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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.299691

Cauti6n;

Read and follow

all Safety Rules

and Instructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

5.0 HP

17 INC TINE WIDTH

COUNTER ROTATING

EAR TI TILLER TINES

• Assembly

,Operation

•Maintenance

• Service and Adjustment

•Repair Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers

TRAINING

,Read the operating and service instruction manual care-

fuIly. 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 operation clear of all persons, particu-

larly small children, and pets.

PR EPARATIO N

• 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 wilt improve footing

on slippery surfaces.

•Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.

Use an approved fuel container,

,Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.

, Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill

fuel tank indoors.

• Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled

fuel before restarting.

• Use extension cords and receptacles as specified bythe

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 recom+

mended 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.

• 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, before unclogging the tines, and when making

any repair, adjustments, and inspections.

• Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine

unattended. Disengage the power take-off, lower the

attachment, shift into neutral, stop the engine, and

remove the key.

• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the

engine and make certain al! 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 dan-

gerous.

• 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 capaci_ by attempting to till

too deep at too fast a rate.

, Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery

surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.

, Never allow bystanders near the unit.

• Use only attachments and accessories approved by the

manufacturer of the tiller (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 AND STORAGE

•Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe

working condition,

°Check shear bolts, 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 buitding 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 isto be stored for an extended

period.

-IMPORTANT -

Cautions, [mportants, and Notes are a means of attracting attention to important or critical information in this manual,

_for this symbol to_ IMPORTANT," USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE

IS A POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT.

NOTE: Gives essential information that will aid you to

better understand, incorporate, or execute a particular

set of instructions.

NGRATULATIONSonyourpurchaseofaSearsTiller.

_s beendesigned,engineeredand manufacturedto

youthe bestpossibledependabilityand perform-

;e.

_uid you experience any probiems you cannot easily

ledy, please contact your nearest authorized Service

qteriDepartment. They have competent, well-trained

hnicians and the proper tools to serwce or repair this

ase read and retain this manual. The instructions will

_ble you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly.

/ays observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL

NUMBER 917.299691

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF

PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO

THE TOP OF THE TRANSMISSION.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIALNUMBER

AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEPIN A SAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 5.0 H.P.

DISPLACEMENT: 12.57 cu. in.

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 3 QUART

(UNLEADED)

OIL (20 OZ. CAPACITY): SAE 30W

(SAE 10W 30)

SPARK PLUG (GAP .030 IN.): Champion

RJ19LM

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBiLITiES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for

and using your tiller.

• Follow the instructions under "Maintenance" and "Stor-

age" sections of this OwneCs Manual.

MMtTED 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 manuaf, 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 r_ecessary 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.

o 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 tN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS

PRODUCT IS tN USE tN 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/731CR-W SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, IL 60684

-NOTE-

qis unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,

"ush_covered or grass covered tand unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable

ca1or state taws (if any). ff a spark attester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

the state of California the above is required by faw (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states

,ay have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. See your Sears Authorized Service Center for spark arrester.

efer to page 33 of Repair Parts section of this manual for part number.

OF CONTENTS

INDEX

Accessories ...................................... 5

Adjustments:

Depth Stake ............................ 10

Ground Drive Belt .................... 16

Handle Height ......................... 15

Throttle .................................... 18

Tines ....................................... 17

Air Cleaner:

Maintenance ............................ 14

Belt:

Guard ...................................... 16

Ground Drive ........................... 16

Repair Parts ............................ 22

Cooling System:

Maintenance ............................ 14

Controls:

Choke ........................................ 9

Drive .......................................... 9

Throttle ...................................... 9

Cultivating:

Operation ................................ 12

Depth Stake:

Adjustment .............................. i 0

Repair Parts ............................ 25

Engine:

Air Cleaner .............................. 14

Cooling System ....................... 14

Fuel Type ................................ 11

Lubrication ............................... 14

Oil Level .................................. 11

Oil Type .............................. 11,14

Spark Plug ............................... 15

Starting .................................... 12

Stopping .................................. 10

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

Winter Operation ..................... t 4

Fuel:

Filling Tank .............................. 11

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

Type ........................................ 11

Finish:

Maintenance ............................ 15

Handle:

Height Adjustment ................... 15

Repair Parts ............................ 21

Lubrication:

Lubrication Chart .................... 13

Engine ..................................... t4

Maintenance:

Air Cleaner .............................. 14

Cooling System ....................... 14

Finish ....................................... 15

Maintenance Schedule ............ 13

Muffler ..................................... 15

Oil Change .............................. 14

Spark Plug ............................... 15

Transmission ........................... 15

Muffler:

Maintenance ............................ 15

Spark Arrester ...................... 3,31

Oil:

Level ........................................ 11

Type ................................... 11,14

Operation:

Cultivating ............................... 12

Fit! Fuel Tank ........................... 11

Start Engine ............................. 12

Stopping Tines & Engine ......... 10

Tilling .................................. 10,12

Tilling Hints .............................. 12

Tine Operation ........................ 10

Transporting Tiller ................... 11

Winter Operation ..................... 14

Repair Parts:

Tiller & Engine .................... 21-31

Rules for Safe Operation ................. 2

Service & Adjustments:

Bett Guard ............................... 16

Ground Drive Belt .................... 16

Handle Height ......................... 15

Throttle Control ....................... 18

Tines ....................................... 17

Service:

Maintenance Schedule ............ 13

Repair Parts ....................... 21-3t

Spark Plug:

Gap ........................................... 3

Maintenance ............................ 15

Storage:

Fuel System ............................ 19

Tilter ........................................ 19

Throttle:

Control Adjustment .................. 18

Tilling:

Operation ........................... 10,12

Tines:

Operation ................................ 10

Repair Parts ............................ 26

Replacement ........................... 17

Tires:

Removal/Replacement ............ I5

Repair Parts ....................... 22,23

Transmission:

Maintenance ............................ t5

Repair Parts ............................ 24

Troubleshooting:

Chart ....................................... 20

Transporting:

Operation ................................ 11

Warranty:

Tiller ........................................... 3

TILLER ACCESSORIES

SE ACCESSORIES WERE AVAILABLE WHEN THE TILLER WAS PURCHASED. THEY ARE ALSO AVAILABLE AT

_T SEARS RETAIL OUTLETS, CATALOG AND SERVICE CENTERS, MOST SEARS STORES CAN ORDER REPAIR

;TS FOR YOU WHEN YOU PROVIDE THE MODEL NUMBER OF YOUR TILLER.

31NE

PARK PLUG

m,,,,i

MUFFLER AIR FILTER ENGINE OIL

...... ., i=1

STABILIZER

LER PERFORMANCE

FURROW OPENER

.LER MAINTENANCE

BELT TINES CLEVIS PIN HAIRPIN CLIP

ASS LY

,u ,i i

TO ASSEMBLE YOUR TILLER YOU WILL NEED:

(1) utility knife

(1) wire cutter

tli tire pressure gauge

pair of pliers

(1) screwdriver

Ill ratchet9/16"wrench (or adjustable wrench) or

(1) socket extension :

(I) 9/t6" socket

OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1)

The right hand (R.H.) and left hand (LH.) sides of your

titler are determined from the operator's position while

standing behind tiNer,

LEFT

FRONT

OPERATOR'S

POSITION

RIGHT

FIGURE 1

• • .... lill ii i ii !

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

(t) Owner's Manual (2) Hairpin Clips (1) Cabte Clip

(2) Carriage Bolts 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr, 5

(2) Center Locknuts 3/8-16 UNC

(1) Handle Lock Lever (1) Flat Washer 13/32 x 1 x t 1 Ga. (2) Handle Locks

......................... u

ASSEMBLY

INPACKiNG CARTON (See Fig. 2)

of ¢attoning material.CAUTION:Be careful of expose -----1

staples when handling or disposing i

_PORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING

ILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK

;ABLES.

While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties securing

handle assembly to top frame and depth stake. Let

handle assembly rest on tiller.

Remove top frame of carton.

Slowly ease handle assembly up and place upside

down on top of carton.

SHIFT ROD

HANDLE

ASSEMBLY

FIG. 2

Cut down right hand front and right hand rear corners of

carton, lay side carton wall down,

Remove packing material from handle assembly.

Separate shift rod from handle assembly.

INSTALL HANDLE (See Figs. 3, 4, and 5)

Insert one handle lock (with teeth facing outward) in

gearcase notch. (Apply grease on smooth side of handle

lock to aid in keeping lock in place until handle assembly

is lowered into position,)

\ _,, HANDLEASSEMBLY

NOTCH

HANDLE

LOCK

• Grasp handle assembly. Hold in "up" position. Be sure

handle lock remains in gearcase notch, Slide handle

assembly into position.

"UP" POSITION

HANDLE

ASSEMBLY

TIGHTEN HANDLE

LOCK LEVER TO

HOLD

LOOSEN

LOCK LEVER TO

MOVE

FIG, 4

• Rotate handle assembly down to install two carriage

bolts and tocknuts. Insert rear carriage bolt (Fig. 5) first,

with head of bolt on L.H. side of tiller. Lower the handle

assembly, Tighten bolts so handle moves with some

resistance,

,Insert second handle lock (with teeth inward) in the slot

of the handle base.

• Place flat washer on threaded end of handle lock lever,

• insert handle lock lever through handle base and

gearcase.

•With handle assemblyin !owest position, secureiytighten

handle lock lever by rotating clockwise. Leaving handle

assembly in lowest position will make it easier to remove

tilter from carton.

CARRIAGE

BOLT

GEARCASE

SLOT

HANDLE

LOCK

FLAT

WASHER

HANDLE

LOCK

LEVER

REAR

CARRIAGE

BOLT

HANDLE

BASE

LOCKNUTS

FIG. 5

FiG. 3 7

ASSE BLY

CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6, 7& 8)

•Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hote of shift

lever indicator.

,Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure.

•Insert other end of shift rod into hoie in shift lever.

• Insert second hairpin clip through hole of shift rod.

ATTACH THIS END TO

SHIFT LEVER

INDICATOR

SHIFT ROD

ATTACH THIS END TO

SHIFT LEVER

INDICATOR

FIG. 6

SHIFT HAIRPIN

CLIP

SHIFT

LEVER

INDICATOR

FIG. 7

REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE

,Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N" position (See Fig.

• Tilt filler forward by lifting handle. Separate cardboard

cover from leveling shield.

, Rotate tiller handle to the right and putl tiller out of carton.

SHIFT LEVER

HAIRPIN CLIP

SHIFT ROD

FIG. 8

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pressure is

important for best tilling performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI.

CABLE CLIP (See Fig. 9)

Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the back of handle

column. Push cables into clip.

CABLES

CABLE

CLIP

FIG, 9

HANDLE HEIGHT

, Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator

(See "TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual).

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TILLER

READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR T_LLER.

Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this

manual for future reference.

RECOIL

STARTER

HANDLE

LEVELING

SHIELD

FIGURE to

MEETS ANSl SAFETY REQUUREMENTS

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

THROTTLE CONTROL - is used to control engine speed,

DRIVE CONTROL BAR - is used to engage tiller,

DEPTH STAKE - controls depth at which tiller witi dig.

LEVELING SHIELD -protects small plants from being

buried.

CHOKE CONTROL -is used when starting a cold engine

SHIFT LEVER - is used to shift transmission gears.

SNDFTLEVER iNDICATOR- shows which gear the tiller is

currently in.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - is used to start the engine.

OUTER SIDE SHIELD - is adjustable for protecting small

plants from being buried,

SAFETY DECAL

The decat shown below is located on the handle of your tiller.

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 til|ing. We recommend wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles

or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

Know how to operate ali controls before adding fuel and

oil or attempting to start engine,

STOPPING (See Fig. 11)

TINES AND DRIVE -

.Release drive control bar to stop movement.

,Move shift lever to "N" neutral position,

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to "STOP" position.

oNever use choke to stop engine,

DRIVE CONTROL BAR

"ENGAGED" POSiTiON

THROTTLE

CONTROL

LEVER

HANDLE

DRIVECONTROLBAR

"DISENGAGED"POSMON

FiG. 11

TfNE OPERATION -WiTH WHEEL DRIVE

• Always release drive control bar before moving shift

lever into another position.

-Tine movement is achieved by moving shift lever to "T"

position and engaging drive control bar.

FORWARD +WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED

"Release drive control bar and move shift lever indicator

to "F" position. Engage drive control bar and tiller wiit

move forward,

REVERSE-WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED

• DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TELLER.

oRelease the drive control bar.

• Move throttle control to "SLOW" position.

° Move shift lever indicator to "R" position.

° Hold drive control bar against the handle to start tiller

movement,

DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 12)

The depth stake can be raised or iowered to allow you more

versatile tilling and cultivating, or to more easily transport

,our tiller+

SHALLOWEST

TILLING "_+-=_

DEEPEST,..--- "="

TILLING

DEPTH_

STAKE

"__'_'-_""_ TRANSPORT

¢POSITION

FIG. 12

TILLING (See Fig. 13)

•Release depth stake pin, Pull the depth stake up for

increased tilling depth. Place depth stake pin in hole of

depth stake to lock in position.

. Place shift lever indicator in "T" position.

•Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start tiliing

movement. Tines and wheels wi]l both turn.

• Move throttle controf to "FAST" position for deep tilling.

To cultivate, throttle control can be set at any desired

speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to

cultivate,

DEPTH

OUTER

SIDE SHIELD

"LOCKED"

POSITION

FIG. 13

OPE ATION

TURNING

* Release the drive control bar.

oMove throttle control to "SLOW" position.

, Place shift lever indicator in 'F" forward position. Tines

wil( not turn.

. Lift handle to raise tines out of ground.

° Engage control bar and swing the handle in the opposite

direction you wish to turn, being careful to keep feet and

legs away from tine&

, When you have completed your turn-around, release !he

drive control bar and lower handle. Place shift lever in T

position and move throttle control to desired speed. To

begin tilling, hold drive control bar against the handle.

OUTER SiDE SHIELDS (See Fig. 13)

The front edges of the outer side shields are slotted so that

the shields can be raised for deep tilling and lowered for

shatiow titling to protect small plants from being buried.

Loosen nut "A" in slot and nut "B". Move shield to desired

position (both sides). Retighten nuts.

TRANSPORTING

•Release the depth stake pin. Move the depth stake down

to the top hole for transporting the tiller. Place depth

stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in position. This

prevents tines from scuffing the ground.

• Place shift lever indicator in "F" forward position for

transporting.

• Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start tiller

movement. Tines will not turn.

o Move throttle control to desired speed.

IMPORTANT: PRACTICE THE ABOVE PROCEDURES

SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE FILUNG ENGINE WITH FUEL

AND OIL.

CAUTION; Before operating your tiller

for the first time, study tht[s section and

the "SAFETY RULES" on page 2.

Always release drive eontrot bar before

moving shift lever into another pos|=

tion.

Don't back yourself into a solid ob-

struction such as a tree, fence, ere.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL (See Fig. 14)

•The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

, With engine level, remove engine oil filler plug.

o Engine oil should be to point of overflowing. For approxi-

mate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on

page 3 of this manual.

• For cold weather ope,,ration you should change oil for

easier starting (See O1L VISCOSITY CHART in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

• Tochangeengineoil, seetheMaintenancesectioninthis

manual.

OIL

FILLER

OIL DRAIN PLUG

PLUG

FRG,14

ADD GASOUNE

* Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gaso-

line. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and

lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life.)

iMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING {N TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F (0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN, WINTER

GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD

WEATHER STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can

attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system of an engine whife in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor-

age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the rue1lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage instruc-

tions for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to within1/2 inch of fuel

tank to prevent _piils and to allow for

fuel expansion, {fgasoline is aceiden=

tally spilted, move machine away from

area of spil!, Avoid creating any source

of ignition until gasoline vapors have

disappeared.

Do not overfill Wipe off any spi_led oil

or rue!. Do not store, split or use gaso-

Sine near an open flame°

OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 15)

CAUTION: Keep the fine control in

"OFF" position when starting engine, 1

, Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected.

• Move shift tever indicator to "N" neutral position.

• Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

• Place choke control in "CHOKE" position if the engine is

cold. A warm engine may not 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 will pull slightly harder at

this point).

• Pu!l 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 en-

gine halfway 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.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

PLUG CHOKE

\11

RECOIL STARTER

HANDLE

, 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 ti!ler.

Hard soil should be moistened before tilling; however,

extremely wet soil will "ball-up" or clump during tilling.

Wait until the soil is less wet in order to achieve the best

results. When tilling in the fall, remove vines and long

grass to prevent them from wrapping around the tine

shaft and slowing your tilling operation.

• For easier handling of your tiller, leave about 8 inches of

untilled soil between the first and second tilling passes.

The third pass will be between the first and second (See

Fig. 16).

, Do not lean on handle. This takes weight off the wheels

and reduces traction. To get through a really tough

section of sod or hard ground, apply upward pressure on

handle or lower the depth stake.

FiG. 16

CULTIVATING

Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pre-

vent 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". Lower the outer side shields to protect small

plants from being buried.

, Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will

allow tines to uproot weeds and leave the ground in rough

grassC°nditi°n'(seePr°m°tingFig.17), no further growth of weeds and

FIG, 15

TILLING HINTS

I CAUTION: Until you are accustomed to

i handling your tiller, start actual field

Iuse with throttle in s!ow position (mid-

''a.d"IDLE").

, Tilling is digging into, turning over, and breaking up

packed soit 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 soil. Depending on

the climate (rainfall and wind), it may be adwsable to tilt

the soil at the end of the growing season to further

condition the soil,

L-J

OI f\

FiG. 17

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

FILL tN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil

Oil Pivot Points

inspect Spark Attester Muffler

inspect Air Screen

Replace Air CIeaner Cartridge

Clean Engine Cylinder Fins

Replace Spark Plug

- Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

2. Service mote often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions,

SERVICE DATES

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

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 main-

tain unit as instructed in this manual,

Some adjustments will need to be made periodiealty to

properly maintain your unit.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each

season.

, Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or

replace air filter, and check tines and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel

mixture and help your engine run better and last longer,

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

,Check tine operation.

•Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

*THROTTLE

CONTROL

* WHEEL

HUB

* _DLER

BRACKET

LUBRICATfON

Keep unitwell_ubdoated(See "LUBRICATION CHART").

* SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL AP! _ SG

REFER TO ENGINE MAINTENANCE SECTZON

NTENANCE

Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment)

to prevent accidental starting of engine.

Prevent firesl Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank

before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt and debris.

Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

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 tevel before starting the engine

and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE

30W motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil filler plug securely

each time you ch eck the oil level. SAE 5W-30 motor oil may

be used to make starting easier inareas where temperature

is consistently 32° F or lower.

TO CHANGE ENGlNE OIL (See Figs. 18 and 19) -

Determine temperature range expected before oil change,

All oii must meet API service classification SG.

, Be sure tiller is on level surface.

•Oit will drain more freety when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove drain plug.

• Tip tiller forward to drain oil.

• After oil has drained compfeteiy, replace oil drain plug

and tighten securely.

• Remove oil filler plug. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter

the engine.

• Refill engine with oil,

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

.20° 0o 32° 60° 80° I00 °

FIG. 18

FiG, 19

AIR CLEANER (See Fig. 20)

Replace air cleaner cartridge every twenty-five hours, more

often if engine is used in very dusty conditions,

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

oRemove air cleaner cover,

.Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge. Be careful. Do not

allow dirt or debris to fall into carburetor.

.Install new air cleaner cartridge. Clean and replace

cover. Tighten screws securely.

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

AIR

CLEANER

SCREW COVER

AIR CLEANER

FiG. 20

COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 21)

Your engine is air cooled, For proper engine performance

and tong life keep your engine clean.

Clean air screen frequently using a stiff bristled brush.

•Remove blower housing and clean as necessary.

•Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.

CYLINDER FINS

MUFFLER BLOWER

AIR SCREEN

F_G.21

NTENANCE

MUFFLER

Do not operate tiller without muffler, Do not tamper with

exhaust system, Damaged mufflers or spark attesters

could create a fire hazard, inspect periodically and re-

place if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark

arrestor screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for

cleaning and inspection. Replace if damaged.

SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling sea-

son or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first.

Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICAT!ONS" on page 3 of this manual.

TRANSMISSION

Your transmission is seated and will only require lubrication

if serviced.

CLEANING

• Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc, of alt 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 dean your

unit unless the muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered

to keep water out. Water inengine can result in ashortened

engine life.

SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wires from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come intocontact with pEug.

TILLER

TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 22)

Select hand{e height best suited for your tilting conditions,

Handte height will be different when tiller digs into soil.

,First loosen handle lock ]ever,

•Handle can be positioned at different settings between

"HIGH" and "LOW" positions,

•Retighten handle lock Iever securely after adjusting,

HANDLE

LOCK

LEVER

HANDLE (LOW

POSITION}

_HANDLE(HIGH

_:_PosmoN)

FiG, 22

TIRE CARE

• Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure, If tire pressures are

not equal, titler will pull to one side,

° Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which can damage

rubber,

TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig, 23)

• P{ace blocks under transmission to keep tilter from tip-

ping.

• Remove outer side shield (See Fig. 10).

°Remove hairpin ctip and clevis pin from wheel,

•Remove wheel and tire.

•Repair tire and reassemble.

FIG. 23

SERVICEAN ADJUSTI ENTS

TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 24)

NOTE: For ease of removal, remove outer side shield, and

hairpin clip and clevis pin from left wheel. Pull wheel out

from tiller about 1 inch.

, Remove two (2) cap nuts and washers from side of belt

guard.

o Remove hex nut and washer from bottom of be_t guard

(located behind wheel),

o Pult belt guard out and away from unit,

• Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure,

BELTGUARD CAP NUT

AND WASHER

HEX NUT

AND

WASHER

(LOCATED

BEHIND

TIRE)

CAP NUT

AND WASHER HAIRPIN CL|P AND

CLEVIS PIN

FIG, 24

TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 24 and 25)

, Move left wheel and remove belt guard as described in

"TO REMOVE BELT GUARD".

Loosen belt guides"A" and "B" and also nuts "C" and "D".

Remove old belt by slipping from engine pufley first.

Place new belt in groove of transmission pulley and into

engine pulley. BELT MUST BE IN GROOVE ON TOP OF

iDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION OF BELT TO

GUIDES.

,Tighten belt guides "A" and "B" and nuts "C" and "D".

•Check belt adjustment as described below.

•Replace belt guard.

•Repositien wheel and replace clevis pin and hafrpin clip.

GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT

(See Fig. 25)

For proper belt tension, the extension spring should have

about 5/8 inch stretch when drive control bar is in "EN-

GAGED" position. This tension can be attained as follows:

•Loosen cable clip screw securing the drive control cable.

, Slide cable forward for less tension and rearward for

more tension until about 5/8 inch stretch is obtained while

the drive control bar is engaged.

•Tighten cable clip screw securely.

NUT "C"

ENGINE

PULLEY

NUT '_D"

IDLER

PULLEY

BELT

GUIDE "A'

BELT

GUIDE "B"

TRANSMISSION

PULLEY

EXTENSION

SPRING

CABLE

CLIP

CREW

LESS

TENSION

FIG. 25

SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS

-TINE REPLACEMENT (See Figs. 26, 27 and

28)

ther protection when han-

dling tines. ____.,=_

A badly worn tine causes your tiller to work harder and dig

more shallow. Most important, worn tines cannot chop and

shred organic matter as effectively nor bury it as deeply as

good tines. A tine this worn needs to be replaced.

NEW TINE WORN TINE

FIG. 26

*To maintain the superb tilling performance of this ma-

chine the tines should be checked for sharpness, wear,

and bending, particufarfy the tines which are next to the

transmission. If the gap between the tines exceeds 3-1/

2 inches, they should be replaced or straightened as

necessary.

TINE TRANSMISSION

3-1/2"

MAX

FIG, 27

+ Newtines should be assembled as shown below. Sharp-

ened tine edges will rotate rearward from above.

SHARP EDGE

HAIRPIN CLIP

[

iCOUNTER

TINE

ROTATION

SHARP

EDGE

.HAIRPIN CLIP

__ SHARPEDGE

CLEVIS PIN

SHARP EDGE

SHARP

EDGE

CLEVIS PIN SHARP EDGE

RG. 28

SERVICE AN ADJUSTM NTS

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 29)

•Loosen cable clamp screw to allow cable to move,

, Move throttle control lever on upper handle to "FAST"

position.

•Puti throttle cable out until engine betlcrank is back as

far as it will go,

•Hold cable in this position and tighten clamp screw

securely.

CLAMP SCREW

THROTTLE

CABLE

BELLCRANK

F_G. 29

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 30)

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and ad-

justment should not be necessary_ However, minor ad-

j{_stments 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) de-

creases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner

fuel/air mixture, Turning the needle valve out (counter-

clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine

giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS tN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT iF SCREWS

ARE TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

PRELIMINARY SETTING -

° Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu-

retor when making carburetor adjustments.

. Be sure the throttle controt cable is adjusted properly

(see above).

• With engine off turn needle valve in (clockwise) closing

it finger tight and then turn out (counterclockwise) 1-1/

2 turns.

FINAL SETTING -

° Start engine and altow to warm for five minutes. Make

final adjustments with engine running and gear shift

control lever in "NEUTRAL" position.

• With throttle control lever in "SLOW" position, turn

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 posi-

tions.

IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT

• To adjust idle RPM, rotate throttle linkage counter-

clockwise and hold against stop while adjusting idle

speed adjusting screw to obtain 1750 RPM. Release

throttle linkage.

ACCELERATfQN TEST -

• Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST"

position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn needle valve

out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and con-

tinue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accelerates

smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust dam-

age may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH iS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED, OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS, tF YOU THINKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEARESTAUTHORJZED SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS

PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY

NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS,

THROTTLE

LINKAGE

THROTTLESTOP

IDLE SPEED

ADJUSTING

SCREW

NEEDLE

VALVE

FIG. 30

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the

season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more,

CAUTION: Never store the tiller with

gasoline in the tank inside abuilding

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure,

TILLER

•Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

, Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See bett replace-

ment instructions inthe Service and Adjustments section

of this manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this

manual.

• Be sure that afi nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

,Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

ENGINE

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil.

(See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

• Remove spark plug.

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole into

cylinder.

• Pull starter handle stowly several times to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust

and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems,

•If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give

protection from dust and dirt,

•Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does

not retain moisture, Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to form and will

cause your unit to rust,

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

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 OFAN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE,

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

carburetor are empty.

, Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

o Use fresh fuel next season,

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-

age, Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer,

d L..... TROUBLESHOOTING

,lu:l i,ll

PROBLEM:

Probable Cause ,,_- Possible Remedy

WiLL NOT START OR HARD TO START

No gasoline in Fuel Tank

Choke not set properly _

Throttle Control not set properly

Choked improperly, flooded Engine,_

Dirty Air Cleaner

Loose Spark Plug Wire r_

Spark Plug dirty or improper gap {,r

Water in gasoline or old fuel ,_

Improper Carburetor adjustment _

Clogged Fuel Tank _._

Fill tank with gasoline

Place Choke Control in "CHOKE" position

Place Throttle Control in "FAST" position

Move Choke control to "Run" position, place Throttle Control in

"FAST" position and pull Starter several times to clear out gas

Remove and replace

Make sure Spark Plug Wire is seated properly on Spark Plug

Replace Spark Plug and adjust gap

Drain Fuel Tank and Carburetor, use fresh fuel and replace Spark

Plug

Make necessary adjustments

Remove and clean

ENGINE MISSES OR LACKS POWER

Engine overloaded _

Partially plugged Air Cleaner r,r

Dirty Air Screen <_-

Spark Plug dirty, improper gap or wrong type _-

Oil in gasoline _o-

Improper Carburetor adjustment _-

Clogged Fuel Tank _

Poor compression _

Set Depth Stake and Wheels for shallower tilling

Remove and inspect; replace if dirty

Clean Air Screen

Replace Spark Plug and adjust gap

Drain and refill Gas Tank and Carburetor

Make necessary adjustments

Remove and clean

Major Engine overhaul

ENGBNE OVERHEATS

Low oil levet or dirty oil _e

Dirty Air Screen _

Dirty Engine _

Partially Plugged Muffler _,r

Improper Carburetor adjustment

Add or change oil

Clean Air Screen

Clean Cylinder Fins, Air Screen and Muffler area

Remove and clean Muffler

Make necessary adjustments

EXCESSIVE BOUNCE AND DiFFiCULT HANDUNG

Wheels and Depth Stake incorrectly adjusted _ Adjust Wheels and Depth Stake

Ground too dry and hard ,_ Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil conditions

SOiL BALLS UP OR CLUMPS

Ground too wet,_ Wait for more favorable soil conditions

ENGINE RUNS WELL BUT TroLLER WON'T MOVE

Drive Control Bar not engaged,_- Engage Drive Control

V-Belt not correctly adjusted_ Check V-Belt

V-Belt off of pulleys _,_- Check V-Belt

ENGINE RUNS WELL BUT LABORS WHEN TILLING

Tilling too deep _- Adjust Depth Stake

Throttle Control not properly adjusted _ Check Throttle Control setting

Carburetor not adjusted properly_ Check Carburetor adjustment

REPAIR PARTS

5 HP 17" CRT TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299691

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

\ t7 '\

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO,

t10707X

110674X

110673X

t27254X

6712J

110641X

STD511005

126948X

STD533125

t09313X

t10741X

110646X

STD624003

81328

110702X

STD541437

109229X

Cap, Sleeve

Grip, Handle

Grommet, Handle

Bar, Drive Control Assembly

Cap, Vinyt

Bushing, Split

*Screw, Mach. Pan Head. C.R.

#10-24 x 1/2

Panei, Control

* Bolt, Carriage

5/t6-18 UNC x 2-3/8 Gr. 5

Grommet, Rubber

Handle, Shift

Handle, Grip

*Clip, Hairpin

Bolt, Shoulder

Rod, Shift

* Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16

Lock, Handle

STD533710 *Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5

19131611 Washer 13/32xl xll Ga.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

20 109228X

21 121213X

22 121145X

23 86777

24 9484R

25 73970500

26 110675X

27 STD541025

28 STD551125

29 STD541462

30 127012X

-- 127812

-- 120431X

-- 121859X

-- 127795

Lever, Lock, Handle

Handle, Assemble

Clip, Plastic, Cable

Screw, Hex, Washer Hd, Slotted

#10-24 x t/2

Clip

Locknut, Hex, Flange

Clutch, Cabfe

* Nut, Hex t/4-20

*Washer, Lock 1/4

*Nut, Keps #10-24

Throttle, Control

Manual, OwneCs

Decal, Hand Placement

Decal, Caution-Clutch

Decal, Control Panel

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NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches,

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

5 HP 17" CRT TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299691

MAINFRAME_ LEFT SIDE

13 \

123

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 STD541431

2 STD551137

3 STD541037

4 74930576

5 STD571810

6 110111X

7 STD532505

8 8700J

10 86777

11 9484R

12 STD551125

13 STD541025

14 STD503103

15 120938X

16 STD55103t

17 100473M

18 STD541031

!9 110651X

20 2649M

21 110653X

22 110652X

23 104214X

25 5015J

124366X

795R

26 126875X

27 STD624003

28 102148X417

29 126791X

DESCRIPTEON

*Nut, Keps 5/16-18

*Washer, Lock 3/8

*Nut, Hex 3/8-16

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

*Pin, Roll

Lever, Shift

* Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Gr. 5

Plate, Shift Indicator

Screw, Hex, Washer Head, Slotted

#10-24 x 1/2

Clip

*Washer, Lock 1/4

* Nut, Hex 1/4-20

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

Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x 2.68

*Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.

Sheave, Transmission

* Nut, Hex 5/16-t8

Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x 1.75

Key, Square 3/16 x 1-1/8

Guard, Pinch Point

Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x 2.09

Nut, Cap 5/t6-18

Tire

Rim

Tire Valve

Rivet, Drifled

* Clip, Hairpin

Guard, Belt

Belt, V

1623

KEY

NO.

PART DESCRIPTION

NO.

104679X Pulley, Idler

12000032 Ring, Klip

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

t05611X Bracket, Idler

102t41X Shaft, Idler Arm

STD523710 * Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1

102383X

74760524

102331X

9177R

126788X

102180X

127806

Counterweight, L. H.

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

Bracket, Reinforcement, L. H.

Sheave, Engine

Bracket, Guard Belt

Decal, Shift Indicator

Decal (Belt Guard)

* STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE; AH component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

1inch = 25.4 mm

:REPAIR PARTS

5HP 17" CRT TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299691

MAINFRAME, RIGHT SiDE

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTIONKEY

NO.

l STD541431 *Nut, Keps 5/16-18

2 102332X Bracket, Reinforcment

3 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

4 102173X Counterweight, R+H.

5 STD551137 *Washer, Lock 3/8

6 STD541037 *Nut, He× 3/8-16

7 STD624003 *Clip, Hairpin

8 126875X Rivet, DriNed

KEY

NO.

. +

+ .

PART DESCRiPTiON

NO.

5015J Tire

124366X Rim

795R Valve, Tire

123081X Decal, Engine

127520 Decal, U.S.A.

110719X Decal, Operation and Lubrication

*STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U+SJnches,

linch = 25,4 mm

KEY PART

_,7_o NO,

2 121147X

3 t06211X

4 5020j

5 t370H

8t02113X

7 t02110X

8 4895H

9 t02136X

t0 7392M

II 100371K

12 106160X

13 102107X

14 8353J

15 12000039

16 102109X

17 104159X

I8 4358J

t9 12000040

20 102114X

21 102115X

22 6803J

23 102111X

24 STD551143

25 STD551143

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

o_ NO, NO.

44" °51 26 102128X O-Ring

27 102t00X Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive

28 106390X Spacer 0,765 x 1.125 x 1o23

29 102134X Chain #35-50 Pitch

30 124458X Ground Shaft Assembly

31 t02106X Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive

32 106388X Spacer 0.70 x 1.00 x 1,t50

33 102121X Sprocket and GearAssembly

34 102112X Shaft, Reduction (2nd)

35 102101X Screw, Whiz, Lock 5/16-18x3-!/2

36 124358X Sprocket Assembly w/Bearing

(Includes Key Nos. 37 and 38)

Bearing, Needle

Sprocket, Tine

Gear, Cluster, Red 1st & 2rid

Gear, Reverse

Shaft, Reduction (1st)

Washer, Thrust

Spacer 1.01 x 1.75 x 0.760

Cup, Formed

Ring, Spiral

Seal, Ring, Rubber

Seal, Oil

Gearcase, R.H. w/Bearing

(Includes Key No. 8)

Shaft, Tine

Chain, Roller #50-50 Pitch

Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

*Nut, Hex 5/16-18

Grease, Plastiiube #1

DESCRiPTiON

Transmission Assembly

_ncludes Key Noso2-52)

earcase, L.H. w/Bearing

GlnCludesKey No. 4)

asket, Gearcase

Bearing, Needle

Washer, Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32

Pinion, Input

Shaft, input

Bearing, Needle

Washer, Seal

Ball, Steel

Spring, Shift, Fork

O-Ring

Arm,. Shift

Fork, Shift

Ring, KHp

Shaft, Shift

Spacer, Spilt

Washer

Ring, Ktip

Gear, Assembly, Reverse Idler

(Includes Key Nos. 2t and 22)

Gear, Reverse Idler

Bearing, Needle

Shaft, Reverse Idler

*Washer, Lock 7/16

* Nut, Hex 7/1(}-20

37 4422J

38 124359X

39 105345X

40 105346X

41 8358J

42 4220R

43 106146X

44 9672R

45 102!44X

46 9676R

47 9674R

48 121745X

49 106144X

50 124361X

51 17580408

52 STD54103t

53 6066J

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NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

1inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

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TINE SHIELD

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTIONKEY

NO,

1 98000129 Nut, Flange 5/t6-18

2 104086X417 Shield, Side, Outer L. H.

3 t24309X417 Shie!d, Side

4 8393J Pin, Stake, Depth

5 12000036 Ring, Klip

6 STD533107 *Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 Gr 5

7 8394J Spring

8 109230X Spring, Stake, Depth

9 t24289X417 Shield, Tine

10 STD532512 *Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Gr. 5

11 STD541031 *Nut, Hex 5/16-18

t2 STD551131 *Washer, Lock 5/16

13 72110508 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1

14 1243l IX Bracket, Shield, Tine

15 104101X417 Shield, Side, Outer R.H.

t6 STD541025 *Nut, Hex 1/4-20

t7 STD551t25 *Washer, Lock 1/4

t8 73970500 Locknut, Hex, Flange

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO.

19 10270tX Grip

20 STD541037 *Nut, Hex 3/8-16

21 102156X Stake, Depth

22 74930632 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2

23 4440J Hinge

24 STD532505 *Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Gr. 5

25 6712J Cap, Vinyl

26 109227X Pad, idler

27 102695X417 Shield, Leveling

29 120588X Pin, Hinge

30 8392J Bracket, Latch

31 72110510 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-t8x!-1/4

- - 120075X Deca!, Warning (Leveling Shield)

- _ 127807 Decal, Tine Shield

* STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

5 HP 17" CRT TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299691

TINES

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

4459J

74610616

STD551137

73610600

4929H

I02380X

DESCRIPTION

Tine, L. H. Outer

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1

* Washer, Lock 3/8

Nut, Hex 3/8-24

Pin, Clevis

Assembly, Hub apd Plate,, L. H,

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO, NO,

7 6554J Tine, L. H. Inner

8 6555J Tine, R, H. Inner

9 4460J Tine, R, H. Outer

10 STD624008 *Clip, Hairpin

11 102382X Assembly, Hub and Plate, R.H.

* STANDARD HARDWARE--PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches,

1 inch = 25.4 mm

2 3

REPAIR PARTS

5 HP 17" CRT TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299691

ENGINE ,BRIGGS & STRATTON-- MODEL NUMBER 130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129-01

ENGINE, RIGHT SIDE 16

17 19 20 ..q

578

I0 I

KEY PART

NO. NO,

1 390463

2 230228

3 66728

4 66884

5 299431

6 92987

7 490179

8 295871

9 94128

I0 222598

11490817

12 490169

13 93158

14 93490

t5 221923

16 399671

17 394506

]

!32 31

DESCRIPTION 33

Starter Assembly, Rewind (Inc. Key

No's 2-9)

Pin, Starter Grip

Grip, Starter Rope (Inc. Key No. 2)

Rope, Starter 63" Long

Housing, Starter (Inc. Key No's 8

and 9)

Nut, Hex

Spring, Starter

Pulley, Starter 0nc. Key No. 4)

Screw, Starter Housing Mounting

Anchor, Spring

Spacer

Housing, Blower

Screw, Blower Housing Mounting

Screw, Sem

Screen, Starter Pulley

Clutch Assembly 0nc. Key No's 17-

2O)

Washer, Clutch Retainer

KEY PART

NO. NO.

18 63770

19 298799

20 394897

21 220865

22 297229

23 93414

24 223886

25 397358

26 221798

27 398808

28 395990

29 299819

30 297565

3I 222443

32 93705

33 222698

* REQUIRES

DESCRIPTION

Ball, Clutch

Ratchet

Housing, Starter Clutch

Washer, Spring

Flywheel, Magneto

Screw, Armature Mtg. Sere

Guide, Air

Armature Assembly (inc. Key No.

26)

Cable, Terminal Ignition

Wire, Ground

Cylinder Assembly (Inc, Key No.

29)

Seal, Oil

*Bushing, Cylinder (Inc. Key No. 29)

Guard, Flywheel

Screw, Flywheel Guard

Key, Flywheel

SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL

REPAIR PARTS

5 HP 17" CRT TILLER -= MODEL NUMBER 917.29969t

ENGINE =BRiGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129-01

ENGINE, REAR 2

10'

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 490073

2 223765

3 399959

4 94018

5 490074

6 271935

7 492611

9223793

93499

10 93527

11 260575

12 490048

13 271853

I4 398970

15 26227O

t6 271936

t7 280720

t8 231520

19 231533

20 491177

270382

221839

26336

223789

391813

220352

221377

262328

270026

DESCRIPTION

Screw, Cover Mounting

Cover, Air Cleaner

Filter, Air

Screw, Air Cleaner

Base, Air Cleaner

Gasket, Air Cleaner Mtg,

Carburetor Assembly (Inc. Key

No's 8 thru 33)

Throttle, Carburetor

Screw, Throttle Valve to Shaft

Sem

Screw, Machine

Spring, Throttle Adjustment

Shaft and Lever, Throttle

Washer, Throttle Shaft (Foam)

Seal, Throttle Shaft

Link, Throttle

Gasket, Carburetor Mtg. (2)

Crank, Bell

Screw, Shoulder

Valve, Needle

Valve, Group, Choke (Inc. Key

No's 21 and 22)

Washer, Choke Shaft (Felt)

Washer, Choke Shaft

Spring, Needle Va]ve

Plug, Welch

Fuel Pipe and Cfip

Plug, Welch

Cap, Spring

Spring, Fuel Pump Diaphragm

Diaphragm

KEY PART

NO, NO,

31 210959

32 93265

33 93141

34 93543

35 490589

36 223813

37 490507

38 262279

39 220982

40 93357

41 280715

42 490649

43 262359

44 262470

45 93572

46 262282

47 491577

48 93491

49 222962

50 223455

51 396847

52 94409

53 280321

54 490554

55 490075

56 271928

57 223785

58 94094

DESCRIPTION

Cover, Diaphragm

Pin, Diaphragm Cover

Screw, Diaphragm Cover

Screw, FiL Hd.

Screw and Collar

Crank, Bell

Retainer, Rod

Rod, Control

Washer

Screw, Hex Hal.

Knob, Control

Control Panel (lnc, Key No's 37,

41, and 51)

Link, Choke

Link, Throttle

Screw

Spring, Governor

Control, Throttle

Rivet, Governor Control Lever

Mtg.

Bushing, Governor Lever (Flat)

Lever, Governor Control

Switch, Stop

Screw, Tank Bracket Mtg. Sem

Gear Rack, Governor

Tank, Fuel (tnc, Key No's 48,

49, 50, and 55)

Cap, Fuel Tank

Gasket, Fuel Tank Mounting

Clamp, Breather Tube

Screw, Fuel Tank Mtg.. Sem

** iNCLUDED IN GASKET SET NO, 397145

REPAIR PARTS

5HP 17" CRT TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299691

ENGINE - BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129-01

ENGINE, LEFT SIDE

i,r-..,,"y]

KEY

NO,

PART

NO.

90832

93656

297602

4 294606

5 297603

6 66768

7 270080

8 93490

9 221511

t0 93032

11 91249

DESCRIPTION

Washer, Lock

Stud

Cover Assembly, Crankcase (Inc.

Key No.'s 5,6, and 7)

Seat, Oil

* Bushing, Crankcase Cover

Plug, Oil Filler

** Gasket, Crankcase .015' thick

Screw, Cylinder Shield Mtg. Sere

Shield, Cylinder

Screw, Crankcase Cover Mt.g.

Plug, Pipe 1/4" Std. (Square Head)

* REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO iNSTALL

** INCLUDED IN GASKET SET NO. 397145

REPAIR PARTS

5HP 17" CRT TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299691

ENGINE -BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129-0t

ENGINE, INTERNAL PARTS

4O 39

36 j

I-_17

19 20

L_ 33 31

REPAIR PARTS

5 HP 17" CRT TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299691

ENGINE -BRIGGS & STRATTON o- MODEL NUMBER 130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129-01

ENGINE, iNTERNAL PARTS

KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART

NO, NO. NO. NOo

1 2t 1542 Head, Cylinder 29 231082

2 94221 Screw, Cylinder Head-2-3/32 ID 30 92613

3 93369 Screw, Cylinder Head-2-15/32 31 93306

ID 32 93307

4 293918 Plug, Spark Resistor 33 231079

5 66538 Elbow, Spark Plug

6 221512 Cover, Cylinder Head

7 272157 ** Gasket, Cylinder Head

8 211119 Valve, Exhaust

9 261044 Valve, Intake

10 26478 Spring, Exhaust Valve

11 260552 Spring, intake Valve

12 93312 Retainer, Valve Spring

13 211172 *Seat, Exhaust Valve (Std.)

14 211787 *Seat, Intake Valve (Std.)

15 262001 *Guide, ExhaustVatve

16 393615 Muffler, Exhaust (Inc. Key No's

17 and 18)

17 222263 Lock, Screw

18 93935 Screw, Hex Hd. Shoulder

19 393757 Deflector, Exhaust, Side Outlet

(Inc. Key No. 20)

20 93705 Screw

21 27549 ** Gasket, Valve Cover

22 294178 Breather, Valve Chamber

23 66578 Grommet, Breather Tube

24 231526 Tube, Breather

25 67838 Grommet, Breather Tube

26 93394 Screw, Breather Mounting

27 262280 Link, Governor

28 490374 Lever Assembly, Governor (Inc.

Key No's 29 and 30)

34 93448

35 212733

36 260642

37 222450

38 231077

39 391737

40 221551

41 299430

42 92296

43 221876

44 221890

45 397103

46 261696

48 298909

49 26026

50 298904

5! 298982

52 395990

DESCRIPTION

Nut, Hex No. t0-24

Bolt, Governor Lever

Cotter, Hairpin

Retainer, E-Ring

Bushing, Governor Crank (1/4"

ID)

Plug, Pipe (Hex Socket)

Gear, Cam

Tappet, Valve

Washer, Governor Lever

Crank, Governor (1/4" Dia.)

Gear, Governor

Washer, Thrust

Rod Assembly, Connecting (Inc,

Key No.'s 42 to 44) NOTE: For

connecting Rod with .020"

undersize Crankpin Bore, Order

No. 390459

Screw, Connecting Rod

Lock, Connecting Rod Screw

Dipper, Connecting Rod

Crankshaft

Gear, Timing

Pin Assembly, Piston Std. (Inc.

Key No. 49)

Lock, Piston Pin

Piston Assembly, Std. (Inc. Key

No_ 51)

Ring Set, Piston, Std.

Cylinder Assembly

* REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL

** INCLUDED IN GASKET SET NO. 397145

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND SPECIAL TOOLS:

392193

397145

89838

19069

Spark Arresting Muffler Assembly, Consists of the following:

391913 Screen (1 required)

-- 222535 Deflector (1 required)

-- 93705 Screw (4 required)

Gasket Set

Spark Plug Wrench

Flywheel Puller

OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

917.299691

5.0 HP

17 INCH TI

COUNTER E WIDTH

ROTATING

REAR TINE TILLE TIN

Each tiller has its own model number. Each engine has its own modet

number.

The model number for your tiiler wilt be found on a pfate attached to the

top of the transmission.

The mode! number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of

the engine adjacent to the spark plug.

All parts listed herein may be ordered from _n_ Searsl Roebuck and Co.

Service Center and most Retail Steres.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR P_RTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW-

ING iNFORMATION:

-PRODUCT - REAR TINE TILLER

, MODEL NUMBER - 917.29969I

• ENGINE MODEL NUMBER -130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129o01

•PART NUMBER

, PART DESCRIPTION

Your Sears merchandise has added vaiue when you consider Sears has

service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians.., profes-

sional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge

to you, we service what we see

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, tL 60684 U.S.A.

127812 Rev. 1 5.14.91 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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