Know Your Unit - Craftsman 358.796921 Operator's Manual

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WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Failure to follow all Safety Rules end Precautions can result in serious injury.
A. KNOW YOUR UNIT
1. Read your Operator's Manual carefully until you
completely understand and can follow all wamings
and safety Instructions before operating the tool.
2. Restrict your tool to users who understand and
follow all warnings and safety Instructions in this
manual.
B. PLAN AHEAD
1. Always wear eye protection to prevent
rocks or debris from being blown or
ricocheting intoeyesand face which can
result in blindness and/or other serious
injury.
2. Always wear a respirator or tacemask when
working with the blower in dusty environments.
3. Dress safely in long pants. Do not wear loose
clothing, j ewelry,shortpantsorsandals;orgo barefoot.
4. Do not operate the tool when you are tired, ill, or
upset; or if you are under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
5. Keep children, bystanders and animais away from
the work area, a minimum of 30 feet when starting
or operating the engine.
6. Inspect the area before starting the tool. Removeall
debris and hardor sharpobjects such as rocks, glass,
wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown or otherwise
cause injury or damage during operation.
C. HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION
1. Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (including
smoking,open flames,or workthatcan causesparks)
in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured,or stored_
2. Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area; store fuel in
a cool, dry, well-ventitatedplece; and use an
approved, marked container for all fuel purposes.
3. Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
operating the unit.
4. Donot fillthefueltankwhiletheengine isrunning.
5, Wipe up all spills before starting the engine.
6. Move at least 10 feet awayfrom fuel and fueling site
before starting the engine,
D, OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY
1. Stop the engine before opening the vacuum inlet
door. The engine mustbe stopped and the impeller
blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury
from the rotatingblades.
2. Inspect the entire tool before each use for worn,
loose, missing or damaged parts. Do notuseuntilthe
tool isin properworkingorder.
3. Keep the outside surfaces free of oil and fuel.
4. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room
or building. Breathingexhaust fumescan kill.
5. Do not set the tool on any surface except a clean,
hard area to start the engine or while the engine is
running. Debrissuchas gravel,sand,dust,grass,etc.
could be picked up by the air intake and thrownout
through thedischargeopening,damagingthetool,pro-
perty or causing serious injuryto bystandersor the
operator.
6. Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use in
unventilated areasorwhereexplosive vaporsorcarbon
monoxidebuildup could be present.
7. Do not overreech or usefrom unstable surfacessuch
as ladders,trees,steep slopes,rooftops, etc.Keepfirm
footingand balanceat all times.
8. Never place objects inside the blower tubes; always
direct the blowing debris away from people,
animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees,
automobiles, walls,etc.The force ofair can cause rocks,
dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt
people or animals, break glass or cause other damage.
9. Never place any object in the air intake opening as
this couldrestrict proper air flow and cause damage to
the tool.
10. Never run the engine without the proper equip-
ment attached. When usedas a blower, a lwaysinstall
a blower tube.
11. Never use for spreading or misting chemicals, fer-
tilizers or any other substances which may con-
tain toxic material.
12. Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
E. MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
1. Have all maintenance other than the recommended
procedures described in the Operator's Manual
pe=formed by your Sears Service Center.
2. Disconnect spark plug before performing
maintenance exceptfor carburetoradjustment.
3. Use only genuine replacement parts as recom-
mended by Seam to avoid creating a hazard and/or
voiding your warranty.
4. Check air intake openings and blower tubes fre-
quently, always with the engine stopped and
spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and tubes
free of debris which can accumulate and restrict
proper air flow.
5. Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. Use up
fuel left in the carburetor by starting the engine and
letting the engine run until it stops.
6. Do not usa anyaccessory or attachment otherthan
those recommended by Sears for use with your
tool.
7. Do not store the tool or fuel in a closed area where
fuel vapors can reach sparks or an open flame from
hot water heaters, electric motorsor switches, fur-
Races, etc.
8. Store in a dry area out of the reach of children.
SPECIAL NOTICE ......... ....... _
For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine; _O_on and_shington. AllU.S.ForestLandand
the statesofCalifornia(Public ResourcesCodes 4442 and 4443), Oregonand Washingtonrequire,bylaw,that certaininter-
nal combustion enginasoperatedon forest, brushand/or grass-covered areas beequippedwitha sparkarrestor, m aintained
in effectiveworking order,or the engine be constructed, e quipped and maintained forthe prevention of fire.Check with your
stateor localauthorities for regulationspertaining tothese requirements.Failuretofollow these requirementsarea violation
ofthe law.This unit is not factory-equipped with a spark arrestor. Ifthese itemsare required inyour area, ask your dealer
to installPart#530-069207.
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