Craftsman 358.341240 Operator's Manual

ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW Model No. 358.341240 -- 14 in. Bar ® _ ARNING: Read and foilow alJ Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. For answers to your questions about this product: Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon-Sat; Sun, 10 am-7 pm • 1-800-235-5878 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA 5,.qo-orte_zoai24/oa

13 Safety Rules 2 Storage 15 Assembly 7 Trouble Shooting 15 Operation 7 Spanish 18 Maintenance 12 Parts Ordering Beck FULL ONEYEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRICCHAINSAW. If this Craftsman Electdc Chain Saw fails to perform properly due to a defect in matedai or workmanship within (1) year from the date of pur- chase, Sears will repair or replace it, fr.ee ofc.har,ge. This warranty excludes the bar and ch_,n, wnnchare expendable parts and become worn during normal use. If this Craftsman Electdc Chain Saw is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. If this Craftsman Electric Chain Saw is used for rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from the date of purchase. This warranty ap- plies only while this product is in use in the United States. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLEBY RETURNINGTHE CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC CHAINSAWTO THE NEARESTSEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITEDSTATES. This warrant ; you specific legal dghts, and you may also have oth- er rig rfrom state to state. Inc., IL 60179 U.S,A. : When using an electric chain saw. basic safety precautions, in- cluding the following, should aiweys be followed to reduce the risk of fire, elec- tric shock, and injuryto persons. Read all instructions. WARNING: AlwayscrJsconned power source when maldng repairs.Besause a chain saw is a high.speed woodcuttieg tool,carelessor improper use of thistool can cause sedous injury. PLAN AHEAD • Restrictthe use of your sew to adult users who understandand can follow the s=fety rules, preceutJc_s,and opar- ai_ng insbuslJonsfound in this r'ni_ual. • Kesp childran away. Do not ist visitors contest chaineaw or exlansion cord. All visitorsshoold be kept at isest 80 f_,t (10 metem) et#ay from w_k area. • Dress properly.Wear protective gear. Al_hYS use steel-toed safetyfootwear non-slip soles; snug-fitting cloth- ing; heavy-duty, non-aiip gloves; eye protectionsuch as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an ep- banters(earplugsormufflers)to pro- tectyourhearing.Regularusers shouldhave hearingchecked regular- ly as chainsew noisecan damage hearing. H=,_r_ _ _ s_,ty Hat Prote_on _'_ O_ Eye Snug -----b. ,_ Protsctlon "# i "" oo_ illi_ • Secure hair above shoulder isngth. Do cen ga ceugnt rLmo_.ngip_s. • Keep ell par_sof your _ away from the chain when sew is nJnning. • Do n_ handfe ar oben_e e chain saw whan you ara _ued, ilI,ups_, ar _ yoo have takan aicoho_, dru_, ar n_

conditionand mantallyalert, fi you have any conditionthat mightbe aggravated by stranunuswork, check withdoctor beforeoper_ng. Watch whet you ere doing. Use com- mon sense. • Do not start cutting untilyou have a clear work area, secure footing, and especially if you are felling a tree, a retreat path. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries. OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY • Do not operate with one hand. Seri- ous injuryto the operator, helpers, or bystanders may result from one- handed operation. A chain saw is in- tended for two-handed use. • Do not operate saw from a ladder or ina tree. • Make sure the chain willnot make contact with any object while starting the saw, Never start the saw when the guide bar is in a cut, • Don't force chain saw. Itwill do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended. • Do not put pressure on the saw, es- pecially at the end of the cut. Doing so can cause you to lose control when the cut is completed. • Stop the saw before setting it down. Hand carry saw only when motor is stopped. Carry the chain saw by the front handlewith the saw stopped, fin- gsr offthe switch, the guide bar and saw chain to thb rosr, • Use the righttool, cut wood only. Don't use chain saw for purpose not intended; for example, don't use chain saw for cutting plastic, masonry, non-wood buildin_ matedale. • Use extreme caution when cutting small size brush and saplings be- cause the tender material may catch the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull you offbalance. • When cutting a limb that is under ten- sion be alert for spring back so you will not be struck when the tension in the wood fibers is released. MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER • Have all chain saw sarvice performed by a Sears Servica Center except the items listed in the maintenance sec- tion of this manual. • Make certain saw chainstops moving when trigger switch is released. ; Keep the handles dry and clean and free from oil and grease. • Keep oil cap and fasteners sauuraly tightened. • Konconfom_ng_ compo- nents orthe removal of sandy devioss may _e danlage to lhe un_ and pussiblein.luryto the operatoror by- standers,Usec_lJyCra_smanasosaso- dasandrsple_anant Pertsas recom- mended. Never modify yoursaw. • Maintain chain saw with care. • Keep unit sharp and clean for better and safer performance. • Follow instructionsfor lubricating and changing accessories. • Unplug the chainsaw fromthe power souroswhan nsHn use,b_ se_- ing, and when changing accessories and attashmants, such as saw chain and guard. • Cbeckfordamagsdparts.Befo_ fur- theruse of the chaincaw, a guerd or other partthat is dernagsd should be carefunychecked to detemCne th_ it willopande properlyand perform b in- tended func_on, Check for alignment of mov_gp_s, un_ngofmov_gParts, breakage of parts,rnounlJngand any other coedi_onsthat may effectits op- ersfJon.A guard or oS"terpartthat is dan'Bged shouJdbe propedyrepaired or replaced by a Sears Service Center unlessothenNiseind'K_.edelsewhere in the operator'smanual. • Do not operate a chain sawthat is damaged, improperly adjusted, or is not completely and securely as- sembled, Inspect chain saw cords pe- riodically,and if damaged have re- p_red by a Sears Service Center. • When not in use, chain saws should be stored in a dry, high or locked-up Rl_eceout of the reach of children. • When storing saw, unplug and use a bar sheath or carrying case. Store idle chain saw. ELECTRICAL SAFETY Use a vo[_gs supplyas shown on unit. Avoid dangerous environments. Don't use appliances in damp or wet loca- tions. Don't use in rain. • Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in the presence of ifanvnable liq- uids or gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or causing damage to unit. I

this appliance has a poledzad plug (one blade is wider thanthe other) and willrequirethe use of e polarizedex- tensi_'_cord.The appflance plug willfit into a poiodzedextension cord only one way. Ifthe plugdoes notfit fully intothe extensioncord, reverse the plug, If the plugstilldoes not fit, obtain a correctpoisrized extension cord.A polarizedextension cord win requirethe use of a polarizedwalt outlet.This plug will _t intothe poledzed w_dloutletonly one way. Ifplug does not fitfully into the wallou_et, reverse the plug.If the plugsblfdoes not fit,contact a queli_ed electricianto installthe properwail out- let. Do not change the equipment plug, extensioncord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way. • To reduce risk of electrical shock, use e)dec_ion coldssped_-_ly i'_lrked as suitable for outdoorappllet_as having electdcai raitngnot less than the rating of unit.Cord must be marked withsuffix "W'. Make sure your extenaion cord is in good concfition,Insped exlension cord before use and replaceIf dam- aged. An undersized extension cord will cause a dropin linevoltage result- ing in lossof power and overhea_ng. If in doubt, ,Re the next heavier gauge. The lowerthe gauge number, the heavier the cord (see 'Select an exten- sion cord'), • Do not abuse cord. Never carry the unit by the extension cord or yank ex- tension cord to disconnect unit. • Secure extension cord to power cord to prevent disconnection from unit. • Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn the unit on end off properly, or if the lockout does not work. Repairs to the switch must be made by a Sears Service Center. • Keep extension cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Position cord so that it will not be caught on branches. Do not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges. • To avoid the possibitityof electric shock, avoJd body contact with any grounded conductor, such as metal fences or pipes. • Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCi) protection should be provided on cimuit or outletto be used. Racep- taulas ere avaitable having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. Inspect chain saw cords pariodioally and ifdam- aged, have repaired by a Sears Ser- vice Center. GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK Follow ell safety ruissto help avoid kick- back and otherforceswhich can resultin serious injury. Kkddxmkpath C_earTheWoddngArea WARNING: Rotational Kickback can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper portion of the tip of the guide bar, 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 resultis a tiQhtningfast, reverse reaction which kicks the guide bar up and back toward the operator. PinchJ_ckback and Pull-In occur when the chain is suddenly stopped by being pinched, caught, or by contacting e for- eign object in the wood. This sudden stopping of the chain results in a rever- sai of the chain force used to cut wood and causes the sawto move inthe op- posite direotion of the chain rotation. Pinch-Kickback ddves the saw straight back toward the operator. Pull-in pulls the sew away fromthe operator. KICKBACK WARNING: Kicktmck c_ oca_ whan the moving chain contacts an obJact_ the upper podion of the tipof the guide bar orwhen the wood doses in and plnchas the saw chain in the cut.The Computed Wjdd_:eck Angle (CKA) _sted on your saw and listed inthe following CKA Table representsthe angle of ki_ your bar and chain combinationswighave when tested in accordance withCSA and ANSI stan- dards, computedang_ r_orasanted in the CKA oclumn iodicote totalanergy ard angle _soci_',ed wiU_ut a chainbrake. When purchasingreplacemer_, comid- er_ions shouldbe given to the lower CKA veluee. In ell casas, lower CKA vel-

Do not rely exclusively upon the safety devices built into your saw, • Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw which could resultin serious injury. • Pinching the saw chain along the tip of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back toward the operator. • Tip contactin some cases may cause a lightningfast REACTION.kickingthe guide bar up and back toward operator. CKA TABLE BAR MODEL _N CKA 36B,_141240 _ 7t-_617 111o CHAIN BRAKE & CKA ANGLE WARNING: The effectivenessof a chainbrake in reducingoperatorinjuries hes not yat bean fully determined. We cannot representthat a chain brake is an effactivesafety deride to preveflt or re- duce the hazard of injuriesresultingfTom kickback.DO NOTASSUMETHATTHE CHAINBRAKEWILLPROTECTYOU INTHE EVENTOFA K]CI

cuts, position your left hand on the front handlebar so it is in a straight line with your righthand on the rear handle. Stand slightlyto the left side of the sew to keep your body from be- ing in e direct line with the cutting chain. Keep your leftarm straight with the elbow locked, • Stand with your weight evenly bai- enced on both feet. • Do not ovoneach. You could be drawn or thrown offbalance end Inse control. • Do not cut above shoulder height. It is difficultto maintain control of saw above shoulder height. KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES WARNING: The following features are included on your saw to help reduce hazard of kickback; however, such fee- tures will not totally eliminate this dan- ger. Do not rely only on safety devices. • Handguard: designed to reduce the chance of your left hand contacting the chain ifyour hand slips off the front handlebar. • Position of front and rear handlebars: designed with distance between hen- dies and "in-line"with each other, The spread end "in-line"position of the hands provided by this design work together to give balance end resis- tance in controllingthe pivot of the saw back toward the operator if kick- back occurs. • Reduced-Kickback Guide Bar: de- signed with a small radius tip which reduces the size of the kickback dan- ger zone. This type bar has been demonstrated to significantly reduce the number and seriousness of kick- becks when tested in accordance with ANSI B175.1. SmallRadius Tip GuideBar • Low Kickback Chain has met kick- back performance requirements when tested on the representative sample of these chain saws specified in ANSI B175.1. LowIqd(backChain ContouredD.pthGauge .ll_.._,---- Ek_ngaiedGuard Unk _ AndAJow=WoodTo Gredu=dlyRideIntoCutter SAFETY NOTICE: Exposureto vibrations throughprolongeduseof handtoolscould cause bloodvesselor nervedamageinthefingers,hands, end Jointsof peopleproneto blrsulation disordersorabnormal swelling. Prolongeduseincold weatherhas beenlinkedto bloodvessaidamagein otherwisehealthypeople.Ifsymptoms occursuchas numbness,pain,lossof strength,change inskincoloror texture,orlossof feellnginthe fingers, hands,or oints,discontinuethe use of ths too and seek med cel at'tenton. An anti-vibratlonsystemdoesnot guaranteethe avoidanceofthese problems.Userswho operatepower tools one continualand regularbasis must closelymonitortheirphysical condition and the conditionof thistool. DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION This unitis DoubleInsulatedto helppro- tactagainstelectricshock.Doubleinsula. tioncomtn_on consistsof twoseparate qayers"of alsotriceJinsulationinsteadof J_oo_ ndmg° bu_withthisinsuJatk_systemare notintendedto be grounded.Noground- ing meansis providedonthis unit,nor should• meansof groundingbe added tothis unit. Safety_ rnustbe o_P_.ved when operetingeny dectricoltool.The doubleins_ systemonlyprovides addedp_ againstinjuryresulting froman internalalactllcelinsulation failure. STANDARDS:Thisproductis listedby UnderwritersLaboratories,Inc. inac- cordencowithULStandard1662 and CSA StandardsZ62.1 and Z62.3 end ANSI B175.1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6

Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts. NOTE: If you need assbfence or find parts missing or damaged, please call 1-800-235-5878 ASSEMBLY Your saw is fully assembled; no assembly is necessary, KNOW YOUR SAW READTHIS OPERATOR'SMANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERAT- INGYOUR CHAIN SAW.Comparethe illustrationswithyourunit to familiarlze yourselfwiththe locationof thevariouscontrols andadjustments. Savethis manualforfuture reference. OilerActuator/ BarOilCap Lockout Button TRIGGER SWITCH The rigger switah is used to tum on the unit. Squeeze the tdgger switch to oper- ate the unit after lockout button has been pushed in. Release the tdgger to turn the unit off. LOCKOUT BUTTON The Lockout Button is e control feature designed to prevent the motor fi'ombe- ing accidently started. When the rear handle is gripped in a normal cutting position, the lockout button can be pushed in by the thumb,permitting the index finger to squeeze the trigger. It is not necessary to maintain pressure on the lockout button once the trigger has been angaaged. BAR OIL CAP/OILER ACTUATOR The oil Pap is used to access the bar oil tank and pressed to supply oil to chain. CHAIN ADJUSTMENT SCREW The chain adjustment screw Lsused to adjust the chain tension. RECESSED PLUG The receasedplugis used to connect the sawtoan approvedexfensloncord. CHAIN TENSION Itis normalfor a new chainto sketch durinjgfirst30 minutesofoperation.You shouldcheckyourchaintensionhe- quentJy.ReadjostP.,halna_er every 15 minutes of oparation,SesChain Ten- sionunderthe ServiceandAdjust- ments sec_on. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Use only a voltsgesupply as speci_ed onyour unit, Extensioncordsare avaiisbisfor this unit. Secure extsnsion_¢d to powar con:lto preventdisconnectionfrom unit. 7 I

tricessafety information in the safety rules section of this manuel before you begin. If you do not understand the electrldai safety information do not at- tempt to use your unit. Seek help from someone that does understand the in- formation or cell the customer assis- tance help line at 1-800-235-5878, GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL The manually operated chain oilerpro- vidas lubricationto the chain and guide bar. Be sum to fillthe bar oiltank _efore each cuttingsaselon.The o_erac6"v_or/ bar oilcap mustbe used regularlyand often enough to maintaina thin filmof oil on the bar and chainwhile saw is cutting. Itis recommended that the oileractuator/ bar ogcap be operatedsix (6) times per minuteand heldfor appru_rnetely three (3) seconds each time it is pressed. For maximum guide bar and chain Iife, we recommend you use Creltsrnemchain saw bar oil. If Craftsman bar oil is not awdlable,you may Use a good grade SAE 30 oil u_] you are able to obtain Crsfmman brand. The oiloutput is menu- _ roetemddur_ Oiling,on. Uee e fon- nel to fillthe tank. Replace oil cap se- curely. Check oillevel esterevery 15 minutes of operation. STOPPING YOUR SAW • Release the tdgger switch. • Ifmotor does not stop, disconnect the extension cord. STARTING YOUR SAW • Connect the sawto a power source using the proper size extension cord; see SELECTAN EXTENSIONCORD. • Push in switch lock out button. • Squeeze and hold the trigger switch. OPERATING TIPS • Check chain tension before first use and after 1 minute of operation. See Chain Tension in the Maintenance section and Service and Adjustment section. • Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plas- tics, masonry, non-wood building ma- terieds,etc. • Stop the sew ifthe chain strikes e for- eign object. Inspect the sew and re- pair parts as necessary. • Keep the chain out of dirtand sand. Even a small amount of did will quick- ly dull a chain and increese the possi- bilityof kickback, i Pre[aticecutting e few small logs using the following steps. This will help you get the "feel"of using your saw before you begin e major sewing operation. _queeze the tdgger switch and allow unit to reanh fullspesd before cuffing. Begin ouffng withthe sew frame against the log, Ke_a the motor at full speed the en- tire time you ere cutting. Releese tdggar switch as soon as cut is comp!eted, Allowing motor to stop. • To avoid losing controlwhen cut is complete, do not put pressure on sew at end of cut. • Stop.motor before setting saw down. TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES Check for broken or dead branches which canfall whge cutting c_=;_l sad- ous injury.Do notcut near buildingsor electriuslwiras if you donot know the di- rectionof tres fell, norout at nightsince you willnot be able to see well, nor dur- ing bad westher eu_ as rain,snow, strongwinds, etc. Ifthe bee makes con. tactwithany utilityline,the ublitycompla- ny shouldbe noUfiedimrnsdiately, • Carefully plan your sawing o_n in advance. •Clesr the work eru. You nesd a desr eree dil aroundthe tres so you can have secure footing. • Study the rm_ureJconditJor_tha_ran cause the tres to fall in e pefdouisr directbn, such as: • The wind direction and speed. • The isan of the b'ee. The lean of e tree might not be .ap_tx_ant.due to uneven or elOl_ngterrain.Use a plumbor level to determinethe directionofkes lean. • Weight and branches on one side. • Surrounding trees and obstacles. • Look for decay and rot. Ifthe trunk is rotted, il can snap and fall toward the operator. • Meke sure there is enough room for the tree to fall. Melnteln a distance of 2-1/2tree lengths from the nearest " person or other objects. Motor noise can drown out • warning call. 8

where cuts are to be made. plana clesrretre_ path Y! A retreat path should be planned and cleared as necessary before cuts are started. The retreat path should extend b_k and diagonally to the rear of the e_c_,ctedline of fall as Hlustratedabove, FELLING LARGE TREES (6 inches in diameter or larger) The notch method is used to fell large trees. A notch is cut onthe side of the tree inthe desired direction of fall. A_er a felling cut is made on the opposite side of tree. the tree will tend to fail in the direotion of the notch. NOTE: If tree has large buttress roots, remove them bef_a making the notch. NOTCH CUT AND FELLING TREE • Make notch cut by cutting the top of the notch5rat. Cut through 1/3of the diameter of the tree. Next complete the notch by cutting the bottom. See illustration. Once notchis cut, remove the wedge of wood from the tree. • After removing the wood, make the foiling cut on the opposite side of the notch. This is done by making a cut about two inches higher than the cen- ter of the notch. This will leave enough uncut wood between the fell- ing cut m',dthe notchto form e hinge. This hinlgewill help prevent the tree from faiSngin the wrong direction. t Rna_cuthere Notching Undercut - Make the notch 1/3 the diameter of the tree, perpendic- ular to the directionof fail as illustrated. Make the lower horizontal notching cut first. This w_l help to avoid pinching of eitherthe saw chain or the guide bar when the second notch is being made. Falling Back Cut - Make the felling back cut at least 2 inches (50.Smm) higher than the hodzentai notchingcut as illustrated. Keep the felling back out parallel to the horizontal notching cut, Make the felling back cut so enough wood is left to act as a hinge. The hinge wood helps the tree from twisting and falling in the wrong direction. Do not out through the hinge. As the feeling cut gets dose at the hinge the tree shouldbegin to fall. ffthere is any chance th_ the tree rneynot fall in the desired directionor it may rock ba_k and i0_dthe _ chairt,stop auttinghe- fore the felSngback cut is complete end use wedgesofwood,plmUcoraluminum to open the cut and dropthe tree along the desired lineof fall. When the trea beginsto fell, remove the cheJnsaw fromthe cut, stopthe motor, put the chainsaw down, then use the re- treat _ p_l. Be _t for oved'_l limb6falling and watch your footing. Hinge holds tree on stump and helps control fall. Opening of felling / Closingof _:_tch NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use wedges to open the cutwhen necessary to control the direction of fall. To avoidkickback and chain d_ge, use wood or plastiowedges, but never steel or iron wedges. • Be a_ertto signs that the tree is ready to fall;cracking sounds, widening of the felling cut, or movement in the up- per branches. • As tree starts to fall,stop saw, put it down, and get away qulcldy on your planned retreat path. • Be extremely cautious with pmtJaily fallen trees that may be poorly sup- ported. When e tree doesn't feJl oom- _letely, set the saw aside and pull own the tree with a cabkl winch, block and teolde, or tractor. Do not use your saw to cut down a partially fallen tree. CUTTING A FALLEN TREE (BUCKING) Buoking is the term used for cutting a fallen tree to the desired log size. WARNING: Do not stand on the log being cut. Any portion can roll causing 9

downhill of the log being cut. Stopthe saw; ddve a wedge of plastic IMPORTANT POINTS orwood into out untilthe saw can be • It is impodantto make sure your footing removed easily. Restart saw and care- is _rn and your weight is evenly disttib- fully reenter the cut. Do not use a metal uted on both feet. When possible,the wedge. Do not attempt to restartyour logshouldbe raised and supported by sew when it is pinched or hung in a log. use of limbs,logs, orblocks. Use a wedgeto removepinchedsaw • Cut only one log at a time. /..L.I_.. • Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp pieces of wood could be flung toward operator. • Use a sawhorse to out small logs. Never allow another person to hold TurnsawOFF andusea _ or the log while cutting and never hold woodenwedgeto forcecut open. the log with your leg or foot. Ovemuttlng begins on the top side of • Do not cut in an area where logs, the log with the bottom of the saw limbs,and roots are tangled. Drag logs against the log. When overcutting use into a dear area before =c_ti_ og them. light downward pressure, • When "cuttingthrough, to maintain complete c°ntr°l, releese the cutting _ia_Ovem'_lng ._iB) pressure near the end of the cut with- out loosening your grip on the chain saw handles. _' Undercutting_"-._. • Don't let the chain contact the ground. • After completing the cut, wait for the saw chain to stop before you move the chain saw. • Always stop the motor before moving from tree to tree. Stand on uphillside when cuttingbecause _,, I may roll. The chain saw operator should keep on the uphillside of the terrain as the tree is likely to roll or slide downhill alter it is felled. When buddng ona slope always stand on the uphiUside of the log, _ iHustraled above. When =cuttingthrough', to rnaln- taln completecontrolrelease the cutting pr"'=;:.sure near the end of the cut without ralmdngyourgrip on the chain saw han- dles. Don'tlet the chetn contact the ground.After completing the cut, wait for the saw chainto stop before you move the chain saw. Always stop the motor be- f_e movingfrom the tres to tree. SUCKING TECHNIQUES WARNING: if saw becomes pinched or hung in a log, don't try to force it out. You can lose control of the saw, result- Undercutting involves cutting on the underside of the log withtop of saw against the log. When undercutting use lightupward pressure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control. The saw willtend to push back toward you. WARNING: Never turn sew upside down to undercut. The saw cannot be controlled in this position. When the log is supported along its en- tire length as illustrated below, it is cut from the top (overbuok), f JJ AJwaysmake your firstcut on the com- pression side of the log. Secondcut j Secondcut Rrstcutoncompressionsideof log BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT • Overcut through 1/3of the diameter of the log. • Roll the log over and finish with a sec- ond overcut. 10

side. See illustrationabove for cutting logs with a compression side. Using • log for support ndCut _€/1st Cut SUCKING USING A LOG OR SUPPORT STAND • Remember your firstcut is always on • the compression side of the log. (Refer to the illustrationbelowfor your first and second cut) • Yourfirst cut should extend 1/3of the diameter of the log. • Finish with your second cut. Usinga support stand !Cut / LIMBING AND PRUNING WARNING: Never climb into a tree to limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders, platforms, • log, or in any position which can cause you to lose your bal- enos or control of the saw. IMPORTANT POINTS • Watch out for springpoles. _a_ringpoles are small size limbs ish can whip toward you or pull you offbalance. Use extreme caution when cutting small size limbs. • Be alert for springbauk. Watch out for branches that are bent or under pres- sure. Avoid being struck by the branch or the saw when the tension in the wood fibers is released. 11 • Frequently clear branches out of the way to avoid trippingover them. LIMBING Remove Small Limbs _A,rdhOne Cut Limbing is removing the branches from a fallen tree. When limbing, leave larg- er lower limbsto support the log offthe ground. Remove the small lind_ in one out as illustrated in the figure above. Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid bindingthe chain saw. Limb a tree only after it is cut down. Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as you work. • Start at the base of the felled tree and work toward the top, cuttin_ branches and limbs, Remove small hmbs with one cut. • Keep the tree between you and the chain. • Remove larger, supportingbrenohes with the 1/3,2/s cutting techniques de- scribed in the bucking section. • Always use an overcut to cut small and fTeelyhanging limbs. Undercut- ting could cause Hmbsto fall end pinch the saw. PRUNING WARNING: Umit pruningto limbs shoulder height or below.Do not out if branches are higher than your shoul- der. Get a professional to dothe job. • Make your firstout 1/8of the way through the bottom of the limb. • Next make a second cut all the way • through the limb. Finish_thepruning operation by using an overout so that the stump of the limb protrudes 1 to 2 inches from the trunk of the tree. ISecondcut _ F.'sl cut r frsmtreskoftrse

Before After Every Ever_ Yeerly Service regularservioe Use Use 15min.;5hrs, Dates Check for damagediwom parts p,, p,, j,,, Check for loose fasteners/pads p- v,, Check chain tension P,, _' Check chain sharpness P," v" Check guide ber p,, I," _" Cleon unit & labels ,_ GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this unit does not cov- er items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To re- ostve fulJvalue from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instruct- ed inthis manual. Vadous adjustments will need to be made periodically to propedy maintain your unit. • Once a year, check guide bar and chain for wear. WARNING: Disconnect the power source before performing maintenance. LUBRICATION I Bar 2 Bar oil Sprocket RUCap 2 Use Craflsrnanchalnsawbar oil CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Replacement of damaged/worn parts should be referred to your Bears Ser- vice Center. NOTS: tt is norrnaJfor a small amount of oil to appear under the sew after mo- tor stops. Do not confuse this with e leaking oil tank. • Tdgger Switch - Ensure the trigger switchfunctions propedy by squeez- ing and holding the tdgger switch. Make sure motor starts and stops. • Oil Tank - Discontinue use of chain saw ifoil tank shows signs of damage or leaks. • Extension Cord - Discontinue use if chain saw extension cord shows signs of damage or wear. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS • BarClamp Nut • Chain • BarAdjustingScrew CHECK CHAIN TENSION • Use the screwdriver end of the bar tool to move chain around guide bar to ensure k|nk,5do not exist. The chain should rotate freely. _ BarTool BarC_p Nuts • Loosen bar clamp nuts untilthey ere • finger tight against the _ d mpR. /um aa|usung screw unttlChainoere- fytouches the bottom of guide bar. • Usingbartool,rollchainaroundguide barto ensurealllinksere inbargroove • Liftuptp ofguidebarto check for sag, Releasetipof guidebar,then tom adjustingscrew untilsag does note:_st. 12

• Disconnect the chain sew from the bar clamp nuts with the bar tool. power source. See instructionsunder Torque to 10-15 fi-lbs. "Chain Replacement'. • Remove bar and chain from saw. / [ _C_mp _ .,_.. • Clean allsawdust and any other debris from the guide bar groove and Nuts sprocket hoZeafter each use, BarGroovc__ __ ' _ SlxocketHole RemoveSawdustFromGuide • Use the screwdriver end of the bar tool to move chain around guide bar. • If chain does not rotate, it is too tight. _ _._ SUghtlyloosen bar clamp nuts and _ • Iousen chain by turning the adjusting screw. Retighten bar clamp nuts. • If chain is too loose, itwill sag below the guide bar. DO NOT operate the saw ifthe chain is loose. CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS Asharp chain makes wood chips. A dullchain makes a sawdust powder and outs slowly. CHAIN SHARPENING Chain sharpening requires special tools. You can purchase sharpening tools at Sears or go to a professional chain sh_Fpener. CHECK GUIDE BAR Conditionswhich require guide bar maintenance: • Saw cuts to one side or at an angle. • Saw has to be forced through the cut. • Inadequate supply of oil to the bar and chain. Check the conditionof the guide bar each time the chain is sharpened. A worn guide bar willdamage the chain and make cutting difficult.To maintain guide bar:. • Add lubricantto sprocket hole after each use. • Burring of guide bar rails is a normal _roceas of rail wear. Remove these urrs with a fiat file. • When railtop is uneven, use a fiatfile to restore square edges and sides. Rle Edgesand _[_ sidesSquare WornGroove Co.act Groove Replace the guide bar when the groove is worn, the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when excess heating or burring of the rails occurs. Ifreplace- ment is necassa,-y, use only the guide bar specified for your saw m the repair pads list or on the decal located on the chain saw. CLEAN UNIT & LABELS • Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild detergent, • Wipe offthe unit and labels with a clean dry cloth. CHAIN REPLACEMENT WARNING: Avoid sccidantai starting. /Uways unplugsaw frompower source before installinga bar and/or chain. CAUTION: Wear protective gloves when handling chain. The chain is sharp and can cut you even when itis not moving. Itis normal for a new chain to stretch duringthe first 30 minutes of operation. You should recheck your chain tension frequanUy and adjust the chain tension as required, See "Check Chain Ten- sion"in the Maintenance section. • Turn the unit upside down on a fiat 13 surface. Straighten out chain, then lay it on a fiat surface. • Remove bar mounting nuts, bar clamp plate, and old chain, • Turn adjusting screw on the bar to move the tensioning rack as far as it will go toward the front of the bar. TensioningRack //_ _'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'.'_

chain must comply with the kickback performance requirements of ANSI 13175,1when tested with this saw, • Hold chain with cutters facing as shown. CUTrF_RSMUSTFACIEIN DIRIEEGTION OF ROTATION • Slide the chain between the housing and the sprocket. Place chain around the sprocket and fit the drive links into the guide bar groove and then around guide bar nose. Sprock_[_ Rig_ Housing _ • Hold the guide bar against the saw frame and install the bar clamp plate. Be sure the tab on the bar clamp plate is toward the rear of bar. AdjustingPinSlot -. • Secure the guide bar and bar clamp plate with the bar nuts. Tighten se- curely. CAUTION: Ifsaw chain is installed backwards, the saw will vibrate exces- sively and will not cut wood. CHAIN ADJUSTMENT See 'Check Chain Tension" in Maintenance section. CUSTOMER SERVICEABLEPARTS WARNING: Use of any otheracces- soryor attachmentmightpresenta risk _finlurY tothe operator. REPLACEMENTPART PARTNO. Hax Nuts QI Cap Rata Sid_'y Lock Button Bar._t=.ngScrew Bar/_usting Pin Spear Spa_r ,Scr_v Rle (5/_" die=)TwinPak Rle Guide (Rle Holder) DepthGaugeTool _ra GUARD®Chin -14" Lo-K]ck®Guide Bar- 14" Bar& ChainLubricant-1 qt Bar& ChainLulxicant-1 gai 530015306 S30(_g285 530_5873 530015514 53001583_ 530015835 71-36524 71-365_ 71.-36557 71-3617 71,-3_94 71.-36556 71-36554 14

the unit before storing or transporting. • Store chain saw and extension cord in a well ventilated area • Store chain saw with all guards in place and position chain saw so that any sharp ob ect cannot accidentally cause injury. • Store chain saw unplugged, well out of the reach of children. EXTERNAL SURFACES if your chainsaw is to be storedfor a period of time, clsan it thoroughly before storage. Store in a clean dry area. • Lightlyoil external metal surfaces and guide bar. • Oil the chain and wrep itin heavy paper or cloth. To prevent chain oilseepage during storage, store the sew as follows: • ups=dedown ifstored on • shelf, or • hung on a hook or nailthrough the hole in the bar TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART TROUBLE Chain does not move when trigger switch is engaged. Chain cletters or cuts roughly. Chainstops withinthe cut. Oil inadequate for bar and chain lubrication. Chain cuts at an angle. CAUSE Chain tension too tight. Guide bar rails _inched. rigger Switch failure. Circuitbreaker tripped/fueeblown, Chain tension incorrect, Cutters damaged. Chain wom. Cutters dull, improperly sharpened, or depth _auges too high. procket worn. Chain cutter tops not filed fiat. Guide bar burred or bent; rails uneven. Oil tank empty. Oil outlet clogged. • Guide bar oil hole blocked. • Cutters damaged on one side. • Chain dull on one side, • Guide bar bent orworn. REMEDY • See "chain Tension," • Repair or replace. Contact Sears Service. Reset circuitbreaker/ replace fuse. • See •Chain Tension." i asherpen or replace chain. Resherpen or replace chain. See Chain Sharpening" instructions. Contact Sears Service. See the chain sharpening instructions. Repair or replace guide bar. • Fill oil tank. • Contact Sears Service. • Remove bar and clean. • See "Sharpening Chain." • See "Sharpening Chain." • Replace guide bar. Ifsituations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. Ifyou need assistance, contact Sears Service or the CUSTOMER ASSISTANCEHELPLINE at 1-800-235-5878. 15

r Manual Oiler Control \ / r s,,Itch t.ocko= _ _rHandl. Right Side *'3J Sprocket J _. Spocket Guide E,erTip Guide - An attachment that may be providedon the end cf the guide bar to preventthe chain at the and of the _uide ber from _ the weed. uctdng - The process of cross cutting a fe4tsdtree or log into lengths. Chain Brake - A device used to stop the chain saw. Chain Saw Pcwerheed - A chain saw withoutthe saw chain and guide bar, Clutch - A mechanism for connecting and disconnecting a driven member to and from a rotating eoume of power. Drive Sprocket or Sprocket - The toothed pad that drives the sew chain. Felting - The process of cutting down a tree. Failing Back Cut - The final cut in a tree felling operation rnade on the op- posite of the tree fromthe notching un- dercut. Front Handle ~ The support handle lo- cated at or toward the front of the chain SaW. Front Handle Guard - A structural bar- der between the front handle of a chain saw and the guide, typically located close to the hand position on the front handle and sometimes employed as an activating lever for a chain brake. Guide Bar - A solid railed structure that supports and guides the saw chain. Kickt_ck ~ The backward cr upward motion, or both of the guide bar ocCur- ring when the saw chain near the nose of the top area of the guide bar contacts any object such as a leg cr branch, or when the wocd closesin and pinches the saw chain In the cut. Kickback, Pinch - The rapid push- back of the saw which can occur when the wood closes in and pinches the moving saw chain in the cut along the top of the guide bar. Kickback, Rotational - The rapid up- ward end backward motion of the saw which can occur when the moving saw chain near the upper portion of the tipof the guide bar contacts an object, such as a log or branch. Low-Kickback Chain - A chain that complies with the kickback perfor- mance requirements of ANSi B175.1-1991 when tested on a repre- sentative sample of chain saws. Normal Cutting PoMtlon - Those positions assumed in performing the bucking and felling cuts. Notching Undercut - A notchcut in e tree that directs the tree's fall. Continued on next page 16

ear Handle -The support handle Io- rated at or toward the rear of the saw. Reduced Kickback Guide Bar - A guide bar which has been demon- strated to reduce kickback significantly. Replaoement Saw Chain - A chain that complies with the kickback perfor- mance requirements of ANSi B175.1-1991 when tested with specific chain saws. It may not meet the ANSI performance requirements when used with other sews. Saw Chain - A loop of chain having cutting teeth, that cutthe wood, and that is driven by the motor and is sup- sPOrtedbythe guide bar. piked Bumper (Spike) - The pointed tooth or teeth for use when felling or bucking to pivot the saw and maintain ,_ositionwhile sawing. witch - A device that when operated will complete or interrupt an electdcai power circuitto the motor of the chain saw. Switch Unkage - The mechanism that transmits motion from the tdgger to the switch. Switch Lookout - A movable stop that prevents the unintentional operation of the switch until manually actuated. 17

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