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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
8 _ R8
Operator's
Manual
Model No.
358.352380 *
358.356180
358.356230
A fully assembled Unit
CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE
1..800-235..5878
_ARNING:
READ THE OPERATOR'_
MANUAL AND FOLLOW
ALL WARNfNGS AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY.
Always Wear Eye Protection
CRRFTSMRN
2.3 cu. in./38cc 2-CYCLE
18" GUIDE BAR
GASOLINE CHAIN SAW
Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service Adjustments
Repair Parts
• Table of Contents -
Inside Back Cover
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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530-083046- 8/29/94
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SAFETY RULES
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WARNING:
ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT
SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN. SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUST-
ING OR MAKING REPAIRS EXCEPT CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS.
BECAUSE A CHAIN SAW IS A HIGH,SPEED WOOD-CUTTING TOOL, SPECIAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
MUST BE OBSERVED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ACCIDENTS. CARELESS OR IMPROPER USE OF
THIS TOOL CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
Snug:
Fitting .__
Clothing
Safety Hat
Heavy Duty Gloves
,/
Safety Chaps
Safety
Shoes
Figure 1
KNOW YOUR SAW
Read your operator's manual carefully until you com-
pletely understandand can follow all safety rules, precau-
tions, and operating instructions before attempting to
operate the unit.
Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who under-
stand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and oper-
ating instructionsfound in thismanual.
PLAN AHEAD
Wear protective gear. Figure 1. Always use steel-toed
safety footwear with non-slfp 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 mufflers to protect your hearing. Regu,ar users
should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw
noise can damage 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 have any condition which might be aggravated
by strenuous work, check with your doctor before operat-
ing achain 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 cam/the chain saw
with the muffler away from your body, and the guide
bar and chain to the rear, preferably covered with a
scabbard.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in the areas
where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored. There should
be no smoking, open flames, or work that could cause
sparks.
Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area, on bare
ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well-ventilated
place; and use an approve, marked container for fuel.
Wipe up all spilled fuel before starting your saw.
Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fuel and
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 on dry leaves, straw, paper, etc.
Stowly remove fuel cap and refuel unit.
Store tool and fuel in an area where fuel vapors can-
not reach sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc
SAFETY NOTICE
Exposure to vibrations through prolongeduseof gasoline powered hand units could causebloodvessel or nerve damage inthe fingers, hands, and wrists of peo-
ple prone to circulation disordersor abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weatherhas been linkedto blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If
symptomsoccur such as numbness,pain. loss of strength, change in skincoloror texture,orloss of feeling in the fingers, hands or wrists, discontinuethe use of
this unit and seek medicalattention.An anti-vibrationsystem does not guaranteethe avoidanceof these problems. Users who operatepower tools on a continual
_nd regular basis must monitor closely theirphysical condition and the conditionof this tool.
"LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS -
am" ATTENTION" ,' BECOME ALERT'" YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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SAFETY RULES
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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 one-handed
operation. A chain saw is intended for two-handed use.
Operate the chain saw only in outdoor areas.
Do not operate saw from a ladder or in atree, unless
specifically trained to do so.
Position all parts of your body to the left of cut and
away from the saw chain when the engine is running.
Cut wood only. Do not use your saw to pry or shove
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 acut or kerr.
Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush
and saplings. Slender material can catch the saw chain
and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance.
Be alert for springback when cutting a limb that is
under tension so you will not be struck by the limb or saw
when the tension inthe wood fibers is released.
Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of acut.
Applying pressure can cause you to lose control when
the cut is compJeted.
Stop the engine before setting the saw down.
• Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fasteners
securely tightened.
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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 saw chain stops moving when the
throttle trigger is released. For correction, refer to
,'Carburetor Adjustments."
Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object.
Inspect the 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 attach-
ments supplied or specifically recommended by the man-
ufacturer.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
Stop the unit before transporting.
Allow the engine to cool, cover the bar and chain, and
secure the unit before storing or transporting in a vehicle.
Empty the 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 it stops.
Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
Store unit so the chain cannot accidentally cause injury.
Store the unit out of the reach of children.
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GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK - Kickback is a dangerous reaction that can lead to serious injury.
KICKBACK WARNING:
KICKBACK CAN OCCUR WHEN THE
MOVING CHAIN CONTACTS AN OBJECT
AT THE UPPER PORTION OF THE TIP
OF THE GUIDE BAR OR WHEN THE
WOOD CLOSES IN AND PINCHES THE
CHAIN IN THE CUT. CONTACT AT THE
UPPER PORTION OF THE TIP OF THE
GUIDE BAR 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. IF THE
CHAIN IS PINCHED ALONG THE TOP OF
THE GUIDE BAR, THE GUIDE BAR CAN
BE DRIVEN RAPIDLY BACK TOWARD
THE OPERATOR. EITHER OF THESE
REACTIONS CAN CAUSE LOSS OF SAW
CONTROL WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERI-
OUS 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.
Rotation
Kickback
Path
Figure 2
Avoid
Obstructions
Clear The
Working Area
Figure 3
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SAFETY RULES
MAINTAIN CONTROLNever Reverse
Hand Positions
i
i_ Stand To
The Left
Of The Saw
locked
On
Under Side
Of Handlebar
Figure 4
REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK
i 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 moving 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 avoid any obstruction that your chain
could hit while you are cuttingthrougha particularlog or
branch.
Keep your chain sharp and properly tensioned. A
loose or dull chain can increase the chance of kickback
to occur. Follow manufacturer's chain sharpening and
maintenance instructions.Check tension at regular inter-
vals with the engine stopped, never with the engine run-
ning. Make sure the bar clamp nuts are securely tight-
ened after tensioning the chain.
Begin and continue cutting at full throttle, If the chain
is moving at a slower speed, there is greater chance for
kickback to occur.
Cut one log at a time.
Use extreme caution when re-entering a previous cut.
io 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.
ieep a good, firm grip on the saw with both hands
when the engine is running and don't let go. Figure 4.
A firm gripcan neutralize kickback and help you maintain
control of the saw. Keep the fingers of your left hand
encirclingand 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 positions for any type of cut-
ting.
iStand 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 the saw.
°Do not cut above shoulder height. It is difficult to main-
tain control of saw above shoulder height,
UNDERSTANDING REACTIVE FORCES
Pinch-Kickback and Pull-In occur when the chain is
suddenly stopped by being pinched, caught, or by con-
tacting a foreign object in the wood. This sudden stop-
ping of the chain results in a reversal of the chain force
used to cut wood and causes the saw to move inthe oppo-
site directionof the chain rotation,Either reactioncan result
in lossof control and possible 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 rapidly forward,
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KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
_ WARNING:
THE FOLLOWING FEATURES ARE
INCLUDED ON YOUR SAW TO HELP
REDUCE THE HAZARD OF KICKBACK;
HOWEVER, SUCH FEATURES WILL NOT
TOTALLY ELIMINATE THIS DANGER-
OUS REACTION. AS A CHAIN SAW
USER, DO NOT RELY ONLY ON SAFETY
DEVICES. YOU MUST FOLLOW ALL
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, INSTRUC-
TIONS, AND MAINTENANCE 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
Guide Bar is one which has been demonstrated to signifi-
cantly reduce the number and seriousness of kickbacks
when tested in accordance with ANSI B175.1-1991.
Low-Kickback Chain, designed with a contoured depth
gauge and guard link which deflects kickback force and
allow wood to gradually ride into the cutter. Figure 5.
Low-Kickback Chain is chain which has met kickback
performance requirements of ANSI Bf 75.1 when tested
on a representative sample of chain saws below 3.8
cubic inch displacement specified in ANSI B175.1
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Handguard, designed to reduce the chance of your left
hand contacting the chain if your hand slips off the front
handlebar.
• Position front and rear handlebars, designed with dis-
tance 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 of the saw back toward the operator
if kickback occurs.
* ANSI B175.1-1991 - Safety requirements for gasoline
powered chain saws as set by the American National
Standards Institute, Inc., Standard B!75.1-1991.
Reduced Kickback Smelt
Symmetrical Guide Bar Radius Tip
Contoured
Depth Gauge
JElongated
_.,_,._-I'* Guard L| nk
_, _ _1 Deflects
IAnd A_Iows Wood
\To Gradually
Low-Kickback Ride Into Cutter
Chain
Symmetrical
Guide Bar
"_r'--_Can Obstruct
Material
Large Chain Wit_ High
Radius Tip Kickback Potential
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CONGRATULATIONSonyour purchaseof a Sears
CraftsmanGaschainSaw.Ithasbeendesigned,engineered
andmanufacturedtogiveyouthebestpossibledependability
andperformance.
Shouldyouexperienceanyproblemsyoucannoteasily reme-
dy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Center
/Department. Sears has competent, wel! trained technicians
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:
SERIAL NUMBER:
358.352380
358.356180
358.356230
DATE OF PURCHASE:
THE MODELANDSERIALNUMBER WtLLBEFOUND
ON THEPRODUCT.
YOU SHOULD RECORDBOTH SERIAL NUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASED AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement may be available on this
product. Contact your nearest Sears Store for details.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Read and observe the safety rules.
Fol_owa regular schedule in maintaining, caring for, and
using your unit.
Follow the instruction under"Customer Responsibilities" and
"Storage" sections of this Operator's Manual.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
GUIDE BAR.............................. 18" Guide Bar
CHNN ....................................... Low Profile 3/8" Pitch
Chrome Cutters
DISPLACEMENT......................2.3 cu. in./38 cc
ENGINE.................................... 2-cycle Air Cooled
FUEL MIX................................. 40:1 (3.2 oz oil per gallon
gas)
OILER,......................................Automatic
IGNITION.................................. Solid State
SPARK PLUG........................... Champion (CJ-7Y)
SEARS 71-85849 Std.
SPARK PLUG GAP................... 025"
MUFFLER.................................Temperature Limiting/
Spark Arresting Screen
SPECIAL NOTICE
Your saw is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler
and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements
of California Codes 442 and 443. All U.S. forest land and
the states of California, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey,
Washington, and Oregon require many intemal 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 main-
taining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to
do so is a violation of the law. Refer to the Spark
Arrrestor section under "Customer Responsibilities" for
'maintenance.
MANUFACTURED UNDER THE FOLLOWING U.S. PATENT:
4,940,028. OTHER U.S. AND FOREIGN PATENTS PENDING.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS CHAIN SAW
For One Year from date of purchase, when this Craftsman 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 parts, 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 ol
3urchase.
A/ARRANTY SERVICE 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 from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., DEPT. 817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
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Parts bag contents not shown full size
(1) Chain
356180 - C2)Chains
Bar Tool
Parts packed separtely in carton
ENGINE
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CAn_NA#"
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
GUIDE BAR
2-CYCLE
ENGINE OIL
(Bar Oil not included)
Purchase Craftsman Bar
and Chain Oil Separately
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
Bar Tool (included)
IMPORTANT:MODEL 358.352380 IS A FULLY
ASSEMBLED UNIT. THE HANDGUARD, GUIDE
BAR, AND CHAIN HAVE BEEN PRE-ASSEMBLED.
TO REMOVE CHAIN SAW FROM CARTON
Remove loose parts included with chain saw,
Slide guide bar out of cardboard liner.
Use cardboard finer as a work surface during assembly
of saw
NOTE: It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in an
empty fuel tank.
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
IF THIS UNIT IS RECEIVED ASSEMBLED,
REPEAT ALL STEPS IN THIS SECTION
TO BE SURE ASSEMBLY IS CORRECT
AND PROPERLY ADJUSTED FOR THE
OPERATOR.
HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR
CHAIN SAW
BAR AND CHAIN ASSEMBLY
(Fig. 7, 8, 9, 10 ,11,12, 13 & 14)
DANGER:DO NOT START THE ENGINE WITHOUT THE
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN COMPLETELY
ASSEMBLED. OTHERWISE, THE CLUTCH
CAN COME OFF AND SERIOUS INJURY CAN
RESULT.
Loosen and remove bar clamp nut.
Loosen and remove bar c_amp screw.
Remove bar clamp.
Remove and throw away shipping spacer.(Co!or of
shipping spacer may vary.)
Bar damp screw
Bar Clamp ,,Spacer
(throw away)
Clamp
Figure 6
Turn adjusting screw by hand counterclockwise until
adjusting pin just touches the step.
Adjusting Screw
GuideBar Mounting Bolt
/
Slotted end
/
Guide Bar
Lower Hole"
Figure 8
Carefully remove chain from bag. Hold chain with the
drive links as shown in figure 9.
Place chain over and behind the clutch drum. Fig.10.
Fit bottom of drive links between teeth in nose sprocket.
Fit chain drive links into top of guide bar. Fig. 11.
Cutters Depth
!%
Drive
Links
Backside of
Clutch Drum
Figure 9 Figure 10
Guide Bar
Mounting Bolt
Guide bar
Adjusting Pin Sprocket
Figure t1
Figure 7
Mount guide bar with slotted end over the guide bar
mounting bolt.
• insert adjusting pin in the tower hole in the guide bar.
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ASSEMBLY
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Pull guide bar forward untir chain is snug in guide bar
groove.
° Install bar clamp.
Guide Bar
Figure 12
Install bar clamp screw.
Install bar clamp nut and finger tighten only. Do not
tighten any further at this point.
o Now proceed to the "Chain Adjustment" Section.
Lift up tip of guide bar to check for sag, release tip of
guide bar, then turn adjusting screw 1/4 turn clock-
wise. Repeat this step until a sag does not exist.
While lifting tip of guide bar, tighten bar clamp nut with
the bar tool (provided). Torque 10-20 ft-lbs.
Adjusting Screw
Clamp
Guide Bar 1/4 Turn
Figure 15
To check chain tension:
Use the screwdriver end of the bar tool to move chain
around the guide bar.
If chain does not rotate, it is tootight- slightly loosen
bar clamp nut and turn adjusting screw 1/4 turn coun-
terclockwise. Re-tighten bar clamp nut.
If chain is too loose, loosen bar clamp nut; then, turn
adjusting screw I/4 turn clockwise. Lift up tip of guide
bar to check for sag. Re-tighten bar clamp nut.
Bar Clamp Nut
Figure 13
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT (Fig. 14, 15 & 16)
o Roll chain around guide barto ensure kinks do not
exist, (rotates freely),
- Turn adjusting screw clockwise until chain just barely
touches the bottom of guide bar.
Adjusting Screw
Bar Tool
Nut
Figure 16
CHECK LIST
Make sure the bar clamp nut is tight and there are no
loose parts.
Make sure the guide bar and chain are secure.
Make sure bar clamp screw is tight.
Figure 14
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OPERATION
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KNOWYOUR CHAIN SAW (Fig. 17)
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READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW. Compare the
illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual
for future reference.
Front
Handle
Choke
Lever
I1,_/ Fue,M,x
BarOi_" I l__.-_ F,_Cap
Chain -- _ /0 \\ 7_"_4_,
AaJ"s_g/"--" l
Screw Starter /
Rope Handle Starter On/Sto ) Switch
Housing
Rear
Handle
Throttle
Lockout
Handguard
Chain Travel
l Bar Clamp
Thro_e Bar Clamp Nut
Trigger
Guide Bar
' Figure 17 .........
The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop the engine. The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls engine speed.
The STARTER ROPE HANDLE is used for starting the
engine.
The CHOKE LEVER provides additional fue! to the
engine when starting a cold engine.
The THROTTLE LOCKOUT prevents the THROTTLE
TRIGGER from being squeezed accidentally.
The GUIDE BAR is designed to carry the chain.
The CUTTERS are designed to cut the wood.
The BAR CLAMP NUT is designed to hold the guide bar
after adjustments have been completed.
The ADJUSTING SCREW is designed to tension the
chain around the guide bar.
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STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
Move ON/STOP switch to the "Stop" position.
If engine does not stop, move choke lever to the "On"
position.
CHAIN OILER (Fig. 18)
Your chain saw will consume one tank of bar oil for
each tank of fuel used.
The chain oiler provides continuous lubrication to the
chain and guide bar. Be sure to fill the bar oil tank
when you fill the fuel tank (Capacity = 10.4 fl.oz.).
Overcut Undercut
Figure 20
.* Position the bottom of the front saw frame against the log.
During cutting, keep the saw frame against the log.
Figure 18
THROTTLE TRIGGER & LOCKOUT (Fig. 19)
The throttle trigger controls engine speed. At idle, a
centrifugal clutch automatically disengages the chain.
The throttle lockout prevents unintentional activation of
the throttle trigger. Also, the throttle lockout must be
depressed before the throttle trigger can be
depressed.
Throttle
Lockout
\ Throttle
._ Trigger
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Figure 19
CUTTING TECHNIQUES (Fig. 20 & 21)
• Overcutting -begin on the top side of the log with the
bottom of the saw against the log; exert lightpressure
downward.
Undercutting - begin on the under side of the tog with
the top of the saw against the log; exert light pressure
upward. During undercutting, the saw will tend to push
back at you. Be prepared for this reaction and hold the
saw firmly to maintain control.
\
Front Saw Frame"
Figure 21
CUTTING SPEED
• Accelerate engine to full throttle before entering cut by
squeezing the throttle trigger.
Never cut with engine at partial throttle speed.
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OPERATION USE/TIPS
Cut wood only. Do not cut metal; plastics; masonry;
men-wood building materials; etc.
• Stop the saw if the chain strikes aforeign object.
Inspect the saw and repair or replace parts as neces-
sary.
Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even asmall
amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain and thus
increase the possibility of kickback.
To get the "feel" of using your saw before you begin a
major sawing operation, practice cutting a few small logs
using the following technique:
Accelerate engine to full throttle before entering cut by
squeezing the throttle trigger.
Begin cutting with the saw frame against the tog.
- Keep.engine at full throttle during cutting procedure.
° Allow the chain to cut for you; exert only light down-
ward pressure. If you force the cut, damage to the bar,
chain, or engine can result.
Release the throttle trigger as soon as the cut is com-
pleted, allowing the engine to idle. If you run the unit at
full throttle without cutting, unnecessary wear can
occur to the chain, bar, and engine.
To avoid losing control when completing the cut, do
not put pressure on the saw during the end of the cut.
Stop engine before setting unit down after operation.
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OPERATION - SAFETY
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GENERAL SAFETY
WARNING:
IF SAW BECOMES PINCHED OR HUNG IN A
LOG, DO NOT TRY TO FORCE IT OUT. YOU
CAN LOSE CONTROL OF THE SAW
RESULTING IN INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE
TO THE SAW. STOP THE SAW, DRIVE A
WEDGE OF PLASTIC OR WOOD INTO THE
CUT UNTIL THE SAW CAN BE REMOVED
EASILY. RESTART THE SAW AND
CAREFULLY RE-ENTER THE CUT. TO
AVOID KICKBACK AND CHAIN DAMAGE,
DO NOT USE A METAL WEDGE. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO RE-START YOUR SAW
WHEN IT IS PINCHED OR HUNG IN A LOG.
KICKBACK CAN OCCUR WHEN THE
MOVING CHAIN CONTACTS AN OBJECT
AT THE UPPER PORTION OF THE TIP OF
THE GUIDE BAR OR WHEN THE WOOD
CLOSES IN AND PINCHES THE SAW CHAIN
IN THE CUT. CONTACT AT THE UPPER
PORTION OF THE TIP OF THE GUIDE BAR
CAN CAUSE THE CHAIN TO DIG INTO THE
OBJECT AND STOP THE CHAIN FOR AN
INSTANT. THE RESULT IS A LIGHTNING
FAST, REVERSE REACTION WHICH KICKS
THE GUIDE BAR UP AND BACK TOWARD
_THE OPERATOR. IF THE SAW CHAIN IS
PINCHED ALONG THE TOP OF THE GUIDE
BAR, THE GUIDE BAR CAN BE DRIVEN
RAPIDLY BACK TOWARD THE OPERA-
TOR. EITHER OF THESE REACTIONS CAN
CAUSE LOSS OF SAW CONTROL WHICH
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
AVOID REACTIVE PINCH FORCES
Pinch-Kickback and Pull-in occur when the chain is sud-
denly stopped by being pinched, caught, or by contact-
ing a foreign object in the wood. This sudden 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. Pinch-Kickback drives the
saw straight back toward the operator. Pull-In pulls the
saw away from the operator. Either reaction can result in
loss of control and possibly serious injury.
TO AVOID PINCH-KICKBACK:
Be extreme_ aware of situations or obstructions that
can cause material to pinch the top of or otherwise
stop the chain.
°Do not cut more than one log at a time.
°do not twist the saw as the bar is withdrawn from an
under-cut when bucking.
TO AVOID PULL-IN:
Always begin cutting with the engine at full throttle and
the front saw frame against the wood.
Use wedges made of plastic or wood, (never of metal)
to hold the cut open.
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TREE FELLING
WARNING:
IF THE TRUNK OR LIMBS ARE ROTTING,
THEY CAN FALL UNEXPECTEDLY AND
CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
AS YOU MAKE YOUR FELLING CUT, IF
THE SAW APPEARS TO BE BINDING,
THE TREE IS STARTING TO FALL IN
THE WRONG DIRECTION. iMMEDIATELY
STOP THE SAW AND USE A FELLING
WEDGE AND MAUL (HAMMER) TO
FORCE THE FELLING CUT OPEN. THE
WEDGE WILL HOLD THE FELLING CUT
OPEN ALLOWING YOU TO REMOVE THE
SAW.
KEEP EVERYONE AWAY FROM THE
TREE IN ALL DIRECTIONS.
DETERMINE THE NATURAL FALL DIRECTION
Wind -Atree evenly balanced will fatl in the same direc-
tion the wind is blowing.
Lean - Use a carpenter's level or ptumb bobto determine
if tree has a natural lean. A leaning tree will tend to fal! in
direction of lean.
Shape - A tree will tend to fall towards side that is more
heavily branched.
Other Factors - Contacting or nearby trees, buildings, or
wires can influence the direction the tree will fall.
ICUTrlNG PROCEDURE (Fig. 22)
After determining the Natural Fa_lDirection, the tree should
be cut as follows:
IMPORTANT:BEFORE FELLING A TREE, MAKE SURE
YOU HAVE AT LEAST 3 FELLING WEDGES AND A
MAUL (HAMMER) AVAILABLE FOR USE IF NEEDED.
Use some means to visually mark the Natural Fall
Direction.
Mark your notch cut on the Natural Fall Direction side of
the tree approximately 18-24 inches above the ground.
Cut top of the notch first at a 45 degree angle. Saw
through 1/3 of the width of the tree.
Cut bottom of the notch at a 45 degree angle until you
meet the top notch cut. Remove notch of wood.
On the side of the tree opposite the notch cut, make the
telling cut. The felling cut should be 2 inches above the
center point of the notch cut. Before the felling cut is
complete, use wedges to open the cut when necessary to
control the direction of the fall. Use wood or plastic
wedges, buI never steel or iron, to avoid kickback and
chain damage.
Cracking sounds, widening of the felling cut, movement
in the upper branches are all signs that the tree is ready
to fall
As tree begins to fall, move ON/STOP switch to "Stop"
position, set it down, and move quickly away from
direction of fall.
If your chain saw binds in the felling cut, you have three
options:
If the wrong direction of fall is acceptable, carefully
remove the felling wedge. Cut deeper in the notch side of
the tree until tree starts to fall. -12-
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IFelling
Top Cut
NOtch---.-..._, I /
Cut ;_/_
Figure 22
If the wrong direction of fall is not acceptable, attempt to
use one or more felling wedges to force the tree in the
original direction of fal!. Do so by driving the wedges
deeper into the felling cut.
Keep everyone away from the tree in aFIdirections and
then seek professional help!
NOTE: For trees less than 6 inches in diameter, make a
single feilingcut on the side away from the direction of fall.
Cut through until tree begins to fall. Then turn off saw, set it
down, and move quickly away from direction of fall.
OPERATION USE/TIPS
Clear the work area of debris where you can have secure
footing.
Make sure there is enough room for the tree to fall.
Maintain a distance of 2 !/2 tree lengths from the nearest
person or other objects. Engine noise can drown out a
warning call.
Remove dire, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, and wire
from the tree where cuts are to be made.
Plan to stand on the up-HI side when cutting on a slope.
° Plan aclear retreat path to the rear and diagonal to the
line of fall.
If unsure about which way a tree will fal!, use the notch
cutting method.
Large buttress roots should be removed prior to notch
cut.
,Use a wedge if there is any chance that the tree will not
fall in the desired direction.
We recommend you cut branches below shoulder height
before felling tree. (See Limbing and Pruning).
Be alert to signs that the tree is readyto fall:
.Cracking sounds.
Widening of the felling cut.
Movement in the upper branches.
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DON'T PUT YOURSELF IN THESE POSITIONS
Check the wind -
Don't cut down wind Check the balance -
Don'tcuton weighted side
Check the lean -
Don'tcut onlean side
WARNING:
DO NOT CUT:
-NEAR ELECTRICAL WIRES OR
BUILDINGS.
- tF YOU DO NOT KNOW THE DIRECTION
OF TREE FALL.
- AT NIGHT.
-DURING BAD WEATHER - RAIN,
SNOW, STRONG WIN D, ETC.
Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is rotted, it can
snap and fall toward the operator.
• Check for broken or dead branches which can fall
on you while cutting.
• 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. To
avoid injury, do not cut down a partially fatlen tree with
your saw.
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BUCKING
Bucking is cutting a fallen tree to the desired log size.
TYPES OF CU'I-rlNG (Fig. 23)
Overcutting - begin on the top side of the log with the
bottom of the saw against the log; exert light pressure
downward.
Undercutting - begin on the under side of the log with
the top of the saw against the log; exert light pressure
upward. During undercutting, the saw will tend to push
back at you. Be prepared for this reaction and hold the
saw firmly to maintain control.
Undercut
Figure 23
BUCKING ON THE GROUND (Fig. 24)
Overcut with a1/3 diameter cut.
Roll log over and finish with an overcut using awedge
to hold open the cut.
Figure 2,+
BUCKING USING A SUPPORT (Fig. 25 & 26)
Another log or a stand, such as asawhorse, may be
used as supports when bucking.
Area A- Undercut 1/3 of the way through the log.
- Finish with an overcut.
Area B - Overcut 1/3 of the way through the log.
- Finish with an undercut.
l st C_\_/?/_ 2rid Cut _y/y 1st Cut
S whor .
Figure 25
1st Cut
Another Log ... F : . _--"
Figure 26
OPERATING USE/TIPS
Cutonly one log at a time.
• Cut shattered wood very carefully. Sharp pieces of
wood could be flung toward the operator.
Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never allow another
person to hold the log while cutting and never hold the
log with your leg or foot.
Do not cut in an area where logs, limbs, and roots are
tangled such as in a blown down area. Drag the logs
into aclear area before cutting by pulling out exposed
and cleared logs first.
Give special attention to logs under strain to prevent
the saw from pinching. Make the first cut on the pres-
sure side to relieve the stress on the log.
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Stay on uphill side of tree when cutting.
WARNING:
DO NOT STAND ON THE LOG BEING
CUT. ANY PORTION CAN ROLL CAUSING
LOSS OF FOOTING AND CONTROL.
NEVER TURN THE SAW UPSIDE DOWN
TO UNDERCUT. THE SAW CANNOT BE
CONTROLLED IN THIS POSITION.
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OPERATION
Pruning Procedure
LIMBING AND PRUNING
Pruning is removing branches from a standing tree.
Limbing is removing branches from a felled tree.
LIMBING (Fig. 27)
,Start at base of the felled tree and work toward the top.
Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to
support the tree as you work.
Remove Small Limbs With One Cut
Figure 27
PRUNING (Fig. 28)
Small branches - smaller than width of guide bar°
Large branches- larger than width of guide bar.
Remove small limbs with one cut.
Remove larger, supporting branches with the 1/3 -2/3
cutting techniques described in the bucking section.
First - Undercut 1/3 of the way through the limb near
the trunk of the tree.
Second - Finish with an overcut farther out from the
trunk until the limb falls.
Third -Cut the remaining stump flush near trunk of
the tree.
Second
Prunim
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ll Pruning Cut
Figure 28
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Third
Pruning Cut
OPERATING USE/TIPS
Work slowly, keeping both hands firmly gripped on the
saw. Maintain secure footing and balance.
Keep a clear work area. Frequently clear branches out
of the way to avoid tripping over them.
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.
Keep the tree between you and the chain. Cut from
the side of the tree opposite the branch you are cut-
ting.
° Limit pruning to limbs shoutder height or below.
Keep out of the way of the falling limb,
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WARNING:
NEVER CLIMB INTO A TREE TO LIMB
OR PRUNE UNLESS SPECIFICALLY
TRAINED TO DO SO. DO NOT STAND ON
LADDERS, PLATFORMS, A LOG, OR IN
ANY POSITION WHICH CAN CAUSE YOU
TO LOSE YOUR BALANCE OR CONTROL
OF THE SAW.
BE ALERT FOR AND GUARD AGAINST
KICKBACK. DO NOT ALLOW THE MOVING
CHAIN TO CONTACT ANY OTHER
BRANCHES OR OBJECTS AT THE NOSE
OF THE GUIDE BAR WHEN LIMBING OR
PRUNING. ALLOWING SUCH CONTACT
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
DO NOT CUT IF BRANCHES ARE HIGHER
THAN YOUR SHOULDER. THIS MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.GET A
PROFESSIONAL TO DO THE JOB.
Watch out for springpoles. Use extreme caution
when cutting small size limbs. Slender material may
catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or
pull you off balance.
Be alert for springback. Watch out for branches that
are bent or under pressure as you are cutting to avoid
being struck by the branch or the saw when the ten-
sion in the wood fibers is release.
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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE:
WARNING:
BE SURE TO READ THE FUEL SAFETY
INFORMATION IN THE SAFETY RULES
SECTION ON PAGE 2 OF THIS MANUAL
BEFORE YOU BEGIN.
IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE
FUEL SAFETY SECTION DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO FUEL YOUR UNIT; SEEK
HELP FROM SOMEONE THAT DOES
UNDERSTAND THE FUEL SAFETY 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 use a good grade SAE 30
oil until you are able to obtain Craftsman brand. The oil
output is automatically metered during operation. Your
saw will use one tank of 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 this product requires a fuel mix-
ture of regular unleaded gasoline and a high quality 40:1
2-cycle AIR-COOLED engine oil for lubrication of the
bearings and other moving parts. The correct fueVoi!
m_xture is 40:1 _see Fue! Mixture Chart). Too little oil- or
the incorrect oil type will cause poor performance and
may cause the engine to overheat and seize.
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FUEL STABILIZER
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing
the formation of fuet gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the fuel mix ratio found on the stabilizer
container, run engine at least 5 minutes after adding sta-
bilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. You
do not have to drain the fuel tank for storage if you are
using fuel stabilizer.
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle AIR-COOLED engine oil is
specially blended with fuel stabilizers. If you do not use
this Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer (such as
Craftsman No. 33500) to your fuel tank.
40:1 2-CYCLE AIR-COOLED ENGINE OIL:
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle AIR-COOLED engine oil is
strongly recommended. This oil is specially blended with
fuel stabilizers for increased fuel stability (extends fuel
life up to 5 times longer) and reduced smoke.
If CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle AIR-COOLED engine oi! is
not available, use a good quality 40:1 2-cycle AiR-
COOLED engine oi_ that has a recommended fuel 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
Gasoline and oil must be premixed in a clean approved
fuel container. Always use fresh regular unleaded gaso-
line.
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
formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-
age the fue! system of an engine while in storage. To
avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emp-
tied 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 perma-
nent damage may occur.
Mix gasoline and oil as follows:
Consult chart for correct quantities.
Do not mix gasoline and oil directty in the unit's fuel
tank.
FOR ONE GALLON:
° Pour 3.2 ounces of high quality, 40:1 2-cycted AIR-
COOLED engine oil into an empty, approved one gallon
gasoline container.
Add one galion of regular unleaded gasoline to the
gallon container, then securely replace the cap.
Shake the container.
The mixture is now ready for use. 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
1 gat!on 3.2
1.25 gallons 4.0
2.5 gallons 8.0
NOTE: One gallon fuel containers will hold more than
one gallon. If too much gasoline is in the container, the
resulting gas-to-oil fuet mixture will not be correct for
proper engine operation.
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STOPPING YOUR ENGINE Above 40 degrees, allow engine to run for approxi-
Move ON/STOP switch to the "Stop" position.
If engine does not stop, move choke lever to the "On"
position.
WARNING:
ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES; SAFETY
FOOTWEAR; SNUG-FITTING CLOTHING;
AND EYE, HEARING, AND HEAD PRO-
TECTION DEVICES WHEN OPERATING
A CHAIN SAW.
mately 5 seconds, then push choke lever to off position
and squeeze and release throttle lock and throttle trig-
ger to allow the engine to idle.
Below 40 degrees, allow engine to warm up 1 - 2 min-
utes with choke lever in "1/2" position, then push choke
lever to "Off" position and release throttle trigger to
allow the engine to idle.
THE CHAIN MUST NOT MOVE WHEN
THE ENGINE RUNS AT IDLE SPEED.
REFER TO THE "CARBURETOR
ADJUSTMENTS" SECTION FOR COR-
RECTION.
BASIC STARTING PROCEDURE
(Fig. 29 & 30)
Fuel engine with a 40:1 2ocycle AIR-COOLED engine oil.
Fill bar oil tank with Sears bar oil.Your saw will use
approximately one tank of bar oil for each tank of fuel mix.
When pulling the starter rope, do not use the ful! extent of
the rope as this can cause the rope to break. Do not let
the starter snap back - hold the handle and let the rope
rewind slowly.
Hold rear handle firmly with right hand. Make sure the
saw chain is clear of obstructions and will not contact any
object during starting.
Move the ON/STOP switch to the "On" position.
Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger (until the engine
starts).
°Adjust choke according to "Starting Procedure for Varying
Conditions".
I Choke
Off Half
Ignition Switch
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STARTING A COLD ENGINE OR WARM
ENGINE AFTER RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
Move choke lever to the "On" position.
With the saw on the ground, grab front handle with left
hand and place right foot on inside of rear handle.
Pull starter rope handle with your right hand until
engine attempts to run.
°Move choke lever to half choke position and continue to
pull rope until engine starts.
STARTING A WARM ENGINE THAT HAS NOT
RUN OUT OF FUEL
Leave choke in the "off" position.
:With saw on the ground, grab front handle with left
hand and place right foot on inside of rear handle.
Move the start/stop switch to the "Start" position.
Push down on the throttle lock-out, then squeeze the
trigger. Press and hold down the throttle lock, then
slowly release the trigger. When the trigger is released,
the throttle lock is engaged.
Pull starter rope handle with your right hand until
engine runs.
Squeeze and release the throttle trigger to release
throttle lock, allowing engine to idle.
RightHand
on
StarterRopeHandle
LeftHand
on
--rontHandlebar
Right Foot through Rear Handle
Figure 30
DIFFICULT STARTING
The engine may be flooded with too much fuel if it has not
started after 20 pulls.
Flooded engines can be cleared of excess fuel with the
following procedure:
°Leave choke in the "Off" position.
Verify that the ON/STOP switch is inthe "On" position.
With saw on the ground; grab front handle with left
hand and place right foot on inside of rear handle.
Pull starter rope until engine starts.
Starting coutd require pulling the starter rope handle
many times depending on how badly the unit is flooded.
If engine still fails to start, refer to the "TROUBLE
SHOOTING" chart.
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Fill in dates as you complete regular service Before After Every Every Every
Use Use 5 Hrs. 25Hrs. Season
Clean unit and labels _,,
Check for damaged or worn parts
Check for loose fasteners and parts
Check for Chain Sharpness
Guide Bar Maintenance
Check Vibrations Mounts _,
Check Clutch Drum Sprocket _,
Clean Air Filter
Service/Replace Spark Plug
ClearVInspect Spark Arrestor Screen and inspect Muffleri
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Check Guide Bar Lube _,
Filter in Fuel Tank
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. T9o
receive full value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
All adjustments in the "Service and Adjustments" section
of this manual should be checked at least once each
season.
Once a year, replace the spark plug, replace air filter
element and check guide bar and chain for wear. A
new spark plug and a clean/new air filter element
assures proper air-fuel mixture and helps your engine
run better and last longer.
Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.
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BEFORE EACH USE
Service Dales
CHECK FOR DAMAGED/WORN PARTS
The following damaged/worn parts should be referred to
your Sears Service Center.
NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of oil to appear
under the saw after engine stops. Do not confuse this
with a _eaking oil tank.
WARNING:
DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG BEFORE
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE EXCEPT
FOR CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS.
INSPECT THE ENTIRE UNIT. REPLACE
DAMAGED PARTS. CHECK FOR FUEL
LEAKS AND MAKE SURE ALL FASTENERS
ARE IN PLACE AND SECURELY FASTENED.
On/Stop Switch -ensure stop switch functions properly
by moving the switch to the "Stop" position and assure
that engine stops, then restart your engine and continue.
Fuel Tank - discontinue use of chain saw if fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
Oi! Tank - discontinue use of chain saw if oil tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
Chain Catcher - replace chain catcher if bent, cut, or
damaged in any way.
LUBRICATION CHART
(_) _,i,_r_
Cap _--Jb_
C) Craftsman chain saw bar oil
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CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS/PARTS
Bar Clamp Nut
-Chain
Muffler
• Cylinder Shield
Air Filter
Clutch Drum/Sprocket
Throttle Trigger/Lockout
Handle Screws
Vibration Mounts
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Adjust chain for proper tension. (See Chain Tension).
Position the file holder level (90°) so that it rest on the
top edge of the cutter and depth gauge.
GUIDE BAR LUBRICATION (Fig. 31)
For maximum guide bar and chain life, we recommend
you use Craftsman chain saw bar oil. if Craftsman chain
saw bar oil is not available, you may use a good grade
SAE 30 oi! until you are able to obtain Craftsman brand.
The oil output is automatically metered during operation.
Your saw wil! use one tank of bar oil for every tank of
fuel mix.
Always fill the bar oil tank when you fill fuel tank.
Figure 31
SHARPEN CHAIN
(Fig. 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38 & 39)
I_ WARNING
IMPROPER CHAIN SHARPENING TECH-
NIQUES AND/OR DEPTH GAUGE MAINTE-
NANCE WILL INCREASE THE CHANCE OF
KICKBACK WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERI-
OUS INJURY.
ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES WHEN HANDLING
THE CHAIN. THE CHAIN CAN BE SHARP
ENOUGH TO CUT YOU EVEN THOUGH IT IS
TOO DULL TO CUT WOOD. i
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FULL VIEW t
File Holder
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&Chain
Figure 33
Align the 30° fi_e holder marks parallel with the bar.
30" F't 1 TOPVIEW |
Holder Ie/,_ |I
File /Marksi/_
_'_cuuer
Figure34
File from side toward outside of cutter, straight across
on forward stroke in one direction only. Use 2 or 3
strokes per cutting edge.
Keep all cutters the same length when filing.
Cutter
Cutter
Figure 35
File enough to remove any damage to cutting edges.
Cutters Same
Length
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Remove Damage
Side Plate Top Plate
Figure 36
*File chain to meet specifications shown below.
Figure 32 Figure 37
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Place depth gauge tool over each cutter depth gauge.
File depth gauge with a flat file until it is level with the
top of the depth gauge tool.
=Depth Gauge TOO! /_/
Figure 38
Maintain rounded front corner of depth gauge with a
flat file. The very top of the depth gauge should be flat
with the front half rounded off with a flat file.
Hook
Angle 25"
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Corner
Right Way
Too Much squared
Hook Angle _._. Off Corner
oxo
Wrong Way
Figure 39
CHECK GUIDE BAR (Fig. 40 & 41)
A worn guide bar will damage the chain and make cut-
ting difficult. Check the condition of the guide bar each
time the chain is sharpened. Conditions include:
Chain saw cuts to one side or at an angle.
Chain saw has to be forced through the cut.
°Inadequate supply of oil to the bar and chain.
If replacement is necessary, use only the replacement
reduced kickback guide bar specified for your saw.
Replace the guide bar when:
the inside groove of the guide bar rail is worn.
excess heating or burning of the rail is noted.
Correct
Groove Worn Grooves FileEdges
Square
Move stope switch to the "STOP: position.
Clean all saw dust and any other debris from the guide
bar groove and guide bar oil lubrication.
Lubricate guide bar nose sprocket after use,
°Burring of bar rails is a normal process of guide bar
rai! wear. Remove these burrs by filing guide bar rail
side edges square with a flat file.
Remove Sawdust
From Guide Bar Groove
Figure 41
CHECK VIBRATION MOUNTS (Fig. 42)
Your chain saw is designed with an Anti-Vibration (AV)
system that decreases the amount of vibration trans-
ferred from the main body to the handle.
Any cracked or broken components will need to be
replaced. See your nearest Sears Service Center for
replacement parts and service.
Move stop switch to the "STOP" position,
Ensure all handle and AV screws are tight.
Make sure the side and rear AV springs are not broken.
The safety strap should remain in place and unbroken.
Figure 42
Figure 40
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CLUTCH DRUM AND SPROCKET (Fig. 43)
i_ WARNING:
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE YOUR CLUTCH FOR
INSPECTION. DISASSEMBLY OF YOUR
CLUTCH REQUIRES A SPECIAL CLUTCH
TOOL, DESIGNED TO ALLOW SAFE
REMOVAL OF THE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.
DISASSEMBLY OF THE CLUTCH WITHOUT
THIS TOOL MAY CAUSE THE SPRING TO
RELEASE UNEXPECTEDLY, RESULTING
IN POSSIBLE INJURY. HAVE YOUR SEARS
SERVICE CENTER PERFORMTHIS SERVICE.
THE CHAIN IS SHARP AND CAN CUT YOU;
THEREFORE, WE RECOMMEND THAT
GLOVES BE WORN WHEN HANDLING THE
CHAIN SAW.
Inspection of the clutch drum and sprocket assembly
requires the disassembly of the bar and chain.
Inspect your clutch drum and sprocket assembly for
excessive wear, which has occurred when the chain
drive links are leaving indentations on the area between
the sprocket teeth.
We recommend instalfing a new chain when replacing
the sprocket to avoid damaging the new sprocket with a
worn/damaged chain. See a Sears Service Center for
sprocket and chain replacement,
Remove the bar clamp nut using the bar tool.
Remove the bar clamp screw.
Remove the bar clamp.
- Push the guide bar towards the clutch drum and
sprocket assembly until the base of the bar is touching
the sprocket.
Pull the slack in the chain toward the nose. remove
the chain from the guides starting at the nose of the
guide bar and continue removing the chain back to the
clutch and sprocket assembly.
Remove the chain.
Remove the guide bar.
• Reinstall the guide bar, chain, bar clamp, and bar
clamp nut and screw. See Assembly.
Clutch Drum &
Sprocket Assembly
-Bar Clamp Nut
Figure 43
Sprocket Nose
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CLEAN AIR FILTER (Fig. 44)
A dirty air filter decreases the life and performance of
the engine and increases fuel consumption and harmful
emissions.
Always clean your air filter after 25 tanks of fuel or tO
hours of operation, whichever is less. Clean more fre-
quently in dusty conditions. A used air filter can never be
completely cleaned. It is advisable to replace your air fil-
ter with anew one after every 50 hours of operation, or
annually, whichever is tess.
Clean off the carburetor cover and the area around it
to keep dirt and sawdust from falling into the carbure-
tor chamber when the cover is removed.
Loosen and remove 2 carburetor cover screws.
Remove carburetor cover.
Remove air filter.
Wash filter in warm soapy water. Rinse in clean cool
water, and air dry completely prior to reinstalling.
Apply a light coating of oi! to filter and reinstall.
Reinstall carburetor cover.
Reinstall the 2 carburetor cover screws and tighten
securely.
Carburetor
Air
Filter
Figure 44
REPLACE SPARK PLUG (Fig. 45)
The spark plug should be replaced each year to insure
the engine starts easier and runs better.
Spark Plug gap should be .025".
.Loosen and remove bar clamp nut and bar clamp
screw.
Twist off the spark plug boot.
Remove and throw away spark plug from the cylinder.
Replace with correct spark plug and tighten (10-12 ft-lb).
Reinstall spark plug boot.
Reinstall carburetor cover and 2 screws. (15-20 ft-lb).
Spark Prug_
iBoot
Figure 45
i
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK ARRESTOR
SCREEN (IF INSTALLED) (Fig. 46)
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
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As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up on the muf-
fler and spark arrestor screen (if installed), and must be
removed to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting
engine performance.
Required cleaning is every 25 hours of operation or
annually, whichever is Iess.
Replace the spark arrestor screen if breaks occur.
CLEANING THE SPARK ARRESTOR SCREEN
Loosen and remove the bar clamp nut and screw.
Remove bar clamp.
Loosen and remove the muffler cover screw.
• Remove muffler diffuser and spark arrestor screen
assembly, Notice the orientation of these parts for
reassembly.
Clean the spark arrestor screen with awire brush or
replace if breaks are found in the screen.
• Reinstall diffuser and spark arrestor screen assembly.
° Reinstall muffler cover and muffler screw.
Reinstall bar Clamp. Refer to "Assembly" section.
Muffler Cover
Screw Muffler
Cover
_,, Baffle Plate
'_ Muffler Diffuser/Spark Arrestor
Sacer _ Screen
P Baffle Plate
Figure 46
REPLACE FUEL FILTER (Fig. 47, 48 & 49)
The fuel filter should be replaced after each season.
Never operate your saw without a fuel filter. Be careful
not to damage fuel line while removing the fuel filter.
° Run fuel tank dry of fuel before proceeding with this
Step.
Remove fuel mix fill cap and allow it to hang to side of
motor.
Using a small pair of needle nose pliers, grasp fuel
cap retainer, holding it in tank opening and pull out.
° With cap out of tank, use a small section of bent wire
similar to that shown in the illustrationto catch fuel line
and slowly pull from tank. when fuel filter appears in
opening, grasp with fingers and remove from tank.
Once filter is out of tank, hold fuel line close to fuel filter.
Remove fuel filter by twisting and pulling at the same
time.
° To clean fuel filter, submerge in warm soapy water for
10 minutes. (We recommend a very light mixture of
dish washing liquid.) Then agitate until filter is clean,
rinse thoroughly in warm water, air dry.
Reverse process for installation.
° To replace fue! filter, use same procedure, but install
new filter.
Pliers
Fuel Cap Fuel Mix
Retainer Fill Cap
Figure 47
/_ Bent Wire
Fuel Line
Figure 48
J
Fuel Line
)
Fuel Filter
Fuel Filter /
Fiiter Neck j - _ J,_
Figure 49
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
CHAIN REPLACEMENT (Fig. 50 & 51)
NOTE: Reverse "Bar and Chain Assembly" to remove
the chain.
Move stop switch to the "STOP" position.
Replace the chain when cutters or links break.
Use only the Low-Kickback replacement chain speci-
fied for you saw in the "Product Specifications."
See your Sears Service Center to replace or sharpen
your chain.
Always have a worn sprocket replaced by your Sears
Service Center when installing a new chain to avoid
excessive wear to the chain.
Cutte_sl De?Gauge
Drive Links
Figu re 50
ClutchDrum&
Assembly
Sprocket Nose
Figure 51
STARTER ROPE REPLACEMENT
(Fig. 52, 53, 54, 55,56 & 57)
WARNING:
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN
SERVICING THE STARTER ROPE. THE
RECOIL SPRING BENEATH THE PULLEY IS
UNDER TENSION, IF THE SPRING POPS
OUT, SERIOUS INJURY CAN RESULT
Replace a broken starter rope that is badly frayed.
NOTE: A recoil spring lies beneath the pulley and is under
tension. If the recoil spring is disturbed, considerable
time and effort will be required to reinstall. For this rea-
son you may want to let your Sears Service Center handle
this repair. If you try to repair the starter rope and the recoil
spring pops out, take the unit to your Sears Service Center.
Remove four screws shown in the Figure 52 (note that
one is located underneath the rear handle). Then,
remove the screw located on the rear of the engine
housing below the ON/STOP switch.
To take out rope tension, pull out 10" of rope. While.
holding down pulley ratchet with thumb, pull several
inches of rope back into fan housing and catch in tab.
Either hold pultey ratchet with thumb or hold starter
rope handle. Release rope from the tab and slowly
allow pulley to turn counterclockwise until tension is
gone.
Screws
Figure 52
Remove the pulley screw in the center of the pulley.
Gently twist and lift pulley counterclockwise.
Pulley Ratchet Puliey
Screw
RODe
Handle
Tab
Figure 53
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
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Remove the rope retainer screw and remove any
rema)ning rope.
Move away from the fuel tank and melt the end of the
rope to be installed. Allow the melted end to drop
once. Then, while the rope is still hot, pull the melted
end through a rag to obtain asmooth, pointed end.
,Feed the rope through the starter rope hole in starter
housing.
Guide the rope inside the pulley, then up through the
pulley hole. It may be necessary to push the rope
through with a small Phillips screwdriver inserted into
the small hole on the underside of the pulley.
°Wrap rope counterclockwise around the pulley ratchet
and tuck loose end back under rope, leaving a t" tail
between the retainer rib and screw post.
° Pull rope tightly around pulley ratchet as shown in the
figure below.
Install the rope retainer screw and tighten until snug.
Do not overtighten.
Rewind all the rope onto the pulley in aclockwise
direction.
°. Twist and push pulley into starter housing.
Replace and tighten the pulley screw.
(_Rope Retainer
Pulley !_ Screw
Ratchet I
Underside
Spring "_
Cam/l
Pulley Screw
Tab
Pulley
Ratchet
Retainer
Rib
Figu re 54
Retainer
Hole Rib
I-- Ctockwise
Figure 55
°Pull out 10" of rope and catch rope in tab in pulley.
°Carefully turn the pulley two complete turns clockwise.
While holding the pulley ratchet, pull the excess rope
through the starter rope hole. While holding tension on
the rope, let rope slowly rewind into the housing.
Wind Up Spring
\
Rewind for
Tension
1'
Figure 56
Reinstall fan hosing by aligning the fan housing to the
baffle plate and chassis. Then while holding the fan
housing against the chassis, pull the rope handle out
until you feet the fan housing drop into place against
the chassis. Slowly, let the rope rewind into starter
housing.
Reinstall the four fan housing screws and the screw
on the engine housing.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
IIIIIll II I I
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
Carburetor adjustment is critical and if done improperly can permanently damage the engine as well as the car-
buretor. Please read all instructions and consultthe Troubleshooting section of this manual before beginning
this process.
If the engine does not start, it may be flooded. If in
doubt, read the section on flooded engine in the starting
section of this manual prior to beginning any adjust-
ments.
If you are unsure about adjusting the carburetor or expe-
rience any problem while attempting this process, please
call the 1-800 number listed on the front cover of this
manual for further assistance.
The carburetor has been adjusted at the factory for sea
level conditions. Adjustments may become necessary if
the unit is used at significantly higher altitudes or if you
notice any of the following conditions:
° Chain moves when.the engine runs at idle speed. See
"Idle Speed Adjustment."
Saw will not idle. See "Idle Speed Adjustment" and
"Low Speed Mixture Adjustment."
Engine dies or hesitates when it should accelerate.
See "Acceleration Adjustment."
Loss of cutting power which is not corrected by air filter
cleaning. See "High Speed Mixture Adjustment."
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust the screw beyond the
stops as damage can occur.
WARNING:
THE CHAIN WILL BE MOVING DURING
MOST OF THIS PROCEDURE. WEAR
YOUR PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND
OBSERVE ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
CARBURETOR PRESETS (Fig. 58)
If your engine will not start due to suspected improper
carburetor adjustment, the following presets may be
required. If used, it is recommended that all steps within
the adjustment procedure be completed in order to
assure a propedy set carburetor. If presets are not need-
ed, proceed to section "tdle Speed Adjustment."
Very small adjustments can affect engine performance.
It is important to turn the screw a very small amount per
adjustment and test performance before making further
adjustments. Each adjustment should be no more than
the width of the slot in the adjusting screw.
CAUTION:
DO NOT TURN SCREWS TOO TIGHT;
THIS WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO
NEEDLE TIPS AND NEEDLE SEATS.
IF CHAIN MOVES WHEN ENGINE IDLES,
TURN IDLE SPEED SCREW COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE UNTIL CHAIN STOPS.
°Turn both low and high speed mixture screws clock-
wise until a slight resistance is felt.
• Turn both mixture screws counterclockwise one full
turn.
Turn idle speed screw clockwise 1/2 turn.
Using these presets, the unit should start and run.
IN "LOW SPEED MIXTURE ADJUST-
MENT," RECHECK IDLE SPEED AFTER
EACH ADJUSTMENT. THE CHAIN MUST
NOT MOVE AT IDLE SPEED.
,Idle Speed Screw High Speed
Mixture Screw
Low Speed
Mixture Screw
Figure 58
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
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ADJUSTING PROCEDURE
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT
Allow the warn engine to idle.
Adjust idle speed screw until engine continues to run
without stalling.
-Turn screw clockwise to increase engine speed if
the engine stalls or dies.
-Turn screw counterclockwise to slow engine down
and/or to keep the chain from turning.
No further adjustments are necessary if the chain does
not move at idle speed and if performance is satisfactory.
LOW SPEED MIXTURE ADJUSTMENT
Allow engineto idle.
Turn the Low Speed Mixture Screw slowly clockwise until
the RPM starts to drop. Note the position.
Turn the Low Speed Mixture Screw slowly counterclock-
wise until the RPM speeds up and starts to drop again,
Note the position,
Set the Low Speed Mixture Screw at the midpoint
between the two positions,
HIGH SPEED MIXTURE ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT:DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE AT FULL
THROTTLE FOR PROLONGED PERIODS WHILE
MAKING HIGH SPEED ADJUSTMENTS AS DAMAGE
TO THE ENGtNE CAN OCCUR.
Make atest cut.
Based on performance of the saw while cutting, adjust
the High Speed Mixture Screw in 1/16 turn increments
as follows:
-Clockwise ff saw smokes or loses power in the cut.
Do not adjust for best power by sound or speed, but
judge by how well the saw performs in the cut.
-Counterclockwise if the saw has speed while out of the
cut, but dies in the cut or lacks poser while cutting,
Repeat the test cut.
• Continue with 1/16 turn adjustments until the saw
performance is acceptable while cutting.
° After completing adjustments, check for acceleration.
WARNING:
A CARBURETOR SETTING THAT IS TOO
LEAN (CLOCKWISE ADJUSTMENT ON
HIGH SPEED SCREW FOR MAXIMUM
SPEED) WILL CAUSE ENGINE DAMAGE
TO ANY 2-CYCLE ENGINE FROM OVER-
HEATING AND LACK OF LUBRICATION.
NEVER SET THE HIGH SPEED SCREW
SO FAR CLOCKWISE THAT YOU HAVE
ENGINE SPEED LACKING POWER TO CUT.
AN EFFECTIVE APPROACH FOLLOWS:
- TURN HIGH SPEED SCREW COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE UNTIL ENGINE LOSES
POWER WHILE CUTTING.
-TURN HIGH SPEED SCREW CLOCK-
WISE USING 1/16 TURN INCREMENTS
ONLY UNTIL THE ENGINE HAS POWER
WHILE CUTTING.
IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT OPERATE
ACCORDING TO THESE INSTRUCTIONS
AFTER REPEATING THE ADJUSTING
STEPS, DO NOT USE THE UNIT. FOR
FURTHER ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CALL
OUR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE
AT 1-800-235-5878.
ACCELERATION CHECK
If the engine dies or hesitates instead of accelerating,
turn the Low Speed Mixture Screw 1/16 of a turn at a
time counterclockwise until you have smooth acceleration.
Check the idle speed for stability and no chain move-
ment, Adjust as necessary.
° Recheck for smooth acceleration and stable idle.
Repeat process as necessary for acceptable
performance.
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STORAGE
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FUEL SYSTEM
Immediately prepare your unit for storage at the end of
the season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.
WARNING:
ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL, AND
SECURE THE UNIT BEFORE STORING
OR TRANSPORTING IN A VEHICLE.
STORE UNIT AND FUEL IN AN AREA
WHERE FUEL VAPORS CANNOT REACH
SPARKS OR OPEN FLAMES FROM
WATER HEATERS, ELECTRIC MOTORS
OR SWITCHES, FURNACES, ETC.
STORE UNIT WITH ALL GUARDS IN
PLACE. POSITION SO THAT ANY SHARP
OBJECT SUCH AS THE CHAIN CANNOT
ACCIDENTALLY CAUSE INJURY TO
PASSERS BY.
STORE THE UNIT OUT OF THE REACH
OF CHILDREN.
GAS CHAIN SAW STORAGE
INSTRUCTIONS
If your chain saw is to be stored for a period of time,
Clean it thoroughly prior to storage. Remove any dirt,
leaves, oil, grease, etc. Store in a clean dry area.
Clean the entire unit.
Clean air filter. Refer to "Customer Responsibilities".
• Open the semi-automatic line head assembiy and
clean any dirt, grass or debris that has collected.
• Inspect the bar clamp area and clean any dirt, saw-
dust, grass, or debris that has collected. Inspect the
guide bar and chain; replace aguide bar that is bent,
warped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other
way. Replace adamaged or worn chain.
Lightly oil external metal surfaces to prevent rust from
forming.
CAUTION: WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES
WHEN HANDLING LINE LIMITER. THE
BLADE IS SHARP AND CAN CUT YOU.
Apply a coating of oil to the entire surface of the guide
bar and chain; wrap it in heavy paper, cloth or plastic.
Be sure all handles and guards are in place and are
securely fastened. Replace any damaged parts.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur to fuel sys-
tem components.
Follow these instructions:
Drain the fuel from the unit into an approved fuet con-
tainer.
• Drain the fuel lines and carburetor by starting the
engine and letting it run until it stops.
Allow the engine to coot before storage.
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits
from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the
carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage.
Also, experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels,
those that use ethanol or methanol (called gasohol or
oxygenated fuel), can attract moisture and form acidic
gas which will damage your engine. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before
storage of 30 days or longer.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing
the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage
container. AIways follow the mix instructions found on
stabilizer containers. Run engine at least 5 minutes after
adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the car-
buretor.
CRAFTSMAN 40:1 2-cycle AIR-COOLED engine oil is
specially blended with fuel stabilizer. If you do not use
this Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer (such as
CRAFTSMAN No. 33500) to your fuel tank.
INTERNAL ENGINE
Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of 40:! 2-
cycle AIR-COOLED engine oil through the spark plug
opening. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to
distribute oil to inner engine surfaces.
, Replace spark plug with a new one of the recommended
type and heat range. Refer to "Product Specifications".
. Clean air filter. Refer to "Customer Responsibilities".
• Re-install all covers and hardware removed for
access; tighten all screws and fasteners.
Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts.
Replace any damaged, broken, or worn parts.
Lightfy oi! external metal surface to prevent rust from
forming.
Use fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio at
the beginning of the next season.
OTHER
Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust,
Rust and/or dirt in your fuel system wil! cause prob-
lems.
,Store your unit in a wetl ventilated area and covered, if
possible, to prevent dust and dirt accumulation. Do not
cover with plastic. Plastic cannot breathe and will
induce condensation and eventual rust or corrosion.
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER UNIT WHILE ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING POINTS
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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
SYMPTOM CAUSE
Engine will not 1. Fuel tank empty.
start or will run only 2. Engine flooded.
for a few seconds 3. Spark plug not firing.
after starting. 4. Fuel net reaching carburetor.
& Carburetor requires adjustment.
6. ON/STOP switch in "Stop" position.
7. None of the above.
,,,,,,,,
Engine will not t. Idle speed set too fast or too stow.
idle properly. 2. Low speed mixture requires adjustment.
3. Crankshaft seals worn.
4. Compression tow.
5. None of the above.
Enginewiii not 1. Air filter dirty. .........
accelerate, lacks 2. Spark plug fouled.
power, or dies under 3. Carburetor requires adjustment.
4. Exhaust ports or muffler outlets plugged.
a load. 5. Compression low.
6. None of the above.
Engine 1. Air filter dirty.
smokes 2. Fuel mixture incorrect.
excessively. 3. High speed mixture requires adjustment.
4. Choke partially on.
5, Crankcase leak.
Engine 1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
runs hot. 2. High speed mixture set too low (lean).
3. Spark plug incorrect.
4. Exhaust ports or muffler outlets plugged.
5. Carbon build-up on muffler outlet screen.
6. Fan Housing/cylinder fins dirty.
7. None of the above.
Oil inadequate 1. Oil tank empty.
for far and chain 2. Oi! pump or oil filter cbgged.
lubrication. 3. Guide bar oil hob blocked.
Chain moves at Idle 1. Idle speed requires adjustment.
Speed. 2. Clutch requires repair.
Chain does not move 1. Chain tension too tight.
when engine is 2: Carburetor requires adjustment.
accelerated. 3. Guide bar rails pinched.
4. Clutch slipping.
Chain clatters 1. Chain tension incorrect.
or cuts roughly. 2. Cutters damaged.
3. Chain worn.
4. Cutters dull, improperly sharpened, or
Chain stops within
the cut.
Chain cuts at an
angle.
depth gauges too high.
5. Sprocket worn.
6. Chain installed backwards.
. Chain cutter tops n()t filed flat.
. Guide bar burred or bent; Jail uneven.
3. C_utch slipping.
,, , , ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,.... , ,,, , ....
t. Cutters damaged on one side.
REMEDY
1. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
2. See "Starting Instructions."
3. Install new plug/check ignition switch.
4. Clean fuel filter; inspect fuel line.
5. See "Carburetor Adjustments."
6._Move Switch to the "On" position.
7. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
1. See "Carburetor Adjustments."
2. See "Carburetor Adjustments."
3. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
4. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
5. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or repface spark plug and re-gap.
3. See "Carburetor Adjustments."
4. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
5. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
6. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Refuel with correct fuel mixture.
3. See "Carburetor Adjustment."
4. Push Choke knob in.
5. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
1. See "Fueling Your Unit."
2. See "Carburetor Adjustments."
3. Replace with correct plug.
4. Contact your SEARS Service CentedDept.
5. Clean spark arrestor screen.
6. Clean area.
7. Contact your SEAR S Se._!c e Center/Dept.
1. Fill oil tank.
2. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
3. Remove bar and clean.
I. See "Carburetor Adjustments."
2. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
1. See "Chain Tension".
2. See "Carburetor Adjustments."
3. Repair or replace.
4. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
,,,,, ,,,
!. See ,'Chain Tension"
2. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
3. Resharpen or replace your chain.
4. See the chain sharpening instructions.
5. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
2. Chain dull on one side.
6. Install chain in right direction.
1. See the chain sharpening instructions.
2. Repair or replace guide bar.
3. Contact your SEARS Service Center/Dept.
l.Resharpen until all cutters have equal
angles and lengths.
2. Resharpen until all cutters have equal
angles and lengths.
3. Guide bar bent or worn. 3. Replace guide bar.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manua, use care and good judgement.
If you need assistance, contact your SEARS Service Center/Department or the
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE at 1-800-235-5878
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REPAIR PARTS
AWARNING SEARS CHAIN SAW- MODELS 358.352380, 358.356180, 358.356230
All repairs, adjustments
and maintenance not de-
scribed in the Operator's
Manual must be performed
by qualified service per-
sonneL 15.
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Part No. ,, ,,,
530-015251
530-037011
STD541408
530-023492
530-015236
530-036450
530-015719
530-014742
530-015623
530-069142
530-019059
530-019089
STD510805
530-023802
530-019091
530-023801
530-010195
530-032029
530-032065
530-022172
530-021026
530-069193
530-069197
71-36374
Description....... Re r,
41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46,
47.
Description Re1
48. 530-0!5986
49. 530-036970
50. 530-036968
51. 530-016017
52. 530-016029i
53. 530-037063
54. 530-031063
55. 71-85849
56. 530-012313
57. 530-015239
5& 530-030054
59. 530-037354
Part No. ,Oescr!pt!on
Screw
Muffler Baffle-Outer
Muffler Body
Screw
Speed Nut
Grommet
Bar Wrench
Spark Plug
Cy}inder
Screw
Crankcase sealant
Wire Clip
Bar Mounting Nut
Bar Clamp
Locknut
Bar Adjust Pin
Screw
Oil Tank Vent Pin
Bar Mounting Stud
Crankcase Ass'y.
(Incl.3-7,10,11,
12,18 &31)
Screw
Check Valve Kit
(Incl. 12)
Crankshaft Seal
Check Valve Gasket
Screw
Cover
Oil Pump Gasket
Oil Filter (Foam)
i Oil Pump Ass'y.
Crankshaft Beadng
Roller Bearing
(Incl. 12 Beadngs
Crankshaft
Oil Discharge Line
Clutch Ass'y. Kit
Clutch Washer Kit
Guide Bar-18"
Part No.
25. 71-3619
26. 530-016026
27. 530-036969
28. 530-023843
29, 530-016024
30. 530-023887
31. 530-010444
32. 530-069166
33- 530-O32O79
34. 530-023519
35. 530-016025
36, 530--036971
37. 530-069553
38. 530-015486
39. 530-032075
40. 530-0104741
530-052073
530-069401
530--001666
530--019195
530-037603
530-031112
530-037083
Chain-18"
Screw
Muffler Cover
Piston Pin Retainer
Rear Mount Bracket
Thrust Washer
Oil Cap Ass'y.
(Inc!. O-Ring &Ret.)
Clutch Drum Kit
Clutch Bearing
Clutch Spacer-Inside
Muffler Spacer
Muffler Screen
Piston Kit
(IncLo28,45& Pin)
Washer
Bearing Rod Top
(inc!. 22 Bearings
Connecting Rod Assy
(incl. 38 & 39)
Chain Repair Kit
Engine Gasket Kit
(*Indicates Contents).
Screw
Cylinder Gasket
Piston Ring
Clutch Tool
Muffler Baffle-Inner
Not Shown
530-083046
530-047227
530-014868
530-014768
530-085116
530-061697
530-0616351
530-037168
7t-36627
Operator Manual
Carton Contents Bag
Model 358.352380
Mode} 358.356180
Model 358.356230
Carton
Model 358,352380
Model 358.356180
Model 358.356230
Instruction Decal
Carrying Case
29
REPAIR PARTS
SEARS CHAIN SAW - MODELS 358.352380, 358.356180, 358.356230
Part No.
530-047198
530-015126
530-037254
530-015127
STD54!131
530-016064
530-036331
530-019118
530-037154
530-023791
STD512507
530-035311
530_-036332
530-015254
530-023865
530-015245
530-023805
530-069247
530-036973
530-019045
530-036972
530-015407i
530-037070
530-015147
530-037116
530-015168
Description
Flywheel Ass'y.
Flywheel Key
Spring
Washer
Nut
Screw
Reed Valve
Gasket
Carburetor Hsg.
Air Filter
Screw
Carburetor
Reed Stop
Wave Washer
Spacer
- Screw
Choke Shutter
Fuel Line Kit
Carb. Adj, Grommet
Carb. Gasket
Grommet - Throttle
Cable
Screw
Choke Lever
Wave Washer
Choke Knob
Screw
Ref.
27.
28.
29.
Pa_ No.
530-069403
530-015816
530-037014
30, 530-026766
31. 530-012311
32. 530-023575
33. 530-037485
34. 530-069232
35. 530-037158
36. 530-015771
37. 530-016018
38. 530-015812
39. 530-037013
40. 530--015777
41. 530-015123
42. 530-015036
43. 530-016080
44. 530-037155
45, 530-069288
46. 530-042023
47. 530-014760
48. 530-036967
49. 530-016020
50. 530-016021
Descriptio n
Ignition Module Kit
(tncL 29)
Screw
Wire Harness
Toggle Switch
Indicating Plate
Nut
Starter Handle
Rope Kit
Fan Hsg.
Screw
Screw
Screw
Fan Hsg. Baffle
Screw
Washer
Screw
Screw
Carb. Cover
Starter Pulley Kit
Recoil Spring
Tank & Handle Assy
Throttle Lockout
Lever
Screw
Washer
Ref.
51.
52.
53.
54.
55.
56.
57.
5&
59.
60.
6!.
62.
63.
64.
65.
66.
67.
68.
69.
• 70.
71,
72,
73.
74,
Part No.
530-015701
530-036986
530-016016
530-036966
530-036965
530-036954
530-015906
530-024317
530-036929
530-036955
530-016022
530-036946
530-025451
530-015505
530-015209
530-036939
530-016018
530-036113
530-036943
530-016019
530-037016
530-001642
530-036953
530-036956
Description
Roll Pin
Throttle Tdgger
Screw
Throttle Cabte Assy
Fuel Cap Assy.
Rear Mount Spring
Screw
Isolator Pad
Upper Bracket
Spring
Screw
Isolator Plate
Handguard
Screw
Washer
Front Handle
Screw
AV Strap
Isolator Bracket
Screw
Fuel Filter Ass'y.
Lockwasher
isolator Sleeve
Upper Sleeve
3O
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REPAIR PARTS
SEARS CHAIN SAW - MODELS 358.352380, 358.356180, 358.356230
Carburetor Assembly WT-310 #530-035353
CarbI [Oa 1
Repair | Gasket I
Kit
19. 20.
Ref.
2.
3.
4.
5,
6.
7.
8,
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
20.
Part No.
530-035203
530-035339
530-035164
530-035166
530-035172
530-035027
530-035106
530-038724
530-035016
530-035031
530-035028
530-035162
530-035163
530-035165
530-035014
530-035023
530-038722
530-03_723
530-035167
530-035161
530-035173
Description
' Idle Speed Adj. Screw
Idle Speed Adj. Spring
Fuet Pump Gasket
Fuel Pump Diaphragm
Fuel Inlet Screen WT-3
Fuel Inlet Screen WT20t247
tnret Needle Valve
Metering Lever Spring
Metering Lever Pin Screw
Metedng Lever
Metering Lever Pin
Welch Plug-5/16 Dia.
Welch Plug-l/4 Dia.
Metering Diaphragm Gasket
Metering Diaphragm
Low Speed Mixture Needle
Spdng
Low Speed Mixture Needle
High Speed Mixture Needle
High Speed Mixture NeedJe
Spring
Carb, Repair Kit
(Incl. 3-14)
Carb. Gasket/Diaphragm
(incl. 3, 4, 13, & 14))
........ i H
31
NOTES
-32 "
NOTES
- 33 -
NOTES
- 34 -
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Safety Rules .................................................................. 2
Product Specifications ................................................... 5
Customer Responsibilities ............................................ 18
Warranty ........................................................................ 5
Accessories .................................................................. 35
Assembly ....................................................................... 7
Operation ....................................................................... 9
Service and Adjustments .............................................. 23
Storage ......................................................................... 27
Trouble Shooting .......................................................... 28
Repair Parts Ordering/Service ....................... Back Cover
i i .ll .i INDEX
A
Accessories .................................................................. 35
Adjusting Screw ....... :.................................................... 7
Air Filter ............ :........................................................... 21
Assembly ........................................................................ 7
B
Bar and Chain Oil ......................................................... 16
Bucking ......................................................................... 14
C
Carburetor Adjustments ............................................... 25
Chain Oiler ................................................................... 10
Chain Sharpening ........................................................ 19
Customer Responsibilities ............................................ 18
Spark Plug ................................................................. 21
Cutting Methods ........................................................... 10
E
Engine
Fuel/Oil ...................................................................... 16
Spark Plug ................................................................. 21
Starting ...................................................................... 17
Storage ...................................................................... 27
F
Fuel Filter ..................................................................... 22
Fueling .......................................................................... 16
G
Guide Bar Lubrication ...................... ......... _.................. 19
H
Hardware Contents ........................................................ 6
K
Know Your Chain Saw ................................................... 9
L
Limbing ......................................................................... 15
M
Maintenance Schedule ................................................. 18
Model Number ................................................................ 5
Muffler .......................................................................... 22
O
Operation .............................................................. ,...., ..... 9
Ordering Repair Parts .................................... Back Cover
P
Pruning ......................................................................... 15
R
Repair Parts List ........................................................... 29
S
Service and Adjustments .............................................. 23
Spa rk Arrestor "Screen ............................................... _..22
Specifications ................................................................. 5
Starter Rope ....................................... :......................... 23
Starting ......................... .-............................................... 17
Storage ......................................................................... 27
T
Tree 'Felling.............................................................. ,_.12
Trouble Shooting .......................................................... 28
W
Warranty ......................................................................... 5
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ACCESSORIES
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These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was originally purchased. They are also available at
most 'Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the
model number of your unit.
PERFORMANCE
Spark Plug 2-cycle
Engine Oil
3.2 OZ.
807-
16OZ.
Air Filter
0Bar Oil
lqt.
1gal.
MAINTENANCE
Carrying Guide Bar Safety Chain
Goggles
Hearing
Protection
Chain
Sharpener
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Model No.
358.352380 *
358.356180
358.356230
A Nlty assembled unit
IF YOU NEED REPAIR
SERVICE OR PARTS:
REPAIR SERVICE
1-800-4-REPAIR
(1-800-473-7247)
ORDERING PARTS
1-800-FON-PART
(1,800-366-7278)
CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE
1-800-235-5878
HOURS (CST)
Mort+ - Sat. 7 a,m. - 7 p,m.
Sun. 10 a.m. -7 p+m.
CRRFTSMRN®
2.3 cu. in./38cc 2-CYCLE
1"DE
GASOLINE CHAIN
Each Gasoline Chain Saw has its own model number. The model
number for your unit wilt be found on a decal attached to the unit.
All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck
and Co. Service Centers and most Retail Stores.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION
.PRODUCT - "GASOLINE CHAIN SAW"
-MODEL NUMBER- 358.352380
358.356180
358.356230
PART NUMBER
PART DESCRIPTION
Your Sears Merchandise has added value wP_enyou consider that
Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained tech-
nicians.., professional technicians specifically trained on Sears
products, having the parts, tools and equipment to insure that we
meet our pledge to you, we service what we sell.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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