Craftsman 358.341143 Instruction Manual page 7

KNOW
YOUR SAW
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
CHAIN SAW. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the
location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future ref-
erence.
Oiler Actuator/
Bar Oil Cap
Lock-out
Button ---.
Trigger Switch
Power Cord
TRIGGER SWITCH
The TRIGGER SWITCH is used to turn
on the unit. Squeeze the trigger switch
to operate the unit after lock-out but-
ton has been pushed in. Release the
trigger to turn the unit off.
TRIGGER LOCK-OUT BUTTON
The TRIGGER LOCK-OUT BUTTON is a
control feature designed to prevent the
motor from being accidently started.
When the rear handle is gripped in a
normal cutting position, the trigger
lock-out button can be pushed in by
the thumb, permitting the index finger
to squeeze the trigger. It is not neces-
sary to maintain pressure on the trig-
ger lock-out button once the trigger
has been engaged.
Chain Adjustment Screw
Chain
BAR OIL CAP/OILER ACTUATOR
The BAR OIL CAP is used to access the
bar oil tank and pressed to supply oil
to chain.
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT SCREW
The CHAIN ADJUSTMENT SCREW is
used to adjust the chain tension.
POWER CORD
The POWER CORD is used to connect
the chain saw to an approved exten-
sion cord.
CHAIN TENSION
It is normal for a new chain to stretch
during first 30 minutes of operation.
You should check your chain tension
frequently. Readjust chain after every
15 minutes of operation.See CHECK
CHAIN TENSION under the SERVICE
AND ADJUSTMENTS section.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Use only a voltage supply as specified
on your unit.
SELECT AN EXTENSION CORD
Extension cords are available for this
unit at Sears.
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE
RECOMMENDATIONS
25 ft. 50 ft. 100 ft.
Volts
(7.67 M) (15.24 M) (30.48 M)
16 16 14
120 A.W.G.* A.W.G.* A.W.G.*
ATTACH THE EXTENSION CORD TO
YOUR CHAIN SAW
To prevent disconnection from unit, se-
cure extension cord to power cord as
shown in the following illustration.
Power Cord
*American Wire Gauge