Operator's 0 O 0 Manual I CRAFTSMAN°I 20cc/1.2 cu.in. 2-Cycle 150 MPH/305 CFM GASOLINE Model BLOWER No. 358.794200 A 9 WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product. For answers Call 7 am-7 to your questions about this product: pm, Mon.-Sat., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun. 1-800-235-5878 Sears, Roebuck 530086310 3/14/01 and Co., Hoffman _Hoo,s listed are Central Time) Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Warranty Statement Safety Rules Assembly Operation Maintenance Service & Adjustments FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY 2 2 4 5 7 8 Storage Troubleshooting Table Emissions Statement Parts List Spanish Parts Ordering ON CRAFTSMAN ® 9 10 10 12 15 Back Cover GAS BLOWER For one (1) year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Gas Blower is maintained, lubricated and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the Operator's Manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in mate
• Keep children, bystanders, and animals away from work area a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) when starting or operating unit. Do not point blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets. HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION, IT IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE • Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (including smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel is mixed, poured, or stored.
• 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. tinual and regular basis must monitor closely their physical condition and the condition of this tool. SPECIAL NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen which meets the requirements of California Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S.
KNOW YOUR BLOWER READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with locations of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Pr mer Bu b Throttte Lever _ _._ ,',_'_'_%,_. Fue Cap ..... _,,,,j>, __ Che e Blower Tube \ Lever THROTTLE LEVER The throttle lever is used to select the desired engine speed and to stop the engine.
with 1 gallon of unleaded gasoline). NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil. DO These oils will cause engine damage. When mixing fuel, follow instructions printed on container. Once oil is added to gasoline, shake container momentarily to assure that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before fueling your unit.
. To stop engine, move the throttle lever to the STOP position. NOTE: If engine does not stop, move the choke lever to the FULL CHOKE NOTE: If engine does not run after 5 pulls, repeat STARTING A COLD ENGINE procedure. STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Flooded engines can be started by placing the choke lever in the CHOKE OFF position and the throttle lever in the '_ position; then, pull the starter handle sharply to clear the engine of excess fuel.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is fixed, nonadjustable. 1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot. 2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard. 3. 4. the State of California _b WARNING: As your unit is used, carbon deposits build up on the muffler and spark arresting screen and must be removed to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting engine performance.
3. Turn the low speed mixture screw (L) counterclockwise until the speed increases and then starts to drop again. 4. Set the low speed mixture screw (L) at the midpoint between the two positions. High Speed Mixture Adjustment - H CAUTION: Do not operate engine at full throttle for prolonged periods while making adjustments as damage to the engine can occur. Adjust the mixture screw 1/16 of a turn at a time. A 1/16 turn is about the width of the slot in the top of the screw. Allow the engine to idle.
TROUBLESHOOTING _, TABLE WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing any of the recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation TROUBLE Engine will not start. of the unit. CAUSE REMEDY 1. Engine flooded. 2. Fuel tank empty. 3. Spark plug not firing. 1. See "Starting a Flooded Engine" in Operation section. 2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. 3. Install new spark plug. 4. Fuel not reaching carburetor. 4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
RANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As the small off-road engine engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Owner's Manual. Sears recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road engine, but Sears cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
