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Craftsman C459.62103-2 Operator's Manual

Craftsman C459.62103-2 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
208cc Engine
Rear Tine Tiller
Model No. C459.62103-2
CAUTION: Before using
this product, read this
manual and follow all
safety rules and operating
instructions.
Sears Canada Inc., 290 Yonge Street, Toronto, On M5B 2C3
®
Visit our web site: sears.ca
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
FORM NO. 769-09657
1/10/2014

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual ® 208cc Engine Rear Tine Tiller Model No. C459.62103-2 • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION CAUTION: Before using • MAINTENANCE this product, read this • PARTS LIST manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. Sears Canada Inc., 290 Yonge Street, Toronto, On M5B 2C3 Visit our web site: sears.ca...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6 Warranty Statement .

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe opera- This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not tion practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in yourself and others.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safe Handling of Gasoline: • Look down and behind and use care when in reverse or pulling machine towards you. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are •...
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE REGARDING EMISSIONS • Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal of engine. EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are •...
  • Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING—...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be NOTE: The bell washer should be positioned with the top of the bell shape certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the towards the hex nut which will create tension and further secure the flange Operation section of this manual before operating your machine.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY MOVING THE TILLER OFF THE SKID To test the function of the forward drive bail, lift the bail to the handle and release it. The bail should return to its neutral position. If it doesn’t, To roll the tiller off the shipping platform, put the wheels in freewheel, if contact Customer Support for assistance or the nearest dealer.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY SET-UP Fuel Recommendations Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize combus- Checking and Adding Oil tion chamber deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane. Gasoline with CAUTION up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) can be used.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY Transmission/Gear Oil First Time Use With the tiller on level ground, pull the Depth Regulator Lever back and then all the way up until the lowest notch in the lever is engaged. See Figure 8. Depth Regulator Lever Figure 8 Remove the oil fill plug from the transmission housing cover and locate the main drive shaft situated inside the housing.

  • Page 11: Operation

    See Figure 10. STOP position. See Figure 10. Meets ANSI Safety Standards Craftsman Tillers conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
  • Page 12 OPERATION OIL FILL CAP & DIPSTICK Move the choke lever on the engine to CHOKE position. (A warm engine may not require choking.) See Figure 11. Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill. See Figure 10.
  • Page 13 OPERATION To move tiller in reverse: (Do not till in reverse) To adjust the side shields, remove the wing nuts. Move the side shield to the desired position and replace the wing nuts. Tighten securely. See Figure 13. a. Release the Forward Clutch Bail. b.
  • Page 14 OPERATION CLEARING THE TINES • When cultivating (breaking up the surface soil around the plants WARNING to destroy weeds, See Figure 15), adjust the tines to dig only 1” to 2” deep. Using the shallow tilling depth helps prevent injury to Before clearing the tines by hand, stop the engine, allow all moving the plants whose roots often grow close to the surface.
  • Page 15 OPERATION Suggested Tilling Patterns • If the garden size will not permit lengthwise and then crosswise tilling, then overlap the first passes by one-half a tiller width, fol- • When preparing a seedbed, go over the same path twice in the lowed by successive passes at one-quarter width.
  • Page 16 OPERATION Terrace Gardening • Position the loading vehicle so that the ramp angle is as flat as possible (the less incline to the ramp, the better). Turn the To create a terrace, start at the top of the slope and work down vehicle’s engine off and apply the parking brake.

  • Page 17: Service And Maintenance

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to completed maintenance tasks.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Servicing the Air Cleaner Remove the spark plug boot and use a spark plug wrench to remove the plug. See Figure 20. WARNING Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner element. A fire or explosion could result. The air cleaner prevents damaging dirt, dust, etc., from entering the carburetor and being forced into the engine and is important to engine Spark Plug...
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Check Engine Oil To Drain Oil Check oil before each use. Stop engine and wait several minutes WARNING before checking oil level. With the tiller on level ground, the oil Used oil is a hazardous waste product. Dispose of used oil properly must be to FULL mark on dipstick.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION Check Transmission Gear Oil Check the transmission gear oil after every 30 hours of operation After every 10 operating hours, oil or grease the lubrication points. Use or whenever you notice any oil leak. Operating the tiller when the clean lubricating oil (#30 weight motor oil is suitable) and clean general transmission is low on oil can result in severe damage.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE BELT REPLACEMENT Remove the idler bracket extension spring. See Figure 29. It is recommended to use a pair of needle-nosed pliers, and grab the If the drive belt or reverse belt needs to be replaced, it is best to spring by the end that hooks over the frame.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Removing/Installing a Tine Assembly Remove the hex bolts securing the transmission drive pulley, then remove the pulley along with the two belts. See Figure 31. Remove the tine shield end covers and side shields by removing the three wing nuts on each side that secure them. V-side out A tine assembly consists of a left hand tine and a right hand tine.

  • Page 23: Off-Season Storage

    OFF-SEASON STORAGE WARNING Never store tiller with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark, or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or gas appliance. PREPARING THE TILLER WARNING When the tiller won’t be used for an extended period, prepare it for Never leave engine unattended while it is running.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. Problem Cause Remedy...

  • Page 25: Warranty Statement

    WARRANTY STATEMENT General: Craftsman products are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a specific time period as set-out below (the “Warranty Period”). Warranties extend to the original purchaser of a Craftsman product only. Purchases made through an online auction or through any website other than www.sears.ca are excluded.

  • Page 26: Statement

    FEDERAL and/or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and for those products certified for sale in the state of California, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) are pleased to explain the emission control system (ECS) warranty on your 2013- 2014 small off-road spark-ignited engine and equipment (outdoor equipment).
  • Page 27 Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part.

  • Page 28: Repair Protection Agreement

    REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENT Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman® Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable opera- takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or tion.
  • Page 29 02488 Trademarks of Sears Brands Management Corp. used under license by Sears Canada Marque déposée / Marque de commerce de Sears Brands Management Corp. utilisée en vertu d’une licence de Sears Canada...
  • Page 30 NOTES...

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