Craftsman 172.452470 User Manual

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Operator's Manual
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14 Amp/3.5 Peak HP Motor
lectri Chain
Model No.
172.452470 16=in. Bar
CAUTION: Read, understand and follow all
Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in this
Manual before using this product.
Sears Brands Management Corporation,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.craftsman.com
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Craftsman 172.452470 Specifications

General

Engine Displacement	42 cc
Oil Tank Capacity	8.5 oz
Bar Length	18 inches
Engine Type	2-cycle
Chain Gauge	0.050 inches

Summary

Safety Instructions and Precautions

General Safety Rules and Personal Protection

Covers work area, electrical safety, personal safety, and protective equipment for safe operation.

Safety Symbols and Hazard Meanings

Explains the meaning of hazard symbols (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION) and tool-specific symbols.

Electrical Safety and Extension Cords

Safe Electrical Connections and GFCI Usage

Guidelines for using polarized plugs, GFCI protection, and safe electrical connections.

Extension Cord Requirements and Usage

Details recommended wire gauge (AWG) for extension cords and safe usage practices.

Specific Chain Saw Safety Rules

Specific Operation and Handling Rules

Covers rules for operating the chain saw, including grip, posture, and avoiding specific hazards.

Additional Safety Rules for Operation

Provides further safety advice on protective gear, work area, and general operation.

Avoiding Kickback and Pull-In Hazards

Understanding Kickback Mechanisms

Explains rotational and pinch kickback, and how wood pinching causes these reactions.

Preventing Kickback and Pull-In Hazards

Provides practical steps and techniques to avoid kickback and pull-in hazards.

Kickback Safety Features and Chain Brake

Chain Saw Kickback Safety Features

Details hand guards, handle positioning, reduced-kickback guide bars, and low-kickback chains.

Chain Brake System Operation

Explains manual and automatic chain brake systems and their importance in kickback events.

Chain Saw Description and Components

Chain Saw Features and Technical Data

Details the product's power, bar length, lubrication, and includes a list of components.

Assembly and Adjustments

Chain and Chain Bar Assembly/Replacement

Step-by-step instructions for attaching, replacing, and tensioning the chain and guide bar.

Lubrication System Operation

Instructions for filling and maintaining the automatic chain saw lubrication system.

Chain Saw Operation Guide

Connecting Extension Cords and Switching On/Off

Guidance on attaching extension cords and the procedures for switching the saw on and off.

Chain Brake System Operation

Details the manual and automatic chain brake systems and their functional checks.

Cutting Techniques and Best Practices

General Cutting and Kickback Avoidance

Covers basic cutting, maintaining control, and techniques to avoid kickback hazards.

Felling, Limbing, and Bucking Procedures

Instructions for felling trees, limbing, and bucking logs, including safety precautions.

Chain Saw Maintenance and Storage

General Maintenance and Cleaning

Covers routine maintenance, cleaning, and storage procedures for the chain saw.

Bar Maintenance and Replacement

Guidance on cleaning, maintaining, and replacing the guide bar for optimal performance.

Troubleshooting and Specifications

Troubleshooting Common Chain Saw Issues

Identifies common problems, their causes, and suggested solutions for the chain saw.

Technical Specifications Summary

Provides detailed technical data for the electric chain saw model.

Chain Saw Parts List

Detailed Component Breakdown

Lists all parts with their corresponding part numbers and quantities for easy reference.