Filter
Top Products
Fig. 15
UMBmNG
Limbing a tree is the process of removing the branches
from a fallen tree. Do not remove supporting iimbs (A) untii
after the Hogis bucked (cut) into bngths (Fig, 16).
Branches under tension shouid be cut from the bottom up
to avoid binding the chain saw.
When bucking on a slope, always stand on the uphill side.
1. Log supported aiong entire bngth: Cut from top (over-
buck), being carefui to avoid cutting into the ground
(Fig. 17).
2. Log supported on 1 end: First, cut from bottom
(underbuck) 1/3 diameter of Hogto avoid spiintering.
Second, cut from above (overbuck) to meet first cut
and avoid pinching (Fig. 18).
3. Log supported on both ends: First, overbuck 1/3 diame-
ter of Hogto avoid spiintering. Second, underbuck to
meet first cut and avoid pinching (Fig. 19).
NOTE: The best way to hold a log while bucking is to use
a sawhorse. When this is not possible, the log
should be raised and supported by the limb
stumps or by using supporting logs. Be sure the
log being cut is securely supported.
Fig. 18
Fig. 16
WARNmNG: Nevercuttreelimbs
while standing on a
tree trunk.
BUCKmNG
Bucking is cutting a falbn log into lengths, Make sure you
have a good footing and stand uphill of the log when cut-
ting on sbping ground. If possible, the bg shouM be sup-
ported so that the end to be cut off is not resting on the
ground. If the log is supported at both ends and you must
cut in the middle, make a downward cut halfway through
the log and then make the undercut. This will prevent the
log from pinching the bar and chain. Be careful that the
chain does not cut into the ground when bucking as this
causes rapid dulling of the chain.
Fig. 17
14
Fig. 19
BUOKmNG USmNG A SAWHORSE
For personal safety and ease of cutting, the correct posi-
tion for vertical bucking is essential (Fig. 20).
A. Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep the saw
to the right of your body while cutting.
B. Keep the left arm as straight as possible.
C. Keep weight on both feet.
C_| ['r_" While the saw is cut- ]
w _,Jmmvm_. ting, besurethe
chain /
and bar are being properly lubricated,
A B
Fig. 20