Craftsman 358350202 Owner’s Manual

Instruction Manual

2.8 cu.in,/46cc 2-Cycle
GASOLINE CHAIN SAW

Model No.

358.350202 - 20 In. Bar

Safety

Assembly

Operation
Maintenance

Parts List

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®

WARNING:

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

1-800-235-5878

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

530163213 5/28/02

Warranty 2 Storage 19
Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Table 20
Assembly 6 Emissions Statement 21

Operation 7 Parts List 23

Maintenance 13 Spanish 26

Service and Adjustments 17 Parts & Ordering Back Cover

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® GAS CHAIN SAW
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Gas Chain Saw is

maintained, lubricated, and tuned-up according to the instruction manual, Sears

will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workmanship.
This warranty does not include the bar, chain, spark plug, and air filter, which are

expendable parts and become worn during normal use.

If this Gas Chain Saw is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty

applies for only 30 days from the date of purchase.
WARRANTY SERVICE ISAVAILABLE BY RETURNING THIS CHAIN SAW TO THE

NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

_lb WARNING: Always disconnect
spark plug wire when making repairs

except for carburetor adjustments. Be-
cause a chain saw is a high-speed

woodcutting tool, special precautions

must be observed to reduce risk of ac-
cidents. 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 the safety rules, precautions,

and operating instructions found in

this manual.

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• Wear protective gear. Always use

steel-toed safety footwear with non-
slip soles; snug4itting clothing;

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Eye

heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; eye pro-

tection 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. Regular 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 all parts of your body away

from the chain when the engine is

running.

• Keep children, bystanders, and ani-
mals at least 30 feet (10 meters) away

from work area when starting or using

saw.

• Do not handle or operate a chain saw

when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, 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 operating.

• Do not start cutting until you have a
clear work area, secure footing, and
especially if you are felling a tree, a

retreat path.

2

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

• DO not operate with one hand. Seri-

ous injury to the operator, helpers, or
bystanders may result from one-

handed operation. A chain saw is in-

tended 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 and chain proj-

ecting behind you; guide bar prefer-
ably covered with a scabbard.

• Do not operate a chain saw that is

damaged, improperly adjusted, or not
completely and securely assembled.

Always replace bar, chain, hand

guard, chain brake, or other parts im-
mediately if they become damaged,
broken, or are otherwise removed.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD

WORKING ORDER

• Have all chain saw service per-
formed by a qualified service dealer

except the items listed in the MAINTE-
NANCE section of this manual.

• Make certain the saw chain stops

moving when the throttle trigger is
released. For correction, refer to
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS.

• 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 repaired

or replaced by a Sears Service Center
unless otherwise indicated elsewhere

in the instruction 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.

• Turn the engine off and let saw cool

in a non-combustible area, not on
dry leaves, straw, paper, etc. Slowly

remove fuel cap and refuel unit.

• Store the unit and fuel in a cool, dry
well ventilated space where fuel va-

pors 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

QWARNING: Avoid kickback which
can result in serious injury. Kickback

is the backward, upward or sudden for-

ward 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 also result 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.

• Pull-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 happen.
With a basic understanding of kick-

back, you can reduce the element of
surprise which contributes to acci-

dents.

• Never let the moving chain contact

any object at the tip of the guide bar.

• Keep working area free from obstruc-
tions such as other trees, branches,

rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate
or avoid any obstruction that your

saw chain could hit while cutting.

• When cutting a branch, do not let the

guide bar contact another branch or
other objects around it.

• Keep saw chain sharp and properly
tensioned. A loose or dull chain can

increase the chance of kickback.
Follow manufacturer's chain sharp-

ening and maintenance instructions.
Check tension at regular intervals,
but never with engine running. Make
sure bar clamp 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 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 specified Reduced-Kickback
Guide Bar and Low Kickback Chain.

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 begin cutting with the engine
at ful/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

underside

Thumb on 'il

Elbow
locked

Never reversehand 3ositions

• 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
handlebar so it is in a straight line

withyourrighthandontherearhan-

dlewhenmakingbuckingcuts.
Standslightlytotheleftsideofthe
sawtokeepyourbodyfrombeingin
adirectlinewiththecuttingchain.

• Standwithyourweightevenlybal-
ancedonbothfeet.

• Donotoverreach.Youcouldbe
drawnorthrownoffbalanceandlose
control.

• Donotcutaboveshoulderheight.It
isdifficulttomaintaincontrolofsaw

aboveshoulderheight.

KICKBACKSAFETYFEATURES

aelI_WARNING:Thefollowingfea-
turesareincludedonyoursawtohelp

reducehazardofkickback;however,

suchfeatureswillnottotallyeliminate
thisdanger.Donotrelyonlyonsafety

devices.Followallsafetyrulestohelp
avoidkickbackandotherforceswhich

canresultinseriousinjury.

• FrontHandGuard:designedtore-
ducethechanceofyourlefthand
contactingthechainifyourhand
slipsoffthefronthandlebar.

• Positionoffrontandrearhandlebars,
designedwithdistancebetween

handlesand"in-line"witheachother.

Thespreadand"in-line"positionof
thehandsprovidedbythisdesign
worktogethertogivebalanceand

resistanceincontrollingthepivotof

thesawbacktowardtheoperatorif

kickbackoccurs.

• Reduced-KickbackGuideBar,de-
signedwithasmallradiustipwhich

reducesthesizeofthekickback
dangerzoneonthebartip.Thistype

barhasbeendemonstratedtosignif-
icantlyreducethenumberandseri-

ousnessofkickbackswhentestedin
accordancewithANSIB175.1.

_ Sm_lIe_adiusTip

LargeRadiusTip[- [_ ""_

Guide Bar L

• Low Kickback Chain, has met kick-
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

_z::_l_i_..,_---- Elongated Guard Link

_ _ deflects kickback force

CHAIN BRAKE

• Chain Brake: designed to stop the
chain in the event of kickback.

_kWARNING: WE DO NOT REP-

RESENTAND YOU SHOULD NOTAS-
SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL
PROTECT YOU INTHE EVENT OF A

KICKBACK. Kickback is a lightning fast
action which throws the bar and rotat-

ing chain back and up toward the op-
erator. Kickback can be caused by al-

lowing 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 UPONANY
OF THE DEVICES BUILT INTOYOUR
SAW. YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW

PROPERLYAND CAREFULLY TO AVOID
KICKBACK. Reduced-kickback guide

bars and low-kickback saw chains re-
duce the chance and magnitude of

kickback and are recommended. Your
saw has a low kickback chain and bar

as original equipment. Repairs on a
chain brake should be made by an au-

thorized Sears Service Center. Take
your unit to the place of purchase or to

your nearest Sears Service 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 safety devices

built into your saw.

and allows wood to
gradually ride into Cutter

SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gaso-

line powered hand tools could cause
blood vessel or nerve damage in the

fingers, hands, and oints of people

prone to circulation disorders or

abnormal swelling. 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 continu-
al and regular basis must closely

monitor their physical condition and
the condition of this tool.

CHAIN BRAKE: If 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 lim-

iting muffler and spark arresting screen

which meets the requirements of Califor-

nia Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. for-
est land and the states of California, Ida-

he, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey,
Oregon, and Washington require by law

that many internal combustion engines

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 operating condition of

these parts. Failure to do so is a viola-
tion of the law. Refer to Customer Re-

sponsibilities chart in the MAINTENANCE
section.

STANDARDS: This chain saw is listed
by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. in

accordance with American National
Standards for Gasoline-Powered
Chain Saws Safety Requirements

(ANSI B175.1-2000).

_IbWARNING: Before using chain
saw, ensure all fasteners are secure.

CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-

lowing list.

Model 358.350202

• Chain Saw (fully assembled)

• Bar tool

• 2-cycle engine oil

• Carrying case

Examine parts for damage. Do not use
damaged parts.

If you need assistance or find parts
missing or damaged, please call

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 oil/fuel residue on the muffler

when you unpack the unit.

ASSEMBLY

Your saw is fully assembled; no as-

sembly is necessary.

KNOW YOUR SAW

READ THIS INSTRUCTION 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.

Chain Adjustment FrontHand Guard

Tool

(Bar Tool)

"_ Starter Rope

Front Handle

ON/STOP
Switch

Chain

Bar Sprocket Bar Oil
Hole Fill Cap

Muffler ...,

Starter Housing

Fuel Mix Fill Cap

Cylinder Cover

Chain Brake

Rear
Handle

Throttle
Triggel

Throttle
Lock-out

Choke/Fast

Idle Lever

ON/STOP SWITCH
The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop

the engine.
THRO'n'LE TRIGGER

The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls en-
gine speed.

THRO'n'LE 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 speed are set

by pulling the CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
out fully for cold or for refueled starting.

The choke provides additional fuel to
the engine during cold starting.

Direction
of Chain

Travel

Guide Bar

Chain Brake Nuts

CHAIN BRAKE

The CHAIN BRAKE is a device de-

signed to stop the chain if kickback oc-
curs. The chain brake activates auto-

matically in the event of kickback. The
chain brake activates manually if the

front hand guard is pushed forward.
The chain brake is disengaged by pull-

ing 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 first 30 minutes of operation.

You should check your chain tension
frequently. See CHAIN TENSION in the

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section.

• _t,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.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

• _IbWARNING: 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 oil 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 able 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 fuel

mix. Always fill bar oil tank when you
fill the fuel tank.

FUELING ENGINE

_IkWARNING: Remove fuel cap
slowly when refueling.

This engine is certified to operate on un-

leaded gasoline. Before operation, gaso-

line must be mixed with a good quality
synthetic 2-cycle air-ceoled engine oil.

We recommend Craftsman brand syn-
thetic oil. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio

of 40:1. A40:1 ratio is obtained by mix-

ing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of un-

leaded gasoline. Included with this saw

is a 3.2 ounce container of oil. Pour the
entire contents of this container into 1

gallon of gasoline to achieve the proper
fuel mixture.

DO NOT USE automotive oil 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. Al-
ways read and follow the safety rules

relating 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 sys-

tem should be emptied 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. See STOR-
AGE instructions for additional informa-
tion. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or per-

manent damage may occur.

See the STORAGE section for additional

information.

CHAIN BRAKE

Ensure chain brake is disengaged by

pulling the front hand guard back to-
ward the front handle as far as pos-

sible. The chain brake must be disen-

gaged before cutting with the saw.
41_WARNING: The chain must not

move when the engine runs at idle

speed. If the chain moves at idle

speed, refer to CARBURETOR ADJUST-

MENTwithin this manual. Avoid con-
tact with the muffler. A hot muffler can

cause serious burns.

STOPPING YOUR ENGINE

• Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP
position.

STARTING POSITION

To start the engine, hold the saw firmly

on the ground as illustrated below.
Make sure the chain is free to turn

without contacting any object.

Starter Rope Handle

_ _ )_ _aftnFd_°e_l_d

[:lightFoot Through Rear Handle

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

8

starterropesnapback.Holdthehandle
andlettheroperewindslowly.

Forcoldweatherstarting,starttheunit
atFULLCHOKE;allowtheengineto
warmupbeforesqueezingthethrottle

trigger.

NOTE:Donotcutmaterialwiththe
choke/fastidleleverattheFULL
CHOKEposition.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a
warm engine after running out of

fuel)

NOTE: In the following steps, when
the choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to

the full extent, the correct throttle set-
ting for starting is set automatically.

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON
position.

2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to
the full extent.

3. Pull starter rope quickly with your

right hand a maximum of 10 times.

Then, proceed to the next step.

NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is

trying to start before the 10th pull, stop

pulling and immediately proceed to the
next step.

4. Push the choke/fast idle lever in

completely (to the OFF CHOKE
position).

5. Pull the starter rope quickly with your

right hand until the engine starts.

6. Allow the engine to run for approxi-

mately 5 seconds. Then, squeeze
and release throttle trigger to allow
engine to return to idle speed.

TOP Switch

Choke Fast Idle Lever

CHOKE position). This will set the
fast idle lock to the start position.

3. Pull the starter rope quickly with your
right hand until the engine starts.

4. Squeeze and release the throttle
trigger to allow engine to return to
idle speed.

DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a
flooded engine)
The engine may be flooded if it has not

started after 10 pulls.

Flooded engines can be cleared of ex-

cess fuel by following the warm engine

starting procedure listed above. Insure
the ON/STOPswitch is in the ON position.

Starting could require many pulls de-

pending on how badly unit is flooded. If

engine still fails to start, refer to TROU-

BLESHOOTINGTABLE or call

1-800-235-5878.

CHAIN BRAKE

_I_WARNING: If the 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 re-

placed if any part is worn to less than

1/32" 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 nearest Sears Ser-
vice 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 the saw, the chain
brake must be disengaged.

Disengaged.'_llL

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON
position.

2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to
the full extent; then, push the lever

back in completely (to the OFF

_d

Braking function control
CAUTION: The chain brake must be

checked several times daily. The en-
gine must be running when performing

this procedure. This is the only

instancewhenthesawshouldbe
placedonthegroundwiththeengine

running.
Placethesawonfirmground.Gripthe

rearhandlewithyourrighthandand
thefronthandlewithyourlefthand.
Applyfullthrottlebyfulldepressingthe

throttletrigger.Activatethechainbrake

byturningyourleftwristagainstthe

handguardwithoutreleasingyourgrip
aroundthefronthandle.Thechain

shouldstopimmediately.

Inertia activating function control

_IbWARNING: 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 approxi-

mately 14" (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 tip 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. See
CHAIN TENSION in the MAINTENANCE
section.

• Cut wood only. Do not cut metal,

plastics, masonry, non-wood building
materials, etc.

• Stop the saw if the chain strikes a

foreign object. Inspect the saw and

repair parts as necessary.

• Keep the chain out of dirt and sand.

Even a small amount of dirt will
quickly dull a chain and increase the

possibility of kickback.

• Practice cutting a few small logs using

the following steps. This will help you

get the 'heel" of using your saw before

you begin a major sawing operation.

• Squeeze the throttle trigger and al-
low 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.

• Release the throttle trigger as soon
as the cut is completed, allowing

the engine to idle. If you run the

saw at full throttle without a cutting
load, unnecessary wear can occur.

• To avoid losing control when cut is
complete, do not put pressure on

saw at end of cut.

• Stop the engine before setting the
saw down.

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

z% _

4_LWARNING: Check for broken or

dead branches which can fall while
cutting 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 able to see well, nor during bad

weather such as rain, snow, or strong
winds, etc.

• 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

direction, such conditions include:

• The wind direction and speed.

• The lean of the tree. The lean of a

tree might not be apparent due to
uneven or sloping terrain. Use a

plumb or level to determine the di-
rection 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.

• Make sure there is enough room for

the tree to fall. Maintain a distance of

2-1/2 tree lengths from the nearest
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

-{ _--g..._- Direction of fall

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FELLING LARGE TREES
(6 inches 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 should fall in the

direction of 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 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. See

illustration. Once the notch is cut re-
move the wedge of wood from the

tree.

Feiling cut here

First cut .z] /

s

• 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
higher than 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
control fall

Closing of
notch

NOTE: Before felling cut is complete,
use wedges to open the cut when
necessary to control the direction of

fall. To avoid kickback and chain
damage, use wood or plastic wedges,

but never steel or iron wedges.

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Opening
of felling

• Be alert of 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 use your saw to cut down a
partially fallen tree. 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.
_]kWARNING: 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 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. Drag

the logs into a clear area before cut-
ting them by pulling out exposed and

cleared logs first.

BUCKING TECHNIQUES

_II_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. 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

Turn saw OFF and use a pIastic or
wooden wedge to force cut open,

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Overeuttingbeginsonthetopsideof
thelogwiththebottomofthesaw

againstthelog.Whenovercuttinguse

lightdownwardpressure.

Overcutting Undercutting

Undercutting 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.

_IbWARNING: 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 side of the log. The compres-

sion side of the log is where the pres-
sure of the log's weight is

concentrated.

Firstcut on com_oressionside of log

Using a log for support 2nd Cut

lStCut

Using a support stand 2r

/

1st Cut

/ 1stCut

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 above for cut-

ting logs with a compression side.

BUCKING USING A LOG OR

SUPPORT STAND

• Remember your first cut is always on

the compression side of the log.

(Refer to the illustrations for your first
and second cut)

• Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the
diameter of the log.

• Finish with your second cut.

LIMBING AND PRUNING

_I_WARNING: Be alert for and guard

against kickback. Do not allow the mov-
ing chain to contact any other branches

or objects at the nose of the guide bar

when limbing or pruning. Allowing such

contact can result in serious injury.

_IkWARNING: Never climb into a
tree to limb or prune. Do not stand on

ladders, platforms, a log, or in any po-
sition which can cause you to lose

your balance or control of the saw.

IMPORTANT POINTS

• Watch out for springpoles.
Springpoles are small size limbs

which can whip toward you, or pull
you off balance. Use extreme cau-

tion when cutting small size limbs.

• Be alert for springback from any
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.

• Frequently clear branches out of the

way to avoid tripping on them.

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LIMBING

• Limbatreeonlyafteritiscutdown.

• Leavethelargerlimbsunderneath
felledtreetosupporttreeasyouwork.

• Startatthebaseofthefelledtree

andworktowardthetop,cutting
branchesandlimbs.Removesmall
limbswithonecut.

• Keeptreebetweenyouandthechain.

• Removelargerbrancheswiththe

cuttingtechniquesdescribedin
BUCKINGWITHOUTASUPPORT.

• Alwaysuseanovercuttocutsmall

andfreelyhanginglimbs.Undercut-

tingcouldcauselimbstofalland

pinchsaw.

PRUNING

• Make your first cut 1/3 of the way
through the bottom of the limb. This

cut will make the limb sag so that it

falls easily on the second cut.

• Next make the second cut an over-

cut all the way through the limb.

• Finish the pruning operation by using

an overcut so that the stump of the
limb protrudes 1 to 2 inches from the

trunk of the tree.

Second cut

_WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if

branches are higher than your shoul-

der. Get a professional to do the job.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

_IbWARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance

except for carburetor adjustments.

Fill in dates as you complete Before
regular service Use

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 _'

Inspect and clean unit & decals
Check chain brake

Clean guide bar groove

Clean air filter
Clean/inspect muffler and spark

arresting screen

Replace spark plug and fuel filter

After Every Every Service

Use 5 hrs. 25 hrs. Yearly Dates

_ 3rd cut 1 to 2 in.

from trunk of tree

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not cover

items that have been subjected to oper-

ator abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from the warranty, the operator

must maintain unit as instructed in this
manual. Various adjustments will need

to be made periodically to properly

maintain your unit.

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• Once a year, replace the spark plug
and air filter element and check guide

bar and chain for wea£ A new spark
plug and air filter element assures
proper air-fuel mixture and helps your

engine run better and last longer.

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact Sears Service Center for re-

placement of damaged or worn parts.
NOTE: It is normal for a small amount

of oil to appear under the saw after en-
gine 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 chain saw if

fuel tank shows signs of damage or

leaks.

• Oil Tank - Do not use chain saw if oil

tank shows signs of damage or

leaks.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

Chain Brake Nuts
Chain

Muffler
Cylinder Shield

Air Filter

Handle Screws

Vibration Mounts

Starter Housing
Front Hand Guard

CHECK CHAIN TENSION

_h, WARNING: 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 es-

pecially true during the first few times

you use your saw. Always check
chain tension each time you use and

refuel your saw.

1. Use the screwdriver end of the
chain ad ustment tool (bar tool) to

move cha n around gu de bar to
ensure kinks do not exist. The
chain should rotate freely.

• Guide

/ -- f Chain Adjustment

Chain Brake Adjusting Too!

Nuts Screw (Bar Tool)

2. Loosen chain brake nuts until they
are finger tight against the chain

brake.

3. Turn adjusting screw clockwise un-
til chain solidly contacts bottom of
guide bar 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
chain brake nuts securely with the

bar tool.

o Chain Brake

7. Use the screwdriver end of the bar
tool to move chain around guide

bar.

8. If chain does not rotate, it is too
tight. Slightly loosen chain brake
nuts and loosen chain by turning
the adjusting screw counterclock-
wise. Retighten chain brake nuts.

9. If chain is too loose, it will sag be-
Iowthe guide bar. DO NOT operate

the sawif the chain is loose.

_h, WARNING: If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could

jump off the guide bar and result in se-

rious injury.

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CHECKCHAINSHARPNESS
Asharpchainmakeswoodchips.A
dullchainmakesasawdustpowder
andcutsslowly.SeeCHAINSHARP-

ENINGintheSERVICEANDADJUST-

MENTSsection.
CHECKGUIDEBAR
Conditionswhichrequireguidebar

maintenance:

• Sawcutstoonesideoratanangle.

• Sawhastobeforcedthroughthe

cut.

• Inadequatesupplyofoiltothebar

andchain.

Checktheconditionoftheguidebar

beforeeachuseandeachtimethe
chainissharpened.Awornguidebar
willdamagethechainandmakecut-
tingdifficult.

Aftereachuse,ensureON/STOP
switchisintheSTOPposition,then

cleanallsawdustfromtheguidebar
andsprockethole.

Tomaintainguidebar:

• MoveON/STOPswitchtoSTOP.

• Loosenandremovechainbrake

nutsandchainbrake.Removebar
andchainfromsaw.

• Cleantheoilholesandbargroove

aftereach5hoursofoperation.

Re_ovd_SBaWdustFrom

_ OilHoles o _oO

• Burringofguidebarrailsisanormal

processofrailwear.Removethese
burrswithaflatfile.

• Whenrailtopisuneven,useaflat

filetorestoresquareedgesand

sides.

'_'--FileRailEdge_r] N

andSides IU

Square I I

WornGroove CorrectGroove

Replacetheguidebarwhenthe
grooveisworn,theguidebarisbentor

cracked,orwhenexcessheatingor

burringoftherailsoccurs.Ifreplace-

mentisnecessary,useonlytheguide

barspecifiedforyoursawintherepair

partslist,alsospecifiedonthereplace-
mentbarandchaindecallocatedon

thechainsaw.

CHECKFUELMIXTURELEVEL

• SeeFUELINGENGINEundertheOP-
ERATIONsection.

LUBRICATION

• SeeGUIDEBARANDCHAINOILun-
dertheOPERATIONsection.

INSPECTANDCLEANUNIT&
LABELS

•Aftereachuse,inspectcompleteunit

forlooseordamagedparts.Clean
theunitandlabelsusingadamp

clothwithamilddetergent.

•Wipeoffunitwithacleandrycloth.

CHECKCHAINBRAKE

• SeeCHAINBRAKEistheOPERATION
section.

CLEANAIRFILTER

Adirtyairfilterdecreasesthelifeand

performanceoftheengineandin-
creasesfuelconsumptionandharmful
emissions.Alwayscleanyourairfilter

after15tanksoffuelor5hoursofop-
eration,whichevercomesfirst.Clean

morefrequentlyindustyconditions.It
isadvisabletoreplaceyourairfilter

withanewoneafterevery50hoursof

operation,orannually,whichever
comesfirst.Tocleanfilter:

1. Loosen3screwsoncylindercover.

2. Removecylindercover.

3. Removeairfilter.

4. Cleantheairfilterusinghotsoapy

water.Rinsewithcleancoolwater.
Airdrycompletelybeforereinstal-

ling.

5. Reinstallairfilter.

6. Reinstallairfiltercoverand3

screws.Tightensecurely.

Cylinder

_,'JCover

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