Pattfield Ergo Tools PE-EKS 1835 Notice Originale page 301

Removing branches
Here we are talking about removing branches from the felled tree.
When removing branches, leave any downward facing branches
which are supporting the tree until the trunk of the tree has been cut
up. Smaller branches should be removed as shown in Fig. 18 (A=
cutting direction when removing branches, B= keep away from the
ground! Supporting branches should be left until the trunk is cut up)
in a single cut from the bottom to the top. Any branches which are
under tension should be cut from the bottom to the top to prevent the
saw from becoming trapped.
Cutting the tree trunk into lengths
Here we are looking at the process of cutting the felled tree into sec-
tions. Make sure you have a sure footing and distribute your body
weight evenly onto both feet. If possible the trunk should be underlaid
and supported with branches, beams or wedges. For easy cutting fol-
low the simple instructions below.
If the full length of the tree trunk is evenly supported as shown in Fig.
19 then proceed by cutting from the top down. Take care not to cut
into the ground in the process.
If the weight of the tree trunk is resting on one end as shown in Fig.
20, fi rst cut through 1/3 of the trunk diameter from the underside (A)
in order to prevent it from splintering. Make the second cut from the
top (2/3 of the diameter) to the height of the fi rst cut (B) (this prevents
the chainsaw from being trapped).
If the weight of the tree trunk is resting on both ends as shown in Fig.
21, fi rst cut through 1/3 of the trunk diameter from the top (A) in order
to prevent it from splintering. Make the second cut from underneath
(2/3 of the diameter) to the height of the fi rst cut (B) (this prevents the
chainsaw from being trapped).
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