Craftsman 358.353660 - User Manual

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• Assembly
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VlODEL NO.
58.353660-2.3/14"
358.353670-2.3/16"
358.353690-2.3/16"PS
WARNING:
Carefully read and follow
Safety Rules, Precautions
and Operating Instruc-
tions. Failure to do so can
result in serious personal
injury.
CRRFTSMRH
2.3/14" Z3/16" 2.3/16"PS.
GASOLINE CHAINSAWS
THIS CHA! N SAW IS FOR OCCASIONAL USE ONLY.
Record in the space provided below the Model No. and Serial No. o{
your saw. These numbers are located on the starting instructions
decal.
Model No. Serial No.
Retain these numbers for future reference.
S(_L, s, Ro(_buck _nd C.o., Chic_o_), Ill. 60.684 U.S.A.
64765-3-06183- t -06283
PRINTED IN U. S. A.

Summary

SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS

General Safe Operation & Handling

Covers understanding the saw, planning, fuel, operation, and maintenance.

Guard Against Kickback

Techniques and precautions to prevent dangerous kickback.

KNOW YOUR CHAIN SAW

PREPARING YOUR SAW FOR USE

Attaching the Handguard

Step-by-step guide for installing the safety handguard.

Attaching the Bar and Chain

Instructions for mounting the guide bar and chain onto the saw.

CHAIN TENSION

Chain Tension Adjustment

Importance of correct chain tension and how to adjust it.

ENGINE FUEL MIXTURE

Fuel Mixture Recommendations and Safety

How to Mix Fuel

BAR AND CHAIN OIL

Oil Type and Filling Procedures

USING YOUR SAW

Pre-Operation Checks

Starting Instructions

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine, cold or warm.

CONTROLLING KICKBACK

Kickback Causes and Reduction

Understanding factors and methods to minimize kickback.

Maintaining Control During Operation

Techniques for maintaining control of the saw.

POWER SHARP SYSTEM OPERATION

Automatic Sharpening

Procedure for using the built-in chain sharpening system.

Hand Filing

TYPES OF CUTTING

Basic Cutting Technique

Cutting Procedure

TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES

Felling Planning and Small Trees

Felling Large Trees

Method for felling larger trees using a notch and hinge.

BUCKING LOGS

DEBRANCHING AND PRUNING

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Chain Maintenance

Procedures for sharpening and maintaining the saw chain.

Guide Bar Maintenance

ENGINE SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE

Exhaust System Service

Spark Plug Service

Starter Rope Repair

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

Preparation for Carburetor Adjustment

Idle Speed and Mixture Adjustments

Steps for adjusting idle speed and fuel mixture.

AIR FILTER AND STORAGE

Air Filter Cleaning and Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the air filter.

Saw Storage Procedures

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Common problems, causes, and remedies for chain saw operation.

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Safety, Preparation, Fuel, and Starting Summary

Operation and Maintenance Summary

Craftsman 358.353660 Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-cycle
Weight	13.2 lbs
Bar Length	16 in
Oil Capacity	6.8 oz
Type	Gas Chainsaw
Fuel Tank Capacity	10.1 oz
Chain Gauge	0.050 inch
Chain Pitch	3/8 inch