Craftsman 358.352161 Operator's Manual
IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
Operator's
Manual
Model No
358.352161
CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE
1-800-235-5878
HOURS (CST)
Mon _Sat 7am-7pm
Sun 10am-7pm
WARNING:
READ THE OPERATOR'S
MANUAL AND FOLLOW
ALL WARNINGS AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY.
CRAFTSMAN"
Always Wear Eye Protection
CRRFTSMRNo
2.2 cu. in./36cc 2-CYCLE ENGINE
16 inch Guide Bar
GASOLINE CHAIN SAW
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
Sears Roebuck and Co, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
530"084295-O2/20/96
SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT'CONTACT SPARK
PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR
MAKING REPAIRS EXCEPT CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS.
BECAUSE A CHAIN SAW IS A HIGH-SPEED WOOD-CUTI'ING TOOL, SPECIAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
MUST BE OBSERVED TO REDUCETHE RISK OF ACCIDENTS. CARELESS OR IMPROPER USE OFTHIS
TOOL CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
Safety Chaps
Safety
Shoes
Figure I
KNOW YOUR SAW
• Read your operator's manual carefully until you com-
pletely understand and can follow all safety rules, pre-
cautions, and operating instructions before attempting to
operate the unit.
• Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who
understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and
operating instructions found in this manual.
PLAN AHEAD
• Wear protective gear. Figure 1. Always use steel-toed
safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fitting clothing;
heavy duty, non-slip gloves; eye protection such as non-
fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved
safety hard hat; and sound barriers - ear plugs or muf-
flers to protect your hearing. Regular users should have
hearing checked-regularly as chain saw noise can dam-
age. hearing.
° Keep all parts of your body away from the chain
when the engine is running.
• Keep children, bystanders, and animals a minimum
of 30 feet (10 meters) away from the work area. Do not
allow other people or animals to be near the chain saw
when starting or operating the chain 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. Chain saw work is strenu-
ous. If you haveany condition that might be aggravated
by strenuous work, check with your doctor before oper-
ating a chain saw.
• Do not attempt to use your chain saw during bad
weather conditions such as strong wind, rain, snow, ice,
etc., or at night.
° Carefully plan your sawing operation in advance. Do
not start cutting until you have a:clear work area, secure
footing, and, if you are felling trees, a planned retreat
path.
• Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improp-
erly adjusted, or not completely and securely assem-
bled. Always replace the handguard immediately if it
becomes damaged, broken, or is otherwise removed.
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel
mixture.
• With the engine stopped, hand carry the chain saw
with the muffler away from your body, and the guide
bar and chain to the rear, preferably covered with a scab-
bard.
FUEL HANDLING
• Eliminate all sources of sparks or flames in the areas
where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored. There should
be no smoking, open flames, or wood that could cause
sparks. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
° Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on bare ground;
store fuel in a cool, dry, wel! ventilated place; and use an
approved, marked container for all fuel purposes.
• Wipe up all fuel spills before_tarting saw.
• Move at least 10 feet (3 meter.s) from the fueling site
before starting the engine, _.
° Do not smoke while handling_fuel or while operating
the saw.
• Turn the engine off and let your saw cool in a non-
combustible area, not oh dry leaves, straw, paper, etc.
Slowly remove fue! cap and refuel unit.
° Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors can-
not reach sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
IExp SAFETY NOTICE
z osure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fin-
gets, hands, and joints of people prone to c_rculat_ondisorders or abnormal swellings. 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 feelings in the fingers, hands or joints, discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention° An anti-vibra-
lion 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 unit.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOLTO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS - A'I-rENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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SAFETY RULES
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
° Do not operate a chain saw with one hand. Serious
injury to the operator, helpers, bystanders or any combi-
nation of these persons may result from 0ne-handed oper-
ation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use.
- Operate the chain saw only in well-ventilated outdoor
areas.
• Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree, unless
specifically trained to do so.
• Position all parts of your body to the left of cut and
away from the chain when the engine is running.
• Cut wood only. Do not useyour saw to pry orshove away
limbs, roots, or other objects.
° 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 or kerr.
• Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING
ORDER , .-
• Have all chain saw service performed by your Sears
Service Center with the exception of the items listed in
the =Customer Responsibilities" section of this manual. For
example, if improper tools are used to remove or hold the
flywheel when servicing the clutch, structural damage to
the flywheel can occur and cause the flywheel to burst.
• Make certain the chain stops moving when the throt-
tle trigger is released. For correction,referto "Carburetor
Adjustments."
• Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object.
Inspect unit and repair or replace parts as necessary.
• Disconnect the spark plug before performing any
maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
• Never modify your saw in any way. Use only SEARS
accessories and replacement parts as recommended.
and saplings. Slender material can catch the chain and . TRANSPORTING:AND STORAGE
be whipped toward you or pull you off balance .... : .. -:Stopthe unitbefore.transporting.
• Be alert for springback whencutting a limb that is under ...... ° Allow engine to,cool,-c0ver the guide bar and chain, and
tension so you.will not be struck by the limb or saw when secure the unit before storing or transporting in a vehicle.
the tension in the wood fibers is released.
• Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of a cut.
Applying pressure can cause you to lose controlwhen the
cut is completed.
* Stop the engine before setting the saw down.
• Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fasteners secure-
ly tightened.
• Empty fuel tank before storing or transporting the unit. Use
up any fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and
letting the engine run until itstops.
° Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, _ectric
motors orswitches, furnaces, etc.
• Store unit so the chain cannot accidentally cause injury.
• Store the unitout of the reach of children.
GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK - Kickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to serious injury.
_ KICKBACK WARNING:
KICKBACK CAN OCCUR WHEN THE MOV-
ING CHAIN CONTACTS AN OBJECT ATTHE
UPPER PORTION OFTHE TIP OFTHE GUIDE
BAR OR WHEN THE WOOD CLOSES IN AND
PINCHES THE CHAIN IN THE CUT. CONTACT
AT THE UPPER PORTION ()F THE TIP OF
THE GUIDE BAR CAN CAUSE THE CHAIN
TO DIG INTO THE OBJECT, WHICH STOPS
THE CHAIN FOR AN INSTANT.THERESULT
IS A LIGHTNING FAST, REVERSE: REACTION
WHICH KICKS THE GUIDE BAR UP AND
BACK TOWARD THE OPERATOR. IF THE
CHAIN IS PINCHED ALONG THE TOP OF
THE GUIDE BAR, THE GUIDE BAR CAN BE
DRIVEN RAPIDLY BACK TOWARD THE
OPERATOR. EITHER OFTHESE REACTIONS
CAN CAUSE LOSS OF SAW CONTROL
WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
DO NOT RELY ONLY ON THE SAFETY
DEVICES PROVIDED WITH YOUR SAW. AS
A CHAIN SAW USER, YOU MUST TAKE
SPECIAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO HELP
KEEP YOUR CUTTING JOBS FREE FROM
ACCIDENT OR INJURY.
Kickback
Path
Figure 2
Avoid
Obstructions
Clear The
Working Area
Figure 3
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SAFETY RULES
Never Reverse Thumb On _f_I_
Hand Positions Under Side O --
__ _t_\ Handlebar
Elbow
Locked
Stand To
The Left
Of The Saw
Figure 4
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK
* Recognize that kickback can happen. With a basic
understanding of kickback, you can reduce the element of
surprise which contributes to accidents.
• Never let the m_oving chain contact any object at the tip
of the guide bar. Figure 2.
•_ Keep the working area free from obstructions such as
other trees, branches, rocks,fences, stumps, etc.Figure 3.
Eliminate or av_0idany obstructionthat yourchain could hit
• while you are cutting through a particular log or branch.
• Keep your chain sharp and properly tensioned. A loose
or dull chain can increase the chance of kickbackto occur.
, Follow manufacturer's chain sharpening and maintenance
instructions. Check tension at regular intervals with the
engine stopped, never with the engine running.Make sure
the bar clamp nuts are securely tightened after tensioning
the chain.
o Begin and continue cutting at full throttle. Ifthe chain is
moving at a slower speed, there is greater chance for kick*
back to occur.
, Cut one log at a time.
_o Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut.
- Do not attempt plunge cuts.
• Watch for shifting logs or other forces that could close a
cut and pinch or fall into chain.
,, Use the Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar and Low-
Kickback Chain specified for your saw.
KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES-
THE FOLLOWING FEATURES ARE INCLUDED
ON YOUR SAW TO HELP REDUCE THE HAZ-
ARD *OF, KICKBACK; HOWEVER, SUCH FEA-
TURES WILL NOT TOTALLY ELIMINATE THIS
DANGEROUS REACTION. AS A CHAIN SAW
USER, DO NOT RELY ONLY ON SAFETY
DEVICES. YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS, INSTRUCTIONS, AND MAIN-
TENANCE IN THIS MANUAL TO HELP AVOID
KICKBACK AND OTHER FORCES WHICH CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar, designed with a small
radius tip which reduces the size of the kickback danger
zone on the guide bar tip. Figure 5. A Reduced-Kickback
MAINTAIN CONTROL
* Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both hands
when the engine is running and don't let go. Figure 4.
A firm grip can neutralize kickback and help you maintain
controlofthe saw.Keep the fingers of your lefthand encir-
cling and your left thumb under the front handlebar.Keep
your right hand completely around the rear handle whether
you are right handed or left handed. 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 han-
dle when making bucking cuts. Figure 4. Never reverse
right and left hand positionsfor any type of cutting.
° Stand with your weight evenly balanced on both feet.
• Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to keep your
body from being in a direct line with the cutting chain.
Figure 4.
• Do not overreach. You could be drawn or thrown off bal-
ance and lose control of thesaw.
• Do not cut above shoulder height. It is difficultto main-
tain controlofsaw above shoulder height.
UNDERSTANDING REACTIVE FORCES
Pinch-Kickback and PulHn occur when the chain is sud-
denly stopped by being pinched, caught, or by contact-
ing a foreign object in the wood. This stopping ofthe chain
results in a reversalof the chain force used to cut wood and
causes the saw to move inthe opposite direction ofthe chain
rotation.Either reaction can result in loss of controland pos-
sible serious injury.
• Pinch-Kickback
-occurs when chain on top of guide bar is suddenly
stopped.
- rapidly drives saw straight back toward operator.
• Pull-In
- occurs when the chain on the bottom of the guide bar is
suddenly stopped.
- pulls the saw rapidlyforward.
• Handguard, designed to reduce the chance of your left
hand contacting the chain:if your hand slips off the front
handlebar. ....... ,_ -
• Position of front and rear handlebars, designed with
distance between handles 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 resistance
in controlling the pivot;_f the saw back toward the opera-
tor if kickback occurs.
* ANSi B175.1-1991 - Safety requirements for gasoline powered chain
saws as set by the American National Standards Institute, Inc.,
Standard B175.t-1991.
Guide Bar is one which has been demonstrated to signif-
icantly reduce the number and seriousness of kickbacks
when tested in accordance with ANSI Bt75.1-199t.
Low-Kickback Chain, designed with a contoured depth
gauge and guard link which deflect kickback force and
allow wood to gradually ride into the cutter. Figure 5. Low-
Kickback Chain is chain which has met kickback perfor-
mance requirements of ANSI B175.1-1991 when tested
on a representative sample of chain saws below 3.8 cubic
inch displacement specified in ANSI B175.1-1991.
-4"
./_ Cotttoured
L-_."_II_ 13epth Gauge Elongate:l
_,._ G u_de Unk
'_ ]# / _backFo_
"
ReducedKickback Radius Tip Low-K_'_ And AllowsWood
TO Gr_dua_ Ride
Symmetrica_ Guide Bat Chain Into Cutter
Mateda_
Symmetrical Large Chain With High
Guide Ba_ Radius Tip Kickback Pote_bal
Figure 5 :
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears
Craftsman Gasoline Chain Saw. It has been designed,
engineered and manufactured to give you the best possi-
ble dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears ServiCe Cen-
ter/Department. Sears has competent, well trained, techni-
cians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES."
MODEL NUMBER: 358.352161
DATE CODE/SERIAL NO.:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE
FOUND ON THE PRODUCT.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL, NUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP tN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on thisprod-
uct.Contact your nearest Sears Store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for, and
using your uniL
° Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibi-
lities" and "Storage" sections of this Operator's Manual.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
GUIDE BAR: ............... 16" (40cm)
CHAIN: ........................ Low Profile 3/8" Pitch
Chrome Cutters
DISPLACEMENT: ....... 2.2 Cubic Inches (36cc)
ENGINE: ..................... 2-cycle Ai_"Cooled
FUEL MIX: ................... 40:1 (3.2 oz. oil per gallon gas)
OILER: ........................ Automatic, 6.8 oz.Tank
IGNITION: ................... Solid State
(Air gap .010" to .014")
IGNITION TIMING: ...... Non-adjustable, fixed
SPARK PLUG TYPE: .. Champion (CJ-7Y)
SPARK PLUG GAP: ..... 025" (.65ram)
MUFFLER: .................. Spark Arresting Screen
ENGINE RPM: __LL_.:;::12;600RPM Maximum
SPECIAL NOTICE
Your saw is equipped with alemperature limiting muf-
fler and spark arresting ,screen which meets the require-
ments of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S. forest
land and the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota,
New Jersey, Washington,and Oregon require many internal
combustion engines to be equipped with a spark arrestor
screen by law.
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 violation of the law. Refer to the
Sp..ark Arrestor section under "Customer Responsi-
bdities"for maintenance.
MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING U,& PATENTS:
&367,988; 4,940,028; 4,370_855; 4,302,879; 4,197,640; 13325,330. OTHER U,S, AND FOR-
EIGN PATENTS PENDING.
SPECIAL NOTICE
-.If this,saw isto be used for commercial,logging, you must order and install a Chain Brake, to .comp!y
with Federal OSHA Regulations forCommerciaI,Logging,,SeeRepairPartsl_ist,orcaU 1-800-235-5878.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ONCRAFTSMAN;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 owners manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workmanship.
This warranty excludes the bar, chain, spark plug and air filter, which are expendable pads, and become worn during
normal use.
If this Gas Chain Saw is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty applies for 30 days from the date of
purchase.
WARRANTY SERVICE tS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THIS CHAIN SAW TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE
CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary fromstate to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Rules ....................................... L-............................ 2
Product Specifications ....................................................... 5
Warranty ........................................................ :................... 5
Accessories ....................................................................... 6
Operation ................................................. ......................... 8
Customer Responsibilities ............................................... I7
Service and Adjustments ................................................ 22
Storage .......................... _........... ,o.................................... 27
Trouble Shooting Points .................................................. 28
Repair Parts .................................................................... 29
Repair Parts Ordedng/Service_ ......................... Back Cover
INDEX
A
Accessories ....................................................................... 6
Air Filter ............................. ;:: ........................................... 20
B
Bar and Chain Oil ............................................................ 10
Bucking..: ......................................................................... 15
C
Carburetor Adjustments .......................... ,....................... 25
Carton Contents ................................................................ 7
Chain Oiler ........................................................................ 9
Chain Sharpening ........................................................... 18
Chain Adjustment ............................................................ 22
Customer Responsibilities ............................................... 17
E
Engine
FuellOil ......................................................................... 10
Spark Plug ................................................................... 20
Starting ......................................................................... 11
Storage ........................................................................ 27
F
Fuel Filter ........................................................................ 21
Fueling ............................................................................. 10
G
Guide Bar and Chain Oil ................................................. 10
Guide Bar Maintenance .................................................. 19
H
How To Use Your Chain Saw ............................................. 9
K
Know Your Chain Saw .......................................... _............ 8
L
Limbing ............................................................................ 16
M
Maintenance Schedule .................................................... 17
Model Number ................................................................... 5
Muffler ............................................................................. 20
O
Operation ........................................................................... 8
Ordering Repair Parts ....................................... Back Cover
P
Product Specifications ....................................................... 5
Pruning ........................................... . ............................... 16
R
Repair Parts .................................................................... 29
• S
Spa_aer_stAdj_Streemen?!S:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: 22
Starter Rope .................................................................... 23
Starting ............................................................................ 11
Storage ............................................................................ 27
T
Throttle Control Group ...................................................... 9
Tree Felling ...................................................................... 12
Trouble Shooting Points .................................................. 28
W
Warranty ............................................................................ 5
ACCESSORIES
These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was originally purchased. They are also available at most
Sears retail outlets and service centers, lVlost Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model num-
ber of your unit.
PERFORMANCE
Spark Plug
MAINTENANCE
2-cycle
_ Engine
0il
3.2 oz.
8 oz.
16 oz.
Air Filter
Gas Can
.'--"\ _ I/L____
_, ,J
Bar Oil
1 qt.
1 gal.
Carrying
Gloves Guide Bar
/
Safety
Goggles
Chain
j
Hearing
Protection
Chain
y
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CARTON CONTENTS
Carrying Case Gloves
\ I/ _.
Gas Can
•Lu_
Fuel/Oil Mix Operator's Manual
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR SERVICE
• Torque Wrench (optional) - Reference torque values are
provided throughout this manual for tightening hardware.
• Bar Tool (included)
TO REMOVE CHAIN SAW FROM CARTON
• Remove loose parts bag included with Chain Saw.
• Remove your saw from the packing material.
• You may use the opened packing material as a work sur-
face,
• After removing the contents from the carton, check parts
against the Carton Contents.
• Examine the parts for damage. Do not use damaged
parts.
• • If parts are missing or damagedplease call the 1.-800
number listed on the front of this manual
NOTE: It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in an empty
fuel tank.
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW (Fig. 6)
READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW, Compare the illus-
trations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for
future reference,
Hand Guard
Chain
CRRFTSNRNo
Throttle
Lockout
Bar Oil "J
Fill Cap /
Starter
Cylinder Cover Housing
Fast Idle
Lock
Front
Handle
Fuel Mix
Fil! Cap
Starter
Rope Handle
On/Stop
Switch
_j_._ Primer
Bulb
Rear Adjusting
Handle Screw
CHAIN TRAVEL
DIRECTION
CRRFTSM N°
Throttle Choke Bar Clamp
Trigger Knob
Catcher
Figure 6
Clamp Guide Bar
Nuts
Listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
in accordance with American National Standards for Gasoline-Powered Chain Saws Safety Requirements
(ANSI B175.1-1991).
The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the engine, The THRO'I-TLE TRIGGER controls engine speed.
The STARTER ROPE HANDLE is used for starting the
engine,
The CHOKE KNOB activates the choke to provide add!-
•t onal fuel to the engfne when starting a cold engine.
The THROTTLE LOCKOUT prevents the THROTTLE
TRIGGER from being squeezed accidentally.
The FAST IDLE LOCK allows for faster engine speeds dur-
ing starting.
The GUIDE BAR 'is designed to carry the chain.
The CUTTERS are designed to cut the wood,
The BAR CLAMP NUTS are designed to hold the guide
bar after adjustments have been completed.
The ADJUSTING SCREW is designed to tension the chain
on the guide bar,
The PRIMER BULB circulates fuel to the carburetor.
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OPERATION
HOW TO USE YOUR CHAIN SAW
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
• Move onlstop switch to the "Stop" position.
• If engine does not stop, pull blue choke knob out fully.
CHAIN OILER (Fig. 7)
• The chain oiler provides continuous lubricatiQn 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.).
• Your chain saw will consume approximately one tank of
bar oil for each tank of fuel used.
• Your chain citer is automatic and requires no adjustment.
L,./,_._f _ Front Handle
... _,, _,_1 I\ _ Fuel Mix
___FTSMRN" e
Figure 7
THROTTLE CONTROL GROUP (Fig. 8)
THROTTLE LOCKOUT
• The throttle lockout prevents unintentional actuation of
the throttle trigger,
• You must depress the throttle lockout with the palm of
your hand before actuating the throttle trigger.
THROTTLE TRIGGER
• The throttle trigger allows for variable control of engine
speed.
• The throttle trigger is actuated bythe index finger on your
right hand. (After the throttle lockout is depressed).
FAST IDLE LOCK
• The fast idle lock allows for faster engine speeds during
starting.
• The fast idle lock is engaged by the following steps:
- Grasp the rear handle and depress the throttle lockout.
- Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and hold.
- Depress the fast idle lock with your thumb and hold.
- Release your grip on the throttle trigger and throttle
lock while continuing to hold the fast idle lock.
NOTE: Verify the throttle trigger stays in the advanced
position.
• Squeezing the throttle trigger wilt release the fast idle
setting, tf the throttle trigger is squeezed accidentally
during starting, it will be necessary to reset throttle
advance.
IJ .,,. Fast Idle
_%,_ _ Lock Throttle
",J | _/"_ / Lockout
-Trigger
Figure 8
CHOKE (Fig. 9) --
• The choke provides additional fuel when starting a cold
engine.
• The choke is actuated by pulling the blue choke knob.
• The choke has three positions: off, partial and full.
Primer "-_ _'_f/ ]_i
STOP
Choke Positions [
._ j
Partial _Eull
Figure 9
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OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
WARNING:
BE SURE TO READ THE FUEL HANDLING
INFORMATION IN THE SAFETY RULES
SECTION ON PAGE 2 OF THIS MANUAL
BEFORE YOU BEGIN.
IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE FUEL
HANDLING SECTION DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
FUEL YOUR UNIT; SEEK HELP FROM
SOMEONE THAT DOES UNDERSTAND THE
FUEL HANDLING.SECTION OR CALL THE
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE AT
1-800-235-5878.
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL
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_se a good grade SAE30 oil until you are
able to obtain Craftsman brand. The oil output is automati-
caUy metered during operation. Your saw will use approxi-
mately onetank'0f bar oil for every tank of fuel mix. Always
fill the bar oil tank when you fill the fuel tank.
GASOLINE
The two-cycle engine on thisproduct requiresa fuel mixture
of regular unleaded gasoline and a quality 40:1
2_cycle engine oil (AIR-COOLED) for lubricationof the bear-
ings and other moving parts.The correct fuel/oil mixture is
40:1 (see Fuel Mixture Chart).Too little oilorthe incorrect oil
type will cause poor performance and may cause the engine
to overheat and seize.
Gasoline and oil must be premixed in aclean approved fuel
container. Always use fresh regular unleaded gasoline.
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline.
IMPORTANT: Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels called gasohol (or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture, which leads to oil/gas separation and for-
mation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the
fuel system of amengine while in storage. To avoid engine
problemS, the fuel_;system should be emptied before storage
for 30,days or longer. Drain the gas tank, then run the fuel
-out of the carburetor and fuel lines by starting the engine
and letting it run until it stops. Use fresh fuel next season.
See STORAGE instructions for additional information. Never
use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or
permanent damage may occur.
FUEL STABILIZER
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the
formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabiliz-
er to gasoline in fuel tank Orstorage container. Always fol-
low the fuel mix ratio found on the stabilizer container. Run
engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer to allowthe
stabilizer to reach the carburetor. You do not have to drain
the fuel tank forstorage if you are using fuel stabilizer.
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle engine oil (AIR-COOLED) is
specially blended with fuel stabilizers. If you do not use this
Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to your fuel tank.
40:1 2-CYCLE AiR-COOLED ENGINE OIL
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle engine oil (AIR-COOLED) is
strongly recommended.This oil is specifically blended with
fuel stabilizers for increased fuel stability (extends fue! life
up to 5 times longer) and reduced smoke.
If CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle engine oil (AIR-COOLED) is
not available, use a good quality 2-cycle engine oil (AIR-
COOLED) that has a recommended fuet mix ratio of 40:1. •
IMPORTANT! Do not use:
• AUTOMOTIVE OIL
• BOAT OILS (NMMA, BIA, etc.)
These oils do not have proper additives for 2-cycle
(AIR-COOLED) engines and can cause engine damage.
GASOLINE AND OIL MIXTURE
MIX GASOLINE AND OIL AS FOLLOWS:
• Consult chart for correct quantities.
• Do not mix gasoline and oil directly in the unit's fuel tank.
FOR ONE GALLON:
• Pour 3.2 ounces of high quatity, 40:t 2-cycle engine oil
(AIR-COOLED) into an empty, approved one gallon
gasoline container.
• Add one gallon of regular unleaded gasoline to the gallon
container, then securely replace:the cap,
Shake the container momentar)ly:
The mixture is now ready for _e. Fuel stabilizer can be
added at this time if desired; follow mixing instructions on
the label.
FUEL MIXTURE CHART
40:1 Fuel:Oil Mix Ratio
Gasoline Oil {fl.oz.)
1 gallon 3.2
2.5 gallons 8.0
NOTE: Fuel containers may hold more than the specified
amount. If too much gasoline is in the container, the result-
ing gas-to-oil fuel mixture will not be correct for proper
engine operation.
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