Operator's Manual CRAFTSMANo 2.2 cu. in./36cc 2-Cycle GASOLINE CHAIN SAW Model No. 358.352162 - 16 in. Bar @ + Read and follow WARNING: o all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. For answers to your questionsor about this pm, product: Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon.-Sat., 10 am-7 Sun. [] 1-800"235"5878 Sears, Roebuck 530087304 01/13/98 _.o_.,_°do,o_°_,_m°) and Co.
Warranty SafetyRules Assembly Operation Maintenance Serviceand Adjustments 2 2 5 6 11 14 Storage TroubleShootingChart PartsList Spanish Parts& Ordering FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY CHAIN SAW ON CRAFTSMAN 16 17 19 22 Back ® GAS For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Gas Chain Saw is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the owner's manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workmanship.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY • Store the unit and fuel in a coot, dry well ventilated space where fuel va• Do not operate with one hand. Sedpors cannot reach sparks or open ous injury to the operator, helpers, or flames from water heaters, electdc bystanders may resuff from onehanded operation. A chain saw is inmotors or switches, furnaces, etc. tended for two-handed use. GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK • Operate the chain saw only in a well- Follow all safety rules to help avoid ventilated outdoor area.
increase the chance of kickback. Follow manufacturer's chain sharpening and maintenance instructions. Check tension at regular intervals, but never with engine running. Make sure bar ° clamp nuts are securely tightened. Begin and continue cutting, at full speed, If the chain is moving at a slower speed, there is greater chance of kickback occurring. • Use extreme caution when reentering a cuL keep your body from being in a direct line with the cuttingchain.
prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in • cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pare, loss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints. discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention. An anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems.
KNOWYOURSAW READ THISOPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR CHAIN SAW. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE WARNING: Besuretoreadthefuel handling information in the safetyrules lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See STORAGEinstructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner section ofthismanual beforeyou begin. products in the fuel tank or permanent ff you do not understandthe fuel hanmay occur. dlinginformationdo not attempttofuel damage ee the STORAGE section for additional yourunit.Seek help from someonethat information.
OPERATING TIPS • Check chain tension before first use and after 1 minute of operat(on. See Chain Tension in the Maintenance section. • Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics, masonry, non-wood building materials, etc. • Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign object. Inspect the saw and repair parts as necessary. • Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even a small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain and increase the possibility of kickback.
plumb orleveltodetermine thedirection of tree lean. • Weight and branches on one side. • Surrounding trees and obstacles. • Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is rotted, it can snap and fail toward the operator. • Make sure there is enough room for the tree to fall. Maintain a distance of 2-1,2 tree lengths from the nearest person or other objects, Engine noise can drown out a warning call. • Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, staples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to be made.
orwoodintothe cutuntilthesawcan be Usinga log removedeasily.Restartsaw andcarefuBy for support reenterthe cut. Do notusea metal wedge.Do not attemptto restartyour saw whenit is pinchedor hungin a log, Usea wedgetoremove pinched saw I stCut Turn saw OFF and use a plasticor woodenwedge to forcecut open. OvercutUng begins on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log. When overcutting use light downward pressure.
LIMBING Limb a tree onlyafter itis cutdown. Leavethe larger limbsunderneaththe felled tree to supportthe tree as you work. • Startat the base ofthe felled tree and worktowardthe top, cuttingbranches and limbs.Remove smalllimbswith one cut, • Keep the tree between you and the chain. • Remove larger, supporting branches w_ththe _/3. 2/3 cutting techniques de* scribed in the bucking section. • Always use an overcut to cut small and freely hanging limbs.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Replacement of darnaged/wom parts shouldbe referred to your Seam 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 leaking oil tank. • On!Stop Switch- Ensure On/Stop switch functions propedy by moving the switch to the "Stop" position. Make sure engine stops; then restart engine and continue, • Fuel Tank- Do not use saw if fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK ARRESTOR SCREEN Asthe unitis used,carbondeposits buildup on the mufflerand spark arrestorscreen,and must be removed to avoidcreatinga fire hazardor affectit_gengineperformance. Replacethe sparkarrestor screenif breaksoccur. • Add lubricant to sprocket hote after each use. • Burring of guide bar mils is a normal process of rail wear. Remove these burrs with,a flat file. • When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to restore square edges and sides.
• Replace with Champion RCJTY spark plug and tighten with a 3/4 inc_hsocket wrench (i0-12 ft4bs). Spark plug gap should be .025 in. • Reinstall the spark plug boot. • Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3 screws (15-20 in-lbs). CHAIN REPLACEMENT PlugBoot Spark Plug • CAUTION: Wear protective gloves when handling chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving. It is nonnai for a new chain to stretch during the first 15 minutes of operation.
CLEAN FUEL FILTER Tocteanfuel filter, drainyourunitby runningdryof fuel, removefuel cap/retainerassemblyfrom tank, Pullfilter from tank and removefrom line.Clean with milddetergentand dnse. Dry thoroughly,reeasserebfe. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT WARNING: The chain will be moving during most of this procedure. Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety precautions. During the low speed mixture adjustment recheck idle speed after each turn of the screw. The chain must not move at idle speed.
Prepareyour unitforstorageat the end tive in minimizingtheformation offuel ofthe season or if it willnotbe used for gum depositsduringstorage.Addstabi30 daysor more. lizer tothe gasolinein thefuel tankor fuel storagecontainer.Fellowthe mix WARNING: • Allowthe engineto cool,and secure instructions foundon stabilizercontainthe unitbeforestoringortransporting_ers. Run engine at least5 minutes after addingstabilizer.
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART TROUBLE Enginewillnot startor willrun onlya few seconds after starling. CAUSE REMEDY • Ignition switchoff. • Engine flooded. o Fueltank empty. , Spark plugnot fidng. • Fuelnot reaching carburetor. • Move Ignition switch to ON. • See =Starting Instructions." ° Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. fnstall new spark plug. Check for dirty fuel filter;,replace. Check for kinked or split fuel line rpair or replace. • See "Carburetor Adjustments." • Carburetor r quires adjustment.
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART - Continued I REMEDY TROUBLE CAUSE Chain moves at idXespeed, • Idle speed requires adjustment. • Clutch requires repair. • See "Carburetor Adjustments." Chain does not move when engine is accelerated. • Chain tension too tight. • Carburetor requires adjustment. • Guide bar rails pinched, • Clutch slipping. , See "Chain Tension." • Contact Sears Service. • See "Carburetor Adjustments." • Repair or replace. ,, Contact Sears Service. ! Chain clatters • Chain tension incorrect.
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