Background
The Craftsman Trimmer 358.791040 is a gardening tool developed by Sears. This trimmer is a gas-powered device with a 32cc 2-cycle engine, designed primarily for home use. It is intended for tasks such as cutting grass and weeds, but with the use of separately sold attachments, it can also perform a variety of other garden tasks.
The trimmer operates on a fuel mixture of 40:1 gas to oil ratio, which is essential for its proper functioning and the prevention of engine damage. It features an adjustable assist handle that can be set to different angles for better control and comfort during trimming. The trimmer head uses a rotating nylon line to cut vegetation. Two types of line are recommended, red for grass and weeds, and black for thicker vegetation. As the line wears down during use, it feeds out of the head, and a blade on the shield cuts it to the appropriate length.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 358.791040
- Product Type: Trimmer
- Manufacturer: Sears
- Engine: 32cc/1.9 cu. in. 2-cycle gas engine
- Fuel: 40:1 gas/oil mixture (3.2 oz oil per 1 gallon gas)
- Fuel Tank Capacity: Unspecified
- Cutting Width: Unspecified
- Cutting Line: Nylon line, red for grass/weeds, black for heavy weeds/brush
- Handle: Adjustable angle assist handle
- Weight: Unspecified
- Attachments: Optional attachments include edger, cultivator, blower, brushcutter, pruner (sold separately)
Warranty
The Craftsman Trimmer 358.791040 comes with a 1 year full warranty, which covers defects in material or workmanship for non-commercial use. However, the warranty does not cover expendable parts like the cutting line, spark plug, and air filter, as these are expected to wear out in less than a year with normal use. For commercial or rental use, the warranty coverage is only for 30 days from the date of purchase. The emissions control system, on the other hand, is covered by a 2-year warranty as mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In order to claim the warranty, repairs should ideally be completed within 30 days.