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Operator's Manual
2-Cycle
GAS BACKPACK BLOWER
Model No. 316.794990
with
CAUTION: Before using this
product, read this manual and
follow all safety rules and oper-
ating instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Visit our website: www.sears.com/craftsman
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
9096-320601 date(12/04)
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- Page 1 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and oper- ating instructions. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our website: www.sears.com/craftsman • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS LIST...
- Page 2 TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN GAS BACKPACK BLOWER For two years from the date of purchase, when this Blower is used and maintained according to the operator’s manual, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship free of charge.
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Page 3: Safety Rules
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your atten- tion to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and under- standing. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. -
Page 4: Rules For Safe Operation
• Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug for maintenance of repair. • Never point the blower or blowing debris in the direc- tion of people, animals or in the direction of windows. Always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, and windows. -
Page 5: Save These Instructions
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS • Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing movable parts. • Never store the unit, with fuel in the tank, inside a build- ing where fumes may reach an open flame (pilot lights, etc.) or sparks (switches, electrical motors, etc.). •... - Page 6 SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning, or caution.
- Page 7 KNOW YOUR BLOWER BLOWER COMPONENTS THROTTLE TRIGGER THROTTLE LOCK ON/OFF IGNITION SWITCH TOP ASSIST HANDLE SPARK PLUG WIRE / SPARK PLUG CHOKE LEVER STARTER HANDLE AIR CLEANER COVER FUEL CAP 10. FUEL TANK 11. PRIMER BULB 12. HARNESS 13. CONTROL HANDLE 14.
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Page 8: Oil And Fuel Information
OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, (less than 60 days old) clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper fuel/oil mixture. Definition of Blended Fuels Today's fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxy- genates such as ethanol, methanol, or MTBE (ether). -
Page 9: Assembly
(F). Then insert the operating tube(E) into the flexible tube (B) (Fig. 3) with a hose clamp (G)(Fig. 4) and tighten securely. 3. Attache throttle linkage clips (# 24-know your blower)- to both ends of the flex tube. ( See Fig. 5 and Fig. 6) ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 180˚... -
Page 10: Assembly Instructions
Move choke lever to FULL CHOKE “ ” position. (Figure 10)(DO NOT PRESS THROTTLE LOCK OR TRIGGER.) 4. With unit on the ground, hold top of blower-not engine housing cover as it may be hot-step on bottom of frame with foot. (Figure 12) Fig. -
Page 11: Starting/Stopping Instructions
Press trigger to run. IMPORTANT IDLING INFORMATION In some cases due to operating conditions (altitude, tem- perature etc.) your blower may need a slight adjustment to the idle speed. After warm up, If unit does not Idle after restarting 2 times, follow these steps to adjust idle. -
Page 12: Operation
BLOWER OPERATIONS 1. Use 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. WARNING: American National Standards Institute approved shielded safety glasses or face shield when operating blower. -
Page 13: Maintenance And Repair Instructions
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Perform these required maintenance procedures at the fre- quency stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any seasonal tune-up. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may only be performed by a Sears or other qualified dealer. - Page 14 Remove fuel from unit IDLE ADJUSTMENT and store in approved The carburetor was pre-set at the factory for optimum performance. If further adjustments are necessary take your blower to a Sears or other qualified service dealer. Fig. 22 Fig. 23 Fig. 24...
- Page 15 1. Perform all the general maintenance recommended in the Maintenance Section of your User Manual. 2. Clean exterior of engine and blower tubes. 3. Drain fuel from the fuel tank by running the unit dry or by removing the fuel cap and tipping the motor hous- ing/fuel tank over and draining oil/fuel mixture into a container with the same 2-cycle fuel mixture.
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Page 16: Troubleshooting
UNIT WON’T START OR STARTS BUT WILL NOT RUN C A U S E 1. Incorrect starting procedures 2. Incorrect carburetor mixture adjustment setting 3. Fouled spark plug 4. Empty fuel tank 5. Primer bulb was not pressed enough UNIT STARTS, BUT ENGINE HAS LOW POWER C A U S E 1. -
Page 17: Specifications
Fuel Tank Capacity ... 20 oz. (600 ml.) BLOWER Throttle Control ... Finger-Tip Trigger Blower Velocity ... up to 170 mph Blower Air Output ... up to 485 cfm Approximate Unit Weight (No fuel) ... 19.5 lb. Use goggles and hearing protection... - Page 20 California / The California Air Resources Board, The Environmental Protection Agency and Sears, Roebuck and Co., are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2005 and later small off-road engine. In California and the 49 states, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent anti-smog standards. Sears must war- rant the emission control system on your small off-road engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your small off-road engine.