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Craftsman TILLER 917.292394 Owner's Manual

5.5 hp 24 inch tine width front tine

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Owner's Manual
ICP nFTSMnN:,I,
5.5 HP
24 INCH TINE WIDT_I
FRONT TINE
TILLER
Model No.
917.292394
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• EspaSol
• Repair Parts
@
This product
has a low emission
engine which operates
differently
from previously
built engines.
Before you start the
engine, 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 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 built engines. Before you start the engine which operates this Owner's Manual.
  • Page 2 • If this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial for only thirty (30) days from the date of purchase. Warranty service is available by returning the craftsman sears service center/department this product is in use in the united states. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
  • Page 3 Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. • Always refer to the operator's instructions for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended period. _,Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
  • Page 4 These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. available at most Sears Retail outlets and Service Centers. order repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your tiller. ENGINE SPARK PLUG MUFFLER TILLER MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 5 (1) Plastic Cable Clip (2) Lock Washers 5/16 (1) Bottle Engine Oil (2) Carriage at the factory with exception To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller must be tightened securely. FRONT LEFT behind OPERATOR'S POSITION OF HARDWARE PACK...
  • Page 6 • Route tine control cable through plastic cable clip on handle column. • Insert plastic cable clip into hole in handle column. • Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid. • Cut away carton and remove tiller from skid by pulling backwards. Tine Control_...
  • Page 7 These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meeting. KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND TILLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
  • Page 8 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 vision safety mask over spectacles...
  • Page 9 • Place throttle control in "FAST" position. • Move choke control to full "CHOKE" position. Grasp recoil starter handle with Plug one hand and grasp tiller handle with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until Oil Filler engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point).
  • Page 10 (thus lifting depth stake out of ground). To slow down the tiller, press down on handles. If you are straining or tiller is shaking, the wheels and depth stake are not set properly in the soil being tilled. The proper...
  • Page 11 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected operator abuse or negligence. To receive...
  • Page 12 Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before...
  • Page 13 Blower MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically replace if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection.
  • Page 14 NARROW TILLING/CULTIVATING 12-3/4" PATH • Remove outer tines. _nerTinesOr NOTE: When reassembling outer tines, be sure right tine assembly (marked "R") and left tine assembly (marked "L") are mounted to correct side of tine shaft. TINE OPERATION CHECK _,CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug to prevent starting while checking tine operation.
  • Page 15 BELT REPLACEMENT • Install new V-belt to engine pulley first then to transmission pulley. Be sure belt is positioned on inside groove of both pulleys, inside all belt guides and rests on idler pulley. CHECK TINE OPERATION • See "TINE OPERATION CHECK"...
  • Page 16 Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary...
  • Page 17 PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" 3. Engine flooded. 4. Dirty air cleaner. 5. Water in fuel. 6. Clogged fuel tank. 7. Loose spark plug wire. 8. Bad spark plug or improper gap. 9.
  • Page 18 1. Ground too wet. Soil balls up or clumps 1. Tine control is not Engine runs but tiller won't move engaged. 2. V-belt not correctly adjusted. 3. V-belt is off pulley(s). Engine runs but 1. Tilling too deep.
  • Page 19 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER HANDLES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 137118 Panel, Control 9266R Grip, Handle 98000129 Nut, Flange STD533107 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 110514X Assembly, Panel and Tube 3066J Cable, Tine Control 151229 Lever, Control, Tine 154805 Pin, Pivot 917.292394...
  • Page 20 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 23230506 Screw Set 5/16-18 x 3/8 Patch 130812 Sheave, Engine 17211006 Screw, Tap Hex Head 74610812 Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-20 x 3/4 17490440 Bolt, Thd Roller 1/4-20 x 2-1/2...
  • Page 21 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 9194R Pin, Clevis 74760520 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 STD523107 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 STD541031 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 STD551131 Washer, Lock 5/16 STD541437 Locknut, w/washer...
  • Page 22 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER TINE ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 156934 Tine, Outer, R.H. 3146R Retainer, Spring Zinc 156932 Tine, Inner, R.H. 156931 Tine, Inner, L.H. 917.292394 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 156933 Tine, Outer, L.H. 4929H Pin, Clevis NOTE: All component dimensions given inches.
  • Page 23 [ILLEH - - MODEL TRANSMISSION KEY PART DESCRIPTION 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2 STD523732 Bolt, Fin, Hex 3/8-16 x 3-1/4 STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 STD541437 Locknut, w/washer 9056R558 Shield, Tine 165835 Bracket, Engine, R.H. 165834 Bracket, Engine, L.H STD551131...
  • Page 24 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER DECALS KEY PART 917.292394 DESCRIPTION 166214 Decal, Logo 166215 Decal, Belt Guard Tine Shield HP 137539 Decal, Cntrl Pnl Inst. 120431 Decal, Hand Placement 110719X Decal, Open/Lub 120075X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 171803 Decal, Engine 168975 Decal, 5.5 HP...
  • Page 25 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292394 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO. 1118-E1 552. INSTRUCTION MANUAL. I 1036 LABEL KIT EMISSION...
  • Page 26 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292394 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON 124q_' -- MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO. 1118-E1 127A 3,3[...
  • Page 27 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292394 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON _3S6 _r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 307 ' _373 -- MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO. 1118-E1...
  • Page 28 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292394 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART DESCRIPTION 495133 Cylinder Assembly 399268 Bushing, Cylinder 299819 Seal, Oil 214040 Head, Cylinder 272157 Gasket, Cylinder Head 495774 Breather Assembly 27549 Gasket, Valve Cover 94621 Screw, Breather Mounting...
  • Page 29 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292394 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON KEY PART DESCRIPTION 280720 Bell Crank 231520 Screw, Shoulder 262279 Rod, Speed Control 262948 Spring, Governor 262359 Link, Choke 494845 Gear, Governor 221551 Washer, Thrust 490649 Panel, Control 490374 LeverAssembly, Governor...
  • Page 31 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663) To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 For the replacement that you need to do-it-yourself,...