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: IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not 1'hrow=:Away
operator,s
manual
MODEL NO.
358.797930-22.2cc
358.797970-22,2cc
358.796921-28.0cc
358.796982-28.0cc
_I_WARNING:
Read the Operator's Ma_al
and follow a!l Warnings and
Safety Instructions. Failure to
do so can result in serious
injury.
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
SEAR6/ CRRFTSM RN®
GAS POWER BLOWER
2 Cycle Engine
*.Assembly * Maintenance
* Operation * Repair Parts
Fuel Mix 16:1
530-067355-2-23888
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(DSears, Roebuck and Co., 1988
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER BLOWER " '
ForOne Yearfrom dat_ of purchase, when thisPower Blower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to theoperating
and maintenance instructions in theoperator's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workma,_hip.
This warranty excludes blower pipes, spark plug, and air cleaner; which areexpendable partsand become wornduring normal use.
If thisPower Blower is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from thedate of purchase.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BYCONTACTING THE NEARF__t'SEARS SF.,RVICECENTER/DEP_NT
IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from stateto state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO./DEPT. 698!731A/SEARS TOWER CHICACK3,II. 60684
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......... 3
KNOW YOUR BLOWER ......................... 4
: ' B, Operating Tips ........................... 9
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ..................... 10
ASSEMBLY ..... "...... . ........................... 4
ENGINE INFORMATION ........................ 5
A;Fue!ing Your Engine ......................... 5
B.Pre43peration Checks ,, .................... 6
C, Starting Instructions ........................ 6
D.Carburetor Adjustments ........................ 7
USING YOUR TOOL AS A BLOWER ............ .:., 9
A, Operating Instructions ...................... 9
ACCESSORIES ............................. 12
REPAIR PARTS LIST ....................... 13-17
QUICK REFERENCE PAGE .................. 19
SPECIFICATIONS
E'_IGINE TYPE: ......... MUFFLER:
DISPLACEMEN]2 VELOCITY
ENGINE RPM:
IGNI_TION: : .........
CARBURETOR:
ONIOFF SWITCH:
STARTER:
FUEL TANK:
1 2 Cycle A!,r,Cooled
22.2cc.:
M0_e1358797930
Model 358.797970
280cc-
Model 358.796982
Model 358,796921
............Operating -- 7500-8200-'
Model 358797930
Model 358.797970
Operating -- 7300-7900
Model 358:796982
Model 358.796921
Idle_3800-4600-Atl Models
Solid State ......
All Position-Diaphragm
Positive Toggle Switch
Auto Rewind :
13.5 fl. oz.
AIR VOLUME:
SPARK PLUG: .......
SPARK PLUG GAP:
MODULE"AIR GAP:
LUBRICATION
A. Air Filter ................................ t0
B, Fuel Tank ............................... 10
C. Starter Rope ............................ 10
D. Storage ............................... 11
E, Trouble Shooting Chart .................... 12
Lo Tone
135 mph-
Model 358.797930
Model 358.797970
t50 mph-
Model 358.796982
.Model 358:796921
320cu.ft.tmin,-
• Model 358.797930
Model 358,797970
340 cu:ft,/min.-
Model 358.796982
Model 358,796921
CJ-8 (Cat. No. 71-36403)
.025"
.010"-.014"
Gasoline/Oil Mixture-
See "Fueling Your,,E,,ngine"
STARTER
HANDLE
MANUFACTURED UNDER THE FOLLOWING U.S. PATENT
4,674,146; U,S. AND FOREIGN PATENTS PENDING.
. •
SWITCH
/
HANDLE
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WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all Safety Rules end Precautions can result in serious injury.
A. KNOW YOUR UNIT
1. Read your Operator's Manual carefully until you
completely understandand canfollowall wamings
and safety Instructions before operating the tool.
2. Restrict your tool to users who understand and
follow all warnings and safety Instructions in this
manual.
B. PLAN AHEAD
1. Always wear eye protection to prevent
rocks or debris from being blown or
ricochetingintoeyesand face which can
resultin blindnessand/or other serious
injury.
2. Always wear a respirator or tacemask when
working with the blower in dusty environments.
3. Dress safely in long pants. Do not wear loose
clothing,jewelry,shortpantsorsandals;orgobarefoot.
4. Do not operate the tool when you are tired, ill, or
upset; or ifyou areunder the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
5. Keep children, bystanders andanimais awayfrom
the workarea, a minimum of30 feet when starting
or operating theengine.
6. Inspect the area beforestartingthe tool.Removeall
debris and hardorsharpobjects such asrocks, glass,
wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown or otherwise
cause injury ordamage during operation.
C. HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
1. Eliminate all sources of sparksor flame (including
smoking,open flames,or workthatcan causesparks)
intheareas wherefuel ismixed, poured,or stored_
2. Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store fuel in
a cool, dry, well-ventitatedplece; and use an
approved, marked container for allfuel purposes.
3. Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the unit.
4. Donot fillthefueltankwhiletheengine isrunning.
5, Wipe up all spills before starting the engine.
6. Moveat least10feet awayfrom fuel andfueling site
before starting the engine,
D, OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
1. Stop the engine before opening the vacuum inlet
door. The engine mustbe stopped and the impeller
blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury
from the rotatingblades.
2. Inspect the entire tool before each use for worn,
loose,missing ordamagedparts. Donotuseuntilthe
toolisinproperworkingorder.
3. Keep the outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.
4. Never startor runthe engine inside a closed room
or building. Breathingexhaustfumescan kill.
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5. Do not setthe tool onany surface except a clean,
hardarea tostart the engine orwhile the engine is
running. Debrissuchasgravel,sand,dust,grass,etc.
could be pickedup by the airintake andthrownout
throughthedischargeopening,damagingthetool,pro-
perty or causing seriousinjuryto bystandersorthe
operator.
6. Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in
unventilatedareasorwhereexplosivevaporsorcarbon
monoxidebuildupcouldbepresent.
7. Do notoverreech orusefromunstablesurfacessuch
as ladders,trees,steep slopes,rooftops,etc.Keepfirm
footingandbalanceat alltimes.
8. Neverplace objects insidethe blowertubes;always
direct the blowing debris away from people,
animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees,
automobiles,walls,etc.Theforceofaircan causerocks,
dirt, orsticks tobe thrown or toricochet which can hurt
peopleor animals, breakglassor cause other damage.
9. Never placeany object inthe air intake opening as
thiscouldrestrict proper airflow andcause damage to
the tool.
10. Never run the engine without the proper equip-
mentattached. When usedasa blower,alwaysinstall
a blowertube.
11. Never use for spreading or misting chemicals,fer-
tilizers or any other substances which may con-
tain toxic material.
12. Use only forjobs explained in this manual.
E. MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
1. Have all maintenance other thanthe recommended
procedures described in the Operator's Manual
pe=formed by your Sears Service Center.
2. Disconnect spark plug before performing
maintenance exceptforcarburetoradjustment.
3. Use only genuine replacement parts as recom-
mended bySeam toavoid creating a hazard and/or
voiding your warranty.
4. Check air intake openings and blower tubes fre-
quently, always with the engine stopped and
spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and tubes
free of debris which can accumulate and restrict
proper air flow.
5. Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. Use up
fuel left inthe carburetor bystarting the engine and
letting the engine run until it stops.
6. Do notusa anyaccessory orattachment otherthan
those recommended by Sears for use with your
tool.
7. Donot storethe tool orfuel ina closed area where
fuel vaporscan reach sparksor anopen flame from
hotwater heaters, electric motorsor switches, fur-
Races, etc.
8. Store in a dryarea out ofthe reach of children.
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SPECIAL NOTICE ......... ....... _
Forusers onU.S. Forest Landand in the states of California, Maine; _O_on and_shington. AllU.S.ForestLandand
thestatesofCalifornia(PublicResourcesCodes4442 and4443), Oregonand Washingtonrequire,bylaw,thatcertaininter-
nalcombustionenginasoperatedonforest, brushand/or grass-coveredareas beequippedwithasparkarrestor,maintained
ineffectiveworkingorder,ortheenginebe constructed,equippedand maintained forthe preventionoffire.Checkwithyour
stateorlocalauthoritiesforregulationspertaining totheserequirements.Failuretofollow these requirementsarea violation
ofthe law.This unit is notfactory-equipped with aspark arrestor. Ifthese itemsarerequired inyour area,askyour dealer
to installPart#530-069207.
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KNOW YOUR BLOWER
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A. INTRODUCTION
Your blower is a high performance product designed for
tough jobs.
Special Features Include:
• Top handle for one-handed operation
• Direct Drive
• Vibration-Dampened Handle
• Weight - 11.5Ibs.
• Convenient Upright Storage
• Rear Assist Handle for vematile operation
• AvailableGutter Attachment Kit #71-79992(optional
accessory)
• For Model 358.796982 and 358.796921, Vacuum
capability is included (See accompanying
manual).
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KEY NO.
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B, UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove contents from the carton if you have notdone
so.
2. Check parts against the Carton Contents List.
3. Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts.
4. Notify your Sears Store immediately ffa part is missing
or damaged.
NOTE: It isnormal to hear the fuel filter rattle inan empty
fuel tank.
CARTON CONTENTS QTY.
Engine Assembly 1
Blower Tube 1
Nozzle Concentrator 1
(Models 358.797930,
358.796982 & 358.797970)
Nozzle Diffuser 1
(Model 358.796921)
8 oz. 2-cycle Engine Oil
Operator's Manual 1
(Not Shown) 1
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MODEL 358.796921 SHOWN
ASSEMBLY
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A. PREPARATION
Your Operator's Manual has been developed to help
you assemble the unit and to understand its safeopera-
tion. It is important that you read your manual com-
pletely to become familiar with the tool before you begin
assembly.
1. READ YOUR OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S).
2; No tools are required to assemble Model No.
.........358.796921, A flathead screwdriver is required for
Model No. 358.797930, 358.797970, and
358.796982.
B. BLOWER ASSEMBLY
1. Locatethe two projections on the side of the Blower
Tube. Figure 1.
2. Align the grooves 0nthe Nozzle'_ith the _roie_tions
and push the Nozzle onto the Blower Tube.
3. Turn the Nozzle clockwise _ until the parts snap
in place and are firmly tightened.
4..Slide the blower tube and nozzle assembly into the
engine housing until it bottoms out (approximately
2-1/2"). Figure 1.
5. Alignthe blowertube assemblySothe nozzleis pointing
as shown inFigure 1.
6. Secure the blower tube assembly by tightening the
T-handle or screw until hand-tight. Figure 1.
(TUBES SHOWN FOR
MODEL 358.796921 )
_TUBE
NORMALANGLEOFDISCHARGE
_HANDLE
Figure 1
OR
SCREW
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ENGINE INFORMATION
A. FUELING YOUR ENGINE
1. FUEL SAFETY
a. Use only recommended fuel mixtures.
b. Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are
no sparks or flames.
c. Use a container approved for fuel.
tool or while using the tool.
e. Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine,
d. Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the
f. Move at least 10 feet away from fueling site
before starting engine.
Stop engine before removing fuel cap.
.
3. USE THE FOLLOWING ONLY:
(16 parts gasoline to I part oil)
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h.
Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool.
Use up fuel left in the carburetor by starting
the engine and letting the engine run until
it stops.
Store tool and fuel in an area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or swit-
ches, furnaces, etc.
2. FUEL MIXTURE
e Your toot is powered by a two-cycle engine
which requires a fuel mixture of regular
unleaded gasoline and a high quality engine oil
specially made for 2-cycte, air cooled engines.
The internal design ofthe 2-cycle engine requires
lubricationofmoving parts. Lubricationis provided
whenthe recommended mixture ofgasolineandoil
isused.
• Gasoline must be clean and fresh. Aftera short
periodoftime,gasolinewillchemicallybreak down
and form compounds that cause hardstartingand
damage in 2-cycleengines.
• The correct measure of gasoline to oil is very
important. Toomuch oil in the mixture willfoul the
spark plug.
4. DO NOT USE:
• BIA OIL (Boating Institute of America) --
-- Does not have proper additives for air-cooled,
2-cycleengines andcan causeenginedamage.
• AUTOMOTIVE OIL-
- Does not have proper additives for 2-cycle
engines and cancause damage.
5. HOW TO MIX FUEL AND FILL TANK
a. Pour l/2ofthe regular unleadedgasolineto beused
intoan approved, marked container. Do not mix
gasoline and oil directly in the fuel tank.
b. Add entire measure of engine oil.
c. Cover container tightly and shake for one minute.
d. Slowly remove fuel container cover.
e. Add remainder of gasoline.
ICAUTION:I TOOlittle oilwill cause the engine to
overheat and seize,
• Always mix the fuel thoroughly in a container
sincegasolineand oildonotreadilycombine.Donot
mixgasoline and oildirectlyin thefuel tank.
f. Cover container tightly and shake again.
h. Slowlyremovethefuel cap.Referto"Specifications"
for fuel cap location.
i. Fillthetank usinga spoutor funnel.
j. Reinstallthe fuel cap securely.
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B. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
3. CHECK THE UNIT FOR LOOSE BOLTS, NUTS,
Before operating your unit, always:
1. ,_, CHECK OVER WARNINGS AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS in thisOperator's Manual. Make
certainyoucompletelyunderstandand followeach one.
2. ,,, CHECK THE AIR FILTER.
Clean the filter ifdirtybefore operating the tool. For
location,see the "Air Filter" section:
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OR FITTINGS.
Tighten, repairor replace partsas necessary.Youwill
need a Phillipsscrewdriverand aslottedscrewdriver.
Useonlygenuinereplacementpartsas recommended
by Sears.
4. CHECK THE FUEL TANK.
Fill with a clean, fresh fuel mixture according to
instructionsinfuel mixturesection, thispage.
C. STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (For location of controls, refer to _Specifications._
1. Before Starting the Engine:
a. Fuelthe engine.Moveat least10feetawayfrom
the fueling site.
b, Hold the tool inthe starting position as shown in
Figure 2. Make sure the blower end is directed
away from people, animals, glass and solid
objects.
2. For a Cold Engine:
a. Move Ignition Switch to the "On" position.
Figure3.
b. Move Throttle Control clockwise _ to the
"Fast" position.Figure4.
c. MoveChoke to"ON" position. Figure 5.
d. Pull StarterRope sharply untilengine attempts
to run, but no more than 8 pulls on full choke.
The engine "attempts to run" may be hard
to hear. The operator must listen carefully.
After 8 pulis, proceed to step "e" even if the
engine has not attempted to run.
e. Move Choketo "half" position.Figure5.
f. PutlStarterRopesharptyuntilengineruns,butno
morethan 5 pulls.
NOTE: If engine has not startedafter 5 pulls,
repeat steps"a" through "f"
g. Allow engine to run for 5 seconds,then move
Choke to "Off" position.Figure5.
NOTE: IfenginedieswithChokeat"Off" position,
repeat steps"e" through"g." tfengine does not
operate properly, refer to "Carburetor
Adjustments."
h. Tostopengine,moveIgnitionSwitchto"Off" posi-
tion. Figure3.
STARTING F -_
POSITION
Hold the tool for starting as shown in Figure 2. Do not
set the tool on any surface except a clean, hardarea to
start the engine or while the engine is running. Debris
such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked
up by the air intake and thrown out through the
discharge opening, damaging the tool or property or
causing serious injury to bystanders or the operator.
3. For a Warm Engine:
ailMove Ignition Switch to the "On" position.
Figure3.
b. Move Throttle Control clockwise _ to the
"Fast" position.Figure4.
c. Move Choke to"Half" position. Figure 5.
d. PullStarterRopesharplyuntilengineruns,butno
morethan 5 pulls.
e. MoveChoke to"Off" position.Figure5.
NOTE: Ifenginedoesnot runafter5 pulls, itispro-
bably flooded.Waitafew minutesand repeatpro-
cedure withChoke at "Off" position.
f.
Tostopengine,move Ignition Switch to"Off" posi-
tion. Figure3. '
4, For Awarm Engine (After Running Outof
Fuel;)
a. Refuelengine.Moveatleast10feetawayfromthe
fuelingsite.
b. Move Ignition Switch to the "On" position.
Figure3.
c. Move Throttle Control clockwise _ to the
"Fast" position. Figure4.
d. MoveChoketo "On" position. Figure 5.
e. Pull Starter Rope sharply until engine attempts
to run, but no more than 5 pulls.
f. MoveChoke to "Off" position. Figure5.
g. PullStarter Ropeuntilengine runs,butno more
than 5 pulls.
NOTE: Ifengine hasnotstarted,pullStarterRope
5 more pulls.Ifengine stilldoesnotrun, it ispro-
bablyflooded. Waitafew rainutesandrepeatpro-
cedure withChoke at "Off" position.
h. Tostopengine,moveIgnitionSwitchto"Off" posi-
tion. Figure3.
AWARNING
6 Figure 2
IGNITION SWITCH
ON
OFF
THROTTLE CONTROL
CHOKE KNOB
/ (HALF
/
/ POSITION)
OFF ]
Figure 3 Figure 4
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D. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
91) r Poor engine performance can be a result of other
causes such as dirty air filter, carbon build-up on
muffler outlets, etc. See "Trouble Shooting Chart"
before proceeding with carburetor adjustments.
• The'carburetor has been carefully adjusted at the
factow. Due to changes in altitude and operating
conditions,yourcarburetor may requireadjusting.To
make the adjustment follow the procedure below
very carefully,
1.PREPARATION
a.) Use fresh fuel mix. See "Fueling Your Engine:'
b.)Remove air filter. See Figure 8.
c,) TurnMixture Screw (Figure 6)clockwise
until fully closed, butdo not overtighten. Figure
6. Unscrew mixture screw one full turn
counterclockwise _ .
d.)Turn Idle Speed Screw (Figure 6) clockwise
until it stops, do not ovetighten. Open
screw three full turns counterclockwise 4[-=_.
Figure 5
2. IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT
a.) Start the engine and turn throttle control to
halfwaybetween "Fast" and "Slow".
b.) Operatethe unitfor 3minutestowarm upengine.
c.) Turn throttle control counterclockwise
41--,,, to slowsetting.
d.) Adjustthe Idle Speed Screw untilthe engine
idles as slow as possible without the engine
stalling.
Turn screw clockwise _ if the engine
stalls.
-- Turn screw counterclockwise _ toslow
engine
down,
ICAUTION: t The mixture setting is a highly
critical adjustment. Ifset incorrectly, perma-
nent damage will occur tothe engine. Donot
operate engine at fast throttle for prolonged
periods while making the mixture adjust-
ment. The mixture screw should be in the
range of 3/4 to 1-1/4turns open.
Figure 6
IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTMENI
SCREW
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3. MIXTURE ADJUSTMENT:
a.) Adjust throttle knob to "Fast" position.
b.) Turn the Mixture Screw slowly clockwise
until the engine speed is reduced.
Note position.
c.) Turn the screw slowly counterclockwise
. Stop when the engine just begins
to run roughly,
d.) Turn the screw slowly the minimum amount
clockwise _ until the engine runs
smoothly.
e.)Reinstall A_f Fdter.
[CAUTION:t The air filter must be fitted into
the corners of thehousing and under the
center tab to avoid engine damage.
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USING YOUR TOOL AS A BLOWER
A. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read your Operator's Manual. Make certain you
completely understand and can followall warningsand
safety instructions, before operating the tool.
2 Always wear eye protection to prevent rocks or
debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes
and face which can result inblindness and/or other
serious injury.
3. Always weara respirator or facemask when work-
ing in dusty environments.
4 Dress safely in long pants. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry, short pants or sandals; or go barefoot.
5. Check the tool before operation. Look for worn,
loose, missing or damaged parts. Do not use until the
tool is in proper working order.
6. Inspect the area before starting tool. Remove alt
debris and hard objects such as rocks,glass, wire, etc.
that can ricochet, beblownor otherwise cause damage
during operation.
_,WARNING
Hold the tool for starting as shown in Figure 2. Do not
set the tool on any surface except aclean, hard area to
start the engine or while the engine is running. Debris
such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked
up by the air intake and thrown out through the
discharge opening, damaging the tool or property or
causing serious injury to bystanders or the operator.
,
Use the correct operating position ( Figure 7). Do
notoverreach or use from unstable surfaces such as
ladders, trees, steep slopes,rooftops, etc. Keepfirm
footing and balance at all times.
10.
Never place objects inside the blower tubes; always
direct the blowing debris away from people,
animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees,
automobiles,walls,etc.The force ofaircancause rocks,
dirt, or sticks tobe thrownorto ricochet which may hurt
people or animals, breakglass, orcause other damage.
ALWAYS USE
PROTECTION
USE RESPIRATOR
OR FACEMASK
FOR DUSTY
ENVIRONMENTS
OPERATION
WITH TOP
TOP
HANDLE
CONTROL
PANEL
TO THE_
REAR
HANDLE AND
7. Keep children, bystanders, and animals safely
away. Before starting theengine and during operation,
make certain people and animals are away from the
work area -a minimum of 30 feet.
.
Check air intake opening and blower tubes fre-
quently, always with the engine stopped and
spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and dis-
charge tubes free of debris which can accumulate
and restrict proper air flow.
B. OPERATING TIPS
1 Always work going away from solid objects such as
walls, large stones, automobiles and fences.
2 Clean spaces with corners by starting in corners
and moving outward to straight areas toprevent an
accumulation of debris which could fly into face
3. Be careful when working near plants. The force of
the air coulddamage tender plants.
4. Direct air flow by adjusting the nozzle position
down or to the side.
5. Vary or reduce the air flow by setting the throttle
knob at any position from "Fast" to "Slow:'
6.
Usethe assist handle located on the bottom of the
unit below the control panel when working above
the waist or when a two-handed grip is desired.
Refer to "Specifications" drawing, and Figure 7.
REAR ASSIST
HANDLE
Figure 7
WARNING
Always wear eye protection to prevent rocks ordebris
from being blown or ricocheting into the eyes and face
which can result in blindness or serious injury.
7. Uses For Your Blower:
a. Sweeping debris or grassclippings from driveways,
sidewalks, patios, park, parking lots, barns,
stadiums, etc.
b. Gathering grass clippings, straw or leaves intopiles.
c. Fastdrying wet, outdoor areas such as a patio.
d. Removing debris from corners, around joints and
between bricks.
e. Blowing light snow from driveways, sidewalks or
patios.
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A. AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and
increases fuel consumption.
Clean the Air Filter:
• Frequently,
• Always clean after 5 tanks of fuel or 5 hours of
operation, whichever is less.
Follow these steps:
1. Remove the air filter (located above the control
panel; see Figure 8 ).
2. Wash in soapand water.
I CAUTION:I Do not clean filter in gasoline or
other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire
hazard.
3. Squeeze filterdr,/.
4. Add a small amount ofoiltocoat thefilter.
NOTE: Avoid soakingthe filterwith oil.
5. Squeeze out excessoil.
6. Replace the airfilter.
!CAUTION: JThe air filter must be fitted into the
corners of the housing and under the center tabto
avoid engine damage.
B. FUEL TANK
Never use gasoline that is more than 2 months old
in a fuel mixture. Gasoline begins to break downafter
a short,period of time and will form compounds that
cause hard starting and damage in 2-cycle engines.
1. Inspect the unit for fuel leaks each time it is used.
Repair or replace parts as necessary.
2, Using a fuel mix orgasoline over2 months old will
cause the engine to be difficult or impossible to
start.
° 3. Drain all fuel from the unit or allow unit to run
out of fuel before storing.
C. STARTER ROPE
• Repair the starter rope if the rope breaks.
Figure 8
FAN HOUSING
REMOVE
SCREWS
SPARK PLUG WtRE
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AWARNING
Always waar eye protection when servicing
the starter rope. The recoil sp,r'mg,focated
beneath the pulley, ts under tension. If the
spring pops out, serious Injury can result.
Figure 9
e
To repair or replace:
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and remove the 6
screwsfrom the fan housing. Figure9.
2. Separate the fan housing completely frQm the
shroud.
_WARNING
Avoid contact with the grounding tab wire in the fan
housing (Figu re10) when removing or reinstalling the
starter ropepulley. Contact with the grounding tabwire
can result in serious injury.
If the starter ropeis notbroken, release thespring
.tension by pulting about i0 inches ofrope from the
pulleyand catchingthe ropeinthenotchasshown.
Figure 10.With the rope inthe notch, letthe pulley
unwind slowly untilitstopsturning.Ifthe ropeis
broken,remove the broken piece.
NOTE: The tension on the starter spring will be
released ifthe rope isbroken.
,4,
Remove screwand pulleyvery carefully.Figure 10°.
The recoil spring which lies beneath the pulley
must stay in the housing, flat against the bot- _
tom. Ifthe spring isdisturbed, it will require con-
siderable time and effort to reinstall. Twistthe
putleygentlycounterclockwise _ asyoupull
up torelease the spring.
H •
5.
Moveawayfrom thefuel tankandmelt theendofthe
ropeto go into the pulley.
.
Allow the melted end to drip once; then whilethe
rope isstillhot,pullthe melted end through alclean
rag toobtaina smooth,pointedend.
7.
Insertone end of the rope throughthe handle and
secure with a knot. Leave3/16" pigtailbehind knot.
Figure 12 (inset).
,
Insert rope through the rope exit hole into the
insideofthe fan housing.
9.
Guide rope insidethe pulley,then through topside
pulley holeby pushingthe rope from the underside
holewith a small round object such.as a Phillips
screwdriver. See Inset, Figure 11.
10.
Wrap ropecounterclockwise _ around
pulley ratchet and tuck looseend back under rope
leavinga 1/4to3/8 inch tailnextto the ridge_Figure " .
11.Pulltightly.
11.
Wind all but about 12 inches of the rope clock-
wise _ around the pulley.
12.
Replace pulley inthe housing. Be sure the pulley is
all the way down and the spring issecured.
13.
Replace and tighten pulley screw. Figure 10.
14.
Hold the 12inch slack in the rope andcatch rope in
puljey notch. Figure 12.
15. Hold the ropetaut and make3completeturnsofthe
pulley clockwise _ to place tension on the
pulley. Hold the putiey to retain tension.
16, Align pulley notch with ropeexit hole,pull starter han-
dle tothe full extent of the rope and allow the ropeto
slowly wind around the pulley.
17. Reinstall the fan housing.
Figure 10
UNDERSIDE
HOLE
RIDGE
Figure 11
Figure 12
D. STORAGE
1. Clean the tool before storing. Payparticular atten-
tion tothe air intake area,keeping itfree ofdebris.Use
a mild detergent and sponge to clean the plastic
surfaces.
2. Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool.
Use upfuelleft in the carburetor by starting
the engine and letting the engine run until
it stops.
3. Do notstore the tool orfuel in aclosed area where
fuel vaporscan reach sparks or an open flame from
hot water heaters, electric motors or switches, fur-
naces, etc.
4, Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
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E. TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
TROUBLE
Engine will not start
Engine will not idle ............
properly
Engine will not
accelerate, lacks
power or dies
under a load
J
Engine smokes
excessively
Engine runs hot
CAUSE
1. Ignitionswitchoff,
2, Fuel tankempty.
3. Spark plugnotfiring,
4. Fuel notreachingcarburetor.
5. Engine flooded,
6. Compression low.
1. Idlingspeed settoo low.
2. Idle speed settoo high.
,
Mixturescrewrequires adjustment, 3.
4.
Crankshaftsealsworn. 4.
5.
Compressionlow, 5.
1.
Carburetor requiresadjustment. 1.
2.
Airfilter dirty. 2.
3.
Spark plug fouled. 3.
4.
Carbon build-up. 4.
5.
Lowcornpression. 5.
1.
Choke partially on. 1.
2.
Mixture screw requires adjustment. 2.
3.
Air filter dirty. 3.
, ,,,........... i , ,J,, 4,,,,,,,,....... I "
4. Fuel mixture incorrect,
...........,,,,,,,,
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Spark plug incorrect.
3. Carbon build-up.
4. Mixture screw set too low.
REMEDY
1. Move switchto "Start".
2. Filltank withcorrectfuel mixture.
3. Installnew plug.
4. Check fordirtyfuel filter; clean. Check
for kinkedor splitfuel line; repairor
replace.
5. See Starting Instructions,
6. Contact yourSears ServiceCenter.
t. Adjustidlespeed screwclockwiseto
increasespeed.
2. Adjustidle speed screwcounter-
clockwiseto reduce speed.
See CarburetorAdjustments.
ContactyourSears ServiceCenter.
Contactyour Sears Service Center.
See CarburetorAdjustments.
Clean orreplace air filter.
Clean or replace sparkplug and regap.
ContactyourSears Service Center,
Contactyour Sears Service Center.
Adjust choke.
See Carburetor Adjustments.
Clean or replace air filter.
4. Empty fuel tank and refillwith correct
fuel mixture.
1, See FuelingYour Unit,
2. Replace with correct ptug.
3. Contact you Sears Service Center
4. See Carburetor Adjustments,
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ACCESSORIES
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The following accessories are available through Sears Retail Stores, Catalog Outlets or Service Centers.
ITEM STOCK NO.
SAFETY FACE SHIELD .................................................. 9-18613
SAFETY GOGGLES ............................................................ 9.1859
GUTTER ATTACHMENT KIT ................................................... 71.79992
2-CYCLE ENGINE OIL ........................................................ 71.365S5
SPARK PLUG .............................................................. 71.36403
ENGINE SHOULDER SlrRAP KIT ................................................. 7145783
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SEARS GAS BLOWER PdEPAIR PARTS LIST -MODEL 358.797930, 358.797970,
• 358.796921 & 358.796982
Operator's
Manual
I
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KEY PART DESCRIPTION
NO. NO. :
t
2
530'067355
530-069271
Operator's Manual
Blower Tube Kit
I
2
Carburetor Assembly - #530-035196
18
' 3 ¸ 5
Carb.
Repair 9 --0
Kit
I
28
Gasket
I Carb.
Kit
I
29
26
7
g_Y PART DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
1
530-035197
530:035015
3
i_530-035132
4
5
11
12
13
14
15
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
*Indicates Contents of Carb. Gasket!Diaphragm Kit
+ Indicates Contents of Carb. Repair Kit
7
,
9
530-035156
530-035138
530-032000
530-035198
530-035162
530-035017
530-035191
530-035164
530-035166
530-035178
530-035007
530-035106
530-035139
530-035031
530-035028
530-035016
530-035151
530-035014
530-035003
530-035021
530-035199
530-035186
Valve Throttle
Screw
Throttle Shaft Ass'y.
Idle Speed Screw
Throttle Return Spring
High Speed Mixture Needle
Spring
HighSpeed Mixture Needle
* Plug-5!16 Dia. Welch
Pump Cover Screw
Fuel Pump Cover
+ *Fuel Pump Gasket
+ *Fuel Pump Diaphragm
Fuel Inlet Screen
Throttle Retainer Ring
*Inlet Needle Valve
* Metering Lever Spring
* Metering Lever
* Metering Lever Pin
* Screw
+ *Metering Diaphragm Gasket
+ *Metering Diaphragm
Metering Diaphragm Cover
Metering Cover Screw Ass'y.
Carb. Kwik Repair Kit (+ Indi-
cates Contents)
Carb. Gasket/Diaphragm Kit
(*Indicates Contents)
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SEA_RS GAS BLOWER REPAIR PARTS LIST - MODEL 358,797930, 358.797970,
358.796921 & 358.796982
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 530-015635
2 530-094212
3 530-010827
4 530-027157
5 530-026994
6 530-015343
7 530-026163
8 530-015629
9 530-015628
10 530-015561
11 530-015342
12 530-032091*
13 530-015700
14 530-024371
15 530-015687
16 530-015685
17 530-069224
18 530-042023
19 530-026780
20 530-069200
21 530-015479
22 530-015123
23 530-015544
24 530-069232
25 530-026735
26 530-027175
27 530-015197
28 530-094222
29 530-069252
30 530-015636
31 530-026776
32 530-010824*
33 530-069269
KEY PART
DESCRIPTION NO. NO.
Screw #10-14x11/16 34
Handle Cover 35
Handle Ass'y. 36
Static Ground Wire 37
Handle Isolator 38
Isolator Spacer (Front) 39
Isolator Cup 40
Washer #8 41
Screw #8-32x7/16 42
Screw #12-11x2 43
Isolator Spacer (Rear) 44
Ball Bearing (Shroud) 45
Screw #10-24x5/8 46
Air Filter 47
Screw #10-24xl 48
Washer 49
Fan Housing (Incl.//16,23 & 26) 50
Starter Pulley Spring 51
Air Baffle 52
Pulley Replacement IZit 53
Screw #10-3/4 54
Washer 55
Screw 56
Rope Kit 57
Starter Rope Handle
Ground Wire
Nut
59
60
Blower Tube Clamp
"T" Handle Kit
Screw #10
Heat Deflector
Shroud (Incl. #12 & 45)
Blower Hsg. Kit (Incl.
101
#36,46-49,55 & Vac. Tubes)
102
103
530-094215
530-015661
530-015382
530-001543
530-015367
530-015644
530-015441
530-015626
530-015632
530-015682
530-015168
530-001516
530-015667
530-015647
530-015672
530-094241
530-015638
530-015637
530-026781
530-010897
Impeller
Screw #10-14x3/4
Washer
Nut
Screw
Nut
Washer
Washer
Screw #1/4-20x7/8
Washer
Screw #10-24x5/8
Shroud Bearing Retainer
Spring-Tension (Right)
Pivot Pin
Spring-Tension (Left)
Inlet Door Ass'y.
Screw
Fuel Tank Retainer
Fuel Tank Cushion
Fuel Pick-Up Ass'y
530-069247 ! Line Kit
530-015495 !Screw
530-010729
530-010815
Fuel Cap Ass'y. (Incl. O-Ring)
Fuel Tank Ass'y. (Incl. #53, 54 &
56)
530-015683
5302027350
Screw
Fuel Tank Shield
Instruction Decal
530-027902
530-027896
530-027897
530-029005
!
530-026762
530-027448
530-027288
530-026925
Model 358.796982
Modd358.796921
Modd358.797930
Model 358.797970
Fan Housing Decal(Left)
Model 358.796982
Model 358.796921
Model 358.797930&358.797970
Warning Dec_
DESCPJPTION
*Whenremovingor installin
to approximately300°F. to avoiddamaging the shroud.
;the bearing (#530-032091), the area of the shroud (//530-010824) receiving the bearing must be heated
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SEARS GAS BLOWER REPAIR PARTS LIST - MODEL 358.797930, 358.797970,
358.796921 & 358.796982
66
14
16
18
59
58
30
57
56
55
29
47
_50
54
22
48
21 20 27
52
53
22
13
74
26
12
72
16
SEARS GAS BLOWER R_PAIR PARTS LIST - MODEL 358.797930, 358.797970,
358.796921 & 358.796982
KEY PART
NO. NO.
m
530-012192
530-012168
2 580-019111
3
530-026681
530-026413
4 530-015162
5 530-015239
7 530-069245
9 530-024903
10
530-069203
530-010753
11 530-069242
12 530-012145
13 530-094243
14 530-626605
15 530-023817
16 530-015004
18
530-010853
530-027273
19 530-032092
20 530-015351
21 530-032029
22 530-010757
23 530-019059
26 530-001717
27 530-015126
28 530-015369
29 530-039111
30 530-015127
31 530-024438
32 530-019108
33 530-019105
34 530-015241
35 530-023367
DESCRIPTION
Cylinder
Model 358.796982 & 358.796921
Model 358.797930 & 358.797970
Cylinder Gasket
Piston Ring
Model 358.796982 & 358.796921
Model 358.797930 & 358.797970
Wrist Pin Retainer
Screw #1/4-20x3/4
Muffler Ass'y.
Muffler Attachment Spring
Piston Kit (Incl. #3,4 & Pin)
Model 358.796982 & 358.796921
Model 358.797930 & 358.797970
Shaft Kit
Shaft Coupling
Plastic Coupling
Flywheel Nut
Starter Dog Spring
Screw #8-32x5/16
Crankshaft & Rod Ass'y.
Model 358.796982 & 358.796921
Model 358.797930 & 358.797970
Wrist Pin Bearing
Model 358.796982 & 358.796921
Washer
Crankshaft Bearing
Crankcase Ass'y. (Incl.
#21,23 & Qty. 4 of 28)
Crankcase Seal
Coupling Washer
Flywheel Key
Screw #10-24x5/8
Flywheel Ass'y.
Flywheel Washer
Reed Valve
* Carburetor Case to Crank-
case Gasket
* Carburetor Case Seal
Screw #6-19x5/16
Washer
KEY PART
NO. NO.
,,,,,,
36 530-026818
37 530-019157
38 530-026981
39 530-010875
40 530-026797
41 530-026772
42 530-015674
43 530-035196
44 530-015254
45 530-015673
46 530-015630
47 530-015654
48 530-015147
49 530-015407
50 530-026773
52 530-026764
53 530-023807
54 530-015675
55 530-015660
56 530-015658
57 530-015614
58 530-023575
59 530-024569
60 530-069204
61 530-026771
62 530-026951
63 530-026829
64 530-024435
65 530-015128
66 530-039124
67 STD360946
68 530-003933
69 530-003934
70 530-039082
71 530-039103
72 530-030054
73 530-069219
74 530-015763
75 530-069207
DESCRIPTION
,,,,, , ,,
Carburetor Case
Carburetor Gasket
Fuel Line Fitting
Fuel Line & Fitting Ass'y.
Choke Guide Plate
Choke Shutter
Screw #10-24x7/8
Carburetor
Wave Washer
Spacer
Screw
Retaining Ring
Wave Washer
Screw #8-32x5/16
Choke Actuator
Carb. Case Cover
Choke Knob
Screw #8-18x5/8
Screw #10-14x3/8
Washer
Throttle Knob
Grounding Switch Nut
Washer
Toggle Switch Kit (Incl. #58 &
59)
Throttle Wire Ass'y.
Ignition Wire
Ground Wire
Plug Wire Grommet
Screw #8-32x3/4
Ignition Module
Spark Plug (CJ-8) - (Cat. No.
(71-36403)
Spark Plug Lead Connector
Spark Plug Boot
High Tension Lead Wire
High Tension Lead Ass'y.
(Incl. #68,69 & 70)
CrankcaseSeCant (NotSup-
pliedWith Unit)
Engine Gasket Kit(*Indicates
Contents)
Washer
Spark ArrestorKit(Not Sup-
pliedwith Unit)
*Indicates Engine Gasket Kit Contents
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NOTES
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QUICK REFERENCE PAGE
Read and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
PREPARATION ................................................................................. 3
page
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Dress safely -- boots orsafetyshoes, long pants.
3. Check for worn,loose, missing, or damaged parts and repair.
4. Inspectand make safethe area to be cut.
5. Keep children, bystanders, andanimals a minimum of30 feet away.
FUELING ................................................................................ 5
1. Eliminate all sources ofsparks or flame where fuel is mixed, poured or stored.
2. Use clean and fresh gasoline.
3. Use 16 parts regular unleaded gasoline to 1 part air-cooled, 2-cycle engine oil.
4. Mix and pour fue! in an approved, marked container in an outdoor area.
5. Move a minimum of 10feet away from fuel and fueling site before starting engine.
STARTING THE ENGINE ................................................................. 6
1. Move the ignition switch tothe "ON" position.
2. Move throttle control tothe "FAST" position.
3. Adjust choke appropriately.
4. Make sure the nozzle is directed away from people, animals, glass and solid objects.
5. Pull the starter rope no more than 10times to avoid flooding the engine.
6. Stop the engine by moving the ignition to the "OFF" position.
MAINTENANCE ........................................................................ lo
1. Have all maintenance other than the recommended procedures described inthe Operator's Manual performed
byyour Sears Service Center.
2. Disconnect spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustment.
3. Drain fuel from the unit before storing for 30 days or more.
4. Clean air filter frequently but always after 5 hours of operation or 5 tanks of fuel, whichever is less.
5. Store in adry place out ofthe reach of children.
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operator's
manual
The Model Number willbe found below the tophandle with the Serial Number.
Always mentionthe Model Number when requesting service orrepair partsfor your
unit.
AIt parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Service Center
and most Sears Stores,
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION AS SHOWN iN THIS LIST.
1. The PARTNUMBER 3. The PART DESCRIPTION
MODEL NO.
358.797930-22.2cc
358.797970-22.2cc
358.796921-28.0cc
358,796982-28,0cc
How to Order
Repair Parts
2. The MODEL NUMBER 4.
358.797930-22.2cc
358.797970-22.2cc
358.796921-28,0cc
358.796982-28.0cc
if the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be elec-
tronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for
handling.
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GAS POWER BLOWER
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Sears you get an extra something
that nobody else can offer Sears
Serwce
Across town or across the country,
Sears Service follows you, pro-
wdmg trustworthy, competent ser-
wce technicians using only Sears
specified factory Darts
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IS AT YOUR SERVICE
530-067355-2-23888
Your Sears Merchandise takes on added value when you discover
that Sears has Service units throughout the country. Each is staffed
b_, Sears Trained, professional technicians using Sears approved
methods.
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