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Owner's Manual

CRRFTSMRN

5.0 HP

17 INCH TINE WIDTH

REAR TINE WITH COUNTER

ROTATING TINES

TILLER

Model No.

917.293203

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

•Maintenance

•Espa_ol

•Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and instructions before

operating this equipment.

For answers to your questions

about this product, Call:

1-800-659-5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am- 5 pro,Mort* Sat

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179

Visit our Craftsman website:www,sears.com/craftsman

Warranty ......... :._.................... ................ 2

Safety Rules .......................................... 2

Product Sprcifications ........................... 4

Assembly .............................................. 5

Operation ................... .................... 3 & 8

Manintenance ..................................... 13

Service and Adjustments .................... 15

Storage ........................................ 3 & 19

Troubleshooting .................................. 20

Illustratsd Parts List............................. 42

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 workmanship.

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 crank-

shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscon-

tained 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/department in the united states. This warranty applies onlywhile

this product is in use in the united states.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rightswhich

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 disengage the

controlsquickly.

• Never allow children to operate the

equipment. Never allow adults to

operatethe 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 startingthe engine

(motor).

•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 fillfuel tank indoors.

• Replace gasoline cap securely and

clean up spilled fuel before restarting.

•Use extension cords and receptacles

as specified by the manufacturer for all

units with electric drive motors or

electdc starting motors.

•Never attempt to make any adjust-

ments while the engine (motor) is

running (except where specifically

recommended by manufacturer).

OPERATION

• Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotatingparts.

•Exercise extreme caution when

operating on or crossing gravel drives,

walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden

hazards or traffic. Do not carry passen-

gers.

•After striking a foreign object, stop the

engine (motor), remove the wire from

the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the

tiller for any damage, and repair the

damage before restarting and operat-

ing the tiller.

•Exercise caution to avoid slipping or

failing.

•If the unit should start to vibrate

abnormally, stop the engine (motor)

and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally awarning of

trouble.

•Stop the engine (motor) when leaving

the operating position.

•Take all possible precautions when

leaving the machine unattended.

Disengage the tines, shift into neutral,

and stop the engine.

•Before cleaning, repairing, or inspect-

ing, shut offthe engine and make

certain all moving parts have stopped.

Disconnect the spark plug wire, and

keep the wire away from the plug to

prevent accidental starting. Disconnect

the cord on electric motors.

•Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust

fumes are dangerous.

•Never operate the tiller without proper

guards, plates, or other safety protec-

tive devices in place.

•Keep children and pets away.

•Do not overload the machine capacity

by attempting to tilltoo 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 and accessories

approved by the manutacturer of the

tiller.

•Never operate the tiller without good

visibilityor light.

•Be careful when tilling in hard ground.

The tines may catch in the ground and

propel the tiller forward. If this occurs,

let go of the handlebars and do not

restrainthe machine.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

•Keep machine, attachments, and

accessories in safe working

condition.

•Check shear pins, engine mounting

bolts, and other belts 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 if

the tiller is to be stored for an

extended podod.

ALook for this symbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!!

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.

_WARNING: The engine exhuast

from this product contains chemicals

known to the State of Califomia to

cause cancer, birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICAT!ONS

GASOLINE 3 QTS

3APACITY: UNLEADED

REGULAR

DIL(API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30

CAPACITY: 20 OZ.) (ABOVE 32°F)

SAE 5W-30

SPARK PLUG :

(BELOW 32°F)

CHAMPION

{GAP: .030") RJ19LMORJ19LM

Congratulations on your purchase of a

Sears Tiller. It has been designed,

engineered and manufactured to give you

the best possible dependability and

performance.

Should you experience any problems you

cannot easily remedy, please contact

your nearest authorized Sears Service

Center/Department. We have competent,

well-trained technicians and the proper

toolsto service or repair this unit.

Please road and retain this manual. The

instructionswill enable you to assemble

and maintain your tiller properly.Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

Yournew tiller has been assembled at the

factory with exception ofthose parts left

unessembled 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 insure

proper tightness.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is

available on this product. Contact

your nearest Sears store for details,

CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in

maintaining, caring for and using

yourtiller.

•Follow the instructionsunder the

"Maintenance" 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 arrester

meeting applicable local or state laws

(ifany). If a spark arroster 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 Resourcas Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal laws apply on federal lands.

See your Sears Authorized Service

Center for spark arroster. Refer to the

Repair Parts section of this manual for

part number.

These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are also

available at most Sears Retail outlets and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can

order repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your tiller.

ENGINE

TILLER PERFORMANCE

TILLER MAINTENANCE

1%c hl'i-i -°'

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 ofyour tiller

all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools

as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(1) Utility knife

(1) Wire cutter

(1) ]ire pressure guage

(1) Screwdriver

(1) Pair of pliers

(t) 9/16 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

PosmoN

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

(1) Carriage Bolt

3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5

(1) Center Locknut

3/8-16 UNC

(1) Cable Clip

_, (1) Flat Washer " (_) Pi_B_;ItG rade 5

I13/32 x 1 x11Ga.

(2) Shear Pins & Clips (1) Handle Lock Lever

UNPACKING CARTON

ACAUTION: Be careful of exposed

staples when handling or disposing of

cartoning material.

IMPORTANT:When unpacking and

assembling tiller, be careful not to stretch

or kink cables.

• While holding handle assembly, cut

cable ties securing handle assembly to

top frame. Let handle assembly rest on

tiller.

•Remove top frame of carton.

•Slowly ease handle assembly up and

place on top of carton.

• Cut down right hand front and right

hand rear comers of carton, lay side

carton wall down.

•Remove packing material from handle

assembly.

•Separate shift rod from handle assem-

bly.

Assembly

INSTALL HANDLE

•Insert one handle lock (with teeth

facing outward) in gearcase notch.

(Apply grease on smooth side of

handle lock to aid in keeping lock in

place until handle assembly is lowered

into position.)

VIEWED FROM R.H. SIDE OF TILLER

\ Y

Gearcase Notch

Handle Lock

•Grasp handle assembly. Hold in =up"

position. Be sure handle lock remains

in gearcase notch. Slide handle

assembly into position.

•Rotate handle assembly down. Insert

rear carriage bolt first, with head of bolt

on L.H. side oftiller and loosely

assemble Iocknut.

HandleAssembly

"UP"Position%

Tighten handle lock

leverto hold

Loosen Handle Lock

Lever to Move

Insert pivot bolt in front part of plate and

tighten.

Cut down remaining corners of carton

and lay panels flat.

Lower the handle assembly. Tighten

nut on carriage bolt so handle moves

with some resistance. This will allow

for easier adjustment.

Place flat washer on threaded end of

handle lock lever.

Insert handle lock lever through handle

base and geamase. Screw in handle

lock lever just enough to hold lever in

place.

Insert second handle lock (with teeth

inward) in the slot of the handle base

(just inside of washer).

Raise handle assembly to highest

position and securely tighten handle

lock lever by rotating clockwise.

Leaving handle assembly in highest

position will make it easier to connect

shift rod, Rat Washer

Handle Lock Handle Lock

Gearcase_

Slot_

Rear Cartridge

Bolt

HandleBase Locknut _PivotBolt

INSERT CABLE CLIP

• Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the

back of handle column. Push cables

into clip.

Handle Column

Cables

Cable Clip

CONNECT SHIFT ROD

• Insert end of shift rod farthest from

bend into hole of shift lever indicator.

•Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift

rod to secure with bend of clip on right

side.

Attach this EndTo shift _ShiftRod

Lever Indicator

Shift Rod HairpinClip ShiftLever

Indicator

REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE

•Adjust handle assemby to lowest

position. Be sure hex bolt is tightened

securely.

•Make sure shift lever indicator is in =N"

(neutral) position.

•Tilt tillerforward by liftinghandle.

Separate cardboard cover from leveling

shield.

•Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull

tiller out ofcarton.

CHECKTIREPRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at

the factory for shipping purposes. Correct

and equal tire pressure is important for

best tilling performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI.

HANDLE HEIGHT

• Handle height may be adjusted to

better suit operator. (See "TO ADJUST

HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product, Leam

and understand their meeting.

KNOW YOUR TILLER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

TILLER.

Compare the Illustrations with your tiller to familiarize with the location of various

controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

TILLING FORWARO NEUTRAL REVERSE STOP

OR WARNqhiG ON OFF

Drive ControlBar

Shift Lever

Choke Control

Shift Lever Indicator

LevelingShield

Outer Side Shield Recoil

) Starter

Handle

MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our tillersconform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

DRIVE CONTROL BAR -Used to

engage tines.

DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which

tiller will dig.

LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.

OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to

protect small plants from being buried.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmis-

sion gears.

SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Shows

which gear the transmission is in.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to

start the engine,

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes,

whichcan result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide

visionsafety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

Know how to operate all controls before

adding fuel and oil or attempting to start

engine.

STOPPING

TINES AND DRIVE

• Release ddve control bar to stop

movement.

• Move shift lever to "N" (neutral)

position.

ENGINE

• Move throttle controlto "STOP"

position. If equipped with stop switch,

move switch to "STOP" position.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

Drive Control Bar

ShiftLever

=DISENGAGED"

Position Throttle

TINE OPERATION - WITH WHEEL

DRIVE

•Always release ddve control bar before

moving shift lever into another position.

•Tine movement is achieved by moving

shift lever to (_) till position and

engaging ddve control bar.

FORWARD -WHEELS ONLY/FINES

STOPPED

•Release drive control bar and move

shift lever indicator to "F" (forward)

position. Engage drive control bar and

tiller will move forward.

REVERSE -WHEELS ONLY/FINES

STOPPED

•DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND

TILLER.

• Release the drive control bar.

• Move throttle control to =SLOW"

position.

•Move shift lever indicator to =R"

(reverse) position.

•Hold drive control bar against the

handle to start tiller movement.

HARD TO SHIFT GEARS

•Briefly engage drive control bar and

release or reck tiller forward and

backward until are able to shift gears.

DEPTH STAKE

The depth stake can be raised or lowered

to allow you more versatile tillingand

cultivating, or to more easily transport

your tiller.

ShallowestTilling

(CultivaUng)

Deeptest "Riling

Depth Stake /J

TILLING

"_Transport Position

•Release depth stake pin. Pull the

depth stake up for increased tilling

depth. Place depth stake pin in hole of

depth stake to lock in position.

•Place shift lever indicator in (_)till

position.

•Hold the drive control bar against the

handle to start tilling movement. Tines

and wheels will both turn.

•Move throttle control to "FAST position

for deep tilling. To cultivate, throttle

control can be set at any desired

speed, depending on how fast or slow

you wish to cultivate.

IMPORTANT: Always release drive

control bar before moving shift lever into

another position. Depth Stake Pin

=RELEASED" Position

'Locked"

Position

Shield

TURNING

•Release the drive control barl

•Move throttle control to "SLOW"

position,

•Place shift lever indicator in UF"

(forward) position. Tines will not turn.

•Lift handle to raise tines out of ground.

•Swing the handle in the opposite

direction you wish to turn, being careful

to keep feet and legs away from tines.

•When you have completed your turn-

around, release the drive control bar

and lower handle. Place shift lever in

till position and move throttle control to

desired speed. To begin tilling, hold

drive control bar against the handle.

OUTER SIDE SHIELDS

The back edges of the outer side shields

are slotted so that the shields can be

raised for deep tilling and lowered for

shallow tilling to protect small plants from

being buried. Loosen nut "A" in slot and

nut "B". Move shield to desired position

(both sides). Retighten nuts.

TO TRANSPORT

_CAUTION: Before liftingor transporting,

allow tiller engine and muffler to cool.

Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain

gasoline from fuel tank.

AROUND THE YARD

•Release the depth stake pin. Move the

depth stake down to the top hole for

transportingthe tiller. Place depth

stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock

in position. This prevents tines from

scuffing the ground.

•Place shift lever indicator in UF"

(forward) positionfor transporting.

•Hold the drive control bar against the

handle to start tiller movement. Tines

will nottum.

•Move throttle control to desired speed.

AROUND TOWN

•Disconnect spark plug wire.

•Drain fuel tank.

•Transport in upright position to prevent

oil leakage.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

IMPORTANT: Be very careful notto allow

dirt to enter the engine when checking or

adding oil or fuel. Use clean oiland fuel

and store in approved, clean, covered

Containers. use clean fillfunnels.

CHECK ENGINEOILLEVEL _

•The engine in your unit has been

shipped, from the factory, alreadyfilled

with SAE 30 summer weight oil, •

• With engine level, clean area around oil

filler plug and remove plug.

•Engine oilshould be to pointof

overflowing when engine is level. For

approximate capacity see "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 ofthis

manual. All oil must meet A.P.I.

Service Classification SF, SG or SH.

•For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See oil

viscositychart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

•To change engine o11,see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

OilLevel

Plug

ADD GASOLINE

•Fillfuel tank. Use freshl clean, regular

unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead

oxide deposits and reduce valve life.)

IMPORTANT: When operating intem-

peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean, winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

_WARNING: Expedence indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and

formation of acids dudng storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an

engine while instorage. 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 untilthe 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.

ACAUTION: Fillto within 1/2 inch oftop

of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow

for fuel expansion. If gasoline is acciden-

tally spilled, move machine away from

area ofspill. Avoid creating any source of

ignition until gasoline vapors have

10 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

_]LCAUTION: Keep tine 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 putts of the recoil starter to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

•Make sure spark plug wire is propedy

connected.

•Place throttle control in "FAST"

position.

•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).

•Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do

not let starter handle snap back against

starter. Repeat if necessary.

•If engine fires but does not start, move

choke control to half choke position.

Pull recoil starter handle until engine

starts.

•When engine starts, slowly move

choke control to =RUN" position as

engine warms up.

NOTE: Awarm engine requires less

choking to start.

•Move throttle control to desired running

position.

•Allow engine to warm up for a few

minutes before engaging tines.

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. ;parkPlug

Choke

Control

TILLING HINTS

_I,CAUTION: Until you are accustomed to

handling your tiller, start actual field use

with throttle in slow position.

•Tillingis digging into, turningover, and

breaking up packed soilbefore planting.

Loose, unpacked soil helps root growth.

Best tillingdepth is 4' to 6'. A tillerwill

also clear the soil of unwanted vegeta-

tion. The decomposition of thisveg-

etable matter enriches the soil. De-

pending on the climate (rainfall and

wind), it may be advisable to tillthe soil

at the end of the growing season to fur-

ther condition the soil.

•You will find tilling much easier if you

leave a row untilled between passes.

Then go back between tilled rows.

There are two reasons for doing this.

First, wide turns are much easier to ne-

gotiate than about-feces. Second, the

tiller won't be putting itself, and you, to-

ward the row next to it.

° Soil conditionsare important for proper

tilling. Tines will not readily penetrate

dry, hard soil which may contribute to

excessive bounce and difficulthandling

of your tiller. Hard soil should be mois-

tened before tilling;however, extremely

wet soil will "ball-up" or clumpduring till-

ing. Wait until the soil is less wet in or-

der to achieve the best results. When

tillingin the fall, remove vines and long

grass to prevent them from wrapping

around the fine shaft and slowing your

tillingoperation.

•Do not lean on handle. This takes

weight offthe wheels and reduces trac-

tion. To get through a really tough sec-

tion of sod or hard ground, apply up-

ward pressure on handle or lower the

depth stake.

Recoil

Starter Handle 11

CULTIVATING

Cultivating is destroying the weeds

between rows to prevent them from

robbing nourishment and moisture from

the plants. At the same time, breaking up

the upper layer of soil crust will help retain

moisture inthe soil. Best digging depth is

1" to 3" (2.5-7.5 cm). Lower the outer

side shields to protect small plants from

being buried.

•Cultivate up and down the rows at a

speed which will allow tines to uproot

weeds and leave the ground in rough

condition, promoting no further growth

of weeds and grass

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TINE SHEAR PINS

The tine assemblies on your tiller are

secured to the tine shaft with shear pins

(See =TINE REPLACEMENT" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

t!the titter is unusually overloaded or

jammed, the shear pins are designed to

break before internal damage occurs to

the transmission.

•If shear pin(s) break, replace only with

those shown in the Repair Parts

section of this manual.

ADJUST WHEELS FOR

CULTIVATING

•Place blocks under right hand side of

tiller and remove hairpin clip and clevis

pin from right hand wheel.

• Move wheel outward approximately 1

inch (2.5 cm) until hole in inner wheel

hub lines up with inner hole in axle.

•Replace clevis pin and hairpin clip on

inside of wheel and remove blocks.

•Repeat preceding steps on left hand

side.

NOTE: In extremely rough conditions and

while cultivating, the wheels should be

moved outward on the axle for increased

stability,

OUTER VIEW OF TIRE

Clevis Pin \

INNER VIEW OF TIRE

MAINTENANCE __ _//J_/

SCHEDULE

F,LL,NO,TOS ,/d/

Check Engine Oil Level I_ I_

Change Engine Oil 1_1,2

_l PivotPokers II/'

Inspect Spark An'ester /Muffler

Inspect Air Screen I_

Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge 1_2

Clean Engine Cylinder Fins ll_

Replace Spark Plug I_

RH Gear Case Grease Fitting (1oz.)

1 - Change more oRen when operlaing under a heavy load or k_high ambient temperatut'e6,

2. Service moce often when opera_'lg In dirly or dusiy 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

• Check engine oil level.

•Check line operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See =LUBRICA-

TION CHART")

LUBRICATION CHART

* ThrottleControl

***RH Gear Case

* Depth Stake Pin

* Idler Bracket

* Wheel Hub

Shield

Hinges

* SAE 30 OR 5W-30 Motor Oil

** Refer to Maintenance =ENGINE. Section

*** EP #1 Grease

ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire

before pedorming any maintenance

(except carburetor adjustment) to prevent

accidental starting of engine.

Prevent firesf Keep the engine free of

grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove

fuel fromtank before tipping unitfor

maintenance. Clean muffler area of all

grass, dirt, and debris.

Do nottouch hot muffler or cylinder fins

as contact may cause bums.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated

withAP/service classification SF, SG or

SH. Select the oil'sSAE viscositygrade

according to your expected temperature.

SAE _IScosrrY GRADES

o" io"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosityoils (5W-

30, 10W-30, etc.) improve starting in cold

weather, these multi-viscosityoils will

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 32°F (0°C). Checkyour

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low

on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the

tiller is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before

starting the engine and after each five (5)

hours of continuous use. Add SAE 30

motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oilfiller

plug securely each time you check the oil

level.

' TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

•Be sure tiller is on level surface.

•Oil will drain more freely when warm.

•Use a funnel to prevent oil spillon tiller,

and catch oil in a suitable container.

•Remove drain plug.

•Tip tiller forward to drain oil.

•After oll has drained completely,

replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

•"Remove oilfiller plug. Be careful not to

allow dirt to enter the engine.

•Refill engine with oil. See "CHECK

ENGINE OIL LEVEL" inthe Operation

section of this manual.

OII Drain Plug,,

Level

Oil Filler Plug

AIR CLEANER

Service air cleaner cartridge every

twenty-five hours, more often if engine is

used in very dusty conditions.

•Loosen air cleaner screws, one on

each side of cover.

•Remove air cleaner cover.

•Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge.

Be careful. Do not allow dirt or debris to

fall into carburetor.

•Clean by tapping gently on a flat

surface.

•If very dirty or damaged, replace

cartridge.

•Clean and replace cover. Tighten

screws securely.

_CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as

kerosene, are not to be used to clean

cartridge. They may cause deterioration

of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do

not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge. Dover

Air Cleaner

Screw

Air Cleaner

Cartridge

COOLING SYSTEM

Your engine is aircooled. For proper

engine pedormanca and tong life keep

your engine clean.

• Clean air screen frequently using a

stiff-bristled brush.

•Remove blower housing and clean as

necessary.

•Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.

Muffler. rRns

MUFFLER

Do not operate tillerwithout muffler. Do

not tamper with exhaust system. Dam-

aged mufflersor spark arresters could

create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically

and replace if necessary. If your engine is

equipped with a spark arrsster screen

assembly, remove every 50 hours for

cleaning and inspection. Replace if

damaged.

SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each tillingseason or after every 50 hours

of use, whichever comes first. Spark plug

type and gap setting are shown in

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS".

TRANSMISSION

Once a season, lubricate the right hand

gear case grease fittingwith 1 oz. of EP

#1 grease.

CLEANING

• 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.

We do not recommend usinga garden

hose to clean your unit unless the muffler,

air filter and carburetor are covered to

keep water out. Water in engine can

result in a shortened engine life.

ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire

from spark plug and place wire where it

cannot come into contact with plug.

TILLER

TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT

Select handle height best suited for your

tillingconditions. Handle height will be

different when tiller digs into soil,

•First loosen handle hex bolt.

• Handle can be positioned at different

settings between =HIGH" and =LOW"

positions.

•Retighten hex bolt securely after

adjusting.

HandLe(High) Position

Handle LockLever

Handle (Low) Position

TIRE CARE

ACAUTION: When mountingtires,

unless beads are seated, overinflation

can cause an explosion.

•Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. If

tire pressures are notequal, tiller will

pull to one side.

•Keep tires free of gasoline or oilwhich

can damage rubber.

TO REMOVE WHEEL

•Place blocks under transmission to

keep tiller from tipping.

•Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from

wheel.

•Remove wheel and tire.

• Repair tire and reassemble.

Clevis Pin

HairpinClip

TO REMOVE BELT GUARD

NOTE: For ease of removal, remove

hairpin clip and clevis pin from left wheel.

Pull wheel out from tiller about 1 inch.

• Remove two (2) screws from side of

belt guard.

•Remove hex nut and washer from

bottom of belt guard (located behind

wheel).

•Pull belt guard out and away from unit.

• Replace belt guard by reversing above

procedure.

BeltGuard Screw

_< _ ._ (Located

_ 9° _hind

Hahpin Clip and Clevis Pin

TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE

BELT

• Remove belt guard as described in "TO

REMOVE BELT GUARD".

• Remove old belt by slipping off engine

pulley first then remove from transmis-

sion pulley.

•Place new belt in groove oftransmis-

sion pulley and into engine pulley.

BELT MUST BE IN GROOVE ON TOP

OF IDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION

OF BELT TO GUIDES.

•Check belt adjustment as described

below.

•Replace belt guard.

•Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin

and hairpin clip.

GROUND DRIVE BELT

ADJUSTMENT

For proper belt tension, the extension

spring should have about 5/8 inch stretch

when drive controlbar is in"ENGAGED"

position. This tension can be attained as

follows:

•Loosen cable clip screw securing the

drive control cable.

•Slide cable forward for less tension and

rearward for more tension until about

5/8 inch stretch is obtained while the

drive control bar is engaged.

•Tighten cable clip screw securely.

Cable ClipScrew

DriveControlCable

Be_tGuide

Extension

Transmission Pulley

TINE REPLACEMENT

ACAUTION: "nnes are sharp. Wear

gloves or other protection when handling

tines.

A badly worn tine causes your tiller to

work harder and dig more shallow. Most

important, worn tines cannot chop and

shred organic matter as effectively nor

bury it as deeply as good tines. Atine

New "nne Wom'11ne

this wom needs to be replaced.

•To maintain the superb tillingperfor-

mance of this machine the tines should

be checked for sharpness, wear, and

bending, particularly the tines which are

next to the transmission. If the gap be-

tween the tines exceeds 3-1/2 inches

they should be replaced or straightened

as necessary.

•New tines should be assembled.

Sharpened tine edges will rotate rear-

ward from above.

Transmission

_o_n.tt_oner'_ne

Sharp Edge

Shear Pin

"Fine

Tine I I

I I

Clip

Shear Pin SharpEgde

ENGINE

Maintenance,repair,or replacementof

theemissioncontroldevicesand sys-

tems,whichare being done at the

customers expense, may be performed

by any non-roed engine repair establish-

ment or individual. Warranty repairs must

be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THRO'I'rLE CONTROL

CABLE

•Loosen cable clamp screw to allow

cable to move.

•Move throttle control lever on upper

handle to =FAST" position.

•Pull throttle cable out until engine

bellcrank is back as far as it will go.

•Hold cable in this position and tighten

clamp screw securely.

Throttle Cable ) Screw

FINAL SE'R'ING

•Start engine and allow to warm for five

minutes.

•With throttle controllever in=SLOW"

position.

IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT

•Rotate throttle linkage counterclock-

wise and hold against stop while

adjusting idle speed adjusting screw to

obtain 1750 RPM. Release throttle

linkage.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust or damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed, overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed

setting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs

adjusting, contact your nearest sears

service centerdepartment, which has

proper equipment and experience to

make any necessary adjustments.

Throttle Stop

Bell Crank

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has a high speed jet and

has been preset at the factory end

adjustment should not be necessary.

However, minor adjustments may be

required to compensate for differences in

fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment,

proceed as follows.

Idle Speed AdjustingScrew

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.

_CAUTION: 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

stodng in any enclosure.

TILLER

•Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in

the Maintenance section of this

manual).

•Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

•Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; sand lightlybefore painting.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It isimportant to prevent

gum deposits from forming in essential

fuel system parts such as the carburetor,

fuel filter,fuel hose, or tank dudng

storage, also, experience indicates that

alcohol blended tuets (called gasohol or

usingethanol 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.

•Drain the fuel tank,

•Start the engine and let it run untilthe

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 least 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(S)

•Remove spark plug.

•Pour I ounce (29 ml) of oilthrough

spark plug hole into cylinder,

•Pull starter handle slowly several times

to distdbute oil,

•Replace with new spark plug,

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt inyour

gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible, store your unit indoors and

cover it to give protection from dust and

dirt.

•Cover your unit with a suitable protec-

tive cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to

form and will cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tillerwhile

engine and exhaust areas are stillwarm.

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. Water in fuel.

6. Clogged fuel tank.

7. Loose spark plug wire.

8. Bad spark plug or

improper gap.

9. Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

10.Oil soaked air filter.

1. Throttle control not set

propedy.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

cartridge.

3. Bad spark plug or

improper gap.

4. Stale or dirty fuel.

fresh gasoline.

5. Loose spark plug wire.

seated propedy on plug.

6. Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

1. Engine is ovedoaded.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

3. Low oil level/dirty oil.

4. Faulty spark plug.

5. Oil in fuel.

6. Stale or dirty fuel.

fresh gasoline.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Clogged fuel tank,

9. Spark plug wire loose.

plug wire.

10. Dirty engine air screen.

11. Dirty/clogged muffler.

12. Carburetor out of adjuts-

mant.

13. Poor compression.

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 aircleaner

cartridge.

5. Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

and refilltank with fresh

gasoline.

6. Remove fuel tank and dean.

7. Make sure spark plug wire is

seated propedy on plug.

8. Replace spark plug or adjust

gap.

9. Make necessary adjustments.

10. Replace air filter.

1. Place throttle controlin "FAST"

position.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner

3. Replace spark plug or adjust

gap.

4. Drain fuel tank and refill with

5, Make sure spark plug wire is

6, Make necessary adjustments.

1. Set depth stake and wheels

for shallower tilling.

2. Clean or replace aircleaner

cartddge.

3. Check oil leveVchange oil.

4. Clean and regap or change

spark plug.

5. Drain and clean fuel tank and

refill, and clean carburetor.

6. Drain fueltank and refillwith

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

and refill tank with fresh

gasoline.

8. Remove fuel tank and clean.

9. Connect and tighten spark

10. Clean engine air screen.

11. Clean/replace muffler.

12. Make necessary adjustments.

13. Contact an authorized Sears

Service CentedDepartment.

PROBLEM

Engine

overheats

Excessive

bounce/difficult

handling

Soil bails upor

clumps

Engineruns but

tiller won't

move

Engineruns but

labors when

tilling

Tlnes Skip

overground

Hardto Shift

into gear

Tiller shuts off

when drive

control bar

engaged

CAUSE

1. Low oil level/dirty oil.

2. Dirty engine air screen.

3. Dirty engine.

muffler area.

4. Partially plugged muffler.

5. Improper carburetor

adjustment.

1. Ground too dry and hard.

more favorable

1. Ground too wet.

1. Tine control is not engage€

2. V-belt not correctly

adjusted.

3. V-belt is off pulley(s),

1. "fillingtoo deep.

tilling,

2. Throttle control not

properlyadjusted.

3. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

1. Shear pin (s) broken.

1. Gears not timmed.

1. Shift lever set in between

counter rotating till position

and forward rotating till

position.

2. Tines jammed.

CORRECTION

1. Check oil level/change oil.

2. Clean engine air screen.

3. Clean cylinder fins, air screen,

4. Remove and clean muffler.

5. Adjust carburetor to richer

position.

1. Moisten ground or wait for

soil conditions.

1. Wait for more favorable

soil conditions.

•1. Engage tine control.

2. InspectJadjustV-belt.

3. Inspect V-belt.

1. Set depth stake for shallower

2. Checkthrottle control setting.

3. Make necessary adjustments.

1. Replace shear pin(s).

Briefly engage drive control

bar and release or rocktiller

forward and backward until

are able to shift gears.

Shift to either counter rotating

till position or forward rotating

till position,

2, Clear tines.

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293203

HANDLES

31 \\

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

1 127012X ContmlThrottle 19 19131611

2 141406 Grip, Handle 20 109228X

3 110673X Grommet, Handle 21 150258

4 127254X Bar, Drive ControlAssembly 22 165197

5 6712J Cap, Vinyl 23 86777

6 137119X031 Panel, Control

7 110641X Bushing,Split 24 9484R

8 71191008 *Screw, Phd.#10-24UNC 25 73970500

GD 2 Phosp 26 110675X

9 72010520 *BaltS/16-18x2.50 27 STD541025

10 110646X Handle, Grip 28 STD551125

11 STD624003 *Clip, Hairpin 29 STD541462

12 81328 BaH, Shoulder 31 150696

13 110741X Handle, Shift

14 109313X Grommet, Rubber

15 110702X Rod, Shift

16 STD533710 °Bolt, Cardage 318-16 x I Gr. 5

17 109229X Lock, Handle

18 STD541437 *Nut, Centedock 3/8-16

DESCRIPTION

Washer 13/32 x'l x 11 Ga.

Lever, Lock, Handle

Handle,Assemble

Clip, Nyl BIk Cable

Screw, Hox, Washer Hd, Slotted

#10-24 x 1/2

Clip

Locknut,Hex, Flange

Clutch,Cable

"Nut, Hox 1/4-20

"Washer, Lock 1/4

*Nut, Keps #10-24

Bolt,Pivot

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inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293203

MAINFRAME,LEFTSIDE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

ISrD541431 *Nut, Kepa, Flange 5/16-18

2S'[D551137 "Washer, Lock 3/8 KEY PART

3 STD541037 "Nut, Hex 3/8-16 NO. NO.

4 170127 Sh_d, Inner BertGuard Rt

5 154734 Screw ShiftLever 25 STD624003

6 110111X Lever, Shltt 26 165501X558

7 STD532505 "Bolt, CaR 1/4-20xl/2Gr. 5 27 132801

8 8700J Plate, Shlftlndlcetor 28 104679X

9 86777 Screw, Hex, Washer Head, 29 12000032

Slotted#10-24 x 1/2 30 159229

10 9484R Clip 31 102384X

11 STD551125 "Washer, Lock1/4 32 102141X

12 STD541025 *Nut, Hex 1/4-20 33 STD523710

13 23230506 *Screw, Set, 5/16-18x3/8 34 102383X

14 110652X Spacer,Splft 35 74760524

0.327 x 0.42 x 2.09 36 I02331X

15 STD551031 *Washer 11/32x11/16x16Ga. 37 130812

16 145102 Sheave, Tmnsmisslon 38 74760544

19 12000028 Ring,Retaining 39 140062

21 156117 Spacer, Spilt 40 170488

0.327 x 0.42 x 1.220 43 69180

22 74770508 Bolt, FinHex5/16-24UNFxli2 44 73800500

23 102190X Tim

150750 Rim

795R Tire Valve

24 126875)( Rivet,Ddned

DESCRIPTION

*Clip, Hairpin

Guard, Belt

Belt, V

Pulley,Idler

Ring,Klip

Bracket, Idler

Bolt,Hex 5/16-16 x 12

Shaft, IdlerArm

*Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1

CountenNeight,LH.

Boft, Hax 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

Bracket, Reinforcement, LH.

Sheave, Engine

Bolt,Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 2-3/4

cap

Screw Hex Wsh #10-24 x .50

Nut Lock #10-24

Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18

* 8TANDAI_D HARDWARE -- PURCHASE

LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimenslonsgiven In U.S.

inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293203

MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

5 102332X

6 74760524

7 102173)(

8 STD551137

9 STD541037

11 STD624003

12 126875X

13 102190X

150750

795R

DESCRIPTION

Bracket,Relnforcrnent

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1r2

Counter Weight, R.R.

"Washer, Lock 3/8

*Nut, Hex 3/8-16

*Clip, Hairpin

Rivet, Ddlled

Tire

Rim

Tire Valve

KEY PART

NO. NO.

14 STD541431

15 .....

DESCRIPTION

*Nut, Keps 5/16-18

Engine, (See Breakdown)

Btigg_ & Stratton Model No.

137202,Type No. 1125-E1

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NOTE: All componentdimens)onsgiven in

U.S.inches. I inch= 25.4 mm

TRANSMISSION

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917,293203

12_ lS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 170337

2 165729

3 161963

4 5020,1

5 1370H

6 137335

7 145101

8 4895H

9 154467

10 7392M

11 100371K

12 106160X

13 142145

14 8353J

15 12000039

16 154466

18 4350J

19 12000040

20 102114X

21 102115X

22 6803J

23 102111X

24 S'rD551143

25 STD541143

27 143009

28 106390X

29 102134X

30 150737

31 143008

51 S4

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

TransmissionAseambty (Includes 32 106388X

KeyNos. 2-54) 33 102121X

Gearcase, LH. w/Bearing 34 102112X

(Includes Key No. 4) 35 102101X

Gasket, Gearcase 36 154355

Bearing,Needle

Washer Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32 37 4422J

Pinion,Input 38 154356

Shaft, Input 39 105345X

Beadng, Needle 40 105346X

Washer, Seal 41 8358J

Bell,Steel 42 4220R

Spdng, Shitt, Fork 43 106146X

O-Ring 44 155236

Arm, Shift 48 170338

Fork, Shift

Ring,Klip 49 132688

Shaft, Shift 50 106147X

Washer 51 17720408

Ring,Klip 52 STD541031

Gear, Assembly, Reverse Idler 53 165140

(Includes Key Nos. 21 and 22) 54 17720412

Gear, Reverse Idler 60 6855M

Shaft, Reverse Idler - - 6066J

Shaft, Reverse Idler

*Washer, Lock 7/16

"Nut, Hex 7/16-20

Beadng, Shaft, Ground Ddvo

Spacer 0,765 x 1.125 x 1.23

Chain #35-50 Pitch

Ground Shaft Assembly

Beadng, Shaft, Ground Drive

DESCRIPTION

Spacer 0.70 x 1.00 x 1.150

Sprocket and Gear Assembly

Shaft, Reduction (2nd)

Screw, Look 5/16-18 x 3-1/2

Sprocket Assemblyw/Beadng

(Includes Key Nos. 37 and 38)

Beadng, Needle

Sprocket, Tine

Gear, Cluster, Red 1st & 2nd

Gear, Reverse

Shaft, Reduction (1st)

Washer, Thrust

Spacer 1.01 x 1.75x0.760

Seal Asm OII

Gearcaea, R.H. w/Beadng

(Includes Key No. 8)

Shaft, Tine

Chain, Roller #50-50 Pitch

Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

*Nut, Hex 5/16-18

Beating Kit,"lineShaft

Screw Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 3/4

Fitting Grease

Grease, Plastilube#1

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U.S.Inchas. 1 inch= 25.4 mm

TINE SHIELD

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293203

24 29 1

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 73900500

2 161415X558

3 8393,1

4 12000036

5 STD533107

6 8394J

7 8392J

8 109230X

9 102326X558

10 72140508

11 STD541031

12 STD551131

13 STD533112

14 124343X

15 161414X558

17 162175

18 STD532512

19 102701X

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Nut, Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18 20 STD541037

Shield, Side, Outer L H. 21 102156X

Pin, Stake, Depth 22 74930632

Ring, Klip 23 4440J

*Bolt, Carr 5/16-18 x 3/4 Gr 5 24 STD532505

Spring 25 6712J

Bracket, Latch 26 109227X

Spdng, Depth Stake 27 102695X558

Shield,Tine 28 120588X

Bolt Rdhd 5/16-18 UNC x I 29 104085X558

*Nut, Hex 5/16-18 32 STD541425

*Washer, Lock 5/16 33 STD551125

Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

Bracket, Shield "line

Shield, Side, Outer R.H.

Nut, Wing Forged 5/16-18

*Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/4

Grip

DESCRIPTION

"Nut, Hex 3/8-16

Stake, Depth

Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2

Hinge

*Bolt,Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2

cap,vin

Pad, Idler

Shield,Leveling

Pin, Hinge

Shield Asm PntSide

*Nut, Keps He:( 1/4-20

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

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inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm

TILLER - ' MODEL NUMBER 917.293203

TINE ASSEMBLY

11 2

6 7

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 4459J

2 132673

3 6554J

4STD624008

5 132727

6 7361O600

7 ST0551137

8 74610616

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

Tine, Outer, L.H. 9 4460J

Pin,Shear 10 132728

Tine, Inner,L.PI. 11 6555J

Retainer, Spdng

Assembly,Hub end Prate+L.H.

Nut, Hex 3/8-24

"Washer, Lock 3/6

Bolt,Hex 3/8-24 x 1

DESCRIPTION

Tine, Outer, R.H.

Assembly, Hub end Plate, R.H.

Tine, inner, R.H.

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DECALS

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293203

/11

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 163119

2 166132

3 166133

4 137538

5 120431X

6 102180X

7 110719X

8 165268

9 120075X

10 1'57984

11 165278

12 162215

13 163094

- - 172052

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Logo

Decal, Description

Decal, Caution, DriveControl

Decal, Hand Placement

Decal, ShiftIndicator

Decal, Operationand Lubrication

Decal, Craftsman

Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines

Decal, Counter Rot. Tine

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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293203

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KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 497144 CylinderAssembly 35 260552 Spring,IntakeValve

2 399268 Bushing,Cylinder 36 26478 Spring,ExhaustValve

3 299819 * Seal, Oil 37 222443 Guard,Flywheel

5 40 93312 Retainer,IntakeValveand214040 Head, Cylinder

7 272157 e* Gasket' CylinderHead ExhaustSIpdng

8 495774 BreatherAssembly 45 260642 Tappet,Valve

9 27549 _* Gasket, ValveCover 46 214726 Gear,Cam

10 94621 Screw,BreatherMounting 51 273113 e.* Gasket,CarburetorMounting

11 66578 Grommet,BreatherTube 55 497442 Housing,RewindStarter

12 270080 * Gasket, Crankcase, 56 498144 Pulley,Rewind Starter

Standard .015" 58 66894 Rope, RewindStarter

270125 * Gasket, Crankcase .005" (Cutto RequiredLength)

Thick 60 691915 Handle, RewindStarter

270126 * Gasket, Crankcase .009" 65 94904 Screw,HousingMounting

Thick 65A 94669 Screw, Hex

13 94221 Screw,CylinderHead 2-3/ 73 225176 Screen, Rotating

32" 81 222263 Lock,Screw

14 94679 Screw, CylinderHead 2-15/ 90 498298 CarburetorAssembly

32" 95 93499 Screw,ThrottleValve toShaft

15 94916 Plug, Pipe, Hex Socket 96 223793 Throttle,Carburetor

16 492088 Crankshaft 97 497600 ShaftandLever, Throttle

94388 Gear Key,Crankshaft 108 497230 Valve andShaftGroup,

18 494044 Cover Assembly,Crankcase Choke

19 495660 Bushing,CrankcaseCover 111 262715 Spdng,Choke

20 294606 * Seal, Oil 121 495606 CarbumtorOverhaulKIt

21 281658 Plug,Oil Filler 124 94913 Screw, Hex Head

21A 399195 Cap, OilFIII 127 220352 Plug,Welch

22 94980 Screw, Cover Mounting 127A 0223789 Plug,Welch

94917 Stud, Hex Drive 147 231955 Jet, Pilot

(Use in positions4 & 5 of 152 260575 Spring,ThrottleAdjustment

crankcasecover) 154 93527 Screw, Machine,Round

23 393673 Flywheel,Magneto Head

24 222698 Key,Flywheel 162 490589 Screw and Collar

25 298904 PistonAssembly,Standard t63 271935 e* Gasket,Air Cleaner

Size Mounting

298905 PistonAssembly .010" 180 495405 TankAasemb|y,Fuel

Oversize 181 494559 Cap, FuelTank

298906 PistonAssembly .020" 190 94924 Screw,FuelTank

Oversize 190A 94919 Screw,FustTankMount'_g

298907 PistonAssembly .030' 19t 272489 .* Gasket, FuelTank to

Oversize Carburetor

26 298982 RingSet, Piston,Standard 200 223886 Guide,Air

Size 202 262280 Link,Mech. Govemor

299742 RingSet, Piston,Standard,

Chrome "Included in GasketSet (495603)

298983 RingSet, Piston .010" * IncludedinCarburetorOverhauIKit

Oversize (495606)

298984 RingSet, Piston .020" oIncludedinValve OverhaulGasketSet

Oversize (498529)

298985 RingSet, Piston .030"

Oversize NOTE: All component dimensionsgivenin

27 26026 Lock,Piston Pin U.S. inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

28 298909 PinAssembly, Piston,

Standard

298908 PinAssembly,Piston .005"

Over

29 299430 Rod Assembly, Connecting

390459 Rod Assembly, Connecting

.020"UndersizeCranlq)ln

Bore

30 225183 Dipper,Connecting Rod

32 94745 Screw,ConnectingRod

33 211t 19 Valve, Exhaust

34 261044 Valve, Intake

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293203

ENGINE,BRIGGS& STRATTON- - MODELNUMBER137202,TYPENO.1125-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRiPTiON

203 280720 BellCrank 552 231079 Bushing,GovernorCrank

205 231520 Screw,Shoulder 562 94907 Bolt,GovernorLever

208 262279 Red, Speed Control 592 231978 Nut, Hex

209 262284 Spdng,Governor 608 692696 StarterAssembly,Rewind

211 263031 Spring,GovernorIdle 611 231068 Pipe, Fuel

212 262270 Link,Throttle 612 391513 Fuel Pipe and ClipAssembly

216 262359 Link,Choke 613 93935 Screw,Hax Head, Shoulder

219 494845 Gear,Governor 614 93306 Pin,Cotter

220 221551 Washer,Thrust 616 495243 Crank,Governor

222 490649 Panel,Control 621 396847 Switch,Stop

227 490374 LeverAssembly,Govemor 623 94943 Screw,Shoulder

230 94927 Washer,GovernorLever 634 271853 Washer,ThrottleShaft,Foam

256 223813 Crank,Bell 635 66538 Elbow,SparkPlug

257 93593 Screw,SlottedHex 676 393757 Deflector, Exhaust,Side

300 493936 Muffler,Exhaust Outlet

304 495759 Housing,Blower 679 270382 Washer,Foam

305 690960 Screw,Blower Housing 680 221839 Washer,Brass

Mounting 689 263073 Spring,Fdction

306 224820 Sbleld,Cylinder 741 262992 Gear,T_min9

307 94680 Screw, CylinderShield 780 225029 Anchor,Spnng

308 224738 Cover,CylinderHead 851 493880 CableTerminal,Ignition

332 94877 Nut, Flywheel 869 211787 Seat, IntakeValve,Standard

333 397358 ArmatureGroup 870 211172 Seat, ExhaustValve,

334 93414 Screw,ArmatureMounting Standard

337 802592 Plug,Spark 871 262001 Guide,ExhaustValve

346 94896 Screw,Seres 63709 Guide,IntakeValve

356 497833 Wire,Ground 883 272309 * Gasket, Exhaust

358 495603 GasketSat 916 280321 Rack,GearControl

363 19069 FlywheelPutter 966 492797 Base,Air Cleaner

373 94908 Nut, Hex 967 491588 Filter,Air Cleaner

383 89838 Wrench, SparkPlug 968 495872 Cover,AirCleaner

392 262328 Spdng, Fuel Pump 969 490073 Screw,Air Cleaner

D=aphragm 971 94902 Screw,Hex Head

393 225058 Screen, Carburetor 987 398970 Seal, ThrottleShaft

394 272538 •Diaphragm 994 399541 Spark Arraster

414 220982 Washer 995 497195 Contro_Thmttte

432 221377 Cap,Spdng 1012 490507 Retainer,Unk

433 93265 Pin, DiaphragmCover 1036 499345 Label, Kit, Emissions

434 213963 Cover,Diaphragm 1095 498529 GasketSet, Valve Overhaul

435 93141 Screw,DiaphragmCover 2500 137202-1114 ReplacementEngine

455 225121 Cap, Starter -- 491145 ReplacementShortbteck

456 281503 Retainer

459 281505 Pawl,Starter RPM Settings: LowSpeed: 1750-1950

467 280715 Knob,Control HighSpeed:3400-3600

524 271485 Seal, O-Ring

526 94914 Screw,Seres,Tank Bracket Included in GasketSet (495603)

Mount. Includedin CarburetorOverhaulKit

527 223786 Ciamp,BreatherTube }49u5u5u_d)

528 231550 Tube,Breather einValve OverhaulGasketSet

529 67838 Grommet,BmatherTube (498529)

535 491435 Filter,Air

536 494279 Cleaner,Air NOTE: All componentdimensionsgivenin

542 94897 Screw U.S. inches 1 inch= 25.4 mm

For in-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hoursa day, 7days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME s" (1-800-469-4663)

Para pedir servic|o de reparaci6n a domicilio

1-800-676-5811

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi_ces

1-800-665-4455

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week

PartsDirectsM

1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio

1-800-659-7084

For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center

in your area:

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1.800-488-1222

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance

Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am -5 pro, Monday -Saturday

1-800-827-6655

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