Craftsman 358.350460 User Manual

Instruction Manual
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2.2 cu.in./36cc 2-Cycle
GASOLINE CHAIN SAW
Model No.
358.350460 - 16 in. Bar
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Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Parts List
For Occasional Use Only ®
WARNING:
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; Sun, 10 am-7 pm
1-800-235-5878 (Hours listed are Central Time)
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
530088710 4/17/01

Craftsman 358.350460 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	358.350460
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English

Summary

Warranty Statement

Full One Year Warranty

Details the one-year warranty coverage for defects in material or workmanship.

Safety Rules

Plan Ahead

Outlines essential preparations and precautions for safe chain saw operation.

Operate Your Saw Safely

Provides guidelines for safe operation of the chain saw.

Handle Fuel with Caution

Offers critical safety advice for handling and storing gasoline and fuel mixtures.

Guard Against Kickback

Explains kickback and safety rules to prevent it.

Reduce the Chance of Kickback

Provides strategies and tips to minimize the risk of kickback.

Maintain Control

Offers advice on maintaining proper grip and posture for saw control.

Kickback Safety Features

Describes the built-in safety features designed to reduce kickback hazards.

Chain Brake

Explains the function and operation of the chain brake safety device.

Safety Notice and Standards

Warns about vibration exposure and details spark arrestor requirements and product standards.

Assembly

Carton Contents

Lists the items included in the product packaging for user verification.

Operation

Know Your Saw

Familiarizes users with the various controls and adjustments of the chain saw.

Before Starting Engine

Provides crucial pre-start checks and safety instructions before operating the saw.

Starting Procedures

Guides users through starting a cold or warm engine, including troubleshooting difficult starts.

Operating Tips

Provides practical advice for efficient and safe chain saw usage.

Tree Felling Techniques

Emphasizes careful planning and preparation for felling trees safely.

Cutting a Fallen Tree (Bucking)

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

Limbing and Pruning

Provides techniques for safely removing branches from felled trees.

Maintenance

Customer Responsibilities

Outlines the user's role in performing regular maintenance tasks.

Chain Maintenance

Covers checking chain sharpness, guide bar condition, and tension.

Engine and Filter Maintenance

Details cleaning the air filter, inspecting the muffler, and replacing the spark plug.

Service and Adjustments

Chain Replacement

Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the chain on the saw.

Carburetor Adjustment

Details the step-by-step process for adjusting the carburetor settings for optimal performance.

Storage

Seasonal Storage

Provides instructions for preparing the saw for long-term storage.

Troubleshooting Table

Engine Starting and Running Issues

Lists causes and remedies for engine starting, idle, acceleration, and smoking problems.

Emission Control Warranty Statement

Your Warranty Rights and Obligations

Explains U.S. EPA emissions control system warranty for engines.

Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage

Warranty Period and Diagnosis

Details the warranty period, diagnosis, and consequential damages.