Maintenance - Craftsman C944.414460 Instruction Manual

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
WARNING:
Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
Fill in dates as you complete
regular service
Check for damaged/worn parts
Check for loose fasteners/parts
Check chain tension
Check chain sharpness
Check guide bar
Check fuel mixture level
Check guide bar and chain oil
Inspect and clean unit & decals
Check chain brake
Clean guide bar groove
Clean air filter
Clean/inspect muffler and spark
arresting screen
Replace spark plug and fuel filter
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov-
er items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To re-
ceive full value from the warranty, the
operator must maintain unit as instruct-
ed in this manual. Various adjustments
will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
S Once a year, replace the spark plug,
air filter element, and check guide bar
and chain for wear. A new spark plug
and air filter element assures proper
air-fuel mixture and helps your engine
run better and last longer.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact your Sears Service Centre for
replacement of damaged or worn parts.
NOTE: It is normal for a small amount
of oil to appear under the saw after en-
gine stops. Do not confuse this with a
leaking oil tank.
S Switch -- Ensure
ON/STOP ON/STOP
switch functions properly by moving
the switch to the position.
STOP
Make sure engine stops; then restart
engine and continue.

MAINTENANCE

Before After Every Every
25 hrs. Yearly
Use Use 5 hrs.
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S Fuel Tank -- Do not use saw if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Oil Tank -- Do not use saw if oil tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Chain Brake Nuts
S Chain
S Muffler
S Cylinder Shield
S Air Filter
S Handle Screws
S Vibration Mounts
S Starter Housing
S Front Hand Guard
CHECK CHAIN TENSION
WARNING:
gloves when handling chain. The
chain is sharp and can cut you even
when it is not moving.
Chain tension is very important.
Chains stretch during use. This is es-
pecially true during the first few times
you use your saw. Always check
chain tension each time you use and
refuel your saw.
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Service
Dates
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Wear protective