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Dolmar ES-153 A User Manual

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Tension side

Pressure side

Tension side

Pressure side

Bucking a log

Bucking is cutting a log into lengths. It is important to make sure

your footing is firm and your weight is evenly distributed on both

feet. When possible, the log shoutd be raised and supported by

the use of limbs, logs or chocks. Follow the simple directions

for easy cutting.

When the log is supported along its entire Iength as shown in

Fig. D, it is cut from the top (overbuck).

When the log is supported on one end, as shown in Fig. E,

cut 1/3 the diameter from the underside (underbuck ). Then

make the finished cut by overbucking to meet the first cut.

When the log is supported on both ends, as shown in Fig. F, cut

1/3 of that diameter from the top overbuck. Then make the fin-

ished cut by underbucking the lower 2/3 to meet the first cut.

When bucking on a slope, always stand on the uphill side of

the log, as shown in Fig. G. When "cutting through", to maintain

complete control, release the cutting pressure near the end

of the cut without relaxing your grip on the chain saw handles.

Don't let the chain contact the ground. After completing the cut,

wait for the saw chain to stop before you move the chain saw.

Always stop the motor before moving from tree to tree.

Carrying tool

Carry the tool by the front handle with the tool turned off,

finger off the switch. Use the chain protection cover to cover

the guide bar and the saw chain.

E

F

2nd cut overbuck (2/3 diameter)

to meet 1st cut (to avoid pinching)

1st cut overbuck (1/3 diameter)

to avoid splintering

2nd cut underbuck (2/3 diameter)

to meet 1st cut (to avoid pinching)

G

Stand on uphill side when

cutting because log may roll.

H

1st cut underbuck (1/3 diameter)

to avoid splintering

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