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Craftsman FRONT TINE TILLER WITH REVERSE 917.292402 Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
CRRFTSM;IN"
5.5 HP
26 INCH TINEWIDTH
FRONT TINE TILLER
WITH REVERSE
Model No.
917.292402
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Espa_ol
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
beforeoperating
this equipment
Sears, Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,. IL 60179

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual CRRFTSM;IN" 5.5 HP 26 INCH TINEWIDTH FRONT TINE TILLER WITH REVERSE Model No. 917.292402 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espa_ol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions beforeoperating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman...
  • Page 2 LIMITED_TWO YEAR WARRANTY 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 owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.
  • Page 3 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° •,CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where if cannot...

  • Page 4: Specircations

    These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. able at most Sears Retail outlets and Service Centers. repair Parts for you when you provide the model number of your tiller. ENGINE MUFFLER TILLER MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 5 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 pads and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tight- ness.

  • Page 6: Assembly

    IMPORTANT When unpacking and as- sembling tiller, be careful not to stretch or kink cable(s). • Cut cable ties secudng handle column and reverse rod. • Slide handle column onto handle mount.
  • Page 7 KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY TILLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of vad- ous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear'on uct. Learn and understand their meaning.
  • Page 8 The operationof anytillercanresultin foreignobjectsthrownintothe eyes, whichcan resultin severe shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses• HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil or attempting to start engine.

  • Page 9: To Start Engine

    • Fill engine with oil to point of overflow- ing. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" 4 of this manual. • Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then re- level. • With engine level, refill to point of over- flowing if necessary. Replace oil filler plug.
  • Page 10 (thus lifting depth stake out of ground). To slow do.,wnthe tiller, press down on handles. If you are straining or tiller is shaking, the wheels and depth stake are not set prop- erly in the soil being tilled. The proper set-...
  • Page 11 2. Ser_ce more often when ooefat_g In GV_'/or dusty condlUons. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to opera- tor abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tiller as instructed in this manual.
  • Page 12 Change the oil afte_ every 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.
  • Page 13 Cylinder Fins Muffler-_ /Blower .__--_T MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflem or spark arrestem could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and re- place if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark an'ester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection.

  • Page 14: Check On/Off

    NOTE: Whenreassembling outertines, besurerighttine assembly(marked and left tine asseml:tly (marked =L") are mounted to correctslde of tine shaft. TINE OPERATION CHECK WARNING: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug to prevent starting while checking tine operation. For proper tine operation, forward tine con- trol lever must be against control body and all slack removed from inner wire of control cable when control is in the "OFP (up)

  • Page 15: To Adjust Carburetor

    • Wrap V-belt around reverse idler pulley and reassemble idler to idler arm. Tighten securely. Be sure belt is betw .een reverse idler pulley apd idler arm pin. ° Install belt to outside groove of transmis- sion pulley. Be sure belt is inside all belt guides and rests on outside groove of engine pulley.
  • Page 16 Allow the engine to cool before stodng in any enclosure. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    CAUSE PROBLEM 1. Out of fuai. Will not start 2. Engine not =CHOKED" propedy. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Dirty air cleaner. 5. Water in fuel. 6. Clogged fuel tank, 7. Loose spark plug wire. 8. Bad spark plug or improper gap. 9.
  • Page 18 1. Ground too wet, Soil balls up or clumps "line control is not engaged. Engine runs but tiller won't move V-belt not correctly adjusted. V-belt is off pulley(e). Engine runs but 1311ing t oo deep. labors when tilling Throttle control not properly adjusted.
  • Page 19 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292402 HANDLE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 72010520 Bolt5/16-18 X 2-1/2 136993 Panel, Control 152094 Assembly,Handle Column 110632X Grip, Handle 3066J Cable, line Control 151229 Lever,Control, line 12000027 Ring. Clip 154805 Pin, Pivot 73970500 Locknut,Flange 5/16-18 UNC...

  • Page 20: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 1 166013 Assembly,Bracket,Bell Guard 9484R Clip, Cable 86777 Screw. Hex Washer Head, Slottad,Thread Cutling #10- 24 x 1/2 Type O 74610812 Bolt,HexHead 1/2-20x3/4 STD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8-16...
  • Page 21 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY 1920 19 1 PART DESCRIPTION 9194R Pin, Clevis 74760520 Bolt,HexHead 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16.18x3/4 STD523107 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 STD541031 STD551131 Washer, Lock 5/16 $TD541437 Locknut,whvasher 3/8-16...
  • Page 22 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER TINE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 1 156934 "Rne,Outer, R.H. 2 163552 Clip, Hairpin 3 156932 "line,Inner, R.H. 917.292402 PART DESCRIPTION 4 156931 "nne.Inner, LH. 5 156933 Tree, Outer, LH. 6 4929H Pin, Clevis...
  • Page 23 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER TRANSMISSION PART DESCRIPTION 74760524 Bolt,Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2 STD523732 Bolt, Fin, Hex 3/8-16 x 3-1/4 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 STD541437 Locknut,w/washer 3/8-16 9057R558 Shield,"fine 1949J Bcacket, C-,nglne, R.H.
  • Page 24 • REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 'DECALS 163O45 166130 166131 137653 120431X 147592 120075X 162215 166006 917.292402 PART DESCRIPTION Decal, Logo Decal, Logo Decal, Logo Decal, Caution,"nneControl Decal, Hand Placement Decal, Operationand Lubrication Decal, Waming, RotatingTines Decal, Tree Shield...
  • Page 25 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292402 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO.1118-E1 "k REQUIRESSPECLM.TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCllON MANUAl. _1036 LABEL KIT EMISSION...
  • Page 26 REPAIRPARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292402 BRIGGS & STRA'I-T'ON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO.1118-E1 111 I 127A 1")4 _ 3" ltl0...
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO.1118-1=1 _ TOINSTALLSEEREPAIR IIrREOUIRESSPECIALTOOLS ,NSTRUCnON"A"U_- _ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL Krr 917.292402 _",,_,_ 1096 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET 8E1" 358 GASKET SET...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO.1118-E1 PART DESCRIPTION 495133 CylinderAssembly 399268 Bushing,Cylinder 299819 e *Seal, OIJ 214040 Head, Cylinder 272157 e'Gasket, CylinderHead 495774 BreatherAssembly 27549 *Gasket, Valve Cover 94621...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER BRIGGS'& STRA'rroN ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO.1118_-E1 PART DESCRIPTION 280720 BellCrank 231520 Screw, Shoulder 262279 Red, Speed Control 262948 Spdng, Governor 262359 Unk' Choke 494845 Gear, Governor 221551 Washer, Thrust 490649...
  • Page 33 For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7274)

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