Storage; Seasonal Storage; Troubleshooting Table - Craftsman 358.341190 Operator's Manual

,_ WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
• Allow motor to cool before storing or
transporting.
• Store chain saw and extension cord
in a well ventilated area
• Store chain saw with all guards in
place and position chain saw so that
any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury.
• Store chain saw unplugged, well out
of the reach of children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare your unit for storage at the end
of the season or if it will not be used for
30 days or more.
If your chain saw is to be stored for a
period of time:
• Clean it thoroughly before lengthy
storage.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces
and guide bar.
• Oil the chain and use the bar sheath
(included) to cover bar and chain.
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
1. Chain tension incorrect. Chain does
not move
when trigger
switch is
engaged.
Chain clat-
ters or cuts
roughly.
Chain stops
during cut.
Oil inade-
quate for bar
and chain
lubrication.
Chain cuts
at an angle.
2. Guide bar rails pinched.
3. Trigger switch failure.
4. Circuit breaker tripped/
fuse failure.
1. Chain tension incorrect.
2. Cutters damaged.
3. Chain worn.
4. Cutters dull, improperly
sharpened, or depth
gauges too high.
5. Sprocket worn.
1. Chain cutter tops not
filed flat.
2. Guide bar burred or
bent; rails uneven.
1. Oil tank empty.
2. Oil outlet clogged.
3. Guide bar oil hole
blocked.
1. Cutters damaged on
one side.
2. Chain dull on one side.
3. Guide bar bent or worn.
1. See "Check Chain Tension" in
Maintenance section.
2. Repair or replace.
3. Contact Sears Service.
4. Reset circuit breaker or replace
fuse.
1. See "Check Chain Tension" in
Maintenance Section.
2. Contact Sears Service.
3. Resharpen or replace chain.
4. See "Chain Sharpening" in
Service and Adjustments section.
5. Contact Sears Service.
1. See "Chain Sharpening" in
Service and Adjustments section.
2. Repair or replace guide bar.
1. Fill oil tank.
2. Contact Sears Service.
3. Remove bar and clean.
1. See "Chain Sharpening" in
Service and Adjustments section.
2. See "Chain Sharpening" in
Service and Adjustments section.
3. Replace guide bar.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good
judgement. If you need assistance, contact Sears Service or the CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE HELPLINE at 1-800-235-5878.
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