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ICRRFTSMI N°I
5.5 HP
24 INCH TINE WIDTH
FRONT TINE
TILLER
Model No.
917.292393
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Espahol
• Repair Parts
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
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- Page 1 Model No. 917.292393 • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Espahol • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...
- Page 2 Warranty applies for only thirty (30) days from the date of purchase. 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.
- Page 3 • Never operate the tiller without good • Never attempt to make any adjust- ments while the engine (motor) is visibility or light. • Be careful when tilling in hard ground. running (except where specifically recommended by manufacturer). The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward.
- Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GASOLINE 3 QTS • Read and observe the safety rules. CAPACITY: UNLEADED • Follow a regular schedule in maintain- REGULAR ing, caring for and using your tiller. • Follow the instructions under the OIL(API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 "Maintenance"...
- Page 5 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.
- Page 6 UNPACK CARTON & INSTALL INSTALL DEPTH STAKE HANDLE ASSEMBLY • Loosen nut "A". _I_CAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing • Insert stake support between engine cartoning material. bracket halves with stake spring down. IMPORTANT: When unpacking •...
- Page 7 These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meeting. KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize with the location of various controls and adjustments.
- 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 a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 9 TO START ENGINE • With engine level, refill to point of overflowing if necessary. Replace oil _CAUTION: Keep tine control in "OFF" filler plug. position when starting engine. • For cold weather operation you should When starting engine for the first time or if change oil for easier starting (See "OIL engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra VISCOSITY...
- Page 10 BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER • You will find tilling much easier if you leave a row untilled between passes. Break-in your belt(s), pulleys and tine Then go back between tilled rows. control before you actually begin tilling. There are two reasons for doing this. •...
- Page 11 SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES /..q'_/ MAINTENANCE /_/_ 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 8 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. Drain Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of Plug,,, grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance.
- Page 13 SPARK PLUG Muffler_ Cylin/_er Fins Replace spark plugs at the beginning Blower each tilling season or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spark plug ,/H/ousing type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT S P ECIFICATIONS". TRANSMISSION Your transmission is sealed and will not __i/_it_...
- Page 14 NARROW TILLING/CULTIVATING NOTE: If "ON" position check required 12-3/4" PATH adjustment, recheck "OFF" position • Remove outer tines. adjustment to insure tines do not rotate when control is "OFF" (up). Tine Control "OFF" Position ner Tines OT NOTE: When reassembling outer tines, be sure right tine assembly (marked "R")
- Page 15 BELT REPLACEMENT ACCELERATION TEST • Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" • Install new V-belt to engine pulley first then to transmission pulley. Be sure to "FAST" position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle needle valve out belt is positioned on inside groove of (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn.
- Page 16 Immediately prepare your tiller for storage NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable at the end of the season or if the unit will alternative in minimizing the formation of not be used for 30 days or more. fuel gum deposits during storage. _t, CAUTION: Never store the tiller with stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage...
- Page 17 PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Wig not start 1. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" in 2. Engine not "CHOKED" the Operation section. Wait several minutes before 3. Engine flooded. attempting to start. 4. Dirty air cleaner. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.
- Page 18 PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Excessive Ground too dry and hard. 1. Moisten ground or wait for more bounce/difficutt favorable soil conditions. handling Wheels and depth stake 2. Adjust wheels and depth stake. incorrectly adjusted. 1. Ground too wet. Wait for more favorable soil Soil balls up or conditions.
- Page 19 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 HANDLES KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 137118 Panel,Control 12000027 Ring,Clip 9266R Gnp, Handle 12000059 Retainer,Ring 72010520 Bolt5/16-18 x 2-1/2 98000129 Nut, Flange STD533107 Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x3/4 73970500 Locknut,Flange 5/16-18 UNC 165197 Clip,Cable 110514X Assembly,Panel and Tube 3066J Cable, Tine Control...
- Page 20 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 23230506 Screw Set 5/16-18 x 3/8 Patch 12000028 Ring, Retainer 130812 151223 Sheave, Transmisison Sheave, Engine 17211006 Screw, Tap Hex Head 165504 Nut J Clip #8 74610812 Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-20 x 3/4 12000036...
- Page 21 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY 19 20/_" PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 9194R Pin, Clevis 1951J Support, Depth Stake. L.H. 74760520 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1ol/4 5388J Spring, Stake STD523107 121117X Bolt, Shoulder Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 9188R Wheel...
- Page 22 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 TINE ASSEMBLY > PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156926 Tine, Outer, R.H. 156925 Tine, Outer, L.H. 3146R Retainer, Spring Zinc 4929H Pin, Clevis 156924 Tine, Inner, R.H. NOTE'. All component dimensions given in U.S. 156923 Tine, Inner, L,H.
- Page 23 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 TRANSMISSION KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2 9173R Spacer, Split STD523732 Bolt, Fin, Hex 3/8-16 x 3-1/4 STD541431 Nut, Hex, Keps 5/16-18 UNC STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 19091412 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 12 Ga.
- Page 24 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 166214 Decal, Logo 166215 Decal, Belt Guard Tine Shield HP 137539 Decal, Cntrl Phi Inst. 120431X Decal, Hand Placement 110719X Decal, Oper./Lub 120075X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 171803 Decal, Engine 168975 Decal, 5.5 HP 162215 Decal, Tine Shield Warning...
- Page 25 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO. 1118oE1...
- Page 26 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO. 1118-E1 111 I 127A _ _L_...
- Page 27 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO. 1118-E1 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS _" TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 358 GASKET...
- Page 28 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO. 1118-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 495133 Cylinder Assembly 26478 Spring, Exhaust Valve 399268 Bushing, Cylinder 222443 Guard, Flywheel 299819 Seal, Oil 93312 Retainer, Intake Valve and 214040 Head, Cylinder...
- Page 29 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.292393 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 134202, TYPE NO. 1118-E1 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Bell Crank 542 94897 203 280720 Screw 205 231520 Screw, Shoulder 552 231079 Bushing, Governor Crank 208 262279 Bolt, Governor Lever Rod, Speed Control 562 94907...
- Page 31 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME or n,ght Anyt,me, (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for...