Craftsman 358794940 Owner’s Manual

Instruction Manual

ICRAFTSMAN°I

25cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle
200 MPH/400 CFM

GASOLINE POWERED
BLOWER/VAC

Model No.

358.794940

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• Espar_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 (Hours listed are Central Time)

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

530165839-01 1/19/05

Warranty Statement 2 Troubleshooting Table 11
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.

Ifthis 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 ISAVAILABLE 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.

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

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dt_ WARNING: 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.

_I_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 protection when 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.

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• 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 tile 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.

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• 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: For users on U.S.

Forest Land and in some states, includ-

ing California (Public Resources Codes
4442 and 4443), Idaho, Maine, Minne-

sota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Wash-

ington: Certain internal combustion en-

gines operated on forest, brush, and/or

grass covered land in the above areas

are required to be equipped with a spark

arresting screen, maintained in effective
working order, or the engine must be

constructed, equipped, and maintained
for the prevention of fire. Check with
your state or local authorities for regula-
tions pertaining to these requirements.

Failure to follow these requirements is a
violation of the law. This unit is not facto-

ry equipped with a spark arresting
screen; however, a spark arresting

screen is available as an optional part. If

a spark arresting screen is required in
your area, contact Sears Service for the

correct kit. The spark arresting screen,

blower tubes, and nozzles must be as-

sembled to unit to be in full compliance
with regulations.

CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-

lowing list.
Model 358.794940

• Blower

• Blower tube

• 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

_.WARNING: 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 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.

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