Craftsman 79636 User Manual
IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
Operator's
Manual
Model No.
257.796362
A WARNING:
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 During Operation
SE_/ , S/CRRFTSMR
ELECTRIC BLOWER
DOUBLE INSULATED
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
Sold by Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, Ill. 60684 USA
534886441-1-03/16/91 © Sears, Roebuck and Co., 1991
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER BLOWER
If this ELECTRIC BLOWER fails to perform properly due to a defect in material or workmanship within one (1)year from date ofpur-
chase, Sears will repair it free of charge.
If this ELECTRIC BLOWER is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty does not apply, This warranty applies only while
this product is in use in the United States.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING YOUR UNIT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPART-
MENT 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./DEPT. Di731CR-W, SEARS TOWER CHICAGO,IL 60684
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 3
KNOW YOUR UNIT ................... : .... 5
ASSEMBLY ............................... 6
USING YOUR UNIT ........................ 7
A. Operator Safety ..................... 7
B. Operating Tips--Blower .............. 8
C. Operating Tips--Vacuum .............. 8
D. Pre-operation Checks ................ 8
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ................. 9
A. MaintainYour UnitWith Care ......... 9
B. Storage ............................9
ACCESSORIES ............................9
QUICK REFERENCE PAGE .................11
PARTS AND SERVICE ............. Back Cover
SPECIFICATIONS
Top
Handle
._ Hanger
Switch
Side
Locking
Handle
Latch
Cover
Screw
Blower Nozzle
Tube
Cord Air Inlet
Retainer Cover
MODEL: 257.796362
MOTOR: 1 HP (Permanent Magnet)
AMPS: 6.5
VOLTAGE: 120V - 60HZ
AIR VOLUME: 300 Cubic Feet Per Minute
AIR VELOCITY: 125 MPH
VACUUM: ............Vacuum Components Included
Man ufs_'tur_l _nder one or more of the following U,S, Paten_: 4,325,162_
& 4.402,108; DES. 26-3,547. Other U.S. and foreign imtents p_ndtng.
Hook
Vac uuln J
Bag
Vacuum
Tubes
Upper
Tube
Lower
Tube
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ARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Precautions can result in serious injury.
WARNING: Thew ing andsafetyinstructions in this manual must be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, and to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using this tool. The
operator 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 the unit[ Restrict the use of this tool to persons who
read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit.
A. OPERATOR SAFETY
1. Always wear eyeprotection to prevent rocks or de-
bris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and
face which can result in blindness or serious injury.
2. Always wear a respirator or facemask when
working with the unit in dusty environments.
3. Always wear heav_ long pants, boots, and
gloves. Do not go barefoot or wear short pants, san-
dais, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely
hangl'ng straps, ties, tassels, etc.. Secure hair so it is
above shoulder length. Being fully covered will help
protect you from pieces ofto_c plants such as poison
ivy thrown by the blade, which could be more of a
hazard than touching the plant itself. Use of r_bber
gloves is recommended.
4. Keep hair, fingers, and all other parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
5. Do not operate the unit when you are tired, ill,
upset, or if you are under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
6. Keep children, bystanders, and animals away
from the work area a minimum of 30 feet when oper-
ating the unit.
7. nspect the area before using the unit. Remove
all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire,
etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause
injury or damage during operation. As a vacuum, the
unit is designed to pick up d_ material such as
leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not
vacuum stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, etc. to
avoid severe damage to the impeller. Do not attempt
to vacuum water or other liquids to avoid the possi-
bility of electrlcal shock.
B. TOOL SAFETY
1. Stop the motor and disconnect the power
source before opening the vacuum inlet door or at-
tempting to insert or remove the vacuum tubes. The
motor must be stopped and the impeller blades no
longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotat-
ingblades.
2. Inspect the entire unit before each use for worn,
loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until
the unit is in proper working order.
3. Have all internal service performed by Sears qu-
alified service repair personnel to avoid creating a
hazard or voiding your warranty.
4. Have all maintenance other than the recom-
mended procedures described in the Operator's
Manual performed by Sears qualified service repair
personnel.
5. Always see your Sears Service Center_epart-
merit to replace a damaged impeller. Parts that
are chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any oth-
er way can fly apart and cause serious injury. Replace
damaged parts before using the unit.
6. Never run the unit without the proper equip-
ment attached. When used as a blower, always in-
stall a blower tube. When used as a vacuum, always
install vacuum tubes and collection bag assembly.
Make sure collection bag assembly is completely
zipped.
7. Do not use any accessory or attachment other than
those recommended by Sears for use with your unit.
C. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
L Use only a 120 A.C. voltage supply as shown on
the name plate of the tool.
2. Avoid dangerous situations. Do not use in the
presence of flammable liquids (such as gasoline) or
gases to avoid creating a fire or explosion and/or
causing damage to the unit.
3. Do not use in dampor wet locations or around
swimming pools, hot tubs, etc. Do not handle
plug or unit _th wet hands. Do not expose to snow,
rain, or water to avoid the possibility of electrical
shock.
4. Use extension cords specifically" marked as
suitable for outdoor use. Match v_re gau_e to the
cord length. See the "Extension Cord" sechon.
5. Inspect the insulation and connectors on the
unit and extension cord before each use. Do
not use with damaged cord or plug. If unit is not
working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, do not use until
damage is repaired by Sears qualified service person-
nel.
6. Never carry the unit by the extension cord or
yank the extension cord to disconnect the unit.
7. Use the cord retainer as described in this mamml
to prevent extension cord disconnection.
8. Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn
the tool on and off properly Repairs to the
switch must be made by Sears qualified servlce per-
sonnel.
9. Keep extension cord clear of operator and ob-
stacles at all times. Do not close a door on cord. Do
not expose cords to heat, oil, water, or sharp edges.
10. Avoid any body contact with any grounded
conductor, such as metal pipes or w1_refences, to
avoid the possibility of electrical shock.
D. OPERATION SAFETY
1. Keep others including children, animals, by-
standers, and helpers a minimum of 30 feet
away. Stop the motor immediately if you are ap-
proached.
2. Inspect the area before using the unit. Remove
all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire,
etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause
injury or damage during operation. As a vacuum, the
unit is designed to pick up dry material such as
leaves, grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not
vacuum stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, etc. to
avoid severe damage to the impeller. Do not attempt
to vacuum water or other llqu_ds to avoid the possi-
billty of elecwical shock.
3. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the switch is
in the "off" position and keep your hand and fingers
away from the switch while connecting the unit to an
extension cord or when carrying a unit connected to a
power source.
4. Stop unit and disconnect from power source
when not in use.
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5. Donotsettheunit onanysurfaceexceptaclean,
hard area while the unit is running. Debn's such as
gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc. coula be picked up by
the air intake and thrown out through the discharge
opening, damaging the unit, property, or causing seri-
ous injury to bystanders or the operator.
6. Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in
unventilated areas or where dust or explosive vapors
can build up.
7. Do not overreach or use from unstable sur-
faces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops,
etc. Use extra care when cleaning on s_rways. Keep
firm footing and balance at all times.
8. Neverplace 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 the unit to be used as a toy.
9. Never place any object in the air intake open-
ing as this could restrict proper air flow and cause
damage to the unit.
10. Never run the unit without the proper equip-
ment attached. When used as a blower, always in-
stall a blower tube to avoid injury from flying debris
and/or impeller contact which can cause serious inju-
ry. When used as a vacuum, always install vacuum
tubes and collection bagassembly. Makesure the col-
lection bag assembly is completely zipped when the
motor is running to avoid flying debris.
11. Always use the collection bag shoulder strap
when vacuuming to avoid loss of control.
12. Never use for spreading chemicals, fertiliz-
ers, or any other su_bstances which may contain toxic
materials.
13. 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 piles, etc. To avoid spreading fire, do not use
blower near leaf or b_sh fires, fireplaces, barbecue
pits, ashtrays, etc.
14. Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
E. MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Maintain the tool according to recommendea
procedures.
2. This unit is Double Insulated. See the
"DOUBLE INSULATION _ section. Have all in-
tern._ service performed by Sears .qualified
service repmr personnel to avoia creating a naz.
ard and/or voiding your warranty.
3. Disconnect power source before servicing,
cleaning, or performing maintenance on the unit.
4. Use only genuine replacement parts as recom-
mended by Seers to avoid creating a hazard and/or
voiding your warranty.
5. Never douse the unit in water or other liquids or
squirt with a water hose. Clean with a dampsponge
and mild soap. See "MAINTEN_JqCE--STORAGE.
6. Check air intake openings, blower tubes, el-
bow tube, and vacuum tubes frequent 1:_always
with the unit stopped and the power source discon-
nected. Keep vents and tubes free of debris which can
accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
7. Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil-
dren.
If situations occur which are not covered in
t_is manual, use care and good judgement.
ntact your Sears Service Center/Depart.
ment if you need assistance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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