Stihl MSA 160 C Instruction Manual page 70

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– Wind direction and speed
– Nearby trees, if any
There are different features of these conditions. Only two
features are described in this Instruction Manual.
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1 Normal tree
A normal tree is vertical and has an even crown.
2 Leaner
A leaner stands at an angle and the crown faces in the
direction of fall.
11.4.7 Felling normal, small diameter tree
A normal tree is felled with a felling cut and stabilizing strap.
This felling cut must be performed if the tree diameter is less
than the guide bar's length.
► Shout a warning.
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► Plunge the guide bar into the felling cut until it is visible at
the other side of the trunk, @ 11.4.5.
► Apply the spiked bumper behind the hinge and use it as a
pivot.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of stabilizing strap.
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► Insert a felling wedge. The felling wedge must match the
tree diameter and the width of the felling cut.
► Shout a warning.
► With outstretched arms, cut through the stabilizing strap
horizontally from outside at the same level as the felling
cut.
The tree falls.
11.4.8 Felling normal, large diameter tree
A normal tree is felled with a felling cut and stabilizing 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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11 Operating the Saw
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