Comments on: Need crash-corse instruction in chain-saw safety, use, etc.?

By: t j

t j — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:44:15 +0000

Sawmech is right, as a retired professional logger for 40 years hers a few tips.Wear Chaps(leg protectors) be sure the saw is sharp,when cutting brush make sure the rakers on the chain are not filed to much and always have the saw up to speed before cutting small brush ,a few tries and you will see what i mean.Most important IIIDDD if in doubt dont do! Never cut with the tip of the saw blade or allow it to come into contact with other objects this causes kick back.when you get tired and you will its time to quit,most logging accidents happen after 2:00 PM when your tired.dont cut trees or brush that has tension on it.Theres so much to know I could go on and on but these are basics off the top of my head.If you have any specific questions feel free to email me good luck

By: pickmefirstplz

pickmefirstplz — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:44:15 +0000

the dos an dont is dont!!!! pull brush,get coffee but do not operate a chain saw without knowing what you are doing

By: sawmech

sawmech — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:44:15 +0000

I’m a chain saw dealer,we sell Stihl chainsaws,anyway to answer your ? both gas and electric are equally dangerous.The one thing I can tell you is to go to your local small engine dealership, like us we will be happy to show you the proper use of both and I know that Stihl dealerships are required to show you proper operation and safety issues, plus they will give you free of charge a safety manuel that will cover all aspects of safety. Also don’t forget the safety gear, they will also be able 2 help you with that also, good luck and good cutting.

By: Alaina J

Alaina J — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:44:15 +0000

wear chainsaw chaps, wear safety glasses, never cut taward yourself. take your time with the job, you should be fine

By: Carl

Carl — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:44:15 +0000

Don’t use the tip of the saw because it can kick back. Keep both hands on the saw and you will not loose control even with a kick back. Don’t keep your foot in-line under the the saw. Gloves are nice to reduce the vibration etc.
You will probably never get a kick back unless you use the tip only.
I used a brand new electric saw and they are a joke. A gas saw has a much higher rpm and power.
Never have anyone help hold logs or you will end up cutting their arm off!
Keep the belt tension correct. Turn the saw off and pull up the chain in the center of the guide bar. It should come up just a nick. Not to tight though as you should be able to move the chain with your gloved hand. As long as the clutch is not stuck you can move the chain with your hand without the engine turing over.

Remember if the chain flys off it will drop down under the saw. That is why you should never cut with the thing over your head. It’s no big deal if the chain flys off as long as you keep it out in front of you and not to high up. So never cut with it up in the air because if the chain comes off and drops down you could loose your head. LOL