Craftsman 172.43983 Operator's Manual page 2

Warranty ............................................................................................ Page 2
Safety Symbols ................................................................................... Page 3
Safety Instructions ................................................................................ Pages 4 - 13
Unpacking ........................................................................................ Page 13
Description ......................................................................................... Pages 14 - 15
Assembly and Adjustments .................................................................. Pages 16 - 20
Operation .............................................................................................. Pages 20 - 27
Maintenance/Trouble Shooting ............................................................... Pages 27 - 30
Parts Lists............................................................................................ Pages 31 - 33
CRAFTSMAN LiMiTED WARRANTY
FOR TWO YEARS from the date of sale, this product is warranted against
defects in material or workmanship.
WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective product will be replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details or to obtain free replacement,
visit the web site: www.craftsman.com
This warranty does not cover the bar and chain, which are expendable parts that
can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services
or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
NOTE: Chain and Bar Oil is not included. BEFORE using this Chain Saw,
do not forget to purchase Craftsman Bar & Chain Oil, SAE30.
z_ WARNING:
Some dust particles created by lawn and garden tools
contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Compounds in fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and insecticides.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this
type of work.To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
• Work in a well=ventilated area
• Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks
that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible
dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your
careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by
themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give
are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
,_ WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this
manual, including all safety alert symbols such as "DANGER,"
"WARNING," and "CAUTION" before using this rotary tool. Failure to follow
all instructions listed in this manual may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
,_ SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR
CAUTION. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER: indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.This signal word is to be limited to the most
extreme situations. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
,_ WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury. Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
,_ CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
Damage Prevention and Information Messages
These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could
lead to equipment or other property damage if they are not followed. Each
message is preceded by the word "NOTE," as in the example below:
NOTE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions
are not followed.
_, WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs
should be performed by a qualified service technician.
_lk WARNING: The operation of any power tools can
result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning
power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shield and a full face shield when needed. We
recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard
safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1 shields.