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Owner’s Manual
CRRFTSMRN'
5 5 HP 17 INCH TINE WIDTH
REAR TINE WITH
COUNTER ROTATING TINES
TILLER
Model No.
917.293300
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
. ' : This product has a low amission engine which operates ciiffer> ■-
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engine» read and uhdei^hd this Owner's Manual.. , .
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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Warranty
Safety Rules
Product Specifications
Assembly
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WARRANTY
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER
For two (2) years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Tiller is maintained, lubri'
Gated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the
owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.
This Warranty does not cover:
® Expendable Items which become worn during norma! use, such as tines, spark plugs,
air cleanem and belts.
® Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank*
shafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con^
talned in the owner’s manual.
® If this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this 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.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.. D/817WA. HOFFMAN ESTATES, !L 60179
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TRAINING
o Read the Owner’s Manual carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the equipment. Know
how to stop the unit and disengage the
controls quickly.
® Never allow children to operate the
equipment. Never allow adults to oper
ate the equipment without proper
instruction.
« Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children, and
pets.
PREPARATION
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove all
foreign objects.
» Disengage all clutches and shift into
neutral before starting the engine (mo
tor).
■> Do not operate the equipment without
wearing adequate outer garments. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on
slippery surfaces. ,,
® Handle fuel with care; it is highly flam
mable.
• Use an approved fuel container.
° Never add fuel to a running engine or
hot engine.
<* Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care.
Never fill fuel tank indoors.
* Replace gasoline cap securely and
clean up spilled fuel before restarting.
•» Use extension cords and receptacles as
specified by the manufacturer for al!
units with electric drive motors or electric
starting motors.
« Never attempt to make any adjustments
while the engine (motor) is running
(except where specifically recommend
ed by manufacturer).
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OPERATION
® Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts.
® Exercise extreme caution when operat
ing on or crossing gravel drives, walks,
or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards
or traffic. Do not carry passengers.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the
engine (motor), remove the wire from
the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the
tiller for any damage, and repair the
damage before restarting and operating
the tiller.
«• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or
falling.
® If the unit should start to vibrate abnor
mally, stop the engine (motor) and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
• Stop the engine (motor) when leaving
the operating position.
a Take all possible precautions when leav
ing the machine unattended. Disengage
the tines, shift into neutral, and stop the
engine.
a Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
shut off the engine and make certain all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
the spait plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting. Disconnect the cord on electric
motors.
a Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust
fumes are dangerous.
a Never operate the tiller without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective
devices in place.
a Keep children and pets away.
“ Do not overload the machine capacity
by attempting to till too deep at too fast a
rate.
Never operate the machine at high
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look
behind and use care when backing.
» Never allow bystanders near the unit.
<• Use only attachments and accessories
approved by the manufacturer of the
tiller.
« Never operate the tiller without good vis
ibility or light.
® Be careful when tilling in hard ground.
The tines may catch in the ground and
propel the tiller fonward. If this occurs,
let go of the handlebars and do not
restrain the machine.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
* Keep machine, attachments, and
accessories in safe working condition.
® Check shear pins, engine mounting
bolts, and other bolts at frequent inter
vals for proper tightness to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
« Never store the machine with fuel in the
fuel tank inside a building where ignition
sources are present, such as hot water
and space heaters, clothes dryers, and
the like. Allow the engine to coo! before
storing in any enclosure.
® Always refer to the operator’s guide
instructions for important details if the
tiller is to be stored for an extended peri
od.
AcAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it cannot
contact spark plug in order to prevent acci
dental starting when setting up, transport
ing, adjusting or making repairs,
WARNING
The engine exhuast from this product con
tains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defectd, or
other reproductive harm.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
iORSEPOWER: 5.5 HP
DISPUCEMENT:
13 CU. IN.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears y aintenance Agreement is avail
able on this product. Contact your nearest
Sears store for details.
GASOLINE CAPACITY:
OIL{APi-SF/SG/SH):
(CAPACITY: 20 oz.)
SPARK PLUG :
(GAP: .030")
Congratulations on your purchase of a
Craftsman Tiller, ft has been designed, en
gineered and manufactured to give you the
best possible dependability and perform
ance.
Should you experience any problems you
cannot easily remedy, please contact your
nearest authorized Sears Service
Center/Department. We have competent,
well-trained technicians and the proper
tools to service or rejsair this unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tiller properly. Always
observe the “SAFETY RULES'^.
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 cor
rect tools as necessary to insure proper
tightness.
4 Quarts
Unleaded Regular
SAE30
(Above 32“F)
SAE5W-30
(Below 32°F)
Champion RJ19LM
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
® Read and observe the safety rules.
® Follow a regular schedule in maintain
ing, caring for and using your tiller.
® Follow the instructions under the
“Customer Responsibilities" and “Stor
age” sections of this Owner’s Manual.
WARNING: This unit is equipped with an
internal combustion engine and should not
be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, 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 should be main
tained 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 federal lands. See your
Sears Authorized Service Center for spark
arrester. Refer to the Repair Parts section
of this manual for part number.
ACCESSORIES
These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are also avail
able at most Sears Retail outlets and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can order
repair parts for you when you provide the mode! number of your tiller.
ENGINE
SPARKPLUG
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TILLER PERFORMANCE
TILLER MAINTENANCE
MUFFLER
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BELT
AIR FILTER
TINES
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SHEAR PIN
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ENGINE OIL
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STABILIZER
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ASSEMBLY
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.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
(1) Utility knife
(1) Wire cutter
(1) Tire pressure gauge
(1) Screwdriver
(1) Pair of pliers
(1) 9/16“ wrench
OPERATOR’S POSITION
When right or left hand Is mentioned in
this manual, it means when you are in
the operating position (standing behind
tiller handles).
LEFT
FRONT
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RIGHT
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OPERATOR’S
POSITION
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UNPACKING CARTON
¿CAUTION: Be careful of exposed sta
ples when handling or disposing of carton
ing material.
IMPORTANT When unpacking and
assembling tiller, be careful not to stretch
or kink cables.
® While holding handle assembly, cut
cable ties securing handle assembly to
top frame. Let handle assembly rest on
tiller.
» Remove top frame of carton.
® Slowly ease handle assembly up and
place on top of carton.
® Cut down right hand front and right hand
rear corners of carton, lay side carton
wall down.
® Remove packing material from handle
assembly.
® Separate shift rod from handle assem
bly.
INSTALL HANDLE
* Insert one handle lock (with teeth facing
outward) In gearcase notch. (Apply
grease on smooth side of handle lock to
aid in keeping lock in place until handle
assembly is lowered into position.)
Viewed from r.h. side of tiller
-Handle Assembly
f Handle Assembly
Position
Tighten handle lock
lever to hold
Loosen Handle Lock
Lever to Move
Insert pivot bolt in front part of plate and
tighten.
Cut down remaining corners of carton
and lay panels flat
Lower the handle assembly. Tighten nut
on carriage bolt so handle moves with
some resistance. This will allow for eas
ier adjustment.
Place flat washer on threaded end of
handle lock lever.
Insert handle lock lever through handle
base and gearcase. Screw in handle
lock lever just enough to hold lever in
place.
Insert second handle lock (with teeth
inward) in the slot of the handle base
(just inside of washer).
Raise handle assembly to highest posi
tion and securely tighten handle lock
lever by rotating clockwise. Leaving
handle assembly in highest position wifi
make it easier to connect shift rod.
Handle Lock
Gearcase
Fiat Washer
Handle Lock
ever
Gearcase Notch
Handle Lock
Grasp handle assembly. Hold in "up"
position. Be sure handle lock remains in
gearcase notch. Slide handle assembly
into position.
Rotate handle assembly down, insert
rear carriage bolt first, with head of bolt
on LH. side of tiller and loosely assem
ble locknut.
Rear Cartridge
Bolt
-5®
Pivot Bolt
.ocknut
Handle Base
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INSERT CABLE CUP
® insert plastic cable clip into hole on the
back of handle column. Push cables
into clip.
CONNECT SHIFT ROD
® Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend
into hole of shift lever indicator.
» Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift
rod to secure.
® Insert other end of shift rod into hole in
shift lever.
» Insert second hairpin clip through hole of
shift rod.
REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE
® Adjust handle assemby to lowest posi
tion. Be sure lock lever is tightened
securely.
® Make sure shift lever indicator is in “N"
(neutral) position.
-o Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle.
Separate cardboard cover from leveling
shield.
® Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull
tiller out of carton,
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your unit were overinfiated at
the factory for shipping purposes. Correct
and equal tire pressure Is important for
best tilling performance.
» Reduce tire pressure to 20 PS I.
HANDLE HEIGHT
® Handle height may be adjusted to better
suit operator. (See ‘TO ADJUST HAN
DLE HEIGHT’ in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual).
Attach this end to shift lever
Attach this End To shift
Lever Indicator
Shift Rod Hairpin Clip
V
Shift Rod
Shift Lever
indicator
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These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product.
Learn and understand their meaning.
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TILL1NS FOiWARD NEl/TRAL REVERSE CAUTiON ENGINE ENGINE FAST
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 of vari
ous controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
OR WARNING ON OFF
SLOW
CHOKE FUa OIL Vte*/
STOP I I
Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
DRIVE CONTROL BAR - Used to engage
lines.
DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which
tiller will dig.
LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.
OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to pro
tect small plants from being buried.
THROTTLE CONTROL - Used lo control
engine speed.,
SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission
gears.
SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Shows which
gear the transmission is in.
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to
start the engine.
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting
a cold engine.
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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 the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
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HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER
Know how to operate ail controls before
adding fuel and oil or attempting to start
engine.
STOPPING
TINES AND DRIVE
® Release drive control bar to stop move
ment.
3 Move shift lever to “N” (neutral) position.
STOPPING ENGINE
® Move throttle control to “STOP” position,
if equipped with stop switch, move
switch to “STOP” position.
® Never use choke to stop engine.
Drive Control Bar
“ENGAGED” Position k s Shift Lever
Drive Control Bar
“DISENGAGED”
Position
Throttle Contrdt
TINE OPERATION - WITH WHEEL
DRIVE
e Always release drive control bar before
moving shift lever into another position.
« Tine movement is achieved by moving
shift lever to ( Ш } till position and
engaging drive control bar.
FORWARD - WHEELS ONLY/TINES
STOPPED
• Release drive control bar and move shift
lever indicator to “F” (forward) position.
Engage drive control bar and tiller will
move forward.
REVERSE - WHEELS ONLY^INES
STOPPED
* DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND
TILLER.
» Release the drive control bar,
» Move throttle control to “SLOW” posi
tion,
«I Move shift lever indicator to “R”
(reverse) position.
e Hold drive control bar against the handle
to start tiller movement.
DEPTH STAKE
The depth stake can be raised or lowered
to allow you more versatile tilling and culti
vating, or to more easily transport your
tiller.
Shallowest Tilling
(Cultivating)
Deepest Tilling
Depth Stake
TILLING
® Release depth stake!pin. Pull the depth
stake up for increased tilling depth.
Place depth stake pin in hole of depth
stake to lock in position.
® Place shift lever indicator in till position.
• Hold the drive control bar against the
handle to start tilling movement. Tines
and wheels will both turn.
® Move throttle control to “FAST’ position
for deep tilling. To cultivate, throttle con
trol can be set at any desired speed,
depending on how fast or slow you wish
to cultivate.
IMPORTANT: Always release drive control
bar before moving shift lever into another
position.
Depth Stake Pin
Transport Position
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TURNiNQ
“ Release the drive control bar.
o Move throttle control to “SLOW” posi
tion.
o Place shift lever indicator In “P (forward)
position. Tines will not turn,
o Lift handle to raise tines out of ground.
° Swing the handle in the opposite direc
tion you wish to turn, being careful to
keep feet and legs away from tines.
° When you have completed your turn
around, release the drive control bar and
lower handle. Place shift lever in till
position and move throttle control to de
sired speed. To begin tilling, hold drive
control bar against the handle.
OUTER SIDE SHIELDS
The back edges of the outer side shields
are slotted so that the shields can be
raised for deep tilling and lowered for shal
low tilling to protect smali plants from
being buried. Loosen nut “A” in slot and
nut “B”. Move shield to desired position
(both sides). Retighten nuts.
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
° The engine in your unit has been
shipped, from the factory, already filled
with SAE 30 summer weight oil.
® With engine level, clean area around oil
filler plug and remove plug,
o Engine oil should be to point of overflow
ing when engine is level. For approxi
mate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECI
FICATIONS" on page 4 of this manual.
All oil must meet A.P.I. Service
Classification SF, SG or SH.
® For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting (See oil
viscosity chart In the Customer
Responsibilities section of this manual),
o To change engine oil, see the Customer
Responsibilities section in this manual.
TO TRANSPORT
AcaUTION: Before lifting or transport
ing, allow tiller engine and muffler to cool.
Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gaso
line from fuel tank.
AROUND THE YARD
» Release the depth stake pin. Move the
depth stake down to the top hole for
transporting the tiller. Place depth stake
pin in hole of depth stake to lock in posi
tion. This prevents tines from scuffing
the ground.
o Place shift lever indicator in “F (forward)
position for transporting.
« Hold the drive control bar against the
handle to start tiller movement. Tines
will not turn.
« Move throttle control to desired speed.
AROUND TOWN
® Disconnect spark plug wire.
“ Drain fuel tank.
® Transport in upright position to prevent
oil leakage.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
IMPORTANT; Be very careful not to allow
dirt to enter the engine when checking or
adding oil or fuel. Use clean oil and fuel
and store in approved, clean, covered con
tainers. use clean fill funnels.
ADD GASOLINE
® Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded
gasoline will increase carbon and lead
oxide deposits and reduce valve life.
IMPORTANT; When operating in tempera
tures below 32°F (0°C), use fresh, clean,
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
cold weather starting.
WARNING: Experience indicates that alco
hol blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam
age the fuel system of an engine while in
storage.
fuel system should be emptied before
storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the
gas tank, start the engine and let it run
until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See
Storage section of this manual for addition
al information. Never use engine or carbu
retor cleaner products in the fuel tank or
permanent damage may occur.
To avoid engine problems, the
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A.CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top
of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow
for fuel expansion. If gasoline is acciden
tally spilled, move machine away from
area of spill. Avoid creating any source of
ignition until gasoline vapors have disap
peared.
Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
TO START ENGINE
AcAUTION: Keep tine control in “OFF
position when starting engine.
When starting engine for the first time or if
engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra
pulls of the recoil starter to move fuel from
the tank to the engine.
• Make sure spark plug wire is properly
connected and access cover is com
pletely closed to create proper seal.
® Move shift lever indicator to “N" (neutral)
position.
<* Place throttle control in “FAST” position.
® Turn fuel shut-off valve to “ON” position.
» Push stop switch to “ON" position.
® Move choke control to full “CHOKE”
position. Grasp recoil starter handle with
one hand and grasp tiller handle with
other hand. Pull rope out slowly until
engine reaches start of compression
cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this
point).
® Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not
let starter handle snap back against
starter. Repeat if necessary.
Choke Control
Starter
Handle
To Open;
1/4 Turn
Counter
Clockwise'
Fuel shut-off Valve
if engine fires but does not start, move
choke control to half choke position. Pull
recoil starter handle until engine starts.
When engine starts, slowly move choke
control to “RUN” position as engine
warms up.
Stop
Switch
NOTE: A warm engine requires less chok
ing to start.
® Move throttle control to desired running
position,
« Allow engine to wann up for a few min
utes before engaging tines.
NOTE: If at a high altitude (3000 feet) or
in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the car
buretor fuel mixture may need to be
adjusted for best engine performance.
See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
NOTE: If engine does not start, see trou
bleshooting points.
TILLING HINTS
AcaUTION: Until you are accustomed to
handling your tiller, start actual field use
with throttle in slow position (mid-way
between “FASF and “IDLE”).
® Tilling is digging into, turning over, and
breaking up packed soil before planting.
Loose, unpacked soil helps root growth.
Best titling depth is 4“ to 6". A tiller will
also clear the soil of unwanted vegeta
tion. The decomposition of this veg
etable 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 fur
ther condition the soil.
® Sol! conditions are important for proper
tilling. Tines will not readily penetrate
dry, hard soil which may contribute to
excessive bounce and difficult handling
of your tiller. Hard soil should be mois
tened before tilling: however, extremely
wet soil will “ball-up” or clump during till
ing. Wait until the soil is less wet in order
to achieve the best results. When tilling
in the fall, remove vines and long grass
to prevent them from wrapping around
the tine shaft and slowing your tilling
operation.
® You will find tilling much easier if you
leave a row unfilled between passes.
Then go back between tilled rows. There
are two reasons for doing this. First,
wide turns are much easier to negotiate
than about-faces. Second, the tiller
won’t be pulling Itself, and you, toward
the row next to it.
• Do not lean on handle. This takes
weight off the wheels and reduces trac
tion.
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To get through a really tough section of
sod or hard ground, apply upward pres
sure on handle or lower the depth stake.
CULTIVATING
Cultivating is destroying the weeds
between rows to prevent them from rob
bing nourishment and moisture from the
plants. At the same time, breaking up the
upper layer of soil crust will help retain
moisture in the soil. Best digging depth is
1" to 3" (2.5-7.6 cm). Lower the outer side
shields to protect small plants from being
buried.
» Cultivate up and down the rows at a
speed which will allow tines to uproot
weeds and leave the ground in rough
condition, promoting no further growth of
weeds and grass.
TINE SHEAR PINS
The tine assemblies on your tiller are
secured to the tine shaft with shear pins
(See “TINE REPLACEMENT” in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual).
If the tiller Is unusually overloaded or
jammed, Uie shear pins are designed to
break before internal damage occurs to
the transmission.
® If shear pin(s) break, replace only with
those shown in the Repair Parts section
of this manual.
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check Engine Oil Level
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Change Engine OH
OH Pivot Points
Inspect Spark Arrester / Myffier
inspect Air Screen
Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge
Clean Engirre Cylinder Fins
Replace Spark Plug
1 - Changa more often whan operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.
B - Service more often when operating In dirty or dusty conditions,
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tiller does not cover
items that have been subjected to opera
tor abuse or negligence. To receive full
value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain tiller as Instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your tiller.
All adjustments in the Sen/ice and
Adjustments section of this manual should
be checked at least once each season.
® Once a year you should replace the
spark plug, clean or replace air fitter, and
check tines and belts for wear. A new
spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your
engine mn better and last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level,
e Check tine operation.
• Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See “LUBRICA
TION CHART’).
Idler Bracket * Wheel Hub
* SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL
** REFER TO CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE” SECTION
LUBRICATION CHART
* Throttle Control
Depth Stake Pin
* Leveling
Shield
Hinges
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Disconnect spark plug wire before per
forming any maintenance (except carbure
tor adjustment) to prevent accidental start
ing of engine.
Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of
grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove
fuel from tank before tipping unit for main
tenance. Clean muffler area of all grass,
dirt, and debris.
Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as
contact may cause burns.
^ Refill engine with oil. See “CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in the Operation
section of this manual.
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated
with API service classification SF, SQ or
SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected temperature.
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30,10W-30, etc.) improve starting in cold
weather, these multi-viscosity oils will
result in increased oil consumption when
used above 32°F (0°C). Check your
engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low
on oil.
Change the oil after every 50 hours of
operation or at least once a year if the tiller
is not used for 50 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before start
ing the engine and after each five (5)
hours of continuous use. Add SAE 30
motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil filler
plug securely each time you check the oil
level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Determine temperature range expected
before oil change. All oil must meet API
service classification SF, SG or SH.
® Be sure tiller Is on level surface.
® Oil will drain more freely when warm.
® Use a funnel to prevent oil spill on tiller,
and catch oil in a suitable container.
• Remove drain plug.
• Tip tiller forward to drain oil.
» After oil has drained completely, replace
oil drain plug and tighten securely.
® Remove oil filler plug. Be careful not to
allow dirt to enter the engine.
AIR FILTER
Your engine will not run properly using a
dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner
after every 50 hours of operation or every
season. Service paper cartridge every
100 hours of operation or every season,
whichever occurs first.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty
conditions.
® Loosen air cleaner cover screws.
Remove cover and air cleaner assembly
from base.
» Remove air cleaner asssembly from
inside cover and disassemble.
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
® Wash it in liquid detergent and water,
o Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.
® Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in
clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to
remove excess oil.
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
* Gently tap the flat side of the paper car
tridge to dislodge dirt. Do not wash the
paper cartridge or use pressurized air,
as this will damage the cartridge.
Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged car
tridge.
® Re-assemble retainer on pre-cleaner
and cartridge (screen side of pre-cleaner
toward cartridge pleats). Place assem
bly into cover.
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® Insert tabs on cover into slots in base
and tighten cover screws securely.
AcAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean
cartridge. They may cause deterioration of
the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not
use pressurized air to clean or dry car
tridge.
COOLING SYSTEM
Your engine is air cooled. For proper
engine performance and long life keep
your engine clean.
» Clean air screen frequently using a stiff-
bristled brush.
® Remove blower housing and clean as
necessary.
® Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.
MUFFLER
Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not
tamper with exhaust system. Damaged
mufflers or spark arresters could create a
fire hazard. Inspect periodically and re
place if necessary. If your engine is
equipped with a spark arrester screen
assembly, remove every 50 hours for
cleaning and inspection. Replace if dam
aged. '
SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of
each tilling season or after every 50 hours
of use, whichever comes first. Spark plug
type and gap setting is shown in “PROD
UCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 4 of this
manual.
TRANSMISSION
Your transmission is sealed and will only
require lubrication if serviced.
CLEANING
» Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all
foreign matter.
® Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
® Protect painted surfaces with automotive
type wax. ’
We do not recommend using a garden
hose to clean your unit unless the muffler,
air filter and carburetor are covered to
keep water out. Water in engine can result
in a shortened engine life.
AcAUTION; Disconnect spark plug wire
from spark plug and place wire where it
cannot come Into contact with plug.
TILLER
TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT
Select handle height best suited for your
tilling conditions. Handle height will be dif
ferent when tiller digs into sol!.
® First loosen handle lock lever.
» Handle can be positioned at different
settings between “HIGH" and “LOW”
positions.
0 Retighten handle lock lever securely
after adjusting.
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TIRE CARE
CAUTION: When mounting tires, unless
beads are seated, overinflation can cause
an explosion.
® Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. If
tire pressures are not equal, tiller will
pull to one side.
» Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which
can damage rubber.
TO REMOVE WHEEL
® Place blocks under transmission to keep
tiller from tipping.
® Remove outer side shield by removing
nuts “A” and “B”.
» Remove inner side shield by removing
nuts “C” and “D".
» Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from
wheel.
0 Remove wheel and tire.® Repair tire and
reassemble.
Clevis
Pin
Hairpin
Clip ^
Nut“B'
Nut “A”
Inner Side Shield
Outer Side Shield
TO REMOVE BELT GUARD
NOTE: For ease of removal, remove hair
pin clip and clevis pin from left wheel Puil
wheel out from tiller about 1 inch.
0 Remove two (2) cap nuts and washers
from side of belt guard.
0 Remove hex nut and washer from bot
tom of belt guard (located behind
wheel).
0 Puil belt guard out and away from unit
• Replace belt guard by reversing above
procedure.
Hex Nut and
Washer
(Located
Behind Tire)
Cap Nut
and
Washer
Hairpin Clip and Clevis Pin
TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE
BELT
0 Remove belt guard as described in “TO
REMOVE BELT GUARD".
0 Loosen belt guides “A” and “B” and
also remove stud “C”.
0 Remove old belt by slipping off engine
pulley first then remove from the pulley.
0 Place new belt in groove of transmis
sion pulley and into engine pulley. BELT
MUST BE IN GROOVE ON TOP OF
IDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION OF
BELT TO GUIDES
0 Tighten belt guides “A" and “B” and stud
“C”.
0 Check belt adjustment as described
beiow,
0 Replace belt guard.
0 Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin
and hairpin clip.
GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUST
MENT
For proper belt tension, the extension
spring should have about 5/8 inch stretch
when drive control bar is in "ENGAGED”
position. This tension can be attained as
follows:
0 Loosen cable clip screw securing the
drive control cable.
0 Slide cable forward for less tension and
rearward for more tension until about 5/8
inch stretch is obtained while the drive
control bar is engaged.
0 Tighten cable clip screw securely.
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Engine Pulley
Stud “C
Belt Guide “A’
Cable Clip Screw
Drive Control Cable
Idler Pulley
Transmission Pulley
TINE REPLACEMENT
AcAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear
gloves or other protection when handling
tines.
A badly worn tine causes your tiller to work
harder and dig more shallow. Most impor
tant, worn tines cannot chop and shred
organic matter as effectively nor bury it as
deeply as good tines. A tine this worn
needs to be replaced.
^'Tension
To maintain the superb tilling perfor
mance of this machine the tines should
be checked for sharpness, wear, and
bending, particularly the tines which are
next to the transmission. If the gap
between the tines exceeds 3-1/2 inches
they should be replaced or straightened
as necessary.
New tines should be assembled. Sharp
ened tine edges will rotate reanivard
from above.
Tine
Counter Tine
Rotation
Sharp Edge
Shear Pin
3-1/2“ Max
Hairpin Clip
Hairpin Clip
Sharp Egde
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EmmE
Maintenance, repair, or replaceent of the
emission control devices and systems,
which are being done at the customers
expense, may be performed by any non
road engine repair establishment or indi
vidual. Warranty repairs must be per
formed by an authorized engine manufac
turer's sercie outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLF CONTROL
CABLE
^ Loosen cable clamp screw to allow
cable to move.
o Move throttle control lever on upper han
dle to “FAST position.
° Pull throttle cable out to end of travel
® Hold cable in this position and tighten
clamp screw securely,
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has a high speed jet and
has been preset at the factory and adjust
ment should not be necessary. However,
minor adjustments may be required to
compensate for differences In fuel, temper
ature, altitude or load. If the carburetor
does need adjustment, proceed as follows.
IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT
® To adjust idle RPM, rotate throttle link
age counterclockwise and hoid against
stop while adjusting idle speed adjusting
screw to obtain 1750 RPM. Release
throttle linkage.
ACCELERATION TEST
® Move throttle control lever from “SLOW”
to "FAST” position. If engine hesitates
or dies, turn needle valve out (counter
clockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and
continue to adjust, if necessary, until
engine accelerates smoothly.
High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do
not adjust or damage may result.
IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the en
gine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed, overspeeding the
engine above the factory high speed set
ting can be dangerous. If you think the
engine-governed high speed needs adjust
ing, contact your nearest authorized ser
vice center/department, which has the
proper equipment and experience to make
any necessary adjustments.
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Immediately prepare your tiller for storage
at the end of the season or if the unit will
not be used for 30 days or more.
AcAUTION: Never store the tiller with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spari<. Allow the engine to coo! before
storing In any enclosure.
TILLER
o Clean entire tiller {See "CLEANING” in
the Customer Responsibilities section of
this manual).
8 Inspect and replace belts, if necessary
(See belt replacement instructions in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual).
o Lubricate as shown in the Customer
Responsibilities section of this manual.
® Be sure that ali nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
® Touch up all rusted or chipped paint sur
faces: sand lightly before painting.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential fuel
system parts such as the carburetor, fuel
filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage,
also, experience indicates that alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam
age the fuel system of an engine while in
storage.
» Drain the fuel tank.
» Start the engine and let it run until the
fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
® Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.
8 Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta
bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio
found on stabilizer container. Run engine
at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer
to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbure
tor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbu
retor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean oil. (See “ENGINE" in the
Customer Responsibilities section of this
manual).
CYLINDER
» Remove spark plug.
8 Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of oil through
spark plug hole into cylinder.
8 Puli starter handle slowly several times
to distribute oil.
8 Replace with new spark plug.
OTHER
8 Do not store gasoline from one season
to another.
8 Replace your gasoline can if your can
starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.
8 If possible, store your unit indoors and
cover it to give protection from dust and
dirt.
8 Cover your unit with a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moisture. Do
not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe
which allows condensation to form and
will cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: Never cover tiller while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.
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PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Will not start
Hard to start
1. Outoffiiei.
2. Engine not “CHOKED"
property.
3, Engine flooded.
4. Dirty air cleaner.
5. Water in ftjel.
6. Clogged fuel tank.
7. Loose spark plug wire.
8. Bad spark plug or
improper gap.
9. Carburetor out of adjust'
ment.
1. Throttle control not set
property.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Bad spark plug or
improper gap.
4. Stale or dirty fuel.
5. Loose spark plug wire.
6. Carburetor out of.
adjustment.
1. Fill ftjel tank.
2. See TO START ENGINE" in.the
Operation section.
3. Wait several minutes before
attempting to start.
4. Clean or replace air cleaner car
tridge.
5, Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
and refill tank with fresh gasoline.
6, Remove fuel tank and clean.
7, Make sure spark plug wire is seat
ed properly on plug.
8. Replace spark plug or adjust gap.
9. Make necessary adjustments.
1. Place throttle control in "FAST
position.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner car
tridge.
3, Replace spark plug or adjust gap.
4. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh
gasoline.
5, Make sure spark plug wire is seat
ed properly on plug.
6. Make necessary adjustments.
Loss of power
1. Engine is overloaded.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Low oil level/dirty oil.
4. Faulty spark plug.
5. Oil in fuel.
6. Stale or dirty fuel.
7. Water in fuel.
8. Clogged fuel tank.
9. Spark plug wire loose,
wire.
10. Dirty engine air screen.
11. Dlrty/clogged muffler.
12. Carburetor out of
adjustment.
13. Poor compression.
1. Set depth stake and wheels for
shallower tilling.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner car
tridge.
3. Check oil levei/change oil.
4. Clean and regap or change spark
plug.
5. Drain and clean fuel tank and
refill, and clean carburetor.
6. Drain fuel tank and refitt with fresh
gasoline.
7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor,
and refill tank with fresh gasoline.
8. Remove fuel tank and clean.
9. Connect and tighten spark plug
10. Clean engine air screen.
11, Clean/replace muffler.
12. Make necessary adjustments.
13. Contact an authorized Sears
Service Center/Department.
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PROBLEM 1 CAUSE |
Engine overheats
1
1. Low oil level/dirty oil.
2. Dirty engine air screen.
3. Dirty engine.
4. Partially plugged muffler.
5. Improper carburetor
adjustment.
CORRECTION
1. Check oil level/change oil.
2. Clean engine air screen.
3. Clean cylinder fins, air screen, muf
tier area.
4. Remove and clean muffler.
5. Adjust carburetor to richer post
tion.
EKcessive bounce/ I 1. Ground too dry and hard,
difficult handling
Soil balls up or 1 1. Ground too wet,
clumps 1
Engine runs but
tiller won’t move
Engine runs but
labors when tilling
I
1 2. Wheels and depth stake
1 incorrectly adjusted.
1. Tine control is not engaged.
2. V-be!t not correctly adjusted.
3. V-belt is off pulley(s).
1. Tiiiing too deep.,
2. Throttie control not properly
adjusted.
3. Carburetor out of adjustment
1. Moisten ground or wait for more
favorable soil conditions.
2. Adjust wheels and depth stake.
1. Wait for more favorable soil condi
ions.
1, Engage tine control
2, inspect/adjust V*beit.
3, inspect V-belt
1. Set depth stake for shallower till
ing,
2. Check throttle control setting.
3. Make necessary adjustments.
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HANDLES
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300
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V, ■ .'^
PART DESCRIPTION KEY
KEY
NO.
NO.
148583
1
141406 Grip, Handle
2
3 110673X
4 127254X Bar, Drive Control Assembly
6712J Cap, Vinyl •
5
137119
6
110641X
7
7119100B •Screw, Pan Head #10-24
8
72010S2O
9
110646X
10
STD624003
11
12
81328
110741X Handle, Shift
13
109313X
14
110702X
15
STD533710
16
109229X
17
Throtlie, Control
Grommet, Handle
Panel, Control
Bushing, Split
•Bolt, 5/16-18 X 2-1/2
Handle, Grip
•Clip, Hairpin
Bolt, Shoulder
Grommet, Rubber
Rod, Shift
•Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5
Lock, Handle
PART
NO.
NO.
18 STD541437
19 19131611
20 109228X
21
150258
22
121145X
23
86777
24
9484R Clip
25
73970500
26
110675X
27
STD541025
28
STD551125
29 STD541462
30 104164X
31 150696
■ STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY
NOTE: Al! component dimensions given in U S inches.
1 inch = 25 4 mm
DESCRIPTION
•Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16
Washer 13/32x1 x11 Ga
Lever, Lock, Handle
Handle, Assemble
Clip, Plastic. Cable
Screw, Hex, Washer Hd, Slotted
#10-24 X1/2
Locknut, Hex, Flange
Clutch, Cable
•Nut, Hex 1/4-20
•Washer, Lock 1/4
*Nut,Keps #10-24
Tie, Cable
Bolt, Pivot
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300
MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE
KEY
NO.
1
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
19
20
21
22
23
PART
NO.
STD541431
STD551137
2
STD541037
3
74930568
4
154734
5
110111X
6
STD532505
7
8700J
8
86777
9
9484R
STD551125
STD541025
23230506
120938X
STD551031
145102
STD541031
12000028
110653X
145216
104214X
S015J
128952
79SR
DESCRIPTION
Nut, Keps 5/16-18
•Washer, Lock 3/8
•Nut, Hex 3/8-16
Bolt, Hex »16-18x4-1/4
Screw Shift Lever
Lever, Shift
•Boit, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Gr
5
Plate, Shift indicator 31
Screw, Hex, Washer Head, 32
Slotted #10-24x1/2
Clip
•Washer, Lock 1/4
*Nut, Hex 1/4-20
'Screw, Set, 5/16-18x3/8
Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x
2.68
•Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.
Sheave, Transmission
•Nut, Hex 5/16-18
Ring, Retainer
Guard, Pinch Point
Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x
1.688
NuL Cap 5/16-18
Tire
Rim
Tire Vaive
KEY
NO. NO.
24
•STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S, Inches.
PART
126875X
25 STD624003
131159X574
26
27 132801
10467ЭХ
28
12000032
29
15Э22Э
30
102384X
102141X
STD523710
33
34 10238ЭХ
74760524
35
102331X
36
37 130812
145822
38
140062
39
19111610
41
151004
42
69180
43
164173
44
1 inch = 25.4 mm
DESCRIPTION
Rivet, Drilled
•Clip, Hairpin
Guard, Belt
BeiLV
Pulley, idler
Ring, Klip
Bracket, idler
BolLHex 5/16-16x12
Shaft, Idler Arm
•BolLHex 3/8-16x1
Counterweight, L.H.
BolLHex 5/16-18x1 1/2
Bracket, Reinforcement, LH.
Sheave, Engine
Stud, Guard Belt
Cap, Plunger
Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.
Spacer
Nut Lock #10-24
Beit Keeper
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TILLER
MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE
MODEL NUMBER 917.293300
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1
STD541431
102332X
2
74760S24
3
102173X
4
STD551137
5
6 STD541037
7 STD624003
8 126875X
9 5015J
128952
795R
II i \ ' M
" ' ' V -f s Xv
H Iv u - r
'■'• 'i/'l *’ W _ ''Xs''
U'' vt-v^X'^, ( .• 1V) > __ i ''
y r ^
Cl'"
■^5
t
■'X X \
HS-f
S_ ''.
__
DESCRIPTION
•Nut, Keps 5/16-18
Brackef, Rainforcement
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x1-1/2
Counterweight, R.H.
*Washer, Lock 3/8
•Nut, Hex 3/8-16
*C!lp, Hairpin
Rivet, Dried
Tire
Rim
Tire Valve
KEY PART
NO.
10
11
12 84906
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NOTE; Ail component dimensions given in U.S.inches.
'X" J'a'if ~ ~ - i
^ "'X./* l4~ * ® = « J
S'. .4,-*=4 '
if' ' ‘
4' 'VXT-V''
^
DESCRIPTION
NO.
Engine, (See Breakdown)
Briggs & SirBtton(IP) Mode! No.
134402,
Type No. 1113-E1
221535 Clamp
Screw
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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TRANSMISSION
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 154354
2 150698
3 10S211X
4 5020J
5 1370H
6 137335
7 145101
8 4895H
9 154467
10 7392M
11 100371K
12 106160X
13 142145
14 8353J
15 12000033
16 154466
18 4358J
19 1200004D
20 102114X
21 102115X
22 6803J
23 102111X
24 STD551143
25 STD541143
27 143009
DESCRIPTION
Transmission Assembly
{Includes Key Nos. 2-52)
Gearcase, LH. w/Bearing
(Includes Key No. 4)
Gasket, Gearcase
Bearing, Needle
Washer,Thrust 5/8xi.iox
1/32
Pinion, Input
Shaft, Input
Bearing, Needle
Washer, Seal
Ball, Steel
Spring, Shift, Fork
0-Ring
Arm, Shift
Fork, Shift
Ring, Klip
Shaft, Shift
Washer
Ring, Klip
Gear, Assembly, Reverse Idler
(includes Key Nos. 21 and 22)
Gear, Reverse Idler
Bearing, Needle
Shaft, Reverse Idler
•Washer, Lock 7/16
•Nut, Hex 7/16-20
Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive
LH,
106S90X
28
29
102134X Chain #35-50 Pitdi
150737 Ground Shaft /Assembly
30
31
143008 Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive
32 106388X Spacer 0.70x1.00x1,150
33
102121X
34
1D2112X
102101X
35
36
154355 Sprocket /tesembly w/Bearing
37 4422J Bearing, Needle
38
154356
105345X Gear, Cluster, Red 1st & 2nd
39
40
105346X
41
835BJ
42 4220R
43 106146X Spacer 1.01 X 1.75x0,760
44 155236 Seal Asm. Oil
48 150700 Gearcase, R.H. w/Bearing
49 132688
50 106147X Chain, Roller #50-50 Pitch
51
17720408
52 73220500 •Nut. Hex 5/16-18
53 122204X
..
6066J Grease, Piastilube #1
* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY
NOTE: Ail component dimensions given in U.S.lnches.
11nch = 25,4 mm
Spacer 0.765x1.125x1.23
R.H.
Sprocket and Gear Assembly
Shaft, Reduction (2nd)
Screw, Whiz, Lock 5/16-18 x 3-
1/2
(Includes Key Nos, 37 and 3)
Sprocket, fine
Gear, Reverse
Shaft, Reduction (1st)
Washer, Ttirust
(Includes Key No, 8)
Shaft, Tine
Screw 1/4-20 X1/2
Bearing Kit, Tine Shaft
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TINE SHIELD
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300
KEY
PART
NO. NO.
1 98СЮ012Э
161415X574
2
8393J Pin, Stake, Depth
3
4 12000D36
STD533107
5
6
8394J
7
B392J
8 109230X
9 124289X574
10 STD533110
STD541031 *Nut, Hex 5/16-18
11
12 STD551131
72110510
13
124311X Bracket, Shield Tine
14
161414X574 Shield, Side, Outer R,H.
15
73510400
18
DESCRIPTION
Nut, Range 5/16'18
Shield, Side, Outer L H.
Ring, Klip
‘Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x ^4 Gr
5
Spring
Bracket, Latch
Spring, Depth Stake
Shield, Tine
•Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1 Gr. 5
‘Washer, Lock 5/16
Boll, Carriage 5/16-18x1-1/4
Nut, Hex 1/4-20
KEY
NO.
* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY
NOTE: All component dimensions given In U,S. inches
PART
DESCRIPTION
NO.
17 162175
18
STD532512 ‘Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20x1-1/4
19 102701X Grip
20
STD541037
21 102156X
22
74930632
23
4440J
24
72140404
6712J
25
26 10Э227Х Pad, Idler
102695X574
27
28 1205B8X
124309X574
29
30 73970500
Nut, Wing Forged 5/16-18
Gr. 5
*Nut,Hex 3/8-16
Stake, Depth
Bolt. Hex 3/8-16x2 .
Hinge
‘Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20x1/4
Cap, Vinyl
Shield, LeveHng
Pin, Hinge
Shield, Side
Locknut, Hex, Range
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TINE ASSEMBLY
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300
iff * Om*. T rfi
KEY PART DESCRIPTION
3.1NO.
4469J Tine. Outer. LH.
2
132673
3 6554J nne, inner, LH,
STD624008
4
132727
5
6 73610600 Nut, Hex 3/8-24
STD5S1137 •Washer, Lock 3/8
7
8 74610616
Pin, Shear
•Clip, Hairpin
Assembly, Hub and Plate, L.H,
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24x1
KEY
PART
NO.
NO.
9
4460J Tine, Outer, R.H
10 132728
11
6555J Tina, Inner, R.H.
* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY
NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S, Inches.
11nch = 25.4 mm
DESCRIPTION
Assembly, Hub and Plate. R.H.
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DECALS
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300
PART
KEY
NO.
NO.
15809B Decal, Logo
1
2 157931
3 157990
1579B4
4
13753B
5
120431X
6
102180X
7
147592
8
163094
9
120075X
10
162215
11
..
163158
--
163159
DESCRIPTION
Decal, Logo
Decal, Logo
Decal, Description
Decal, Caution, Drive Control
Decal, Hand Placement
Decal, Shift Indicator
Decal, Operation and Lubrication
Decal, Depth Stake
Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines
Decal, Tine Shield Wmg Dom
Manual, Ovmer’s (English)
Manual, Owner's (Spanish)
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ENGINE, BRIGGS & ST>^ATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. tllS-EI
tI- requires special tools a
TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL 337
c:i\ 11
52^-^ 1 ^ 871
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300
ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 134402. TYPE NO. 1113-E1
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300
ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1113-El
0,s
m 634 634A
977 CARBURETOR
GASKET SET
31
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If
^ iSl /55»,
'W',
121 CARBURETOR KIT
137 634A 634
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER S17.293300
ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON ■ - MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1113-El
SS9
32
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356
....
LABEL KIT
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TILLER - - MODEL MUMBER 917.293300
ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1113-El
KiY
NO.
495133
1
2 399268
3 289818
214040
5
272157
7
8 485774
9 27548
94621
10
11 66578
12 270080
270125
270126
94221
13
13A 94915
14 94679
15 94916
16 492088
94388 Crankshaft Gear Key
18 494044
495660
19
29460B Seal, OH
20
281658 Plug, OH Fill
21
399195
21A
94980
22A 94917
399673
23
222698
24
393819
25
393820
393821
393822
399067
26
399014
399015
399016
26026
27
298909
28
298908
299430
29
390459
225183
30
94699
32
33
211119
261044 Valve, Intake
34
PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
Cylinder Assembly
Bushing
* Seal, Oil
Head, Cylinder
KEY
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
PART
35 260552 Spring, Intake Valve
36
37
26478
222443
Spring, Exhaust Valve
Guard, Flywheel
40 225257 Retainer, Spring
* Gasket, Cylinder Head 45 260642 Tappet, Valve
Breather Assembly 46 214726
* Gasket, Breather
Screw, Breather Mounting
Grommet
• Gasket, Crankcase, „015” Thick
{Standard)
• Gasket, Crankcase, ,005" Thick
51 272295 ’ Gasket, Carburetor
52 272585 * Gasket, intake Port
53 94923
54 94706
55 497442 Housing, Rewind Starter
56
498144 Pulley, Starter
* Gasket, Crankcase, ,009* Thick
Screw, Cylinder Head 2-5/16
58 280399 Rope, Starter
Stud, Cylinder Head
Screw, Cylinder Head 2-15/32
Plug, Oil Drain, 1/4" Standard,
Square Head
Crankshaft
59 396892 Insert, Starter Handle
60 393152 Handle, Rewind Starter
65 94686
73 225175 Screen, Rotating
75 495659
Cover, Crankcase
Bushing
95 94098
98 398185 Screw, idle Adjusting
Gear, Cam
Screw, Torx", Hex
Screw, Hex Head
(Includes Rewind Spring)
(Cut to Required Length)
Screw, Starter Mounting
Washer Kit
Screw, Round Head
98A 493280 Screw Assembly,
Speed Adjustment
Plug, Ol! Fill (For High Oil Rll
Hole)
Screw, Crankcase Cover
Mounting
Stud, Hex Head,
Crankcase Cover Mounting
Rywhee!
Key, Rywheel
Piston Assembly, Standard Size
Piston Assembly, .010" Oversize
Piston Assembly, ,020" Oversize
Piston Assembly, ,030” Oversize
Ring Set, Standard Size
Ring Set, .010" Oversize
Ring Set, .020’ Oversize
Ring Set, .OSO’OOversize
Lock, Piston Pin
Pin, Piston, Standard Size
Pin, Piston, .005" Oversize
Rod, Connecting
Rod, Connecting, .020"
Undersize Crankpin Bore
Dipper, Connecting Rod
Screw, Connecting Rod
Vaive, Erdiaust
104
108 224783 Valve, Choke
111 262820
116
121 498260
124
125
127
130 223470
131 493556
133 398187
134 398188
137
NOTE:
—
* Pin, Hinge (Sold in Kit Only)
Spring, Lever
...
* Gasket, Sealing (Sold in Kit
Only)
Carburetor Kit
94920 Screw, Torx“, Hex
498599
Carburetor
‘ Plug, Welch
Valve, Throttle
Shaft. Throttle
Float, Carburetor
• Vaive, Wet (Includes Seat)
- _
*
Included in Gasket Set (495661)
*■
Included in Carburetor Kit (498260)
*
Included in Carburetor Gasket Set (498261)
•
Included in Valve Overhaul Gasket Set (490531)
* Gasket, Bowl (Sold in Kit Only)
Ai! component dimensions given in U,S. inches
11nch = 25.4 mm
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293300
ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 134402, TYPE NO. 1113-El
KEY PABT
NO.
141
159
163
164
165
182
184
185
187
1B7A
188
200
NO,
498593
280B71
272537
281247
94692
224669
94905
94010
298049
495218
94895
223886
201 262865
262283
209
494845
219
220 221551
494899
222
496082
227
94927
230
260585
232
221535
265
94906
2B7
284 94929
494562
300
497018
304
94786
305
224820
306
307 94680
224740
308
332 94877
397358
333
93414
335
802592
337
94B96
346
493521
347
495135
356
356A
358
495118
495661
363 19069
94908
373
8983B
383
281190
429
445 494511
225121
455
281503
456
459 281505
263073
515
271485
524
231818
528
492B89
535
231079
552
94907
562
231978
592
DESCRIPTION
Shaft, Choke
Support, Air Cleaner
Gasket, Air Cleaner
Manifold, Intake
Nut, Wing
Bracket, Fuel Tank
Screw, Hex Head
Nut, Hex
Line, Fuel (11" Long, Cut to Suit)
Line, Fuel, Molded
Screw, Shoulder
Guide, Air
Link
Spring, Governor
Gear, Governor
Washer, Thmst
Bracket, Control
Lever Assembly, Governor
Washer, Governor Lever
Spring, Link
Clamp, Casing
Screw, Slotted Hex
Screw, Hex Head
Muffler, EJdiaust
Housing. Blower
Screw, Hex
Shield, Cylinder
Screw, Hex Head, Cylinder
Shield
Cover, Cylinder Head
Nut, Rywheel
Amnature, Magneto
Screw, Armature
Plug, Spark
(1"7/B” High, 48mm, Resistor
T^s)
Screw, Hex Head, Sems
Switch, Stop
Wire, Stop (Armature to Switch)
Wire, Stop (Stop Svritch to
Ground)
Gasket Set
Puller, Flywheel
Nut, Hex
Wrench, Spark Plug
Cover, Spark Plug
Filter, Air
Cup. Flywheel
Retainer, Spring
Pawl, Ratchet
Spring, Friction
* Seal, Oil Fill
Tube, Breather
Filler, Air
Bushing, Governor Crank
Bolt, Governor Lever
Nut, Hex
KEY
NO. NO.
601
608
611
614
616 495243
623
634
634A
PART
DESCRIPTION
93053 Clamp, Hose, Green
93807
497830
494451
Clamp, Hose, Black
Starter, Rewind
Connector, Fuel Line
93306 Pin, Cotter
Crank, Governor
94943
...
...
Screw, Shoulder
Seal, Shaft (Sold in Kit Only)
Seal, Choke Shaft (Sold in lOt
Only)
635 66538
642 281188
93343 Screw. Sems
663
495074
676
262992
741
Uses:
494903
832
280149
843
843A 280643
493880
851
494904
864
869 211787
870 263094
871 262001
63709
272309 ’ Gasket, Exhaust
883
955 497610
Elbow, Spark Plug
Cover, Air Cleaner
Deflector Assembly
Gear, Timing
943BB Key, Woodruff
Guard, Muffler
Sleeve, Lever
Sleeve, Lever
Terminal, Cable
Flange, Muffler
Seat, Intake Valve
Seat, Exhaust Valve, Cobalite"
Guide, Exhaust Valve
Guide, Intake Valve
Screw, Fuel Boviii, Standard
493869 Screw, Fuel Bowl, High Altitude
957 49398B
Cap, Fuel Tank
958 494769 Valve, Shut-Off
494902 Base, Air Cleaner
966
969 94872
971 94727
495345
972
493640
975
977
498261
Screw, Hex Head
Screw. Hex Head
Tank, Fuel
Bowl, Float
Gasket Set, Carburetor
978 273326 * Gasket Cover
979 494807
982 94658
984
224746
1036
499348 Label Kit, Emission
1095 498531
2500 134402-0113
—
495952 Replacement Shortblock
»
Included In Gasket Set (495661)
«
Included in Carburetor Kit (498261)
*
Included in Carburetor Gasket Set (490937)
*
Included in Valve Overhaul Gasket Set (498531)
Cover, Oil Gard
Screw, OH Gand‘ Cover
Bracket, Indicator Light
Gasket Set, Valve Overhaul
Replacement Engine
NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
11nch = 25.4 mm
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domicilio -1-800-659-7084
For in-house major brand repair service
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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Para pedir servicio de reparación a
domicilio —1-800-676-5811
For the location of a Sears Parts and
Repair Center in your area
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1-800-488-1222
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For information on purchasing a Sears
Maintenance Agreement or to inquire
about an existing Agreement
Call 9 am ~ 5 pm, Monday-Saturday
1-800-827-6655
When requesting service or ordering
parts, always provide the following
information:
* Product Type • Part Number
«Model Number •> Part Description
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163158 Rev. 7 2.17.98 TR
Printed in U.S.A.
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