16 in. bar 2.2 cu.in./36cc 2-cycle gasoline chain saw (48 pages)
Summary of Contents for Craftsman 358.362180
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Operator's Manual 2.4 cu.in./40cc 2-Cycle GASOLINE CHAIN Model No. 358.362180 - 18 in. Bar • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List • Espa_ol, p. 26 WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. For answers to your questions about this product:...
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(3) years from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store, Sears Service Center, or other Craftsman out- let in the United States for free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible).
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Use only Craftsman acces- • Do not s tart cutting until you have a sories and replacement parts as rec- clear work a rea, secure footing, and, ommended.
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REDUCE THE CHANCE %_ _ Kickback KICKBACK Path • Recognize that kickback can hap- pen. With a basic understanding kickback, you can reduce the ele- ment of surprise which contributes accidents. • Never let the moving chain contact any object at the tip of the guide bar. •...
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MAINTAIN CONTROL reduces the size of the kickback Stand to the left of the saw danger zone on the bar tip. This type of bar has been demonstrated to sig- nificantly reduce the number and se- underside riousness of kickbacks when tested in accordance with ANSI B175.1.
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CHAIN B RAKE: Ifthis saw istobe your u nit t othe place o fpurchase if purchased from aservicing dealer, or used f orcommercial logging, achain toyour n earest Sears Service Center. brake i srequired and shall not b ere- moved orotherwise disabled tocom- •...
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KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW 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 the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future ref- erence.
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The we recommend you use Craftsman chain brake must be disengaged before chain saw bar oil. If Craftsman bar oil cutting with the saw. is not available, you may use a good grade SAE 30 oil until you are able to...
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IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER 3. Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times When pulling the starter rope, do not with your right hand. Then, pro- use the full extent of the rope as this ceed to the next step. can cause the rope to break. Do not let NOTE: Ifthe engine sounds as if it is try- starter rope snap back.
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• The inertia-activated chain b rake i s • Stop the saw if the chain strikes a activated ifthe front hand g uard i s foreign object. Inspect the saw and pushed forward, either manually (by repair or replace parts as necessary. hand) orautomatically (by sudden •...
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Final (felling) cut here, 2 inches • Study the natural conditions that can (5 cm) above center of notch. cause the tree to fall in a particular di- rection. Natural conditions that can cause a tree to fall in a particular direction include: •...
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CUTTING A FALLEN TREE firmly and maintain control. The saw (BUCKING) will tend to push back toward you. Bucking is the term used for cutting a _ILWARNING: Neverturn saw up- fallen tree to the desired log size. side down to undercut. The saw can- _IkWARNING: Do not stand on the not be controlled...
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LIMBING Using a support stand 2nd Cut • Always limb a tree after it is cut down. Only then can limbing be done safely and properly. • Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as you work.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES _/LWARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. :_ After Fill in dates as you complete Before Every Every Yearly i Service 5 hrs. 25 hrs. Dates regular service Check for damaged/worn parts Check for loose fasteners/parts _"...
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CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS Guide A sharp chain makes wood chips. A dull chain makes a sawdust powder ,,-"',_ and cuts slowly. See CHAIN SHARP- ENING. CHECK GUIDE BAR Conditions which require guide bar Chain Adjustment maintenance: Bar Nuts Adjusting Tool Screw (Bar Tool) •...
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LUBRICATION Air Filter Housing Cover- Air Filter Housing Bar Oil Fill Cap • See GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL un- der the OPERATION section. INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND DECALS • After each use, inspect complete unit for loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and decals using a damp cloth INSPECT MUFFLER...
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Clean the spark arresting screen 6. Reinstall the spark plug boot. gently with a wire brush. Replace 7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3 screen if breaks are found. screws. Tighten securely. Replace any broken or cracked muffler parts. 6. Reinstall spark arresting screen, ex- haust outlet cover, screw and nuts.
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5. Slide g uide b ar o nbarbolts u ntil 12. Install chain brake. guide b ar s tops a gainst clutch 13. Install bar nuts and finger tighten drum sprocket. only. Do not tighten any further at this point. Proceed to CHAIN AD- Guide bar JUSTMENT.
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Run engine at son toanother. least 3minutes after a dding stabilizer. • Replace your g asoline can ifitstarts Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil(air torust. cooled) isblended with fuel s tabilizer. you donot u se this oil, y ou can add a fuel s tabilizer toyour fuel t ank.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE - Continued CAUSE REMEDY TROUBLE 1. Choke partially on. Engine 1. Adjust choke. 2. Fuel mixture incorrect. smokes 2. Empty fuel tank and refill with excessively. correct fuel mixture. 3. Air filter dirty. 3. Clean or replace air filter. 4.
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YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB- road engine to a Sears authorized repair LIGATIONS: The U.S. Environmental center as soon as a problem exists. Protection Agency/California Air Re- Warranty repairs should be completed sources Board and Sears, Roebuck and a reasonable amount of time, not to ex- Co., U.S.A., are pleased to explain the ceed 30 days.
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HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you have ranty maintenance or repair on emis- any questions regarding your warranty sion related parts will be provided with- rights and responsibilities, you should out charge to the owner if the part is contact your nearest authorized ser- under warranty.