Background
The Craftsman Trimmer 316.791940 is a string trimmer designed to cut grass and weeds. Manufactured by Ryobi America Corp for Sears under the Craftsman brand, this product is gas-powered and features an air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1.8 cu.in. (29cc). The trimmer has a power output of 0.95 hp and an electronic ignition system. It uses unleaded gasoline and has a fuel capacity of 14 oz (414 ml).
The trimmer is designed to start easily due to its MaxFire electronic ignition and Incredi-Pull starting system. Its Convertible shaft allows for a range of attachments, enhancing its functionality. It comes with a 17 in. dual line plastic cutting head with a HassleFree feed system. The 316.791940 model also includes a shoulder strap and a debris shield. For maintenance, the air filter needs to be cleaned and re-oiled every 10 hours of operation, the engine oil needs to be changed after the first 10 hours of use, and the spark plug should be replaced every 25 hours of operation.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 316.791940
- Product Type: Gas-powered string trimmer
- Engine Type: Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single cylinder, 1.8 cu.in. (29cc) displacement
- Power: 0.95 hp
- Starting System: Electronic ignition, recoil start
- Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline
- Fuel Capacity: 14 oz (414 ml)
- Oil Capacity: 3.04 oz (90 ml) SAE 30 oil
- Cutting Width: 17 in. with included plastic cutting head
- Weight: 11.5-13 lbs without attachments
- Additional Features: Convertible shaft for attachments, includes shoulder strap, debris shield
Warranty
The Craftsman Trimmer 316.791940 comes with a comprehensive warranty coverage. There is a 2-year full warranty in place, which is designed to protect against defects in material and workmanship. This means that if there are any issues with the trimmer related to the materials used to construct it, or the way it was made, the warranty will cover it. Additionally, there are also two specific 2-year limited warranties that are in effect. One is for the electronic ignition parts, and the other is for the evaporative emissions control system. To claim the warranty, users should refer to the guidelines mentioned in the operator's manual or contact the manufacturer's customer service directly.