Fig.34 – example of redirection of main line via supplementary anchor point
Gaining a secure footing at the work position can be aided by the use of a
temporary foot stirrup created from an endless sling (see Fig.35)
Fig.35 – example of temporary foot stirrup created from endless sling
Starting the saw in the tree
When starting the saw in the tree, the operator should
a) Apply the chain brake before starting,
b) Hold the saw on either the left or right side of the body when starting:
1) On the left side, holding the saw with the left hand on the front handle
and thrusting the saw away from the body while holding the pull
starter cord in the right hand, or
2) On the right side, holding the saw with the right hand on either handle
and thrusting the saw away from the body while holding the pull
starter cord in the left hand.
The chain brake should always be engaged before a running saw is lowered
onto its strop.
The operator should always check that the saw has sufficient fuel before
undertaking critical cuts.
One-handed use of the chain-saw
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Fig.34
Fig.35
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