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Owner's Manual
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6.5 HP
19 INCH TINE WIDTH
REAR TINE WITH
DUAL ROTATING TINE...
TILLER
Model No.
917.293321
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
•Maintenance
• Espa_ol
•Repair Parts
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 ...............................................8
Maintenance ........................................14
Service and Adjustr".gnts.....................16
Storage ................................................20
Troubleshooting ..................................21
Illustrated Parts List .............................44
Parts Ordering ......................Back Cover
LIMITEDTWO YEAR WARRANTYON CRAFTSMANTILLER
For two (2) years 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 CraftsmanTiller 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 returningthe Craftsman power mower to the nearest
Sears service center/departmentin 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 rightswhich
vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., D/817WA,HOFFMANESTATES,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).
• 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.
• Use extension cords and receptacles
as specified by the manufacturer for all
units with electric drive motors or
electric starting motors.
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• Never attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine (motor) is running
(except where specifically recommend-
ed by manufacturer).
OPERATION
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts.
• 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
falling.
•If the unit should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor)
and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning 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 off the 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 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 and 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 ground 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, and
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 if the
tiller is to be stored for an extended
period.
_,Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTIONN! BECOMEAWARE!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_CAUTION: 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 California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
GASOLINE 3 QUARTS
CAPACITY: UNLEADED
REGULAR
OIL (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30
CAPACITY: 19 OZ.) (ABOVE 40°F)
SAE5W-30/10W-30
(BELOW 40°F)
SPARK PLUG : CHAMPION
(GAP: .030") RJ19LM OR
J19LM
Congratulations on your purchase of a
Craftsman 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
tools to service or repair this unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tiller properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".
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 as-
semble must be tightened securely. Use
the correct tools as necessary to insure
proper tightness.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
•Follow a regular schedule in maintain-
ing, caring for and using your tiller.
•Follow the instructions under 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 (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. See
your Sears Authorized Service Center for
spark arrester. 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
FURROW OPENER
AIR,FILTER I _ ENGINE_ [_OIL STABILIZER
TILLER MAINTENANCE
BELT TINES SHEAR PIN HAIRPIN CLIP
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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 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) Tire pressure gauge
(1) Screwdriver
(1) Pair of pliers
(1) 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).
LEFT
FRONT
OPERATOR'S
POSITION
RIGHT
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
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(2) Handle Locks
(1) Hairpin Clips
ol
(2) Shear Pins & Clips
(1) Carriage Bolt
3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5
(1) Flat Washer
13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga.
Q
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(1) Center Locknut
3/8-16 UNC
(1)Cable Clip
(1) Pivot Bolt
3/8-16 UNC Grade 5
(1) Handle Lock Lever
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UNPACKING CARTON
_iI,CAUTION: 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 corners of carton, lay side
carton wall down.
•Remove packing material from handle
assembly.
•Separate shift rod from handle assem-
bly.
Shift Rod
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
__Ge andle Assembly
arcase Notch
_,_ ,_ /Ha_nd,eLock
"%'%"
• 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 of tiller and loosely
assemble Iocknut.
Loosen Handle
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 gearcase. 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 po-
sition and securely tighten handle lock
lever by rotating clockwise. Leaving
handle assembly in highest position
will make it easier to connect shift rod.
Flat Washer Handle Lock
Handle Lever
Gearcase_
Slot
Rear Cartridge
Handle Base
Locknut_ Pivot Bolt
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INSERT CABLE CLIP
•Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the
back of handle column. Push cables
into clip,
Hairpin
Shift
Shift Lever
lip Indicator
Handle Column
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.
_L"-- Attach this End To shift Shift Rod
\
Lever Indicator
REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE
• Adjust handle assemby to lowest posi-
tion. Be sure lock lever is tightened se-
curely.
•Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N"
(neutral) position.
• Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle.
Separate cardboard cover from level-
ing shield.
• Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull
tiller out of carton.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
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 bet-
ter suit operator. (See "TO ADJUST
HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual).
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These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product.
Learn and understand their meaning.
KNOW YOUR TILLER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
TILLER.
Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference,
TILLING FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERS_ CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL STOp O
OR WARNING ON OFF
Throttle Control
Lever
Drive Control Bar Shift Lever Indicator
Drag
Depth
Leveling Shield
Recoil
Starter
Handle
MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Our tillers conform 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.
DRAG STAKE - Controls forward speed
in forward rotating till position.
OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to
protect small plants from being buried.
THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control
engine speed.
LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.
SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission
gears.
SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Shows
which gear the transmission is in.
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to
start the engine.
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The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide
vision safety 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 drive control bar to stop
movement.
•Move shift lever to "N" (neutral)
position.
ENGINE
• Move throttle control to "STOP" posi-
tion. If equipped with stop switch, move
switch to "STOP" position.
• Never use choke to stop engine.
Drive Control Bar
;ition Shift Lever
HARD TO SHIFT GEARS
• Briefly engage drive control bar and
release or rock 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 tilling and
cultivating, or to more easily transport
your tiller.
Shallowest Tilling
Deepest Tilling
Depth Stake
Transport Position
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Drive Control Bar
"DISENGAGED"
Position
TINE OPERATION - WITH WHEEL DRIVE
• Always release drive control bar before
moving shift lever into another posi-
tion.
• Tine movement is achieved by moving
shift lever to either the counter rotating
(_) till position or the forward rotating
(;_) till position and engaging drive con-
trol bar.
FORWARD -WHEELS ONLY/TINES
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/TINES
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.
DRAG STAKE
The drag stake should be raised when
tilling the counter rotating (_) till position.
The drag stake should be lowered when
tilling in the forward rotating (:_) till
position.
Lowered/
(Forward Rotatingtill)
Raised
(Counter rotatingtill)
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TILLING
• Use the counter rotating tine drive
when tilling hard or rockey soil, virgin
ground or sod.
• Release depth stake and drag stake
pins. Pull the depth stake up for
increased tilling depth. Raise the drag
stake. Place proper pin in hole of depth
stake or drag stake to lock in position.
• Place shift lever indicator in counter
rotating (_) 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.
IMPORTANT: Always release drive
control bar before moving shift lever into
another position. "Locked" Position
Nu,Pos,,,o'
Outer Side
Shield
TURNING
• Release the drive control bar.
• Move throttle control to "SLOW"
position.
• Place shift lever indicator in "F"
(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.
CULTIVATING
• Use the forward rotating tine drive
when cultivating, tilling soft ground or
tilling pre-tilled soil.
• Release the depth and drag stake pins.
Lower drag stake. Pull the depth stake
up for increased tilling depth. Place
proper pin in hole of depth stake or
drag stake to lock in position.
• Place shift lever indicator in forward to
rotating (_) till position.
• Hold the drive control bar against the
handle to start tilling movement. Tines
and wheels will both turn.
• Move throttle control "FAST" position for
deep tilling. To cultivate, throttle control
can be set at any desired speed, de-
pending on how fast or slow you wish
to cultivate.
•Always lower the drag stake when
using the forward rotating tine drive.
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 lifting or transport-
ing, 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
transporting the 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 "F"
(forward) position for transporting.
• Hold the drive control bar against the
handle to start tiller movement. Tines
will not turn.
• 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 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.
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
• The engine in your unit has been
shipped, from the factory, already filled
with SAE 30 summer weight oil.
•With engine level, clean area around
oil filler plug and remove plug.
• Engine oil should be to point of
overlowing when engine is level. For
approximate capacity see "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of this
manual. All oil must meet A.P.I. Service
Classification SF, SG or SH.
• Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten
• For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting (See oil
viscosity chart in the Maintenance
section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the Mainte°
10 nance section in this manual.
Oil Fill
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 tem-
peratures 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 fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow
for fuel expansion, tf 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 drive control bar in
"DISENGAGED" 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.
•Make sure spark plug wire is properly
connected.
•Move shift lever indicator to "N"
(neutral) position.
• Place throttle control in "FAST" position.
• Turn fuel shut-off valve 1/4 turn to
OPEN position.
• Move choke control to 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 compression cycle
(rope will pull slightly harder at this
point).
• Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do
not let starter handle snap back against
starter.
• 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: A warm 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 40°F), the
carburetor fuel mixture may need to be
adjusted for best engine perfomrance.
See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
NOTE: If engine does not start, see
troubleshooting points.
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Fuel shut-off Choke controls
Rewind starter _._
TILLING HINTS
h_CAUTION: Until you are accustomed to
andling your tiller, start actual field use
with throttle in slow position (mid-way
between "FAST" and "IDLE").
• Tilling is digging into, turning over, and
breaking up packed soil before
planting. Loose, unpacked soil helps
root growth. Best tilling depth is 4" to 6".
A tiller will also clear the soil of un-
wanted vegetation. The decomposition
of this vegetable matter enrichesthe
soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall
and wind), it may be advisable to till the
soil at the end of the growing season to
further condition the soil.
• Soil conditions are important for proper
tilling. Tines will not readily penetrate
dry, hard soil which may contribute to
excessive bounce and difficult handling
of your tiller. Hard soil should be
moistened before tilling; however,
extremely wet soil will "ball-up" or
clump during tilling. Wait until the soil is
less wet in order to achieve the best
results. When tilling in the fall, remove
vines and long grass to prevent them
from wrapping around the tine shaft
and slowing your tilling operation.
• 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
negotiate than about-faces. Second,
the tiller won't be pulling itself, and
you, toward the row next to it.
• Do not lean on handle. This takes
weight off the wheels and reduces
traction. To get through a really tough
section of sod or hard ground, apply
upward pressure on handle or lower
the depth stake.
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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 in the 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.
•Do not lean on handle, this takes
weight off the wheels, reduces traction,
and may cause the tiller to skip over the
ground.
•Always lower the drag stake when
using the forward rotating tine drive.
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TINE SHEAR PINS
The tine assemblies on your tiller are
secured to the tine shaft with shear pins
(See 'q'INE REPLACEMENT" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual).
If the tiller 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.
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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 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
Hairpin Cllip
INNER VIEW OF TIRE
Clevis
Pin
Hairpir
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check Engine Oil Level Ikf I_
Change Engine Oil _1,_.
Oil Pivot Points I1_
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SERVICE DATES
Inspect Spark Arrester /Muffler
Inspect Air Screen
Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge
Clean Engine Cylinder Fins
Replace Spark Plug
RH Gear Case Grease Fitting (loz,)
1 - Change moreoftenwhenoperatingundera heavy loador in highambienttemperatures,
2- Servicemoreoftenwhenoperatingin dirtyordustyconditions,
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 tine operation.
• Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRI-
CATION CHART").
LUBRICATION CHART
*Throttle Control
** Engine
/
***RH Gear Case
Grease Fitting
Drag Stake Pin
/_-_* Depth
/Stake Pin
_* Leveling
Shield
', Hinges
I
* Idler Bracket Wheel Hub
SAE 30 OR 5W-30 Motor Oil
** Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section
*** EP #1 Grease
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ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
before performing any maintenance
(except carburetor adjustment) to prevent
accidental starting of engine.
Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of
grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove
fuel from tank before tipping unit for
maintenance. Clean muffler area of all
grass, dirt, and debris.
Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins
as contact may cause burns.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SF, SG or
SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected temperature.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
30_40 _60 c 80 _
20 _ .10 _ 4_ 10_ 20 _30 °
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W-
30, 10W-30, etc.) improve starting in cold
weather, these multi-viscosity oils will
result in increased oil consumption when
used above 40°F (4°C). Check your
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 oil filler
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 spill on tiller,
and catch oil in a suitable container.
• Remove oil drain plug. Be careful not
to allow dirt to enter the engine. For
easier removal of plug use 7/16 12 Pt.
socket with extension.
• Tip tiller forward to drain oil.
• After oil has drained completely,
replace oil drain plug and tighten
securely.
• Remove oil fill plug.
• Refill engine with oil through oil fill
tube. See "CHECK ENGINE OIL
LEVEL" in the Operation section of this
manual.
Oil drain _ :
Plug_ • _'_
(:_ D'_-i Oil Fill Plug
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a
dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 50 hours of operation or every
season. Service paper cartridge every
100 hours of operation or every season,
whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under
dusty conditions.
• Remove knob and cover. Lift air
cleaner assembly off stud.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
• Remove foam pre-cleaner from air
filter.
• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.
• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.
• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-
cleaner.
• Reinstall pre-cleaner onto air filter.
• Reinstall cover and secure with knob.
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent
debris from entering carburetor. Clean
base carefully to prevent debris from
entering carburetor.
• Remove foam pre-cleaner from air
filter.
• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on
flat surface. If very dirty or damaged,
replace cartridge.
• Reinstall pre-cleaner onto air filter.
• Reinstall cover and secure with knob.
IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
the cartridge. They may cause deteriora-
tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.
Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry
cartridge.
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_Cover Knob
Cover_
_ Cartridge
Precleaner _
Stu6 _
Base _
COOLING SYSTEM
Your engine is air cooled. For proper
engine performance and long life keep
your engine clean.
• Clean air screen frequently using a
stiff-bristled brush.
•Keep cylinder fins, levers, and linkage
free of dirt and chaff.
Blower
Muffler
Screen
A_.CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire
MUFFLER
Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not
tamper with exhaust system. Damaged
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
assembly, remove every 50 hours for
cleaning 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 is shown in "PROD-
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of this
manual.
TRANSMISSION
Once a season, lubricate the right hand
gear case grease fitting with 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 using a 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.
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
tilling conditions. Handle height will be
different when tiller digs into soil.
• First loosen handle lock lever.(Do not
loosen too much or handle locks may
fall out.)
• Handle can be positioned at different
settings between "HIGH" and "LOW"
positions.
• Retighten handle lock lever securely
after adjusting.
÷ ..,
_ i _Handle (High) Position
_ !i, Handle Lock Lever
(Low)
Position
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TIRE CARE
_CAUTION: When mounting tires, un-
less beads are seated, overinflation can
cause an explosion.
•Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. If
tire pressures are not equal, tiller will
pull to one side.
• Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which
can damage rubber.
Screws
Belt Guard
Nut
and
Washer
(Located
Behind
Tire)
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
Hairpin Clip
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, one (1) nut
and washer from side of belt guard.
• Pull belt guard out and away from unit.
• Replace belt guard by reversing above
procedure.
Hairpin 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 of transmis-
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 control bar 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.
Belt Guide "B" ip Screw
Engine Pulley., Control Cable
Idler Pulley _- Extension Spring"
Transmission Pulley
Tension
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TINE REPLACEMENT
_,CAUTION: Tines 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. A tine this
worn needs to be replaced.
New Tine Worn Tine
To maintain the superb tilling perfor-
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
between the tines exceeds 3-1/2
inches they should be replaced or
straightened as necessary.
For tines that are slightly worn, the
bolted tine and hub assemblies caEbe
switched between sides to continue till-
ing in the same tilling mode if tilling in a
different mode is desired then the
bolted tine and hub assemblies should
be switched back to their original side
so that the tine edge with the least wear
will be used.
/ Trans_ ssion /
I I
I I
I I
_ 3-1/2" MAX
Sharp
Ed
Sharp Sharp
Edges Edges
Hairpin Clip
/
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ENGINE
Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and sys-
tems, which are being done at the
customers expense, may be performed
by any non-road engine repair establish-
ment or individual. Warranty repairs must
be performed by an authorized engine
manufacturer's service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE
The throttle control has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. If adjustment is necessary,
proceed as follows:
•With engine not running, move remote
throttle control lever to "FAST" position.
• If throttle lever on engine touches high
speed stop, no further adjustment is
necessary. If throttle lever does not
touch high speed stop, continue with
adjustment procedure.
•Loosen cable clamp screw.
• Move throttle lever up until it touches
high speed stop, and hold in this
position.
• Tighten cable clamp screw securely.
F/Clamp
uel Tank _ Screw
I/ and Wire
Governor
Control
Lever
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been preset at the
factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. However, engine perfor-
mance can be affected by differences in
fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the
carburetor does need adjustment, contact
your nearest authorized service center/
department.
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 autho-
rized service center/department, which
has the proper equipment and experi-
ence to make any necessary adjust-
ments.
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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.
_i, 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
storing 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 lightly before painting.
ENGINE
FUELSYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential
fuel system parts such as the carburetor,
fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during
storage, also, 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.
• Drain the fuel tank.
• 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 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.
ENGINEOIL
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 1 ounce (29 ml) of oil through
spark plug hole into cylinder,
•Pull starter handle slowly several times
to distribute 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 in your
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 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. 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.
1.Throttle control not set
properly.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Bad spark plug or
improper gap.
4. Stale or dirty fuel.
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 spark plug.
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.
11. Dirty/clogged muffler.
12. Carburetor out of
adjustment.
13. Poor compression.
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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
seat ed properly on plug.
8. Replace spark plug or adjust
gap.
9. Make necessary adjustments.
1. Place throttle control in "FAST"
position.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner
cartridge.
3. Replace spark plug or adjust
gap.
4. Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.
5. Make sure spark plug wire is
seated properly on plug.
6. Make necessary adjustments.
1. Set depth stake 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 carburetor.
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 adjustments.
13. Contact an authorized Sears
Service Center/Department.
PROBLEM
Engine overheats
Excessive bounce/
difficult handling
Soil balls up or
clumps
Engine runs but
tiller won't move
Engine runs but
labors when tilling
Tines skip over
ground
Hard to 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.
4. Partially plugged muffler.
5. Improper carburetor
adjustment.
1. Ground too dry and hard.
2. Depth stake
incorrectly adjusted•
1. Ground too wet.
1. Tine control is not
engaged.
2. V-belt not correctly
adjusted.
3. V-belt is off pulley(s).
1. Tilling too deep.
tilling.
2. Throttle control not
properlyadjusted.
3. Carburetor out of adjust-
ment.
1. Drag Stake not lowered
in forward rotating till
mode.
2. Improper tilling mode.
1. Gears not timed.
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,
muffler area.
4. Remove and clean muffler.
5. Adjust carburetor to richer
position•
1. Moisten ground or wait for
more favorable soil conditions.
2. Adjust depth stake.
1. Wait for more favorable soil
conditions.
1. Engage tine control.
2. Inspect/adjust V-belt.
3. Inspect V-belt.
1. Set depth stake for shallower
2. Check throttle control setting•
3. Make necessary adjustments.
1. Lower Drag Stake
.
o
Forward rotating tine drive
should only be used for soft
ground or for soil that has
already been tilled.
Briefly engage drive control
bar and release or rock tiller
forward and backward until
are able to shift gears.
• Shift to either counter rotating
till position or forward rotating
till position.
2. Clear tines.
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HANDLES
TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293321
79
2
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KEY PART
NO. NO.
1164743
2 141406
3 110673X
4 127254X
5 6712J
6 137119
7 110641X
8 71191008
9 72010520
10 110646X
11 STD624003
12 81328
13 138295
14 109313X
15 110702X
16 STD533710
17 109229X
18 STD541437
DESCRIPTION
Throttle, Control
Grip, Handle
Grommet, Handle
Bar, Drive Control Assembly
Cap, Vinyl
Panel, Control
Bushing, Split
*Screw, Pan Head #10-24
*Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2-1/2
Handle, Grip
*Clip, Hairpin
Bolt, Shoulder
Handle, Shift
Grommet, Rubber
Rod, Shift
*Bolt, RBHD SQNI< 3/8-16 x 1 Gr 5
Lock, Handle
*Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
19 19131611 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga,
20 109228X Lever, Lock, Handle
21 150629 Handle, Assemble
22 165197 Clip, Plastic, Cable
23 86777 Screw, Hex, Washer Hd, Slotted
#10-24 x 1/2
24 9484R Qip
25 73970500 Locknut, Hex, Flange
26 110675X Clutch, Cable
27 73900400 *Nut, Hex Flange 1/4-20 UNC
29 STD541462 *Nut, Keps #10-24
30 7192J Tie,Cable
31 150696 Bolt, Pivot
*STANDARDHARDWARE--PURCHASELOCALLY
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
nches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm
44
TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293321
MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE
3
1\
37
36
35
31
46
3O
28
16
19
4O 23
24
25_
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 STD541031
2STD551137
3STD541037
4 170127
5164329
6 162756X505
7 STD532505
8161530
9 86777
10 9484R
11 STD551125
12 STD541025
13 23230506
14 110652X
15 STD551031
16 145102
19 12000028
21 156117
22 74770508
23 102190X
150750
795R
24 126875X
DESCRIPTION
*Nut, Hex 5/16-18
*Washer, Lock 3/8
"Nut, Hex 3/8-16
Shield, Inner Belt Guard
Pin, Shift Lever
Lever, Shift
*Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Gr. 5
Plate, Shift indicator
Screw, Hex, Washer Head,
Slotted #10-24 x 1/2
Clip
*Washer, Lock 1/4
*Nut, Hex 1/4-20
*Screw, Set, 5/16-18 x 3/8
Spacer, Split .327 x .42 x 2.09
*Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.
Sheave, Transmission
Ring, Retainer
Spacer, Sp_it .327 x.42 x 1.22()
Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-24 x 1/2
_m
F_rn
Tire Valve
Rivet, Ddlled
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
25 STD624003 *Clip, Hairpin
26 165501X558 Guard, Belt
27 132801 Belt, V
28 104679X Pulley, Idler
29 12000032 Ring, Klip
30 159229 Bracket, Idler
31 102384X Bolt, Hex 5/16-16 x 12
32 102141X Shaft, IdlerArm
33 STD623710 *Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1
34 102383X Counterweight, L.H.
35 74760532 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x2
36 102331X Bracket, Reinforcement, L.H.
37 130812 Sheave, Engine
38 74760544 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/1648 x 2-3/4
39 140062 Cap, Plunger
40 170488 Screw Hex Wsh. S)t #10-24 x.50
44 STD541431 Nut, Lock 5/16-18
*STANDARDHARDWARE--PURCHASELOCALLY
NOTE: All componentdimensions given in U.S.
inches. 1 inch= 25.4 mm
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TILLER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.293321
MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE
16
11 9
10
5
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6
1
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/
I/
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 166532
273970500
3 BTD551031
474760512
5 102332X
674760532
7102173×
8STD551137
9 8TD541037
10 74760524
11 BTD624003
12 126875X
DESCRIPTION
Bumper
Locknut, Hex, Flange 5/16-18
*Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16Ga.
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4
Bracket, Reinforcement
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 2
Counter Weight, R.H.
*Washer, Lock 3/8
*Nut, Hex 3/8-16
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2
*Clip, Hairpin
Rivet, Drilled
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
13 102190X Tire
150750 Ri_
795R Tire Valve
14 STD541431 *Nut, Keps 5/16-18
15 Engine, (See Breakdown)
Craftsman Model No.
121402-0161 -E 1
16 7192J Tie Cable
- STANDARDHARDWARE--PURCHASELOCALLY
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inches.
1 inch =25.4 turn
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TRANSMISSION
TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293321
24 25
6
5
4
25
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1170306
2161510
3 161963
4 5020J
5 1370H
6 161520
7 161518
8 48g_H
9 154467
10 7392M
11 100871K
12 106160X
13 142145
14 8353J
15 12000039
16 161516
18 4358J
19 12000040
20 102114X
21 102115X
22 6803J
23 161527
24 STD551143
25 STD541143
27 143009
28 106390X
29 102134X
30 150737
31 143008
32 106388X
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DESCRIPTION
5O
KEY PART
NO, NO.
Transmission Assembly (includes 33 102121X
Key Nos. 2-52) 34 t02112X
Gearcase, L.H. w/Bearing 35 102101X
(Includes Key No. 4) 36 161524
Gasket, Gearcase
Beadng, Needle 37 1(X)413K
Washer, Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32 38 161525
Pinion, Input 39 161526
Shaft, Input 40 105346X
Bea_ing, Needle 41 161523
Washer, Seal 42 4220R
Ball, Steel 43 106146X
Spring, Shift, Fork 44 155236
O-Ring 48 170307
Arm, Shift
Fork, Shift 49 132688
Ring, Klip 50 106147X
Shaft, Shift 51 17720408
Washer 52 73220500
Ring, Klip 53 165140
Gear, Assembly, Reverse Idler 54 161528
(Includes Key Nos. 21 and 22)
Gear, Reverse Idler 55 3400R
Bearing, Needle 56 161529
Shaft, Reverse Idler 57 165889
*Washer, Lock 7/16 58 17720412
*Nut, Hex 7/16-20 60 6855M
Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive LH. - - 6066J
Spacer 0.765 x 1.125 x 1.23
Chain #35-50 Pitch
Ground Shaft Assembly
Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive R.H.
Spacer 0.70 x 1.00 x 1.150
48
53
DESCRIPTION
Sprocket and Gear Assembly
Shaft, Reduction (2nd)
Screw, Whiz, Lock 5/16-18 x 3-1/2
Sprocket Assembly w/Bearing
(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 1.75 x 0.760
Seal Asm. OII
Gearcase, R.H. w/Bearing
(Includes Key No. 8)
Shaft, Tine
Chain, Roller #50-50 Pitch
Screw 1/4-20x 1/2
*Nut, Hex 5/16-18
Bearing Kit, Tine Shaft
Gear, DRT Idler w/Bearing
(Includes Key No. 55)
Bearing, Needle
Gear, DRT Idler
Spacer, Split .52 x .64 x 1.04
Screw 1/4-20 x 3/4
Fitting Grease
Grease, Plastilube #1
"STANDARD HARDWARE-- PURCHAS E LOCALLY
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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TINE SHIELD
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KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 73900500
2 161415X558
3 8393J
4 12000036
5 STD533107
6 8394J
7 8392J
8 109230X
9 163496X558
10 STD533110
11 STD551131
12 STD541031
13 72110510
14 124343X
15 161414X558
16 73900400
17 162175
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DESCRIPTION KEY PART
NO. NO.
Nut, Look Hex Flange 5/16-18 UNC 19 102701X
Shield, Side, Outer L.H. 20 STD541037
Pin, Stake, Depth 21 102156X
Ring, Klip 22 74930632
*Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 Gr 5 23 4440J
Spring 24 72140404
Bracket, Latch 25 6712J
Spring, Depth Stake 26 109227X
Shield, Tine 27 163497X558
*Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1 Gr. 5 28 120588X
*Washer, Lock 5/16 29 104085X558
*Nut, Hex 5/16-18 30 73970500
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 31 163498X417
Bracket, Shield Tine 32 73220400
Shield, Side, Outer R.H. 33 STD551125
Nut, Hex Flange 1/4-20
Nut, Wing Forged 5/16-18
*Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Gr. 5
DESCRIPTION
Gdp
*Nut, Hex 3/8-16
Stake, Depth
Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2
Hinge
*Bolt, Cardage 1/4-20 x 1/2
Cap, Vinyl
Pad, Idler
Shield, Leveling
Pin, Hinge
Shield, Side
Locknut, Hex, Flange
Stake, Drag
Nut, Fin, Hex 1/4-20 UNC
Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4
*STANDARDHARDWARE--PURCHASELOCALLY
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch ='25.4 mm
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TINE ASSEMBLY
16
16
16
16 18
18
6 7
16
KEY PART
NO. NO.
2 132673
5 163926
673610600
7STD551137
874610616
16 163499
DESCRIPTION
Pin, Shear
Assembly, Hub and Plate
Nut, Hex 3/8-24
*Washer, Lock 3/8
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1
Tine, Spade
KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
17 163500 Tine,Cleaning
18 3146R *Clip, Hairpin
*STANDARD HARDWARE-- PURCHASELOCALLY
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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DECALS
TILLER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.293321
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12
13
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KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 164709
2145023
3 166186
4 166187
5137538
6 120431X
7 166202
8 166188
9 120075X
10 165836
tt 162215
t2 166138
13 165837
14 171079
15 167155
16 171078
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DESCRIPTION
Decal, Logo
Decal, Logo
Decal, Logo
Decal, Description
Decal, Caution, Drive Control
Decal, Hand Placement
Decal, Shift Indicator
Decal, Tine, Shield, Counter Rotating Tines
Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines
Decal, Tine Drag Stake
Decal, Tine, Shield, Warning Dom
Decal, Oper/Lub Instructions
Decal, Tine Depth Stake
Decal, Engine
Decal,Engine
Decal, Rewind
Manual, Owner's (Eng/Span)
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KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1690045 Cylinder Assembly 110 693867
2 399269 Bushing/Seal Kit 117 497620
3 299819 _ Oil Seal 121 690032
5 693643 Cylinder Head 122 693749
7 692554 -k+ Cylinder Head Gasket 125 693518
11 693647 Breather Tube 127 223472
12 692549 Crankcase Gasket 130 223470
13 95049 Screw (Cylinder Head) 133 398187
15 94916 Oil Drain Plug 134 398188
16 693887 Crankshaft 137 271716
18 694466 Crankcase Cover 146 94388
20 692550 _ Oil Seal 155 225430
21 281658 Oil Fill Cap 163 693458
22 692551 Screw (Crankcase Cover) 186 93496
23 692987 Flywheel 187 492790
24 222698 Flywheel Key
25 499627 Piston Assembly (Standard) 187A 692601
692788 Piston Assy. (.010" O/S) 188 94644
692789 Piston Assy. (.020" O/S) 189 263108
692790 Piston Assy. (.030" O/S) 190 692127
26 499631 Ring Set (Standard) 190A94644
692785 Ring Set (.010" O/S) 209 693710
692786 Ring Set (.020" O/S) 209A691798
692787 Ring Set (.030" O/S) 219 693578
27 691866 Piston Pin Lock 220 691724
28 499423 Piston Pin 222 694253
29 690124 Connecting Rod 227 692573
30 692562 Connecting Rod Dipper 238 263131
32 94699 Screw (Connecting Rod) 265 221535
33 499642 Exhaust Valve 267 692577
34 499641 Intake Valve 276 271716
35 263149 Valve Spdng 281 694252
40 93312 Valve Retainer 300 693593
45 690977 Valve Tappet 304 693621
46 693404 Camshaft 305 690960
51 692555_+O_lntake Gasket (2 Required) 306 693610
55 691422 Rewind Starter Housing 307 94515
56 498144 Starter Pulley 332 94877
58 693449 Starter Rope 333 692605
60 281101 Starter Rope Grip 334 94731
65 94904 Screw (Rewind Starter) 337 491055
95 94098 Screw (Throttle Valve) 356 398808
97 693412 Throttle Shaft 358 690031
98 398185 Idle Speed Kit
104 231371 • Float Hinge Pin
108 223471 Choke Valve
109 690023 Choke Shaft
ItWasher (Choke Shaft)
Main Jet
Carburetor Kit
• Carburetor Spacer
Carburetor
• Welch Plug
Throttle Valve
Carburetor Float
• Needle Valve
•<l,FIoat Bow_ Gasket
Timing Key
Cylinder Head Plate
Air Cleaner Gasket
Hose Connector
Fuel Line (Cut to Required
Length)
Fuel Line (Molded)
Screw (Control Bracket)
Rocker Arm Ball
Screw (Fuel Tank)
Screw (Fuel Tank)
Governor Spring
Governor Spring
Governor Spring
Thrust Washer
Control Bracket
Governor Bracket
Valve Cap
Casing Clamp
Screw (Casing Clamp)
Sealing Washer
Control Panel
Exhaust Muffler
Blower Housing
Screw (Blower Housing)
Cylinder Shield
Screw (Cylinder Shield)
Nut (Flywheel)
Magneto Armature
Screw (Magneto Armature)
Spark Plug
Stop Wire
Gasket Set
RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100
High Speed: 3000-3200
• Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref
Number 977.
-k Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.
• Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number
t21.
+ Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref
Number 1033.
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm
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KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
363 19069 Flywheel Puller 836A693624
365 692568 Screw (Carburetor) 851 493880
383 19374 Spark Plug Wrench 862 693462
415 693463 Oil Fill Cap 868 498592
445 690610 Filter A/C Cartridge 875 693459
455 692591 Flywheel Cup 883 272309
456 281503 Spring Retainer 9!4 692198
459 281505 Rachel Pawl
467 493903 Air Cleaner Knob 914A692557
478 693709 Panel
504 694254 Washer Set 957 493988
505 231082 Nut (Governor Lever) 958 692601
552 692346 Governor Crank Bushing 961 693598
562 94852 Bolt (Governor Lever) 967 273356
592 94908 Nut (Rewind Starter) 968 693460
597 94943 Screw (Spring Retainer) 971 94655
601 95162 Hose Clamp 971A94929
608 497830 Rewind Starter 972 692587
613 94706 Screw (Muffler Mounting) 975 493640
615 692576 Governor Shaft Retainer
616 692547 Governor Starter 977 690033
619 94744 Screw (Cyl. Head Plate) 993 273346
621 396847 Stop Switch 1005 692592
632 693408 Spring/Link 1019 690035
635 805529 Spark Plug Boot 1022691890
663 692577 Screw (Control Pane_) 1023 499924
676 393757 Muffler Deflector 1026693517
677 94896 Screw (Muffler Deflector) 1029 225246
689 263073 Friction Spring 1033690034
692 262715 Detent Spring (Choke) 1034281621
708 691321 • tWasher (Sold in Kit Only) 1036 695041
718 230192 Locating Pin 1044 692590
741 692565 Timing Gear 105095137
742 692564 Retaining Ring 1058273700
746 692566 Idler Gear 1113692577
798 692559 Screw (Rocker Arm) 1138 694255
832 693583 Muffler Guard
836 94896 Screw (Muffler Guard)
Screw (Mounting)
Spark Plug Terminal
Air Cleaner Bracket
Valve Seal
Air Cleaner Base
Exhaust Gasket
Screw (Rocker Cover 7/16"
Long)
Screw (Rocker Cover 3/8"
Long)
Fuel Tank Cap
Shutoff Valve
Screw (Air Cleaner Bracket)
Air Filter (Pre-Filter)
Air Cleaner Cover
Screw (Air Cleaner Base)
Screw (Air Cleaner Base)
Fuel Tank
• .Seal Washer (Sold in Kit
Only)
Carburetor Gasket Set
_+ Plate Gasket
Flywheel Fan
Label Kit
_+ Rocker Cover Gasket
Rocker Cover
Push Rod
Rocker Arm
Valve Overhaul Kit
Push Rod Guide
Label Kit-Emissions
Screw (Flywheel)
Nut (Rocker Arm)
Owner's Manual
Screw (Panel)
Nut (Control Bracket)
-- --121432-0036-E2Replacement Engine
RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100
High Speed: 3000-3200
,1_ Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref
Number 977.
-_ Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.
• Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Number
121.
+ Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref
Number 1033.
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
inches 1 inch =25.4 mm
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