Craftsman S180 User Manual

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769-20650 / 00 02/19

2-CYCLE GAS CHAINSAW

MOTOSIERRA DE GAS DE 2 TIEMPOS

OPERATOR’S MANUAL | MANUAL DEL OPERADOR

S145 | S160 | S180

CMXGSAMNN4214 | CMXGSAMNN4216 | CMXGSAMCX4218

1-888-331-4569 WWW.CRAFTSMAN.COM

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SI TIENE DUDAS O COMENTARIOS, CONTÁCTENOS.

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS | TRADUCCIÓN DE LAS INSTRUCCIONES ORIGINALES

Questions and Answers:

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Caleb BanksAug 12, 2025
Why won't my Craftsman S180 Chainsaw engine start?
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  Karen RomeroAug 13, 2025
  Several factors can prevent your Craftsman Chainsaw engine from starting. It could be due to an empty fuel tank, which requires filling with properly-mixed fuel. If the primer bulb hasn't been pressed enough, press it 10 times or until fuel is visible. A flooded engine can also be the culprit; in this case, move the choke knob to Position 2, press the throttle lockout, squeeze the throttle control, and pull the starter rope. Old or improperly mixed fuel (over 30 days) necessitates draining the tank and adding fresh fuel. Finally, the spark plug might not be working properly, so refer to the section on maintaining the spark plug.
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nolanjuanAug 16, 2025
What to do if my Craftsman S180 guide bar and saw chain are running hot and smoking?
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  kristinwhiteAug 16, 2025
  If the guide bar and saw chain of your Craftsman Chainsaw are running hot and smoking, several issues could be responsible. First, the saw chain tension might be too tight; in this case, adjust the saw chain tension. Also, the chain oil reservoir may be empty, so refill it. Another potential cause is dirty guide bar grooves and oil passages, which require cleaning. Lastly, the automatic oiler flow might be too low, so increase the oil flow.
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Shawn GlassAug 20, 2025
Why does my Craftsman S180 engine lack power or stall?
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  smithrobertoAug 20, 2025
  If your Craftsman Chainsaw engine lacks power or stalls, the issue might be old or improperly mixed fuel (over 30 days). In this case, drain the fuel tank and add fresh, properly-mixed fuel. A dirty air filter can also cause these problems, so clean or replace the air filter. The spark plug might not be working properly, so refer to the section on maintaining the spark plug.
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Elizabeth MartinezAug 25, 2025
What to do if the saw chain on my Craftsman S180 comes off the guide bar?
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  Sean ManningAug 25, 2025
  If the saw chain keeps coming off the guide bar on your Craftsman Chainsaw, it could be that the saw chain tension is too loose, so adjust it. Also, the guide bar and saw chain may be assembled incorrectly, so refer to the section on removing and installing the guide bar and saw chain.
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Cynthia WhitakerAug 27, 2025
Why won't my Craftsman S180 engine idle?
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  Kristina TaylorAug 28, 2025
  If your Craftsman Chainsaw engine won't idle, it could be due to a dirty air filter, so clean or replace it. Another cause might be old or improperly mixed fuel (over 30 days); in that case, drain the fuel tank and add fresh, properly-mixed fuel. Finally, the idle speed could be incorrect, so adjust the idle speed.
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Rodney LopezAug 31, 2025
What to do if the saw chain rotates but doesn't cut on my Craftsman Chainsaw?
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  zachary82Aug 31, 2025
  If the saw chain on your Craftsman Chainsaw rotates but doesn't cut, the saw chain is likely dull, so sharpen or replace it. Also, the saw chain might be on backwards, so check and correct the saw chain direction.
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Michael RobertsSep 4, 2025
What to do if my Craftsman Chainsaw engine will not accelerate?
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  Catherine GriffinSep 4, 2025
  If your Craftsman Chainsaw engine will not accelerate, consider these possible causes: old or improperly mixed fuel (over 30 days), which means you should drain the fuel tank and add fresh, properly-mixed fuel. Also, a dirty air filter can prevent acceleration, so clean or replace the air filter.
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Nicholas ThompsonSep 7, 2025
What to do if the saw chain does not rotate on my Craftsman S180?
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  paulprattSep 7, 2025
  If the saw chain on your Craftsman Chainsaw does not rotate, several factors could be responsible. The saw chain tension might be too tight, so adjust it. The guide bar and saw chain may be assembled incorrectly, so refer to the section on removing and installing the guide bar and saw chain. The guide bar and saw chain could be damaged, so inspect them and replace if necessary. The chain brake might be engaged, so disengage it.

Craftsman S180 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	S180
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English

Summary

SAFETY FIRST

OPERATING AND FUEL SAFETY

KICKBACK HAZARDS AND PREVENTION

Details kickback hazards and essential safety precautions to avoid injury.

ASSEMBLY AND INITIAL SETUP

BAR, CHAIN, AND BRAKE ASSEMBLY

FUEL AND OIL MANAGEMENT

FUEL MIXING AND FILLING PROCEDURES

Guidance on proper fuel/oil mixing and safe fueling practices.

STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURES

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

Step-by-step guide for safely starting the chainsaw engine.

OPERATING YOUR CHAINSAW

STOPPING AND BEST RESULT TIPS

WORK AREA PREPARATION AND HANDLING

WORK AREA SAFETY AND UNIT GRIP

FELLING TREES SAFELY

FELLING SAFETY AND CUTTING PROCEDURES

Safety precautions and steps for felling trees, including root removal and cuts.

BUCKING LOGS SAFELY

BUCKING SAFETY AND CUTTING LOGS

Safety advice and procedures for cutting logs, covering different support methods and stress.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND TASKS

MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCHEDULE

Outlines maintenance tasks, frequencies, and customer responsibilities.

BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION

ADDING OIL AND ADJUSTING FLOW RATE

CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT

ADJUSTING AND CHECKING CHAIN TENSION

Procedures for properly adjusting and checking saw chain tension for optimal performance.

GUIDE BAR AND CHAIN MANAGEMENT

INSTALLING/REMOVING BAR & CHAIN AND CHAIN CARE

SAW CHAIN SHARPENING

FILING AND DEPTH GAUGE ADJUSTMENT

Detailed guide on sharpening cutters and adjusting depth gauges for effective cutting.

GUIDE BAR MAINTENANCE

GUIDE BAR CARE AND SPROCKET LUBRICATION

ENGINE COMPONENT MAINTENANCE

IDLE SPEED AND SPARK PLUG SERVICE

CLEANING AND STORAGE GUIDE

UNIT CLEANING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE

TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON ISSUES

ENGINE AND CHAIN PROBLEM SOLUTIONS

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