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Manual Shindaiwa 357

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Page 2 - NOTES

Page 3 - Introduction; Shindaiwa high performance; DESCRIPTION; Contents; Page; OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE

3 Introduction The Shindaiwa 357 Top-Handle sawhas been designed and built to deliversuperior performance and reliabilitywithout compromise to quality,comfort, safety, or durability. Shindaiwa high performance engines represent the leading edge of2-cycle engine technology, and deliverexceptionally h...

Page 4 - Attention Statements; PARTS COVERED; Ignition System Components; LIMITATIONS; service being performed, and; MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

4 Read and follow the Operator’sManual. Failure to do so couldresult in serious injury. Wear eye and hearingprotection at all times duringthe operation of this unit. Do not operate this tool if youare tired, ill or under theinfluence of alcohol, drugs,or medication. Beware of Kickback! Kickback can ...

Page 5 - If you have any questions regarding; Product Description; Federal Emission Design And Defect Limited Warranty; MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY COVERAGE

5 35702 Clutch Cover Muffler Outlet IMPORTANT! The operational procedures de-scribed in this manual are intended tohelp you get the most from yourmachine and also to protect you andothers from harm. These proceduresare general guidelines only, and arenot intended to replace any safetyrules/laws that...

Page 6 - RECOMMENDED BAR AND CHAIN COMBINATIONS; TROUBLESHOOTING; Troubleshooting

6 DESCRIPTION Model ....................................................................................................................... 357 Engine Type ................................................................ 2 cycle air cooled gas engine Displacement .......................................

Page 7 - Kickback Safety; In the event of

7 DESCRIPTION 35703 Kickback Safety This saw is equipped with the followingsafety equipment: ■ Operator activated and Inertialtype chain brake. In the event of kickback, kickback energy eitherforces the brake lever against theoperator's hand when the saw isheld as illustrated above activatingthe cha...

Page 8 - Kickback Safety Precautions; ENGINE DOES NOT START

8 DESCRIPTION WARNING! Either of the following reactionscould cause you to lose control ofyour saw while cutting, possiblyresulting in serious injury! 1. Kickback can occur whenever the guide bar nose or tip contact anobject while the saw is running.Tip contact may cause the guidebar to kick upward ...

Page 9 - Additional Safety Precautions; MAINTENANCE

9 DESCRIPTION WARNING! NOTE: These safety precautions areintended primarily for consumers oroccasional users. When using thischain saw for logging purposes, referto: CFR Section 1910. 266 (5); 2.5.1of the American National SafetyStandard; Requirements for Pulp-wood Logging ANSI 03.1-1978; andany app...

Page 10 - Sharpening the Chain; Sharpening Technique

10 DESCRIPTION WARNING! ■ Install the appropriate guide-bar scabbard before transporting thesaw. ■ Never operate a saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, ornot completely and securelyassembled. ■ Use only Shindaiwa-recommended parts when repairing or servicingthis saw. ■ Do not use this saw if th...

Page 11 - ASSEMBLY; Installing and Adjusting the Guide Bar and Saw Chain; Continued on next page.; Saw Chain; How the saw chain works

11 ASSEMBLY 35707 IMPORTANT! The chain brake must be completelydisengaged before removing orinstalling the clutch cover! 1. Use the 13 mm socket wrench to remove the clutch cover nuts. Turnthe nuts counter-clockwise toremove. 2. Slide the rubber stopper downward and unhook the support arm fromthe br...

Page 14 - OPERATION; Mixing Fuel/Filling With Fuel; STOP engine before refueling.; Daily Maintenance

14 OPERATION Mixing Fuel/Filling With Fuel WARNING! Minimize the risk of fire burns andpersonal injury! IMPORTANT! Shindaiwa high-performance 2-cycleengines are designed to operate on a50:1 mixture of unleaded gasolineand 2-cycle engine oil. Using a fuelmixture less than 50:1 ratio (such as80:1 or 1...

Page 15 - Oil Requirements; Bar Oil/Filling With Oil; Gasoline; Bucking; uphill; LIMBING

15 OPERATION 35711 Fuel Cap Oil Cap 3. Refer to following chart for examples of 50:1 fuel to oil mixquantities. 4. Place the saw on a hard surface with the fuel cap up and wipe any chipsor debris from around the fuel cap. Oil Requirements 䡵 When available, use Shindaiwa Premium bar & chain oil. ...

Page 16 - Preparing to Start the Saw; out; Control Positions; Felling Small Trees; WARNING

16 OPERATION 35712 Preparing to Start the Saw Throttle LockoutLever Throttle Lock Button Throttle Trigger Ignition Switch WARNING! The saw chain will rotatewhen the saw is started! Clear a safe work area beforestarting the saw! IMPORTANT! Engine ignition is controlled by a two-position “ON-OFF” swit...

Page 17 - Starting the Saw; When the engine starts:; Never; Felling Trees; Before Felling a Tree

17 OPERATION 35714 Starting the Saw 1. Place the saw on the ground. 2. Secure the saw firmly as shown. 3. Grip the starter handle with your right hand, pull the starter cordslowly until you feel the starterengage, then… 4. Start the saw by pulling the starter cord upward rapidly. When the engine sta...

Page 18 - Starting a Flooded Engine; If the spark plug is fouled or is; Stopping; Cutting with the Saw

18 35719 Starting a Flooded Engine 1. Disconnect the spark plug lead, then use the spark plug wrench toremove the spark plug (turncounter-clockwise to remove). 2. If the spark plug is fouled or is soaked with fuel, clean or replacethe plug as required. For correctspark plug size and gappingprocedure...

Page 19 - Carburetor Adjustments; Before starting the engine; Make sure the chain brake is; Idle speed adjustment; Adjust the low speed mixture screw; High Speed Mixture; Chain Brake Maintenance; Hold the saw with the bar tip 12 to

19 Carburetor Adjustments A clean and unrestricted airflow isessential to your saw engine’s perfor-mance and durability! Before attempt-ing any carburetor adjustments,inspect and clean the engine air filteras required! Procedures for maintain-ing this saw’s air cleaner are describedon page 27 of thi...

Page 20 - Chain Brake; Chain Brake Operation

20 Low and High Mixture Adjust-ments for Non Emission Compli-ance Engines. Low Speed Mixture (engine idlingat operating temperature. 1. Using a small screwdriver, slowly turn the low speed mixture screw clockwise (lean mixture) and note any changes in engine rpm. 2. Next, turn the low speed mixture ...