Maintenance - Craftsman 358.381700-16 in. Bar Operator's Manual

overcut leaving a 1 to 2 inch (2.5 to 5
cm) collar from the truck of the tree.
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Collar
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
WARNING:
except for carburetor adjustments.
Fill in dates as you complete
regular service
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.
S Once a year, replace the spark plug,
air filter, and check guide bar and
chain for wear. A new spark plug and
air filter assures proper air-fuel mixture
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First cut
Pruning technique

MAINTENANCE

Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
Before After Every
Use Use 5 hrs.
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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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ON/STOP
switch functions properly by moving
the switch to the
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Every
25 hrs. Yearly
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Switch - - Ensure
ON/STOP
position. Make
STOP
Service
Dates