Craftsman 358.34021 User Manual

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• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
MODEL NO.
358.34021 - 2.0/12"
358.34031 - 2.0/14"RS.
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Model No. Serial No.
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Craftsman 358.34021 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	358.34021
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English

Summary

SPECIAL SAFETY SECTION

GUARD AGAINST KICKBACK

Explains kickback hazards and how to prevent them.

REDUCE THE CHANCE OF KICKBACK

Provides 10 tips to minimize kickback risks during operation.

MAINTAIN CONTROL

Details proper grip, stance, and body positioning for safe saw operation.

AVOID REACTIVE FORCES

Explains pinch-kickback and pull-in forces and how to avoid them.

OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY

Outlines safe operating practices, including tool condition and avoiding hazards.

MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD WORKING ORDER

KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW

KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES

Details reduced-kickback guide bar and low-kickback chain features.

PREPARING YOUR SAW FOR USE

POWER SOURCE AND EXTENSION CORD

CHAIN TENSION

Explains the importance of correct chain tension and how to check it.

USING YOUR SAW

CONTROL DEVICES

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Lists essential safety checks and inspections before operating the saw.

STARTING AND STOPPING THE SAW

Provides step-by-step instructions for safely starting and stopping the saw.

USING THE POWER SHARP® SYSTEM (MODEL 358.34031)

AUTOMATIC SHARPENING

TYPES OF CUTTING

BASIC CUTTING TECHNIQUE

Covers fundamental cutting principles, safety, and procedure.

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

FELLING LARGE TREES - 6" DIAMETER OR MORE

BUCKING

Explains the process of cutting fallen trees into desired log sizes.

DEBRANCHING AND PRUNING

DEBRANCHING

PRUNING

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE SAW

GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN

CHAIN MAINTENANCE

Procedures for cleaning, sharpening, and maintaining the saw chain.

CORRECT DEPTH GAUGES

Guidance on adjusting depth gauges for optimal cutting and safety.

CHAIN REPLACEMENT

GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE

SPROCKET

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

OIL INADEQUATE FOR BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION

CHAIN DOES NOT MOVE WHEN TRIGGER SWITCH IS ENGAGED

CHAIN CLATTERS OR CUTS ROUGHLY

CHAIN STOPS WITHIN THE CUT

CHAIN CUTS AT AN ANGLE

QUICK REFERENCE PAGE

SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS

PREPARATION

BAR AND CHAIN OIL

Brief reminder on oiling the bar and chain.

OPERATING THE SAW

Concise steps for starting, operating, and stopping the saw.

MAINTENANCE