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1. j r Second cut Third cut Collar First cut Pruning technique 13 MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AWARNING Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments Fill in dates as you complete regular service Before Use After Use Service Dates Every 5 hrs Every 25 hrs Yearly Check for damaged worn parts Check for loose fasteners parts Check chain tension Check chain sharpness Check guide bar Check fuel mixture level Check guide bar and chain oil VINX INIA inspect and clean unit amp decals Check chain brake Clean guide bar groove Clean air filter Clean inspect muffler and spark arresting screen Replace spark plug and fuel filter i GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this unit does not cov er items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To re ceive full value from the warranty the operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual Various ad justments will need to be made period ically to properly maintain your unit Once a year replace the spark plug air filter and check guide bar and chain for wear A new spark plug and air filter assures proper air fuel mixture and helps your engine run better and last longer CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact your Sears Service Center for rep2. are not covered in this manual use care and good judgement ff you need assistance contact Sears Service or the CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HELPLINE at 1 800 235 5878 22 U S EPA CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB LIGATIONS The U S Environmental Protection Agency California Air Re sources Board and Sears Roebuck and Co U S A are pleased to explain the emissions control systern warranty on your year 2007 and later small off road engine In California all small off road engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards Sears must war rant the emission contro system on your small off road engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your small off road en gine Your emission control system in cludes parts such as the carburetor the ignition system and the fuel tank Califor nia only Where a warrantable condition exists Sears will repair your small of road engine engine at no cost fo you Expenses covered under warranty in clude diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE If any emissions related part on your engine as listed under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List is defective or a defect in the materials or workmanship of the engine causes the failure of such an emission related part the part will be repaired or replaced by Sears OWN
3. ately if it becomes damaged broken or is otherwise removed MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER WARNING Disconnect the spark plug before performing mainte nance except carburetor adjustments Have all chain saw service performed by a qualified service dealer with the exception of the items listed in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual Make certain the saw chain stops moving when the throttle trigger is released For correction refer to CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Keep the handles dry clean and free from oil or fuel mixture Keep caps and fasteners securely tightened Nonconforming replacement compo nents or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and possible injury to the operator or by standers Use only Craftsman acces sories and replacement parts as rec ommended Never modify your saw Maintain chain saw with care Keep unit sharp and clean for better and safer performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories Check for damaged parts Before fur ther use of the chain saw a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repair
4. chain from the package Hold chain with the drive links as shown CUTTERS MUST FACE IN DIIRECTION OF ROTATION ed Gauge Drive Links 8 Place chain over and behind clutch retainer fitting the drive links in the clutch drum sprocket 9 Fit bottom of drive links between the teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the guide bar 10 Fit chain drive links into bar groove 11 Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug in guide bar groove Ensure all drive links are in the bar groove 12 install clutch cover 13 install bar nuts and finger tighten only Do not tighten any further at this point Proceed to CHAIN AD JUSTMENT CHAIN ADJUSTMENT See CHAIN TENSION in MAINTENANCE section CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING The chain will be moving during most of this procedure Wear your protective equipment and observe ail safety precautions The chain must net move at idle speed The carburetor has been carefully set at the factory Adjustments may be necessary if you notice any of the fol lowing conditions Chain moves at idle See IDLE SPEED T adjusting procedure Saw will not idle See IDLE SPEED T adjusting procedure Idle Speed T Allow engine to idle If the chain moves idle is too fast If the engine stalls idle is too slow Adjust speed until engine runs without chain movement idle too fast or stalling idle too slow The idle speed screw is located in the area above the primer bulb a
5. ema Plug Boot wA REPLACE FUEL FILTER To replace fuel filter drain your unit by running it dry of fuel Remove fuel cap and its connected retainer from tank Pull filter from tank and remove from line Replace and reassemble SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING Disconnect the spark plug before performing mainte nance service or adjustments except for carburetor adjustments CHAIN SHARPENING A WARNING Improper chain sharpening techniques and or depth gauge maintenance will increase the chance of kickback which can result in serious injury WARNING Wear protective gloves when handling chain The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving Conditions which indicate the need for chain sharpening Reduction in size of wood chips The size of the wood chip will decrease as the chain gets duller until it be comes more like a powder than a chip Note that dead or rotted wood will not produce a good chip Saw cuts to one side or at an angle Saw has to be forced through the cut Toois required 5 32 inch 4 mm diameter round file and file holder Flat file Depth gauge tool TO SHARPEN CHAIN 1 Move ON STOP switch to the STOP position 2 Check chain for proper tension Adjust chain tension if necessary See CHAIN TENSION section 3 Sharpen cutters To sharpen the cutters position the file holder level 90 so thatit rests on the top edges of the cut ter and depth gau
6. on the muffler and spark ar resting screen and must be removed to avoid creating a fire hazard or af fecting engine performance Replace the spark arresting screen if breaks occur es Exhaust R Arresting Outlet j m aj jScreen Cover Fi F y l e E l 7 a Nut eee LS ETa SR Ree CLEANING THE SPARK ARREST ING SCREEN Cleaning is required every 25 hours of operation or annually whichever comes first Loosen and remove the nut from the exhaust outlet cover 2 Remove the exhaust oulet cover Remove spark arresting screen Handle screen carefully to prevent damage 4 Clean the spark arresting screen gently with a wire brush Replace screen if breaks are found 5 Replace any broken or cracked muffler parts 6 Reinstall spark arresting screen ex haust outlet cover and nut Tighten nut securely 16 REPLACE SPARK PLUG The spark plug should be replaced each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover Remove the cylinder cover Pull off the spark plug boot Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard Replace with Champion RCJ 7Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3 4 inch 19 mm socket wrench Spark plug gap should be 0 025 inch 0 6 mm 6 Reinstall the spark plug boot 7 Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3 screws Tighten securely a PN Cylinder Cover Spark
7. return to idle speed DIFFICULT STARTING or starting a flooded engine The engine may be flooded with too much fuel if it has not started after 10 pulls Flooded engines can be cleared of ex cess fuel by pushing the choke fast idle lever in completely to the OFF CHOKE position and then following the warm engine starting procedure listed above Ensure the ON STOP switch is in the ON position Starting could require pulling the start er rope handle many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded If en gine fails to start refer to the TROU BLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1 800 235 5878 CHAIN BRAKE WARNING Ifthe brake band is worn too thin it may break when the chain brake is triggered With a broken brake band the chain brake will not stop the chain The chain brake must be replaced if any part is worn to less than 0 020 0 5 mm thick Repairs on a chain brake should be made by your Sears Service Center Take your unit to the place of purchase or to the near est Sears Service Center This saw is equipped with a chain brake The brake is designed to stop the chain if kickback occurs The inertia activated chain brake is activated if the front hand guard is pushed forward either manually by hand or automatically by sudden movement If the brake is already activated it is disengaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible When cutting with
8. run STOP position only a few 2 Engine flooded 2 See Difficult Starting in the seconds after Operation Section starting 3 Fuel tank empty 3 Fill tank with correct fuel mixture 4 Spark plug not firing 4 Install new spark plug 5 Fuel not reaching 5 Check for dirty fuel filter replace carburetor Check for kinked or split fuel line repair or replace 6 Carburetor requires 6 Contact Sears Service see back cover adjustment 7 None of the above 7 Contact Sears Service see back cover Engine wilt 1 idle speed set too high t See Carburetor Adjustment in the not idle or tao low Service and Adjustments Section properly 2 Low Speed Mixture 2 Contact Sears Service see back cover requires adjustment 3 Crankshaft seals worn 3 Contact Sears Service see back cover 4 Compression low 4 Contact Sears Service see back cover 5 None of the above 5 Contact Sears Service see back cover Engine will not 1 Air fitter dirty 1 Clean or replace air filter accelerate 2 Spark plug fouled 2 Clean or replace plug and regap lacks power 3 Carburetor requires 3 Contact Sears Service see back cover or dies under adjustment a load 4 Exhaust ports or muf 4 Contact Sears Service see back cover fler outlets plugged 5 Compression low 5 Contact Sears Service see back cover 6 Chain brake engaged 6 Disengage chain brake 7 None of the above 7 Contact Sears Service see back cover
9. specific legal rights and you may atso have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 SAFETY RULES A WARNING Always disconnect spark plug wire when making repairs ex cept for carburetor adjustments Be cause a chain saw is a high speed wood cuiting tool special precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents Careless or improper use of this tool can cause serious injury PLAN AHEAD Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who understand and can fol low safety rules precautions and operating instructions found in this manual Hearing Safety Hat Protection aX Eye weir Snug t Protection Fitting Heavy Duty Clothing Gloves Safety Safety Chaps Shoes Wear protective gear Always use steel toed safety footwear with non slip soles snug fitting clothing heavy duty non slip gloves eye protection such as non fogging vented goggles or face screen an approved safety hard hat and sound barriers ear plugs or mufflers to protect your hearing Reg ular users should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw noise can damage hearing Secure hair above shoulder length Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry they can get caught in moving parts Keep ail parts of your body away from the chain when the engine is running Keep children bystanders and ani mais a minimum of 30 feet 10 me ters away from the work area when starting and
10. the saw the chain brake must be disengaged Disengaged tomy Engaged sce gore SRC AT REIN ME NTE an J aon BEF o Fe ITT Braking function contro CAUTION The chain brake must be checked several times daily The en gine must be running when performing this procedure This is the only instance when the saw should be placed on the ground with the engine running Place the saw on firm ground Grip the rear handle with your right hand and the front handie with your left hand Apply full throttle by fully depressing the throttle trigger Activate the chain brake by turning your left wrist against the hand guard without releasing your grip around the front handie The chain should stop immediately Inertia activating function control WARNING When performing the following procedure the engine must be turned off Grip the rear handle with your right hand and the front handle with your left hand Hold the chain saw approximately 14 inches 35 cm above a stump or other wooden surface Release your grip on the front handle and use the weight of the saw to let the top of the guide bar fall forward and contact the stump When the tip of the bar hits the stump the brake should activate OPERATING TIPS Check chain tension before first use and after 1 minute of operation and each time before you start the chain saw See CHAIN TENSION in the MAINTENANCE section Cut wood only Do not cut metal plas tics mas
11. these parts Failure to do so is a violation of the law Refer to the Customer Responsibilities chart in the MAINTENANCE section STANDARDS This chain saw is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc in ac cordance with American National Stan dards for Gasoline Powered Chain Saws Safety Requirements ANSI B175 1 2000 ASSEMBLY AWARNING Before using chain saw ensure all fasteners are secure CARTON CONTENTS Check carton contents against the fol lowing list Model 358 351600 Chain saw fully assembled Chain adjustment tool bar tool 2 cycle engine oi Carrying case Examine parts for damage Do not use damaged parts If you need assistance or find that parts are missing or damaged please cali 1 800 235 5878 NOTE It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in an empty fuel tank Your unit has been factory tested and the carburetor precisely adjusted As a result you may smell gasoline or find a drop of oilfuel residue on the muffler when you unpack the unit ASSEMBLY Your saw is fully assembled no assembly is necessary OPERATION KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW READ THIS OPERATOR S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future ref erence CRAFTSMAN EEE Starter Housi Bar Bar Oil Fill Cap gt Y Sprocket Hole Cylinder C
12. through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers hands and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swell ings Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people If symptoms occur such as numbness pain loss of strength change in skin color or texture or loss of feeling in the fingers hands or joints discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention An anti vi bration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool CHAIN BRAKE ff this saw is to be used for commercial logging a chain brake is required and shall not be re moved or otherwise disabled to com ply with Federal OSHA Regulations for Commercial Logging SPARK ARRESTING SCREEN Your saw is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443 All U S forest land and the states of California Idaho Maine Minnesota New Jersey Oregon and Washington require by law that many internal com bustion engines to be equipped with a spark arresting screen If you operate a chain saw in a state or locale where such regulations exist you are legally responsible for maintaining the operat ing condition of
13. 19 Washer Large Clutch 34 530057897 Handguard 52 530037820 Gear Worm 15 530047192 Assy Fuel Cap wret 35 530046416 Spring Handguard 16 530016064 Screw 36 545028307 Assy Chassis Iinct 17 530015922 Nut U type speed 5 6 7 8 9 15 16 17 18 530059635 Assy Fiywheei 149 32 33 35 39 192 530057911 Shietd Heat 37 530071893 Kit Chainbrake 20 530015127 Washer Flywheel 38 530016432 Screw 21 530016134 Nut Fiywheel 39 530016133 Bolt Bar 40 530057910 Plate Bar 25 REPAIR PARTS SEARS CHAINSAW MODEL 358 351600 WARNING Ali repairs adjustments and mainienance not described in the Operator s Manual must be performed by qualified service personnel Engine Gasket _ Kit ee 40 4t Ref Part No Description Ret Part No Description 1 530058837 Shiefd Cyl Incl 2 3 24 530016938 Bolt Muffler 2 530046153 Screw 25 545015304 insent Left black Cyl 3 530059006 Tape Reflector 26 530012537 Assy Crankshafi Rod 4 530039238 Modute ignition ih Por Dar MTE y 4 2 Fi H f S EE EEA Strap_ Ground 29 530056363 _ Asey Bearing Seal 7 5a0057943 Assy Wire Harness 30 530071883 Kit Piston Inch 34 32 8 530058687 Cover Air Filter 3i 530015697 Retainer Piston pin 9 530057925 Filter Ait 32 530038729 Ring Piston 10 530016425 Screw 33 545015401 Insert Right gray Cyt 11 530057892 Housing Air Filte
14. ER S WARRANTY RE SPONSIBILITIES As the small off road engine engine owner you are responsi ble for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your operator s manual Sears recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off road engine but Sears cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled main tenance As the small off road engine engine owner you should be aware that Sears may deny you warranty coverage if your small off road engine engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse ne glect improper maintenance unap proved modifications or the use of parts not made or approved by the original equipment manufacturer You are re sponsible for presenting your small off road engine to a Sears authorized repair center as soon as a problem exists Warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to ex ceed 30 days If you have any ques tions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call Sears at 1 800 469 4663 WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE The warran ty period begins on the date the smail off road engine is purchased LENGTH OF COVERAGE This warranty shall be for a period of two years from the initial date of purchase WHAT IS COVERED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or replacement of any warranted part will be per
15. Engine 1 Choke partially on 1 Adjust choke smokes 2 Fuel mixture incorrect 2 Empty fuel tank and refill with excessively correct fuel mixture 3 Air filter dirty 3 Clean or replace air filter 4 High Speed Mixture 4 Contact Sears Service see back cover requires adjustment 5 Crankcase leak 5 Contact Sears Service see back cover Engine runs 1 Fuel mixture incorrect 1 See Fueling Engine in the Operation hot section 2 Spark plug incorrect 2 Replace with correct plug 3 High Speed Mixture 3 Contact Sears Service see back cover set too lean 4 Exhaust ports or muf 4 Contact Sears Service see back cover fler outlets plugged 5 Carbon build up on 5 Clean spark arresting screen spark arresting screen 6 Starter housing dirty 6 Clean starter housing area 7 None of the above 7 Contact Sears Service see back cover Oil inadequate 1 Oif tank empty 1 Fill oil tank for bar and 2 Oit pump or oil filter 2 Contact Sears Service see back cover chain clogged lubrication 3 Guide bar oil hole 3 Remove bar and clean blocked Chain moves at idle speed 1 Idle speed requires adjustment 2 Clutch requires repair arn See Carburetor Adjustment in the Service and Adjustments Section Contact Sears Service see back cover 21 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Continued TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Chain does not Chain tension too 1 See Check Ch
16. NSION under the MAINTENANCE section WARNING If the saw is oper ated with a loose chain the chain could jump off the guide bar and result in serious injury to the operator and or damage the chain making it unusable BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING Muffler is very hot during and after use Do not touch the muffler or allow combustible material such as dry grass or fuel to do so WARNING Be sure to read the fuel handling information in the safety rules section of this manual before you begin if you do not understand the fuel handling information do not at tempt to fuel your unit Seek help from someone that does understand the in formation or call the customer assis tance help line at 1 800 235 5878 GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL The bar and chain require lubrication The chain oiler provides continuous lubrication to the chain and guide bar Be sure to fill the bar oil tank when you fill the fuel tank Capacity 6 8 fl oz Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and chain Too little off will cause overheat ing shown by smoke coming from the chain and or discoloration of the bar For maximum guide bar and chain life we recommend you use Craftsman chain saw bar oil If Craftsman bar oil is not available you may use a good grade SAE 30 oil until you are abie to obtain Craftsman brand The oil output is automatically metered during opera tion Your saw will use approximately one tank of bar oil for every tank of fue
17. Operator s Manual CRAFTSMAN 2 2 cu in 36cc 2 Cycle GASOLINE CHAIN SAW Model No 358 351600 16 in Bar Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Parts List Espanol p 27 WARNING A Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product For answers to your questions about this product Call 7 am 7 pm Mon Sat Sun 10 am 7 pm E 1 800 235 5878 Hours listed are Central Time Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A 545186812 Rev 1 6 15 08 BRW TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty 2 Safety Rules 2 Assembly 6 Operation 7 Maintenance 14 Service and Adjustments 17 Storage 20 Troubleshooting Table 21 Emissions Statement 23 Parts List 25 Spanish 27 Parts amp Ordering Back Cover WARRANTY STATEMENT ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON e GAS CHAIN SAW When used and maintained according to the operator s manual if this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of pur chase retum it to any Sears store Sears Service Center or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free repair or replacement if repair proves impossible This warranty excludes the bar chain spark plug and air filter which are expend able parts that can wear out from normal use in less than one year This warranty applies for only 30 days from purchase date this product is used for commercial or rental purposes This warranty gives you
18. S SEARS CHAINSAW MODEL 358 351606 6 Clutch Washer ee Kit 41 amp WARNING All repairs adjustments and 47 maintenance not described in the Operator s Manual must be performed by qualified service personne Ref Part No Description Ret Part No Description Ref Part No Description 1 530057883 Knob Choke 22 530021179 Screw Shoulder 41 530015817 Nut Bar 2 530057908 Spring ign Switch 23 530059677 Starter Hub EPS 42 545039704 Cover Clutch 3 53005789 Lever ign Switch 24 530021180 Spring EPS 43 71 3629 Chain 16 4 530016080 Screw 25 530071966 Kit EPS starter pulley 44 7 1 36596 EZ Adjust Bar 16 5 530071888 Kit Trigger Lockout finch 22 23 24 34 45 530016432 Screw 6 530069216 Kit Fue Line farge 26 545039604 Housing Fan 46 530057888 Handie Front 7 530069247 Kit Fuet Line smal 27 530056402 Handie Starter 47 53007 1945 Kit Clutch Washer 8 530095649 Assy Fuel Pick Up 28 530069232 Kit Rope inet 10 42 9 530023877 Fitting Fuel Line 29 530016432 Screw 48 530057924 Assy Oi pick up 16 530077945 Kit Cluich Washer 30 530042095 Spring Starter 49 53007 189 Kit O pump 41 530057905 Assy clutch drum 3 8 31 530016080 Screw incl 59 51 52 12 530071945 Kit Clutch Washer 32 530058786 Assy Oil Vent 50 530016084 Screw 13 530057907 Assy Clutch 33 530057296 Assy Oil Cap wyret 51 530057931 Assy Off Pump 14 5300164
19. ain Tension in the move when en tight Maintenance Section gine is acceler 2 Carburetor requires 2 Contact Sears Service see back cover ated adjustment 3 Guide bar rails 3 Repair or replace pinched 4 Clutch slipping 4 Contact Sears Service see back cover 5 Chain brake engaged 5 Disengage chain brake Chain clatters t Chain tension incorrect t See Check Chain Tension in the or cuts roughly 2 Cutters damaged 3 Chain worn 4 Cutters dull improperly sharpened or depth gauges too high 5 Sprocket worn 6 Chain installed backwards Maintenance Section 2 Contact Sears Service see back cover 3 Resharpen or replace chain 4 See Chain Sharpening in the Service and Adjustments Section 5 Contact Sears Service see back cover 6 install chain in right direction Chain stops within the cut 1 Chain cutter tops not filed flat Guide bar burred or bent rails uneven 1 See Chain Sharpening in the Service and Adjustments Section Repair or replace guide bar Chain cuts at an angle 2 3 Clutch slipping Cutters damaged on one side 2 Chain dull on one side 3 Guide bar bent or worn 2 3 Contact Sears Service see back cover 1 See Chain Sharpening in the Service and Adjustments Section 2 See Chain Sharpening in the Service and Adjustments Section 3 Repiace guide bar if situations occur which
20. de of the log The compres sion side of the log is where the pres sure of the log s weight is concentrated First cut on compression side of log Second cut Second cut First cut on compression side of log BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT Overcut through 1 3 of the diameter of the log Roll the log over and finish with a second overcut Watch for logs with a compression side to prevent the saw from pinch ing See illustrations for cutting logs with a compression side BUCKING USING A LOG OR SUPPORT STAND Remember your first cutis always on the compression side of the log Refer to the illustrations below for your first and second cut 12 Your first cut should extend 1 3 of the diameter of the log Finish with your second cut Using a log for support 7 4st Cut 13t Cut and Cut 4 WARNING Be alert for and guard against kickback Do not allow the moving chain to contact any other branches or objects at the nose of the guide bar when limbing or pruning Al lowing such contact can result in serious injury WARNING Never climb into a tree to limb or prune Do not stand on ladders platforms a log or in any posi tion which can cause you to lose your balance or control of the saw IMPORTANT POINTS Work slowly keeping both hands firmly gripped on the saw Maintain secure footing and balance Watch out for springpoles Springpoiles are small size limbs which ca
21. ed or replaced by a Sears Service Center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in the operator s manual When not in use chain saws should be stored in a dry high or locked up place out of the reach of children When storing saw use a scabbard or carrying case HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the saw Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in the areas where fuel is mixed or poured Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area and use an approved marked con tainer for all fuel purposes Wipe up all fuel spills before starting saw Move at least 10 feet 3 meters from fueling site before starting engine Turn the engine off and jet saw cool in a non combustible area not on dry leaves straw paper etc Slowly remove fuel cap and refuel unit Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting the unit Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK Follow all safety rules to help avoid kickback and other forces which can result in serious injury Kickback Path Avoid Obstructions Clear The Working Area AWARNING Avoid kickback which can result in serious injury Kickback is the backward upward or sudden fo
22. egin cutting with the engine at full speed and the saw housing against wood Use wedges made of plastic or wood Never use metal to hold the cut open MAINTAIN CONTROL Stand to the left of the saw Thumb on underside of handlebar fj Never reverse hand positions A good firm grip on the saw with both hands will help you maintain control Don t let go Grip the rear handle with your right hand whether you are right or left handed Wrap the fingers of your left hand over and around the front handlebar and your left thumb under the front handlebar Keep your left arm straight with the elbow locked Position your left hand on the front handiebar so it is in a straight line with your right hand on the rear handle when making bucking cuts Never reverse right and left hand positions for any type of cutting Stand with your weight evenly bal anced on both feet Do not overreach You could be drawn or thrown off balance and lose control of the saw Do not cut above shoulder height It is difficult to maintain contro of saw above shoulder height KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES WARNING The following fea tures are included on your saw to help reduce the hazard of kickback however such features will not totally eliminate this danger Do not rely only on safety devices Follow ail safety rules to help avoid kickback and other forces which can result in serious injury Front Hand Guard designed to reduce the chance of y
23. er each use inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth with a mild detergent Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth CHECK CHAIN BRAKE See CHAIN BRAKE in the OPERA TION section CLEAN AIR FILTER CAUTION Do not clean filter in gaso line or other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire hazard or produc ing harmful evaporative emissions Cleaning the air filter A dirty air filter decreases the life and performance of the engine and in creases fuel consumption and harmful emissions Always clean your air filter after 10 tanks of fuel or 5 hours of op eration whichever comes first Clean more frequently in dusty conditions A used air filter can never be completely cleaned it is advisable to replace your air filter with a new one after every 50 hours of operation or annually which ever comes first Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover Remove cylinder cover Remove air filter cover and air filter Clean the air filter using hot soapy water Rinse with clean cool water Air dry completely before reinstal ling 5 Reinstall air filter and air filter cov er 6 Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws Tighten securely Pe GON Cylinder Air Filter ae y Cover INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK ARRESTING SCREEN WARNING The muffler on this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer As the unit is used carbon deposits build up
24. formed at no charge to the owner at an approved Sears Service Center if you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call Sears at 1 800 469 4663 WAR RANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as neces sary shali be warranted for 2 years Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shail be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part DIAGNOSIS The owner shall not be charged for diagnos tic labor which leads to the determina tion that a warranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an approved Sears Service Center CON SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Sears may be liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty WHAT iS NOT COVERED All failures caused by abuse neglect or improper maintenance are not covered ADD ON OR MODIFIED PARTS The use of add on or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim Sears is not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add on or modified parts 23 HOW TO FILE A CLAIM If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact you
25. ge NOTE The chain has both teft and right hand cutters Align the 30 file holder marks parallel with the bar and to the center of the chain N AN FE N SN A Cutter File Holder Line Sharpen cutters on one side of the chain first File from the inside of each cutter to the outside Then 17 turn the chain saw around and re peat the process for the other side of the chain File on the forward stroke only use 2 or 3 strokes per cutting edge Keep all cutters the same length when filing File enough to remove any dam age to cutting edges side plate and top plate of cutter All Cutters poy Eva pane Length ae mee oN TA a Plate Side he File chain to meet the specifica tions as shown a tase io oie so Hook Angle ___ 0 025 inch ZESA 0 65 mm Rounded Right Corer Too Much Hook Angie Squared Off Corner x Wrong WARNING Maintain the proper hook angle according to the manufac turer s specifications for the chain you are using Improper hook angle will increase the chance of kickback which can result in serious injury 4 Check and lower gepth gauges Depth Gauge Tool a Depth Gauge annans aa Piace gauge tool on cutter lf the depth gauge is higher than the depth gauge tool file it level to the top of the depth gauge tool Maintain rounded front corner of depth gauge with a flat file NOTE The very top of t
26. han the center of the notch This will leave enough uncut wood between the felling cut and the notch to form a hinge This hinge will help prevent the tree from falling in the wrong direction Hinge holds tree on stump and helps contro fall Wy WN KAN VY a Closing of notch Opening of felling ye NOTE Before felling cut is complete use wedges to open the cutifnecessary to contro the direction of fall To avoid 41 kickback and chain damage use wood or plastic wedges but never steel oriron wedges Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall cracking sounds widen ing of the felling cut or movement in the upper branches As tree starts to fall stop saw put it down and get away quickly on your planned retreat path DO NOT cut down a partially fallen tree with your saw Be extremely cautious with partially fallen trees that may be poorly supported When a tree doesn t fall completely set the saw aside and pull down the tree with a cable winch block and tackle or tractor CUTTING A FALLEN TREE BUCKING Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen tree to the desired log size WARNING Do not stand on the log being cut Any portion can roll causing loss of footing and control Do not stand downhill of the log being cut IMPORTANT POINTS Cut only one log at a time Cut shattered wood very carefully sharp pieces of wood could be flung toward operator Use a sawhorse
27. he depth gauge should be flat with the front half rounded off with a flat file If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this procedure contact your Sears Service Center or call our customer assistance help line at 1 800 235 5878 CHAIN REPLACEMENT A WARNING Wear protective gloves when handling chain The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving It is normal for a new chain to stretch during the first 15 minutes of operation You should recheck your chain tension each time before you start the chain saw and adjust the chain tension as required See CHAIN TENSION section Replace the old chain when it be comes worn or damaged Use only the Low Kickback replacement chain spe cified in the repair parts list The cor rect replacement bar and chain is also specified on a decal located on the chain saw See your Sears Service Center to re place and sharpen individual cutters on your chain TO REPLACE CHAIN 1 Move ON STOP switch to the STOP position 2 Remove bar nuts 3 Remove clutch cover SY Chain adjustment tool D Bar Tool 4 Turn adjusting screw on bar coun terclockwise to move the tension ing rack as far as it will go toward the front of the bar 18 Tensioning Rack 5 Slide guide bar on bar bolts until guide bar stops against clutch drum sprocket A Bar bolts a Guide bar NS 6 Remove the old chain 7 Carefully remove the
28. ibutes to accidents Never let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of the guide bar Keep the working area free from ob structions such as other trees branches rocks fences stumps etc Eliminate or avoid any obstruction that your saw chain could hit while you are cutting When cutting a branch do not let the guide bar contact branch or other ob jects around it Keep saw chain sharp and properly tensioned A loose or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback Fol low manufacturer s chain sharpening and maintenance instructions Check tension at regular intervals but never with the engine running Make sure the bar nuts are securely tightened Begin and continue cutting at full speed If the chain is moving at a slower speed there is greater chance of kickback occurring Use extreme caution when re enter ing a previous cut Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of the bar plunge cuts Watch for shifting logs or other forces that could close a cut and pinch or fall into chain Use the Reduced Kickback Guide Bar and Low Kickback Chain speci fied for your saw Avoid Pinch Kickback Be extremely aware of situations or obstructions that can cause material to pinch the top of or otherwise stop the chain Do not cut more than one log at a time Do not twist the saw as the bar is withdrawn from an undercut when bucking Avoid Pull In Always b
29. l mix Always fill the bar oil tank when you fill the fuel tank FUELING ENGINE WARNING Remove fuel cap slowly when refueling This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Before operation gasoline must be mixed with a good quality synthetic 2 cycle air cooled en gine oil We recommend Craftsman brand synthetic oil Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40 1 A 40 4 ratio is ob tained by mixing 3 2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline Included with this saw is a 3 2 ounce container of oil Pour the entire contents of this con tainer into 1 gallon of gasoline to achieve the proper fuel mixture DO NOT USE automotive or boat oil These oils will cause engine damage When mixing fuel follow the instruc tions printed on the oil container Once oil is added to the gasoline shake container momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed Always read and follow the safety rules relat ing to fuel before fueling your unit IMPORTANT Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract mois ture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the en gine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel ne
30. lacement of damaged or worn paris NOTE It is normal for a small amount of oil to appear under the saw after engine stops Do not confuse this with a leaking oil tank ON STOP Switch Ensure ON STOP switch functions properly by moving the switch to the STOP position Make sure engine stops then restart engine and continue Fuel Tank Do not use saw if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks Oil Tank Do not use saw if oil tank shows signs of damage or leaks CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS Bar Nuts Chain Muffler Cylinder Shield Air Filter Handle Screws Vibration Mounts Starter Housing Front Hand Guard CHECK CHAIN TENSION Awarnina Wear protective gloves when handling chain The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving Chain tension is very important Chains stretch during use This is especially true during the first few times you use your saw Always check chain tension each time before you start the chain saw 1 Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjustment tool bar tool to move chain around guide bar to ensure kinks do not exist The chain should rotate freely 14 Guide or ry Gree eee exten eA awe oneen 2 Chain aera a Bar Nuts Adjusting Screw ar Tool 2 Loosen bar nuts until they are finger tight against the clutch cover 3 Turn adjusting screw clockwise un til chain solidly contacts bottom of guide bar
31. n catch the saw chain and whip toward you or pull you off balance Use extreme cau tion when cutting smail size limbs or slender material Be alert for springback Watch out for branches that are bent or under pressure Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released Keep a clear work area Frequently clear branches out of the way to avoid tripping over them LIMBING Always limb a tree after it is cut down Only then can limbing be done safely and properly Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as you work Start at the base of the felled tree and work toward the top cutting branches and limbs Remove small limbs with one cut Keep the tree between you and the chain Cut from the side of the tree opposite the branch you are cutting Remove larger supporting branches with the cutting techniques described in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT Always use an overcut to cut small and freely hanging limbs Undercutting could cause limbs to fail and pinch the saw PRUNING WARNING Limit pruning to limbs shoulder height or below Do not cut if branches are higher than your shoulder Get a professional to do the job Make your first cut 1 3 of the way through the bottom of the limb Next make a 2nd cut all the way through the limb Then cut a third overcut leaving a 1 to 2 inch 2 5 to 5 cm collar from the truck of the tree F
32. nd is labeled T Turn idle screw T clockwise to in crease engine speed Turn idie screw T counterclockwise to decrease engine speed If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this procedure contact your Sears Service Center or call our customer assistance help line at 1 800 235 5878 19 STORAGE WARNING Perform the follow ing steps after each use Allow the engine to cool and secure the unit before storing or transporting Store chain saw and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters electric motors or switches furnaces etc Store chain saw with all guards in place and position chain saw so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury Store chain saw well out of the reach of children SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more If your chain saw is to be stored fora period of time Clean saw thoroughly before storage Store in a clean dry area Lightly oil external metal surfaces and guide bar Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy pa per or cloth FUEL SYSTEM Empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA TION section of this ma
33. ntenance Saw cuts to one side or at an angle Saw has to be forced through the cut Inadequate supply of olf to bar chain Check the condition of guide bar each time chain is sharpened A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cutting difficult After each use ensure ON STOP switch is in the STOP position then clean all sawdust from the guide bar and sprocket hole To maintain guide bar Move ON STOP switch to STOP Loosen and remove bar nuts and clutch cover Remove bar and chain from saw Clean the oil holes and bar groove after each 5 hours of operation Remove Sawdust From Guide Bar Groove 2 a a eo Oil Holes ae bs o Burring of guide bar rails is a normal process of rail wear Remove these burrs with a flat file When rail top is uneven use a flat file to restore square edges and sides lt File Rail Edges and Sides Square Worn Groove Correct Groove Replace guide bar when the groove is worn the guide bar is bent or cracked or when excess heating or burring of the rails occurs f replacement is necessary use only the guide bar specified for your saw in the repair parts list or on the de cal located on the chain saw CHECK FUEL MIXTURE LEVEL See FUELING ENGINE under the OP ERATION section 15 LUBRICATION Bar Oil Fill Cap See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL un der the OPERATION section INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS Aft
34. nual see mes sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gascho in your chain saw Fuel stabilizer is an acceptabie alter native in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage container Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer containers Run engine at least 3 minutes after adding stabilizer Craftsman 40 1 2 cycle engine oil air cooled is blended with fuel stabilizer if you do not use this oii you can add a fuel stabilizer to your fuel tank ENGINE Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea spoon of 40 1 2 cycle engine oil air cooled through the spark plug open ing Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil Replace spark plug with new one of recommended type and heat range Clean air filter Check entire unit for loose screws nuts and bolts Replace any dam aged broken or worn parts At the beginning of the next season use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio OTHER Do not store gasoline from one sea son to another Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust 20 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE A WARNING Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before perform ing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not 1 ON STOP switch in 1 Move ON STOP switch to ON start or will
35. onry non wood building ma terials etc Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object Inspect the saw and repair or replace parts as necessary If the chain jumps off the guide bar inspect the chain for damaged drive links before reinstalling Burrs on drive links which prevent them from entering the groove of the guide bar can be removed with a flat file Keep the chain out of dirt and sand Even a small amount of dirt will dull a chain increase the possibility of kick back and require chain sharpening or replacement Practice cutting a few small logs us ing the following techniques to get the feel of using your saw before you begin a major sawing operation Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow the engine to reach full speed before cutting Begin cutting with the saw frame against the log Keep the engine at full speed the entire time you are cutting Allow the chain to cut for you Exert only light downward pressure If you force the cut damage to the bar chain or engine can result Release the throttle trigger as soon as the cut is completed allowing the engine to idle Ifyou run the saw at full throttle without a cutting load unnecessary wear can occur to the chain bar and engine To maxi mize operating efficiency do not run the engine for longer than 30 seconds at a time at full throttle To avoid losing control when cut is complete do not put pressure on
36. our left hand contact ing the chain if your hand slips off the front handiebar Position of front and rear handlebars designed with distance between han dies and in line with each other The spread and in line position of the hands provided by this design work together to give balance and resis tance in controlling the pivot of the saw back toward the operator if kick back occurs Reduced Kickback Guide Bar de signed with a small radius tip which reduces the size of the kickback danger zone on the bar tip This type of bar has been demonstrated to sig nificantly reduce the number and se riousness of kickbacks when tested in accordance with ANSI B175 1 re Smail Radius y Tip Guide Bar Large Radius Tip Guide Bar EJ to 2 a oO Nn ir w oO x oO pag z 5 pon 7 w w 3 O 3 can O T back performance requirements when tested on a representative sample of chain saws below 3 8 cu bic inch displacement specified in ANSI B175 1 Low Kickback Chain Contoured Depth Gauge Efongated Guard Link deflects kickback force And allows wood to gradually ride into Cutter CHAIN BRAKE Chain Brake designed to stop the chain in the event of kickback AAWARNING WE DO NOT REP RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT AS SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL PROTECT YOU IN THE EVENT OF A KICK BACK Kickback is a lightning fast action which throws the bar and rotating chain back and up
37. over Throttle Lockout Rear Handie Throttle Trigger ON STOP SWITCH The ON STOP SWITCH is used to stop the engine THROTTLE TRIGGER The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls en gine speed THROTTLE LOCK OUT The THROTTLE LOCK OUT must be pressed before you can squeeze the throttle trigger This feature prevents you from accidentally squeezing the trigger CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER The choke and fast idle are set by pull ing the CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER out to the full extent for cold starting or after refueling The choke provides additional fuel to the engine during cold starting PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the carburetor to provide quicker starting Clutch Cover Bar Nuts Front Handle Starter Rope ON STOP Switch Choke Fast idle Lever g Fuel Mix Fill Cap Pane Bon z Chain Direction of Travel EAA IA N AA TAT 6 RAFTSMAN PE A ae AES Guide Bar Catcher CHAIN BRAKE The CHAIN BRAKE is a device designed to stop the chain if kickback occurs The chain brake activates automatically in the event of kickback The chain brake activates manually if the front hand guard is pushed forward The chain brake is disengaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible CHAIN TENSION it is normal for a new chain to stretch during the first 15 minutes of operation You should check your chain tension each time before you start the chain saw See CHAIN TE
38. r 34 530071894 Seal Adaptor kit 12 54507060 Carburetor 35 Frea So Cab jider Wi ooe Zama W26B Inci 14 t mene AAA ORR As 13 530069247 Kit Fuet Line Smail 37 530057926 Tube Intake t4 30047721 Bulb Purge snap in 36 530057903 Wire Throttle 15 530071889 Kit Carb Adapter 39 530016101 Nut Carb incl 16 34 37 40 530071894 Kit Engine Gasket t6 530071894 Gasket Cyl O ring kit incl 16 22 34 26 17 Champion Accy Spark PiugiRCJ 7Y 47 530034189 Serench 18 530071864 Kit Cylinder incl 25 33 9 530016136 Clip High Tension Lead 20 545006007 Kit Muffler nel 21 22 23 24 Not Shown 21 30057942 Backplate Muffier 22 530071894 Gasket Muffler kit 23 545006056 Kit Spark Arrestor 545186812 Manual 530059107 Decal Warning 26
39. r nearest authorized ser vice center or call Sears at 1 800 469 4663 WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty ser vices or repairs shall be provided at all Sears Service Centers Call 1 800 469 4663 MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RELATED PARTS Any Sears approved replacement part ranty maintenance or repair on emis sion related parts will be provided with out charge to the owner if the partis under warranty EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST spark plug covered up to maintenance sched ule ignition module muffler including catalyst if equipped fuel tank Cali fornia only MAINTENANCE STATE MENT The owner is responsibie for the performance of all required mainte nance as defined in the operator s manual used in the performance of any war The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified Exampie Year EPA Phase f or Phase 2 and or CALIFORNIA MPORTANT FUSSION INFORMATION I fs ENGINE CONFO TOEXK AND p AP SIONS REGULATIONS FOR SMALL ROAD ENGINES FARILYADISP SERIAL MODEL EMISSION THE AIR INDEX OF THIS ENGINE JS 3 l C 1 l d al T19 THE LOWER THE we INDEX THE LESS POLLUTION REFER TO OWNER MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use Moderate 50 hours X Intermediate 125 hours O Extended 300 hours 24 REPAIR PART
40. rail Adjusting Screw 4 Using bar tool roll chain around guide bar to ensure all links are in bar groove 5 Lift up tip of guide bar to check for sag Release tip of guide bar then turn adjusting screw until sag does not exist 6 While lifting tip of guide bar tighten bar nuts securely with the bar tool aw Bar Nuts 4 E ws YETTE IRRE me 7 Use the screwdriver end of the bar tool to move chain around guide bar 8 lf chain does not rotate it is too tight Slightly loosen bar nuts and loosen chain by turning the adjust ing screw 1 4 turn counterciock wise Retighten bar nuts 9 ff chain is too loose it will sag be low the guide bar DO NOT operate the saw if the chain is loose NOTE The chain is tensioned correctly when the weight of the chain does not cause it to sag below the guide bar with the chain saw sitting in an upright position but the chain still moves freely around the guide bar WARNING If the saw is operated with a loose chain the chain could jump off the guide bar and result in serious injury to the operator and or damage the chain making it unusable If the chain jumps off the guide bar inspect each drive link for damage Damaged chain must be repaired or replaced CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS A sharp chain makes wood chips A dull chain makes a sawdust powder and cuts slowly See CHAIN SHARPENING CHECK GUIDE BAR Conditions which require guide bar mai
41. rward motion of the guide bar occurring when the saw chain near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts any object such as a log or branch or when the wood closes in and pinches the saw chain in the cut Contacting a foreign object in the wood can alse re sult in loss of chain saw control Rotational Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper tip of the guide bar This contact can cause the chain to dig into the object which stops the chain for an instant The result is a lightning fast reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back toward the operator Pinch Kickback can occur when the the wood closes in and pinches the moving saw chain in the cut along the top of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly stopped This sud den stopping of the chain results in a reversal of the chain force used to cut wood and causes the saw to move in the opposite direction of the chain rotation The saw is driven straight back toward the operator Puli In can occur when the moving chain contacts a foreign object in the wood in the cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly stopped This sudden stop ping pulls the saw forward and away from the operator and could easily cause the operator to lose control of the saw REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK Recognize that kickback can hap pen With a basic understanding of kickback you can reduce the ele ment of surprise which contr
42. s enough room for the tree to fall Maintain a dis tance of 2 1 2 tree lengths from the near est person or other objects Engine noise can drown out a warning call Remove dirt stones loose bark nails staples and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made Plan a clear retreat path to the rear and diagonal to the line of fall 4 Plan a clear retreat path a Sy oe gt a Li g fd oO g ee a 3 n 2 FELLING LARGE TREES 6 inches 15 cm in diameter or larger The notch method is used to fell large trees A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the desired direction of fall After a felling cut is made on the opposite side of tree the tree will tend to fall into the notch NOTE If the tree has large buttress roots remove them before making the notch If using saw to remove buttress roots keep saw chain from contacting ground to prevent dulling of the chain NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE TREE Make notch cut by cutting the top of the notch first Cut through 1 3 of the diameter of the tree Next complete the notch by cutting the bottom of the notch See illustration Once the notch is cut remove the notch of wood from the tree Final felling cut here 2 inches 5 cm above center of notch First cut Notch Second cut After removing the wood from the notch make the felling cut on the op posite side of the notch This is done by making a cut about two inches 5 cm higher t
43. saw at end of cut Stop the engine before setting the saw down after cutting 10 TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES WARNING Check for broken or dead branches which can fall while cut ting causing serious injury Do not cut near buildings or electrical wires if you do not know the direction of tree fall nor cut at night since you will not be ale to see well nor during bad weather such as rain snow or strong winds etc If the tree makes contact with any utility line the utility company should be noti fied immediately Carefully plan your sawing operation in advance Clear the work area You need a clear area all around the tree so you can have secure footing The chain saw operator should keep on the uphill side of the terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill after it is felled Study the natural conditions that can cause the tree to fall in a particular di rection Natural conditions that can cause a tree to fall in a particular direction include The wind direction and speed The lean of the tree The lean of a tree might not be apparent due to un even or sloping terrain Use a plumb or level to determine the direction of tree lean Weight and branches on one side Surrounding trees and obstacles Look for decay and rot If the trunk is rotted it can snap and fall toward the operator Check for broken or dead branches which can fall on you while cutting Make sure there i
44. t attempt to cut material with the choke fast idle lever in the FULL CHOKE position STARTING A COLD ENGINE or warm engine after running out of fuel NOTE in the following steps when the choke fast idle fever is pulled out to the full extent the correct throttle setting for starting is set automatically IGNITION SWITCH an 1 Move ON STOP switch to the ON position 2 Pull choke fast idle lever out to the full extent to the FULL CHOKE posi tion 3 Slowly press primer bulb 6 times 4 Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with your right hand Then pro ceed to the next step NOTE If the engine sounds as ifit is try ing to start before the 5th puil stop pull ing and immediately proceed to the next step 5 Push the choke fast idle lever in to the HALF CHOKE position CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER 6 Pul the starter rope sharply with your right hand until the engine starts 7 Allow the engine to run for approxi mately 30 seconds Then squeeze and release the throttle trigger to allow engine to return to idle speed STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1 Move ON STOP switch to the ON position 2 Pull the choke fast idle lever out to the FULL CHOKE position to set the fast idle then push the lever in to the HALF CHOKE position 3 Slowly press primer bulb 6 times 4 Pull the starter rope sharply with your right hand until the engine starts 5 Squeeze and release throttle trigger to allow engine to
45. to cut small logs Never allow another person to hold the log while cutting and never hold the log with your leg or foot Do not cut in an area where logs limbs and roots are tangled such as in a blown down area Drag the logs into a clear area before cutting by pulling out exposed and cleared logs first TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR BUCKING WARNING If saw becomes pinched or hung in a log don t try to force it out You can lose control of the saw resulting in injury and or damage to the saw Stop the saw drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the cut until the saw can be removed easily Restart the saw and carefully reenter the cut To avoid kickback and chain damage do not use a metal wedge Do not attempt to restart your saw when it is pinched or hung in a log Use a wedge to remove pinched saw Saye Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or wooden wedge to force cut open Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log When overcutting use light downward pressure Advereutting f 1 Undercutting Underecutting involves cutting on the underside of the log with top of saw against the log When undercutting use light upward pressure Hold saw firmly and maintain control The saw will tend to push back toward you Awarnina Never turn saw up side down to undercut The saw can not be controlled in this position Always make your first cut on the com pression si
46. toward the operator Kick back can be caused by allowing contact of the bar tip in the danger zone with any hard object Kickback can also be caused by pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar This action may push the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator Either of these events may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious injury or even death DO NOT RELY UPON ANY OF THE DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK Reduced kickback guide bars and low kickback saw chains reduce the chance and magnitude of kickback and are rec ommended Your saw has a low kick back chain and bar as original equip ment Repairs on a chain brake should be made by an authorized Sears Ser vice Center Take your unit to the place of purchase if purchased from a servic ing dealer or to your nearest Sears Ser vice Center Tip contact in some cases may cause a lightning fast reverse REACTION kicking guide bar up and back toward operator Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could result in serious injury Do not rely exclusively upon devices built into your saw This unit is not equipped with an anti vibration system and is intended for occasional use only SAFETY NOTICE Exposure to vibra tions
47. using the saw Do not handle or operate a chain saw when you are fatigued ill or up set or if you have taken alcohol drugs or medication You must be in good physical condition and mentally alert If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work check with doctor before oper ating Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area secure footing and if you are felling trees a planned re treat path OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY Do not operate a chain saw with one hand Serious injury to the operator helpers bystanders or any combina tion of these persons may result from one handed operation A chain saw is intended for two handed use Operate the chain saw only in a well ventilated outdoor area Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree Make sure the chain will not make contact with any object while starting the engine Never try to start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of the cut Applying pressure can cause you to lose control when the cut is completed Stop engine before setting saw down Hand carry saw only when engine is stopped Carry with muffler away from body guide bar amp chain project ing behind you guide bar preferably covered with a scabbard Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged improperly adjusted or not completely and securely as sembled Always replace bar chain hand guard or chain brake immedi
48. xt season Never use engine or car buretor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur See the STORAGE section for additional information CHAIN BRAKE Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pulling the front hand guard back toward the front handle as far as possible The chain brake must be disengaged before cutting with the saw A WARNING The chain must not move when the engine runs at idle speed If the chain moves at idle speed refer to CARBURETOR ADJUST MENT within this manual Avoid contact with the muffier A hot muffler can cause serious burns STOPPING YOUR ENGINE Release the throttle trigger Move ON STOP switch to the STOP position STARTING POSITION To start the engine hold the saw firmly on the ground as i lustrated Make sure the chain is free to turn without contacting any object Starter Rope Handle Left Hand E BP Right Foot Through Rear Handle WARNING Do not attempt to throw or drop start the chain saw Doing so will put the operator at risk of serious injury due to loss of control of the chain saw IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER When pulling the starter rope do not use the full extent of the rope as this can cause the rope to break Do not let starter rope snap back Hold the han die and let the rope rewind slowly For cold weather starting start the unit at FULL CHOKE allow the engine to warm up before squeezing the throttle trigger NOTE Do no
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