Craftsman 358797770 Owner’s Manual

CRAFTSMAN

Operator's Manual /

1.9 cu.in./32cc 2-Cycle
180 MPH/375 CFM

GASOLINE BLOWERNAOUUM

Model No.

358.797770

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 _Hourslisted are Central Time)

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

530087715 09/09/99

Warranty Statement 2 Storage 10
Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Chart 11
Assembly 4 Emissions Statement 11

Operation 5 Parts List 13

Maintenance 8 Spanish 16

Service & Adjustments 9 Parts and Ordering Back

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN _: GAS BLOWER
For one (1) year from date of purchase, when this Gas Blower is maintained, lubri-

cated, and tuned up according to the instructions in the operator's 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 expend-

able 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 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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LI_ WARNING: Failure to follow all
Safety Rules and Precautions can result
in serious injury.
KNOW YOUR UNIT

• Read your Operator's Manual carefully
until you completely understand and
can follow all warnings and safety
rules before operating the unit.

• Restrict unit to users who understand
and will follow all warnings and safety

rules in this manual.

PLAN AHEAD

• Always wear eye protection when oper-
ating, servicing, or performing mainte-
nance on unit. Wearing eye protection
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.

• Always wear respirator or face mask
when working with unit in dusty envi-
ronments.

• Secure hair above shoulder length.
Secure or remove jewelry, loose cloth-
ing, 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 influ-

ence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

• Keep children, bystanders, and ani-
mals away from work area a minimum

of 50 feet (15 m) when starting or oper-
ating unit.

• Inspect the area before starting the 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.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

• Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame
(including smoking, open flames, or

work that can cause sparks) in the ar-
eas 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.

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• Donotfillfueltankwhileengineishot
orrunning.

•Wipeupfuelspillsbeforestartingen-
gine.

• Moveatleast10feet(3meters)away
fromfuelandfuelingsitebeforestart-
ingengine.

OPERATEYOURUNIT SAFELY

• Stop tile 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.

• 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 or building. Breathing ex-

haust fumes can kill.

• To avoid static electricity shock, do not
wear rubber gloves or any other insu-
lated gloves while operating unit.

• Do not set unit on any surface except
a clean, hard area while engine is run-

ning. Debris such as gravel, sand,
dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by

the air intake and thrown out through
discharge opening, damaging unit,
property, or causing 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 unstable
surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep

slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm footing
and balance at all times.

• Never place objects inside blower tubes;
always direct blowing debris away from
people, animals, 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 equip-
ment attached. When using your unit as

a blower, always install blower tubes.
When using your unit as a vacuum, al-
ways install vacuum tubes and vacuum

bag assembly. Make sure vacuum bag
assembly is completely zipped.

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• Check air intake opening, blower
tubes, vacuum tubes, and elbow tube
frequently, always with engine stopped

and spark plug disconnected. Keep
vents and discharge tubes free of de-

bris 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 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, bar-
becue pits, ashtrays, etc.

• Use only for jobs explained in manual.

MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

• Have all maintenance other than the

recommended procedures described
in the Operator's Manual performed by

Sears Service.

• Disconnect spark plug before perform-

ing maintenance except for carburetor

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 starting

engine and letting it run until it stops.

• Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those recommended by man-

ufacturer 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 dry area out of reach of chil-
dren.

SPECIAL NOTICE: For users on U.S.
Forest Land and in some states, including

California(Public Resources Codes 4442
and 4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New

Jersey, Oregon, and Washington: Certain

internal combustion engines operated on

forest, brush, and/or grass covered land in
the above areas are required to be

equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained
in effective working order, or the engine

must be constructed, equipped, and main-

tained for the prevention of fire. Check
with your state or local authorities for regu-

lationspertainingtotheserequirements.
Failuretofollowtheserequirementsisa

violationofthelaw.Thisunitisnotfactory

equippedwithasparkarrestor;however,a
sparkarrestorisavailableasanoptional
part.Ifasparkarrestorisrequiredinyour
area,contactSearsServiceforthecorrect

kit.Thesparkarrestor,blowertubes,and

nozzlesmustbeassembledtounittobe
infullcompliancewithregulations.

SPECIALNOTICE:Exposuretovibra-

tionsthroughprolongeduseofgasoline

poweredhandtoolscouldcauseblood

vesselornervedamageinfingers,hands,

andjointsofpeoplepronetocirculation

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 numb-
ness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin
color or texture, or loss of feeling in fin-
gers, hands, or joints, discontinue use of

this tool and seek medical attention. An

antivibration system does not guarantee

the avoidance of these problems. Users
who operate power tools on a continual

and regular basis must monitor closely

their physical condition and the condition

of this tool.

CARTON CONTENTS

Check carton contents against the fol-
lowing list.

Model 358.797770

• Blower

• Blower tube

• Nozzle

• Upper vacuum tube

• Lower vacuum tube

• Elbow tube (may be installed in bag)

• Vacuum bag

• Shoulder Strap

• 2-Cycle Engine Oil
NOTE: It is normal for the fuel filter to

rattle in the empty fuel tank.

ASSEMBLY

,_ WARNING: If received assembled,
repeat all steps to ensure your unit is

properly assembled and all fasteners are
secure.

• A standard screwdriver is required for
assembly.

BLOWER ASSEMBLY

BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY

• Assemble the blower tube and nozzle
to the unit (turn clockwise to tighten).

Blower Blower

Tube Outlet

Nozzle X

SHOULDER STRAP ASSEMBLY

(for blower use only)

• Pass the shoulder strap over your
head and onto your left shoulder.

• Snap the hook onto the retainer on the
top handle.

_ Retainer

VACUUM ASSEMBLY
VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY

NOTE: If you received your vacuum bag

with the elbow tube already installed,

proceed to VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY.

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

• Push grooved end of the elbow tube
through the small opening in the bag.

Elbow Tube

Opening

NOTE: Make sure edge of the small
opening is flush against the rib on the

elbow tube.

• Close the zipper on the bag. Make
sure the zipper is closed completely.

VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY
_, WARNING: 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 tubes. The rotating blades

can cause serious injury.

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Small
Opening