Craftsman 79938 Blower User Manual


 
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UNIT/MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Turn off all controls and allow the mo-
tor to stop before disconnecting the
unit from the power source.
Disconnect the unit from the power
source when not in use. Do not leave
the unitwhen itis plugged intooutlet,
Do not set the unit on any surface ex-
cept a clean, hard area while the unitis
running. Debris such as gravel, sand,
dust, grass, etc,, could be picked up
by the air intake and thrown out
through the discharge opening, dam-
aging the unit, property, orcausing se-
rious injury to bystanders or operator,
Do not overreach or use fromunstable
surfaces suoh as ladders, trees, steep
slopes, rooftops, etc. Use extra care
when oleanlng on stairways, Keep
firm footing and balance at all times,
Keep hands out of tubes.
Inspect theentire unit before each use
for worn, loose, missing, or damaged
parts. Do not use until the unit is in
proper working order.
Disconnect unit from power source
before servicing, cleaning, performing
maintenance, or storing,
This unit is Double Insulated, Seethe
"DOUBLE INSULATION"section. Have
all internal service performed by quali-
fied service repair personnel to avoid
creating a hazard or voiding your war-
ranty.
Have all maintenance other than the
recommended procedures described
in the Operator's Manual performed
by your Sears Service Center.
Always see your Sears Service Cen-
ter to replace a damaged impeller.
Parts that are chipped, cracked, bro-
ken, or damaged in any other way can
fiy apart and cause serious injury. Re-
place damaged parts before using the
unit
Never placeany object Intheair intake
opening as this couJd restrict proper
airflow and cause damage to the unit.
Never douse the unit with water or oth-
er liquids or squirt with a water hose
Clean with a damp sponge and mi_d
soap. See "STORAGE."
Check air intake openings and tubes
frequently, always with the unit
stopped and power source disoon-
nested. Keep vents and tubes free ol
debris which can accumulate and re-
strict proper air flow,
Do notbum, incinerate, or expose this
unit to extreme heat.
Store the unit unplugged in a high,
cool, dry, indoor area out of the reach
of children.
Use only recommended attachments
and replacement parts to avoid creat-
ing a hazard and]or voiding warranty.
Maintain the unit acoording to recom-
mended procedures,
Use only for jobs explained in this
manual.
BLOWER SAFETY
Use only in daylight or in good artificial
light.
Inspect the area before using the unit,
Remove all debris and hard objects
suoh as rocks, glass, wire, etc,, that
can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise
cause injury or damage.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the
switch isin the OFF positionand keep
your hand and fingers away from the
switch while connecting the unit tothe
power source or when carrying a unit
connected to the power source.
Never run the unit without the proper
equipment attaohed, When used as a
blower, always install a blower tube,
Use only recommended attachments.
Do not use with any opening blocked,
Keep free of dust, lint, hair and any-
thing that may reduce air flow,
To avoid spreading fire, do not use
blower near leaf or brush fires, fire-
places, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
Never place objects inside the blower
tubes; aN_ays direct the blowing de-
bris away from people, animals, glass,
and solid objects such as trees, auto-
mobiles, walls, etc. The force of air
can cause rooks, dirt, or sticks to be
thrown or to ricochet which can hurt
people or animals, break glass, or
cause other damage.
Never use for spreading chemicals,
fertilizers, or any other substances
which may contain toxic materials.
VACUUM SAFETY
Stop the motor and disconnect the
power source before opening the air
inletdoor or attempting to insert or re-
move the vacuum tubes, The motor
must be stopped and the impeller
blades no longer turning to avoid seri-
ous injury from the rotating blades.
Hard objects can be thrown through
the coIJectionbag or the housing and
become dangerous missiles which
can cause serious Injury to the opera-
tor or others.
When using the vacuum attachment,
the unit isdesigned to pick updry ma-
terial such as leaves, grass, smell
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