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S A/ S
OWNER'S
MANUAL

MODEL NO.
917.298352

£RR
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment

5.0 P
24
C TJNE WIDTH
FRONT TI E TJLLE

• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
, Service and Adjustment
oRepair Parts

SEARS,

ROEBUCK

AND CO., HOFFMAN

ESTATES,

IL 60195 U.S.A.

Safe Operation

SAFETY
RULES Powered
for Walk-Behind

Practices

•

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 equipment, Never
allow adults to operate the equipment without proper
instruction.
Keep the area of operati on 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.

•

o
•
•
•

• 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.
,

•

Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine (motor) is running (except where specifically
recommended 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 passengers.
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,
'Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

Tillers

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 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,
Do 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,
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
tilt 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 (such as wheel weights,
counterweights, cabs, and the like),
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
*

Rotary

AND STORAGE

Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe
working condition.
Check shear pins, enginemounting
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.

- IMPORTANT CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL
INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL.
CAUTION: Look for this symbol to point
out important
safety precautions.
It
means --Attention!
Become Alert! Your
safety is involved.

IMPORTANT:
POSSIBILITY

USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE
OF DAMAGING
THtS EQUIPMENT.

tS A

NOTE: Gives essential information that will aid you to better
understand, incorporate, or execute a particular set of instructions.

PRODUCT

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of a Sears Tiller.
It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to
give you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized Sears
Service Center/Department,
They have competent, welltrained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair
this unit,

HORSEPOWER:

5.0 HP

DISPLACEMENT:

12.57 cu. in.

GASOLINE CAPACITY:

3 QUARTS
(UNLEADED)

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly.
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL
NUMBER

SPECIFICATIONS

OIL (20 OZ. CAPACITY):

SAE 30W
(SAE t0W 30)

SPARK PLUG (GAP .030 IN,):

Champion
RJ19LM

917.298352

SERIAL
NUMBER

MAINTENANCE

DATE OF
PURCHASE

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE
FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO
THE RIGHT HAND ENGINE BRACKET.

CUSTOMER

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP tN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

AGREEMENT

RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

•

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your tiller.
Follow
the
instructions
under
"Customer
Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's
Manua].

•

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

ON CRAFTSMAN

TILLER

For one year from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Tiller is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to
the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in
material or workmanship.
This Warranty does not cover:
•

Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as tines, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts.

•

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to
maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual.

•

If this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warranty applies for only 30 days from the
date of purchase.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN TILLER 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/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, CHICAGO, IL 60195

- IMPORTANTThis 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 Pubiic 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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MAINTENANCE ......................................................
12-14
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ................... ;.................. 12
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ................................. 14-17
STORAGE ....................................................................
18
TROUBLESHOOTING
............... :................................. 19
REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ........................................ 20-24
REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE ....................................... 25-29

INDEX
R

A
Accessories .....:................................

Adjustments:
Carburetor ............................... t7
Depth Stake ............................... 9
Handle Height .......................... 14
Tines ................................... 14-15
V-Belt ....................................... 16
Wheels ....................................... 9
Air Cleaner ..................................... 13

,B
Belt, V-:
Belt Guard ............................... t6
Repair Parts ............................. 21
V-Belt Replacement ................. 16

C
Cooling System .............................. 13
Controls:
Choke ........................................ 8
Throttle ...................................... 8
Tines ..........................................
8
Cultivating ......................................

D
Depth Stake:
Adjustment ................................. 9
Repair Parts ............................. 22

E
Engine:
Air Cleaner; .............................. 13
Cooling System ....................... 13
Fuel Type ................................. t 0
Lubrication ............................... 13
Oil Level ................................... 10
Oil Type .............................. 10,13
Repair Parts ........................ 25-29
Spark Ptug ............................... 14
Starting .................................... t0
Stopping .................................... 9
Storage ........ :........................... ! 8
Winter Opera[ion ...................... 1q

Fuel:
Filling Tank ..............................
Storage ....................................
Type .........................................
Finish;
Maintenance ............................

10
18
10

Repair Parts
Tiller .................................... 20*24
Engine ................................ 25-29
Rules for Safe Operation .................. 2

H
Handle:
Height Adjustment ................... 14
Repair Parts ............................. 20

L
Lubrication:
Lubrication Chart .................... 12
Engine ...................................... 13

M
Maintenance:
Air Cleaner ............................... 13
Cooling System ........................ 13
Finish ....................................... 14
Maintenance Schedule ............ 12
Muffler ...................................... 14
Oil Change ............................... 13
Spark Plug ............................... 14
Transmission ........................... 14
Muffler:
Maintenance ............................ 14
Spark Arrester ........................... 3

O
Oil:
Level ........................................ 10
Type .................................... 10,13
Operation:
Cultivating ................................ 11
Fill Fuel Tank ........................... 10
Starting Engine ........................ 10
Stopping Tines & Engine ........... 9
Tilling ......................................... 9
Tilling Hints .............................. ! 1
Tine Operation ........................... 9
Transporting Tiller .................... 10
Winter Operation ...................... t3

Service & Adjustments:
Carburetor ............................... 17
Handle Height .......................... 14
Tines ................................... 14-15
V-Belt ....................................... 16
Wheels ....................................... 9
Service:
Repair Parts ........................ 20-29
Service Record ........................ t 2
Spark Plug:
Gap ............................................. 3
Maintenance ............................ 14
Storage:
Fuel System .............................
Tiller .........................................

t8
18

T
Tilling ................................................
9
Tines:
Arrangement ....................... 14-15
Operation ................................... 9
Repair Parts ............................. 23
Replacement ........................... 15
Transmission:
Maintenance ............................ 14
Repair Parts ............................. 24
Troubleshooting ............................. 19
Transporting ................................... 10

W
Warranty ........................................... 3
Wheels:
Adjustments ............................... 9
Repair Parts ............................. 22

ACCESSORIES
i

These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are also available at most Sears Retail
outlets, Catalog and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the mode!
number of your tiller.

ENGINE
SPARK

PLUG

MUFFLER

A,RF,LTE_ GASCAN

ENGINE

OIL

STABILIZER

TILLER MAINTENANCE
BELT

TINES

CLEVIS

HAIRPIN

CLIP

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ASSEMBLY
.......................................

TO ASSEMBLE
(1)
(1)
(1)
(2)
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(1)
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YOUR TILLER

YOU WILL NEED:

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OPERATOR'S

Utility knife
Pair of pliers
Screwdriver
1/2" wrenches
Ratchet
Socket extension
1/2" socket

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POSITION

(See Fig. 1)

The right hand (R.H.) and left hand (L,H,) sides of your
tiller are determined from the operator's position while
standing behind tiller,
FRONT

LEFT

RIGHT

OPERATOR'S
POSITION
FIGURE 1

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PACK

(1) Plastic Cabl e Clip

(2) Carriage Bolts 5/16-18 UNC x 2-3/8 Gr, 5

(2) Flange Locknuts 5/16-18 UNC

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(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

(2) Hex Nuts 5/16_18

(2) Lock Washers

5/16

ASSE
UNPACK
Fig. 2)

CARTON

& iNSTALL

HANDLE

(See

_Y
INSTALL DEPTH
(See Fig. 3)

STAKE

ASSEMBLY

Insert stake support between engine bracket halves
with stake spring down.
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staples when handling or disposing of
CAUTION: material,
Be careful of exposed
cartoning

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IMPORTANT:
WHEN UNPACKLNG AND ASSEMBLING
TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK
CABLE(S).
•

Cut cable ties securing handle column.

•

Slowly lift
mount.

•

Remove packing from carton,

•

Secure handle column to handle mount using two (2}
carriage bolts and two (2) flange Iocknuts.
Insert
plastic cabIe clip into hole in handle column. Tighten
both flange locknuts securely,

handle column up and slip over handle

NOTE: tt may be necessary to loosen nut "A'.
•

Bott stake support to engine brackets with bolts, lock
washers and nuts. Tighten securely, AIso tighten nut
"A" if it was necessary to loosen.

•

Depth stake must move freely. If it does not, loosen
support bolt.

HANDLE
*

Route clutch cable through plastic cable clip on handle
column.
•

Remove packing material from handle assembIy.

•

Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid,

•

Cut away carton and remove tiller from skid by puliing
backwards.

Hand!e height may be adiusted to better suit operator,
(See HANDLE HEIGHT in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

TILLING
•

HEIGHT

WIDTH

Tilling width may be adjusted to better handle your
tilling conditions (See "TINE ARRANGEMENT" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this manual),

TINE OPERATION
•

Check tine operation before first use. (See "TINE
OPERATION CHECK" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).
ENGINE
'HALVES

BRACKET

HANDLE
MOUNT
TtNE CONTROL
CABLE

DEPTH
STAKE

HEXBOLTS
LOCK
WASHERS
AND HEXNUTS

FIG. 3

SOLT
FLANGE
LOCKNUT

FIG. 2

CABLE
CLIP

SUPPORT
BOLT

OPERATION
KNOW YOUR TfLLER
READ THIS OWNER'S

MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER,

Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.
this manual for future reference.

Save

CONTROL

RECOIL
STARTER
HANDLE

FiG, 4

MEETS ANSI SAFETY

REQUIREMENTS

Sears front tine tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

TINECONTROL - Engages tines.
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.
THROTTLE CONTROL - Controls engine speed.

DEPTH STAKE - Controls forward speed and the depth at
which the tiller wi!t dig.
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine.

OPERATION
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 wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles
or standard safety glasses.

TILLING

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER
STOPPING

The speed and depth of tilling is regulated by the position
of the depth stake and wheel height.

(See Fig. 5)

Move throttle control to "STOP" position.

The depth stake shouId always be below the wheels for
digging, tt serves as a brake to stow the tiller's forward
motion to enable the tines to penetrate the ground. Also,
the more the depth stake is lowered into the ground the
deeper the tines will dig.

Never use choke to stop engine.

DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 6)

TINES
,

Release tine control to stop movement.

ENGINE

Adjust depth stake by removing the hairpin clip and clevis
pin. Change depth stake to desired position. Replace the
clevis pin and hairpin clip.

TINE CONTROL
"OFF" (UP) POSITION

For normal tilling, set depth stake at the second or third
hole from the top.

WHEELS (See Fig, 6)
Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin.
Change wheel position. Replace the hairpin clip and clevis
pin.
°
TINE CONTROL
"RUNNING"
(DOWN) POSITION

For normal tilling, set wheets at the second or third hole
from the top.
HAIRPIN CLIP
AND CLEVIS PIN

THROTTLE

CHOKE

DEPTH
STAKE

HAIRPIN CLIP
AND CLEVIS PIN

FIG. 5

TINE OPERATION

(See Fig. 5)

Start engine and move throttle control to desired speed.
•

Squeeze tine controJ to handle.

FIG. 6

OPERATIC
TRANSPORTING

YOUR

ADD GASOLINE

TILLER

•

Fil! fue! tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon
and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life,
IMPORTANT:
WHEN OPERATtNG IN TEMPERATURES
BELOW 32°F, USE FRESH, CLEAN, WINTER GRADE
GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING.

AROUND THE YARD
,
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Tip depth stake forward until it is held by the stake
spring (See Fig. 6).
Push tiller handles down, raising tines off the ground.

•

Push or pull tiller to desired locatiOn.

AROUND TOWN
•
,

Disconnect spark plug wire.
Drain fuel tank,

•

Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage,

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WARNING:
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (calted gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuet
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 untif the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See the Storage
section of this manual for addkional information. Never use
engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or
)ermanent damage may occur.

0;';ransporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to
cool. Disconnect
.sparkplug wire, Drain
gasoline from fuel tank.

BEFORE STARTING
FILL ENGINE WITH

ENGINE

CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top
of fuel tank to prevent spills and to
allow for fuel expansion,
if gasoline is
accidentally
spilled,
move machine
away from area of spill. Avoid creating
any source of ignition until gasoline
vapors have disappeared.

OIL (See Fig, 7)

IMPORTANT:
BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW
DiRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR
ADDING OIL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN SAE 30 OR10W-30
WEIGHT OIL AND STORE tN APPROVED, CLEAN,
COVERED CONTAINERS. ALL OILS MUST MEET A.P.I.
SERVICE
CLASSIFICATION
SG. USE CLEAN FiLL
FUNNELS.
•

With engine level, remove engine oil filler plug.

Fill engine with oil to point of overflowing. For approximate capac'ty see 'PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on
page 3 of this manual.
Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then re-level.

•
•

Check oil level. Refill to point of overflowing if necessary. Replace oil filler plug.

•

For cold weather operation you should change oil for
easier starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the
Maintenance section of this manual).

•

Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil
or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START

To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section of
this manual.

ENGINE

(See Fig. 8)

•

Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected.

•

Place throttle control in "FAST" position,

Place choke control in "CHOKE" position if the engine
is cold. A warm engine may require choking to start.

•

Grasp starter handle with one hand and grasp the tiller
with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until engine
reaches start of compression cycle {rope wilt pult
slightly harder at this point).

•

Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep
a firm grip on starter handle and let rope rewind slowly.
Do not let starter handle snap back against starter.

•

When engine starts slowly move choke control on
engine haifway between "CHOKE" and "RUN" positions and then to "RUN" position as engine warms up.

Move throttle control to desired running position.

•

Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before
engaging tines,

OIL

OIL
FILLER
PLUG

FIG, 7

NOTE: If at a high altitude 3000 feet or in cold temperatures
below 32°F) the carburetor fue! mixture may need to be
djusted forbest engine performance. See "TO ADJUST
CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section OT
this manual,

OPERATION
_,PARK
PLUG

•

You wil! find tilling much easier if you leave a row
untilled between passes. Then go back over the entire
area at right angles (See Fig, 9). There are two reasons
for doing this. First, wide turns are much easier to
negotiate than about-faces. Second, the tiller won't be
pulling itself, and you, toward the row next to it,

•

Set depth stake and wheel height for shallow tilling
when working extremely hard soil or sod, Then work
across the first cuts at normal depth.

CONTROL

RECO[LSTARTER
HANDLE

FIG, 8

BREAKING

iN YOUR TILLER

Break-in your belt(s), pulleys and tine control before you
actually begin titling.
.

Start engine, tip tines off ground by pressing handles
down and engage tine control to start tine rotation.
Allow tines to rotate for five minutes,

•

Check tine operation and adjust if necessary, See
"TINE OPERATION CHECK" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

TILLING

FIG. 9

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 Iayer
of soil crust will help retain moisture in the soil, Best
digging depth is 1" to 3".

HINTS

handling your tiller, start actual field
CAUT!ON:
Until you
are accustomed
to
use
with throt!!e
in s!ow
position, (midway between ' FAST' and 'IDLE').

, You will probably not need to use the depth stake,
Begin by tipping the depth stake forward until it is held
by the stake spring.

To help tiller move forward, lift up the handles slightly (thus
lifting depth stake out of ground). To stow down the tiller,
press down on handles,

, Place throttle control in stow position (midway between
"FAST" and "IDLE"). 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 (See Fig, 10),

If you are straining or tiller is shaking, the wheels and depth
stake are not set properly in the soil being tilled, The proper
setting of the wheels and depth stake is through trial and
error and depends upon the soil condition, (The harder or
wetter the ground, the slower the engine and tine speed
need ed. Under these poor conditions, at fast speed the tiller
will run and jump over the ground).

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A properly adjusted tiller will dig with little effort from the
operator,
•

•

C.S

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 unwanted vegetation, The
decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches the
soit, Depending on the climate (rainfa!t and wind), it
may be advisable to till the soil atthe end ofthe 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 titling in the fall, remove
vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping
around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation.

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FIG. 10

CUSTOM

RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check Engine

SERVICE

DATES

Oit Level

Change Engine Oil
Oil Pivot Points
Inspect Spark Arrester

Muffler

Inspect Air Screen
Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge
Clean Engine Cylinder

Fins

Replace Spark Plug
t - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions,

GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

LU BRICATION

CHART

The warranty on this unit does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
To
receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.

** ENGINE

Ait adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at Jeast once each
season.
•

*TINE

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean
or replace air filter, and check tines and belt for wear.
A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper airfuet mixture and help your engine run better and last
longer.

BEFORE

EACH

USE

Check engine oil level.

o
"

Check tine operation.
Check for loose fasteners.

*IDLER
ARM

LUBRiCATiON
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION

* SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL
*'* REFER TO ENGINE MAINTENANCE

CHART"),

SECTION

CUSTO

ESPO

Disconnect spark plug wire before performing
prevent accidental starting of engine.

LITIES

any maintenance

(except carburetor

adjustment)

Prevent fires! Keepthe engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuet 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
AIR CLEANER
LUBRICATION

(See Fig. 13)

Replace air clean er cartridge every twenty-five hours, more
often if engine is used in very dusty conditions,

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and
every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tilter
is not used for 25 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. SAE 5W_30 recto r oil may
be used to make starting easier in areas where temperature
is consistently 32 ° F or lower.

•

Loosen air cteaner screws, one on each side of cover.
Remove air cleaner cover.

Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge. Be careful. Do
not allow dirt or debris to fall into carburetor,

•

InstaII new air cleaner cartridge. Clean and replace
cover. Tighten screws securely.

NOTE: Do not attempt to clean or oil the paper cartridge.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 1t and 12)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet API service classification SG.

AIR

COVER

CLEANER
SCREW

•

Be sure tiller is on level surface.

•
•

Oil will drain more freely when warm.
Catch oil in a suitable container.

•

Tip tiller forward to drain oil.

•

After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain piug
and tighten securely.

•

Remove oil filler plug.
enter the engine.

•

Refill engine with oil. See "FILL ENGINE WITH OIL" in
the Operation section of this manual.

AIR CLEANER

Remove drain plug.

Be careful not to allow dirt to

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

FIG. t 3

COOLING
"20_

.30o

0°

.20 _

TEMPERATURE

304

.t0 °

32°

40°

RANGE ANTICIPATED

60"

10°
BEFORE

80 °

20 _

100_

30 °

NEXT OIL CHANGE

SYSTEM

(See Fig. 14)

Your engine is air cooled. For proper engine performance
and long life keep your engine clean.

40°
]

FIG. 11

•

Clean air screen frequently using a stiff-bristled brush.

•

Remove blower housing and clean as necessary.

•

Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.
CYLINDER

FINS

BLOWER
OIL
DRAIN
PLUG

AIR SCREEN

OIL FILLER
PLUG

FIG. 12

OIL LEVEL

FIG. 14

CUSTOMER

RESPONSI

LiTIES

MUFFLER

TRANSMISSION

Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with
exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters
could create afire 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.

Your transmission is sealed and wilt not require lubrication.

SPARK

CLEANING

PLUG

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season
or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spark
pIug type and gap setting is shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFfCATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

SERVICE AN
'Ah,AJ_"

CAUTION: Disconnect
contact with plug.

Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of atl foreign matter.

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,

ADJUSTMENTS

spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into

TILLER
TO ADJUST

•

TINE ARRANGEMENT
HANDLE

HEIGHT

(See Fig,

Your outer tines can be assembled in several different ways
to suit your tilling or cultivating needs,

15)

Factory assembly has provided highest handle height,
Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions.
Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil,
•

If a lower handle height is desired, loosen the four nuts
securing handle panel to engine brackets.

Slide handle panel to desired location.

Tighten the four nuts securely.

e.s or other
[

protection

dling t,nes.

when hart-

]

NORMAL TELLING - 24 INCH PATH (See Fig. 16)
•
Assembte holes "A" in tine hubs to holes "B" in tine
shaft.

PIN
.....---.
c LEVIS

ENGINE
BRACKETS

TINE
OUTER

HANDLE
_

PANEL
O

ON LEFT SiDE
OF TILLER)
HA][RPIN CLIP
I

NUTS (ALSO 2

INNER TINE

FIG. 18

FIG. 15

SERVICE AN

ADJUSTMENTS
FINAL CHECK "ON" POSITION

MID-WIDTH TILLING - 22 INCH PATH (See Fig, 17)
,
Assemble holes "A" in line hubs to holes "C" in fine
shaft.

•

With tine control "ON" (held down to handle) push down
on handle to raise tines off the ground.

•

Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines.
Tines shoutd rotate forward.

•

If tines do not rotate, inner wire of control cable is too
loose. Loosen cable clip and pull cable up to remove
slack and retighten clip.

•

Recheck in "ON" position and adjust if necessary.

to!

NOTE: If "ON" position check required adjustment, recheck "OFF" position adiustment to insure tines do not
rotate when control is "OFF" (up).

FIG. 17
NARROW TILLING/CULTIVATING

- 12-3/4 INCH PATH

(See Fig. 18)
,
Remove outer tines.

T,.ECONTROL
. •
oo1
TINE
CONTROL
CABLE

CLIP

INNER TINES ONLY

FIG. 18
NOTE: When reassembling outer tines, be sure right tine
assembly (marked "R") and left tine assembly (marked "L")
are mounted to correct side of tine shaft.

TINE OPERATION

CHECK

(See Fig. 19)

WARNING: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug to prevent starting
while checking tine operation,
For proper tine operation, tine control lever must be against
control body and all slack removed from inner wire of
control cable when control is in the "OFF" (up) position.
FIG. 19

If lever and cable are loose, loosen cable clip at lower end
of cable.
Pull up on cable to remove slack, without
extending spring on end of cable, and retighten cable clip.
FINAL CHECK "OFF"

POSITION

•

With fine control "OFF" (up}, push down on handle to
raise tines off the ground.

•

Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines.
Tines should not rotate.

If tines rotate, inner wire of control cable is too tight
which is extending lower spring and engaging tines,
Loosen cable clip and push down on cable onty enough
to relieve spring tension. Tighten cable clip.

Recheck in "OFF" position and adjust if necessary.

SERVICE AN
TO REPLACE

V-BELT

ADJUSTMENTS
BELT REPLACEMENT

(See Fig. 20)

•

Replace V-belt if it has stretched considerably or if it shows
cracks or frayed edges.
Belt guard must be removed to service belt, See "TO
REMOVE BELT GUARD" in this section of manual.

CHECK T1NE OPERATION

BELT REMOVAL
•

Remove V-belt'from
from engine pulley.

l nstali new V-belt to engine pulley first then to transmission pulley, Be sure belt is positioned on inside groove
of both pulteys, inside all belt guides and rests on idler
pulley,

transmission pulley first and then

See "TINE OPERATION
manual,

CHECK" in this section of

REPLACE BELT GUARD

BELT

GUIDE ._

ENGINE PULLEY

FIG, 20

TO REMOVE

BELT

GUARD

(See Fig. 21)

•

Remove cap nut and washer from side of belt guard.

•

Loosen (do not remove) tine shield nut on underside of
tine shield and cap nut on top of belt guard.

•

P0!I belt guard out and away from unit,

•

Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure. Be
sure slot in bottom of belt guard is under head of tine
shield bolt and alt nuts are tightened securely.

BELT GUARD

CAP NUT

CAP NUT
AND WASHER

SHIELD
NUT
SHIELD

FtG. 21

SERVICE AND ADJUSTME
ENGINE
TO ADJUST

THROTTLE

CARBURETOR

LINKAGE

TS
THROTTLE

(See Fig, 22)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjusto
ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in
fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does
need adjustment, proceed as follows.
In general, turning the needle valve in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/
air mixture. Turning the needle valve out (counterclockwise) increases the supply of fue{ to the engine giving a
richer fuel/air mixture.

iDLE SPEED
ADJUSTING SCREW

IMPORTANT:
DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE
SEATS tN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREWS
ARE TURNED IN TOO TIGHT+
PRELIMINARY

FIG. 22

SETTING

•

Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carburetor when making carburetor adjustments.

With engine off, turn needle valve in (clockwise) closing
it finger tight and then turn valve out (counterclockwise)
1-1/2 turns.

FINAL SETTING
o

Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make
final adjustments with engine running and tine control
lever in "OFF" position.

IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT
•

To adjust idle RPM, rotate throttle linkage counterclockwise and hold against stop while adjusting idle
speed adjusting screw to obtain 1750 RPM. Release
throttle linkage.

ACCELERATION
•

NEEDLE VALVE

TEST

Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST"
position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn needle valve
out (counterclockwise)
l/8 turn.
Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates smoothly.

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. OVERSPEEDINGTHE ENGINE ABOVE
THE FACTORY
HIGH SPEED SETTING
CAN BE
DANGEROUS. iF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED
HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR
NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS
PROPER EQUI PMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY
NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.

STOP

STORAGE
ENGINE

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,

OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil,
(See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of
this manual),

CYLINDERS
•

Remove spark plug.

TILLER

Pour I ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into
cylinder,

•

Pull starter handle slowly several times to distribute oil,

•

Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Customer
Responsibilities section of this manual).

•

Replace with new spark plug.

Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments
sectLon of this manual).

OTHER
*

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual.

Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust,
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline witl cause problems,

Be sure that aIt nuts, bolts and screws are securely
fastened, Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear, Replace if necessary,

If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt.

Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic, Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and
will cause your unit tc rust.

•

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightJy before painting.

ENGINE

IMPORTANT:
NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT:
IT tS 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 1NSTORAGE,
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
fuet 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
stabiIizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the Carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer,

•

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM

CAUSE

Will not start

Out of fuel.

2,
3,
4,
5.

Engine not "CHOKED"
Engine flooded.
Dirty air e{eaner,
Water in fuel,

6,
7.
8.
9.

Hard to start

Loss of power

POINTS
CORRECTION

Fill fueltank,

2,
3.
4.
5.

See "TO START ENGINE" in the Operation section,
Wait severa_ minutes before attempting to start.
Replace air cleaner cartridge.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with

Clogged fuef tank,
Loose sparkp_ug wire,
Bad spark plug or improper gap.
Carburetor out of adjustment,

fresh gasoline.
Remove fueltank

7.
8.
9.

Make Sure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug.
Replace spark plug or adjust gap.
Make necessary adjustments.

1,
2,
3.
4,
5,
6,

Throttle control not set properly,
Dirtyair cleaner,
Bad spark plug or improper gap.
Stale or dirty fuel,
Loose spark plug wire,
Carburetor out of adjustment.

t.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

P_ace throttle control in "FAST" position.
Replace air cleaner cartridge.
Replace spark plug or adjust gap.
Drain fueI tank and rditt with fresh gasoline.
Make sure spark pJug wire is seated properly on plug.
Make necessary adjustments.

1,
2.
3,
4,
5,

Engineis overloaded,
Dirty air c_eaner.
Low oii teveVdirty oil.
Faulty spark ptug,
Oil in fuel,

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Set depth stake and wheels for shaflower tilling.
Replace air cleaner cartridge.
Check oiilevetichangeoil.
Clean and regap or change spark plug.
Drain and clean fuel tank and refill, and clean
carburetor.

6.
7,

Stale or dirty fuel,
Water in fuel,

6.
7.

Drain fue_ tank and refill w;th fresh gasoline.
Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with
fresh gasoline.
Remove fuel tank and clean.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clean engine air screen.
Clean/replace muffler.
Make necessary adjustments.
Contact an authodzed service center.

8.
g.
10.
tt.
12.
t3.

properly,

Clogged fuel tank.
Sparkplug wire loose.
Dirt':/engine air screen.
Dirty/clogged muffler.
Carburetor out of adjustment,
Poor compression,

8.
9.
10.
11.
t2.
13.

and clean.

Engine overheats

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Low oil level/dirty oil.
Dirty engine air screen.
Dirty engine.
Partially plugged muffler.
Improper carburetor adjustment.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Check olIlevelichange
oil.
Clean engine air screen.
Clean cylinder fins, air screen, muffler area.
Remove and clean muffler.
Adjust carburetor to richer position.

Excessive bounce/
difficult handling

Ground too dry and hard.

Moisten ground or wait for more favorable
conditions.

Wheels and depth stake Incorrectly adjusted.

Adjust wheels and depth stake.

Soil balls up or clumps

Ground toowet.

Wait for more favorable soil conditions.

Engine runs but tiller
WOn't move

1,
2,
3,

Drive control bar is not engaged,
V-be_t not correctly adjusted,
V-bert is off pulley(s).

t.
2.
&

Engage drive control.
inspect/adjust V-belt.
Inspect V-belt.

Engine runs but
when tilltng

1,
2.
3.

Tilling too deep.
Throttle control not properly adjusted.
Carburetor out of adjustment.

1;
2.
3.

Set depth stake for shallower tilling.
Check throttle control setting.
Make necessary adjustments.

labors

soil

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER
HANDLE

- = MODEL NUMBER

917.298352

ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

STD533125

2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

137118
110512X
110632X
3066J
2635J
12000027
23200405
73970500

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO,
10
11
12
t3
--

* Bolt, Carriage
5/16-18 UNC x 2-3/8 Gr. 5
Panel, Control
Assembly, Handle Column
Grip, Handle
Cable, Tine Control
Lever, Control, Tine
Ring, Clip
Screw, Set
Locknut, Flange 5/16-18 UNC

PART
NO,
121145X
t10514X
98000129
STD533t07
120431X
127835
121858X
137608

DESCRIPTION
CIip, Cabte
Assembly, Pane! and Tube
Nut, Fiange
* Bolt, Carriage 5/!6-18 x 3/4
Decal, Hand Placement (Controi
Panel)
Decal, Control Pane!
Decal, Caution, Tine Control
(Control Panel)
Manuat, Owner's

*STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE
NOTE;

LOCALLY

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24,' TILLER
BELT GUARD

AND PULLEY

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.298352

ASSEMBLY

8
7

KEY
NO,
!
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1t
12
13
14
15

PART
NO,
121313X
9484R
86777
74770812
STD532505
121463X
104213X
STD551025
131158X417
72140405
9180R
23230506
2649M
9175R
1t0528X

DESCRIPTION
Bracket, Belt Guard
Clip, Cable
Screw, Hex, Washer Hd., Slotted,
Thd. Cutting #10_24 x 1/2 Type D
Bolt, Hex t/2-20 x 3/4
* Bolt, Carriage I/4-20 x 1/2
Keeper, Belt
Nut, Cap 1/4- 20
*Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x !6 Ga.
Guard, Belt
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 5/8
V-Belt
* Screw, Set, Socket, Headless
Key, Square
Pulley, Transmission
Bolt, Belt Guard

KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27

12000036
STD541237
9178R
674A30
STD523712
106968X
73350500
STD541025
STD55t125
109227X
130812
131876

132606

DESCRIPTION
Ring, Klip
*Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16
PuIley, Idler
Arm, idler
* Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1-I/4
Shaft, Idler Arm
Nut, Hex, Jam 5/!6-18
*Nut, Hex 1/4-20
*Washer, Lock 1/4
Pad, Idler
Pulley, Engine
Engine, Briggs & Stratton
Model No. 130202,
Type No. 3280-01
Decal, Belt Guard

*STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE
NOTE:

All component dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

LOCALLY

given in U.S. inches.

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER
WHEEL

AND DEPTH

STAKE

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.298352

ASSEMBLY

l
15

4
7

2O
19

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4

PART
NO.
9194R
74760520
STD523107
STD541031

DESCRIPTION
Pin, Clevis
BoIt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4
* Bolt, Hex 5/t6-18 x 344
*Nut, Hex 5/t6q8

5
6
7
8
9
10

STD551131
STD541537
4921H
1952J
t 22233X
326J

* Washer, Lock 5/16
* Locknut 3/8-24
Clip, Hairpin
Support, Depth Stake, R,H.
Stake, Depth
Pin, Clevis

KEY
NO,

PART
NO.

tl
t2
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
2O
2I

STD623715
74760524
1951J
t20958X
5388J
121117X
127832
STD551037
9190R
STD541437
74760516

DESCRIPTION
* Bolt, Hex 3/8_24 x 1-1/2 Gr, 5
Bolt, Hex 5/t6q8 x 1-1/2 Gr, 2
Support, Depth Stake, L,H.
Washer
Spring, Stake
Bolt, Shoulder
Wheel
* Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 Ga,
Bracket, Wheel
* Locknut, Crown 3/8-16
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1

*STANDARD HARDWARE _ PURCHASELOCALLY
NOTE:

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches,
1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
5HP

24" TILLER

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.298352

TINE ASSEMBLY

2
/

/
6

t
6

KEY
NO.
1
2
3

PART
NO.
674A66
3146R
674A64

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO+
4.
5
6

Tine+ Outer, R.H+
CLip, Hairp+n
TJne, inner, R.H.

PART
NO,
674A63
674A65
4929H

DESCRIPTION
Tine, inner, LH,
Tine, Outer, L+H+
Pin, Clevis

REPAIR PARTS
5HP

24" TILLER

- = MODEL NUMBER

917.298352

TRANSMiSSiON

2
3

13
KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

t
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

74760524
STD623732
STD551037
STD551137
STD641537
9056R417
1949J
t105t9X
STD551131
STD541031
74760544
9173R

DESCRiPTiON
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x I-1/2 Gr. 2
* Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 Gr. 5
* Washer 13/32 x t 3/!6 x 11
*Washer, Lock 3/8
Nut, Lock 3/8-24
Shield, Tine
Bracket, Engine, R.H.
Bracket, Engine, L.H.
*Washer, Lock 5/16
*Nut, Hex 5/16-18
Bolt, Hex 5/!6-18 x 2-3/4
Spacer, Split

KEY
NO,

PART
NO.

I3
!4
15
16
17
t8
I9

126669X
STD541431
19091412
19092016
STD551125
74610412
137263

1107t9X
127836
120075X
132402

DESCRIPTION
Transmission
* Nut, Keps 5/16-18 UNC
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 12 Ga.
Washer 9/32 x t-l/4 x 16 Ga.
* Lockwasher 1/4
Bolt, Hex 1/4-28 x 3/4 Gr. 5
Engine, Briggs & Stratton
Mode! No. 135202 Type 0119-01
Decal, Operation (Engine)
Deca!, Tine Shield (Tine Shield)
Decal, Warning (Tine Shield)
Decal, Engine

*STANDARD HARDWARE--

PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 241' TILLER
ENGINE,

BRIGGS

& STRATTON

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.298352

- - MODEL

135202, TYPE NO, 0119-01

NUMBER

1
14

308

lo
529

528

REPAIR PARTS
.5 HP 24" TtLLER
ENGINE, BRIGGS

& STRATTON

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.298352

.. - MODEL

NUMBER

135202_ TYPE NO. 0119-01

392
127
149

224
204

526 <

223
26

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP

ENGINE,

BRIGGS

24!' TILLER

& STRATTON

= = MODEL

NUMBER

-= MODEL NUMBER

917.298352

135202, TYPE NO, 0119-01

334

2OO

52
307

332

455

121 CARBURETOR

305
OVERHAUL

KiT

394

373

REPAfR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER
ENGINE, BRIGGS
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
3
5
7
8
9
t0
ll
12

t3
14
I5
16
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

27
28
29

30
32
33
34
35
38
37

395990
297565
299819
214040
272157
495774
27549
94621
66578
270080
270125
270126
94221
94679
93448
94387
492088
230978
297602
495660
294606
66768
94682
297229
222698
298904
298905
298906
298907
298982
299742
298983
298984
298985
26026
298909
298908
299430
390459
221890
94745
211119
261044
260552
26478
222443

& STRATTON

.-- MODEL

NUMBER

917.298352

-- MODEL

NUMBER

135202, TYPE NO. 0119-01

KEY PART
NO. NO,

DESCRIPTION
Cylinder Assembly
Bushing, Cylinder
*Seal, Oil
Head, Cylinder
* Gasket, Cylinder Head
Breather Assembly
*Gasket, Valve Cover
Screw, Breather Mounting
Grommet, Breather Tube
* Gasket, Crankcase, Standard .015"
*Gasket, Crankcase .005" Thick
*Gasket, Crankcase .009" Thick
Screw, Cylinder Head 2-3/32"
Screw, Cylinder Head 2-t5/32"
Plug, Pipe, Hex Socket
Plug, Oil Drain
Crankshaft
Gear Pin, Crankshaft
Cover Assembly, Crankcase
Bushing, Crankcase Cover
*Seal, Oit
Plug, Oil Filler
Screw, Cover Mounting
Flywheel, Magneto
Key, Ftywheei
Piston Assembly, Standard Size
Piston Assembly .0t0" Oversize
Piston Assembly .020" Oversize
Piston Assembly .030" Oversize
Ring Set, Piston, Standard Size
Ring Set, Piston, Standard, Chrome
Ring Set, Piston .010" Oversize
Ring Set, Piston .020" Oversize
Ring Set, Piston .030" Oversize
Lock, Piston Pin
Pin Assembly, Piston, Standard
Pin Assembly, Piston .005" Over
Rod Assembly, Connecting
Rod Assembly, Connecting
.020" Undersize Crankpin Bore
Dipper, Connecting Rod
Screw, Connecting Rod
Valve, Exhaust
Valve, intake
Spring, Intake VaJve
Spring, Exhaust Valve
Guard, Flywheel

933t2

45
46
52
55
56
57
58

260642
212733
27t936
494846
493824
262594
280406

59 396892
60 393152
65 94686
69 280973
69A 224322
73 224632
81 222263
90 495426
95 93499
96 223793
97 490048
108 491177
118 231533
121 495606
124 94616
127 220352
127A 223789
149 26336
152 260575
153 490589
154 93527
163 271935
180 495405
181 494559
190 94712
!90A 94677
t9t
272489
200 223886
202 262270
*
**
***

Included in
included in
Included in
Carburetor

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Retainer, Intake Valve and Exhaust
Spring
Tappet, Valve
Gear, Cam
*** Gasket, Carburetor Mounting (2)
Housing, Rewind Starter
Pulley, Rewind Starter
Spring, Rewind Starter
Rope, Rewind Starter
(Cut to Required Length)
Insert, Starter Handle
Handle, Rewind Starter
Screw, Housing Mounting
Washer
Washer
Screen, Rotating
Lock, Screw
Carburetor Assembly
Screw, Throttle Valve to Shaft
Throttle, Carburetor
Shaft and Lever, Throttle
ValvJ and Shaft Group, Choke
Valve, Needle
Carburetor Overhaul Kit
Screw, Hex Head
Plug, Welch
Plug, Welch
Spring, Needle Valve
Spring, Throttle Adjustment
Screw and Collar
Screw, Machine, Round Head
* Gasket, Air Cleaner Mounting
Tank Assembly, Fuel
Cap, Fuei Tank
Screw, Fuel Tank
Screw, Fuel Tank Mounting !-3/4"
*** Gasket, Fuel Tank to Carburetor
Guide, Air
Link, Throttle
Gasket Set (495603)
Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495606)
both Gasket Set (495603), and
Overhaul Kit (495606)

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER
ENGINE,
KEY PART
NO. NO.
203
204
205
208
209
216
219
220
222
223
224

280720
222962
231520
262279
262283
262359
494845
221551
490649
223455
93491

227
230
256
257
300
304
305
306
307
308
332
333
334
337
346
356
358
363
373
383
392
394
414
432
433
434
435
455
456
459
461
467
515

490374
222450
223813
93543
393615
495759
94619
221511
94680
224738
92284
397358
93414
802592
93705
398808
495603
19069
92987
89838
262328
272538
220982
221377
93265
21402t
93141
224250
224321
492833
262626
280715
262625

BRIGGS

& STRATTON

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.298352

- - MODEL NUMBER

135202, TYPE NO. 0119-01

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION
Bell Crank
Bushing, Governor Lever, Fiat
Screw, Shoutder
Rod, Speed Control
Spring, Governor
Link, Choke
Gear, Governor
Washer, Thrust
Panel, Control
Lever, Governor Control
Rivet, Governor Control Lever
Mounting
Lever Assembly, Governor
Washer, Governor Lever
Crank, Bell
Screw, Seres, Hex Head
Muffler, Exhaust
Housing, Blower
Screw, Blower Housing Mounting
Shield, Cylinder
Screw, Cylinder Shield
Cover, Cylinder Head
Nut, Flywheel
Armature Group
Screw, Armature Mounting
Plug, Spark
Screw, Seres
Wire, Ground
Gasket Set
Flywheel Puller
Nut, Hex
Wrench, Spark Plug
Spring, Fuel Pump Diaphragm
**Diaphragm
Washer
Cap, Spring
Pin, Diaphragm Cover
Cover, Diaphragm
Screw, Diaphragm Cover
Cup, Starter
Retainer
Pawt, Starter
Pin, Spring
Knob, Control
Spring

526
527
528
529
542
552
562
592
608
611
613
614
615
616
621
634
635
676
679
680
741
779
851
869
870
871

94659
223786
231550
67838
93572
231079
92613
231082
495766
391813
93935
93306
93307
231077
396847
271853
66538
393757
270382
221839
261696
262570
221798
211787
211172
262001
63709
916 280321
966 492797
967 491588
968 495357
969 490073
971 94018
987 398970
995 223887
1012 490507
1016 224278
*
**
***

Included in
Included in
Included in
Carburetor

NOTE:

DESCRIPTION
Screw, Sems, Tank Bracket MounL
Clamp, Breather Tube
Tube, Breather
Grommet, Breather Tube
Screw
Bushing, Governor Crank
Bolt, Governor Lever
Nut, Hex
Starter Assembly, Rewind
Fuel Pipe and Clip Assembly
Screw, Hex Head, Shoulder
Pin, Cotter
Retainer, E-Ring
Crank, Governor
Switch, Stop
Washer, Throttle Shaft, Foam
Elbow, Spark Plug
Deflector, Exhaust, Side Outlet
Washer, Foam
Washer, Brass
Gear, Timing
Link, Speed Control
Cable Terminal, Ignition
Seat, Intake Valve, Standard
Seat, Exhaust Valve, Standard
Guide, Exhaust Valve
Guide, Intake Valve
Rack, Gear Control
Base, Air Cleaner
Filter, Air Cleaner
Cover, Air Cleaner
Screw, Air Cleaner
Screw, Hex Head
Seal, Throttle Shaft
Lever, Bracket Assembly
Retainer, Link
Spacer
Gasket Set (495603)
Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495606)
both Gasket Set (495603), and
Overhaul Kit (495606)

All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
t inch = 25.4 mm

SERVICE

OTES

SERVICE NOTES

r MRN

SEAl, S
OWNER'S
MANUAL

MODEL NO.
917.298352

5.O HP
24 INCH FRONT TI
FRONT Ti E TILLER

Each tiller has its own model number.
number.

WIDTH

Each engine has its own model

The model number for your tiller wili be found on a plate attached to the
top of the transmission.
The model number for your engine wilt be found on the btower housing of
the engine adjacent to the spark plug,
All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck, and Co,
Service Center and most Retail Stores.

HOW TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS
ING INFORMATION:
o PRODUCT-

GIVE THE FOLLOW-

REAR TtNE TILLER

* MODEL NUMBER - 9t7.298352
o ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - 135202, TYPE NUMBER 0119-01
, PART NUMBER
o PART DESCRIPTION
Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has
service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians.., professional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge
to you, we service what we sell.

SEARS,
137608

07.23.92

ROEBUCK

AND CO., HOFFMAN

ESTATES, IL 60195 U.S.A.
PRINTED tN THE U.S.A.

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