Before Each Use - Craftsman 358.748240 Instruction Manual

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty onthis unit d oes n ot c over
items that h ave b een s ubjected tooper-
ator a buse o rnegligence. Toreceive full
value f rom the warranty, the operator
must maintain unit a sinstructed inthis
manual. Various adjustments will n eed
tobemade periodically toproperly
maintain your u nit.
BEFORE E ACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Inlet Cover
• Blower Tube
• Vacuum Tubes
• Collection Bag
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN P ARTS
Contact your S ears Service Center for
replacement ofdamaged orworn
parts.
• ON/OFF Switch - Ensure switch func-
tions p roperly bymoving the switch to
the OFF p osition. Make s ure motor
stops; then restart motor and continue.
• Inlet Cover - Discontinue use ofunit i f
inlet cover fails t olatch p roperly orifit
isdamaged inany w ay.
AFTER
EACH USE
INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
Stop unit and unplug extension cord.
• After each use, inspect complete unit
for loose or damaged parts. Clean
the unit using a damp cloth.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN COLLECTION BAG
IMPORTANT: THE COLLECTION BAG
MUST BE PROPERLY EMPTIED.
• You must properly empty and maintain
the collection bag to avoid deteriora-
tion and obstruction of air flow.
• Remove the collection bag from the
unit and empty after each use. Do not
store bag without emptying the bag of
all contents (grass, leaves, etc.).
• Wash the bag once a year. Remove
the bag from the blower and turn the
bag inside out. Wash the bag with a
water hose. Allow the bag to hang and
dry completely before you reuse the
bag.
HOW TO REMOVE AN OBJECT
FROM THE AIR INTAKE
,_WARNING: Stop tile unit and
disconnect from the power source be-
fore opening the inlet cover. The mo-
tor must be stopped and the impeller
blades no longer turning to avoid seri-
ous injury from the rotating blades.
1. While holding the inlet cover open,
remove the vacuum tubes. The in-
let cover must be held open
through all remaining steps.
2. Carefully reach into the vacuum
opening and clear out the air intake
area. Clear all debris from impeller=
3. Inspect the impeller for cracks. If
cracked or damaged, do not use
the unit. Have parts replaced by
your Sears Service Center. Do not
attempt to replace them yourself.
PARTS AVAILABLE
Blower Tube ........... 530403765
Elbow Tube ............ 530403769
Upper Vacuum Tube/
Vacuum Assist Handle &
Lower Vacuum Tube .... 530403989
Inlet Restrictor ......... 530403791
Collection Bag ......... 530095599
Gutter Kit .............. 71-79970
Safety Glasses ......... 71-85707
Extension Cord ......... 71-85709
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