Craftsman 358.350210 Operator's Manual page 8

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
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dt_ WARNING: Be sure to read the
fuel handling information in the safety
rules section of this manual before you
begin. If you do not understand the
fuel handling information do not at-
tempt to fuel your unit. Seek help from
someone that does understand the in-
formation or call the customer assis-
tance help line at 1-800-235-5878.
GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OIL
The bar and chain require lubrication.
The chain oiler provides continuous
lubrication to the chain and guide bar.
Be sure to fill the bar oil tank when you
fill the fuel tank (Capacity = 6.8 ft. oz.).
Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and
chain. Too little oil will cause overheat-
ing shown by smoke coming from the
chain and/or discoloration of the bar.
For maximum guide bar and chain life,
we recommend you use Craftsman
chain saw bar oil. If Craftsman bar oil
is not available, you may use a good
grade SAE 30 oil until you are able to
obtain Craftsman brand. The oil output
is automatically metered during opera-
tion. Your saw will use approximately
one tank of bar oil for every tank of fuel
mix. Always fill bar oil tank when you
fill the fuel tank.
FUELING ENGINE
4t_ WARNING: Remove fuel cap
slowly when refueling.
This engine is certified to operate on un-
leaded gasoline. Before operation, gaso-
line must be mixed with a good quality
synthetic 2-cycle air-cooled engine oil.
We recommend Craftsman brand syn-
thetic oil. Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio
of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mix-
ing 3.2 ounces of oil with 1 gallon of un-
leaded gasoline. Included with this saw
is a 3.2 ounce container of oil. Pour the
entire contents of this container into 1
gallon of gasoline to achieve the proper
fuel mixture. DO NOT USE automotive
oil or boat oil. These oils will cause en-
gine damage. When mixing fuel follow
the instructions printed on the oil con-
tainer. Once oil is added to the gaso-
line, shake container momentarily to
assure that the fuel is thoroughly
mixed. Always read and follow the
safety rules relating to fuel before fuel-
ing your unit.
IMPORTANT
Experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract mois-
ture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage for 30 days or
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the en-
gine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season. See STORAGE instructions
for additional information. Never use en-
gine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage may
occur. See the STORAGE section for
additional information.
CHAIN BRAKE
Ensure chain brake is disengaged by
pulling the front hand guard back to-
ward the front handle as far as pos-
sible. The chain brake must be disen-
gaged before cutting with the saw.
_b WARNING: The chain must not
move when the engine runs at idle
speed. If the chain moves at idle
speed, refer to CARBURETOR ADJUST-
MENT within this manual. Avoid con-
tact with the muffler. A hot muffler can
cause serious burns.
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
• Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP
position.
STARTING POSITION
To start the engine, hold tile saw firmly
on the ground as illustrated below.
Make sure the chain is free to turn
without contacting any object.
Starter Rope Handle
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Right Foot Through Rear Handle
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
When pulling the starter rope, do not
use the full extent of the rope as this can
cause the rope to break. Do not let start-
er rope snap back. Hold the handle and
let the rope rewind slowly.
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