Sawing Log with Chain Saw (SEE).

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(g) Check lean of tree. Tree must fall in direction of lean.

NOTE

For small trees less than 8 in. (20 cm) in diameter, use steps h and i. For large

trees over 8 in. (20 cm) in diameter, use steps j thru m.

If there is any doubt about direction of fall, use notch method.

(h) Make single felling cut on side of tree AWAY from direction of fall.

(i) As tree starts to fall, lay down chain saw and retreat.

(j) Make horizontal cut about 1/3 to 1/2 the way through trunk of tree on side TOWARD direction of fall.

(k) Make slant cut to complete notch and remove wedge of wood.

(I) Make horizontal felling cut 2 in. (5 cm) higher than bottom of notch and on side of tree AWAY from

direction of fall.

(m) As tree starts to fall, lay down chain saw and retreat.

(6) Sawing Log with Chain Saw (SEE).

WARNING

Keep chain out of dirt; dirt and rocks will dull chain, making chain unsafe. Failure to

do so could result in personal injury.

Stand uphill whenever possible; cut log may roll downhill and result in possible

personnel injury.

Stand to left of chain saw; it is designed for right-hand use only. Failure to do so

could result in personal injury.

Make sure footing is firm. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.

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