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Bucking a log
Bucking is cutting a log into lengths. It is important to make
your weight is evenly distributed on both feet. When possible, the log should be raised and
supported by the use of limbs, logs or chocks. Follow the simple directions for easy cutting.
When the log is supported along its entire length as illustrated in (Fig 16), it is cut from the
top (overbuck).
When the log is supported on one end, as illustrated in (Fig 17), cut 1/3 the diameter from
When the log is supported on both ends, as illustrated in (Fig 18), cut 1/3 the diameter from
When bucking on a slope always stand on the uphill side of the log, as illustrated in (Fig 19).
When “cutting through”, to maintain complete control release the cutting pressure near
the end of the cut without relaxing your grip on the chainsaw handles. Don’t let the chain
contact the ground. After completing the cut, wait for the saw chain to stop before you
move the chainsaw.
Always stop the motor before moving from tree to tree.
Operate
Operating the Electric Chainsaw-Tips: (Continued)
Cut from top (over buck)
avoid cutting earth
2
nd
cut over buck (2/3
diameter) to meet 1st cut
(to avoid pinching)
1
st
cut over buck (2/3
diameter) to avoid
splintering
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