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    Owner's Manual P ® 5.5 17 iNCH TI WIDTH TI WroTH COUNTER ROTATI TmLLE Model No. 917.293300 TINES o Safety Assembly Operation o Maintenance Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179[...]

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    Warranty ................................................. 2 Safety Rules .............................................. 2 Product Specifications .......................... 4 Assembly ................................................ 5 Operation ......................................... 3 & 8 Maintenance .........................................[...]

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    OPERATION o Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. ,, Exercise extreme caution when operat- ing on or crossing gravet drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers. o After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the till[...]

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    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS --IORSEPOWER: 5,5 HP DISPLACEMEr-fT: t3 CU. IN. GASOLINE CAPACITY: 4 Quarts Unleaded Regular OIL (API-SF/SG!SH): (CAPACITY: 20 oz.) SAE 30 (Above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F) SPARK PLUG : Champion RJ19LM (GAP: .030") Congratulations on your purchase of a Craftsman Tiller. It has been designed, en- gineered and manufact[...]

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    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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will[...]

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    UNPACKBNG CARTON ,_CAUTION: Be careful of exposed sta- ples when handling or disposing of carton- ing material. IMPORTANT:When unpacking and assembling tiller, be careful not to stretch or kink cables. ,, While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties securing handle assembly to top frame. Let handle assembly rest on tiller, o Remove top frame of ca[...]

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    INSERT CABLE CLIP • Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the back of handle column, Push cables into clipo Handle Column Cables Cable Clip CONNECT SHIFT ROD = Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of shift lever indicator° o Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure. ° Insert other end of shift rod into hole in sh[...]

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    These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product, Learn and understand their meaning, NEtrtRAL REVERSE CAUI'_GN OR WARNI_'_G _ STOp _O ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHGKE FUEL OIL ON OFF KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER° Compare the illustrations with [...]

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    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 the spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TALLER Know how to operate all controls[...]

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    TURNING o Release the drive control bar. o Move throttle control to "SLOW" posi- tion. o Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position. Tines will not turn. Lift handle to raise tines out of ground. o Swing the handle in the opposite direc- tion you wish to turn, being careful to keep feet and legs away from tines. o Whe[...]

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    ,_kCAUTION; Fill to within 1/2 inch of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow for fuel expansion. If gasoline is acciden- tally spilled, move machine away from area of spill. Avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have disap- peared. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline[...]

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    Toget through a really tough section of sod or hard ground, apply upward pres- sure on handle or lower the depth stake. CULTIVATING Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to prevent them from rob- bing nourishment and moisture from the plants. At the same time, breaking up the upper layer of soil crust will help retain moisture in the soi[...]

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    ............... SCHEDULEMAINTENANCE /1/_/_ _ _/ ....... AS YOU COMPLETE /_Z_'Z_'_"/._-¢i SERVtCE DATES RE U R SERVIOE ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, , ,,i,,,,i,,u Check Engine Oil Leve! _' _/ I Change Engine Oil _t,2 Oil Pivot Points V _' ........................................... ::::: . ; ; ,,: ...... ; ,,,,.,,,_,_- . Inspect Spark[...]

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    Disconnect spark plug wire before per- forming any maintenance (except carbure- tor adjustment) to prevent accidental start- ing of engine° Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for main- tenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris. Do not touch hot muff[...]

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    o Inserttabs on cover !nto slots in base ,_cnd screws securely. tighten cover AUTION. Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge° Do not oil cartridge° Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry car -_ tridgeo COOLING SYSTEM Your engine is air cooled. For proper engin[...]

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    TiRE CARE CAUTION: When mounting tires, unless beads are seated, overinflation can cause an explosion. o Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. If tire pressures are not equal, tiller will pull to one side; o Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which can damage rubber. TO REMOVE WHEEL o Place blocks under transmission to keep tiller from tipping. o Re[...]

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    Engine Putley ip Screw Drive Control Cable Stud Idler Pulley Transr _Extension Spring" Pulley TINE REPLACEMENT ° ,_CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear gloves or other protection when handling tines. A badly wom tine causes your tiller to work harder and dig more shallow. Most impor- tant, worn tines cannot chop and shred organic matter as effectiv[...]

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    ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replaceent of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non- road engine repair establishment or indi- vidual. Warranty repairs must be per- formed by an authorized engine manufac- turer's sercie outlet. Cable Clamp Screw TO ADJUST THROTTL_ CO[...]

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    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. _kCAUTION: Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure, TILLER o Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANI[...]

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    PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Loss of power CAUSE 1, Out of fuelo 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly, 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. Carburetor out of adjust- ment, 1. Throttle control not set properly. 2, Dirty air cleane[...]

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    PROBLEM Engine overheats Excessive bounce/ difficult handling Soil bails up or clumps Engine runs but tiller won't move Engine runs but labors when tilling CAUSE 1, Low oil level/dirty oil., 2. Dirt/engine air screen. 3. Dirty engine. 4. Partially plugged muffler. 5, Improper carburetor adjustment., 1. Ground too dry and hard. 2, Wheels and de[...]

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    HANDLES TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293300 %, 1 29 15 3O 31 11 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 !0 12 13 14 15 16 t7 PART NO. 148583 141406 110673X 127254X 6712J 137119 110641X 711910D8 72010520 110646X STD624003 81328 110741X 109313X 1!0702X STD533710 t09229X DESCRIPTION Throttle, Control Gdp, Handle Grommet, Handle Bar, Drive Conirol Assembly C[...]

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    TILLER - - MODEL HUMBER 917.293300 MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE 38 31 , 21 24 25 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 I3 14 15 16 17 19 20 21 23 PART NO. STD541431 STD551137 STD541037 74930568 154734 110111X STD532505 8700J 86777 9484R STD551125 STD541025 23230506 120938X STD551031 145102 STD541031 12O00028 110653X 145216 104214X 5015J 128952 795R DESCRIP[...]

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    TILLER .. - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300 MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE 9 3 6 4 5 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PART NO. STD54143t 102332X 7476O524 102t73X STD551137 STD541037 STD624003 126875){ 5015,t 128952 795R DESCRIPTION *Nut,Keps 5/16-18 Bracket, Reinforcement Bolt, Hex 5116o18 x 1-1/2 CounterWeight, RH° *Washer, Lock 3/8 *Nut, Hex 3/8-16 "Clip, Hairpin [...]

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    T6LLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293300 TRANSMISSION 12 13 5t 9 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 t8 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 27 PART NO. 154354 150698 106211X 5020J 1370H 137335 145101 4895H 154467 7392M 100371K 106160X 142145 8353J 12000039 154466 4358J 12000040 102114X 102115X 6BO3J 102111X STD551143 STD541143 143009 DESCRIPTION Transmission [...]

  • Page 26

    TINE SHIELD TILLER = = MODEL NUMBER 917.293300 14 24 24 18 11 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 98000129 2 t61415x574 3 8393J 4 12000036 5 STD533107 6 8394J 7 8392J 8 109230)( 9 124289X574 10 STD533110 11 STD541031 t2 STD551t3t 13 72110510 14 124311X 15 161414X574 16 73510400 DESCRIPTION Nut, Range 5/16_18 Shield, Side, Outer L. H. Pin, Stake, Depth Ring, Klfp *B[...]

  • Page 27

    TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917o293300 TINE ASSEMBLY 2 1 1 tl 9 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 PART NO. 44593 132673 6554j STD624008 132727 73610600 STD551137 74610616 DESCRIPTION Tine, Outer, LH. Pin, Shear Tine, Inner, LHo *Clip, Halrptn Assembly, Hub and Plate, Loll. Nut, Hex 316-24 *Washer, Lock 3/8 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 9 44[...]

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    DECALS TILLER - = MODEL NUMBER 917.293300 3 8 KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. 1 158096 Decat, Logo 2 157991 Decal, Logo 3 157990 Decal, Logo 4 157984 Decal, Description 5 137539 Decal, Caution, Drive Control 6 12043tX Decal, Hand Placement 7 102180X Decal, Shift Indicator 8 147592 Decal, Operation and Lubrication 9 163094 Decal, Depth Stake 10 120075X[...]

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    w= _I v i = w_n_w_v_ww ENGINE, BRIGGS & ST_ATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1113-E1 _" REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS e TO INSTALL, SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL 337_ _562 ............ 2_ 13A 957 429 601 182 _184 29[...]

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    TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON- .. MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1113-E1 30 32 ,, ,L 24 ,35 36 220 219 _ 12 20 524 22 l_r REQUIRES SPECLAL TOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL, 456 623 30[...]

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    TRLLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1"113-E1 6 634A _) 634 111_:_ 137 116 r_ 163 883 ........................... ..... lo9_ .... VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET @oo,® .......... , llll u,,_..2 634 634A 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 124 % 0 i ill _ 358 GASKET SET 104 127 t16 634A 634 121 CAR[...]

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    TILLER .,- MODEL NUMBER 917.293300 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1113-E1 159 163 11 284 284 % 335 3O4 _305 73 23 843A 455 32[...]

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    TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1113-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 495133 2 399268 3 299819 5 214040 7 272157 8 495774 9 27549 10 94621 1i 66578 t2 270080 13 13A 14 15 I6 18 19 20 21 21A 22A 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3O 32 34 270125 270126 94221 94915 9467[...]

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    TRLLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293300 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1113-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. Nee DESCRIPTION 141 498593 159 280871 163 272537 164 281247 t65 94692 182 224669 184 94905 185 94010 187 298049 187A 495218 188 94895 200 223886 201 262865 209 262283 2!9 494845 220 221551 222 494899 227[...]

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    For the repair or replacement parts you need delivered directly to your home Call 7 am - 7 pro, 7 days a week 1-800=306-PART (1-800-366-7278) Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio - 1-800-659-7084 For in-house major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4oREPAHR (1-800-473-7274) Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domi[...]