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2-Cycle

HANDHELD BLOWER

Model No. 316.79160*

*The last digit of the model number varies.

769-10853 / 01

02/17

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Visit our website: www.craftsman.com

CAUTION: Before using this product,
read this manual and follow all its Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.

Operator’s Manual

• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• ESPAÑOL, P. 15

Summary of Contents for INCREDI-PULL 316.79160 SERIES

Page 1: ...53 01 02 17 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Visit our website www craftsman com CAUTION Before using this product read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions Operator s Manual SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE ESPAÑOL P 15 ...

Page 2: ... these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor If it requires replacement contact a Sears Parts Repair Service Center to install the appropriate muffler assembly Read the operator s manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and or bystanders CALIFORNIA PROPOS...

Page 3: ...ueling Always mix and add fuel in a clean well ventilated outdoor area where there are no sparks or flames DO NOT smoke Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel Wipe up any spilled fuel from the unit immediately before starting the unit Move the unit at least 30 ft 9 1 m from the fueling source and site before starting the e...

Page 4: ...jury to the user or damage to the unit and void the warranty Keep the unit clean Carefully remove vegetation and other debris that could block moving parts To reduce fire hazard replace a faulty muffler and spark arrestor Keep the engine and muffler free from grass leaves excessive grease or carbon build up If the unit starts to vibrate abnormally stop the unit immediately Inspect the unit for the...

Page 5: ...D FUEL Always use clean fresh unleaded fuel OIL Refer to operator s manual for the proper type of oil DO NOT USE E85 FUEL IN THIS UNIT WARNING It has been proven that fuel containing greater than 10 ethanol will likely damage this engine and void the warranty ON OFF STOP CONTROL ON START RUN ON OFF STOP CONTROL OFF or STOP PRIMER BULB Push primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times CHOKE CONTROL START ...

Page 6: ...Weight No fuel 9 10 lbs 4 1 4 5 kg Air Volume measured at upper tube general tube special tube 430 320 75 cfm 12 9 2 m3 min Air Speed Peak measured at upper tube general tube special tube 90 145 200 mph 145 230 320 km h Air Speed Average measured at upper tube general tube special tube 75 120 160 mph 120 190 255 km h Fuel Cap Starter Rope Grip Throttle Control Spark Plug Muffler On Off Switch Prim...

Page 7: ...t the unit on a flat level surface 2 Align the slot on the upper blower tube with the tab on the blower outlet Fig 1 3 Push the upper blower tube onto the blower outlet until the tab locks securely into the slot Fig 1 Installing the General Use Tube or Special Use Tube 1 Set the unit on a flat level surface 2 Align the tab on the general use tube or special use tube with the hole on the upper blow...

Page 8: ...t with a fuel additive such as STA BIL Fuel Stabilizer or an equivalent Add 0 8 oz 23 ml of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions on the container NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit s fuel tank Mixing the Fuel NOTE This unit comes with a 3 2 oz 95 ml container of 2 cycle oil To obtain the correct fuel mixture described below pour the entire container into one ga...

Page 9: ...queeze the throttle control Crouch in the starting position Fig 5 7 DO NOT squeeze the throttle control Pull the starter rope with a controlled and steady motion until the unit starts 8 DO NOT squeeze the throttle control Idle the engine for 30 seconds 9 Squeeze and hold the throttle control or move the cruise control to the HI fast position Fig 3 NOTE The engine is properly warmed up when it acce...

Page 10: ... through Saturday To reduce noise levels operate the unit at the lowest speed needed to do the job Limit the number of pieces of power equipment used at any one time Use rakes or brooms to loosen debris before operation In dusty conditions slightly dampen surfaces Use the cruise control to make continuous operation easier Fig 3 Watch out for children pets open windows and freshly washed cars Blow ...

Page 11: ...rform cleaning or maintenance while the unit is running Disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent the unit from starting accidentally Fig 7 Air Filter Air Filter Cover Lock Tab Backplate Tabs Slots WARNING Wear protective clothing and observe all safety instructions to prevent serious personal injury MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the ...

Page 12: ...the spark plug with a 5 8 inch socket turning it clockwise until snug NOTE If using a torque wrench torque to 110 120 in lb 12 3 13 5 N m Do not over tighten 6 Reattach the spark plug boot WARNING Do not sand blast scrape or clean spark plug electrodes Grit in the engine could damage the cylinder Fig 8 Idle Speed Screw ADJUSTING THE IDLE SPEED If the engine will not idle properly 1 Start the engin...

Page 13: ... the fuel cap tip the unit and drain the fuel into an approved container Reinstall the fuel cap 2 Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls This ensures that all fuel has been drained from the carburetor 3 Allow the engine to cool Remove the spark plug and put 5 drops of any high quality motor oil or 2 cycle oil into the cylinder Pull the starter rope slowly to distribute the oil Reinst...

Page 14: ...xed Drain the fuel tank and add fresh properly mixed fuel The air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter PROBLEM SOLUTION The air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter The fuel is old over 30 days and or improperly mixed Drain the fuel tank and add fresh properly mixed fuel The idle speed is incorrect Adjust the idle speed The fuel is old over 30 days and or improperly mixed Dra...

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