Background
The Craftsman Tiller 316.292640 is a small garden tiller, manufactured by RYOBI / Ryobi America Corp for Sears under the Craftsman brand. The tiller is used for cultivating sod and light to medium soil. It is equipped with a 2-cycle engine that has a displacement of 31.5cc. The tiller operates at an idle speed of 2,600-3,600 rpm, while its operating RPM is 7,800+ rpm. The ignition type is electronic with a rocker switch. The spark plug gap is 0.025 in. and the recommended spark plug is a Champion RDJ7Y or equivalent.
The fuel/oil ratio for the tiller is 40:1, with a fuel tank capacity of 13 oz. The drive shaft housing is made of steel tube. The tiller features a finger-tip trigger for throttle control. It has a cultivating path width of up to 9 in. and a maximum cultivating depth of 5 in. The tiller weighs approximately 26 lb without fuel. Maintenance of the tiller involves routine cleaning and oiling of the air filter every 10 hours, checking the spark plug every 25 hours, and periodically replacing the spark plug, air filter, and fuel/oil mixture for proper operation. The handlebars of the tiller fold for compact storage and transport.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 316.292640
- Product Type: Tiller
- Engine Type: Air-cooled, 2-cycle
- Displacement: 31.5cc (1.95 cu in.)
- Idle Speed RPM: 2,600-3,600 rpm
- Operating RPM: 7,800+ rpm
- Ignition Type: Electronic ignition
- Ignition Switch: Rocker switch
- Spark Plug Gap: 0.025 in. (0.635 mm)
- Spark Plug: Champion RDJ7Y or equivalent
- Lubrication: Fuel/oil mixture
- Fuel/Oil Ratio: 40:1
- Carburetor Type: Diaphragm, all-position
- Starter Type: Auto rewind starting
- Muffler Type: Baffled with guard
- Throttle Type: Manual spring return
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 13 oz. (384 ml)
- Drive Shaft Housing Material: Steel tube
- Throttle Control: Finger-tip trigger
- Cultivating Path Width (Max): 9 in. (22.86 cm)
- Cultivating Depth (Max): 5 in. (12.7 cm)
- Approximate Weight (no fuel): 26 lb (12 kg)
Warranty
The Craftsman Tiller 316.292640 comes with a limited warranty that lasts for two years. This warranty covers any defects that may occur in the materials or workmanship of the tiller. However, it's important to note that there are certain limitations and exclusions to this warranty. To claim the warranty, refer to the operator's manual for the Craftsman Tiller 316.292640 for detailed instructions.