Background

The Craftsman Chain Saw 358.360171 is a gasoline-powered chainsaw manufactured by Poulan/Weedeater for Sears under the Craftsman brand. The chainsaw is equipped with a 2.6 cubic inches/42cc 2-cycle engine and an 18-inch bar. It involves various controls and adjustments for its operation including an ON/STOP switch for controlling the engine, a throttle trigger for regulating engine speed, and a choke knob for activating the choke during cold starts.

Additionally, the chainsaw features a fast idle lock, which holds the throttle trigger in the starting position, a primer bulb that circulates fuel to the carburetor for quicker starting, and a chain brake that stops the chain in the event of kickback. The chain brake can be activated manually or automatically. The chainsaw also comes with a chain tension feature, which allows the user to adjust the tension of the chain, as a new chain typically stretches during the first 15 minutes of operation. It is designed to be used occasionally and requires a fuel mix for operation.

Technical Specifications

  • Model Number: 358.360171
  • Product Type: Chain Saw
  • Engine: 2.6 cu.in./42cc 2-Cycle GASOLINE
  • Bar Length: 18 in.

Warranty

The Craftsman Chain Saw 358.360171 comes with a warranty period of two years from the initial date of purchase. The warranty covers the repair or replacement of any warranted part, which will be performed at no charge to the owner at an approved Sears servicing center. It is important for the owner to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance and retain all receipts covering maintenance on the small off-road engine. Failure to do so may result in the denial of warranty coverage. In case of any problems, the owner should present the small off-road engine to a Sears authorized repair center as soon as possible. Warranty repairs should be completed within a reasonable amount of time, not exceeding 30 days. To claim the warranty, the owner can contact their nearest authorized service center or call Sears at 1-800-469-4663 for further assistance.

Craftsman 358.360171 Owners Manual