Craftsman 358.362181 Operator's Manual page 14

• Keep t he tree between you and the
chain. Cut from the side ofthe tree
opposite the branch you are cutting.
• Remove larger, supporting branches
with the cutting techniques described
inBUCKING WITHOUT ASUPPORT.
• Always use anovercut tocut s mall
and freely h anging limbs. Undercutting
could c ause limbs t ofall a nd pinch t he
saw.
PRUNING
_IkWARNING: Limit pruning to limbs
shoulder height or below. Do not cut if
branches are higher than your shoulder.
Get a professional to do the job.
• Make your first cut 1/3 of the way
through the bottom of the limb.
• Next make a 2nd cut all the way
through the limb. Then cut a third
overcut leaving a 1 to 2 inch (2.5 to 5
cm) collar from the truck of the tree.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
,_/kWARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
Fill in dates as you complete Before
regular service Use
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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
Clean cooling system
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
instructed in this manual. Various ad-
justments will need to be made period-
ically to properly maintain your unit.
• Once a year, replace the spark plug,
air filter, and check guide bar and
chain for wear. A new spark plug and
After Every i Every i Service
Use _i5 hrs. i 25 hrs.i_Yearlyi Dates
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air filter assures proper air-fuel mixture
and helps your engine run better and
last longer.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact your Sears Service Center for
replacement of damaged or worn parts.
NOTE: It is normal for a small amount of
oil to appear under the saw after engine
stops. Do not confuse this with a leaking
oil tank.
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