Stihl MS 380 Manual page 11

B = Pushback
Pushback occurs when the chain on the
top of the bar is suddenly pinched,
caught or encounters a foreign object in
the wood. The reaction of the chain
drives the saw straight back toward the
operator.
MS 380
Felling and limbing
Do not attempt felling or limbing unless
you have been trained in the necessary
techniques.
Observe local regulations on felling
techniques.
Bystanders must not be allowed in the
felling area – other than helpers.
B
Make sure no-one is endangered by the
falling tree – the noise of your engine
may drown any warning calls.
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Maintain a distance of at least 2
lengths from next felling site.
Determine direction of fall and
escape paths
Select a clearing into which the tree can
fall.
Pay special attention to the following
points:
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The natural lean of the tree.
Any unusually heavy limb structure,
damage to tree.
The wind direction and speed – do
not fell in high winds.
Direction of slope.
Neighboring trees.
Snow load.
Check the general condition of the
tree. Take particular care with dry or
damaged trees (decayed or rotted).
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