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Operator's Manual

CRAFTSMAN°2.1 cu.in./36cc 2-CycleGASOLINE CHAIN SAW

Model No.358.351042 - 14 in. Bar

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_ ARNING:Read and follow all Safety Rules and OperatingInstructions before first use of thksproduct.

For answers to your questions about this product:Call 7 am-7 pro, Mort-Sat; Sun, 10 am-7 pm

• 1-800-235-5878

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffrnan Estates, IL 60179 USA

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Opera,on 6 Parts Ust 20Mal_ 11 Spanish 23Service and Adjusbnents 14 Parts&Ordering Back

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ®GASCHAIN SAWFor one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Gas Chain Saw ismalntaln_ lubricatedend bated up accordingto the owner's rnanuaJ,Seres _11repak',free of charge, any defect in mater_ orworkmans_.This warrantyexdudas the bar, chain, sparkplug and air filter, which areexpendable pads, end besomeworn duringnormal use.if Ibis Gas _ Saw is used for commercialor rental purpoees,this warrantyapplfasfor 30 daysfrom the date of purchase.WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLEBY RETURNING THIS CHAIN SAW TOTHE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.

This wan'antygives you specificlegal rights,end you may also have other rightswtdchvary from state to state.Seam, Roebuck and Co., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

WARNING: Always disconnect sparkplug wire when making repairs exceptfor carburetor adjustments. Because achain saw is a high-speed woodcuttingtool, careless or Improper use of thistool can cause serious injury.

PLAN AHEAD• RestriCt the use of your saw to adutt

users who understend and cen followthe safety rules, precauUens, end op-erating i_ns found in thismanual.

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• Wear protective geer. _ways usesteel-toed safety footwear wilh non-_ 8_; mJg-m_ doa_g; hee_-

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duty, non-slip gloves; eye protectionsuch as non-foggfng, vented gogglesor face screen; an approved safetyhard hat; and sound barriers (earplugsormufgers)to protestyourhearing.Regular users should havehearing checked regularly as chainsaw no_se can damage hearing. Se-cure hair above shoulder length.

• Keepall partsof your bedyawayfromthe chain when the engele IS running.

• Keep children,bystanders, andreals at least 30 feet (10 meters)away from the work area when start-ing and using the saw.

• Do not handle or operate a chain sawwhen you am fatigued, ill, or upset, orif you have taken atcohol, drugs, ormedication. You must be In goodpr_rs_alcond:,tionandmanta_ aiert.If you have any condition that mightbe aggjave_l by strenuous _rk,check wifh doctor befom operaUng.Do not start cutting untlt you have ,_dear work area, sacure footing, andespecially if you are felling a free, arstn_ path.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY• Oo nof operate with one hand. Sed-

ousINuryto theopera_, hek_ orbyatanCW_mayrNu_ fromone-handed operation. A chain saw Is in-tended lot two-handed use.

• Operate the chain saw only in a well-ventilated outdoor ama.

- DO not operate saw from a ladder orin a tree, unless you am spec_ailybained to do soo

• Make sure the chain will not makecontact with any object wh,e staringthe engine. Never W to start the sawwhen the guide bar is In a cut.

• Do not pin pressure on the saw, es-peda,yatthee._ oft_ cuLDo_so can cause you to lose controlwhen the cut is completed.

•• Hand camj saw onlywhen eng'me is

stopped.Ca.y w_ muf_ awayfrombody; guide bar & chain proiecting be-hind you; guide bar preterably cov-ered with a scabbard.

MNNTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOODWORKING ORDER

• Store the unit and fuai In a cool, drywail ve_ilated spaoe whem fuel va-pom cannot reach spad_ or openlk_rm _om wa_ heatm, ele_motom or switd_, fumaces, etc.

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK

Foaowa. safatyru_s to h_p avo_kickback and other forces whtch can_,uR _ seriousk_ury.

Clear The WoddngArea

WARNING: Rotational I_ckback canoccur when the moving chain contactsan object at the upper portion of the tipof _e gu_ bar. Con_ at me upperpOrtionof the tip of the guide bar can

• Have air cha'_ sa_ serv_ pedormed c_e the chain to dig into me object,by a quelilled service dealer exceptthe _ Ik_d i. the mak_l_-esection of this manual.

• Maim cmlam the saw d-,a_ stopsmovlng when the throttle frlgger Is m-leased. For cormotion, refer to "Car-burator Adjustments. _

• Keep the handles dry, clean, and freefrom oil or fuel m_lure.

• Keep caps and fasteners securely.ghtened.

• Use only Craftsman accessories andreplacement parts as recommended.Nevermodifyyoorsaw.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTIONo Do not smoke while handlingfuel or

while operating the saw.

i Eltn'dnnateail sourc_ _ sp_b_ or 'N_jnoi. _oas wl'_ fuel is _ or ix.xed.MIx and pour fuel In an outdoorareaand use an approved,marked con*tainer for ell fuel purposes.Wipe upail fuelspr_sbeforestaring saw.

• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) fromfueling site before starting.

• Turn the engine off and let saw co_ ina non-combustible area, not on dryleave_ skaw, paper, atc. Slewiy m_move fuel cap and refuel unit.

which otops the chain for an instanL Theresu_ Is a llghlning f_l_, m_rse reactk_which kicks the guide bar up and back

Pinch-Wlckback and PUtHn Occur whenthe chain is suddenly stopped by beingpinched,caught,orbycontactingafor-eignobject in the wood. This suddenstopping of the d'=ain resdls in a fever*sal of the chain force used to cut woodand causes the saw tO move in the op-pos'rle direction of the chain rota_on.Plnch-IOcld_ackdrivesthesawstrelghtback toward the operator. Puff-In pullsthe saw away from the operator.REDUCE THE CHANCE OFKICKBACK• Recog,_ ._ I_ck canhappen.

With a basic und_,anding of _you _ reduco the elemeht of surpdsewhich conUtbut_ to acddent._

• Never tat the moving chain contacta_y objeot at the tip of the guide bar.

• Keep working area free from obs_'uc-tk)ns such as other trees, _,rocks, fences, stumps, etc. Eltmlr_teor avok_ any obsUuction that your sawchain could hit while cuffing.

tensioned. A loose or dull chain can

increasetm _ of Iddlback. For .Ifeep ..__. I:_ly trom bebg in a dlmdlow _ B cimin sharpening L_ wHh the cumng chain.

•tens_ at regu_r intmva_ but never

_ sec_ tightane_L or thrown olf l:_ian,:_ and losa cora_ol.

• =H)gmand_Unue cumngatf., • _j c.t aZx_ s_o_r he_. __speed,_thechi _ movlngat aabove_ _._.__ gmatorc_ance to ma_ta_cunt_ ofsaw

._L W_: The_ _ea_ am• Do npt attempt cuts s_zrt_g with the .l_uded on your saw to he_ reduce -

,po__ bar._ge c.ts), r_=rdofk_c, however,_<_lea.• Watch tot"shifting logs or other forces tures w}]_not totally eliminate this dan-

thatcould€ose a cutandrdr_ or fall get.Donotratyonlyon safetydevices.Jmocha_.

• Ha_;_uard: deigned to r_ ttm• u_,, spec,_P._d_ _m_i ._pur_ _ cor,_-,,_Avoid Pinch-K]ctd)ack:• Be e_mmety aware of _ua_tons or • Pos#bn of front and rear _:

obstructions that can cause materialdissand _ w#heacho4J_a'.Thespread and "in-line" pos_on of the

• Do not cut more than one log at a narms provided by this desig_ work_no- _ to _e ba_nce an_ res_,-

• Do not twlst saw as bar is wlthdrawn mnce in €onVolllng the plvot of theborn an unden_rt whe_ bucking, saw ba_ Joward t}_ op_ator if kick.

Avoid Pulldn: back occurs.

at _11 spee_ and the saw housing signed with a small radius tip whichagmnst wood. re_lu_)s me _ze of the kk:kbac_ dan-Use wedges made of plastic or wood. _er zone, This type bar has beenNever u_e met_ to hotd _ cut open. .,oemone_rated to s_lnf_an_ reduce

MAINTAIN CONTROL me number and sarlousnes_ of kick-backs when tested in accordance with

Stand to me lef_of U_esaw ANSi B175.1.Thumb on iundersk_

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prone to drcutatton disordem or

vessetdamage_ _ heaW.Jpeople. If symptoms occm such as

dmnge in skin color or texture, or lops

rnumere.dsp_ a.em_g_wl1_ rne_ thereqtmmlenlsofCallfornla Codes 4442 and 4443. AllU.S. fom_ land and thestat_ ofCal_rn_ Idaho,Mak'le,krmneSOta,NewJemey,Oregon,andWash_jton_ by law thal many l.temalcombustionenginesbe equippedwith a

seek medicalattemion. An sparkamestorsc_erL _fyouoperate achainsaw in a state or locale where

antl-v_aUon system does notguarantee_e avoidanceoft_ese such reg_ exist, you are leg_ly_pr_lems. Usersvd_oopera_ power res_e t_ ma_ U_etools on a continualand regularbasis operatfngcon(gtionof g,,eseparts.mustdosely mor_or thelrphyslcal Fagureto do so i8 a vlolationof the law.cond'dlonand the conditionof this tool. Refer to CustomerResponsibilitiesCIf/_l $R,4M_i ff Ih_ _nvi8 to be used cha_ttn g_e_ se_k3n.for ¢ommerclallogglng,you mustorder S'rANDARDS: Thls chain saw Is Usteda_l l.sta_ a ¢hai. l_ke t_ _rnlW wgh by'_ _ Inc. k_Federal OSHA Regulationsfor Corn- - _¢cordance withAmerican NationalmerdM Logging. ContactyourSears Standardsfor Gasollne-Powered Chain8ewlce Center or cal 1-800-235-5878. Saws Safety Requirements (ANSISI_RK_ Yon'saw _ B17S._-199t).equlppedwith a temperature llm_ng

CARl"ONCONI"ENI_Check carton contents agadnst the foI-_4ng,sLModel 358,351042. cha_saw(_ _• Bar tool• 2-cycle engine oil

(Baro, not}nck.,ded)• Examine parts for damage. Do not

usedamagedparts.• If you need assistance or find that

pextsarem_sl_gordamaged,pleasecall 1-800-235-5878.

NOT_ It _s normal to hear the fuel _erratUe In an empty fuel tank.

Your unit has been factory tested andthe carburetor predsely adjusted. As aresult you may smell gasoline or find adrop of oilfiuei mskkm on b'_ mufflerwhen you unpack the unit.

ASSEMBLYYoursaw is fugyassembled;noassembly Is necessary.

1010W YOUFI_I_WREAD THIS OPEP_TOR_ MANUAL. AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPEP_T-ING YOUR CI,'tAINl_t_W.,P_mpam the ilu_lndl_ ¢dth youTunit to fan_lladzeyoumeifwflh the IocaUonof U_evarious controlsand acre, Save th_manualfor fumm reference.

'+- ..... +IBarOHFi, Cap Housing Fuel Mix RII Cap

CylinderCoverFast Idle

Lockout Chain[7_recOon

Rear of TravelHandle

Thro_tle ChokeTrigger Knob BarClamp Chain Bar Clamp Nuts GUkle Bm

Catcher

ON/STOPSWITCHTheON/STOPSw_h _ usedto stopthe engine.

THROT/1.E TRIGGERT'ne throttle trigger controls enginespeed.THROTTLE LOCKOUT

cidentallysqueezing_e uigger.FAST IDLE LOCKThe fast Idle lock holds the throttle fig.,_in the m+_inOposition._ me

Idle lock by pressing the throttlelockout and _ the throttle trig-get. With the thro_e Vlgger squeezed,press the fa_ Idie lock. _ the

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throttle lockout and tdgger while holdingItle fast tdle Io_k button.

CHOKE KNOBThe Choke Knob activatesthe choke toprovideadditionalfuel to the engineduringcold sta_ng.

shouldcheck yourchaintension fre-quently. See Chain TensionundertheSen_ce and_ sect_n.

CHAIN TEN_INIt is norm_ for a new chain to _during first 30 minutes of operation. You

Tt_ throme lockoutrnustbe pressedbefore you can squeeze the throttletrig- PRIMER BUlBg_r. Thi_ fe_um pmvent_you from _ The Pz_r_ Bulbd_ulat_ fueHo the

carburetorto providequickerstarling.

BEFORESTARTINGENGINE IlrmsandCafobreexare enNW-Use freshWARNING: Be sum to read the fuel fuel ned season. See STORA(_ insltuc-

Jw_,ing Ir,formaUmi.._e safe, roles tions_ _ _Nev_ use engl.e or cerburetor dean_saction of this manual before you begin. _ in the fuel tank 0r permanentIf you do not undersland U1efuel ban- damage may occur.dl_g Information do not attempt to fuel See the STORAGE sacBon f_r additlona/your unit. Seek help from someone that Informa_on.does understand _ k'_a'n'_on or callthe customer assistance help line at STOPPING YOUR ENGINE1-800-235-SB78.

GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN OILThe chain oiler provides continuous lu-brlcatk)n to the chain and guide bar. Besum to fill the bar oil tank when you fill_ fu_ tank(Capac_=6.aft.oz.).For maximum guide bar and chain life,we mcommend you usa Craftsmanchain saw bar oil. If Craftsman bar oil isnotavailable,youmy usaa good_tade SAE 30 oil un_ you am abte toobtain Craftsman brand. The oil outputrs meteredcu+ngot a-tion. Your saw will use approximatelyone tank of bar oil for every tank of fuoimix. Always fill the bar oil tank whenyou fill the fuel tank.

FUELING ENGINEThis e_ine b cer_ to operate onunleaded gasoline. Before operation,gasoiinemustbemixed'w_ a goodquality 2-cycle air-cooled engine og. Werecommend Craftsman brand oil. Mixgasoilne and oil at a ratio of 40:1 (A40:1 ratio Is obtained by mixing 3.2ounces o__ with I gaJJonof unJea(:h_gasoline). DO NOT USE automotive oilor bcet oil. These oils will cause enginedamage. When mixing fuel follow theInstruct_w pdnted on the container.Once o, _s added to the gasoi_e.shake container momentarily to assurethaHhefu_ Isthoroughlymlxed.Always read and follow the safety rulesrelatingto fuelbeforefuelingyourunit.

• Move On_ switch to STOR• it engine does not stop, pull choke

knob out fully.

STARTING YOUR ENGINECOU) ENGINE OR WARM ENGINEAFTER RUNleNG OUT OF FUEL• Fuel engine w#h 40:1 fuel mix.• Fill bar oil tank with bar oil.• Primeengine byslowly pressingprim-

er bulbsixtimes.• Move On/St_ switchto ON.

Prkn_ Bulb

__ CholB Podtimm

• Actuate chokeby pullingchoke knobfu,y out.

• Set saw on the ground.Grip fronthandle withyour left hand and placerightfootthroughrear handle.

Starter Rope

tHandon FrontHandle

IMPORTANTExpeden_indk_s tha_a_ohoibk_ded_._,ls(_led gaso_ orusingehand ormethanoi) can a,ract _ whichk_ds to sepera_n and tonnatJon ofad_ do_restor_e. A_d_ 0as_ndamageS_e_el systemof _n engine_-_ _ storam.To avoid engine probkx_ the fuel sys-

FoCX-nvoughRearHan_e

• Set fast idle by depressingthe l_ro_ek)ckw_hyourdolorhand."rhen,_eeze andho_ thromeV,,gger.W_your thumb, press the fast idle lockdownand hokt Next, release thethrottletdgger.

t_rnst_.k_be empU_bek_, storagefor - oO Nor squeezethrometdg_r dur-30 days or Io_ler, Drain the gas tank, ing starting; oths_utce, it will be nec-sin1 the en_ne and _t _t mn unblthe rue eesary to reeet H'mfast _te lock.

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_rr.: Whenp.mngtheetarterrope, OPERATINGTmSdo notuse the full extent of the rope. • Cheok chain tenalea before first ueaDonet letS_llar ropeImapba_L HoMhand_. Letropemw_d ¢ow_.- Pt¢letarterropehandleP_Jy and

quicidy with your right hand unbl theeng_ ettemm to start,butnomorethan 5 pu,s. Then, push in chokeknob to the partial position. Resurnepumnghand_unaengineet=ts.

• Above 40°I, allow engine to run for_ sseconds.Push._echoke knob in to tha OFF positk_;then squeeze and release throttle tdg-get to altow eagle to k_e.

• Below 40OF, allow englne to warm upfor 30 seconds to I minute with chokeat partial position. Push choke knOb into the OFF position; then squeeze andreleasethroBetriggerto allowengineto idle.

• _ stopeng*_, moveOn/Stop_to the STOP position.

STARTING A WARM ENGINEDO NOT USe the choke to start a warmengine or flooding and hard starlingmay occur.• Move On_ switch to ON.• Set fast Idle lock.• Be mxe choke is in tha OFF potion.• With saw on ground, grip front handle

with left hand and place your right footthrough rear handle.

• Pultsts,ter ropehandle unmeng_estarts.

- Squeaze and re_easetrwotlfetdggorto returnengine to Idle speed.

DIFFICULT STARTING ORSTARTING A FLOODED ENGINETheenginemaybefl0odedif ithasnots_stedafter10raJs.Flooded_O_nescanbeclearedof excessfualwiththe_o_ procedure:

_ e_r 1n-_nu_of _ _Chain Tension in the MeJ'4enanousection.

• Cutwoodonly.Donotoutmetal,plas-tisa, masonry, non-wood building ma-terials, etc.

• Stop the saw if the chain strikes a for-eign object. Inspect the saw and re-parr parts as necessary.

• Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. -Even a small amount of dirt will quick-ly dull a chain and increase the possi-bility of kickback.

• Practice cuffing a few small logs usingme._ steps.n,_ w_ he_pyouget the "feel" of using your saw beforeyoubeg_a majorsaw_-eoperatk_.• Squeeze the throttle trigger and al-

low the engine to reach full speedbefore cutting.

• Begin cuffing with the saw frameatta_ttJek_g.

• Keep the engine at full speed theentire time you am cutting.

• AitowUle chaJn to out for you. Exertonly light downward pressure.

• Release the #_oftle trigger as soonas the cut is completed, allowing theengine to k_. If y0u run the saw at

II g,4"offiewithout a cutting load,_ wear can occur.

• To avoid losing control when cut is_mplete, do net put _ o.saw at end of cut.

• _ entre_-e suff__=TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

WARNING: Check for brokenor deadbrancheswhich can fag whik)cumngcausingsedous Injury,Do not cut nearbuilding=or electricalwires if you do notknowttm directJ0n of line fall, nor cut atnightsince youwiUnot be able to sae

**Engage the fast idle lock. well, nor duringbad weather such asVertfy that the On/b'topowitch i_ In the rain, enow, or strong,#_ds, e_.ONposition. • Carefully plan your sawing operaUon

Push chokeknobto the OFFposition, in advance.W_ saw on ground,gripfront hendk) - Clear the work am_LYouneed a ctee_with left hand end place dght tootthrOugh mar handle.

• Pull starter rope handle until enginestarts,

• Starting could require many puls de-pending on I_)w badiy the unit isflooded. If engine sti|l fags to s_t, re-fer to lhe _11NG chart orcall 1-800-235-5878.

area all mound the bee soyou canhave secure footing.

• Studythe nafural conditionstha_ can_mse the tree to falt in a pe_lculardirection.These conditionsinclude:• The winddirec_on andspeed.• The lean of the tree. The leen of a

tme mlg_ net be apparem due touneven or slopingterrain. Use a

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plumbor level to determinethe dl-rectk_ of tree isan.

• Weight and branches on one side.• Surroundingtrees and obatade_

. Lookfor deoay and roL Ifthe bunk isrotted, it can snap and fall towardthe

• _ thore is enough room forthe tree to fall. Maintain a distance of2-1/2 tree lengths _rom the nearestperson or other objects. Engine noisecan d_own out a warr_g call.

• Remove dirt, stones, loose bark,nails, stapl_ and wire from the ueewhere cuts are to be made.

Plan a dear retre_ pa_

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FELLING LARGE TREES(6 Inches in dlarneter or larger)The notch method is used to fell larget_}es. A notch is cut on the side of thetmo in _e dosJroddL.'oc_0n of fall. Aftera felling cut is made on the oppositeside of tree, the tree wiE tend to fall Inthe direction of the notch.

NOTE: ff tree has large buttress roots,remove them before making the notch.NOTCH CUT AND FIELUNG TREE• Make notch cut by cutting the top of

the notch first. Cut through 1/3 of thedtameter of the tree. Next completethe nol_ by cuffing the bo_r_ Seeillustration. Once the notch is cut, re-move the wedge of woed from tree.

F'lnaJcuthereFirst cut

\Notch-.__==

7_Bcond

• Alter removlng the woed, make thefelling cut on the opposite side of thenotch. Thb b done by maldng a c_t

two indles higher than the cen-ter of the notch. This will leaveenough uncut wood between the fell-ing cut and the notch to form a hinge.

Th_ hk_ _, h_p praventthe tres

Hingeholdstree onsaJmpand helpa€ommlfa,

NOTE:Beforefeaingcutis_, -use wedges to open the cut whennecessary to control the direction of fallTo avoid kickback and chain damage,usewoodor plestlcwedges,butneversteel or iron wedges.• Be alert to signs that the tree is reedy

tofa_ =addngsounde,w_en_gofthe felling cut, or movement in fire up-per branches.

• As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put itdown, and get away quiddy on yourplanned retreat path.

• Be extremelycaul_us withpartiallyfallen tress ttmt may be poorly sup-ported. When a tree doesn't fall com-pletety, set the saw aside and pulldown the b-ee with a cable winch,block and taclde, or tractor. Donoruse your saw to cut down a partiaJlyfallen tree.

CU'i'I1NG A FALLEN TREE

_UcCKING)ng is the term used for cutting a

fallen tree to the desired log size,WARNING: Do not stand on the logbeingcut.AnyperUoncanrollcausingloss of footing and control. Do not standdownhill of the log being cut.IMPORTANT POINTS• Cut onlyone logata time.• Cut shattered wood very carefully;

shmp pieces of wood could be flungtoward operator.

• Use a sawhorse tocutsmalllogs..Never allow another person to ho_dthe log while cutting and never holdthe logw#hyourtogorfoot.

• Do not cut in an area where logs,r_, androo_are=rigid. DragbgsInto a dea_ .area before curling them.

BUCKING TECHMQUESWARNING: If saw hocomes pJr_l_lor hung In a log, don't try to force It out.You can lose q=ontrol of the saw resuit-ing in injury and/or damage to the saw.Stop Itm saw, drive a wedge of plestlc

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or woodintothe cut ur_ _=esaw_ beremovedea_. ResWtsawa.d.cpxeUh/reem_ the cuL Do not use a me_wed_ Do not etten_ _orestmtyourssw w_n _ _ l_ncl_ or hung _ a Io_

tJsea wedgetoremovepln_ed ssw

Turn stay OR: a_l u_ a _c orwooden wedge to force cut open.

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1_Cut

Overcuttlng beans on Ule t_p side of BUGKING USING A LOG ORthe Ing w.h the bot_n of gw saw SUPPOITr STAND

_dow_,_ whe,_ _, . Rememberyourr_ cut_ a_'ay__pressure the compres._on side of the ;og _He-

Undemumng involvescuUJngon theundersideof the logwith top of sawagainstt_e log. When undercuttinguselightupwardpressure. Ho_dsaw firmlyand maintaincontrol.The saw wilttendto push becktowardyou.WARNING: Never turnsaw upsidedewn to undercut. The saw cannotbecontrolledin this position.

fer to the glusb'atlonbelow for yourfirst and second cut).

• Your first cut should exterld 1/3 of gled_._tefofthe_g.

• Rn_h w_hyoursecondcut.

l_Cut

Always make your flint cut on thecompression side of the log.

Second oJt

BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT• Ovemutthrough1/3 ofthe d_neter of

me log.• Roll the _0goyer and finishwith ase_

orldoverctlL• Watch for logs witha compresion

side See ib.skation above for cutlk_ . Frequentlyclem _ out of thelogs w_tha compre_sionside. way to avoid ldpping over them.

UMBING AND PRUNING

WARNING: Never climb into a tree tolimb or prune. Do not stand on ladders,platforms, a log, or in any positionwhich can _ause you to lose your bal-ance or control of the saw.IMPoFrrANT POINTS• Watchoutforspdngpo_.

Springpoles are small size limbsw_dchcan M1dptoward you, or pullyou off balance. Use extreme cautionwhen culling small size limbs.

• Be alert for _. Watch out for_ that _te bent or und_ pres-sure. Avoidbeing smJck by _ebranch or b_ saw when the terudon In1he wood fibers is released.

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I _ am 'ldgherthan yourshoul-• IImb a tree only after it is cut down. def. Get a professionalto do the job.- Leevethelargerltmbsundemea_the • Make your f_t cut 1/3oftheway

felled tree to support the 11_eees youwork.

• Start aHhe bese of b_e felled t_e a_work toward the top, cumng bn_chesand limb_ Remove small limbs withone oat

• Keep the tree between you and thechain.

• Remove larger, supporting brancheswRhthe_r_._jscutu_t_mk_s de-scdbed in the bucking section.

• Always use an overcut to cut ernailfreelyhangingUmbs.Undercut-

tingcoutd cause I|_ to fal andpinchthesaw.

PRUNINGWARNING: Limitpruningto limbsshoulder heightor below. Do not cut if

throughthe bottomof the limb,• Next rnakea secondcut oll the way

mmuOh the arab.* Finish the pruning operation by using

an ovomut so that the stump of the#mb _ I to 2 Inches from thetrunk of the tree.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Fill in dates as you cen_oleteregular service

Check for damaged/worn parts

Check forlooee_ene_

Check chain tension

Check chain sharpness

Check guide bar

Clean unit & labels

Clean air filter

c ./ ceet artierscreen & inspect muffler

Replace spark plug

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After Every Every Yearty! Service 1Use 5 hrs. 25 hrs. Dates

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GENERAl. RECOMMENDATIONS run better and last longer.The warranty on this unit does not coy- WARNING: Disconnect the spa_ p_ger items that have been subjected to before performing maintenance exceptoperator abuse or negligence. To re- for carburetor adj_nts.cetve full vaiue from the warranty, IP.eopemt_ must maintain unit as instruct-ed in this manual Various adjustmeetswill need to be made periodically toproperly maintain your unit.• Once a year, replace the spark plug,

air fliter element, and check guide baraed chain for wear. A new spork plugand air _tar element assures proper_r-fu_ m_um end he_ youreng_e

LUBRICATIONBarSprocket 2 Baron "_• , F'_Cap 'il']

2 Use Craftsmanchain sawba_o_

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CHECK FOR DAMAGED ORWORN PARTSReplacementof damaged/wompartsshouldbe referredto yourSearsSer-viceCenter.NOTE:It isnormalfora smallamountof og to appear under the saw after en-glnestops.Donofconfusathlswlthaleaking oil tank.• On/Stop Switch - Ensure On/Stop

switch functions properly by movingthe switch to the "Stop" position.Make sure engine stops; then restartengine andcontinue.

• Fuel Tank - Do not usa saw If fueltank shows signs of damage or leaks,

• Oil Tank - Do not use saw If oR tankshows signs of damage or leaks.

CHECK FOR LOOSEFASTENERS AND PARTS• Bar Clamp Nut• Chain• Muffler

- Cylind. Shield,AirFilter• Clutch Drum/Sprocket• Handle Screws• VibraUon Mounts• Starter Housing• Handguard

CHECK CHAIN TENSION• Use the screwdriver and of the bar

tool to move chain amend guide barto ensure kinks do not exist. Thechain should rotate freely.

Bar Clamp Nuts

• loosen bar damp nuts un_l they areflr r me

• Turn adjusting screw clockwise untilchin berdy touches the boom ofguide bar.

A_ustJng Sorew- 1/4 Turn

• Uft up t|p of guide bar to check forsag. Releasa Ifp of guide bar, thentum adjusting screw 1/4 turn clock-wise. Repeat until sag does not exist.

• While lifting tip of guide bar, tightenbar clamp nuts with the bar tool.3orque to 10-15 ft-lbs.

I I I I

• Use the screwdriver end of the bartool to move chain around guide bar.

• If chain does not rotate, If is too tlgttt.Slightly loosen bar clamp nuts andturn adjusting screw 1/4 _ coBder-dockwise. Ri_ghten bar clamp nuts.

• if chain Is too loose, R wt| sag belowthe guide bar. DO NOT operate thesaw if the chain is loose.

CHECK CHAIN SHARPNESS_A sharp chain makes wood chips. Adull chain makes a sawdust powderand cuts slowly.CHAIN SHARPENINGChain sharpening requires specialtools. You can purchase sharpeningtools at Sears or goto a professidnaJchain sharpener.CHECK GUIDE BARConditions which require guide barmaintenance:• Saw cuts to one side or at an angl_

Saw bas to be furced threugh the cuLInadequatosupptyof ogto ber/cha|n.Check the condition of guide bar eachtime chain is sharpened. A worn guidebar witl dan__.ge the chain and makecutting difficult. To maintain guide• MoveOniS -v tchto"Stop,"• Remove bar and chain from saw.• Clean all sawdust and any other

debris from the 9uide bar groove and

sprocket hole after each use.

_S=_lum From t%

Guide Bar Groove_

bar to ensure all Bnks are in bar groove. ..12

• Addfubdcant to sprockof hok) after _ I_FFLER AND SPARKmc_.se. ARRESTORSCREEN

- Oawlng _tg_Je b_ rills _; a narm_ As ete unlt ts ueed, e_lfoon depos_process of rail wear. Remove these build UP on the muffler and sparkburrs wtU1aflat file. arrestor screen, and mustbe removed

• _p_s__,_f_ J_ev__he_m_tO restore square edges and sides, ing engine performance.

_L_ _L_ Rupla_em spark'fms'_r m:me_If_!_ i breaks occur.

Worn Gmow t_'mol Groove

Replace guide bar when the groove isworn, the guide berlsbent or cracked,

the mils occurs. If replacement is nec-_sar_,us. o.ly_ gu_ barspec,_

your saw in file repair parts list or onthe docal located onlhed_ainsaw.

_UmT &I.ABEt_

a mild detergent.

CLEAN AIR FILTERA dMy _dr/_lur de_'mtse_ tt_ t_andperformance of the engine and in-creasesfuel consumption and h_'n_ui___yau_ak_after 15 tanks of fuel or 5 hours of op-

morn fTequently in dusty conditions. Aus_l ai_tIRer oan nev_ be _cleened. It is advisable to replace youre_rIflter with a new one _fter every 50

ever comes first. To clean filter:

• Loosan3screwson q_nder ceve_ .•-Remove c_nder cover.• Remove air filter.• Clean _ air filter using hot soapy

water. Rinse with dean cool water.-Arr_rry cb_y l_Ore r_'f_J_a_r_.

• Ughtly oll air filter before installing to=reprove the efficiency Ofall filter: Use

• Reinstall air filter.• Reinstall cylinder cover and 3 screws

(Is-_o _.].

Cylinder:Cover

MufflerCover

CLEANING THE SPARKARRESTORa(_aEEI_ICleaning is required every 25 hours ofoperalJbn or annua, y, whichever comesr_.• Loosen and remove the 2 muffler coy-

• Remove file muffler cover (cover_snapsoffmuf_body).

arrestor screen assembly. Notice theorientation of these parts for reassem-

-_lg.• _ the s_ark arrestor scr.een with a

v_ bru_ Replacescreenifbreaksere found.

-_ Replace any-broken o_ _rado_l muf,tier pads.

• RelnSta_dffiuser and spark arrestors='eenasseml_ withround_

• Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screw_(7-8 _t-_bs).

REPLACE SPARK PLUGThe spark plug stmuld be _each year to ensure file engine startseasierandrumbetter.|gr_on _ls

• Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover.

* Pull off the spark plug boot.

discard.13

, _ ,_41hCh_;Inpion RCJTY spad( _.__._ _ Cy_ r_U_ _ _ _ a_4 in¢_. _D_(_wrehch (I0-i_) #-Ibs). 5pane plug gap _ Boot_

should be .025 in. __

• p_ns=,thesparkpbgboot.

Oe_ G_u_

when handling _n. _ cl__ n _ _.

Ing the first 15 minut_ of operaUon. Youshould recheck yow chain tmsion fr_

requfred.SeeChainTensionse_on.• Move On/Stop switchto _e Stop

position.• Replace the old.chalnwhen it be-

wornor damaged.• Use only the Low-Kickbackreplace-

ment ,chin _ .in the rep_J_r

and chain is also specified on a decallocated on the chain saw.

• See your Sears Sen_ice Cent_ to re-place bi_dShar_n ind'_idual-i_utterson _ur _.

• Remove bar clamp nuts.- Removeberdamp.• Remove the old chain.

Drive Links

• Place chain over and behind clutch.• .Fit bottom of drive links between teeth

in sprocket nose.

: Fit chain drive links into bar groove.Pull guide bar forward unt_ chain is.snug.in guide bar groove.

• Now, Inetait bar clamp making surethe adjusting pin is positioned in thelower hole In the guide bar.

Low_Hole

AdJus_nng Guide Ba_

Clamp• Install bar P.J_ nul_ _andfirK_l__,ti_l_-

en-b-nly_Do-_Ot]Jght_n ar_yflJ_ at

Nuts

rT.m _.P_mw:by hand_cQur_terclockwise until adjusting pin just

S{[di_L_ ={:_m¢{n_mh{nd_c_utch.drum

untilguidebar stopsagainstdutchdrum _ocket_

• Carefu_ remove new chain frompackage. Hoid _ with-thedrivelinksas shown.

Bar Clamp Nuts

CHAIN ADJUSTMENT•_i. Tension" in_ntonance

section.

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CLEANFUEL FILTER

running dry of fuel, _lOV_lfU_l C_/_e.,

tainor assembly from tank. Pull filter

_ _d_gent andrinse.DWthor-

Sta_rtmotor, let it mn for 3 minute_;, and

engine does not start, refer to trouble-shooting chart or call 1-800-235-58'_°

C*a,RBIJ_=TORWARNING: The chain will be moving ADJUSTING PROCEDUREdudng most of thiS procedure. Wear Idle :_peed-T

all _ _ns. Dudng the low engine runs without chain movement or_Ure_._,e. _.speed after each turn of the screw. The • Turn clockwise to increase enginechain must not move at idle speed, speed if engine staffs or dies.

• Turn _ou_mdod_wJse Io decrease___,_ca_e s_. ...................................._ i_rly can_enthj dam-agetPm e.gfne as weg as_,_,eoath.we._ _ f_,.'__ me_f:t_r. ;l.f'_I/._l_':{_;Ib_r'._:_ chain does not move at Idle speed andare unsure about performing this proce- ifl_i_fo_ Is-sate.- ........dure, call our customerassistancehelp LowSpeedl_re-Lline at 1-800235-5878. Allow engine to idle. Then accelerateo_._, a:d_ty_Rer, d_ty",ue]-_er._t_a.d:,.o_,_. if-en-or flooding may give the impression of gine hesitates, bogs down, or smokesan improperly adjusted carburetor, during acceleration, l_Jm mixture screw_;_t;___ _ bef_re_- d_ckwisa in 1/_s-_m ir_cramantsing the carburetor, perf()_:mance iS _i_3/: i_at this

• Lossof cumngpower:See"High

_.bdure H"uederedlusUng= - . •

There are three adjustment screws onthe carburetor. They are labeled H, L,

and T. _m.,_,ated:l,_:me area_e _ Prl_merbulb: .

• hec_buretor_ _beancerefu.yset_t p.mccoy..%___r _.opp/.ad:U_e_v Adlustments rnav be neces- j_mem. Aner _!esng 8oFmm_nts,

conditions: -- rnent at idle. Reset if necessary.• Chain moves at Idle. See "Idle Speed" High Speed Mlxture-H

under adjuatinJt procedure_ _ .DO NOT operate engine at full throttleuaw w=l not k_e. See"ldle _)eo- for prolonged pedods while making ad-and "Low Speed Mixture'undor ad- jusUnents. Damage to t_s engine can_sting procedure.. ,- .occer. Make a test cut. Based on per-

• Engine dies or hesitates when _t _ of the saw whge cuffing, ed-should accelerate. See "Acceleration just the high speed mixture seffing in

.Check-" uncler adjusling procedure. 1/.16-turn increments.as follows:• Clockwise um'l saw has 0ood powerin

the cut w_h nO hedCaUon.Do not adjustbysou_ orsps_ but_:Whowwel_the saw pedom_ In the cut.

• CounterclockwLse if the saw has

in the cut.

CARBURETOR PRESETS _ _ _,:.check _or......... acceleration and chain movement at

the plast_ nmlter caps beyond the ................. _"

_the_ne _ orh_a_ i_ of

adjustmentcounterdododseuntilyouhave smooth _ with no chainmovement at idle. Recheck =KI adjust asnecessW_ accep_ _

If carburetor presets are not needed,

• Turn both mixture screws countor-cinckwf_eu_l theystop,

• Turn the idle sl_,=_l sqrew €lodoNtseuntil it stops. Now turn counterclock-wise 4-1/2 full turns.

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_da_ or m_e. IIz_r to 1_ g_ine in I_ fijei te_k orWARNING: fue_sterage-e_,_r;-Felk_.themix•_AIl_Jbe_er_l_.t_caol,Jmd secure instmclionsfoundon stabilizercontain-

the unit before stodngor transporting, era. Run engine mleagt 5 mlnu_ after6_are_hai_aw and fiJeHna_ve, .aJ;k_a_er.ventilatedarea where fuel vaporsc_mot rea_ spa_ or open ltamesfrom water heater_, ele(_¢ motQr_orsw#ohes,fuma(_e, eto.

• Store chain sawwith all guards inplace and potion ¢h_n sawso thatanysham objectcam_ accid_cause Injury. .......

• Store chain saw we, out of the reach-of children.

EXTERNAL SURFACESff _ chain sawJs'tobe _ed fora

e storage. ,,_Torem a Cleandry area.

guidebar.

per or doth.

FUEL SYSTEM

Section of thismanual, see messagelabeled iMPORTANTrqgaxcE_ttte useof gasohol inyour chain saw.Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable aRema-

CRAFTSMAN 40:1, 2-cycle engine oIt-(_reoe_ _ e_r_y Uend_mfuel stabilizer. If youdo not use thisSears oil,_u can_a:k_a _a_ stabtlt_to your _ tank.ENGINE• Remove sp_ plug and pour I tea-

spoonof 4o:_. 2-cyde e_glne o, (alrcooJe_U_Oh mem_k _uOo_-ing. 8lowly puathe starter rope8 to10 _ 10_ OIL

• Replace spark plugwith new one ofrecommendedtype and heat range.

• Clean air f_l_r.• Check enlJmunitfor loose screws,

nuts_ and,bolt_ _ anydam-_ _, _en,.or_ p_. ......

use onlyfl'eshfuelhavingthepropergasolr.e to oil ratio.

• Do not store gasolinefrom one sea.s_nto a,ne_.

-Replace your gasol'inecan if_ startsto rust.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

CAUSE REMEDYTROUBLE

_dyaf_

_'_ng.

• _neon swechoff.°.E_leeded.

-EnginewOlnot

Engine will nota_e,lacks power,or dies under

_Joad.

_EngZnesmokesexcessively.

Engine runshot.

Oirinad_luatefor bar endChain

• Fuel tank empty.

• Fuel not reachingcarburetor.

• Carburetor requiresad_-tme_.

• None of the above.• -Idle speed set toohigh_oJ_v.

• Low Speed Mixture

• Crankshaft seals worn.•_x_pre_nlow.• None of the above.

• Airfilterdirty.•'Spa_plug'roul_.

• Carburetor requires

• Exhaust ports or muf--nerouUet_ugged.

• Compression low.•-None -ofU';e _/e.

• Fuel mixture Incorrect.

• Air filter dirty.• High Speed Mixture=reqaims-adjum._• Crankcase leak.

• Fuel mixture incorrect.....Spark_pk_r_,_=xre_• High Speed Mixture

-sbTfO0Te_ah.• Exhaust ports or tour-

tier outlets plugged.

muffler outlet screen.

fins dirby.• None Of the above,

* Oitlank empty.• Oil pump or oil filter

clogged.• -Guldeobar,o,4-,de

b_ocked.

• Move Ignitk)n switch to ON.•.See ,Slaning_lrueti0ns."• Fdl tank with correct fuel mixture.

• (_neck for dirty fuel filtar;,mp!ace_Check forkinkedorsplit"fueline;

I repair_orreplace. .-• See "Carburetor Adjustments."

• Contact Sears Service.

• See=CarburetorAdjustments:_

• See "CarburetorAdjustments."

• Contact Sears Service

• Contact Sears Service

• Clean or replace air filter.-,'Clean 0rrel_ace plug

=andmgep,• See =Carburetor Adjustments."

- Contact Sears Service.

• Contact Sears Service.• Contact Sears Se_'ce.

• Empty fuel tank and refill with-o_rr-e_-rfu-el'r_0_ _e.

• Clean or replace air filter.• See "Carburetor Adjustments."

• Contact Sears Sen/ice.

• See "Fueling Your Unit."

• See "Carburetor Adjustments."

• Contact Sears Service

-,.Glean =spark _rrestor .s,_ree_.

=•Ctsan "am_.

•Contact Sears Service.

- PIll 01;lank.-- Contact Sears SePAce.

•. Remov_ bar.and r,leen.

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TROUBLE SHOOTINGCHART - Continued

TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Chain moves • Idle speed requires • See "Carburetor Adjustments."

Clu_h requires repair.

Chain doesI n0t mov_

Is accelerated.

ercutsroughly

Chain stopswithin:the cot.

Chain cuts atan angle.

• Chain tension too.ght.

• _r _Klzdresadjustment.

* e_e bar'milspinched,

• C_t_hs_ppthg.,_c1_alfft_sl0nlncorr_t.• Cutters damagad.• Chain worn.• Cuttersdua,_impropsdy

sharpened, or depth

- Chain cutter tops not_ilad-ltat.

• Guide bar burred orbent;,rails uneven.

-P_,k_h _Jipplng

. £.u_s damagednoone side.

° :Chain du_ orr oneside.• Guide bar bent or worn.

• Cnotact Sears Sendce.

• See "Chain Tension."

• See,_Adjustme_

_-Rep_rormplaee.

• Contact Seam Service.• Reshatpen or replace Chain.• See "Sharpening_n."

* Contact Sears Service.. lnstafl _nln r_ht-_re_l_n.

• See "Sharpening Chain."

• Repair or replace guide bar.

, Co,act SnomSenA_.

• See"s_rpno_ Q_"

° See_ Chin."• Replace gtJide bar.

If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care arid good

ASSISTANCE HELPtJNE at 1-80@235-5878.

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OB- listed below provided there has beenUGA'nONS: The U. S. EnvironmentalProtection Agency/California Air Re-sources Board and SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., USA are pleased to explainthe emissions control system warrantyon your lawn and garden equipmentengine. All new uUllty and lawn and gar-den equipment engines must be de-signed, built, and equipped to meet thestringent anti-s_nog standards. SEARSmust wawant the emission control sys-tem on your lawn and garden equipment engine for the periods of time

no abuse, neglect, or Improper maint6-nance of your lawn and garden equipment engine. Your emission conbolsystem includes parts such as the car-buretor and the ignition system. Wherea wanantable condition exits, SEARSwill repair you,- lawn and garden equipmerit engine at no cost to you. Ex-peusas covered under wan'anty includediagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFAC-TURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: Ifany emissions related part on your en-gine (as listed under Emissions Control18

Wan_.W Parts Ust) Is _ or a RIOD: Anyw=canted part which Is notdefectin lhe materialsor workmanship scheduledfor replacementas requiredof_'le engine causesthe failure of such rnaintenance,orwhich is scheduledan emls61onrelinedpart, the partwill be only for regular Inspectionto the effectrepalred or mplaced by SEARS. OWN- of =repair or replace as necessar_ shallER'S WAI_RANTY _BIM- be warrarded for 2 yearn. Any war-TIES: As the lawn and garden equip- ranted part which Is scheduled for re-ment engine owner, you areresponsible for the performance of _e_ownUlredmaintenance listed in your

er's Manual. SEARS recommendsthat you reta_ all receipts covedngmaintenance on your la_ and gardenequipment engine, but SEARS cannotdew warrantysolelyforthe lackof re-ceipts0rfor your failure to ensure theperformanceofallscheduledmaJme-r_mce. As the lavm and garden equipment erie owner, you should beaware that SEARS may deny you war-"ranty coverage if your lawn and gardenequipment engine or a part of it hasfaled due,_ abuse, neglect, ,in_mpermaintenance, unapprov_lmodiflca-tlons, or the use of parts not made orapproved by the original equipmentmanufacturer. You are responsible forpresenting your lawn and garden equipmerit engine to a SEARS authorizedrepair center as soon as a problem ex-Ists. Warranty repairs should be com-pleted in a reasonable amount of time,not to exceed 30 days. If you have anyquestions regarding your warrantyrights and responsibilities, you shouldcontact your neareet authorized servicecenter or call SEARS at1-800-473-7247 W/I_RRANTY COM-

placeme_ as required maintenanceshall be warranted for the period of timeup to the first scheduled replacementpoint for that part. DIAGNOSIS: The ..owner shall not be charged for dlagnos-tic labor which leads to the determina-tion that a wananted part is defective ifthe dlagnost_ work is performed atanapproved SEARS servicing center.CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES:SEARS may be liable for damages toother engine components caused bythe failure of a wan'anted part still underwarranty. WHAT IS NOT COVERED:. Allfailures caused by abuse, neglect, orimproper maireenanceam notcovered.AIDI_GN _:! MODIFIED PAJFII"S:Theuse of add-on or modified parts can begrounds for disallowing a warranty claim,SEARS is not liable to cover failures ofwarrantedpartscausedbytheu6eofadd-on or modified parts. HOW TOFILE A CLAIM: If you have any ques-tions regarding your warranty dghts andresponsibilities, you should contactyour nearest authorized service centeror call SEARS at 1-800-473-7247.WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SER-VICE: Wana_ services or repairs shallbe provided at all SEARS service cen-ters. call: 1-800-473-7247. MAINTE-

MENCEIMENT DATE: The warranty pe- NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIRdod begins on the date the lawn and OF EIIISSlON RELATED PARTS: Any

SEARS approved replacement partused In the perlormance of any warran-ty maintenance or repair on emissionrelated paris will be provided withoutCharge to the owner if the part is underwarranty. EMISSION CONTROL WAR-RANI_ PARTS U_. Carburetor, Igrfi-tlon System: Spark Plug (covered up tomaintenance schedule), IgnitionMod-ule. MAINTENANCE STATEMENT:.The owner is responsible for the perfor-mance of all requked maintenance as.defmed_in.the,owlmslr'$_mamraL

garden equipment engine is purchased.LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This war-rarity shall be for a pedod of two yearsfrom the initial date of purchase. WHATIS COVERED:. REPAIR OR REPLACE,.MENT OF PARTS. Repair or replace-ment of any warranted pad will be per-formed at no charge to the owner at anapproved SEARS servicing center, ffyou have any questions regarding yourwarranty rights and responsibilities, youshould contact your nearest authorized:see_"e :center :or_callSEARS at1-800-473-7247. WARRANTY PE-

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