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Sears Craftsman 944.621554 Owner's Manual

Sears Craftsman 944.621554 Owner's Manual

6.0 hp 26 inch tine width front tine tiller with reverse
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.621554
Important:
Read and fol low
all Safety Rules
and In struc tions
Be fore Op er at ing
This Equip ment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
6.0 HP
26 INCH TINE WIDTH
FRONT TINE TILLER
WITH REVERSE
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts

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  • Page 1 26 INCH TINE WIDTH and In struc tions Be fore Op er at ing FRONT TINE TILLER This Equip ment WITH REVERSE • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Ro ta ry Tillers TRAINING • Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are dangerous. • Read the Owner’s Manual care ful ly. Be thor ough ly • Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, fa mil iar with the controls and the proper use of the or other safety protective devices in place.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    LIMITED TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER For Two (2) years from date of purchase Sears Canada, Inc. will repair or replace at Sears option free of charge parts which are defective as a result of material or workmanship.

  • Page 4: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY 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. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 5 ASSEMBLY UNPACK CARTON & IN STALL HAN DLE INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) (See Fig. 2) • Loosen nut “A”. • Insert stake support between engine bracket halves CAUTION: Be careful of exposed sta ples with stake spring down. when handling or dis pos ing of carton- ing material.

  • Page 6: Operation

    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. These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
  • Page 7 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 til- ler and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 8 OPERATION TO TRANSPORT CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow CAUTION: Before lifting or trans port ing, for fuel expansion. If gasoline is ac- allow tiller engine and muffl er to cool. ci den tal ly spilled, move machine away Disconnect spark plug wire.
  • Page 9 OPERATION • Soil conditions are important for proper tilling. Tines will NOTE: If engine does not start, see troubleshooting not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may con trib ute points. to excessive bounce and diffi cult handling of your tiller. Hard soil should be mois tened before tilling;...

  • Page 10: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 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 often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine. Prevent fi res! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffl er area of all grass, dirt, and debris. Do not touch hot muffl...
  • Page 12 MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 14) Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling sea- Your engine is air cooled. For proper engine performance son or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes fi rst. and long life keep your engine clean. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in “PRODUCT •...

  • Page 13: Service & Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug. MID-WIDTH TILLING - 24 INCH PATH (See Fig. 17) TILLER • Assemble holes “A” in tine hubs to holes “C” in tine shaft.
  • Page 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 19) • Recheck in “ON” position and adjust if necessary. • Remove two (2) cap nuts and washers from side of NOTE: If “ON” position check required adjustment, recheck belt guard. “OFF”...
  • Page 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CHECK TINE OPERATION ENGINE • See “TINE OPERATION CHECK” in this section of Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission con- manual. trol devices and systems, which are being done at the cus tom ers expense, may be performed by any non-road REPLACE BELT GUARD engine repair establishment or individual.

  • Page 16: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the ENGINE OIL 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 man ual). WARNING: Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a build ing where fumes may reach an open fl...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in the Operation section. 3. Engine fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4.

  • Page 18: Repair Parts-Tiller

    REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 HANDLE ASSEMBLY handle_assy_35 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 187814X010 Panel, Control 188171 Cable Asm Reverse 110632X Grip, Handle 12000059 Retainer, Ring 98000129 Nut, Flange 72010520 Bolt 5/16-18 x 2-1/2 STD533107 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 73970500 Locknut, Flange 5/16-18 unc 181476...
  • Page 19 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY belt_guard_14 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180377 Assembly, Bracket, Belt Guard 12000036 Ring, Klip 9484R Clip, Cable STD541237 Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16 86777 Screw, Hex Washer Head, Slotted, 161806 Pulley, Idler Thread Cutting #10-24 x 1/2 Type D...
  • Page 20 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY wheel_d.stake_2 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 9194R Pin, Clevis 5388J Spring, Stake 74760520 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 121117X Bolt, Shoulder STD523107 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 9188R Wheel STD541031 Nut, Hex 5/16-18...
  • Page 21 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 TINE ASSEMBLY tine_ipb_3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156931 Tine, Inner, L.H. 156934 Tine, Outer, R.H. 156933 Tine, Outer, L.H. STD624008 Retainer, Spring 4929H Pin, Clevis 156932 Tine, Inner, R.H.
  • Page 22 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 TRANSMISSION transmission_12 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Grade 2 9173R Spacer, Split STD523732 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 3-1/4 19091412 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 12 Gauge STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 19092016 Washer 9/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge STD541437 Locknut 3/8-16...
  • Page 23 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 176943 Decal, Logo 179381 Decal, Logo 192382 Decal, Logo 144778 Decal, Panel Control Inst. 110614X Decal, Hand Placement 120076X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 162384 Decal, Tine Shield 167156 Decal, Tank 171078 Decal, Recoil 176783...

  • Page 24: Repair Parts-Engine

    REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 126302, TYPE NO. 0206-E1 1022 1034 1029 1026 1023 914A 914B 1022 1330 REPAIR MANUAL 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 25 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 126302, TYPE NO. 0206-E1 633A 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 633A 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 633A 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 1022...
  • Page 26 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 126302, TYPE NO. 0206-E1 209A 836A...
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 126302, TYPE NO. 0206-E1 1211 1210 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL 1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE 1005 1070 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 1022...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 126302, TYPE NO. 0206-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 699510 Cylinder Assembly 698214 Plate-Cylinder Head 299819 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 699207 Base-Air Cleaner 699486 Head-Cylinder 696024 •Ø‡...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.621554 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 126302, TYPE NO. 0206-E1 PART DESCRIPTION 693867 ؇ Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft 633A 691321 ؇ Seal-Throttle Shaft 692076 Boot-Spark Plug 699206 Screw (Control Panel) 694257 Spacer 393757 Defl...
  • Page 30 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 31 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 32 02488 PRINTED IN THE U.S.A. 192378 03.26.04 TR...

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