Craftsman 172.43983 Operator's Manual

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LUBRICATION/!k CAUTION: The chain saw is NOT supplied filled with oil. It is essential to fill with oilbefore use. Never operate the chain saw without chain oil or at an empty oil tank level, asthis will result in extensive damage to the product. Chain life and cutting capacity depends onoptimum lubrication. Therefore, the chain is automatically oiled during operation via oil outletFilling oil tank: (See Figs. 5a and 5b)1. Set chain saw on any suitable surface with oil filler cap facing upward.2. Clean area around the Oil Filler Cap with cloth and unscrew the cap by turningit counter clockwise.3. Add bar and chain oil (Craftsman Bar & Chain Oil, SAE30) until reservoir is full.4. Avoid dirt or debris entering oil tank, re-screw oil filler cap and tighten.Fig. 5a Fig. 5bOil Filler CapOil Reservoir/_ CAUTION: To allow venting of the oil reservoir, small breather channels areprovided between the oil filler cap and the strainer. To prevent leakage, ensure machine isleft in a horizontal position (oil filler cap uppermost) when not in use.It is important to use only the recommended oil to avoid damage to the chain saw.Never use recycled/old oil. Use of non approved oil will invalidate the warranty.Checking the Automatic OilerProper functioning of the automatic oiler can be checked by running the chain saw andpointing the tip of the Guide chain bar (7) towards a piece of cardboard or paper on theground. If an increasing oil pattern develops on the cardboard, the automatic oiler isoperating fine. If there is no oil pattern, despite a full oil reservoir, contact customer serviceagent or approved service agent.Caution: Do not touch the ground with the chain. Ensure safety clearance of 12".ASSEMBLING THE EXTENSION POLEAlign and insert the handle of extension pole into the shaft.Rotate the locking collar clockwise to lock. (See Figs. 6a and 6b)Note: Make sure that the shaft is firmly locked in place.Fig. 6a Fig. 6bASSEMBLING THE EXTENSION POLETO THE MACHINE1. Insert the pole bracket into the saw.(See Fig. 7)Note: Pole bracket holds triggerin "ON" position.2. Slide the handle bracket onto clamping bolt.3. Screw the knob tightly.4. Plug saw power cord into receptaclecord at end of inner pole. (See Fig. 8)Fig. 7,4X WARNING:, Before attaching the powercord of the machine to the power cord of theExtension Pole, make sure that the tool isswitched off and unplugged from the powersupply. • When using this machine with theExtension Pole, make sure to first attach thepower cord of the machine to the power cordof the extension pole, and then attach thepower cord of the extension pole to power supply.ELECTROCUTION HAZARD:Never use the Saw or Extension Pole in anarea with overhead power lines or where thebranch being cut can come into contact withoverhead power lines.18 19