Craftsman 358.35181 manual Maintain Your SAW in Good Working Order, Carburetor Adjustment

OPERATEYOURSAWSAFELY

•Donotoperatechainsawwithone handSeriousinjurytotheoperator,. heipers,bystandersoranycombina- tionofthesepersonsmayresultfrom one-handedoperationAchainsaw. isintendedfortwo-handeduse.

•Operatethechainsawonlyinawelt- ventilatedoutdoorarea.

•Donotoperatesawfromaladderor inatree.

•Makesurethechainwillnotmake contactwithanyobjectwhilestarting theengineNevertrytostartthesaw. whentheguidebarisinacut.

•Donotputpressureonthesawat theendofthecutApplyingpressure.

•FoItow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

•Check for damaged parts. Before fur- ther use of the chain saw, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged shouM be properly repaired

or replaced by a Sears Service Center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere

in the operator's manual.

•When not in use, chain saws should

can cause you to _ose control when

the cut is completed.

•Stop engine before setting saw down.

•Hand carry saw only when engine is stopped. Carry with muffler away from body; guide bar & chain project-

ing behind you; guide bar preferably covered with a scabbard.

•Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely as- sembled. Atways reptace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain brake immedi-

ately if it becomes damaged, broken or is otherwise removed.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER

,I_ WARNING: Disconnect the

spark plug before performing mainte- nance except carburetor adjustments.

•Have nil chain saw service performed by a qualified service dealer with the

exception of the items listed in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual.

•Make certain the saw chain stops moving when the throttle trigger is released. For correction, refer to

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

•Keep the handies dry, clean, and free from oil or fuet mixture.

•Keep caps and fasteners securely tightened.

•Nonconforming replacement compo-

be stored in a dry, high or locked-up place out of the reach of children.

•When storing saw, use a scabbard or carrying case.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

•Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the saw.

•Eliminate att sources of sparks or flame in the areas where fuel is

mixed or poured.

•Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area and use an approved, marked con- tainer for all fuet purposes. Wipe up atl fuel splits before starting saw.

•Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fueling site before starting engine.

•Turn the engine off and let saw cooI in a non-combustible area, not on

dry leaves, straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuet cap and refuel unit.

•Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting the unit. Use up fueI left in the carburetor by starting the engine and letting it run until it stops.

•Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach

sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches,

furnaces, etc.

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK

Follow alI safety ruIes to help avoid kickback and other forces which can

result in serious injury.

nents or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and possible injury to the operator or by- standers. Use only Craftsman acces- sories and replacement parts as rec- ommended. Never modify your saw.

•Maintain chain saw with care.

•Keep unit sharp and clean for better and safer performance.

_,_\ _,_ Kickback Path

Avoid Obstructions

Clear The

Working Area