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IMPORTANT MA_-_A L

Do Not Throw Away
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Operator's
Manual

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Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts

MODEL
NO.
358356281-2.8118"
358.356332,3.3120"

/C.RFIFTSMFIN,
2.8118"

33/20"

GASOLI N E CHAIN
......................

.....

d_WARNING:

Model No.

Sold by Sears,
L

1'-

, ,,,,

Serial No.
Retain these numbers for future

530.081372-2-09/15/93

Record in the space provided below the Model No. and Serial No. of
your saw. These numbers are located on the starting instructions
decal.

Carefully read and follow
Safety Rules, Precautions
and Operating instructions.
Failure to do so can result
in serious personal injury.

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SAW

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Roebuck
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and Co., Hoffman
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Estates,
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reference.
k

IL 60179
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USA
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and (20.

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON GASOLINE CHAIN SAW
(Excluding Bar, Chain, Spark Plush Air Filter and Starter RoPe)

:__

For one year from date of purchase, when you maintain, lubncate, and tune up this chain saw according to the operating arid mam_nance

instructions in the o.pe.ra,
tor's, manual, Sears wifl repair defects in material or workmanship in this gasoline chain saw at no

cnarge.
I his warranty excludes oar, cnain, spark plug, air flRer, and starter rope which are expendable parts and become w0m our ng
normal use.

_>e_.

if this chain saw is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty does not apply.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY REDJRNiNG THE CHAIN SAW TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT
IN THE UNITED STATES,
This warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
....................
....... Sears, ,Roebuck and Co., Dept. D/731-CR.W, Sears Tower, Ch!cago, !L 60684

Sold by Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. D/817W_ Hoffinan Estate,

TABLE

IL 60179 USA

OF CONTENTS

Specifications
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SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION .....................
Know Your Chain Saw
Preparing Your Saw For Use ...................
Accessories .........
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2
3
6
7
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Using Your Saw ...........................
TyPes of Cutting
Maintenance ...........
: ...................
Repair Parts
Quick Reference Page "

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SPECIFICATIONS
3583ss2_ (2_;}

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CU, IN. DISPLACEMENT

GU_D_
_--_UC_mCK_K'

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2.8 in._
18" Lo._ck ® Guide Bar
Stock No. 71-36372
!8" - 325 ExtendedPitch
Chrome Cut_rs - 72 Drive Unks - Stock No. 71.3634

CHAIN
LOW-KICKE_CK
SPARKPLUG

33 in.=
20_ Lo-Kick® Guide Bar
Stock No, 71-36373
20_ - 325 ExtendedPitch
ChromeCutters - 78 Drive Unks _ StockNo. 71-3635

Champion CJ-4 (StOCkNo. 71-36401)
.025_

SPARKPLUG GAP

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iGNITiON
MODULE.AIR GAP

s0:i_"_
,008 tO.0i4"

FUEL MIX

Gasofine/OitMixture"40'it
................

MUFFLER
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SparkArresting/Temperature
Umiting
USDA Approv.ed.
.............
AdjustableAutomatic
20 oz.

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OIL TANKCAPAX3WY

10 oz.

THROTTLELOCK-OUT

HANDLEBAR
LOW-KICK_C_

START-STOP

CHAIN

HANOGUARD

SW|TCH

STARTERHANDLE
•

REDUCE
GUIDE

TRIGGER

BAR

D-KICK_J_,CK

GU_tDE

START-STOP

BAR

SWITCH
CONTROl

FUEL
FRONT,CHA!N C_kTCHER
(ON CR AN¥,£TJkSE
UNDER
BARClAMP)

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CHOK_

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SPECIAL

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SAFETY

personalinjury. Donotretyonlyonthesafefydevicesprov/ded w/th yoursaw. As a chain saw user, you must take
special safety precautions to help keep your cutting jobs
free from accident or injury.
AKICKBACK
WARNING
Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts
an _
at the upperportionofthetipoftheguide
bar
or when thewood €loses in and ptncheethesew chain
in the cut, Contact at the upper portton of the tip of the
guide barcan cause the chain to dig into theobject and
stop the chain for an Instant. The result is s lightning
fast, reverse reaction which k_cksthe guide bar upand
back toward the operator, ff the saw chain ispinched
along the top of the gulde 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 serious 'injury.

KICKBACK

PATH

REDUCING

6.
7.
8.
9.

AREA

Figure 2
STAND
TO THE
LEFT OF
THE SAW

3.
LOCKED

LEFTHAND

5.
UNOF.R
SlOe
OF HANDLEBAR

Figure 31

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KICKBACK

Begin and continue cutting at lull throttle, if the
chain is moving at a slower speed, there is greater
chance for kickback.
Cut only one log at a time.
Use extreme caution when re-entering a cut.
Do not attempt plunge cuts.
Watch for shifting logs orotherforces that could
close a cut and pinch or fail into the chain.
Use only the Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar and
Low.Kickback Chain specifiedfor yoursaw.

MAINTAINING
AVOID
OBSTRUCTIONS

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1. Recognize that kickback can happen. With a
basic understanding of kickback, you can reduce
the element of Surprise which contributes to
accidents.
2. Never iat the moving chain €ontact anyobject at the
Up of the guide bar. Figure1.
3. Keep the working area free from obstructions
such as other trees, branches, rocks, fences,
stumps, etc. Figure 2. Eliminate or avoid any
obstructionthat your saw chain could hit while you
are cutting through a particular log or branch.
4. Keep your saw chain sharp and properly tensioned. FollowSears chainsharpeningand maintenance instructions.Checktensionat regular intervals
withtheenginestopped,neverwiththeenginerunning.
Make sure the bar clamp nuts are securelytightened
after tensioningthe chain. A looseor dull chain can
increasethe chance of kickback.

10.

Figure I

NEVER
REVERSE
HAND

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SECTION

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK
Kickback is adangerous
reac onthatcanmead
toserous

CLEAR
WORKING

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CONTROL

Keep a good firm gdp on the saw with both hands
when the engine is running and don't let go.
Figu_r_e
3, A firm grip can neutralize kickback and
help you maintain control of the saw. Keep the
fingers of your left hand encircling and your left
thumb under the front handlebar. Keep your right
hand completely around the rear handle whether
you are right handed or left handed. Keep your left
arm straight with the elbow locked.
Position your left handon the front handlebar SOit
isin a streight line with your dght hand onthe rear
handle when making bucking cuts. Figure3. Never
reverse right and left hand positionsfor any type of
cutting.
Stand with your weight evenly balanced on
both feet.
Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to keep
your body and head from being in a direct line
with the cutting chain. Figure 3.
Do not overreach. You could be drawn or thrown
Loftbalance and lose control of the saw.
Never cut above shoulder height. It is difficultto
maintaincontrolofthe saw aboveshoulderheight and
places the chain dangerously close to your upper
body.

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SPECIAL
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SAFETY SECTION

(continued)

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Do not attempt to use your chain Saw during bad
weather conditions such as strong wind, rain, snow,
etc.. or at night.
Plan your sawing operation carefully in advance. Do
notstartcutting untilyou have a clear workarea, secure
footjng,and ifyouare fellingtrees, a plannedretreatpath.

AWARNING

SNUG
PROTECTION

FITTING
CLOTHING

5.
GLOVES

AVOID
SAFETY CHAPS

Figure4

YOUR

To avoid Pinch-Kickback:

SAW

Read your Operator's Manualcarefully untilyoucompletelyunderstandandfollowallsafetyrulesand oper_ng
instnJctionsbeforeattemptingto operatethe unit.
2.. Restrict the useof yoursew to adultusers who understand and fo!low the safety rules, precautions, and
operating instructionsin this manual.

2.
3.

2_L

AHEAD

Wear protective gear. Figure 4. Always usesteel-toed
sa=
fetyfootwear withnon-slipsoles;snug-fittingclothing;
heavy, duty non-sl_p g_:_s; eye pr(ff_"tion such a._
non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approvedsafetyhardhat,and soundbarriers-- ear plugsor
mufflers to protectyour hearing. Regular users should
have hearing checked regularlyas chain saw noisecan
damage hearing.
Keep chiidrert, ly_staltdem, and petsout of the work
area-- a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters). Do notallow
other people or animalsto be near the chain saw when
startingor operatingthechain saw.
Do not handle or operate a chain saw when you are
fatigued, ill, upset, orif you are under the influenceof
alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in good
physicalconditionand mentally alert. Chain saw work is
strenuous, Ifyou haveanycond_on that might be aggravated by strenuous work,check with yourdoctor before
operating a chain saw.

Be extremely aware of situations or obstructions
that can cause material to pinch the top of or otherwise stop the chain.
Do not cut more than one log at a time,
Do not twist the saw as the bar is withdrawr_ from an
under-cut when bucking.

To avoid Pull-in:

PLAN

FORCES

Pinch-Kickback and Pull-in occur when the chain issuddenly stopped bybeing pinched, caught, or by
contacting a foreign object in the wood. This resultsin a
reversalofthechainforceusedtocutwoodandcausesthesaw
to move in the opposite directionof chain rotation.PinchKickback drivesthe saw straight back towardthe operator.
Pull-in pullsthe sawaway fromthe opera_. JEitherlreaction
canresultinlossofcontroland possibleserious injury.

KNOW

REACTIVE

Always begin cutting with the engine at full throttle
and the spur against the wood.
Use wedges made of plastic or wood (never of metal)
toholdthe cut open,

HANDLE

FUEL WITH

CAUTION

Elimin=te a!! soumes of =,z_pa_rks
or flame in the am_a_
where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored. There should
be no smoking, open flames, or work that could cause
sparks.
2. Mixand pour fuelin an outdoor area, on bareground;
store fuel in a cool, dry, wetl-venUlated place; and use
an approved, marked container for fuel.
3. Wipe up all spilled fuel before starting your saw.
4. 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 sew.
6. Turn the engine off and let your saw cool in a noncombustible area, not on dry leaves, straw,paper, etc.
7. Stop engine before removingfuel cap. Allowthe engine
to cool before refueling.
8. Store tool and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparksor open flames from waterheaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
To avoid the above listed situations, refer to the
"Types of Cutting" section.

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SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION (continued)
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OPERATE

YOUR

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SAW SAFELY
,

1. Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely
assembled.
2. Operate the chain m only in outdoor areal
3. Do not operate the saw from a ladder or in a tree.
4: Position all parts of your body to the left of cut and
away from the law cltlin when the engine is
running.
5. Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,masonry,
non-wood building materials, etc. Inspect materialto
be cut; remove any foreign materialssuch as nails,
wire, etc. Do not use yoursaw to pry or shove away
limbs, roots,or other objects.
6. Make sure the chain wilt not make contact with
any object before starting the motor. Never try to
start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut.
7. 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.
8. Be alert for springback when cutting a limb that is
under tension so you wiii not be struck by the limb oF
saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released.
9. Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of a cut.
This can cause you to lose control when the cut is
completed.
10. Stop the engine before setting the saw down.

MAINTAIN
WORKING

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Never modify your saw in any way. Use onlyattach.
ments suppliedor specificallyrecommendedby Sears.

Always replace the handguard immediately if it
becomesdamaged, broken, or is otherwise removed.

Keep thevibration isolators in good condition. Periodicallyinspectisolatorsfor tears, rips,or separationof the
rubberportionfromthemetalmountings.HaveyourSears
ServiceCenter/Departmentreplacethe isolators
ifwomor
damaged,ifvibrationincreases, or ifmountsdevelopan
out ofroundor swollenshape from exposuretogasoline
and/oroil.Ris recommendedthatall isolators be replaced
whena failure toone occurs.

CARRY
1.

AND STORE

YOUR

SAW SAFELY

Handcarrythe unit with theengine stopped, the muftier awayfrom your body, and theguidebarandchainto
the rearcoveredpreferablywith a scabbard.

Before transporting in any vehicle or stodng in any
enclosure, allowyoursaw to coolcompletely,coverthe
bar and chain,and properlysecuretoavoid turnover,fuel
spillage,ordamage.
3. _B._fom=stodng=thetool, use up ,_,el left in the _-_rburetorand fuel tines by starting the engine and letting
it run until_itstops.
4.

Store in a dry area out of the reach of children and
a_ from where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, furnaces,et_

YOUR SAW IN GOOD
ORDER
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

2.
3.
4.

Have all chain sawservice performed byyourSears
Service Center/Department with the exceptionof the
items listedin the maintenance sectionofthismanual.For
example, ifimpropertoolsare usedto removeorholdthe
flywheelwhen servicingthe clutch,structural damage to
the flywheel can occur and causethe flywheeltoburst.
Keep fueland oilcaps, screws, aiidP_tene_=iy
tightened.
Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel
mixture.
Make certain the saw chain stops moving when the
throttle trigger is released. For correction, refer to
"Carburetor Adjustment" instructions.

Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object.
Check for alignment, binding, breakage, and mounting of moving parts and any othercondition that may
affect the operation of the unit. Check guards and all
other parts to see if each willoperate propedyand
perform its intended function. Any part that is damaged shouldbe propedy repairedor replacedbyusing
the instructionsin thismanualor by seeingyour Sears
Service Center.
6. Disconnect the spark plug before performing any
maintenance except for carburetor adjustments,

NOTE: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of
gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood
vesselor nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
wrists of people prone to circulation disorders or
abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
weather has be6ri linked to b166d iie_i
dania_le
in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur
such as numbness, pain, loss of strength, change
in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the
fingers, hands, or wrists, discontinue the use of
this tool and seek medical attention. An antivibration system does not guarantee the
avoidance of these problems. Users who operate
powertoolson acontinual and regularbasismust
monitor closely their physical condition and the
condition of this tool.

Notice: Refer to the Code of Federal Regulations,Section
1910.266(5);2_5.1 of American National Standard
Safety Requirements for Pulpwood Logging, ANSI
03.1-1978;and relevant state safety codes when
usinga chainsaw for togging purposes.

NOTE: When cutting fibrous materialsuch as palms,pampas grass, yucca, etc., clean the cooling system (including cylinder
cooling fins) after every other refueling.
5

KNOW YOUR CHAIN

SAW
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A. INTRODUCTION
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GUIDE

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B, KICKBACK

SAFETY

"RADIUS

CHAI#

CUTTER

TIP

OBSTRUCT
M/mERIAL
CHAIN WITH
KICKtMC;K POlrI_NTIAL

Figure 5

REQUIREMENTS.

For users on U.S. Forest Land and in some states,
including California (Public Resources Codes 4442
and 4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey,
Oregon, and Washington: Certain internalcombustion engines operated on forest, brush, and/or grasscovered lands in the above areas, must be equipped
with a spark arrestor,maintained in effectiveworking
order,or the engine must be constructed, equipped,
+and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with
yourstate or localauthoritiesfor regulationspertaining
to these requirements.Failure to follow these requirementsis a violation of the law. This unit is factoryequipped with a spark a_estor, if a spark arrestor
isrequired in yourarea, you are lega!lyresponsiblefor
maintainingthe operatingconditionof these parts(see
"Spark Arrestor" in the maintenance section).

'
A WARNING
Do not operate the chain saw unless the safety
devices or their specified replacements are properly
installed and maintained according to the instruci tions in this manual. Do notuse any other guide bar
and chain combination that is not equivalent to the
+original equipment or not certified to comply with
ANSI BI75.1-1985. Failure to followthese instructions
can result in serious injury.

C, STATE AND LOCAL

FEATURES

Reduced;Kickback Guide Bar, designed with a
srna;lradiustipwhichreducesthesizeofthe kicld_ck
danger zone on the bar tip. Figure 5. A ReducedKickbackGuide Bar is one whichhas beendemonstrated to significantly reduce the number and
seriousnessofkickbackswhentestedin accordance
with the safety requkementsfor gasoline powered
chainsawsas set bytheAmericanNationalStandards
Institute,inc., Standard BI75.1-1985.
-- Low-Kickback Chain, designedwith a contoured
depthgaugeand guardlinkwhichdeflectthe kickback
force and allowwoodto graduallyrideintothe cutter,
Figure.5Low-KickbackSaw Chainischainwhichhas
met the kickbackperformancerequirementsofANSI
B175.1when tested on a representativesample of
chain saws below 3.8 cubic inch displacement
specified in ANSI B175+1-1985.
(American National
Stat_trd for PowerTo, is - G_3iine P_'_f_fCPi_i_
Saws - Safety Requirements).
"Handguard,
designedto reducethechance ofyour
: lefthandcontactingthechain ifyourhandslipsoffthe
front handlebE
--Position of front and rear handlebars, designed
withdistancebetweenhandlesand"inline"witheach
other.The spreadand "in line"positionof thehandlebars worktogetherto givebalanceand resistancein
controllingthe saw ifkickbackoccurs.

LOW KtCK_IkGK

SYMML=R'RfCAL
GUIDE BAR

AWARNING
The following features are includedon your saw to help
reduce the hazard of kickback; however,such features
+will not totally eliminate this dangerousreaction. Asa
chain saw user, do not rely only onsafety devices. You
must follow all safety precautions, instructions, and
•maintenance in this manual to helpavoid kickback and
other forces which can result in serious injury.

BAR

GAUGE

CO/(TtXN_ED
_ONGATED

Yoursaw has been desig.nedwith safetyin mind and
inc_Jdesthetoiiowing featuresas standard equipment:
-- Reduced-KickbackGuide"Bar(Lo-Kicl_)
-- Low-Kickback Chain (ElongatedGuard Link)
-- Spark Arrestor
--Temperature Limiting Muffler
-- Handguards
"--Full VibrationIsolationSystem

CARTON
CONTENTS
After you unpack the carton:
1. Check the contents against the list below.
2. Examine the items for damage.
3. Notih/yourSearsStoreimmediate/yffapartismissing
or damaged.
NOTE: it is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in
an eml_ty f_iel lank.
KEY NO.
1
2
3
-4
5
6
7
8
9
!0
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CARTON CONTENTS:

Power Head
Guide Bar
2,Cycle Engine Oil
Loose Parts Bag (not ShOwn)
LOOSE PARTS BAG CONTENTS:
Handguard
Cap-Handguard
Screws - Handguard (#10x t ")
Spur
Screw - Spur (#I0 - 24 x 5/8")
Chain
ScrenC,h
Operator's Manual (not shown)

QTY.
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
2
1
1
1

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PREPARING

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GETTING

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READY

!. READ YOUR OPERATOR'S

MANUAL

2. HAVE THE FOLLOWING AVAILABLE:

YourOperator'sManual hasbeen developedtohelp
you prepare yoursaw for use and to understandits
safe operation. It is important that you read your
manual completelyto become familiar with the unit
beforeyou begin assemblyor attemptoperation.

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YOUR SAW FOR USE-

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ATTACHING

THE

a. Proteotive gloves
"b. Approved, marked, fuel container.
c_ Regular unleaded gasoline. (See "Fueling
Your Engine.")
d. Two-cycle engine oil provided with unit.
e.. Bar and Chain Lubricant. (See "Bar and
Chain Lubdcant")
f. Scrench -- providedwithyour unit. Use the long
end ofthetoolas a standardscrewdriver,the small
pipeend asasockBtwrench,andthe largerpipeend
to removethe sparkplug.
_ Phtlllps Screwddver.
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HANDGUARD

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AWARNING

The Handguard is a protective device designed to
reduce the chance of your left hand contacting the
chain if your hand slips off the front handlebar.

HANDGUARD

, ,

Do not use the saw without the handguard in place.
Always replace the handguard immediately if it
becomes damaged, broken, or otherwise removed.
• Uftandcorrythechalnsawbythehandlebar,
by the handguard.

not"

• Keep Lhe .handguard L_,N:_mly fastened at a!!
times. Check the handguardscrews each time the
sawis used.

PINHOLE

• To Install:
1. Alignthe Handguardand HandguardCap around
the Handlebar as shownin Figure 6_
2. Fit the mountingpinon the Handguard intothe
pin holein the Handlebar.Figure6 (inset).

UARD

Figure6

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ATTACHING

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3. Insertthe3 mountingscrewsintothe3 holeson the
HandguardCap.
4. Turneach screwwitha Phillipsscrewdnver a little
at a time clockwiseuntilthe HandguardCap and
Handguardmeet andthere is nogap between the
two parts.

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SPUR

• The spur is a special piece of equipment designed
to assist the cutting operation. When assembledto
thesaw. the spurwilldigintothe tree or logand:
= relieve contact pressure adding ease to the sawing operation.
-allow the saw to be more easily rotated or pivoted
into the cut.
• To Install:

4. Secure the spurwiththe new screw(supplied)and
the screw removedin step 2. Tighten the screws
firmly.

1. Remove the bar clamp nuts and-bar clamp.
NOTE: Be sure to remove the spacer on the bar
stud (between the bar clamp and the crankcase).
2. Remove the front screw and spacer from the
chaincatcher brackeLFigure 7 Onset).Discardthe
spacer.
3. Positionthe spur overthe two holes in the shroud.
Figure 7. Make sure the lower screw hole on the
spur is positioned between the shroud and the
chain catcher bracket. Figure .7.
Figure 7

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•

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Wear protective gloveswhan handltng
or _
yoursaw. Thechain ISsharpandcan _.t
you even when it Is not movingl
• Your saw isequipped with a Reduced-KIckbeck
Guide Bar and a Low-Kickbeck Chain.

Do not start engine without guide bar end chain com1 pletMy asumbisd. Otherwise,
AWARNINGthe dutch can come off
and serious'Injury can moult.

• Use onlythe Reduced-Kickback GuideBarand
Low-Kickback Chain specified for your chain
s_rw model when replacing these parts. See
"Specifications:'

1. Tumtheadjusting screwcounterclockwise
tomove
theadjustingpinalmostasfar asitwillgo tother_.
Figure 10.
2. Mounttheslottsdendoftheguidebar overthebar
mountingstudsand thesmallroundhole overthe
adjusting pin. Figure8 Turnthe adjustingscrew
as neededtopositionthe adjustingpin.
Holdchainwithcuttersfacing aSshownin FK:jure
9.
4. Place chainoverand behind theclutchdrumonto
the sprocket. Fit the bottom of the ddve links
between the teeth in the sprocket.

Figure 8

Startatthetopofthe barand fitthechaindrivelinks
into the groovearoundthe guidebar. Figure9.
.

Tum thea_usting screwclockwiseuntil the chain
issnug inthe guide bar groove.Figure 10.

7. installthe bar clamp,replace the bar clamp nuts,
then tighten the nuts finger tight on_
8." Foliow"ChainTension"instructionsbelow.
Figure 9
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CHAIN

TENSION

• Correct chain tension is very important:
--a loose chain wilt wear the bar and itself.
--a loose chain can jump off the bar while
you are cutting.
--a tight chain can damage the saw and/or
break.
• The chain stretches during use, especially
when new. Check tension:
each time the saw is used
-- more t_requentiywhen the chain isnew
as the chain warms up to normal operating temperature
• Chain tensioning procedure:
NOTE: The bar clamp nuts must be no more than
finger tight to tension the chain correctly.
NOTE: Hold up the tip of the Guide Bar through
step 4.
1. Hold thetipof theguide bar up and turnthe adjusting
screw just until the chain does not sag beneath the
guide bar. Figure10.
ADJUSTING

NOTE: Turnscrewclockwisetotighten tension.Turn
screwcounterclockwiseto loosentension,
.

While still holdingthe tip of the guide bar up che_k
the tension by liftingthe chain from the guide bar
at the center of the b_ Figure 11.
NOTE:
--can
at a
--and

Chain tension is correct when the chain:
be lifted about 1/8" from the Guide Bar
point neat the middle of the bar,
will move freely around the bar.

When installing a new chain, allow the chain to
be lifted 114"from the bar, Thereafter, follow the
instructions as indicated,
3. Continueadjustingthe AdjustingScrew untilthe
tension is correct.
4. Hold the tip of the Guide Bar up and tighten the
Bar Clamp Nut with the Bar Adjusting Tool.
5. Recheck tension. See Figure 11.

SCREW

TURN
TO TIGHTEN

TENSION
TURN
TO LOOSEN
TENSION

Figure 10

Figure 11

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YOUR ENGINE

1. FUEL SAFETY
a. Use only recommended fuel mixtures.
b. MIx and pour fuel outdoors and where there are
no sparks or flames.
c. Use a container approved for fuel.
d. Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuelor the
tool or while using the tool.
e. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
h Move at least 10 feet away from fueling site
before starting engine.
g, Stop engine before removing fuel cap. Allow
the engine to cool before refueling.
h. Before storing the tool, use up fuel left in the
carburetorand fue!linesbystartingthe engineand
letting it run until it stops.
i.

Store tool and fuel in an area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from water
heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces,
etc.

2. FUEL

MIXTURE

* Your tool Is powered by • two-cycle engtne
which requires a fuel mixture of regular
• unleaded ga=ollne and a high quality engine oll
specially made for 2-cycle, air cooled engines.
The internal design of the 2-cycleengine requires
lubricationof moving parts.Lubricationisprovided
when therecommendedmixture ofgasolineand oil
is used.
• Gasoline must be clean and not over two months
old. Gasolinewill chemicallybreak down and form
compounds thatcause hardsta_ingand damage in
2-cycle engines.
important. Toomuch oil in the mixturewill foulthe
spark plug.
[CAUTION:! Toolittle oil or incorrect oil will cause
the engine to overheat and seize.
• Always mix the fuel thoroughly in a container
since gasolineand oildo notreadilycombine.Donor
mix gasolineand oi! directlyin the fuel tank.

3. USE THE FOLLOWING
ONLY:
SEARS CRAFTSMAN 2-CYCLE ENGINE OIL
MIXED AT 40:1 IS*STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
CONSULT THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE OIL
CONTAINER FOR PROPER MIXING.
1 Part Oil to 40 Parts Gasoline :
3.2 FI Oz Oil to 1 Gallon Gasoline
8.0 FI Oz Oil to 2.5 Gallon Gasoline
Not all air-cooledengine oilshavethe same qualities.If Sears Craftsman2-cycleengine oil is not
available, use a good quality,2-cycle engine oil
recommendedfor air-cooledengines Mix at a ratio
of 16:1(8 07. oilto 1 gallon gasoline).A 16:1 fuel
mixturewith these oilswillassure adequate lubricationfor your engine.
4. DO NOT USE:
• NMMA Oil -- National Marine Manufacturers
Association {formerly BIA)
Does not have proper additives for 2-cycle, aircooled engines and can c_use engine damage.
• AUTOMOTIVE OIL -Does not have proper additives for 2-cycle, aircooled engines and can cause engine damage.
CAUTION
Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and formation of
acids dudng storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage.To avoid engine
problems, do not leave fuel in the unit when storing
for 30 days or longer. Start the engine and let it run
until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh
fuel next season. See the "Storage" section for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner pmdu,#_s in the fuel tank or permanent
damage can occur.
NOTE: if you do not want to remove the gasoline
from your unit, SEARS CRAFTSMAN Fuel
Stabilizer(#71-33500) may be added to gasoline
te_ in the tank to minimize gum deposi_ and
adds. If the tank is almost empty, mix stabilizer
with fresh gasoline in a separate containerand
add to the tank.
5. HOWTO MiX FUELAND FILL TANK
a. pour the proper measure of engine oil intoan approved,
marked container. The, fill the container with regular
unleaded gasoline,
NOTE: If fuel is already in the container, add the proper
measureof engine oil. Then, close the containertightlyand
sh_i it momentarily.
NOTE.'Do not mix gasoline and oi/ dimcth/in the rue/tank.
b, Using a spout or funnel, fill the fuel tank with fuel mix,
c. Reinstal!the fuel cap securely.

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liAR AND CHAIN

3. ADJUSTING THE AUTOMATIC OILER

LUBRICANT

• The Guide Bar and Cuttingchain mquirecon.
tinuous lubrication to remainin operating con*
dition. Lubricationis providedby the automatic
oilersystemwhen the oiltank iskeptfilled.

-- less oil is required for soft or freshly cut
wood.

-- Lack ofoil willquloldyruin the bar and chain.
-- Toollttle oil wilt causeoverheatl ng shownby
smokecomingfromthechainand/ordiscolorationof the guidebar rails
e

-- maximum oil is required for bardwood or
wood that has bean cut for a period of time.
e

Use Sears Bar and Chain Lubricant (#71-36554gal. or #71-36556-qt.) to fill the oil tank. CleanSAlE
3(7,Noil may also be used, but is lesseffective.Never
use waste oil for 1hispurpose.

HOW TO RLL THE OIL TANK
a. Stop the engine,
.

c, Loosencapslowlyand waitfor pressureinthe tank
to be releasedbeforeremovingthe cap.
d. Fillthe oiltank,
e. Replace the oilcap securely.

The adjusting screw islocatedat the bottomof
the saw on the crankcasenexttothe barclamp
housingand canbe adjustedwiththe,screwdriver
end of the scrench provided with your saw.
Figure 13.
, _,
-- To increase the oil flow, turn the adjusting
screwcounterclockwise.
-- To decrease the oil flow, turnthe adjusting
screwclockwise.

• In freezingweatheroilwillthicken, making itnecessary to thin bar and chain oil with a small amount
of#1 Diesel FuelorKemsene. Barand chainoilmust
be free flowingfor adequatelubrication.
usE THE FOLLOWING:
30° or above -- Lubricant undiluted
30° to 0°F, -- 950/oLubricant to 5%
#1 Diesel fuel or Kerosene.
Below OOF. -- 90% Lubricant to 10%
#1 Diesel fuel or Kerosene.

b. 7am sawon itsside withoilcap up. Figure 12.

The adjustable automatic oiler _sot for maximum output at the factory. Some types of
cutting will require adjusting the oiler.

tf the oiler isadjusted to decrease the oil flow,
be sure to readjustthe oiler before returningto
types of cuttingthatrequiregreaterlubrication.

When the saw is run at high RPM's for long
pedods of time during certain types of cutring, such aspmning or debmnching, moreoil
can be deliveredthan is required.To avoidrunning out of chain oil before runningout of fuel,
checkthe oiltankperiodically.

IMPORTANT

POINTS TO REMEMBER

a. Fill the oil tank each time you refill the fuel
tank to ensure there will be sufficientod for the
chain whenever you startand runthe saw
b. Keep sawdust and debris cleaned from the
oil holes in the guide bar to allowan adequate
oilflow to thebar and chain.
c. Keep spilled and spattered oUwiped fromthe
unit toavoid sawdust and debds build-up. Pay
particularattention tooil on the fan housingand
starterassemblytoavo{doverheating theengine.
d. It isnormal for asmail amount of oiito appear
under the saw after the engine stops. This
accumulation is oil drainage from the bar and
chain when the unitis not in use.

Figure 13
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ACCESSORIES
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Available through your nearest Sears Store, Catalog Sales Office, or Service Center.
Catalog No.
Description
71-36565
FileGuide
71-36527
File (11/64"Dia.)Twin Pack
71-36557
Depth Gauge Tool
71-3634
Replacement Chain for 2,8 - Low-Kickback - (33SL72 drive links) (requires 11/64"dia. file)
71-3635
Replacement chain for 33 Low-Kickback -(78 drive linksl)
(requires 11i64"dia. file)
71-36372
Replacement Guide Bar- 18" - Lo-Kick_ Symmetrical
71-36373
Replacement Guide Bar - 20"-Low-Kicl_-Symmetrical
71-36401
Spark Pl(_g-ChampionCJ4
71-30143
2-CycleEngineOil71-36554
Bar and Chain Lubricant (gallon size)*
71.,36556
Bar and Chain Lubricant (quart Size)*
71-33500
Fuel Stabilizer
*Available through your Sears Service center/Catalogue,

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DEVICES

1. The Start/Stop Switch is moved forward for the
"Start" positionand rearwardfor the "Stop" position.

Understanding the control devices on your saw is
an important part of leamlng how to properly and
safely operate the unit. Figure 14.

2. The two-positionChoke helps to startthe saw by
controllingthe air flowtothe fuel system.

START/STOP
SWITCH

STAre

<"Y STOP

The Trigger acceleratesandcontrolsthespeedotthe
engine and is designedto be usedwith the throttle
lock-out
The Throttle Lock-out prevents the trigger from
becomingaccidentally
engaged.The throttlelock-out
mustbe pressedbeforethetriggercanbe activated.

5. The ThrottleLockholdsthethrottlelock-outandtrigger in positionwhile the engine is being started.
Release the throttlelockaftertheengine isstarl_ by •
lightlysqueezing thetrigger.
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'(_ WARNING
Always wear gloves; safety footwear; snug-fitting
clothing; and eye, hearing, and head protection
devices when Operating a chain saw.
1. BASIC PROCEDURE
a. Set the saw on fiat ground making certain the
saw chain is free to turn without contacting any
object. Figure 15.
b. Move startJstopswitch to the"Start" position.
c. Push down on the throffle lock-out, then
squeeze the trigger. Press and hold down the
throttle lock, then slowly release the trigger.
Figure 14. When the trigger is released, the
throttle lock is engaged.
d. Adjustchokeaccordingto "Startingl_rocedure
for Varying Conditions," step 2.
e. Hold front handlebar with left hand. Place right
foot through rear handle to stabilize saw.
f. Pull starter rope quickly with your right hand.
g, After engine has started_ squeezethen release
throttle trigger to release the throttle lock,
allowing the engine to return to idle.

move when the engine runs at idle
t The chain must not_I_WARNING
speed. Refer to "Carburetor Adjustment;' Page 19,
t for correction.
h. Stop engine by m_ving the ignition switch to
the"STOP" position (Figure 14).
HOLD F-HONTHANDLE-BAR

ANDPLACE
iW'.,HT
FOOT THROUGH HANDLE.

Figure 15

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2. STARTING PROCEDURE FOR VARYING
CONDITIONS
NOTE: Be sure to follow"1. Basic Procedure," as
describedon this page.
a. COLD ENGINE
1.)Pullchoke to fullchokeposition. Figure14.
2 ) Pull starterrope untilengine attemptsto run.
3.)Push choketothe half position. Figuret4.
4.) Pullstarterrope untilengine runs.
5.)After 5 secondwarm up, push choketo the off
position.Figure 14.
_WARNING
Avoid bodily contact with the muffler when starting or
using a warm engine to avoid serious bums,
b. WARM ENGINE
1.)Leave chokeat theoffposition.Figure 14.
2.) Pullstarter ropeuntilengine runs.
c. REFUELED WARM ENGINE AFTER
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL
1.) Pullchoke to full choke position.Figure 14.
2.) Pullstarter ropeuntilengine attempts to run
3.) Push ct'_ke tothe offposit_on.Figure14.
4.) Pull starter ropeuntilengine runs.
3. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
a. When pulling the starter rope, do notuse thefull
extentofthe ropeasthis cancausetheropetobreak.
Do not letthe starterropesnap back. Holdthe handle ar,d let the roperewind slowly.
b. If engine floods, letthe unitsit fora few minutes,
then repeat startingprocedureusingthe half-choke
position.
c. Foreold weathorstarting, allowengir_ towarmuP
(1-2rain.)at thehalf-cho_ position, thenmoveclio_
tothe closedpos'_ion.Do not cutwith the choke at
the "full" or "haft" position.
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TYPES

OF CUTTING
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CUTTING

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A KICKBACK WARNING
Kickbackcan occur when the moving chain contacts an
object st 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 barcan causa the chsin to dig into the object and
stop the chain for an instant. The result is s lightning
fast, reveme 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
drivenrapidlybacktowardtheoperator.
Eitherof these
reactions can cause loss of saw control which can
result in serious/injury.
2. UNDERSTAND
REACTIVE FORCES
Pinch-Kickback and Pult-ln occur when the chain
is suddenly stopped by being pinched, caught, or
by contacting a foreign object in the wood. This
resultsina reversalofthe chainforceused to cutwood
•and causesthe saw to movein theoppositedirectionof
chain rotation.Either reactioncan resultin loss ofcontrotand aossible serious personalinjury.
• Pinch-Kickback
-- occurswhen the chain on top ofthe bar is suddenly
stoppedwhen the top ofthe bar is used for cuing.
-- rapidly drives the saw straight back toward the
• Pull-In
-can occur when the chain on the bottom of the
bar is suddenly stopped.
- pulls the saw rapidly forward.

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TECHNIQUE

1. IMPORTANT POINTS.
a. Cut wood only, Do not cut metal, plastics,
ma._nr'f,non-woodbuildingmaterials,etc:Donot
use yoursaw to pry or shoveawaylimbs,roots,or
otherobjects.
b. Stop the saw tf the chain strikes a foreign
object. Inspect the unit and repair or replace
parts as necessary.
c. Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Evena
small amount of dirt willquick_ dull a chainand
increasethe possibilityof kickbacl_

PROCEDURE

Practk_cuttingalewsmalltogsusingthefo_wing ted-,niquetogetthe'feel" ofusingyoursawbeforeyoubegina
maw sawingoperation.
a. Accelerate the engine to full throttle Just before
entering the cut by squeezingthe throttle trigger.
b. Begin cutting thewith spur againstthe log. Figure
16
c. Run the engineat full throttle the entiretimeyou are
cutting.
d. Allow the chain to cut for you; exert only light
downward pressure. If you force the cut, damage to
the bar, chain, or engine can result.
e. Release the throttle trigger as soon as the cut is
completed, allowingthe engineto idle. If you runthe
saw at full throttlewithouta cuttingload, unnecessary
wear can occurtothe chain, bar,and engine.
f. Do not put pressure onthesawat theend ofthe cut
to avoid !osingcontre!when the cut iscomplete.
g. Stop the engine before setting the saw down after
cutting.

Figure 16

TECHNIQUES

PLAN YOUR SAWING OPERATION CAREFULLY IN ADVANCE
a. Clear the work area. You need a clear area all
around the tree where you can have secure
footing.
b. Study the natural conditions that can cause
the tree to fall in a particular direction:
1.) The WIND directionand speed.
2.) The LEAN of the tree.
3.) WEIGHTED with BRANCHES on one side.
4.) SurroundingTREES and OBSTACLES.
c. Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is rotted,
itcould snap and fall toward the operator.

d. Check for broken or dead branches which
could fal! on you while cutting.
e. Makesure there is enough room for thetreeto
fall. Maintaina distance21/2tree lengths from the
nearest personor other object.Engine noisecan
drown out a warningcall.
f. Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails,
staples, and wire from the tree where cuts
are to be made.
g. Plan rostand on the up-hill side when cutting on a slope. Figure 16.
h. Plan s clear retreat path to the rear and
diagona! to the line of fall. Figure 17.

2. FELUNG SMALL TREES _ LESS THAN 6"
IN DIAMETER
a Ifyou knowthedirectionoffall:
1.) Make a single,horizontalfelling cut on the
side away from the directionof the fall.
2.) Cut allLheway through.
3.) Stop the saw, put it down, and get away
quicklyon yourplannedretreat path.
b. If you are not sure which way the tree willfall,
use the notchmethod describedfor fellinglarge
trees.

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AWARNING
IX) NOT CUT:
near electrical wires or buildings.
if you do not know the direcUon of tree fall.
_ at night since you will not be able to see well.
--during
bad wealher _ strong wind, snow, rain,
etc.

FELMNG LARGE
OR MORE

TREES --

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