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Craftsman 917.986910 Owner's Manual
Craftsman 917.986910 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.986910 Owner's Manual

900 series briggs & stratton engine 24" tine width front tine tiller

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CRRFTSMRH °
FRO T TI E
900 Series Briggs
24" Tine Width
T LL
& Stratton Engine
Model No.
917,986910
Espar_ol, p. 19
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.
Gasoline
containing
up to 10% ethanol
(EIO) is acceptable
for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline
exceeding
10% ethanol (EIO) will void the product warranty.
Esta m_quina
puede utilizar
gasolina
con un contenido de hasta el 10% de etanol
(EIO).
El uso de una gasolina
que supere el 10% de etanol
(El0) anular_
la garantia
del producto.
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating
this equipment.
Sears Brands
Management
Corporation,
Hoffman
Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman
website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 El uso de una gasolina que supere el 10% de etanol (El0) anular_ la garantia del producto. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
  • Page 2 • Repairs necessary because operator repair or replacement, call 1-800-659-5917 abuse, including but not limited to damage visit the web site: www. craftsman.com caused towing objects beyond capability of the riding equipment, impacting In all cases above, if part repair or replacement...
  • Page 3 • Keep the area of operation clear of all Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to persons, particularly small children, pets. prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cord on electric motors. PREPARATION • Do not run the engine indoors;...
  • Page 4 SPECIFICATIONS REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Gasoline Capacity: 2.9 Quarts Congratulations on making a smart pur- Unleaded Regular chase. Your new Craftsman® product Oil (API SG-SL): SAE 30 Above 32°F/0°C designed and manufactured for years of (Capacity: 20 oz.) SAE5W30Below32°F/0°C dependable operation.
  • Page 5 These accessories were available when the tiller was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Some of these accessories may not ap- ply to your tiller. ENGINE SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER TILLER...
  • Page 6 TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY Cut cable ties securing handles. The handle may be assembled in high A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. or low position. Slowly lift handle sembly up and align handle holes with (1) Utility knife...
  • Page 7 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 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.
  • 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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER WHEELS Know howto...
  • Page 9 4. Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then TO START ENGINE re-level. _I, CAUTION: Keep tine control in "OFF" 5. With engine level, refill to point of over- position when starting engine. flowing if necessary. Replace oil filler When starting engine for the first time or if plug.
  • Page 10 BREAKING iN YOUR TILLER faces. Second, the tiller won't be pulling itself, and you, toward the row next to it. Break-in your belt(s), pulleys and tine control • Set depth stake wheel height before you actually begin tilling. shallow tilling when working extremely...
  • Page 11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 4"7 # FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil _1,2 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 12 _CAUTION:Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass,...
  • Page 13 SPARK PLUG 'linder Fins Replace spark plugs at the beginning each tilling season or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of this manual.
  • Page 14 _I,,CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire NARROWTILLING/CULTIVATING-12-3/4" from spark plug place wire where PATH cannot come into contact with plug. * Remove outer tines. TILLER TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT Factory assembly has provided lowest han- ,/"r='3 dle height. Select handle height best suited I Io r===l...
  • Page 15 BELT REPLACEMENT NOTE: If "ON" position check required adjustment, recheck "OFF" position Install new V-belt to engine pulley first justment to insure tines do not rotate when then to transmission pulley. Be sure belt control is "OFF" (up). is positioned on inside groove of both...
  • Page 16 Immediately prepare your tiller for storage • Use fresh fuel next season. at the end of the season or if the unit will NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable not be used for 30 days or more. alternative in minimizing the formation _,Warning: Never store the tiller with...
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. in the Operation section. 3.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine Low oil level/dirty oil. 1. Check oil level/change oil. overheats Dirty engine air screen. 2. Clean engine air screen. Dirty engine. 3. Clean cylinder fins, airscreen,...
  • Page 19 Ilame al 1-800-659-5917 6 visite el sitio causados remolcar objetos superen web: www. craftsman.com la capacidad del equipo tractor, chocar contra objetos que doblen el bastidor, el ensamble En todos los casos anteriores,...
  • Page 20 • Mantenga el &rea de operacion despejada • Nunca opere la cultivadora sin las proteccio- personas, especialmente nifios pequefios nes, y las planchas adecuadas y sin los demas animales domesticos. dispositivos de seguridad en su lugar. • Mantenga a los nifios y a los animales domesti- PREPARACION cos alejados.
  • Page 21 LA REPARAClON Capacidad de 2.9 Cuartos Congratulaciones pot su buena compra. Gasolina: Sin plomo, Regular nuevo producto Craftsman® est& disefiado Aceite (API:SG-SL): SAE 30 (Sobre 32°F/0°O) fabricado para funcionar de modo fiable (Oapacidad: 20 oz.) SAE 5W-30 (Debajo 32°F/0°O) muchos afios. Pero como todos los productos,...
  • Page 22 Estos accesorios estaban disponibles cuando se produjo la cultivadora. Tambien est_tn dis- ponibles en la mayoria de las tiendas de Sears yen los centros de servicio. Algunos de estos accesorios tal vez no se apliquen a su cultivadora. MOTOR BUJJA SILENCIADOR FILTRO DE AIRE...
  • Page 23 HERRAMIENTAS NECESARIAS PARA El mango puede ser montado en la posicion alta o baja. Lentamente, levante el conjunto EL MONTAJE del mango hacia arriba y alihe los agujeros Se le facilitar& el montaje si cuenta con un juego de Ilaves de tubo. Se han enumerado los tama- del mango con el agujero y ranura del panel _os esta.ndar de las Ilaves.
  • Page 24 Estossimbolospuedenapareser s obresu cultivadora enla literature proporcionada c onel pro- ducto,aprenda y comprenda sussignificados. CONOZCA SU CULTIVADORA Compare lae ilustraciones con su cultivadora para familiarizarse con la ubicaci6n de Ice diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para futura referencia. LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUENO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU CUL- TIVADORA MARCHA...
  • Page 25 La operaci6n de cualquier cultivadora puede hacer que salten objetos extrahos dentro de sus ojos, Io que puede producir dahos graves en estos. Siempre use anteojos de SEGURIDAD seguridad o protecciones para los ojos antes de hacer arrancar su cultivadora o mientras este labrando con efla.
  • Page 26 4. Incline la cultivadora haciaatrasensus rue- PARA HACER ARRANCAR EL MOTOR dasy luegovuelvaa nivelarla. ,_PRECAUCI6N: Mantenga la barra de control 5. Conelmotornivelado, vuelva a Ilenarlo hasta de la impulsi6n en la posici6n "DESENGANCHA- el punto de derramarse,si es necesario. DO" cuando haga arrancar el motor. Vuelvaa colocarel tapondel depositode Cuando intente arrancar el motor por la primera relleno de aceite.
  • Page 27 AVlSO: Si el motor no arranca, vea la guia de vuelva de nuevo entre las filas de cultivo. Hay identificaci6n de problemas. dos razones para hacer esto. Primero, las RODAJE DE SU CULTIVADORA vueltas amplias se pueden realizar con m&s facilidad que las cerradas.
  • Page 28 PROGRAMA MANTENIMIENTO LLENE LAS FECHAS DE MEDIDA QUE COMPLETE SERVlCIO REGULAR FECHAS DE SERVICIO Revisar el nivel del aceite del motor Cambiar el aceite del motor I_1T2 Aceitar los puntos de pivote Inspeccionar el supresor del silenciador Inspeccionar la rejilla de aire Limpiar/cambiar el cartucho del filtro de aire Limpiar las aletas del cilindro del motor Cambiar la bujia...
  • Page 29 Vuelva a Ilenar el motor con aceJte. Yea _L, PRECAUCK)N: Desconecte el alambre de la "RELLENO DEL MOTOR CON ACEITE" en bujia antes de dar mantenimiento (excepto por la seccion de Operacion de este manual. el ajuste del carburador) para evitar que el motor arranque por accJdente.
  • Page 30 Aletas del cilindor BUJiA Cambie las bujias al comienzo de cada tempo- rada de cultivo, o despues de 50 horas de uso, Io que suceda primero. El tipo de bujia y la abertura aparece en las "ESPECIFICAC!ONES DEL PRODUCTO" en la p&gina 21 de este manual.
  • Page 31 _,PRECAUCl6N: Desconecte el alambre CULTIVO/LABRADO ESTRECHO- PASO DE la bujia y pongalo en donde no pueda entrar en 12-3/4" contacto con la bujia. • Remueva los brazos exteriores. CULTIVADORA PARA AJUSTAR LA ALTURA DEL MANGO El montaje en la f&brica se ha realizado usando la altura m&s baja del mango.
  • Page 32 7. Si los brazosno rotan,el alambreinterior PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA V delcablede controlest&demasiado suelto. Cambie la correa V si se ha estirado consider- Sueltela abrazadera del cabley empujeel ablemente o si est& partida o si los bordes estan cablehaciaarribapararemover l a solturay desgastados.
  • Page 33 Inmediatamente prepare su cultivadora para el • Use combustible nuevo la proximatemporada. AVlSO: El estabilizador de combustible es una almacenamiento al final de la temporada o si la unidad no se va a usar pot 30 dias o m&s. alternativa aceptable para reducir a un minimo _ILPREOAUOI6N:...
  • Page 34 IDENTIFJCACi6N DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que est_ dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECClON No arranca 1. Sin combustible. 1. Llene el estanque de combustible. 2. Motor sin la "ESTRANGU- 2.
  • Page 35 IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que est_ dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. CAUSA CORRECCl6N PROBLEMA El motor se 1. Nivel del aceite bajo/aceite 1. Revise el nivel del aceite/cambie calienta dem sucio.
  • Page 36 CRAFTSMAN TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 HANDLES KEY PART DESCRIPTION 137176X613 Bracket, Handle 12 98000129 Nut, Hex, Flaged 5/16-18 72140512 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 13 180847 Bolt, Carriage, Grade 5 1-1/2 5/16-18 x 3/4 165787 Grip, Handle 14 9209RX613...
  • Page 37 CRAFTSMAN TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY " \\. belt guard 10 rl PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 23230506 9180R V-Belt Screw, Set, Patch 5/16-18 x 3/8 12000028 Ring, Retainer 130812 151223 Sheave, Transmisison Sheave, Engine...
  • Page 38 CRAFTSMAN TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY whee/d.stake 2 r3 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 9194R Pin, Clevis 1951JX479 Support, Depth Stake, L.H. 74760520 Bolt, Hex Head 5388JX004 Spring, Stake 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 121117X...
  • Page 39 CRAFTSMAN TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 TINE ASSEMBLY tine_ipb_3 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 156926X479 Tine, Outer, R.H. 3146R Retainer, Spring, Zinc Plated 156924X479 Tine, Inner, R.H. 156923X479 Tine, Inner, L.H. 156925X479 Tine, Outer, L.H. 4929H Pin, Clevis NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.
  • Page 40 CRAFTSMAN TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 TRANSMiSSiON .--r! KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON 74760524 19091412 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 12 Bolt, Hex Head, Grade 2 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gauge 74780652 19092016 Bolt, Hex Head Washer 9/32 x 1-1/4 x 16...
  • Page 41 CRAFTSMAN TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 DECALS KEY PART DESCRIPTION Decal, Belt Guard 447923 447924 Decal, Tine Shield 110594X Decal, Control Panel Instruction 120431X Decal, Hand Placement 432278 Decal, Engine, AC 162215 Decal, Warning, Tine Shield 409143 Decal, Engine Tank...
  • Page 42 CRAFTSMAN TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 12T402, TYPE NO. 1613-F8 I 48 SHORT BLOCK [1058 OPERATOR'S MANUAL [1329 REPLACEMENT ENGINE] [1330 REPAIR MANUAL 746 _ 24 d9 718_ [ 27 \,_ I ,_yf5o5 0...
  • Page 43 CRAFTSMAN TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - MODEL NUMBER 12T402, TYPE NO. 1613-F8 1026 ..b ',_-) 1022 1034 914_ 914A...
  • Page 44 CRAFTSMAN TILLER = = MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -= MODEL NUMBER 12T402, TYPE NO. 1613-F8 95 8, 127 @ 971_,_) 276 (_b 276 ,,-_J...
  • Page 45 CRAFTSMAN TILLER = - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -= MODEL NUMBER 12T402, TYPE NO. 1613-F8 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL 971_ 613_ 677 ,_p 1070 304 / 305 _ 65 <I_...
  • Page 46 CRAFTSMAN TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON ==MODEL NUMBER 12T402, TYPE NO. 1613-F8 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 276 _ ..104 c_ 127 C 358 ENGINE GASKET 1022 1095 VALVE GASKET 1022 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 699510...
  • Page 47 CRAFTSMAN TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.986910 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 12T402, TYPE NO. 1613-F8 PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRIPTION 797630 Valve-Throttle 693408 Spring/Link 797136 Float-Carburetor (Mechanical Governor) 797625 Gasket-Float Bowl 693867 Seal-Choke/Throttle Shaft 690979 Key-Timing (Choke Shaft)
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