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Craftsman 917.29555 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.29555 Owner's Manual

5.0 14 inch tine width rear tine tiller with counter rotating tines
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Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
®
COUNTER
ROTATING TI
oAssembUy
• Operation
, Customer Responsibilities
oService and Adjustments
oRepair Parts
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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  • Page 1 Caution: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. COUNTER ROTATING TI oAssembUy • Operation , Customer Responsibilities oService and Adjustments oRepair Parts ®...

  • Page 2: Accessories

    Never operate the tiller without good visibility or tight. • Be careful when tilling in hard ground The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward. If this occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the machine.
  • Page 3 Repairs necessary 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, WARRANTY...
  • Page 4 Fitl Fuel Tank ... 11 Starting Engine ... 12 Stopping Tines & Engine ... 10 Tilling ... Tilling Hints ... Tine Operation ... 10 Transporting Tiller ... 11 Winter' Operation ... 15 SCHEDULE ... 16-19 22-28 29-33 ORDERING ... BACK COVER Repair Parts: Tiller ...
  • Page 5 These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. outlets, Catalog and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can order repatr parts for you when you provide the mo del number of your tiller. ENGINE MUFFLER SPARK PLUG ,,, ,,, ..
  • Page 6 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 7: Depth Stake

    ° Rotate handle assembly down to install two carriage boIts and Iocknuts, Insert rear carriage bolt (Fig° 5) first, with head of bolt on L.H. side of tiller° Lower the handfe assembly,, Tighten bolts so handle moves with some resistance°...

  • Page 8: Handle Height

    (See Fig. 6) • Tilt tillerforward by lifting handle, Separate cardboard cover from leveling shield. • Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull tiller out of carton, INSERT CABLE • Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the back of handle column, Push cables into clip.

  • Page 9: Side Shields

    KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFEFY 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_ DRIVE CONTROL THROTTLE...

  • Page 10: Wheels

    Hold drive control bar against the handle to start tiller movement. " _ I_l,I of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can wide vision safety mask for over the spec- DEPTH The depth stake can be raised or lowered to allow you more versatile tilting and cultivating, or to more easily transport your tiller.
  • Page 11 • Release the depth stake pin Move the depth stake down to the top hole for transporting the tiller. Place depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in position, This prevents tines from scuffing the ground °...
  • Page 12 • Tilling is digging into, turning over, and breaking up acked soil before planting_ Loose, unpacked elps root growth_ Best tilling depth is 4 to 6 '. A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation, The decomposition soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall and wind), it...
  • Page 13 CULTIVATING Figs. 16 and • Place blocks under right hand side of tiller and remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from right hand wheel, • Move wheel outward approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) until hole in inner wheel hub lines up with inner hole in...

  • Page 14: Air Cleaner

    2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions GENERAL RECOMIVlEN DATnONS The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain tiller as instructed in this manual°...
  • Page 15 Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for 25 hours in one year,.
  • Page 16 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller' without muffier_ Do not tamper with exhaust system, Damaged mufflers or spark arrestors could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. If your engine is equipped attester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection..

  • Page 17: Belt Guard

    TO REMOVE BELT GUARD NOTE: For ease of removal, remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from left wheel. Pull wheel out from tiller about 1 inch. Remove two (2) cap nuts and washers from side of belt guard, Remove hex nut and washer from bottom of belt guard (located behind wheel), •...
  • Page 18 A badly worn tine causes your' tiller to work harder and dig more shallow. Most important, worn tines cannot chop and shred organic matter as effectively nor bury it as deeply as good tines.
  • Page 19 SERVICE A ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 29) • Loosen cable clamp screw to allow cable to move, • Move throttte control lever on upper handle to "FAST" position, • Pull throttle cable out until engine bellcrank is back as far as it will go, °...
  • Page 20 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store ttle tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
  • Page 21 Excessive bounce/ Ground too dry and hard. difficult handling Ground too wet, Soil balls up or clumps Engine runs but tiller Drive control bar is not engaged. won't move V-beft not correctly adjusted V-belt ts off pulley(s),, Engine runs but labors Tilling too deep.
  • Page 22 REPAUR PARTS 5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER HANDLES DESCRIPTION PART 110707X Cap, Sleeve 110674X Grip, Handle 110673X Grommet, Handle 127254X Bar', Drive Control Assembly 6712J Cap, Vinyl 137119 Panel, Control 110641X Bushing, Split * Screw,Mach. Pan Head. C_R.
  • Page 23 REPARR PARTS 5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE PART DESCRIPTION STD541431 * Nut, Keps, Flange 5/16-18 STD551137 * Washer, Lock 3/8 STD541037 * Nut, Hex 3/8-16 74930568 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 4-1/4 STD571810 * Pin, Roll...

  • Page 24: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE PART DESCRIPTION STD541431 * Nut, Keps 5116-18 102332X Bracket, Reinforcement 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 102173X Counter Weight, R,H. STD55t137 "Washer, Lock 3/8 STD541037 * Nut, Hex 3/8_16 STD624003 "Clip, Hairpin...
  • Page 25 REPAIR PARTS 14" TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 5 HP TRANSMISSION PART DESCRIPTION 137555 Transmission Assembly (Includes Key Nos. 2-52) !21147X Gearcase, LH. w!Bearing (Includes Key No. 4) 106211X Gasket, Gearcase 5020J ,_ Bearing, Needle !370H Washer, Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32...
  • Page 26 REPAURPARTS 5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550 TINE SHIELD " 17 16 PART DESCRIPTION 98000129 Nut, Flange 5/16-18 104086X417 Shield, Side, Outer L_ He 8393J Pin, Stake, Depth 12000036 Ring, Kltp 72110508 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1...
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 14" TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.295550 TINE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 73610600 Nut, Hex 3/8-24 STD55t 137 * Washer, Lock 3t8 4460J Tine, Outer, R.H_ 74610616 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1 132673 Pin, Shear STD624008 * Clip, Hairpin...
  • Page 28 PARTS REPAIR 5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550 DECALS © DESCRIPTION PART 137752 Decal, Logo 133668 Decal, Logo 137746 Decal, Logo !37538 Decal, Caution, Drive Control 120431X Decal, Hand Placement 102180X Decal, Shift Indicator Decal, Operation and Lubrication...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-01 13oo...
  • Page 30 REPAURPARTS 5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-01 "_...
  • Page 31 REPAnR PARTS 5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER ENGINE, BRiGGS & STRATTON "A- REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL INSTRUCTION MANUAL, 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL - - MODEL NUMBER 3°° SEE REPAIR 1016 917.295550 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-01 GASKET SET...

  • Page 32: Throttle

    REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 395990 Cylinder Assembly 297565 Bushing, Cylinder 299819 * Seal, Oil 214040 Head, Cylinder 272157 * Gasket, Cylinder Head 495774 Breather' Assembly...

  • Page 33: Muffler

    REPAUR PARTS 5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION 262270 Link, Throttle 202A 262470 Link, Control 280720 Bell Crank 222962 Bushing, Governor Lever, Flat 231520 Screw, Shoulder 262279 Rod, Speed Control...
  • Page 35 i, , i "II'I'I"II"I'"M' '1111' '1 'l'l III1'1' SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 36: Spark Plug

    Each tilter has its own model number, number,. The model number for your tiller witl be found on a plate attached to the top of the transmission. The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of...

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