IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away SE_/ RS Operator's Manual Model No. 358.798340 Always Wear Eye Protection . CRRFTSMRN° 855 riP PH MOTOR Air Velocity ELECTRIC BLOWER/VAC DOUBLE INSULATED WARNING READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND FOLLOWALL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. • • • • Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Storage FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY Sears, Roebuck 530-083121-06/28/95 and Co.
IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS I lilt i i iii i i i i ii iii ii i i i ibm i iii i iii WARNING fire, warnings andand safety instructions in this manual mustefficiency be followed to reduce riskThe of operator electric shock, or injury, to provide reasonable safety and in using this the unit. is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the unit.
i ,A IMPORTANT UNIfSAFETY WARNINGS i iiii • • SAFETY Keep others including children, animals, bystanders, and helpers a minimum of 30 feet (10 meters) away. Stop the motor immediately if you are approached. o Stop the motor and disconnect the power source before opening the air inlet door or attempting to insert or remove the vacuum tubes. The motor must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating bJades. • Inspect the area before using the unit.
PRODUCT CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman Electric Blower/vac. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Center/Department. Sears has competent, well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. Please read and retain this manual.
III III I • I IIIII I I II III I IIIII III I IIIIIHIN II TABLE OF CONTENTS IHI I IIIIIlll I I I"11 I'111 III! I LJ Safety Instructions ............................. Product Specifications .......................... Customer Responsibilities .................... Warranty ..................................... Accessories ................................... IIII IIII IIII I 2 4 4,13 4 5 I I IIII II IIII Assembly ..................................... Operation ............................
ii i iin nl iiiiiiiiiiiiinnmmllln HARDWARE CONTENTS PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY IN CARTON NOT SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE Operator's Manual Upper Vacuum Tube Concentrator Nozzle Blower Tube i rl Lower Vacuum Tube i iill ml i Collection Bag i i iii ASSEMBLY iiiii i 111111111111 ii i iiii iii ATTACHING THE BLOWER (Fig. 2 & 3 ) REMOVE BLOWER FROM CARTON • • • Remove leose parts included with Blewer/vac. Remove all packing material.
===H H= , =11 H= ASSEMBLY HoW TO AssEMBLE YOuR UNIT AS A ..... VACUUM (Fig. 4 ) VACUUM VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY (Fig. 6 , 7, & 8 ) Before installing the vacuum tubes, you must first identify the upper vacuum tube. The upper tube is the one that is cut straight on both ends and does not have one end cut at an angle. Upper Vacuum Tube Figure 6 Figure 4 If your unit is configured in the blower mode, stop the unit, and remove the blower tubes and nozzle.
H,n = n,,,,, ====r= ASSEMBLY =n = =,,=, ATTAC'HING COLLECTION BAG (Fig. 9 ) • Slide the opening of the collection bag over the blower outlet. Pull the strap with Velcro tightly through the buckle and secure the Velcro tabs. NOTE: Make sure the strap with Velcro is located on the housin,q as shown. Strap BLOWER CONVERSION • Stop unit and disconnect from power source. • Remove the vacuum tubes and collection bag. • Install the inlet restrictor.
=n = = = ASSEMBLY i i CHECK LIST = Check all fasteners. Make sure they are tight and there are no loose parts. • Make sure the blower tube is firmly seated in the blower outlet• • If you are using the unit as a blower, make sure the inlet cover is latched_ = In blower mode. check to insure the nozzle is securely seated in the blower tube. • If you are using your unit as a vacuum, make sure the vacuum tubes are firmly connected, and positioned as shown in the assembly illustrations.
KNOW YOUR ELECTRIC BLOWER READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR ELECTRIC BLOWER. Compare the ilfustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. CONCENTRATOR NOZZLE TOP HANDLE AIR VENTS | \ ON/OFF SWITCH VACUUM TUBES \ INLET COVER LATCH VACUUM BAG -_ REAR HANDLE The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to tum on the unit.
_l, ................. = ='=!=r =1=H OPERATION - SAFETY = = OPERATOR ,, SAFETY (Fig. =, ,,,, =,H 0 Dress safely in long pants. Do not go barefoot or wear short pants, sandals, jewelry, loose clothing, or clothing with loosely hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc.; they can be caught in moving parts. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. Use of rubber gloves is recommended. • Checkthe unit before each operation. Look forwom, loose, missing,or damaged parts.
STOPPING • YOUR UNIT STARTING • USING YOUR UNIT AS A VACUUM (Fig. 16 ) Slide the switch to the OFF position. Use your unit as a vacuum to pick up dry material such as leaves, grass, smail twigs, and bits of paper. • F0r best results operate your unit at high speed, while using as a vacuum. YOUR UNIT Slide the switch to the LOW or HIGH position. OPERATING & Move the unit sfowly back and forth over debris to be vacuumed. Avoid forcing the vacuum tubes into a pile of debris as this can clog the unit.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES = = MAINTENANCE H= SCHEDULE Fill in dates as you complete regular service. Before Use After Use Yearly Service Dates Check for damaged or worn parts. C_ean unit and labels. Check for loose fasteners and parts. ,, ,,, ,,,,,,,,,,, Clean collection bag. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
i mill I I I I I i1,11|,1, i i SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ii ii iiiiiiiii1|111 i iii ii iiiiiiiiiiiii HOW TO REMOVE AN OBJECT FROM THE AIR INTAKE (Fig. 17 ) Release Locking Latch If an object is drawn into the unit through the air intake, do the following: • Push the switch to the OFF position and disconnectcord from the power source, • Remove the vacuum tubes. • Locate and remove the object(s). • Inspect the impeller for cracks, ff cracked or damaged, DO NOT use the unit.
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CRRFTSMRNo Operator's Manual 8.5 AMP MOTOR 150 MPH Air Velocity ELECTRIC BLOWER/VAC Model No. 358.798340 Each Electric BlowerNac has its own model number. The model number for your unit will be found on a decal attached to the unit. All parts listed herein may be ordered through Sears, Roebuck and Co. Service Centers and most Retail Stores.