Poulan PR4016 Owner Manual - Page 12

TYPES OF BUCKING CUTS Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log. When overcutting use light downward pressure. Undercutting involves cutting on the underside of the log with top of saw against the log. When undercutting use light upward pressure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control. The saw will tend to push back toward you. WARNING! Never turn saw upside down to undercut. The saw cannot be controlled in this position. Always make your first cut on the compression side of the log. The compression side of the log is where the pressure of the log's weight is concentrated. 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 2 BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT 1. Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the log. 2. Roll the log over and finish with a second overcut. NOTE: Watch for logs with a compression side to prevent the saw from pinching. BUCKING USING A LOG OR SUPPORT STAND 1. Make the first cut on the compression side of the log. Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the diameter of the log. 2. Finish with your second cut. LIMBING AND PRUNING WARNING! Be alert for and guard against kickback. Do not allow the moving chain to contact any other branches or objects at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or pruning. Allowing such contact can result in serious injury. WARNING! Never climb into a tree to limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders, platforms, a log, or in any position which can cause you to lose your balance or control of the saw. IMPORTANT POINTS • Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly gripped on the saw. Maintain secure footing and balance. • Watch out for springpoles. Springpoles are small size limbs which can catch the saw chain and whip toward you or pull you off balance. Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs or slender material. • Be alert for springback. Watch out for branches that are bent or under pressure. Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released. 12