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Owner's Manual

5.5 HP

17 INCH TBNEWIDTH

TINE WroTH

COUNTER ROTATING

TILLE

Model No.

917.293301

TINES

oSafety

AssembRy

Operation

Maintenance

o Repair Parts

CAUTnON:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

before operating this equipment

For answers to your questions about

this product, Call:

Io800=659o5917

Sears Craftsman Help Line

5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat

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

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

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

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

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

Operation ......................................... 3 & 8

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

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

Storage .......................................... 3 & 19

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

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

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

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER

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

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

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

This Warranty does not cover:

oExpendable items which become worn during normal use, such as tines, spark plugs,

air cleaners and belts.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-

shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained in the owner's manual

o If this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warranty

applies for only thirty (30) days from the date of purchase°

Warranty service is available by returning the craftsman power mower to the nearest

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

this product is in use in the united states.

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

vary from state to state.

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

TRAaNING

° Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be

thoroughly familiar with the controls and

the proper use of the equipment. Know

how to stop the unit and disengage the

controls quickly.

Never allow children to operate the

equipment. Never allow adults to oper-

ate the equipment without proper

instruction.

o Keep the area of operation clear of all

persons, particularly small children, and

pets.

PREPARATION

o Thoroughly inspect the area where the

equipment is to be used and remove all

foreign ob}ects.

Disengage all clutches and shift into

neutral before star_ing the engine (mo-

tor).

o Do not operate the equipment without

wearing adequate outer garments. Wear

footwear that will improve footing on

slippery surfaces.

oHandle fuel with care; it is highly flam-

mable.

•Use an approved fuel container:

o Never add fuel to a running engine or

hot engine.

o Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care.

Never fill fuel tank indoors.

= Replace gasoline cap securely and

clean up spilled fuel before restarting.

oUse extension cords and receptacles as

specified by the manufacturer for all

units with electric drive motors or electric

starting motors.

° Never attempt to make any adjustments

while the engine (motor) is running

(except where specifically recornrnend-

ed by manufacturer).

OPERATION

oDo not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts.

°Exercise extreme caution when operat-

ing on or crossing gravel drives, walks,

or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards

or traffic. Do not carry passengers.

= After striking aforeign 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 abnor-

mally, stop the engine (motor) and check

immediately for the cause_ Vibration is

generally a warning of trouble.

• Stop the engine (motor) when leaving

the operating position.

•Take all possible precautions when leav-

ing the machine unattended. Disengage

the tines, shift into neutral, and stop the

engine.

oBefore 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.

o Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust

fumes are dangerous.

o Never operate the tiller without proper

guards, plates, or other safety protective

devices in place.

o Keep children and pets away.

o Do not overload the machine capacity

by attempting to till too deep at too fast a

rate.

o Never operate the machine at high

speeds on slippery 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.

o Never operate the tiller without good vis-

ibility or light°

° Be careful when tilling in hard ground_

The tines may catch in the ground and

propel the tiller forward. If this occurs,

let go of the handlebars and do not

restrain the machine.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

o Keep machine, attachments, and

accessories in safe working condition_

• Check shear pins, engine mounting

bolts, and other bolts at frequent inter-

vals for proper tightness to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition.

o Never store the machine with fuel in the

fuel tank inside a building where ignition

sources are present, such as hot water

and space heaters, clothes dryers, and

the like. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any enclosure.

° Always refer to the operator's guide

instructions for important details if the

tiller is to be stored for an extended peri-

od.

,_kCAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent acci-

dental starting when setting up, transport-

ing, adjusting or making repairs.

WARNING

The engine exhuast from this product con-

tains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defectd, or

other reproductive harm.

PRODUCTSPECiFiCATiONS

:I'ORSEPOWER: 5,5 HP

)ISPLACEMENT: 13 CU. lN,

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 4 Quarts

Unleaded Regular

OIL (APFSFiSG/SH): SAE 30

(Above 32°F)

(CAPACITY: 20 ozo) SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F)

SPARK PLUG : Champion RJ19LM

(GAP: .030")

Congratulations on your purchase of a

Craftsman Tiller. It has been designed, en-

gineered and manufactured to give you the

best possible dependability and perform-

ance.

Should you experience any problems you

cannot easily remedy, please contact your

nearest authorized Sears Service

Center/Departrnent. We have competent,

well-trained technicians and the proper

tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual, The

instructions will enable you to assemble

and maintain your tiller properly° Always

observe the "SAFETY RULES".

Your new tiller has been assembled at the

factory with exception of those parts left

unassernbled for shipping purposes. To

ensure safe and proper operation of your

tiller all parts and hardware you assemble

must be tightened securely. Use the cor-

rect tools as necessary to insure proper

tightness.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-

able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details°

CUSTOMER REESPONSgBILITllES

o Read and observe the safety rules.

o Follow a regular schedule in maintain-

ing, caring for and using your tiller:

o Follow the instructions under the

"Customer Responsibilities" and "Stor-

age" sections of this Owner's Manual.

WARNING: This unit is equipped with an

internal combustion engine and should not

be used on or near any unimproved forest-

covered, brush-covered or grass covered

land unless the engine's exhaust system is

equipped with a spark arrester meeting

applicable local or state laws (if any), If a

spark arrester is used, it should be main-

tained in effective working order by the

operator.

In the state of California the above is

required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal

laws apply on federal lands. See your

Sears Authorized Service Center for spark

arrester. Refer to the Repair Parts section

of this manual for part number.

These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are also avail-

able 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

isPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER GAS cA'N ..........._NGfNE OIL STABIL_ZER

TILLER PERFORMANCE

FURROW OPENER

TILLER MAINTENANCE

BELT TINEs 'SH{:AR"PIN ''HA1RPiN CL{P

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Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller

all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely, Use the correct tools

as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(t) Utility knife

(t) Wire cutter

(1) Tire pressure gauge

(1) Screwdriver

(1) Pair of pliers

(1) 9/16" wrench

OPERATOR'S POSITION

When right or left hand is mentioned in

this manual, it means when you are in

the operating position (standing behind

tiller handles).

FRONT

LEFT RIGHT

OPERATOR'S

POSITION

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

(2) Handle Locks

(2) Hairpin Clips

Extra Shear Pins & Clips

(1) Carriage Bolt

3/8-16 UNC x I Gr. 5

(1) Flat Washer

13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga.

(1) Center Locknut

3/8-16 UNC

(1) Cable Clip

(1) Pivot Bolt

3/8-16 UNC Grade 5

(1) Handle Lock Lever

UNPACKING CARTON

_CAUTION: Be careful of exposed sta-

ples when handling or disposing of carton-

ing material

|MPORTANT:When unpacking and

assembling tiller, be careful not to stretch

or kink cables.

oWhile holding handle assembly, cut

cable ties securing handle assembly to

top frame° Let handle assembly rest on

tiller.

oRemove top frame of carton_

°Slowly ease handle assembly up and

place on top of carton.

=Cut down right hand front and right hand

rear corners of carton, lay side carton

wall down°

oRemove packing material from handle

assembly.

oSeparate shift rod from handle assem-

bly.

Shift Rod

Assembly

aNSTALL HANDLE

• Insert one handle lock (with teeth facing

outward) in gearcase notch. (Apply

grease on smooth side of handle lock to

aid in keeping lock in place until handle

assembly is lowered into position.)

Viewed from r.h. side of tiller

/Handie Lock

o Grasp handle assembly, Hold in "up"

position. Be sure handle lock remains in

gearcase notch. Slide handle assembly

into position.

o Rotate handle assembly down, Insert

rear carriage bolt first, with head of bolt

on LH. side of tiller and loosely assem-

ble IocknuL

Handle Assembly

=UP" Position

Tighten handle lock

,__ lever to hold

Loosen Handle Lock

Lever to Move

oInsert pivot bolt in front part of plate and

tighten.

oCut down remaining corners of carton

and lay panels flat.

oLower the handle assembly. Tighten nut

on carriage bolt so handle moves with

some resistance. This will allow for eas-

ier adjustment.

° Place flat washer on threaded end of

handle lock lever.

oInsert handle lock lever through handle

base and gearcase. Screw in handle

lock lever just enough to hold lever in

place.

•Insert second handle lock (with teeth

inward) in the slot of the handle base

(just inside of washer).

oRaise handle assembly to highest posi-

tion and securely tighten handle lock

lever by rotating clockwise. Leaving

handle assembly in highest position will

make it easier to connect shift rod.

Handle Lock Flat Washer

Gearcase \Handle Lock

Slot

Rear Cartridge

Bolt

Handle Base

PivotBolt

lUt _

iNSERT CABLE CLiP

oInsert plastic cable clip into hole on the

back of handle column° Push cables

into clip,

Handle Column

Cables

,,\

Cable Clip

CONNECT SHIFT ROD

o Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend

into hole of shift lever indicator,

o Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift

rod io secure,

o Insert other end of shift rod into hole in

shift lever°

o Insert second hairpin clip through hole of

shift rod,

REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE

o Adjust handle assemby to lowest posi-

tion. Be sure lock lever is tightened

securely,

° Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N"

(neutral) position.

o Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle.

Separate cardboard cover from leveling

shield,

o Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull

tiller out of carton.

CHECK TiRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at

the factory for shipping purposes, Correct

and equal tire pressure is important for

best tilling performance,

= Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI.

HANDLE HEIGHT

=Handle height may be adjusted to better

suit operator. (See "TO ADJUST HAN-

DLE HEIGHT' in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

Attach this end to shift lever _

_.- Attach this End To shift \

Lever Indicator Shift Rod

Shift Rod Hairpin Clip Shift Lever

Indicator

Shift Lever

rHairpin Clip

Shift Rod

These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product,

Learn and understand their meaning.

TILLING FQRWIARD N_L I_;GINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE F"UEL

RUN

O_L STOP 0

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 vari-

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

Drive Control Bar Throttle Control

Choke Control

Shift Lever Indicator

Fuel Shut-Off

valve

Depth Stake

Leveling

Outer Side Recoil

Starter

Handle

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MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards tnstitute_

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DRIVE CONTROL BAR - Used to engage

tines.

DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which

tiller will dig.

LEVELING SHIELD -Levels tilled soil.

OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to pro-

tect small plants from being buried,

THROTTLE CONTROL -Used to control

er_gine speed,

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SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission

gears.

SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Shows which

gear the transmission is in.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to

start the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

a cold engine.

The operationQfanytiller can resultin foreign objects thrown into the eyes,

which can result in severe eye damage° Always wear safety glasses or eye

shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide

vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

-lOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

Cnow how to operate all controls before

=dding fuel and oil or attempting to start

:ngine.

;TOPPING

DEPTH STAKE

The depth stake can be raised or lowered

to allow you more versatile tilling and culti-

vating, or to more easily transport your

tiller.

tINES AND DRIVE

Release drive control bar to stop move-

menL

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

_TOPPING ENGINE

Move throttle control to "STOP" position.

If equipped with stop switch, move

switch to "STOP" position.

Never use choke to stop engine.

)rive Control Bar

ENGAGED" Position Shift Lever

)rive

DISENGAGED"

'osition

Throttle

"INE OPERATION -WITH WHEEL

)RIVE

Always release drive control bar before

moving shift lever into another position.

Tine movement is achieved by moving

shift lever to ( _, ) till position and

engaging drive control bar.

:ORWARD -WHEELS ONLY/TINES

_TOPPED

Release drive control bar and move shift

lever indicator to "F" (forward) position.

Engage drive control bar and tiller will

move forward.

fEVERSE -WHEELS ONLY/TINES

;TOPPED

DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND

TILLER.

Release the drive control bar.

Move throttle control to "SLOW" posi-

tion.

Move shift lever indicator to "R"

(reverse) position.

Hold drive control bar against the handle

to start tiller movemenL

Shallowest Tilling ....._

(Cultivating)

Deepest Tilling

_TransportPosition

Depth Stake,_

TILLING

o 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 till position.

o Hold the drive control bar against the

handle to start tilling movement. Tines

and wheels will both turn.

o Move throttle control to "FAST" position

for deep tilling. To cultivate, throttle con-

trol can be set at any desired speed,

depending on how fast or slow you wish

to cultivate.

IMPORTANT: Always release drive control

bar before moving shift lever into another

position.

Depth Stake Pin

Nut "B"

Nut "A"

Outer Side Shield

"Locked"

Position

TURNING

o Release the drive control bar:

o Move throttle control to "SLOW" posi-

tion.

o Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward)

position. Tines will not turn.

o Lift handle to raise tines out of ground.

o Swing the handle in the opposite direc-

tion you wish to turn, being careful to

keep feet and legs away from tines.

o When you have completed your turn-

around, release the drive control bar and

lower handle. Place shift lever in till

position and move throttle control to de-

sired speed. To begin tilling, hold drive

control bar against the handle.

OUTER SIDE; SHIELDS

The back edges of the outer side shields

are slotted so that the shields can be

raised for deep tilling and lowered for shal-

low tilling to protect small plants from

being buried. Loosen nut "A" in slot and

nut "B'L Move shield to desired position

(both sides). Retighten nuts.

TO TRANSPORT

,_CAUTION: Before lifting or transport-

ing, allow tiller engine and muffler to cool.

Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gaso-

line from fuel tank.

AROUND THE YARD

•Release the depth stake pin. Move the

depth stake down to the top hole for

transporting the tiller_ Place depth stake

pin in hole of depth stake to lock in posi-

tion. This prevents tines from scuffing

t_e 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.

AROUND TOWN

o Disconnect spark plug wire°

o Drain fuel tank.

• Transport in upright position to prevent

oil leakage.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

iMPORTANT: Be very careful not to allow

dirt to enter the engine when checking or

adding oil or fuel. Use clean oil and fuel

and store in approved, clean, covered con-

tainers, use clean fill funnels.

CHECK ENGINE OaL LEVEL

o The engine in your unit has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled

with SAE 30 summer weight oil.

With engine level, clean area around oil

filler plug and remove plug.

Engine oil should be to point of overflow-

ing when engine is level. For approxi-

mate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECI-

FICh3"IONS" on page 4 of this manual.

All oil must meet A.P.I. Service

Classification SF, SG or SH.

o For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See oil

viscosity chart in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

o To change engine oil, see the Customer

Responsibilities section in this manual.

Oil

Filler

Oil Level Plug

Oil Drain Plug

ADD GASOLINE

o Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular

unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded

gasoline will increase carbon and lead

oxide deposits and reduce valve life.

IMPORTANT.' When operating in tempera-

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

winter grade gasotine to help insure good

cold weather starting.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alco-

hol blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage, To avoid engine problems, the

fuel system should be emptied before

storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the

gas tank, start the engine and let it run

until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty_ Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage section of this manual for addition-

al information. Never use engine or carbu-

retor cleaner products in the fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

_kCAUTION: Fillto within 1/2 inch of top

of fueltank to prevent spills and to allow

for fuel expansion. If gasoline is acciden-

tally spilled,move machineaway from

area of spill° Avoid creating any source of

ignition until gasolinevapors have disap-

peared.

Donot overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an openflame.

TO START ENGINE

_kCAUTION: Keep tine control in "OFF"

position when starting engine.

When starting engine for the first time or if

engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra

pulls of the recoil starter to move fuel from

the tank to the engine.

o Make sure spark plug wire is properly

connected and access cover is com-

pletely closed to create proper seal.

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

position.

o Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

o Turn fuel shut-off valve to "ON" position.

o Push stop switch to "ON" position.

o Move choke control to full "CHOKE"

position. Grasp recoil starter handle with

one hand and grasp tiller handle with

other hand. Pull rope out slowly until

engine reaches start of compression

cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this

point).

o Pull recoil starter handle quickly° Do not

let starter handle snap back against

starter. Repeat if necessary.

Choke Control _ _Starter

Counter- _{__._,_,J.iL,_ _t _'/t_ Switch

Cl°ckwise"---rz_ "_'_t

Fuel shut-off Valve

o If engine fires but does not start, move

choke control to half choke position. Pull

recoil starter handle until engine starts.

o When engine starts, slowly move choke

control to "RUN" position as engine

warms up.

NOTE: A warm engine requires less chok

ing to start.

o Move throttle control to desired running

position.

o Allow engine to warm up for a few min-

utes before engaging tines.

NOTE: tf at a high altitude (3000 feet) or

in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the car

buretor fue! mixture may need to be

adjusted for best engine performance.

See 'q'o ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

NOTE: If engine does not start, see trou-

bleshooting points.

TILLING HINTS

,_CAUTION: Until you are accustomed t<

handling your tiller, start actual field use

with throttle in stow position (mid-way

between "FAST" and "IDLE").

o 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 vegeta-

tion. The decomposition of this veg-

etable matter enriches the soil.

Depending on the climate (rainfall and

wind), it may be advisable to till the soil

at the end of the growing season to fur-

ther condition the soil.

o 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 mois-

tened before tilling; however, extremely

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

ingo Wait until the soil is tess wet in orde

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°

o You will find tilling much easier if you

leave a row untilled between passes.

Then go back between tilled rows. Then

are two reasons for doing this. First,

wide turns are much easier to negotiate

than about-faces. Second, the tiller

won't be pulling itself, and you, toward

the row next to it..

o Do not lean on handle° This takes

weight off the wheels and reduces trac-

tion.

To get through a really tough section of

sod or hard ground,apply upwardpres-

sure on handle or lowerthe depth stake.

CULTIIVATaNG

Cultivating is destroying the weeds

between rows to prevent them from rob-

bing nourishment and moisture from the

plants. At the same time, breaking up the

upper layer of soil crust will help retain

moisture in the soil. Best digging depth is

1" to 3" (2,5-7.5 crn), Lower the outer side

shields to protect small plants from being

buried°

oCultivate up and down the rows at a

speed which will allow tines to uproot

weeds and leave the ground in rough

condition, promoting no further growth of

weeds and grass.

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TINE SHF.AR PUNS

The tine assemblies on your tiller are

secured to the fine shaft with shear pins

(See "FINE REPLACEMENT" in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual),

If the tiller is unusually overloaded or

jammed, the shear pins are designed to

break before internal damage occurs to

the transmission.

=If shear pin(s) break, replace only with

those shown in the Repair Parts section

of this manual.

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES

REGULAR SERVICE

Check Engine Oil Level _ 6,'# i

Change Engine Oil i_1,2

Oil Pivot Points _'

Inspect Spark Arrester/ Muffler ,1_#'

Inspect Air Screen

Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge _2

Clean Engine Cylinder FEns t_

Replace Spark Plug _i'

I =Changemoreoften when operaling undera heavy load or in high ambient lemperatures

2- Service more olten when operating in dirty or dusty conditions

3ENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Fhe warranty on this tiller does not cover

[ems that have been subjected to opera-

or abuse or negligence. To receive full

ralue from the warranty, the operator must

naintain tiller as instructed in this manual.

_ome adjustments will need to be made

_eriodically to properly maintain your tiller.

kll adjustments in the Service and

kdjustments section of this manual should

_echecked 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. Anew

spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

_EFORE EACH USE

Check engine oil level.

Check tine operation°

Check for loose fastener&

.UBRICATION

[eep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRtCA-

"ION CHART").

LUBRiCATiON CHART

* Throttle Control

Depth Stake Pin

Shield

Hinges

* Idler Bracket Wheel Hub

*SAE 30 OR 5W-30 MOTOR OIL

** REFER TO CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

Disconnectsparkplug wire before per-

forming any maintenance(exceptcarbure-

tor adjustment)to prevent accidentalstart-

ing of engine.

Preventfires! Keep the engine free of

grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove

fuel from tank beforetipping unitfor main-

tenance. Cleanmuffler area of all grass,

dirt, and debris.

Do not touchhot muffler or cylinderfins as

contact may cause burns.

ENGINE

LUBRiCATiON

Use only high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG or

SH. Select tile oil's SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected temperature.

I I si_ wsc°s_ G"_ES

!TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W-

30, 10W-30, etc.) improve starting in cold

weather; these multi-viscosity oils wilt

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 32°F (0°C). Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low

on oil.

Change the oilafterevery 50 hours of

operation or at least once a year if the tiller

is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each five (5)

hours of continuous use. Add SAE 30

motor oil or equivalent. "lighten oil filler

plug securely each time you check the oil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OiL

Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API

service classification SF, SG or SH.

oBe sure tiller is on level surface.

oOil will drain more freely when warm.

oUse a funnel to prevent oil spill on tiller,

and catch oil in a suitable container.

o Remove drain plug.

°Tip tiller forward to drain oil

o After oft has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely.

oRemove oil filler plug. Be careful not to

allow dirt to enter the engine.

• Refill engine with oil. See "CHECK

ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in the Operation

section of this manual.

OIi Drain Plug

Off Level

Oil Filler Plug

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using

a dirty air filter: Clean the foam pre-

cleaner after every 25 hours of opera-

tion or every season. Service paper

cartridge every 100 hours of operation

or every season, whichever occurs

first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty

conditions.

• Loosen air cleaner cover screws.

Remove cover and air cleaner assembly

from base.

o Remove air cleaner asssembly from

inside cover and disassemble°

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

o Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

o Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in

clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to

remove excess oil.

Pre-Cleaner Cover T_b Slot Base

Cover Screws

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

o Gently tap the flat side of the paper car-

tridge to dislodge dirt. Do not wash the

paper cartridge or use pressurized air,

as this will damage the cartridge.

Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car-

tridge.

o Re-assemble retainer on pre-cteaner

and cartridge (screen side of pre-cleaner

toward cartridge pleats). Place assem-

bly into cover.

o Insert tabs on cover into slots in base

_)kandtighten cover screwssecurely.

CAUTaON: Petroleumsolvents,such

as kerosene, are not to be usedto clean

cartridge. They may cause deteriorationof

the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge°Do not

use pressurized airto clean or dry car-

tddge.

COOLING SYSTEM

'(our engine is air cooled. For proper

engine performance and long life keep

your engine clean.

o Clean air screen frequently using a stiff-

bristled brush.

Remove blower housing and clean as

necessary.

o Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.

Blower

Housing

Air Screen

MUFFLER

Do not operate tiller without muffler, Do n(

tamper with exhaust system. Damaged

mufflers or spark arresters could create a

fire hazard. Inspect periodically and re-

place if necessary. If your engine is

equipped with a spark arrester screen

assembly, remove every 50 hours for

cleaning and inspection. Replace if dam-

aged.

SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of

each tilling season or after every 50 hour,,

of use, whichever comes first. Spark pluc

type and gap setting is shown in "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of thi.,

manual.

TRANSMISSION

Your transmission is sealed and will only

require lubrication if serviced.

CLEANnNG

• Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all

foreign matter°

oKeep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

oProtect painted surfaces with automoti_

type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden

hose to clean your unit unless the muffler,

air filter and carburetor are covered to

keep water out. Water in engine can resu

in a shortened engine lifeo

_kCAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire

from spark plug and place wire where it

cannot come into contact with plug.

TILLER

TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT

Select handle height best suited for your

tilling conditions. Handle height will be dif-

ferent when tiller digs into soil

• First loosen handle lock lever.

o Handle can be positioned at different

settings between "HIGH" and "LOW"

positions.

o Retighten handle lock lever securely

after adjusting_

Handle (Low) Position

Handle (High) Positior

Handle Lock Lever

TiRE CARE

,_,CAUTION: When mounting tires, un-

less beads are seated, overinflation can

cause an explosion.

o Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. If

tire pressures are not equal, tiller will

pull to one side.

. Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which

can damage rubber.

TO REMOVE WHEEL

o Place blocks under transmission to keep

tiller from tipping.

o Remove outer side shield by removing

nuts "A" and "B".

oRemove inner side shield by removing

nuts "C" and "D".

o Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from

wheel.

o Remove wheel and tire.- Repair tire and

reassemble.

Clevis

t _

Hairpin

Clip

Nut "B" inner Side Shield

Hex Nut and

Be_tGuard Washer

(Located

ind Tire)

Cap Nut _ ___\_

and z%_j\ _ I

Washer Hairpin'Clip and Clevis Pin

TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE

BELT

=Remove belt guard as described in 'q'o

REMOVE BELT GUARD".

• Loosen belt guides "A" and "B" and

also remove stud "C"=

°Remove old belt by slipping off engine

pulley first then remove from the pulley.

• Place new belt in groove of transmis-

sion pulley and into engine pulley. BELT

MUST BE IN GROOVE ON TOP OF

IDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION OF

BELT TO GUIDES.

oTighten belt guides '%" and "B" and stud

"C".

o Check belt adjustment as described

below°

o Replace belt guard.

° Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin

and hairpin clip.

GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUST-

MENT

For proper belt tension, the extension

-A,,/'f- Outer Side Shield spring should have about 5/8 inch stretch

Nut when drive control bar is in "ENGAGED"

TO REMOVE BELT GUARD

NOTE: For ease of removal, remove hair-

pin 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.

°Remove hex nut and washer from bot-

tom of belt guard (located behind

wheel).

°Pull belt guard out and away from unit.

= Replace belt guard by reversing above

procedure.

position. This tension can be attained as

follows:

- Loosen cable clip screw securing the

drive control cable.

o 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.

o Tighten cable clip screw securely.

Engine Pulley

St ....

ud C.,

Belt Guide "A". Clip Screw

Drive Control Cable

sion

idler Pulley Extension Spring rension

Pulley

IINE REPLACEMENT °

_CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear

)loves or other protection when handling

rines.

_,badly worn tine causes your tiller to work

larder and dig more shallow. Most impor-

ant, worn tines cannot chop and shred

)rganic matter as effectively nor bury it as

_eeply as good tines. A tine this worn °

leeds to be replaced.

,_ewTine

in_

To maintain the superb tilling perfor-

mance of this machine the tines should

be checked for sharpness, wear, and

bending, particularly the tines which are

next to the transmission. If the gap

between the tines exceeds 3-1/2 inches

they should be replaced or straightened

as necessary.

New tines should be assembled. Sharp-

ened tine edges will rotate rearward

from above.

I I

} I

3-1/2" Max _

:ounter Tine

otation

Sharp Edge

Hairpin Clip

Sharp Egde

larp Edge

Shear Pin

ENGBNE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the

emission control devices and systems,

which are being done at the customer's

expense, may be perforrned by any non-

road engine repair establishment or indi-

iDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT

o To adjust idle RPM, rotate throttle link-

age counterclockwise and hold against

stop while adjusting idle speed adjusting

screw to obtain 1750 RPM. Release

throttle linkage.

vidual.

formed by an authorized engine manufac-

turer's service outlet.

Warranty repairs must be per- ACCELERATION TEST

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE °

Loosen cable clamp screw to allow

cable to move.

oMove throttle control lever on upper han-

dle to "FAST" position.

oPull throttle cable out to end of travel

oHold cable in this position and tighten

clamp screw securely.

_m l_Screw

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has a high speed jet and

has been preset at the factory and adjust-

ment should not be necessary, However,

minor adjustments may be required to

compensate for differences in fuel, temper-

ature, altitude or load. If the carburetor

does need adjustment, proceed as follows.

o Move throttle control lever from "SLOW"

to "FAST" position, tf engine hesitates

or dies, turn needle valve out (counter-

clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and

continue to adjust, if necessary, until

engine accelerates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do

not adjust or damage may result.

iMPORTANT: Never tamper with the en-

gine governor, which is factory set for

proper engine speed° overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed set-

ting can be dangerous. If you think the

engine-governed high speed needs adjust-

ing, contact your nearest authorized ser-

vice center/department, which has the

proper equipment and experience to make

any necessary adjustments.

Idle Speed //

Adjusting._

Screw /

Idle Needle

Valve

Throttle

Linkage

Immediatelyprepareyourtiller for storage

at the end of the season or if the unitwill

not be used for 30 days or more°

_,CAUTION: Neverstore the tiller with

gasoline inthe tank insidea building

where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark° Allow the engineto cool before

stodng in anyenclosure.

TtLLER

o Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in

the Customer Responsibilities section of

this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in the

Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

o Lubricate as shown in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual.

o Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened_ Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up al! rusted or chipped paint sur-

faces; sand Iightiy before painting°

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 dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in

storage_

, Drain the fuel tank.

o Start the engine and let it run until the

fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

o 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 storage. Add sta-

bilizer 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 carbure-

tor, Do not drain the gas tank and carbu.-

retor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean oil. (See "ENGINE" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this

manual).

CYLINDER

° Remove spark plug.

o Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of oil through

spark plug hole into cylinder.

o Pull starter handle slowly several times

to distribute oil.

° Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

= Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your

gasoline will cause problems.

= If possible, store your unit indoors and

cover it to give protection from dust and

dirt.

o 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.

PROBLEM

Will not start

Hard to start

Loss of power

CAUSE

!. Out of fuel.

2, Engine not "CHOKED"

properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4, Dirty air cleaner°

5. Water in fue!.

6 Clogged fuel tank,

7, Loose spark plug wire,

8, Bad spark plug or

improper gap,

9, Carburetor out of adjust-

ment,

1. Throttle control not set

properly.

2. Dirty air cleaner,

3o Bad spark plug or

improper gap,

4, Stale or dirty fuel,

5, Loose spark plug wire°

6, Carburetor out of o

adjustment.

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

2. Dirty air cleaner,

3r. LOW oil level/dirty oil,

4. Faulty spark plug,,

5, Oil in fuel,

6, Stale or dirty fuel,,

7_ Water in fuel.

8, Clogged fuel tank,

9, Spark plug wire loose,

wire°

10,r Dirty engine air screen°

11_ Dirty/clogged muffler_

12, Carburetor out of

adjustment.

t3_ Poor' compression.

CORRECTION

!. Fill fuel tank.

2. See "TO START ENGINE" in,the

Operation section°

3. Wait several minutes before

attempting to start°

4, Clean or replace air cleaner car

tridge.

5, Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

and refill tank with fresh gasoline.

6, Remove fuel tank and clean,

7, Make sure spark plug wire is seat

ed properly on plug,

8, Replace spark plug or adjust gap,

9_ Make necessary adjustments,

t. Place throttle control in "FAST"

position.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner car

tridgeo

3_ Replace spark plug or adjust gap.

4. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh

gasoline.

5, Make sure spark plug wire is seat

ed properly on plug.

6. Make necessary adjustments.

1. Set depth stake and wheels for

shallower tilling.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner car

tridge.

3. Check oil level/change oil.

4_ Clean and regap or' change spark

plug.

5. Drain and clean fuet tank and

refill, and clean carburetor:

6_ Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh

gasoline.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

and refill tank with fresh gasoline.

8, Remove fuel tank and clean,

9, Connect and tighten spark plug

10_ Clean engine air screen,

11, Clean/replace muffler,

12, Make necessary adjustments,

13, Contact an authorized Sears

Service CentedDepartment,

PROBLEM

........................ 'L,'L_'_'.

Engine overheats

Excessive bounce/

difficult handling

Soil balls up or

clumps

Engine runs but

tiller won't move

Engine runs but

labors when tilling

CAUSE

1, Low oil level/dirty oil.

2,, Dirty engine air screen,

3 Dirty engine,,

4. Partially plugged muffler,

5. Improper carburetor

adjustment_

............... L ,i,=,_,J_iJp,,,, ,

1. Ground too dry and hard,

2. Wheels and depth stake

incorrectly adjusted

1_ Ground too wet,

1_ Tine control is not engaged.

2. V-belt not correctly adjusted.

3. V-belt is off pulley(s)

1. Tilling too deep°

2. Throttle control not properly

adjusted,,

3., Carburetor out of adjustment°

CORRECTION

1. Check oil level/change oi!_

2. Clean engine air screen°

3 Clean cylinder fins, air screen, muf

tier area.

4. Remove and clean muffler°

5. Adjust carburetor to richer posi

tion.

1. Moisten ground or wait for more

favorable soil conditions,_

2, Adjust wheels and depth stake,r

1. Wait for more favorable soi! condi

tions.

1, Engage tine control,,

2. Inspect/adjust V-belt.

3, Inspect V-bett.

1, Set depth stake for shallower tilt

ing,

2. Check throttle control setting.

3, Make necessary adjustments.

TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

HANDLES

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

148583

141406

110673X

t27254X

6712J

137119

t10541X

71191008

72010520

110646X

STD624003

81328

110741X

109313X

110702X

STD533710

109229X

DESCRIPTION

Throttle, Control

Grip, Handle

Grommet, Handle

Bai; Ddve ControlAssembly

Cap, Vinyl

Panel, Control

Bushing, Split

*Screw, Pan Head #10-24

*Bolt, 5/16-18 x2-1/2

Handle, Grip

*Clip, Hairpin

Bolt, Shoulder

Handle, Shift

Grommet, Rubber"

Rod,Shift

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

Lock, Handle

KEY PART DESCRiPTiON

NO. NO.

18 STD541437 *Nut, Centedock 3/8-16

19 19131611 Washer !3/32 x Ix 11 Ga

20 109228X Lever; Lock, Handle

21 150258 Handle, Assemble

22 121145X Clip, Plastic, Cable

23 86777 Screw, Hex, Washer Hd, Slotted

#10-24 x 1/2

24 9484R Clip

25 73970500 Locknut, Hex, Flange

26 110675X Clutch, Cable

27 STD541025 *Nut, Hex 1/4-20

28 STD551125 *Washer; Lock 1/4

29 STD541462 *Nut, Keps #10-24

30 104164X Tie, Cable

31 150696 BoOt,Pivot

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TALLER - -MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE

, <

17 21 20

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

STD54 t 431

STD551137

STD541037

74930588

154734

110111X

STD532505

6700J

86777

9484R

STD551t25

STD541025

23230506

t20938X

STD551031

145102

STD54!031

12000028

110653X

145216

104214X

5018J

128952

795R

DESCRIPTION

Nut, Keps 5/16-18

"Washer, Lock 3/8

*Nut, Hex 3/8-16

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 4-1/4

Screw Shift Lever

Lever, Shift

*Bolt, Carriage 1/4o20 x 1/2 Gr,,

Plate, Shift Indicator

Screw, Hex, Washer Head,

Slotted #10-24 x 1/2

Clip

*Washer, Lock 1/4

*Nut, Hex 1/4-20

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

Spacer, Split 0327 x 042 x

268

*Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x t6 Ga,

Sheave, Transmission

*Nut, Hex 5/t6-18

Ring, Retainer

Guard, Pinch Point

Spacer, Split 0327 x 042 x

1,688

Nut, Cap 5/16-18

Tire

Rim

Tire Valve

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

24 126875X Rivet, Drilled

25 STD624003 *Clip, Hairpin

26 131159X574 Guard, Belt

27 132801 Belt, V

28 104679X Pulley, Idler

29 12000032 Ring, Klip

30 159229 Bracket, idler

31 102384X Bolt, Hex 5/16-16 x 12

32 102141X Shaft, IdlerArm

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

34 102383X Counterweight, LH.

35 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1 1/2

36 102331X Bracket, Reinforcement, L,H,

37 130812 Sheave, Engine

38 145822 Stud, Guard Belt

39 140062 Cap, Plunger

41 19111610 Washer11/32x1 x10Ga,

42 151004 Spacer

43 69180 Nut Lock #t0-24

44 164173 Belt Keeper

*STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: Aft component dimensions given in US. inches,

1 inch = 25,4 mm

TBLLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1STD541431

2 102332)(

3 74760524

4 102173X

5 STD551137

6 STD541037

7 STD624003

8 126875X

9 5015J

128952

795R

DESCRIPTION

*Nut, Keps 5/16d 8

Bracket, Reinforcement

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-112

Counter Weight, RH.

*Washer,Lock 3/8

*Nut,Hex 3/8-16

*Clip, Hairpin

Rivet, Drilled

Tire

Rim

Tire Valve

KEY PART

NO. NO,

DESCRIPTION

Engine, (See Breakdown)

Briggs & Stratton(IP) Model No.

134402,

Type No. 1120-Et

tl 221535 Clamp

12 94906 Screw

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

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

1 inch = 254 mm

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

TRANSMISSION

15 g

!24 25

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

154354

150698

106211X

5020J

1370H

137335

145101

4895H

154467

7392M

100371K

106160X

142145

8353J

12000039

154466

4358J

12000040

102tt4X

102115X

6803J

I0211tX

STD551143

STD54t143

143009

DESCRIPTION

TransmissionAssembly

(Includes Key Nos..2-52)

Gearcase, L.H. w/Bearing

(includesKey No. 4)

Gasket, Gearcase

Bearing, Needle

Washer,Thrust 5/8 x 1..10x

1/32

Pinion, Input

Shaft, Input

Beating, Needle

Washer, Seal

Ball, Steel

Spring, Shift, Fork

O-Ring

Arm, Shift

Fork, Shift

Ring, Klip

Shaft, Shift

Washer

Ring,Ktip

Gear,Assembly, Reverse Idler

(Includes Key Nos. 21 and 22)

Gear, Reverse Idler

Bearing, Needle

Shaft, Reverse Idler

*Washer,Lock 7116

*Nut, Hex 7/16-20

Baaing, Shaft, Ground Drive

LHo

28 t06390X Spacer 0765x 1,.125x 1,23

29 t02134X Chain #35-50 Pitch

30 t50737 Ground Shaft Assembly

31 143008 Beadng, Shaft, Ground Drive

R.H.

32 106368X Spacer 0.70 x 1.00x 1_150

33 102121X Sprocket and Gear Assembly

34 102112X Shaft, Reduction (2nd)

35 102101X Screw, Whiz, Lock 5/16.18× 3-

1/2

36 154355 Sprocket Assembly w/Bearing

(Includes Key Nos 37 and 38)

37 4422J Bearing, Need}e

36 154356 Sprocket, Tine

39 105345X Gear, Cluster, Red 1st & 2rid

40 105346X Gear, Reverse

41 8358J Shaft, Reduction (1st)

42 4220R Washer, Thrust

43 106146X Spacer !,.01 x 1..75x 0_760

44 155236 SealAsmo OII

48 150700 Gearcase, R.H. w/Bearing

(Includes Key No. 8)

49 !32688 Shaft, Tine

50 106147X Chain, Roller #50-50 Pitch

51 17720408 Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2

52 73220500 *Nut, Hax 5/16-!8

53 122204X Bearing Kit, "Rne Shaft

--6066J Grease, PIastilube #1

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

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

1 inch = 25 4 mm

TINE SHIELD

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

24 29

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

98O0O129

161415X574

8393J

12000036

STD533107

8394J

8392J

109230X

124289X574

STD533110

STD541031

STD551131

72110510

1243tlX

161414X574

73510400

DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

Nut, Flange 5/16_18 17 162175 Nut, Wing Forged 5/16-t8

Shield, Side, Outer L.H. t8 STD532512 *Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x t-1/4

Pin, Stake, Depth Gr: 5

Ring, Klip 19 102701X Grip

*Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 Gr 20 STD541037 *Nut, Hex 3/8-16

5 21 I02156X Stake, Depth

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

Bracket, Latch 23 4440J Hinge

Spring, Depth Stake 24 72140404 *Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/4

Shield, "Rne 25 67t2J Cap, Vinyl

*Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1 Gr. 5 26 109227X Pad, Idler

*Nut, He× 5/16-18 27 102695X574 Shield, Leveling

*Washer, Lock 5/16 28 120588X Pin, Hinge

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1.1/4 29 124309X574 Shield, Side

Bracket, Shield Tine 30 73970500 Locknut, Hex, Flange

Shield, Side, Outer R.H. 31 162175 Wing Nut

Nut, Hex 1/4-20 * STANDARD HARDWARE - _PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U S_ inches

1 inch = 25..4 mm

TILLER --MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

TiNE ASSEMBLY

11 2

KEY

NO.

PA RT

NO.

44593

132673

6554J

STD624008

132727

73610600

STD551137

74610616

DESCRIPTION

Tine, Outer, LH

Pin, Shear

T_ne,Inner, LH..

*Clip, Hairpin

Assembly, Hub and Plate, LHo

Nut, Hex 3/8-24

*Washer, Lock 3/8

Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

9 4460J "line, Outer, RH.

10 132728 Assembly, Hub and Plate, R H.

11 6555J T]ne, inner, R..H..

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: Aft component dimensions given in US.. inches.

1 inch= 25.4 mm

DECALS

TALLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1158096

2 157991

3 157990

4 157984

5 137538

6 1204.31X

7 102180X

8 147592

9 163094

10 120075X

11 162215

- - 164659

- - I64660

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Logo

Decal,Logo

Decal, Description

Decal,Caution, DriveControl

Decal, Hand Placement

Decal, Shift Indicator

Decal, Operation and Lubrication

Decal, DepthStake

Decal, Wamtng, RotatingTines

Deca!,Tine ShieldWmg Dom

Manual,Owner's(English)

Manual,Owner's(Spanish)

TALLER --MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

ENGINE, BRIGGS 8=STRATTON --MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1120-E1

'_ REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

1036 LABEL KIT EMISSIONS I

1058 OWNER'S MANUA _

i,, ,,,,,,,,, ,H,,,H LI

957

_184

182

429

13A

601

TBLLER =-MODEL HU_BER 917.293301

ENGINE, BRSGGS& STRATTON --MODEL NUMBER 13z_02, TYPE NO. 1120-F.1

_[_34

220

219 _)

REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALl. SEE REPAIR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

5,5

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 9t7.293391

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON --MODEL NUMBER '134402, TYPE NO. 1120-E1

@ @634

634A

127 i

119 _

163

978

110 ®

137 (_ 634 634A

977 CARBURETOR

104

137

.J,iii, i

I 358 GASKET SET

NlIHlllll lllll ill l lll

127 110

134

634A 634

TLLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - -MODEL NUMBER 13_02, TYPE NO. 1120-E1

969

642

535

159

335

304 _305

TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - -MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1120-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO,NO. DESCRIPTION NO.NO, DESCRIPTION

13A

21A

22A

1 495133

2399268

3 299819

5 214040

7 272157

8 495774

9 27549

10 94621

11 66578

12 270080

27O125

270126

94221

94915

94679

94916

492088

94388

494044

495660

294606

281658

399195

94980

94917

399673

222698

393819

393820

393821

393822

399067

399014

399015

399016

26026

298909

298908

299430

390459

225183

94699

211119

261044

CyIinder Assembly 35 260552

Bushing 36 26478

*Seal, Oil 37 222443

Head, Cylinder 40 93312

.... Gasket, Cylinder Head 45 260642

Breather Assembty 46 214726

.... Gasket, Breather 51 272295

Screw, Breather Mounting 52 272585

Grommet 53 94923

*Gasket, Crankcase, .015" Thick 54 94706

(Standard) 55 497442

*Gasket, Crankcase, .005" Thick 56 498144

*Gasket, Crankcase, .009" Thick 57 263074

Screw, Cylinder Head 2-5/16 58 66894

Stud, Cylinder Head

Screw, Cytinder Head 2-15/32 60 691915

Plug, Oil Drain, 1/4" Standard, 65 94686

Square Head 73 225176

Crankshaft 75 495659

Crankshaft Gear Key 95 94098

Cover, Crankcase 98 398185

Bushing 98A 493280

Seal, Oii

Plug, Oil FlU 104 -- -

Plug, Oil Fill (For High Oil Fill 108 224783

Hole) 110 -- -

Screw, Crankcase Cover

Mounting 111 262715

Stud, Hex Head, 117 497610

Crankcase Cover Mounting 118 483564

Flywheel I21 493762

Key, Ftywheel 124 94920

Piston Assembly, Standard Size 125 498599

Piston Assembly, 010" Oversize 127 223472

Piston Assembly, .020" Oversize 130 223470

Piston Assembly, B30" Oversize 131 493556

Ring Set, Standard Size 133 398187

Ring Set, 010" Oversize 134 398188

Ring Set, 020" Oversize 137 - - -

Ring Set, 030"Oversize

Lock, Piston Pin

Pin, Piston, Standard Size

Pin, Piston, 005" Oversize

Rod, Connecting

Rod, Connecting, +020"

Undersize Crankpin Bore

Dipper, Connecting Rod

Screw, Connecting Rod

Valve, Exhaust

Valve, Intake

Spring, Intake Valve

Spring, Exhaust Valve

Guard, Flywheel

Retainer, Spring

Tappet, Valve

Gear, Cam

.... Gasket, Carburetor

*Gasket, Intake Port

Screw, Adapter Mounting

Screw, Hex Head

Housing, Rewind Starter

Pulley, Starter

Spring, Rewind Starter

Rope, Starter

(Cut to Required Length)

Handle, Rewind Starter

Screw, Starter Mounting

Screen, Rotating

Washer Kit

Screw, Round Head

Screw, Idle Adjusting

Screw Assembly,

Speed Adjustment

**Pin, Hinge (Sold in Kit Only)

Valve, Choke

***Gasket, Sealing (Sold in Kit

Only)

Spring, Lever

Jet, Main (Std)

Jet, Main (Hi-Ait)

Carburetor Kit

Screw, Torx_ Hex

Carburetor

**Plug, Welch

Valve, Throttle

Shaft, Throttfe

Fieat, Carburetor

**Valve, Inlet (Includes Seat)

**Gasket, Bowt (Sold in Kit Only)

*Included in Gasket Set (495661)

** Included in Carburetor Kit (493762)

*** Included in Carburetor Kit (493762), and

Carburetor Gasket Set (490937)

.... Includedin valveoverhaul, Gasket set

(498531)and Gasket set (495661)

NOTE: All component dimensions given inUS inches

1 inch = 25A mm

TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293301

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON --MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1120-E1

KEY PART KEY PART

NO.NO. DESCRIPTION NO.NOo DESCRIPTION

141498593

147 231907

159 280871

163 272948

164 281247

165 94692

182 224669

184 94905

185 94010

186 493496

187A 495218

188 94895

200 223886

202 262865

209 262283

219 494645

220 221551

222 494899

227 496082

230 94927

232 260585

265 221535

267 94906

264 94929

3O0 494562

304 497018

305 94786

306 224820

307 94680

308 224740

332 94877

333 397358

335 93414

337 802592

346 94896

347 493521

356 495135

356A 495118

358 495661

363 19069

383 89838

429 281190

445 494511

455 225121

456 281503

459 287505

515 263073

524 271485

528 231818

535 492889

552 231079

562 94907

592 231978

Shaft, Choke 601 93053 Clamp, Hose, Green

Jet, Pilot 93807 Clamp, Hose, Black

Support,Air Cleaner 608 692696 Starter, Rewind

.... Gasket, Air Cleaner 614 93306 Pin, Cotter

Manifold, intake 616 495243 Crank, Govemor

Nut, Wing 623 94943 Screw, Shoulder

Bracket, Fue_Tank 634 . -_ ***Seat, Shaft (Sold in Kit Only)

Screw, Torx@ 634A - - - ***Seal, Choke Shaft (Sold in Kit

Nut, Hex Only)

Connector, Fuel Une 635 66538 Elbow, Spark Plug

Une, Fuel, Molded 642 281188 Cover, Air Cleaner

Screw, Hex Head 663 93343 Screw, Hex

Guide, Air 676 495074 Deflector Assembly

Link 741 262992 Gear, Timing

Spring, Governor Uses: 94388 Key, Woodruff

Gear, Governor 832 494903 Guard, Muffler

Washer, Thrust 843 280149 Sleeve, Lever

Bracket, Control 643A 280643 Sleeve, Lever

Lever Assembly, Governor 85t 493880 Terminal, Cable

Washer, Governor Lever 864 494904 Flange, Muffler

Spring, Unk 869 211787 Seat, Intake Valve

Clamp, Casing 870 263094 Seat, Exhaust Valve, Cobalite_

Screw, Hex 871 262001 Guide, Exhaust Valve

Screw, Hex Head 63709 Guide, Intake Valve

Muffler,Exhaust 883 272309 *Gasket, Exhaust

Housing, Blower 957 493988 Cap, Fuel Tank

Screw, Hex 958 494769 Valve, Shut-Off

Shield, Cylinder 966 494902 Base, Air Cleaner

Screw, Hex Head, Cylinder 969 94872 Screw, Hex Head

Shield 971 94925 Screw, Hex Head

Cover, Cylinder Head 972 495345 Tank, Fuel

Nut, Flywheel 975 493640 Bowl, Float

Armature, Magneto 977 490937 Gasket Set, Carburetor

Screw, Armature 978 271736 *Gasket Cover

Plug, Spark 979 494807 Cove_, OI! Gard_

(1-718" High, 48ram, Resistor 982 94658 Screw, Oil Gard_) Cover

Type) 984 224746 Bracket, Indicator Light

Screw, Hex Head, Seres 1036 499348 Label Kit Emissions

Switch, Stop 1058 272528 Owner*s Manual

Wire, Stop (Armature to Switch) 1095 498531 Gasket Set, Valve Overhaul

Wire, Stop (Stop Switch to 2500 134402-0513 Replacement Engine

Grouod) ---- 495952 Replacement Shortblock

Gasket Set

PuIler, Ftywheet "Included in Gasket Set (495661)

Wrench, Spark Ptug

Cover; Spark Plug ** Included in Carburetor Kit (493762)

Filter;Air

Cup, Flywheel *** Included in Carburetor Kit (493762), and

Retainer, Spring Carburetor Gasket Set (490937)

Pawt, Ratchet

Spring, Torsion .... Included in valve overhaul, Gasket set

*Seal, Oil Fill (498531) and Gasket set (495661)

Tube, Breather

Filter,Air NOTE: All component dimensions given in US inches

Bushing, Governor Crank 1 inch = 254 mm

Bolt,Governor Lever

Nut, Hex

For the repairor replacementparts you need

delivereddirectlyto your home

Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

1-800=366=PART

(1-800-368-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con en_rega a

domicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1=800o4°REPAUFI

(1-800-473-7274)

Para pedir servicio de reparacibn a

domicilio - 1-800-676-5811

For the location of a Sears Parts and

Repair Center in your area

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days aweek

1=800°488=1222

For information on purchasing a Sears

Maintenance Agreement or to inquire

about an existing Agreement

Call 9 am - 5 pro, Monday-Saturday

1=800°827=6655

When requesting service or ordering

parts, always provide the following

information:

o Product Type o Part Number

• Model Number oPart Description

Amenca sRepair SpeciatJsts

164659 Rev. 1 2.3.98 TR Printed in U.S.A.

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