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Craftsman 917.294483 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 917.294483 Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMRWI
REAR TINE TILLER WITH
COUNTER ROTATING TINES
6.5 HP
17 Inch Tine Width
Model No.
917.294483
• Espahol,
p. 22
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before
start the
you
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions
before
operating this equipment.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

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  • Page 1 Before start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    • If this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warranty applies for only thirty (30) days from the date of purchase.
  • Page 3 • Use extension cords and receptacles • Never operate the machine at high as specified by the manufacturer for all speeds on slippery surfaces. Look be- units with electric drive motors or elec- hind and use care when backing. tric starting motors. •...

  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    In the state of California the above is PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS required by law (Section 4442 of the Gasoline 4 Quarts California Public Resources Code). Other Capacity: Unleaded Regular states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark ar- Oil (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (Capacity: 19 oz.)
  • 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 apply to your tiller. ENGINE SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER TILLER PERFORMANCE FUR_ENER...
  • Page 6 Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with the 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 7 Handle Column .- Handle Assembly "UP" Position Tighten handle Cables _, lock lever to hold Cable Clip Loosen Handle Lock handles Lever to Move CONNECT SHIFT Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of shift lever indicator. Insert hairpin clip through...
  • Page 8 These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literaturesuppliedwith the product. Learn and understandtheir meaning. KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location various controls and adjustments.
  • 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 vi- sion safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 10 TURNING 1. With engine level, clean area around oil filler plug and remove plug. 1. Release the drive control bar. 2. Engine oil should be to point of over- 2. Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. flowing when engine is level. 3.

  • Page 11: Operation

    TO START ENGINE TILLING HINTS _CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in _CAUTION: Until you are accustomed "DISENGAGED" position when starting to handling your tiller, start actual field engine. use with throttle in slow position (mid-way When starting engine for the first time or if between "FAST"...
  • Page 12 CULTIVATING ADJUST WHEELS CULTIVATING Cultivating is destroying the weeds be- tween rows to prevent them from robbing 1. Place blocks under right hand side of nourishment and moisture from the plants. tiller and remove hairpin clip and clevis At the same time, breaking up the upper pin from right hand wheel.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES S E V,OEO TES AS YOU COMPLETE 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 RH Gear Case Grease...
  • Page 14 5. Refill engine with oil. See "CHECK _CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug ENGINE OIL LEVEl" in the Operation wire 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. Dam- aged mufflers or spark arresters could Cover -..__ create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen as- Precleaner _,.
  • Page 16 TIRE CARE Guard • Hex _CAUTION: When mounting tires, unless Nut and beads are seated, overinflation can cause Washer 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 • To maintain the superb tilling perfor- mance of this machine the tines should _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 inches...
  • Page 18 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR ENGINE The carburetor has been preset at the Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, engine performance which are being done at the customers ex- pense, may be performed by any non-road can be affected by differences in fuel, tem- perature, altitude or load.

  • Page 19: Storage

    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. _CAUTION: Never store the tiller with stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor-...

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    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" in 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. the Operation section. 3.
  • 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. 1. Check oil level/change oil. overheats 2. Dirty engine air screen. 2. Clean engine air screen. 3. Dirty engine. 3.
  • Page 22 Mantenimiento ..........GARANTIA LIMITADA DE DOS AI_IOS PARA LA CULTIVADORA CRAFTSMAN Por dos (2) aSos, a partir de la fecha de compra, cuando esta Cultivadora Craftsman se mantenga, lubrique y aline segSn las instrucciones para ta operaci6n y el mantenimiento en el manual del dueSo, Sears repararA, gratis, todo defecto en el material y la mano de obra.
  • Page 23 • Despu_s de pegarle a un objeto extra5o, MANTENIMIENTO Y ALMACENAMIEN- pare el motor, remueva el atambre de la bujfa, inspeccione la cultivadora cuidadosa- • Mantenga los accesorios y aditamentos de mente, para verificar si hay da_os, y repare la mAquina en buenas condiciones para el el da_o antes de volver a arrancar y operar la funcionamiento.
  • Page 24 Capacidad de 4 Cuartos Congratulaciones por su buena compra. _solina: Sin plorno, regular Su nuevo producto Craftsman® est#, diseSado Aceite(API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (Sobre 40°F) y fabricado para funcionar de modo fiable por (Capacidad: 19 oz.) SAE 5w-30 SAE 10w-30 muchos aSos. Pero como todos los productos, (Debajo 40°F)
  • Page 25 Estos accesorios estaban disponibles cuando se produjo la cultivadora. Tambi6n est#,n disponibles en la mayorfa de las tiendas de Sears yen los centros de servicio. Algunos de estos accesorios tal vez no se apliquen a su cultivadora. MOTOR BU3JA SILENCIADOR FILTRO DE AIRE LATA DE GASOMNA ACEITE DEL MOTOR...
  • Page 26 Su cultivadora nueva ha side montada en la f&brica, con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que se dejaron sin montar per razones de envio. Para asegurarse que la cultivadora operar& en forma segura y adecuada, todas las partes y los arficulos de ferreter[a que monte tienen que estar apre- tados en forma segura.
  • Page 27 Conjunto del mango Columna del Mango Apriete la palanca Cables de cierre del mango para sujetarla Abrazadera del Suelte la palanca de Cable cierre del mango para moverla CONEXION DE LA VARILLA DE CAMBIO Inserte el extreme de la varilla de cambio que est#, mAs alejado de la dobladura, en el agujero del indicador de la patanca de cambio.
  • Page 28 Estos s{mbolos pueden apareser sobre su cultivadora en la literature proporcionada con el pro- ducto, aprenda y comprenda sus significados. CONOZCA SU CULTIVADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEI_IO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU CULTIVADORA Compare las ilustraciones con su cultivadora para familiarizarse con la ubicacibn de los diversos controles y ajustes.
  • Page 29 La operaci6n de cualquier cultivadora puede hacer que salten objetos extraiSos dentro de sus ojos, 1o que puede producir daSos graves en 6stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecciones para los ojos antes de hacer arrancar su culti- vadora o mientras est6 labrando con 611a. Recomendamos el uso de la mascara de seguridad de visi6n amplia, para uso sobre los espejuelos o anteojos de seguridad estAnda£...
  • Page 30 GIRO ANTES DE HACER ARRANCAR 1. Suelte la barra de control de la impulsi6n. MOTOR 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 Ponga el indicador de la palanca de cambio revise o aSada aceite o combustible.
  • Page 31 IMPORTANTE: Cuando se opere en temperatu- 10. Perrnita que se caliente el motor per unos ras per debajo de 32"F (0*C) use gasolina de cuantos minutes antes de enganchar los inviemo lirnpia y nueva para auedar a asegurar brazes. un buen arranque en clirna fdo. AVISO: A rnucha attura (sobre 3000 pies) o PRECAUCION: Combustibles...
  • Page 32 AJUSTE DE LAS RUEDAS PARA EL CULTIVO Ponga bloques debajo del lade dereeho de la cultivadora y remueva Ia abrazadera de horquilla y la olavija de horquilla de la rueda del Iado derecho. Mueva la rueda hacia afuera, aproximada- mente 1 pulgada, hasta que el agujero en el cube de la rueda interior se alinee con el agujero interior en el eje.
  • Page 33 PROGRAMA MANTENIMIENTO /YAo% /SI 7 LLENE LAS FECHAS DE MEDIDA /'_fO_JO_'_'_f " FECHAS DE SERVICIO SERVIClO REGULAR Revisa_r el nivel del aceito del motor Cambiar el aceite del motor Aceitar los puntos de pirate Inspecciona_r el supresor del silenoia_dor Inspecciona, r la rojille, de a,ire Limpia_ricambiar el cartucho del filtro de aire...
  • Page 34 Despu6s de que el aceite se haya drenado _PRECAUCI6N: Deseoneete el alambre de completamente, vuelva a colocar el tap6n la bujla antes de dar mantenimiento (excepto del drenaje del aceite y apri6telo en forma pot el ajuste del carburador) para evitar que el segura.
  • Page 35 SILENCIADOR Tomillo de ]a base Cubierta No opere Ia cultivadora sin el silenciador. No manipulee el sistema de escape. Los silenciadores o los amortiguadores de chispas daiiados pueden crear un peligro de incendio. Inspecci6nelos peri6dicamente y cAmbielos si Aletas del es necesario.
  • Page 36 CUIDADO DE LAS LLANTAS Prote_i6n de la correa _[_PRECAUCI6N: Cuando monte las Ilantas, a menos que los tatones est6n asentados, si Hexagonal se inflan demasiado se puede producir una y arandela explosi6n. (Ubieadas • Mantenga 20 iibras de presi6n en Ias liantas. detras de la Si la presi6n de las Ilantas no es Ia rnisma, la Ilanta)
  • Page 37 CAMBIO DE BRAZOS • Para que esta m_quina pueda mantener un rendimiento excelente en el Iabrado, se AI_PRECAUCI6N: Los brazos son afilados. deben revisar los brazos para verificar si Use guantes u otra protecci6n cuando rnaneje est_n afilados, desgastados o doblados, los brazos.
  • Page 38 MOTOR Cable del tomillo de sujeci6n El mantenirniento, la reparaci6n, o el reempiazo de cualquier dispositivos o sisternas del control Cable de la "%_ de Ia emisi6n, los cuales sean hechos al costo Aceleraoi6n del cliente, pueden set reaIizados pot cualquier individuo o establecimiento de reparaci6n de motor.
  • Page 39 AVlSO: El estabilizador de combustible es una Inmediatamente prepare su cultivadora para el almacenarniento al final de la temporada o si la altemativa aceptable para reducir a un minimo unidad no se va a usar pot 30 divas o rn_s. la formaci6n de dep6sitos de gorna en el com- bustible durante el periodo de almacenarniento.
  • Page 40 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears, CORRECCION PROBLEMA CAUSA No arranca 1. Sin combustible. 1. Llene el estanque de combustible. 2. Motor sin ia"ESTRANGU- 2. Vea"PARA ARRANCAR MOTOR"...
  • Page 41 IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la secci6n apropiada en el manual a menos que este dirigido a un centro de servicio Seats. PROBLI=MA CAUSA CORRECCION Falta de fuerza lO.Rejilla de aire del motor sucia. 10. Limpie la rejilla de aire deI motor. 11 .Silenciador sucio/taponado.
  • Page 42 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 HANDLES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180634 Throttle Control STD541437 Nut, Crownlock3/6-16 19131611 Washer I3/32× 1 x 1I Ga. 14I 406 Grip, Handle 110673X Grommet, Handle I09228X Lever, Lock, Handle 127254X I50258 Handle, Assemble Bar, Drive Control Assembly 6712J Cap, Vinyl 165197...
  • Page 43 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 73510500 Nut, Keps 5/16-I8 I26875X Rivet, Ddlled STD55I I37 Washer, Lock 3/8 4497H Retainer, Spring STD54I 037 Nut, Hex 3/8-I6 I65501X558 Guard, Belt 170127 Shield, inner Belt Guard I32801 Belt, V 164329...
  • Page 44 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 1021990X Tire 739970500 Locknut, Hex, Ftange 5/16-I8 183122)(624 102332X Bracket, Reinforcement 7995R Tire Valve 102173X Counter Weigher, RH. STD55I I37 Washer, Lock 3/8 Engine, (See Breakdown) Briggs Model No 121302-0216-E1 STD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8-I6...
  • Page 45 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 TRANSMISSION /_¢ transmission 19.5b PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 180677 Transmission Assembly (includes 150737 Ground Shaft Assembly Key Nos. 2-52) 143008 Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive R.H. 180627 Gearcase, L.H. w/Bearing 106388X Spacer 0.70x 1.00x 1.150 (Includes Key No.
  • Page 46 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 TINE SHIELD tine shield 13a in KEY PART PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 73900500 Nut, Lock Hex Fig 5/16-18 Uric 102701X Grip 161415X558 Shield, Side, Outer L. H. STD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 8393J Pin, Stake, Depth 102156X Stake, Depth 12000035...
  • Page 47 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 TINE ASSEMBLY ",. tine ipb 1 KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 4459J Tine, Outer, L.H. 74610616 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1 4460J Tine, Outer, R.H. 132673 Pin, Shear 6554J Tine, Inner, LH. 132728 Assembly, Hub and Plate, R.H. 6555J Tine, Inner, R.H.
  • Page 48 Decal, Shift Indicator 157984 Decal, Tine, Shield, Counter Rotating Tines 120075X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 163094 Decal, Tine Depth Stake 162215 Decal, Tine, Shield, Warning Dom 171078 Decal, Rewind 167156 Decal, Craftsman IC 166138 Decal, Intek 192439 Manual, Owner's (Eng/Span)
  • Page 49 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121302-0216-E1 238 O 914A 1330 REPAIR MANUAL I 914B 306 @ 24 _ I 1019 LABEL KIT I 11058 OWNER'S MANUAL I 11329 REPLACEMENT ENGINEI...
  • Page 50 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121302-0216-E1 365_ 633A 1171 276_ 1181276 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 276_ 137_ 633_ 633A 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 633A @ 127 _ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 961 _ _ 971A 1022_...
  • Page 51 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121302-0216-E1 267_ 209A 2221 632_ 621 _ 19oG_' 832, 836A_ 300/_ 613 _...
  • Page 52 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121302-0216-E1 597_ 121_ 1005 lO7O 305_' 1036 LABEL-EMISSION 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 1022...
  • Page 53 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121302-0216-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 699505 Cylinder Assembly 699220 Screw (FueITank) 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto 694543 Bali-Rocker Arm Side) 692571 Spring-Governor 299819 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 209A 691278 Spring-Governor 699486 Head-Cylinder...
  • Page 54 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.294483 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121302-0216-E1 PART DESCRIPTION 699206 Screw (Control Panel) 694257 Spacer-Control Bracket 393757 Deflector-Muffler 690661 Screw (Muffler Deflector) 691855 Spring-Friction 690572 Spring-Detent (Choke) 693462 Bracket-Air Cleaner 690959 Pin-Locating 692565 Gear-Timing 692564...
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