Craftsman 358.341161 Operator's Manual page 7

CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-
lowing list,
Model 358.341161
• Chain Saw (fully assembled)
• Bar Sheath
Examine parts for damage. Do not use
damaged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find
that parts are missing or damaged,
please call 1-800-235-5878
ASSEMBLY
Your unit is fully assembled; no assem-
bly is required.
KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW
READ THIS OPERATOR'S 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.
Bar Oil Cap !_._.._J- Hand Guard
/'-."."."."."._" _IIll Chain Adjustment Screw
Trigger Loe k - o u_._..,j...,_.f_.,_5_ /
Button_
Powe ocket
Cord " _ Trigger Oil Levet Bar Clamp _' Chah_ Hole
Switch Indicator
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 forward. 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 accidentally started.
When the rear handle is gripped in a
normal cutting position, the trigger
lock-out button can be pushed forward
by the thumb, permitting the index fin-
ger to squeeze the trigger. It is not nec-
essary to maintain pressure on the
trigger lock-out button once the trigger
has been engaged.
BAR OIL CAP
The BAR OIL CAP is used to fill the bar
oil tank.
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
25ft. 50ft. 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.*
• American Wire Gauge