Preparing Your Saw For Use; Getting Ready; Power Source And Extension Cord - Craftsman 358.34160 Operator's Manual

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PREPARING YOUR SAW FOR USE
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A. GETTING READY
I. READ YOUR OPERATOR'S MANUAL CARE-
FULLY.YourOperator'sManual has been developed
to help you prepare yoursaw for use and to unders-
tand itssafe operation. Iris importantthat you read
yourmanuat completely tobecome familiar withthe
unit before you begin assembly.
2. HAVE THE FOLLOWING AVAILABLE:
a. Protective Gloves.
b. ½ inch wrench or equivalent.
c. Screwdriver
d. Bar and Chain Lubricant (see page 9).
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B. POWER SOURCE AND EXTENSION CORD
1. POWER SOURCE
Use only an A.C. voftagesupply identica! to that
shown on the name plate of the saw to power this
chain saw.
_k WARNING
All elactdcal repairs to this saw, including housing,
switch, motor, etc., must be diagnosed and repaired by
your Sears Service Center or nearest Sears store.
Failure to do so can cause the double insulation
construction to become ineffective and result in
serious injury.
2. EXTENSION CORD
a. The extension cord used to reach the power
source must be:
1.) Specifically marked as suitable for outdoor
use. The suffix,W-A, must be includedon the
cord label.
2,) Heavyenough to carry'the current from the
power source to the distance at which the
saw is to be used. Otherwise, loss of power
and overheating can occur causing damage
tothe unit. Refer to Figure6 for minimum wire
gauge recommendations.
3.) In good condition. Cord insulation must be
intact with no cracks or deterioration. Plug
connectors must be undamaged.
b. Suitable extension cords are available at your
Seam Retail or Catalog Store.
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE I
RECOMMENDATIONS
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AMP VOLTS 25 FT. 50 FT. 100 F_. ]
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12 120 16 14 10
A.W.G. A.W.G. A.W.G.
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3. IMPORTANT POINTS
a. Secure, the tool cord to the extension cord as
shown in Figure 7 to prevent disconnection,
b,
Do not abuse cords. Never carry saw by the
powercordor yank ittodisconnect,Keeptoolcord
and extension cordawayfrom heat, oil, and sharp
edges.
c. Guard against electric shock. Avoidbody con-
tact with any grounded conductor,such as metal
pipes and wire fences.
d. Avoid entanglement. Keep cords clear of
operator, sawchain, and branches at all times.
e. Avoid dangerous situations, Donor exposethe
saw to rain, or use in damp, wet, gaseous, or
explosive locations.
f. inspect extension cords before each use.
Replace before using the saw if damaged,
g, Inspect chain saw cord before .eachuse. Do not
use the unit with a damaged cord. Take the unit
to a Sears Service Center. for repairs.
SECURE TOOL CORD TO
EXTENSION CORD._
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Figure 7
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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