Craftsman 358797951, 358797983, 358797991, 358797962, 358797923 Owner’s Manual

IMPORTANT MANUAL

Operator's

Manual

Model No.

358.797923

358.797951

358.797983

358.797962

358.797991

Do Not ThrowAway

CUSTOMER

ASSISTANCE

DANGER:

READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND FOLLOW

ALL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

Always Wear Eye Protection

CRRFTSNRN°

22cc/32cc 2-CYCLE ENGINE

155/170 Air Velocity

GASOLINE BLOWER

• Assembly

oOperation

• Customer Responsibilities

° Service and Adjustments

° Repair Parts

530-083123-4-08/3/95

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

SAFETY RULES

CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGWIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT i SPARK PLUGTO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP,TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING

OR MAKING REPAIRS°

OPERATOR SAFETY

- 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 senous tnjury,

o Always wear a respirator or facemask when working with the

unitindusty environments.

• Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, and gloves.(To avoid shock of static electricity, do not wear rubber gloves.)Do not

go barefoot or wear short pants, sandals, jewelry,loosecloth-

ing,or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties,tassels, etc.; theycan be caught inmov ng parts Secure hairso it isabove shoulder length

• Do not operate this unit when you are tired, it],or under-the influenceof alcohol, drugs, or medication.

• Keep others includingchildren, animals, bystanders and helpers at least 50 feet (!5 meters) away Stop the engine

immediately if you are approached.

° inspect the area before starting the unit Remove 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.

UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY

• Disconnectspark plug beforeperforrningmaintenanceexcept forcarburetor adjustment.

• Use only genuine replacement parts as recommended by SEARS to avoid creating a hazard and/or voiding your war-

ranty,

o Check air intake openings, blowertubes, elbow tube,and vac-

uum tubes frequently, always with the engine stopped. Keep vents and tubes free of debris which can accumulate and

restrict proper air flow

° Use only quality SEARS accessories and replacementparts

as recommended for this unit..

° Have al! maintenance and service not explained in this

manual performed by your SEARS Service Center.

FUEL SAFETY

• Mixand pour fuel outdoors.

• Keepaway from sparks or flames.

- Use a container approved for fuel.

• Do not smoke or ailow smoking near fuel or the unitor white using the unit.

• Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine,

• Moveat least 10 feet (3 meters) away from fueling s_tebefore starting engine.

• Stop engine and allow unit to cool before removingfuel cap.

OPERATION SAFETY

• Stop the engine before opening the vacuum inletdoor or attempting to insert or remove the vacuum tubesThe engine must be stopped and the impeller blades no longerturning to

avoidserious injuryfrom the rotating blades.

• inspecttheentire unit beforeeach use for worn,loose,miss- ing, or damaged parts..Do not use until the unit is in proper

working order.

• Keepthe outside surfaces freeof oil and fuel.

• Never start or run unit inside a closed room or building.

Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

° Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers, or any other

material which may contain toxic substances.

° Do not set the unit on any surface excepta clean, hard area

to start the engine or while the engine is running.Debris such as gravel,sand, dust, grass, etc.could be pickedupby the air intake and thrown out through the discharge opening, dam- aging the unit, property, or causing senous injury to

bystanders or the operator.

• Avoid dangerous environments..Do not use in unventilated areas or where explosive vapors or carbon monoxide build up

could be present.

• Avoid situations which could set the vacuum bag on fire. Do not vacuum discarded cigars or cigarettes or ash from fire- places, barbecue pits, brush piles, etcoToavoidspreading fire,

do not use blower near leaf or brush fires,fireplaces,barbecue pits, ashtrays,etc_

° Do not overTeachor use from unstable surfacessuch as lad-

ders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops,etc. Use extra care when cleaning on stairways. Keep firm footing and balance at all

times.

= Never place objects inside the blower tubes; alwaysdirect the

blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc_Theforce 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 the unitto be usedas a toy.

• Neverplace any object in the air intakeopening as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to theunit.

• Never run unit without the proper equipment attached.When used as a blower, always installa blower tube.When used as

a vacuum, always install vacuum tubes and vacuum bag assembly.

° Use onlyfor jobs explained in thismanual.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

: Stop the unit before transporting

Allow the engine to cool, and secure the unitbefore storing or transporting in a vehicle.

• Emptythe fuel tank before storingor transportingthe unit.Use up any fuel left in the carburetor by starting theengine and let-

ting the engine run until it stops.

• Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vaporscannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electricmotors or switches,furnaces, etc

• Store the unit out of the reachof children

SAFETY NOTICE

Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand units could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the

fingers hands and joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings Prolonged use in cold weather has been

linked to blood vessel damage n otherw se healthy people, If symptoms occur' such as numbness pain, loss of strength, change in skin co or or texture or loss of feelings in the fingers, hands orjoints discontinue the use of this unit and seek medica_attention, An

anti-vibration system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems, Users who operate power tools on a continual and regu- lar basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this unit

4_ LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

IT MEANS - ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

THIS POWER UNIT CAN BE DANGEROUS! THIS UNIT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR BLINDNESS TO THE OPERATOR AND OTHERS.THE WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL MUST

BE FOLLOWED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY IN USING THIS UNIT.THE OPER- ATOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR FOLLOWING THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT.READ THE ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND USING THIS UNIT! RESTRICT THE USE OF THE POWER UNIT TO PERSONS WHO READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE

WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS INTHIS MANUAL AND ONTHE UNIT. NEVER ALLOW CHILDRENTO USE THIS UNIT_NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO USE THIS TOOL.

THIS UNIT tS DESIGNED FOR BLOWER AND VACUUM USE ONLY. NEVER USE ANY OTHER ATTACHMENTS WITH THIS UNIT EXCEPT THE

OPTIONAL GUTTER ATTACHMENT.

WARNING:

BLOWER CAN THROW OBJECTS VIOLENTLY. YOU CAN BE BLINDED OR INJURED. WEAR EYE AND LEG PROTECTION_

HAZARD ZONE FOR BLOWN OBJECTS. BLOWER CAN THROW OBJECTS VIOLENTLY.

OTHERS CAN BE BLINDED OR INJURED. KEEP PEOPLE AND ANIMALS 50 FEET

(15 METERS) AWAY.

Thrown

Shield

Hazard Zone

READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

Operator's

Manual

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman Gasotine Blower. tt has been designed, engi-

neered and manufactured to give you the best possible

dependability and performance. Should you experience any problems you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen-

ter/Department or call the 1-800 number listed on the front of this manual_ Sears has competent, well trained techni-

cians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES."

MODEL NUMBER:

358,797923 358,797951

358.797983

358.797962

358.797991

DATE CODE!SERIAL Nee: DATE OF PURCHASE:

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE FOUND ON THE PRODUCT,

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this

product,, Contact your nearest Sears Store for details_

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for, and using your unit°

. Follow the instructions under "Customer Responsibi-

lities" and "Storage" sections of this Operator's Manual.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

YELOGITY

358.797951, 358.797962 ............. 155mph

358.797923, 358.797983 &

358.797991..........................................170mph

AIR VOLUME

358.797951, 358.797962 ...................350 cu. fL/m[n.

358.797923, 358797983 &

358..797991 ......................................... 360 cur ft/m[n.

ENGINE

358.,797951,358.797962...............22.cc2-cycle Air*Cooled

358.797923,358,797983&

358_797991....................................32cc2-cycle Air-Cooled

ENGINE RPM

Operating...............................................7000-7600

Idle........................................................3800-4600

FUEL/OIL MIX RATIO........................40:1 (3.2 oz.per

gallongas)

IGNITION................................................Solid State

(Airgap010"to,014")

IGNITIONTIMING.............................Non-adjustable,tixed

SPARKPLUG..........................................Champion (RCJ-BY)

SPARKPLUGGAP.................................025"

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 lands 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 maintained for the prevention of fire, Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to

these requirements.. Failure to follow these requirements is a violation of the law..This unit is not factory-equipped with a spark arrestor; however, a spark arrestor is available as an optional part, If a spark arrestor is required in your area, con- tact your SEARS Service CentedDepartmenl for the correct

kit.

MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING U.S PATENTS:

5 269 665: 52f, 1 144: 5174255; 5035 586; 4 940 02B; 4,846123: 4.B74,14_; 4,474,327; 4,413,371; 4,404 706: 4.402,106; 4.387.852; 4,325,163; 4,286,675: Re,33,050; D349,983:

O322,971: D304,510; O299074; O26e,355:D263547 OTHER US AND FOREIGN

PATENTS PENDING.

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEARS BEST GAS BLOWER MODEL 358.797951 & 358.797962

For one (1) year from the date of purchase when this Gas Blower is maintained, lubricated, and tuned-up according tothe instructions in the owner's manual. Sears will repair, free of charge° any defect in material or workmanship

This warranty excludes the blower tubes, spark plug, and air cleaner, which are expendable parts and become worn during normar use.. If this Blower is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies for 90 days from date of purchase, If this Blower is used for rental purposes this

warranty applies for 30 days from date of purchase This warranty, applies only while this product is in use in the United States WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE BLOWER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES

This warranty gives you specific legal dghts, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. DEPARTMENT 817WA, Hoffman Estates, tL 60179

FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON SEARS BEST GAS BLOWER MODEL 358.797923, 358.797983 & 358,797991

For two (2) years from date of purchase, when this Gas Blower is maintained, lubrtcated_ and tuned L=paccording to the instructions in the owner'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 expendable parts and become worn during normal use

f this Bower [s used for commerca purposes, this warranty applies for 90 days from data of purchase, ifthis Blower is used for rental purposes this

warranty applies for 30 days from date of purchase This warranty appies onfywhile this product is in use in the United States WARRANTY SERVICE 1S AVAILABLE 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, tL 60179

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Rules ...........................................................................................2

Product Specifications ....................................................... o4

Warranty ............................................................................. 4

Accessories ..................................................................... .5

Assembly .....................................................................................6

Operation ..................................................................................9

INDEX

Accessories ...................................................................................5

Adjustments

Carburetor .............................................................. 19

Air Filter ...........................................................................................15

Assembly .................................................................... 6

Blower Tube .......................................................................................7

Carburetor Adjustments .......................................... 19

Carton Contents ............................................................... .,6

Customer Responsibilities .......................................................14

Spark Plug ................................................................... 4

Engine

Fuel/Oil ...................................................................................12

Spark Plug ............................................................ 15

Starting ............................................................................................13

Storage,, .................................................................... 20

Fuel Filter ...............................................................................16

Fueling .....................................................................................! 2

Customer Responsibilities .................................................................14

Service and Adjustments .............................................................17

Storage ...................................................................................................20

Trouble Shooting Points ...........................................................o21

Repair Parts ..........................................................................................22

Repair Parts Ordering/Service .............................Back Cover

Know Your Blower,,.............................................................................9

Maintenance Schedule ..................................................... 14

Model Number_ ...........................................................................4

Operation ................................................................. ,.9

Product Specifications .................................................... A

Repair Parts .......................................................................................22

Ordering ...................................................... Back Cover

Service and Adjustments ..........................................................17

Starter Rope ........................................................... t7

Starting ................................................................................. 13

Storage .............................................................................. 20

Trouble Shooting Points .................................................... 21

Vacuum Bag ........................................................................ .7

Vacuum Tube ..................................................................................8

Warranty ........................................................................ 4

ACCESSORIES

These accessories and attachments were available when the unit was originally purchased, They are also available at most

Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can order these items for you when you provide the model number of your unit,

Accessories

..................Safety Spark Gutter .......................Vacuum ..... Gas

Goggles Plug Attachment Kit Attachment Kit Can

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Air

Filter

Sears 2-Cycle

Engine Oil

3,2 oz.

40:1

..... Spark

Arrestor

CARTON CONTENTS

Parts packed separately in carton

Vacuum Bag

358.797983, 358.797951 & 358,797991

Operator's Manual

Upper Vacuum Tube _._%

358.797983, 358,797951 _ //_"'_/_"_ Lower Vacuum Tube

& 358.797991

L / _ /J'358.797983, 358.797951

_ & 358°797991

.=....f2-Cycle Engine Oil

EIbowTube / I1 Assist Handle

358.797983, 358.797951 _ 358.797983, 358.797951 & 35&797991 & 358797991

Powerhead

"_"-_oncentrator Nozzle

358.797951 & 358.797962

%___

Flare Nozzle Blower Tube 358°797983 & 358°797991

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

• Standard Screwdriver

TO REMOVE BLOWER FROM CARTON

• Remove loose parts bag and carton contents included

with Blower,

° Remove your Blower from the packing material,

• Youmay use the opened packing materialas a work sur- face.,

• After removing the contents from the carton, check parts against the Carton Contents list,

• Examine the parts for damage_ Do not use damaged parts.

• Notify Customer Assistance at 1-800-235-5878 immedi-

ately ff a pat1 is missing or damaged.

NOTE: It is normal to hear the fuel filter rattle in an empty fuel tank.

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ASSEMBLY

HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR BLOWER

WARNING:

Stop the engine before opening the vacuum inlet door or attempting to insert or remove the vacuum tubes. The engine must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer

turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating blades.

BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY (Fig. 1)

• Locate the two locking tabs on the side of the blower

tube.

• Align the grooves on the nozzle with the locking tabs on the blower tube and push the nozzle onto the blower

tube,,

• Turn the nozzle clockwise until the parts snap into place and are firmly tightened,

• Align grooves on the blower tube with locking tabs in the blower outlet (inset) and push the blower tube into the

blower outlet.

° Turn the blower tube clockwise until the parts snap into

place and are firmly lightene&

Locking Tabs

Blower

Outlet

Grooves

Blower Tube ',,

VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY (Fig. 2 & 3)

• Open the zipper on thelarge end of the vacuum bag. ° insert the elbow tube, groovedend first, through the zip-

per opening in the vacuum bag.,Then, push the grooved end of the elbow tube through the vacuum bag tube

opening in the other end of the vacuum bag,,Make sure the vacuum bag tube opening is flush against the tube

flange,.

• Close the zipper on the vacuum bag.,Make sure the zip- per is closed completely and the zipper seam is tucked

toward the inside of the vacuum bag,

Elbow Tube

Grooved End

Vacuum \ Bag Tube Zipper

Opening Opening

Figure 2

Vacuum Bag

Recessed Tube Opening

Right

Flare Nozzle \\

Grooves

LockingTabs

Figure 1

Tube Flange

Figure 3

ASSEMBLY

VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY (Fig. 4, 5, 6 & 7)

• Remove the blower tube from the engine_ Page 7 = Set the unit, blower outlet up, on a flat surface.. Open the

vacuum inlet cover as follows:

- Insert a screwdriver into latch area.

-Gently twist the tip of the screwdriver and open the vacuum inlet cover with your other hand.

=Hold open vacuum inlet cover and align the grooves on

the upper vacuum tube with the lockingtabs insidethe vacuum inlet. Insert the upper vacuum tube and turn

clockwise until parts snap together.

° Assemble the vacuum tubes by aligning the slanted end

of the lower vacuum tube with the blower outlet as shown. Push the two tubes together until they are snug_

NOTE; The bottom end of the lower vacuum tube is cut at

an angle. Make sure slanted end of vacuum tube is aligned with blower outleL

° To attach the vacuum bag, align the grooves on the

elbow tube with the locking tabs inside the blower' outlet Be sure to align the dot on the elbow tube with the dot on

the blower housing° Insert elbow tube into blower outlet; twist elbow tube counterclockwise until parts snap

together,

° Adjust the vacuum bag at the elbow tube to remove any

twists..

Locking Tabs

Elbow Curved to the

iRight

Groove /

Figure 6

Vacuum Bag/ x,_ Shoulder Strap x'" ."

Seam "...` __=

., Strap Retainer

Figure 7

Slanted

End

Figure 4

Blower Outlet

;Locking

Upper Vacuum

Tube ._._

Lower Vacuum 1

Tube vacuum

Figure 5

'_"--- Blower Outlet _ Latch Area

Vacuum

_,_ inlet Cover

Vacuum Inlet

Inlet Cover

SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT (Fig. 7)

• With your left hand hold the unit in an upright position, supporting the lower vacuum tube on the ground. Make sure the blower outlet and vacuum bag are positioned on

your right-handside°

• Place vacuumbag strap around your'back and over your left shoulder. Snap vacuum bag hook onto the strap retainer in the top handle.

• Extend yourrightarm toward the rear of the vacuum bag.

• Adjust the shoulder' strap until the vacuum bag/shoulder

strap seam liesbetween your' thumb and index finger.

, Make sure the shoulder strap is adjusted to allow a free

flow of air from the elbow tube. If the vacuum bag is kinked, the unitwill not operate properly.

BLOWER CONVERSION

° Stop the engine. Allow the engine to cool.

• Remove the vacuum tubes and vacuum bag assembly

° Secure the vacuum inlet cover, Make sure that the latch

on the vacuum inlet cover is securely fastened_

• Reinstall the blower tubes as shown in the "Blower Tube Assembly" section.

CHECK LIST

° Check all fastener& Make sure they are tight and there

are no Ioose part&

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