Craftsman 151.30381 Operator's Manual
OPERATOR′S MANUAL
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
SOPLADORA/ASPIRADORA ELÉCTRICA DE
VELOCIDAD VARIABLE Y DE 12 AMPS
Model No.
151.30381
Modelo n
o
151.30381
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
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PRECAUCIÓN:
Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y comprender el manual antes de utilizar
este producto.
VARIABLE SPEED - 12 AMP
ELECTRIC BLOWER / VACUUM
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using
this product.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS / TABLA DE CONTENIDOS
ENGLISH
INTRODUCTION / INTRODUCCIÓN
This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and
dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.
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Esta herramienta tiene muchas funciones para hacerla más agradable y cómoda de usar. Se ha dado máxima
prioridad a la seguridad, rendimiento y conabilidad en las etapas de diseño de este producto para que sea fácil
de utilizar y mantener.
■ Warranty ................................................................... 2
■ Introduction ...............................................................2
■ Important safety instructions .................................3-4
■ Specic safety rules .................................................5
■ Symbols .................................................................6-7
■ Features ................................................................... 8
■ Electrical information ................................................ 9
■ Assembly ................................................................10
■ Operation ................................................................ 11
■ Care and maintenance ........................................... 12
■ Troubleshooting ......................................................13
■ Illustrated parts list ............................................14-15
CRAFTSMAN LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR TWO YEARS from the date of sale, this product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship.
WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective product will be replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web page: www.craftsman.com/warranty
This warranty does not cover the dust collection bag, which is an expendable part that can wear out from normal
use within the warranty period.
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another
person.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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GARANTÍA LIMITADA CRAFTSMAN
DURANTE DOS AÑOS a contar de la fecha de venta, este producto está garantizado contra defectos en sus
materiales o fabricación.
Un producto defectuoso puede reemplazarse por uno nuevo, de manera gratuita, considerando que se presente
una PRUEBA DE VENTA.
Para conocer la cobertura de la garantía y obtener un reemplazo gratuito, visite el sitio Web www.craftsman.com/
warranty
Esta garantía no cubre la bolsa de recolección de polvo, la cual es una pieza desechable que puede desgastarse
debido al uso normal dentro del periodo de garantía.
La garantía de un año se anula si el producto se usa para proporcionar servicios comerciales o si se le arrienda a
otra persona.
Esta garantía le entrega derechos legales especícos que pueden variar según su estado (podría tener otros
derechos adicionales).
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
■ Garantía ..............................Sección de Inglés pág. 2
■ Introducción .........................Sección de Inglés pág. 2
■ Importantes instrucciones de seguridad ................3-4
■ Reglas de seguridad especícas ............................. 5
■ Símbolos ...............................................................6-7
■ Características .........................................................8
■ Información eléctrica ................................................ 9
■ Armado ...................................................................10
■ Funcionamiento ...................................................... 11
■ Cuidado y mantenimiento ....................................... 12
■ Resolución de problemas ....................................... 13
■ Lista de piezas, ilustrada ....................................... i-iv
SPANISH
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS BLOWER / VACUUM
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
■ Do not operate power tools in explosive
environments (such as in the presence of
ammable liquids, gases, or dust), or use to
pick up ammable or combustible liquids,
Power tools create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
■ To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
tool has a polarized plug ( one blade is wider
than the other ) and will require the use of a
polarized extension cord. The plug will t into
a polarized extension cord only one way. If
the plug does not t fully into the extension
cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does
not t, obtain a correct polarized extension
cord. A polarized extension cord will require
the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug
will t into the polarized wall outlet only one
way. If the plug does not t fully into the wall
outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does
not t, contact a qualied electrician to install
the proper wall outlet. Do not change the
equipment plug, extension cord receptacle,
or extension cord plug in any way.
■ Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is grounded.
■ Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions, store indoors. Water entering a
power tool will increase the risk of electric
shock.
■ Do not handle plug or tool with wet hands.
■ Use outdoor extension cords marked W-A,
W, SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A,
IMPORTANT!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL
INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A. These cords are rated
for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric
shock.
■ Never allow children to operate the
equipment. Never allow adults to operate the
equipment without proper instruction.
■ Wear eye protection with side shields which
is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 as well
as hearing protection when operating this
product.
■ Protect your lungs. Always wear a face or
dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
■ Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
■ Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
■ Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all
body parts away from openings, moving parts
and all hot surfaces of the unit.
■ Secure long hair so it is above shoulder
level to prevent entanglement in any moving
parts.
■ Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves,
boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments or
jewelry that could get caught in moving parts
of the machine or its motor.
■ Do not operate the equipment while
barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar
lightweight footwear. Wear protective
footwear that will protect your feet and
improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
■ Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for
your application. The correct tool will do the
job
better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
■ Do not use on steps, a ladder, roof top,
tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing
on a solid surface enables better control of
the blower in unexpected situations.
■ Keep rm footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of
balance.
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■ Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
■ Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the
power switch is not on before plugging in.
■ Do not leave the tool when plugged in.
Unplug from the power outlet when not in
use, before servicing, and before storing the
tool. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Such preventative safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
■ Do not use tool if switch does not turn it
on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
■ Do not use with damaged plug. If tool is not
working as it should or has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, take it to a qualied service dealer for
inspection and possible repair.
■ Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at
least 50 ft. away.
■ Do not operate this unit when you are tired,
ill, upset or under the inuence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
■ Do not operate in poor lighting.
■ Do not put any object into openings. Do
not use with any opening blo cked; keep
openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything
that may reduce air ow.
■ Check the work area before each use.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire, or string which can be
thrown or become entangled in the machine.
■ Never use blower near res, replaces, hot
ashes, barbecue pits, etc., which may cause
re to spread.
■ Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a
handle, close a door on a cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
■ Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
■ Use only identical manufacturer’s
replacement parts and accessories. Use of
any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
■ In a double insulated appliance, two
systems of insulation are provided instead
of grounding. No grounding means is
provided on a double insulated appliance,
nor should a means for grounding be
added to the appliance. Servicing a double
insulated appliance requires extreme care
and knowledge of the system and should
be done only by qualied service personnel.
Replacement parts for a double insulated
appliance must be identical to the parts they
replace.
■ For household use only.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
■ Make sure your extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, be
sure to use one heavy enough to carry the
current your product will draw. A wire gauge
size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended
for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the
cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop
in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating.
■ Do not point the blower nozzle in the
direction of people or pets.
■ Never place blower on any surface, except
a hard, clean surface when motor is running.
Gravel, sand, and other debris can be picked
up by the air inlet and thrown at the operator
or bystanders, causing possible serious
injuries.
■ Never run the unit without the proper
equipment attached. Always ensure the
blower tubes are installed.
■ When not in use, blower should be stored
indoors in a dry, locked up place - out of the
reach of children.
■ Maintain tool with care. Keep fan area
clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for proper maintenance.
■ Do not attempt to clear clogs from tool
without rst unplugging it.
■ Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as
a handle, or pull cord around sharp edges
or corners. Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
■ Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
■ If the power supply cord is damaged, stop
using the unit.Take the unit to a qualied
service dealer for inspection and possible
repair.
■
Save these
instructions.
Refer to them frequently and use them to
instruct others who may use this power tool.
If you loan someone this power tool, loan
them these instructions also.
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read The Operator’s Manual
To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Eye and Hearing Protection
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
Gloves
Wear non-slip, heavy-duty protective gloves when handling
the hedge trimmer and the blade.
Safety Footwear Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment.
Electric Shock
Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe
practices can result in electric shock.
Long Hair
Failure to keep long hair away from the air inlet could result
in personal injury.
Blower Tubes Do not operate without tubes in place.
Loose Clothing
Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air
intake could result in personal injury.
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SYMBOLS
SYMBOL SIGNAL
MEANING
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.
WARNING
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you
read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do
not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not
use this product. Call customer service for assistance.
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We
recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with
side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this
product.
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FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage..................................................................................................................................................120V~ 60Hz
Current..........................................................................................................................................................12 AMP
Air Speed (Max)......................................................................................................................................... 240 MPH
Air Volume ................................................................................................................................................. 380 CFM
Mulch Ratio........................................................................................................................................................ 16:1
Weight .............................................................................................................................................. 4.2 kg (9.2 lbs)
Collection Bag Volume .................................................................................................................... 54L (14 Gallon)
KNOW YOUR BLOWER / VAC
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding
of the information on the tool spacing and in this
operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the
project you are attempting. Before use of this product,
familiarize yourself with all operating features spacing
and safety rules.
MAIN BLOWER TUBE
The main blower tube can be easily installed on blower
without any additional tools.
CORD RETAINER
A convenient cord retainer helps keep extension cord
connection secure during spacing blower operation.
VACUUM TUBES
The mulching tubes can be added without any
additional tools to provide mulching spacing and
vacuuming functionality.
DUST BLOCKER COLLECTION BAG
This Blower / Vac includes a Dust Blocker Collection
Bag that reduces the amount of dust when vacuuming.
SECURE LATCHING GATE LOCK
The latching gate lock assists in keeping gate from
accidently opening during operations.
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ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
DOUBLE
INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric
power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual
threewire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts
are isolated from the internal metal motor components
with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not
need to be grounded.
NOTE:
Servicing of a product with double insulation
requires extreme care and knowledge of the system
and should be performed only by a qualied service
technician. Take the unit to a qualied service dealer
for inspection and possible repair using only identical
replacement parts.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This product has a precision-built electric motor. It
should be connected to a power supply that is 120
volts, AC only (normal household current), 60 Hz.
WARNING!
The double insulated system is
intended to protect the user from shock resulting from
a break in the tool’s internal insulation. Observe all
normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.
Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in
good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged
extension cord or have it repaired by a qualied person
before use.
Keep extension cords away from sharp objects
excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
Use a separate electrical circuit for your tools. This
circuit should comprise a wire of at least 12
gauge and should be protected with a 15 A timedelayed fuse. Before connecting the motor to the
power line, make sure the switch is in the OFF position
and the electric current is identical to that stamped on
the motor nameplate. Running at a lower voltage will
damage the motor.
WARNING!
ALTHOUGH THIS TOOL IS
DOUBLE INSULATED, THE EXTENSION CORD AND
RECEPTACLE MUST STILL BE GROUNDED WHILE
IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM
ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
WARNING!
Check extension cords before
each use. If damaged replace immediately.
Never use product with a damaged cord since touching
the damaged area could cause electrical shock
resulting in serious injury.
Do not operate this product on direct current (DC).
A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power
and the motor will overheat. If your product does not
operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the
power supply.
GFCI
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection
should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be
used for the product.Receptacles are available having
built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS
USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure
your extension cord is in good condition. When using
an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will cause overheating. The table below shows
the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords (AWG)
(when using 120V only)
Ampere Rating Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
More Than Not More Than 25' (7.6 m) 50' (15.2 m) 100' (30.4 m) 150' (45.7 m)
0 6 18 16 16
14
6 10 18 16 14
12
10 12 16 16 14
12
12 16 14 12 Not recommended
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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
■ Carefully remove the product and any accessories
from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the
packing list are included.
■ Inspect the product carefully to make sure no
breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
■ Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
product.
■ If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate
the blower. Return it for replacement to the retailer from
which it was purchased.
ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBE
See Figure 2.
■ Slide blower tube forward until the tab on the blower
housing clicks into the slots on the tube.
■ Insert the concentrator nozzle onto the blower tube
to lock. (Concentrator nozzle is used to increase air
ow in tight areas: ower beds, under decks, etc.).
INSTALLING VACUUM TUBE AND COLLECTION
BAG WITH SHOULDER STRAP
See Figure 3-9.
■ Assemble the vacuum tube sections by aligning and
sliding upper tube into the lower vacuum tube until the
different size tabs have "set".
■ Open vacuum gate. (Fig. 3)
■ Unscrew roller wheels, insert the wheel shaft into the
aperture under the vacuum tube and screw down the
wheels. (Fig. 4)
■ With gate open, align tabs on vacuum tube with
opening inside gate. (Fig. 5)
■ With assembled vacuum tube properly aligned,
insert into aligned gate opening and using the latching
gate lock, lock vacuum tube into place. Make certain
the vacuum tube aligning tab is rmly "seated" before
locking the latch. (Fig. 6)
■ Add collection bag by simply aligning the plastic
connector sleeve on the bag to the blower exhaust.
(Fig. 7)
■ While standing in the operating position adjust the
length to t the operator’s size. pull the tab to lengthen,
pull the strap to shorten. ( Fig. 8-9)
PACKING LIST
Blower / Vaccum
Blower Tube
Vacuum tubes
Concentrator nozzle
Collection Bag
Roller wheels
Operator’s Manual
WARNING!
If any parts are damaged or
missing do not operate this product until the parts are
replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing
parts could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to modify this
product or create accessories not recommended
for use with this product. Any such alteration or
modication is misuse and could result in a hazardous
condition leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING!
Do not connect to power supply
until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could
result in accidental starting and possible serious
personal injury.
WARNING!
Do not use this product if any
parts on the Packing List are already assembled to
your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are
not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and
require customer installation. Use of a product that
may have been improperly assembled could result in
serious personal injury.
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