Craftsman 358.794963 Operator's Manual page 5

mals, glass, and solid objects such
as trees, automobiles, 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.
• Never run unit without the proper
equipment attached. When using
your unit as a blower, always install
blower tubes. When using the op-
tional vacuum kit, always install vac-
uum tubes and vacuum bag assem-
bly. Make sure vacuum bag assem-
bly is completely zipped.
• Check air intake opening, blower
tubes, and vacuum tubes frequently,
always with engine stopped and
spark plug disconnected. Keep vents
and discharge tubes free of debris
which can accumulate and restrict
proper air flow.
• Never place any object in air intake
opening as this could restrict proper air
flow and cause damage to the unit.
• Never use for spreading chemicals,
fertilizers, or other substances which
may contain toxic materials.
• To avoid spreading fire, do not use
near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces,
barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
• Use only for jobs explained in this
manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
_WARNING: Disconnect spark
plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
• Have all maintenance other than the
recommended procedures described
in the operator's manual performed
by a Sears Service Center.
• Use only recommended Craftsman
replacement parts; use of any other
parts may void your warranty and
cause damage to your unit.
• Empty fuel tank before storing the unit.
Use up fuel left in carburetor by start-
ing engine and letting it run until it
stops.
• Do not use any accessory or attach-
ment other than those recommended
by manufacturer for use with your unit.
• Do not store the unit or fuel in a
closed area where fuel vapors can
reach sparks or an open flame from
hot water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store in a dry area out of reach of
children.
SAFETY 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 numbnes& 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 tool
and seek medical attention. An
antivibration 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.
SPECIAL NOTICE: For users on U.S.
Forest Land and in some states, includ-
ing California (Public Resources Codes
4442 and 4443), Idaho, Maine, Minne-
sota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Wash-
ington: Certain internal combustion en-
gines operated on forest, brush, and/or
grass covered land in the above areas
are required to be equipped with a spark
arresting screen, maintained 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 regula-
tions pertaining to these requirements.
Failure to follow these requirements is a
violation of the law. This unit is not facto-
ry equipped with a spark arresting
screen; however, a spark arresting
screen is available as an optional part. If
a spark arresting screen is required in
your area, contact Sears Service for the
correct kit. The spark arresting screen,
blower tubes, and nozzles must be as-
sembled to unit to be in full compliance
with regulations.
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