Craftsman 358.797310 - Manual (Page 4)

» Store in a dry area out of reach of
children.
SPECIAL NOTICE: For users on U.S,
Forest Land and in some states, in­
cluding Califomia{Public Resources
Codes 4442 and 4443), Idaho, Maine,
Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and
Washington: Certain internal combus­
tion engines operated on forest, brush,
and/or grass covered land in the
above areas are required to be
equipped with a spark arrestor, main­
tained in effective working order, or the
engine must be constructed, equipped,
and maintained for the prevention of
fire. Check with your state or local
authorities for regulations pertaining to
these requirements. Failure to follow
these requirements is a violation of the
law. This unit is not factory equipped
with a spark arresting muffler; how­
ever, a spark arrestor is available as
an optional part. If a spark arrestor is
required in your area, contact Sears
Service for the correct kit. The spark
arrestor, blower tubes, and nozzles
must be assembled to unit to be in full
compliance with regulations.
SPECIAL NOTICE; Exposure to vibra­
tions through prolonged use of gasoline
powered hand tools could cause blood
vessel or nerve damage in the fingers,
hands, and joints of people prone to cir­
culation disorders or abnormal swelling.
Prolonged use in cold weather has been
linked to blood vessel damage in other­
wise healthy people. If symptoms occur
such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture,
or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or
joints, discontinue the use of this tooi
and seek medical attention. An antivibra­
tion system does not guarantee the
avoidance of these problems. Users
who operate power tools on a continual
and regular basis must monitor closely
their physical condition and the condition
of this tool.
ASSEMBLY
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol­
lowing list.
Model 358.797310
• Slower
• Blower tube
• Elbow tube
• Vacuum bag
• Upper vacuum tube
• Lower vacuum tube
• Container of Oil
NOTE: It is normal for the fuel filter to
rattle in the empty fuel tank.
ASSEMBLY
A
WARNING; Stop engine and be
sure the impeller blades have stopped
turning before opening the vacuum in­
let door or attempting to insert or re­
move the vacuum or blower tubes.
The rotating blades can cause serious
injury.
^WARNING: if received as­
sembled, repeat all steps to ensure
your unit is properly assembled and aii
fasteners are secure,
• A standard screwdriver is required
tor assembly.
BLOWER ASSEMBLY
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY
It you have already assembled your
unit for use as a vacuum, remove the
vacuum tubes and collection bag.
1. Align the rib on the blower tube
with the groove in the blower outlet;
slide the tube into place.
NOTE: Tube clamp must be loose
enough to allow blower tube to be in­
serted in blower outlet. Loosen tube
clamp by turning knob counterclockwise.
Groove
2. Tighten the tube clamp by turning
the knob clockwise.
3. To remove the tube, turn the knob
counterclockwise to loosen clamp;
remove tube,
VACUUM ASSEMBLY
VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY
1. Open the zipper on the vacuum
bag and insert the elbow tube.