Makita XCU03 Manual De Instrucciones página 13

2.
while using the rear handle to raise the saw and the
front one to guide it. Use the spike bumper as a pivot.
3. Continue the cut by applying slight pressure to
the front handle, easing the saw back slightly. Move
the spike bumper further down the timber and raise the
front handle again.
NOTICE:
When making several cuts, switch the
chain saw off between cuts.
CAUTION:
If the upper edge of the bar is used
your direction if the chain becomes trapped. For
this reason, cut with the lower edge, so that the
side (B). This prevents the bar from becoming trapped.
Limbing
CAUTION:
Limbing may only be performed by
trained persons. A hazard is presented by the risk
of kickback.
possible. Do not cut with the tip of the bar, as this pres-
ents a risk of kickback.
Pay particular attention to branches under tension. Do
not cut unsupported branches from below.
Do not stand on the felled trunk when limbing.
A
B
B
A
Burrowing and parallel-to-grain cuts
CAUTION:
Burrowing and parallel-to-grain cuts
may only be carried out by persons with special train-
ing.
Perform parallel-to-grain cuts at as shallow an angle as
possible. Take an extra caution when carrying out the
cut as the spike bumper cannot be used.
Felling
CAUTION:
Felling work may only be per-
formed by trained persons. The work is hazardous.
Observe local regulations if you wish to fell a tree.
1. Felling area
— Before starting felling work, ensure that:
Any person involved has an unhindered path
of retreat through a range of approximately
45° either side of the felling axis. Consider the
distance of 2 1/2 tree lengths in the direction
in which the tree will fall.
— Consider the following with respect to each tree:
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