Operator's Manual CRAFTSMAN 15 Amp/4.0 Peak HP Motor Electric Chain Saw Model No. 172.34120 18-In. Bar « WARRANTY CAUTION: Read, understand and follow all « SAFETY Safety Rules and Operating Instructions in this « UNPACKING Manual before using this product. . ASSEMBLY Sears Brands Management Corporation, + OPERATION Hoffman Estates, i.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Page 2 Safety Symbols... Page 3 Safety Instructions... Pages 4-13 Unpacking Page 13 Description... Assembly and Adjustments... Operation Terms. Operation... . Maintenance / Trouble Shooting Specifications... Pages 19 Pages 31 Pats KISS. ee PAGES 32-04 Pages 14-15 Pages 16 18 20 28 ...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AN WARNING: if correctly used, this electric Chain Saw Is an efficient tool io uss; if used improperly or without the due precautions it could become a dangerous tool. For pleasant and safe work, ALWAYS strictly comply with the safely rules that are contained in this manual. A WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions in this manual before using this electric Chain Saw.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont. ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont, A WARNING: GEC! (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection should be provided on all circuits or outlets to be used for electric chain saws and lawn and garden power tools. receptacles are available having built-in FOCH protection and should be used for this measure of protection. AA WARNING: Double insulation DOES NOT take the place of normal safety precautions when operating this tool.
ER ere Te SAFETY RULES FOR ELECTRIC CHAIN SAWS cont, 5. ALWAYS remove objects such as sticks and debris from tha cutting path that could become entangled in, or thrown by the Chain Saw. 6. DO NOT start cutting until you have a clear work area, secure footing, especially if you ars felling a tree, a retreat path. Keep work area clean. 7. DO NOT operate with one hand. Serious injury to the operator, helpers, or bystanders aay result from one handed operation. A chain saw Is intended for two-handed use 8.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont, ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION cont. A WARNING: Follow all safety rules to help prevent Kickback which can cause serious personal injury. KICKBACK Avoid Obstructions Clear The Work Area . KICKBACK is the backward, upward or sudden forward motion of the guide bar occurring when the saw chain near the upper tip of the guide bar contacts any object such as a log or branch, or when the wood closes in and pinches chain in the cut.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont. ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION cont. KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES AN WARNING: The following features are included on your saw to help reduce hazard of kickback; however, such features will not totally eliminate this danger. Do not rely only on safety devices. Follow all safety rules to help avoid kickback and other forces which can result in serious injury. .
DESCRIPTION KNOW YOUR CHAIN Saw NOTE: Before attempting to uss this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. Your Chain Saw has a precision built electric motor and it should only be connected to a 120-vomit, 80 Hz AC ONLY power supply {normal household current). The electric Chain Saw should always be used with a GUCCI (Ground Fault Circuit interrupter) outlet. DO NOT operate this Chain Saw on direct current {DC}.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS INTENDED USE The chain saw is Intended for wood: sawing of trees, tree trunks, branches, wooden beams, planks, etc. Cuts can be sawed with or across the grain. This product is not suitable tor sawing mineral materials, plastics or non-wood building materials ASSEMBLY NOTE: This Chain Saw comes fully assembled, including the Chain/Chain Bar Assembly. Included is an extra Chain. See below for Chain/Chain Bar Replacement.
ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS cont. LUBRICATION AN CAUTION: The chain saw is NOT supplied fill with off It is essential to fit with oi before use. Never operate the chain saw without chain off or at an empty ofl tank level, as this will result in extensive damage to the product. Chain fife and cutting capacity depends on optimum lubrication. Therefore, the chain is automatically rolled during operation via ofl outlet Filling ofl tank: {Ses Fig. 8) 1.
OPERATION ATTACHING EXTENSION CORD Remove Plug safety cap as shown (Fig. 7a). Insert extension cord socket into 1. 2. Chain Saw's Plug (Fig. 7b}. An Extension Cord Retainer Is attached to the Handle to reduce strain on the cord. To use this feature, simply double the ext tension cord as shown, about a foot from the end, and insert it into the end of the Retainer. Place the loop formed by doubling the cord aver the Hook (Fig. 70).
OPERATION cont. CUTTING Check off level gauge prior to starting and regularly during operation. Rife of when olf level is low. The oil tank filling will last approx. 18 minutes, depending on sawing intensity and stops. (See Fig. 8 on page 18) Confirm the chain tension is in working order and the chain sharp. Check new replaced chain tension during operation Upon initial operation, new chains can lengthen considerably. The condition of the chain influences the cutting performance.
[leas PR fo] HT GENERAL CUTTING cont. Ra set the gripping teeth at a low point when sawing thicker logs by pulling the chain saw slightly backwards until the gripping teeth release, and reposition at lower level to continue sawing. {See Fig. 13} « Do not remove the saw completely Fig. 14 franc the wood. | « Do net force the chain while cutting, let the chain do the work, using the gripping teeth to apply minimal leverage pressure.
[leas PR fo] HT GENERAL CUTTING cont. FELLING TREES (See Fig. 17) Always wear hard hat to protect head against falling branches. The chain saw car only be used to {sll trees smaller in diameter than the length of the guide bar. 1. Secure work area {See 1, Fig. 17). Ensure no persons or animals are in the vicinity of the falling tree.
le elo ple TR GENERAL CUTTING cont. BUCKING A LOG cont. When the log is supported on both ends, as #frustrated, cut 1/3 the diameter from the top over buck. Then make the finished cut by under bucking the lower 2/3 to meet the first cut. {See Fig. 21) ‘When bucking on a slope always stand on the uphill SIDS of the log, as illustrated. When “cutting through”, to maintain complete control release the cutting pressure near the end of the aut without relaxing your grip on the chain saw handles.
CLEANING / STORAGE GENERAL MAINTENANCE cont, + Glean the molded plastic housing of the chain saw using a soft brush and clean cloth. DO NOT use water, solvents or polishes, + Remove all debris, especially from the motor cooling vents. » Remove and brush clean the cover plate, chain and chain bar after 1 to 3 hours of use. = Clean the area under the cover plate, the drive sprocket and chain bar assembly using a soft brush.
18 Amp/4.0 Peak HP Motor The mode! number will be found on the nameplate of the Chain Saw. Always mention the modal number when requesting parts and service od Electric c hai n Saw for your tool. To larder parts, call 1-300-480-4653 F Eo Model No. wu 172.34120.00 18-0. Bar ood 2 Position No. | Parts No. Part Description Qty. Position No. | Parts No. Part Description Qty. 201 Motor set 1 28 Protect Plate 1 1 GADABOUT-1 Nut 2 29 CHANGCHUN 1-29 Rand Label 1 2 GOSSIP.
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