Assembly - Craftsman . 316.792440 Operator's Manual

Before using the brushcutter add-on, some adjustments must be
made to the trimmer. Such as:
• Remove the current assist handle
• Install the supplied 24" J-handle
• Install the shoulder strap clip (if necessary)
• Attach/adjust the shoulder strap
REMOVING THE CURRENT ASSIST HANDLE
The trimmer may be configured with one of several types of assist
handles. The current assist handle must be removed and the 24" J-
handle, which is included, must be installed in order to use this add-
on.
Follow the instructions outlined in the trimmer's operator's manual
in order to remove the current handle and its clamps, screws, nuts,
bolts or other hardware.
NOTE: The trimmer may be equipped with a small J–handle. This
small handle is NOT an acceptable substitute for the larger J-
handle that is included with the 316.792440. Remove the smaller
J-handle so the larger, 24-inch handle may be installed.
INSTALL AND ADJUST THE 24" J-HANDLE
Installing
1. Remove the screws, nuts, clamp pieces that were installed on
the J-handle for shipping.
2. Hold the bottom clamp to the underside of the shaft housing,
about 7-8" from the shaft grip (Fig. 1).
3. Place the J-handle between the top and middle clamp pieces
(Fig. 1).
4. While holding the three pieces together, install the four (4)
screws through the top clamp and into middle clamp.
NOTE: The holes in the top and middle clamp will line up only when
assembled correctly.
5. Place the clamps and J-handle the over the shaft housing and
onto the bottom clamp.
6. Hold each hex nut in the bottom clamp recess with a finger.
Start screws with a large Phillips screwdriver. Do not tighten until
making the handle adjustment.
Adjusting
7. Loosen the screws so that the J-handle can be easily moved in
the clamp assembly. Do not remove the screws or nuts.
8. Slide the J-handle in or out until the arrow/white line on the
decal touches the clamp assembly (Fig. 2).
9. While holding the unit in the operating position (Fig. 11), move
the J-handle to the location that provides the best grip.
10. Tighten the clamp screws evenly, until the J-handle is secure.
NOTE: Once the new J-handle is installed, there is no need to
change back to the original handle.

ASSEMBLY

Bottom Clamp
Shaft Grip
6
Screws (4)
Top Clamp
Nuts (4)
Fig. 1
Decal
Fig. 2
Support Fitting
Fig. 3
Upper Boom
Nut
Fig. 4
J-Handle
Middle
Clamp
Wire Form
Harness Loop