Craftsman 358.351810 - Manual (Page 22)

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE - Continued
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Chain does not
move when en­
gine is acceler­
ated.
1. Chain tension too
tight.
2. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
3. Guide bar rails
pinched.
4. Clutch slipping.
5. Chain brake engaged.
1. See “Check Chain Tension” in the
Maintenance Section.
2. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
3. Repair or replace.
4. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
5. Disengage chain brake.
Chain clatters
or cuts roughly.
1. Chain tension incorrect.
2. Cutters damaged.
3. Chain worn,
4. Cutters dull, improperiy
sharpened, or depth
gauges too high.
5. Sprocket worn.
6. Chain installed
backwards.
1, See “Check Chain Tension” in the
Maintenance Section.
2. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
3- Resharpen or replace chain.
4- See “Chain Sharpening" In the
Service and Adjustments Section.
5. Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
6. Install chain in right direction.
Chain stops
within the cut.
1. Chain cutter tops not
filed flat.
2. Guide bar burred or
bent; rails uneven.
3. Clutch slipping.
1, See “Chain Sharpening" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2, Repair or replace guide bar.
3, Contact Sears Service (see back cover).
Chain cuts at
an angle.
1. Cutters damaged on
one side.
2. Chain dull on one side.
3. Guide bar bent or worn.
1. See “Chain Sharpening” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. See “Chain Sharpening" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
3. Replace guide bar.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good
judgement. If you need assistance, contact Sears Service or the CUSTOMER
ASSISTANCE HELPLINE at 1-800-235-5878,
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