How to Start a Titan 40 Chainsaw Manual

The Titan 40 Chainsaw is a powerful 40cc gas-powered tool designed for cutting firewood, pruning trees, and general yard maintenance. It features a 2-stroke engine, automatic oiler, anti-vibration system, safety chain brake, and a 16-inch guide bar. Below are key sections for safety, features, assembly, starting procedure, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: 40cc 2-stroke engine, 16-inch guide bar and chain, automatic chain oiler, safety chain brake, anti-vibration handles, primer bulb, choke control, and decompression valve.

Safety Precautions

Always wear proper safety gear and follow safe operating procedures.

1. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Wear safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, chainsaw chaps, and steel-toe boots.
2. Clear Work Area: Ensure no bystanders, pets, or obstacles within 15 feet.
3. Inspect Chainsaw: Check for loose parts, chain tension, and fuel/oil leaks before each use.
4. Proper Grip: Hold firmly with both hands, right hand on rear handle, left on front.
5. Kickback Awareness: Be aware of the kickback zone (upper quadrant of bar tip).

WARNING! Never operate a chainsaw above shoulder height or on a ladder. Always plan your cut and escape path.

Assembly & Preparation

Unpack and assemble components. Prepare fuel mixture.

1. Attach Guide Bar & Chain: Place bar on studs, align chain with sprocket, adjust tension.
2. Fill Bar & Chain Oil: Use recommended bar oil (not motor oil) in oil reservoir.
3. Prepare Fuel Mix: Use fresh unleaded gasoline (89 octane minimum) mixed with 2-stroke oil at 50:1 ratio (2.6 oz oil per 1 gallon gas). Shake well.
4. Fill Fuel Tank: Add fuel mixture to tank, avoiding spills.

CAUTION! Fuel is highly flammable. Mix and refuel outdoors, away from ignition sources. Allow engine to cool before refueling.

Specifications

• Engine: 40cc 2-stroke, air-cooled.
• Power Output: 2.2 HP.
• Fuel Capacity: 14.9 fl oz (440 ml).
• Oil Capacity: 8.5 fl oz (250 ml).
• Guide Bar: 16 inches.
• Chain Speed: Up to 55 ft/sec at max RPM.
• Weight: 10.8 lbs (without bar & chain).
• Sound Level: 105 dB(A) at operator's ear.
• Vibration Level: Front/Rear handle: 4.5/2.5 m/s².

Controls and Components

Main Controls: On/Off switch, choke lever, primer bulb, throttle trigger, throttle lockout, chain brake lever, decompression valve.

Components: Front handle with chain brake, rear handle with throttle trigger, muffler, spark plug, air filter, fuel cap, oil cap, guide bar, drive sprocket, chain catcher.

Operation: Engage throttle lockout before pulling throttle trigger. Push chain brake forward to engage (stop chain), pull toward you to disengage. Use decompression valve before starting cold engine.

Starting Procedure

Follow these steps for cold and warm starts.

1. Place on flat, clear surface: Ensure chain is not touching anything.
2. Engage Chain Brake: Push forward until it clicks.
3. Set Controls: Move On/Off switch to "I" (On). Set choke lever to full choke (cold start) or half choke (warm restart).
4. Press Decompression Valve: Push button to reduce cylinder pressure (cold starts).
5. Prime: Press primer bulb 5-7 times until fuel is visible in bulb.
6. Starting Position: Place right foot through rear handle, grip front handle with left hand, pull starter rope with right.
7. Pull Starter: Pull briskly 3-5 times until engine "pops".
8. Disengage Choke: Move choke lever to half choke position.
9. Pull Again: Pull starter until engine runs. Immediately squeeze throttle trigger to disengage fast idle.
10. Disengage Chain Brake: Pull toward you before cutting.

Tip: For warm restart, skip decompression valve and set choke to half or off.

Operation & Cutting Techniques

Basic cutting methods for felling, limbing, and bucking.

1. Felling (Cutting Down a Tree): Plan escape path (45° angle behind fall direction). Make notch cut (1/3 tree diameter) on fall side. Make felling cut opposite notch, leaving hinge wood.
2. Limbing (Removing Branches): Stand on opposite side of tree from branches. Cut downward from top, using bar as a lever.
3. Bucking (Cutting Logs): Support log off ground. Cut from top (overbuck) for supported ends, underbuck for tensioned wood to avoid pinching.
4. Avoid Pinching: Use wedges if cut begins to close. Never force bar in pinch.

WARNING! Always cut at full throttle. Let chain do the work; do not force. Be alert for kickback.

Maintenance Schedule

Regular maintenance ensures performance and longevity.

Chain Sharpening & Tensioning

Keep chain sharp and properly tensioned for safe, efficient cutting.

1. Chain Tension: Loosen bar nuts, adjust tensioning screw until chain snaps back when pulled from bar. Tighten bar nuts. Chain should move freely by hand.
2. Sharpening: Use round file matching chain pitch (.325"). File each cutter at 30° angle, maintaining equal length on all cutters. File depth gauges with flat file.
3. Inspection: Replace chain if cutters are chipped, cracked, or worn below limit marks.

CAUTION! Wear gloves when handling chain. Ensure chainsaw is off and cool before maintenance.

Storage Guidelines

Prepare chainsaw for extended storage.

1. Drain Fuel: Run engine until it stops. Drain remaining fuel from tank and carburetor.
2. Remove Chain & Bar: Clean, oil, and store separately.
3. Clean Exterior: Wipe down with dry cloth.
4. Store: In dry, cool place, out of reach of children.

WARNING! Never store with fuel in tank for more than 30 days. Old fuel can damage engine.

Troubleshooting

Service: For repairs beyond basic maintenance, contact authorized Titan service center at 1-800-555-TOOL or visit www.titanchainsaws.com.