PLATE 2L0923 - Caterpillar

Do not clamp the tree until after the cut is complete. Subjecting the tree to clamping forces before the cut is complete will damage the stem and binding or stalling downof the saw disc.
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As the head cuts the tree, begin to close the grapple arms and the collector arms. Immediately after the cut is complete, close the grapple arms and the collector arms tightly.
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Once the tree is severed, raise the felling head off the stump.Note: Do not turn carrier across a slope. Only travel up and down a slope. Do not operate carrier on or near unsafe terrain.
Tilt the tree forward slightly to get the center of gravity closer to the center of the machine. Travel with felling head as close to the ground as possible. Avoid large obstructions. Following this procedure will aid in the control of the tree.
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Raise the felling head high enough to clear any obstructions.
Do not push the tree into position. Hard impacts will damage the head and booms. Ensure that the butt end of the tree does not touch the blade or hit against the saw motor guard once the tree has been released.
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Tilt the felling head forward. Open the arms and release the tree.
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Stop and reverse carrier when gathering and bunching arms release the tree.Note: The disc saw will continue to free wheel for several minutes after you shut off the blade. To stop rotation, slowly cut into a stump. The disc saw can be brought to a complete stop in a matter of seconds.General Method of Operation - Multiple Cut
Do not operate any other function while the disc saw is cutting the tree. Tilting or moving the felling head before the stem is cut through can damage the disc saw.
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Open the grapple arms and the collector arms. Advance the felling head by extending the boom and the stick or by moving the machine forward. Cut the first tree.
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Immediately close the grapple arms and the collector arms on the tree. Advance to the next tree.
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Open the grapple arms. The collector arms hold the first tree. Cut the second tree.
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Close the grapple arms on the second tree. The collector arms move outward. The collector arm springs back to the open position. The arms will then close to grip the tree. Advance to the next tree.
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Open the grapple arms. The collector arms now hold both trees. Continue to cut and bunch trees until pocket becomes full.
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When you travel, keep the grapple arms and the collector arms on the trees.Release bunched trees the same way that you release a single tree (see preceding instructions).