3lower outlet

Blower Tube/Nozzle

VACUUM ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Assembly instructions for using your unit as a blower are explained in the previous section.

If you have already assembled your unit for use as a blower, remove the blower tube/nozzle.

REMOVE THE INLET RESTRICTOR An inlet restrictor is used when using your unit as a blower. This restrictor is not used during vacuum use and must be removed during assembly for vacu- um use.

NOTE: Be sure to keep the inlet re- stricter for using your unit as a blower.

1.Ensure unit is stopped and extension cord is unplugged.

2.Open the inlet cover by inserting the

tip of a screwdriver into the latch area on the vacuum inlet cover.

Gently tilt handle of screwdriver to- ward the front of the unit while pull- ing up on the vacuum inlet cover with your other hand.

Latch Area

Impeller

Vacuum inlet Cover

3.Turn the inlet restrictor counterclock- wise and remove it from the unit. Do not close the inlet door. You will next attach the vacuum tubes.

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ATTACHING THE VACUUM TUBES

There are 2 vacuum tubes, an upper and lower tube. The upper tube is cut

straight on both ends and attaches to the blower unit. The lower tube at-

taches to the upper tube, and has an angled end that you point toward the ground during vacuum use.

1.Ensure unit is stopped and exten- sion cord is unplugged.

2.Locate the arrows on the upper vac- uum tube and on the vacuum inlet area of the unit.

Upper Vacuum Tube

3.While holding the inlet cover open, align the arrows and insert the vac- uum tube into the opening. Twist the tube clockwise until it is seated. A second arrow on the vacuum tube

will align with the arrow on the unit once the tube is twisted completely into place.

Align arrows on tube & unit

4.To attach the lower vacuum tube to the upper vacuum tube, first align the arrows on the two tubes. Then,

press the two tubes together until the lower tube is securely seated in the upper tube (about 3 inches).

Upper Tube

Lower Tube

ATTACH THE COLLECTION BAG

Slide the opening of the collection bag over the blower outlet. Pull the velcro

strap tightly through the buckle and se- cure to the velcro tabs.

NOTE: Make sure the velcro strap is located on the blower outlet as shown

below. Also, make sure the zipper on the bag is completely closed.

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Blower Outlet

 

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Craftsman 358.799432 manual Vacuum Assembly, Attaching the Vacuum Tubes, Attach the Collection BAG