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Craftsman 917.299881 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.299881 Owner's Manual

8.0 hp 21 inch tine width rear tine tiller with counter rotating tines
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.299881
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and instructions
Before Operating
Thws Equ=pment
8.0 HP
21 iNCH Ti
E WIDTH
REAR TINE TILLER WITH
COUNTER
ROTATING TINES
• Assembly
, Operation
, Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
, Repair Parts
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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.299881 8.0 HP Caution: E WIDTH 21 iNCH Ti Read and follow all Safety Rules REAR TINE TILLER WITH and instructions COUNTER ROTATING TINES Before Operating Thws Equ=pment • Assembly , Operation , Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments , Repair Parts .............
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers ° If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the TRAINING engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. • Read the Owner's Manua{ carefully., Be thoroughly Vibration is generally a warning of trouble_ familiar with the controls and the proper use of the •...

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    ° 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 TILLER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SAFETY RULES ............SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ........ 16-19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...... 3,14-16 STORAGE ..............PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........3 WARRANTY ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ........22-28 ACCESSORIES ............. ASSEMBLY ............... REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE ........29-32 SERVICFJPARTS ORDERING ....

  • Page 5: Accessories

    ..iiiiii ACCESSOR ,, i i,i1,111,1,111M i,i1,1 i l llll These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are also available 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°...
  • Page 6 iiiiiiiiiillllllllll illlll ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at thefactory 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°...

  • Page 7: Depth Stake

    ASSEMBLY Grasp handle assembly. Hold in"up"position, Be sure UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2) handle lock remains in gearcase notch. Slide handle ..i Hl,,H'l I I% assembly into position,, staples when handling or disposing of I & CAUTION: Be careful of exposed HANDLE ASSEMBLY carton,!,ng material.

  • Page 8: Handle Height

    CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6) INSERT CABLE CLIP (See Fig. 7) insert end of shift rod into hole of shift lever indicator_ • Insert plasticcable clip into hole on the back of handle column. Push cables into clip,, • insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure.

  • Page 9: Side Shields

    lUUUUUUllUUl _1 iJ ..OPERATI ,, ,iiii i_i_, l l_,,_,,u, LL 'I I , , i ......KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrationswith your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments° Save this manual for future reference.
  • Page 10 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 tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spec- tacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 11 OPERATION CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12) TURNING The engine in your tiller has been shipped, from the Release the drive control bar,, factory, already filled with SAE 30 summer weight oil, ° Move throttle control to "SLOW" position., With engine level, clean area around oil filler plug and Place shift lever indicator in "F"...
  • Page 12 OPERATION TILLING HINTS TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 13) i LIIIILIIIHIIlUl I I IIllL II CAUTION: Until you are accustomed to handling your tiller, start actual field use with throttle in slow position........,,,,, ,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,, , ,, ,,, •...
  • Page 13 OPERATi CULTIVATING Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pre- OUTER VIEW OF TIRE vent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the . CLEVIS plants. At the same time, breaking up the upper layer of soit crust will help retain moisture in the soil. Best digging depth is I"...

  • Page 14: Air Cleaner 1

    CUSTOMER ......MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level = ....Change Engine Oil v" Oil Pivot Points " inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler Inspect Air' Screen Clean or' Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug 1 - Change more...
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILF[IES ........] ii1,1111 iii1,111111 i1,1,, , 111 ,i i1,1 ]1,, ]11,,,,, i 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 16 IIILIIIIL ............CUSTOMER SIBILITIES TRANSMISSION MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler'. Do not tamper with Your transmission issealed and will only require lubrication if serviced. exhaust system., Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary.

  • Page 17: Belt Guard

    SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS IIU,lUUUUHlUUL ul, 'l 'm' U"UUl I "'Ul ll' TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 24) (See Fig. 25) Remove hairpinclip and clevis pinfrom leftwheel Pull wheel out from tiller about 1 inch. Remove belt guard.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • To maintain the superb tilling performance of this TINE REPLACEMENT (See Figs. 26, 27 and machine the tines should be checked for sharpness, wear, and bending,particularlythe tines which are next to the transmission, If the gap between the tines exceeds 3-1/2 inches they should be replaced or gloves or other protection when han- straightened as necessary.
  • Page 19 ENGINE PRELIMINARY SETTING • Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu- ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE retor when making carburetor adjustments. (See Fig. 29) ° Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly The throttle control has been preset at the factory and (see above)..
  • Page 20 ..• ........illlll iii illtLllll ii STORAGE ......... trill tttttllUltltHIl' ENGINE OIL 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° Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil lluHllL (See "ENGINE"...
  • Page 21 ..i1,,i, _,,i i ii_l,l_,,i,Wl,i I'I'H'I' I ..I '1 ......I'1 ,i,,i,,,,i,i j I I..TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS ....,i, ,i,,i CORRECTION CAUSE PROBLEM IIIP 1,, Fill fuel tank 1,, Out of fuel. Will not start See "TO START ENGINE" tn Operation section, Engine net "CHOKED"...

  • Page 22: Repair Parts 2

    REPAIR PARTS 8 HP 21" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299881 HANDLES PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION Throttle Control 138305 19131611 Washer 13/32 x i x 11 Gauge 141406 Grip, Handle 109228X Lever', Lock, Handle 110673X Grommet, Handle 138297 Handle, Assemble 127254X Bar, Drive Control Assembly 121145X...
  • Page 23 REPAIR PARTS 8 HP 21" TALLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299881 MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE 15 22 PART DESCRIPTION 106t 60X O_Ring STD551137 Washer, Lock 3/8 S-fD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 74930572 Bolt, Hex Head 5116_18x 4-!/2 STD571810 Pin, Roll 110111X Lever, Shift STD532505 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Grade 5 8700J...
  • Page 24 REPAIR PARTS 8 HP 21" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299881 MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 138402 Bumper 4929H Rivet, Drilled 73220500 Nut Fin Hex 5/16-18 5015J Tire 10040500 Wash Lock Hvy HIcl 5/16 138417 74760528 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-3/4 795R Tire Valve 138669...
  • Page 25 REPAIR PARTS 21 " TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299881 8 HP TRANSMISSION 17 24 PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 142477 8357J Transmission Assembly Gear, Reverse Idler 106!79X Gearcase Assembly, R.H. 674A289 Gear Assembly, Reverse Idler with Bearing (Includes Key No. 18) (Includes Key Numbers 28 and 30) 8370J 6803J...
  • Page 26 REPAIR PARTS 21 " TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299881 8 HP TINE SHIELD PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 73220400 Nut Fin Hx 1/4-20 98000129 Nut, Flange 5/16-18 104084X459 Shield, Side Shield, Side, Outer, L.H. 10871tX459 STD5325t2 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Gr. 5 8393J Pin, Depth Stake 8389J...
  • Page 27 Bo_,_v. _,I_'_Z_ _ S._ _ • -nr_oner_t _en_-_o_S...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS 21" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299881 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 144971 Decal, Logo 138813 Decal, Logo 138263 Decal, Logo 138286 Decal, Logo 137538 Decal, Caution, Drive Control 120431X Decal, Hand Placement 138546 Decal, Shift Indicator 272698 Decal, Engine, HP 120075X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 144980...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS 8 HP 21" TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299881 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 190402, TYPE NO.6151-01 • k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. t_o_9 LABEL K,T1 !3S8 GASKET SE_I SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 8 HP 21" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299881 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 190402, TYPE NO. 6151-01 [121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT i 111 '_ 332_...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS 8 HP 21" TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299881 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 190402, TYPE NO.6151-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Rotocoil, Exhaust Valve 292260 495631 Cylinder Assembly Retainer, Exhaust Valve Rotocoil(2) 93630 495657 Bushing, Cylinder...

  • Page 32: Muffler

    REPAIR PARTS 8 HP 21" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299881 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 190402, TYPE NO. 6151-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 103 99333 Float, Carburetor 354 90576 Nut, Hex 104 230896 Pin, Float Hinge 356 398838...
  • Page 33 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 35 SERVmCE NOTES...

  • Page 36: Tines

    CRAFTSMAN o OWNER'S 8.0 HP MANUAL 21 INCH TINE WIDTH REAR TINE TILLER WITH COUNTER MODEL NO. Each tiller' has its own model number., Each engine has its own modet number. 917.299881 The model number for your tiller will be found on a plate attached to the...

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