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Operator's Manual
Cultivator
2 Horsepower
2-cycle Engine
10 Inch Tines
Model 536.292523
CAUTION: Before using
this product, read this
manual and follow all of its
Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.
- CRRFTSMRN °
Manual del usario
Cultivador
2 caballos de fuerza (hp)
motor 2 tiempos
Aspas de 10 pulg.
Modelo 536.292523
PRECAUCI6N: Antes de usar este
producto, lea este manual y siga
todas las reglas de seguridad e
instrucciones de operaci6n.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
F-021300C www.sears.com/craftsman Made in China
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY STATEMENT ...... 2
SAFETY RULES ............... 3
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS .... 5
ASSEMBLY ................... 6
OPERATION .................. 8
MAINTENANCE ............... 13
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT .. 16
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART .. 19
REPAIR PARTS ............... 20
ENGINE REPAIR PARTS ....... 25
SPANISH (ESPAI_IOL) .......... 31
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ..
BACK COVER
WARRANTY STATEMENT
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN CULTIVATOR
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Cultivator is maintained, lubri-
cated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions inthe owner's
manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material or workmanship.
This warranty excludes tine(s), spark plug, and air cleaner which are expendable parts and
become worn during normal use.
Ifthis Craftsman Cultivator is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies
for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN CULTIVA-
TOR 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 rightswhich may
vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates. IL 60179
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and must not be
used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land
unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it must be maintained in
effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on fed-
eral lands. See a Sears Authorized Service Center for a spark arrester for the muffler.
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IMPORTANT
Safe Operation Practices for Cultivator
WARNING: Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means: "Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety Is Involved."
_ ARNING: To prevent acciden-
ing repairs, always disconnect spark
plug wire and put wire where it cannot
contact the spark plug.
IMPORTANT: Safety standards require opera-
tor presence controls to minimize the risk of in-
jury. Your cultivator is equipped with such
controls. Do not attempt to defeat the function
of the operator presence control under any cir-
cumstances.
Before Use
• Read the owner's manual carefully. Be
• Do not operate the cultivator without wear-
• Keep the area of operation clear of all per-
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the cul-
Fuel Safety
• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flam-
• Use an approved container.
• Check fuel supply before each use, allow-
• Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care.
• Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel
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tal starting when setting-up,
transporting, adjusting or mak-
thoroughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the cultivator. Know how
to stop the cultivator and disengage the
controls quickly.
ing adequate outer garments. Wear foot-
wear that will improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
sons, particularly small children and pets.
tivator is to be used and remove all foreign
objects.
mable.
ing space for expansion as the heat of the
engine and/or sun can cause fuel to ex-
pand.
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Replace fuel
tank cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
to a running or hot engine.
• Never store fuel or cultivator with fuel in the
tank inside a building where fumes may
reach an open flame.
Operating Safety
Never allow children or young teenagers to
operate the cultivator. Keep them away
while it is operating. Never allow adults to
operate the cultivator without proper in-
struction.
Do not operate this machine if you are tak-
ing drugs or other medication which can
cause drowsiness or affect your ability to
operate this machine.
Do not use this machine if you are mentally
or physically unable to operate this ma-
chine safely.
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation or while performing an
adjustment or repair to protect your eyes
from foreign objects that may be thrown
from the cultivator.
Do not put hands or feet near or under ro-
tating parts.
Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
Never operate the cultivator without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective
devices in place.
Never operate the cultivator at high trans-
port speeds on slippery surfaces. Look be-
hind and use care when backing.
Never allow bystanders near the cultivator.
Keep children and pets away while
operating.
Never operate the cultivator without good
visibility or light.
Do not run the engine indoors. The ex-
haust fumes are dangerous, containing
CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS
and DEADLY GAS.
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IMPORTANT
• Take all possible precautions when leaving and keep the wire away from the plug to
the cultivator unattended. Stop the engine, prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly in-
• Do not overload the cultivator capacity by repair the damage before restarting and
attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate. operating it.
spect the cultivator for any damage, and
Safe Storage
• Always refer to the owner's manual instruc-
tions for important details if the cultivator is
to be stored for an extended period.
• Never store the cultivator with fuel in the
fuel tank inside a building where ignition
sources are present such as water and
space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in
any enclosure.
• Keep the cultivator in safe working condi-
tion. Check all fasteners at frequent inter-
vals for proper tightness.
Repair / Adjustments Safety
• After striking a foreign object, stop the en-
gine. Remove the wire from the spark plug,
If cultivator should start to vibrate abnor-
mally, stop engine and check immediately
for the cause. Vibration is generally a warn-
ing of trouble.
Stop the engine whenever you leave the
operating position. Also, disconnect the
spark plug wire before unclogging the tines
and when making any repairs, adjust-
ments, or inspections.
• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
shut off the engine and make certain all
moving parts have stopped.
Never attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine is running except when
specifically recommended by the manufac-
turer.
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IMPORTANT
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
IMPORTANT: Many of the following symbols are located on your unit or on literature sup-
plied with the product. Before you operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for
each symbol.
ControlAnd Operating Symbols
Slow Fast Fuel Oil
Half Choke
Choke OFF A
Full Choke
Safety Warning Symbols
WARNING
Thrown Objects.
Keep Bystanders Away.
IMPORTANT
Read Owner's Manual
Before Operating
This Machine.
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Rotating Parts. Stop Engine.
Disconnect Spark Wire Before
WARNING
Making Adjustments.
WARNING
Wear Eye Protection
WARNING
STOP
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ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY
PARTS PACKED SEPARATELY
IN CARTON
,/ ?-_
1- Owner's Manual (not shown)
1- 5.2 oz. 2-cycle Oil
glasses or eye shields while as-
WARNING: Always wear safety
sembling the cultivator.
Figure 1 shows the cultivator completely as-
sembled.
References to the right or left side of the cul-
tivator are from the viewpoint of the opera-
tor's position behind the unit.
HOW TO REMOVE THE
CULTIVATOR FROM THE CARTON
1. Remove the bottle of oil from the carton.
2. Remove the packing material positioned
around the unit.
3. Lift the cultivator out of the carton and
place on a hard level surface.
HOW TO RAISE THE HANDLE
Loosen the knobs (see Figure 2). Tilt
the cultivator forward and rotate the up-
per handle to the upright position. Make
sure the throttle cable is not caught be-
tween the handles.
1 - 5.2 oz. 2-cycle Oil
Figure 1
_Kn Handle
obs
2. Tighten the knobs.
NOTE: To tighten the knobs, hold the
curved carriage bolt head against the out-
side of the lower handle as you tighten
the knobs.
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Figure 2
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ASSEMBLY
v" CHECKLIST
For the best performance and satisfaction
from this quality product, please review the
following checklist before you operate the
cultivator:
_' All assembly instructions have been
completed.
_' Check carton. Make sure no loose
parts remain in the carton.
_' All fasteners have been properly tight-
ened.
As you learn how to use the cultivator, pay
extra attention to the following important
items:
_'_' Fuel tank is filled with a fresh, clean,
fuel mixture.
_'_' Become familiar and understand the
function of all controls. Before you
start the engine, operate all controls.
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OPERATION
KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR
READ THE OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE YOU OPERATE the
cultivator. To familiarize yourself with the location of the controls, compare the illustrations with
_our cultivator. Save this manual for future reference.
ON / OFF
Switch
J
Throttle Control
Lever
Upper Handle
Recoil Starter Handle
Lower Handle
Depth Stake and _
Tra n_sP°e_mW,y_
Throttle Control - Controls the eng=ne
speed and the tine rotation. The cultivator is
equipped with a centrifugal clutch that en-
gages the tine drive system when the engine
speed is increased.
Choke Control Lever- Use to assist
when starting a cold engine.
ON / OFF Switch - The ON position al-
lows the engine to start. The OFF position
stops the engine and keeps the engine from
starting.
Choke Control ._
Air Cleaner
Fuel Cap
Tine Shield
/
Tines
Figure 3
Recoil Starter Handle - The engine is
equipped with an easy pullrecoil starter.
Depth Stake - Mount with the wheels up
to adjust the depth of cut. Also use to help
control the direction and speed of the cultiva-
tor.
Transport Wheels - Mount with the
wheels down when transporting the cultiva-
tor.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear safety glasses. If you wear eye
glasses, put a Wide Vision Safety Mask over
your eye glasses.
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,_ WARNING: Debris thrown from
the eyes, which can cause severe eye
damage. Always wear safety glasses or
eye shields when operating the cultiva-
tor.
the cultivator can result in for-
eign objects being thrown into
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OPERATION
HOW TO USE THE CULTIVATOR
How To Stop The Cultivator
1. Release the throttle control to stop the
tines.
2. Move the ON/OFF switch, on the engine,
to the OFF position.
How To Set The Depth
Use the depth stake to control the tilling
depth and the forward speed. Set the depth
stake to the desired tilling position as fol-
lows:
1. Remove the hairpin and the clevis pin
from the depth stake (see Figure 4).
2. Adjust the depth stake upward to dig
shallower or downward to dig deeper.
Depth Stake
Clevis Pin
Depth Stake
Bracket
3. Reinstall the clevis pin and hairpin.
How To Operate The Cultivator
1. Start the engine.
2. Tilt the unit back on the depth stake until
the tines are off the ground. Squeeze the
throttle control all the way up against the
hand grip. The engine is governor con-
trolled and must be run at full throttle
while tilling.
3. Hold the handle firmly and slowly tilt the
unit forward to begin the tilling action.
4. As the tines begin to make contact with
the ground, hold back on the handles so
that the tines will dig into the soil and not
ride forward over the ground.
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Figure 4
5.
Avoid tilling soil that is too dry as it will
pulverize and produce a dust that will not
hold water. Also, tilling soil that is too wet
will be hard on the machine and produce
unsatisfactory clods.
6. Lowering the depth stake will slow the
cultivator and make it till deeper. Raising
the depth stake will allow it to move fast-
er and till more shallow. See "How To
Set The Depth".
_ ARNING: Keep away from the
rotating tines. Rotating tines
can cause injury.
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OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
How To Prepare The Engine
_ ARNING: Always use a safety
fuel container. Do not smoke
when adding the fuel mixture to
the engine. When inside an enclosure,
do not fill the fuel tank. Before you add
the fuel mixture, stop the engine. Let the
engine cool for several minutes.
How To Mix The Fuel Mixture
The two cycle engine, used on this cultivator,
requires a mixture of gasoline and oil for lu-
brication of the bearings and other moving
parts. The correct fuel mixture ratio is 24:1
(5.2 oz. oil per one gallon of gas - see the
Fuel Mixture Chart). Gasoline and oil must
be pre-mixed in a clean gasoline container.
Always use fresh, clean, unleaded gasoline.
Mix gasoline and oil as follows:
1. Pour one (1) U.S. quart offresh, clean,
unleaded automotive gasoline into a one
gallon size gasoline container.
2. Add 5.3 ounces of clean, high quality,
two-cycle oil to the gasoline container.
IMPORTANT: Do not use outboard mo-
tor oil or multi-viscosity oils,such as
10W-30 or 10W-40.
3.
Install the fuel cap onto the gasoline con-
tainer. Vigorously shake the gasoline
container to mix the oil with the gasoline.
4.
Add an additional three (3) U.S. quarts of
gasoline to the gallon container. Again
shake the gasoline container.
5.
This completes the gasoline mixing pro-
cedure. The gasoline can now be added
to the fuel tank.
FUEL MIXTURE CHART (mixture 24:1)
U.S. SI. (Metric
GAS OIL GAS OIL
1 Gal. 5.2 oz. 4 Liters .167 L
2 Gal. 11 oz. 8 Liters .333 L
5 Gal. 27 oz. 20 Liters .833 L
Do not fill the fuel tank with gasoline that does not have oil mixed in it. Shake the
gasoline container before each filling of the fuel tank.
OII Add more gas
(5.2 oz)_ Shake Can (3 U. S. Quarts)
4- +
] U.S. Gallon container _-_
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OPERATION
HOW TO START THE ENGINE
Before you start the engine, make sure that
you have read and understand all the in-
structions on the preceding pages.
Fill the fuel tank to 1/2 inch below the
bottom of the fill neck. Reinstall the fuel
tank cap securely. Always use fresh fuel.
Never use fuel that could be stale from
long periods of storage.
2.
Move the on-off switch to the ON posi-
tion (see Figure 5).
Move the choke control to the FULL
CHOKE position (all the way down).
NOTE: Do notchokea hot orwarm
engine.
4.
Tilt the cultivator back on the depth stake
or transport wheels to raise the tines off
the ground.
5.
Hold the upper handle firmly to stabilize
the cultivator.
7. Pull the starter handle with rapid, full arm
strokes until the engine starts.
8.
When the engine starts, move the choke
lever to the HALF CHOKE position.
When the engine runs smoothly, move
the choke lever to the NO CHOKE posi-
tion.
NOTE: If the tines do not stop when
the throttle control is released, adjust
the carburetor idle speed. See "How
To Adjust The Carburetor" in the Ser-
vice And Adjustments.
g.
To stop the engine, release the throttle
control and move the on-off switch to
the OFF position.
10.
If the engine becomes flooded remove
and dry the spark plug. See "Spark Plug
Maintenance" in the Maintenance sec-
tion of this manual. Then, pull the starter
rope with the choke lever in the NO
CHOKE position.
6. Hold the starter handle and pull slowly
until you feel engine drag. Slowly return
the starter handle to the original position.
ON / OFF
Switch
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,_ WARNING: The muffler and sur-
rounding areas become hot af-
ter running the engine. Avoid
these areas.
Recoil Starter Handle
Air Cleaner "_
Figure 5
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CULTIVATING TIPS
Tilling is digging in, turning over and
breaking up packed soil before planting.
Loose unpacked soil helps root growth.
Best tilling depth is 4 to 6 inches. A tiller
will also clear the soil of unwanted vege-
tation. The decomposition of this vegeta-
tion matter enriches the soil. Depending
on the climate (rainfall and wind), it may
be advisable to till the soil at the end of
the growing season to further condition
the soil.
Avoid tilling soil that is too dry as it will
pulverize and produce a dust that will not
hold water. Also, tilling soil that is too wet
will be hard on the machine and produce
unsatisfactory clods.
Better growth will be obtained if an area
is tilled properly and used soon after till-
ing to preserve the moisture content.
The depth stake (on the back of the culti-
vator) serves a dual purpose. It helps
regulate the depth of the cut and also
acts as a brake to help the operator con-
trol the speed of the cultivator.
Lowering the depth stake will slow the
cultivator and make it till deeper. Raising
the depth stake will allow it to move fast-
er and till more shallow.
OPERATION
all safety devices and shields in place.
Never allow children or uninstructed
adults to operate cultivator. Shut off en-
gine before unclogging tines or making
repairs. Keep bystanders away from ma-
chine. Keep away from rotating parts
and tines. They can cause injury.
If the cultivator stops forward motion and
tries to dig deeper than necessary, move
the handles from side to side to start for-
ward motion.
Cultivating is loosening or digging
around growing plants which allows the
plants to flourish.
When using the cultivator to remove
weeds, it is best to cultivate no deeper
than 1-1/2 inches. Cultivating deeper will
only pull to the surface ungerminated
weed seeds. Raising the depth stake will
allow it to move faster and till more shal-
low.
When cultivating around plants or close
areas, you may want to remove the out-
side tines. See "Tine Replacement" in
the Service/Adjustments section.
manual. Know location and
WARNING: Read the Owner's
functions of all controls. Keep
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MAINTENANCE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
SERVICERECORDS After
Fillin datesasyou Before First Every Every Before
completeregular Each 2 25 75 Before Each SERVICE
service. Use Hours Hours Hours Storage Season DATES
Lubricate Tine Shaft
ill
Check Spark Plug _/ _/
Clean Cylinder Exhaust _/
Ports
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model No.:
Date Of Purchase:
Horse Power:
Displacement:
Gasoline Capacity:
Fuel/Oil Mix Ratio:
Spark Plug:
Spark Plug Gap:
Idle RPM:
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536.292523
2
3.0 cu. in.
(49.2 cc.)
20 oz.
24:1 Oil To Gas
(5.3 oz. oil to 1 gal. gas
(use unleaded regular)
Champion
RCJ-8Y
0.035inch
1700-3000
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this cultivator does not cov-
er items that have been subjected to opera-
tor abuse or negligence. To receive full value
from the warranty, the operator must main-
tain the cultivator as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments must be made periodical-
ly to properly maintain your cultivator.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual must be
checked at least once each season.
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MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
Every 25 hours and/or at the beginning of
each season, make sure the gear box is
filled with lubricant (see Figure 6). Tubes of
gear lubricant are available from most auto-
motive supply stores. Use portable tool
grease such as Lubriplate 630AA (Product
No. 06787, 1-3/4 oz. tube) or Lubriplate
GR-132 (Product No. 15892, 10 oz. tube).
After cleaning and before storage, apply oil
to the fine shaft (see Figure 6).
if it is damaged (see the Repair Parts
section in this manual).
6.
Clean and lubricate the fine shaft with a
few drops of oil.
7.
Reinstall the left side tines.
8.
Remove the right side tines. Check the
felt washer for damage. Clean and oil
the fine shaft. Reinstall the right side
tines.
sion to cool before filling with
WARNING: Allow the transmis-
grease.
1. Remove both left side tines. See "How
To Replace The Tines" in the Service
and Adjustments section.
2. Remove the air vent screw (see
Figure 6).
3. Mount a grease gun onto the grease fit-
ting. Fill the transmission until the
grease begins to come out of the air vent
screw hole.
4. Reinstall the air vent screw.
5. Check the condition of the felt washer
(see Figure 6). Replace the felt washer
HOW TO CLEAN THE TINES
Always remove dirt and debris from the culti-
vator after each use. Remove any string,
wire or vegetation that may become lodged
in the mechanism and stop the tines from
rotating.
1. Release the throttle control and move
the on-off switch to the OFF position.
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug.
2. While wearing gloves, remove the hair-
pins and clevis pins that secure the tine
assemblies to the shaft (see Figure 7).
Remove the tines from the shaft.
3. Remove any lodged debris from the
shaft and tines. Clean and lubricate the
tine shaft with a few drops of oil.
4. Reassemble the tines on the shaft and
secure with a clevis pin and hairpin.
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Air Vent Screw
Grease Fitting
5.
Connect the spark plug wire to the spark
plug.
Hair Pins Tines Figure 7
14
Figure 6
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MAINTENANCE
SPARK PLUG
Check the spark plug every 25 hours. Re-
place the spark plug if the electrodes are
pitted or burned or ifthe porcelain is
cracked.
Make sure the spark plug is clean.
Clean the spark plug by carefully scrap-
ing the electrodes (do not sand blast or
use a wire brush).
2.
Check the spark plug gap with a feeler
gauge. See "Product Specifications" for
the correct spark plug gap and replace-
ment spark plug.
3. Before installing the spark plug, coat
the threads lightly with oil for easy re-
moval. Tighten the spark plug to a torque
of 15 foot-pounds.
Feeler Gauge
0.035"
Spark Plug
Figure 8
HOW TO CLEAN THE AIR FILTER
The engine uses a foam air filter that can be
cleaned and reused. Clean and oil the air
filter every 25 hours. Clean more often in
dusty conditions. Remove and clean the air
filter as follows:
CAUTION: Never run the engine without
the air filter installed. An air filter clogged
with dust can result in loss of engine
power and can cause excessive wear or
damage to the engine. If the air filter is
clogged, clean or replace immediately.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug.
2. Remove the screws from the air filter
cover (see Figure 9). Remove the air
filter cover and the air filter.
3. Wipe the cover and the inside of the air
filter housing with a clean cloth.
4. Clean the air filter in a solution of water
and household detergent. Rinse tho-
roughtly in clean water.
5. Wrap the air filter in a dry clean cloth.
Squeeze out (do not twist) all solution
until dry.
6.
Cover the outside of the air filter with
oil. Use the same type of oil as used to
make the fuel mixture. Lightly squeeze
the air filter to distribute and remove
any excess oil.
7.
Put the clean air filter into the air filter
housing.
8.
Install the air filter cover and secure
with the screws as shown.
9.
Connect the spark plug wire to the spark
plug.
Air Filter
Filter Housing
Screw
Figure 9
CYLINDER EXHAUST PORTS
Clean the cylinder exhaust ports after every
75 hours of operation. For this procedure, we
recommend that you take your unit to a
Sears Service Center.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT
HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE TINES
References to the right or left side of the cul-
tivator are from the viewpoint of the opera-
tor's position behind the unit.
All four tines are different and cannot be in-
terchanged. The tines must be correctly
installed or the cultivator will not function
properly.
To till around plants or in small areas, the
outside tines can be removed to reduce the
tilling width to approximately 7 inches.
sharpening and will become
WARNING: The tines are self
quite sharp from use. Handle
carefully.
The tines will all wear evenly. If the tines are
being replaced because of wear, we recom-
mend that all four tines be replaced at the
same time. To replace the tines, do the fol-
lowing:
Tine Removal
1. Put the on-off switch in the OFF posi-
tion.
2.
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug.
3.
While wearing gloves, remove the hair-
pins and clevis pins that secure the tine
assemblies to the shaft (see Figure 10).
Remove the tines from one side of the
unit.
Clevis
Pins
Tine Installation
1. Clean and lubricate the tine shaft with a
few drops of oil.
2. Place the inside tine on the tine shaft
and reinstall the clevis pin and hairpin.
3.
When the tines are properly installed, the
letter R will be visible on the outside of
the right tine (see Figure 11). The letter
L will be visible on the outside of the left
tine.
Oil Drain Plug
R
4. Mount the outside tine on the tine shaft
and fasten with the clevis pin and hair-
pin (see Figure 10).
5.
The cutting tips on the outside tines all
bend in toward the inside tine. When as-
sembled correctly, the letter R on the
right side, or L on the left side, will be
visible from the outside of the unit.
Figure 11
Hair Pins Tines Figure 10
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6. Repeat the above steps on the opposite
side of the unit.
NOTE: Make sure the tines are installed
on the correct side of the unit.
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