Warranty

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Storage

 

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Safety

Rules

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Troubleshooting

Tabie

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Assembly

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Emissions Statement

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Operation

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Parts List

 

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Maintenance

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Spanish

 

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Service

and Adjustments

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Parts & Ordering

 

Back Cover

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS CHAIN SAW

When used and maintained according to the operator's manual, if this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of pur- chase, return it to any Sears store, Sears Service Center, or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossibIe).

This warranty excludes the bar, chain, spark plug and air filter, which are expend- abIe parts that can wear out from normal use in less than one year.

This warranty applies for only 30 days from purchase date ff this product is used for commercial or rentat purposes.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may aIso have other rights which vary from state to state.

Scare, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

_k WARNING:

Always disconnect

soles; snug-fitting clothing; heavy-duty,

non-slip gloves; eye protection such

 

 

spark plug wire when making repairs ex- cept for carburetor adjustments. Be- cause a chain saw is a high-speed wood-cutting tooI, speciaI precautions must be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. Careless or improper use of this toot can cause serious injury.

PLAN AHEAD

Restrict the use of your saw to adult users who understand and can foi-

tow safety rules, precautions, and

operating instructions found in this

manual.

as non-fogging, vented goggles or face screen; an approved safety hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to protect your hearing. Reg- ular users should have hearing checked regularly as chain saw noise can damage hearing.

Secure hair above shoulder length. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can get caught in moving parts.

Keep all parts of your body away from the chain when the engine is running.

Keep children, bystanders, and ani- mals a minimum of 30 feet (10 me-

Hearing

 

Safety Hat

Protection

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Eye

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Fitting _AII,

 

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ters) away from the work area when starting and using the saw.

Do not handle or operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, ill, or up- set, or if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You must be in good physical condition and mentally

Clothing#_'_i_€/Gloves

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alert. If you have any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with doctor before oper- ating.

Wear protective gear. Ak,vays use steel-toed safety footwear with non-slip

Do not start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, and, if you are felling trees, a planned re- treat path.

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Craftsman 358.35181 manual ONE Year Full Warranty on Craftsman GAS Chain SAW, Plan Ahead

358.35181 specifications

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