!........... : IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not 1'hrow=:Away operator, s manual MODEL NO. 358.797930-22.2cc 358.797970-22,2cc 358.796921-28.0cc 358.796982-28.0cc Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation SEAR6/ CRRFTSM RN® GAS POWER BLOWER _I_WARNING: Read the Operator's Ma_al and follow a!l Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 2 Cycle Engine Fuel Mix *.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER BLOWER " ' ForOne Yearfrom dat_ of purchase, when this Power 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 material or workma,_hip. This warranty excludes blower pipes, spark plug, and air cleaner; which are expendable partsand become worn during normal use.
II I IIIIII WARNINGS I[IIL fill I AND SAFETY I llllIIIIIIIIIllll I IIII INSTRUCTIONS I I II IIIIIll Failure to follow all Safety Rules end Precautions can result in serious injury. A. KNOW YOUR UNIT 5. Do not set the tool on any surface except a clean, hard area to start the engine or while the engine is 1. Read your Operator's Manual carefully until you running. Debrissuchas gravel,sand,dust,grass,etc.
i ii i,, IIIM,,II i iiii ii i i KNOW YOUR BLOWER iii iii iiii i A. INTRODUCTION Your blower is a high performance tough jobs. B, UNPACKING product designed for Special Features Include: • • Top handle for one-handed Direct Drive operation • • • • • INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove contents from the carton if you have notdone so. 2. Check parts against the Carton Contents List. 3. Examine parts for damage. Do not use damaged parts. 4. Notify your Sears Store immediately ff a part is missing or damaged.
I III IIIIII I J 1 ENGINE INFORMATION A. FUELING YOUR ENGINE 1. FUEL SAFETY 3. USE THE a. Use only recommended fuel mixtures. FOLLOWING ONLY: (16 parts gasoline to I part oil) I b. Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames. I c. Use a container approved for fuel. i tool or while using the tool. e. Wipe all fuelorspills starting engine, d. Do notup smoke allow before smoking near fuel or the -p f. Move at least 10 feet away from fueling site before starting engine.
i ii i iiiiii B. PRE-OPERATION iiii1!11111111 CHECKS 3. CHECK THE UNIT FOR LOOSE BOLTS, NUTS, OR FITTINGS. Before operating your unit, always: 1. ,_, CHECK OVER WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in this Operator's Manual. Make certainyoucompletelyunderstandand follow each one. 2. ,,, CHECK THE AIR FILTER. Tighten, repair or replace parts as necessary. Youwill need a Phillipsscrewdriver and a slottedscrewdriver. Useonlygenuine replacement partsas recommended by Sears. 4. CHECK THE FUEL TANK.
IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL CHOKE KNOB / / / (HALF POSITION) ON OFF OFF ] Figure 3 IIII II D. CARBURETOR 91) r Figure 4 I II I IIIIIlU Figure 5 IIII II ADJUSTMENTS Poor engine performance can be a result of other causes such as dirty air filter, carbon build-up on muffler outlets, etc. See "Trouble Shooting Chart" before proceeding with carburetor adjustments. • The'carburetor has been carefully adjusted at the factow.
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iii i i i lU iiii i i i iiiii i ii I i iiii USING YOUR TOOL AS A BLOWER A. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read your Operator's Manual. Make certain you completely understand and can follow all warningsand safety instructions, before operating the tool. 2 Always wear eye protection to prevent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness and/or other serious injury. 3. Always weara respirator or facemask when working in dusty environments.
I I I I GENERAL I III II II IIII I MAINTENANCE iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii A. AIR FILTER A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption. Clean the Air Filter: • Frequently, • Always clean after 5 tanks of fuel or 5 hours of operation, whichever is less. Follow these steps: 1. Remove the air filter (located above the control panel; see Figure 8 ). 2. Wash in soap and water.
To repair or replace: 1. Disconnect the spark plug wire and remove the 6 screws from the fan housing. Figure 9. 2. Separate the fan housing completely frQm the shroud. e 15. Hold the rope taut and make3completeturnsofthe pulley clockwise _ to place tension on the pulley. Hold the putiey to retain tension. 16, Align pulley notch with rope exit hole, pull starter handle to the full extent of the rope and allow the rope to slowly wind around the pulley. 17. Reinstall the fan housing.
iiiiiiiiii i i E. TROUBLE SHOOTING TROUBLE iiiiiiii i i iii CAUSE Engine will not start 1. 2, 3. 4. IIIIHIIIIIIII III I I REMEDY Ignitionswitchoff, Fuel tank empty. Spark plug not firing, Fuel not reaching carburetor. 1. 2. 3. 4. Move switchto "Start". Filltank with correctfuel mixture. Installnew plug. Check for dirtyfuel filter; clean. Check for kinked or splitfuel line; repairor replace. 5. See Starting Instructions, 6. Contact your Sears Service Center. 5. Engine flooded, 6.
SEARS GAS BLOWER PdEPAIR PARTS LIST -MODEL 358.797930, 358.796921 • Operator's Manual --1 KEY NO. t 2 358.797970, & 358.796982 PART NO. : 530'067355 530-069271 DESCRIPTION Operator's Manual Blower Tube Kit I I 2 Carburetor Assembly - #530-035196 g_Y NO.
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SEARS GAS BLOWER REPAIR PARTS LIST - MODEL 358.797930, 358.796921 358.797970, & 358.
SEARS GAS BLOWER R_PAIR PARTS LIST - MODEL 358.797930, 358.797970, 358.796921 & 358.796982 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION KEY NO. PART NO. Cylinder Model 358.796982 & 358.796921 Model 358.797930 & 358.797970 Cylinder Gasket Piston Ring Model 358.796982 & 358.796921 Model 358.797930 & 358.797970 Wrist Pin Retainer Screw #1/4-20x3/4 Muffler Ass'y. Muffler Attachment Spring Piston Kit (Incl. #3,4 & Pin) Model 358.796982 & 358.796921 Model 358.797930 & 358.
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II I|111I QUICK REFERENCE I II PAGE Read and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. PREPARATION ................................................................................. page 3 1. Wear eye protection. 2. Dress safely -- boots or safety shoes, long pants. 3. Check for worn, loose, missing, or damaged parts and repair. 4. Inspectand make safe the area to be cut. 5. Keep children, bystanders, and animals a minimum of 30 feet away.
i it ii lU The Model Number will be found below the top handle with the Serial Number. Always mention the Model Number when requesting service or repair parts for your unit. AIt parts listed herein may be ordered and most Sears Stores, operator's from any Sears Service Center WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AS SHOWN iN THIS LIST. manual 1. The PARTNUMBER 3. The PART DESCRIPTION 2. The MODEL NUMBER 358.797930-22.2cc 4. The NAME OF iTEM -GAS POWER BLOWER 358.