Delimbing Work In Sections; Working On Tensioned Wood - Scheppach Pcs56E Originalbetriebsanleitung

• If a blockage occurs between the material to be cut
and the saw chain, then switch it off immediately.
Wait until the saw chain has come to a standstill.
Remove the spark plug connector and put on cut-re-
sistant gloves to remove the blockage. If the guide
rail (blade) has to be removed, follow the instructions
as described in the chapter "Installation". After re-
moving the blockage and re-installation, a test run
must be carried out. If vibrations or mechanical nois-
es are detected during this process, stop work and
contact an authorised service centre. Should this
hazard occur more often, we recommend training.
• Have the device serviced by qualified personnel.
Only use manufacturer's recommended original
spare parts.
10.2 Creating the notch cut
Note
The fall notch determines the felling direction of the
tree to be felled.
Place the fall notch at right angles to the felling direction.
Saw as close to the ground as possible.
Support the chainsaw with the claw stop (15).
10.2.1 Creating the notch cut (Fig. F)
• First start with the cut of the fall notch A. The depth
of the fall notch should be approx. 1/4 of the tree
diameter and have an angle of 45°- 60°.
10.2.2 Checking the felling direction (Fig. G)
Place the chainsaw with the guide rail (16) at the bot-
tom of the notch cut.
If necessary, recut the notch cut accordingly.
10.3 Carrying out the felling cut (Fig. F)
• Place the felling cut B approx. 2-3 cm higher than
the horizontal cut of the fall notch A. Make sure that
felling cut B is carried out exactly horizontally.
• Leave approx. 1/10 of the tree diameter, the break-
ing strip C before felling cut B. Breaking strip C
guides the tree to the ground like a hinge and se-
cures it against premature falling.
m WARNING
Danger of accident!
Do not under any circumstances saw the breaking
strip C during felling cut B, otherwise the tree may fall
in an unpredictable direction!
Be prepared for the tree to "slide" uncontrollably
when falling on the cut.
Be prepared for the tree to "jump" uncontrollably in
one direction when it hits the ground.
• To prevent the chainsaw from jamming in felling cut
B, drive aluminium or plastic wedges into felling cut
B in good time. Do not use iron wedges.
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m ATTENTION
Property damage!
Make sure that the wedge does not come into contact
with the saw chain (17). It can be severely damaged
by this.
10.4 Delimbing work
• Always be aware of the danger of branches snap-
ping back.
• Do not stand on the trunk when delimbing.
• Beware of the kick-back of the chainsaw and avoid
making contact with the rail tip of the guide rail.
• Never saw several branches at once.
• Support the chainsaw with the claw stop (15) when
delimbing, if possible.
• Make sure that at the end of the cut the chainsaw
can swing through under its own weight. It is no
longer supported in the cut so hold it securely.
• Take a firm, stable and secure stance when delimbing.

10.4.1 Delimbing work in sections

Shorten long or thick branches before making the fi-
nal cut (see Fig. N). Otherwise the saw chain (17) can
easily jam.

11. Working on tensioned wood

It is essential to follow the correct sequence when
working on wood that is tensioned. Otherwise the
saw chain (17) may jam or kick-back may occur.
Tensioned wood must always be cut on the com-
pressed side first. Only then perform the separating
cut using the opposite side.
This prevents the saw chain (17) from jamming.
m ATTENTION
Property damage!
Lying wood must not touch the floor on the underside
of the cutting point, otherwise the saw chain (17) may
be damaged.
Safe work
• Keep the device in good working order to prevent
injuries.
• After dropping the device, check for significant
damage or defects.
• Do not use the device whilst standing on a ladder or
in an unsafe position.
• Do not be tempted to make a rash cut. This could
endanger yourself and others.
• Change your working position regularly. Pro-
longed use of the device can lead to vibra-
tion-induced circulatory disorders of the hands.
However, you can extend the duration of use by
wearing suitable gloves or taking regular breaks.
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