Craftsman 358.350060 Owner's manual

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CRRFTSMRN
2.2 cu. in./36cc 2-Cycle
GASOLINE CHAIN SAW
Model No.
358.350060 - 16 in. Bar
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product.
61_ For answers to your questions about this product:
Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon.--Sat., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun.
1-800-235-5878 (.ou_===.c..=_m.)
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_ars, Roebuckand Co., HoffmanEstates,IL60179 USA
530087821 07/17/98
Warranty 2 Storage '
16
Safety Rules 2 Trouble ShootingChart 17
Assembly 5 Parts List 20
Operation ..... 6 Spanish 24
Maintenance 11 Parts & Ordering Back
Service and Ad_stmbt_s _. : 14
FULL ONEYEARWARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® GAS
CHAIN SAW
For one year from the date ofpurchase, when this Craftsman Gas Chain Saw is
maintained, lubricated and tunedup accordingto the owner's manual, Sears will
repair,free of charge, any defect inmatodai orworkmanship.
This warranty excludes the bar,chain, sparkplug and airfilter,whichare
expendable parts, and become wom dudngnormal use.
Ifthis Gas Chain Saw isused forcommercial orrentalpurposes, thiswarranty
appliesfor 30 days from thedate of purchase,
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THIS CHAIN SAW TO
THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and youmay also have other rights
whichvary from state to state.
Soars, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffmen Eetatda,.IL 60179
WARNING: Always disconnectspark
plugwire when making repairsexcept
forcarburetor adjustmi_nts.Because a
chain saw is a high-speed woodcutting
tool, careless or improperuse ofthis
toolcan cause serious injury.
PLAN AHEAD
Restrictthe use of your saw to adult
users who understand and can follow
the safety rules, precautions,and op-
erating Instructionsfound in this
-_-._nanuai.
Headng _ SafetyHat
PrctecUon-,_ _ _ Eye
ilOOr,---- Protection
HeavyDuty
Gloves
S-,tety SafetyChaps
Shoes
\
_IIII
Wear protective gear. Always use
.. __.eel-toed safety footwear with non-
slipsoles; snug-fittingclothing; heavy-
duty,non-slipgloves;eye protection
such as non,-tfogglng,vented goggles
or face screen;an approvedsafety
hard hat; and sound barriers(ear
_lugs or mufflers) to protectyour
esdng. Regular usersshould have
hsadng checked regularlyas chain
saw noisecan damage headng. Se-
cure hair above shoulderlength.
Keep all parts of your bodyaway from
the dlain when the engineis runntng.
Keep children,bystanders,and ani-
mals at least30 feet (10 meters)
away fromthe workarea when start-
ing and usingthe saw.
Do not handle oroperatea chain saw
when you are fatigued, Ill,or upset,or
ifyou have taken alcohol,drugs, or
medication.You mustbe In good
_fhysicalconditionand mentally alert.
you have any condition that might
be aggravated by strenuous work,
checkwith doctorbefore operating.
Do not startcutting untilyou have a
clear workarea, securefooting,and
especially ifyou are fellinga tree, a
retreatpath.
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OPERATEYOUR SAW SAFELY
Do not operate with one hand. Sed-
ous injuryto the operator,helpers, or
bystandersmay resultfrom one-
handed operation. A chainsaw is In-
tended fortwo-hand_lduse. ....
Operate the chain saw only ina well-
ventilated outdoorarea.
Do notoperate saw from a ladder or
in a tree, unless you are specifically
trained to doso.
Make sure the chainwill not make
contactwith any objectwhile starting
the engine. Never tryto startthe saw
when the guide bar isin a cut.
Do notput pressure onthe saw, ss-
pecially at the end of the cut. Doing
so can cause you to lose control
when the cut is completed.
Stop engine before setting saw down.
Hand carry saw onlywhen engine is
stopped. Carry with muffleraway from
body.guide bar & chain projectingbe-
hindyou; guide bar preferably cov-
ered with a scabbard.
Storethe unitand fuel ine cool, dry
well ventilatedspace where fuel va-
pors cannot reach sparks or open
flames fromwater heaters, electdc
motorsor switches,fumaces, etc.
GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK
Followelisafety rulesto helpavoid
kickbackand other forces which can
resultin serious injury.
AvoidObstructions
ClearTheWorkingArea
WARNING: Rotational Kickback can
occurwhen the moving chain contacts
an object atthe upper portion ofthe tip
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD of theguidebar.Contaotatthe upper
WORKING ORDER
Have allchain saw sewice performed
by a qualifiedservice dealer except
the itemslisted in the maintenance
section ofthis manual.
Make certain the saw chain stops
movingwhen the throttle trigger isre-
leased. For correction, refer to Car-
buretorAdjustments."
Keep the handles dry,clean, and free
from oilor fuel mixture.
Keep cape and fasteners securely
tightened.
Use only Craftsman accassodss and
replacement partsas recommended.
Never modify your saw.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
Do not smoke while handlingfuel or
while operating thesaw.
Bi_ all sourcssof sparks orflame
In amss wherefuel Isrnixedor poured.
Mix and pourfuel inan outdoorarea
and use an approved, marked con-
tainer forall fuel purposes. Wipe up
allfuel spills before startingsaw.
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from
fueling site before starting.
.,Tu_the engine off and let saw coolin
a non-oombusltblearea, not on dry
leaves, straw, paper, etc. Slowly re-
move fuplcap and refuelunit.
portionof the;tip of the guide bar can
cause the cHainto dig intothe object,
whichstopsthe chain foran instant.The
resultisa lightningfast, reversereaction
which kicksthe guide bar up and back
toward the operator.
Pinch-Kickbackand Pull-Inoccur when
the chainis suddenly stopped by being
pinched, caught, or by contacting a for-
eign object inthe wood. This sudden
stopping ofthe chain resultsin a rever-
sal of the chain force usedto cutwood
and causes the saw to move in the op-
positedirection of the chain rotation.
Pinch-Kickbackdrivesthe saw straight
back toward the operator.Pull-in pulls
the saw awayfrom the operator.
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
KICKBACK
RecognizethatIdckbaskcan happen.
Witha basicundemtsn_ngofkickback,
youcan reducethe elementof sufprisa
whichccntributes to accidents.
Never letthe movingchain contact
i any at the ofthe bar.
object tip Dgu_de
Keep warldngarea free from obstruc-
tionssuch as other trees, branches,
rocks,fences, stumps,etc. Eliminate
or avoid any obstructionthatyour saw
chaincould hitwhilecumng.
Keep saw chainsharp andpropedy
tensioned.A looseor dull chaincan
increase the chance of kickback. Fol-
low manufacturer's chain sharpening
end maintenance Instructlons. Check
tension st regularIntervals,but never
with engine running. Make .surebar
damp nuts are securelyttgmaneo.
Begin and continue cuttingat full
speed. Ifthe cbaln is+movingat a
slowerspeed,"thereis greaterchance
of kickbackoccurring,
Use extreme caution when reentanng
a cut.
Do notattempt cuts starlingwiththe
tip ofthe bar(plunge cuts).
Watch forshifting logsor other forces
that couldclose a cut and pinchor fall
intochain.
Use the specified Reduced-Kickba.ek
Guide Bar and Low-KickbankChain.
Avoid Pinch-Kickback:
Be extremely aware of situations or
obstructionsthat can cause matedal
to pinch the top of or otherwise stop
thechain.
Do not cut more than one log ata
time.
Do not twist saw as bar iswithdrawn
from an undercut when bucking.
Avoid Pull-In:
Always begin cuttingwiththe 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 leftof the saw
Thumbon \l_
" " - locked
NeverreversehandposilJon.s
Agood, firm grip onthe saw withboth
hands will help ,youmaintain control.
Don't tet go Grip the rear handle with
your righthand whether you are dght
or left handed. Wrap the fingers of
your lefthand over and around the
front handlebar, and your leftthumb
under the front handlebar. Keep your
leftarm straightwith the elbowlocked.
Positionyour left hand on the front
handlebar so it Isin a straightlinewith
-your right hand onthe rear handle
--_-_whanmaking bucking cuts. Stand
slightlyto the leftside ofthe saw to
keep your body from being ina direct
linewith the cuttingchain.
Stand with your weight evenly bal-
armed on'both feet.
Do notoverreach.You couldbe drawn
orthrown offbalance and losecontrol
Do not cut above shoulderheight. It is
difficultto maintain control of saw
above shoulderheight.
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
WARNING: The followingfeatures are
Includedon yoursaw to help reduce
hazard of kickback;however, suchfea-
tureswill nottotallyeliminatethis dan-
ger. Do not rely onlyon safety devices.
Handguard: designedto reduce the
chance of your lefthand contacting
the chain if your hand slips offthe
front handlebar.
Positionof front and rear handlebars:
designed with distance between han-
dles and "in-line"with each other.The.
spread and "in-line"positionofthe
hands provided by this design work
together to give balance ano resis-
tance in controlllngthe pivotof the
saw back toward the operator if kick-
back occurs.
Reduosd-IOckbackGuide Bar: de-
signedwith a small radius tipwhich
reduces the size of the kickback dan-
gdarzone. This type bar has been
emonstrated to significantlyreduce
the number and seriousnessof kmck-
backswhen tested inaccordance with
ANSI B175.1.
_'_. SmellRadius
" _L% _'f_kTipGuideBar
Lerg.Radius I
TipGulde Bar I J
Low-Kidd_k Chain:has met kickback
performancerequirements,when tested
on a represe_ sampJeof chain
saws below3.8 cubicinch
displacementsLy:iliad in ANSI B175.1.
Low:KickbackChain
ContouredDepthGauge
_,_.,._ longat_:lGuardUnk
DeflectsKickback
ForceAndAllows
WoodToGradually
RideIntoCutter
SAFETY NOTICE; Exposureto
vibrations through prolonged use of
gasolinepowered hand toolscould
cause blondvessel or nerve damage in
the fingers, hands, and joints ofpeople
4
prone to clmuledlon dbgrdem or .
abnormal swalling.Prolonged use m
coldweather has been linkedto blood
vessel i_arnagein otherwise healthy
people. Ifsymptoms occur such as
numbness, pain, loss ofstrength,
change in aldn color ortexture, or loss
offee-lingin the fingem, honds, or joints,
discontinuethe use or_his to01and
seek medicalattention. An
anti-vibrationsystem does not
guarantee the avoidance ofthese
problems. Users who operate power
toolson a continual and regularbasis
mustclosely monitortheir physical .
condition and the condition of thistool.
CHAIN BRAKE If this saw isto be used
forcommercial logging, you must order
and installa chain brake to complywith
Federal OSHA Regulationsfor Com-
memial Logging.Conteot your Sears
Service Center or call 1-P-nn-'.800-235-5878.
SPARK ARRESTOR: Your saw is
equippedwith a temperature limiting
CARTON CONTENTS
mufflerand spark arresting screen
whl..chmasts the requirementsof
Cal,fom,a 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 tl]atmany Internal
combustioneng,nas be equipped witha
spa_karrestorscreen. If you operate a
chain saw in state or localewhere
such regulationsexist,you are.legally
responsibleformaintaining the
operatingcondition of these parts.
Failure to do so isa violationof the law.
Refer to Customer Responsibilities
chart inthe MAINTENANCEsection.
STANDARDS: This chain saw is listed
by Underwdtam Laboratories,Inc. in
accordance with American National
Standards forGesoline-Powemd Chain
Saws Safety Requirements (ANSi
B175.1-1991).
Check cartoncontents againstthe fol-
lowinglist.
Model 358.350060
Chain Saw (fully assembled)
Bar tool
Gloves
Gas Can
Bar & Chain Lube
2-cycle engine oil
Chain
: Carrying Case
Examine partsfor damage. Do not
usedamagedparts.
If you nsed_essistanceor findthat
parts are missingor damaged, please
call 1-800-235-5878.
NOTE: It is normalto hear the fuel filter
rattle inan emptyfuel tank.
Yourunit hasbeen factorytested and
the carburetorpreciselyadjusted. As e
resultyou may smell gasoline orfinda
dropof oil/fuelresidueon the muffler
when you unpackthe unit.
ASSEMBLY
Your saw isfully assembled;no
assembly is necessary.
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KNOW YOUR SAW
READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULE8 BEFORE OPERAT-
ING YOUR CHAIN SAW. Compare the Illustrationswith yourunitto famllladze
yourselfwith the locationofthe vadous controlsand adjustments.Save thls
manual for future reference.
Bar Tool FrontHandle
Starter Rope
ON/STOP
[RRFTSMRN"
Pdmer
Bulb
Bar OII RII Cap Housing
CylinderCover
Fast IdleI
Adjusting
Screw
Fuel Mix FillCap
Chain
Direction
of Travel
Throtlfe Choke Bar Clamp Nuts Gu)ds Bar
Tdgger Knob Barclamp Chain
Catcher
ON/STOP SWITCH
The ON/STOP Switch Isused to stop
the engine.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
-Jhe throttle triggercontrolsengine
speed.
THROTTLE LOCKOUT
The throttlelockoutmust be pressed
before you can squeeze the throttletdg-
ger.This feature prevents you from ac-
cidentallysqueezing the trigger.
FAST IDLE LOCK
The fast Idle lock holds the thmttierig-
ger inthe starting position.Activatethe
fast idlelock by pressing thethrottle
lockoutand squeezing the throttle trig-
ger,With the throttlerigger squeezed,
=pressthe fast idle lock. Release the
=l i .,,
throttlelockoutand triggerwhile holding
the fast idlelock button.
CHOKE KNOB
The Choke Knobactivates the choketo
provideadditionalfuel to the engine
dudng coldstarting.
PRIMER BULB
The Primer Bulbcirculatesfuel to the
carburetortoprovidequickerstarting.
CHAIN TENSION
ItIs normalfora new chain tostretch
dudngfirst30 minutes of operation.You
shouldcheckyour chaintensionfre-
quentiy.See Chain Tensionunder the
Service and Adjustmentssection.
6
BEFORESTARTINGENGINE
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel
handlingInformaUon In the safety rules
section ofthis manual beforeyou begin.
If you do not understandthe fuel hen-
dlinginformationdo not attempt to fuel
your unit. Seek help fn2msomeone that
does understandthe in-formationorcall
the customer assistance help lineat
1.800-235-5878.
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL
The chainoilerprov]deecontinuouslu-
bricatlonto the chain and guide bar. Be
sureto fillthe bar oil tank when youfill
the fuel tank (Capacity = 6.8 ft. oz.).
For maximum guide bar and chain life,
we recommend you use Craftsman
chainsaw bar oil. If Craftsman bar oil Is
notavailable, you may use a good
grade SAE 30 oiluntllyou are able to
obtainCraftsman brand. The oiloutput
isautomatically metered duringopera-
tion. Yoursaw will use approximately
one tank ofbar odfor every tank offuel
mix. Always fillthe bar oiltank when
you fillthefuel tank.
FUELING ENGINE
This engine iscertified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good
quality2-cycle alr-coolnd engine oil.We
recommend Craftsman brand oil. Mix
gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1 (A
40:1 ratio isobtained by mixing 3.2
ounces ofoli with I gallon of unleaded
gasoline). DO NOTUSE automotiveoil
or boat oil.These oilswill cause engine
damage. When mixing fuel followthe
instructionsprinted on the container.
Once oll isadded to the gasoline,
shake containermomentarily to assure
that the-fuelisthoroughlymlxnd.
Always reed and followthe safety rules
reletlngtofuel before rOelidg your unit.
linesand carburetorare empty.Use fresh
fuelnextseason.See STORAGEinstruc-
tionsfor addltlonaJInlom'_dion.
Never use engine or carburetorcleaner
productsin the fuel tank or permanent
damage mayoccur.
See the STORAGEsectionfor additional
information.
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
MoveOn/Stopswitchto S'I'OR
If engine does notstop, pullchoke
knob outfully.
STARTING YOUR ENGINE
COLD ENGINE OR WARM ENGINE
AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
Fuel enginewith 40:1 fuel mix.
Fillbar oiltank with bar oil..
Prime engine by pressingpnmar bulb
six times.
Move On/Stop switchto ON.
PdmerBulb
On/Stop___
SNtdl
_'_b/"_'! Choke Positions
I
Actuate chokeby pullingchoke knob
fullyout.
Set saw on the ground.Gripfront
handlewith your lefthand and place
rightfoot throughrear handle.
StarterRope Handle
Left Hand
on Front
Handle
IMPORTANT
Experienceindicatesthatalcohd blended
fuels(calledgasoholoruslngethanolor
methanol)canattractmoisturewhich
leadstoseparationand fomw_
..,da._ tba fuel _ of an engins
while Instorage.
Toavoideeglne problems, tha fualsys-
tem shouldbe emptiedbeforestoragefor
30da_ orlonger.Drainthe gastank,
starttha engineand let itmn untgtha fuel
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FootThroughRearHandle
Set fastidle by depressingthe throttle
lockwith your righthand. Then,
squeeze and holdthrottle trigger.With
dour thumb,press the fast idle lock
own and hold. Next, release the
thmtUetrigger.
DONOT squeeze throttle triggerdur-
ingstarting;otherwise, itwillbe nec-
essary to reset the fast Idle lock.
NOTE:Whenpullingthestarterrope,
donotusethefullextentoftherope.
Donotletstarter rope snap beck. Hold
handle. Let rope rewind slowly.
Pullstarter rope handle firmlyand
quicklywith your dght hand untilthe
engine attempts to start,but no more
than5 pulis.Then, push in choke
knobtothe Full Positiorr :Resume
pullinghandle untilengine starts.
Above 400F, allowengine to runfor
approximately 5 seconds. P_h the
choke knob In to the OFFposition;
then squeeze and release throttle trig-
ger to allowengineto idle.
Below40•F, allow engineto warm up
for 30 seconds to I minute with choke
ASt partialposition. P.ushchoke knob in
pproximatb_ 1/2 outthen squeeze and
release throttletrlggerto allowengine
to idle.
Tostop engine, move On/Stop switch
to the STOPposition.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE
DONOT use the choke to start a warm
engine or floodingand hard starting
may occur.
Move On/Stop switch to ON.
Set fast Idle lock.
Be sure choke isin the OFF position.
" With saw onground, gnpfront handle
with left hand and place your rightfoot
through rear handle.
Pullstarter rope haqdle untilengine
starts.
Squeeze and release throttletrigger
to returnengine to idlespeed.
DIFFICULT STARTING OR
STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE
The engine may be floodedif it hasnot
started after 10 pulls.Rooded engines
can be cleared of excess fuel withthe
--.Jollowing procedure:
Engage the fast Idle lock.
Verifythat the On/Stop switchisin the
ON position.
Push chokeknob to the OFF position.
With saw on ground, gap fronthandle
with left hand and place rightfoot
through rear handle.
Pull starterrope handle untilengine
starts.
Startingcould require manypuPsde-
pending on how badlythe unitis
flooded. If engine stillfails to start, re-
_fer tothe TROUBLESHOOTINGchartor
call 1-800-235-5878.
OPERATING TIPS
Check chain tensionbefore firstuse
and after J minute of operation.See
Chain Tensionin the Maintenance
section.
Cut wood only.Do not cutmetal, plas-
tics, masonry,non-woodbuildingma-
tadals, etc..
, Stopthe saw ifthe chain strikes a for-
algn object.Inspectthe saw and re-
pairparts as necessary.
Keep the chain out of dirtand send.
Even a small amount ofdirt will quick-
lydulla chainand Increase the possi-
bilityof kickback.
Practice cutting a few small logs using
the followingsteps. This will helpyou
get the "feel"of usingyoursaw before
you begin a major sewing operation.
Squeeze the throttletrigger and ak
lowthe engine to reach fullspeed
beforecuffing.
Begincuttingwiththe sawframe
againstthe log.
Keep the engineat full speedthe
entiretime you are cutting.
Allowthe chainto cutforyou. Exert
onlylightdownward pressure.
Release'the throttlerigger as soon
asthe cut iscompleted, allowingthe
engineto idle.If you runthe saw at
fullthrottlewithouta cuttingload,
unnecessarywear can occur. .
Toavoidlosingcontrolwhen cut is
complete, do notput pressureon
saw at end of cuL
Stopenginebeforesettingsaw down.
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES
WARNING: Check forbroken or dead
brancheswhichcan fallwhile cutting
causing sedous injury.Do not outnear
buildingsorelectdcelwires ifyou do not
knowthe directionof tree fall, norcut at
nightsince you will notbe ableto see
well, norduringbad weather suchas
rain,snow,or strongwinds, etc.
Carefullyplanyour sawing operation
In advance
Clear the workarea You need a clear
area allaround the tree so you can
have securefooting
Studythe naturalcondftlonsthat can
cause the tree to fall in.a particular
direction.These conditions include:
The wind directionand speed.
The lean ofthe tree. The loan ofa
tree mightnotbe apparentdue to
uneven or slopingterrain. Use a
8
plumbor leveltodeterminethedi- Thishingewillhelppreventthetree
rectionoftreelean. fromfallinginthewrongdirection.
Weightand branches on one side. '_._._ Hingeholdstreeon
Surroundingtrees and obstacles. _\'_'% stumpandhelps
Lookfor decay and rot. If the trunk is .aL'__'_'_control fall
rotted,itcan snap and fall toward the f _._\_._,_, Openingot
operator. Bib _,_ _ fellingcut
Make sure there is eneugh morn-for
personor other objects. Engine noise
can drown outa warning call. NOTE: Before fellingcut is complete,
Remove dirt,stones, loose bark, use weages to open me cut when
nails, staples,and wire fromthe tree necessary to controlthe directionof fall.
where cuts are to be made. Toavoid kickbackand chain damage,
_>_ use woodor plestlowedges, but never
Plane clearretreatpath steel orironWedges.
Be alertto s,gnsthat the tree is ready
-- -(*'_..,_lk- DirectionofFall to fall:crackingsounds,wideningof
the fellingcut, or movement in the up-
. V per branches.
_ As tree startsto fall, stopsew, put it
down, and get away quicklyonyour
FELLING LARGE TREES
(6 inches in diameter or larger)
The notchmethod is used to fell large
trees. A notchis cuton the side ofthe
tree in the desired directionof fall. After
a fellingcut is made on the opposite
side of tree, the tree willtend to fall in
the directionof the notch.
NOTE: If tree has large buttressroots,
removethem before makingthe notch.
NOTCH CUT AND FELLING TREE
Make notchcut by cuffingthe top of
the notch timt. Cut through 1/3 of the
diameter ofthe tree. Next complete
the notch by cuffingthe bottom.See
illustration.Once the notchiscut, re-
movethe wedge ofwood fromtree.
planned retreatpath.
Be extremely cautious with partially
fallentrees that may be poorlysup-
ported.When a tree doesn'tfall com-
pletely,set the saw aside and pull
downthe tr_e witha cable winch,
blockand tackle, ortractor.Do not
use yoursaw to cutdown a partially
fallentree.
cu'n'ING A FALLEN TREE
BBUCKING)
ucklngistheterm used forcutting a
fallentree to the desiredlog size.
WARNING: Do not stand onthe log
beingcuL Any portioncan rollcausing
lossoffooting and control.Do not stand
downhillofthe log beingcut.
IMPORTANT POINTS
fellingout onthe opposite side of the
notch.This is done by making a out
abouttwo inches higher thanthe cen-
ter of the notch.This willleave
'ene_gh uncutwood between the fell-
ing cut a_d the notchto forma hinge.
intoa dear area beforecuttingthem.
BUCKING TECHNIQUES
WARNING: If saw becomes pinched
or hungin a log, don1tryto force itout.
You can lose controlofthe saw result-
ing in injury and/or damage to the saw.
Stopthe saw, drive a wedge of plastic
Q
Alter removing thewood, make the
t Rnalcuthere Cut onlyone log at a time.
First,cut | r { / :. Cut shattered wood very carefully;
Use a sawhorseto cut smalllogs.
Nctch....,=_ ._._._:.:I ..." tow.operator.
Never allowanother personto hold
_ I \ _" the logwhilecuttingand never hold
Second_ J._._-,_ Hinge the logwith your leg or foot.
Donotcut in an area wherelogs,
limbs,and rootsaretangled.Drag logs
orwoodintothe cut untilthe saw canbe Usinga log
easily.Restartsaw andcarefully for_mppo_
reenterthe cut. Do not usaa metal
wedgs.Donotattempttorsmrt your
saw when itis pinchedor hungIna log.
Use s wedge to remove pinchedsaw
Tum SawOFF and uses pl8_o or
wooden wedge toforce cutopen.
Ovemuttlng begins on the top sideof
the logwiththe bottom ofthe saw
against the log. When overcuttinguse
lightdownward pressure.
Overcuffing Undercutting
Undercutting Involves.cuttingonthe
undersideof the log withtop of saw
-tgainstthe log. When undercuttinguse
Ight upward pressure. Hold saw firmly
;nd maintaincontrol. The saw willtend
o push back toward you.
WARNING: Never turnsaw upside
|own to undercut.The saw cannot be
,'ontroiledin this position.
£. u _
cut"-...
BUCKING USING A LOG OR
SUPPORT STAND
Remember yourfirstcut isalways on
the compression.sideofthe log. (Re-
fer to the Illustration belowfor your
firstand second cut).
Yourfirstcut shouldextend 1/3ofthe
diameter of the log.
Finishwith yoursecond cut.
Using/_ ndcut
_1 _ Cut
_.lways make your first cutonthe
',ompresslonside of the log.
Firstcuton compression side of log
Secondcut
-
Firstcutoncompressionsideoflog
BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
, Overcut through 1/3of the diameter of
the log.
Roll the logover and finishwitha sao-
ond ovemut.
, Watch for logswith a oompreslon
side. See illustrationabove for cutting
__._!ogswith a compression side.
2ndCut
UMBING AND PRUNING
WARNING: Never climb Intoa tree to
limbor prune. Do notstand on ladders,
platforms,a log,or in any position
whichcan cause you to lose your bal-
ance or control of the saw.
IMPORTANT POINTS
Watch outforspflngpolss.
Spdngpoissare small size limbs
whichcanwhip towardyou, or pull
you off balance. Use extreme caution
when cuttingsmallsize limbs.
Be alert forspdngbeck.Watch outfor
branchesthat are bent or under pres-
sure. Avoidbeingstruck by the
branchor the saw when the tension in
the wood fibers is released.
Frequentlyclear branches outof the
way to avoidtdppingoverthem.
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LIMBING branchesarehigherthanyourshoul-
Limbatreeonlyafteritiscutdown. def.Getaprofessionaltodothejob.
Leavethe larger limbsundemsath the Make your firstcut 1/3ofthe way
felled tree to supportthe tree as you through the bottomof the limb.
work.
Start at the base ofthe felled tree and
worktoward thetop, cuttingbranches
and limbs.Remove _'nail limbs-with
one cut.
Keep thetree between you and the
chain.
Remove larger,supportingbranches
with the 1/3,2/3 cutting techniquesde-
ecdbsd in the buckingsection.
Always use an overcutto cut small.
and freely hanginglimbs. Undercut
tingcould cause limbstOfall and
pinchthe saw.
PRUNING
WARNING: Limit pruningto limbs
shoulder heightor below. Do notcut if
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Next make a secondcutall the way
through the limb.
Finishthe pruningoperationby using
an overcuLsothat the stump of the
limbprotrudes1 to 2 Inchesfrom the
trunkof thetree.
Secondcut
0utl ,2in._nkofb'es
Fillin dates as you complete
regular service
Check fordamaged/worn parts
Check for loosefasteners/pads
Check chain tension
Check chain sharpness
Check guide bar
Clean unit& labels
Clean airfilter
Clean/inspectspark arrestor
screen & Inspectmuffler
Replace spark plug
Before Ariel Ever_ Every Ysady
Use Use 5hra 25hrs
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service
Dates
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty onthis unitdoes notcov-
er Itemsthat have been subjected to
operatorabuse or negligence. To re-
calvefull value fromthe warranty,the
operator must maintain unitas instruct-
ed in this manual. Vadous adjustments
willneed to be made pedodlcally to
properlymaintainyour unit.
Once a year, replace the spark plug,
air filterelement, and ch_k guide bar
and chain forwear. A new spark plug
aml-eJrfilter element assures proper
air-fuel.mixture end helps yourengine
run better and last longer.
WARNING: Disconnectthe spark plug
beforeperformingmaintenanceexcept
forcarburetoradjustments.
LUBRICATION
1 _, recap _"1!
s ;o t 2 e,,o, ",1I
1 U__
2 Use Gm_smanchainsaw bar oil
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Replacement ofdemaged/wom parts
shouldbe referred to your Sears Set-
vice Center,
NOTE: It Is normalfor a small amount
ofoHtoappear under the saw after en-
AdjustingScrew- 1/4Turn
Liftup tip ofguide berto check for
sag, Release tipof gulde bar,then
turn adjusting screw 1/4 turn clock-
iginastops. Do notconfuse this with a wise. Repeat.untilsag does not exist.
eaklngoiltank. _ :.... While liftingtip of.guidebar, tighten
On/Stop Switch- Ensure On/Stop bar clamp nutswith thebartool__
switch.funotionsproperly by.moving Torqueto 10-15 ft-lbs.
the swdch to the "Stop" position. ./'_J Bar
Make sureengine stops; then rested ,Y_ Clamp
engine and continue. . |_. Nuts
Fuel Tank- Do not use saw it fuel
tank shows signs of damag.eor leaks.
OilTank - Do not use saw ,foil tank
showssignsof damage or leaks. Use the screwdriverend ofthe bar
CHECKFOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
Bar Clamp Nut
Chain
Muffler
CylinderShield
AirFilter
ClutchDrundSprocket
Handle Screws
VibrationMounts
Starter Housing
Handguard
CHECKCHAINTENSION
Use the screwdriver end ofthe bar
toolto move chain around guidebar
to ensure kinksdo notexist. The
chainshould rotate freely.
toolto movechain aroundguide bar.
If chain does not rotate,it istootight.
Slightlyloosenbar clamp nutsand
turn adjustingscrew 1/4 tum counter-
clookwisa.Retightenbar clamp nuts.
If chain istoo loose,itwill sag below
the guidebar. DO NOT operate the
saw ifthe chain is loose.
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS
A sharpchainmakes woodchips. A
dullchainmakes a sawdustpowder
and cuts slowly.
CHAINSHARPENING
Chain sharpeningrequiresspecial
tools. Youcan purchasesharpening
toolsat Searsor goto a professional
chainsharpener.
___m____m _ CHECK GUIDE BAR
Conditionswhich requireguide bar
maintenance:
Saw cutsto one side or at an angle
Sew hasto be forcedthroughthe cut.
inadequate supply of oil tobar/chain.
Check the condition ofguide bar each
Bar'rool time chain Is sharpened. A wom guide
-'l_rClamp Nuts
Loosenbar clamp nuts untilthey are
fingertight against the bar clamp.
Turnadjustingscrew clockwise until
chainbarely touches the bottomof
guidebar.
bar will damage the chain and make
cuttingdifficult.Tomaintain guide bar:.
Move On/Stop switchto "Stop."
Remove bar and chain from saw.
Clean ellsawdust and any other
debdsfrom the guidebar grooveand
'_ Adjusting / / sprockethotsafter each use.Remove SawdustFrom lJ _.,,
GuideBarQroot__
V" sp=k.t.ol.
Using bartool,loft chainaroundguide
., .__...barto ensurealllinksare in bargroove.
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Addlubricanttosprocketholeafter
eachuse.
Burringof guide bar railsis a normal
processof railwear. Remove these
burrswith a flat file.
When rail top isuneven, use a flat file
to restoresquare edges and sldss.
TU T RioEdgesand _._
sidesSquare
WornGroove CorrectGroove
Replace guide bar when the groove is
wom, the guide bar isbent or cracked,
orwhen excess heating or bur._g of
the ragsoccurs.If replacement zsnso-
essmy, use onlythe guide bar spedffed
foryour saw inthe repair parts hstor on
the decal locatedon the chain saw.
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTOR SCREEN
As the unitis used, carbondeposits
build up onthe mufflerand spark
arrestorscreen, and must be removed
to avoidcreating a fire hazard or affect-
ing engine performance.
Replace the spark arrestorscreen if
breaks occur.
MufflerDiffuser
s_
Arrestor
Muffler
Cover
Screws
CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
Clean the unitusinga damp clothwith
a milddetergenL
Wipe off unitwith e clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirtyair filterdecreases the lifeand
performanceofthe engine and in-
creases fuel consumptionand harmful
emissions.Always clean your air filter
after 15 tanksof fuel or 5 hoursof op
eration,whichever comes firsLClean
more fro_.uentlyin dusty conditions.A
usedair bitercan never be completely
cleaned. It isadvisable to replace your
airfilterwith a new one after every 50
hoursof operation,or annually,which-
ever comes firsLTo clean filter:.
Muffler
Body MufflerCover
CLEANING THE SPARK
ARRESTOR SCREEN
Cleaning is r.equired every 25 hours of
operation or annually, whichever comes
first.
Loosen and remove the 2 muffler cov-
er screws.
Remove the mufflercover (cover
snaps offmufflerbody).
Remove mufflerdiffuserand spark
arrestorscreen assembly.Noticethe
Loosen3 screws on cylindercover, orientationofthese partsfor reassem-
Removecylindercover, bling.
Removeairfilter. Cleanthesparkarrestorscreenwitha
Clean the air filter using hotsoapy
water. Rinsewith clean cool water.
Air drycompletelybefore reinstalling.
Lightlyoil airfilter before installingto
improvethe efficiencyofair filter.Use
2-cycle engine oilor-motoroil (SAE
30). Squeeze excess oilfromfilter.
Reinstallairfilter.
Reinstallcylindercover and 3 screws
(15-20 [n-lbs.).
CylinderCover
AirRlter Screws
wire brush. Replace screen ifbreaks
are found.
Replace any brokenor cracked muf-
fler parts.
Reinstalldiffuserand spark arrestor
screenassembly withroundholes
facingup.
Reinstallmufflercover and 2 screws
(7-e ft-_).
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
The sparkplugshould be replaced
each year to ensure the engine starts
easier and runs better. Ignitiontiming is
fixedand nonadjustable.
Loosen3 screws on cylindercover.
Remove the cylinder cover.
Pulloffthe spark plugbeoL
Remove spark plug fromcylinderand
Replacewith Champion RCJTY spark
plugand tlghten.lv_htha 3/4 Inchsocket
wrench (10-12 ft Ibe). Spark pluggap
shouldbe .025 in.
; Reinstallthe spark plug boot.
Reinstallthe cylinder cover and 3
screws (15-20 in-lbs).
Plug
C_indar
Cover
CHAIN REPLACEMENT
CAUTION:Wear protective gh_vas
when handlingchain. The chain is
sharp and can cut you even when it is
not moving.
it is normalfora new chainto strstchdur-
Ingthe first15 minutesof opera_n. You
shouldrecheck yourchaintensionfre-
quantlyand adjust the chaintensionas
required.SeeChain Tensionsection.
Move On/Stop switch to the Stop
position.
Replace the old chain when itbe-
comes worn or damaged.
Use only the Low-Kickback replace-
ment chain specified in the repair
partslist. The correct replacementbar
and chain is alsospecified ona decal
located on the chain saw.
See your Sears Sewice Center to re-
place and sharpen individualcutters
on yourchain.
Remove bar clamp nuts.
Remove bar clamp.
Remove the old chain.
Bar
Clamp
Cutters Dep_ Gauge
DriveLinks
Placechain over and behindclutch.
Fitbottomof ddve linksbetween teeth
in sprocketnose.
Fitchaindrive links intobar groove.
Pullguide bar forwarduntilchain is
snug in guide bar groove..
Now, install bar clamp making sure
the adjustin_pin Ispos,tlonedin the
lowerhole in theguide bar.
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Hole
Adjusting Guide Bar
Pin
Installbar clamp nuts and fingertight-
en only.Do nottightenany furtherat
this polnL
Bar
Clamp Nuts
Turn adjustingsorew by hand courP
terdockwise untiladjusting pinjust
touches the stop.
Slide guidebar behind clutchdrum
untilguide bar stops against clutch
drum sprocket.
Carefully remove new chainfrom
package. Hold chainwith the drive
--=linksas shown.
Bar Clamp Nuts
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
See "ChainTension"in Maintenance
section.
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CLEAN FUEL FILTER
Tocleanfuelfilter,drainyourunitby
runningdryoffuel,removefuelcap/re-
tainerassemblyfromtank.Pulltilter
fromtankandremovefromllne.Clean
withmilddetergentand rinse. Dry thor-
oughly,reassemble. _ _.....
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
WARNING: The chain will be moving
Start motor,let it runfor 3 minutes,and
proceed to.the adjustmentsection. If
engine does notstart, referto trouble-
shootingchartor call 1-800-235-5878.
if engine performanceis acceptable at
the pmsst positionsand them isno
chain movement at idle,no furtherad-
justrnantisnecessary.
ADJUSTING PROCEDURE
dudngmost.ofthle procedure. Wear Idle Speed-T
yourprated.ire equipment and observe Allow engineto idle.Adjustspeed until
all safety precautions.Duringthe low engine runs withoutchain movement or
speed mixture adjustment recheck idle stalling.
speed after each tum of the screw, The Turnclockwiseto incmasa engine
chainmust not move at Idlespeed, speed if enginestallsor dies.
Carburetoradjustment isodticaland if Tum counterclockwiseto decrease
done impmpedy can permanently dam-
age the engineas well as the carbure-
tor.Ifyou requirefurtherassistance or
are unsureaboutperformingthis proce-
dure, call our customer assistancehelp
line at 1-800-235-5878.
Old fue!,a dirtyairfilter,dirtyfuel filter,
or floodingmay give the impressionof
an improperlyadjusted carburetor.
Check these conditionsbefore adjust-
ingthe carburetor.
The carburetorhas been carefully setat
the factory.Adjustments maybe neces-
cary if you not[caany of the following
conditions:
Chain moves at Idle. See "Idle Speed"
underadjustingprocedure.
Sawwillnotidle.See "IdleSpeed"
and"LowSpeedMixture'underad-
lustingprocadum,
Enginedies or hesitates when it
shouldaccalerate. See "Acceleration
Check"under adjusting procedure.
Lossof cuttingpower. See "High
Speed Mixture H"under adjusting
procedure.
There are three adjus_tmantscrews on
the carburetor. They are labeled H, L,
and T. They are located in the area just
above the pdmer bulb.
CARBURETOR PRESETS
When makingadjustments, do notforce
the plasticUmitercaps beyond the
stops or damage willoccur.
ifcarburetor presets am not needed,
proceed to "Idle Speed-T."
"rumboth mixture screws counter-
clockwiseuntilthey stop'.
,. Tu_rpthe idlespeed screw clockwise
u-_ilit stops. Now turn counterclock-
wise 4-,1/2fullturns.
speed.
No furtheradjustmentsam necessary if
chain does not moveat idlespeed and
ifperformanceis satisfactory.
Low Speed Mixture-L
Allowengineto idle.Then accelerate
the engine and note performance. If en-
gine hesitates,bogs down, orsmokes
dudng acceleration,turn mixturescrew
clockwisein 1/16-tumincrementsuntil
performanca.i_satisfactory.Repeat this
l)urocedureas neimssaryfor proper ad-
stmenL Aftercompletingadjustments,
check foraccelerationand chain move-
ment at idle. Reset ifnecessary.
High Speed Mlxture.-H
DO NOT operate engineat fullthrottle
for prolongedpedodswhile making ad-
justments. Damage to the enginecan
occur.Make a test cuL Basedon per-
formance ofthe saw while cutUng,ad-
justthe high speed mixture setting in
I/I 6-turnincrementsas follows:
Qockwisaunl]1saw has goodpowerin
the cutwithnohesitallon.Do notadjust
by scund orspesd,butjudgebyhow
wellthe saw peflorms.,Inthe cut.
Counterclockwiseif the saw has
speed, but dies In the cut orlacks
power inthe cut.
Aftercompletingadjustments,checkfor
accelerationand chain movement at
idle. Reset if necessary.
Acceleration Check
Ifthe enginedies or hesitatesinsteadof
ec_lerstlng,tumthelowspeedmixt.m
a_ustmant counterdockwiseuntilyou
have smoothacceismtlonwithnochain
movementat idle. Recheckand adjustas
necessaryforacceptableperformance.
Prepareyourunitforstorageattheend
oftheseasonorifitwillnotbeusedfor
30daysormore.
WARNING:
i Allowthe engine to cool, and secure
the unitbefore stodngor transporting.
Store chainsaw and fual ina well
ventilatedareawherefuelvapors
cannotreachsparksoropenflames
fromwaterheaters,electricmotorsor
switches,fumaces,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.
EXTERNAL SURFACES
If yourchain saw is to be stored fora
period of time, clean it thoroughlybe-
fore storage. Store In a clean dry area.
Lightlyollexternal metal surfacesand
guide bar.
Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy pa-
per or cloth.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under Fueling Engine in the Operating
Section of this manual, see message
labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use
of gasohol in your chain saw.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable altema-
I
tive in minimizing the formation of fuel
.g.umdeposits du.dng.storage. Add stabi-
hzer to the gasolzne ,n the fuel tank or
fuel storage container. Follow the mix
instructions found on stabilizer contain-
era. Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabilizer.
CRAFTSMAN 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil
(aircooled)isespedallyblendedwith
fuelstabilizer.If youdo notusethis
Searsoil,youcanadd afuelstabilizer
to your fuel tank.
ENGINE
Remove spark plugand pour 1tea-
spoon of 40.1, 2-cycle engine oil(air
cooled)throughthe spark plugopen-
ing. Slowlypullthe starter rope 8 to
10 timesto distributeo11.
Replace spark plugwith new one of
recommendedtype and heat range.
Clean airfilter•
Check entireunitfor loosescrews,
nuts,and bolts.Replace any dam-
aged, broke0,or wom pads.
At the beginningof the nextseason,
use onlyfreshfuel havingthe proper
gasolinetooil ratio•
OTHER
Do not storegasolinefrom one sea-
son to another.
Replace yourgasolinecenif itstarts
torust.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Enginewillnot
startorwillrun
onlyafew
secondsafter
starting.
Enginewillnot
idlepmpedy.
Enginewillnot
accelerate,
lackspower,
ordiesunder
aload.
Engine smokes
excessively.
Engine runs
hoL
Oil inadequate
for bar and
chain
lubdoafion.
Ignitionswitchoff.
Engine flooded.
Fael tank empty.
Spark plug notfidng.
Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
Carburetor r quires
adjustmanL
None of the above.
Idlespeed set too high
or too low,
Low Speed Mixture
requiresadjustment.
Crankshaftsealswom.
.. Compressionlow.
Noneoftheabove.
: Air filter dirty.
Spark plugfouled.
Carburetor requires
adjustment.
Exhaust portsor muf-
fler outlets plugged.
Compression low.
None of the above.
: Choke partiallyon.
Fuel mixtureIncorrect.
Air filterdirty,
High Speed Mixture
requiresadjustment.
Crankcase leak.
Fuel mixtureincorrect.
Spark plugIncorrect.
High Speed Mixture
set too lean.
Exhaust portsor muf-
tier outletsplugged.
Carbon build-upon
muffler outletscreen.
Fan housing/cylinder
fins dirty.
None ofthe above.
Oil tank empty.
Oil pump oroil filter
doggGed.
Gui_d_ebar oil hole
blockpd.
Move Ignitionswitch to ON.
See "StartingInstructions."
Ril tank with correctfuel mixture.
Installnew spark plug.
Check for dirtyfuel filter;,replace.
Check for kinkedor splitfuel line;
repair orreplace.
See "CarburetorAdjustments."
ContactSearsService.
See "CarburetorAdjustments."
See "CarburetorAdjustments."
Contact Sears Service.
Contact Sears Service.
Contact Sears Service.
Clean or r place airfilter.
Clean or replace plug
and regal).
See "CarburetorAdjustments."
Contact Sears Service.
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Contact Sears Service.
Contact Sears Service.
Adjustchoke.
Emptyfuel tank and refillwith
correct fuel mixture.
Clean or replace airfilter.
See "CarburetorAdjustments."
Contact Sears Service.
See "FuelingYour Unit."
Replace withcorrectplug.
See'Carburetor Adjustments."
Contact Sears Service
Clean spark arrestorscreen.
Clean area.
ContactSears Service.
Ril oiltank.
ContactSears Service.
Remove bar and clean.
q"t
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART- Continued
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEOY
Chain moves * idle speed requires See "CarburotorAdjustments."
B
at Idlespeed, adjustmanL
J"Clutch requiresrepair. Contact Sears Service.
See "ChainTension."Chain does
Jnot move
_when engine
is accelerated.
Chain clatters
or cutsroughly
Chain tensiontoo
_ght: ..... - " "
;, Carburetor requires
adjustment.
Guide bar roils
pinched.
Clutchslipping.
Chain tensionincorrect.
Cuttersdamaged.
Chain worn.
°'Cutters dull,improperly
sharpened, or depth
gauges too high.
Sprocketworn.
Chain installed
backwards.
Chain stops Chain cuttertops not
withinthe cut. filedflat.
Guide bar burred or
bent; rails uneven.
Clutch slipping
Chain cuts at Cutters damaged on
an angle, one side.
Chain dullon one side.
Guide bar bent or wom.
See "CarburetorAdjustments."
Repair or replace.
Contact Sears Service.
See "ChainTension."
Contact Sears Service.
Rssharpen or replace chain.
See "SharpeningChain."
ContactSears Service.
Installchain in dghtdirection.
See "Sharpening Chain."
Repairor replace guide bar.
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ContactSears Service.
See "SharpeningChain."
See "SharpeningChain."
Replace guidebar.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good
Judgement. If you need assistance, contact Sears Service or the CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE HELPLINE at 1-800-235-5878.
U. S. EPA/CAMFORNIA maintenance of your lawn and garden
equipmentengine.
EMISSION CONTROL Your emission control system includes
WARRANTY STATEMENT partssuchasthecarburetorandtheigni-
tionsystem.
Where a warrantable condition exits,
Y_OUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND SEARS willropairyour lawnand garden
OBLIGATIONS equipmentengine at no costto you. Ex-
penses covered under warranty include
The U. S. Environmental Protection diagnosis,part.sandlabor.
Agency/Cailfomia Air Resources Board
and SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., USA MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY
are pleased to explain the emissions COVERAGE--
controlsystem warranty on your lawn If.anyemissionsrelated Pad onyour an-
and garden equ,pment engine. All new gme (as listed under Emissions Control
utilityand lawn and garden equipment Warranty PartsList) Isdefectiveor a de-
eng,nes must be designed, built, and fect in the materials or workmanshipof
equipped to meet the stringent anti- the en_ine causes the failure of such an
smog standards. SEARS must warrant emissionmlatsd part, the partwillbe re-
theemisaioncontmlsyetemonyourlawn paired or replaced by SEARS.
andgarden equipmentengineforthe pe- OWNER'SWARRANTY RESPON-
dods of time listed below providedthere SIBILITIES - -
' -hasbeen noabuse, neglect,orimproper As the lawn and garden equipment en-
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gineowner,youare responsibleforthe shailbewarrant.ed.for thepedod
performance of the required mainte- oftime uptothe firstscheduledreplace-
nonce listed in your Owner's Manual. ment paint forthat pair.
SEARS recommends that you retain all DIAGNOSIS - -
receipts covedng maintenance on your
lawnend garden equipment engine, but The ownershallnotbe chargedfordiag-
SEARS cannot deny warranty solelyfor nostic labor which leads to the deter-
the lack of receipts or4oryour failure to minalion that a warranted part
ensure the performance of'allscheduled isdefective ifthe diagnosticwork ispep
formed at an approvedSEARS servicing
maintenance.
As the lawn and garden equipment en* canter.
gine owner, you should be aware that CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES - -
_;EARS may deny you warranty coveP SEARS maybe liablefordamagestoorb-
age.if your lawn and garden equiL_nent erenginecomponentscausedbythefail-
engine or a part of R-has failed_due to ureof awarranted partstillunderwar-
sl:_se, neglect, Improper maintenance,, renty.
unapprovedmodlflcauons, or me use ot
partsnotmadeorapprovedbytheodgl- WHATIS NOT COVERED--
naJequipment m..an.,ura_urer. Allfailurescaused by abuse, neglect, or
You are responsiblefor presenting your impropermaintenance am not covereo.
lawn and garden equipment engine to a ADD-ON OR MODIFIED PARTS --
SEARS authonzedrep_r canter asso.on The use of add-on or modifiedpads
as a problem exists, warranty rapture be grounds_or disaJlowinga warranty
should be completed in a reasonable claim.SEAR
amountof time, not te exceed 30 days. isnotliabletocoverfailuresofwarranted
Ifyou have eny questions reclardlngyour p_tscaused bythe useofadd-on or mo-
warranty'dghts and rospon_bilitiss,.you difleopans.
should contact your nearest aumonzeo
service center or call SEARS at HOW TOFILEACLAIM--
1-800--473-7247. Ifyouhave any questionsreqar.dingyour
warranty dghtsand responszo,ities,you
WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT shouldcontact your nearest authorized
DATE - -
The warranty pedod bs_linson the date service center or call SEARS at
tbe lawnend garden equipmentengineIs 1-800-473-7247.
WHERE TO GET WARRANTY
purchased.
LENGTH OF COVERAGE--
Thiswarranty shall be fora pedod oftwo
years fromthe initial date ol pumhsse.
WHAT IS COVERED - -
SERVICE --
Warrantyservicesorrep_m_l _.pr?-
vided at all SEARS at 1-8oo.-473-rz,_/
servicecenters,
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RE-
OF PARTS -- LATED PARTS --
Repair or rep_osment of an_/warranted Any SEARS ap.provedreplacement part
partwill be penormed at nocharge tome usedinthe peifo_ ofanyw.arren_
ow_el_ai an approved SEARS servicing maintenance or repmr on emission re
center. - - lated pads will be .p.rovldecl..without
Ifyouhave anyquestlons rega[dlngyour charge to the owner I! me pan m unoer
warranty dghtsand respons-lbil,tles,you warranty.
should contact your nearest autho_dzed EMISSION CONTROL WARRAN-
service center or call SEAR:5 at
1-800-473-7247. TY PARTS LIST -- i
WARRANTY PERIOD --
Any wan'anted part which is not I__,ed.
uledfor replacement as requsreormunw-
nance, orwhichis scheduledonly forreg-
ular inspectionto the effect of "_'e_lr or
replace as necessary" shall be war-
rantedfor 2 years. Any
W;irrd_tedpartwhich isscheduledfor re-
placement
1. Carburetor
2. IgnitionSystem
& Spaik Plug, covered .upto
maintenanceecheoule.
b, _itY_)n Meduis
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT --
The owne.r is resPOnsible for the perfor-
mance ol all required maintenance as
as required maintenance defined in the owner's manual.
to
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Craftsman 358.350060 Owner's manual

Category
Power chainsaws
Type
Owner's manual
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