Sears 257.796382 User's Manual
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1. 2 Slide vacuum tubes together Figure 2 3 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the screw from the inlet cover Figure 3 Retain the screw 4 Press the locking latch Figure 3 and open the inlet cover Sa 5 Holding inlet cover open slide upper tube into the air intake opening until the latch on the locking ring snaps into place Figure 4 6 Install the screw in the screw tab on the vacuum tube Figure 4 Tighten securely 7 Fit the opening of the bag over the blower outlet Make sure the vac bag strap is located completely over the blower outlet collar and is in the neck area between the blower outlet collar and the blower housing Figures 3 and 5 Pull the strap tightly through the D ring and secure with the velcro tabs Figure 5 TIGHTEN STRAP AND SECURE D SHOULDER STRAP ADJUSTMENT 1 With your left hand hold the unit in an upright posi tion supporting the lower vacuum tube on the ound Make sure the blower outlet and collection ag are positioned on your right hand side Figure 6 2 Place the collection bag strap over your left shoul der Figure 6 3 Adjust the shoulder strap to allow a free flow of air from the blower outlet Figure 6 If the bag is kinked the unit will not operate properly E BLOWER CONVERSION 1 Stop unit 2 Remove the vacuum tubes and collection bag 3 Secure the vacuum inlet cover Make sure that the latch on the vacuum inlet cover is securely fast2. American Wire Gauge Use this unit only for jobs explained in this manual This unit was not designed to be used as an edger 12 13 15 Keep firm footing and balance Do not over reach or use unit above shoulder level Do not operate unit while it is attached to the charger Do not rest the bump head on the ground Use only SEARS cutting line see the Specification chart on page 2 for proper line size Never use wire rope string etc If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good jud 18 A 1 gt o a 11 12 13 14 A personal injury fire and electrical shock Failure to follow all instructions can result in blindness 16 17 Keep handles dry clean and free from oil and grease Inspect entire unit including guards before each use Have damaged parts replaced by your service dealer Make sure all fasteners are in place and securely fas tened ty tr DON T FORCE THE TRIMMER it will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed ELECTRICAL SAFETY Use only the charger provided with your unit Use of any other charger could permanently damage the bat tery and the charger Use charger with standard household electrical outlets only Do not abuse the charger or charger cord Do not use the charger if the charger or charger cord is dam aged Use the charger indoors only Do not
3. etc i 1 Read your Operator s Manual Make sure you completely understand and can follow all warnings and safety instructions before operating the unit 2 Always wear eye protection to prevent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes and face which can result in blindness or other seri ous injury 3 Always wear a respirator or facemask when working in dusty environments 4 Dress safely in long pants Do not go barefoot or wear sandals short pants loose clothing or we 5 Keep children bystanders and animals safe ly away Before starting the unit and during opera tion make certain children people and animals are a minimum of 30 feet away from the work area 6 Inspect the area before operating the unit Remove all debris and objects such as rocks glass wire large sticks etc that can cause damage dur ing operation i as en using your unit as a vacuum always use oy bag shoulder strap to avoid loss of con trol OPERATION Figure 7 8 Check the unit before each operation Look for worn loose missing or damaged parts Do not use the unit until it is in proper working order 9 Check air intake opening blower tubes and vacuum tubes frequently always with the motor stopped and the power source disconnected Keep vents and discharge tubes free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow 10 Use the correct operating position Figure 7 Do not overreach or use fr
4. into the vacuum opening and clear out debris _ 5 The collection bag must be properly emptied and maintained to avoid deterioration and obstruc tion of air flow which will reduce the performance of the vacuum i a Remove bag from unit Empty after each use by turning bag inside out and shaking out debris Do not store bag containing leaves grass etc b Wash the bag once a year as follows 1 Turn the bag inside out 2 Hang it up 3 Thoroughly hose it down 4 Let bag hang until dry 2 CHECK THE UNIT FOR LOOSE BOLTS NUTS OR FITTINGS Tighten repair or re place parts as necessary Use only genuine re placement parts as recommended by Sears ags PP _ nenn CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE A MAINTAIN UNIT WITH CARE amp WARNING i This blower is provided with double insulation Use only identical replacement parts All electri cal repairs to the unit including housing switch motor etc must be diagnosed and repaired by Sears qualified service personnel Failure to do so can cause the double insulation construction to become ineffective and result in serious injury to the operator 1 Keep the air intake clean and air vents free of debris to avoid overheating the motor Figure 10 Do not allow foreign objects to enter the fan area 2 If an object is drawn into the unit through the air intake do the following
5. will fall out of the vacuum tubes when the unit is stopped 4 If the unit becomes clogged E PRE OPERATION CHECKS Before operating your unit always 1 CHECK OVER WARNINGS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in this Operator s Manual Make certain you completely understand and fol low each one MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS VOLTS 25 FT 50 FT 100 FT 120 18 16 14 A W G AW G A W G American Wire Gauge rd Retainer X Co Recessed Plug 3 Be careful when working near plants The force of the air could damage tender plants 4 Direct air flow by directing the nozzle down or toone side 3 5 Vary air flow by adjusting the position of switch Use low speed when blowing in corners against walls around tender plants etc Use high speed when blowing in open areas or when vacuuming 6 Use the assist handle located on the side of the unit when working above the waist or when a two handed grip is desired 7 Uses For Your Blower a Sweeping debris or grass clippings from drive ways sidewalks patios parks parking lots barns stadiums etc b Piling grass clippings straw or leaves e Removing debris from corners around joints and between bricks a Stop the motor and disconnect the power source Do not attempt to remove obstructions with the motor running b Wait until the impeller has completely stopped turning then remove the vacuum tube c Carefully reach
6. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away SEARS Operator s Manual Model No 257 796382 Electric Blower Vac CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 1 800 235 5878 amp Always Wear Eye Protection SEARS CRAFTSMAN HOURS CST Mon Sat 7 a m 7 p m Sun 10 a m 7 p m ELECTRIC BLOWER VAC A WARNING ae Read the Operator s Manual and DOUBLE INSULATED Follow All Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure To Do So F Can Result in Serious Injury e Assembly Maintenance e Operation e Repair Parts Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 USA La N 1994 Sears Roebuck and Co 534886431 6 07 13 94 A GE a a ERBEN nt FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC BLOWER 4 Ifthis Craftsman Electric Blower fails to perform properly due to a defect in material or workmanship within 1 one year from the date of purchase Sears will repair or replace it free of charge WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN ELECTRIC BLOWER TO THE NEAREST SEARS f STORE IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state EARS ROEBUCK AND CO DEPT D 817WA HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 TABLE OF CONTENTS WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY MAINTENANCE so Y KNOW YOUR UNIT 2 cece cee tere eee ee 5 ACCESSORIES cece c
7. a aus the switch to Off and unplugthe power cord b Remove cover screw Remove the vacuum tubes and or open the inlet cover Figure 11 e Locate and remove object s d Inspect impeller for cracks If damaged do not operate unit to avoid injury to operator or oth ers and or further damage to the unit Have impeller replaced by a Sears qualified service dealer Do not attempt to replace it yourself e Rotate the impeller to be certain it turns freely If it does not check for additional foreign ma terial or have unit inspected and repaired by a Sears qualified service dealer f Close cover and reinstall vacuum tubes and cover screw 3 If unit vibrates abnormally stop motor im mediately Abnormal vibration usually indi cates a mechanical problem and continued opera tion could lead to injury to operator or others and or damage to the unit 4 The unit is equipped with self lubricating bearings Periodic relubrication is not required 5 If the unit fails to operate disconnect exten sion cord from power source first then from the unit Make sure extension cord is undamaged and that house fuses are not blown or circuit breakers tripped If the unit still fails to operate take or send it to your Sears Service Center Department for repair Do not attempt to repair it yourself B STORAGE 1 Clean the unit before storing Pay particular attention to the air intake and air vents kee them free of debris U
8. charge the unit in rain or in wet locations Store and charge this unit in a dry location and out of the reach of children Donot charge the battery or use the unit in an explosive or corrosive environment Avoid areas where flam mable liquids or gasses are present to avoid creating a fire or explosion Do not attempt to repair the unit Cutting line replace ment cleaning the unit and battery replacement are the only items suitable for user maintenance Battery units do not have to be plugged into an electri cal outlet therefore they are always in operating condition Be aware of possible hazards when you are not using your battery unit Avoid unintentional starting Do not carry the unit with your finger on the switch Do not insert any object into the motor area Do not dispose of the battery in a fire The cell may ex plode Check with local code for proper disposal Do not open or mutilate the battery Released electrolyte is corrsive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin It may be toxic if swallowed Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings bracelets and keys The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns i Do not store or operate unit at temperatures lower than 35 F 2 Storing a discharged unit at low tem peratures can damage the battery y Do not submerge the unit in water or let water flow on
9. e the double insu lation construction to become ineffective and re sult in serious injury ASSEMBLY A PREPARATION Your Operator s Manual has been developed to help you assemble the unit and to understand its safe opera tion It is important that you read your manual com pletely to become familiar with the unit before you be ginassembly _ f 1 READ YOUR OPERATOR S MANUAL 2 The only tool required is a Phillips head screwdriver oe B BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY 1 Insert blower tube into blower outlet Turn blower tube clockwise until it is firmly seated Figure 1 2 With a slight twisting motion slide the concentra tor nozzle firmly into the end of the blower tube Figure 1 inset The fully assembled unit should look like the one in Figure 7 Blower Tube AF C VACUUM TUBE BAG ASSEMBLY A WARNING Stop the unit and disconnect it from the power source before opening the vacuum inlet door or attempting to insert or remove the vacuum tubes The motor must be stopped and the impeller blades no longer turning to avoid serious injury from the rotating blades Slanted End Label x Screw Tab Figure 2 The lower vacuum tube is cut at an angle Make sure the label on the lower vacuum tube is aligned on the opposite side of the screw tab on the upper vacuum tube shown in Figure 2 1 Remove the blower tube and nozzle if assembled to the unit by turning the tube counterclockwise
10. ece cece een eneees 9 ASSEMBLY Por e ono oroonnnopossn on oon s 6 QUICK REFERENCE PAGE A O A 11 USING YOUR UNIT 2 0 cece cece e eee eee ee 7 PARTS AND SERVICE Back Cover Switch Nozzle Vacuum Tubes oore Air Inlet etainer Cover Tube moma wv U O AIR VELOCITY 125 MPH E Vacuum Components Included Manufactured under one or more of the following US Patents 4 325 163 amp 4 402 106 DES 263 547 Other U S and foreign patents pending VACUUM A WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using a cordless trimmer these basic safety precautions must be followed to reduce risk of or A 1 2 3 10 Inspect the cutting head each time t other serious injury OPERATOR SAFETY Do not operate unit in the rain in standing water or in damp or wet locations ed Disconnect and remove the battery before disassembly for servicing cleaning or removing debris DRESS PROPERLY Always wear eye safety glasses when operating servicing or performing maintenance on your unit Always wear a face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty Always wear heavy long pants long sleeves boots and gloves Do not go barefoot or wear short pants short sleeves sandals jewelry loose cloth ing or clothing with loosely hanging straps ties tas sels etc they can be caught in moving parts Secure hair so it is above shoulder length Being fully cov
11. ened and the screw is reinstalled 4 Reinstall the blower tubes as shown in the Blower Tube Assembly section Shoulder Strap ya Left Shoulder Blower Outlet And Collection Bag On Right Free Flow Hand Side Of Air No Kinks In Bag USING YOUR UNIT A OPERATOR SAFETY A WARNING Do not assemble or disassemble the vacuum tube while the unit is running Inserting or removing the vacuum tube while the unit is running can re sult in serious injury Always stop the unit and disconnect the power source before unclogging the unit or performing any maintenance on the collection bag As ablower the unit is designed to blow debris grass straw leaves or small twigs Never use for spreading or misting chemicals fertilizers or any other materi als which may contain toxic substances As a vacu um the unit is designed to pick up dry material such as leaves grass small twigs and bits of paper Do not at tempt to vacu m stones gravel metat broken glass or any other debris which may cause damage to the impel ler Do not attempt to vacuum snow water or any other liquids to avoid the possibility ofelectricalshock Vacu uming water or other liquids will cause damage to the unit and possible electrical shock Avoid situations that could catch the collection bag on fire Do not oper ate near an open flame Do not vacuum discarded ci gars or cigarettes or ash from fireplaces barbecue pits brush piles
12. ered will help protect you from pieces of toxic plants such as poison ivy thrown by the blades which could be more of a hazard than touching the plant itself STAY ALERT Do not operate the unit when you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Watch what you are doing Use common sense E ieee others including children animals bystanders and helpers at least 30 feet 10 meters away The trim mer line will throw objects Stop the motor if you are approached Inspect the area to be cut before each use Remove all objects such as rocks broken glass wire etc which could be thrown become entangled in trimmer line or could cause injury when assuming operating position e line is replaced Do not operate unit if the cutting head is chipped or cracked or if spool will not snap securely into the hub Restrict unit to users who understand and follow all warnings and safety instructions in this manual Never turn the operating end of this unit toward your face except as instructed in the Cutting Line Replace ment section Avoid accidental starting Do not carry this unit with your finger on the trigger Keep all parts of your body away from the trimmer line when your fin ger is on or near the trigger Use care in replacing line Never touch the trigger while replacing line Extension cord information for recharging unit MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS A i 16 11
13. es WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW ING INFORMATION AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST 1 The PART NUMBER 3 The PART DESCRIPTION 2 The MODEL NUMBER 4 The NAME OF ITEM 257 796382 Electric Blower Vac Model No 257 796382 Electric Blower Vac If the parts you need are not stocked locally your order will be trans mitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling When you buy merchandise from Sears you get an extra value that How to Order nobody else can offer p Sears Service Repair Parts Across town or across the country Sears Service is always near pro viding trustworthy competent service technicians using only SEARS SERVICE Sears specified Da parts IS AT YOUR SERVICE Your Sears Merchandise takes on added value when you discover that Sears has Service Units throughout the country Each is staffed by Sears Trained professional technicians using Sears ap CUSTOMER Y ASSISTANCE proved methods HOURS CST Mon Sat 7 a m 7 p m 7 Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 USA PRINTED IN U S A
14. f portable electric units should only be performed by qualified individuals with access to high voltage testing equipment A severe shock hazard may occur if the replacement parts are not properly installed or tested C DOUBLE INSULATION CONSTRUCTION This blower is Double Insulated to help protect against electric shock Double insulation construc tion consists of two separate layers of electrical insu lation i Tools and appliances built with a double insulation system are not intended to be grounded No grounding means is provided on this unit nor should a means of grounding be added As a result the extension cord used with your unit can be plugged into any conven tional 120 volt electrical outlet Safety precautions must be observed when op erating any electrical tool The double insulation system only provides added protection against injury resulting from an internal electrical insulation failure A WARNING All electrical repairs to this unit including hous ing switch motor etc must be diagnosed and re paired by Sears qualified service personnel Re placement parts for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace A double insulated appliance is marked with the words DOUBLE INSULATION or DOUBLE INSULATED The symbol square within a square E may also be marked on the appliance Failure to have the unit repaired by Sears quali fied service personnel can caus
15. om unstable surfaces such as ladders trees steep slopes roof tops etc Keep firm footing and balance at all times 11 Never place objects inside blower tubes al ways direct blowing debris away from people ani mals glass and solid objects such as trees walls au tomobiles etc The force of air can cause rocks dirt or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which may hurt people or animals break glass or cause other dam age 12 Never run the unit without the proper equip ment attached When using your unit as a blower always install blower tubes en using your unit as a vacuum always install vacuum tubes and col lection bag assembly Make sure collection bag as sembly is completely zipped B EXTENSION CORD 1 Use only a 120 A C voltage supply as shown on the nameplate of the unit to power your blower 2 The extension cord used to reach the power source must be a Specifically marked as suitable for out door use WA a b Heavy enough to carry the current from the power source the full length of the extension cord to the unit Otherwise loss of power and overheating can occur causing damage to the unit Refer to Figure 8 for mini mum wire gauge recommendations The cord must be marked with the proper wire gauge Appropriate extension cords are available e In good condition Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or deterioration Plug _ connectors must be undamaged 3 Secure extension co
16. rd to unit as follows a Loop the extension cord though the cord re tainer and around the hook Figure 9 b Insert cord socket into recessed plug Figure 9 C OPERATING TIPS BLOWER 4 WARNING Do not use the unit as a blower without the blow er tubes properly attached to avoid flying debris and or impeller contact which can cause serious i p j i La WARNING Always wear eye protection to prevent rocks or debris from being blown or ricocheting into the eyes and face which can result in blindness or oth er serious injury 1 Always work going away from solid objects such as walls large stones automobiles and fences 2 Clean corners by starting in corners and mov ing outward to straight areas to prevent an accu mulation of debris which could fly into face D OPERATING TIPS VACUUM A WARNING Do not use the unit as a vacuum without the vacu um tubes and collection bag properly attached to avoid flying debris and or impeller contact which can cause serious injury Always make sure the collection bag is completely zipped before the unit is started 1 When using your unit as a vacuum best results are achieved when the unit is operated at full speed 2 Move the unit slowly back and forth over de bris to be vacuumed Avoid forcing the vacuum tube into a pile of debris as this can clog the unit 3 The vacuum can pick up objects that are too big to pass through the impeller This type of object
17. se a mild detergent an sponge dampened with warm water to clean the plastic surfaces Avoid all other types of deter gents cleaners or solvents they can contain chemicals such as aromatic oils lemon pine or kerosene that can seriously damage the plastic housing Do not spray the unit with water 2 Store in a dry area out of reach of children 3 The collection bag must be properly emp tied and maintained to avoid deterioration and obstruction of air flow which will reduce the per formance of the vacuum For cleaning instruc tions refer to USING YOUR UNIT in the OP ERATING TIPS VACUUM section A WARNING Maintain the unit according to recommended procedures A WARNING Avoid all types of detergents cleaners or sol vents Never submerge the unit or douse it with water or any other liquid Air Intake Air Vents Inlet Cover Release ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available through Sears Retail Stores Catalog Outlets or Service Centers ITEM Safety Glasses Safety Goggles Gutter Attachment Kit Operator s Manual NOTES 10 NOTES NOTES ji The Model Number will be found below the top handle with the Serial Number Always mention the Model Number when requesting service or repair parts for your unit SEARS Operator s Manual All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Service Center and most Sears Stor
18. to the case i To reduce the risk of electric shock unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning TOOL SAFETY 1 Clean unit and labels with a damp sponge and mild household er Never use metal objects or im mersion in liquid to clean the unit Do not force the unit into material being cut You will achieve better results and less risk of injury by not crowding the line into the cutting area ent If you need assistance contact your SEARS Service Center Department or call the CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE HOTLINE at 1 800 235 5878 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS LT EEE o a KNOW YOUR UNIT E STATES A INTRODUCTION Your electric blower vac is a high performance product designed for tough jobs j Special Features include o Top handle for one handed operation e Direct Drive e Weight 12 Ibs e Convenient upright storage B UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Remove contents from the carton if you have not done so 2 Check parts against the Carton Contents List 3 Examine parts for damage Do not use damaged 4 parts Notify your SEARS Service Center Department im mediately if part is missing or damaged KEY NO CARTON CONTENTS QTY Electric Blower Blower Tube Nozzle PADUA NA Vacuum Collection Bag Upper Vacuum Tube Lower Vacuum Tube Cover Screw 8 11 X 1 2 Operator s Manual not shown WARNING Replacement of parts in double insulated systems o
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