Craftsman 358.79731 User Manual

Instruction Manual

(RRFTSMR

24cc/1.4 cu.in. 2-Cycle
200 MPHi400 CFM

GASOLINE POWERED

BLOWER/VAC

Model No.

358.797310

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

• Espa_ol

WARNING:

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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 _HoorslistedareCentre, Th'qe)

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

530087872 8/10/01

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 11
Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Table 12

Assembly 4 Emissions Statement 12
Operation 6 Parts List 14

Maintenance 9 Spanish 17
Service & Adjustments 10 Parts and Ordering Back

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 wilt 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. Ifthis 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 SLOWER TO THE NEAREST

SEARS 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

,IMllWARNING: Failure to follow all
Safety Rules and Precautions can re-

suit in serious injury.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

• Read your instruction manuaI care-

fully until you completely understand
and can folIow all warnings and
safety rules before operating the unit.

• Restrict unit to users who under-

stand and witi follow ait warnings and
safety rules in this manual.

PLAN AHEAD

• Always wear eye protection when op-

erating, servicing, or performing main-
tenance on unit. Wearing eye protec-
tion wiiI 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 meet the require-

ments of ANSi Z87.1.

• 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.

• Do not operate unit when you are

tired, ill, upset, or if you are under the

influence of alcohol, drugs, or medica-

tion.

• 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.

• Inspect area before starting unit. Re-
move all debris and hard objects such
as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can rico-

chet, be thrown, or otherwise cause

injury or damage during operation.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, tT
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.

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• Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area;
store fuel in a cooI, dry, wel_ventilated
pIace; use an approved, marked con-
tainer for al} fuel purposes.

• Do not smoke while handling fuel or
while operating the unit.

• Make sure the unit is properIy as-
sembIed 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 t0 feet (3 meters)
away from fuet and fueling site be-
fore starting engine,

• Always store gasoline in a container
approved for flammabIe tiquids.

OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
_I'WARNING: Stop the engine be-

fore opening the vacuum intet door.
The engine must be stopped and the
impeller btades 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 oi_
and fuel.

• Never start or run engine inside a
closed room, building or other un-
ventilated area. Breathing exhaust

fumes can kilt.

• 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 bIow-

ing debris away from people, ani-
mals, glass, and solid objects such
as trees, automobiles, waits, 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 instat_

b}ower tubes. When using the op-

tiona_ vacuum kit, always instalt vac-

uum tubes and vacuum bag assem-
bly. Make sure vacuum bag assem-
bly is compIete_y zipped.

• Check air intake opening, blower

tubes, and vacuum tubes frequent}y,

a_ways with engine stopped and
spark plug disconnected. Keep vents

and discharge tubes free of debris

which can accumulate and restrict

proper air ftow.

• Never ptace any object in air intake
opening as this coutd restrict proper air

flow and cause damage to the unit.

• Never use for spreading chemicals,

fertilizers, or other substances which

may contain toxic materiaIs.

• To avoid spreading fire, do not use
near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces,
barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.

• Use only for jobs explained in this

manuaI.

MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

• Have all maintenance other than the
recommended procedures described

in the instruction manual performed
by Sears Service.

• Disconnect spark plug before per-

forming maintenance except for car-

buretor adjustments.

• Use only recommended CraftsmanZ
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 start-
ing engine and _etting it run unti_ 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 unitorfuelin a

closed area where fue} vapors can

reach sparks or an open flame from
hot water heaters, e_ectric motors or

switches, furnaces, etc.

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• Store in a dry area out of reach of
children.

SPECIAL NOTICE: For users on U.S.

Forest Land and in some states, in-
cluding California(Public Resources
Codes 4442 and 4443), Idaho, Maine,

Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and
Washington: Certain internal combus-
tion engines operated on forest, brush,
and/or grass covered land in the
above areas are required to be
equipped with a spark arrestor, main-
tained in effective working order, orthe
engine must be constructed, equipped,
and maintained for the prevention of
fire. Check with your state or tocal
authorities for regulations pertaining to
these requirements. Failure to follow
these requirements is a violation of the
taw. This unit is not factory equipped
with a spark arresting muffler; how-
ever, a spark arrestor is available as
an optional part. If a spark arrestor is
required in your area, contact Sears

Service for the correct kit. The spark
arrestor, btower tubes, and nozzles

must be assembled to unit to be in full
compliance with reguIations.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline
powered hand tools coutd cause blood
vessel or nerve damage in the fingers,
hands, and joints of people prone to cir-
culation disorders or abnormal swelling.
Prolonged use in cold weather has been
linked to blood vesse_ damage in other-
wise healthy peopte. If symptoms occur
such as numbness, pain, bss of
strength, change in skin color or texture,
or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or

joints, discontinue the use of this tooI

and seek medical attention. An antivibra-
tion system does not guarantee the

avoidance of these problems. Users
who operate power tools on a continual
and regular basis must monitor cioseIy
their physical condition and the condition

of this toot.

CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-

Iowing Iist.
Model 358.797310

Slower
Blower tube

Elbow tube

Vacuum bag
Upper vacuum tube

Lower vacuum tube

Container of Oil

NOTE: tt is normal for the fuel filter to
rattle in the empty fuel tank.

ASSEMBLY

,_II,WARNING: Stopengine and be

sure the impeller blades have stopped
turning before opening the vacuum in-
Iet door or attempting to insert or re-

move the vacuum or blower tubes.
The rotating blades can cause serious

injury.

WARNING: If received as-

sembIed, repeat all steps to ensure
your unit is properIy assembled and aIl
fasteners are secure.

A standard screwdriver is required
for assembly.

BLOWER ASSEMBLY
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY

If you have a_ready assembled your
unit for use as a vacuum, remove the

vacuum tubes and collection bag.

1. Atign the rib on the btower tube
with the groove in the blower outlet;

slide the tube into place.

NOTE: Tube clamp must be loose
enough to allow btower tube to be in-

setted in btower outtet. Loosen tube
clamp by turning knob countercbckwise.

2. Tighten the tube clamp by turning
the knob clockwise.

3. To remove the tube, turn the knob
counterctockwise to loosen ctamp;

remove tube.

VACUUM ASSEMBLY

VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY

1. Open the zipper on the vacuum
bag and insert the elbow tube.

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