Background
The Craftsman Trimmer 316.711970 is a gas-powered string trimmer, produced by Craftsman. It is equipped with a 29cc four-stroke engine and a 14-inch cutting swath. This product's key specifications include an engine idle speed of 2800-3600 rpm, an operating RPM of over 6800 rpm, and a valve clearance of 0.003-0.006 in. It utilizes a Champion RDZ4H spark plug or an equivalent, with a spark plug gap of 0.025 in. The trimmer is lubricated with SAE 30 oil, with an oil capacity of 3.04 fl oz. It has a fuel tank capacity of 14 fl oz, and its weight ranges from 11.5 to 13 lbs without fuel. The cutting mechanism consists of a Hassle Free trimmer head, and it uses a Hassle Free XTRA QUIET spiral line. The cutting path diameter measures 14 inches.
This trimmer is characterized by a straight shaft with a cushion grip, and it is equipped with an on/off switch, throttle control, choke lever, and primer bulb for starting. Also, it has a cutting head shield that serves to protect the user from flying debris. Intended use is for residential lawn care and light duty landscaping applications. Its four-stroke engine facilitates quiet operation and low emissions.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 316.711970
- Product Type: Gas-powered string trimmer
- Engine: 29cc four-stroke air cooled
- Displacement: 1.8 cu. in.
- Idle Speed: 2800-3600 rpm
- Operating RPM: Over 6800 rpm
- Valve Clearance: 0.003-0.006 in (0.076-0.152 mm)
- Spark Plug Gap: 0.025 in (0.635 mm)
- Spark Plug: Equivalent to Champion RDZ4H
- Lubrication: SAE 30 oil
- Oil Capacity: 3.04 fl oz (90 ml)
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 14 fl oz (414 ml)
- Weight: 11.5-13 lbs without fuel
- Cutting Mechanism: Hassle-Free trimmer head
- Cutting Line: Hassle-Free XTRA QUIET spiral line
- Cutting Path Diameter: 14 inches
- Additional Features: Straight shaft with cushion grip, on/off switch, throttle control, choke lever, primer bulb for easy starting, cutting head shield
Warranty
The Craftsman Trimmer 316.711970 comes with a comprehensive warranty package. The product as a whole is safeguarded by a 2-year full warranty, covering any defects or malfunctions that may occur during regular use. In addition, the trimmer shaft housing is further protected by a limited warranty stretching up to 8 years. To claim the warranty, you would typically have to contact the manufacturer, Craftsman, directly. Always remember to keep your proof of purchase and the details of the warranty terms handy, as you may need to present these as part of the claim process.