Background
The Craftsman Trimmer 316.740970 is a string trimmer that runs on gas. Manufactured by Ryobi America Corp for Sears under the Craftsman brand, its primary function is to trim grass and light weeds in a yard setting.
The trimmer is equipped with a 31cc 4-cycle engine and uses unleaded gasoline as fuel. It has a fuel capacity of 14 fluid ounces or 414 milliliters. The trimmer requires SAE 30 weight oil and has a cutting width of 17 inches or 43 centimeters. Its cutting head is a bump feed auto-advance type, and it uses a line with a diameter of 0.080 inches or 2.0 millimeters. The trimmer also includes an adjustable assist handle for control during use. The total weight of the equipment is 11 pounds or 5 kilograms. The trimmer also has the ability to accept other attachments like cultivators, edgers, etc., thanks to the versatile Expand-It universal coupler.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 316.740970
- Product Type: Gas-Powered String Trimmer
- Engine: 31cc 4-cycle engine
- Fuel: Unleaded gasoline
- Fuel Capacity: 14 fl oz (414 ml)
- Oil Type: SAE 30 weight oil
- Cutting Width: 17 in (43 cm)
- Cutting Head: Bump feed auto-advance head
- Line Diameter: 0.080 in (2.0 mm)
- Handle: Adjustable assist handle
- Weight: 11 lbs (5 kg)
Warranty
The Craftsman Trimmer 316.740970 comes with a 2 year limited warranty provided by Sears. This warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase. However, it does not extend to normal wear items such as trimmer line, spark plugs, and air filters. In order to claim benefits under the warranty for any repairs or replacements, the original purchase receipt is required.