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MODEL NO,
917o298353

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

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5°0 HP
24 HNCH TNNE
DTH
FRONT TINE T_LLER

o AssembBy
Operation
Customer ResponsibiBities
, Service and Adjustments
o Repair Parts

Sears,

Roebuck

and Co., Hoffman

Estates, JL 60179 U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation

Practices

for Walk-Behind

TRAINING
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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'
a!iow adults to operate the equipment without proper
instruction..

o
o

Keep the area of operation clear of al} persons, particularly small children, and pets.

PREPARATION
o

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all foreign objects.
Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine (motor)°
Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate outer garments_ Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces°
Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
- Use an approved fuel container.
° Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
o Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill
fuel tank indoors.

o
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•

°
°
o
°
.
.

o Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled
fuel before restarting..
Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by
the manufacturer for a_{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).

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OPERATION

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravet 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_

- IMPORTANT

Rotary Tillers

if the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause°
Vibration is generaliy a warning of trouble..
Stop the engine (mote 0 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 ti!ler 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
tin 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 whee{ 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 tf this
occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the
machine.

MAINTENANCE
.

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Powered

AND

STORAGE

Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe
working condition.
Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other
bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be
sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside
a building where ignition sources ate 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_
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CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO {MPORTANT OR CRITICAL
INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL,,
!

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_

IMPORTANT:
POSSIBILITY

cAUTIONI'Look
for this symbolto point
out important
safety precautions.
It
means _Attention{
Become Alert{ Your
safety is involved,

USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE
OF DAMAGING
THIS EQUIPMENT

IS A

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

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of a Sears Titler.
It has bee n 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 toots to service or repair
this unit.

5.0 HP

DISPLACEMENT:

12_57cu. in.

GASOLINE CAPACITY:

3 Quarts
Unleaded Regular

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

HORSEPOWER:

elL (API-SG):
(CAPACITY; 20 oz)

SAE 30 (Above 320F)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F)

SPARK PLUG :
(GAP; .030")

Champion
RJ19LM (STD361458)
,

9't7.298353

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 IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

AGREEMENT

RESPONSIBILITIES

•

Read and observe the safety rules,

•

Fo!lowa regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your tiller.

•

Follow
the
instructions
under
"Customer
Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's
Manual.

IMPORTANT:THIS
UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION
ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED ON
OR NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED
FOREST-COVERED,
BRUSH-COVERED
OR GRASS COVERED
LAND UNLESS THE
ENGINE'S EXHAUST SYSTEM iS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER
MEETING APPLICABLE
LOCAL OR STATE
LAWS (IF ANY). IFA SPARK ARRESTER
tS USED, IT SHOULD BE MAINTAINED
IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY
THE OPERATOR°
IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
THE ABOVE tS REQUIRED
BY LAW (SECTION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA
PUBLIC
RESOURCES
CODE).
OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS.
FEDERAL
LAWS APPLY ON FEDERAL
LANDS.
SEE YOUR SEARS AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT
FOR SPARKARRESTER
REFER TO THE REPAIR
PARTS SECTION OF THIS MANUAL FOR PART NUMBER.

LIMITED

ONE YEAR WARRANTY

ON CRAFTSMAN

TILLER

For one (1) year from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Til_er is maintained, lubricated, 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:
,

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

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

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

and the failure to

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/8t7 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

SAFETY

RULES

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MAINTENANCE SCH EDULE ......................................
12
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ................................. 14-17
STORAGE ...................................................................
18
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................
!9
REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ....................................... 20-25
REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE ...................................... 26-30
SERVICE/PARTS ORDERING .................... Back Cover

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 12-14
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3
WARRANTY ..................................................................
3
ACCESSORIES .............................................................
5
ASSEMBLY ................................................................
6-7
OPERATION ............................................................
8-11

iNDEX
R
Engine (cont'd):
Accessories ...............................................
5
Oil Type ......................................
10,13
Repair Parts
Tiller ...........................................
20-25
Repair' Parts
26-30
Adjustments:
Spark
Plug
.......................................
14
Engine
....................................
26-30
Carburetor .................................. 17
Starting
.....................................................
10
Rules
for
Safe
Operation
.......................
2
Depth Stake ......................................
9
Stopping ..............................................
9
Handle Height ................................
14
Storage .........................................18
Tines .......................................14-15
S
Winter Operation ............................
13
V-Belt .........................................................
16
Sen,ice & Adjustments:
Wheels .................................................
9
Carburetor ........................................
17
F
Air' Cleaner .............................................
13
Handle Height ................................
14
Fuel:
Tines .........................................
14-15
Filling Tank .......................................
10
B
V-Belt ............................................................
16
Storage ...............................................
18
Wheels .......................................................
9
Belt, V-:
Type ......................................................
10
Service:
Belt Guard ....................................16
Finish:
Repair Parts
20-30
Repair Parts ...................................
21
Maintenance .....................................
14
Service Record .................................
12
V-Belt Replacement ................... 16
A

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Spark Plug:
Gap .......................................................
3
Maintenance .......................................
t4

Handle:
Cooling System ....................................13
Height Adjustment .......................14
Storage:
Controls:
Repair Parts ......................................
20
Fuel System .....................................
18
Choke ...........................................................
8
Ti!ler
Throttle .....................................................
8
L
Tines ...........................................................
8
T
Lubrication:
Cultivating ...................................................
t1
Lubrication Chart .......................12
Tilling ...........................................................
9,11
Customer Responsibilities:
Engine ...................................................
13
Tines:
Air Cleaner. ...................................t3
Arrangement ...........................t4-15
Cooling System ...............................
13
M
Finish ..............................................14
Operation ...........................................
9
Muffler:
Maintenance Schedule ............. 12
Repair Parts ................................ 23
Maintenance ..............................................
14
Muffler ...............................................
14
Replacement .................................
15
Spark
Arrester
..................................
3
Transmission:
Oil Change ......................................
13
Spark Plug .............................................
14
Maintenance .......................................
14
Transmission ..................................
14
O
Repair Parts ....................................
24
Oil:
Troubleshooting .....................................
19
D
Level ..........................................................
10
Transporting ............................................
10
Depth Stake:
Type ................................................
10,13
Adjustment
9
Operation:
W
Repair Parts ......................................
22
Cultivating ...........................................
1t
Warranty ..........................................................
3
Fill Fuel Tank ........................................
10
Wheels:
E
Starting Engine ..............................
10
Adjustments .........................................
9
Stopping Tines & Engine ...............
9
Engine:
Repair
Parts
.....................................
22
Tilling
......................................................
9
Air Cleaner .......................................
t3
Tilling Hints .................................. 11
Cooling System ............................13
Tine Operation ...............................g
Fuel Type ...............................................
10
Transporting Tiller ................... 10
Lubrication ......................................
13
Winter Operation ...........................
13
Oil Level ...............................................
10
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ACCESSO
i

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

ENGINE
SPARK
PLUG

._--

..... MUFFLER

FILTER
"AIR

GAS CAN

ENGINE

STABILIZER"
"" '

OIL

TILLER MAINTENANCE
BEEr

TINES

CLEVIS PIN

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HAIRPIN CLIP
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Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To
ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller atl parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely, Use the
correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED

FOR ASSEMBLY

OPERATOR'S

POSITION

(See Fig. 1)

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it
means when you are in the operating position (standing
behind tiller' handles),

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard
wrench sizes are listed°
(1) Utility knife
(1) Screwdriver

FRONT

(t) Pair of pliers
(2) 1/2" wrenches

IGHT

LEFT

OPERATOR'S
POSITION
FIGo I
CONTENTS

OF HARDWARE

PACK
.................

(1) Owner's Manual

(1) Plastic Cable Clip

Q
(2) Flange Locknuts 5/16-18 UNC

D!ijiililiait!t!s!a! ! !
(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

(2) Hex Nuts 5/16-18
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UNPACK CARTON
(See Fig. 2)

& INSTALL

HANDLE

CAUTION:
Be careful of exposed
staples when handling or disposing of
cartontng material.
IMPORTANT:
WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING
TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK
CABLE(S),

INSTALL DEPTH
(See Fig. 3)
.

ASSEMBLY

Insert stake support between engine bracket halves
with stake spring down°

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

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

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

•

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 locknuts. Tighten both
flange ]ocknuts securely,

TILLING

•

Insert piastic cable clip into hole in handIe column,

•

Route tine control cable through plastic cable clip on
handle column,

,
•

Remove packing material from handle assembly.
Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid.

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

handle column up and slip over handie

STAKE

HANDLE

•

HEIGHT

Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator°
(See "HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual)°

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 operationbefore
first use. (See "TtNE
OPERATION CHECK inthe Service and Adjustments
section of this manual)_

TINECONTROL
ENGINE

BRACKET

HANDLE
MOUNT
TINECONTROL
CABLE

HANDLE
COLUMN

DEPTH
STAKE

HEX BOLTS,
LOCK
WASHERS_
AND HEXNUTS

FIG. 3

BOLT

FLANGE
LOCKNUT

FIG. 2

CABLE
Cl.IP

SUPPORT
BOLT

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OPERATION
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KNOW YOUR TILLER
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, Save
this manua_ for future reference,
TINE

CONTROL

5CONTROL

tROTTLE
CONTROL

DEPTH STAKE

SHIELD

RECOIL
STARTER
HANDLE

FIG. 4

MEETS

ANSl SAFETY

REQUIREMENTS

Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards institute,

TINE CONTROL - 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 will dig,
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine.

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OPERATION
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The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting
your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

TILLING

STOPPING

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

(See Fig. 5)

TINES

Move throttle control to "STOP" position.

The depth stake should always be below the wheels for
digging. It serves as a brake to slow the titler'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 wiII dig.

•

Never use choke to stop engine°

DEPTH STAKE (See Fig, 6)

"
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
pm.
•
TINE CONTROL
"ON" (DOWN) POSITION

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

CHOKE
CONTROL,_

_THRO't'FLE
DEPTH
STAKE

SPRING

FIG. 5
_WHEEL

TINE

OPERATION

(See

Fig, 5)
FIG, 6

Start engine and move throttle control to desired speed,
•

Squeeze tine control to handle,

HAIRPIN CLIP
AND CLEVfS PIN

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TRANSPORTING

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ADD GASOLINE

YOUR TILLER

Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline.. (Use of leaded gasoline wiil increase carbon
and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life_
IMPORTANT:
WHEN OPERATING iN TEMPERATURES
BELOW 32°F, USE FRESH, CLEAN, WINTER GRADE
GASOLINE TO HELP iNSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING

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CAUTION: Before lifting or transporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to
cool. Disconnect sparkplugwire. Drain
gasoline from fuel tank.
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AROUND THE YARD
°

Tip depth stake forward until it is held by the stake
spring

•

Push tiller handles down, raising tines off the ground°

•

Push or pull tiller to desired location.

WARNING:
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or' using ethanol or methanol) cart
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and Iet it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty_ Use fresh fuel next season. See the Storage
section of this manual for additional information. Never use
engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or
)ermanent damage may occur..

AROUND TOWN
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Disconnect spark plug wire.
Drain fuel tank_

Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage

BEFORE

STARTING

ENGINE

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IMPORTANT:
BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW
DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR
ADDING OIL OR FUEL USE CLEANOILANDFUELAND
STORE
IN
APPROVED,
CLEAN,
COVERED
CONTAINERS USE CLEAN FILL FUNNELS

FILL ENGINE

WiTH OiL (See Fig. 7)

With engine level, remove engine oil filler plug.

Fill engine with oif to point of overflowing. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFtCATIONS" on
page 3 of this manual.
Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then re-leveL

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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
Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)..

•

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

ENGINE
CAUTION:

(See

Keep the tine control

OFF position

To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili=
ties section of this manual.

engine,

Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected.

Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

To start a cold engine, piace choke control in"CHOKE"
position. A warm engine requires less choking to starL

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 will pull
slightly harder at this point).

FIG. 7

when starting

OIL

OIL
FILLER
PLUG

Fig. 8)

Pull starter handle quickly. Do not let starter handle
snap back against starter.
When engine starts, slowly move choke control 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

NOTE: if at a high altitude (3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture may need to
be ad'iusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

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OPERATION
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You will find tilling much easier if you leave a row
untilled between passes. Then go back over the entire
area _t right angles (See Fig. 9). There are two reasons
for doing thi& First, wide turns are much easier to
negotiate than aboutffaces Second, the tiIler won't be
pulling itself, and you, toward the row next to it

SPARK
PLUG

CONTROL

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.

)]rTLE
CONTROL

RECOIL STARTER
HANDLE

FIGo 8

BREAKING

IN YOUR

TILLER

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

Start engine, tip tines off ,]round by pressing handles
down and engage tine control to start tine rotation
AIIow 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 layer
of soil crust will help retain moisture in the soil. Best
digging depth is 1" to 3'L

HINTS
CAUTION: Until you are accustomed to
handling your tiller, start actual field
.....................
use with throttle in "SLOW" position.

• 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 slow down the tiller,
press down on handles

• 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 soll being tille& 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
needed° Under these poor conditions, at fast speed the tiller
will run and jump over the ground)°

A properly adjusted tiller will dig with little effort from the
operator.
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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 vegetabJe 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 further condition the soil.

FIG. 10

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 "bali-up" or clump
during tiiling_Wait until the soil is less wet in order to
achieve the best results° When tilling in the fall remove
vines and ong grass to prevent them from wrapping
around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation.

l - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in hlgh ambient temperatures
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions

GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION

CHART

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

'_' ENGINE

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at least once each
season,

•

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

BEFORE

EACH USE

•

Check engine oil level

•
•

Check tine operation.
Check for loose fasteners.

'_ IDLER
ARM

LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION

_'SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOROIL
'_ REFERTO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES"ENGINE" SECTION.

CHART").

CUSTO

RESPONSmBBL THES

s'conn'ect spark plug wire before perfo'rming any"rna'intenar=ce'ie×cept carbur'eto'r ad';ustment)to

prevent

cidentat starting of engine.
event fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping
it for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debriso
Do,not touc.h hot,.m.uffler or cylinder fins as conta,ct,maY,,,c.a.u.se
burns.

_ .....................................
...................

ENGINE

AIR CLEANER

LUBRICATION

Service air cleaner cartridge every twenty-five hours, more
often if engine is used in very dusty conditions.

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classification SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
accordfng to your expected temperature.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

_'F

-20"

°c -_o"

.2'o_ ._,,

TEMPERATURE

;30"

32*

40"

RANGE ANTICIPA

60 _

,oo
;ED BEFORE

80 `=

20°

•

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

Remove air cleaner cover

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

Clean by tapping gentry on a flat surface.

If very dirty, replace or wash in a nonsudsing detergent
andwarm watersoIution
Rinse thoroughly with water
flowing from mesh side until water is clear. Allow
cartridge to stand and air dry thoroughly before using.

100 _

3o'.

NEXT OIL CHANGE

_o°
._.j

FIG. 11

(See Fig. 13)

Clean and replace cover. Tighten screws securely.
i,,,n,,i,

NOTE: Although muItFviscosity oils (5W-30, 10W-30, etc.)
improve starting in cold weather, these multFviscosity oils
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,

i1,,i,,i,

CAUTION:

n,,,,,,i

Petroleum

solvents,

such

cartridge° They may cause deterioraas kerosene,
are not to be
tion
of the cartridge.
Doused
not to
oilclean
cartridge.
Do not use pressurized air to
clean or dry cartridge.

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and
every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tiller
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,

COVER
AIR
CLEANER
CARTRIDGE

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 11 and 12)
Determine temperature range expectec! before oil change
All oil must meet API service classification SGo
•
o
°

Be sure tiller is on level surface.
Oil will drain more freely when warm..
Catch oil in a suitable container.

=
"
,,

Remove drain ptug.
Tip tiller forward to drain oil
After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain pfug
and tighten securelyo
Remove oil filler plug. Be careful not to allow dirt to
enter the engine.
Refilt engine with oit. See "CHECK ENGINE OIL
LEVEL" in the Operation section of this manual,

•
o

FIG. 13

COOLING

SYSTEM

(See Fig. 14)

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

Cleanair 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
_ING

OIL
DRAIN
PLUG

SCREEN
MUFFLER__

LEVEL
OIL FILLER
PLUG

FIG. 12

FIG. 14

MUFFLER

TRANSMISSION

Do not operate tiller without muffler_ Do not tamper with
exhaust system.. Damaged muffler's or spark arresters
could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace
if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark
arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for
cleaning and inspection, Replace if damaged

You r transmission is sealed and will only require lubrication
if it is serviced,,

SPARK

CLEANING
°

Clean engine, wheels, finish, etco of all foreign rnatter_

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc..

PLUG

Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax,.

Replace spar k plugs at the beginning of each tilling season
or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spar k
plug type and gap setting is shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual
i

......

III'I'IIIHHI'IH

¸ '1

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.
...............

SERVtCE
i

,11,,

I"1' "

'1'1"'1

.................... I'1""'1

ADJUSTMENTS

, ,i,,,i,1,,

......

i i,i1,1,111,11,

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into
contact with plug.
,=,

,,i,,

HH",H,

TINE ARRANGEMENT

TILLER
TO ADJUST

HANDLE

HEIGHT

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

(See Fig, 15)

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

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

Slide handle panel to desired location_

Tighten the four nuts securely

gloves or other protection when hanCAUTION:
Tines are sharp.
Wear
dling tines_ .......................

t
!

NORMAL TILLING -24 INCH PATH (See Fig. 16)
•
Assemble holes "A" in tine hubs to holes "B" in tine
shaft,
_,"_'

ENGINE
BRACKETS

CLEVIS

OUTER

TIN_

HANDLE
PANEL

NUTS (ALSO 2
ON LEFT SIDE
OF TILLER)
HAIRPIN CLIP

INNER TfNE

FIG. 16

FIG, 15

,, i

i,,,i, iiii i

SERVICE AN
i1,,,11,,,,,i,,

11,,i......

ADJUSTMENTS

ii1,1,

i,,

MID-WIDTH TILLING -22 INCH PATH (See Fig° 17)
o Assemble ho_es "A" in tine hubs to holes "C" in tine
shaft.

i1,,,,,,,,i ,, i,,,

FINAL CHECK "ON" POSITION
With tine control"ON" (held down to handle) push down
on handle to raise tines off the ground
o

Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tinesr
Tines should rotate forward.

if tines do not rotate, inner wire of control cable is too
loose. Loosen cable clip and pu!l cable up to remove
slack and retighten clip

Recheck in "ON" position and adjust if necessary,

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

FIG, 17
NARROW TILLING!CULTIVATING
(See Fig. 18)
o Remove outer tines

- 12-3t4 INCH PATH

TINE CONTROL
"ON"

iNNER TINES ONLY

POSITION

TINE
CONTROL
CABLE

CLIP

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

TINE OPERATION

CHECK

(See Fig. 19)

U ...................
!
WARNING: Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plu9 to prevent starting
while checking tree operation.

....

i,,,,,i,,,i ....

iiii ,,

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 !ever and cabte are loose, loosen cable clip at lower end
of cable_ Pull up on cable to remove slack, without
extending spring on end of cabie, and retighten cable clip_
FINAL CHECK "OFF" POSITION
o

With tine 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 cabte clip and push down on cable only enough
to relieve spring tension. Tighten cable clip.

Recheck in "OFF" position and adjust if necessary

-_'

i, '!ll

II1'

"1 "1' IIIII1'1'1'11

' ' I1',= "1

.......

SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
,i, ,, ,,,,,11111

i ,i,i,

TO REPLACE

V-BELT

...................

i,i.............

BELT REPLACEMENT

(See Fig. 20)

Replace V-belt if it has stretched considerably or if it shows
cracks or frayed edges_

install newV-belt to engine pultey firstthen to transmission pulley_ Be sure belt is positioned on inside groove
of both pulleys, inside all belt guides and rests on idler
pulley.

Belt guard must be removed to service belt.. See "TO
REMOVE BELT GUARD" in this section of manual

CHECK TINE OPERATION

BELT REMOVAL

Remove V-belt from transmission pulley first and then
from engine pulley_

See "I'INE OPERATION
manual.

CHECK" in this section of

REPLACE BELT GUARD

BELT

GUIDE _

ENG,HE
PO"EY /
TRANSMISSION
PULLEY

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.

BELT GUARD

CAP NUT

CAP NUT
AND WASHER

Pull belt guard out and away from uniL
=

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

SHIELD
NUT
T'tNE
SHIELD

F|Go21

ENGUNE
TO ADJUST

THROTTLE

CARBURETOR

LINKAGE

THROTTLE

STOP

(See Fig. 22)

The carburetor has a high speed fixed jet and has been
preset at the factory and adjustment shoutd 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 idle 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 fuel to the engine giving
a richer fuel!air mixture.

IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTING

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

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

•

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

FINAL SETTING
•

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

With throttle control in "SLOW" position, turn idle
needle valve in (clockwise) until engine begins to die
then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs
rough. Turn valve to a point midway between those
two positions..

IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT
•

To adjust idle RPM, rotate throttle linkage counterclockwise and hold against stop whNe adjusting idle
speed ad usting screw to obtain 1750 RPM Release
thrott e nkage.

ACCELERATION
o

TEST

Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST"
position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle needie
valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler_
ares smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted.
damage may result.

IDLE NEEDLE VALVE

FIG, 22

SETTING

•

SCREW

Do not adjust or

IMPORTANT;
NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE
GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER
ENGINE SPEED OVERSPEEDINGTHEENG1NEABOVE
THE FACTORY
HIGH SPEED SETTING
CAN BE
DANGEROUS° IFYOU THtNKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED
HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR
NEAREST
AUTHORIZED
SERVICE
CENTER/
DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENTAND
EXPERIENCE
TO
MAKE
ANY
NECESSARY
ADJUSTMENTS.

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.
CAUTION:

OIL

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

Never store the tiller with

where fumes may reach an open flame
gasoline in the tank inside a building
or spark. Allow the engine to coot
before storing in any enclosure=

CYLINDERS
•

Remove spark plug

Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of oil through spar k plug hole into
cylinder.

TILLER

Pull starter handle slowly several times to distribute oilo

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 instructionsin the Service and Adjustments
section 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 carl starts to rusL
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems°

Be sure that all 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°

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting,

Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation to for m and
will cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT:
NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM,

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT:
IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING iN ESSENTIAL FUEL
SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL
FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE
ALSO, EXPERIENCE
INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL
BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING
ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE
WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF
ACIDS DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE
THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE tN STORAGE
,
Drain the fuel tank.
o

Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty..

•

Never use engine or car buretor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
Use fresh fuel next season..

NOTE:
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tan k and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

TROUBLESHOOTgNG
[fill ,l I111 I I

POHNTS

PROBLEM

CAUSE

Will not start

t.,

Out of fuel

2,
3
4
5.

Engine not "CHOKED"
Engine flooded
Dirty air cleaner,
Water tn fuel.

CORRECTION

properly

Ftil flJel tank.

2.
3
4
5.

See "TO START ENGINE" In the Operation section.
Wait several minutes before attempting to start,
Clean or replace atrcleanercartrldge,
Dratn fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with fresh
gasoline
Remove fuel tank and clean

6 Clogged fueltank.
7 Loose sparkplug wire
8- Bad spark plug or improper gap,
9 Carburetor out of adjustment

7. Make sure spark plug wire Is seated properly on plug.
8. Replace spark plug or adjust gap
9_ Make necessary adjustments.

Hard to start

1.
2,
3.
4.
5
6.

Throttle control not set properly
Dirty alr cleaner.
Bad spark plug or Improper gap
Stale or dirty fuel,
Loose sparkptug wire
Carburetor out of adjustment,

1.
2.
3.
4.
5
6,

Place throttle control In "FAST" position
Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.
Rap{ace spark plug or adjust gap.
Drain fuel tank and raffle with fresh gasoline,
Make sure spark plug wtre is sealed properly on plug,
Make necessary adjustments,

Lossofpower

t
2,
3,
4
5,

Engine is overloaded,
Dirty air cleaner
Low oil level/dirty oil,,
Faulty spark plug.
Oil In fuel.

1
2
3r
4r
5
6.
7.

Set depth stake and wheels for shallower filling.
Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge,
Check elllevel/change
oil
Clean and regap or change spark plug
Drain and clean fuel tank and refill, and clean carburetor
Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasollnso
Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with fresh
gasoline.
Remove fuel tank and clean

6 Stale or dirty fuel,
7,, Water In fuel
8
9.
10
1
12_
13

Clogged fuel tank,
Spark plug wire loose.
Dirty engine air screen
Dlrtylclogged muffler
Carburetor out of adjustment.
Poor compression

8.
9,
tO
11
12,
13

Connect and tighten spark plug wire
Cfean engine air screen,
C}ea-n/replace muffler,
Make necessary adjustments
Contact an authorized service center/departmenL

Engine overheats

Excessive bounce/
difficult handling

1
2
3,
4,
5

Low oil leveVdlrty olf
D]rtyenglne air screen
Dirty engine
Partially plugged muftler,,
Improper carburetor adjustment

1,
2,
3
4,

Check oll lever/change oll
Clean engine air screen,
Clean cylinder fins, air screen, muffler area,
Remove and clean muffler

Adjust carburetor

Ground too dryand hard

Moisten ground or watt for more favorable soil
conditions

Wheels and depth stake incorrectly

Adjust wheels and depth stake,

Walt for more favorable

adjusted

Ground too wet,

Soil baIle up or clumps

to richer position.

soil conditions.

Engine runs but tiller
won't move

1, Tine control is not engaged,
2 V*belt not correctly adjusted
3 V-beltls off pulley(s),

1
2.
3

Engage tinecontroL,
lnspec'Jadjust V-belt.
Inspect V-belt

Engine runs but labors
when tilling

f
2
3.

t
2,
3-

Set depth stake for shallower tilling,
Check throttle controlsettlng
Make necessary adjustments.

Tilling too deep.
ThroWs control not properly adjusted,
Carburetor out of adIustment

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER
HANDLE

917.298353

ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

STD533125

2
3
4
5
6
7

137118
110512X
1t0632X
3066J
2635J
12000027

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.
8
9
10
11
12
13

* Bolt, Carriage
5/16-18 UNC x 2-318 Gr, 5
Panel, Control
Assembly, Handle Column
Grip, Handle
Cable, Tine Control
Lever, Control, Tine
Ring, Clip

PART
NO.
23200405
73970500
t2t145X
110514X
98000129
STD533107

DESCRIPTION
Screw, Set
Locknut, Flange 5/16-18 UNC
Clip, Cable
Assembly, Panel and Tube
Nut, Flange
* Bolt, Carriage 5/16-I8 x 3/4

*STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE
NOTE:

LOCALLY

All component dimensions given in UoS, inches,
1 inch = 25,4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER - - MODEL
BELT GUARD

AND PULLEY

NUMBER

917.298353

ASSEMBLY

\
5

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

PART
NO.
121313X
9484R
86777
74770812
STD532505
121463X
104213X
STD551025
131158X417
72140405
9180R
23230506
2649M
9175R
110528X

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO,

Bracket, Belt Guard
Clip, Cable
Screw, Hex, Washer Hd,, Slotted,
Thd. Cutting #10-24 x 1/2 Type D
Bolt, Hex 1/2-20 x 3/4
* Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2
Keeper, Belt
Nut, Cap 1/4- 20
* Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga,
Guard, Belt
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 5/8
V-Belt
* Screw, Set, Socket, Headless
Key, Square
Pulley, Transmission
Bolt, Belt Guard

t6
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26

PART
NO.
12000036
STD541237
9t78R
674A30
STD523712
106968X
73350500
STD541025
STD551125
109227X
130812

DESCRIPTION
Ring, Klip
* Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-!6
Pulley, Idler
Arm, Idler
* Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
Shaft, IdlerArm
Nut, Hex, Jam 5/16-18
*Nut, Hex 1/4-20
*Washer, Lock 1/4
Pad, Idler
Pulley, Engine

*STANDARD HARDWARE-NOTE:

PURCHASE LOCALLY

All component dimensions
1 inch = 25.4 mm

given in U.S. inches.

REPAHR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER
WHEEL

AND DEPTH

STAKE

917.298353

ASSEMBLY

19 20
2O
19

16
17

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
tl

PART
NO.
9194R
74760520
STD523107
STD54t031
STD551131
STD541537
4921H
1952J
122233X
326J
STD623715

DESCRIPTION
Pin, Clevis
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x 1-1/4
* Bolt, Hex 5/16-t8 x 3/4
*Nut, Hex 5/!6-18
* Washer, Lock 5/16
* Locknut 3/8-24
Clip, Hairpin
Support, Depth Stake, Roll.
Stake, Depth
Pin, Clevis
* Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1-1/2 Gr° 5

PART
NO.

12
13
14
15
t6
17
18
19
20
21

74760524
195tj
120958X
5388J
121117X
t27832
STD551037
9190R
STD541437
74760516

*STANDARD
NOTE:

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x t-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 318-16
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1

HARDWARE--

PURCHASE LOCALLY

All component dimensions
1 inch = 25_4 mm

given in U.So inches.

REPAKR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER

- - MODEL

NUMBER

917.298353

TINE ,_SSEIVIB LY

I
6

KEY
NO.
1
2
3

PART
NO.
674A66
3146R
674A64

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

Tine, Outer, R.H.
Clip, Hairpin
Tine, Inner, RH.

4
5
6

PART
NO.
674A63
674A65
4929H

DESCRIPTION
Tine, Inner, LH
Tine, Outer, L.H.
Pin, Clevis

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER

917.298353

TRANSMISSION

2
3

13
KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

t
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
!1
12

74760524
STD623732
STD551037
STD551137
STD541537
9056R417
1949J
110519X
STD551131
STD541031
74760544
9173R

DESCRIPTION

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x t-1/2 Gr+2
* Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 3-1/4 Gr. 5
*Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 1 !
* Washer', Lock 3/8
Locknut 3/8-24
Shield, Tine
Bracket, Engine, R.H.
Bracket, Engine, L_H.
"Washer, Lock 5/10
*Nut, Hex 5/16+18
Bolt, Hex 5/16o18 x 2-3/4
Spacer, Split

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

13
14
15
16
17
18
19

126669X
STD541431
19091412
19092016
STD551125
74610412
137263

DESCRIPTION

Transmission
* Nut, Kegs 5/16-18 UNC
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x t2 Ga+
Washer 9/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga°
* Washer, Lock 1/4
Bolt, Hex 1/4o28 x 3/4 Gr. 5
Engine, Briggs & Stratton
Model No. 135202 Type 0119-0t

*STANDARD HARDWARE-PURCHASE LOCALLY
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S+ inches..
1 inch = 25+4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER

- - MODEL NUMBER

917.298353

DECALS

KEY
NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
---

PART
NO,
13776O
132606
127836
137539
120431X
1107t9X
132402
120075X
137873
137874

DESCRIPTION
Decal, Logo
Decal, Logo
Decal, Logo
Decal, Caution, Tine Control
Decal, Hand Placement
Decal, Operation and Lubrication
Decal, HP
Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines
Manual, Owner's (English)
Manual, Owner's (Spanish)

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER -- MODEL
ENGINE, BRIGGS

& STRATTON

NUMBER

-- MODEL NUMBER

917.298353
135202, TYPE NO. 0119-01

13
37

307

635
308

741

10
529

528
m

26
613
81
i

IREPA_R PARTS
ENGIHE,

5 HP 24" TILLER - - _]ODEL

NUMBER

917.298353

BRnGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL

NUMBER

135202, TYPE NO. 0!!9-01

±
679

203
205

118
216
256

10"12

9_
_

414
Q_

621

__\_

_ 969

153

542
467
779

190A
967

191

208

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER - - MODEL
ENGINE, BRaGGS & STRATTON

-- MODEL

NUMBER

917.298353

NUMBER

135202, TYPE NO, 0119-01

356
"A"REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS
TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL,

334

20O

_a_

37
52
9
307
7

332

455

121 CARBURETOR

305
OVERHAUL

3
163

KIT

191

358 GASKET

SET

394

57
1016
461
69A
515

58
456

REPAIR PARTS
5 HP 24" TILLER - - MODEL
ENGINE, BRIGGS
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
2
3
5
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25

27
28
29

30
32
33
34
35
36
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

NUMBER

- - MODEL NUMBER
KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION
Cylinder Assembty
Bushing, Cylinder
*Seal, Oil
Head, Cylinder
*Gasket, Cylinder Head
Breather Assembly
* Gasket, Valve Cover
Screw, Breather Mounting
Grommet, Breather Tube
* Gasket, Crankcase, Standard .0!5"
*Gasket, Crankcase .005"Thick
* Gasket, Crankcase .009" Thick
Screw, Cylinder Head 2-3/32"
Screw, Cylinder Head 2-15/32"
Plug, Pipe, Hex Socket
Plug, Oil Drain
Crankshaft
Gear Pin, Crankshaft
Cover Assembly, Crankcase
Bushing, Crankcase Cover
*Seal, Oil
Plug, Oil Filler
Screw, Cover Mounting
Flywheel, Magneto
Key, Flywheel
Piston Assembly, Standard Size
Piston Assembly .010" 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
Loci(, 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 Valve
Spring, Exhaust Valve
Guard, Flywheel

93312

45
46
52
55
56
57
58

260642
212733
271936
494846
493824
262594
280406

59
60
65
69
69A
73
81
90
95
96
97
108
118
121
124
127
127A
!49
152
I53
t54
163
180
I81
t90

396892
393152
94686
280973
224322
224632
222263
495426
93499
223793
490048
491177
231533
495606
94616
220352
223789
26336
260575
490589
93527
271935
495405
494559
94712

190A
191
200
202
203

94677
272489
223886
262270
280720

*
**
***

Included in
Included in
Included in
Carburetor

917.298353
135202

TYPE NO, 0119-01

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
Loci(, Screw
Carburetor Assembly
Screw, Throttle Valve to Shaft
Throttle, Carburetor
Shaft and Lever, Throttle
Valve 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, Fuel Tank
Screw, Fuel Tank
Screw, Fuel Tank Mounting 1-3/4"
*** Gasket, Fuel Tank to CarbUretor
Guide, Air
Link, Throttle
Bell Crank
Gasket Set (495603)
Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495606)
both Gasket Set (495603), and
Overhaul Kit (495606)

NOTE: All component dimensions
1 inch = 254 mm

given in U.& inches

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

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
366
358
363
373
383
392
394
414
432
433
434
435
455
456
459
461
467
5t 5
526
527

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
214021
93141
224250
224321
492833
262626
280715
262625
94659
223786

BRIGGS & STRATTON

,-- MODEL NUMBER
KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION
Bushing, Governor Lever, Fiat
Screw, Shoulder
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, Sems, 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, Sems
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
Pawl, Starter
Pin, Spring
Knob, Control
Spring
Screw, Sems, Tank Bracket Mount,
Clamp, Breather Tube

528
529
542
552
562
592
608
611
613
614
615
616
621
634
635
676
679
680
741
779
851
869
870
871
916
966
967
968
969
971
987
995
1012
1016

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
280321
492797
491588
495357
490073
94018
398970
223887
490507
224278

RPM Settings:
*
**
***

135202, TYPE NO. 0119-01
DESCRIPTION
Tube, Breather
Grommet, Breather Tube
Screw
Bushing, Governor Crank
Bolt, Governor Lever
Nut, Hex
Starter Assembly, Rewind
Fuel Pipe and Clip Assembiy
Screw, Hex Head, Shoulder
Pin, Cotter
Retainer, E-Ring
Crank, Governor
Switch, Stop
Washer, Throttle Shaft, Foam
Etbow, Spark Plug
Deflector, Exhaust, Side OutLet
Washer, Foam
Washer, Brass
Gear, Timing
Link, Speed Control
Cable Ter rninal, 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 ',-lead
Seal, Throttle Shaft
Lever', Bracket Assembly
Retainer', Link
Spacer
Low Speed: 1750-1950
High Speed: 3400-3600

Included in Gasket Set (495603)
Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495606)
Included in both Gasket Set (495603), and
Carburetor Overhaul Kit (495606)

NOTE;

917.298353

A!l component dimensions
1 inch = 25,4 mm

given in US, inches

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SERVICE NOTES
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MODEL NO.
917.298353

Each tiller has its own model number,
number.

Each engine has its own model

The model numbe_ for your tiller will be found on a plate attached to the
right hand engine bracket.
The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of
the engine.
All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck, and Co.
Service CenteUDepartment and most Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS
ING INFORMATION;

HOW TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS

GIVE THE FOLLOW-

, PRODUCT - FRONT TINE TILLER
• MODEL NUMBER - 917.298353
, ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - 135202, TYPE NUMBER 0119-01
• PART NUMBER
, 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.

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Sears, Roebuck

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and Co., Hoffman

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137873

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