Stihl MSA 60.0 C User Manual

12.4.9 Felling a small diameter leaner
A leaner is felled with a felling cut and holding
strap. This felling cut must be performed if the
tree diameter is less than the guide bar’s length.
► Shout a warning.
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2.
► Plunge the guide bar into the felling cut until it
is visible at the other side of the trunk,
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► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
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► Shout a warning.
► With arms outstretched, cut through the hold‐
ing strap from outside at a downward angle.
The tree falls.
12.4.10 Felling a large diameter leaner
A leaner is felled with a felling cut and holding
strap. This felling cut must be performed if the
tree diameter is greater than the guide bar’s
length.
► Shout a warning.
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► Apply the spiked bumper behind the holding
strap at the same height as the felling cut and
use it as a pivot.
► Hold the saw horizontally and swing it into the
felling cut as far as possible.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
► Move to the other side of the tree.
► Apply the spiked bumper behind the hinge at
the same height as the felling cut and use it as
a pivot.
► Hold the saw horizontally and swing it into the
felling cut as far as possible.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of hinge.
► Enlarge felling cut in direction of holding strap.
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► Shout a warning.
► With arms outstretched, cut through the hold‐
ing strap from outside at a downward angle.
The tree falls.
13 After Finishing Work
13.1 After Finishing Work
► Switch off chainsaw, engage the chain brake
and remove the battery.
► If the chainsaw is wet: Allow the chainsaw to
dry.
► If the battery is moist or wet: Allow the battery
to dry, 20.8.
► Clean the chainsaw.
► Clean the guide bar and saw chain.
► Loosen the wingnut.
► Turn the adjusting wheel 2 turns counterclock‐
wise.
The saw chain is now slack.
► Tighten the wing nut.
► Push the chain scabbard over the guide bar so
that it completely covers the guide bar.
► Clean the battery.
14 Transporting
14.1 Transporting the Chainsaw
► switch off chain saw, engage chain brake and
remove battery
► Fit the chain scabbard so that it completely
covers the guide bar.
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Stihl MSA 60.0 C Specifications

General

Brand	Stihl
Model	MSA 60.0 C
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English