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9. Sawing
English
A Log lying on the ground (F9-3)
Saw down halfway, then roll the log over and cut from
the opposite side.
A Log hanging off the ground (F9-4)
In area A, saw up from the bottom one-third and finish
by sawing down from the top. In area B, saw down
from the top one-third and finish by sawing up from the
bottom.
Cutting Limb of Fallen Tree (F9-5)
First check to which side the limb is bent. Then make
the initial cut from the bent side and finish by sawing
from the opposite side.
Be alert to the springing back of a cut limb.
Pruning of Standing Tree (F9-6)
Cut up from the bottom, finish down from the top.
• Do not use an unstable foothold or ladder.
• Do not overreach.
• Do not cut above shoulder height.
•Always use your both hands to grip the saw.
WARNING
WARNING
F9-3
F9-4
F9-5
F9-6