Husqvarna 543 XP Operator's Manual page 20

3. Put a wedge in the kerf straight from behind.
4. Cut off the corner to make the tree fall.
Note: If the tree does not fall, hit the wedge until it
does.
5. When the tree starts to fall, use the path of retreat to
move away from the tree. Move a minimum of 5
m/15 ft away from the tree.
To free a trapped tree
WARNING: It is very dangerous to remove a
trapped tree and there is a high accident
risk. Keep out of the risk zone and do not try
to fell a trapped tree.
The safest procedure is to use one of the following
winches:
• Tractor-mounted
• Portable
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To cut trees and branches that are in
tension
1. Figure out which side of the tree or branch that is in
tension.
2. Figure out where the point of maximum tension is.
3. Examine which is the safest procedure to release the
tension.
Note: In some situations the only safe procedure is
to use a winch and not your product.
4. Keep a position where the tree or branch can not hit
you when the tension is released.
5. Make one or more cuts of sufficient depth necessary
to decrease the tension. Cut at or near the point of
maximum tension. Make the tree or branch break at
the point of maximum tension.
WARNING: Do not cut straight through a
tree or branch that is in tension.
WARNING: Be very careful when you
cut a tree that is in tension. There is a
risk that the tree moves quickly before or
after you cut it. Serious injury can occur
if you are in an incorrect position or if
you cut incorrectly.
6. If you must cut across tree/branch, make 2 to 3 cuts,
1 in. apart and with a depth of 2 in.
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