Craftsman 358.35161 manual Engine

IdleSpeed-T AllowenginetoidleIfthechainmoves,. idleistoofastIftheenginestalls,idleis. tooslowAdjustspeeduntilengineruns. withoutchainmovement(idletoofast)or stalling(idletooslow)Theidlespeed.

screwis tocated in the area above the

primer bulb and is labeled T.

dlllWARNING: Perform the follow-

ing steps after each use:

•Allow the engine to coot, and secure the unit before storing or transporting.

•Store chain saw and fuel in a well

ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

•Store chain saw with all guards in place and position chain saw so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.

•Store chain saw well out of the reach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or ff it wilt not be

used for 30 days or more.

If your chain saw is to be stored for a period of time:

•Clean saw thoroughly before storage.

•Store in a clean dry area.

•Lightly oil external metal surfaces and guide bar.

•Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy pa-

per or cloth.

FUEL SYSTEM

Empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until

the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.

•Turn idle screw (T) clockwise to in- crease engine speed.

•Turn idle screw (T) counterclockwise to decrease engine speed.

tf you require farther assistance or are unsure about performing this procedure, contact your Sears Service Center or call our customer assistance help line at 1-800-235-5878.

Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA- TION section of this manual, see mes- sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gasohot in your chain saw. Fuel stabilizer is an acceptabIe alter- native in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fueI tank or fuel storage container.

Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer containers. Run engine at least 3 minutes after adding stabilizer. Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) is blended with fuel stabilizer, tf you do not use this oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to your fuel tank.

ENGINE

•Remove spark pIug and pour 1 taa- spoon of 40:1,2-cycte engine oil (air cooled) through the spark plug open- ing. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.

•Replace spark plug with new one of recommended type and heat range.

•Clean air filter.

•Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam- aged, broken, or worn parts.

•At the beginning of the next season,

use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio.

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one sea- son to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.

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