Sears Craftsman Tiller Model 917.293300: User Manual & Service Guide PDF (EN)

Owner's Manual ® 5.5 17 iNCH TI WIDTH TI WroTH COUNTER ROTATI TmLLE P TINES Model No. 917.293300 o Safety Assembly Operation o Maintenance Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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Warranty ................................................. 2 Safety Rules .............................................. 2 Product Specifications .......................... 4 Assembly ................................................ 5 Operation ......................................... 3 & 8 Maintenance ......................................... I3 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: o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as tines, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts. ,, Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank- shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con- tained in the owner's manual.

o If this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warrant.v, 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, ROEBUCK AND COo, D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 TRAINING ° Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate outer garments. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

° Handle fuel wi[h care; it is highly flam- mable. ° Use an approved fuel container. ° Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine. o Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors. ° Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting. Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors. ° Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except where specifically recommend- ed by manufacturer). 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. o Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to oper- ate the equipment without proper instruction° = Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets. ° Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects. ° Disengage al! clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine (mo- tor). PREPARATION 2

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OPERATION o Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. ,, Exercise extreme caution when operat- ing on or crossing gravet drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers. o After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller. o Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. ° If the unit should start to vibrate abnor- mally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

° 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. ,, Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cord on electric motors. 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. , Keep children and pets away.

Do not overload the machine capacity 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. 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.

o 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. ° 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. o Always refer to the operator's guide instructions for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended peri- d. CAUTION:

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. 3

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PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS --IORSEPOWER:5,5 HP MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail- able on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. DISPLACEMEr-fT: t3 CU. IN. GASOLINE CAPACITY: 4 Quarts Unleaded Regular CUSTOMER RESPONSIBiLiTIES o Read and observe the safety rules. ,, 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° OIL (API-SF/SG!SH): SAE 30 (CAPACITY: 20 oz.) (Above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F) SPARK PLUG : Champion RJ19LM (GAP:

.030") 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 attester 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. Congratulations on your purchase of a Craftsman Tiller. It has been designed, en- gineered and manufactured to giveyou the best possible dependability and perform- ance. Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized Sears Service Center/Department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properlyoAlways observe the "SAFETY RULES".

Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the cor- rect tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. 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 SPARK PLUG AfR FI_LTER | GAS CAN ENGINE OIL TILLER PERFORMANCE '" FU__ENER TILLER MAINTENANCE ........ .ELT ............ .................

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