Craftsman 358.797922 User Manual

IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

Operator’s

Manual

Model No.

358.707922-32CC

358.797950~22ec

358.797961-22CC

35a797982~32ce

A WARNING:

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Can Besnlt in Serious Injury.

Always Wear Eye Froteetìon

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GAS POWER BLOWER

2 Cycle Engine

• Assembly

• GperatioB

Fuel Mix

• Maintenance

• Repair Parte

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LMTED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN FOWER BLOWER

WARHANTS KBMOD: One Year - Models 368.7979S0 & 358.797961

Per tim Wan^ty Period spoiled above from the dale of parchase, when tfe Power Blower is maintained, btbicated, and toned up

ajwronjg to toe w^tmg and mamtenaaee mstruct ions in the operator's maimal, Sears will repair free of Ашгве any defect in mate rial or wwkmanship. ’ '

This warranty excludes bbwer tubes, spark plug, and air deansn which are expendable pans and become worn duriogniMriiud rise. If this Power Blower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this wacmity applies for 90 days.

Mbrí I ilv ТИБ UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only white this product is in use in the United States. This warranty gives you spenCc legal rights, and you may al^ have othm- rights which vary from state to swte.

Two Years - Models 358.797922 & 3SS.797982

THE UJCrr TO THE ЖДЕЕ5ТЗЕАВ8 SERVICE CEK'TERBIPAET-

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO./PEPT. D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 69179

TABLE OP CONTENTS

WABNmGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

A. Ogierator Safety ..................

B. Operating Tips*--Blower . C. Operating Tips—Vhcumn

jD. Pre-operation Checks ..,.

., 3 GENERAL MAINTENANCE.........................

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A. Air Filter

B, PuelTfflik ............

C. Starter Rope ... ,'t D. Storage - -

F. TEotiiSa ShontiTie'Chart. ’...

ACGESS€№S

REPAIR PARTS LKT -

QinCK-REFERENCE PAGE..........................

PARTS AND SERVICE

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SPECIFICATIONS

10 10

ib 10 12

ENGINE TYPE: DISPLACEMENT;

2 Cycle Air Cooled

22cc-- *

Model 368.797950 Model 358.797961 ,

32cc—

Model 358.797Se2 Model 358.797982

ENGINE RPM:

Operating—^7000 -7600-

All Models

Idle—3800-4600—

AH Models

IGNITION: _ CARBURETOR: ON/OFF SWITCH: STARTER:

Solid State AU Position Diaphragen SPARK PLUG GAP:

Positive Rocker Switch MODULE АШ GAP: Auto Rewind

FUEL TANK: l8;6fl.OZ.

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SE »,»0;<7$S.IS$; <4Ce.l0«; 0299.074. Othe

VS. tai

fongu »Мент peater ‘

MUFFLER; AIR VELOCITY:

AtR VOLUME:

ШШКРШСк

LUBRICATION:

Lo Tone .

155 mph—

Model 358.797950 Model 358.797961

170 mph**—

. . Moda^.797922

Model 358.797982

350 cuil-Anin.—

Model 358.797950 Model 368.797961

360 ca.ftAnin.—

Modd35U97922 Midel ^1^982

CU-ST(Cat, No. n-85853) ,025” .

.010”-.014” Gaso£ne/Oil №xture—

See “Fu^gYourEngme”

ON/OPF Switch

Rear Handle

(Model

18,797982

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A WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Failure io follow all Safely Rules and Precauiions can result in serious injury.

A. KNOWYOUK UNIT

1. Read yotir Operator’s Manual carefully rnitil you completely understand and can follow a]] warn ings and safety instructions before operating unit.

Z, Restrict yeur unit to users who understand and

will follow all wartjiixp and safety instructions in .

this manual.

B. FLAN AHEAD

l;;,Alzc<tys wear eye protection to prevent rocks or

debris from being bhwn or ricocheting into ^'e$ and face which can result in blindness andfor other seri ous injury.

2. Always wear a ret^irator or facemaslc when working with the unit in dusty enviromnents.

3. Always wear hea^vy, long pscDts> boots^ and gloves. Do not M barefoot or wear short pants,

sandals, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing wtth loosely han^g straps, ties, tassels, etc.; they can be caught in moving Secure;^sdr so it is above shoulder length, Beingfuily covir'ed will bdp pro

tect you from pieces of tooc plants suidi as poison

ivy ttffown by the blade, which could be more of a

hazard than touching the plant itself

4. Do not operate the unit when you are tired, ill, upset, or tf you are under the influence of alcohol, dmgs, or medication.

5. Keep children, bystanders, and animals away

from tHe work area a minimum of 30 feet wkmstarting or operating the unit.

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

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

. «wise cause injury or damage during operation,

C. HANDLE FUEL WTTH CAUTION

1. Eliminnte all sources of sparks or flame (in

' duding smoMng, open flames, or work that can

cause ^arks) in areas where fuel is mixed, poured,

or stored.

2. Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor arem; store fhel in a cool, dry, weB—ventilated place; use an ap

..,. proved, marked cmtainw for.all |p^;paposes. ^ .

not aasdfee whRe handlii^^teror wnite ’

'Operating the unit. -

4. Do not ^ fuel task while engitie is running.

3. Stop the engme before reinovragthe fbel cap,.

Allow the engine to cool before reeling.

6. Wipe up aUfuel spills &^rc starting engine.

7. Move at least 10 feet away fkom ftiel and fuel ing site before starting the mtgine.

p. OPERATE YOUB UNIT SAFELY

1. Stop the engine before opening the vacnunt inlet door or attempting to insert or remove the

: vacuum tubes. Ji^^nginem^^tg^pped and the

impeller bladekiwphget toipi|3gi^^ serious inijuiy from therotatinghlades.

2. Inspect the entire unit bef>re each use for worn,

loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until the unit is in proper working order.

3. Keep the outside surfaces free of oil and fueL

4. Never start or run unit inside a closed room

6. Never use for spreading dhemicals, fertiliz ers, or any other material which may contain toric substances.

7, Do not set the unit on any surface except a

dean, hard area to start the engine or while the engine is running. Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could 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.

S, Avoid dangerous enviromnents. Do not use in

unventilat^ ateas or where erqplteive vapors or

carbon monoxide build up could be present.

3. Avoid situations which could set the collec tion bag on fire. Do not vacuum discarded cigars

or cigarettes or ash'from fireplaces, barbecue pits, brush pües, etc. To avoid spreading fir^ do not use blower near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrcys, etc.

10, Do not overreach or use from unstable sur

faces suds as ladders, trees, steep tuoflops, ete. Use extra care when cleaning on stairways. Keep firm footing and balance at all tiroes.

11. Never placé objects inside the blower tubes; always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, auto

mobiles, 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. Do not allow ^ unit to be used as a toy.

12, Never place any object in the mr intake open

ing as this could restrict proper air flow and cause

damage to the unit.

13. Mever ran unit without the proper^equljj^ ment attached. When used as gblower, always in stall ablowertube, When used as a vacutan, always

install vacuum tubes and collection bag assembly.

. 14.Use only for jobs esplainedln this manual.

E.MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

1. Have all maintenance other than the recommended

promkîresdescïfliedhîliié Gperatoris Manual per

. formed by your Sears Serrice Center.

2. Disconnect spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor ^nstment.

3. Use only genuine replacement parts as xedommendedl^ Sears to avoid creating a hazard and/or

voiding your wairanty-

4. Check air intake openings, blower tubes, el

bow tube, and vacuum tabes frequently; al~

, ivayswithfrieenj5bttestopped, Keepventsandtubes

free of debris which can accummate and restrict

.. ror Sow. ;

5. Befoi^ storing the unit, use up fuel left in

carbaretor and mellhies by starting the engine and" letting it run until it stops;. See “Stor^” section.

3. Do not use any accessory or attacbiEent other thanthoserecommendedbySearsforusewithyour

7. Dd not store the unit or fiiel in a closed area

3. To avoid sliock from static electricity, do not* wear robber or anv other insulated gloves whileotte.^,. ,

eratiag the unit. . .ss

If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good Judgement.

Contact your Sears Service Cenieg/Deparpnent if you need assistance.

from hot water heaters, dectricmotois or switches,

.furnate§.etc, , ,

»;• ■ Storb Ш ai dry area out of reach of children.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

A.INTEODOCTION

Your blowor is a hi^ performance product for tou^ jobs.

Special'Eeatures include:

• for fme-handed operation.

• DixectBrive.

a Viferation—Dampened Handle.

• Wei^t - 12 lbs.

• Comrenientx^rii^t storage.

• ATailable Gutter Attachmmt Kit #358.79992

B. UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Hemove contents from, the carton if you have nc^ done so. ,

2. Check parts against the Carton Contents List

3. Bbcamine parts for damage. Do not use

parts.

A mUfyyofO'SeanSmAi^CaderlEhpftrtmmtirmne-

NOTE

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empty fiiei tank.

It Your unit is factory equipped wiUi a vibra-

t—dampened handle whida causes the handle to appear to be loose. This condition Is normal the Safety Notice at the bottom of this page.

NQTEi. Your u^'lm been factory tested and the car

buretor precisely adjusted. '№e3№fore,iti&possib!e to smell gasoline or to find a drop of ou/fuel readne

on the muffler.

CARTON GONTENTS Bowerhead ‘'1

Blower Tvdie i Concentrator Nozzle 1

flare Nozzle 1 Vacuum Collection Bag 1 Upper VacBum Tube 1 Lower Vacuum l\ibe 1 Elbow Tube 1 2-cyde En^e Oil i Operator's Manual (not shown) 1

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Models

358.797950 358,797961

ASSEMBLY

A.PREFARATION

%nxr Operetoir^s Maxniid has been devejo{^ to h^ jpou assemble the uultand toimderstaitd its safe opera'

tkm.- It is iiai>ortai2t that you read your manual com pletely to become familiar with the unit hefore you be-

t. BEAD YOliBOPERATOa'S MANUAL.

2» The <mly tool required is a standard screwdriver. NOTE; Toease assembly; lubricate lockingtrfts before

assembling tubes.

B'BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY

L Locatethetwolockingtabsonthesideoftbeblower

tube. Figure 1.

2. AMgn the grooves on the hozrle with the locking tabs on the blower tube and push the nozzle onto the blower tube.

3. Tom the nozzle clockwise until the parts snap into . place and are firmly ti^teued.

4. Align Grooves on the Blower Tube with Locking

Tabsiathe Blower Outlet 0?gure 1, inset) andpu^ the Blower Tube into the Blower Outlet.

5. Tom the Blower Tidie clo«ikwise until the parts snap into place and are firmly tighttaied-

a VACOtJM BAG ASSEMBLY

1. ' Opfio. the zijmer on thelai^ end of the vacurunhag.

2. Insert the Elbow Tube, grooved end first, throu^

_ the z%)p^ tpeningin the vaonim bag (Figure 2).

Then, pu^ the grooved end of the Elbow Tube throughthebagtubecpemngin&eotfaerendofthe bag. Kg^es2&3. Imke sure the bagtobeqpenmg

. is Qush against the tube flimge. Figure 3.

'3.- caosetbezipt^onthebag. fekesuretheKtoperis

'»dosed compLeteb^ and the zipper seam is tm£edto-

-ward the inside of the bag. Figure 4 Onset).

D. VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY

AWABNING

Stop the engine before opening the vactmm inlet ntntobes. Theeni^eniastbestoppecland&elni'

pdQ^. blades no longer torrilng to acvoid serions

injgry fifom the rotatingbladeg.

1. Remove the blower tube fimm the engine. Figure 4

2. Settheunit,bloweroutletup,onaflBtsuifaeeG^-

ure 3). Open the vacuum imet cover as follows: a. Irwert a screwdriver into latA area. Figures,

h. -Gently twist the tip of tiie screwdriver and oj^

&e vacuum inlet <»ver with your other hand.

3i HoH open vacuum inlet^vCT ^d aliga ^e^tr^

side the vacumn inlet. Figure 6. Insert upper vacutna into the vacuum miet; twist the upp®* vac uum tube docfcwise imtil parts snap together.

4 Assemble the vacuum tubes by aligning the slanted

end of the lower vacuum tube witfi the Wowcroutlet

as shown in Figure 6,_Push the two tubes together

-until thcy are snug. Ftgui'g-fe 7

NOTE? The bottom end of the lower vacuum tube is

. ;?^,cut:at an angle. Mafes siire slanted end of vacuum

tuhe h aligned with blower ouilet. Figure 6.

Vacuum M?^.Covkc ; ; i', -'^tcuum.Ialet

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S- To attach lite vacuum bag, aSgn. the grooves 611 the

elbow tube with the lod&g tabs imsde the blower

qutìet. Figure 1 (inset). Be sure to align the dot on

the dbow tube wth the dot on ihe blower honrfng. Insért elbow tube into blower outlet; twist elbow tube counterdockwise until parts snap together.

6. A#ist the vacuum collection bag at the dhow tube to remove any twists. Figures.

E. STOULDm STRAP ^JUSTMEìSÌT

„----------Collection Bag are positioned on your rigfat'-hand side. sigure S. .

Place collecticm bag strap around, your back and

over your left shoulder. Snap collection bag hook

onto the strap retainer in the top handle. Figure s.

3. EJctendyourri^tanutowardtherearofthecoUection bag. Figure 8.

4. Adjust the Moulder strap until the collection bag/ shoulder strap seam liesoetween your thun^ and

index finger. Figures.

6. Maj^ sure the shoulder strap is adjusted to aQow a . Ìréèfibwofairfronitheelbowtube, iiguraS. iftbe

Bag is kinked, the unit will not operate properly.

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. Make surethe Blower Outlet and

prilli posi-

ube on the

E BLOWEK CONVERSION

1. Stop the engine. Allow the engine to cooL

2. Eemove the vacuum tubes and coliectfon bag as

sembly.

^3. Secure the vacuum inlet cover. Make.sorelhat the

latch on the vacuum islet ^c^ii^fastened.

4. BeinstaUtheblowerhibesasshowninme^Blower Tube Assembly** section.

BoddngTabs

Figure?

Collection Bag/ Shoulder ^ap Seam '

SteapBetainer

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Figured

USING YOUR UNIT

A. OPERATOR SAFETY

A WASHING

Bo not assemble or disassmshle vacuum tuba wiiilethean^^eisriiigmmg. Insextingorremov* ingthe vacoftm t^e while the engine is rtmniros

can resnlt‘'1n serious injury. Always stop the mxgine find discoimect the spmrh plug l^ore un-

oi^^^^lleciaon. ba^.

As a blower, the unit is des^ned to sweep ^ri^

gras%^^:j^w^@avss, small tensor light snow. It can alsp № HHtfast dryingwet outhmraix^sudbasa

sidews^ carport, etc.^ Never use for spreadi&g

' misting dhemicals, fertilizer^ or any Pthmr maim-

aib which may contain toxic substancés. As a vaca-

tempt to vacuum stones, gravd, nmtal, brokmi ^iss, enr

ai^ other debris which rnay cause damage to tbehn^-

texi Do not atimpt to vaetam water or any oth&‘lig-’ tads- *l%umundi%wat№orQtherU<piichiwjllcausedam-

s^totheeii^ine. Avmdsituatiora that could catch the collection bag on-fire. Do not operate near an open

not vacuum discardbd dears or ctearettes or

ashfrcTO fireplaces, baihecue pits, brush p^, etc.

h Beadi your Operator's Hanttial. sure you

oompletdy understand and can follow all warnings and safety insbructious in the manual before operat ing die unit.

2. Always wear a respirator or facemash when workhig in dusty environments.

-^rAJflPSys wear eye protection to prevent roihs or d^rts from betttg-haifea.or deecheting into ey^s

aSS face which cairifimt in blindness or other sm-

ous injury.

Rear Handle

-Use

BLOWER OPEBATION‘=

4. ' Alw«^ wear beavjs long pants, hooti^ and 0oves. Do not go barefoot or routs, sand^ jewdry, loose ‘dothins witn loTOd^hangmgstscanSffre^ tasselsj etc. Secarehair so it Is dbdve ^oulo^ length. Being fiiQy covered will help protect you from pfeces of tmuc plants sudi as poison ivy thrown by toe blade, which could be more of a hmiard than touching the plant itseE

5. Check toe unit before each operation. Look for worn, loose, missing, or dama^ ^arts. Ito not USB the umt tmtfldt-ts-m-ptoper workiug si'dai:

6. Inspect area before startog Remove all debris and objects such as-rockspi|!ass, wite,large stidis, etc., that can cause damai^ darirg op eration.

Eye

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VACUUM OPERATION

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