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Craftsman 917.293484 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.293484 Owner's Manual

Rear tine tiller with counter rotating tines 6.5 hp 17 inch tine width
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ICRnFTSMAN°I
REAR TINE TILLER WITH
COUNTER ROTATING TINES
6.5 HP
17 Inch Tine Width
Model No.
917.293484
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 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 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 Warranty service is available by returning the craftsman power mower to the nearest sears service center/department in the united states. This warranty applies only while 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: Operation

    • Never attempt to make any adjustments • Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light. while the engine (motor) is running (except where specifically recommend- • Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may catch in the ground and ed by manufacturer).
  • Page 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES PRODUCT SPECIRCATIONS • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline 3 Quarts • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- Capacity: Unleaded ing, caring for and using your tiller. Regular • Follow the instructions under the Oil (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 =Customer Responsibilities"...

  • Page 5: Operator'sposition

    Your new tiller has been assembled at the FRONT factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation your tiller all parts and hardware assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary RIGHT LEFT...
  • Page 6 UNPACKING CARTON ,_'" :::_-,,._J., ,,:',,'_ Handle Assembly _I_CAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of !' _ i:,.:_::_.,,/ "UP" Position cartoning material. <_'k'_ Tighten handle IMPORTANT: When unpacking and _-_'_.i", lock lever tllpo h old assembling tiller, be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of Loosen Handle Lo_ cartoning...

  • Page 7: Check Tire Pressure

    Shift Lever INSERT CABLE CLIP Hairpir7 Indicator • Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the Shift Rod back of handle column. Push cables into clip. Handle Column , Cables Cable Clip REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE CONNECT SHIFT ROD 1. Insert end of shift rod farthest from 1.

  • Page 8: Know Your Tiller

    These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their 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...
  • 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. HARD TO SHIFT GEARS HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER...
  • Page 10 CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL TURNING The engine in your unit has been 1. Release the drive control bar. shipped, from the factory, already filled Move throttle control to =SLOW" with SAE 30 summer weight oil. position. Place shift lever indicator in "F" 1.
  • Page 11 &CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow Choke Contml 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 disappeared.
  • Page 12 ADJUSTWHEELS CULTIVATING 1. 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 lines up with inner hole in axle. Replace clevis pin and hairpin clip on...

  • Page 13: General Recommendations

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES s °v,o AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine 0il Oil Pivot Points Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler Inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug RH Gear Case...
  • Page 14 _IbCAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire Refill engine with oil. See "CHECK 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 _Cover Knob Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. If your engine is Priiiii_ Cartridge equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection.
  • Page 16 TIRE CARE Belt Guard Hex Nut _I, CAUTION: When mounting tires, unless beads are seated, overinflation Washer cause an explosion. (Located • Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. Behind tire pressures are not equal, tiller will Tire) pull to one side. •...

  • Page 17: Tine Replacement

    TINE REPLACEMENT • To maintain the superb tilling perfor- mance of this machine the tines should _I_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 factory and adjustment should not be the emission control devices and sys- necessary. However, engine perfor- tems, which are being done at the mance can be affected by differences in customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establish-...
  • Page 19 NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will alternative in minimizing the formation fuel gum deposits during storage. not be used for 30 days or more. ACAUTION: Never store the tiller with stabilizer...

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" Engine not "CHOKED" properly. the Operation section. Wait several minutes before Engine flooded.
  • Page 21 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine 1. Low oil level/dirty oil. Check oil level/change oil. overheats Dirty engine air screen. Clean engine air screen. Dirty engine. Clean cylinder fins, air screen, muffler area.
  • Page 22 GARANTIA LIMITADA DE DOS AIgOS PARA LA CULTIVADORA CRAFTSMAN Per dos (2) afios, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Cultivadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y afine seg0n las instrucciones para la operaci6n y el mantenimiento en el manual del dueho, Sears reparar&, gratis, todo defecto en el matedal y la mano de obra.
  • Page 23 MANTENIMIENTO • Tenga mucho cuidado cuando opere o ALMACENAMIENTO cruce entradas para autom6viles de ripio, senderos o caminos. Est_ alerta en Io que • Mantenga los accesorios y aditamentos de se refiere a los peligros escondidos o al la mdquina en buenas condiciones para et trdfico.
  • Page 24 ESPEClFICAClONES DEL PRODUCTO RESPONSABILIDADES DEL CLIENTE • Lea y observe las reglas de seguridad. 3 Cuartos Capacidad de • Siga un programa regular de mantenimiento, Sin plomo,reQular 9asolina: cuidado y uso de su cultivadora. Aceite(API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (Sobre 40°F) • Siga las instrucciones descritas en las SAE 5w-30 SAE 10w-30 (Capacidad: 19 oz.) 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 pot razones de envio. Para asegurarse que la cultivadora operarb en torma segura y adecuada, todas LADO LADO las partes y los artfculos de ferreteria que IZQUIERDO DERECHO...
  • Page 26 DESEMPAQUE DE LA CAJA DE CART6N _PRECAUCION: Tenfa cuidado con las posoci6n"Arriba" grapas expuestas cuando maneje o deseche los matedales de la caja de cart6n. "i:i',,_: Apriete la palancade IMPORTANTE: Cuando desempaque y monte '. ,::_. cierredel mangopara la cultivadora, tenga cuidado de no estirar o enredar los cables.
  • Page 27 INSERCI(_N DE LA ABRAZADERA Abrazadera de Horquilla CABLE Indicador de la Palancade Cambio • Inserte la abrazadera del cable de pldstico Varillade Cambio dentin del agujem en la parte trasera de la columna del mango. Empuje los cables dentro de la abrazadera. Columna d el Mango CabEes...
  • Page 28 Estos s{mbolos pueden apareser sobre su cultivadora en la literature propomionada 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 ilustraciones con su cultivadora para famlliarizarse con la ubicaci6n de los diversoa controles y ajustes.
  • Page 29 La operacibn de cualquier cultivadora puede hacer que salten objetos extraSos dentre de sus ojos, Io que puede producir da_os graves en _stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecciones para los ojos antes de hacer arrancar su cultivadora o mientras est_ labrando con dlla. Recomendamos el uso de la mdscara de seguddad de visi6n amplia, para uso sobre los espejuelos o anteojos de seguridad estdndar.

  • Page 30: Especificaciones

    ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR GIRO MOTOR 1. Suelte la barra de control de la impulsi6n. 2. Mueva el control de la aceleraci6n a la IMPORTANTE: Tenga mucho cuidado de no posici6n de "LENTO" (SLOW). permitir que entre mugre al motor cuando revise o a_ada aceite o combustible.
  • Page 31 y el carbumdor queden vacias. La pr6xlma AVISO: A mucha altura (sobre 3000 pies) o en temporada use combustible nuevo. Vea ia climas frfos (debajo de 40 ° F [4° C]) puede secci6n de Almacenamiento para rods que la mezcla del combustible del carburador informaci6n.
  • Page 32 AJUSTE DE LAS RUEDAS PARA EL CULTIVO Ponga bloques debajo del lade derecho de la cultivadora y remueva la abrazadera de horquilla y la clavija de horquilla de la rueda del lado derecho. Mueva la rueda hacia afuera, aproximadamente 1 pulgada, hasta que el agujero en el cubo de la rueda interior se alinee con el agujero interior en el eje.
  • Page 33 PROGRAMA MANTENIMIENTO LLENE I-AS FECHAS DE MEDIDA QUE COMPLETE FECRAS DE SERV,CIO SERVIClO REGULAR Revisar el nivel del aceite del motor Camblar el aceite del motor I_1,= Aceitar los puntos de pivote Inspeccionar el supresor del silonclador Inspeccionar la rejilla de aim Limpiar/cambiar el cartucho del filtro de aire Limpiar las aletas del cilindro del motor...
  • Page 34 APRECAUCI(_N: Desconecte el alambre de Remueva el tapbn del depdsito de relleno de aceite. Tenga cuidado de no permitir la bujfa antes de dar mantenimiento (excepto por el ajuste del carburador) para evitar que el que la mugre entre al motor. Vuelva a Ilenar el motor con aceite.
  • Page 35 SlLENClADOR No opere la cultivadora sin el silenciador. No Cubierta_Tornillo de la base manipuloe el sistema de escape. Los silenciadores o los amortiguadores de chispas daRados pueden crear un peligro de incendio. Inspecci6nelos peribdicamente y cdmbielos si Aletas del Cartucho es necesario.
  • Page 36 Protecci6n de la correa CUIDADO DE LAS LLANTAS ,_PRECAUCI6N: Cuando monte las Ilantas, a _r._ Hexagonal menos que los talones est6n asentados, si se yarandela inflan demasiado se puede producir una [___"_€ ,'__(Ubicadas detras explosibn. • Mantenga 20 libras de presi6n en las Ilantas. e la Ilanta) Si la presi6n de las Ilantas no es la misma, la cultivadora va a tirar hacia un lado.
  • Page 37 CAMBIO DE BRAZOS • Para que esta mdquina pueda mantener un rendimiento excelente en el labrado, se _sPRECAUCI6N: Los brazos afilados. deben revisar los brazos para verificar si e guantes u otra protecci6n cuando maneje los brazos. estdn afllados, desgastados o doblados, especialmente los que se encuentran al Si hay un brazo muy desgastado su lado de la transmisi6n.
  • Page 38 MOTOR Cabledeltomillodesujeck:_n El mantenimiento, la reparaci6n, o el Cablede la reemplazo de cualquier dispositivos o sistemas del control de la emisi6n, los cuales Aceleracibn _ sean hechos al costo del cliente, pueden ser realizados por cualquier indMduo o establecimiento de reparaci6n de motor. Los reparos que caen bajo garantfa deben ser realizados por un establecimiento de servicio de reparacibn de motor autorizado.

  • Page 39: Aceite Del Motor

    AVISO: El estabilizador de combustible es una Inmediatamente prepare su cultivadore pare el almacenamiento al final de la temporada o si la altemativa aceptable para reducir a un m_nimo unidad no se va a usar pot 30 dfas o m&s. la formaci6n de dep6sitos de goma en el ,I_PRECAUCI(_N: Nunca almacene la...
  • Page 40 IDENTIFICACI(_N DE PROBLEMAS: dirigido a un centro de servlclo Vea la seccl6n aproplade en el manual a menos que estd Sears. Correccl6n PROBLEMA CAUSA No arranca 1. Sin combustible. 1. Llene el estanque de combustible. 2. Yea "PARA ARRANCAR EL 2.
  • Page 41 IDENTIFICACI6N DE PROBLEMAS: Vea le seccl6n aproplada en el manual a menos que est6 dirlgldo a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA CAUSA CORRECCION Falta de fuerza 10.Rejilla de aire del motor sucia. 10. Limpie la rejilla de aire del motor. 11.Silenciador sucio/taponado.
  • Page 42 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 HANDLES KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180634 Throttle, Control STD541437 Nut, Crowniock 3/8-16 141406 19131611 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga. Grip. Handle 110673X Grommet,Handle 109228X Lever, Lock, Handle 127254X 150258 Handle,Assemble Bar, Drive ControlAssembly 6712J Cap, Vinyl 165197...
  • Page 43 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE /"_" 2S-_ KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 73510500 4497H Retainer, Spnng Nut, Keps 5/16-18 S'rD551137 Washer, Lock 3/8 165501X558 Guard,Belt S'rD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 132801 Belt, V 170127 Shield, Inner Belt Guard 104679X Pulley, Idler 154734...
  • Page 44 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 10_190X 73970500 Locknut, Hex, Flange 5/16-18 102332X Bracket, Reinforcement 183122X624 Pkn 102173)( CounterWeight, R.H. 795R Tire Valve STD551137 Washer, Lock 3/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Briggs STD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 Model No.
  • Page 45 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 TRANSMISSION KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180677 Transmission Assemb!y(Includes 150737 Ground Shaft Assembly Key Nos. 2-52) 143008 Beadng, Shaft, Ground Drive R.H. 180627 Gearcase, LH. w/Bearing 106388X Spacer 0.70 x 1.00 x 1.150 (Includes Key No, 4) 102121X Sprocketand Gear Assembly 161963...
  • Page 46 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 TINE SHIELD PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 739(X}5(X) Nut, Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18 UNC 102701X Grip Shield, Side, Outer L. H. 161415X558 STD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 8393J Pin, Stake, Depth 102156X Stake, Depth 12000035 Ring, Klip 74930632 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2 STD533107...

  • Page 47: Tine Assembly

    TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 TINE ASSEMBLY KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 74610616 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1 4459J Tine, Outer, L.H. 4460J Tine, Outer, R.H. 132673 Pin, Shear 132728 Assembly, Hub and Plate, R.H. 6554J Tine, Inner, L.H. 6555J Tino, Inner, R.H.
  • Page 48 Decal, Hand Placement 102180X Decal, Shift Indicator 157984 Decal, Tine, Shield, Counter RotatingTines 120075X Decal, Warning, RotatingTines 163094 Decal, Tine Depth Stake 162215 Decal, Tine, Shield,Warning Dom 171078 Decal, Rewind 167156 Decal, Craftsman IC 166138 Decal, Intek 183791 Manual, Owner's (Eng/Span)
  • Page 49 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121402-0161-E1 619 _ 552 0 718 _ =70j_k.,-J "k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL I 1019 LABEL KIT 1 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 50 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRA'i-I'ON o - MODEL NUMBER 121402-0161-E1 3ss_, 692 | 17J 276 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 276 _ 467_ 7O8 _ 708A _ 121 CARBURE_rOR KIT 358 GASKET SET 961 _ 971A...
  • Page 51 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121402-0161-E1 267_ 209A _p 281 _ 187A_ 190A_ 836 _...
  • Page 52 TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121402-0161-E1 o5_ _ 1005 1044 I 1036 LABEL KIT-EMISSIONS 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT 1022...
  • Page 53 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATrON - - MODEL NUMBER 121402-0161-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690045 Cylinder Assembly 693867 _:1: Washer (Choke Shaft) 399269 Bushing/Seal Kit 497620 Main Jet 299819 • Oil Seal 690032 Carburetor Kit 693643 Cylinder Head...
  • Page 54 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293484 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON - - MODEL NUMBER 121402-0161-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 19069 Flywheel Puller 836A 693624 Screw (Mounting) Spark 692568 Screw (Carburetor) 493880 Plug Terminal 19374 Spark Plug Wrench 693462 A=r Cleaner Bracket 693463 Oil Fill Cap...
  • Page 56 Your Home For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.

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