Titan TTB426GDO Operating Manual page 6

13. Follow instructions for lubricating, chain tensioning and changing
accessories. Improperly tensioned or lubricated chain may either break or increase
the chance for kickback.
14. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Greasy, oily handles are
slippery causing loss of control.
15. Cut wood only. Do not use garden power tool for purposes not intended. For
example: do not use garden power tool for cutting plastic, masonry or non-
wood building materials. Use of the garden power tool for operations different than
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
16. Pay attention to national and local regulations. National and local regulations
may restrict the use of this garden power tool.
Causes and operator prevention of kickback
1. Kickback may occur when the nose or tip of the guide bar touches an object, or when
the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut.
2. Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar
up and back towards the operator.
3. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly
back towards the operator.
4. Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result
in serious personal injury. Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into
your saw. As a garden power tool user, you should take several steps to keep your
cutting jobs free from accident or injury.
5. Kickback is the result of tool misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or
conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below:
a). Maintain a firm grip, with thumbs and fingers encircling the garden
power tool handles, with both hands on the saw and position your body and
arm to allow you to resist kickback forces. Kickback forces can be controlled by
the operator, if proper precautions are taken. Do not let go of the garden power tool.
b). Do not overreach and do not cut above shoulder height. This helps
prevent unintended tip contact and enables better control of the garden power tool in
unexpected situations.
c). Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer.
Incorrect replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback.
d). Follow the manufacturer's sharpening and maintenance instructions for
the saw chain. Decreasing the depth gauge height can lead to increased kickback.
Residual risks
Even if you are operating this garden power tool in accordance with the
provisions, residual risks will always still remain. The following dangers can
arise in connection with the structure and design of this garden power tool:
1. Health defects resulting from vibration emission if the garden power tool is being
used over longer period of time or not adequately managed and properly maintained.
2. Injuries and damage to property to due to broken accessories or hidden objects that
are suddenly dashed.
3. Injuries and damage to property to due to thrown and fallen objects.