Craftsman 358.79731 Blower User Manual


 
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK WHEN TO PERFORM
Check for Loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged or worn parts
Clean unit and IabeIs
Clean air filter
Replace spark plug
Replace fuel filter
Check muffler bolts
dBbWARNING: Stop engine and be
sure the impeller blades have stopped
turning before opening the vacuum in-
let door or attempting to insert or re-
move the vacuum or blower tubes.
The rotating blades can cause serious
injury, Always disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance or
accessing movable parts.
G EN ERAL R ECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov-
er items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To re-
ceive full value from the warranty, the
operator must maintain unit as instruct-
ed in this manual Various adjustments
wilt need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
Spark Plug Boot
Air Filter
Housing Screws
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact Sears Service Center for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
ON/STOP Switch - Ensure ON/STOP
switch functions properly. To stop en-
gine, push and hold switch in the
STOP position until engine comes to a
complete stop. Make sure engine
stops; then restart engine and contin-
ue.
Fuel Tank - Do not use unit iffuel tank
shows signs of damage or leaks.
Vacuum Bag - Do not use vacuum
bag if it is torn or damaged.
CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
Clean the unit using a damp cloth
with a mild detergent.
Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours of operation
Yearly
Yearly
Yearly
CLEAN AIR FILTER
Air Filter
_oqiAir Filter Cover
S_l_J / _ Screws
Cleaning the air filter:
A dirty air filter decreases engine per-
formance and increases fuel consump-
tion and harmful emissions. Always
clean after every 5 hours of operation.
1, Clean the cover and the area
around it to keep debris from falling
into the carburetor chamber when
the cover is removed.
2. Remove parts as illustrated.
NOTE: Do not ctean filter in gasoline
or other flammable solvent. Doing so
can create a fire hazard or produce
harmfuI evaporative emissions.
3. Wash the fitter in soap and water.
4. Allow filter to dry.
5. Apply a few drops of oil to the filter;
squeeze filter to distribute oil.
6. Replace parts.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Reptace spark plug each year to en-
sure the engine starts easier and runs
better. Set spark plug gap at ,025 in.
Ignition timing is fixed, nonadjustable.
1, Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2, Remove spark plug from cylinder
and discard.
3, Replace with Champion CJ-8Y
spark plug and tighten with a 3/4 in,
socket wrench (1O- 12 ft/tbs).
4, Reinstall the spark plug boot,
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