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  • Page 1

    Always wear eye protection when operat- ing this unit. WARNING! SHINDAIW A OWNER'S/ OPERA TOR'S MANUAL 357 CHAIN SA W 3 5 7 0 1 WARNING! Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others; read this manual and familiarize yourself with its contents! Part Number 72362-93115 Rev. 9/03 Shindaiwa Inc. 11975 S.W. Herman Rd. Tualatin, Oregon 97[...]

  • Page 2

    2 39 NOTES[...]

  • Page 3

    3 Introduction The Shindaiwa 357 Top-Handle saw has been designed and built to deliver superior performance and reliability without compromise to quality, comfort, safety, or durability. Shindaiwa high performance engines represent the leading edge of 2-cycle engine technology, and deliver exceptionally high power at remark- ably low displacement a[...]

  • Page 4

    4 Read and follow the Operator’s Manual. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Wear eye and hearing protection at all times during the operation of this unit. Do not operate this tool if you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Beware of Kickback! Kickback can occur whenever the tip of the guide bar t[...]

  • Page 5

    5 35702 Clutch Cover Muffler Outlet IMPORTANT! The operational procedures de- scribed in this manual are intended to help you get the most from your machine and also to protect you and others from harm. These procedures are general guidelines only, and are not intended to replace any safety rules/laws that may be in force in your area. If you have [...]

  • Page 6

    6 DESCRIPTION Model ....................................................................................................................... 35 7 Engine Type ................................................................ 2 cycle air cooled gas engine Displacement .............................................................................. 35.5 c[...]

  • Page 7

    7 DESCRIPTION 35703 Kickback Safety This saw is equipped with the following safety equipment: ■ Operator activated and Inertial type chain brake. In the event of kickback, kickback energy either forces the brake lever against the operator's hand when the saw is held as illustrated above activating the chain brake and/or inertia causes chain [...]

  • Page 8

    8 DESCRIPTION WARNING! Either of the following reactions could cause you to lose control of your saw while cutting, possibly resulting in serious injury! 1. Kickback can occur whenever the guide bar nose or tip contact an object while the saw is running. Tip contact may cause the guide bar to kick upward and back toward the operator, with a lightni[...]

  • Page 9

    9 DESCRIPTION WARNING! NOTE: These safety precautions are intended primarily for consumers or occasional users. When using this chain saw for logging purposes, refer to: CFR Section 1910. 266 (5); 2.5.1 of the American National Safety Standard; Requirements for Pulp- wood Logging ANSI 03.1-1978; and any applicable state safety codes. ■ Never oper[...]

  • Page 10

    10 DESCRIPTION WARNING! ■ Install the appropriate guide-bar scabbard before transporting the saw. ■ Never operate a saw that is damaged, improperly adjusted, or not completely and securely assembled. ■ Use only Shindaiwa-recommended parts when repairing or servicing this saw. ■ Do not use this saw if the saw chain continues to move after th[...]

  • Page 11

    11 ASSEMBLY 35707 IMPORTANT! The chain brake must be completely disengaged before removing or installing the clutch cover! 1. Use the 13 mm socket wrench to remove the clutch cover nuts. Turn the nuts counter-clockwise to remove. 2. Slide the rubber stopper downward and unhook the support arm from the brake lever (see illustration below). 1. Remove[...]

  • Page 12

    12 ASSEMBLY 35708 57704 Brake lever support arm 4. Remove the packing spacer. 5. Install the guide bar. 6. Install the chain loop over the drive sprocket, and then align the chain drive links within the guide bar groove. Make sure the cutters are properly oriented. WARNING! Never start the engine without the clutch cover installed! 35709 6. Install[...]

  • Page 13

    13 OPERATION 35710 WARNING! Inspect chain tension often during operation, especially when breaking in a new chain. A loose saw chain can unexpectedly jump the guide bar during operation, possibly causing serious personal injury! IMPORTANT! Proper chain adjustment is essential for maximum performance, chain life, and operator safety. Always inspect [...]

  • Page 14

    14 OPERATION Mixing Fuel/Filling With Fuel WARNING! Minimize the risk of fire burns and personal injury! IMPORTANT! Shindaiwa high-performance 2-cycle engines are designed to operate on a 50:1 mixture of unleaded gasoline and 2-cycle engine oil. Using a fuel mixture less than 50:1 ratio (such as 80:1 or 100:1) can cause cata- strophic engine failur[...]

  • Page 15

    15 OPERATION 35711 Fuel Cap Oil Cap 3. Refer to following chart for examples of 50:1 fuel to oil mix quantities. 4. Place the saw on a hard surface with the fuel cap up and wipe any chips or debris from around the fuel cap. Oil Requirements 䡵 When available, use Shindaiwa Premium bar & chain oil. 䡵 When Shindaiwa oil is not available, use a[...]

  • Page 16

    16 OPERATION 35712 Preparing to Start the Saw Throttle Lockout Lever Throttle Lock Button Throttle Trigger Ignition Switch WARNING! The saw chain will rotate when the saw is started! Clear a safe work area before starting the saw! IMPORTANT! Engine ignition is controlled by a two- position “ON-OFF” switch located below the throttle lever. This [...]

  • Page 17

    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 cord slowly until you feel the starter engage, then… 4. Start the saw by pulling the starter cord upward rapidly. When the engine starts: 1. Push the choke control all the way in [...]

  • Page 18

    18 35719 Starting a Flooded Engine 1. Disconnect the spark plug lead, then use the spark plug wrench to remove the spark plug (turn counter-clockwise to remove). 2. If the spark plug is fouled or is soaked with fuel, clean or replace the plug as required. For correct spark plug size and gapping procedure, see page 26. 3. Clear excess fuel from the [...]

  • Page 19

    19 Carburetor Adjustments A clean and unrestricted airflow is essential to your saw engine’s perfor- mance and durability! Before attempt- ing any carburetor adjustments, inspect and clean the engine air filter as required! Procedures for maintain- ing this saw’s air cleaner are described on page 27 of this manual. Before starting the engine 1.[...]

  • Page 20

    20 Low and High Mixture Adjust- ments for Non Emission Compli- ance Engines. Low Speed Mixture (engine idling at 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 screw counter-clockwise (rich mixture) and note[...]