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- Page 1 ..... iii iiii u,,,,,u ii i,,11 lUl, i i1,1111 ii i,i :t ,1, iii1,,i iii1,11 ® Caution: 26 mNC Read and follow all Safety Rules FRONT and Instructions WroTH Before Operating Th=s Equipment ° AssembUy ®Operation . Customer Responsibinities °...
- Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) arid check immediately for the cause. • Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thoroughfy Vibration is generally a warning of trouble, familiar with the controls and the proper use of the •...
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Page 3: Spark Arrester
• 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... - Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..... 3, 12-14 SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS......... 14-17 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........STORAGE ..............18 WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........ACCESSORIES ............. REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ........20-25 ASSEMBLY ..............REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE ,........
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Page 5: Accessories
ACCESSORI These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are also available at most Sears Retail outlets, Catalog and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can order repair parts for you When you provide the model number of your tiller. ENGINE AIR FILTER GAS CAN... - Page 6 iiiii, i ..i ,j .:-:: ..ill,l,ii ASSEM 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,...
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Page 7: Arrangement
i1_111 i ii wll,,,,iw,,i,, ....UNPACK CARTON 3fINE CONTROL CABLE staples when handling or disposing of CAUTION: Be careful of exposed cartoning material, TINE CONTROL HANDLE MOUNT IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK HANDLE COLUMN CABLE(S). -
Page 8: Throttle
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations With your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference° CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL T|NE SHIELD... -
Page 9: Depth Stake
The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage, Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spec- tacles or standard safety glasses. -
Page 10: Oil Level
,,,, ,,,,, .... OPERATION .=::;............... TRANSPORTING YOUR TILLER ADD GASOLINE ......'..iJl,t • Fill fuel tank, fresh, clean, regular unteaded CAUTION: Before lifting or transport- gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon ing, allow tiller engine and muffler to and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life, | ,_... -
Page 11: Tilling Hints
OPERA • You will find tiiling much easier if you leave a row untilled between passes. Then go back over the entire area at right angles (See Fig..9), There 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 ]t... -
Page 12: Customer Responsibilities 3
..IIIIIII IL'JL CUSTOME RESPON MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE v" Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points Inspect Spark Arrester Muffler Inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge .. -
Page 13: Air Cleaner
i i ,, ,i,,i,,u,,i LIT ES CUSTOME ....i ilil]li ..... I,,,,IIT_ ..i, i1,1 i ,ll_l ,lll, llll iil,,,,,i,l,l:ll,,J :....Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance°... -
Page 14: Handle Height
i%,,11,1 ....CUSTOME RESPON ILITIE$ MUFFLER TRANSMISSION Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with Your transmission is sealed and willonly require lubrication exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters if it is serviced. could create a fire hazard° Inspect periodically and replace CLEANING if necessary, if your engine is equipped with a spark... -
Page 15: Tines
_ _,, i i ii, ,,11,1,1, I'llll_L U_ I IL_' _L'I" _r'r'l_ll EFtVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS FINAL CHECK "ON" POSITION MID-WIDTH TILLING ,, 24 INCH PATH (See Fig. 17) Assemble holes "A" in tine hubs to holes "C" in tine With tinecontroi"ON" (he]ddown to handle) push down shaft. -
Page 16: V-Belt
ERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS ...., ..• ....i1,11111111 ..:::T:. : ... ii1_ U_I, TO REPLACE V-BELTS (See Figs. 20 and 21) FORWARD MOTION (INSIDE) V-BELT ENGINE PULLEY BELT GUIDE Replace V-belts if they have stretched considerably or if TRANSMISSION they show cracks or frayed edges_ There are two (2) V- ""... -
Page 17: Belt Guard
PRELIMINARY SETTING TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 22) Air cteaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu- Remove two (2) cap nuts and washers from side of beff retor when making carburetor adjustments,. guard,. ° With engine off, turn idle needle valve in (clockwise) •... -
Page 18: Storage
_LI_[I' III' ii ..i_ll,,ll,i i ,i i lll, Ill ' k STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare you r tillerfor storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil, (See "ENGINE"... - Page 19 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1, Out of fuel Fill fueltank Englne not "CHOKED" properly, See "TO START ENGINE" in the Operation section Engine flooded Wait several minutes before attempting to start, Dlrtyafr cleaner Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge Waterin fuef Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with fresh...
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Page 20: Repair Parts
REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 26" TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 HANDLE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION STD533107 STD533125 Bolt, Carriage Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 136998 5/16-18 UNC x 2-3/8 Grade 5 Bracket, Reverse Rod 137640 136993 Bushing, Reverse Rod Bracket Panel, Control 106932X 110512X... -
Page 21: Repair' Parts
REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 26" TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 123643X Assembly, Bracket, Bett Guard 2649M Key, Square 9484R Clip, Cable 2607J Sheave, Transmission 86777 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Slotted, 110550X Bolt, Belt Guard Thread Cutting #10-24 x 1/2 Type D 12000036... -
Page 22: Repair Parts
REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 26" TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 9194R 74760524 Pin, Clevis Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Grade 2 74760520 1951J500 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Support, Depth Stake, L.H. STD523107 120958X Washer... - Page 23 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 26" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 TINE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 100746M Tine, Outer, R.H. 674A42 Tine, Inner, Loll. STD624008 Clip, Hairpin 100744M Tine, Outer, L.,.H, 674A43 Tine, Inner, R.H. 4929H Pin, Clevis _.'_...
- Page 24 REPAaR PARTS 26" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 TRANSMISSION F_..-'3 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Grade 2 9173R Spacer, Split 74780652 Bolt, Ftn, Hex 3/8-t6 x 3-t/4 STD541431 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC STD551037 Washer 13/32 x i 3/16 x 11...
- Page 25 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 26" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 137742 Decal, Logo 133026 Decal, Logo 137737 Decal, Logo 137653 Decal, Caution, Tine Control 120431X Decat, Hand Placement 110719X Decai, Operation and Lubrication 132402 Decal, HP 120075X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 141O55...
- Page 26 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 26" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0119-01 1111111111111111 33_" I 300 lllj 12el ,/,--5-__ INSTRUCTION MANUAL,...
- Page 27 REPAnR PARTS 5 HP 26" TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0119-01 ,mlHi 1012...
- Page 28 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 26" TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0119-01 "k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 13s8 G ASKET 1016...
- Page 29 REPAmRPARTS 5 HP 26" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0119-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 395990 Retainer, intake Valve and Exhaust Cylinder Assembly 93312 297565 Bushing, Cylinder...
- Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 26" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.296351 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE -- MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0119-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Tube, Breather 204 222962 Bushing, Governor Lever, Flat 231550 205 231520 Screw, Shoulder...
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Page 32: Replacement
261 CH TI ONT TJ E TILLE WiTH Each tiller has its own model nurnber. Each engine has its own model number._ The model number for your tiller will be found on a plate attached to the right hand engine bracket. The model number for your'engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine_ All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Cot...