Stanley PG6133 Instruction Manual page 23

TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR BUCKING
Overcutting
Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with the bottom of
the saw against the log. When overcutting use light downward
pressure (Pic. 22).
Undercutting
Undercutting involves cutting on the underside of the log with
top of saw against the log. When undercutting use light upward
pressure. Hold saw firmly and maintains control. The saw will
tend to push back toward you (Pic. 23 & 24).
Bucking Without a Support
• Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the log.
• Roll the log over and finish with a second overcut.
• Watch for logs with a compression side to prevent the
saw from pinching. See illustrations for cutting logs with a
compression side.
Bucking Using a Log or Support Stand (Pic. 25 & 26)
• Remember your first cut is always on the compression side
of the log (Refer to the illustrations below for your first and
second cut).
• Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the diameter of the log.
• Finish with your second cut.
WARNING
lf saw becomes pinched or hung in a log, don't try to force
it out. You can lose control of the saw resulting in injury
and/or damage to the saw. Stop the saw, drive a wedge of
plastic or wood into the cut until the saw can be removed
easily. Restart the saw and carefully reenter the cut. To
avoid kickback and chain damage, do not use a metal
wedge. Do not attempt to restart your saw when it is
pinched or hung in a log.
Never turn saw upside down to undercut. The saw cannot
be controlled in this position.
Always make your first cut on the compression side of
the log. The compression side of the log is where the
pressure of the log's weight is concentrated.
PIC. 24
PIC. 25
PIC. 26
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