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Operator's Manual

CRRFTSMRN

1.4 cu.in./24cc 2-Cycle

205 MPH/410 CFM

GASOLINE POWERED

BLOWERNAC

Model No.

358.797290

WARNING:

Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions before first use of this product.

For answers to your questions about this product:

Call 7am-7 pm, Mon.---Sat., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun.

•1-800-235-5878 (.o==_._=._..=,_m)

Sears J_oebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

530-087632 07/10/98

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Warranty Statement 2 Storage 10

Safety Rules 2 TroubleshootingChart 11

Assembly 4 Pads Ust 13

Operation 6

Maintenance 8 Spanish 16

Service & Adj_,stments -9 Parts and Ordering Back

FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ®GAS BLOWER

Fo_o (2) years from date of purchasa, when this Gas Blower ismaintained,

lubncatad, and tuned up accordingto the instructionsin the operator's manual,

Sears will repair,free of charge, any defects in material or workmanship.

Thb warran_j excludes blower tubes, spark plug, and air cleaner, which are ex-

pe_dabl9 parts and become worn dudng normal use.

IftM_-:bl0wer__forcommemial purposes,thiswarrantyappliesfor 90 daysfrom

the date.ofpumhase. If this Bloweris usedfor rentalpurposes,this warrantyapplies

for 30 days from the date of pumhase. Thiswarranty appliesonly whilethisproduct

is inuse in the United States.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAJ_LE BY RETURNING THE BLOWER TO THE NF.JkREST

SEJ_RSSERVICE CENTFR IN THE UNITED STATES,

This warrdnty gives you specificlegal rights, and you may also have other rights

which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co. D/S17WA Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Failure to follow all Safety Rules and Pre-

cautionscan result in serious injury.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

• Read your Operator's Manual care-

fullyuntilyou completely understand

and can followall warnings and

safety rules before operating the unit.

•Restrict unitto users who understand

and will follow all warnings and safety

rules inthis manual.

PLAN AHEAD

•Alwayswear eye pmteclionwhen op-

-era_ng,servicing,or performingmain-

tenance on unit.Woaringeye protec-

tion v_llhelpto praOentrocksor debris

from'being blownor ricochetingInto

eyes and face which can resultin

blindnessand/or seriousinjury.

•Always wear respirator or face mask

iwhen working with unit in dusty envi-

ronments.

•Secure hair above shoulder length.

Secure or remove jewelry, loose

clothing, or Clothing_th loosely

hanging straps, ties, tassels, etc.

They can be caught in movingpads.

•Do notoperate unitwhen youare tired,

ili,upset,or if you are underthe influ-

ence of alcohol,drugs,or medication.

•Keep children,bystanders, and ani-

mals away from work area a mini-

mum of 50 feet (15 m) when starting

or operatingunit.

•Inspectarea beforestarlingunit.Re-

move all debrisand hard objectssuch

as rocks,glass,wire,etc. thst can rico-

chet, he thrown, or otherwisecause

injuryor damage duringoperal_n,

HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION

• Eliminate all sources of sparks or

flame (includingsmoking, open

flames, or work that can cause

sparks) inthe areas where fuel is

mixed,poured, or stored.

•Mixand pourfuel in an outdoorarea;

store fuel in a cool, dry,well ventilated

place;use an approvecl,marked con-

taber for all fuel purposes.

•Do notsmoke while handlingfuel or

while operatingthe unit.

•Do notfillfuel tank while engine is

running.

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• Wipe up fuel spills before starting en-

gine.

•Move at'least 10 feet (3 meters)

away from fuel and fueling site before

starting engine.

OPERATE YOUR UNIT SAFELY

•Stop the engine before Openingthe

vacuum inlet door.The engine must

be stopped and the impeller blades

no longerturning to avoid sedous in-

jury from the rotatingblades.

• Inspect unit bafom each use for

worn, loose, missing,, or damaged

parts. Do not use until unit is in

properworking order.

•Keep outside surfaces free from oil

and fuel.

•Never start or run engine inside a

dosed room or building. Breathing

exhaust fumes can Idll.

•To avoid static electricityshock, do

notwear rubbergloves or any other

insulatedgloves while operating unit.

•Do not set unit on any surface except

a clean, hard area while engine is

running. Debds such as gravel, sand,

dust, grass, etc. could be picked up

by the air intake and thrown out

throughdischarge opening, damag-

ing unit,property, or causing serious

injuryto bystanders or operator.

• Avoid dangerous environments. Do

not use in unventilated areas or

where explosivevapors or carbon

monoxide build up could be prssenL

•Do not overreach or use from unsta-

ble surfaces such as ladders, trees,

steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm

footing and balance at all times.

•Never place objects inside the blower

tubes; always direct the blowing de-

bds away from people, animals,

glass__d solid objectssuch as

trees, automobiles, walls_etc. The

force ofair can cause rocks, dirt, or

sticksto be thrown or to dcochet

which can hurt people or animals,

break glass, or cause other damage.

• Never run unit without the proper

equipment attached. When using

your unit as a blower, always install

blowertubes. When using the option-

al vacuum kit, always installvacuum

tubes and vacuum bag assembly.

Make sure vacuum bag assembly is

coml_lately zipped.

•Check air intake opening, blower

tubes, and vacuum tubas frequently,

always with engine stopped and

spark plug disconnected. Keep vents

and discharge tubes free of debris

which can accumulate and restrict

proper air flow.

•Never place any object in air intake

opening as this could restrict proper air

flow and cause damage to the unit.

• Never use for spreading chemicals

fertilizers, or other substanceswhich

may contain toxic materials.

•To avoid spreading fire, do not use

near leaf or brushfires, fireplaces,

barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.

•Use onlyfor jobe explained in this

manual.

MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY

•Have all maintenance other than the

recommended procedures described

in the Operator's Manual performed

by Sears Service.

•Disconnectspark plug before per-

forming maintenance except for car-

buretor adjustments.

•Use only recommended CRAFTS-

MAN• replacement parts;use of any

other partsmay voidyour warranty

and cause damage to your unit.

•Emptyfueltankbeforestoring the unit.

Use up fuelleftin carburetorby starting

engine and letiJngit mn untilit stops.

•Do not use any accessoryor attach-

ment otherthanthose recommended

bymanufacturerfor use withyour unit.

•Do not store the unit or fuel in a

closed area where fuel vapors can

reach sparks or an open flame from

hotwater heaters, electdc motorsor

switches,fomaces, etc.

•Store in a dry area out of reach of

children.

SPECIAL NOTICE: For users on U.S.

Forest Land and in some states, in-

cludingCalifornia(Public Resources

Codes 4442 and 4443), Idaho, Maine,

Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and

Washington: Certain internal combus-

tion enginesoperated on forest, brush,

and/or grasscovered land in the above

areas are requiredto be equipped with

a spark arrestor,maintained in effective

worldngorder, or the engine must be

constmoted, equipped, and maintained

for the preventionof fire. Check with

your state or local authoritiesfor regu-

lations pertaining tothese require-

ment_ Failure to followthese require-

ments is a violationof the law. This unit

is not factory equipped with aspark ar-

restor;, however, a spark arrestor is

available as an optional pad. If a spark

arrestor is required in your area, con-

tact Sears Service for the correct kit.

The spark arrestor, blower tubes, and

nozzles must be assembled to unit to

be in full compliance with regulations.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to w'ora-

tJonsthrough p_longed useof gasoline

powered hand tools could cause blood

vessel or nerve damage in the fingers,

hands, and joints of people prone to cir-

culation disorders or abnormal swelling.

Prclongeduse incold we_ has been

linkedto bloodvesseldamage in other-

wisehealthypeopla.If _occur

such as n4mbnees,pa_, lossof

strength,change in skincolor or texture,

or lossof feelingin the fingers,hands, or

joints,discontinuethe use of this tool

and seek medicalattention.An

antivibrstionsystemdoes not 9uarantse

the avoidanceof these problems.Users

who operate powertooison a continual

and rsgular basismust monitor clssely

theirph_'w,al conditionand the condition

ofthistool.

CARTON CONTENTS

Check carton contents against the fol-

lowinglist.

Model 358.797290

• Blower

•Blower tube

•Vacuum bag

•Upper vacuum tube

•Lowervacuum tube

•2-Cycle Engine Oil

NOTE: It is normal for the fuel filterto

rattle inthe empty fuel tank.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: If received assembled,

repeat all steps to ensure your unit is

properlyassembled and all fasteners

are secure.

• No tools are required for assembly,

BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY

If youhave already assembled your

unit for use as a vacuum, remove the

vacuum tubes and collectionbag.

•Align the rib on the blower tube with

the groove in the blower outlet;slide

the tube into place.

BIt_w_r: Blower

•Tighten the tube clamp by tuming the

knob clockwise.

• To remove the tube, turn the knob

counterclockwise to loosen clamp;

remove tube.

VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY

If you have already assembled your

unit for use as a blower, remove the

blower tube.

•Place the smallend of vacuum bag

overthe blower outletand clamp knob.

Blower

Velcro Strap

• "lightenthe Velcrc strap securely.

•Make sure the zipper on the bag is

closed completely.

•Secure the ends of the shoulder

strap by routingthe strap throughthe

buckle as shown.

VACUUM TUBE ASSEMBLY

WARNING Stop engine and be sure

the impeller blades have stoppedturn-

ing beforeopening the vacuum inlet

door or attemptingto insert or remove

the vacuum tubes. The rotatingblades

can cause serious injury.

• Remove blower tube from engine.

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•Align the lower vacuum tube as

shown. Push lower vacuum tube into

upper vacuum tube.

Upper

Lower

VacuumTube

•Insert a screwdriver intothe latch

area on the vacuum inletcover.

.,p_.. Blower

Outlet

Latch Area

Vacuum

Inlet Cover

•Gently tilt the handle of the screwdriv-

er toward the back of the unit while

pulling up on the vacuum inlet cover

with your other hand.

• Hold the vacuum inlet cover open un-

til upper vacuum tube is installed.

Vacuum Inlet

Retaining Post

Vacuum

Inlet

Cover ....._q

•Place the hooks on the vacuum tube

on the retaining posts; pivot tube into

position. Secure vacuum tube by

tuming the knob clockwise until tight.

Hooks

•When conva_ng back to the blower

feature, make sure latch on the vacu-

um inletcover is securelyfastened.

SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT

(for vacuum use only)

•Hold the unitas shown.

• Pass the shoulder strap over your

head and onto your left shoulder.

•Snap the hook onto the retainer on

the top handle.

•Extend you right arm toward the rear

of the vacuum bag.

•Adjust shoulder strap until the vacu-

um bag/shoulder strap seam lies be-

tween your thumb and index finger.

•Make sure air flows freely from the

elbow tube into bag. If bag is kinked,

the unit will not operatar properly.

MULCHING BLADES t

Your blower is equipped with mulching blades as astandard feature. When using the

optionalvacuum attachment, the mulching blades automaticallyreduce debris at a

ratioof up to 16:1.

KNOW YOUR BLOWER

READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE

OPERATING Y4DURUNIT. Compare the illustrationswith your unit to familiarize

yourselfwith the locationof the vadous controlsand adjustments.Save this

manual for future reference.

ON/STOP SWITCH

The ON/STOP switch is used to stop

the engine. The switch stays in the ON

position. To stop engine, push and hold

the switch in the STOP position until

the engine comes to a complete stop.

RoTrLELEVER(9

:The Throttle Lever 1 controlsengine

speed. Move it all the way forwardfor

full speed operation. Move it all the way

_reerward for idle speed.

PRIMER BUTTON ._)

The Primer Button(_) removes air from

the fuelfines and fillsthem with fuel.

OPERATING TIPS

• To reduce the risk of headng loss

associated with sound level(s), hear-

ingprotection is required.

• To rsduca the dskof bjury assodsted

wi_ contaoting rota_ngparts,stopthe

engine beforeinstallingor removing

This allows you to start the engine with

fewer pulls on the starter rolbe. Activate

Pdmer Button _) by pressing it and al-

lowing it to return to its original position,

C.OKEU W ®

The choke helps to supply fuel to the

carburetordudng starting. This allows

you to start a cold engine. Activate the

choke by moving the choke lever to

the FULL position. After the engine has

started, move the choke to the RUN

postition.

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attachment_ Do notoperatewithout

gt_(s) in place.

•Operatepowerequipmentonlyat rea-

sonablehours-cot early in the moming

or late at nightwhen people mightbe

disturbed.Complywithtimes Estedin

localord'mnces. Usual recommenda-

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tionsare_.00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,

MondaythoughSaturday.

•To reduce noise levels, limitthe num-

ber ofpieces of equipment used at

any one time.

•To reduce noise levels, operate pow-

er blowersat the lowest _esib|e "-

throttlespeed to do the job.

•"Use rakes and brooms to loosen

debrisbefore blowing.

•In dustyconditions,slightlydampen

surfaces or use a mister attachment

when water is available.

•Conservewaterbyusingpowerblow-

ersinsteadofhosesformanylawn

and garden applications,including

areas such as gutters,screens, pe_los,

gdlls,porches, and gardens.

•Use the full blower nozzle extension

so the air stream can work close to

the ground.

•After usingblowers and other equip

ment, CLEANUP! Dispose of debris in

trash receptacles.

OPERATING

POSITION

read and follow the safety rules relating

to fuel before fuelingyour unit.

IMPORTANT

Expedence indicatesthat alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract mois-

ture whichleads to separation and

formation of acids duringstorage. Acid-

ic gas can damage the fuel system of

an engine while in storage.

To avoid engine problems, empty the

fuel system before storage for 30 days

or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run untilthe fuel lines

and carburetorare empty.Use fresh

fuel next season.

Never use engine or carburetorcleaner

products inthe fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alterna-

tive in minimizing the formationof fuel

gum deposits duringstorage. Crafts-

man brand oilis already blended with

fuel stabilizer.See the STORAGEsec-

tion for additionalinformation.

STOPPING YOUR ENGINE

•To stop the engine, press and hold

the stop (:_ switchuntileng,ne stops.

STARTING YOUR ENGINE

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

You MUSTmake sure the tubes are se-

cure before using the unit.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel

informationin the safety rules before

you begin. If you do not understand the

safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your

unit. Call f_800-235-5878.

FUELING ENGINE

This engine is certified to operate on

unleaded gasoline. Before operation,

gasoline must be mixed with a good

quality2-cycle air-oooled engine oil.

We recommend Craftsman brand oil.

Mix gasoline and oil at a ratio of 40:1

(A 40:1 ratiois obtained by mixing 3.2

ounces of oil with1 gallon of unleaded

gasoline). DONOT USE automotive oil

or boat oil.These oils will cause engine

damage. When mixing fuel, follow

inetru.qtlo_n_sgdnted on container.

Once oIT_;dded to gasoline, shake

container momentarilyto assure that

the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always

• Fuel engine. Move at least 10 feet (3

meters) away from the fueling site.

•Hold the unit inthe startingposition

as shown. Make sure the blower end

is directed away from people, ani-

mals, glass, and solid objects.

WARNING: When startingengine,hold

the unites illostmted.Do not set uniton

anysurfacees_pt a dem, hardarea

whenstarUngeegineorwhilsanginels

running.Debrissuchas gravel,sand,

dust,gnus,etc_couldbepid<edupby

theairintakeandthrownoutthroughthe

dischargeopenir_,,dsmeflir_thetxCto,

property,or causingsedous Injuryto by-

standersor the operator.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE OR A

WARM ENGINE AFTER RUNNING

OUT OF FUEL

• Move the throttlelever (_ to the fast

,r_ position.

•Press the primer button (_) slowly 12

times. -_ ..... ..

•Move the choke lever (_ tothe Pull

Choke position.

Throttle

Lever _Switch

®

Choke

Lever_

•Pull starter handle sharply untilthe

engine attemptsto run, but no more

that 5 pulls (below 30°F, 8 pulls).

NOTE: If the engine attempts to start

before the 5th pull, go tothe next

step Immediately.

• Move choke lever (_) to Half Choke.

•Pull the starter handle sharply until

the engine runs, but no more than 5

pulls (below 30°F, 10 pulls).

•After a 5 second warm-up, move the

choke lever (_) to the Run position.

• Allow the unit to run for 30 more se-

conds at Run before moving the

throttlelever (_) tothe _position.

If the engine has not startsdafter 5

pulls (at Half Choke), repeat the Start-

ing aCold Engine Procedure. If the en-

gine stilldoes not =dart,proceed to

Starting a Rooded Engine.

• To stop the englne, press and hold

the stop (_ switch untilengine stops.

FOR A WARM ENGINE

••Move the throttle lever (_) to the fast

_IP position.

•Pull the starter handle sharply until

the engine starts, but no more than 5

pulls.

NOTE: If the engine has not started,

pullstarter handle sharply for 5 more

pulls. If engine still does not run, it is

probably flooded. Proceed to Starting

a Flooded Engine.

• To stopthe engine, pressand hold

the stop Oswitch untilengine stops.

DIFFICULT STARTING OR STARTING

A FLOODED ENGINE

Rooded enginescan be startedby plac-

ing the chokelever in the Off Choke

position.Move throttle lever to fast _;

then, pullrope untilengine starts.After

engine starts,movethe throttle lever to

to allow engineto Idle.

Startingcouldrequirepuffingthe starter

ropemanytimes depencfingon how

badlythe unit is flooded.If the unit_II

doesn'tstart,referto the Troubleshooting

Chart or call 1-800-235-5878.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK

Check for Loosefasteners and parts

Check for damaged or wom parts

.- ;Clean unit and labels

Clean air filter

Replace spark-plug

Replace fuel filter

GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this unit does not cov-

er items that have been sub|acted to

operator abuse or negligence. To re-

ceive full value from the warranty,the

operator must maintain unit as Instruct-

ed in this manual. Various adjustments

will need to be made periodically to

_p_r.opedymalntaln your uniL

WHEN TO PERFORM

Before each use

Beforeeach use

After each use

Every 5 hours of operation

Yasdy

Yearly

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

•Spark Plug Boot

• Air Rlter

•HousingScrews

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Refer replacement of damaged/worn

partsto your Sears Service Center.

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•On/StspSwitch-EnsureOn/Stsp

switch prope,ly.Tostopen-

gice, pushand holdswitchin the STOP

posen toacom-

pleta stop.Make sure engine stops;

then restartengineand continus.

••FuslTank- Do not ueeualt iffueltank

showssignsofdemageorleaks.

°Optional Vacuum Bag - Do notuse

vacuum bag if it is tom or damaged.

CLEAN UNIT & LABELS

•Clean the uKItusing a damp cloth

with a mild detergent.

•Wipe offunit with a clean dry cloth.

CLEAN AIR FILTER

Do not clean filterin gasoline or other

flammable solvent. Doing so can

create a fire hazard or produce harmful

evaporative emissions.

Cleaning the air filter:

A dirtyair filterdecreases engine per-

formance and increases fuel consump-

tion and harmful emissions. Always

clean after every 5 hoursof operation.

/_ Alr Rlter ,_veFir Iter

•Clean the cover and the area around

it to keep debrisfrom failing into the

carburetor chamber when the cover

is removed.

Remove partsas illustrated.

Wash the filterin soap and water.

•Allowfilterto dry.

•Apply afew drops of oUto the flfter;

squeeze filterto distributeoil..

•Repleceparts.

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plugeach year to en-

sure the engine starts easier and runs

better. Set spark plug gap at .025in.

Ignitiontiming is f_ed,nonadjustable.

•Twist, then pull offspark plug boot.

•Remove spark plugfrom cylinder and

discard.

•Replace with Champion CJ-SYspark

plug and tighten with a 3/4 in. socket

wrench (10-12 ft.-Ibs).

•Reinstallthe spark plugboot.

REPLACE FUEL RLTER

To replace fuel filter, drain unit by run-

ningit dry of fuel, then remove fuel cap/

retainerassembly from tank. Pull filter

from tank and removeit from the fuel

line• Installnew fuel filter on fuel line;

reinstall pads.

We recommend all service and adjust-

ments not listed in this manual be per-

formed b-v,:yourSears Service Center.

CARBURETOR ADJUS3"MENT

Carburetor adjustment is critical and if

done improperlycan permanently dam-

age the engine as well as the carbure-

tor. If you requirefurther assistance or

are unsure about performing this pro-

cedure, call our customer assistance

help line at 1-800-235-5878.

Old fuel, a dirtyair filter, a dirtyfuel fil-

ter, or flooding may give the impression

of an improperlyadjusted carburetor.

Check these conditionsbefore adjust-

ingthe e,ai_ouretor.

The carburetor has been carefully set

at the factory.Adjustments may be

necessary if you notice any of the fol-

lowingconditions:

• Engine will not idle. See "Idle Speed"

and "Mixture"underadjusting

procedure.

•Engine dies or hesitates instead of

accelerating. See "Accaiemtion

Check"under adjus6ng procedure.

•Loss of power. See "Mixture" under

adjusting procedure.

CARBURETOR PRESETS

When making carburetorpreset adjust-

ments, de notforce plasticlimitercaps

beyond the stops or damage will occur,

If carburetorpresets are not needed,

proceed to *ADJUSTINGPROCEDURE,

Idle Speed."

To adjust presets:

•Tum the mixture screw counterclock-

wise until it stops.

•Tum the idle speed screw clockwise

until it stops. Now turn counterclock-

wise 4-1/2 turns.

Start motor, let it run for 3 minutes, and

proceed to the adjustment section. If

engine does not start, refer to trouble-

shooting chart or call 1-800-235-5878.

If engine performance is acceptabte at

the preset positions, no further adjust-

ments are necessary.

Idle Speed

Screw

Mixture.Screw

(withUmltsr Cap)

ADJUSTING PROCEDURE

Idle Speed "IDLE"

Allow engine to idle. Adjustspeed until

engine runswithoutstalling.

•Turn clockwiseto incma_e_ngi_e

speed if engine stallsor dies.

•Turn counterclockwiseto decrease

speed.

No furtheradjustments are necessary if

performance is satisfactory.

MIxture "MIX"

Allow engine to idle. Then accelerate

the engine and note portormance. If

engine hesitates, bogs down, or

smokes during acceleration, turn mix-

tun) screw clockwise in 1/16-turnincre-

ments untilperformance is satisfactory.

Repeat thisprocedure as necessary

for properadjustment. After completing

adjustments,check for acceleration.

Reset if necessary.

Acceleration Check

If engine dies or hesitates insteadof

accelerating,turn mixture screw coun-

temlockwiseuntilyou have smooth ac-

celeration. Recheck and adjust as nec-

essary for acceptable performance.

Prepare unit for storage at end ofsea-

son or if it will not be used for 30 days

or more.

WARNING:

•Allow engine to cool, and secure the

unitbefore stodng ortransporting.

•Store unit and fuel In a well ventilated

area where fuel vapors cannot reach

sparks or open flames from water

heaters, electric motors or switches,

furnaces, etc.

•Store unit with all guards in place.

Position unit so that any sharp object

cannot accidentallycause injury.

•Store unit and fuel well out of the

reach of children.

EXTERNAL SURFACES

•I! your unit isto be stored for a period

of time, dean it thoroughly .before

storage. Store in a clean dry area.

•Ughtly oil external metal surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

Under Fueling Engine in the Operating

Section of this manual, see message

labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use

of gasohol in your engine.

Fuelstabilizeris an acceptable_erne-

rive in minim_'Jngthe _ offuel

gum delx_'_ during storage.Add _oi-

,zer to gasolinein fuel tankor fuelstor-

age container.Followthe mixinstructions

found on stabiker ccnta_r. Run engine

at least5 minutes afteraddng stabTBer.

CRAFTSMAN40:1, 2-cycle engine oil

(air cooled) is already blendedwith fuel

stabilizer. If you do not use this Sears

oil,you can add afuel stab=Tizerto your

fuel tank.

INTERNAL ENGINE

• Remove spark plug and pour I tea-

spoon of 40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air

cooled) through the spark plug open-

ing. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to

10 times to_listributs oil.

•Replace spark plug with new one of

recommended type and heat range.

•Clean air filter.

•Check entire unit for loose screws,

nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam-

aged, broken, or wom parts.

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WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE:

The warranty period begins on the date the

lawn and ;iardan equipment engine Is PUr-

chased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This

warmntyehailbe forapadod oftwoyears from

the Inl_aidate of purchase. WHAT IS COV-

ERED, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF

PARTS. Repair or replacam.antof a.ny war-

AgencylCailfomta Air Resources Board and rented part Willbe penormeo at no charge to

SEARS, ROEBUCKANDCO.,aroploasedto the owner at an approved SEARB Service

e:_plainthe emlsslons controlsystem warren- Center. If you have any.questrons..m..garamg

tyonyourJawnand gardenequipment engine, your warranty dghts and responslD,lUeS,you

AI nowuti ]tyandlawnano garaonequipment should contact y.ournearest authodze¢_-N.r-

engines muSt be designed, built, and vice center or call SEARS, ROEBUCK AND

equipped to meet the Stringent anfi....--sm_og CO. at 1-000-235-5878 WARRANTY PE-

standams. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND _;0. RIOD: Anywarrantad partwhlchls notached-

must warrant the emission control system on uled for replacement as requlre.d mainta-

your lawn and garden equlpment engine for nonce, or which is scheduled onlyTorregular

the pedodsof time listedbelowproviDeDmere Inspect|onto the effect of "repairer raplaca as

has been no ai_Jse, neglect, or Improper necessary" shall be warranted for _ y.aare.

maintananca of your lawn and gar.danequip- Any warranted partwhich IsscneouJeOforre-

mentengme.'_our emlssioncontrolsystemin" placement as required maintenance shall be

dudes parts such as the carburetor and the warranted for the period of time up to the first

ignitione_tem. Where a warrantable condl scheduled re.p.lacemantpoint for that part.

lion exits SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. will DIAGNOSlS.Theownarshailnotbecharged

repair your lawn and garden equipment an- for d agnostic laborwhlchleess to the deter-

g|no at nocoSt to you._xpens..os covered un- ruination that a warrantee part is detec_ve if

oar warranty include diagnosis, parts and la- the diagnostic work Is.performed at an ap_

bet, MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY proved SEARS Serwce.uentar. CONSE

GUENTIAL DAMAGES. SEARS, ROE-

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGA-

TIONS: The U. S. Environmental Protection

COVERAGE: If any omissionsrelated parton

your engine (as listed under Emissions uon-

trol Warranty Pa_s List) Is Defect.re or a da-

fectlnthe mstedaJsorwo_mansnlp orme en-

gine causes the f!,Uureof such _emission

related part, the part WillDe repeureoor re-

placed b_, SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.

OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-

TIES: As the lawn and garden equipment en-

gineownerryouare responsibletoune penor-

rnance of the required maintenance listed in

your Owner's Manual. SEARS, ROEBUCK

AND CO. recommends that yoU retain all re-

BUCKAND CO. may be liablefor damages to

other engine components causeS by the fail-

ure of awarrentodpart aitil under warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All failures

caused by abuse, neglect,or impropermain-

tenance are not covered. ADD_ON OR MO-

DIRED PARTS:The useo|sdd-Gnormocked

i_ts canbe roundsford a

able to cover failures of warranted parts

causes by the use of esd-on or modified

parts. HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you .have

any questions regardingyour warranty rights

and responsibilities,youenould contactyou_

nearest authorized service center or ca,

ceipta covering maintenance on your lawn

and garden equipment engine, but SEARS,

ROEBUCK AND CO. cannot deny warranty

solaiyforthetackofreceiptsorforyourla_lure SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. at

tO ensure the performance of all scheduled 1-800-235-5878. WHERE TO GET WAR.

maintenance. Asthelawrlandgardanequip- RANTY SERVICE: Warrenty servicesor .re

mentenglne owner,you shouldbe aware that pairs shall be provided at all SEARS Servl_

SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO. maydenyyou Centers. Call: 1.800-235-5878 MNNTE

warranty cover.age If your lawn and garden NANCE, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR OP

equlpmantenglneorapartoflt hasfailoddue EMISSION RELATED PARTS: Any SEARS,

toabuse,neg|ect,|mproper matntenanca,un- ROEBUCK AND CO. approved replacement

appmveam6d ficat ons,ortheuse ofpartsnot part used Inthe perle.rpanca of ar!.ywarran_

mess or approves bytheodglnaiequipment maintenance or repair on emission relamo

m_ufacturer. You are responsible for pres- parts will be provided without charge to th_

enungyour lawn aria galen equipment an- owner if the part Is under warranty. EMIS.

gins to a SEARS Service uentaras eden as a SION CONTROLWARRANTY PARTS US1!

problem existS. Warranty repairs should be Carburetor, lgnltlonSystem:SparkPlug(cov

completedinareasonab|eamountoft]me,not area up to maintanen ce___,__h__du_l_e)±.lgr_nltlor

to exceed 30 days. if you have anyquastlons Module. MAINTENANCEsTATEME_NI: ln*

regarding your warranty rightsand responsl- ownerls responsibleforthe performanceofal

b_litles,you should contaCt your nearest au- required maintenance as defined inthe own

thonzeOservlca center or call SEARS, ROE- er'Smanual.

BUCK AND CO. at 1-800-235-5878.

•At the beginnin_ of the next season,

use only.freshf0el having the proper

gasolineto oil ratio.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one sea-

son to another.

• Replace your gasolinecan if it starts

to rust.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

TROUBLE CAUSE

Enginewill noLt• Engineflooded.

start. ,, •Fuel tank empty.

Spark plug notft tng.

Fuel not reachin ] carburetor,

REMEDY

I " See =StartingInstructions."

• Filltank withcorrect fuel mixture.

Installnew Sl:ark plug.

Check for did /fuel filter;,replace.

Check for kin :ed or splitfuel line;

repair or replace.

• Contact Sears Service.

•Compression low.

Enginewill not _Carburetorrequiresadjustment. •See"CarburetorAdjustmants."

idle properly. Crankshaft seals worn, • Contact Sears Service.

•Compression low. • Contact Sears Service.

Engine will not : Air filter dirty. _Clean or replace air filter. .

accelerate, Spark plug fouled, Clean or replace el:=rk plug, r_ap,

lacks power,or iCarburetorrequlrssadJustmanL • See =CarburetorA¢iustments."

dies under a Carbon build up. •Contact Sears Sen ice.

load. Compression low, • Contact Sears Service.

Engine • Choke partially on. Adjust choke.

smokes • Fuel mixture incorrect. : Empty fuel tank and refillwith

excessively., correct fuel mixture.

•Air filterdirty. Clean or replace air filter.

•Carburetor requires adlustmant :_See'Carburetor Adjustments."

Engine iFuel mixture Incorrect. iSee "Fueling Your UnlL"

runs hoL Spark plug incorrect. Replace withcorrect sped( plug.

Carburetor requiresadjustmanL See "CafouretorAdjustments,'_

•Carbon build up. Contact Sears Service.

if situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good

judgement. If you need asslstanca contact your Sears Service Center/Depart-

ment or call the Customer Assistance Help ne at 1-800-235-5878.

' REPAIR PARTS

AUNqxdn__l_n_nW and

malm_mancenot de_rlbed

•In the O_rlltm_ Manual

mustbe perforatedbyqu4dl-

fled se_lce personnel.

4145 4039

36 35

37

SEARS MODELIS8.797290

24 5 21 78910

31

242526

9 15 78 18 23

48 20 18 17

I I

11

14 12 47

1_46

27

28 16 29 32 U

Re. PatNo. 0w..puon Pot. PanNO.

2. 53004,g_2 Car_reto_"Adaptor 29. 530049617 Gu

3, 530016209 BOI_ 30. 53004_23 Iso_to_,.kmdb

4. 530049526 _Plate 31. 5300367g2 Isolakx-Cranb:_um

5. 530049324 Thto_tleLinkage 32, 530049311 Hous_-IJtft

6. 530049834 Choke Lever 33. 530015886 Sinew

7. 530016254 Wu_er 34. 530015880 Sinew

8. 530015&S2 Choke Spacer 35. ,53C015_0 Boll

g. 530015775 Screw 3_. 530095,_le Claml>EkMw Tube

10. _KnobReplacement Kit 37. 530049885 I(rK:b--TubeCilrap

11. S300494_S Ludw_e-Swla:_ 38. 530095469 Handle

12. 530Q49494 Wire Clamp 34). 5,._0049879 Muff_r CO_w A_

13. 5300W_4 Garb/_y. Kit0NA.-229) 40. r_OIF.WSO Screw

14. 530048496 I.._KJw_-Grol_d 41. r_06_47 Une Iot-Cad_qge

,_. 5aoo_ea)3 c;_:ke Pl_ 42. s3oo14a_a

17. 530015;157 Screw 44. 530049527 Guket-F_d Tank

18. S3001S849 Screw 45. S,._06_1 e Line IOI.-T_

19. 5300_4_15 Air F_r Cover 46. G,._0,t4kl_ Fue_Cap w/Retaln_-

20. _Nt Rter 47, 530_9813 GI4_tt Kit

21. 53004_25 Th_tlJe Lever 48. 530049316 Box-_ Rlter

22. 530019246 Se_-Cho._e Plate

530016211 Rotain_-PurQ_ B_flon

24, S300_114 SwitchMozn_ary Not Shown

2G. ._4,g_7 Purge8utSon ,_0_76_ Ot_nmxManual

2_, 530016212 Spr_g--Pur_ Button G,.,_084.4_ Engine_

• 530016207 Nut _RightDecal

I/

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REPAIR PARTS

"36

17 2930

31 36 33

34 3536

47

36

_37

4

i

40 10/-,

45 5

19 24

18

44

25 49 26 27

16

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1. _I0015880

2. 53006_32

3. E

4. 53OO49488

5. N

530O15810

530015815

9. 530019240

10. 530029182

11. 5300_17

12. 530095461

13. ,S,_0015828

14. 53062_

15. _._004_13

10, S304_2043

17. S3004,_9"/

_18, 530019181

19. 530049429

20. S300_12S

21. 6300_124

22. 530019179

23. 530015945

24, 5300_618

25. S3003S20S

26. 5300_3817

27. 530016180

_|cdptlon

So'ew

Rope K_

Starter PulleyKit

StarterHandle

StarterSprl_

Fan Hous_'_wtoeadng

Screw

Impeller ASS"/.

Mulch B;ade/k_'y.

W_t

Nut

Inlet

SlXlng-.RetumCover

Cmnkcl*e Cover

GUI_¢

Crank¢_ A.'y.

Inner Beerin0

Outer seerfng

Crankcase Seal

RetainingRing

Crankcase ,A_'y.

(b_ 20-23)

Flywheel S_er

Ref. Parl NO.

28. 530049713

29. 530016203

530049454

530O15941

5_069813

_. _._19247

40. 530016080

41, 530049903

42. 53001516_

43. 5,_00_9945

44. 530069812

4_ 530O16226

47, _

48, &._0191_

49. 530015149

50. 530092322

NotShown

530O644O4

Sea_-F_nHS;...F_..

Muffk."Bolt

MufflerCover Plate

Muf_ K_

Retab_" RIng--C"ch_lt

MufflerSltleld

Serew

Si_uk Plug(CJ-eY)

Gasket Kit

Air Dam

/_itlo_ Module

R_er

P_

(Ir_ 4_&421

RetainerCam

Seadng

romme_n. Module

Wa:¢_r

Loc_her

DeCal

W=mlng

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REPAIR PARTS

Carburetor Aamm_blv Part Number g30069924 -_NA229_

K_ P_

No. No. Descd_ion

1 $300_1403 l.lmiterC_p

2t_069011 taro. Repair Kit

3 530069944. Gasket/okk Kit 2 3

Va_urrl "rum Aml'v.

54

3

KEY +PAR'[ DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

I_Va¢ Bag w/Strap

2 5300_470 Elbow-Vat Tube

3_._095589 LowerTube

4 5,_049686 CI_p-Va¢Tube

S 530049485 Knob-Vat Tube

6 830095468 Upper Tube

Gutter Att_hrMnt Kit IIg_-.TQ6812

/-3 /-s _

mg

-_ n nA_

Kl_lr I PART OF_C_h_rlo N

_o.i .o.

1 53(_N426 Nozzle

2 530402918 Elbow&_OI...._Ring

3 530094425 ExtlmldonTIJ_

4 530004424 PivotTube

5 9,52701645 _Ad_e_r6 530094850

A 530402930 WambtgDecal

15

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Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

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I

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t

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Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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For the location of aSears Parts and

Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222 nmmmmm

muummm

For information on purchasing a Sears

Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

Call 9 am 5 pro, Monday Saturday

1-800-827-6655

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following

information:

• Product Type •Part Number

• Model Number •Part Description

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