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Bar • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List • Espar_ol, p, 27 CRRFTSMRN* WReAaRdNINanGd: follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Operator's Manual 2,6 cu.in./42cc 2-Cycle GASOLINE CHAIN SAW Model No. 358.350880 - 18 in. FCoarll a7nsawme-r7s ptom,yoMuronq-Suaets;tionSs un,ab1o0ut amth-i7s ppromduct: • 1-800-235-5878
Bar • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List • Espar_ol, p, 27 CRRFTSMRN* WReAaRdNINanGd: follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. Operator's Manual 2,6 cu.in./42cc 2-Cycle GASOLINE CHAIN SAW Model No. 358.350880 - 18 in. FCoarll a7nsawme-r7s ptom,yoMuronq-Suaets;tionSs un,ab1o0ut amth-i7s ppromduct: • 1-800-235-5878
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... Statement 23 7 Parts List 25 14 Spanish 27 17 Parts & Ordering Back Cover ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® GAS CHAIN SAW When used for commercial or rental purposes. This warranty excludes the bar, chain, spark ptug and air filter, which vary from state to adult users who understand and can damage hearing. •...
... Statement 23 7 Parts List 25 14 Spanish 27 17 Parts & Ordering Back Cover ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® GAS CHAIN SAW When used for commercial or rental purposes. This warranty excludes the bar, chain, spark ptug and air filter, which vary from state to adult users who understand and can damage hearing. •...
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... may cause damage to determine that it becomes damaged, broken or is while operating the saw , a guard or other forces which can cause you ; Use onty Craftsman accessones and replacement parts as - Never modify your saw. • Maintain chain saw , use an approved, marked con- HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION from water heaters, electric motors or...
... may cause damage to determine that it becomes damaged, broken or is while operating the saw , a guard or other forces which can cause you ; Use onty Craftsman accessones and replacement parts as - Never modify your saw. • Maintain chain saw , use an approved, marked con- HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION from water heaters, electric motors or...
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...reduce the element of surprise which contributes to ho_d the cut along the top of the guide bar and the saw chain in and pinches the saw chain is suddenly stopped. The saw is driven straight back toward the operator. • Pinch-Kickback can hap- Grip the rear handle with ...the engine running. _ILWARNING: Avoid kickback which can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper tip of the guide bar. Kickback is greater chance of chain saw chain is suddenly stopped. Contacting a foreign object in the wood can also resuit in the cut...
...reduce the element of surprise which contributes to ho_d the cut along the top of the guide bar and the saw chain in and pinches the saw chain is suddenly stopped. The saw is driven straight back toward the operator. • Pinch-Kickback can hap- Grip the rear handle with ...the engine running. _ILWARNING: Avoid kickback which can occur when the moving chain contacts an object at the upper tip of the guide bar. Kickback is greater chance of chain saw chain is suddenly stopped. Contacting a foreign object in the wood can also resuit in the cut...
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...of purchase ff purchased from a servicing dealer, or to the place of the saw chain along canresuilntseriouinsjury. Take your unit to your SaW. the top of kickback and are recommended. Either of the guide bar may cause... fast reverse REACTION, kicking guide bar up toward thechancoefyoulrefht ancdontact- hands provided by pinching the saw has a tow kick- Your saw chain along the top _& Smail Radius of these reactions may • ifPnroogtnshhtietacionhfndafrlioeinfnybatoanurd.hrreaanhrsdalinpdsolfetfhbears,cweavhueicsnhedceyooauuthld.torDeIOosusNelt ...
...of purchase ff purchased from a servicing dealer, or to the place of the saw chain along canresuilntseriouinsjury. Take your unit to your SaW. the top of kickback and are recommended. Either of the guide bar may cause... fast reverse REACTION, kicking guide bar up toward thechancoefyoulrefht ancdontact- hands provided by pinching the saw has a tow kick- Your saw chain along the top _& Smail Radius of these reactions may • ifPnroogtnshhtietacionhfndafrlioeinfnybatoanurd.hrreaanhrsdalinpdsolfetfhbears,cweavhueicsnhedceyooauuthld.torDeIOosusNelt ...
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..., Inc. An anti-vi- pty with an antivibration system and is intended for occasional use only. If you operate a chain saw is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of these problems. Users who operate power...be equipped with American National Standards for Gasoline-Powered Chain Saws Safety Requirements (ANSI B175,1-2000). STANDARDS: This chain saw is to circulation disorders or abnormal swell- no assembly is necessary. Model 358.350880 • Chain saw is fully assembled; This unit is not equipped...
..., Inc. An anti-vi- pty with an antivibration system and is intended for occasional use only. If you operate a chain saw is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of these problems. Users who operate power...be equipped with American National Standards for Gasoline-Powered Chain Saws Safety Requirements (ANSI B175,1-2000). STANDARDS: This chain saw is to circulation disorders or abnormal swell- no assembly is necessary. Model 358.350880 • Chain saw is fully assembled; This unit is not equipped...
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... CRAFTSMAN° Bar Sprocket Hole Bar Oil FilI Cap CylinderCover Starter Housing Chain TLhorcoktotleut Rear Handle _ Fill Cap PdmerBulb Chain ) Direction of kickback. A0&WARNING: Ifthe saw . See CHAIN TENSION under the MAINTENANCE section. gine speed. THROTrLE LOCK-OUT The THRO_LE LOCK-OUT must be pressed before you from accidentally squeezing the trigger. KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW...
... CRAFTSMAN° Bar Sprocket Hole Bar Oil FilI Cap CylinderCover Starter Housing Chain TLhorcoktotleut Rear Handle _ Fill Cap PdmerBulb Chain ) Direction of kickback. A0&WARNING: Ifthe saw . See CHAIN TENSION under the MAINTENANCE section. gine speed. THROTrLE LOCK-OUT The THRO_LE LOCK-OUT must be pressed before you from accidentally squeezing the trigger. KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW...
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... fueI tank (Capacity = 6.8 ft. This engine is thoroughly mixed. Included with this manual. Acidic gas can attract moisture which leads to fiIt the bar oil tank when you use Craftsman chain saw bar oil. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before fueling your unit. Never... quickly ruin the bar and chain. Once oil is added to the gasoline, shake container momentarily to assure that the fuet is certified to read and follow the safety rules relating to obtain Craftsman brand. Drain the gas tank, start the engine, hold the saw is a 3.2 ounce container ...
... fueI tank (Capacity = 6.8 ft. This engine is thoroughly mixed. Included with this manual. Acidic gas can attract moisture which leads to fiIt the bar oil tank when you use Craftsman chain saw bar oil. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before fueling your unit. Never... quickly ruin the bar and chain. Once oil is added to the gasoline, shake container momentarily to assure that the fuet is certified to read and follow the safety rules relating to obtain Craftsman brand. Drain the gas tank, start the engine, hold the saw is a 3.2 ounce container ...
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... 2. CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER oil iF HALF ITm . / FULL 6. STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1. _ILWARNING: Do not attempt to throw or drop-start the chain saw . HoM the handle and let the rope rewind stowty. For cold weather starting, start , refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-235-5878. STARTING...correct throttte setting for approximately 30 seconds. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER When puIIing the starter rope, do not use the full extent of the chain saw , Doing so witt put the operator at FULL CHOKE; Ensure the ON/STOP switch is in the ON position, Starting could require pulling ...
... 2. CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER oil iF HALF ITm . / FULL 6. STARTING A WARM ENGINE 1. _ILWARNING: Do not attempt to throw or drop-start the chain saw . HoM the handle and let the rope rewind stowty. For cold weather starting, start , refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-235-5878. STARTING...correct throttte setting for approximately 30 seconds. IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER When puIIing the starter rope, do not use the full extent of the chain saw , Doing so witt put the operator at FULL CHOKE; Ensure the ON/STOP switch is in the ON position, Starting could require pulling ...
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... Center. To maximize operating efficiency, do not put pressure on firm ground. Hotd the chain saw on saw and repair or replace parts as possible. • When cutting with a flat fiIe. • Keep the chain out of using the following procedure, the engine must be checked severat times daily. See... reach fuli speed before first use the weight of the saw down after 1 minute of cut for you start the chain saw. Even a small amount of dirt will not stop the chain. The brake is complete, do not run the saw is disengaged by your grip around the front handle. This...
... Center. To maximize operating efficiency, do not put pressure on firm ground. Hotd the chain saw on saw and repair or replace parts as possible. • When cutting with a flat fiIe. • Keep the chain out of using the following procedure, the engine must be checked severat times daily. See... reach fuli speed before first use the weight of the saw down after 1 minute of cut for you start the chain saw. Even a small amount of dirt will not stop the chain. The brake is complete, do not run the saw is disengaged by your grip around the front handle. This...
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You need a ciear area nil around the tree so you can have secure footing. • The chain saw operator shoutd keep saw to fell large trees. Natural conditions that can cause the tree to the line of fall. The tean of 2 1/2tree lengths from contacting ground to ... tall Opening of feIling ;t'- - -O" "_ _ Direction of Fa]_ Closing of the tree. Maintain a dis- After a felling cut - This is done by making the notch, tf using saw chain from the nearest person or other objects. This wilt leave enough uncut wood between tile felting cut by cutting the bottom of the notch. NOTCH...
You need a ciear area nil around the tree so you can have secure footing. • The chain saw operator shoutd keep saw to fell large trees. Natural conditions that can cause the tree to the line of fall. The tean of 2 1/2tree lengths from contacting ground to ... tall Opening of feIling ;t'- - -O" "_ _ Direction of Fa]_ Closing of the tree. Maintain a dis- After a felling cut - This is done by making the notch, tf using saw chain from the nearest person or other objects. This wilt leave enough uncut wood between tile felting cut by cutting the bottom of the notch. NOTCH...
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... carefully reenter the cut. sure of wood could be controlled in injury and/or damage to the saw against the _og. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use wood or ptastic wedges, but never steel or iron wedges. • Be alert to signs that may be removed easily. Overcutting ... (BUCKING) Bucking is where the pres- Undercutting_; Always make your first cut is a_ways on compression side of fail. Restart the saw up- To avoid kickback and chain damage, do not use e plastic or wooden wedge to force cut open the cut if necessary to contro_ the direction of log ...
... carefully reenter the cut. sure of wood could be controlled in injury and/or damage to the saw against the _og. To avoid kickback and chain damage, use wood or ptastic wedges, but never steel or iron wedges. • Be alert to signs that may be removed easily. Overcutting ... (BUCKING) Bucking is where the pres- Undercutting_; Always make your first cut is a_ways on compression side of fail. Restart the saw up- To avoid kickback and chain damage, do not use e plastic or wooden wedge to force cut open the cut if necessary to contro_ the direction of log ...
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...with the cutting techniques described in any other branches or objects at the base of the saw chain and whip toward the top, cutting branches and limbs. Do not cut . •... on the saw when the tension in july. _ll WARNING: Never climb into a tree to lose your balance or control of the felled tree and work toward you or pull you and the chain. tion which... • Start at the nose of the tree. Watch out for springpoles. Do not allow the moving chain to avoid tripping over them. Allowing such contact can limbing be done safely and properly. • Leave the...
...with the cutting techniques described in any other branches or objects at the base of the saw chain and whip toward the top, cutting branches and limbs. Do not cut . •... on the saw when the tension in july. _ll WARNING: Never climb into a tree to lose your balance or control of the felled tree and work toward you or pull you and the chain. tion which... • Start at the nose of the tree. Watch out for springpoles. Do not allow the moving chain to avoid tripping over them. Allowing such contact can limbing be done safely and properly. • Leave the...
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... negligence. justments wilt need to be made periodicaHy to the STOP position. Ensure ON/STOP switch functions properly by moving . The chain is sharp and can cut you start the chain saw after engine stops. Yeady Dates Check for damaged/worn parts .,I CIean guide bar groove Clean air filter /-" C_ean/inspect muffler and...
... negligence. justments wilt need to be made periodicaHy to the STOP position. Ensure ON/STOP switch functions properly by moving . The chain is sharp and can cut you start the chain saw after engine stops. Yeady Dates Check for damaged/worn parts .,I CIean guide bar groove Clean air filter /-" C_ean/inspect muffler and...
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... in serious personal injury or damage to sag below the guide bar. Using screwdriver, move chain around the guide bar. _I_WARNING: If the saw is operated with the chain saw . 7. Loosen bar knob 1 turn (upward direction). If chain is loose. Damaged chain must be forced through the cut, • Inadequate supply of guide bar each drive...
... in serious personal injury or damage to sag below the guide bar. Using screwdriver, move chain around the guide bar. _I_WARNING: If the saw is operated with the chain saw . 7. Loosen bar knob 1 turn (upward direction). If chain is loose. Damaged chain must be forced through the cut, • Inadequate supply of guide bar each drive...
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... your air filter after each 5 hours of operation. • Burring of guide bar rails is advisable to replace your saw in the repair parts list or on the decal located on the chain saw . • Clean the oft holes and bar groove after 10 tanks of fuel or 5 hours of California to cause...
... your air filter after each 5 hours of operation. • Burring of guide bar rails is advisable to replace your saw in the repair parts list or on the decal located on the chain saw . • Clean the oft holes and bar groove after 10 tanks of fuel or 5 hours of California to cause...
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...cut you even when it is sharp and can result in size of fuel. The size of the wood chip witt decrease as the chain gets duller until it dry of wood chips. Replace the spark arresting screen ff breaks occur. Reinsta_ spark arresting screen, exhaust outlet cover... connected retainer from cylinder and discard. 5. CHAIN SHARPENING ,d_ WARNING: Improper chain sharpening techniques and/or depth gauge maintenance will not produce a good chip. • Saw cuts to one side or at an angle. • Saw has to be 0.025 inch (0,6 mm). 6. The chain is not moving. Loosen and remove the...
...cut you even when it is sharp and can result in size of fuel. The size of the wood chip witt decrease as the chain gets duller until it dry of wood chips. Replace the spark arresting screen ff breaks occur. Reinsta_ spark arresting screen, exhaust outlet cover... connected retainer from cylinder and discard. 5. CHAIN SHARPENING ,d_ WARNING: Improper chain sharpening techniques and/or depth gauge maintenance will not produce a good chip. • Saw cuts to one side or at an angle. • Saw has to be 0.025 inch (0,6 mm). 6. The chain is not moving. Loosen and remove the...
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... Replace the old chain when it is normal for a new chain to the center ... your chain tension each cutter to the STOP position. 2. NOTE: The chain has ...the chain. File Holder Lille • Sharpen cutters on the top edges of operation. Adjust chain tension...the chain you require further assistance or are using. Then, turn the chain saw and adjust the chain tension...chain saw around and repeat the process for proper tension. Use only the Low-Kickback replacement chain specified in serious injury. 4. CHAIN REPLACEMENT _WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handIing chain...
... Replace the old chain when it is normal for a new chain to the center ... your chain tension each cutter to the STOP position. 2. NOTE: The chain has ...the chain. File Holder Lille • Sharpen cutters on the top edges of operation. Adjust chain tension...the chain you require further assistance or are using. Then, turn the chain saw and adjust the chain tension...chain saw around and repeat the process for proper tension. Use only the Low-Kickback replacement chain specified in serious injury. 4. CHAIN REPLACEMENT _WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handIing chain...
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... ADJUSTMENT '_' WARNING: The chain wiil be moving during most of the guide bar. 9. Loosen chain tension by turning adjusting wheel (upward direction). Fit chain drive tinks into the adjusting pin hole in the nose of this point. Install clutch cover. Wear your chain saw. 4. Remove ctutch cover.... ,\, Clutch Cover \ Ear Knob Drive Links 7. Failure to CHAIN ADJUSTMENT. Hold chain with the drive links as shown. The chain must not move at this procedure. Fit bottom of drive...
... ADJUSTMENT '_' WARNING: The chain wiil be moving during most of the guide bar. 9. Loosen chain tension by turning adjusting wheel (upward direction). Fit chain drive tinks into the adjusting pin hole in the nose of this point. Install clutch cover. Wear your chain saw. 4. Remove ctutch cover.... ,\, Clutch Cover \ Ear Knob Drive Links 7. Failure to CHAIN ADJUSTMENT. Hold chain with the drive links as shown. The chain must not move at this procedure. Fit bottom of drive...
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... of the season or if it starts to rust. 2O Under FUELING ENGINE in place and position chain saw so that any of the following conditions: • Chain moves at 1-800-235-5878. Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air coo_ed) is _abeled T. • Turn idle screw (T) clockwise to... increase engine speed. • Turn idle screw (T) counterc}ockwise to your fueI tank. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it in your chain saw well...
... of the season or if it starts to rust. 2O Under FUELING ENGINE in place and position chain saw so that any of the following conditions: • Chain moves at 1-800-235-5878. Craftsman 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air coo_ed) is _abeled T. • Turn idle screw (T) clockwise to... increase engine speed. • Turn idle screw (T) counterc}ockwise to your fueI tank. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it in your chain saw well...