Background
The Craftsman Chain Saw 316.350851 is a chainsaw designed for a variety of cutting tasks. Manufactured by Ryobi America Corp for Sears under the Craftsman brand, the chainsaw is powered by an air-cooled, 2-cycle 55cc engine that operates at an idle speed of 3,400 RPM and a maximum operating speed of over 7,200 RPM. The chainsaw uses electronic ignition and has a slide switch for ignition control. Its fuel system utilizes a fuel/oil mix with a 40:1 ratio, and the chainsaw is equipped with a diaphragm, all-position carburetor. The starter is an auto-rewind type, and the chainsaw has a manual spring return throttle.
The Craftsman Chain Saw 316.350851 has a fuel tank capacity of 16.8 oz. and is controlled via a finger-tip trigger. Its total weight, without fuel, is approximately 17.6 lbs. The chainsaw also features a baffled muffler with a guard, and a spark plug with a gap of 0.025 in. The chainsaw is designed for durability, with its robust engine and reliable ignition system, and is also relatively straightforward to repair, with its uncomplicated design and widely available parts.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 316.350851
- Product Type: Chain Saw
- Engine Type: Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle
- Displacement: 55 cc (3.36 cu in.)
- Idle Speed RPM: 3,400 rpm
- Operating RPM: 7,200+ rpm
- Ignition Type: Electronic
- Ignition Switch: Slide Switch
- Spark Plug Gap: 0.025 in. (0.635 mm)
- Lubrication: Fuel/Oil Mixture
- Fuel/Oil Ratio: 40:1
- Carburetor: Diaphragm, All-Position
- Starter: Auto Rewind
- Muffler: Baffled with Guard
- Throttle: Manual Spring Return
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 16.8 oz. (496.8 ml)
- Throttle Control: Finger-Tip Trigger
- Approximate Unit Weight (No fuel): 17.6 lbs. (8 kg)
Warranty
The warranty for the Craftsman Chain Saw 316.350851 is a one-year full warranty. If the chainsaw fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase and is used and maintained according to the operator's manual, it can be returned to any Sears store, Sears Parts & Repair Service Center, or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free repair or replacement if repair is not possible. However, please note that the warranty excludes the bar, chain, spark plug, and air filter, which are considered expendable parts that can wear out in less than a year from normal use. It is important to mention that this warranty only applies for 30 days from the date of purchase if the chainsaw is used for commercial or rental purposes. If you need more information or have any further questions, you can contact Sears at 1-800-827-6655.