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Craftsman 917.298560 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.298560 Owner's Manual

5.0 hp 17 inch tine width rear tine tiller with counter rotating tines
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917,298560
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
[RI:IFTXMAN
5.0 HP
17 INCH TINE WIDTH
REAR TINE TILLER WITH
COUNTER ROTATING TINES
• Assembly
• Operation
° Customer Responsibilities
° Service and Adjustments
° Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
U.S.A.
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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 917,298560 [RI:IFTXMAN 5.0 HP Caution: 17 INCH TINE WIDTH Read and follow all Safety Rules REAR TINE TILLER WITH and instructions COUNTER ROTATING TINES Before Operating This Equipment • Assembly • Operation ° Customer Responsibilities ° Service and Adjustments °...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers ° if the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the TRAINING engine (motor) and check immediately for' the cause, • Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thoroughly Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. familiar with the controls and the proper use of the °...

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructionscontained in the owner's manual. tf this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warranty applies for only 30 days from the date of purchase.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 11,//u= =Jl,,Ju,Jull,JH/,,,Ju,, HU,J,/,III,J,,,,J,,,,H= MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........13 SAFETY RULES ............SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ......... 15-18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...... 3,13-15 STORAGE ..............PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........3 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........20 WARRANTY ..............REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ........21-27 ACCESSORIES ............. REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE ........28-32 ASSEMBLY ..............

  • Page 5: Accessories

    These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are also available at most Sears Retail outlets, Catalog and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your tiller. ENGINE 'IIH"...
  • Page 6 IViBLY 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 tiglltness, TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY OPERATOR'S...

  • Page 7: Depth Stake

    i,iiiil,l,,i ....Grasp handle assembly. Hold in"up"position° Be sure UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2) l& ... I handle lock remains in gearcase notch. Slide handle assembly into position. CAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of cartoning material. HANDLE ASSEMBLY "UP"...
  • Page 8 CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6) REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of • Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N" (neutral) posi- shift lever indicator,. tion (See Fig. 6) Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rodto secure, •...

  • Page 9: Throttle

    OPERATION ..,,,,,.lll l ill,ll ,,/,,,/ KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrationswith your tillerto familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments_ Save this manual for future reference_ DRIVE CONTROL THROTTLE...
  • Page 10 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 wide vision safety mask for over the spec- tacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 11 OPERATION TURNING CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12) Release the drive control bar° • The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the factory, aiready filled with SAE 30 summer weight oilo Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. With engine level, clean area around oilfiller plug and °...
  • Page 12 ° Soilconditions are important for proper tilling. Tines will TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 13) not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may contrib- ute to excessive bounce and difficulthandling of your CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in tiller. Hard soil should be moistened before tilling; DISENGAGED position when start- however, extremely wet soil will "ball-up"...

  • Page 13: Air Cleaner

    CUSTOMER BILITIES MAINTENANCE SC.EOULE F,,-. ,. o.._s /_/#Z_Xd/ As YOU C OMPLETE /__/_/._e/ SERVICE DATES ,EGU_, SERViOE / _"/<<'7 ¢ /_'-'/_/ ..Check Engine Oil Level = ....• ..Change EngineOil !_/2 Oil Pivot Points !# # ....... Inspect Spark Arrester Muffler i ....
  • Page 14 CUSTOMER BILITIES ....ii1,11, iiiii iiiiii Disconnectspark plug wire beforeperforming any maintenance(except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine. Preventfires! Keep theengine free of grass,leaves, spllledoil, or fuel. Removefuel from tankbefore tipping unit for maintenance. Clean mufflerarea of all grass,dirt, and debris. Do not touch hot muffleror cylinderfins as contact may cause burns.
  • Page 15 lUlllll ,ii,,11111,1,11,11,11, i,ii ....iiii,m CUSTOMER BILmES MUFFLER TRANSMISSION Do not operate tilter without muffler. Do not tamper with Yourtransmissionis sealed and willonly requirelubrication if serviced° exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or sldark arresters could create a fire hazard, inspect periodically and replace if necessary.

  • Page 16: Belt Guard

    SERVICE AND A USTIVI ..............IH Illllllll TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT (See TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 22) Figs. 22 and 23) • Remove L.Ho inner and outer side shields (See "TO Removebeltguard. (See"TO REMOVEBELTGUARD" REMOVE WHEEL" in this section of this manual)_ in this section of this manual).
  • Page 17 AND ADJUSTMENTS • To maintain the superb tilling performance of this TINE REPLACEMENT (See Figs. 24, 25 and machine the tines should be checked for sharpness, wear, andbending, particu]arlythetines which are next to the transmismon+ If the gap between the tines CAUTION: Tines are sharp.
  • Page 18 AND ADJUSTIVl FINAL SETTING ENGINE ° Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes,, Make final adjustmentswith engine runningat idle and drive TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONrlFROL CABLE controlbar in "DISENGAGED" position. (See Fig. 27) • With throttlecontrol lever in "SLOW" position,turn idle Loosen cable clamp screw to allow cable to move.
  • Page 19 ENGINE OIL immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the 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"ENG INE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of CAUTION: Never store the tiller with this manual),,...
  • Page 20 IIIIIIIIIIII1'11 ii ii..... i,i ..i1' i /llJllrlrl_'l ....TROU OOTING POINTS PROBLPM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1+ Out of fuel, 1+ Rl! fuel tank 2+ Engine not"CHOKED" pmpsdy_ 2, See "TO STARTENGINE"in Operation section, Engine flooded, 3+ Waitseveralminutes beforeattempting to start° 4+ Dirtyair cleaner°...

  • Page 21: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 HANDLES DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION PART * Nut, Centedock 3t6o16 STD541437 110707)( Cap, Sleeve Washer 13/32 x I x 11 Ca. 19131611 Gnp, Handle ! 10674X Lever, Lock, Handle 109228X Grommet, Handle 11 O673X Hand{e, Assembte...
  • Page 22 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE PART DESCRIPTION 73970500 * Locknut, Hex, Flange 5/16-18 STD551137 *Washer, Lock 3/8 STD541037 * Nut, Hex 3/8-16 74930568 Bolt, Hex 5/16-t8 x 4-1/4 STD571610 * Pin, Roll 110111X Lever, Shift STD532505...
  • Page 23 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 124551X Bumper 126875X Rivet, Drilled 73970500 Locknut, Hex, Flange 5/16-18 5015J STD551031 * Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga. 128952 74760512 Bolt, He×...
  • Page 24 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 TRANSMISSION 12k, PART DESCRIPTION 102t28X O-Ring 102100X Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive 106390X Spacer 0.765 x 1_125 x 1o23 102134X Chain #35-50 Pitch PART DESCRIPTION 124458X Ground Shaft Assembly 102106X Bearing, Shaft, GroundDrive 106388X 137409...
  • Page 25 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 TINE SHIELD PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 102701X Grip 98000129 Nut, Flange 5116-18 STD541037 *Nut, Hex 3/8-16 104086X459 Shield, Side, Outer L. H. 8393J 102156X Stake, Depth Pin, Stake, Depth 74930632 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2 12oooo36...
  • Page 26 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 TINE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 4459J Tine, Outer', L.Ho 74610616 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1 132673 Pin, Shear 4460J Tine, Outer, R.H. c0554J Tine, Inner, L.H. 132728 Assembly, Hub and Plate, R.H. STD624008 * Clip, Hairpin 6555J...
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 137740 Decal Logo 124552X Decal Logo 132252 Decal Logo 132253 Decal Logo 137538 Decal Caution, Drive Control 12043tX Decal Hand Placement 102180X Decal Shift Indicator t10719X Decal Operation and Lubrication 132402...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-01 ,,,,J,lUii,u 9r REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-01...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO= 0145-01 3°° "k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 3s8GASKET...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 395990 Guard, Flywheel Cylinder Assembly 222443 Retainer, intake Valve and Exhaust 297565 Bushing, Cylinder 93312...

  • Page 32: Muffler

    REPAIR PARTS 5 HP 17" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.298560 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTION 202 262270 Link, ThrotUe 515 262625 Spring 202A 262470 Link, Control...
  • Page 33 iCE NOTES...
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  • Page 36: Tines

    (RfiFTXMuN° OWNER'S MANUAL TILLER WITH COUNTER ROTATING MODEL NO. Each tiller has its own model number. Each engine has its own model 917,298560 number. The model number for your tiller will 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 the engine adjacent to the spark plug.

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