Husqvarna 343F Manuel D'utilisation page 62

• To fell to the left, the bottom of the tree should be pushed
to the right. Tilt the blade and bring it diagonally down to
the right, exerting firm pressure. At the same time push
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
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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.
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.