Background
The Craftsman Cultivator 316.292710 is a gardening tool designed for tilling soil. It is manufactured by RYOBI / Ryobi America Corp for Sears under the Craftsman Brand. The cultivator has a 4-cycle, air-cooled engine with a displacement of 1.6 cubic inches (26.2 cc). The idle speed ranges from 3000-3600 rpm, and the operating speed ranges from 7200-8800 rpm. The cultivator uses a centrifugal clutch and has an electronic ignition system. It is controlled using a rocker switch.
The cultivator features a diaphragm, all-position carburetor and uses unleaded fuel. The fuel tank has a capacity of 15 oz (444 ml). With a cultivating path width of 9 inches (22.86 cm) and a maximum cultivating depth of 6 inches (15.24 cm), it is suitable for cultivating sod and light to medium soil, cultivating in garden areas and around trees, and edging. The cultivator has a weight of 25 lb. (11.5 kg) when empty.
Technical Specifications
- Engine Type: Air-Cooled, 4-Cycle
- Displacement: 1.6 cu. in. (26.2 cc)
- Idle Speed RPM: 3,000-3,600 rpm
- Operating RPM: 7,200-8,800 rpm
- Clutch Type: Centrifugal
- Ignition Type: Electronic
- On/Off Stop Control: Rocker Switch
- Valve clearance (intake and exhaust): 0.003-0.006 in. (0.076-0.0152 mm)
- Spark Plug Gap: 0.025 inch (0.655 mm)
- Lubrication: SAE 30 Oil
- Crankcase Oil Capacity: 3.04 oz (90 ml)
- Carburetor: Diaphragm, All-Position
- Starter: Auto Rewind
- Fuel: Unleaded
Warranty
The Craftsman Cultivator 316.292710 comes with a full two-year warranty. This warranty covers any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship, and Sears will repair or replace these parts free of charge. To claim the warranty, you can return the equipment to your nearest Sears Service Center. In-home warranty service is also available, but a trip charge may apply. It's important to note that this warranty only applies while the product is in the United States. The warranty does not cover expendable items that become worn during normal use, such as spark plugs, air cleaners, belts, and oil filters. It also does not cover tire replacement or repair caused by punctures from outside objects, repairs necessary due to operator abuse or negligence, engine cleaning or repairs caused by contaminated or oxidized fuel, or equipment used for commercial or rental purposes. To locate the nearest Sears Service Center or schedule service, you can contact Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME.