Craftsman 358.74824 Seasonal Storage, Troubleshooting Table, Symptom, Cause, Remedy

Models: 358.74824

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SEASONAL STORAGE

dlI_WARNING: Perform the follow- ing steps after each use:

Stop unit and disconnect from the power source.

Allow motor to cool before storing or transporting.

Store unit with all guards in place• Position unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.

Store unit unplugged, well out of the reach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare unit for storage at the end of the season or if it will not be used for

30 days or more.

If your blower is to be stored for a peri- od of time:

Stop unit and disconnect from the power source.

Clean the entire unit before lengthy storage.

Open inlet cover and clean any dirt, grass, or debris that has collected. In-

spect the blower and all tubes. Close and make sure the cover is latched.

Clean air vents and air inlet of debris.

Store your unit and extension cord in a well ventilated area and covered, if possible, to prevent dust and dirt accu- mulation. Do not cover with plastic.

Plastic cannot breathe and may cause condensation and eventual rust or cor-

rosion.

Check entire unit for loose screws. Re-

place any damaged, worn, or broken parts.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

,_ WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect from the power source before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that re- quire unit to be operating.

SYMPTOM

Unit fails to operate.

CAUSE

1 • Switch in the OFF position= 2• Extension cord discon-

nected.

3• Circuit breaker tripped, or fuse blown.

4• Mechanical failure

REMEDY

1• Slide switch to ON position. 2• Reconnect extension cord•

3• Reset circuit breaker or fuse.

4• Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

Unit

1. Mechanical

failure

vibrates

 

 

abnormally.

 

 

Impeller will 1• Debris in air

intake area.

not turn

 

 

freely.

2• Mechanical

failure.

 

 

1• Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

1.Clean unit. Remove any debris.

2.Contact Sears Service (see back cover).

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Craftsman 358.74824 instruction manual Seasonal Storage, Troubleshooting Table, Symptom, Cause, Remedy