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_WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
Filt in dates as you complete Before After Ever Every Service
regular service Use Use 5 hrs 25 hrs. Yeady Dates
Check for damaged/worn parts .,I
Check for loose fasteners/parts
Check chain tension i_"
Check chain sharpness _'
Check guide bar _'
Check fuel mixture leveI _'
Check guide bar and chain oit _'_
Inspect and ctean unit &decaIs _"
Check chain brake /I
CIean guide bar groove
Clean air filter /-"
C_ean/inspect muffler and spark
arresting screen _'_
Replace spark plug and fueI filter _-
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov-
er items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To re-
ceive futt vatue from the warranty, the
operator must maintain unit as
instructed in this manual, Various ad-
justments wilt need to be made period-
icaHy to propedy maintain your unit.
• Once a year, replace the spark plug,
air filter, and check guide bar and
chain for wear. A new spark plug and
air fitter assures proper air-fue_ mixture
and helps your engine run better and
last _onger.
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact your Sears Service Center for
reptacement of damaged or worn parts.
NOTE: It is norma_ for a smalt amount of
oiI to appear under the saw after engine
stops. Do not confuse this with a leaking
oit tank.
• ON/STOP Sw_tch - Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly by moving
the switch to the STOP position. Make
sure engine stops; then restart engine
and continue.
• Fuet Tank - Do not use saw if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
• Oil Tank - Do not use saw if oil tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Bar Knob
• Chain
• Muffler
• Cylinder Shield
• Air Fitter
• Handle Screws
• Vibration Mounts
• Starter Housing
• Front Hand Guard
CHECK CHAIN TENSION
_WARNING: Wear protective
gloves when handling chain. The chain
is sharp and can cut you even when it is
not moving.
Chain tension is very important, Chains
stretch during use. This is especiatty true
during the first few times you use your
saw. A}ways check chain tension each
time before you start the chain saw.
1. Use a screwdriver to move chain
around guide bar to ensure kinks
do not exist. The chain should ro-
tate freeSy.
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