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Page 1: ...RNING Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product For answers to your questions about this product Call 7 am 7 pm Mon Sat 10 am 7 pm Sun 1 800 235 5878 Hours listed are Central Time Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A 530087623 07 13 99 ...

Page 2: ...ary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Inc Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A WARNING When using an electric chain saw basic safety precautions including the following should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons Read all instructions WARNING Always disconnect power source when making repairs Because a chain saw is a high speed woodcutting tool carele...

Page 3: ... When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back so you will not be struck when the ten sion in the wood fibers is released MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER Have all chain saw service per formed by a Sears Service Center except the items listed in the mainte nance section of this manual Make certain saw chain stops mov ing when trigger switch is released Keep the handles ...

Page 4: ...d toprevent disconnection from unit Donot use theunit ifthe switch does not turn the unit onand offproperly orifthelockout does not work Re pairs tothe switch must bemade by aSears Service Center Keep extension cord clear ofopera torand obstacles atalltimes Posi tion cord sothat itwill not becaught onbranches Donot expose cords to heat oil water orsharp edges To avoid thepossibility ofelectric sho...

Page 5: ...ght Use devices such as low kickback chain and special guide bars that reduce the risks associated with kickback Only use replacement bars and chains specified by the manufacturer or the equivalent Avoid Pinch Kickback Be extremely aware of situations or obstructions that can cause material to pinch the top of or otherwise stop the chain Do not cut more than one log at a time Do not twist the saw ...

Page 6: ... in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people If symptoms occur such as numbness pain loss of strength change in skin color or texture or loss of feeling in the fingers hands or joints discontinue the use of this tool and seek medical attention An anti vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems Users who operate power tools on a contin...

Page 7: ...proved extension cord CHAIN TENSION It is normal for a new chain to stretch during first 30 minutes of operation You should check your chain tension frequently Readjust chain after every 15 minutes of operation See Chain Tension under the Service and Adjust ments section OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Use only a voltage supply as specified on your unit Extension cords are avail able for this unit Secure e...

Page 8: ...buildings orelectrical wires if you donot know the direction oftree fall nor cutatnight since you will not beable tosee well nor during bad weather such asrain snow orstrong winds etc Ifthe tree does make con tact with any utility line the utility com pany should benotified immediately Carefully plan your sawing operation in advance Clear the work area You need aclear area allaround the tree soyou...

Page 9: ...dges but never steel or iron wedges Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall cracking sounds widen ing of the felling cut or movement in the upper branches As tree starts to fall stop saw put it down and get away quickly on your planned retreat path Be extremely cautious with partially fallen trees that may be poorly sup ported When a tree doesn t fall com pletely set saw aside and pull do...

Page 10: ...cut open Overcutting begins on the top side of the log with the bottom of the saw against the log When overcutting use light downward pressure Overcutting Undercutting Undercutting involves cutting on the underside of the log with top of saw against the log When undercutting use light upward pressure Hold saw firmly and maintain control The saw will tend to push back toward you WARNING Never turn ...

Page 11: ...gure above Branches under tension should be cut from the bottom up to avoid binding the chain saw Limb a tree only after it is cut down Leave the larger limbs underneath the felled tree to support the tree as you work Start at the base of the felled tree and work toward the top cutting branches and limbs Remove small limbs with one cut Keep the tree between you and the chain Remove larger supporti...

Page 12: ... tension is correct when chain does not sag below the bar but still can moved around the bar LUBRICATION Bar Sprocket 2 Bar Oil ill Cap 1 Use sprocket lubrication 2 Use Craftsman chain saw bar oil CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Replacement of damaged worn parts should be referred to a Sears Service Center NOTE It is normal for a small amount of oil to appear under the saw after motor stops Do not...

Page 13: ... ___ File Edges and sides Square Worn Groove Correct Groove Replace the guide bar when the groove is worn the guide bar is bent or cracked or when excess heating or bur ring of the rails occurs If replacement is necessary contact your Sears Service Center CLEAN UNIT LABELS Clean the unit and labels using a damp cloth with a mild detergent Wipe off the unit and labels with a clean dry cloth CHAIN R...

Page 14: ...6 Lo Kick _Guide Bar 16 Bar Chain Lubricant 1 qt Bar Chain Lubricant 1 gal PART NO 530015917 530053072 530029850 530016269 71 36524 71 36565 71 36557 71 3629 71 36365 71 36556 71 36554 Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more WARNING Allow motor to cool then secure the unit before storing or transporting Store chain saw and extension cord...

Page 15: ...d Cutters damaged on one side Chain dull on one side Guide bar bent or worn If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judge ment If you need assistance contact Sears Service or the CUSTOMER ASSIS TANCE HELPUNE at 1 800 235 5878 Front Handle Saw Chain Switch Lockout 1 Hand Guard Rear Handle Guide Bar Switch Trigg Power Cord Oil Ca Guide Bar Nose Sprocket Guide Bar M...

Page 16: ...ws Normal Cutting Position Those posi tions assumed in performing the bucking and felling cuts Notching Undercut A notch cut in a tree that directs the tree s fall Oiler Control A system for oiling the guide bar and saw chain Rear Handle The support handle lo cated at or toward the rear of the saw Reduced Kickback Guide Bar A guide bar which has been demonstrated to reduce kickback significantly R...

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