Craftsman C944.411362 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

2.2 cu.in./36cc 2-Cycle

GASOLINE CHAIN SAW

Model No.

0944,411362 - 16 in, Bar

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• Fran_;ais

For Occasional Use Only C_

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 Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

530088473 3/5/04

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 19

identification of Symbols 2 Troubleshooting Table 20
Safety Rules 3 Emissions Statement 22
Assembly 7 Parts List 24
Operation 8 French 27

Maintenance 14 Parts & Ordering Back Cover
Service and Adjustments 17

LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY FOR CRAFTSMAN _ GAS CHAIN SAW
For one (f) year from the date of purchase Sears Canada, Inc,, will repair or

replace free of charge at Sears option parts which are defective as a result of
materials or workmanship.

COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE:
If this Gas Chain Saw is used for commercial application the warranty is void.

This warranty does NOT cover:

1. Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as chain,
chain bar, starter rope, spark plugs, and filter.

2. Pro-delivery setup, installation of guide bar and chain.

3. Customer neglect; operating Chain Saw without proper fuel mixture or operat-
ing Chain Saw without lubrication.

Warranty service is available by returning the Gas Chain Saw to the nearest

Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while

this product is in use in Canada.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit

legal rights you may have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial
legislation. Furthermore, some provinces do NOT allow limitation on how long an

implied warranty will last so the above limitations may not apply to you.

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario MSB 2B8

WARNING! This chain I _

saw can be dangerous! Care-
less or improper use can cause

serious or even fatal injury.

Always wear appropriate I _

ear protection, eye protec-
tion and head protection.

Read and understand the
instruction manual before

using the chain saw.

Measured maximum kick*
back value without chain

brake for the bar and chain

combination on the label.

Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.

WARNING! Contacting the guidebar tip with any object

should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide bar to

• move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause so*
rious injury.

_I.WARNING:Alwaysdisconnect

sparkplugwirewhenmakingrepairsex-
ceptforcarburetoradjustments.Be-

causeachainsawisahigh-speed
woodcuttingtool,specialsafetyprecau-
tionsmustbeobservedtoreduceriskof

accidents.Carelessorimpreperuseof
thistoolcancauseseriousinjury.

PLANAHEAD

• Restdcttheuseofyoursawtoadult

userswhounderstandandcanfollow

thesafetyrules,precautions,andop-
eretinginstructionsfoundinthis

manual.

•Wearprotectivegear.Alwaysuse
steel-toedsafetyfootwearwithnon-
slipsoles;snug-fittingclothing;

heavy-duty,non-slipgloves;eyepro-
tectionsuchasnon-fogging,vented
gogglesorfacescreen;anapproved
safetyhardhat;andsoundbarriers

(earplugsormufflers)toprotectyour

hearing.Regularusersshouldhave

hearingcheckedregularlyaschain
sawnoisecandamagehearing.

Hearing i SafetyHat

Protection_. _ Eye

_ i_l._-_ Protection

Snug

Fitting- h" _lk_I__P'T Heavy Duty

Clothing Gloves

114 Illi

• Secure hair above shoulder length.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewel-
ry; they can get caught in moving
pads.

• 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 the work area when start-

ing and using the saw.

• Do not handle or operate a chain

saw when you are fatigued, i11,or up-
set, or if you have taken alcohol,
drugs, or medication. You must be in
good physical condition and mentally

alert. If you have any condition that

might be aggravated by strenuous

work, check with doctor before oper-
ating.

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

retreat path.

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, es-
pecially at the end of the cut. Doing

so can cause you to lose control
when the cut is completed.

• Stop engine before setting saw down.

• Hand carry saw 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 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-

3

standers.UseonlyCraftsmanacces-
soriesandreplacementpartsasrec-
ommended.Nevermodifyyoursaw.

• Maintainchainsawwithcare.

• Keepunitsharpandcleanforbetter
andsaferperformance.

• Followinstructionsforlubricatingand
changingaccessories.

•Checkfordamagedparts.Beforefur-
fl_eruseofthechainsaw,aguardor
otherpartthatisdamagedshouldbe
carefullycheckedtodeterminethatit

willoperatepreperiyandperfomqits

intendedfunction.Checkforalignment

ofmovingparts,bindingofmoving

parts,breakageofparts,mountingand
anyotherconditionsthatmayaffectits
operation.Aguardorotherpartthatis

damagedshouldbepreperiyrepaired
orreplacedbyaSearsServiceCentre

unlessotherwiseindicatedelsewhere

intheinstructionmanual.

•Whennotinuse,chainsawsshould
bestoredinadry,highorlocked-up

placeoutofthereachofchildren.

•Whenstoringsaw,useascabbardor

carryingcase.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

• Do not smoke while handling fuel or

while operating the saw.

• Eliminate all sources of sparks or

flame in 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 _,_uctions

Clear The Working Area

41_WARNING: 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.

• Keepworkingareafreefromobstruc-
tionssuchasothertrees,branches,

rocks,fences,stumps,etc.Eliminate

oravoidanyobstructionthatyour
sawchaincouldhitwhilecutting.

•Whencuttingabranch,donotletthe
guidebarcontactanotherbranchor

otherobjectsaroundit.

• Keepsawchainsharpandproperly

tensioned.Alooseordullchaincan

increasethechanceofkickback.
Followmanufacturer'schainsharp-

eningandmaintenanceinstructions.
Checktensionatregularintervals,

butneverwithenginerunning.Make

surechainbrakenutsaresecurely
tightened.

• Beginandcontinuecuttingatfull
speed.Ifthechainismovingata

slowerspeed,thereisgreater
chanceofkickbackoccurring.

• Useextremecautionwhenreenter-

ingacut.

• Donotattemptcutsstartingwiththe

tipofthebar(plungecuts).

•Watchforshiftinglogsorotherforces
thatcouldcloseacutandpinchor
fallintochain.

• UsethespecifiedReduced-Kickback

GuideBarandLow-KickbackChain.

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 saw as 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 Elbow

ed

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 han-
dle when making bucking cuts.

Stand slightly to the left side of the
saw to keep your body from being in
a direct line with the cutting chain.

• Stand with your weight evenly bal-
anced on both feet.

• Do not overreach. You could be
drawn or thrown off balance and lose

control.

• Do not cut above shoulder height. It
is difficult to maintain control of saw

above shoulder height.

KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

_WARNING: The following fea-
tures are included on your saw to help

reduce 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 re-
duce 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 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-Kickback Guide Bar: de-
signed with a small radius tip which

reduces the size of the kickback
danger zone, This type bar has been

demonstrated to significantly reduce
the number and seriousness of kick-

backs.

_ Small Radius

Tip Guide Bar

Large Radius E '_
Tip Guide Bar

• Low-KickbackChain:hasmetkick-
backperformancerequirements when

tested on a representative sample of
chain saws below 3,8 cubic inch dis-

placement.

Low-Kickback Chain

Contoured Depth Gauge

_,_ longated Guard Link

deflects kickback
force and allows

wood to gradually
ride into Cutter

CHAIN BRAKE & CKA ANGLE

• Chain Brake: designed to stop the

chain in the event of kickback,

_WARNING: WE DO NOT REP*

RESENT AND YOU SHOULD NOT AS_
SUME THAT THE CHAIN BRAKE WILL
PROTECT YOU INTHE EVENT OF A KICK*

BACK. Kickback is a lightning fast action

which throws the bar and rotating chain

backand uptoward 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

theoperator, 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 ANYOF
THE DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR SAW.

YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW PROPERLY

AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID KICKBACK.

Reduced-kickback guide bars and low-
kickback saw chains reduce the chance

and magnitude of kickback and are rec-

ommended, Your saw has a low kick-

back chain and bar as original equip-
ment. Repairs on a chain brake should
be made by an authodzed Sears Service

Computed kickback an_lle (CKA) Table

BAR

MODEL P/N Len th

C944.411362 71-36596 _

IAFETY 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 joints 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,

Centre. Take your unit to the place of pur-
chase or to your nearest Sears Service

Centre.

• 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.

_WARNING: Computed kickback
angle (CKA) listed on your saw and

listed in the CKA table below represents
angle of kickback your bar and chain

combinations will have when tested in
accordance with CSA (Canadian Stan-
dards Association) standards. When
purchasing replacement bar and chain,
considerations should be given to the

lower CKA values. Lower CKA values
represent safer angles to the user, high-

er values indicate more angle and high-
er kick energies. Computed angle repre-

sented indicates total energy and angle
associated without activation of the

chain brake dudng kickback. In all cases
lower CKA values represent a safer op-
erating environment for the user.

The following guide bar and chain com-
binations meet kickback requirements
of CSA 2162.1 & Z62.3 when used on
saws listed in this manual. Use of bar

and chain combinations other than
those listed is not recommended and

may not meet the CKA requirements per
standard.

CKA without J

CHAIN P/N chain brake

71-3629 19°
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.

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 Cali-

fornia, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New
Jersey, Oregon, and Washington re-

quire by law that many internal com-
bustion 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 operat-
ing condition of these parts. Failure to

do so is a violation of the law. Refer to
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TABLE

in the MAINTENANCE section.

STANDARDS

CSA Z62.1-1995 "Chain Saws - Oc-

cupational Health and Safety"
CSA Z62.3-1996 "Chain Saw Kick-

back Occupational Health and Safety"

CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-

lowing list.
Model C944,411362

• Chain Saw (fully assembled)

• Bar tool

• 2-cycle engine oil (bar oil not included)
Examine parts for damage. Do not use
damaged parts.

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

14_00-235-587&

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
assembly 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 Hand Guard---_. Front Handle

Adjustment Too, r_ __/

_1 Starter Rope

k_ _S!I ON/StOP

Chain Switch

,__Pr_er

Bar Oil Fill Cap Housing Fuel Mix Fill Cap

Throttle Cylindir Cc,_"_ _

Lockout.-/-LYZI17

Rear _ _'_ d= Adjusting _ P_"_ J Chain
Handle _/"_..2"0_0_ Screw _ Direction

i z,Fj_i€

/_ "_'_-'--_'_"_ Chain Brake / _ S rocket

Throttle Choke Chain '_ Nuts Guide Bar _r HPole
Trigger Knob Brake Chain Catcher

ON/STOP SWITCH

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

THROTTLE TRIGGER

The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls en-
gine speed.
THROTTLE LOCK-OUT

The THROTTLE LOCK-OUT must be

pressed before you can squeeze the

throttle trigger. This feature prevents

you from accidentally squeezing the

trigger.

CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER

The choke and fast idle are set by pull-

ing the CHOKE/FAST iDLE LEVER out

fully for cold or refueled starting. 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.

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

dudng first 30 minutes of operation. You
should check your chain tension fre-

quently. See CHAIN TENSION under the
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS sec_on.

_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

_WARNING: Be sure to read the
fuel handling information in the safety

rules section of this manual before you

begin. If you do not understand the
fuel handling information do not at-
tempt to fuel your unit. Seek help from

someone that does understand the in-
formation or call the customer assis-

tance help line at 1-800-235-5878,

GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL
The chain oiler provides continuous

lubrication to the chain and guide bar.

Be sure to fill the bar oil tank when you
fi[I the fuel tank (Capacity = 6.8 fL oz.),

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 the bar oil tank when

you fi[I the fuel tank.

FUELING ENGINE
_WARNING: Remove fuel cap

slowly when refueling,
This engine is certified to operate on

unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good

quality synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled en-
gine oil. We recommend Craftsman

brand synthetic oil, Mix gasoline and
oil at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is ob-

tained by mixing 95 ml ofoil with 4

litres of unleaded gasoline, Included
with this saw is a 95 ml container of

Craftsman brand oil. Pour the entire

contents of this container into 4 [itres 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

instructions printed on the 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 clean-
er products in the fuel tank or perma-

nent damage may occur.
See the STORAGE section for addition-

al 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,

_WARNING: The chain must not
move when the engine runs at idle

speed, If the chain moves at idle
speed refer to CARBURETOR ADJUST*

MENT within this manual, Avoid con-
tact with the muffler. A hot muffler can

cause serious burns.
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE

• Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP

position.

ON/STOP SWITCH

ON

STARTING YOUR ENGINE

• 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

Ri( Foot Throu

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 starter rope snap back. Hold the
handle and let the rope rewind slowly.

9

Forcoldweatherstarting,starttheunit

atFULLCHOKE;allowtheengineto
warmupbeforesqueezingthethrottle
trigger.

NOTE:DONOTcutmaterialwiththe

choke/fastidleleverattheFULL

CHOKEposition.

STARTINGACOLDENGINE(ora

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 ON posi-
tion.

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

3. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.

4. Pull the starter rope quickly with
your right hand 5 times. Then, pro-
ceed to the next step.

NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is

trying to start before the 5th pull, stop

pulling and immediately proceed to the
next step.

5. Push the choke/fast idle lever in
completely (to the OFF CHOKE

position).

6. Pull the starter rope quickly with
your dght hand until the engine

starts.

7. Allow the engine to run for approxi-
mately 5 seconds. Then, squeeze

and release throttle trigger to allow
engine to return to idle speed.

ON/STOih _

Switch

Lever

CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER

e_ :IEW)

-?:

Chok It

FastIdle Lever OFF FULL

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

1. Move ON/STOP switch to ON posi-

tion.

2. Pull the chokelfast idle lever out to
the full extent, then push the lever

back in completely (to the OFF
CHOKE position).

3. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.

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

starts.

5. Squeeze and release throttle trig-
ger, allowing engine to idle.

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/STOP switch is in the ON position.
Starting could require many pulls de-
pending on how badly the unit is
flooded. If engine still fails to start, refer

to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or
call 1-800-235-5878.

CHAIN BRAKE

_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 replaced
if any part is worn to less than 0.020 inch
(0.5 mm) thick. Repairs on a chain brake

should be made by your Sears Service
Centre. Take your unit to the place of pur-

chase or to the nearest Sears Service
Centre.

• 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

Braking function control
CAUTION: The chain brake must be

checked several times daily. The engine
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.

10

Placethesawonfirmground.Gripthe

rearhandlewithyourrighthandandthe
fronthandlewithyourlefthand.Apply
full throttlebyfullydepressingthe

throttletrigger.Activatethechainbrake

byturningyourleftwristagainstthe

handguardwithoutreleasingyourgrip

aroundthefronthandle.Thechain

shouldstopimmediately.

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. 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 '_feel"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 engine before setting saw down.
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

_WARNING: Check for broken or
dead branches which can fall while cut-
ting causing serious injury. Do not cut

near buildings or electrical wires if you
do not know the direction of tree fall, nor

cut at night since you will not be 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. These 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

;t""""t)" _ - Direction of Fall

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

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a felling cut is made on the opposite
side of tree, the tree will tend to fall in

the direction of the notch.

NOTE: If 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 tree.

Felling cut here

First cut 2.I

Se_ /.__ /_.__ _nge

• After removing the wood, make the
felling cut on the opposite side of the

notch. This is done by making a cut

about two inches higher than the
Centre of the notch. This will leave

enough uncut wood between the fell-

ing 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

Opening of

felling cut
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.

• 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 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.

_WARNING: Do not stand on the
log being cut. Any portion can roll

causing loss of footing and control. Do
not stand downhill of the log being cut.

IMPORTANT POINTS

• Cut only one log at a time.

• Cut shattered wood very carefully;

sharp pieces of wood could be flung

toward operator.

• Use a sawhorse 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 logs

into a clear area before cutting them.
BUCKING TECHNIQUES

_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. Re-

start saw and carefully reenter the cut.

Do not use a metal wedge. Do not at-

tempt 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.

Overcutting Undercutting

Undercutting involves cutting on the

underside of the log with top of saw
against the log. When undercutting

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uselightupwardpressure.Holdsaw
firmlyandmaintaincontrol.Thesaw
willtendtopushbacktowardyou.

_WARNING:Neverturnsawup-

sidedowntoundercut.Thesawcan-

notbecontrolledinthisposition.
Alwaysmakeyourfirstcutonthe

compressionsideofthelog.Thecom-

pressionsideofthelogiswherethe

pressureofthelog'sweightisconcen-
trated.

First cut on compression side of log

Second cut

First cut on compression side of log

BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT

• Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter
of the log,

• Roll the log over and finish with a
second overcut,

• Watch for togs with a compresion
side. 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. (Re-

fer to the illustrations below for your
first and second cut).

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

• Finish with your second cut.

Using a log for support

2ndCut

%t

1st Cut

Using a_nd Cut

L st

t cut

t cot_ .

LIMBING AND PRUNING

,_WARNING: Be alert for and guard
against kickback, Do not allow _qe 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 sedous injury.

_WARNING: 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.
Springpotas 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. 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.

• Frequently clear branches out of the
way to avoid tripping over them.

LIMBING

• Limb a tree only after it is cut down.

• Leave the larger limbs underneath
the felled tree to support the tree as
you work.

• Start at the base of the felled tree
and work toward the top, cutting

branches and limbs. Remove small
limbs with one cut.

• Keep the tree between you and the
chain.

• Remove larger, supporting branches
with the cutting techniques described

in BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.

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

ting could cause limbs to fall and
pinch the saw.

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PRUNING

_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.

• 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 a second cut an overcut
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

3rd cut 1to2 in.
from trunk of tree

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

_WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance

except for carburetor adjustments.

Fill in dates as you complete Befon After Ever Every Service
regular service Use Use 5hrs 25hrs. Yearly Dates

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 mumer and spark
arresting screen

Replace spark plug and fuel filter _'
_ENERAL 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 instruct-

ed in this manual. Various adjustments

will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your unit.

• Once a year, replace the spark plug.
air filter element, and check guide bar
and chain for wear. 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 Centre 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

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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 ifoil 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

_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 you use and refuel your saw.

1. Use the screwdriver end of the

chain adjustment tool (bar tool) to
move chain around guide bar to

ensure kinks do not exist. The
chain should rotate freely.

Chain Brake Screw (Bar Tool)
Nuts

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, rcll chain around
guide barto 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.

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 counterclockwise. Refighten

chain brake nuts.

9. If chain is too loose, it will sag be-
low the guide bar. DO NOT operate
the saw if the chain is loose.

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41_WARNING: If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could

jump off the guide bar and result in se-

rious injury.
CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS

A sharp chain makes wood chips. A
dull chain makes a sawdust powder

and cuts slowly. See CHAIN SHARP*
ENING in the SERVICE AND ADJUST-

MENTS section.
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 ofoil 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 sprock-

et hole.
To maintain guide bar:

• Move ON/STOP switch to STOP.

• Loosen and remove chain brake

nuts and chain brake. Remove bar
and chain from saw.

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• Clean the oil holes and bar groove
after each 5 hours of operation.

Remove Sawdust From

Guide Bar _o_

Oil Holes .

• Burdng 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.

]_._ File Rail Edges_ _._

and Sides

Square

Worn Groove Correct Groove

Replace guide bar when the groove is
worn, the guide bar is bent or cracked,
or when excess heating or burring of
the rails occurs. If replacement is nec-

essary, use only the guide bar speci-
fied for your saw in the repair parts list

or on the decal located on the chain

saw.

CHECK FUEL MIXTURE LEVEL

• See FUELING ENGINE under the OP-
ERATION section.

LUBRICATION

Bar Oil

_Fill,_._Cap

_. . .,,.. . --

• See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL un-

der the OPERATION section.

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.

CHECK CHAIN BRAKE

• See CHAIN BRAKE in the OPERATION

section.

CLEAN 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 15 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. To clean filter:

1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

Remove cylinder cove£
Remove air filter.

Clean the air filter using hot soapy
water. Rinse with clean cool water.

Air dry completely before reinstak
ling.
Lightly oil air filter before installing

toimprove the efficiency of air filter.

Use 2-cycle engine oil or motor oil

(SAE 30). Squeeze excess o11from
filter.

Reinstall air filter.
Reinstall cylinder cover and 3

screws. Tighten securely.

_- Cylinder Cover

Air Filter ..z_ / Screws

Cy,, ?ger

INSPECTMUFFLERAND SPARKAR-
RESTING SCREEN

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.

Muffler Diffuser

Spark
Arresting

Screen

Muffler

Cover
Screw_

Body Muffler

Cover

CLEANING THE SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN

Cleaning is required every 25 hours of
operation or annually, whichever

comes first.

1. Loosen and remove the 2 mumer
cover screws.

2. Remove the muffler cover (cover
snaps off mumer body).

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3. Remove muffler diffuser and sperk
arresting screen assembly. Notice

the orientation of parts for reas-
sembling.

4. Clean the spark arresting screen
with a wire brush. Replace screen

if breaks are found.

5. Replace any broken or cracked
muffler parts.

6. Reinstall diffuser and sperk arrest-
ing screen assembly with round
holes facing up.

7. Reinstall muffter cover and 2
screws. Tighten 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 sperk plug boot.

4. Remove spark plug from cylinder
and discard.

5. Replace with Champion CJ-7Y
spark plug and tighten securely

with a 3/4 inch socket wrench.
Spark plug gap should be 0.025 in.

6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3
screws. Tighten securely.

Screw_ Cylinde

Plug Boot

Plug

REPLACE FUEL FILTER

To replace the 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.

aWARNING: Disconnect the spark

plug before performing maintenance,
service, or adjustments except for car-
buretor adjustments.

CHAIN SHARPENING
Chain sharpening requires special

tools. You can purchase sharpening
tools at Sears or go to a professional

chain sharpener.
CHAIN REPLACEMENT

_WARNING: Wear protective

gloves when handling chain. The

chain is sharp and can cut you even

when it is not moving.

It is normal for a new chain to stretch
during the first 15 minutes of operation.

You should recheck your chain tension

frequency and adjust the chain tension

as required. See CHAIN TENSION sec-

tion.

Replace the old chain when it be-
comes worn or damaged. Use only the

Low-Kickback replacement chain spe-
cified in the repair parts list. The cor-
rect replacement bar and chain is also
specified on a decal located on the

chain saw.
See your Sears Service Centre to ra-

place and sharpen individual cutters

on your chain.

TO REPLACE CHAIN:

1. Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP

position,

2. Remove chain brake nuts.

3. Remove chain brake.

Chain
Brake

Chain Brake

Nuts

4. Turn ad usting scraw on bar coun-
terc ockw se to move the tens on-

ing rack as far as it will go toward
the front of the bar.

Tenson ngR

5. Slide guide bar behind clutch drum
until guide bar stops against clutch
drum sprocket.

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6. Remove the old chain.

7. Carefully remove new chain from
package. Hold chain with the drive

links as shown.

Cutters Depth Gauge

Drive Links

8. Place chain over and behind
clutch, fitting the drive links into the

clutch drum sprocket.

9. Fit bottom of drive links between
the teeth in the sprocket in the
nose of the guide bar.

10. Fit chain drive links into bar
groove.

11. Pull guide bar forward until chain is
snug in the guide bar groove. En-

sure all drive links are in the bar
groove.

12. Install the chain brake.

13. Install chain brake nuts; finger
tighten only. Do not tighten any fur-

ther at this point. Proceed to CHAIN
ADJUSTMENT

CHAIN ADJUSTMENT

See CHAIN TENSION in MAINTENANCE
section.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

_,WARNING: The chain wilt be

moving during most of this procedure.
Wear your protective equipment and
observe all safety precautions. During
the low speed mixture adjustment, re-

check idle speed after each turn of the

screw. The chain must not move at idle

speed.

Carburetor adjustment is critical and if

done improperly can permanently

damage the engine as well as the car-

buretor. If you require further assis-
tance or are unsure about performing
this procedure, call our customer as-

sistance help line at 1-800-235-5878.

Old fuel, a dirty air filter, dirty fuel filter,
or flooding may give the impression of

an improperly adjusted carburetor.

Check these conditions before adjust-

ing the carburetor.
The carburetor has been carefully set

at the factory. Adjustments may be

necessary if you notice any of the fol-

lowing conditions:

• Chain moves at idle. See IDLE
SPEED-T under adjusting procedure.

• Saw will not idle. See IDLE SPEED-T
and LOW SPEED MIXTURE-L under

adjusting procedure.

• Engine dies or hesitates when it
should accelerate. See ACCELERA*

TION CHECK under adjusting
procedure.

• Loss of cutfing power. See HIGH
SPEED MIXTURE-H under adjusting
procedure.

There are three adjustment screws on
the carburetor. They are labeled H, L,
and T. They are located in the area just

above the primer bulb.
ADJUSTING PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Do not force the plastic

limiter caps beyond the built-in stops
or damage will occur.

Initial Settings

1. Turn both mixture screws (L and H)

counterclockwise until they stop.

2. Turn the idle speed screw (T)

clockwise until it stops. Then turn it
counterclockwise 4 and 1/2 turns.

3. Start engine and let it run for 3 min-

utes, then proceed to adjust
screws according to the instruc-

tions below. If engine performance
at initial settings is acceptable, no

further adjustments are necessary.

If engine does not start, refer to the

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE. If still
unable to remedy situation, call

1-800-235-5878.

Idle Speed-T

Allow engine to idle. If the chain
moves, idle is too fast. If the engine
stalls, idle is too slow. Adjust speed
until engine runs without chain move-
ment (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too

slow).

• Turn idle screw (T) clockwise to in-
crease engine speed.

• Turn idle screw (T) counterclockwise
to decrease engine speed.

Low Speed Mixture-L

Allow engine to idle. Then accelerate
the engine and note performance. If
engine hesitates, bogs down, or

smokes during acceleration, turn low
speed mixture screw (L) clockwise in

1/16-turn increments until performance
is satisfactory. Repeat this procedure
as necessary for proper adjustment.
After completing adjustments, check

for acceleration and chain movement
at idle. Reset if necessary.

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High Speed Mixture-H

DO NOT operate engine at full throttle
for prolonged periods while making ad-
justments. Damage to the engine can
occur. Make a test cut. Based on per-
formance of the saw while cutting, ad-
just the high speed mixture setting in

1/16-turn increments as follows:

• Turn the high speed mixture screw (H)
clockwise until saw has good power in

the cut with no hesitation. Do not ad-
just by sound or speed, but judge by

how well the saw performs in the cut.

• Turn the high speed mixture screw
(H) counterclockwise if the saw has
speed, but dies in the cut or lacks
power in the cut.

After completing adjustments, check
for acceleration and chain movement

at idle. Reset if necessary.
Acceleration Check

Ifthe engine dies or hesitates instead of
accelerating, turn the low speed mixture
screw (L) counterclockwise until you

have smooth acceleration with no chain
movement at idle.

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41_WARNING: Perform the following

steps after each use:

• Allow the engine to cool, and secure
the unit before storing or transport-

ing.

• Store chain saw and fuel in a well
ventilated area where fuel vapors

cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or

switches, furnaces, etc.

• Store chain saw with all guards in

place and position chain saw so that
any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury.

• Store chain saw well out of the reach
of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare your unit for storage at the
end of the season or if it will not be

used for 30 days or more.
If your chain saw is to be stored for a
period of time:

• Clean saw thoroughly before stor-
age.

• Store in a clean dry area.

• Lightly oil external metal surfaces
and guide bar.

• Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy pa-

per or cloth.

FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA_
TION section of this manual, see mes-
sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding

the use of gasohol in your chain saw.

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alter-

native in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel
tank or fuel storage container. Follow

the mix instructions found on stabilizer
containers. Run engine at least 5 min-
utes after adding stabilizer.

Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air
cooled) is especially blended with fuel

stabilizer. If you do not use this Sears
oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to your

fuel tank.
ENGINE

• Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea-
spoon of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air

cooled) through the spark plug open-
ing. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to

10 times to distribute oil.

• Replace spark plug with new one of
recommended type and heat range.

• Clean air filter.

• Check entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-

aged, broken, or worn parts.

• At the beginning of the next season,
use only fresh fuel having the proper

gasoline to oil ratio.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one sea-
son to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if it starts
to rust.

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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

_j. WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before perform-

ing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require

TROUBLE REMEDY

1. Move ON/STOP switch toON.

Engine will not
start or will run

only a few
seconds after

starting.

Engine will
not idle

properly.

Engine will not

accelerate,

lackspoweB

ordies under

_load.

Engine
smokes

excessively.

Engine runs
hot.

operation of the unit.

CAUSE

f. ON/STOP switch in

STOP position.

2. Engine flooded.

3. Fuel tank empty.

4. Spark plug not firing.

5. Fuel notreaching
carburetor.

6. Carburetor requires
adjustment.

7. None of the above.

1. Idle speed set too high
or too low.

2. Low Speed Mixture
requires adjustment.

3. Crankshaft seals worn.

4. Compression low.

5. None of the above.

1.Air filter dirty.

2. Spark plug fouled.

3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.

4. Exhaust ports or muf*

fler outlets plugged.

5. Compression low.

6. Chain brake engaged.

7. Noneof the above.

1. Choke partially on.

2. Fuel mixture incorrect.

3. Air filter dirty.

4. High Speed Mixture
requires adjustment.

5. Crankcase leak.

1. Fuel mixture incorrect.

2. Spark plug incorrect.

3. High Speed Mixture
set too lean.

4. Exhaust ports or muf-
fief outlets plugged.

5. Carbon build-up on
spark arresting screen.

6. Starter housing dirty

7. None of the above.

2. See"Difficult Starting" in the
Operation Section.

3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.

4. Install new spark plug.

5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.

6. See"Carburetor Adjustment" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.

7. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the

Service and Adjustments Section.

2. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.

3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

1. Clean or replace air filter.

2. Clean or replace plug and regap.

3. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.

4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

6. Disengage chain brake.

7. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

1. Adjust choke.

2. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.

3. Clean or replace air filter.

4. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.

5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

1. See "Fueling Engine" inthe Operation
section.

2. Replace with correct plug.

3. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.

4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

5. Clean spark arresting screen.

6. Clean starter housing area.

7. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE - Continued

TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Oi_inadequate 1. Oil tank empty. 1. Fill oil tank.
for bar and 2. Oil pump oroil filter 2. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
chain clogged.

lubrication. 3. Guide bar oil hole 3. Remove bar and clean.

blocked.

Chain moves at 1. Idle speed requires 1. See"CarburetorAdjustment" in the

idle speed, adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Clutch requires repair. 2. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

Chain does not 1. Chain tension too 1.See"Check Chain Tension" in the
move when en- tight. Maintenance Section.

gine is acceler* 2. Carburetor requires 2. See"Carburetor Adjustment" in the
ated. adjustment. Service andAdjustments Section.

3. Guide bar rails 3. Repair or replace.
pinched.

4. Clutch slipping. 4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

5. Chain brake engaged. 5. Disengage chain brake.

Chain clatters 1. Chain tension incorrect.
or cuts roughly.

Chain stops
within the cut.

Chain cuts at
an angle.

2. Cutters damaged.

3. Chain worn.

4. Cutters dull, improperly
sharpened, or depth
gauges too high.

5. Sprocket worn.

6. Chain installed
backwards.

1. Chain cutter tops not

filed flat.

2. Guide bar burred or

bent; rails uneven.

3.Clutch slipping.

1. Cutters damaged on
one side.

2. Chain dull on one side.

3. Guide bar bent or worn.

1. See "Check Chain Tension" in the
Maintenance Section.

2. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

3. Resharpen or replace chain.

4. See "Chain Sharpening" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.

5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

5. Install chain in right direction.

1. See "Chain Sharpening" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.

2. Repair or replace guide bar.

3. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

1.See "Chain Sharpening" inthe
Service and Adjustments Section.

2. See "Chain Sharpening" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.

3. Replace guide bar.

If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good

judgement, If you need assistance, contact Sears Service or the CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE HELPUNE at 1-800-235-5878.

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YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND

OBLIGATIONS: The U. S. Environ-

mental Protection Agency/Environ-
ment Canada and Sears Canada, Inc.,

are pleased to explain the emissions
control system warranty on your year

2001-2004 small off-road engine.
Sears Canada must warrant the emis-

sion control system on your small off-
road engine for the pedods of time listed
below provided there has been no

abuse, neglect, or improper mainte-
nance of your small off-reed engine.
Your emission control system includes

parts such as the carburetor and the
ignition system. Where a warrantable

condition exists, Sears Canada will re-
pair your small off-reed engine at no
cost to you. Expenses covered under

warranty include diagnosis, parts and

labor. MANUFACTURER'S WARRAN-

TY COVERAGE: If any emissions re-

lated part on your engine (as listed un-
der Emissions Control Warranty Parts

List) is defective or a defect in the mate-
dals or workmanship of the engine

causes the failure of such an emission
related part, the part will be repaired or

replaced by Sears Canada. OWNER'S

WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As
the small off-road engine owner, you

are responsible for the performance of

the required maintenance listed in your

instruction manual. Sears Canada rec-

ommends that you retain all receipts

covedng maintenance on your small off-
road engine, but Sears Canada cannot
deny warranty solely for the lack of re-
ceipts or for your failure to ensure the
performance of all scheduled mainte-
nance. As the small off-road engine

owner, you should be aware that Sears

Canada may deny you warranty cover-
age if your small off-reed engine or a

part of it has failed due to abuse, ne-

glect, improper maintenance, unap-

proved modifications, or the use of parts
not made or approved by the odginal

equipment manufacturer. You are re-
sponsible for presenting your small off-
road engine to a Sears Canada autho-
dzed repair center as soon as a problem
exists. Warranty repairs should be com-

pleted in a reasonable amount of time,
not to exceed 30 days. If you have any

questions regarding your warranty dghts
and responsibilities, you should contact
your nearest authodzed service center

or call Sears Canada at

1-800-665-4455. WARRANTY COM-
MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty pe-
dod begins on the date the small off-
road engine is purchased. LENGTH OF
COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for
a pedod of two years from the initial date
of purchase. WHAT IS COVERED: RE-

PAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS.

Repair or replacement of any warranted
part will be performed at no charge to
the owner at an approved Sears Cana-

da servicing center. If you have any
questions regarding your warranty rights
and responsibilities, you should contact
your nearest authodzed service center

or call Sears Canada at

1-800-665-4455. WARRANTY PE-
RIOD: Any warranted part which is not

scheduled for replacement as required
maintenance, or which is scheduled only

for regular inspection to the effect of "re-
pair or replace as necessary" shall be
warranted for 2 years. Any warranted
part which is scheduled for replacement
as required maintenance shall be war-

rented for the period of time up to the
first scheduled replacement point for that
part. DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not
be charged for diagnostic labor which

leads to the determination that a war-
rented part is defective if the diagnostic

work is performed at an approved Sears
Canada servicing center. CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES: Sears Canada
may be liable for damages to other en-
gine components caused by the failure
of a warranted part still under warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All failures
caused by abuse, neglect, or improper

maintenance are not covered. ADD-ON
OR MODIFIED PARTS: The use of

add-on or modified parts can be
grounds for disallowing a warranty claim.

Sears Canada is not liable to cover fail-
ures of warranted parts caused by the

use of add-on or modified parts. HOW
TO FILE A CLAIM: If you have any
questions regarding your warranty rights
and responsibilities, you should contact

your nearest authodzed service center
or call Sears Canada at

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1-800-665-4455.WHERE TO GET

WARRANTY SERVICE: Warranty ser-
vices or repairs shall be provided at all

Sears Canada service centers. Call
1-800-665-4455. MAINTENANCE,

REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OF
EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any

Sears Canada approved replacement
part used in the performance of any

warranty maintenance or repair on emis-

sion related parts will be provided with-
out charge to the owner if the part is un-
der warranty. EMISSION CONTROL

WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor,

Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up
to maintenance schedule), Ignition Mod-

ule. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT:
The owner is responsible for the perfor-

mance of all required maintenance as
defined in the instruction manual.

The information on the product label indicates which standard your engine is certified.
Example: (Year) EPA Phase 1 or Phase 2 and/or CALiFORNiA.

This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:

[] Moderate (50 hours)
[] Intermediate (125 hours)
[] Extended (300 hours)

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Dear Customer,
_nmanufacturing this product, many steps have been taken to provide you with the highest

quality. Unfortunately, errorsor omissions cccasionally occur. Inthe eventthatyou find a mis*
sing or defective part, please contact your nearest Sears store.

SERVICE AND REPAIR PARTS

CALL 1-888-665-4455"

Keep this number handy should you require a service cal_or need to order repair parts.

Ifordering parts make sureyou have the name, make and model no. of the merchandise

and the name and number of the part you wish to order.

* If calling locally, pJease use one of the following numbers:

Regina - 566-5124 Montreal - 333-5740
Toronto - 744_4900 Halifax - 454_2444

Kitchener - 894*7590 Ottawa - 738-4440

Vancouver-420-8211