Craftsman 79480 Adjusting the Suspension System, Holding the Blower, Operating Tips, Applications

ADJUSTING THE SUSPENSION SYSTEM

1.Place the unit'sshoulder supports over the shoulders while the unit is behind you.

2.Close the suspension system by sliding the waist and shoulder support clips together (Fig. 18, A).

Fig. 18

NOTE: Make sure the weight of the unit is supported on the hips by the waist support (Fig. 19, A).

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Fig. 19

3, If weight is not on hips, loosen the shoulder supports (Fig. 20,

A)and pull the waist support handle (Fig. 19, B) to tighten. Adjust until the unit's weight rests on the hips.

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Fig. 20

4.Pull the shoulder support handles to tighten the shoulder supports (Fig. 18, B).

Releasing the Suspension System

1.To loosen the shoulder supports, pull up on bottom tab of the shoulder support buckles (Fig. 20, A).

2.Squeeze the top and bottom of the waist and shoulder support clips to release the suspension system (Fig. 20, B).

HOLDING THE BLOWER

Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Fig. 21).

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, wear goggles or safety glasses at all times when operating this unit. Wear a face mask or dust mask in dusty locations.

Check for the following:

•Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots, safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection, gloves, long pants and long sleeve shirt.

•If the conditions are dusty, the operator is wearing a dust mask or face mask.

Fig. 21

•The unit is in good working condition.

•The tubes are in place and secure.

OPERATING TIPS

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•Assure the unit is not directed at anybody or any loose debris before starting the unit.

•Verify that the unit is in good working condition. Make sure the tubes are in place and secure.

•Always hold the unit securely when operating.

•To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound level(s), hearing protection is required.

•Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours-- not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Comply with times listed in local ordinances. Usual recommendations are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Saturday.

•To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.

•To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the lowest possible speed to do the job.

•Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes and air filters.

•Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.

•In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a mister attachment when water is available.

•Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including areas such as screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.

•Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away.

•Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground.

•Clean up after using blowers and other equipment. Dispose of debris appropriately.

•Use the trigger lock (Fig. 16) to keep the trigger depressed while operating to make continuous operation easier.

APPLICATIONS

1Use the blower for trees, shrubs, flower beds and hard-to- clean areas.

2.Use the unit around buildings and for other normal cleaning procedures.

3.Use the blower around walls, overhangs, fences and screens. TRIGGER LOCK (Fig. 16)

To operate blower, squeeze the trigger to desired engine speed. There is also a trigger lock which allows you to lock the trigger at a constant engine speed for continuous operation.

To lock the trigger:

1.Squeeze and hold the trigger (Fig. 16).

2.Press and hold the trigger lock (Fig. 16).

3.Release the trigger.

4.Release the trigger lock to lock the trigger.

To release the trigger lock:

Squeeze and release the trigger, and the lock should disengage.

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