Craftsman 358798980 Owner’s Manual

___ Operator's Manual

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1.9 cu. in./32cc 2-Cycle

GASOLINE BLOWER/VACUUM

Model No.

358.798980

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WARNING:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructions before first use of this product.

For answers to your questions about this product:
Call 7 am-7 pro, Mon-Sat; Sun, 10 am-7 pm

1-800-235-5878

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

530-084301 03/16/96

Limited Warranty Statement 2 Storage 9
Safety Rules 2 Troubleshooting Chart t0

Assembly 4 Parts List 11
Operation 5

Maintenance 7 Spanish 14
Service & Adjustments 8 Parts and Ordering Back

FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON SEARS BESTCRAFTSMAN" GASBLOWER
Fortwo(2) years from date of purchase, when this Gas Blower is maintained,

lubricated, and tuned up according to the instructions in the operator's manual,
Sears witl repair, free of charge, any defects in material or workmanship.

This warranty excludes blower tubes, spark plug, and air cleaner, which are ex-
pendable parts and become worn during normal use.

If this blower isused for commercial purposes, thiswarranty applies for 90 days from
the date of purchase. If this Blower isused for rental purposes, this warranty applies
for 30 days from the dale of purchase. This warranty applies only while this product

is in use in the United States.

WARRANTY SERVICE 1SAVAILABLE 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 slate to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co. Dept. D/81TWA Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Pre-

cautions can result in serious injury.
KNOW YOUR UNIT

• Read your Operator's Manual care-
fully until you completely understand
and can follow all wamings and

safety rules before operating the unit.

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

rules in this manual.

PLAN AHEAD

• Always wear eye protection when op-

erating, servicing, or performing
maintenance on unit. Wearing eye

protection will help to prevent rocks
or debris from being blown or rico-

cheting into eyes and face which can

result in blindness and/or serious in-

jury.

• Always wear respirator or face mask

when working with unit in dusty envi-
ronments.

o Secure hair above shoulder length.

Secure or remove jewelry, loose
clothing, or clothing with loosely

hanging straps, ties; tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving pads.

• Do nol operate the unit when you are
tired, ill, upset, or if you are under the

influence of alcohol, drugs, or me_-
cation.

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

mum of 50 feet (15 m) when starting

or operating unit.

• Inspect the area before starting the

unit. Remove all debris and hard ob-

jects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc.
that can ricochet, be thrown, or other-

wise cause injury or damage during
operation.

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

- Eliminate al! sources of sparks or

flame (including smoking, open

flames, or work that can cause

sparks) in the areas where fuel is
mixed, poured, or stored,

. Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area:

store fuel in a cool, dry, well venti-
lated place; use an approved,

-2-

marked container for all fuel pur-
poses.

• Do not smoke while handling fuel or
while operating the unit.

, Do not fill fuel lank while engine is

running.

,, Wipe up luel spills before starting en-

gine.

• Move at least 10 feet (3 meters)

away from fuel and fueling site before
starling engine.

OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY

• Stop the engine before opening the
vacuum inlel door. The engine must
be stopped and the impeller blades
no longer lurning Io avoid serious in-

jury Irom the rotating blades.

• Inspect unit before each use for
worn, loose, missing, or damaged

parts. Do not use until unit is in
proper working order.

• Keep outside surfaces free of oil and

fuel.

• Never slart or run engine inside a

closed room or building. Breathing
exhaust fumes can kill.

• To avoid static electricity shock, do
not wear rubber gloves or any other

insulated gloves while operating unit.

• Do not set unit on any surface except

a clean, hard area while engine is
running. Debds such as gravel, sand,
dust, grass, etc. could be picked up

by the air intake and thrown out
through discharge opening, damag-

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

• Avoid dangerous environmenls. Do
not use in unventilated areas or

where explosive vapors or carbon
monoxide build up could be present.

• Do not overreach or use from unsta-
ble surfaces such as ladders, trees,

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

• Never place ob.iects inside the blower
tubes; always direct the blowing de-
bris away from people, animals,
glass, and solid objects such as

trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The
force of a_rcan cause rocks, dirt, or
sticks to be thrown or to ricochet

which can hurt people or animals,
break glass, or cause other damage.

• Never run unit without the proper
equipment attached. When using

your und as a blower, always install

blower tubes. When using your unit
as a vacuum, always install vacuum

tubes and vacuum bag assembly.
Make sure vacuum bag assembly is

completely zipped.

• Check air intake opening, blower
tubes, vacuum tubes, and elbow tube

frequently, always with engine
stopped and spark plug discon-
nected. Keep vents and discharge

tubes free of debris which can accu-
mulate and restrict proper air flow.

• Never place any object in the air in-
take opening as this could restdct

proper air flow and cause damage to
the unit.

• Never use for spreading chemicals,
fertilizers, or other substances which

may contain toxic materials.

• To avoid spreading fire, do not use
near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces,
barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.

• Use only for jobs explained in this

manual.

MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

• Have all maintenance other than the

recommended procedures described
in the Operator's Manual pedormed
by Sears Service.

• Disconnect spark plug before per-

forming maintenance except for car-
buretor adjustments.

° Use only recommended CRAFTS-

MAN® replacement parts; use of any
other parts may void your warranty

and cause damage to your unit.

• Empty fuel tank before storing the unit.
Use up fuel left in carburetor by starting
engine and letting it run until it stops.

• Do not use any accessory or attach-

ment other than those recommended
by manufacturer for use with your unit.

• Do not store the unit or fuel in a

closed area where fuel vapors can
reach sparks or an open flame from

hol water heaters, electric motors or

switches, furnaces, etc.

,, Store in a dry area out of reach of

children.

SPECIAL NOTICE: For users on U.S.

Forest Land and in some states, in-

cluding California(Public Resources

Codes 4442 and 4443), Idaho, Maine,

Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and
Washington: Certain internal combus-

tion engines operated on forest, brush,
and/or grass covered land in the above

areasarerequiredto 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 regu-

lations pertaining to these require-
ments. Failure to follow these require-

ments is a violation of the law. This unit
isnot factory equipped with a spark ar-

restor; however, a spark arrestor is
available as an optional part. If a spark

arrestor is required in your area, con-

tact Sears Service for the correct kit.
The spark arrestor, blower tubes, and

nozzles must be assembled to unff to
be in full compliance with regulations.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gaso-

line powered hand tools could cause
blood vessel or nerve damage in the

fingers, hands, and joints of people
prone to circulation disorders or abnor-

mal swelling. Prolonged use in cold
weather has been linked to blood ves-

sel damage in otherwise healthy
people. If symptoms occur such as

numbness, pain, loss of Strength,
change in skin color or texture, or loss

of feeling in the fingers, hands, or

joints, discontinue the use of this too!

and seek medical attention. An

ant!vibration system does not guaran-
tee Ihe avoidance ofthese problems.

Users who operate power tools on a
COntinualand regular basis must moni-

tor closely their physical condition and
the condition of this tool_

CARTON CONTENTS

Check carton contents against the fol-

lowing list.
Model 358.798980

• Blower

• Blower tube

• Nozzle

• Upper vacuum tube

• Lower vacuum tube

• Elbow tube

o Vacuum bag

° 2-Cycle Engine Oil

NOTE: It is normal for the fuel filter to
rattle in the empty fuel lank.

ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled,

repeat a!l steps to ensure your unil is

properly assembled and all fasteners
are secure.

• No tools are required for assembly.
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY

• Assemble the blower tube and nozzle

to the unit (turn clockwise to tighten).

Blower Slower _
Tube. Outlet _ B_

__Nozzle

• Push the end ofthe elbow tube with

the grooves through the small bag
tube opening. Make sure the bag

tube opening is flush against the
raised rib in the middle of the tube.

• Close the zipper on the bag. Make

sure the zipper is closed completely
and the zipper seam is tucked toward

inside of the bag.
Raised Si___ Bag Tube

Efbow_ JI _ Opening

Tube _ - _ Looped

Zipper I _ _ Strap

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VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY
WARNING Slop engine and be sure

the impairerblades have stopped turn-
ing before opening the vacuum inlet

door or attempting to insert or remove

the vacuum tubes. The rotating blades
can cause sedous injury.

,, Remove blower tube from engine.
= Insert a screwdriver into the latch

area on the vacuum inlet cover.

_r_l _ sl_er

VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY

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

_ (_ ._ Vacuum

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