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Do not set unit on any surface except
a clean, hard area while engine is run-
ning. Debris such as gravel, sand,
dust, grass, etc. could be picked up by
the air intake and thrown out through
discharge opening, damaging unit,
property, or causing serious injury to
bystanders or operator.
D
Avoid dangerous environments. Do
not use in unventilated areas or
where explosive vapors or carbon
monoxide build up could be present.
D
Do not overreach or use from unsta-
ble surfaces such as ladders, trees,
steep slopes, rooftops, etc. Keep firm
footing and balance at all times.
D
Never place objects inside the
blower tubes; always direct the blow-
ing debris away from people, ani-
mals, glass, and solid objects such
as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The
force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or
sticks to be thrown or to ricochet
which can hurt people or animals,
break glass, or cause other damage.
D
Never run unit without the proper
equipment attached. When using
your unit as a blower, always install
blower tubes. When using the op-
tional vacuum kit, always install vac-
uum tubes and vacuum bag assem-
bly. Make sure vacuum bag assem-
bly is completely zipped.
D
Check air intake opening, blower
tubes, and vacuum tubes frequently,
always with engine stopped and
spark plug disconnected. Keep vents
and discharge tubes free of debris
which can accumulate and restrict
proper air flow.
D
Never place any object in air intake
opening as this could restrict proper air
flow and cause damage to the unit.
D
Never use for spreading chemicals,
fertilizers, or other substances which
may contain toxic materials.
D
To avoid spreading fire, do not use
near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces,
barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
D
Use only for jobs explained in this
manual.
MAINTAIN YOUR UNIT PROPERLY
WARNING:
Disconnect spark
plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
D
Have all maintenance other than the
recommended procedures described
in the operator’s manual performed
by a Sears Service Centre.
D
Use only recommended Craftsman
replacement parts; use of any other
parts may void your warranty and
cause damage to your unit.
D
Empty fuel tank before storing the
unit. Use up fuel left in carburetor by
starting engine and letting it run until
it stops.
D
Do not use any accessory or attach-
ment other than those recommended
by manufacturer for use with your unit.
D
Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed
area where fuel vapors can reach
sparks or an open flame from hot
water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
D
Store in a dry area out of reach of
children.
SAFETY NOTICE:
Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline
powered hand tools could cause blood
vessel or nerve damage in the fingers,
hands, and joints of people prone to cir-
culation disorders or abnormal swelling.
Prolonged use in cold weather has been
linked to blood vessel damage in other-
wise healthy people. If symptoms occur
such as numbness, pain, loss of
strength, change in skin color or texture,
or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or
joints, discontinue the use of this tool
and seek medical attention. An
antivibration system does not guarantee
the avoidance of these problems. Users
who operate power tools on a continual
and regular basis must monitor closely
their physical condition and the condition
of this tool.
SPECIAL NOTICE:
This unit is
equipped with a temperature limiting
muffler and spark arresting screen
which meets the requirements of Cali-
fornia Codes 4442 and 4443. All U.S.
forest land and the states of California,
Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey,
Oregon, and Washington require by
law that many internal combustion en-
gines be equipped with a spark arrest-
ing screen. If you operate in a locale
where such regulations exist, you are
legally responsible for maintaining the
operating condition of these parts. Fail-
ure to do so is a violation of the law.
Refer to the
MAINTENANCE
section for
information on maintenance of the
muffler and spark arresting screen.
