Craftsman 316.79187 User Manual

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Craftsman Convertible™ Feature
The coupler allows you to convert this unit for use with the
following add-on attachments:
•

Cultivator

•

Blade Edger

•

Blower

•

Brush Cutter

•

Pruner

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

To Install Attachments
NOTE: To make installation easier, place the unit on the ground

or on a workbench.

Make sure the unit is turned completely off.

Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen the coupler (Fig. 11).

While firmly holding the add-on, push it straight into the
coupler until the release button (Fig. 12) snaps into the
primary hole (Fig. 12). The primary hole is on the opposite
side of the coupler from the knob (Fig. 12). Align the release
button with the Guide Recess (Fig. 12) to help installation.

Turn the knob clockwise to tighten (Fig. 13).

To Remove Attachments
1.

Make sure the unit is turned completely off.

Turn the knob counterclockwise to loosen the coupler (Fig. 11).

Press and hold the release button (Fig. 12).

While firmly holding the upper shaft housing (Fig. 13), pull
the attachment out of the coupler.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury and

damage to the unit, shut the unit off before
removing or installing add-ons.

CAUTION:

These add-on attachments are to be

snapped into the primary hole only. Using the wrong
hole could lead to personal injury or damage to the unit.

FREQUENCY

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED

SEE

Before starting
engine

Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel

p. 6

Every 10 hours

Clean and re-oil air filter

p. 9 & 10

Every 25 hours

Check and clean spark arrestor
Check spark plug condition and gap

p. 10
p. 11

Every 50 hours

Inspect exhaust port and spark
arrestor screen for clogging or
obstruction

p. 10

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE

Removing the Air Filter/Muffler Cover

1. Remove the four (4) screws

securing the air filter/muffler
cover (Fig. 14). Use a flat
blade or T20 Torx bit
screwdriver.

2. Pull the cover from the

engine. Do not force.

Cleaning the Air Filter

Failure to maintain your air filter
properly can result in poor
performance or can cause
permanent damage to your
engine.
1. Remove air filter/muffler

cover. Refer to Removing
the Air Filter/Muffler Cover
above.

2. Turn cover over and look inside to locate the air filter. Remove

the air filter from inside the air filter/muffler cover (Fig. 15).

3. Wash the filter in detergent and water (Fig. 16). Rinse the filter

thoroughly. Squeeze out excess water. Allow it to dry completely.

4. Apply enough clean SAE 30 oil to lightly coat the filter (Fig. 17).
5. Squeeze the filter to spread and remove excess oil (Fig. 18).

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury,

always turn your unit off and allow it to cool before
you clean or service it.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency
stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any
seasonal tune-up.
NOTE:

Some maintenance procedures may require special

tools or skills. If you are unsure about these procedures
take your unit to any non-road engine repair
establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. Call
1-800-4-MY-HOME

for more information.

NOTE:

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission

control devices and system may be performed by a Sears
or other qualified service dealer. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

for more information.

In order to assure peak performance of your engine, inspection of the
engine exhaust port may be necessary after 50 hours of operation. If
you notice lost RPM, poor performance or general lack of
acceleration, this service may be required. If you feel your engine is in
need of this inspection, refer service to a Sears or other qualified
service dealer. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

for more information. DO

NOT attempt to perform this process yourself as engine damage may
result from contaminants involved in the cleaning process for the port.

WARNING:

To prevent serious injury, never

perform maintenance or repairs with unit running.
Always service and repair a cool unit. Disconnect the
spark plug wire to ensure that the unit cannot start.

Screws

Fig. 14

MAINTENANCE & REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS