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Owner's Manual

6,0 HP

17 UNCHTJNE WHDTH

REAR NE WiTH

COUNTER ROTA NG TINES

TILLE

Model No.

917.293401

oSafety

AssembBy

Operation

Maintenance

, Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

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

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

Warranty ................................................. 2

Product Specifications .......................... 4

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

Operation ................................................ 8

Maintenance ......................................... 13

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

Storage ................................................. 19

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

Illustrated Parts List .............................. 22

Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER

For two (2) years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Tiller is maintained, lubri-

cated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the

owner's manual, Sears wilt repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.

This Warranty does not cover:

o 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 instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual.

oIf 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 avai{able by returning the craftsman power mower to the nearest

sears service center/department in the united states. This warranty applies only while

this product is in use in the united states° .-_

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

vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

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

controls quickly.

-Never allow children to operate the

equipmenL Never allow adults to oper-.

ate 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 (mo-

tor),

• 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 flam-

mable.

oUse an approved fuel container.

° Never add fuel to a running engine or

hot engine.

° Fil] 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 ail

units with electric drive motors or electric

starting motors.

• Never attempt to make any adjustments

while the engine (motor) is running

(except where specifically recommend.,

ed by manufacturer).

OPERATION

oDo not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts.

o Exercise extreme caution when operat-

ing on or crossing gravel drives, walks,

or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards

or traffic. Do not carry passengers.

o 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 operating

the tiller_

o Exercise caution to avoid slipping or

falling.

° If the unit should start to vibrate abnor-

mally, stop the engine (motor) and check

immediately for the cause. Vibration is

generally a warning of trouble.

o Stop the engine (motor) when leaving

the operating position.

o Take all possible precautions when leav-

ing the machine unattended. Disengage

the tines, shift into neutral, and stop the

engine.

° Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,

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.

oDo not run the engine indoors; exhaust

fumes are dangerous.

= Never operate the tiller without proper

guards, plates, or other safety protective

devices in place.

• Keep children and pets away.

o Do not overload the machine capacity

by attempting to till too deep at too fast a

rate.

o Never operate the machine at high

speeds on slippery surfacesr Look

behind and use care when backing.

o Never allow bystanders near the unit.

° Use only attachments and accessories

approved by the manufacturer of the

tiller (such as wheel weights, counter-

weights, cabs, and the like). '

°Never operate the tiller without good vis-

ibility 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.

.r'

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

oKeep machine, attachments, and

accessories in Safe working condition.

= Check shear pins, engine mounting

bolts, and other bolts at frequent inter-

vals for proper tightness to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition.

o 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 ar_y enclosure.

°Always refer to the operator's guide

instructions for important details if the

tiller is to be stored for an extended peri-

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent acci-

dental starhng when sethng up, transport-

ing, adjusting or making repairs.

WARNING

The engine exhuast from this product con-

tains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defeotd, or

other reproductive harm°

3 _

PRODUCT SPECIRCATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 6.0 HP

DISPLACEMENT: 11.88CU. IN.

GASOLINECAPACITY: 4 Quarts

Unleaded Regular

SAE30

(Above32°F)

SAE 5W-30

(Below32°F)

OIL (API-SF/SG/SH):

CAPACITY: 20 oz,)

SPARKPLUG :Champion N4C

(GAP: .030")

Congratulations on your purchase of a

Craftsman Tiller. it has been designed, en-

gineered and manufactured to give you the

best possible dependability and perform-

ance.

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 repaii"this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructionswill 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 assemble

must be tightened securely. Use the cor-

rect tools as necessary to insure proper

tightness.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

oFollowa regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and usingyour tiller.

oFollowthe instructionsunder the

"Customer Responsibilities"and =Stor-

age" sections of this Owner's Manual.

_kWARNING: This unit is equipped with

an internal combustion engine and should

not be used on or near any unimproved

forsst-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 ofthe

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 avail-

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

repair partsfor you when you provide the model number of your tiller.

ENGINE

TILLERMAINTENANCE

•BE_LT ,'I_N_:S GHEAR PIN HAIRPIN CLIp

"Yournew 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 cor-

rect tools as necessary to insure proper

tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(t) Utilityknife

(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

(2) Handle Locks

(2) Hairpin Clips

(1) Carriage Bolt

3/8-16 UNC x1Gr. 5 (1) Cable Clip

(1) Pivot Bolt

3/8-16 UNC Grade 5

(1) Flat Washer

13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga.

(1) Handle Lock Lever "_

UNPACKING CARTON '

A_kCAUTION: Be careful of exposed sta-

ples when handling or disposing of carton-

ing material.

IMPORTANT:When unpacking and

assembling tiller,be careful not to stretch

or kinkcables.

=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.

o Separate shift rod from handle assem-

bly. , :!_

INSTALL HANDLE

o Insert one handle lock (with teeth facing

outward) in geamase notch. (Apply

grease on smooth side of handle lockto

aid in keeping lock in place until handle

assembly is Iowe_redinto position_)

Viewedfromj.h, side of tiller

_._ /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 LHr side of tiller and loosely assem-

ble Iocknutr

Handle Assembly

'UP" Position

Tighten handle lock

lever to hold

Loosen Handle Lock

Lever to Move

•Insert pivot bolt in front part of plate and

tighten.

o Cut down remaining corners of carton

and lay panels flat.

oLowerthe handle assembly. Tighten nut

on carriage bolt so handle moves with

some resistance. This will allow for eas-

ier adjustment.

oPlace 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 posi-

tion and securely tighten handle lock

lever by rotating clockwise. Leaving

handle assembly in highest position will

make it easier to connect shift rod.

Handle Lock Flat Washer

Gearcase Lock

Slot

Rear Cartridge

Pivot Bolt

Handle Base

INSERTCABLE CLIP

oInsert plasticcable clip into hole on the

back of handle column. Push cables

into clip.

Handle Column

Cables

Clip

Attach this endto shift lever "'III '

_----_-Attach this End To shift _ Shift Rod

Lever Indicator

Shift Rod Hairpin Clip Shift Lever

\_ indicator

CONNECT SHIFT ROD

oInsert end of shift rod farthestfrom bend

into hole of shift lever indicator,

°Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift

rod to secure.

°Insert other end of shiftrod into hole in

shift lever.

•insert second hairpin clip throughhole of

shift rod.

REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE

°Adjust handle assemby to lowest posi-

tion. Be sure lock lever is tightened

securely.

o Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N"

(neutral) position.

o Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle.

Separate cardboard cover from leveling

shield.

° Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull

tiller out of carton.

Shift Lever

Sh,ft Rod _ L

Hairpin Clip

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinftated at

the factory for shipping purposes. Correct

and equal tire pressure is important for

best tilling performance.

•Reduce tire pl;essureto 20 PSI.

HANDLE HEIGHT

° Handle height may be adjusted to better

suit operator. (See '3"0 ADJUST HAN-

DLE HEIGHT" in the Service and

Adjustments section ofthis manual).

These symbols may appea_" on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

11LUNG FORWARD NFJ/TBAL P,EVERS_ FU_

A 6 "@ m\l

CAUTION F.J_BINE F_NG1N_' FAST _LOW CHOI_

OR WARNING ON OFF

RUN

OIL STOP O

KNOW YOUR TILLER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

TILLER.

Compare the illustrationswith your tiller to familiarize yourself withthe location of vari-

ous controls and adjustmehts. Save this manual for future reference.

Drive Control Bar Tt_rottleControl

Lever

Primer

Shift Lever Indicator

DepthStake

Leveling :

Recoil

i Starter

OuterSideShield Handle

MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

DRIVE CONTROL BAR - U_ed to engage

tines.

DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which

tiller will dig.

LEVELING SHIELD -Levels tilled soil.

OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to pro-

tect small plants from being buried.

THROTTLE CONTROL -Used to control

engine speed+.

SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission

gears,

SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Shows which

gea rthe transmission is in.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE -Used to

start the engine.

PRIMER -Pumps additonal fuel from the

carburetor to the cylinder for use when

starting a cold engine,

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

which canresult 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 the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TULLER

Know how to operate all controls before

adding fuel and oilor attempting to start

engine.

STOPPING

TINES AND DRIVE

o Release drive control bar to stop move-

ment.

= Move shift lever to "N" (neutral) position.

ENGINE

, Move throttlecontrolto "STOP" position°

If equipped with stop switch, move

switch to "STOP" position.

°Never use choke tostop engine.

DriveControlBar

"ENGAGED" Position ShiftLever

Drive Control Bar

"DISENGAGED"

Position

"Throttle

TINE OPERATION -WITH WHEEL

DRIVE

=Always release drive controlbar before

moving shift lever into another position.

°"line movement is achieved by moving

shift lever to ( _) tiltpositionand

engaging drive control bar.

FORWARD - WHEELS ONLY/TINES

STOPPED

• Release drive controlbar and move shift

lever indicatorto "F" (forward) position.

Engage drive controlbar and tiller will

move forward.

REVERSE -WHEELS ONLY/TINES

STOPPED

,DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND

TILLER.

° Release the drivecontrol bar.

oMove throttlecontrolto "SLOW" posi-

tion.

• Move shiftlever indicator to "R"

(reverse) position.

°Hold drive control bar against the handle

to start tiller movement.

DEPTH STAKE

The depth stake can be raised or lowered

to allow you more versatile tillingand culti-

vating, or to more easily transport your

tiller.

Shallowest Tilling

(Cultivating)

Deeptest Tilling

Depth Stake _'_

"_ Transport Position

TILLING

°Release depth stake pin. Pull the depth

stake up for increased tilling depth.

Place depth stake pi.nin hole of depth

cstake to lock in position.

oPlace shift lever indicator in till position.

=Hold the drive control bar against the

handle to start tilling movement. Tines

and wheels will both turn.

o Move throttle control to "FAST" position

for deep tilling. To cultivate, throttle con-

trol can be set at any desired speed,

depending on how fast or stow you wish

to cultivate.

IMPORTANT: Always release drive control

bar before moving shift lever into another

position.

Depth Stake Pin

Position

Nut "B"

Nut "A"

Outer Side Shield

"Locked"

Position

TURNING

Release the drive control bar.

Move throttlecontrol to "SLOW" posi-

tion.

Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward)

position. Tines will notturn.

Lift handle to raise tines outof ground.

Swing the handle in the opposite direc-

tion you wish to turn, being careful to

keep feet and legs away from tines.

oWhen you have completed your turn-

around, release the drive controlbar and

lower handle. Place shift lever in till

positionand move throttle controlto de-

sired _peed. To begin tilling,hold drive

control bar against the h_ndle.

OUTER SIDE SHIELDS

The back edges of the _uter side shields

are slotted so that the sl_ieldscan be

raised for deep tillingand lowered for shal-

low tillingto protect small plants from

being buried. Loosen nut "A" in slot and

nut "B". Move shield to desired position

(both sides). Retighte_ nuts.

TO TRANSPORT '

,_CAUTION: Before liftingor transport-

ing, allow tiller engine and mufflerto cool.

Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gaso-

line from fuel tank.

AROUND THE YARD

oRelease 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 posi-

tion. This preverits tines from scuffing

the ground. ,

oPlace shift lever indicator in "F"(forward)

positionfor transporting.

°Hold the drive control bar against the

handle to start tiller movement. Tines

will not turn.

•Move throttlecontrol to desired speed.

ARO_IND TOWN

•Disconnect spark plug wire.

oDrain fuel tank.

oTransport in upright posit=_nto 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 oil and fuel

and store in approved, clean, covered con-

tainers, use clean fill funnels.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

oThe engine in your unit has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with SAE 30 summer weight oil.

o Be sure tiller is level and the area

around oilfill is clean.

eCheck oil level before each use. Add oil

if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick.

oTo read proper level, tighten engine oil

cap each time. k

o Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

°For approximate capacity see "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of

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

Service Classification SF, SG or SH.

o For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See oil

viscosity chart in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Customer

Responsibilitiessection in this manual.

Oil Fill

Cap/Dipstick

ADD GASOLINE

oFill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead

oxide deposits and reduce valve life.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F (0°C), use fresh, clean,

winter grade gasoline to help insure good

cold weather starting.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alco-

hol 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 dam-

age 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 addition-

al information. Never use engine or carbu-

retor cleaner products in the fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

,_CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top

offuel tank to prevent spills and to allow

for fuel expansion. If gasoline is acciden-

tally spilled, move machine away from

area of spill. Avoid creating any source of

ignition until gasoline vapors have disap-

peared.

Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

TO START ENGRNE

_kCAUTION: Keep drive control bar in

"DISENGAGED" position when starting en-

gine.

When starting engine for the first time or if

engine has run out of fuel, it wilttake extra

pulls of the recoil starter to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

oMake sure spark plug wire is properly

connected.

•Move shift lever indicator to "N" (neutral)

position.

oPlace throttle control in "FAST" position.

oTo start a cold engine, push primer five

(5) times before tryin_tto start. Use a

firm push. This step =snot usuallynec-

essary when starting an engine which

has already run for afew minutes.

oGrasp recoil starter handle with one

hand and grasp tiller handle with other

hand. Pull rope out slowly untilengine

reaches start of compression cycle (rope

will pullslightly harder at this point).

°Pull recoilstarter handle quickly. Do not

let starter handle snap back against

starter.

°Allow engine to warm up for afew min-

utes before engaging tines.

NOTE: In cooler weather it may be neces-

sary to repeat priming steps, In warmer

weather over priming may cause flooding

and engine will not start. If you do flood

engine, wait a few minutes before attempt-

Jngto start and do not repeat priming

steps.

Starter

Handle

TiLLING.HINTS

,_CAUTION: Until you are accustomed to

handling 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 tillingdepth is 4" to 6". A tiller will

also clear the soil of unwanted vegeta-

tion. The decomposition of this veg-

etable matter enriches the soil.

Depending on the climate (rainfall and

wind), it may be advisable to till the soil

at the end of the growing season to fur-

ther condition the soil.

oSoil conditions are important for proper

tilling.Tines will not readily penetrate

dry, hard soil which may contributeto

excessive bounce and difficulthandling

of your tiller. Hard soil should be mois-

tened before tilling;'however, extremely

wet soil will "ball-up" or clump during tili-

ing. Wait untilthe 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 fine shaft and slowing your tilling

operation.

oYou will find tilling much easier if you

leave a row untilledbetween 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 trac-

tion. To get through a really tough sec-

t=onof sod or hard ground, apply upward

pressure on handle or lower the depth

stake_ '

CULTIVATING

Cultivatingis destroying the weeds

between rows to prevent them from rob-

bing nourishmentand 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 outerside

shieldsto protect small plants from being

buried.

oCultivate 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 growthof

weeds and grass.

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TINE SHEAR PiNS

The tine assemblies on your tiller are

secured to the fine shaft with shear pins

(See "TINE REPLACEMENT" inthe

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.

SCHEDULE

FILL tN DATES _"_ _ _

AS YOU COMPLETE /_"/f _</__/__/ SERVICE DATES

REGULAR SERVICE / q]'/ _}'/t._/_'/

......::: ................. , ill

Check EngineOil Level 1_ _/' i _'

.............................................. ,,,m,n , / /Lu,

Change EngineOtl 1_1,2

......... ,u,L

Oil PivotPoints

InspectSpark ArresterIMuffler

IH, ....................................

Inspect AirScreen

Clearl orReplace AirCleanerCartridge ill, ...........

Clean EngineCylinderFins

Replace Spark Plug _' ]

1 - Ch_mge more often when operating under a heaw toad or in high ambient temperatureS

2-Se_ce more often when operating In d_ or dusty condlUons,

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tiller does not cover

items that have been subjected to opera-

tor abuse or negligence. To receive full

value from the warranty,the operator must

maintain tiller as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustmentswill need to be made

periodicallyto properly maintain your tiller.

All adjustments in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual should

be checked at least once each season.

oOnce 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 filterassure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

oCheck engine oillevel.

, Checktine operation.

°Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unitwell lubricated (See "LUBRICA-

TION CHART").

LUBRiCATiON CHART

* Throttle Control

** Engine

Depth Stake Pin

Leveling

Shield

Hinges

Wheel Hub

* Idler Bracket

*SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL

** REFER TO CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

Disconnectspark plug wire before per-

forming any maintenance (except carbure-.

tor adjustment) to prevent accidental start-

ing of engine.

Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of

grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove

fuel from tank before tipping unit for main-

tenance. Clean muffler area of all grass,

dirt, and debris.

Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as

contact may cause bums.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG or

SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade

accordingto your expec_!edtemperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

TEMPERATURE RANGE'/_NTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL C_GE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (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). Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low

on oil.

Change the oilaftei"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 start-

ing the engine and after each five (5)

hours of continuous use. Add SAE 30

motor oilo_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 classificationSF, SG or SH.

oBe sure tiller is on level surface.

° Oil will drain more freely Whenwarm.

=Use a funnel to prevent oil spill on tiller,

and catch oil in a suitable container.

°Remove oiidrain plug and oilfill cap!dip-

stick. 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.

Refill engine with oil through oil fill

tube. See "CHECK ENGINE OIL

LEVEL" in the Operation section of this

manual.

'Oit FillCap/Dipstick

Oil

drainPtug

OilFillTube

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirtyair 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 cover screw and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

oRemove foam pre-cleaner from air

cleaner cover.

•Wash it in liquiddetergent and water.

o Squeeze it dry in aclean cloth.

° Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

°if very dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

• Reinstall pre-cleaner into air cleaner

cover.

°Reinstall cover and secure screw.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

° Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor. Clean

base carefully to prevent debris from

entering carburetor.

° Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

oReinstall cartridge, cover with pre-clean-

er and secure with screw.

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 oilcartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry

cartridge+

Foam Precleaner

Air Cleane/r Cartridge

Cover

Screw

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.

o Keep cylinder fins, levers, and linkage

free of dirt and chaff.

__ Cylinder Fins

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 re-

place if necessary, if your engine is

equipped with a spark arrester screen

assembly, remove every 50 hours for

cleaning and inspection. Replace if dam-

aged.

SPARK PLUG

Replace sparE'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 '_

Your transmission is sealed and will only

require lubrication if serviced.

CLEANING

oClean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all

foreign matter. +

o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive

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.

,_CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire

from spark plug and place wire where it

cannot come into contactwith plug+

TILLER

TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT

Select handle height best suited for your

tillingconditions. Handle height will be dif-

ferent when tiller digs into soil+

oFirst loosen handle lock lever.

•Handle can be positioned at different

settings between "HIGH" and "LOW"

positions.

oRetighten handle lock lever securely

after adjusting,

Handle (Low) Position

Handle (High) Position

Handle Lock Lever

TIRE CARE

CAUTION: When mounting tires, unless

beads are seated, overinflation can cause

an explosion.

oMaintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. If

tire pressures are not equal, tiller will

pull to one side.

oKeep tires free of gasoline or oil which

can damage rubber.

TO REMOVE WHEEL

o Place blocks under transmission to keep

tiller from tipping.

o Remove outer side shield by removing

nuts "A" and "B"°

• Remove inner side shield by removing

nuts "(3" and "D".

o Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from

wheel. _

o Remove wheel and tire., Repair tire and

reassemble.

Clevis

Hairpin

Clip Nut"B"

Nut "A

Inner Side Shield

Outer Side Shield

TO REMOVE BELT GUARD

NOTE: For ease of removal, remove hair-

pin clip and clevis pin from left wheel, Pull

wheeltout from tiller about 1inch.

oRemove two (2) cap nuts and washers

from side of belt guard.

o Remove hex nut and washer from bot-

tom of belt guard (located behind

wheel).

oPull belt guard out and array from unit.

oReplace belt guard by reversing above

procedure°

Cap NUt

and

Washer

Belt Guard

and

Washer

(Located

Behind

Hairpin Clip and Clevis Pin

TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE

BELT

o Remove belt guard as described in "TO

REMOVE BELT GUARD",

°Loosen belt guides "A" and "B" and

also stud "C".

oRemove old belt by slipping from engine

pulley first then remove from transmis-

sion pulley.

oPlace 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,

o Tighten belt guides "A" and "B" and stud

"C".

o Check belt adjustment as described

below.

o Replace belt guard°

o Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin

and hairpin clip.

GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUST-

MENT

For proper belt tension, the extension

springshould have about 5/8 inchstretch

when drive control bar is in "ENGAGED"

position. This tension can be attained as

follows:

•Loosen cable clip screw securing the

drive controlcable,

oSlide cable forward for less tension and

rearwa_'dfor more tension until about 5/8

inch stretch is obtained while the drive

controlbar is engaged.

°Tighten cable clip screw securely.

Belt Guide "A"_ ClipScrew

DriveControlCable

idler Pulley,

Transmission Pulley Extension S

TINE REPLACEMENT "

_kCAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear

gloves or other protectionwhen handling

tines.

A badly worn tine causes your tiller to work

harder and dig more shallow. Most impor-

tant, worn tinescannot chop and shred

organic matter as effectively nor bury it as

deeply as goodtines, A tine this worn °

needs to be replaced_

Les_on

New Tine

Tine i

3-i12=Max ---H

_\Tine_

Counter "line

Rotation

Sharp Edge

Sharp Egde

Sha_ Edge

Shear Pin

ENGUNE

Maintenance, repair,or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customers

expense, may be performed by any non-

road engine repair establishment or indi-

vidual. Warranty repairs must be per-

formed by an authorized engine manufac_=

turer'sservice 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 controllever to "FAST"position.

oif throttle lever on engine touches high

speed stop, no further adjustment is

necessary. If throttlelever does not

touch high speed stop, continue with

adjustment procedure.

°Loosen cable clamp screw.

o=Move throttle lever up,until it touches

high speed stop, and t'ioldin this posi-

tion.

oTighten cable clamp screw securely.

Throttle

Cable

High

Speed

Stop Clamp Screw Throttle

[.ever

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the fac-

tory and adjustment should not be neces-

sary. However, engine performance can

be affected by differences in fuel, tempera-

ture, altitude or load. If the carburetor

does need adjustment, contact your near-

est authorized service center/department

IMPORTANT: never tamper with the

engine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs adjust-

ing, contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center/department, which has the

proper equipment and experience to make

any necessary adjustments.

Immediately prepare your tillerfor storage

at the end ofthe season or if the unit will

not be used for 30 days or more.

_CAUTION: Never store the tillerwith

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

o Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in

the Customer Responsibilitiessection of

this manual).

o Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructionsin the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

oLubricate as shown in the Customer

Responsibilitiessection of this manual.

oBe 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 sur-

faces; sand lightly before painting.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: it is importantto 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 dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage.

oDrain the fuel tank.

°Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

°Never use engine or carburetor cleaner

productsin 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 sta-

bilizer to gaso!ine in fuel tank or storage

container. AlWays follow the mix ratio

found on stabiliZe;rcontainer. Run engine

at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer

to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure-

tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbu-

retor if usingfuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean oil. (See "ENGINE" in the

Customer Responsibilitiessection of this

manual).

CYLINDER

° Remove spark plug.

oPour 1 ounce (29 ml) of oilthrough

spark plug hole into cylinder.

oPull starter handle slowly several times

to distributeoil.

•Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

oDo not store gasoline from one season

to another.

oReplace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

•if possible, store your unit indoorsand

cover it to give protectionfrom dust and

dirt,

• Coveryourunitwitha suitableprotective

coverthatdoes notretainmoisture.Do

not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe

which allows condensation to form and

will cause your unit to Past.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tiller while

engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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 plugwire.

8. Bad spark plug or

impropergap:

9o Carburetor out of adjust-

ment.

1. Throttle control notset

properly.

2: Dirtyair cleaner.

3_ Bad spark plug or

improper gap.

4. Stale or dirty fuel.

5. Loose spark plug wire.

6. Carburetor out of o

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 dirtyfuel.

7. Water in ft_el.

8. Clogged fuel tank.

9. Spark plug wire loose.

wire.

10, Dirty engine air screen.

1!o Dirty/clogged muffler.

12. Carburetor out of

adjustmenL

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 air cleaner car

tridge.

5. Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

and refilltank with fresh gasoline.

6. Remove fuel tank and clean.

7. Make sure spark plug wire is seat

ed properlyon plugo

8. Replace spark plug or adjust gapr

9. Make necessary adjustments.

1. Place throttle control in"FAST"

positJon.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner car

tridge.

3. Replace spark plug or adjust gap.

4. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh

gasoline.

5. Make sure spark plug wire is seat

ed properly on plug,,

6. Make necessary adjustments.

1. Set depth stake and wheels for

shallower tilling.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner car

tridge_

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 carburetor,

and refilltank with fresh gasoline.

8. Remove fuel tank and clean.

9. Connect and tighten spark plug

10. Clean engine air screen°

11o Clean/replace muffler.

12. Make necessary adjustments.

13. Contact an authorized Sears

Service Center/Department.

PROBLEM

Engineoverheats

Excessivebounce/

difficulthandling

Soilballsupor

clumps

Enginerunsbut

tillerwon't move

Enginerunsbut

laborswhentilling

CAUSE

1. Low oil level/dirtyoil.

2. Dirty engine air screen.

3. Dirt',,engine.

4. Partially plugged muffler.

5. Improper carburetor

adjustment.

1o Ground too dry and hard.

2. Wheels and depth stake

incorrectlyadjusted°

1, Ground too wet.

1. Tine control is not engagsdo

2. V-belt not correctly adjusted,

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

1. _lling toodeep,

2o ThrotfJe control not properly

adjusted.

3. Carburetor out of adjustment,

CORRECTION

1. Check oil level/change oil.

2. Clean engine air screen.

3. Clean cylinder fins, air screen, muf

tier area.

4. Remove and clean muffler.

5. Adjust carburetor to richerposi

tiono

............................................._u,, ,..................

1, Moisten ground or wait for more

favorable soil conditions,

2. Adjust wheels and depth stake,

1. Wait for more favorable soil condi

tions,

1. Engage tine control

2. Inspect/adjust V-belt,

3. Inspect V-belt.

...................................... ....................................,'L_L'W,, ...................................

1, Set depth stake for shallower till

ing.

2. Check throttlecontrol setting,

3. Make necessary adjustments.

HANDLES

TELLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293401

31 \

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

127012X

141406

110673X

127254X

6712J

137119

11O641X

71191008

7201o520

110646X

STD624003

81328

110741X

109313X

110702)(

STD5337 ! 0

109229)(

DESCRIPTION

Throttle,Control

Grip, Handle

Grommet, Handle

Bar, Ddve Control Assembly

Cap, Vinyl

Panel, Control

Bushtng, Split

*Screw, Pan Head #10-24

*Bolt,5/16-18 x 2-I/2

Hand_e,Grip

*CIlp, Hatrpin

Bolt,Shoulder

Handle, Shift

Grommet, Rubber

Red, Shift

*Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5

Lock,Handle

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO,

t8 STD541437 "Nut,Centedock 3/8-t6

19 19131611 Washer t3/32 x 1 x 11 Ga.

20 109228X Lever, Lock, Handle

21 150258 Handle, Assemble

22 121145X Clip, Plastic, Cable

23 86777 Screw, Hex, Washer Hal, Slotted

#10-24 x 1/2

24 9484R Clip

25 73970500 Locknut,Hex,Range

26 110675)( Clutch,Cable

27 STD541025 "Nut,Hex 1/4-20

2B STD551125 *Washer,Lock 1/4

29 STD541462 "Nut,Keps #10-24

3t 150696 Bo_t,Pivot

* STANDARD HARDWARE- -PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: AI; component dimensions given inU.S.. inches.

1inch= 254 mm

TELLER .. -MODEL NUMBER 917.293401

MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE

15 17 23

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

STD541431

STD551137

STD541037

74930566

154734

110111X

STD532505

8700J

86777

9484R

STD551125

STD541025

23230506

120938X

STD551031

145102

STD541031

12000028

110653X

145216

104214}(

5015,!

126952

795R

DESCRIPTION KEY

NO.

Nut, Keps 5/t6-18 24

*Washer, Lock :3/8 25

*Nut, Hex 3/8-16 26

Bolt,He}{ 5/16-18 x4-1/4 27

Screw ShiftLever 28

Lever, Shift 29

*Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 30

Gr_5 31

Rate, ShiftIndicator 32

Screw,Hex, Washer Head, 33

Slotted#10-24 x 1/2 34

Clip 35

*Washer, Lock 1/4 36

*Nut, Hex 1/4-20 37

*Screw,Set, 5/16-18 x 3/8 38

Spacer,Split 0.327 x 0.42 39

x 2°68 41

*Washer 11132x 11116x t6 Ga. 42

Sheave,Transmission 43

*Nut, Hex 5116-18 44

Ring,Retainer

Guard,Pinch Point

Spacer,Split 0_327x 0A2

x 1.686

Nut, Cap 5/16-16

Tire

Rim

Tire Valve

PART /DESCRIPTION

NO.

126875X Rivet, Ddfled

STD624003 "Clip,Hatrpin

131159X574 Guard, Belt

132801 Belt,V

104679}{ Pulley,idler

12000032 Ring,Kllp

159229 Bracket,Idler

102384X Bolt, Hex 5/16-16 x 12

102141X Shaft, Idler Arm

STD523710 *Bolt, He}{ 3/8-16 x I

102383X Counterweight,L.H.

74760532 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1 1/2

102331X Bracket, Reinforcement,LH.

130812 Sheave, Engine

145822 Stud,Guard Belt

140062 Cap, Plunger

19111610 Washer 11132x 1 x 10 Ga.

151004 Spacer

69180 Nut Lock #10-24

164173 Belt, Keeper

=STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: A!lcomponentdimensionsgiven tn UoSoinches.

Iinch= 25.4 mm

TILLER - - MODEL HUMBER 917.293401

MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE

i/"

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 157976

2 73970500

3 STD551031

4 74760512

5 102332X

6 74760532

7 102173)(

8 STD551137

9 STD541037

10 74760524

DESCRIPTION

Bumper

Locknut,Hex, Range 5/16-

*Washer 11/32 x 11116x 16

Ga.

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

Bracket, Reinforcement

Bolt,Hex 5/16-18 x 2

Counter Weight, R.Ho

*Washer, Lock 3/8

*Nut, Hex 3/8-16

Bolt,Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

11 STD624003 *Clip, Hairpin

12 126875X Rivet, Drilled

13 5015J Tire

128952 Rim

795R Tire Valve

14 STD541431 *Nut, Keps 5/16-18

15 ...... Engine, (See Breakdown)

Craftsman Model No.

143.986001

STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE:AllcomponentdimensionsgivenInU.Solrtches.

1 inch= 25A mm

TRANSMISSION

TILLER --MODEL NUMBER 917.293401

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 154354

2150698

31062!1X

4 5020J

5 1370H

6 137335

7 145101

84895H

9 154467

10 7392M

11 10037IK

12 106t60X

13 142145

14 8353J

15 12000039

t6 154466

18 435_J

19 12000040

20 102114X

21 1021t5X

22 6803J

23 I021tlX

24 STD55!143

25 STD541143

27 143009

28 106390)(

29 102'134X

DESCRIPTION

Transmission Assembly (Includes

Key Noso2-52)

Gearcase, LH. w/Bearing (Includes

Key Noo4)

Gasket, Gearcase

Bearing, Needle

Washer,Thrust 5/8 x 1o10x 1/32

Pinion, Input

Shaft, Input

Bearing,Needle

Washer, Seal

Ball, Steel

Spring,Shift,Fork

O-Ring

Arm, Shift

Fork,Sh_fl

Ring, Klip

Shaft, Shift

Washer

Ring,Kiip

Gear,Assembly,Reverse tdler

(Includes Key Noso21 and 22)

Gear, Reverse Idler

Bearing, Needle

Shaft, ReverseIdler

*Washer, Lock 7/16

*Nut, Hex 7/16.20

Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive LH

Spacer 0,765 x t.125 x 1 23

Chain #35-50 Pitch

KEY PART

NO. NO.

30 150737

31 !43008

32 !06388X

33 102121X

34 102112X

35 102101X

36 154355

37 4422J

38 154356

39 105345X

40 105346X

41 8358J

42 4220R

43 106146X

44 155236

48 150700

49 132688

50 106147X

51 17720408

52 73220500

53 165140

-- 6066J

DESCRIPTION

GroundShaftAssembly

Bearing, Shaft,GroundDriveR.H

Spacer 0_70 x 1o00x 1.150

Sprocket and Gear Assembly

Shaft, Reduction (2nd)

Screw, Whiz, Lock 5/16-18 x 3-1/2

Sprocket Assembiy w/Bearing

(Includes Key Nos 37 and 38)

Bearing, Needle

Sprocket,"13ne

Gear, CLuster,Red 1st & 2nd

Gear, Reverse

;;_Shaft,Reduction (1st)

rWasher, Thrust

Spacer 1.01 x 175 x 0760

Seal AsmoOli

Gearcase, R.H. w/Bearing (Includes

Key No. 8)

Shaft,,"Fine

Chain, RoUer #50-50 Pitch

Screw 1/4.20 x 1/2

"Nut, Hex 5/16-18

BearingKit, Tine Shaft

Grease, Plastilube#1

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NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches

1inch= 254 mm

TINE SHIELD

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293401

KEY PART

NO. NO.

t 980OO129

2 t61415X574

3 8393J

4 1200O036

5 STD533107

6 83943

7 B392J

8109230X

9124289X574

10 STD533110

11 STD541031

12 STD551131

13 72110510

14 !24311X

15 161414)(574

16 73510400

DESCRIPTION

Nut,Range 5/16.18

Shield,Side,OuterL H,,

Pin,Stake,Depth

Ring,I'¢lip

"Bolt,Carriage5/16-18x3/4 Gr

Spring

Bracket,Latch

Spdng,DepthStake

Shietd,Tine

*Bolt,Cardage5/16-18x 1Gro5

*Nut,Hex 5/16-18

*Washer,Lock5/16

Bott,Carriage5/16-18x1-i/4

BracketShield'iine

Shield,Side,OuterR,H_

Nut,Hex 11420

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO,

17 162175 Nut, Wing Forged5/16-18

18 STD532512 *Bolt,Carriage 1/4.20 x 1-114

Gr. 5

19 t02701X Grip

20 STD541037 *Nut, Hex 3/8.16

21 102155X Stake, Depth

22 74930632 Bolt,Hex 3/6-16 x 2

23 4440J Hinge

24 72140404 "Bolt'Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/4

25 6712J Cap, Vinyl

26 109227X Pad, Idler

27 102595X574 Sh;eld, Leveling

28 120588X Pin, Hinge

29 I24309X574 Shield,Side

30 73970500 Locknut,Hex, Range

*STANDARDHARDWARE- - PURCHASELOCALLY

NOTE: AflcomponentdimensIonsgivenIn U.SoInches

i inch=25.4 mm

,26

TBLLER- =MODEL NUMBER 917.293401

TINE ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

4459J

132673

6554J

STD624006

132727

736106O0

STD551137

74610616

DESCRIPTION

Tine, Outer, L.H.

Pin, Shear

Tine, Inner, LH.

*Cttp, Hairpin

Assembly, Hub and Plate, LH,

Nut, Hex 318-24

*Washer, Lock 3/8

Bolt,Hex 3/8-24 x I

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO,

9 4460J _ne, Outer,R.Ho

10 132728 Assembly,Huband Plate,Roll.

11 6555J "Fine,Inner,R.H_

*STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninUoSoinches.

1 inch=25.4 mm

DECALS

TILLER =-MODEL HUMBER 917.293401

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

1 158095 Decal,Logo

2 145023 Decal,Logo

3 157982 Decal,Logo

4 157983 Decal,Description

5 137538 Decal,Caution,DriveControl

6 120431X Decal,HandPlacement

7 102180)( Decal,ShlftIndicator

8 157984 Decal,'11qe,Shield,CounterRotatingTines

9 120075X Decal,Warning,Rotating_nes

10 163094 Decal,TinsDepthStake

11 162215 Decal,'rine,Shield,WarningDoro

12 164527 Decal

--164437 Manual,Owner's(English)

-- t64438 Manua!,Owner's(Spanish)

TILLER - - MODEL HUMBER 917.293401

ENGINE, TECUMSEH - - MODEL NUMBER 143.986001

161A 161

185 184/ 245A

5_€_

TDLLER -.. MODEL NUMBER 917.293401

ENGINE, TECUMSEH --MODEL NUMBER 143.986001

301

65 60 341 342

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 37107A

2 26727

14 6-51052

15 37108

16 37110

19 371'11

20 32600

25 36621

25A 36622

26 3020O

30 34740

35 651053

DESCRIPTION

Cylinder(IncL2, 20 &72)

Dowel Pin

Washer

GovernorRod

GovernorLever

ExtensionSpdng

Oi! Seal

AirBaRe (Left)

Air Baffle(Right)

Screw, 10-24 x 9116"

Crankshaft

Screw,10-32 x 63/64"

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

29216

37109

40004

40005

36070

36071

40006

40007

20381

261

370A

I26O

390

/287

/©

DESCRIPTION

Lock Nut, 10-32

Retaining Ring

Piston, Pln & Ring Set (Std,)

Piston, Pin & Ring Set (,010"

os)

Piston& Pin Assay (Std,) (IncL

43)

Piston & PinAssOy

(,,010"OS) (IncL 43)

Ring Set (Std,.)

Ring Set (.010" OS)

Piston Pin Retaining Ring

TILLER - - MODEL HUMBER 917,293401

ENGINE, TECUMSEH --MODEL NUMBER

KEY PART

NO. NO.

45 32875A

46 32610A

48 35616

49 36611

50 37040

60 36623A

64 650738

65 30200

69 36624

70 36625

72 27642

75 27897

B0 30574A

,91 30590A

82 30591

83 36057

86 650488

89 610961

90 6!1205

92 650815

93 650816

100 34443B

101 610118

103 651007

110 36054

119 36719

120 36721

125 36471

125 36472

t26

126

130

130A

135

150

151

153

154

155

157

158

159

160

161

161A

173

178

182

t54

165

186

2OO

206

2O7

209

29314C

29315C

650912

650999

34645

37039

31673

36649

650913

35624A

650914

36629

35626

36630A

651008

651012

36675A

650852

65O451

26756

36631

36711

36736

610973

36632

650821

143.986001

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

ConnectingRodAssOy 210 27793

(Incl. 46 & 49) 211 28942

ConnectingRod Bott 223 650451

Valve Lifter 224 36581

OilDipper 238 28820

Camshaft(lnc], 253 & 254) 239 27272A

Blower Housing Extension 240 36633A

Screw,1/4-20 x 5/8" 245 36046

Screw,10_24x 9/16" 245A 36634

Cylinder Cover Gasket 250 37072

Cylinder Cover (lncL 75 thru B3) 250A 37074

Otf Drain Ptug 251 650886

Oil Sea_ 252 650821

GovernorShaft 253 36701

Washer 254 36702

GovernorGearAssOy (incL81) 260 36992

GovernorSpool 261 651008

Screw,1/4_20 x t-1/4" 261A 650821

Rywheel Key 262 651008

Rywheel 275 36759

Beltev]l[eWasher 277 650988

Flywheel Nut 285 35985B

SolidState Ignltion 287 --

SparkPtug Cover 290 30705

Screw,TorxTo15,10-24 x 15/16" 292 26460

Ground Wire 298 650665

CylinderHead Gasket 300 36875

CylinderHead 301 36246

ExhaustValve (Std.) (lncL 151) 305 36877

Exhaust Valve 307 35499

(t/32" OS) (incL 151) 308 37079

IntakeValve (Std,) (IncL 151) 310 36878

IntakeValve (1/32"OS) (InoL 313 34080

151) 325 29443

Screw,5/16-18 x 14/2" 327 35392

Screw,5/16-18 x 2.41/64" 340 36876

Resfstor Spark Plug (RN4C) 341 36644

Valve Spdng 342 651010

Valve SpringCap 342A 650738

Push Rod Guide 370A 36261

Rocker Arm Stud 380 640025

RockerArm 390 590736

Nut, 1/4-28 400 36720

Push Rod

RockerArm Cover Gasket 416 36085

RockerArm Cover

Screw, 114-20x 31/64" 417 650760

Stud 600 651013

Breather Tube 900 --

Nut, 1/4-20 900 _w

Screw,!/4-20 x t"

Carburetor To intakePipe

Gasket

Intake Pipe

Governor Unk

ControlBracket

(lncl. 206, 21o & 211)

Terminal

ThrottleLink

Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"

DESCRIPTION

ConduitClip

Screw,10-32 x3/8"

Screw,1/4-20 x 1"

Intake Pipe Gasket

Screw, 10-32 x 1t2"

Air Cleaner Gasket

Air Cleaner Body (Inclo239)

Air Cleaner Filter

Air Cleaner Filtar (Poly)

Air Cleaner Cover

Air Cleaner Baffle

Wing Nut

Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"

Compression Release Weight

Compression Release Spring

Blower Housing

Screw,1/4-20 x 31/64"

Screw, 10-32 x 1/2"

Screw, 1/4-20 x 31/64"

Mumer

Screw, 114-20x 2-9132"

StarterCup

Rivet (Can be purchased locally)

Fuel Une

Fuel Line Clamp

Screw,1/4-15 x 3/4"

,FuelTank (Incl 292 & 301)

FuelCap

OilFillTube

00_) Ring

FiliTube Clip

Dipstick

Spacer

Wire Clip

StarterPlug

Fuel Tank Bracket (Upper)

Fuel Tank Bracket (Lower)

Screw, 1/4-20 x 7/8"

Screw, 1/4-20 x5/8"

LubricationDecal

Carburetor(Incl. 184)

Rewind Starter

Gasket Set

(IncLitems Marked * in Notes)

SparkArrestor Kit

(IncL 4'17) (Optional)

Screw,8-32 x 3/8"

Washer

Replacement Engine - None

Replacement S/B 754293,

order from 71-999

RPM High 3450 to 3750

RPM Low 1650 to 1950

NOTE: Th_sengine couldhave been buBtwith59074B

starter,,

NOTE: All componen.t dimensions given inUoS,,inches

1inch= 25,4 mm' ;

TILLER - -MODEL NU 'IBER 917.293401

ENGINE, TECUMSEH --MODEL HUMBER 143.986001

KEY PART

_'2 NO. NO.

---- 640025

1 631615

_2 631767

4 631184

5 631163

6 631036

7 650506

16 632'164

17 650417

18 630766

20 640018

20A 640053

25 631867

27 631024

28 632019

29 631028

30 631021

31 631022

35 36045A

36 640019

37 632547

40 640015

44 27110

47 630748

413 631027

KEY PART

NO. NO.

_590735

1 590599A

2 590600

3 590696

4 590601

5 590697

6 59069B

7 590699

6590700

11 590705

t2 590535

13 590701

KEY PART

NO. NO.

-- 590748

1 590599A

2 590600

3 590679

4 590601

5 590676

6 590680

7 590412

85906B1

11 590747

12 590535

13 59070I

DESCRIPTION

Cadmretor

(]nrJ_184or EnginePartslist)

ThrotUeShaft& LeverAssembly

Th_tt]eReturnSpdng

DustSealWasher

DustSeal(Throttle)

ThrottleShutter

ShutterScrew

FuelRtting

ThrottleCrackScrew/

IdleSpeedScrew

TensionSpdng

IdleRestrictorScrew

IdleRestdctorScrewCap

RoatBowl

RoarShaft

Roat

RoarBowl(_00 Ring

InletNeedle,Seat,& Clip(Incl.,

31)

SpringClip

PrimerBulb/RetainerRing

MainNozzJeTube

006 Ring,MainNozzleTube

HighSpeedBowlNut

BowlNutWasher

WelchRug,IdleMixtureWeU

WelchPlug,A'lmospheficVent

DESCRIPTION

RewtndStarter

SpringPin (Incl. 4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

BrakeSpring

StarterDog

Dog Spring

Pulley& Rewind SpringAssC)yo

Sta,_erHousingAss_)yo

StarterRope (98' x 9t64" die.)

StarterHandle

DESCRIPTION

Recoi_Starter

SpringPin (IncL4)

Washer

Retainer

Washer

BrakeSpring

StarterDog

DogSpring

Pulley& RewindSpring

Assembly

StarterHousingAssembly

StarterRope

(Length98_'x 9t64"dial)

StarterHandle

Forthe repair or replacement parts you need

delivered directly to your home

Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7days a week

1=800=366 PART

(1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a

domicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800o4-REPAnR

(1-800-473-7274)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a

domicilio - 1-800-676-5811

For the location of aSears 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

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following

information:

oProduct Type • Part Number

o Model Number o Part Description

America sRepasr Speciattsts

164437 Rew 5 4_13o98 TR Printed in U_S.A.

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