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DESCRIPTION
Model ....................................................................................................................... 357
Engine Type ................................................................ 2 cycle air cooled gas engine
Displacement .............................................................................. 35.5 cc (2.17 cu.in.)
Fuel ..................... Gasoline-Oil Mixture—50:1 with Shindaiwa 2-cycle Mixing Oil
Carburetor......................................................... Diaphragm (WALBRO Model WT)
Ignition ...................................................... All transistor electronic ignition system
Spark Plug .......................................................................................... Champion CJ6Y
................................................................. For EMC compliance use NGK BPMR7A
Starting ......................................................................................................Auto-rewind
Stopping............................................................................Grounding (toggle switch)
Power transmission......................................................Automatic centrifugal clutch
Chain lubrication ........................................................ Automatic clutch-driven oiler
Chain..................................................................................... 3/8" pitch, gauge 0.050"
Chain oil ................Shindaiwa brand premium Bar and Chain Oil (or equivalent)
Fuel tank capacity ............................................................................... 265 ml (9.0 oz)
Oil tank capacity .................................................................................. 210 ml (7.1 oz)
Front/Rear Handles.............................................. Special anti-vibration mountings
Cooling system ........................................................................................... Forced air
Safety devices .......... Front guard, throttle lock, chain catcher and inertial brake
Weight (less bar and chain)............................................................... 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
■ Screwdriver
■ Spark plug/13 mm socket wrench
■ 4 mm hex wrench
■ 5 mm hex wrench
Do not make unauthorized modifi-
cations to this saw, guide bar, or
chain!
Part Number
Size Chain Bar
12-inch Oregon 91 VG-45X 36120-12
14-inch Oregon 91 VG-53X 36349-14
16-inch Oregon 91 VG-57X 36450-16
RECOMMENDED BAR AND CHAIN COMBINATIONS
Specifications
WARNING!
Replacement chain for
this saw must meet applicable
ANSI B175.1-2000 kickback
performance requirements,
and/or be designated as “low
kickback chain” per ANSI
B175.1-2000 standards.
WARNING!
Tools Included
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TROUBLESHOOTING
ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS
Poor
acceleration.
Clogged air cleaner.
Clogged fuel filter.
Chain brake engaged
Carburetor mixture
too rich or too lean.
Idle speed set too low.
Spark arrester clogged
Clean the air cleaner element.
Replace the fuel filter.
Inspect and/or test brake.
Consult with an authorized
servicing dealer.
Adjust carburetor.
Adjust: 2,600-3,000 RPM (min
-1
)
Clean spark arrester.
(See page 29).
Symptom Possible Cause
Remedy
Engine stops
abruptly.
Switch turned off.
Fuel tank empty.
Clogged fuel filter.
Water in the fuel.
Shorted spark plug or
loose terminal.
Ignition failure.
Piston seizure.
Set the switch to “I” (ON), re-start.
Refuel.
Clean or replace filter as required.
Drain; replace with clean fuel.
Clean and replace spark plug.
Tighten the terminal.
Consult with an authorized
servicing dealer.
Consult with an authorized
servicing dealer.
Engine difficult
to shut off.
Ground (stop) wire is
disconnected, or switch
is defective.
Overheating due to
incorrect spark plug.
Overheated engine.
Test and replace as required.
Correct plug:
Champion CJ6Y. For EMC
compliance use NGK BPMR 7A
Idle engine until cool.
Chain rotates
at idle speed.
Engine idle too high.
Broken clutch spring
or shoe.
Set idle: 2,600-3,000 RPM (min
-1
).
Replace spring/shoes as
required.
Excessive
vibration.
Worn or damaged
sprocket, chain or bar.
Bent crankshaft.
Inspect and replace chain
components as required.
Consult with an authorized
servicing dealer.
Troubleshooting