Titan TTCSP40 Manual page 37

TTCSP40
1. Pinching the saw chain (3) along the bottom of the guide bar (2) may pull the product
forward away from the operator ("skating") (Fig. 28).
2. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back toward the operator ("bouncing") (Fig. 29).
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3. Any of these reactions may cause losing control of the product, which could result
in serious personal injury or even death.
4. With a basic understanding of "kickback", the element of surprise can be reduced
or eliminated. Sudden surprise contributes to the majority of accidents.
5. Keep a good firm grip on the product with both hands, the right hand on the rear
handle (9) and the left hand on the front handle (5), when the engine is running.
Maintain a firm grip with your thumbs and fingers encircling the handles. A firm grip
will help you reduce "kickback" and maintain control of the product.
6. You should carefully read all safety warnings and user instructions before attempting
to operate this product.
To avoid kickback:
1. Saw with guide bar at a flat angle.
2. Never work with a loose, widely stretched or the heavily worn out chain.
3. Ensure chain is sharpened correctly.
4. Never saw above shoulder height.
5. Never work with the tip of the guide bar.
6. Always hold the product firmly with both hands.
7. Always use a low kickback chain.
8. Apply the metal gripping teeth for leverage.
9. Ensure correct chain tension.
10. Do only cut with the engine at high speeds.
11. Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch, or any other obstruction
which could be hit while you are operating the product.
12. Follow manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance instructions for the saw chain.
13. Only use replacement guide bars and saw chains specified by the manufacturer or
equivalent replacements.
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