Craftsman 358.797922, 358.797982, 358.797921, 358.797950 User Manual

IMPORTANT MANUAL

Operator's

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Manual

Model No.

358.797922-32cc

358.797950-22cc

358.797961-22cc

358.797982-32cc

A WARNING:

Read the Operator's Manual and

F_o__am.,AILW_ Safety

_t_¢ti__ TOvo so

Ca_ Result in Serous Injury.

Always Wear Eye Protection

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GAS POWER BLOWER

2 Cycle E_gine

• Assembly

• Operation

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Fuel Mix I

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

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|_ : _, - Mc4els 358.7979t_0 & 358.797961
_] Two ears - Modal_ 358.79%922 & 368.797982

[_ For the W_ey Pe_gd sp_Ie_ _ove from the date of purchase, when this Power Blo_zr is maintatued_ _ubric_ted, and tUaed u_

_,| _ warranty excludes blower t_e_, spark plug, a_d air deane_; _ich _xe expendable parts and become worn dufingnvrmai use.

_| If this Power Blower m used for commet_dal or rental pur_se_. _ werran_" applies for 90 days.

•_| WAF.I_ "TI'SERVIC_ IS AVAILABL_ BYRETUI_LNG THE U2qlT TO THE _AREST SEARS SERVICE _NT_RDEP._RT-
[i{ MEriT 1N THE UNITED STATES, This wm'fan_- applie_ only wh_e this product is in use in the United States.

_| Thi_ warranty gives _u ._eific legal rights, and yo_ may al_e have o_her tights whiCh _r from s_ate to _-'_le,

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WAI_NINOS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .. 3

KNOW YOUR UNIT " 4

ASSEMBLY ................................ 5

USING YOUR UNIT ......................... 6

• _ Operator Safety .. ......... :-.......... 6

B. Operating Tips_ - Blower .... :.... ......

C. Operating Til_s--Vacuum ..,_ ........ 7

D. Pre-operation Checks . ............. _. 7 7

ENGINE INFORMATION .................... 8

A. FuelingYour Engine ... _ _............. 8

B. Starting Instructions .................. 8

C. Carburetor Adjustments ......... _.... 9

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL M.a_ITEN._ICE ................. I0

A. Air Filter .............. . ............. 10

B. Fue! Tank ............................ 10

C. Starter Rope ... :_..................... 10

Do Storage .............................. 12

. E. T!_b-leShootingChart. ............. _ 12

ACCEqSORIES ............. ................. .1_

REPAIR PARTS LIST ........................ !3

QUICK'REFERENCE PAGE .................. 16

PARTS AND SERVICE .............. Back Co_,er

ENGINE TYPE:

DISPLACEMENT:

ENGINE RPM:

2 Cycle Air Coded

_22cc- -

Model 358.797950

Model 358.797961

32ce- -

Model 35&797922
Model 358.797982

Operatin" g- -7000-7600.

All Models

Idle- -3800-4600- -

All Models

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Positive Rocker

MoD z

Auto Rewind

'i!8,6 ft. oz. ............. LUBRICATION:

Thr e Rear

Muffler

Plug

Blower

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Rope

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WARNINGS.................................AND SAFETYINSTRUCT!0NS -

Failu)_.to follow all Safety Rules and Prdeardions can result in serious injury.

A.KNOW YOUR UNIT

1. Read your Operator's Manual carefully ur_tfl
you completely understand and can follow all warn-

ingsand safety instructionsbefore operatingunit.

Z. Restrict your unit to users who understand and

follow all warnings and safety, instructions in .

_thls manual.

B. PLAN AHEAD

l"..:_[ways wear eyeproteetion to prevent rocks or

..debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and

face which can result in blindness andlor other seri-

ous mjuryo

2. Always wear a respirator or facemask when

working with the unit in di_sty environments.

3. Always wear heav_ long pants, boots, and

gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear short pants,

sandals,jewelry,looseclothing,or clothingwith

loosely hangingstraps, ties,tassels,etc_;they canbe

•caught in moving _. Secure;_]_ir so it is above

shoulderlength.Beingfullycov6Fedwillhelppro-
tectyou from piecesof_ic pla_ts suchaspoison
ivy"thrown by theblade,which couldbe more ofa

hazardthantouchingtheplantitse]£

4, Do not operate the unit when you are fired, ill,

upset, or ffyou are trader the influence of alcohol,
drugs, ormedication.

5. Keep children, bystanders, andanimals away

from.the work area a mirdmum of 3Ofeet wher_start-

ing or operating the unit. .

6. Inspect the areahefore starting the unit. Re-
move all debris and hard objects such as rocks,

glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or oth-

.. exw]secause injury or damage during operation,

C, HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

L Elimizmte all sources of sparks or flame (in-

.. , " clud_g smoking,open flames,or work that can

causesparks)inareaswhere ft_elismixed,poured,

orstored.

2. _ and pour fuelin an outdoor area;stor_

fuel in a c0ol, dry, well-ventilated place;, use an ap-

......proved, marked container for_._d_nrposes ....

;,%_'I_ m:ct_a_ke while h_ndiii_:_ih'_or w_i|e

"" :"_q_erating the unit. . . • '.'" '

• 4,..Do not fill fud tmuk w_ile en_e Is running.

5._ Stop the engine before removmgthe fuel cap,_

"Allow the engine to cool before refueling.

6. Wipe up allZuel spills/_J_orestsrtingengine;

7. Move at least 10 feet away from fuel and fuel.
ing site before starting the engine.

D. OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY :

li Stop the engine before opening the vaenum free o£ debris Which can accumulate and restrict

inIet door or attempting to insert or remove the proper air flow. :

" -vacu,,um,t,_b_"_T._--_e_glne_-_'-_ ppe-dandthe "" _. Before storing t[_ unit,use up fad leftinthe__:'

_mpeaer maae_u_ger"tm_ng_.:Tavom seno_ carburetorand furllines by startingtheeng."eand=..

injuryfrom the rotatlngblades.

2. Inspect the entire unit before each use for wo r_ lettingit run until it stops. See _Storpge section.

loose,missing,ordamaged parts.Do notuseuntil 6. Do not use any accessoryor attachmentother

theu_dtisinproperworkingorder, thanthoserecommendedby Searsforusewithyour

3, Keep the outside surfaces free ofoil and fuel. unit.

4. Never start or run unit inside a closed room 7. D6 not store the unit or fuel in a closed area

from staticelectrictt_do not fromhotwaterheaters,e]ectricmotorsorsv_tches,

wear rubber or anyother insulated glov.es..,whileLo._._::: ..... furnace s_etc, , ' . - _ .

erating the unit. _ _g;" Store _:_dry area out ofreae_ ofbhildren,

If sltuations occur which are not covered m th_s manual, ase care arzd goodj_dgeme_ .

Contact your Sears Service Center/DepOt if you need assistance, _ 3 -

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6. Never use for apreadin_ chemicals, fertiliz,
ers, or any other material w_ich may contain toxic

substance_

7. Do not set the unit on any surface except a
clean, hard area to start the engine or while

the engine is running. Debrissuchas gravel.

sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air
intake and thrown out through the discharge open-

ing,damagingthe unit, property, or causing serious
injury to bystanders or the operator.

8, Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in

unventilated areas or where explosive vaporsor
carbon monoxide build up could be present.

9. Avoid situations whmh could se_ the collec-

tion bag on fwe, Do not vacuum discarded cigars
or cigarettes or ash,from fireplaces, barbecue pits.

brush piles, etc. To avoid spreading fire, do not use

blower nearleaforbrushfires,Rreplaces,barbecue

pits, ashtrays, etch.

IO.Do not overreach or use from unstable sur.

faces such. as ladders, troe_ steepsl_pe_ rooftops,
etc_ Use extra care when'cleaningon stairways.

Keep firm footing and balance at all times.

ll.Never place objects inside the blower tubes;

alwaysdirectthe blowingdebrisaway from people,

animals,glass,andsolidobjectssuch_strees,auto-

.mobiles,Walls,etc.The forceofaircancausereeks,

dirt_,orstickstobethrovatortoricochetwhichcan
hurtpeopleoran/raMs,breakglass,orcauseother

damage. Do not allow the unit to be used as a toy.

I2,Nevex place any object in the air intake open-

ing as th_ couldrestrict proper air flow and cause
damage to the unit.

13.Never run unit-wlthout the proper_equil _-
me_t attached. W_en used as._blower, aIways in-

stallablowertube.When usedasavacuum,always

install vacu_ tubes and collecUon hag assemb}y.

,I4.Use only for jobs explained_n this m_uaL

E. MPAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

L Have all maintenanca other than the rec0mmended

p_ descn_oedin_heOperator'sManual per-

. formedbyyo_trSearsSer'.-iceCenter.

2, Disvonneet spark plug before performing

maintenance except"for carburetor a&_tmtment.

3. Use only genuine replacement l_arts as recbm.

mended by Sears to avoid creatinga hazard and/or
voiding your warr_ty.

4. Cheek air zutake openings, blower tubes, el-

bow tube, and vacuum tuhes frequentl_ aL

wayswiththeen_mestopped. Keepventsandtubes

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•KNOW YOUR D CIT

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A. INTRODUCTION

Your blower is a high performance product designed

for to_job_

Special: Features include:

• Top handle for one-handed operation.

• Direct Driv_

• Vibration-Dampened Handle.

• Weight- I2 lbs.

e Convenlent upright storage.

• Available Gutter Attachment Kit #358.79992

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B. UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

•1. Remove contents from thecazton if you have not
done so. ,

2. Checkparts _ the CartonContents

8. Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged
arts.

.dlatety if apart _ missing or danuiged.

It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in an

_ empty fuel tauk_

Powerhead .... i

Blower Tube !

Concentrator Nozzle" 1
Flare Nozzle 1

Vacuum Collection Bag 1

Upper Vacuum Tube 1
Lewer ,Velum Tube I

Elbow Tube 1
2-cycleEngine 011 1

Operator's Manual (not shown) 1

Your unit is factory equipped with a _4bra-

ti0n-damlDened handle which causes the hence to
appe_arto_ loose. This condition is normal. See

the Safety Notice at the b6ttom ofthis page.

Your unit'has been factory tested and the car-

buretor prec_ ely adjusted. Therefore, it ispossible
to smell _oline otto find a drov of oil/fuel re_idtm

on the muffler.

• Models

7_ _ 358.797961

_8 _ 358.7979_0

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I ASSEMBLY

A.PREPARAT ON

Your Operator's Manual has been developed to help
you assemble the unit and to understand its safe opera_;-

fion._ It is importer that you read your mauual com-
pletely to become familiar with the unit befvre you be_

' gin assemb_. Blower

L READ YOUR OPE_ATOR'S MANUAL

2. The only tool required is astandard screwdriver.
To ease assembly, lubricate locking tabs before

assembling tubes.

Bo BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY

L Locate the two lockingtabs on the side ofthe bIower

tube. Figure 1.

2.Alignthegrooveson thefiozzlewiththe locking

tabsonthe blower tube and push the nozzle onto

the blower tube.

3. Turn the noz_e dock-wise untiI the parts snap into

• .phce and arefirmlytightened. , .

4. _Mign Grooves on ttIe Blower Tube with I.ec_g

• e BlowerTube into the Blower Outlet.

5. Turn the Blower Tube clockwise until the parts
snap into placeand arefirmlytightened.

•C.VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY

1...Open'thezipperonthelarge'endofthevacuum bag.

2. InserttheElbowTube, groovedend first,through

• the zipper openiag in the va__um beg _ 2).

Then, push the grooved _ of the Elbow Tube

through the bagtube openingin theother end ofthe
bag.Figures2 &3. Makesurethebegtubeopening

• _sflushagain_thetubeflauge. Figure&

"3..Closethe zipper on theb_t_ Make sure the zipper is

.!:,:_dosedcompletely and the zipper seam is tucked to-

.:.'wa.'_l.theinside of the beg. Figure 4 (inset).

mower 1,met) dp h

Locking _

D.VACWJUM TUBE ASSFAdBLY

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i Stop.the engine before opening thevaeuum inlet !

| debt or _em_ =_g _ _er_ _ _ the vacu-i

l 'ramtubes. The engine must be st_pped and the Im-I

| p e!!@r,blades no longer tur-aing to avoid serious]

•'I_-a.ryfromthe _ta_t_ bhde_ ............ I

1. Remove the blowertubefromthe engine. Figure 4,

2. Settheunit_Mower outletup,on aflatsurface (Fig-

ura 5).Open thevacuum iv-letcoverasfollows:

• _u Insertascrewdrivei"int_latcharea._gu:re5.

=b..Gently twist the tip ofthe screwdriver and open

l;he_m_um inlet cover with your other hand.

_; -Holdopenvacuum inlet.coverandalignthe _es

• on, the upper vacuum tu_e with the I_:_f_:,_'_m -
s_de the vacuum inlet, Figure 6. Insert the upper

" . rac:m_minto the vacuum inlet; twLstthe upper vac-

uum tube clockwise until parts snap together.

4, Assemble the vacuum tubes by aligning the danted

end of the lower vacuum tube with the blower outlet

as shown in Figure 6. Push the two tubes together

'_ower'vacuum:tube is

• ::_cu.t:at an angle. Make sure slanted end of vacuum
'__ •'_:.__:'_.b_e_se_ignedwlth bloweroutlet.Figure 6.

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,t,

5- To attzch the vacuum b_, _ign the grooves on the "

elbow tube with the locking t_s inside the blower

qutlet_ Figure 7 ('.reset). Be sure to align the dot on

the .elbowtubew_ththe doton the blowerhousing.

mser_ e_ow tubeintobloweroutlet;twistelbow
tubecounterclockwiseuntilpartssnap together.

6. Adjustthevacuum collectionbagattheelbowtube

tO remove anytwist_Figure 8,

E.SHOUI_ER STRAP ADJUSTMENT

1. ,_r_ y_dr le_ hand hold the unit in an upright po_i.

•, _tion, supporting me Lower Vacuum .Tube on the
.._vundiFigureS. Make suvethe Blower Outlet and

. Collection Bag are pasitioned on your rlght-hand

side.Figure8:

2."Placecollectionbag strap around,y?ur back and

overyour leftshoulder.Snap collectionbag hook

' onto the strap retainer in the top handte. FigureS.

3. _ndyour right arm toward the rear of the collec-
tion bag. Figure8. •

4. Adjusttheshoulderstrapuntilthe collectionbag/

• shoulder strap seam lies _between your thumb and
indexfinger.Figure 8.

• 5.Ma_ suretheshoulderstrapisadjustedtoallowa

:f_Ylbwofairfromtheelbowtube_Figure& Ifthe _-

:-Bag iskiuked_theunitwillnotoperateproperly.

E BLOWER CO_RSION

1. Stop the engine. Allow the eng_e to cool.

2. Remove the vacuum tubes and collection bag as-

semb!_

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usING YOUR UNIT

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OPERATOR SAFETY

A WARNING

Do not assemble or disassemble the.vaenum tube
W]itle the engine is framing. Ius_mg OZ"remov-

ing the va._cmtm t_ube while the engine is running
can result_ serious _ Always stop the en-

,.f_e and diseo.nnect the sp_k plug.l_ore un-

e_oggsng the .u_nt or performmgany maintenance

on _e eonee_'on ba_. ........ "

As a blower, the unit is _ to sweep debris,

_',_. __l_jn___..smalltwig_ or light snow. It can

/3. Secure thevacutuninletcover.Makersurethatthe

latchonthevacuuminietcoverissecurd_yfestened.

4. gelast_ the blowertubesasshownin_e "Blower

soctior_

Collection Bag/

Shoulder Strap

Seam

Figure 8

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,Eye

•o__g _emic_, fe._"e_ orkuyomermaren•

als wh_ may _ntatn t_xic substanc_ A_. a vacu-

ran, the unit is demgned to pickup dry materL_ such as

leaves, grass, sm_ twigs, andbits of paper. Do not at-
any omer aeons wmc_ may cause damage _o menn_._

let. Do rot attempt to vacuwn water or any other l_.

Vasuum_" watey,or other H_ids will cansedam-

a_. to the engine. Avoid situations that couldcatchthe

coltecfion bag on-fire.Do not operatenear an open

_'D_ notvalutadiscardedtigersor_ or

a_'_rom firepisr_, barbecue pits,brush pries, etc.

1, Read your Operator's Manual, Make sure you

completelyun_d and canfollowallwarnings
and safety instructions inthe manual b_fore operat-

ingthe unit.

2. AIweys wear a respirator or facemask when
working in dusty environments.

_ys we_ eye protection to prevent rabks or

anuTacewidencaU_r_t m blb_dnessorother seri-

ousinj_.

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"4,r_Ways Wear heav_ long pants, boots_ and

gloves. Do not go fba_.e_._,t or _._ pan._,

_anda_ jewelry,loo_ elo__'g with

looselylmuging_t]es_ tas_ls, etc. Secu_hair
soit is ab0_e shoulderlength.Beingfully covered

help protect you tYom pieces oftoxic plants such

as poison ivy thrown by the blade, which co_d be
more of a hazard than touching the plan..titsott

5. Cheek the unit before each operahon. Look

forworn,loose, missing, ordamaged l_arts.Do not

debris and object__, wire_-

large sticks, etc., that can caUSe damage dm-ingop_

• eration.