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Operator's Manual ® 4-Cycle WEEDWACKER® GAS TRIMMER Model No. 316.791940 INCREDI.PULL TM RNGEL/EVABLS STARTING EA SE with MAXFIRE@IGNITION _ CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS LIST • ESPANOL, R E1 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our website" www.sears.com/craftsman 769-03539A
Operator's Manual ® 4-Cycle WEEDWACKER® GAS TRIMMER Model No. 316.791940 INCREDI.PULL TM RNGEL/EVABLS STARTING EA SE with MAXFIRE@IGNITION _ CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS LIST • ESPANOL, R E1 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Visit our website" www.sears.com/craftsman 769-03539A
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... for the storage of such materials. • Always stop the unit immediately. Never use the unit, except for Safe Operation 2 Warranty Statement 4 Assembly Instructions 5 Know Your Unit 5 Oil and Fuel Information 6 Starting/Stopping Instructions 7 Operating Instructions 8 Maintenance and Repair Instructions 9 Cleaning and Storage 13 Troubleshooting Chart 14 Specifications 14 Parts List E17 Service Numbers Backcover SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE NOTE: For users on forest brush and/or grasscovered areas be equipped with loose or damaged...
... for the storage of such materials. • Always stop the unit immediately. Never use the unit, except for Safe Operation 2 Warranty Statement 4 Assembly Instructions 5 Know Your Unit 5 Oil and Fuel Information 6 Starting/Stopping Instructions 7 Operating Instructions 8 Maintenance and Repair Instructions 9 Cleaning and Storage 13 Troubleshooting Chart 14 Specifications 14 Parts List E17 Service Numbers Backcover SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE NOTE: For users on forest brush and/or grasscovered areas be equipped with loose or damaged...
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...; Be sure the cutting attachment is turned off , and disconnect the spark plug for maintenance or repair. • Use only replacement parts or accessories recommended for damage. Keep a firm grip on both trimming lines extended, and the proper line installed. r'3' • UNLEADFEUDEL Always use , see Cleaning and Storage Instructions. • Keep these instructions. If it rotates. • Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler. Only use or damage, out of...
...; Be sure the cutting attachment is turned off , and disconnect the spark plug for maintenance or repair. • Use only replacement parts or accessories recommended for damage. Keep a firm grip on both trimming lines extended, and the proper line installed. r'3' • UNLEADFEUDEL Always use , see Cleaning and Storage Instructions. • Keep these instructions. If it rotates. • Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler. Only use or damage, out of...
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... support from time to time. Think of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. But like all products, it Rapid Resolution - Or, a prorated refund any reason during the product warranty period, we call is a risk-free purchase. The Repair Protection Agreement is all covered repairs [] Product replacement up to schedule service. Sears Installation Service For Sears professional installation...
... support from time to time. Think of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. But like all products, it Rapid Resolution - Or, a prorated refund any reason during the product warranty period, we call is a risk-free purchase. The Repair Protection Agreement is all covered repairs [] Product replacement up to schedule service. Sears Installation Service For Sears professional installation...
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... that provides you the best grip. 3. On/Off Stop Control Shaft Housing (4) Screws Shaft Grip Minimum 6 (15.24 cm) D-Handle Fig. 1 Bottom Clamp 2. INSTALL LINE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT NOTE: To make installation easier, place the unit on the ground or on the D-handle (Fig. 1). Muffler Spark Plug Oil Fill Plug Shaft Grip On/Off Sto Control D-Handle Craftsman® Convertible TM Coupler Shaft Housing Trimmer Attachment Fuel Cap Starter Rope Grip Cold Starting Lever Throttle Control Line Cutting Blade Air Filter Primer Cover Bulb _Att acCutt inr_gsiheld HassleFree TM UNTIL THE...
... that provides you the best grip. 3. On/Off Stop Control Shaft Housing (4) Screws Shaft Grip Minimum 6 (15.24 cm) D-Handle Fig. 1 Bottom Clamp 2. INSTALL LINE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT NOTE: To make installation easier, place the unit on the ground or on the D-handle (Fig. 1). Muffler Spark Plug Oil Fill Plug Shaft Grip On/Off Sto Control D-Handle Craftsman® Convertible TM Coupler Shaft Housing Trimmer Attachment Fuel Cap Starter Rope Grip Cold Starting Lever Throttle Control Line Cutting Blade Air Filter Primer Cover Bulb _Att acCutt inr_gsiheld HassleFree TM UNTIL THE...
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RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE Using the proper type and weight of oil and remove the paper seal Oil Fill ___ covering the opening. ADDING OIL TO CRANKCASE: INITIAL USE NOTE: This unit is extremely flammable. Remove the oil fill plug from the fueling source and site before starting the engine. Refer to the unit's gas tank. NEVER add fuel additives directly to Checking the Oil Level. WfcraoApmRsNfeuIcNeulGres: plyrayiRn. NOTE: Do not overfill the tank. 3. Failure...
RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE Using the proper type and weight of oil and remove the paper seal Oil Fill ___ covering the opening. ADDING OIL TO CRANKCASE: INITIAL USE NOTE: This unit is extremely flammable. Remove the oil fill plug from the fueling source and site before starting the engine. Refer to the unit's gas tank. NEVER add fuel additives directly to Checking the Oil Level. WfcraoApmRsNfeuIcNeulGres: plyrayiRn. NOTE: Do not overfill the tank. 3. Failure...
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... Weather Start Lever back up for 15 to start /closed position. Allow the engine to the start the engine. WARNINGA:voidaccidentsatlartingM. If you can 't see fuel in the starting position (Fig. 8), do not squeeze the throttle control. Repeat this lever down by idling. 2. WARM UNIT RESTART... Do not squeeze the throttle control while pulling the starter rope. NOTE: The unit uses the Incredi-Pull TM starting method is in the primer bulb and fuel lines (Fig...
... Weather Start Lever back up for 15 to start /closed position. Allow the engine to the start the engine. WARNINGA:voidaccidentsatlartingM. If you can 't see fuel in the starting position (Fig. 8), do not squeeze the throttle control. Repeat this lever down by idling. 2. WARM UNIT RESTART... Do not squeeze the throttle control while pulling the starter rope. NOTE: The unit uses the Incredi-Pull TM starting method is in the primer bulb and fuel lines (Fig...
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...; Blade Edger • Blower • Brush Cutter • Pruner To Install Attachments release button is fully snapped into the 90 ° hole (Fig. 12). 4. Cutting with the Guide Recess (Fig. 16) to bend over 8 inches (200 mm) by removing all vegetation around a tree. Using the wrong hole could lead to do the cutting, especially along walls. While firmly holding the assist handle •...
...; Blade Edger • Blower • Brush Cutter • Pruner To Install Attachments release button is fully snapped into the 90 ° hole (Fig. 12). 4. Cutting with the Guide Recess (Fig. 16) to bend over 8 inches (200 mm) by removing all vegetation around a tree. Using the wrong hole could lead to do the cutting, especially along walls. While firmly holding the assist handle •...
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... the engine exhaust port may be a part of cut thick, stalky weeds • Forcing the line into the holes in cutting head before 4. If you notice lost RPM, poor performance or general lack of acceleration, this process yourself as walls or fence posts • MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE • maintenance or repairs with fresh fuel Check oil Clean and re-oil air filter Change oil Change oil Clean spark arrestor Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust Check rocker...
... the engine exhaust port may be a part of cut thick, stalky weeds • Forcing the line into the holes in cutting head before 4. If you notice lost RPM, poor performance or general lack of acceleration, this process yourself as walls or fence posts • MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE • maintenance or repairs with fresh fuel Check oil Clean and re-oil air filter Change oil Change oil Clean spark arrestor Check rocker arm to valve clearance and adjust Check rocker...
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... CHANGING THE OIL _ hanAdRliNngINGu:nit. Unplug spark plug boot to prevent injury when For a new engine, change the oil after the first 10 hours of operation. If the oil level is in the crankcase cannot be just touching the innermost thread (Fig. 19). 6. Max Oil Fill Line / Fig. 19 Fig. 20 \\ Fill Level L 4-Cycle Motor Oil Fig. 22 6. Check oil before removing it. 4. Look into the oil fill hole, use a flashlight if needed...
... CHANGING THE OIL _ hanAdRliNngINGu:nit. Unplug spark plug boot to prevent injury when For a new engine, change the oil after the first 10 hours of operation. If the oil level is in the crankcase cannot be just touching the innermost thread (Fig. 19). 6. Max Oil Fill Line / Fig. 19 Fig. 20 \\ Fill Level L 4-Cycle Motor Oil Fig. 22 6. Check oil before removing it. 4. Look into the oil fill hole, use a flashlight if needed...
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... engine. 1. Reinstall the air filter cover. Air _ Fig. 26 Tabs Fig. 27 Locking Tab sure the cutting attachment has stopped rotating before adjusting the idle speed screw. make The idle speed of the engine is a loss of the air filter is operated without the air filter, you will not idle, adjust the idle speed screw as needed ) until the engine idles smoothly. Clean Air Filter The condition of engine power Have the carburetor adjusted by a Sears or other qualified service dealer should not rotate when the engine idles. 3. A dirty air filter...
... engine. 1. Reinstall the air filter cover. Air _ Fig. 26 Tabs Fig. 27 Locking Tab sure the cutting attachment has stopped rotating before adjusting the idle speed screw. make The idle speed of the engine is a loss of the air filter is operated without the air filter, you will not idle, adjust the idle speed screw as needed ) until the engine idles smoothly. Clean Air Filter The condition of engine power Have the carburetor adjusted by a Sears or other qualified service dealer should not rotate when the engine idles. 3. A dirty air filter...
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... in a clean, dust free area. 1. Use a standard automotive .005 in . (.076-.152 mm) FeelerlGauge Fig. 30 2. Tighten screws. Grasp the plug wire firmly and pull the cap from the cylinder head by turning a 5/8 in . (0.635 mm} using a new gasket. See Figures 32 and 33. 8. Remove the six (6) screws on the back of the engine cover with a feeler gauge after every 25 hours of its condition. 1. Set the air gap at...
... in a clean, dust free area. 1. Use a standard automotive .005 in . (.076-.152 mm) FeelerlGauge Fig. 30 2. Tighten screws. Grasp the plug wire firmly and pull the cap from the cylinder head by turning a 5/8 in . (0.635 mm} using a new gasket. See Figures 32 and 33. 8. Remove the six (6) screws on the back of the engine cover with a feeler gauge after every 25 hours of its condition. 1. Set the air gap at...
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... oil from the carburetor. 3. socket clockwise until it to cool before attempting to Federal, State and Local regulations. 5. With a flat blade screwdriver or Torx T-20 bit and a T-25 bit, remove the screws attaching the spark arrestor cover to : 110-120 in accordance to start the trimmer after storage. 4. Dispose of the muffler. Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten loose screws, nuts or bolts. TRANSPORTING • Allow the engine...
... oil from the carburetor. 3. socket clockwise until it to cool before attempting to Federal, State and Local regulations. 5. With a flat blade screwdriver or Torx T-20 bit and a T-25 bit, remove the screws attaching the spark arrestor cover to : 110-120 in accordance to start the trimmer after storage. 4. Dispose of the muffler. Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten loose screws, nuts or bolts. TRANSPORTING • Allow the engine...
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... arrestor CAUSE Air filter is plugged Improper idle speed CAUSE Old fuel ACTION Fill fuel tank with fuel Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel Clean or replace spark arrestor ACTION Replace or clean the air filter Adjust idle speed ACTION Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel Plugged spark arrestor Clean or replace spark arrestor CAUSE Old fuel ACTION Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact our nearest Sears Parts & Repair center (1-800-4-MY-HOME ®} or other qualified service...
... arrestor CAUSE Air filter is plugged Improper idle speed CAUSE Old fuel ACTION Fill fuel tank with fuel Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel Clean or replace spark arrestor ACTION Replace or clean the air filter Adjust idle speed ACTION Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel Plugged spark arrestor Clean or replace spark arrestor CAUSE Old fuel ACTION Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact our nearest Sears Parts & Repair center (1-800-4-MY-HOME ®} or other qualified service...
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...) Spark Plug ... Manual Spring Return Fuel Tank Capacity ... 14 oz (414 ml) Drive Shaft Housing ... Your emission control system may be designed, built and equipped to the owner at the time of a warranted part for two years. The 2007 and later small off -road engine at no charge to meet the state's stringent anti-smog standards. OperatinRgPM...6..,.8..0..0..r+.p..m.......... Champion Spark Plug #RDZ19H or Similar Spark Plug Spark Plug Gap ... 0.025 inch (0.635 mm) Lubrication ... Diaphragm, All-Position Starter...
...) Spark Plug ... Manual Spring Return Fuel Tank Capacity ... 14 oz (414 ml) Drive Shaft Housing ... Your emission control system may be designed, built and equipped to the owner at the time of a warranted part for two years. The 2007 and later small off -road engine at no charge to meet the state's stringent anti-smog standards. OperatinRgPM...6..,.8..0..0..r+.p..m.......... Champion Spark Plug #RDZ19H or Similar Spark Plug Spark Plug Gap ... 0.025 inch (0.635 mm) Lubrication ... Diaphragm, All-Position Starter...
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... by Sears. In California, new equipment that is not scheduled for the part. (4) Repair or replacement of the engine: air filter, carburetor, primer, fuel lines, fuel pick up/fuel filter, ignition module, spark plug, and muffler. For engines less than the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for replacement as follows: (1) Any warranted part that use of an attachment or modified part. (10) Sears shall provide any subsequent owner that describe the warranty procedures...
... by Sears. In California, new equipment that is not scheduled for the part. (4) Repair or replacement of the engine: air filter, carburetor, primer, fuel lines, fuel pick up/fuel filter, ignition module, spark plug, and muffler. For engines less than the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for replacement as follows: (1) Any warranted part that use of an attachment or modified part. (10) Sears shall provide any subsequent owner that describe the warranty procedures...
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...-05263 51 791-182519 52 753-04003 53 791-180217 753-05297 753-05324 Description O-Ring Air Cleaner Cover Assembly Air Filter Screw (includes 32) Fuel Tank Assembly w/Fuel Lines (includes 35) Fuel Cap Fuel Tank Pads Push Nut Pressure Plate Screw Pressure Plate (includes 38) Spacer Starter Assembly (includes 42) Rope Recoil Spring Handle Rope Guide Starter Housing Assembly Washer Clutch & Clutch Washer (includes 3 & 37-45) Clutch Drum Clutch Cover (includes 2) Anti-Rotation Screw Clamp Screw Nut Spark Arrestor Assembly Shortblock Assembly (includes 3-12, 14, 15, 17 & 24) El8
...-05263 51 791-182519 52 753-04003 53 791-180217 753-05297 753-05324 Description O-Ring Air Cleaner Cover Assembly Air Filter Screw (includes 32) Fuel Tank Assembly w/Fuel Lines (includes 35) Fuel Cap Fuel Tank Pads Push Nut Pressure Plate Screw Pressure Plate (includes 38) Spacer Starter Assembly (includes 42) Rope Recoil Spring Handle Rope Guide Starter Housing Assembly Washer Clutch & Clutch Washer (includes 3 & 37-45) Clutch Drum Clutch Cover (includes 2) Anti-Rotation Screw Clamp Screw Nut Spark Arrestor Assembly Shortblock Assembly (includes 3-12, 14, 15, 17 & 24) El8
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...05038 Description Throttle Housing Assembly (includes 2-4) Throttle Trigger Throttle Trigger Spring Switch Assembly Throttle Cable Assembly Upper Drive Shaft Housing Deluxe D-Handle Assembly (includes 8-10) Screw D-Handle D-Handle Base Click Link Coupler (includes 12-15) Bolt Screw Adjustment Knob (includes 15) Nut Lower Drive Shaft Housing (includes 17) Lower Flexible Drive Shaft Shield Mount Hardware Blade Assembly Shield Assembly (includes 19) Lower Clamp Assembly (includes 22) Anti-Rotation Screw Bushing Housing Assembly Adapter Cutting Head Assembly Glide Plate Tube of Precut Line Items...
...05038 Description Throttle Housing Assembly (includes 2-4) Throttle Trigger Throttle Trigger Spring Switch Assembly Throttle Cable Assembly Upper Drive Shaft Housing Deluxe D-Handle Assembly (includes 8-10) Screw D-Handle D-Handle Base Click Link Coupler (includes 12-15) Bolt Screw Adjustment Knob (includes 15) Nut Lower Drive Shaft Housing (includes 17) Lower Flexible Drive Shaft Shield Mount Hardware Blade Assembly Shield Assembly (includes 19) Lower Clamp Assembly (includes 22) Anti-Rotation Screw Bushing Housing Assembly Adapter Cutting Head Assembly Glide Plate Tube of Precut Line Items...
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... for the location of your home- For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it ! of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it -yourself. Your Home For expert troubleshooting and home solutions advice: www.managemyhome.com For repair-
... for the location of your home- For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it ! of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it -yourself. Your Home For expert troubleshooting and home solutions advice: www.managemyhome.com For repair-