Craftsman 358.381600 User manual

Operator's Manual
2.3 cu. 1n./38cc 2-Cycle
GASOLINE CHAIN SAW
Model No.
358.381600 m 16 in. Bar
. Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Parts List
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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
(Hours listed are Central Time)
[] 1-800-235-5878
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
115704627
Rev. B 7/7/14 KAP P02138MC

Warranty Statement 2 Working Techniques 21
Repair Protection Agreements 3 Maintenance 25
Introduction 8 Troubleshooting Table 28
What is What? 9 Technical Data 30
General Safety Precautions 10 Emission Contro! Warranty Statement 31
Assembly 17 American Standard Safety Precautions 32
Fuel Handling 18 Parts List 34
Starting and Stopping 20 Spanish 40
Parts & Ordering Back Cover
CRAFTSMAN TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY
FORTWOYEARSfrom the date of purchase, this product is warranted against any
defects in material or workmanship. A defective product will receive free repair or
replacement if repair is unavailable.
ADDITIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY ON ENGINE CRANKSHAFT
FORTHE THIRDTHROUGHTENTHYEARfrom date of purchase, the engine crankshaft
in this product is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship. With
proof of purchase, a defective engine crankshaft will be replaced. This additional
warranty covers only the engine crankshaft, and does not apply to any other engine
component. You must pay the labor cost of crankshaft installation.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the
website: www.craftsman.com
This warranty covers ONLYdefects in material and workmanship.
Warranty coverage does NOTinclude:
, Expendable items that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period,
including but not limited to chain bar, chain, filters or spark plug.
, Product damage resulting from user attempts at product modification or repair
or caused by product accessories.
, Repairs necessary because of accident or failure to operate or maintain the
product according to all supplied instructions.
, Preventive maintenance, or repairs necessary due to improper fuel type, fuel
mixture, contaminated or stale fuel.
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial ser-
vices or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman product is
designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products,
it may require repair from time to time. That's when having a Repair Protection
Agreement can save you money and aggravation.
Here's what the Repair Protection Agreement* includes:
_' Expert service by our 10,000 professional repair specialists
_' Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs
v" Product replacement up to $1500 if your covered product can't be fixed
v" Discount of 10% from regular price of service and related installed parts
not covered by the agreement; also, 10% off regular price of preventive
maintenance check
v" Fast help by phone - we call it Rapid Resolution - phone support from a
Sears representative. Think of us as a "talking operator's manual".
Once you purchase the Repair Protection Agreement, a simple phone call is all
that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or
schedule a service appointment online.
The Repair Protection Agreement is a risk-free purchase. If you cancel for any
reason during the product warranty period, we will provide a full refund. Or, a pro-
rated refund anytime after the product warranty period expires. Purchase your
Repair Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional informa-
tion in the U.S.A. call 1=800-827=6655.
*Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details call Sears
Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers,
water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call
1-888-331-4569.

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The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
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Symbols on the machine:
WARNING! Chain saws can be
dangerous! Careless or improper use
can result in serious or fatal injury to the
operator or others.
Please read the operator's manual
carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before
using the machine.
Always wear:
Approved protective helmet
Approved hearing protection
Protective goggles or a visor
Both of the operator's hands must be
used to operate the chain saw.
Never operate a chain saw holding it
with one hand only. @
Contact of the guide bar tip with any
object must be avoided.
WARNING! Tip contact may cause the
guide bar to move suddenly upward and
backward (so-called kickback), which
may cause serious injury.
The engine is stopped by switching the
ignition off using the stop switch.
Air purge.
Refuelling.
Chain oil fill.
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Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special
certification requirements for certain markets.
You will find the following labels on your chain saw:
The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the
Emission Compliance label indicates the number of
operating hours for which the engine has been shown to
meet Federal emissions requirements.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission
control devices and system may be performed by any
nonroad engine repair establishment or individual.

What is what on the chain saw?
(1)
1 Cylinder cover
2 Air purge
3 Stop switch (ignition on/off switch.)
4 Choke control/Start throttle lock
5 Rear handle with right hand guard
6 information and warning decal
7 Fuel tank
8 Adjuster screws carburetor
9 Starter handle
10 Starter
11 Chain oil tank
12 Product and serial number plate
13 Chain tensioning screw
14 Throttle lockout (Prevents accidental operation of
throttle trigger.)
15 Front handle
16 Front hand guard
17 Muffler
18 Guide bar
19 Bar tip sprocket
20 Saw chain
21 Bumper spike (Available as an accessory.)
22 Chain catcher
23 Clutch cover
24 integrated combi-tool
25 Throttle trigger
26 Guide bar cover
27 Operator's manual
28 Combi-tool

Before using a new chain saw
Please read this manual carefully.
(1) -(45) refer to figures on p.4-7.
Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and
adjusted. See instructions under the heading
Assembly.
Refuel and start the chain saw. See the instructions
under the headings Fuel Handling and Starting and
Stopping.
Do not use the chain saw until sufficient chain oil has
reached the chain. See instructions under the heading
Lubricating cutting equipment.
Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent
hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing
protection.
WARNING! Under no circumstances may
the design of the machine be modified
without the permission of the
manufacturer. Always use genuine
accessories. Non-authorized
modifications and/or accessories can
result in serious personal injury or the
death of the operator or others.Your
warranty may not cover damage or
liability caused by the use of non-
authorized accessories or replacement
parts.
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,_ WARNING!This machine produces an
electromagnetic field during operation.
This field may under some
circumstances interfere with active or
passive medical implants.To reduce the
risk of serious or fatal injury, we
recommend persons with medical
implants to consult their physician and
the medical implant manufacturer before
operating this machine.
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