I know some hire firms won't touch em now.
I would guess it's an insurance matter. I know my Public Liability premiums doubled if I felled trees.
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I have two Huskys.
Bloody great things they are. Stihl aren't bad either.
Depending on the power of the saw dictates how long a bar you should get.
Keeping them sharp is an art so buy the correct size files and a guide and always sharpen "off" the point.
A blunt saw is really hard work. A sharp one is a pleasure to use.
Chain oil is a must. Tank of chain oil to two fills of two stroke petrol usually. Don't let it run dry or you'll bugger the chain. And keep the oil lines and outlets clean cos they fill up with sawdust and crap.
Keep the air filter clean too and look after yer spark plug.
Chain tension is also critical. It should be tight but should not hang below the bar. You should still be able to pull it slightly off the guides with you fingers. (when stopped of course)
Protective clothing is a must. Ear defenders and eye protection but cannot stress enough how much you should invest in a quality pair of Kevlar trousers. Take it from one who knows that if the saw bounces and happens to hit your leg then the wee strands of Kevlar strip out of yer breeks and wrap themselves around the chain causing it to stall. Just as well cos it happened to me.
These tools are bloody dangerous and use of them should not be taken lightly.
I was properly trained too so consider that too. It will make you more efficient, cause it's damned hard work, and give you some proper safety training.
And one last piece of advice. Don't try to fell any trees. It will turn into a disaster unless you ar 100% sure of what you're doing and you can manage the direction in which they fall.
Need any more help gimme a shout.
Bloody great things they are. Stihl aren't bad either.
Depending on the power of the saw dictates how long a bar you should get.
Keeping them sharp is an art so buy the correct size files and a guide and always sharpen "off" the point.
A blunt saw is really hard work. A sharp one is a pleasure to use.
Chain oil is a must. Tank of chain oil to two fills of two stroke petrol usually. Don't let it run dry or you'll bugger the chain. And keep the oil lines and outlets clean cos they fill up with sawdust and crap.
Keep the air filter clean too and look after yer spark plug.
Chain tension is also critical. It should be tight but should not hang below the bar. You should still be able to pull it slightly off the guides with you fingers. (when stopped of course)
Protective clothing is a must. Ear defenders and eye protection but cannot stress enough how much you should invest in a quality pair of Kevlar trousers. Take it from one who knows that if the saw bounces and happens to hit your leg then the wee strands of Kevlar strip out of yer breeks and wrap themselves around the chain causing it to stall. Just as well cos it happened to me.
These tools are bloody dangerous and use of them should not be taken lightly.
I was properly trained too so consider that too. It will make you more efficient, cause it's damned hard work, and give you some proper safety training.
And one last piece of advice. Don't try to fell any trees. It will turn into a disaster unless you ar 100% sure of what you're doing and you can manage the direction in which they fall.
Need any more help gimme a shout.
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