Warranty Statement 2 Parts Available 7
Safety Rules 2 Storage 7
Assembly 5 Troubleshooting Table 8
Operation 6 Spanish 9
Maintenance 7 Parts Ordering Back Cover
CRAFTSMAN FU LL WARRANTY
When used and maintained according to the operator's manual, ifthis product fails
due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date of pur-
chase, return it to any Sears store or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for
free replacement.
This warranty applies for only 90 days from purchase date ifthis product is used
for commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Sears will
NOT pay for:
• Expendable items that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period,
such as the vacuum bag.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
IMPORTANT WARNINGS AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
AWARNING:
When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and serious injury. The warnings
and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to reduce the risk of fire, elec-
tric 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
unit! Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow the
warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit. Never allow children to use
this unit. Do not allow the unit to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used near children. Always disconnect unit from power source before servicing,
cleaning, performing maintenance, or storing. Nonconforming replacement compo-
nents or the removal of safety devices may cause damage to the unit and possible
injury to the operator or bystanders. Use only accessories and replacement parts as
recommended. Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
OPERATOR SAFETY
• Always wear safety glasses or similar
eye protection when operating, servic-
ing, or performing maintenance on
your unit. Wearing eye protection can
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 face mask
when working with the unit in dusty
environments.
• Dress safely in long pants. Do not go
barefoot or wear short pants or san-
dals.
• Do not operate the unit when you are
tired, ill, upset, or if you are under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medica-
tion.