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Craftsman 917.299691 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.299691 Owner's Manual

5.0 hp 17 inc tine width counter rotating rear tine tiller
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.299691
Cauti6n;
Read and follow
all Safety
Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This
Equipment
5.0 HP
17 INC
TINE WIDTH
COUNTER ROTATING
EAR TI
TILLER
TINES
• Assembly
, Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustment
• Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago,
IL 60684 U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917.299691 5.0 HP Cauti6n; 17 INC TINE WIDTH Read and follow all Safety Rules COUNTER ROTATING TINES and Instructions EAR TI TILLER Before Operating This Equipment • Assembly , Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustment •...

  • Page 2: Accessories

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING , Read the operating and service instruction manual care- • Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating fuIly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the position, before unclogging the tines, and when making proper use of the equipment.
  • Page 3 Repairs r_ecessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. if this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warranty applies for only 30 days from the date of purchase.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    OF CONTENTS INDEX Accessories ........Fuel: Repair Parts: Adjustments: Filling Tank ......11 Tiller & Engine ....21-31 Storage ........Depth Stake ......10 Rules for Safe Operation ....2 Ground Drive Belt ....16 Type ........Finish: Handle Height ......15 Throttle ........
  • Page 5 TILLER ACCESSORIES SE ACCESSORIES WERE AVAILABLE WHEN THE TILLER WAS PURCHASED. THEY ARE ALSO AVAILABLE AT _T SEARS RETAIL OUTLETS, CATALOG AND SERVICE CENTERS, MOST SEARS STORES CAN ORDER REPAIR ;TS FOR YOU WHEN YOU PROVIDE THE MODEL NUMBER OF YOUR TILLER. 31NE m,,,,i ..
  • Page 6 ,i i TO ASSEMBLE YOUR TILLER YOU WILL NEED: OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1) (1) utility knife The right hand (R.H.) and left hand (LH.) sides of your (1) wire cutter titler are determined from the operator's position while standing behind tiNer, tli tire pressure gauge pair of pliers (1) screwdriver...
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY INPACKiNG CARTON (See Fig. 2) • Grasp handle assembly. Hold in "up" position. Be sure handle lock remains in gearcase notch, Slide handle assembly into position. of ¢attoning material.CAUTION: Be careful of expose -----1 staples when handling or disposing "UP"...
  • Page 8 ASSE CONNECT SHIFT Fig. 6, 7 & 8) (See SHIFT LEVER • Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hote of shift lever indicator. , Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure. • Insert other end of shift rod into hoie in shift lever. •...
  • Page 9 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR T_LLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE ©...
  • 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 til|ing. We recommend wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 11 ATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE TURNING * Release the drive control bar. CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL (See Fig. 14) o Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. • The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the , Place shift lever indicator in 'F" forward position. Tines factory, already filled with summer weight oil.
  • Page 12 OPERATION , Soil conditions are important for proper tilling. Tines will TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 15) not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may contribute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your ti!ler. CAUTION: Keep the fine control in Hard soil should be moistened before tilling;...
  • Page 13 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL tN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points inspect Spark Attester Muffler inspect Air Screen Replace Air CIeaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.
  • Page 14 NTENANCE Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine. Prevent firesl Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt and debris.
  • Page 15 NTENANCE MUFFLER TRANSMISSION Your transmission is seated and will only require lubrication Do not operate tiller without muffler, Do not tamper with if serviced. exhaust system, Damaged mufflers or spark attesters could create a fire hazard, inspect periodically and re- CLEANING place if necessary.

  • Page 16: Ground Drive Belt

    SERVICEAN ADJUSTI ENTS TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 24) (See Figs. 24 and 25) NOTE: For ease of removal, remove outer side shield, and hairpin clip and clevis pin from left wheel. Pull wheel out , Move left wheel and remove belt guard as described in from tiller about 1 inch.
  • Page 17 SERVICE AN ADJUSTMENTS - TINE REPLACEMENT (See Figs. 26, 27 and * To maintain the superb tilling performance of this ma- chine the tines should be checked for sharpness, wear, and bending, particufarfy the tines which are next to the transmission.

  • Page 18: Throttle

    SERVICE AN ADJUSTM IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT ENGINE • To adjust idle RPM, rotate throttle linkage counter- TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE clockwise and hold against stop while adjusting idle (See Fig. 29) speed adjusting screw to obtain 1750 RPM. Release throttle linkage.
  • Page 19 STORAGE Im mediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the ENGINE 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" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CAUTION: Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a building...
  • Page 20 L..TROUBLESHOOTING ,lu:l i,ll PROBLEM: Probable Cause ,,_- Possible Remedy WiLL NOT START OR HARD TO START Fill tank with gasoline No gasoline in Fuel Tank Place Choke Control in "CHOKE" position Choke not set properly _ Place Throttle Control in "FAST" position Throttle Control not set properly Move Choke control to "Run"...
  • Page 21 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" CRT TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299691 HANDLE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION t10707X 109228X Lever, Lock, Handle Cap, Sleeve 121213X 110674X Handle, Assemble Grip, Handle 121145X 110673X Grommet, Handle Clip, Plastic, Cable t27254X 86777 Screw, Hex, Washer Hd, Slotted Bar, Drive Control Assembly 6712J...
  • Page 22 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" CRT TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299691 MAINFRAME_ LEFT SIDE DESCRIPTEON PART STD541431 *Nut, Keps 5/16-18 STD551137 * Washer, Lock 3/8 STD541037 *Nut, Hex 3/8-16 74930576 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 4-3/4 STD571810 * Pin, Roll 110111X Lever, Shift STD532505...
  • Page 23 :REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" CRT TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299691 MAINFRAME, RIGHT SiDE PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRiPTiON STD541431 *Nut, Keps 5/16-18 5015J Tire 102332X Bracket, Reinforcment 124366X 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 795R Valve, Tire 102173X Counterweight, R+H. 123081X Decal, Engine STD551137...

  • Page 24: Tines

    PART DESCRIPTION 44" °51 102128X O-Ring 102t00X Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive 106390X Spacer 0,765 x 1.125 x 1o23 102134X Chain #35-50 Pitch PART DESCRiPTiON 124458X Ground Shaft Assembly t02106X Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive 106388X Spacer 0.70 x 1.00 x 1,t50 _,7_o Transmission Assembly 102121X...
  • Page 25 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" CRT TILLER = - MODEL NUMBER 917.299691 TINE SHIELD PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 98000129 Nut, Flange 5/t6-18 10270tX Grip 104086X417 Shield, Side, Outer L. H. STD541037 *Nut, Hex 3/8-16 t24309X417 Shie!d, Side 102156X Stake, Depth 74930632 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2 8393J...
  • Page 26 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" CRT TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.299691 TINES PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PART 6554J Tine, L. H. Inner 4459J Tine, L. H. Outer 6555J Tine, R, H. Inner 74610616 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1 4460J Tine, R, H. Outer STD551137 * Washer, Lock 3/8 STD624008...

  • Page 27: Guard

    REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" CRT TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299691 ENGINE , BRIGGS & STRATTON-- MODEL NUMBER 130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129-01 ENGINE, RIGHT SIDE 19 20 PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION PART 63770 Ball, Clutch 390463 Starter Assembly, Rewind (Inc. Key 298799 Ratchet No's 2-9)

  • Page 28: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" CRT TILLER -= MODEL NUMBER 917.29969t ENGINE = BRiGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129-01 ENGINE, REAR DESCRIPTION PART 210959 Cover, Diaphragm 93265 Pin, Diaphragm Cover DESCRIPTION PART 93141 Screw, Diaphragm Cover 93543 Screw, FiL Hd.
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" CRT TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299691 ENGINE - BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129-01 ENGINE, LEFT SIDE i,r-..,, "y] PART DESCRIPTION 90832 Washer, Lock 93656 Stud 297602 Cover Assembly, Crankcase (Inc. Key No.'s 5,6, and 7) 294606 Seat, Oil...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" CRT TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299691 ENGINE - BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129-0t ENGINE, INTERNAL PARTS -_17...

  • Page 31: Spark Plug

    REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" CRT TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.299691 ENGINE - BRIGGS & STRATTON o- MODEL NUMBER 130202, TYPE NUMBER 3129-01 ENGINE, iNTERNAL PARTS PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION 2t 1542 Head, Cylinder 231082 Nut, Hex No. t0-24 Bolt, Governor Lever 94221 Screw, Cylinder Head-2-3/32 ID...

  • Page 32: Transmission

    5.0 HP OWNER'S E WIDTH 17 INCH TI MANUAL ROTATING COUNTER REAR TINE TILLE MODEL NO. Each tiller has its own model number. Each engine has its own modet 917.299691 number. The model number for your tiiler wilt be found on a pfate attached to the top of the transmission.

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