Craftsman 79834 User Manual

IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

SE_/ RS

Operator's
Manual

Model No.

358.798340

WARNING

READ THE OPERATOR'S
MANUAL AND FOLLOWALL

WARNINGS AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE

TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY.

Always Wear Eye Protection

. CRRFTSMRN°

855 riP MOTOR

PH Air Velocity

ELECTRIC BLOWER/VAC

DOUBLE INSULATED

• Assembly

• Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Storage

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

530-083121-06/28/95

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

I lilt i iii i i i ii i i i iIMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING

_The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to reduce the risk of electric

shock, or injury, and to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using this unit. 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 unitl Restrict the use of this unit to persons

who read, understand, and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit.

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OPERATOR SAFETY

• Always wear safety glasses or similar eye

protection when operating, servicing, or performing
maintenance onyourunit. Wearingeye protectioncan

help to prevent rocks or debris from being blown or
ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in

blindness or serious injury.

• Always wear a respirator or facemask when work-

ing withthe unit in dusty environments.

• Dress safely in long pants. De not go barefoot or

wear short pants, sandals, jewelry, loose clothing, or
clothingwithloosely hanging straps, ties,tassels, etc.;

they can becaught inmovingparts. Secure hair so itis
above shoutder rength.

• Do not operate the unit when you are tired ill, upset,
or if you are under the influenceof alcohol drugs, or

medical on.

• Keep loose hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all

other parts of the body away from openings and
moving parts.

• Inspect the area before using the unit. Remove all
debris and hardobjects suchas rocks, glass, wire, etc,

that can ricochet,be thrown, orotherwise cause injury
or damage during operation.

• Restrict the use of this unitto personswho read, un-
derstand, and follow the warningsand instructions in

thismanualandontheunit. Never allowchildren to use
this unit.

• When using the vacuum attachment kit, the unitJs
designed topick up dry material suchas leaves grass,

small twigs,and bits of paper. Do notvacuum stones
gravel, metal, broken glass,etc., to avoidsevere dam-
age to theimpeller. Toavoidthepossibi/ity ofe/ectrica/

shock,donot attempt to vacuum water or other/iquids.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Use only a voltage supply as shown on the name
plate of the unit. _ .

• Avoid dangerous situations, uo not use in pres-
ence of flammable liquidsor_lasesto avoid creating a

fire or explosion and/or causmgdamage to unit.

° WARNINGmTO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRICAL SHOCK--Do not use in damp or wet
locationsor around swimmingpools,hottubs, etc. Do

not expose to snow, rain, or water. Do not handle

extensioncord plug or unit withwet hands.

° WARNINGhTo reduce the risk of electrical shock,

useextensioncords specificallymarked as suitable for
outdoor appliances having electrical rating not less

than the rating of the unit. The cord must be marked

with the suffix "W-A" (in Canada "W"). Use a polarized

cord. Make sure your extension cord is in good condi-
tion. If damaged have the cord replaced. Keep cord

from heat, oil, and sharp edges. An undersized exten-

sion cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. Ifin doubt, use the next

heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the

heavier the cord. (NOTE: See the Extension Cord At-
tachment section (page 8) for the correct size to be

used depending on the cord length).

• Inspect the insulation and connectors on the unit
and extension cord before each use. If there is any

damage, do not use until damage is repaired by a
Sears Service Center.

• Do not pull or carry by cord; do not use cord as a
handle,ciose a dooron cord,or pullcordaroundsharp
edges or corners. Keep cord away from heated sur-

faces. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,

graspthe plug, notthe cord.

• To reduce the possibility of the extension cord

disconnecting from the unit during operation, se-
cure extension cordto the unitas shown inthe Exten-

sionCord Attachmentsection (page 8).

• Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn the

unit on andoff properly. Have the unitrepairedbya

Sears Service Center.

• Keep the extension cord clear of operator and ob-

stacles at all times. Do not expose cords toheat, oil,

water, or sharp edges.

• Avoid any body contact with any grounded con-

ductor, such as metal pipes or wire fences, to avoid
the possibilityof electric shock.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. tf unit is not
workingas itshould, has been dropped, damaged, left

outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a Sears
Service Center.

• Ground fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection
shouldbe providedon the circuitoroutletto be usedfor

this unit. Receptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of

safety.

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock this equip-
ment has a polarized plug.This plugwillfit in a polar-

ized outlet orextensioncord onlyoneway. (Oneblade
is wider than the other.) Ifthe plugdoes not fit fully in

theoutlet, reversethe plug. Ifit stilldoes notfit,contact
a qualifiedelectricianto installthe properoutlet.Do not

change the plug inany way.

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LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. IT MEANS -
ATTENTION!II BECOME ALERTH! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

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,A IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

UNIfSAFETY

o 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.

• Have all internal service performed by qualified ser-
vice repair personnel to avoid creating a hazard or

voiding your warranty.

- Never run the unit without the proper equipment

attached. When used as a blower, always install a

blower tube. When used as a vacuum, always install
vacuum tubes and collection bag assembly.

• Do not use any accessory or attachment other than
those recommended by the manufacturer for use with

your unit.

* Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.

OPERATION SAFETY

- Keep others including children, animals, bystand-

ers, and helpers a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters)
away. Stop the motor immediately if you are ap-

proached.

o Stop the motor and disconnect the power source

before opening the air inlet door or attempting 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 rotating bJades.

• Inspect the area before using the unit. Remove all

debris and hardobjects suchas rocks,glass, wire;etc.

that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury
or damage during operation.

• When using the vacuum attachment kit, the unit is
designed to pick updry material such as teaves, grass,
small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not vacuum stones,

gravel, metal, broken glass, etc. to avoid severe dam-

age to the impeller. Do not attempt to vacuum water or
other liquids to avoid electrocution.

. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the switch is in

the "off" position and keep yourhand and fingers away

from the switch while connecting the unit to the power
source or when carrying a unitconnected to the power

source.

• Turn off all controls and allow the motor to stop
before disconnecting the unit from the power

source.

• Disconnect the unit from the power source when

not in use. Do notleave the unitwhen itis pluggedinto
an outlet.

• Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in un-

ventilated areas orwhere dustor explosive vaporscan
buifd up.

• Do not set the unit on any surface except a clean,
hard area while the unit 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 unit,property,or causing seri-
ous injury to bystanders or operator.

• Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces
such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc.

Use extra care whencleaningonstairways. Keep firm

footing and balance at all times.

• Never place objects inside the blower tubes; al-
ways direct the blowing debris away from people, ani-

ff situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgmenL

ff you need assistance, contact your SEARS Service Center/Department or carl the

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE at 1.800-235-5878.

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maJs,glass, and solid objects such as trees, automo-
biles, wails, 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 dam-

age. Do not allow the unit to be used as a toy.

- Never place any object in the air intake opening as
this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to

the unit.

• Never run the unit without the proper equipment
attached, When used as a blower, a_ways install a

blower tube. When used as a vacuum, atways instatl
vacuum tubes and collection bag assembly. Make

sure the colJection bag assembly is completely zipped
when unit is running to avoid flyin_ debris.

• Never use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers, or

any othersubstances which may contain toxic materi-
als.

• Avoid situations which could set the collection

bag on fire. Do not vacuum discarded matches, ci-
gars,cigarettes, or ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits,

brush piles, etc. To avoid spreading fire, do not use
blower near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue

pits, ashtrays, etc.

• Always use the collection bag shoulder strap
when vacuuming to avoid toss of control.

• Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

• Maintain the unit according to recommended pro-

cedures.

• This unit is Double Insulated. See the "DOUBLE

INSULATION" section. Have all service and mainte-
nance not explained in your operator's manual

performed by a Sears Service Center toavoid creat-
inga hazard and/or voiding yourwarranty.

• Disconnect from power source before servicing,
cleaning, performing maintenance, or storing the unmt.

• Use only genuine replacement parts as recom-
mended by the manufacturer to avoid creating a haz-

ard and/or voiding your warranty.

° Never douse the unit with water or other liquids or

squirt with a water hose. Clean with a damp sponge
and mild soap. See "STORAGE".

° Check air intake openings, blower tubes, elbow

tube, and vacuum tubes frequently, always withthe

unit stopped and the power source disconnected.

Keep vents and tubes free of debris which can accu-
mulate and restdct proper air flow.

• Do not attempt to repair unit. Repairs must be per-
formed by a Sears Service Center. Have all mainte-

nance other than the recommended procedures de-

scribed in the Operator's Manual performed by a
Sears Service Center.

• Always have your Sears Service Center replace a

damaged Impeller. Parts that are chipped, cracked,

broken, or damaged inany other way can fly apart and
cause serious injury. Have damaged parts repiaced
before using the unit.

• Do not burn, incinerate, or expose this unit to extreme
heat.

• Store the unit unplugged in a hi_.h, cool, dry, in-

doors area out of the reach of children.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears
Craftsman Electric Blower/vac. It has been designed,

engineered 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

Center/Department. Sears has competent, well trained

technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this

unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enabte you to assemble and maintain your unit properly.
A_ways observe the "SAFETY RULES."

MODEL NUMBER: 358.798340

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

VOLTAGE: .... _........ 120 Volts A.C.

AMPS ................. 8.5

AIR VOLUME .......... 300 c.f.m.

AIR VELOCITY: ......... 150 mph

WEIGHT .............. 6.5 Pounds

SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE FOUND
ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE PRODUCT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NL
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Manufactured under one or more of the following U.S.

Patents: 5,269,665; 5,211,144; 5,174,255; 5,035,586;
4,940,028; 4,846,!23; 4,674,146; 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;
D322,971; D304,510; D299,074; D266,355; D263,547.

Other U.S. and Foreign Patents Pending."

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
Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this Oper-

ator's Manual.

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON

CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC BLOWER

If this Craftsman EtectdcBlower failsto perform properlydue to a defect in material or workmanship within (1) one

year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair or replace it, free of charge.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC BLOWER TO THE NEAREST
SEARS STORE 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/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Safety Instructions ............................. 2

ProductSpecifications .......................... 4

Customer Responsibilities .................... 4,13

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

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

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

Operation .................................... 10

Storage ...................................... 14

Trouble Shooting .............................. t4

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

INDEX

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

Assembly .............................. 6, 7, 8, 9

C

Customer Assistance HoUine .......... Back Cover

Customer Responsibilities ................... 4, 13

H

Hardware Contents .............................. 6

K

Know Your Electric Blower/vac .................. 10

M

Maintenance Schedule ........................ 13

Model Number ................................. 4

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Operation .............................. 10, 11,12

Ordering Repair Parts ................ Back Cover

Safety instructions ........................... 2,3

Specifications ................................. 4

Stopping & Starting your Unit ................... 12

Storage ...................................... 14

Trouble Shooting .............................. 14

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

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ACCESSORIES

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

mostSearsretailoutletsandservicecenters. Most Sears stores can orderthese items for you when you provide the model
number of your unit.

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ACCESSORIES

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Safety Goggles

Gutter Attachment Kit

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_Gutter _

Extension Cord

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