Craftsman 358.381700-16 in. Bar Operator's Manual page 4

S Wear protective gear. Always use
steel-toed safety footwear with non-
slip soles; snug-fitting clothing; safety
chaps; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves;
eye protection such as non-fogging,
vented goggles or face screen; an
approved safety hard hat; and sound
barriers (ear plugs or mufflers) to pro-
tect your hearing. Regular users
should have hearing checked regu-
larly as chain saw noise can damage
hearing.
S Secure hair above shoulder length. Do
not wear loose clothing or jewelry; they
can get caught in moving parts.
S Keep all parts of your body away from
the chain when the engine is running.
S Keep children, bystanders, and ani-
mals a minimum of 30 feet (10 me-
ters) away from the work area when
starting and using the saw.
S Do not handle or operate a chain saw
when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or
if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or
medication. You must be in good
physical condition and mentally alert. If
you have any condition that might be
aggravated by strenuous work, check
with doctor before operating.
S Do not start cutting until you have a
clear work area, secure footing, and,
if you are felling trees, a planned re-
treat path.
OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
S Do not operate a chain saw with one
hand. Serious injury to the operator,
helpers, bystanders or any combina-
tion of these persons may result from
one-handed operation. A chain saw
is intended for two-handed use.
S Operate the chain saw only in a well-
ventilated outdoor area.
S Do not operate saw from a ladder or
in a tree.
S Make sure the chain will not make
contact with any object while starting
the engine. Never try to start the saw
when the guide bar is in a cut.
S Do not put pressure on the saw at
the end of the cut. Applying pressure
can cause you to lose control when
the cut is completed.
S Stop engine before setting saw down.
S 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.
S Do not operate a chain saw that is
damaged, improperly adjusted, or
not completely and securely
assembled. Always replace bar,
chain, hand guard, or chain brake
immediately if it becomes damaged,
broken or is otherwise removed.
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD
WORKING ORDER
WARNING:
spark plug before performing mainte-
nance except carburetor adjustments.
S Have all chain saw service performed
by a qualified service dealer with the
exception of the items listed in the
MAINTENANCE
S Make certain the saw chain stops
moving when the throttle trigger is
released. For correction, refer to
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT.
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and
free from oil or fuel mixture.
S Keep caps and fasteners securely
tightened.
S Nonconforming replacement compo-
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.
S Maintain chain saw with care.
S Keep unit sharp and clean for better
and safer performance.
S Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
S 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 should be properly repaired
or replaced by a Sears Service Center
unless otherwise indicated elsewhere
in the operator's manual.
S When not in use, chain saws should
be stored in a dry, high or locked-up
place out of the reach of children.
S When storing saw, use a scabbard or
carrying case.
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
S Do not smoke while handling fuel or
while operating the saw.
S Eliminate all sources of sparks or
flame in the areas where fuel is
mixed or poured.
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