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Craftsman 917.293470 Owner's Manual

5.5 hp 14 inch tine width rear tine with counter rotating tines tiller
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Owner's Manual
14 INCH TINE WIDTH
REAR TINE WITH
COUNTER
ROTATING TINES
TILLER
Model No,
917.293470
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Espa._ol
• Repair Parts
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-
gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
Sears, Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 This product has a low emission engine which operates gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Operation..........8 Maintenance Schedule ...... 13 Pads Ordering ..... Back Cover LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER Forone (t) year from date of pumhase, when this CraftsmanTiller is maintained, lubricated,and tuned up accordingto the operatingand maintenanceinstructions in the owne¢s manual,Sears will repairfree of charge any defectin matedal or workman- ship.
  • Page 3 • Never attempt to make any adjustments • Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light. while the engine (motor) is running (except where specifically recommend- • Be careful when tilling in hard ground. ed by manufacturer), The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GASOLINE 3 QUARTS • Read and observethe safety rules. CAPACITY: UNLEADED • Followa regularschedule in maintain- REGULAR ing, caring for and usingyour tiller. • Followthe instructions under the OIL(API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 "Customer Responsibilities" and CAPACITY: 20OZ.) (ABOVE 32°F) "Storage"...
  • Page 5 Your new tiller has been assembled at the FRONT factory with exception of those pads left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller al! parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 6 UNPACKING CARTON _I_CAUTION: 8e carefulof exposed staples when handlingor disposingof "UP" Position cartoning matedaL IMPORTANT: When unpackingand assemblingtiller,be carefulof exposed Loosen Handle Lock staples when handlingor disposingof Lever to Move cartoning metedal. 1. While holdinghandle assembly,cut cable ties securinghandle assembly to top frame.
  • Page 7 INSERT CABLE CLIP Shift Lever Indicator • Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the Hairpir back of handle column. Push cables Shift Rod into clip, Handle Column Cables Cable Clip CONNECT SHIFT ROD REMOVETILLER FROM CRATE 1. Insert end of shift rod farthest from 1.
  • Page 8 These symbols may appear onyour T iller o r inliterature supplied w iththeproduct. Leam andunderstand theirmeaning. KNOWYOURTILLER 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.
  • Page 9 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 over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HARD TO SHIFT GEARS HOWTO USEYOURTILLER...
  • Page 10 TURNING CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL I. Release the drive controlbar. The engine in your unit has been 2. Move throttlecontrolto "SLOW" shipped, from the factory, already filled with SAE 30 summer weight oil. position. 3. Place shift lever indicatorin "F" 1.
  • Page 11 ACAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow Choke Control for fuel expansion. If gasoline is acciden- tally spilled, move machine away from area of spill. Avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have disappeared.
  • Page 12 ADJUSTWHEELS CULTIVATING 1. Place blocks under right hand side of tiller and remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from right hand wheel. 2. Move wheel outward approximately 1 inch until hole in inner wheel hub lines up with inner hole in axle, 3.
  • Page 13 SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE _/_/ AS YOU COMPLETE ERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 1_!,2 Oil Pivot Points inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug RH Gear Case Grease...
  • Page 14 _kCAUTlON:Disconnect spark plug wire 5. Refill engine with oil.. See ."CHECK' ENGINE OIL LEVEL in the Operation before performingany maintenance section of this manual. (exceptcarburetoradjustment)to prevent accidental startingof engine. Preventfires! Keep the enginefree of grass,leaves, spilledoil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank beforetippingunitfor maintenance.
  • Page 15 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arrestera could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection.
  • Page 16 TIRE CARE _F/Hex _CAUTION: When mountingtires,unless beads are seated, ovednflationcan _:she cause an explosion. Lo.to, • Maintain20 poundsof tire pressure. If '_._ Behind ;uard \\ Tire tire pressuresare not equal, tiller will pull to one side. • Keep tires free of gasolineor oil which can damage rubber.
  • Page 17 • To maintain the superb tilling perfor- TINE REPLACEMENT mance of this machine the tines should _.CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear be checked for sharpness, wear, and gloves or other protection when handling bending, particularly the tines which tines. are next to the transmission If the gap A badly worn tine causes your tiller to between the tines exceeds 3-1/2...
  • Page 18 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ENGINE The carburetor has been preset at the Maintenance, repair, or replacement of factory and adjustment should not be the emission control devices and sys- necessary. However, engine perfor- tems, which are being done at the mance can be affected by differences in customers expense, may be performed fuel, temperature, altitude or load.
  • Page 19 Immediately prepare your tiller for storage NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable at the end of the season or if the unit will alternative in minimizing the formation of not be used for 30 days or more. fuel gum deposits dudng storage. Add _,CAUTION: Never store the tiller with stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or...
  • Page 20 PROBLEM CAUSE CORREC_ON Willnotstart 1. Out of fuel. t. Fill fueltank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in 2. Engine not "CHOKED" the Operationsection. properly. 3. Wait several minutesbefore 3. Engine flooded. attempting to start. 4. Dirty air cleaner. 4. Clean or replace aimleaner cartridge.
  • Page 21 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine 1. Low oil level/dirty oil. 1. Check oil level/change oil. overheats 2. Dirty engine air screen. 2. Clean engine air screen. 3. Clean cylinder fins, air 3. Dirty engine. screen, muffler area. 4. Remove and clean muffler. 4.
  • Page 22 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 HANDLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 175250 Throttle, Control 19131611 Washer 13/32xl 141406 Gdp,Haodle 110673X Grommet, Handle 109228X Lever, Lock, Hanole 15_58 Haodk_, Assemble 127254X Bar, Ddve Control Assembly 6712J Cap, Vinyl 165197 Clip, Plastic, Cable 137119...
  • Page 23 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION STD541431 Nut,Kept;FlangeS/16-18 STC_24003 Clip, Hair_n STD551137 Washer, LoCk 3/8 165501X558 Guard, Belt STD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8o16 132801 Belt, V 170127 Sl_eld, Inner Belt Guard 104679X Pufley, Idler 154734 Screw Shift Lever 12000032 Ring, KIIp...
  • Page 24 10_J32X Bracket, Reinforcement 150750 7O_R Tire Valve 102173X Counter Weight, R,H, STD551137 Washer, Lock 3/8 ..Engine, (See Breakdown) Craftsman Model NO, 110402- STD5410_7 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 7476_24 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 0180-E1 7192J TieCable STD624003 CHp,Hairpln 126875X Rivet, Ddlled NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.Inches.
  • Page 25 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170337 Transmission Assembly (Includes 106388X Spacer 0.70 x 1.00 x 1.150 Key Nce. 2-52) 1(_121X Sprocket and Gear Assembly 165729 Gearcase, L,H. w/Bearing 1G2112X Shaft, Reduction (2nd) (Includes Key No. 4) 1G2101X Screw, WIdz, Lod( 5/1 6.18 x 3-1/2 161963...
  • Page 26 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 TINE SHIELD PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 739(XTo(X) Nut, Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18 Unc ST[To41G37 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 8393J 10_156X Stake, Depth Pin, Stake, Depth 12000036 74930632 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2 Ring, Klip STD533107 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 Gr 5 4440J...
  • Page 27 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 TINE ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 4459J Tlne, Outer, L.H. 74610616 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1 132673 Pin, Shear 4460J Tine, Outer, R.H. 6554J Tine, Inner, LH. 132722 Assembly, Hub and Plate, R.H. 3146R Clip, Hairpin 6555J Tlne, Inner, R.H.
  • Page 28 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 176738 Decal, Service CNTRL PNL 176736 Decal, Belt Guard 137538 Decal, Caution, Drive Contrdi 120431X Decal, Hand Ptacement 102180X Decal, Shift Indicator 166138 Decal, Operation Intak 167156 Decal, B & S Intak 120075X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 187984...
  • Page 29 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - -.MODEL NUMBER 110402-0180-E1 1022 " 914A 415 _ 718 - <* 1113 :', i_ _ , -_%_ 22+•+ 21 _" _" REQUIRES EPECIALTOOLS Pi30; TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL, + ,ii +' i: +, "-,, 1016 LABEL KIT...
  • Page 30 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRA'rTON - - MODEL NUMBER 110402-0180-E1 276 i_h 276 _ i_ ° 358 GASKET 423A I Ir+_ _+ ! I _ +_ "+ °1...
  • Page 31 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATFON - - MODEL NUMBER 110402-0180-E1 209A 1054 334_ 615 _ 190A <_ 736 t_...

  • Page 32: Engine, Briggs & Stratton Parts

    TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL N UMBER 1 10402-0180-E1 7" 65 _ I 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL 363_ 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT 1022...
  • Page 33 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON - - MODEL NUMBER 110402-0180-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 693811 Cylinder Assembly 694112 Carburetor 399269 Bushing/Seal Kit 223472 _ Welch Plug 299819 • Oil Seal 691181 Throttle Valve 693643 Cylinder Head 398187 Carburetor Float 273489...
  • Page 34 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293470 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 110402-0180-E1 PART pART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 19374 Spark Plug Wrench 693583 Muffler Guard 693463 Oil Fill Plug 94896 Screw (Muffler Guard) 690349 Screw Air Cleaner Base) 836A 693624 Screw (Mounting) 423A...
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