Use and Care Manual

DCS-2500T OPERATION
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Where the operator is working close into
vertical stems with low lateral forces on the
work position, then a good footing could be
all that is needed to maintain a secure work
position. However, as operators move away
from the stem, they will need to take steps to
remove or counteract the increasing lateral
forces by, for example, a redirect of the main
line via a supplementary anchor point or
using an adjustable strop direct from the
harness to a supplementary anchor point.
2. One-hand use of the chainsaw
Operators should not use tree service chainsaws one-handed when work
position is unstable or in preference to a handsaw when cutting small
diameter wood at the branch tips. Tree service chainsaws should only be
used one-handed where:
• operators cannot gain a work position enabling two-handed use, and
• they need to support their working position with one hand, and
• the saw is being used at full stretch, at right angles to and out of line with
the operator's body.
Example of on-handed chainsaw use:
Operators should never:
• cut with the kickback zone at the tip of the chainsaw guide bar,
• "hold and cut" sections, or
• attempt to catch falling sections
3. Freeing a trapped saw
It the saw become trapped during cutting, operators should:
• switch off the saw and attach it securely to the tree inboard (i.e. towards
the trunk side) of the cut or to a separate tool line,
• pull the saw from the kerf while lifting the branch as necessary,
• if necessary, use a handsaw or second chainsaw to release the trapped
saw by cutting a minimum of 30 cm away from the trapped saw.