Stihl MSA 120 C Instruction Manual page 77

12 Operating the Saw
► With outstretched arms, cut through the stabilizing strap
horizontally from outside at the same level as the felling
cut.
The tree falls.
12.3.9 Felling a small diameter leaner
A leaner is felled with a felling cut and holding strap. This
felling cut must be performed if the tree diameter is less than
the guide bar's length.
► Shout a warning.
► Plunge the guide bar into the felling cut until it is visible at
the other side of the trunk, @ 12.3.5.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
► Shout a warning.
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► With arms outstretched, cut through the holding strap from
outside at a downward angle.
The tree falls.
12.3.10 Felling a large diameter leaner
A leaner is felled with a felling cut and holding strap. This
felling cut must be performed if the tree diameter is greater
than the guide bar's length.
► Shout a warning.
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► Apply the spiked bumper behind the holding strap at the
same height as the felling cut and use it as a pivot.
► Hold the saw horizontally and swing it into the felling cut
as far as possible.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
► Move to the other side of the tree.
► Apply the spiked bumper behind the hinge at the same
height as the felling cut and use it as a pivot.
► Hold the saw horizontally and swing it into the felling cut
as far as possible.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
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