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OPERATION (cont).
Limbing (Fig. 33)
Limbing is the process of removing the
branches from a fallen tree. Check the
direction in which a branch will bend before cut-
ting it. Always cut on the opposite side to the
bending direction so that the guide bar is
not pinched in the cut.
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2
Fig.33
For large limbs that cannot be removed in one cut, make an initial cut
from the bent side and finish by sawing from the opposite
direction. Do not remove limbs that are supporting the fallen tree on the
ground until the tree has been cut into lengths.
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2
Pruning (Fig. 34)
Pruning is the removal of a limb or branch
from a standing tree.
Fig.34
WARNING!
Do not use an unstable foothold or ladder. Do not
overreach. Do not saw above shoulder height. Always use both hands
to hold the saw. First cut up from the bottom and finish down from the
top.
