Craftsman 358.798370 - Manual (Page 9)

USING YOUR UNIT AS A VACUUM
Use your unit as a vacuum to pick up
dry material such as leaves, grass,
small twigs, and bits of paper.
• For best results during vacuum use,
operate your unit at high speed.
• Move slowly back and forth over the
material as you vacuum. Avoid forc­
ing the unit into a pile of debris as
this can clog the unit.
• Keep the vacuum tube about an inch
above the ground for best results.
NOTE; If the unit becomes clogged,
stop the unit and disconnect the exten­
sion cord. Wait until the impeller has
completely stopped turning, then re­
move the vacuum tubes. Carefully
reach into the vacuum opening and
clear out the clogged debris.
CLEANING THE COLLECTION BAG
IMPORTANT: THE COLLECTION BAG
MUST BE PROPERLY EMPTIED.
You must properly empty and main­
tain the collection bag to avoid dete­
rioration and obstruction of air flow.
Remove the collection bag from the
unit and empty after each use. Do
not store bag containing leaves,
grass, etc.
Wash the bag once a year. Remove
the bag from the blower and turn the
bag inside out. Wash the bag with a
water hose. Allow the bag to hang
and dry before you reuse the bag.
MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK WHEN TO PERFORM
Check for Loose fasteners and parts Before each use
Check for damaged or worn parts Before each use
Clean unit and labels After each use
Clean Collection Bag Yearly
GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS
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
will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Inlet Cover
• Blower Tube
• Nozzle
• Vacuum Tubes
• Collection Bag
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Refer replacement of damaged/worn
parts to your Sears Service Center.
• On/Off Switch - Ensure switch func­
tions properly by moving the switch
to the Off position. Make sure motor
stops; then restart motor and contin­
ue.
AFTER EACH USE
CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
• Clean the unit using a damp cloth
with a mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
YEARLY
CLEAN COLLECTION BAG
• Remove the bag and empty after
each use. Do not store bag without
emptying the bag of all contents.
• Wash the bag once a year by turning
inside out and washing with a water
hose. Be sure to let bag dry com­
pletely before re-using the unit.
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