Craftsman 316.79498 - Manual (Page 10)

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HOLDING THE BLOWER/VACUUM
Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position.
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
• The unit is in good working condition
• The tubes are in place and secure
OPERATING TIPS
• Be sure the vacuum bag is zipped closed before operating
the unit.
• 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. Keep a firm
grip on both the front and rear handles.
• 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.
Fig. 19
Fig. 20
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.
WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury or
damage to the unit, make sure blower tubes or
vacuum tubes and the vacuum bag are in place
before you operate the unit.
OPERATING AS A BLOWER
Please note this unit comes with a high pressure concentrator
nozzle. This nozzle should be used when there is a need to blow
in a limited or concentrated area. In general uses, such as leaf or
grass blowing, the nozzle should not be used.
1
Use the blower for trees, shrubs, flower beds and hard-to-
clean areas (Fig. 19).
2. Use the unit around buildings and for other normal cleaning
procedures (Fig. 19).
3. Use the blower around walls, overhangs, fences and
screens (Fig. 20).
CORRECT POSITION
INCORRECT POSITION
WARNING - Hot Surface: After starting the
unit, always stand on the left side of the unit to
operate it as shown in Figure 20. Do not operate
the unit as shown in figure 19.