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Craftsman C944.417341 Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual
2.0 HP Motor
ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW
Model No.
C944.417341 --- 14 in. Bar
S S S S Safety
S S S S Assembly
S S S S Operation
S S S S Maintenance
S S S S Français
For Occasional Use Only
WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product.
For answers to your questions about this product:
Call 7 am--7 pm, Mon--Sat; Sun, 10 am--7 pm
1-800-235-5878
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
530164054
5/15/03

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual 2.0 HP Motor ELECTRIC CHAIN SAW Model No. C944.417341 --- 14 in. Bar S S S S Safety S S S S Assembly S S S S Operation S S S S Maintenance S S S S Français...

  • Page 2: Warranty Statement

    Back Cover WARRANTY STATEMENT LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY FOR CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC CHAIN SAWS For one (1) year from date of purchase, Sears Canada, Inc. will repair or replace free of charge, at Sears option, parts which are defective as a result of materials or workmanship.

  • Page 3: Plan Ahead

    SAFETY RULES S Do not handle or operate a chain saw WARNING: When using electric when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or gardening appliances, basic safety if you have taken alcohol, drugs, or precautions must always be followed medication. You must be in good to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, physical condition and mentally alert.

  • Page 4: Electrical Safety

    If the plug still does not fit, obtain and possible injury to the operator or a correct polarized extension cord. A by- -standers. Use only Craftsman polarized extension cord will require accessories and replacement parts the use of a polarized wall outlet. This as recommended.

  • Page 5: Guard Against Kickback

    reversal of the chain force used to on branches. Do not expose cords to cut wood and causes the saw to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges. move in the opposite direction of the S To avoid the possibility of electric chain rotation.

  • Page 6: Maintain Control

    S Do not twist the saw as the bar is S Position of front and rear handlebars: withdrawn from an undercut when designed with distance between handles and “in-line” with each other. bucking. Avoid Pull-In: The spread and “in-line” position of S Always begin cutting with the saw at the hands provided by this design full speed and the saw housing...

  • Page 7: Carton Contents

    NOTE: If you need assistance or find Check carton contents against the fol- parts missing or damaged, please call lowing list. 1-800-235-5878 Model C944.417341 S Chain Saw (fully assembled) ASSEMBLY S Bar Sheath Your saw is fully assembled; no assembly is necessary.

  • Page 8: Operation

    OPERATION KNOW YOUR SAW READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERAT- ING 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 reference. Oiler Actuator/ Chain Adjustment Screw Bar Oil Cap...

  • Page 9: Cutting Methods

    For maximum guide bar and chain life, we recommend you use WARNING: Be sure to read the Craftsman chain saw bar oil. If Crafts- electrical safety information in the man bar oil is not available, you may section of this manual...
  • Page 10 S Weight and branches on one side. Hinge holds tree on stump and helps control fall S Surrounding trees and obstacles. S Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is rotted, it can snap and fall toward the Opening operator.

  • Page 11: Limbing And Pruning

    Restart the saw and carefully reenter BUCKING USING A LOG OR SUPPORT STAND the cut. Do not use a metal wedge. Do S Remember your first cut is always on not attempt to restart your saw when it the compression side of the log. is pinched or hung in a log.

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    S Be alert for springback from any PRUNING branches that are bent or under WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs pressure. Avoid being struck by the shoulder height or below. Do not cut if branch or the saw when the tension branches are higher than your shoul- in the wood fibers is released.

  • Page 13: Check Chain Tension

    S Trigger Switch - - Ensure the trigger 5. Check the tension by lifting the switch functions properly by squeez- chain from the guide bar. Remove ing and holding the trigger switch. some of the stiffness in the chain Make sure motor starts and stops. by pulling down and letting go of S Oil Tank - - Discontinue use of chain the chain several times.

  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal LUBRICATION Bar Oil process of rail wear. Remove these Fill Cap burrs with a flat file. S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to restore square edges and sides.
  • Page 15 Depth Gauge 8. Secure the guide bar and bar Cutters clamp plate with the bar nuts; tight- en finger tight only. CAUTION: If saw chain is installed backwards, the saw will vibrate exces- sively and will not cut wood. CHAIN ADJUSTMENT Drive Links in the CHECK CHAIN TENSION...
  • Page 16 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source be- fore performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require unit to be operating. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Chain does 1. Chain tension incorrect. 1. See “Check Chain Tension” in not move Maintenance section.

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