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Craftsman 917.293471 Owner's Manual

5.5 hp, 14 inch tine width rear tine with counter rotating tines
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J CRIIFTSMIIN'I
TILLER
5.5 HP, 14 Inch Tine Width
Rear Tine with
Counter Rotating _nes
Model No.
917.293471
This product
has a low emission
engine which operates
_]_..I-.J_
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 U.S.A.
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website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 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 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 Sears Service ...... Back Cover LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER For one (1) year from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Tiller is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workman- ship.

  • Page 3: Operation

    • Never attempt to make any adjustments • Never operate the tiller without good while the engine (motor) is running visibility or light. (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: Customer Responsibilities

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GASOLINE 3 QUARTS • Read and observe the safety rules. CAPACITY: UNLEADED • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- REGULAR ing, caring for and using your tiller. • Follow the instructions under the OIL(API-SF-SJ): SAE30 =Customer Responsibilities" and CAPACITY: 2 0OZ.) (ABOVE32°F) =Storage"...

  • Page 5: Tools Required For Assembly

    Your new tiller has been assembled at the FRONT factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. 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 RIGHT proper tightness.
  • Page 6 UNPACKINGCARTON _CAUTION: Be careful of exposed ::__ Handle Assembly staples when handling or disposing of ..UP" Position cartoning material. IMPORTANT: When unpacking and lever to hold assembling tiller, be careful of exposed Loosen Handle Lock staples when handling or disposing of Lever to Move cartoning material.

  • Page 7: Check Tire Pressure

    INSERT CABLE CLIP Shift Lever Hairpin Indicator • Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the back of handle column. Push cables Shift Rod into clip. Handle Column Cables Cable Clip CONNECT SHIFT ROD REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE 1. Insert end of shift rod farthest from 1.

  • Page 8: Know Your Tiller

    Thesesymbols may appearon yourTilleror in literaturesuppliedwith the product. Learnand understandtheir meaning. KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference.
  • 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. HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER HARD TO SHIFT GEARS •...
  • Page 10 • For approximate capacity see "PROD- TURNING UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of Release the drive control bar. this manual. All oil must meet A.P.I. 2. Move throttle control to "SLOW" Service Classification SF-SJ. position. • For cold weather operation you should Place shift lever indicator in "F"...
  • Page 11 TILLING HINTS TO START ENGINE _,CAI.n'ION: Keep drive control bar in _aaCAUTION: Until you are accustomed ndling your tiller, start actual field use "DISENGAGED" position when starting with throttle in slow position (mid-way engine. between "FAST" and "IDLE"). When starting engine for the first time or if •...
  • Page 12 CULTIVATING • Place blocks under right hand side of tiller and remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from right hand wheel• Move wheel outward approximately inch until hole in inner wheel hub lines up with inner hole in axle. ADJUSTWHEELS Replace clevis pin and hairpin clip on inside of wheel and remove blocks•...

  • Page 13: Lubrication Chart

    SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE Check EngineOil Level I_ ! Change Engine Oil I_1 _ Oil Pivot Points InspectSpark Arraster/ Muffler InspectAir Screen Clean or Release Air Cleaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug RH Gear Case Grease Fitting(1oz.) 1 - Change morn o_tenwhen operating under a heavy load or in high ambient lempem_. 2 - Sei_Ice morn often when operating in dirty or dusty co_d_ons.
  • Page 14 Refill engine with oil. See "CHECK _:_CAUTION:Disconnect spark plug wire ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in the Operation before performing any maintenance section of this manual. (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel.
  • Page 15 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not Cover_ tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters 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 .Guard /P_=======_l---'--'_,/ _//Hex ACAUTIONi When mounting tires, unless //and beads are seated, ovednflation /_.. Washer cause an explosion. _b_ (Located • Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. _,__ Behind tire pressures are not equal, tiller will pull to one side. •...

  • Page 17: Tine Replacement

    TINE REPLACEMENT • To maintain the superb tilling perfor- 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- tems, which are being done at the necessary. However, engine perfor- mance can be affected by differences in customers expense, may be performed fuel, temperature, altitude or load.

  • Page 19: Engine Oil

    Immediately prepareyour 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 during storage. Add _,CAUTION: Never store the tiller with stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or...
  • Page 20 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel, 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. See "TO START ENGINE" in Engine not "CHOKED" the Operation section. properly. 3. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded. attempting to start. 4. Dirty air cleaner. 4.
  • Page 21 PROBLEM CAUSE CORREC_ON 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. Dirty engine. 3. Clean cylinder fins, air screen, muffler area. 4. Remove and clean muffler. 4.
  • Page 22 GARANTfA LIMITADA DE UNO AI_IO PARA LA CULTIVADORA CRAFTSMAN Pot un (1) afio, a partir de ta fecha de compra, cuando esta Cultivadora Craftsman se mantanga, lubdqua y afine segOn las instrucciones para la operaci6n y el mantenimiento en el manual del duefio, Sears reparard, gratis, todo defecto en el material y la mano de obra.
  • Page 23 MANTENIMIENTO • Tenga mucho cuidado cuando opens o cruce entradas para autom6viles de ripio, ALMACENAMIENTO senderos o caminos. Est6 alerta en Io que • Mantenga los accesorios y aditamantos de sa refiere a los pefigros escondidos o al la mdquina en buenas condiciones para el trdfico.
  • Page 24 ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO RESPONSABILIDADES DEL CLIENTE • Lea y observe las raglas de seguddad. .3APAClDADDE 3 CUARTOS • Siga un programa regular de mantenimiento, 3ASOLINA: SIN PLOMO, REGULAR cuidado y uso de su cultivadora. _CEITE(API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (SOBRE 32°F) • Siga las instrucciones descritas en las ;APACIDAD: 20 OZ.) SAE 5W-30 secciones "Mantenimiento"...
  • Page 25 Su cultivadora nueva ha sido montada en la PARTE DELANTERA fdbdca, con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que se dejaron sin montar por razones de envio. Para asegurarse que la cultivadora operard en forma segura y adecuada, todas LADO LADO las partes y los art|culos de ferreteda que IZQUIERDO DERECHO...
  • Page 26 DESEMPAQUE DE LA CAJA DE CARTON Conjunto delmango _PRECAUCI6N: Tenfa cuidado con las posocldn "Ardba" grapas expuestas cuando maneje o deseche los materiales de la caja de cart6n. Apriete la palanca de IMPORTANTE: Cuando desempaque y monte cterredel mangopara sujetada la cultivadora, tenga cuidado de no estirar o enredar los cables.
  • Page 27 INSERCI6N DE LA ABRAZADERA Abrazadera de Horquilla CABLE Indlcador de la Palanca de Cambio • Inserte la abrazadera del cable de pldstlco Varillade Cambio dentro del agujero en la parte trasera de la columna del mango. Empuje los cables dentin de la abrazadera. Columna d e4 Mango Cables...
  • Page 28 Estos sfmbolos pueden apareser sobm su cultivadora en la literature proporcionada con el producto, aprenda y comprenda sus significados. CONOZCA SU CULTIVADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEI_IO Y I.AS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU CULTIVADORA Compare las ilustreclones con su cultlvadore pare famlllarlzarse con la ublcacl6n de los dlvereoa controles y ajustes.
  • Page 29 La opemci6n de cualquier cultivadora puede hacer que salten objetos extra_s anteojos de seguridad o pmtecoiones para los ojos antes de hacer arrancar su cultivadora o mientras est6 labrando con dlla. Recomendamos el uso de la entin de sus ojos, Io que puede producir dai_os graves en _stos. Siempre use m_Lqcara de seguridad de visi6n amplia, para uso sobra los espejuelos o anteojos de seguddad est_ndan COMO USAR SU CULTIVADORA...
  • Page 30 REVISI6N DEL NIVEL DEL ACEITE DEL GIRO MOTOR 1. Suelte la barra de control de la impulsi6n. El motor en su unidad ha sido enviado desde 2. Mueva el control de la aceleraci6n a la la fdbrica lleno con aceite de calidad para el posici6n de "LENTO"...
  • Page 31 _PRECAUCI6N: Uene el estanque de AVISO: A mucha altura (sobre 3000 pies) o en cllmas fdos (debajo de 40 ° F [4° C]) puede combustible hasta dentro de 1/2 pulgada de la que la mezcla del combustible del carburador parte superior para evitar los derrames y para necesita ajusta, para obtaner el mejor permitir que se expanda el combustible.
  • Page 32 AJUSTE DE I.AS RUEDAS PARA EL CULTIVO CULTIVO El culUvo quiere decir la destrucci6n de las malezas entre las hileras, para evitar que Ponga bloques debajo del lade derecho de 6stas le robert la nutdci6n y la humedad alas la cultivadora y remueva la abrazadera de plantas.

  • Page 33: Mantenimiento

    MANTENIMIENTO PROGRAMA _/_o_, _///_/ QUE COMPLETE SERVICIO REGULAR /_'/_TZO DE SERVIClO Revisar el nivel del aceite del motor l# # Camblar el aceite del motor <2 Aceitm" los puntos de pivote Inspeccionar el supresor del silenclador Inspeccionar la rejilla de aim Umplar/cambiar el cartucho del filtro de sire Umplar...
  • Page 34 Remueva el tap6n del depdsito de relleno APRECAUCI(_N: Desconecte el alambre de de aceite. Tenga cuidedo de no permitir la bujfa antes de dar mantenimiento (excepto que la mugre entre al motor. por el ajuste del carburador) para evitar que el 5.

  • Page 35: Sistema De Enfriamiento

    SILENCIADOR base No opere la cultJvadorasin el silanciador. No manipulee el sistema de escape. Los silenciadores o los amortiguadores de chispas dafiados pueden crear un peligro de incendio, Inspecci6nelos ped6dicamente y cdmbielos si Aletas del es necesario. Si su motor viene equipado con un conjunto de rejilla para el amortiguador de chispas, ramu6valo cada 50 horas para limpiarlo e inspeccionado.
  • Page 36 Protecck_de la correa CUIDADO DE I.AS LLANTAS _ILPRECAUCI6N: Cuando monte las Ilantas, a menos que los talones est6n asentados, si se y arandela inflan demasiado se puode producir una (__-('_" _b. (Ubicadasdetras explosi6n. • Mantenga 20 libras de presi6n en las Ilantas. de la Ilanta) Si la presi6n de las nantas no es la misma, la cultivadora vaa tirar hacia un 1ado.
  • Page 37 CAMBIO DE BRAZOS • Pare que esta mdquina pueda mantener un rendimiento excelente en el labrado, se APRECAUCI6N: LOSbrazos son afilados. deben revlsar los brazos para vedficar sl Use guantes u otra protecci6n cuando maneje estdn afilados, desgastados o doblados, los brazes.
  • Page 38 MOTOR i Cable del tomillode El mantenimiento, la mparaci6n, o el reemplazo de cualquier dispositivos o sistemas del control de la emisi6n, los cuales Aceleraci6n sean hechos al costo del cfiente, pueden ser realizados per cualquier individuo o estabtecimiento de repamci6n de motor. Los reparos que caen bajo garant|a deben ser realizados per un establecimiento de servicio de reparaci6n de motor autorizado.
  • Page 39 AVISO: El estabilizador de combustible es una Inmediatamente prepare su cultivadora para el altemativa aceptable para reducir a un minimo almacenamiento al final de la temporada o si la la formacibn de dep6sitos de goma en el unidad no se va a usar por 30 dlas o mds. _kPRECAUCl6N: Nunca almacene la combustible durante el peri'odode...
  • Page 40 CAUSA Correccl6n PROBLEMA 1. Sin combustible. 1. Llene el estanque de combustible. No arranca 2. Vea "PAPA ARPANCAR EL 2. Motor sin la "ESTRANGU- MOTOR" en la secoibn de LACION" (CHOKE) adecuada. Operaci6n. 3. Espere vados minutos antes de 3. Motor ahogado. tratar de arrancar.
  • Page 41 PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCI6N 10. Umpie la rejilla de aim del motor. Falta de fuerza 10.Rejilla de aim del motor sucia. 11 .Silenciador sucioitaponado. 11. Umpie/cambie el silenciador. 12. Haga los ajustes necesarios. 12. Carburador desajustado. 13.Contacto con su centre de 13.
  • Page 42 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 HANDLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Nut, Crownlock3/8-16 180634 Throttle, Control STD541437 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga. 141406 Gdp, Handle 19131611 Lever, Lock, Handle 110673X Grommet,Handle 109228X Handla, Assemble 127254X Bar, Drive ControlAssembly 150P_58 Clip, Plastic, Cable 6712J...
  • Page 43 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 MAINFRAME, L EFTSIDE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION STD541431 Nut, Keps Flange 5/16-18 STD624003 Clip, Hairpin ST0551137 Washer, Lock 3/8 165501X558 Guard, Belt STD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 132801 Belt, V 170127 Shield, Inner Belt Guard 104679X Pulley, Idler 154734 Screw Shift Lever...
  • Page 44 102332 Bracket, Reinforcement 150750 795R Tire Valve 102173X CounterWeight, R+H+ STD551137 Washer, Lock 3/8 ..Engine, (See Breakdown) Craftsman Model No. 120402- STD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 0109-Et 74760524 Bolt, He;< 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 7192J TieCable STD624003 Clip,Hairpin 126875X Rivet, Drilled NOTE: All component dimensionsgiven in U.S.inches.
  • Page 45 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 Tp A kl._M I.___WIM KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180677 TransmissionAssembly (Includes I06388X Spacer 0.70x 1.00x 1.150 Key Nos. 2-52) 102121X Sprocket and Gear Assembly 180627 Gearcese, LH. w/Bearing 102112X Shaft, Reduction (2nd) (Includes Key No.
  • Page 46 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 TINE SHIELD PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 73900500 Nut, Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18 Unc STD541037 Nut, Hex 3/6-16 8393J Pin, Stake, Depth 10_156X Stake, Depth 12000036 Ring, Klip 74930632 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2 S_107 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 Gr 5 4440J Hinge 8394J...

  • Page 47: Tine Assembly

    TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 TINE ASSEMBLY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 4459J Tine, Outer, LH. 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...
  • Page 48 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 176738 Decal, ServiceCNTRL PNL 176736 Decal, Belt Guard 137538 Decal, Caution, Drive Control 120431X Decal, Hand Placement 102180X Decal, Shift Indicator 166138 Decal, Operation Intek 167156 Decal, B & S Intek 120075X Decal, Warning, RotatingTines 157984 Decal, "line, Shield, Counter RotatingTines...
  • Page 49 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 ENGINE,BRIGGS& STRATI'ON- - MODELNUMBER120402-0109-E1 367 _' 24 0 4_"REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 11658 OWNER'S MANUAL I _j.v_...
  • Page 50 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRA'I'rON - - MODEL NUMBER 120402-0109-E1 633A_ 365 _, 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 1__163 <_ _ 633A _) 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 633A 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 1022_ 163_...
  • Page 51 TILLER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRAI"rON - - MODEL NUMBER 120402-0109-E1 2o9 8 2ooA_F s62% 2673) 427 ® 6680 188_ 9se_ 467_ 961 '_ 717_d.,_..J 968_ 971 '_...
  • Page 52 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON - - MODEL NUMBER 120402-0109-E1 I 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL 1005 363_ 305 _' 1095 VALVE GASKET 2_7_ 993_ 868_...
  • Page 53 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 120402-0109-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) 693811 Cylinder Assembly 690024 Shaft-Throttle 299819 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 398185 Kit-Idle Speed 693643 Head-Cylinder 691242 O Pin-FIcat Hinge 695166 •+ Gasket-Cylinder Head...
  • Page 54 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293471 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATFON - - MODEL NUMBER 120402-0109-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 693610 Shield-Cylinder 692565 Gear-Timing 690345 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 692564 Retainer-E Ring 690662 Nut (Flywheel) 692566 Gear-idler 692605 Armatura-Magneto 694258 Retainer 691061 Screw (Armature Magneto)
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