Craftsman 358.794311 Manuals

Instruction Manual 25cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle 200 MPH/400 CFM GASOLINE POWERED BLOWER/VAC Model No. 358.794311 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List • Espa_ol WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. For answers to your questions about this product: Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon.-Sat., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun. 1-800-235-5878 <.o°,, listed are Central Time) Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 530163796 7/25/03 Warranty Statement 2 Troubleshooting Table 12 Safety Rules 2 Emissions Statement 12 Assembly 4 Parts List 14 Operation 6 Spanish 17 Maintenance 9 Parts and Ordering Back Storage 11 FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ® GAS BLOWER For two (2) years from date of purchase, when this Gas Blower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the instructions in the instruction manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defects in material or workmanship. This warranty excludes blower tubes, spark plug, and air cleaner, which are ex- pendable parts and become worn during normal use. If this blower is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies for 90 days from the date of purchase. If this Blower is used for rental purposes, this warranty applies for 30 days from the date of purchase. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE BLOWER TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Scars, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 llWARNING: Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can re- sult in serious injury. KNOW YOUR UNIT * Read your instruction manual care- fully until you completely understand and can follow all warnings and safety rules before operating the unit. • Restrict unit to users who under- stand and will follow all warnings and safety rules in this manual. _WARNING: Inspect area before starting unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation. Use your unit as a blower for: • Sweeping debris or grass clippings from driveways, sidewalks, patios, etc. • Blowing grass clippings, straw, or leaves into piles, around joints, or be- tween bricks. Use your unit as a vacuum for: • Picking up dry material such as leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. • For best results during vacuum use, operate your unit at high speed. • Move slowly back and forth over the material as you vacuum. Avoid forc- ing the unit into a pile of debris as this can clog the unit. • Keep the vacuum tube about an inch above the ground for best results. PLAN AHEAD • Always wear eye protectionwhen op- erating, servicing, or performing main- tenance on unit. Wearing eye protec- tion will help to prevent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness and/or serious injury. Eye protection should be marked Z87. • Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. • Always wear respirator or face mask when working with unit in dusty envi- ronments. • Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure or remove jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc. They can be caught in moving parts. -2- • Do not operate unit when you are tired, ill, upset, or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medi- cation. • Keep children, bystanders, and ani- mals away from work area a mini- mum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating unit. Do not point blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets. HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, IT IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE • Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (including smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored. • Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store fuel in a cool, dry, well ventilated place; use an approved, marked con- tainer for all fuel purposes. • Do not smoke while handling fuel or while operating the unit. • Make sure the unit is properly as- sembled and in good operating con- dition. • Do not fill fuel tank while engine is running. • Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up fuel spills before starting engine. • Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fuel and fueling site be- fore starting engine. • Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids. OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY _WARNING: Stop the engine be- fore opening the vacuum inlet door. The engine must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating blades. • Inspect unit before each use for worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until unit is in proper working order. • Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel. • Never start or run engine inside a closed room, building or other un- ventilated area. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill • To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating unit. • Do not set unit on any surface ex- cept a clean, hard area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through discharge open- ing, damaging unit, property, or caus- ing serious injury to bystanders or operator. • Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in unventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon monoxide build up could be present. • Do not overreach or use from unsta- ble surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing and balance at all times. • Never place objects inside the blower tubes; always direct the blow- ing debris away from people, ani- mals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage. • Never run unit without the proper equipment attached. When using your unit as a blower, always install blower tubes. When using the op- tional vacuum kit, always install vac- uum tubes and vacuum bag assem- bly. Make sure vacuum bag assem- bly is completely zipped. • Check air intake opening, blower tubes, and vacuum tubes frequently, always with engine stopped and spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tubes free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow. • Never place any object in air intake opening as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit. • Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers, or other substances which may contain toxic materials. • To avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc. • Use only for jobs explained in this manual. MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY • Have all maintenance other than the recommended procedures described in the instruction manual performed by a Sears Service Center. • Disconnect spark plug before per- forming maintenance except for car- buretor adjustments. • Use only recommended Craftsman® replacement parts; use of any other parts may void your warranty and cause damage to your unit. -3-