Craftsman 358351701 Owner’s Manual

Operator's Manual

ICRRFTSMRN°I

2.3 cu.in./38cc 2-Cycle GASOLINE CHAIN SAW

Model No.

358.351701 - 16 in. Bar

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• Espa_ol, p. 28

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 (Hours listed are Central Time)

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 115350226 Rev. 1 4/1/10 BRW

Warranty 2 Storage 21 Safety Rules 3 Troubleshooting Table 22

Assembly 7 Emissions Statement 24 Operation 7 Parts List 26

Maintenance 14 Spanish 28 Service and Adjustments 18 Parts & Ordering Back Cover

CRAFTSMAN FU LL WARRANTY

When used and maintained according to the operator's manual, if this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two (2) years from the date of pur- chase, return 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 applies for only 90 days from purchase date if this product is ever

used for commercial or rental purposes.

This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Sears will

NOT pay for:

• Expendable items that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period, such as bars, chains, filters or spark plugs.

• Repairs necessary because of accident or failure to operate or maintain the product according to all supplied instructions.

• Preventive maintenance, or repairs necessary due to improper fuel mixture, contaminated or stale fuel.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products,

it may require repair from time to time. That's when having a Repair Protection

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1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

,_ WARNING: Always disconnect spark plug wire when making repairs ex-

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

wood-cutting 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 follow

safety rules, precautions, and operat- ing instructions found in this manual.

Hearing

Protection

Snug 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; safety

chaps; 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. Regular users should have hearing checked regu-

larly 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 a minimum of 30 feet (10 me-

ters) away from the work area when starting and using the 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

_ ./ Safety Hat

"_! u,o_ Protection

Eye

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,

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 & 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-

ately if it becomes damaged, broken or is otherwise removed.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER

_/L 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.

•Keepthehandlesdry,clean,and

freefromoilorfuelmixture.

•Keepcapsandfastenerssecurely tightened.

•Nonconformingreplacementcompo- nentsortheremovalofsafetydevices maycausedamagetotheunitand

possibleinjurytotheoperatororby- standers.UseonlyCraftsmanacces- soriesandreplacementpartsasrec-

ommended.Nevermodifyyoursaw.

•Maintainchainsawwithcare.

•Keepunitsharpandcleanforbetter andsaferperformance.

•Followinstructionsforlubricatingand changingaccessories.

•Checkfordamagedparts.Beforefur- theruseofthechainsaw,aguardor

otherpartthatisdamagedshouldbe carefullycheckedtodeterminethatit

willoperateproperlyandperformits intendedfunction.Checkforalignment

ofmovingparts,bindingofmoving parts,breakageofparts,mountingand

anyotherconditionsthatmayaffectits operation.Aguardorotherpartthatis

damagedshouldbeproperlyrepaired orreplacedbyaSearsServiceCenter

unlessotherwiseindicatedelsewhere intheoperator'smanual.

•Whennotinuse,chainsawsshould bestoredinadry,highorlocked-up placeoutofthereachofchildren.

•Whenstoringsaw,useascabbardor carryingcase.

HANDLEFUELWITHCAUTION

•Donotsmokewhilehandlingfuelor whileoperatingthesaw.

•Eliminateallsourcesofsparksor flameintheareaswherefuelis

mixedorpoured.

•Alwayshavefireextinguishingtools availableifyoushouldneedthem.

•Mixandpourfuelinanoutdoorarea anduseanapproved,markedcon-

tainerforallfuelpurposes.Wipeup allfuelspillsbeforestartingsaw.

•Moveatleast10feet(3meters)from fuelingsitebeforestartingengine.

•Turntheengineoffandletsawcool inanon-combustiblearea,noton

dryleaves,straw,paper,etc.Slowly removefuelcapandrefuelunit.

•Emptythefueltankbeforestoringor transportingtheunit.Useupfuelleftin

thecarburetorbystartingtheengine andlettingitrununtilitstops.

•Storetheunitandfuelinanarea wherefuelvaporscannotreach

sparksoropenflamesfromwater

heaters,electricmotorsorswitches,

furnaces,etc.

GUARDAGAINSTKICKBACK Followallsafetyrulestohelpavoid

kickbackandotherforceswhichcan resultinseriousinjury.

"x_\ ._ KickbackPath

. _ _

,_/LWARNING: Avoid kickback

which can result in serious injury. Kickback is the backward, upward or sudden forward 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 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.

• 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.

REDUCETHECHANCEOF KICKBACK

•Recognizethatkickbackcanhap- pen.Withabasicunderstandingof

kickback,youcanreducetheele- mentofsurprisewhichcontributesto accidents.

•Neverletthemovingchaincontact anyobjectatthetipoftheguidebar.

•Keeptheworkingareafreefromob- structionssuchasothertrees,

branches,rocks,fences,stumps, etc.Eliminateoravoidany

obstructionthatyoursawchaincould hitwhileyouarecutting.

•Whencuttingabranch,donotletthe guidebarcontactbranchorotherob-

jectsaroundit.

•Keepsawchainsharpandproperly tensioned.Alooseordullchaincan increasethechanceofkickback.Fol-

lowmanufacturer'schainsharpening

andmaintenanceinstructions.Check tensionatregularintervals,butnever

withtheenginerunning.Makesure thebarnutsaresecurelytightened.

•Beginandcontinuecuttingatfull speed.Ifthechainismovingata

slowerspeed,thereisgreater chanceofkickbackoccurring.

•Useextremecautionwhenre-enter- ingapreviouscut.

•Donotattemptcutsstartingwiththe tipofthebar(plungecuts).

•Watchforshiftinglogsorotherforces thatcouldcloseacutandpinchor

fallintochain.

•UsetheReduced-KickbackGuide BarandLow-KickbackChainspeci-

fiedforyoursaw.

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 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

underside t

Thumb on \[

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Elbow locked

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 handlebar 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 control of saw

above shoulder height.

KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

_ILWARNING: 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 all safety rules to help avoid kickback and other forces which

can result in serious injury.

• Front Hand Guard, designed to reduce

the chance of your left hand contact-

ing the chain if your hand slips off the

front handlebar.

• Position of front and rear handlebars,

designed with distance between han- dles 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-KickbackGuideBar,de- signedwithasmallradiustipwhich

reducesthesizeofthekickback dangerzoneonthebartip.Thistype

ofbarhasbeendemonstratedtosig- nificantlyreducethenumberandse-

riousnessofkickbackswhentested inaccordancewithANSIB175.1.

Tip Guide Bar

_,_._, Small Radius

Large Radius [ "/_' Tip Guide Bar

• 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

CHAIN BRAKE

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

_ILWARNING: 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 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 CAREFULLYTO 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

Contoured Depth Gauge

j ....

.... Elongated Guard Link

force And allows wood to gradually

deflects kickback ride into Cutter

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 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: 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 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

suchregulationsexist,youarelegally

responsibleformaintainingtheoperat- ingconditionoftheseparts.Failureto

dosoisaviolationofthelaw.Referto theCustomerResponsibilitieschartin

theMAINTENANCEsection.

STANDARDS:Thischainsawislisted byUnderwritersLaboratories,Inc.inac-

cordancewithAmericanNationalStan- dardsforGasoline-PoweredChain

SawsSafetyRequirements(ANSI B175.1-2000).

_WARNING:Beforeusingchain saw,ensureallfastenersaresecure.

CARTONCONTENTS Checkcartoncontentsagainstthefol- lowinglist. Model358,351701

•Chainsaw(fullyassembled)

•2-cycleengineoil

•Carryingcase Examinepartsfordamage.Donotuse

damagedparts.

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.

Front Hand Guard Front Handle

Chain Muffler

/ "

Bar Bar Oil Fill Cap Sprocket

Hole Starter Housing

_'_,_ Starter Rope

Ifyouneedassistanceorfindthatparts aremissingordamaged,pleasecall

1-800-235-5878. NOTE:Itisnormaltohearthefuelfilter

rattleinanemptyfueltank. Yourunithasbeenfactorytestedand thecarburetorpreciselyadjusted.Asa

resultyoumaysmellgasolineorfinda

dropofoil/fuelresidueonthemuffler

whenyouunpacktheunit.

ASSEMBLY

Your saw is fully assembled; no

assembly is necessary.

ON/STOP Switch Choke/

Fuel Mix F'illCap Primer Bulb

Fast Idle Lever

Rear Handle

Throttle

Lockout

Throttle Trigger

Cylinder Cover

Clutch Cover Bar

Adjusting Wheel Knob

j Brake

Chain

Chain Catcher

Guide Bar

Chain

Direction

of Travel

ON/STOP SWITCH The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the engine.

THROTTLE TRIGGER The THRO-FILE TRIGGER controls en-

gine speed. THROTTLE LOCK-OUT

The THRO-FILE 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.

_WARNING: Ifthe 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 _ILWARNING: 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.

_ILWARNING: 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

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 TENSION under the

MAINTENANCE section.

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 the bar oil tank when

you fill the fuel tank. FUELING ENGINE

_ILWARNING: 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 40:1 ratio is ob-

tained by mixing 3.2 fluid ounces of oil

with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline. In- cluded with this saw is a 3.2 ounce con-

tainer of oil. Pour the entire contents of this container 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.

CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in your unit. This will cause permanent

engine damage and void the limited warranty.

FUELREQUIREMENTS Thisenginerequirestheuseof

minimum87octane[R+M]/2clean gasoline.

IMPORTANT

Useofalcoholblendedfuels(called gasoholorusingethanolormethanol) cancausemajorengineperformance

anddurabilityproblems.

_/L WARNING: Alternative fuels (not gasoline) such as E-15 (15% alcohol),

E-20 (20% alcohol), E-85 (85% alcohol) are NOTclassified as gasoline and are

NOTapproved for use in 2-stroke gaso-

line engines. Use of alternative fuels will cause problems such as: improper

clutch engagements, overheating, vapor

lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets and

internal carburetor components, etc. Al- ternative fuels cause high moisture ab- sorption into the fuel/oil mixture leading

to oil and fuel separation.

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.

_ILWARNING: 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 muffler. 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 illustrated.

Make sure the chain is free to turn

without contacting any object.

Starter Rope Handle

Left Hand

on Front

Handle

Right Foot Through Rear Handle

_WARNING: Do not attemptto 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 start- er rope snap back. Hold the handle 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 not 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 lever is pulled out to the

full extent, the correct throttle setting for

starting is set automatically.

IGNITION

SWITCH

STOP

Lever

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. This unit has the Sim-pulTM starting system. You do not have to pull the starter rope handle sharply or briskly.

Using your right hand, pull starter rope handle 5 times with a controlled

and steady motion. Then, proceed to the next step.

NOTE: Ifthe engine sounds as if it is try- ing to start before the 5th pull, 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

OFF

HALF

/ FULL

6. Pull 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. Using your right hand, pull starter

rope handle with a controlled and steady motion until engine starts.

5. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to allow engine to 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 the saw, the chain brake must be disengaged.

Disengaged "_1_

j_..: _i_ Engaged

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

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 handle 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 handle. 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 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, 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, masonry, 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 saw at end of cut.

• Stop the engine before setting the saw down after cutting.

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES _IkWARNING: 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 ofthe 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. Ifthe 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 is enough

room for the tree to fall. Maintain a dis-

tance of 2-1/2tree 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.

/ Plan a clear retreat path

I' (,. ,_--_- Direction of Fall

45" /,,.

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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 1/3of 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.

• 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 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

Opening

of felling

Closing of notch

NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use wedges to open the cut if necessary

to control the direction of fall. To avoid

kickback and chain damage, use wood

or plastic wedges, but never steel or iron 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. _IkWARNING: 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 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

_/L 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

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.

_vercutting ...._3

"_J _:: Und_

Using a log for support

2 nd Cut

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.

_/LWARNING: Neverturn 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.

First cut on co_,_ression side of log

Second cut

Firstcut on compression side of log

BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT

• Overcut through 1/3of 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 cut is always on the compression side of the log.

(Refer to the illustrations below for

your first and second cut)

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

• Finish with your second cut.

- : _--._

Using a support stand

2 nd Cut _,

Cut

LIMBING AND PRUNING

_IkWARNING: 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. Springpoles are small size limbs which can catch

the saw chain and whip toward you or

pull you off balance. Use extreme cau-

tion when cutting small 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

• Always use an overcut to cut small and freely hanging limbs. Undercutting

could cause limbs to fall and pinch the

saw.

PRUNING

_kwARNING: Limit pruning to limbs

shoulder height or below. Do not cut if branches are higher than your shoulder.

Get a )rofessional to do the job.

• Make your first cut 1/3of 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.

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 op-

posite the branch you are cutting.

• Remove larger, supporting branches with the cutting techniques described

in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.

Collar tit_

"_l! j _ First cut

_/' Pruning technique

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ,_kWARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance

except for carburetor adjustments.

Fill in dates as you complete

regular service

Before:; After Everyi i

Use Use 5 hrs.i Dates

2E5v_Y _;Yearly i Service

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

Clean cooling system Check chain brake

Clean guide bar groove

Clean air filter

i i

Clean/inspect muffler and spark arresting screen

Replace spark plug and fuel filter

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 replacement of damaged or worn parts.

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 Knob

• Chain

• Muffler

• Cylinder Shield

• Air Filter

• Handle Screws

• Vibration Mounts

• Starter Housing

• Front Hand Guard

CHECK CHAIN TENSION

,_ 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 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 a screwdriver to move chain around guide bar to ensure kinks

do not exist. The chain should rotate freely.

Guide

Bar

' Bar

Screwdriver

Adjusting Wheel Knob

2. Lift lever on bar knob and turn counterclockwise 1 turn to loosen

bar clamp.

CRI1F

LOOSEN

Turn adjusting wheel (downward direction) to tension chain until chain solidly contacts bottom of guide bar rail. Lift tip of guide bar while adjusting tension.

Tighten Loosen

chain chain

Adjusting Wheel

4. Using a screwdriver, roll chain around guide bar to ensure all links

are in bar groove.

5. While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar knob securely (clockwise). Hand tighten only!

TIGHTEN

6. Push lever on bar knob down to re- turn lever to closed/locked position.

_,WARNING: Failure to push lever on bar knob down to closed/locked

position could result in serious person-

al injury or damage to your chain saw.

7. Use a screwdriver to move chain

around guide bar.

8. If chain does not rotate, it is too tight. Loosen bar knob 1 turn

(counterclockwise); then, loosen chain by turning the adjusting

wheel 1/4 turn (upward direction). Retighten bar knob.

9. If 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

maintenance:

• Saw cuts to one side or at an angle.

• Saw has to be forced through the cut.

• Inadequate supply of oil 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 STOR

• Loosen and remove bar knob com- pletely by lifting lever and turning

counterclockwise.

• Loosen chain tension by turning

adjusting wheel (upward direction).

Remove 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 G_2ov___ '_

Oil Holes 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.

_ FileRail Edges_r] E1

I"1

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. If 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.

LUBRICATION

• See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL un-

der the OPERATION section.

and Sides I U I

Square I I

Bar Oil Fill Cap

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS

• After 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.

COOLING SYSTEM

To keep the working temperature as

low as possible the machine is equipped with a cooling system.

The cooling system consists of:

• Air intake on the starter

• Air guide plate

• Fins on the flywheel

• Cooling fins on the cylinder

• Cylinder cover (directs cold air over the cylinder)

Clean the cooling system with a brush

after each use, more often in demand-

ing conditions. A dirty or blocked cool- ing system results in the machine

overheating which causes damage to the piston and cylinder.

CHECK CHAIN BRAKE See CHAIN BRAKE in the OPERATION

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.

1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.

2. Remove cylinder cover.

3. Remove air filter cover and air filter.

4. 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.

Air Filter

Cover

Cylinder Cover

INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK

ARRESTING SCREEN _kWARNING: 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 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.

Spark Exhaust Arresting Outlet

Screen Cover

Nut

Muffler

CLEANING THE SPARK ARREST- ING SCREEN Cleaning is required every 25 hours of operation or annually, whichever

comes first.

1. Loosen and remove the nut from the exhaust outlet cover.

2. Remove the exhaust oulet cover.

3. 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.

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.

1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.

2. Remove the cylinder cover.

3. Pull off the spark plug boot.

4. Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard.

5. 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.

Cylinder

Cover

Spark

Plug Boot

Spark

Plug

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.

,_WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing mainte-

nance, service, or adjustments except

for carburetor adjustments.

CHAIN SHARPENING

,_WARNING: Improper chain

sharpening techniques and/or depth gauge maintenance will increase the

chance of kickback which can result in serious injury.

WAR NI N G: 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.

Tools 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 that it rests on the top edges of the cut-

ter and depth gauge.

NOTE: The chain has both left

and right hand cutters.

File Holder

Cutter

Depth Gauge

• Align the 30 ° file holder marks

parallel with the bar and to the center of the chain.

File Holder Line

Sharpen cutters on one side of the chain first. File from the inside of

each cutter to the outside. Then, turn the chain saw around and re-

peat the process for the other side of the chain.

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