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25cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle
200 MPH/430 CFM
GASOLINE
POWERED
BLOWERNAC
Model
No.
358.794732
•
Safety
•
Assembly
•
Operation
•
Maintenance
•
Parts
List
•
Espa_ol,
p. 21
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
(Hours
listed
are Central
Time)
Sears,
Roebuck
and Co.,
Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
545218613
Rev. 6
5/31/09
BRW
Parts and Ordering
Back Cover
CRAFTSMAN
FU LL WARRANTY
If this Craftsman
product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship
within two
years from the date of purchase,
return it to any Sears store, Parts & Repair Service
Center, or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free repair (or replacement
if
repair proves impossible).
This warranty
applies
for only 90 days
if this product
is ever used for commercial
or rental purposes.
This
warranty
covers
ONLY defects
in material
and workmanship.
Sears
will
NOT pay for:
• Expendable
items that can wear out from
normal
use within the warranty
period,
such as the vacuum
bag, filter or spark
plug.
• Repairs
necessary
because
of accident
or failure to operate
or maintain
the
product
according
to all supplied
instructions.
• Preventive
maintenance,
or repairs
necessary
due to improper
fuel mixture,
contaminated
or stale fuel.
This warranty
gives you specific
legal rights,
and you may also have other
rights
which
vary from state to state.
Sears,
Roebuck
and
Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
A
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dI_WARNINGi:
This
unit can be dangerous!
Careless
or
improper
use can cause
serious
injury.
Read your operator's
manual
carefully
until you completely
un-
derstand
and can follow all warnings
and safety rules
before
operating
the unit. Failure to do so can result
in serious
injury.
Save operator's
manual.
The blower
can throw
objects
violently.
You can be blinded
or
injured.
Always
wear
hearing
protection
and safety
glasses
marked
Z87. Always
wear
heavy, long
pants,
long sleeves,
boots
and gloves.
Do not wear jewelry,
loose clothing,
or clothing
with loosing
hanging
straps,
ties, tassels,
etc. They can
be caught
in moving
parts.
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Always
stop
u]nit and disconnect
spark
plug
before
cleaning
or servicing.
_,
WARNING:
Stop the engine before 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. Gently tilt the handle of the screwdriver
toward the
back of the unit to release the latch while pulling up on the vacuum
inlet cover with
your other hand.
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@
When
using the vacuum
attachment,
the unit is designed
to
pick up dry material
such as leaves,
grass,
small twigs,
and bits
of paper. Do not vacuum
stones,
gravel,
metal,
broken glass,
etc., to avoid
severe
damage
to the impeller.
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hReNulNtGn:e
Firre hazmardorNpVa_l_sm(iiX'cP°_rng rsst° rktngt Sopline
flames,
or work that can cause
sparks).
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WARNING:
The muffler is very
hot during and after use.
Do not touch
the muffler, muffler guard,
or surrounding
surfaces,
or allow combustible
material
such as dry grass
or fuel to do so.
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
_ILWARNING:
Stop the engine be-
fore opening
the vacuum
inlet door. The
engine must be stopped
and the impel-
ler blades no longer turning to avoid se-
rious 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.
except for carburetor
adjustments.
• Have all maintenance
other
than the
recommended
procedures
described
in the operator's
manual
performed
by a Sears Service
Center.
• Use only recommended
Craftsman
replacement
parts; use of any other
parts may void your warranty
and
cause
damage
to your unit.
• Empty fuel tank before
storing
the
unit. Use up fuel left in carburetor
by
starting
engine
and letting it run until
it stops.
• Do not use any accessory
or attach-
ment other than those
recommended
by manufacturer
for use with your unit.
• Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed
area where fuel vapors
can reach
sparks or an open flame from hot
water heaters, electric motors or
switches,
furnaces,
etc.
• Store in a dry area out of reach of
children.
SAFETY
NOTICE:
Exposure
to vibra-
tions through
prolonged
use of gaso-
line powered
hand tools could cause
blood vessel
or nerve damage
in the
fingers,
hands,
and joints of people
prone to circulation
disorders
or abnor-
mal swelling.
Prolonged
use in cold
weather
has been linked to blood ves-
sel damage
in otherwise
healthy
people.
If symptoms
occur
such as
numbness,
pain, loss of strength,
change
in skin color
or texture,
or loss
of feeling
in the fingers,
hands,
or
joints,
discontinue
the use of this tool
and seek medical
attention.
An
antivibration
system
does
not guaran-
tee the avoidance
of these
problems.
Users
who operate
power
tools on a
continual
and regular
basis must moni-
tor closely their physical
condition
and
the condition
of this tool.
SPECIAL
NOTICE:
This unit is
equipped
with a temperature
limiting
muffler and spark
arresting
screen
which
meets the requirements
of Cali-
fornia
Codes
4442 and 4443.
All U.S.
forest
land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine,
Minnesota,
New Jersey,
Oregon,
and Washington
require
by
law that many internal
combustion
en-
gines be equipped
with a spark
arrest-
ing screen.
If you operate
in a locale
where
such regulations
exist, you are
legally
responsible
for maintaining
the
operating
condition
of these
parts.
Fail-
ure to do so is a violation
of the law.
Refer to the MAINTENANCE section
for
information
on maintenance
of the
muffler and spark
arresting
screen.
• High velocity
nozzle
• Elbow
tube
• Vacuum
bag
• Upper
vacuum
tube
• Lower
vacuum
tube
• 2-Cycle
engine
oil
NOTE:
It is normal for the fuel filter to
rattle in the empty fuel tank.
ASSEMBLY
_ILWARNING:
Stop engine
and be
sure the impeller
blades
have stopped
turning
before
opening
the vacuum
in-
let door or attempting
to insert or re-
move the vacuum
tubes.
The
rotating
blades can cause
serious
injury.
WARNING:
If you receive
your
unit assembled,
repeat
all steps to en-
sure your unit is properly
assembled
and all fasteners
are secure.
•
A standard
screwdriver
is required
for assembly.
BLOWER
ASSEMBLY
BLOWER
TUBE
ASSEMBLY
If you have already
assembled
your
unit for use as a vacuum,
remove the
vacuum
tubes
and collection
bag.
1.
Align the rib on the upper
blower
tube with the groove
in the blower
outlet; slide the tube into place.
NOTE:
Knob must be loose enough to
allow blower tube to be inserted in blow-
er outlet. Loosen
knob by turning coun-
terclockwise.
Upper Blower
Tube
Tab
Lower
Blower
Tube
Slot
4.
Slide the lower blower tube onto
the upper
blower tube.
5.
Turn the lower blower
tube clock-
wise until a click is felt to secure
the lower blower tube to the upper
blower tube.
NOTE: When
the upper and lower
blower tubes
are assembled
together
properly,
the arrows
on both tubes
will
be aligned.
6.
To remove the tubes,
turn the knob
counterclockwise
to loosen
the
tubes;
remove
the tubes.
HIGH-SPEED
NOZZLE
ASSEMBLY
When
greater
air speed
is desired,
use
the high-speed
nozzle.
1.
Align the slots on the nozzle
with
the tabs
on the lower blower tube.
High-Speed
Nozzle
/
Lower Blower
Tab
Tube
Slot
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_i
Blower Outlet
,:_G roove
Rib
2.
Secure
the tube
by turning
the
knob
clockwise.
3.
Align the slots
on the lower
blower
tube
with the tabs
on the
upper
blower
tube.
2.
Slide the nozzle
onto the lower
blower tube.
3.
Turn the nozzle
clockwise
until a
click is felt to secure
the nozzle
to
the lower blower tube.
VACUUM
ASSEMBLY
VACUUM
BAG ASSEMBLY
1.
Open
the zipper
on the vacuum
bag and insert the elbow tube.
2.
Push the small end ofthe
elbow
tube through
the small opening
in
the bag.
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on the vacuum
inlet cover
with your
other hand.
Hold the vacuum
inlet cover
open
until upper vacuum
tube is
installed.
Zipper
Opening
".,.
Small Open+ng
NOTE:
Make sure edge of the small
opening
is flush against
the flared
area
of the elbow tube, and the rib on the
elbow tube is on the bottom.
3.
Close the zipper on the bag. Make
sure the zipper is closed completely.
4.
Remove
blower
tubes from
engine.
5. Insert the elbow tube into the blow-
er outlet.
Make
sure elbow tube rib
is aligned
with the blower
outlet
groove.
6.
Turn knob clockwise
to secure
el-
bow tube.
VACUUM
TUBE
ASSEMBLY
_kWARNING:
Stop engine and be
sure the impeller blades have stopped
turning before opening
the vacuum
inlet
door or attempting
to insert or remove
the vacuum
or blower tubes. The rotat-
ing blades can cause serious injury.
1.
Insert the tip of a screwdriver
into
the latch area of the vacuum
inlet.
Latch
Area
2,
Vacuum Inlet Cover
Gently
tilt the handle
of the screw-
driver toward
the front of the unit to
release
the latch while
pulling
up
Vacuum
Inlet
Cover
/
Vacuum
Inlet
4.
Align the tabs
on the inside of the
vacuum
inlet with the slots in the
upper vacuum
tube.
5,
Push the upper vacuum tube into
the vacuum
inlet. Turn the tube
counterclockwise
until a click is felt
to secure the tube to the blower unit.
6.
Align slanted
end of lower vacuum
tube as shown.
Firmly
push lower
vacuum
tube into upper vacuum
tube.
S+
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----+
IZ
slanted end of
lower vacuum tube
--
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USE TO BLOWER
USE
1.
Remove
the elbow tube and vacu-
um bag by turning the knob coun-
terclockwise
to loosen the elbow
tube.
2.
Remove
the vacuum
tubes
by turn-
ing the tubes
clockwise.
3.
Close the vacuum
inlet cover
and
make sure it is latched
closed.
4.
Reinstall
the blower tubes
(see
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY).
VACUUM
BAG SHOULDER
STRAP
ADJUSTMENT
1.
Hold the unit as shown with the muf-
fler side facing away fTom your body
and clothes.
2.
Pass the shoulder
strap over your
head and onto your right shoulder.
3.
Extend
your left arm toward
the
rear of the vacuum
bag.
4.
Adjust
shoulder
strap until the vac-
uum bag/shoulder
strap seam
lies
between
your thumb
and index fin-
ger.
5.
Make sure air flows freely
from the
elbow tube into bag. If bag is
kinked,
the unit will not operate
properly.
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SHOULDER
STRAP
ATTACHMENT
(optional
accessory
#71-85783)
1.
Pass the shoulder
strap over your
head and onto your left shoulder.
2.
Snap the hook onto the retainer
(see following
illustration).
BLOWER
USE
VACUUM
USE
Retainer
Retainer
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READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
UNIT. Compare
the illustrations with your unit to familiarize
yourself with the location
of the various
controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
Upper
Vacuum
Tube
Elbow
Tube
Lower Vacuum Tube
(/_
71
STO P
Throttle
Switch
Trigger
i
Spark
Starter
//_-_J_1_
Plug upper B!°wer Tube
Rope
.......
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Oh, ke Lever
Primer
f__
,
,,
Bulb
_.f_
vacuum Hane e
STOP SWITCH
The STOP switch
is used to stop the
engine.
To stop the engine,
push and
hold the STOP switch
in the STOP posi-
tion until the engine
stops.
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
The THROTTLE TRIGGER is used to se-
lect the desired
engine
speed.
PRIMER
BULB
The PRIMER BULB removes
air from the
carburetor
and fuel lines and fills them
with fuel. This allows you to start the en-
Lower Blower
Tube
gine with fewer pulls on the starter rope.
Activate
primer bulb by pressing it and
allowing it to return to its original posi-
tion.
CHOKE
LEVER
The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the
engine to aid in cold starting. Activate
the choke by moving the choke lever to
the FULL CHOKE position. After engine
attempts to start, move the choke lever
to the HALF CHOKE position. Once en-
gine starts, move choke
lever to the
RUN position.
OPERATING
TIPS
• While vacuuming
or blowing
debris,
hold the unit with the muffler side fac-
ing away from your body and clothes
(see OPERATING POSITION below).
• To reduce
the risk of hearing
loss
associated
with sound
level(s),
hear-
ing protection
is required.
• To reduce the risk of injury associated
with contacting
rotating parts, stop the
engine before installing
or removing
attachments.
Do not operate without
guard(s)
in place.
• Operate power equipment
only at rea-
sonable
hours-not
early in the morn-
ing or late at night when people
might
be disturbed.
Comply
with times listed
in local ordinances.
Usual recommen-
dations are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday though Saturday.
• To reduce
noise levels,
limit the num-
ber of pieces
of equipment
used at
any one time.
• To reduce
noise levels,
operate
pow-
er blowers
at the lowest
possible
throttle
speed
to do the job.
• Use rakes and brooms to loosen
debris
before
blowing.
• In dusty
conditions,
slightly
dampen
surfaces
or use a mister attachment
when
water is available.
• Conserve
water by using power blow-
ers instead of hoses for many lawn
and garden applications,
including
areas such as gutters, screens,
patios,
grills, porches, and gardens.
-9-
out for children,
pets, open
windows,
or freshly
washed
cars.
Blow debris
away safely.
• Use the full blower
nozzle
extension
so the air stream
can work close to
the ground.
• After using blowers
and other
equip-
ment, CLEAN UP! Dispose
of debris
in trash
receptacles.
OPERATING
POSITION
Blower
Vacuum
BEFORE
STARTING
ENGINE
_IkWARNING:
Be sure to read the
fuel information
in the safety rules
before you begin.
If you do not
understand
the safety
rules, do not
attempt
to fuel your unit. Call
1-800-235-5878.
FUELING
ENGINE
_ILWARNING:
Remove
fuel cap
slowly
when
refueling.
This engine is certified to operate
on un-
leaded gasoline.
Before operation,
gaso-
line must be mixed with a good quality
synthetic
2-cycle air-cooled
engine oil.
We recommend
Craftsman
brand syn-
thetic oil. Mix gasoline
and oil at a ratio
of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained
by mix-
ing 3.2 fluid ounces of oil with 1 gallon of
unleaded gasoline.
Included with this
blower is a 3.2 ounce
container of oil.
Pour the entire contents of this container
into 1 gallon of gasoline
to achieve
the
proper fuel mixture. DO NOT USE auto-
motive oil or boat oil. These oils will
cause engine
damage.
When mixing
fuel, follow instructions
printed on con-
tainer. Once oil is added to gasoline,
shake container
momentarily
to assure
that the fuel is thoroughly
mixed. Always
read and follow the safety rules relating
to fuel before fueling your unit.
CAUTION:
Never use straight gasoline
in your unit. This will cause permanent
engine damage and void the limited
warranty.
FUEL
REQUIREMENTS
This
engine
requires
the use of
minimum
87 octane
[R+M]/2
clean
gasoline.
IMPORTANT
Use of alcohol
blended fuels (called
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)
can cause major engine
performance
and durability
problems.
WARNING:
Alternative
fuels (not
gasoline) such as E-15
(15% alcohol),
E-20
(20% alcohol), E-85
(85% alcohol)
are NOT classified as gasoline
and are
NOT approved
for use in 2-stroke
gaso-
line engines.
Use of alternative fuels will
cause problems
such as: improper
clutch engagements,
overheating,
vapor
lock, power
loss, lubrication
deficiency,
deterioration
of fuel lines, gaskets
and
internal carburetor
components,
etc. Al-
ternative
fuels cause high moisture
ab-
sorption into the fuel/oil mixture leading
to oil and fuel separation.
HOW TO STOP YOUR
ENGINE
° Release
the throttle trigger.
• Push and hold the STOP switch
in
the STOP position
until the engine
stops.
HOW TO START
YOUR
ENGINE
_IL WARNING:
You MUST make
sure
the tubes
are secure
before
using the
unit.
° Fuel engine.
Move at least 10 feet (3
meters)
away from the fueling
site.
° Hold the unit in the starting
position
as shown.
Make sure the blower end
is directed
away from people,
ani-
mals, glass,
and solid objects.
STARTING
POSITION
Blower
/
/
/
/
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When starting engine,
hold the unit as illustrated.
Do not set
unit on any surface except a clean, hard
area when starting engine or while en-
gine is running. Debris such as gravel,
sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked
up by the air intake and thrown out
through the discharge
opening, damag-
ing the unit or property, or causing
seri-
ous injury to bystanders
or the operator.
STARTING
A COLD
ENGINE
(or
warm engine
after running
out of fuel)
1.
Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.
2.
Move choke lever to the FULL
CHOKE position.
3.
Squeeze the throttle trigger fully and
hold through all remaining
steps.
Starter
Handle
Choke
Lever
Primer _
Bulb
4,
5,
6.
This unit has the Sim--pulTM starting
system. You do not have to pull the
starter rope handle sharply or briskly.
Pull starter rope handle with a con-
trolled and steady motion until en-
gine sounds as if it is trying to start,
but do not pull rope more than 6
times.
As soon as engine sounds as if it is
trying to start, move choke lever to
HALF CHOKE position.
Pull starter rope until engine
runs,
but no more than 6 pulls. NOTE:
If
the engine
doesn't
start after 6
pulls (at the HALF CHOKE position),
move the choke
lever to the FULL
CHOKE position
and press the
primer bulb 6 times.
Squeeze
and
hold the throttle
trigger
and pull the
starter rope 2 more times.
Move
the choke
lever to the HALF CHOKE
position
and pull the starter
rope
until the engine
runs, but no more
than 6 pulls. If the engine
still
doesn't
start, it is probably
flooded.
Proceed
to STARTING A FLOODED
ENGINE.
7.
Once the engine starts, allow it to
run 10 seconds,
then move the
choke lever to the RUN position. Al-
low the unit to run for 30 more se-
conds at RUN before releasing the
throttle trigger. NOTE:
If engine
dies
with the choke
lever in the RUN
position,
move
the choke
lever to
the HALF CHOKE position
and pull
the rope until engine
runs, but no
more than 6 pulls.
STARTING
A WARM
ENGINE
1.
Move the choke lever to the HALF
CHOKE position.
2.
Squeeze
the throttle trigger fully and
hold through all remaining
steps.
3.
Pull starter rope with a controlled
and steady
motion
until engine
runs, but no more than 6 pulls.
4.
Allow engine to run 15 seconds,
then move the choke
lever to RUN.
NOTE:
If engine
has not started,
pull
starter rope 5 more
pulls. If engine
still
does not run, it is probably
flooded.
STARTING
A FLOODED
ENGINE
Flooded engines can be started by plac-
ing the choke lever in the RUN position;
then, pull the rope to clear the engine of
excess fuel. This could require pulling
the starter handle
many times depend-
ing on how badly the unit is flooded.
If
the unit still doesn't start, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call
1-800-235-5878.
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CARE & MAINTENANCE
TASK
Check
for loose fasteners
and parts
Check
for damaged
or worn
parts
Inspect
and clean
unit and labels
Clean air filter
Replace
spark
plug
Replace
fuel filter
Check
muffler mounting
screws
Disconnect
the spark
plug before
performing
maintenance,
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before
each use
Before
each use
After each use
Every
5 hours of operation
Yearly
Yearly
Yearly
WARNING:
Avoid touching
muf-
fler unless
engine
and muffler are cold.
A hot muffler can cause
serious
burns.
_ILWARNING:
Stop engine
and be
sure the impeller
blades
have stopped
turning
before
opening
the vacuum
in-
let door or attempting
to insert or re-
move the vacuum
or blower
tubes.
The rotating
blades
can cause
serious
injury.
Always
disconnect
the spark
plug before
performing
maintenance
or
accessing
movable
parts.
GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty
on this unit does
not cov-
er items that have
been subjected
to
operator
abuse
or negligence.
To re-
ceive full value from the warranty,
the
operator
must maintain
unit as instruct-
ed in this manual.
Various
adjustments
will need to be made periodically
to
properly
maintain
your unit.
CHECK
FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS
AND
PARTS
• Muffler
• Spark
Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing
Screws
CHECK
FOR DAMAGED
OR
WORN
PARTS
Contact
Sears Service
Center for re-
placement
of damaged
or worn
parts.
• Fuel Tank - Do not use unit if fuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
• Vacuum
Bag - Do not use vacuum
bag if it is torn or damaged.
INSPECT
AND CLEAN
UNIT
AND
LABELS
• After each
use, inspect
complete
unit
for loose or damaged
parts.
Clean
the unit using a damp cloth with a
mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN
AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases
engine
per-
formance
and increases
fuel consump-
tion and harmful
emissions.
Always
clean after every 5 hours of operation.
Button
Air Filter
Cover
/
Air Filter
Cleaning
the air filter:
1.
Clean the cover
and the area
around
it to keep debris
from falling
into the carburetor
chamber
when
the cover
is removed.
NOTE:
Move choke
lever to RUN posi-
tion before
opening
air filter cover.
2.
Open
air filter cover
by pushing
button
(see illustration).
Remove
air filter.
NOTE:
Do not clean filter in gasoline
or other flammable
solvent.
Doing so
can create
a fire hazard or produce
harmful
evaporative
emissions.
3.
Wash the filter in soap and water.
4.
Allow filter to dry.
5.
Apply a few drops
of oil to the filter;
squeeze
filter to distribute
oil.
6.
Replace
parts.
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Replace spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better.
Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Igni-
tion timing is fixed, nonadjustable.
1.
Twist,
then pull off spark
plug boot.
2.
Remove
spark
plug from cylinder
and discard.
3.
Replace
with Champion
RCJ-6Y
spark
plug and tighten
securely
with a 3/4 inch socket
wrench.
4.
Reinstall
the spark
plug boot.
REPLACE
FUEL
FILTER
To replace
fuel filter, drain unit by run-
ning it dry of fuel, then remove
fuel
cap/retainer
assembly
from tank.
Pull
filter from tank
and remove
it from the
fuel line. Install new fuel filter on fuel
line; reinstall
parts.
Fuel F_t__
',x
Fuel Line
_f
CHECK
MUFFLER
MOUNTING
SCREWS
Once each year, ensure
muffler
mounting
screws
are secure
and tight-
ened properly
to prevent
damage.
Muffler
Mounting
Screw
INSPECT
MUFFLER
AND SPARK
ARRESTING
SCREEN
,_IIWARNING:
The
muffler on this
product contains
chemicals
known
to
the State of California
to cause
cancer.
As the unit is used, carbon
deposits
build up on the muffler and spark
ar-
resting
screen,
and must be removed
to avoid creating
a fire hazard or af-
fecting
engine
performance.
Muffler Cover
Spark
Arresting
/
//Hood
/
Screws
"
"
Replace
the spark
arresting
screen
ev-
ery 50 hours of operation
or if any
damage
or breaks
in the screen
are
noted.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to clean the
spark arresting
screen.
1.
Remove
3 screws
from
muffler cov-
er. Remove
muffler cover.
2.
Loosen
and remove
4 screws
from
the muffler hood.
3.
Remove
the muffler hood and spark
arresting
screen.
4.
Install new spark arresting
screen.
5.
Reinstall
muffler
hood and 4
screws.
Tighten
screws
securely.
6.
Reinstall
muffler cover
and 3
screws.
Tighten
securely.
NOTE:
If any part of the muffler is
cracked,
broken or damaged,
we rec-
ommend
that the muffler be replaced.
CARBURETOR
IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTMENT
The carburetor
has been carefully
set
at the factory.
Adjustments
may be
necessary
if you notice
any of the fol-
lowing conditions:
• Engine will not idle when the throttle is
released.
To adjust
idle
speed:
Allow
engine
to idle. Adjust
speed
until
engine
runs without
stalling
(idle speed
too slow).
• Turn idle speed
screw
clockwise
to
increase
engine
speed
if engine
stalls or dies.
• Turn idle speed
screw
counterclock-
wise to decrease
engine
speed.
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Idle Speed Screw
I
Air
_
Filter
Cover
If you require
further
assistance
or are
unsure about
performing
this proce-
dure, contact
your Sears Service
Cen-
ter or call our customer
assistance
help line at 1-800-235-5878.
WARNING:
Perform
the following
steps after
each use:
• Allow engine
to cool, and secure
the
unit before storing
or transporting.
• Store unit and fuel in a well venti-
lated area where
fuel vapors
cannot
reach sparks
or open flames
from
water
heaters,
electric
motors or
switches,
furnaces,
etc.
• Store unit with all guards
in place.
Position
unit so that any sharp object
cannot
accidentally
cause
injury.
• Store unit and fuel well out of the
reach of children.
SEASONAL
STORAGE
Prepare
unit for storage
at end of sea-
son or if it will not be used
for 30 days
or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period
of time:
• Clean the entire unit before
lengthy
storage.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly
oil external
metal surfaces.
FUEL
SYSTEM
Empty the fuel system before storage for
30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,
start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor
are empty. Use
fresh fuel next season.
Under FUELING
ENGINE in the OPERATION section
of this
manual, see message
labeled
IMPORTANT regarding the use of gaso-
hol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alterna-
tive in minimizing
the formation
of fuel
gum deposits during storage. Add stabi-
lizer to gasoline
in fuel tank or fuel stor-
age container.
Follow the mix instruc-
tions found on stabilizer container.
Run
engine at least 3 minutes after adding
stabilizer.
Craftsman
40:1,2-cycle
engine
oil (air
cooled)
is already
blended
with fuel
stabilizer.
If you do not use this Sears
oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer
to your
fuel tank.
ENGINE
• Remove
spark
plug and pour 1 tea-
spoon
of 40:1,2-cycle
engine
oil (air
cooled)
through
the spark
plug open-
ing. Slowly
pull the starter
rope 8 to
10 times to distribute
oil.
• Replace
spark
plug with new one of
recommended
type and heat range.
• Clean air filter.
• Check
entire unit for loose screws,
nuts, and bolts.
Replace
any dam-
aged,
broken,
or worn
parts.
• At the beginning
of the next season,
use only fresh fuel having
the proper
gasoline
to oil ratio.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline
from one sea-
son to another.
• Replace
your gasoline
can if it starts
to rust.
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stop unit and disconnect
spark plug before perform-
ing any of the recommended
remedies
below other than remedies
that re-
quire operation
of the unit.
CAUSE
REMEDY
TROUBLE
Engine
will not
start.
Engine
will not
idle properly.
Engine
will not
accelerate,
lacks
power,
or
dies
under a
load.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
Engine
runs hot.
1. Engine
flooded.
2. Fuel tank empty.
3. Spark
plug not firing.
4. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
5. Compression
low.
il.
Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
::2. Carburetor
requires
adjustment.
3.
Crankshaft
seals
worn.
4.
Compression
low.
:i1. Air filter dirty.
2.
Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
i3. Spark
plug fouled.
}
ii I Carburetor
requires
adjustment.
Carbon
build up.
Compression
low.
,
Choke
partially
on.
i2.
Fuel mixture
incorrect.
i 3. Air filter dirty.
i4.
Carburetor
requires
adjustment.
1. Fuel mixture
incorrect.
i12. Spark
plug incorrect.
3. Carburetor
requires
adjustment.
4.
Carbon
build up.
i 1. See "Starting
a Flooded
Engine"
in Operation
section.
2. Fill tank with correct
fuel mixture.
3. Install new
spark
plug.
;;4. Check
for dirty fuel filter;
replace.
Check
for kinked
or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
i 5. Contact
Sears
Service
(see back cover).
i 1. Check
for dirty fuel filter;
replace.
Check
for kinked
or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
i 2. See "Carburetor
Idle Speed Adjustment''
i
in Service
and Adjustments
Section.
3. Contact
Sears
Service
(see back cover).
4. Contact
Sears
Service
(see back cover).
1. Clean
or replace
air filter.
2. Check
for dirty fuel filter;
replace.
Check
for k nked
or sp t fue
ne;
repair or replace.
i3. Clean
or replace
spark
plug
and re-gap.
i4. Contact
Sears
Service
(see back
cover)•
5.
Contact
Sears
Service
(see back
cover).
6.
Contact
Sears
Service
(see back
cover).
i11. Adjust
choke.
;;2. Empty
fuel tank and refill with
correct
fuel mixture.
;;3. Clean
or replace
air filter.
i4. Contact
Sears
Service
(see back
cover).
i
• See "Fueling
Engine"
in Operation
section.
i2. Replace
with correct
spark
plug.
3.
Contact
Sears
Service
(see back
cover).
4• Contact
Sears
Service
(see back
cover).
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The U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency/California
Air Re-
sources
Board and Sears,
Roebuck and
Co., U.S.A.,
are pleased to explain the
emissions
control system warranty
on
your year 2009 and later small off-road
engine. In California, all small off-road
engines must be designed,
built, and
equipped to meet the State's stringent
anti-smog
standards.
Sears must war-
rant the emission control system
on your
small off-road
engine for the periods of
time listed below provided
there has
been no abuse, neglect, or improper
maintenance
of your small off-road
en-
gine. Your emission
control system
in-
cludes
parts such as the carburetor,
the
ignition system
and the fuel tank. Where
a warrantable
condition
exists, Sears will
repair your small off-road
engine at no
cost to you. Expenses
covered
under
warranty
include diagnosis,
parts and
labor. MANUFACTURER'S
WARRAN-
TY COVERAGE:
If any emissions
re-
lated part on your engine
(as listed un-
der Emissions
Control Warranty
Parts
List) is defective
or a defect
in the mate-
rials or workmanship
of the engine
causes
the failure of such an emission
related part, the part will be repaired or
replaced by Sears. OWNER'S
WAR-
RANTY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
As the
small off-road
engine owner, you are
responsible
for the performance
of the
required maintenance
listed in your op-
erator's manual. Sears recommends
that
you retain all receipts covering
mainte-
nance on your small off-road
engine,
but Sears cannot deny warranty
solely
for the lack of receipts or for your failure
to ensure the performance
of all sched-
uled maintenance.
As the small off-road
engine owner, you should be aware that
Sears may deny you warranty
coverage
if your small off-road
engine or a part of
it has failed due to abuse,
neglect, im-
proper maintenance,
unapproved
modifi-
cations,
or the use of parts not made or
approved
by the original equipment
manufacturer.
You are responsible
for
presenting your small off-road
engine to
a Sears authorized
repair center as
soon as a problem exists. Warranty
re-
pairs should be completed
in a reason-
able amount of time, not to exceed 30
days.
If you have any questions
regard-
ing your warranty
rights and responsibili-
ties, you should contact your nearest
authorized
service center,
call Sears at
1-800-469-4663,
or send
e-mail
corre-
spondence
to emission.warranty@
HCOP-emission.com.
WARRANTY
COMMENCEMENT
DATE: The warran-
ty period begins on the date the small
off-road
engine is purchased.
LENGTH
OF COVERAGE:
This warranty
shall be
for a period of two years from the initial
date of purchase.
WHAT IS COV-
ERED: REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT
OF PARTS. Repair or replacement
of
any warranted
part will be performed
at
no charge to the owner at an approved
Sears Service Center. If you have any
questions
regarding
your warranty rights
and responsibilities,
you should contact
your nearest authorized
service
center,
call Sears at 1-800-469-4663,
or send
e-mail correspondence
to emission.
warranty@
HCOP- emission.com.
WARRANTY
PERIOD:
Any warranted
part which is not scheduled
for replace-
ment as required maintenance,
or which
is scheduled
only for regular inspection
to the effect of "repair or replace
as nec-
essary" shall be warranted
for 2 years.
Any warranted
part which is scheduled
for replacement
as required mainte-
nance shall be warranted
for the period
of time up to the first scheduled
replace-
ment point for that part. DIAGNOSIS:
The owner shall not be charged for
diagnostic
labor which leads to the de-
termination
that a warranted
part is de-
fective
if the diagnostic
work is per-
formed
at an approved
Sears Service
Center. CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES:
Sears may be liable for damages
to oth-
er engine components
caused
by the
failure of a warranted
part still under
warranty. WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
All
failures caused
by abuse,
neglect, or im-
proper maintenance
are not covered.
ADD-ON
OR MODIFIED
PARTS: The
use of add-on
or modified parts can be
grounds for disallowing
a warranty claim.
Sears is not liable to cover failures of
warranted
parts caused by the use of
add-on
or modified
parts. HOW TO
FILE A CLAIM:
If you have any ques-
tions regarding your warranty
rights and
responsibilities,
you should contact your
nearest authorized
service center, call
Sears at 1-800-469-4663,
or send
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TO GET WARRANTY
SER-
VICE: Warranty
services or repairs shall
be provided
at all Sears Service Cen-
ters. Call 1-800-469-4663
or send
e-mail correspondence
to emission.
warranty@
HCOP-
emission.com.
MAINTENANCE,
REPLACEMENT
AND
REPAIR OF EMISSION
RE-
LATED PARTS: Any Sears approved
replacement
part used in the perfor-
mance of any warranty
maintenance
or
repair on emission
related parts will be
provided without
charge to the owner if
the part is under warranty. EMISSION
CONTROL
WARRANTY
PARTS LIST:
Carburetor, air filter (covered
up to main-
tenance
schedule), ignition system:
spark plug (covered
up to maintenance
schedule),
ignition module, muffler in-
cluding catalyst
(if equipped),
fuel tank.
MAINTENANCE
STATEMENT:
The
owner is responsible
for the perfor-
mance of all required
maintenance
as
defined in the operator's
manual.
The information
on the product
label indicates
which
standard
your
engine
is certified.
Example:
(Year)
EPA and/or
CALIFORNIA.
61
I
sl
I
This engine
is certified
to be emissions
compliant
for the following
use:
[]
Moderate
(50 hours)
[]
Intermediate
(125 hours)
[]
Extended
(300 hours)
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