Craftsman 316.79497 - Manual (Page 4)

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
WHILE OPERATING
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate this
unit only in a well-ventilated outdoor area.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as
meeting ANSI Z87.1 standards and are marked as such.
Wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit.
• Never run the unit without the the proper equipment
attached. When using this unit, always install the
blower/vacuum tubes and vacuum bag depending on
blower or vacuuming application.
• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with
sound level(s), always wear ear/hearing protection
when operating this unit.
• Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves, and a long
sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelery, short
pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above
shoulder level.
• To avoid static electricity shock, do not wear rubber
gloves or any other insulated gloves while operating
this unit.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
• Keep outside surfaces free from oil and fuel.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position
whenever pulling the starter rope. The operator and
unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer to
Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard
area while engine is running. Debris such as gravel,
sand, dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by the air
intake and thrown out by the discharge opening,
damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to
bystanders or operator.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended
purpose.
• Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of injury at a rate for which it was designed.
• Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such
as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Always
keep proper footing and balance.
• Always hold the unit with a firm grip when operating.
• Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts.
Do not touch or try to stop the impeller when it is
rotating. Do not operate without guards in place.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dirt, debris, and
anything that may reduce the air flow.
• Do not touch the engine or muffler. These parts get
extremely hot from operation, even after the unit is
turned off.
• Do not operate the engine faster than the speed
needed to do the job. Do not run the engine at high
speed when not in use.
• Always stop the engine when operation is delayed or
when walking from one location to another.
• Stop the engine for maintenance, repair, to install or
remove the blower tubes or vacuum attachments. The
unit must be stopped and the impeller no longer
turning to avoid contact with the rotating blades.
• If you strike or come into contact with a foreign object,
stop the engine immeadiately and check for damage.
Do not operate before repairing damage. Do not
operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Use only replacement parts or accessories
recommended for this tool that are sold by Sears or a
Craftsman outlet. Use of any replacement parts or
accessories purchased elsewhere may be hazardous,
and will also void your warranty.
• Never use this unit for spreading chemicals, fertilizers or
other substances which may contain toxic materials.
• To reduce fire hazard, replace faulty muffler and spark
arrestor. Keep the engine and muffler free from grass,
leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up.
• Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug for
maintenance or repair.