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Operation Cont …...
Limbing
Limbing is the process of removing the branches from a
fallen tree. Check the direction in which a branch will bend
before cutting it. Always cut on the opposite side to the
bending direction so that the guide bar is not pinched in
the cut.
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.
Bucking
Bucking is cutting a log into lengths for easier handling.
To saw a log lying on the ground, first saw halfway, then
roll the log over and cut from the opposite side.
To saw the end of a log supported off the ground, first
saw up from the bottom one-third through the log
then finish by sawing down from the top. To saw a log
in the middle of two supports holding it off the ground,
first saw down from the top one-third through the log
then finish by sawing up from the bottom.
When bucking on a slope, always stand on the uphill
side.
NOTE:
Be careful that the chain does not cut into the
ground when bucking as this causes rapid dulling of the
chain.
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WARNING!
Always keep a well balanced stance. Do not stand on the log. Be alert
to the fact that the log may roll over. When working on a slope, always stand on the
uphill side of the log.
Pruning
Pruning is the removal of a limb or branch from a
standing tree.
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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.
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