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Craftsman C459-62204-1 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
139cc Engine
Front Tine Tiller
Model No. C459-62204-1
CAUTION: Before using this
product, read this manual
and follow all safety rules
and operating instructions.
Sears Canada Inc., 290 Yonge Street, Toronto, On M5B 2C3
®
Visit our web: sears.ca
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
769-08882
2/13/13

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual ® 139cc Engine Front Tine Tiller Model No. C459-62204-1 • SAFETY • ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS LIST CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions. Sears Canada Inc., 290 Yonge Street, Toronto, On M5B 2C3 769-08882 Visit our web: sears.ca...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safe Operation Practices ..... 3 Parts List (Tiller) ......20 Safety Symbols .

  • Page 3: Safe Operation Practices

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe opera- This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not tion practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in yourself and others.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safe Handling of Gasoline: • Look down and behind and use care when in reverse or pulling machine towards you. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are •...
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE REGARDING EMISSIONS • Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal of engine. EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are •...

  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING—...

  • Page 7: Labels

    LABELS Craftsman Tiller Model No. C459-62204-1 777I23449 777X45318 777S33886 777D17282 OHV/ S.E. T. 13 9 777D17281 Adjustable Front Tine Tille r 13", 22" & 24” Motoculteur à dents à l’avant 13, 22 et 24 po...

  • Page 8: Assembly & Adjustments

    ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Position the upper handle onto the lower handle, Step A in Figure Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the 2. Align the holes on the lower handle with the holes on the Operation section of this manual before operating your machine.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENTS Insert the Z-fitting on the clutch cable into the hole on the tine clutch control. Hook the “Z” end into the opening from the inside Wheels to the outside as shown in Figure 4. The tiller is shipped with the wheel adjusted such that the unit sits level.

  • Page 10: Operation

    The engine switch is located on the engine. Turn it on when starting Fuel Cap the engine and use it to turn off the engine. Remove the fuel cap to add fuel. Meets ANSI Safety Standards Craftsman Tillers conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
  • Page 11 OPERATION GAS AND OIL FILL-UP NOTE: The engine is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine warranty. Oil Filler Oil Recommendations Cap/Dipstick Before starting engine, fill with motor oil, capacity is 600 ml/20 oz. Refer to viscosity chart in Figure 8 for oil recommendations.
  • Page 12 OPERATION Adding Fuel USING YOUR TILLER WARNING Your tiller is designed for seed bed preparation, cultivating, furrowing, and mulching. An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow children to refuel its Controlling Tilling and Depth Speed engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and can explode. Fuel vapors can spread and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet By increasing the depth of the depth stake, the forward speed of the away from engine.
  • Page 13 OPERATION passes across its width. The addition of decayed organic matter will substantially increase the fertility of your garden. For proper decaying action, fertilizer should be applied and worked in with the mulch materials. Breaking up leaves and straw and mixing it with several inches of soil allows proper aeration of the plant root system and retards the growth of weeds.

  • Page 14: Service & Maintenance

    SERVICE & MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING Follow the maintenance schedule given below. This chart describes Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all service guidelines only. Use the Service Log column to keep track of controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to completed maintenance tasks.
  • Page 15 SERVICE & MAINTENANCE Remove the spark plug boot and use a spark plug wrench to remove the plug. See Figure 15. Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard the spark plug if there is apparent wear, or if the insulator is cracked or chipped. Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused.
  • Page 16 SERVICE & MAINTENANCE Oil Fill Cap * Extended Dipstick Shown Drain Plug Fuel Filter Drain Plug (If Accessible) Figure 18 Figure 19 OIL SERVICE Cleaning the Engine • Check oil level regularly. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least half an hour •...
  • Page 17 SERVICE & MAINTENANCE TINE WIDTH ADJUSTMENT BELT REPLACEMENT The tilling width 22” but can increase to 24 inches by removing the Your tiller has been engineered with a belt made of special material for clevis and cotter pins, sliding each outer tine out 1”, and securing longer life and better performance.

  • Page 18: Off-Season Storage

    OFF-SEASON STORAGE WARNING Never store tiller with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark, or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or gas appliance. PREPARING THE TILLER WARNING When the tiller won’t be used for an extended period, prepare it for Never leave engine unattended while it is running.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. Problem Cause Remedy...

  • Page 20: Parts List (Tiller)

    PARTS LIST...
  • Page 21 Model Series 200/séries 200 PARTS LIST PART N° DE N° DE RÉF PIÈCE DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 749-04282 Upper Handle Assembly Poignée supérieur 720-04072A Handle Knob Bouton 749-04281 Lower Handle Assembly Poignée inférieur 710-04398 Flange Screw 5/16-18 x 7.5 Gr. 5 Vis à embase 5/16-18 x 0,75 Qual. 5 954-04123 Belt Courroie...

  • Page 22: Parts List (Engine)

    PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model No. 1P65TU For Craftsman Mower Model No. C459.62204-1 Air Cleaner Ref. Part Number Description 712-04212 Nut M6X10Mm 710-04980 Bolt M6X35 951-10297 Air Filter Cover Thumb Screw 951-10298 Air Cleaner Kit 951-10405 Air Cleaner Housing Ass'Y...
  • Page 23 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model No. 1P65TU For Craftsman Mower Model No. C459.62204-1 Carburetor 184 - Carburetor Kit Ref. Ref. Part Number Description Part Number Description Needle Valve 951-11525 Carburetor Gasket Plate 951-12446 Carburetor Assembly Main Jet Needle Valve Spring...
  • Page 24 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model No. 1P65TU For Craftsman Mower Model No. C459.62204-1 Crankcase 188 - Gasket Kit - External 189 - Gasket Kit - Complete 190 - Complete Engine...
  • Page 25 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model No. 1P65TU For Craftsman Mower Model No. C459.62204-1 Crankcase Ref. Ref. Part Number Description Part Number Description 714-04074 Governor Arm Shaft Cotter Pin 710-04916 Bolt M6X14 951-12684 Breather Cover Plate 951-11574 Governor Seal 951-11608 Governor Arm Shaft...
  • Page 26 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model No. 1P65TU For Craftsman Mower Model No. C459.62204-1 Crankshaft & Crankcase Cover Ref. Part Number Description Ref. Part Number Description 951-11549 Governor Gear/Shaft Assembly 710-04916 Bolt M6X14 715-04092 Crankcase Cover Dowel Pin 7×14 951-11682 Crankshaft Assembly 715-04089 Crankcase Cover Dowel Pin 9×14...
  • Page 27 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model No. 1P65TU For Craftsman Mower Model No. C459.62204-1 Flywheel & Shroud Ref. Ref. Part Number Description Part Number Description 951-10336 Inner Shroud 710-04744 Screw, #12-16 X 1.00" Outer Shroud (Model Specific) 951-12879 Inner Shroud Assy (Incl.17)
  • Page 28 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model No. 1P65TU For Craftsman Mower Model No. C459.62204-1 Cylinder Head Optional 188 - Gasket Kit - External 189 - Gasket Kit - Complete 190 - Complete Engine...
  • Page 29 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model No. 1P65TU For Craftsman Mower Model No. C459.62204-1 Cylinder Head Ref. Part Number Ref. Part Number Description Description 712-04212 Nut M6X10Mm 710-05094 Muffler Stud M6X95 951-10342 Muffler Stud Ass'Y 710-04916 Bolt M6X14 951-11739 Muffler Gasket...
  • Page 30 PARTS LIST Craftsman Engine Model No. 1P65TU For Craftsman Mower Model No. C459.62204-1 Fuel Tank Ref. Part Number Description 710-04916 Bolt M6X14 951-11542 Fuel Tank Bottom Bracket 951-12450 Fuel Tank / Console Bracket 951-10622 Ignition Switch 951-11676 Wire Clamp 736-04456...

  • Page 31: Warranty Statement

    WARRANTY STATEMENT General: Craftsman products are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a specific time period as set-out below (the “Warranty Period”). Warranties extend to the original purchaser of a Craftsman product only. Purchases made through an online auction or through any website other than www.sears.ca are excluded.

  • Page 32: Statement

    (This page applicable in the U.S.A. and Canada only.) Sears Brands Management Corporation (Sears), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY COVERAGE IS APPLICABLE TO CERTI- YEAR 1997 AND LATER ENGINES WHICH ARE PURCHASED AND USED FIED ENGINES PURCHASED IN CALIFORNIA IN 1995 AND THEREAF-...

  • Page 33: Emisions Durability Period

    Look For Relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index Information On Your Engine Emissions Label Engines that are certified to meet the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emission Standards must display information regarding the Emissions Durability Period and the Air Index. Sears Brands Management Corporation makes this information available to the consumer on our emission labels.

  • Page 34: Repair Protection Agreement

    REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENT Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman® Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable opera- takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or tion.
  • Page 35 02488 Trademarks of Sears Brands Management Corp. used under license by Sears Canada Marque déposée / Marque de commerce de Sears Brands Management Corp. utilisée en vertu d’une licence de Sears Canada...
  • Page 36 NOTES...
  • Page 54 S33886 I23449...

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