Husqvarna 343F Operator's Manual page 13

the stem using the blade guard. Cut with the area of the
blade between 3 o'clock and 5 o'clock. Apply full throttle
before advancing the blade.
• To fell to the right, the bottom of the tree should be pushed
to the left. Tilt the blade and bring it diagonally up to the
right. Cut with the area of the blade between 3 o'clock and
5 o'clock so that the direction of rotation of the blade
pushes the bottom of the tree to the left.
• To fell a tree forwards, the bottom of the tree should be
pulled backwards. Pull the blade backwards with a quick,
firm movement.
• Large stems must be cut from two sides. First determine
which direction the stem will fall. Make the first cut on the
felling side. Then finish cutting the stem from the other
side. Adjust the cutting pressure to match the size of the
stem and the hardness of the wood. Small stems require
more pressure, while large stems require less pressure.
• If the stems are tightly packed, adapt your walking pace to
suit.
• If the blade jams in a stem, never jerk the machine free. If
you do this the blade, bevel gear, shaft or handlebar may
be damaged. Release the handles, grip the shaft with
both hands and gently pull the machine free.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Brush cutting with a saw blade
• Thin stems and brush are mown down. Work with a
sawing movement, swinging sideways.
• Try to cut several stems in a single sawing movement.
• With groups of hardwood stems, first clear around the
group. Start by cutting the stems high up around the
outside of the group to avoid jamming. Then cut the stems
to the required height. Now try to reach in with the blade
and cut from the centre of the group. If it is still difficult to
gain access, cut the stems high up and let them fall. This
will reduce the risk of jamming.
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