•Store in a dry area out of reach of children.
SPECIAL NOTICE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in some states, in- cluding California(Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, and Washington: Certain internal combus- tion engines operated on forest, brush, and/or grass covered land in the above areas are required to be equipped with a spark arrestor, main- tained in effective working order, orthe engine must be constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire. Check with your state or tocal authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements. Failure to follow these requirements is a violation of the taw. This unit is not factory equipped with a spark arresting muffler; how- ever, a spark arrestor is available as an optional part. If a spark arrestor is required in your area, contact Sears
CARTON CONTENTS
Check carton contents against the fol-
Iowing Iist.
Model 358.797310 Slower
Blower tube Elbow tube Vacuum bag Upper vacuum tube Lower vacuum tube Container of Oil
NOTE: tt is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty fuel tank.
ASSEMBLY
,_II,WARNING: Stopengine and be
sure the impeller blades have stopped turning before opening the vacuum in- Iet door or attempting to insert or re- move the vacuum or blower tubes.
The rotating blades can cause serious injury.
WARNING: If received as-
sembIed, repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properIy assembled and aIl fasteners are secure.
A standard screwdriver is required for assembly.
Service for the correct kit. The spark arrestor, btower tubes, and nozzles must be assembled to unit to be in full compliance with reguIations.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra- tions through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools coutd cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of people prone to cir- culation disorders or abnormal swelling. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vesse_ damage in other- wise healthy peopte. If symptoms occur such as numbness, pain, bss of strength, change in skin color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tooI and seek medical attention. An antivibra- tion system does not guarantee the avoidance of these problems. Users who operate power tools on a continual and regular basis must monitor cioseIy their physical condition and the condition of this toot.
BLOWER ASSEMBLY
BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY
If you have a_ready assembled your unit for use as a vacuum, remove the
vacuum tubes and collection bag.
1.Atign the rib on the btower tube with the groove in the blower outlet; slide the tube into place.
NOTE: Tube clamp must be loose enough to allow btower tube to be in- setted in btower outtet. Loosen tube
clamp by turning knob countercbckwise.
2.Tighten the tube clamp by turning the knob clockwise.
3.To remove the tube, turn the knob
counterctockwise to loosen ctamp; remove tube.
VACUUM ASSEMBLY
VACUUM BAG ASSEMBLY
1.Open the zipper on the vacuum bag and insert the elbow tube.
