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Owner's Manual
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5.5 HP
24 INCH TINE WIDTH
FRONTTINE
TILLER
Model No. /
917.292480
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
Warranty ............................................... 2
Safety Rules ......................................... 2
Product Specifications .......................... 4
Assembly .............................................. 5
Operation ......................................... 3&7
Maintenance Schedule ...................... t 1
Maintenance ....................................... 11
Service and Adjustments .................... 13
Storage .......................................... 3& 16
Troubleshooting ................................. 17
illustrated Parts List ............................ 36
Parts Ordering ..................... Back Cover
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER
For one (1) year from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Tiller is maintained,
lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in
the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman-
ship.
This Warranty does not cover;
•Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as tines, spark
plugs, air cleaners and belts.
•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent
crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions
contained in the owner's manual.
• If this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warranty
applies for only thirty (30) days from the date of purchase.
Warranty service is available by returning the craftsman power mower to the nearest
sears service center/deparfment in the united states. This warranty applies only while
this product is in use in the united states,
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
TRAINING
• Read the Owner's Manual carefully, Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the equipment,
Know how to stop the unit and disen-
gage the controls quickly.
•Never allow children to operate the
equipment. Never allow adults to
operate the equipment without proper
instruction,
• Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children,
and pets,
PREPARATION
•Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all
foreign objects.
• Disengage all clutches and shift into
neutral before starting the engine
(motor).
o, Do not operate the equipment without
wearing adequate outer garments.
Wear footwear that will improve footing
on slippery surfaces.
• Handle fuel with care; it is highly
flammable.
• Use an approved fuel container.
• Never add fuel to a running engine or
hot engine.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme
care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.
• Replace gasoline cap securely and
clean up spilled fuel before restarting.
2
• Use extensioncords and receptacles
as specifiedby the manufacturer for all
unitswithelectricdrive motorsor
electricstartingmotors,
•Never attemptto make any adjustments
while the engine(motor) is running
(except where specificallyrecommend-
ed by manufacturer).
OPERATION
• Do notputhands orfeet nearor under
rotatingparts.
•Exerciseextreme cautionwhen
operatingon or crossinggravel ddves,
walks,or roads.Stay alertfor hidden
hazardsor traffic.Do notcarP/passen-
gers.
•Afterstdkinga foreignobject,stopthe
engine (motor),removethe wirefrom
the sparkplug,thoroughlyinspectthe
tillerfor any damage, and"repairthe
damage before restartingand operat-
ing the tiller.
•Exemisecautionto avoid slippingor
falling.
•If the unitshouldstartto vibrate
abnormally,stopthe engine(motor)
end check immediatelyfor the cause.
Vibrationis generallya warningof
trouble.
•Stopthe engine(motor) whenleaving
the operatingposition.
•Take all possibleprecautionswhen
leavingthe machineunattended.
Disengage the tines, shiftintoneutral,
and stopthe engine.
•Beforecleaning,repaidng,or inspect-
ing,shutoff the engineand make
certainall movingparts have stopped.
Disconnectthe sparkplugwire, and
keep the wireaway fromthe plugto
preventaccidentalstarting.Disconnect
the cord on electricmotors.
•Do not runthe engineindoors;exhaust
fumes are dangerous.
•Never operate the tillerwithoutproper
guards,plates, or othersafetyprotec-
tive devicesin place.
•Keep childrenand pets away.
•Do not overload the machine capacity
by attempting to till too deep at too fast
a rate.
•Never operate the machine at high
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look
behind and use care when backing.
•Never allow bystanders near the unit.
•Use only attachments end accessories
approved by the manufacturer of the
tiller.
•Never operate the tiller without good
visibility or light.
•Be careful when tilling in hard ground.
The tines may catch in the _]round and
propel the tiller forward. If this occurs,
let go of the handlebars and do not
restrain the machine.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
•Keep machine, attachments, end
accessories in safe working condition.
•Check shear pins, engine mounting
bolts, and other bolts at frequent
intervals for proper tightness to be sure
the equipment is in safe working
condition.
•Never store the machine with fuel in the
fuel tank inside a building where
ignition sources are present, such as
hot water and space heaters, clothes
dryers, and the like, Allow the engine to
cool before storing in any enclosure.
•Always refer to the operator's guide
instructions for important details it the
tiller is to be stored for an extended
period.
ALook for this symbol to point out
important safetyprecautions, It means
GAUTIONH! BECOMEALERTlit YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
ACAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it cannot
contact spark plug in order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs.
AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and cedain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
GASOLINE 3 QTS
C,APACITY: UNLEADED
REGULAR
OIL(API-SF-SJ): SAE 30
CAPACITY:20 OZ,) (ABOVE32°F)
SAE 5W-30
(BELOW 32°F)
SPARKPLUG: CHAMPION
(GAP: .030') RJ19LM OR J19LM
:ONGRATULATIONSon your purchase
of a Sears Tiller.It has been designed,
engineeredand manufacturedto give
you the best possibledependabilityand
performance.
Should you experienceany problems
you cannot easilyremedy,please
contacta Sears or other qualified
ServiceCenter. We have competent,
well-trainedtechniciansand the proper
tools to serviceor repairthisunit.
Please readand retainthismanual.The
instructionswill enable you to assemble
and maintainyour tillerproperly.Always
observethe "SAFETYRULES".
Yournew tiller has been assembledat
the factory withexceptionof thoseparts
left unassembledfor shippingpurposes.
To ensure safeand properoperationof
your tillerall partsand hardwareyou
assemblemustbe tightenedsecurely.
Use the correcttoolsas necessaryto
insure propertightness.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintain-
ing, cadng for and using your tiller.
• Follow the instructions under the
"Customer Responsibilities" and
"Storage" sections of this Owner's
Manual.
_WARNING: This unit is equipped with
an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass covered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrestsr meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is
used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code),
Other states may have similar laws.
Federal laws apply on federal lands. A
spark arrester for the muffler is available
through your nearest Sears service
center (See REPAIR PARTS section of
this manual).
These accessorieswere availablewhenthe tillerwas pumhased. They are also
availableat mostSears Retail outletsand ServiceCenters. MostSears Storescan
order repairpartsfor you whenyouprovidethe model numberof your tiller.
ENGINE
f
TILLER MAINTENANCE
BELT TINES SHEAR PIN
i
4
HAIRPIN CLIP
Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller
all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools
as necessary to Ensureproper tightness.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
(1) Utility knife
(1) Pair of pliers
(2) 1/2 Wrench
OPERATOR'S POSITION
When right or left hand is mentioned in
this manual, it means when you are in the
operating position (standing behind tiller
handles).
FRONT
LEFT _RIGHT
OPERATOR'S
POSITION
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
(1) Manual
-©
(2) Lock
Washers 5/16
(1) Plastic
Cable Clip
©
(2) Flange Locknuts
5/16-18UNC
©
(2) Hex Nuts
5/16-16
i
(1) Bottle Engine Oil
(2) Carriage Bolts 5/16-18 UNC x2-3/8 Gr. 5
5
UNPACK CARTON & INSTALL
HANDLE
•iLCAUTION:Be carefulof exposed
stapleswhen handlingor disposingof
cadoning material.
IMPORTANT: When unpackingand
assemblingtiller,be carefulnot to stretch
or kink cable(s).
1. Cut cable ties securinghandle
column.
2. Remove all packingfrom cation.
3. Secure handle columnto handle
mountusingtwo (2) carriagebolts
and two (2) flange Iocknuts. Tighten
both flange Iocknutssecurely.
4. Remove packingmaterial from handle
assembly.
5. Route tine controlcable through
plasticcable clip on handle column.
6, Insertplasticcable clip into hole in
handle column.
7, Cut away carton.
8. Cut cable ties securingtillerto skid.
9. Removetillerfrom skidby pulling
backwards.
Tine
C_tro_
Cable_i _- Handle
Column
" _'Flange
Locknut
INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY
1. Loosen nut "A".
2. Insert stake suppod between engine
bracket halves with stake spring
down.
3. Bolt stake support to engine brackets
with bolts, lock washers and nuts.
Tighten securely. Tighten nut "A".
4. Depth stake must move freely. If it
does not, loosen support bolt.
ine BracketHalves
"A" Depth
Support
Bolt
"Stake Spring
.ock Washers,
and hex Nuts
HANDLE HEIGHT
•Handle heightmay be adjustedto
bettersuitoperator. (See "HANDLE
HEIGHT" inthe Serviceand Adjust-
ments sectionof thismanual).
TILLING WIDTH
•Tillingwidthmay be adjustedto better
handle your tillingconditions(See
"FINE ARRANGEMENT_inthe Service
and Adjustmentssection of this
manual).
TINE OPERATION
•Check tineoperationbeforefirstuse.
(See "FINE OPERATION CHECK"in
the Serviceand Adjustmentssectionof
this manual),
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KNOW YOUR TILLER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING
YOURTILLER
Compare the illustrationswithyour tillerto familiarizeyourselfwiththe locations of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
TILUNC; F_WARD _£UTr_L REvEqs_ CAUTX_N ENGINE _:_NE fAST SLOW CHOKE _UEL _L ST_ _)
FonNardTine
Control
Choke Control
Control
Depth Tine Shield
Recoil
Handle
Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
FORWARD TINE CONTROL - Engages
tines in forward direction,
CHOKE CONTROL -Used when starting
a cold engine.
THROTTLE CONTROL -Used to control
engine speed.
DEPTH STAKE -Controls forward speed
and the depth at which tiller will dig.
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE -Used to
start the engine.
Theoperationofanytillercanresultinforeignobjectsthrownintotheeyes
whichcanresultinsevereeyedamage.Awayswearsafetyglassesoreye
shieldsbeforestartingyourtillerandwhiletilling.Werecommendawide
visionsafetymaskoverspectaclesorstandardsafetyglasses.
HOWTOUSEYOURTILLER
Knowhowtooperateallcontrolsbefore
addingfuel and oil or attempting to start
engine.
STOPPING
TINES
• Release Une control to stop movement.
ENGINE
•Move throttle control to =STOP" posi-
tion.
NOTE: Never use choke to stop engine.
Tine Control
"Off" (UP) Position
"On" (DOWN) Position _"
WHEELS
Adjustwheelsby removingthe hairpin
clip and clevispin. Changewheel
position. Replace the hairpinclip and
clevispin.
•For normaltilling,set wheelsat the
secondor thirdholefromthe top.
\HairpinClipand
Depth
Stake
HairpinClip
and Clevis Pin
Chokq
Control
Contmt
TINE OPERATION
•Squeeze Une control to handle.
TILLING
The speed and depth of tilling is regu-
lated by the position of the depth stake
and wheel height.
The depth stake should always be below
the wheels for digging, it serves as a
brake to slow the tiller's forward motion to
enable the tines to penetrate the ground.
Also, the more the depth stake is lowered
into the ground the deeper the tines will
dig.
DEPTH STAKE
Adjust depth stake by removing the
hairpin clip and clevis pin. Change depth
stake to desired position. Replace the
clevis pin and hairpin clip.
•For normal tilling, set depth stake at the
second or third hole from the top.
TO TRANSPORT
ACAUTION: Before lifting or transporting
allow tiller engine and muffler to cool.
Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain
gasoline from fuel tank.
AROUND THE YARD
1. Tip depth stake forward until it is held
by the stake spdng.
2. Push tiller handles down, raising tine._
off the ground.
3. Push or pull tiller to desired location.
AROUND TOWN
1. Disconnect spark plug wire.
2. Drain fuel tank.
3. Transport in upright position to
prevent oil leakage.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
IMPORTANT: Be very careful not to allow
dirt to enter the engine when checking or
adding oil or fuel. Use clean oil and fuel
and store in approved, clean, covered
containers, use clean fill funnels,
FILL ENGINE WITH OIL
1. Remove hangtag from engine.
2. With engine level, remove engine oil
filler plug.
3. Fill engine with oil to point of overflow
ing. For approximate capacity see
=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on
page 4 of this manual. All oil must
meet A.P.I. Service Classification SF-
SJ.
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4, Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then
re-level.
5, With engine level, refill to point of
overflowing if necessary. Replace oil
filler plug.
•For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting (See "OIL
VISCOSITY CHART" in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-
nance section of this manual.
Oil Leve_ _Plug
ADD GASOLINE
•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded
gasoline will increase carbon and lead
oxide deposits and reduce valve life.)
IMPORTANT; When operating in tempera-
tures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean,
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
cold weather starting.
_I_,WARNING: Experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or
longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel
next season, See Storage section of this
manual for additional information. Never
use engine or carburetor cleaner prod-
ucts in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
_CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top
of fue! tank to prevent spills and to allow
for fuel expansion. If gasoline is acciden-
tally spilled, move machine away from
area of spill. Avoid creating any source of
ignition until gasoline vapors have
disappeared.
Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
TO START ENGINE
_CAUTION: Keep fine control in "OFF"
position when starting engine.
When starting engine for the first time or if
engine has run out of fuel, it will take
extra pulls of the recoil starter to move
fuel from the tank to the engine.
1. Make sure spark ptug wire is properly
connected.
2. Place throttle control in "FAST"
position.
3. Move choke control to full "CHOKE"
position. Grasp recoil starter handle
with one hand and grasp tiller handle
with other hand, Pull rope out slowly
until engine reaches start of compres-
sion cycle (rope will pull slightly
harder at this point).
4. Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do
not let starter handle snap back
against starter. Repeat if necessary.
NOTE: If engine fires but does not start,
move choke control to half choke position.
Pull recoil starter handle until engine
starts.
5. When engine starts, slowly move
choke control to "RUN" position as
engine warms up.
NOTE: A warm engine requires less
choking to start.
6. Move throttle control to desired
running position.
7. Allow engine to warm up for a few
minutes before engaging fines.
NOTE: If at a high altitude (3000 feet) or
in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the
carburetor fuel mixture may need to be
adjusted for best engine performance.
See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
NOTE: If engine does not start, see
troubleshooting points.
Spa_ Plug
r_ __ Thro_e
',Jf_÷ _ _ Control
Choke \
Control _ _"
Starter---""_ °_:_
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BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER
Break-inyour belt(s), pulleys and tine
control beforeyou actuallybegin tilling.
•Start engine,tiptines off groundby
pressinghandles down and engage
line controlto startline rotation.Allow
tinesto retate for five minutes.
•Checktine operationand adjustif
necessary. See "TINEOPERATION
CHECK"in the Serviceand Adjust-
mentssectionof this manual.
TILLING HINTS
4gl,CAUTION: Untilyouare accustomedto
handlingyourtiller,start actualfield use
withthrottlein slowposition.
Tohelp tiller moveforward, liftupthe
handlesslightly(thusliftingdepth stake
outof ground).Toslowdown the tiller,
pressdown on handles.
It youare strainingor tilleris shaking,the
wheelsand depthstake are not set
propedyinthe soil beingtilled.The
propersettingof the wheelsand depth
stake is throughtrialand errorand
dependsuponthe soil condition. (The
harderor wetterthe ground,the slower
the engineand line speed needed. Under
these poorconditions,at fast speed the
tillerwill run and jumpover the ground).
A propedyadjustedtillerwill dig withlittle
effortfrom the operator.
•Tillingis digginginto,turningover, and
breakingup packed soilbefore
planting. Loose, unpackedsoil helps
root growth.Best tillingdepth is 4"-6".
A tillerwill alsoclear the soil of un-
wanted vegetation.The decomposition
of thisvegetablematter endchesthe
so=l.Dependingon the climate(rainfall
andwind), it may be advisableto till the
soilat the end of the growingseasonto
further conditionthe soil.
•Soil conditionsare importantfor proper
tilling.Tines will not readilypenetrate
dry, hard soilwhich may contributeto
excessive bounceand difficulthandling
of your tiller.Hard soil shouldbe
moistenedbefore tilling;however,
extremelywet soil will "bell-up"or
clumpduringtilling.Wait untilthe soil is
less wet in orderto achievethe best
results.When tillingin the fall, remove
vinesand longgrassto preventthem
from wrappingaround the line shaft
and slowingyour tillingoperation.
* You will find tilling much easier, if you
leave a row untilled between passes.
Then go back between tilted rows
There are two reasons for doing this.
First, wide turns are much easier to
negotiate than about-faces. Second,
the tiller won't be pulling itself, and
you, toward the row next to it.
•Set depth stake and wheel height for
shallow tillingwben working extremely
hard soil or sod. Then work across the
first cuts at normal depth.
CULTIVATING
Cultivating is destroyingthe weeds
betweenrowsto preventthemfrom
robbingnourishmentand moisturefrom
the plants.At the sametime, breaking up
the upperlayerof soilcrustwillhelp
retainmoistureinthe soil.Best digging
depthis 1"-3".
• You willprobablynot needto use the
depthstake. Beginby tippingthe depth
stakeforward untilit is held by the
stake spdng.
•Cultivateup and downthe rowsat a
speed whichwill allowtinesto uproot
weeds and leave the groundin rough
condition,promotingnofurther growth
of weeds and grass.
lO
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check Engine OII Level
Change Engine Oil
Oil Pivot PoinLs
Inspect Spark Attester /Muffler
Inspect Air Screen
v' v"
Cle_n or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge I/2
Clean Engine Cylinder Fins I1_
Replace Spark Plug I/
1 - Cf_angemote often when operal_ngunder a heavy load ot in high ambienl ternpefatures.
2 • Service moreoften when operating indirty or dusty conditions
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tiller does not cover
items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, the operator
must maintain tiller as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your
tiller.
All adjustments in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual
should be checked at least once each
season.
•Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check tines and belts for wear. A
new spark plug and clean air filter
assure proper air-fuel mixture and help
your engine run better and last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
1. Check engine oil level.
2. Check tine operation.
3. Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See =LUBRICA-
TION CHART").
LUBRICATION CHART
*_ne Contml
*" Engine
"SAE 30 OR 10W-30 Motor Oil
** Refer to Maintenance =ENGINE" section
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Muffler Cynr}der Fins
\BIowsr
\ Houe o
_] ! _t_/,_/Air Screen
MUFFLER
Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do
not tamper with exhaust system. Dam-
aged mufflers or spark arresters could
create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically
and replace if necessary. If your engine is
equipped with a spark arrester screen as-
sembly, remove every 50 hours for clean-
ing and inspection. Replace if damaged.
SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
each tilling season or after every 50
hours of use, whichever comes first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are
shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"
on page 4 of this manual.
TRANSMISSION
Your transmission is sealed and will not
require lubrication unless serviced.
CLEANING
Do not clean your tiller when the engine
and transmission are hot. We do not
recommend using pressurized water
(garden hose, etc.) to clean your unit
unless the gasket area around the
transmission and the engine muffler, air
filter and carburetor are covered to keep
water out. Water in engine will shorten
the useful life of your tiller.
•Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all
foreign matter.
•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automo-
tive type wax,
_kCAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come into contact with plug.
TILLER
TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT
Factory assembly has provided lowest
handle height. Select handle height best
suited for your tilling conditions. Handle
height wil! be different when tiller digs
into soil,
1. If a higher handle height is desired,
loosen the four nuts securing handle
panel to engine brackets.
2. Slide handle panel to desired loca-
tion.
3. Tighten the four nuts securely.
Engine Brackets
Handle
nel .
uts(Also 2
on Left Side
of Tiller
TINE ARRANGEMENT
Yourouter tinescan be assembledin
severaldifferentwaysto suityourtillingor
cultivatingneeds.
_]kCAUTION:]3nesare sharp. Wear
glovesor other protectionwhen handling
tines.
NORMALTILLING - 24" PATH
• Assemble holes "A" in tine hubs to
holes "B" in tine shaft.
_ClevisPin Outer Tins
HairpinClip _lnner Tine
MID-WIDTH TILLING o22" PATH
•Assemble holes "A" in tine hubs to
holes "C" in tine shaft,
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NARROW TILLING/CULTIVATING -
12-3/4" PATH
• Remove outer tines.
Ioo ool
NOTE: When reassembling outer tines,
be sure right tine assembly (marked =R")
and left tine assembly (marked %") are
mounted to correct side of tine shaft.
TINE OPERATION CHECK
AWARNING: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug to prevent starting while
checking tine operation.
For proper tine operation, tine control
lever must be against control body and all
slack removed from inner wire of control
cable when control is in the "OFF" (up)
position,
If lever and cable are loose, loosen cable
clip at lower end of cable. Pull up on
cable to remove slack, without extending
spring on end of cable, and retighten
cable clip.
FINAL CHECK "OFF" POSITION
1. With tine control "OFF" (up), push
down on handle to raise tines off the
ground.
2. Slowly pull recoil starter handle while
observing tines. Tines should not
rotate,
3. If tines rotate, inner wire of control
cable is too tight which is extending
lower spring and engaging tines.
Loosen cable clip and push down on
cable only enough to relieve spring
tension. Tighten cable clip,
4, Recheck in =OFF" position and adjust
if necessary.
FINAL CHECK "ON" POSITION
5. With fine control "ON" (held down to
handle) push down on handle to raise
tines off the ground.
6, Slowly pull recoil starter handle while
observing tines. Tines should rotate
forward.
7. If tines do not rotate, inner wire of
control cable is too loose. Loosen
cable clip and pull cable up to remove
slack and retighten clip.
8. Recheck in =ON" position and adjust if
necessary.
NOTE: If =ON" position check requtred
adjustment, recheck "OFF" position
adjustment to insure tines do not rotate
when control is =OFF" (up).
"nneControl"OFF" Position
"lineControlCable
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TO REMOVE BELT GUARD
1. Remove screws from side of belt
guard.
2. Pull bolt guard out and away from unit.
3. Replace belt guard by reversing
above procedure. Be sure slot in
bottom of belt guard is under head of
tine shield bolt and all nuts are
tightened securely.
Scrsw
Screw
:_._ /"_)'_ Screw
TO REPLACE V-BELT
Replace V-belt if it has stretched consid-
erably or if it has cracks or frayed edges,
1. Belt guard must be removed to service
belt. See "TO REMOVE BELT
GUARD" in this section of manual
BELT REMOVAL
2. Remove V-belt from transmission
pulley first and then from engine
pulley. •
BELT REPLACEMENT
3. Install new V-beif to engine pulley first
then to transmission pulley. Be sure
belt is positioned on inside groove of
both pulleys, inside all belt guides and
rests on idler pulley.
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CHECK TINE OPERATION
4. See "TINE OPERATION CHECK" in
this section of manual.
5. Replace belt guard
Belt Guide
Engine
\
Idler Pulley Transmission
Belt' Pulley
ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacementof
the emissioncontroldevicesand sys-
tems, whichare beingdone at the
customers expense,may be performedby
any non-roadangina repairestablish-
mentor individual.Warrantyrepairsmust
be performed by an authorizedengine
manufacturer's serviceoutlet.
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetorhas been presetat the
factoryand adjustmentshouldnotbe
necessary. However,engineperfor-
mancecan be affectedby differencesin
fuel,temperature, altitudeor load. If the
carburetordoes need adjustment, contact
yournearest authorizedservice center/
department
IMPORTANT: Nevertamperwiththe
enginegovernor, whichis factoryset for
properenginespeed. Overspeedingthe
engineabove the factoryhighspeed
setting can be dangerous. If youthinkthe
engine-governedhigh speed needs
adjusting,contactyour nearestsears or
otherqualifiedservicecenterwhich has
the properequipmentand experienceto
make any necessaryadjustments.
15
Immediately prepare your tiller for storage
at the end of the season or if the unit will
not be used for 30 days or more.
ACAUTION: Never store the tiller with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
TILLER
1. Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in
the Maintenance sectionofthis
manual).
2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in
the Service and Adjustments section
of this manual).
3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-
nance section of this manual.
4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as the carburetor,
luel filter, fuel hose, or tank during
storage, also, experience indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (called gaaohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
iormation of acids during storage. Acidic
_as can damage the fuel system of an
_=nginewhile in storage.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
,Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
•Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add
stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix
ratio found on stabilizer container. Run
engine at feast 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the'carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank
and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean oil. (See "ENGINE" in the
Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER
1. Remove spark plug.
2. Pour I ounce (29 ml) of oil through
spark plug hole into cylinder.
3. Pull starter handle slowly several
times to distribute oil.
4. Replace with new spark plug.
OTHER
• Do not store gasoline from one seasor
to another.
• Replace your _asoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
• If possible, store your unit indoors and
cover it to give protection from dust an
dirt.
• Cover your unit with a suitable protec-
tive cover that does not retain moisturr
Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe which allows condensation to
form and will cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover tiller while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
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PROBLEM
Will not start
Hard to start
Loss of power
CAUSE
1. Out of fuel.
2. Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.
3. Engine flooded,
4. Dirty air cleaner.
5. Wate'r in fuel.
6. Clogged fuel tank.
7. Loose spark plug wire.
8. Bad spark plug or
improper gap.
9. Carburetor out of adjust-
ment.
1. Throttle control not set
properly.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Bad spark plug or
impropergap.
4. Stale or dirtyfuel.
5. Loose spark plug wire.
6. Carburetor out of
adjustment.
1. Engine is overloaded.
2. Dirty air cleaner,
3. Low oil level/dirty oil.
4. Faulty sparkplug,
5. Oil in fuel.
6. Stale or dirty fuel.
7. Water in fuel.
8. Clogged fuel tank.
9. Spark plug wire loose.
10. Dirty engine air screen.
lf. Dirty/clogged muffler.
12. Carburetor out of
adjustment.
13. Poor compression.
17
CORRECTION
1. Fill fuel tank.
2. See "TO START ENGINE"
in the Operation section.
3. Wait several minutes before
attempting to start.
4. Clean or replace air cleaner
cartridge.
5. Drain fuel tank and carbure-
tor, and refill tank with fresh
gasoline.
6. Remove fuel tank and clean.
7. Make sure spark plug wire is
seated properly on plug.
8. Replace spark plug or adjust
gap.
9. Make necessary adjust-
ments.
1. Place throttlecontrolin
"FAST" position,
2. Clean or replaceair cleaner
cartridge.
3. Replace sparkplugor adjust
gap.
4. Drainfuel tank and refill
withfresh gasoline.
5, Make suresparkplugwire is
seated properlyon plug.
6. Make necessaryadjust-
ments.
1. Set depth stake and wheels
for shallower tilling.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner
cartridge.
3. Check oil level/change oil.
4. Clean and regap or change
spark plug.
5. Drain and clean fuel tank
and refill, and clean carbure-
tor.
6. Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.
7. Drain fuel tank and carbure-
tor, and refill tank with fresh
gasoline.
8. Remove fuel tank and clean.
9. Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.
10.Clean engine air screen.
11. Clean/replace muffler.
12. Make necessary adjust-
ments.
13. Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.
PROBLEM
Engine
overheats
CAUSE
Excessive I.
bounce/dlfficult
handling 2.
Soil balls up or t.
clumps
Engineruns but t.
tiller won't move 2.
3.
Engineruns but I.
laborswhen
tilling 2.
3.
1. Low oil level/dirty oil.
2. Dirty engine air screen.
3. Dirty engine.
CORRECTION
4. Partially plugged muffler.
5. Improper carburetor
adjustment.
Ground too dry and hard. 1. Moisten ground or wait
for more favorable soil
conditions.
Wheels and depth stake 2. Adjust wheels and depth
incorrectly adjusted, stake.
Ground too wet. 1. Wait for more favorable
soil conditions.
Tine control is not
engaged.
V-belt not correctly
adjusted.
V-belt is off pulley(s).
Tilling too deep.
Throttlecontrolnot
propedy adjusted.
Carburetorout of
adjustment,
1. Check oil level/change oil.
2. Clean engine air screen.
3. Clean cylinder fins,
airscreen, muffler area.
4. Remove and clean muffler.
5. Adjust carburetor to richer
position.
1. Engage tine control.
2. Inspect/adjust V-belt.
3, Inspect V-belt.
1. Set depth stake for shal-
lower tilling.
2. Check throttle control setting.
3. Make necessary adjust-
ments.
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TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.292480
HANDLES
18
KEY PART KEY PART
NO, NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO.
1 137118 Panel,Control 21 12000027
3 9_6R Grip,Handle 29 12000059
12 98000129 Nut, Flange 35 72010520
13 STD533107 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x3/4 36 73970500
14 110514X Assembly, Panel and Tube 37 165197
18 3066J Cable, Tine Control 38 152094
19 151229 Lever, Control, Tine
20 154805 Pin, Pivot
DESCRIPTION
Ring,Clip
Retainer, Ring
Bolt 5/16-18 x 2-1/2
Locknut, Flange 5/16-18 UNC
Clip,Cable
Assembly, Handle Column
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches. 1 inch =25,4 mm
36
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292480
WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY
7
6
8
7
17 19 20
20 19
17
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 9194R
2 74760520
3STD583107
4STD541031
5 STD551131
6STD541437
7 4921H
8 1952J
9 122233X
10 326J
11 74780628
DESCRIPTION
Pin, Clevis
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/4
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4
Nut, Hex 5/16-16
Washer, Lock 5/16
Locknut, w/washer 3/8-16
Clip, Hairpin
Support, Depth Stake, R,H,
Stake, Depth
Pin, Clevis
Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1-5/4
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
13 1951J Support, Depth Stake, L.H.
15 5388J Spring, Stake
16 121117X Bolt, Shoulder
17 9188R
18 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 Ga
19 9190R Bracket, Wheel
20 STD541437 Locknut, Crown 3/8-16
21 74760516 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1
22 STD541431 Locknut, w/insert 5/16-18
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches, 1 inch = 25.4 mm
38
TILLER--MODEL NUMBER 917.292480
TINE ASSEMBLY
2
KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
1 156926 Tine, Outer, R.H.
23146R Retainer, Spring Zinc
3156924 Tine, Inner, R.H.
4 156923 Tine, Inner, L.H.
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
5 156925 Tine, Outer, L.H.
6 4929H Pin, Clevis
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches. 1 inch =25.4 mm
TRANSMISSION TILLER - -MODEL NUMBER 917.292480
15
11
14
14
11
12
KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-19 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2 14 9173R Spacer, Split
2 STD523732 Bolt, Fir), Hex 3/9-18 x 3-1/4 15 73970500 Nut, Lock Hex Flange
3 STD5510_7 Washer 13/32 x13/16 x11 5/16-19UNC
5 STD541437 Locknut, w/washer 3/8-18 16 19091412 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 12 G_,
69_06R558 Shield,TIne 17 19092016 Washer 9/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
7 165835 Bracket, Engine, R,H, 18 STD551125 Washer, Lock 1/4
8 165834 Bracket, Engine, LH. 19 74610412 Bolt, Hex 1/4-28 x 3/4 Gr, 5
9 STD551131 Washer, Lock 5/16 20 ..... Engtne(SeeBreakdown)
10 STD541031 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 BriggsMode1110402,0206-E1
11 74760544 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 2-3/4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S.
12 176112 Transmission inches• 1 inch = 25,4 mm
4O
DECALS TILLER --MODEL NUMBER 917.292480
lO
KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
2 166214 Decal, Logo
4 166215 Decal, Belt Guard Tine Shield HP
5 137539 Decal, Cntrl Phi lost,
6120431X Decal, Hand Placement
7176783 Decal, Engine Oper.
8 120075X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines
9167156 Decal, Engine B&S Intek
10 171078 Decal, Rewind Intek
11 162215 Decal, TIne Shielrl Warning
12 166217 Decal Control Panel
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TILLER-- MODELNUMBER917.292480
ENGINE,BRIGGS&STRATTON--MODELNUMBER110402,TYPENO.0206-E1
KEY PART KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 693811 Cylinder Assembly 104 691242 OPin-Float Hinge
3 299819 •Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 108 692567 Valve-Choke
5 693643 Head-Cylinder 109 690023 Shaft-Choke
7 695166 •+ Gasket-Cylinder Head 117 694975 Jet-Main (Standard)
11 692600 Tube-Breathar 121 695157 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul
12 692549 • Gasket-Crankcase 122 693749 • _Spacer-Carburetor
13 691137 Screw (Cylinder Head) 125 696065 Carburetor
15 691686 Plug-Oil Drain 127 691739 OPlug-Welch
16 693797 Crankshaft 130 691181 Valve-Throttle
18 694466 Cover-Crankcase 133 398187 Float-Carburetor
20 692550 • Seal-Oil (PTO Side) 134 398188 QKit-Needle/Seat
21 281658 Cap-OilFill 137 693981 Q:_ Gasket-Float Bowl
22 691662 Screw (Engine Surnp) 146 690979 Key-Timing
23 692987 Flywheel 155 695882 Plate-Cylieder Head
24 222698 Key-Flywheel 161 696063 Base-Air Cleaner
25 690021 Piston Assembly (Standard) 163 696024 Gasket-Air Cleaner
694167 Piston Assembly .010" O.S.) 186 692317 Connector-Hose
694168 Piston Assembly (.020" O.S.) 187 693401 Line-Fuel (Molded)
694169 Piston Assembly (.030" O.S.) 188 690877 Screw (Control Bracket)
26 499631 Ring Set-Piston (Standard) 189 694543 Ball-Rocker Arm
692786 Ring Set-Piston (.610" O.S.) 190 692127 Screw (Fuel Tank)
692786 Ring Set-Piston (.020"O.S.) 209 691278 Spring-Governor
692787 Ring Set-Piston (.030" O.S.) 209A 692571 Spring-Governor
27 691866 Lock-Piston Pin 219 693578 Gear-Governor
28 499423 Pin-Piston 220 691724 Washer (=GovernorGear)
29 499424 Rod-Connectin._222 694253 Bracket-control
30 692562 D=pper-Connectmg Rod 227 692573 Control Lever-Governor
32 691664 Screw Connecting Rod) 238 691300 Cap-Valve
32A 695759 Screw Connecting Rod) 271 694256 Lever-Control
33 499642 Valve-Exhaust 276 271716 Q1: SaalingWasher
34 499641 Valve-Intake 281 694252 Panel-Control
35 691304 Spring-Valve (Intake) 300 693593 Muffler
36 691304 Spring-Valve (Exhaust) 304 696066 Housin-g-Blower
40 692194 Retainer-Valve 306 693610 Shield-Cylinder
45 690977 Tappet-Valve 307 690345 Screw (Cylinder Shield)
46 693404 Camshaft •RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100
48 Short Block (Replacement High Speed: 3000.3200
• Engine) Included in Engine Gasket Set, Key. No.
51 692555 Q:I:+ Gasket-Intake 358
55 691421 Housing-Rewind Starter Q Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit, Key.
58 692259 Rope-Starter (Cut to No. 121
Required Length) _ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Key.
60 281434 Gdp-Starter Rope No. 977
65 690837 Screw (Rewind Starter) + included in Valve Gasket Set, Key. No.
95 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) 1096
97 690024 Shaft-Throttle
98 398185 Kit-Idle Speed NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 turn
46
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