Craftsman 358.351080 - Manual (Page 17)

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Fill in dates as you complete regular service Before
Use
After
Use
Every
5 Hts.
Every
25Hrs.
Yearly Service Dates
Check for damaged or worn parts ✓
Check for loose fasteners and parts ✓
Check chain tension ✓
Check chain sharpness
Check guide bar condition
Check guide bar tube ✓
Clean unit & labels V'
Clean air filter ✓
Clean^nspect spark arrestor screen & inspect muffler ✓
Replace spark plug ✓
Replace fuel filter ✓
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit
as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
AH adjustments in the “Service and Adjustments” section of
this manual should be checked at least once each season.
• Once a year, replace the spark plug, replace air filter ele­
ment and check guide bar and chain for wear. A new
spark plug and a clean/new air filter element assures
proper air-fuel mixture and helps your engine run better
and last longer.
• Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.
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WARNING:
DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG BEFORE
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE EXCEPT FOR
CARBURETOR ADJUS™ENTS.
INSPECTTHE ENTIRE UNIT. REPLACE DAM­
AGED PARTS. CHECK FOR FUEL LEAKS
AND MAKE SURE ALL FASTENERS ARE IN
PLACE AND SECURELY FASTENED.
LUBRICATION CHART
® Craftsman bar sprocket lube
BEFORE USE
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS
The following damaged/worn parts should be referred to
your Sears Service Center.
NOTE: it is normal for a small amount of oil to
urider the saw after engine stops. Do not confuse this with
3 Oil tdnl(
• On/Stop Switch - ensure on/stop switch functions prc^-
erly by moving the switch to the “Stop” position and
assure that engine stops, then restart your engine and
continue.
• Fuel Tank - discontinue use of chain saw if fuel tank
show signs of damage or leaks.
• Oil Tank “ discontinue use of chain saw If oil tank shows
signs of damage or leaks.
• Chain Catcher - replace chain catcher if benL cut, or
damaged in any way.
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Bar Clamp Nut
• Chain
• Muffler
.
• Cylinder Shield
• Air Filter
• Clutch Drum/Sprocket
• Handle Screws
• Vibration Mounts
• Starter Housing
• Handguard
CHAIN TENSION (Fig. 19 & 20}
• Use the screwdriver end of the bar tool to move chain
around the guide bar.
• If chain does not rotate, it is too tight - slightly loosen bar
clamp nuts and turn adjusting screw 1/4 turn counter­
clockwise. Retighten bar clamp nuts.
■ If chain is too loose, it will sag below the guide bar.
Rgure 19.