Craftsman 358.799431 Know Your Electric Blower, Mulching Blades, On/Off Switch, Inlet Restrictor

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KNOW YOUR ELECTRIC BLOWER

KNOW YOUR ELECTRIC BLOWER

READ THiS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations to your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

MULCHING BLADES

As a standard feature, the impeller on your blower also functions as a mulcher. When using the vacuum attachment, the impeller/mulcher automatically reduces debris at a ratio of up to 16:1.

ON/OFF

Rear Handle

Handle

Collection Bag

Inlet Cover Latch

Blower Tube/Nozzle

Upper Vacuum Tube LowerVacuum Tube

Inlet Restrictor _-P'_

ON/OFF SWITCH

The ON/OFF SWITCH is used to activate the motor.

INLET COVER LATCH

The INLET COVER LATCH is used to open and close the inlet cover.

STOPPING YOUR UNIT

Slide the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.

STARTING YOUR UNIT

Your unit has two run positions, LOW and HIGH. Slide the switch to one of

these positions to turn on the unit.

BLOWER TUBE/NOZZLE

The BLOWER TUBE/NOZZLE is de- signed to direct the flow of air.

INLET RESTRICTOR

The iNLET RESTRICTOR improves the blower function.

OPERATING POSITION

 

Eye Protection

Protection

_JbWARNING:

Do not use the unit

without the tubes or collection bag properly attached to avoid flying debris and/or impeller contact which can cause serious injury. Always wear eye protection to prevent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into the eyes and face which can result in blindness or serious injury.

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USING YOUR UNIT AS A BLOWER

_JbWARNING: Inspect the area be- fore using the unit, Remove all debris

and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc., that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.

Use your unit as a blower for:

Sweeping debris or grass clippings from driveways, sidewalks, patios, etc.

Blowing grass clippings, straw, or leaves into piles, or removing debris from corners, around joints, or be- tween bricks.

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Craftsman 358.799431 Know Your Electric Blower, Mulching Blades, On/Off Switch, Stopping Your Unit, Blower Tube/Nozzle