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Operator's Manual _ P R 0 F E S S I 0 N A L_ 28cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle 170 MPH Peak Velocity/470 CFM GASOLINE POWERED BLOWER Model No. 358.794810 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List • Espa_ol, p. 19 & WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product: Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon.-Sat., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun. 1-800-235-5878 For answers to your questions about this product.
Operator's Manual _ P R 0 F E S S I 0 N A L_ 28cc/1.5 cu.in. 2-Cycle 170 MPH Peak Velocity/470 CFM GASOLINE POWERED BLOWER Model No. 358.794810 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List • Espa_ol, p. 19 & WARNING: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this product: Call 7 am-7 pm, Mon.-Sat., or 10 am-7 pm, Sun. 1-800-235-5878 For answers to your questions about this product.
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.... You can follow all supplied instructions. • Preventive maintenance, or repairs necessary due to do so can throw objects violently. Warranty Statement 2 Identification of Safety Symbols 2 Safety Rules 4 Assembly 6 Operation 7 Maintenance 10 Storage Troubleshooting Table Emissions Statement Parts List Spanish Parts and Ordering 12 13 14 16 19 Back Cover CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL FULL WARRANTY When used for commercial or rental purposes. Sears will NOT pay for: •...
.... You can follow all supplied instructions. • Preventive maintenance, or repairs necessary due to do so can throw objects violently. Warranty Statement 2 Identification of Safety Symbols 2 Safety Rules 4 Assembly 6 Operation 7 Maintenance 10 Storage Troubleshooting Table Emissions Statement Parts List Spanish Parts and Ordering 12 13 14 16 19 Back Cover CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL FULL WARRANTY When used for commercial or rental purposes. Sears will NOT pay for: •...
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... such as dry grass or fuel to release the latch while pulling up on the vacuum inlet cover with your other hand. Keep children, bystanders, and animals away from the rotating blades. Gently tilt the handle of the screwdriver toward the back of people or pets. [[ 11 1before cleaning or servicing. nect spark plug WARNING: Stop the engine before opening the...
... such as dry grass or fuel to release the latch while pulling up on the vacuum inlet cover with your other hand. Keep children, bystanders, and animals away from the rotating blades. Gently tilt the handle of the screwdriver toward the back of people or pets. [[ 11 1before cleaning or servicing. nect spark plug WARNING: Stop the engine before opening the...
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... surface except a clean, hard area while engine is properly assembled and in an outdoor area; monoxide build up could be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to bystanders or operator. • Avoid dangerous environments. store fuel in proper working order. • Alwaywseafroopt rotectioDno.not • Keep outside surfaces free from oil gobarefooortweasrandals. spills before each use until unit...
... surface except a clean, hard area while engine is properly assembled and in an outdoor area; monoxide build up could be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to bystanders or operator. • Avoid dangerous environments. store fuel in proper working order. • Alwaywseafroopt rotectioDno.not • Keep outside surfaces free from oil gobarefooortweasrandals. spills before each use until unit...
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...- MAINTAYINOURUNITPROPERLY equipped with a spark arrest- • UseonlyrecommenCderadftsman ing screen. excepfotrcarbureatodrjustments. unitU. muffler and spark arresting screen. ed steepslopesro, oftopest,cK. seupfueleftincarburebtoyr Refer to the MAINTENANCE section for maintaining the • cEamupsdetfyuaemtlaangtkboeeyofourusretnoitr.intghe operating condition of Cali- gines be equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen WARNINGD:isconnsepcat rk which meets the requirements of these parts. youur niat sablowear,lwayinsstall...
...- MAINTAYINOURUNITPROPERLY equipped with a spark arrest- • UseonlyrecommenCderadftsman ing screen. excepfotrcarbureatodrjustments. unitU. muffler and spark arresting screen. ed steepslopesro, oftopest,cK. seupfueleftincarburebtoyr Refer to the MAINTENANCE section for maintaining the • cEamupsdetfyuaemtlaangtkboeeyofourusretnoitr.intghe operating condition of Cali- gines be equipped with a temperature limiting muffler and spark arresting screen WARNINGD:isconnsepcat rk which meets the requirements of these parts. youur niat sablowear,lwayinsstall...
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... your Sears Service Center for the fuel filter to the desired position. remove the tube and nozzle. -6- BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY 1. Slide the nozzle onto the blower tube. 6. Model 358,794810 • Blower • Blower tube • Standard nozzle • High velocity nozzle • 2-cycle engine oil Your blower can be adjusted by turning the nozzle counterclockwise to loosen and sliding the nozzle to rattle in the tube and housing line up...
... your Sears Service Center for the fuel filter to the desired position. remove the tube and nozzle. -6- BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY 1. Slide the nozzle onto the blower tube. 6. Model 358,794810 • Blower • Blower tube • Standard nozzle • High velocity nozzle • 2-cycle engine oil Your blower can be adjusted by turning the nozzle counterclockwise to loosen and sliding the nozzle to rattle in the tube and housing line up...
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...the STOP position until the engine stops. PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB removes air from the carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fewer pulls on the starter rope handle. Inlet Cover Impeller Mulchin_ Blades ( -_ - ,_ STOP Switch Throttle Position Lever Throttle Spark ",. To stop the engine. CHOKE LEVER The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to the OFF CHOKE (opened) position. This allows you to allow setting engine speed during vacuum use only. After engine attempts to start the engine with fuel. THROTTLE POSITION LEVER The THROTTLE POSITION LEVER is...
...the STOP position until the engine stops. PRIMER BULB The PRIMER BULB removes air from the carburetor and fuel lines and fills them with fewer pulls on the starter rope handle. Inlet Cover Impeller Mulchin_ Blades ( -_ - ,_ STOP Switch Throttle Position Lever Throttle Spark ",. To stop the engine. CHOKE LEVER The CHOKE helps to supply fuel to the engine to the OFF CHOKE (opened) position. This allows you to allow setting engine speed during vacuum use only. After engine attempts to start the engine with fuel. THROTTLE POSITION LEVER The THROTTLE POSITION LEVER is...
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... throttle speed to do not attempt to read and follow instructions printed on un- DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil. Drain the gas tank, start the -8- Do not operate without guard(s) in place. • Operate power equipment only at night when people might be mixed with the muffler side fac- to loosen debris before blowing. • In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment...
... throttle speed to do not attempt to read and follow instructions printed on un- DO NOT USE automotive oil or boat oil. Drain the gas tank, start the -8- Do not operate without guard(s) in place. • Operate power equipment only at night when people might be mixed with the muffler side fac- to loosen debris before blowing. • In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment...
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... CHOKE position), move choke lever to STARTINGA FLOODED ENGINE. -9- You do not pull handle more times. Use fresh fuel next season. Primer Bulb \\ 3. Move the throttle position lever (cruise control) to bystanders or the operator. Pull starter rope handle until engine starts and runs. If the engine still doesn't start after running . Fuel stabilizer is running out of fuel gum deposits during storage. See the STORAGE section for additional information. STARTING POSITION ,_ WARNING: When starting engine or while engine is an acceptable alternative in the fuel tank...
... CHOKE position), move choke lever to STARTINGA FLOODED ENGINE. -9- You do not pull handle more times. Use fresh fuel next season. Primer Bulb \\ 3. Move the throttle position lever (cruise control) to bystanders or the operator. Pull starter rope handle until engine starts and runs. If the engine still doesn't start after running . Fuel stabilizer is running out of fuel gum deposits during storage. See the STORAGE section for additional information. STARTING POSITION ,_ WARNING: When starting engine or while engine is an acceptable alternative in the fuel tank...
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... turning before opening the vacuum inlet door or attempting to the OFF CHOKE (opened ) position, move the choke lever to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE. fler unless engine and muffler are cold. 7. Pull the starter rope handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger to properly maintain your unit. CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK WHEN TO PERFORM Check for loose fasteners and parts Check for damaged or worn parts Inspect and clean unit and labels Clean air filter Replace spark plug Before each use...
... turning before opening the vacuum inlet door or attempting to the OFF CHOKE (opened ) position, move the choke lever to STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE. fler unless engine and muffler are cold. 7. Pull the starter rope handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger to properly maintain your unit. CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK WHEN TO PERFORM Check for loose fasteners and parts Check for damaged or worn parts Inspect and clean unit and labels Clean air filter Replace spark plug Before each use...
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... replaced. Remove starter cover housing and muffler cover. 3. CLEAN AIR FILTER A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Ignition timing is cracked, broken or damaged, we recommend that has been used , carbon deposits build up on this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting engine performance. 2. Replace with Champion ROJ-6Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch...
... replaced. Remove starter cover housing and muffler cover. 3. CLEAN AIR FILTER A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions. Ignition timing is cracked, broken or damaged, we recommend that has been used , carbon deposits build up on this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to avoid creating a fire hazard or affecting engine performance. 2. Replace with Champion ROJ-6Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch...
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... fuel storage container. Use fresh fuel next season. Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. Idle Speed Adjustment Allow engine to decrease engine speed. wise to idle. lated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from one of this procedure, contact your fuel tank. SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERATION section of recommended type and heat range. • Clean air filter. • Check...
... fuel storage container. Use fresh fuel next season. Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. Idle Speed Adjustment Allow engine to decrease engine speed. wise to idle. lated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from one of this procedure, contact your fuel tank. SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERATION section of recommended type and heat range. • Clean air filter. • Check...
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...cover). 1. Clean or replace air filter. CompressionCsreaalnolskws.hwaoftrn. 1. Install new spark plug. 4. replace. Engine flooded. 2. Spark plug incorrect. _3. Check for dirty fuel filter; Clean or replace spark plug and re-gap. i4. t. Fuel mixture incorrect. 2. Air filter dirty. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 16. Spark plug fouled. See "Starting a Flooded Engine" _ in Operation section. Check for dirty fuel filter; Engine will not accelerate, lacks power, or dies under a load. Carburetor requires adjustment• 4.3. repair or replace. Check...
...cover). 1. Clean or replace air filter. CompressionCsreaalnolskws.hwaoftrn. 1. Install new spark plug. 4. replace. Engine flooded. 2. Spark plug incorrect. _3. Check for dirty fuel filter; Clean or replace spark plug and re-gap. i4. t. Fuel mixture incorrect. 2. Air filter dirty. Contact Sears Service (see back cover). 16. Spark plug fouled. See "Starting a Flooded Engine" _ in Operation section. Check for dirty fuel filter; Engine will not accelerate, lacks power, or dies under a load. Carburetor requires adjustment• 4.3. repair or replace. Check...
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... for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no charge to a Sears authorized repair center as soon as the carburetor, the ignition system and the fuel tank (California only). LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a period of two years from the initial date of "repair or replace as necessary" shall be repaired or replaced by abuse, neglect, or...
... for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no charge to a Sears authorized repair center as soon as the carburetor, the ignition system and the fuel tank (California only). LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a period of two years from the initial date of "repair or replace as necessary" shall be repaired or replaced by abuse, neglect, or...
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... repairs shall be emissions compliant for the performance of any warranty maintenance or repair on the product label indicates which standard your engine is responsible for the following use: [] Moderate (50 hours) [] Intermediate (125 hours) [] Extended (300 hours) -15- LATED PARTS: Any Sears approved replacement part used in the operator's manual. EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module, Muffler including Catalyst, Fuel Tank (California only). MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner...
... repairs shall be emissions compliant for the performance of any warranty maintenance or repair on the product label indicates which standard your engine is responsible for the following use: [] Moderate (50 hours) [] Intermediate (125 hours) [] Extended (300 hours) -15- LATED PARTS: Any Sears approved replacement part used in the operator's manual. EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY PARTS LIST: Carburetor, Ignition System: Spark Plug (covered up to maintenance schedule), Ignition Module, Muffler including Catalyst, Fuel Tank (California only). MAINTENANCE STATEMENT: The owner...
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...Spring - Vac Door Cover - Fuel line grommet (1ncl.26,29) Assy -FueI cap with retainer Assy - Flywheel Screw Screw Ref. Flywheel Cover - Motor Screw Hub Housing Spring - Rope Handle - Wave Rachet - Cruise Control Screw Handle - Outer Scroll (Incl. 17,18) Nut - Starter Screw 39,40,41) Cover Not Shown 545186786 Operator Manual 16 Ref. Starter Screw Kit - Knob Wire - Mulch Washer - Flywheel Washer Nut - REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL GAS BLOWER MODEL 358.794810 15\ 11\_%_ 12 \36 \37 _3433 30 31 %% _WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance...
...Spring - Vac Door Cover - Fuel line grommet (1ncl.26,29) Assy -FueI cap with retainer Assy - Flywheel Screw Screw Ref. Flywheel Cover - Motor Screw Hub Housing Spring - Rope Handle - Wave Rachet - Cruise Control Screw Handle - Outer Scroll (Incl. 17,18) Nut - Starter Screw 39,40,41) Cover Not Shown 545186786 Operator Manual 16 Ref. Starter Screw Kit - Knob Wire - Mulch Washer - Flywheel Washer Nut - REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL GAS BLOWER MODEL 358.794810 15\ 11\_%_ 12 \36 \37 _3433 30 31 %% _WARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance...
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... Pin Kit - Cylinder (kit) Cap - Decal (IncI. 2,13,16,31) Screw Plate - Carb. Gasket - Purge (Incl. Airbox Knob Assy - Air box (kit) Base - Piston Retainer - Muffler (kit) Kit - Carb. (Zama W37) Bulb - REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL GAS BLOWER MODEL 358.794810 AWARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by Qualified Service Personnel. /21 / Ref. Muffler Screw Switch Protector - Chrome Boot -Carb. Carb. (kit) Kit - Airbox Nut - Carb. Air Cover - Airbox Assy - Ignition Screw Kit...
... Pin Kit - Cylinder (kit) Cap - Decal (IncI. 2,13,16,31) Screw Plate - Carb. Gasket - Purge (Incl. Airbox Knob Assy - Air box (kit) Base - Piston Retainer - Muffler (kit) Kit - Carb. (Zama W37) Bulb - REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL GAS BLOWER MODEL 358.794810 AWARNING All repairs, adjustments and maintenance not described in the Operator's Manual must be performed by Qualified Service Personnel. /21 / Ref. Muffler Screw Switch Protector - Chrome Boot -Carb. Carb. (kit) Kit - Airbox Nut - Carb. Air Cover - Airbox Assy - Ignition Screw Kit...