Craftsman 358.799430 Blower User Manual


 
KNOWYOURELECTRIC BLOWER
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
UNIT. Compare the illustrations to your unit to familiarize yourself with the location
of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
MULCHING BLADES
As a standard feature, the impeller on your blower also functions as a mulcher.
When using the vacuum attachment, the impeller/mulcher automatically reduces
debris at a ratio of up to 16:1.
Cord Retainel Top Handle _,, _1_
ON/OFF
Switch Collection Bag
Rear Handle
Inlet Cover Latch
Upper Vacuum Tube
Lower Vacuum Tube
Blower Tube/Nozzle
Inlet Restrictor _4,-_
ON/OFF SWITCH
The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to
activate the motor.
INLET COVER LATCH
The INLET COVER LATCH is used to
open and close the inlet cover.
BLOWER TUBE/NOZZLE
The BLOWER TUBE/NOZZLE is de-
signed to direct the flow of air.
INLET RESTRICTOR
The iNLET RESTRICTOR improves the
blower function.
STOPPING YOUR UNIT
Slide the ON/OFF switch to the OFF
position.
STARTING YOUR UNIT
Your unit has two run positions, LOW
and HIGH. Slide the switch to one of
these positions to turn on the unit.
_WARNING: Do not use the unit
without the tubes or collection bag
properly attached to avoid flying debris
and/or impeller contact which can
cause serious injury. Always wear eye
protection to prevent rocks or debris
from being blown or ricocheting into
the eyes and face which can result in
blindness or serious injury.
OPERATING POSITION
Eye Protection Eye Protection
Vacuum
USING YOUR UNIT AS A BLOWER
_bWARNING: Inspect the area be-
fore 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.
Use your unit as a blower for:
Sweeping debris or grass clippings
from driveways, sidewalks, patios, etc.
Blowing grass clippings, straw, or
leaves into piles, or removing debris
from corners, around joints, or be-
tween bricks.
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