ON/STOP SWITCH

CHAIN BRAKE

The ON/STOP SWITCH is used to stop

The CHAIN BRAKE is a device de-

the engine.

signed to stop the chain if kickback oc-

 

curs. The chain brake activates auto-

THROTTLE TRIGGER

matically in the event of kickback. The

chain brake activates manually if the

The THROTTLE TRIGGER controls en-

gine speed.

front hand guard is pushed forward.

 

The chain brake is disengaged by pull-

THROTTLE LOCK--OUT

ing the front hand guard back toward

the front handle as far as possible.

The THROTTLE LOCK--OUT must be

 

 

pressed before you can squeeze the

CHAIN TENSION

throttle trigger. This feature prevents

It is normal for a new chain to stretch

you from accidentally squeezing the

during first 30 minutes of operation. You

trigger.

should check your chain tension fre-

 

CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER

quently. See CHAIN TENSION under the

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section.

The choke and fast idle are set by pull-

WARNING: Muffler is very hot

ing the CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER out

fully for cold or after refueling. The

during and after use. Do not touch the

choke provides additional fuel to the

muffler or allow combustible material

engine during cold starting.

such as dry grass or fuel to do so.

 

 

 

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

line must be mixed with a good quality

WARNING: Be sure to read the

synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil.

We recommend Craftsman brand syn-

fuel handling information in the safety

thetic oil. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio

rules section of this manual before you

of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mix-

begin. If you do not understand the

ing 3.2 ounces (95 ml) of oil with 1 gal-

fuel handling information do not at-

lon (4 litres) of unleaded gasoline. In-

tempt to fuel your unit. Seek help from

cluded with this saw is a 3.2 ounce (95

someone that does understand the in-

ml) container of Craftsman brand oil.

formation or contact your Sears Ser-

Pour the entire contents of this container

vice Centre.

into 1 gallon (4 litres) of gasoline to

GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL

achieve the proper fuel mixture. DO NOT

The chain oiler provides continuous

USE automotive oil or marine oil. These

lubrication to the chain and guide bar.

oils will cause engine damage. When

Be sure to fill the bar oil tank when you

mixing fuel follow the instructions printed

fill the fuel tank (Capacity = 6.8 fl. oz.).

on the container. Once oil is added to

Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and

the gasoline, shake container momen-

chain. Too little oil will cause overheat-

tarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly

ing shown by smoke coming from the

mixed. Always read and follow the safe-

chain and/or discoloration of the bar.

ty rules relating to fuel before fueling

For maximum guide bar and chain life,

your unit.

we recommend you use Craftsman

IMPORTANT

chain saw bar oil. If Craftsman bar oil

Experience indicates that alcohol

is not available, you may use a good

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

grade SAE 30 oil until you are able to

ethanol or methanol) can attract mois-

obtain Craftsman brand. The oil output

ture which leads to separation and

is automatically metered during opera-

formation of acids during storage.

tion. Your saw will use approximately

Acidic gas can damage the fuel sys-

one tank of bar oil for every tank of fuel

tem of an engine while in storage.

mix. Always fill the bar oil tank when

To avoid engine problems, the fuel

you fill the fuel tank.

system should be emptied before stor-

FUELING ENGINE

age for 30 days or longer. Drain the

WARNING: Remove fuel cap

gas tank, start the engine and let it run

until the fuel lines and carburetor are

slowly when refueling.

empty. Use fresh fuel next season.

This engine is certified to operate on un-

See STORAGE instructions for addition-

leaded gasoline. Before operation, gaso-

al information.

 

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Sears C944.414460 ON/STOP Switch Chain Brake, Throttle Trigger, Throttle LOCK--OUT, Chain Tension, CHOKE/FAST Idle Lever

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