Operator's Manual
CRRFTSMRN
-12Amp Motor
210 MPH/410 CFM
ELECTRIC BLOWER
Model No.
358.799370
@
_()R HOUSEHOLD USE
_hb WARNING:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating
Instructionsbefore first use of this product.
Foranswersto yourquestionsaboutthisproduct,
call7am-7pm, Mon.-Sat., or 10arn-7pm, Sun.
• 1-800-235-5878 (_"'=_'_==_')
Seam_Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA
' 530-087634 07117/98
WarrantyStatement 2 Service & Adjustments 10
Safety Rules 2 Storage' 10
Assembly 5 TroubleshootingChart 11
Operation 8 Spanish 12
Maintenance 9 Parts Ordedng Back Cover
FULLTWO YEAR WARRANTY ON SEARS BEST CRAFTSMAN ELECTRICBLOWER
If thisCraftsman ElectdcBlower fails to performproperly due to a defectinmated-
ai or workmanshipwithin(2) two years from the date of purchase, Searswill re-
pair or replace it, free of charge.
WARRANTYSERVICE18AVAILABLEBYRETURNINGTHE CRAFTSMANELECTRIC
BLOWERTO THE NEAR.EST5EARS STOREIN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty givesyou specific legal dghts,and you may also have otherrights
whichvary frOmstateto state.
Sears, Roebuck ond Co. D/8:I7WA Hoffman Estatea, IL 60179
IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Whenusing
electric gardening appliances, basic
safetyprecauUonsshouldalways befol-
lowedto reduce the.risk offire, electric
shock, and serious injury:
.Ti_.awarnings and safety instructionsin
thinmanual must be followedto reduce
the riskof fire, electric shock, or injury,
andtoprovidereasonab.,is safety and ef-
ficiencyinusungthis un.it.The operatoris
responsible for follow,ng the warnings
and instructionsin this manual and on
the unit. Read the entire Operator's
Manual before assembling and using
:tile unit! Restrict the use of this unit to
Loemonswho read, understand,and fol-
lowthe warnings-andinstructionsinthis
manualand onthe unit.Neverailowchil-
dran to use this unit. Close attention is
necase_arywhen used near children.
OPERATOR SAFETY
• Always wear safety glasses or similar
eye protectionwhen operating,servic-
ing, or performing manntenance on
your unit.Weadng eye protep-tioncan
help to prevent r._ks or debns from
being blown.,or ncocheting Into eyes
andface whnchcan resultin blindness
_or serious injury.
• Alwaysweara raspirat0rorface mask
whenworkingwiththe unitindustyen-
vironments.
• Dress safely in long pants. Do not go
barefoot or wear short pants or san-
dals.
• Do notoperate the unitwhen you are
_red, i11,upset,or if you are underthe
influence ofalcohol,drugs,or meduca-
tion.
, Secure hair so it is above shoulder
length. Keep loose hair, loose cloth-
ing, fingers, and all other parts of the
body awayfrom openingsand moving
parts. Hair, jewelry, loose clothnng,or
clothingwith loosely hanging straps,
ties, tassels, etc., can be caught in
movingpads.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
• Use only a voltage supply as shown
on the nameplate of the unit.
• Avoid dangerous situations. Do not
use in presence of flammable liquivds"
orgases toavoid creating a Tireor ex
plosion and/or causing damage to
unit.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Do
notuse Inunventilatedareas orwhere
dust or explosivevapors cad buildup.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-
TRICAL SHOCK_o not use in
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damporwatlocationsoraroundswim- • Avoid any body contactwith any
ruing pools, hot tube, etc. Do not ex- grounded conductor, such as metal
pose to bnow, rain, or water. Do not fences, or pipes,to avoidthe poesibil-
handle extensioncordplugorunitwith ityofelectricshock. Don't handle plug
wet hands, or unitwith wet hands.
• To reducethe risk of elfictrioalshock, - Do notusewith damagedcord or plug.
use extension cords specifically , If unit is not working as it should, has
marked as suitable for outdoor ap- been dropped, damaged, left out-
pliancas having electrical rating not doors,or dropped intowater, return it
less than the rating of the unit. The to )/our Sears Service Center for re-
cord must be marked with the suffix pair.
"W-A" (in Canada, "W"). Use a polar- Ground Fault Cimuit Interrupter
ized cord. Make sure your extension (GFCI) protectionshould be provided
cord Is in goodcondition. If damaged, on the circuit or outlet to be used for
have the co.rd replaced. An under- this unit. Receptacles are available
sized extensioncord willcause a drop having built-in GFCI protection and
inline voltage r..asuitingin lossof pow- may be usedfor this measure of safe-
erand overheating. Ifindoubt,use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord.
(NOTE: The correct size to be used
dependingonthe cordlength isshown
inthis manual).
• To reduce the risk of electricalshock,
this equ'_ment has a polarized plug
(onebisdeiswiderthantheother).Th_
plug willfitonlyone way in a polarized
ouUetof the extensionco.rd.Ensureyou
have a polarized exten_on cord. The
plugofthe polarizedextensioncord will
fd intotheoutletonlyonewayoIfthe plug
doesnotfit fullyinthe o_et, reversethe
plug.If itstilldoesnotfit, contacta quali-
fiedelectriciantoinstallproperoutlet.Do
notchangethe plug inany way.
• Inspectthe insulationand connectors
on the unit and extension cord before
each use. If there is any damage, do
not use until damage is repaired by
your Sears Service Center. Do not
pullor carry by cord; do not use cord
as a handle, close a door on cord, or
pull cord around sharp edges or cor-
ners..,_eep cord away from heated
surfaces. Do not unplugby pullingon
cord. To unplug, grasp_the.plug, not
the cord.
• To reduce the possibility of the exten-
sion cord disconnectingfrom the unit
dudng operation, tie the extension
cord to the unitand connect as shown
in this manual.
• Don't usethe unitifthe switchdoss not
turn the uniton and off properly.Have
the unit repaired by your Sears Ser-
vice Center.
• Keep the extensioncord clearof oper-
ator and obstacles at all times. Do not
e_-eords to heat, oil, 'water, or
sharp edges.
ty.
• Keep others includingchildren, ani-
mals,bystanders, and helpersa mini-
mumof50 feet(15 meters)away. Stop
the motor immediately if you are ap-
proached. Do notallow the unitto be
used as a toy.
DOUBLE INSULATION
CONSTRUCTIONThis unit is Double
Insulatedto helpprotectagainst elec-
tdcshock.Doubleinsulation construc-
tionconsistsof two separate "layers"
of electrical insulation instead of
grounding.Toolsand appliances built
with a double insulationsystem are
not intended to he grounded. No
groundingmeans is provided on th_s
unit,norshoulda means ofgrounding
be added to this unit. As a result, the
extension.c?rdusedwithyourunitcan
be pluggedinto any standard 120 volt
eleotdc_ outleL Safety precautions
must.beobservedwhenoperatingany
electrical tool. The double insulation
system only I?rOvidesadded protec-
tion againstinjuryresultingfrom an in.
temal electricalinsulation failure.
Allelectrical rep.airstothisunit,includ-
ing hous,ng,switch, motor, etc., must
be diagno._l and rep_,red by quail-
tied service personnel. Repis_.ment
partsfor a double insulatedappliance
must be identicalto the paris they re-
place.A doubleinsulatedappliance is
marked withthe words DOUBLEINSU-
LATIONor DOUBLEINSULATED.The
symbol [] (square within a _uare)
may alsobe marked on .._eappl_mce.
Failure to have the unit repaired by
Sears sense personnel can cause
the double insulation constructionto
become ineffective and result in sed-
ous injury.
UNIT/MAINTENANCESAFETY
• "rumoffallcontrolsandallowthemo-
tor to stop beforedisconnectingthe
unitfromthepowersource.
• Disconnect the unit from the power
source when not in use. Do notleave
the unitwhen it _ plugged into outlet.
• Do notset th_unit downv_ile the mo-
tor is running. Debds such as gravel,
sand, dust, grass, etc., could be
pickedup by the air intakeendthrown
out through the d_schargeopening,
damaging the unit, property, or caus-
ingserious injurytobystanders or op
erator.
• Donotoverreach orusefromunstable
surfacessuchas ladders, trees,steep
slopes, rooftops, etc. Use extra care
when cleaning on stairways. Keep
firm footing and balance at all times.
Keep hands out of tubes.
• Inspectthe entire unitbeforeeach use
forworn, loose, missing,or damaged
pads. Do not use until the unit is in
properworldngorder.
• Disconnect unit frompower source
beforeservicing,cleaning,performing
maintenance, or stonng.
This unitis Double Insulated. See the
"DOUBLE INSULATION" section.
Have all internalse_ce performed by
quarrfiedservice repair personnel to
avoid creating a hazard or voiding
• Store the unit unplugged in a high,
cool,dry, indoorarea out ofthe reach
of children.
i Uce onlyrecommended attachments
and replacement pads to avoid creat-
_g a hazard an_or voi_ng warranty.
Maintainme uniteccoroingto recom-
• mended procedures.
• Use only for jobs explained in this
manual.
BLOWER SAFETY
• Use onlyindaylightoringood artificial
light. . .
• Inspectthe area .beforeusingthe unit.
Remove all debns and hard objects
such .as rocks, glass, wire, etc., that
can ncochet, be thrown, or otherwise
cause injun/or dama.ge.
• Avoida.ccide.ntalstarting.Be sure the
switch is in the "offfpassionand keep
your har_.,and ringers away from the
switchwhdeoonneoring the unittothe
powersource or when carrying a unit
connected to the .powersource.
• Never run the unit withoutthe proper
equipmentattached. When used as a
blower, always install a blower tube.
Use onlyrecommendedattachments.
Do notuse with any oponin_lblocked,
Keepfree fromdust, lint:ha=rand any-
. thingthat may reduceair flow.
To avoid spreading fire, do not use
blower near leaf or brush fires, fire-
your warranty, p!aces, barbecue pits,ashtrays, etc,
• Have all maintenance other than the • Never place objects insidethe blower
recommended pro_Jdures desoribed • tubes; always direct the blowing de-
in the Operator's Manual performed brisawayf.rompeople,animals,glass,
by your Sears Service Center. and solid objectssuch as trees, auto-
. Always see your Sears Sennce Can- mobiles,walls, etc.Theforceof alrcan
ter to replace a damaged impeller, cause rocks,dirt,orstickstobethrown
Pads that are chipped, cracked, bro- ortoricochetwhichcan hurtpeople or
ken, or damaged inany otherway can animals, break glass, or cause other
fly apart and cause sedous Inlury,Re- damage. . . . .
placedamaged pads before usingthe Never use for sprecoing cnemmak%
und. fertfllzers, or any other substances
whichmay containtoxic materials.
• Ne_'erplace anyobjectinthe air intake
- -opening as this could restrict proper VACUUM SAFETY (if applicable)
• alrflowandcause_amagetotheunit. • Stop the motor and disconnect the
Never dousethe unitwithwater oroth
er liquidsor squirt with a water hose.
Clean with a damp s_onge and mild
soal_.,See "STORAGE;
• Check air intake openingsand tubes
frequently, always with the unit
stopped and power source discon.
nected. Keep vents and tubes free
from debris which can accumulate
and restrictproper air flow.
• Donotbum, incinerate, or expose this
unitto extreme heat.
po.wersource before opening the air
,nletdoor or attemptingto insertor re-
move the vacuum tuSes. The motor
must be stopped and the impeller
blades nolongertummg to avoid seri-
ous injuryfrom the rotatingblades.
• Hard obj.e_-tscan be thrown through
the collectionbag or the housingand
become dangerous, missiles which
can cause serious injuryto the opera-
tor or others.
• When.usinp _e vacuum attachment,
the unitisdesignedto pickup dryma-
terial such as leaves, grass, small
4
twigs,andbitsofpaper.Donotvacu-
um stones, gravel, metal, broken
glass,etc.,toavoidseveredama_.eto
theimpeller.Toavoidthepossibilityof
electricalshock,donotattempttovac-
uumwateror otherli.q.wids._- --
• Never run the unit without the proper
equipmentattached. When used as a
vacuum, always installvacuum tubes
and collection bag assembly. Make
sure the collection bag assembly is
completely zipped when unit is run-
ning to avoid flying debds. Use only
recommended attachments.
• Avoid situations which could set the
collectionbag on rire. Do notvacuum
discardedmatches,cigars, cigarettes,
or ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits,
brush piles, etc. To avoid spreading
tire, do not use blower near leaf or
brushrims, rimplaces, barbecue pits,
ashtrays, etc.
• Always use the collection bag shoul-
der _ when vacuuming to avoid
lossof control.
• Check air intake openings, elbow
tube, and vacuumtubes frequently,al-
ways with the unit stopped and the
power source disconnected. Keep
vantsandtubesfree fromdebriswhlch
can accumulateand restrictproperair
flow. Do not use with any opening
blocked,.Keepfreefrom dust,lint,hmr
and anyth,ngthat may reduceair flow.
STANDARDS
This productislisted by Underwriters
Laboratorias,Inc. in accordancewith
UL Standard 1017.
If situationsoccurwhich are not cov-
ered in th_ manual, use cam and
goodjudgement. If you need assis-
tance, contact your Sears Service
Center or call 1-800-235-5878. Failure
to followall Safety Rules and Precau-
tions can result insedous injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CARTON CONTENTS
Model 358.799370
Blower
BlowerTube
Cord Lock
Examine partsfor damage. Do notuse
damaged parts.
NOTE: If you need assistance or find
that parts are missing or damaged, call
1-800-235-5878.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If received assembled,
. repea_,all steps to ensure your unitis
propeily"-assembledand all fasteners
are secure.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USING YOUR UNIT AS A BLOWER
NOTE: ,Assembly instructions for using
your unR as a vacuum follow this sec-
tion.
ATTACHING THE BLOWER TUBE
AND NOZZLE
If you have already assembled your
unitfor use as a vacuum, remove the
vacuumtubes and the collection bag.
• Insertthe blowertube intothe blower
outieL
• Twistthe blower tube cJockwiseuntil
it is firmlyseated in the blower outieL
Make sure the nozzle pointsupward.
BlowerOutlet /
BlowerTube
ASSEMBLYINSTRUCTIONSFOR
USINGYOURUNITWITHTHE
OPTIONALVACUUMATTACHMENT
NOTE:Assemblyinstructionsfor using
yourunitas a blowerare explainedin
the previousses_on, ffyou have already
assembledyour unitfor use as a blower,
removetheblotler tube and nozzis.
WARNING: Stop the un'_and discon-
nectfrom the power source before
openingthe inletcover or attemptingto
insert or remove the inlet restrictoror
vacuum tubes. The motormust be
stopped and the impellerblades no
longerturningto avoid serious injury
from the rotating blades.
REMOVE THE INLET RESTRICTOR
An inletrestdctoris usedwhenusing
ycur unitas a blower.This restrictoris
notuseddudngvacuum.se, and must
be removedduringassemblyfor vscu-
um use.
NOTE: Be sure to keep the inlet re-
strictor for using your unit as a blower.
• Open the inlet cover by insertingthe
tip of a screwdriverintothe inletcover
latcharea, and twistingthe screwdriver
whilepullingthe inletcoveropen.
Bottomview
unit
• Rotate the inlet restrictorcounter-
clockwise, and liftout of the unit.
Do not closethe inlet door.Youwill
next attachthe vacuum tubes.
ATTACHING THE VACUUM TUBES
There are 2 vacuum tubes, an upper
and lower tube. The uppertube is cut
straighton both ends, and attaches to
the blower unit.The second tube is cut
an at angle on the lower end. This
' -._angled end will pointtoward the
groundduringvacuum use.
• Locate the arrows on the upper vac-
uum tube and on the vacuum inlet
area of _heunit.
UpperVacuumTube
• While holdingthe inletcover open,
alignthe arrows and insertthe vacu-
um tube intothe opening. Twistthe
tube dock'wiseuntilit is seated. A
second arrow on the vacuumtube
will alignwith the arrow on the unit
once the tube twisted completely in
place.
Alignarrows on tube & unit
• Attach the lower vacuum tube to the
upper vacuum tube by aligning the
arrows on the two tubes. Press the
tubes together until the lower tube is
fully seated in the upper tube. (About
3 inches)
Upper Lower
ATTACH THE COLLECTION BAG
Slide the openingof the collection bag
over the blower outlet. Pullthe strap
with Velcro tightlythrough the budde
and secure with Velcrotabs.
NOTE: Make sure the strap with
Velcro is locatedon the blower outlet
as shown.Also, make sure the zipper
on the bag is completely clnsed.
Stropwith Velcro
C,dlectlon
Bag Mower Outer
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ADJUSTING THE SHOULDER STRAP
ON THE COLLECTION BAG
• Carefully loop the shoulder strap
through the buckle as shown in the
illustration below.
Last In
FirstIn
• Positionthe unit on your dght-hand
side, blower outlet and bag pointing
toward the rear. Hold the unit in an
uptight position,and supportthe low-
er vacuum tube on the ground.
• Place the shoulder strap over your
head and onto your left shoulder.
• Adjust the strapto allow a free flow
ofair from the blower. Ifthe collection
bag is kinked, the unit will notoper-
ate properly.
NOTE: The strap is designedtoposition
the collectionbeg on yourshoulderwith-
out kinks. The strap isnot intendedto
supportthe weightofthe unit..
Shoulder strap
on leftshoulder
NOTE: If you are unable to locate the
inlet restrictor, the unit will still operate.
This restdctor improves the blower
function.
• Close the inlet cover and make sure
it is latched closed.
• Re-install the blower tubes. Refer to
the section A'R'ACHING THE BLOWER
TUBE AND NOZZLE for instructions on
how to attach these items.
EXTENSION CORD
Use only a 120 A.C. voltagesupply as
shownon nameplateof the unit.
The extensioncord usedto reachthe
power soume must be:
• Specificallymarked as suitable for
outdooruse. The cordmust be
marked withthe suffix"W-A."
• Heavy enough to carrycurrentfrom
the power sourcethe full length of
extensioncordto the unit. Otherwise,
lossof powerand overheatingcan
occur causingdamage to unit. Refer
to chartfor minimumwire gauge rec-
ommendations.The cord mustbe
marked with the properwire gauge.
(Appropriateextensioncords are
available.) Do notuse multiple cords.
• In goodcondition.Cord insulation
must be intactwith no cracks or
deterioration. Plugconnectorsmust
be undamaged.
MINIMUMWIRE GAUGE
RECOMMENDATIONS
VC)LTSi25 FT. 50 FT. 100FT.
120 16 16 14-
A.W.G." A.W.G." A.W.G."
•AmericanWireG=uge
No kinksin
Allowsfree air
flow
HOW TO CONVERT UNIT FROM
VACUUM USE TO BLOWER USE.
• Stop unitand unplug the extension
cord.
• Remove the vacuum tubes and
collection bag.
• InslstF_irJnlet restdctorthat was re-
moved when assembling for vacuum
use.
Secure extensioncordto unitusing
the accessorycord lock (if equipped)
or as follows:
• "Rethe power plug on the unit tothe
extensioncord as shown.
• Insert plug into cord socket.
Power Plugon Extension
Unit,_ Cord
KNOW YOUR ELECTRIC BLOWER
READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
UNIT.Compare the illustrationsto your unitto familiarizeyourselfwith the IocaUon
of the vadous cbntmis_and adjustments.Save thismanual for future reference.
On/Off
Switch
Blower
Tube
A_"-_.._- TopHandle
_1"_ AirVents
___R_r H_i _VerLatch
C__-- 0
OPTIONAL VACUUM ATTACHMENT
CollectionBag
UpperVacuumTube LowerVacuumTube
The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to acti- open and close the inlet cover.
rate the motor. The NOZZLE is designed to direct the
The INLET COVER LATCH is used to flow of air.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • In dusty conditions, slightly dampen
OPERATING TIPS
• To reduce the dsk of hearing less
associated with sound level(s), hear-
ing protectionis required.
• To reducethe riskofinjuryassociated
withcontactingrotaUngparts,stopthe
motorbefore installingor removingat-
tachmonts. Do notopera_ v_thout
race.
• Operate power equipmentonlyat rea-
sonable bourn--notearlyinthe morn-
ing or late at nightwhenpeople might
be dbturbad. Cernplywith-timeslisted
in localordinances.Usualrecornmen-
dationsare 9:_ a.m. to 5:_ p.m.,
Mon €though
• To reduce noise levels, limitthe num-
ber of pieces of equipment used at
any one time.
• To reduce noise levels,operate pow-
er blowers at the lowestpossible
throttle speed to do the job.
• Use rakes and brooms to loosen
- debris before blowing.
surfaces or use a mister attachment
when water is available.
• Conservewater by usingpowerblow-
ers insteadof hosesfor many lawn
and gardenappr_ations,including
areas such as gutters,screens,patios,
gdlis,porches,and gardens.
• Use the full blower nozzle extension
so the air stream can workclose to
the ground.
• After usingblowersand other equip
ment, CLEANUP! Dispose of debris
intrash receptacles.
STOPPING YOUR UNIT
Slide the On/Off switch tothe OFF
position.
STARTING YOUR UNIT
Yourunithas two run positions,Low
and High. Slide the switchto one of
these positionsto turn onthe unit.
WARNING: Do not usethe unit with-
outthe blowertubes, or collectionbag
properlyattached to avoidflyiT1gdebris
and/orImpeller contact whichcan
cause sedous injury. Alwayswear eye
protectionto prevent rocksor debris
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frombeingblownor ricochetinginto
theeyesandfacewhichcanresultin
blindnessorsedousinjury.
USINGYOURUNITAS A BLOWER
Useyourunitasa blowerfor:.
• sweep or
frcmc ewa skkMa pa, et=
• Blowinggrass clipping,s,straw, or
leaves intopiles, or removingdebris
from comers, around joints,or be-
tween bdcks.
Directair flow by directing the nozzle
down or to one side. Always work
away from solidobjects such as walks,
large stones, vehicles, and fences.
Clean comers by starling in comers
end movingoutward. This will help
prevent an accumulationof debris
whichcouldfly intoyour face.
Be carefulwhen working near plants.
The force ofthe air could damage
tender plants.
BlowerOperating
Position
USING YOUR UNIT WITH THE
OPTIONAL VACUUM ATTACHMENT
Use your unit as a vacuum to pick up
drymatedai such as leaves, grass,
smalltwigs, and bitsofpaper.
• For best resultsdudngvacuum use,
operate your unit at high speed.
• Move slowlyback and forthover the
material as you vacuum. Avoidfom-
"ngthe unit intoa pie of dabds,as
thiscan clogthe unit.
• Keep the vacuum tube about an inch
above the groundfor best results.
NOTE: If the unitbecomes clogged,
stop the unitand disconnectthe exten-
sioncord.Wait untilthe impeUerhas
completelystoppedtuming, then re-
move the vacuum tubes. Carefully
reach intothe vacuum opening and
clear outthe cloggeddebris.
VacuumOpera'_ng
Position
- CUST.DMER RESPONSIBILITIES
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
Check for Loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged or worn parts
Clean unitand labels
Clean Collection Bag
WHEN TO PERFORM
Beforeeach use
Beforeeach use
After each use
Ye=ly
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does notcov-
er items that have been subjectedto
operator abuse or negligence. To re-
ce.iyef__ullvalue fro.mthe warranty, the
operaT6rmust maintain unit as instruct-
ed in thismanual. Vadous adjustments
will need to be made periodicallyto
propertymaintain your unit.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Inlet Cover
• BlowerTube
• Nozzle
• VacuumTubes (if equipped)
• CollectionBag (if equipped)
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Refer replacement of damaged/wom
parts to your Seers Service Center.
• On/Off Switch- Ensure switchfunc-
tkx_spropedybymo_ngtheswitchto
the Off pusilk_. Make sure motor
stope;then rsstsrt motor andcor_ue.
AFTER EACH USE
CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
• Stop the unit and disconnectthe ex-
tensioncord.
• Clean the unitusinga damp cloth
with a milddetergenL
• Wipe offunitwith a clean dry cloth.
YEARLY
CLEAN COLLECTION BAG
IMPORTANT: THE COLLECTION BAG
MUST BE PROPERLY EMPTIED.
• YOUmust properly empty and main-
tain the collectionbag to avoid dete-
riorationand obstruc_n of air flow.
• Stop the unit and disconnectthe ex-
tensioncord.
• Remove the bag and empty after
each use. Do not store bag without
emptyingthe bag of allcontents.
• Wash the bag once a year by turning
inside outand washing with a water
hose. Be sure to letbag dry com-
pletelybefore reusingthe unit.
HOW TO REMOVE AN OBJECT
FROM THE AIR INTAKE
NOTE: If the unit becomes dogged, or
an object is drawn intothe air intake,
stop the unit and disconnectthe exten-
sioncord. Wait untilthe impeller has
completely stopped turning, then re-
move the vacuumtubes. Carefutty
reach intothe vacuum opening and
clear outthe air intake area.
Inspect the impellerfor cracks. If
cracked or damaged, do not usethe
unit. Have parts replaced by your
Sears Service Center. Do notattempt
to replace them yourself.
PARTS AVAILABLE
Vacuum Tube Set ..... 530-402499
Inlet Restdctor ........ 530-402045
Collection Bag ....... . 530-402533
Gutter Kit ................ 71-79992
Safety Glasses ....... 71-85707
Extensmn Cord ..... i'i _ 71-5702
Prepare unitfor storage at the end of
the season or if it will not be used for
30 days or more.
WARNING:
• Secure the unitbefore storing or
transporting.
• Store unitwith aftguards in place.
-Positionunitso that any sharp object
cannot accidentally cause injury.
• Store unitwell-outof the-reach of
children.
BLOWER STORAGE
• Diso00nect from the power source.
• Clean the entire unit.
• Open inlet cover and clean any dirt,
grass, or debris that has collected.
Inspectthe blower and all tubes.
Close end make sure the cover is
latched.
• Clean airvents and air inletof debds.
• Store your unit and extensioncord in
a well ventilated area and covered, if
possible,to prevent dust and dirt ac-
cumulation. Do notcover with plastic.
Plastic cannot breathe and may
cause condensationand eventual
rust or corrosion.
• Check entire unitfor loosescrews,
nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-
aged, worn, or broken parts.
10
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
SYMPTOM
:Unit fadsto
operate.
CAUSE
,Switch in the Off position.
• Extension Cord Disconnected
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blown
• Mechanical failure
REMEDY
•Move switchto on position.
• Reconnect extensioncord.
• Reset circuitbreaker or
replace fuse.
• Contact your Sears Service
Center.
• Contact your Sears Sewice
Center
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vibrates
abnormally.
impellerwill • Debris in air intake area. • Unplugunit Clean unitand
not turn remove any debris.
freely. ° Mechanical failure -Contact your Sears Service
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