Craftsman 257.796362 - Manual (Page 7)

D. SHOULDEB STRAP ADJUSTMENT
1. With your left hand hold the unit in an upright posi­
tion, supporting the Lower Vacuum Tube on the
ground. Make sure the Blower Outlet and Collection
Bag are positioned on your right-hand side. Figure 6.
2. Place the Collection Bag Strap over your left shoul­
der. Figure 6.
3. A4just the Shoulder Strap to allow a free flow of air
from the blower outlet. Figure 6. If the Bag is
kinked, the unit will not operate properly,
E. BLOWER CONVERSION
1. Stop unit.
2. Remove the Vacuum Tubes and Collection Bag.
8. Secure the Vacuum Inlet Cover. Make sure that the
Latch on the Vacuum Inlet Cover is securely fastened
and the screw is reinstalled.
4. Reinstall the blower tubes as shown in the “Blower
Tube Assembly” section, _______ Figure 6
USING YOUR UNIT
A. OPERATOR SAFETY
A WARNING •
Do not assemble or disassemble the vacuum tube
while the unit is running. Inserting or removing
the vacuum tube while the unit is running can re­
sult in serious iiyury. Always stop the unit and dis­
connect the power source before unclogging the
unit or performing any maintenance on the col­
lection bag.
As a blower, the unit is designed to blow debris, grass,
straw, leaves, or small twigs. Never use for spreading or
misting chemicals, fertilizers, or any other materials
which may contain toxic substances. As a vacuum, the
unit is designed to pick up dry material such as leaves,
grass, small twigs, and bits of paper. Do not attempt to
vacuum stones, gravel, metal, broken glass, or any other
debris which may cause damage to the impeller. Do not
attempt to vacuum snow, water, or any other liquids to
avoid the possibility of electrical shock. Vacuuming wa­
ter or other liquids will cause damage to the unit and
possible electrical shock. Avoid situations that could
catch the collection bag on fire. Do not operate near an
open flame. Do not vacuum discarded cigars or ciga­
rettes or ash from fireplaces, barbecue pits, brush piles,
etc.
1. Bead your Operator’s Manual. Make sure you
completely understand and can follow all waminp
and safety instructions in the manual before operat­
ing the unit.
2. Always wear eye protection to prevent rocks or
debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and
face which can result in blindness or other serious in­
jury.
3. Always wear a respirator or facemask when
working in dusty environments.
4. Dress safely in long pants. Do not go barefoot or
wear sandals, short pants, loose clothing, or jewelry.
5. Check the unit before each operation. Look for
worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts. Do not use
the unit until it is in proper working order.
6. Inspect area before operating unit. Remove all
debris and objects such as rocks, glass, wire, large
sticks, etc that can cause damage during operation.
BLOWER
OPERATION
VACUUM
OPERATION
7.
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9.
Figure 7
Keep children, bystanders, ^d animals safe­
ly away. Before starting the unit and during opera­
tion, make certain children, people, and animals are
a minimum of 30 feet oiaay from the work area.
Cheek air intake opening, blower tubes, and
vacuum tubes frequently, always with the motor
stopped and the power source disconnected. Keep
vents and discharge tubes free of debris which can ac­
cumulate and restrict proper air flow.
Use the correct operating position. Figure 7.
Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such
as ladders, trees, steep slopes, roof tops, etc. Keep
firm footing and balance at all times.
10. Never place objects inside the blower tubes;
always direct blowing debris away from people, ani­
mals, glass, and solid objects sucn as trees, automo­
biles, -^Is, etc. The force of mr can cause rocks, dirt,
or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which may hurt
people or animals, break glass, or cause other dam-
11. ISver run the unit vdthout the proper equip­
ment attached. When using your unit as a blower,
always install blower tubes. When usingyour unit as
a vacuum, always install vacuum tubes and collection
bag assembly. Make sure collection bag assembly is
completely zipped.
12. When usingyour unit as a vacuum, always use
collection bag shoulder strap to avoid loss of control.