Craftsman 316.79499 User Manual

Operator’s Manual

2-Cycle

GAS BACKPACK BLOWER

Model No. 316.794990

with

CAUTION: Before using this
product, read this manual and
follow all safety rules and oper­ating instructions.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.

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• SAFETY

• ASSEMBLY

• OPERATION

• MAINTENANCE

• PARTS LIST

9096-320601 date(12/04)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty Page 2
Safety Rules Pages 3 - 8
Assembly Page 9

Maintenance Pages 13 - 15
Troubleshooting Page 16
Repair Parts Page 18

Starting / Stopping instrustion Pages 10 - 11
Operation Page 12

WARRANTY STATEMENT

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS BACKPACK BLOWER

For two years from the date of purchase, when this Blower is used and maintained according to the
operator’s manual, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship free of charge.

This warranty excludes the spark plug and air filter, which are expendable parts that can wear out from
normal use in less than two years.

If this Blower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from
the date of purchase.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THIS BLOWER TO THE NEAREST SEARS
STORE OR SEARS PARTS & REPAIR 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.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS

PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS

KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA

TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR

OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.

SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE

NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the
states of California, Maine, Oregon and Washington.

All U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public
Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon and
Washington require, by law that certain internal combus­tion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-cov­ered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained
in effective working order, or the engine be constructed,
equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire.
Check with your state or local authorities for regulations
pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these
requirements could subject you to liability or a fine. This
unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor. If it
requires replacement, ask a Sears or other qualified serv­ice dealer to install the Spark Arrestor Kit.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your atten­tion to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their
explanations, deserve your careful attention and under­standing. The safety warnings do not by themselves
eliminate any danger. The instructions or war nings they
give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.

SYMBOL MEANING

SAFETY ALERT:

warning or caution. Attention is required in
order to avoid serious personal injury. May
be used in conjunction with other symbols
or pictographs.

NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to

the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings
and safety instructions.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the
operator and/or bystanders.

Indicates
danger,

• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •

SYMBOL MEANING

DANGER:

serious injury to yourself or to others. Always
follow the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

WARNING:

result in injury to yourself and others.
Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and
personal injury.

CAUTION:

result in property damage or personal injury
to yourself or to others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.

Failure to obey a safety
warning will result in

Failure to obey a
safety warning can

Failure to obey a
safety warning may

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING

• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the con­trols and proper use of the unit.

WARNING:

safety rules. Please read these instructions
before operating the unit in order to ensure the
safety of the operator and any by standers.
Please keep these instructions for later use.

• Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

• Children must not operate the unit. Teens must be
accompanied and guided by an adult.

• All guards and safety attachments must be installed
properly before operating the unit.

• Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in
place and secure. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged in any way. Do not operate the
unit with loose or damaged parts.

• Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit.
Remove all debris and hard or sharp objects such as
glass, wire, etc.

•Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a
minimum, keep all children, bystanders, and pets out­side a 50 feet (15 m.) radius; there still may be a risk to
bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders should be
encouraged to wear eye protection. If you are
approached, stop the unit immediately.

When using the unit,
you must follow the

FUEL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING:

vapors can explode if ignited. Take the follow­ing precautions:

• Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and
approved for the storage of such material.

• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do
not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.

• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before
filling the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel
tank, or add fuel, when the engine is hot. Never
operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure
in the tank.

• Add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor area where
there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove the fuel
cap only after stopping engine. Do not smoke while
fueling or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the
unit immediately. Always wipe unit dry before using.

• Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling
source and site before starting the engine. Do not
smoke. Keep sparks and open flames away from the
area while adding fuel or operating the unit.

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Gasoline is highly
flammable, and its

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

WHILE OPERATING

• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this
unit only in a well-ventilated outdoor area.

• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as
meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards and are marked as
such. Wear ear/hearing protection when operating this
unit.

• Never run the unit without the the proper equipment
attached. When using this unit, always install the blow­er tubes depending on blower application.

•To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with
sound level(s), always wear ear/hearing protection
when operating this unit.

•Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves, and a long
sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short
pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair above
shoulder level.

•To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber
gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating
this unit.

• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel.

•Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position
whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and
unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer to
Starting/Stopping Instructions.

• Do not set unit on any surface except 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 by the discharge opening, dam­aging unit, property, or causing serious injury to
bystanders or operator.

• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended
purpose.

• Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of injury at a rate for which it was designed.

• Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such
as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Always
keep proper footing and balance.

• Always hold the unit with a firm grip when operating.

• Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts.
Do not touch or try to stop the impeller when it is rotat­ing. Do not operate without guards in place.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dirt, debris, and any­thing that may reduce the air flow.

• Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get
extremely hot from operation, even after the unit is
turned off.

• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed need­ed to do the job. Do not run the engine at high speed
when not in use.

• Always stop the engine when operation is delayed or
when walking from one location to another.

• Stop the engine for maintenance, repair, to install or
remove the blower tubes attachments. The unit must
be stopped and the impeller no longer turning to avoid
contact with the rotating blades.

• If you strike or come into contact with a foreign object,
stop the engine immediately and check for damage. Do
not operate before repairing damage. Do not operate
the unit with loose or damaged parts.

• Use only original equipment manufacturer replacement
parts when servicing this unit. These parts are available
from your authorized service dealer. Do not use unau­thorized parts, accessories, or attachments for this
unit. Doing so could lead to serious injury to the user,
or damage to the unit, and void your warranty.

• Never use this unit for spreading chemicals, fertilizers or
other substances which may contain toxic materi­als.

•To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark
arrestor. Keep the engine and muffler free from grass,
leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up.

• Tur n the engine off and disconnect the spark plug for
maintenance of repair.

• Never point the blower or blowing debris in the direc­tion of people, animals or in the direction of windows.
Always direct the blowing debris away from people,
animals, and windows. Use extra caution when blowing
debris near solid objects such as trees, automobiles,
walls, etc.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS

• Always disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance or accessing movable parts.

• Never store the unit, with fuel in the tank, inside a build­ing where fumes may reach an open flame (pilot lights,
etc.) or sparks (switches, electrical motors, etc.).

• Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting.
Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.

• Store the unit in a dry place, secured, or at a height to
prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep out of the
reach of children.

• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other
liquid. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from debris.
Clean after each use, see Cleaning and Storage
instructions.

• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use
them to instruct other users. If you loan this unit to oth­ers, also loan these instructions to them.

SPECIAL NOTE: Exposure to vibrations through pro­longed use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause
blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal
swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked
to blood vessel 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 use of this tool
and seek medical attention. An anti-vibration system does
not guarantee avoidance of these problems. Users who
operate power tools on a regular basis must closely
monitor their physical condition and the condition of this
tool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product.
Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information.

SYMBOL MEANING

• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Indicates danger, war ning, or caution.
May be used in conjunction with
other symbols or pictographs.

• READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL

WARNING: Read the

Operator’s Manual(s) and follow
all warnings and safety
instructions. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury to the
operator and/or bystanders.

• WEAR EYE, HEARING AND HARD­HAT PROTECTION

WARNING: Thrown

objects and loud noise can
cause severe eye injury and
hearing loss. Wear eye protec­tion meeting ANSI Z87.1-1989
standards and ear protection
when operating this unit. Wear a
hard hat. Use a full face shield
when needed.

SYMBOL MEANING

• ON/OFF CONTROL

ON / START / RUN

• ON/OFF CONTROL

OFF OR STOP

• MINIMUM OPERATING DISTANCE

WARNING: Keep

children, bystanders, and
animals 50 feet (15 meters)

away. If approached stop unit

immediately.

• UNLEADED FUEL

Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.

•OIL

Refer to operator's manual for the
proper type of oil.

• RED CHOKE LEVER POSITIONS

1 • FULL Choke Position

2 • PARTIAL Choke Position

3 • RUN Position

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

KNOW YOUR BLOWER

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BLOWER COMPONENTS

1. THROTTLE TRIGGER

2. THROTTLE LOCK

3. ON/OFF IGNITION SWITCH

4. TOP ASSIST HANDLE

5. SPARK PLUG WIRE / SPARK PLUG

6. CHOKE LEVER

7. STARTER HANDLE

8. AIR CLEANER COVER

9. FUEL CAP

10. FUEL TANK

11. PRIMER BULB

12. HARNESS

13. CONTROL HANDLE

14. OPERATING TUBE

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15. HOSE CLAMP

16. FLEX TUBE

17. THROTTLE LINKAGE

18. MUFFLER COVER

19. SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN

20. VENTED BACK PAD

21. INTERMEDIATE TUBE

22. 56mm NOZZLE

23. 45mm CONCENTRATOR NOZZLE

24. THROTTLE LINKAGE CLIPS

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