Craftsman 358.797922 - Manual (Page 3)

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A WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Failure io follow all Safely Rules and Precauiions can result in serious injury.
A. KNOWYOUK UNIT
1. Read yotir Operator’s Manual carefully rnitil
you completely understand and can follow a]] warn­
ings and safety instructions before operating unit.
Z, Restrict yeur unit to users who understand and
will follow all wartjiixp and safety instructions in .
this manual.
B. FLAN AHEAD
l;;,Alzc wear eye protection to prevent rocks or
debris from being bhwn or ricocheting into ^'e$ and
face which can result in blindness andfor other seri­
ous injury.
2. Always wear a ret^irator or facemaslc when
working with the unit in dusty enviromnents.
3. Always wear hea^vy, long pscDts> boots^ and
gloves. Do not M barefoot or wear short pants,
sandals, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing wtth
loosely han^g straps, ties, tassels, etc.; they can be
caught in moving Secure;^sdr so it is above
shoulder length, Beingfuily covir'ed will bdp pro­
tect you from pieces of tooc plants suidi as poison
ivy ttffown by the blade, which could be more of a
hazard than touching the plant itself
4. Do not operate the unit when you are tired, ill,
upset, or tf you are under the influence of alcohol,
dmgs, or medication.
5. Keep children, bystanders, and animals away
from tHe work area a minimum of 30 feet wkmstart-
ing or operating the unit.
6. Inspect the axeahefore starting the unit. Re­
move all debris and hard objects such as rocks,
^ass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or oth-
. «wise cause injury or damage during operation,
C. HANDLE FUEL WTTH CAUTION
1. Eliminnte all sources of sparks or flame (in­
' duding smoMng, open flames, or work that can
cause ^arks) in areas where fuel is mixed, poured,
or stored.
2. Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor arem; store
fhel in a cool, dry, weB—ventilated place; use an ap­
..,. proved, marked cmtainw for.all |p^;paposes. ^ .
not aasdfee whRe handlii^^teror wnite ’
'Operating the unit. -
4. Do not ^ fuel task while engitie is running.
3. Stop the engme before reinovragthe fbel cap,.
Allow the engine to cool before reeling.
6. Wipe up aUfuel spills &^rc starting engine.
7. Move at least 10 feet away fkom ftiel and fuel­
ing site before starting the mtgine.
p. OPERATE YOUB UNIT SAFELY
1. Stop the engine before opening the vacnunt
inlet door or attempting to insert or remove the
: vacuum tubes. Ji^^nginem^^tg^pped and the
impeller bladekiwphget toipi|3gi^^ serious
inijuiy from therotatinghlades.
2. Inspect the entire unit bef>re each use for worn,
loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use until
the unit is in proper working order.
3. Keep the outside surfaces free of oil and fueL
4. Never start or run unit inside a closed room
6. Never use for spreading dhemicals, fertiliz­
ers, or any other material which may contain toric
substances.
7, Do not set the unit on any surface except a
dean, hard area to start the engine or while
the engine is running. Debris such as gravel,
sand, dust, grass, etc. could
picked up by the air
intake and thrown out through the discharge open­
ing, damagingthe unit, property, or causing serious
injury to bystanders or the operator.
S, Avoid dangerous enviromnents. Do not use in
unventilat^ ateas or where erqplteive vapors or
carbon monoxide build up could be present.
3. Avoid situations which could set the collec­
tion bag on fire. Do not vacuum discarded cigars
or cigarettes or ash'from fireplaces, barbecue pits,
brush pües, etc. To avoid spreading fir^ do not use
blower near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue
pits, ashtrcys, etc.
10, Do not overreach or use from unstable sur­
faces suds as ladders, trees, steep tuoflops,
ete. Use extra care when cleaning on stairways.
Keep firm footing and balance at all tiroes.
11. Never placé objects inside the blower tubes;
always direct the blowing debris away from people,
animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, auto­
mobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks,
dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can
hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other
damage. Do not allow ^ unit to be used as a toy.
12, Never place any object in the mr intake open­
ing as this could restrict proper air flow and cause
damage to the unit.
13. Mever ran unit without the proper^equljj^
ment attached. When used as gblower, always in­
stall ablowertube, When used as a vacutan, always
install vacuum tubes and collection bag assembly.
. 14.Use only for jobs esplainedln this manual.
E.MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
1. Have all maintenance other than the recommended
promkîresdescïfliedhîliié Gperatoris Manual per­
. formed by your Sears Serrice Center.
2. Disconnect spark plug before performing
maintenance except for carburetor ^nstment.
3. Use only genuine replacement parts as xedom-
mendedl^ Sears to avoid creating a hazard and/or
voiding your wairanty-
4. Check air intake openings, blower tubes, el­
bow tube, and vacuum tabes frequently; al~
, ivayswithfrieenj 5 bttestopped, Keepventsandtubes
free of debris which can accummate and restrict
.. ror Sow. ;
5. Befoi^ storing the unit, use up fuel left in
carbaretor and mellhies by starting the engine and"
letting it run until it stops;. See “Stor^” section.
3. Do not use any accessory or attacbiEent other
thanthoserecommendedbySearsforusewithyour
7. Dd not store the unit or fiiel in a closed area
3. To avoid sliock from static electricity, do not*
wear robber or anv other insulated gloves whileotte.^,. ,
eratiag the unit. . .ss
from hot water heaters, dectricmotois or switches,
.furnate§.etc, , ,
»;• ■ Storb Ш ai dry area out of reach of children.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good Judgement.
Contact your Sears Service Cenieg/Deparpnent if you need assistance.