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Craftsman 917.295652 Owner's Manual

5.0 hp 17 inch tine width rear tine tiller with counter rotating tines
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Caution:
Read and follow
aH Safety
Rumes
and mnstructions
Before
Operating
This Equipment
®
5,0 HP
71 C
UNTE
W
G Tm ES
. Assembty
. Operation
. Customer
Responsibilities
* Service and Adjustments
, Repair Parts
Sears, Roebgck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
mL60179 U.SoA.

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  • Page 1 ® 5,0 HP Caution: 71 C Read and follow aH Safety Rumes and mnstructions G Tm ES UNTE Before Operating This Equipment . Assembty . Operation . Customer Responsibilities * Service and Adjustments , Repair Parts Sears, Roebgck and Co., Hoffman Estates, mL60179 U.SoA.

  • Page 2: Accessories

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAiNiNG Keep children and pets away. Read the Owner's Manual carefully, Be thoroughly Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tilt too deep at too fast a rate.
  • Page 3 • if this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or renta! purposes, this Warranty applies for only 30 days from the date of purchase. WARRANTY...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS MAmNTENANCE SCHEDULE ........SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ........ 15-18 STORAGE ..............TROUBLESHOOTING ..........REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ........21-27 REPAIR PARTSoENG_NE ........28°33 SERViCE/PARTS ORDERING ....BACK COVER NDEX Engine (cont'd) Lubrication ....... 14 Accessories ........Repair Parts: Oi! Leve! ........Tiller ........
  • Page 5 These accessories were availabUe when the tiller was purchased, They are 8JSOavailabme at most Sears Retail out_ets and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your tiller, ENGINE SPARK PLUG MUFFLER F_LTER...
  • Page 6 Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of thOse parts left unassembled for shipping purposes, To ensure safe and proper ooeration of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be hghtened securely, Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness, TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY...

  • Page 7: Depth Stake

    UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2) Grasp handle assembly° Hold in "up" position. Be sure handle lock remains in gearcase notch. Slide handle assembly into position. U of exposed staples when handNing or disposing HANDLE ASSEMBLY _teriaL "UP" POSiTiON IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING ANDASSEMBUNG TILLER,...
  • Page 8 ASSE@ CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig, 6) REMOVE T_LLER FROM CRATE Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of Make sure shift _ever indicator is in "N" (neutral) posi- shift lover indicator. tion (See Fig. 6) • Insert hairpin dip through hole of shift rod to secure.

  • Page 9: Throttle

    KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S r_ANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TJLLERo Compare the illustrations with your filler to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference. These symboJs may appesr on your Til_er or in literature supplied with the product.
  • Page 10 The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which result in severe eye damage. Ab,'_ays wear safety g_asses or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tH_ingo We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard...
  • Page 11 Engine oil should be to point of overflowing. TURNmNG approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECiFiCA- Release the drive controJ bar. TIONS" on page 3 of this manual. All oil must meet A.P.I. Service Classification SF or SG. Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. For cold weather operation you should change oil for Place shift lever indicator in "F"...
  • Page 12 N ¸ TO START ENGtNE (See Fig, 17) Soit conditions are important for proper tilting. Tines witf not readily penetrate dry, hard soit which may contribo ute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your CAUTHON: Keep tine control in "OFF" tiIIer, I_4ard soil shouid be moistened before tilling;...
  • Page 13 MAnNTENANCE SCHEDULE FiLL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVMCE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler Inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins RepJace Spark Plug 1 - Change more...
  • Page 14 ESPO LITIES ENGMNE Service air .cleaner more often under dusty conditions. Loosen air cteaner cover screws. Remove cover and LUBRIOAT_ON air cleaner assembly from base. Use only high quatity detergent oil rated with API sewice Remove air cleaner asssembly from inside cover and classification SF or SG Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade disassemble.
  • Page 15 MER R MUFFLER TRANSMISSION Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with Your transmission is sealed and will only require iubdcation if serviced. exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary, If your engine is equipped with a spark CLEANING...

  • Page 16: Belt Guard

    V CE AND ADJ TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT (See TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig_ 22) Figs. 22 and 23) Remove LH. inner and outer side shields (See "TO Remove bett guardo (See'q'o REMOVE BELTGUARD" REMOVE WHEEL" in this section of this manual} in this section of this manual), Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from left wheel.
  • Page 17 OK AN© ADJU To maintain the superb tilling performance of this T_NE REPLACEB]ENT (See Figs, 24._25 and 26) machine the tines should be checked for sharpness, wear_ and bending, particularly the tines which are next OAUT_OH: Ti_ses are sharpo Wear to the transmission, tf the gap between the tines g_oves or othe_ protection...
  • Page 18 CE AND F_NAL SETTING ENGINE Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes. Make final adjustment:s with engine running at idle and drive TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE control bar in "DISENGAGED" position. (See Fig. 27) With throttle control lever in "SLOW" position, turn idle Loosen cable damp screw to allow cable to move needte valve in (clockwise) until engine begins to die Move throttk_ control lever on upper handte to "FAST"...
  • Page 19 ENGINE Immediately prepare your titler for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more° Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oit, (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of CAUTI1ON: Never store the tiller with this manuat),...
  • Page 20 TROUBL£S PROBLEM CAUSE CORRKCTtON Will P, o t start Out of fuel. Fi!l fuel tank. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Dirty air cieaner. Clean or replace air cieaner cartridge. Water in flJet Drain fuel tank and carburetoL and refill tank with fresh...
  • Page 21 REPAMR PARTS T LLER o MODEL NUMBER 917o295652 HANDLES DESCRiPTiON PART PART DESCRiPTiON 19131611 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga. 148583 Throttle, Control ! 09228X Lever, Lock, Handle 141406 Grip, Handle 150258 Handle, Assemble 110673X Grommet, Handle I21 !45X Clip, Plastic, Cable 127254X Bar, Drive Controt Assembly...
  • Page 22 REPAMR PARTS TWLLER -° MODEL NUMBER 9i7.295652 MAINFRAME, SIDE PART DESCRIPTION STD541431 Nut, Keps 5/16q8 STD55ii37 * Washer, Lock 3/8 STD541037 * Nut, Hex 3/8q 6 74930568 Bolt, Flex 5/t6-18 x 4ol/4 STD571810 * Pin, Roll 1101!1X Lever, Shift STD532505 * Bolt, Carriage 1/4_20 x !/2 Gr.

  • Page 23: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TILLER o o MODEL NUMBER 917o295652 MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE PART DESCRIPTION PART D_SCRIPT[ON 50t5J Tire 146934 Bumper 128952 73970500 Locknut, He\, Flange 5116-18 795R Tire Valve STD55103t * Washer 1t/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga. 74760512 Bolt, Hex 5/16o18 x 3/4 STD54t431 * Nut, Keps 5/16-18 ! 02332X...
  • Page 24 REPAMR PARTS TILLER o o MODEL NUMBER 917.295652 TRANSMISSION °44 PART DESCRIPTION 106390X Spacer 0.765 x 1.125 x t.23 102134X Chain #35-50 Pitch 150737 Ground Shaft Assembly 143008 Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive R.H. DESCR_PTION PART .106388X Spacer 0.70 x ! .00 x 1.!50 102t21X Sprocket and Gear Assembly t02112X...
  • Page 25 REPAIR PARTS TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917o295652 TINE SHIELD °V PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION t 02701 X G rip 98000129 Nut, Flange 5t16-18 STD541037 : Nut, Hex 3/8-16 104086X459 Shietd, Side, Outer h Ho 102!56X Stake, Depth 8393J Pin, Stake, Depth 74930632 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2 12000036...
  • Page 26 REPAIR PARTS TroLLER o o MODEL NUMBER 917.295652 TJNE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRiPTiON PART 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 Tine, Inner, R.H.
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS TILLER _ o MODEL NUMBER 917o2£5652 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 152399 Decal, Logo 138813 Decal, Logo 152397 Decal, Logo 152400 Decal, Description 137538 Decal, Caution, Drive Control 120431X Decal, Hand Placement Decal, Shift indicator 102180X 147592 Decal, Operation and Lubrication 120075X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 153224...
  • Page 28 AIR PARTS TILLER o o MODEL NUMBER 917o295652 ENGINE, BR_GGS & STRATTON o - _IODEL NUMBER 333402, TYPE NO. 0083.-01...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TILLER o _ MODEL NUMBER 9!7.295652 ENGINE, BRmGGS & STRATTON o o MODEL NUMBER 133402, TYPE NO. 0083o01 219 _ ® 36 _ REQUIRES SPEOIAL TOOLS TO tNS°_ALL SEE REPAIR _NS"TRUC_°_ON _ANUALo 1016...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TILLER o o MODEL NUMBER 917.295652 ENGmNE, BR]GGS & STRATTON o ° MODEL NUMBER 133402, TYPE NO. 0083-01 @ G34 ® 634A 137_ 358 GASKET 634A 977 OARBfJRIETOR GASKET 121 CARBURETOR t(IT...
  • Page 31 REPAtR PARTS T_LLER _ o MODEL NUMBER 917o295652 ENGMNE_ BRHGGS & STRATTON o o MODEL NUMBER 133402_ TYPE NOo 0083o01 _305...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - ° MODEL NUMBER 917o295652 ENGINE, BR GGS & STRATTON o - MODEL NUMBER 133402, TYPE NO. 0083o01 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO, NO. DESCRIPTBON Spring, Intake Valve 495133 Cylinder Assembly 260552 Spring, Exhaust Valve 399268 Bushing 26478...

  • Page 33: Muffler

    REPAIR PARTS T LLER o o MODEL NUMBER 917o295652 ENGtNE BRIGGS & STRATTON ° MODEL NUMBER 133402 TYPE NOo 0083o01 KEY PART KEY PART NOo NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPT_ON 93053 Clamp,. Hose, Green 495651 Shaft, Choke 93807 Clamp, Hose, Black 159 280871 Support, Air Cleaner 494782...

  • Page 36: Tines

    £ ® 5.0 HP 17 iNCH Tt E Wi TILLER WiTH TmNE TINES COUNTER ROTAT! MODEL NO. Each tiller has its own model number,. Each engine has its own model number. 917.295652 The model number for your tiller will be found on a plate attached to the top of the transmission.

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