Craftsman 917.29331 User Manual

Owner's Manual

[RAFTSMAN+

6.0 HP
17 INCH TINE WIDTH

REAR TINE WITH

COUNTER ROTATING TINES

TILLER

Model No

917.293310

• Safety _

• Assembly /_

• Operation I(_._

'"°n enonce/

• Espanol _

• Repair Parts

CAUTION:

Readand followall

Safety Rulesand Instructions

101eforeoperatingthisequipment

_ears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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Service and Adjustments ...................... 1

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J CRAFTSMAI_ TILLER

purchase, when this Craftsman Tiller is maintained, lubr

tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the

Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanshiF

r does not cover:

items which become worn during normal use, such as tines, spark plug.,

belts.

because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crank-

to maintain the equipment according to the instructions con-

tained 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 pumhase.

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, ROEBUCKAND CO., D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179

Storage ................................................. 1

Troubleshooting .................................... 2

!llustratad Parts List .............................. 4

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Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cov_

TRAINING

• 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 outergarments. Wea,
footwear that will improve footing on
slipperysurfaces.

• Handle fuel with care; itis highlyflam-

mable.

• Use an approved fuel container.

• Never addfuel to a running engine or
hot engine.

• Fillfuel tank outdoorswith extreme care
Never fillfuel tank indoors.

• Replace gasoline cap securely and
clean up spilledfuel before restarting.

• Use extensioncords and receptacles as
specifiedby the manufacturer for all

unitswith electricdrivemotors or electri_
startingmotors.

• Never attemptto make any adjustments
while the engine (motor) is running
(except where specifically recommend-
ed by manufacturer).

)PERATION

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 waming of trouble r

Stop the engine (motor) when leaving
the operating position.

Take all possible precautions when leav-

ing the machine unattended. D,isengage

the tines, shift into neutral, and stop the

engine.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
shut off the engine and make certain all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental
starting. Disconnect the cord on electric

motors.

Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust
fumes are dangerous.

Never operate the tiller without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective
devices in place.

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 forward. If this occurs,
let go of the handlebars and do not

restrain the machine.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Keep machine, attachments, and
accessodes 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 cool 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

_pedod.

CAUTION: 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
Califomia to cause cancer, birth defectd, or
other reproductive harm.

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PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 6.0 HP

)ISPLACEMENT: 13.53 CU. IN.

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 3 Quarts

Unleaded Regular

OIL (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30

(Above 40°F)

CAPACITY: 19 oz.) SAE5W-30/IOW-3

(Below40°F)

SPARK PLUG : Champion RJ19LM

GAP: .030") OR J19LM

Congratulations on your purchase of a

Craftsman Tiller. It 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 repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintainyour 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-
reacttools as necessary to insure proper

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail-
able onthis product. Contact your nearest

Sears storefor details.

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
"Maintenance" and =Storage" sections!

this Owner's Manual.

A, WARNING: This unit is equipped wk

an internal combustion engine and shou
not be used on or near any unimproved

forest-covered, brush-covered or grass
covered land unless the engine's exhaus
system is equipped with a spark arrestet

meeting applicable local or state laws (if
any). If a spark arrester is used, it shoul
be maintained in effective working order

the operator.

In the state of California the above is
required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code), Oth
states may have similar laws, Federal

laws apply on federal lands. See your
Sears Authorized Service Center for spa
arrester. Refer to the Repair Parts secti_
of this manual for part number.

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

[epair parts for you when you provide the model number of your tiller.

ENGINE " -

SPARK PLUG MUffLER JJR FILTER GAS CAN 'ENGINE OIL STABILIZER

TILLER PERFORMANCE

TILLER MAINTENANCE

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Your new tiller has been assembled at the

factorywithexception of those parts left
unassembled for shipping purposes. To

ensure safe and proper operation of your
tillerall pads and hardware you assemble
must be tightenedsecurely. Use the cor-

recttoolsas necessary to insureproper

tightness.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socketwrench set will make assembly

easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
(1) Utilityknife

(1) Wire cutter

(1) Tire pressuregauge

(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

RIGHT

OPERATOR'S
POSITION

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

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(2) Handle Locks

(1) Carriage Bolt

3/8-16 UNC x 1Gr. 5

(2) Hairpin Clips i _ _ ]__

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(1) Flat Washer

(_ . 13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga.

Extra Shear Pins & Clips (1) Handle Lock Lever

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(1) Center Locknut

3/8-16 UNC

(1) Cable Clip

(13/)8.P_NB_lt rade 5

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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.

Shift Rod

Assembly

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

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/ Handle Lock

Loosen Handle Lock
Lever to Move

• Insert pivot bolt in front part of plate and
tighten.

• Cut down remaining comers 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 will
make it easier to connect shift rod.

Handle Lock Flat Washer

Gearcase

\

Slot \

Rear Cadddge

• 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
o-n L.H. side of tiller and loosely assem-

ble Iocknut.

22.

Pivot Bolt

Handle Base

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INSERT CABLE CLIP

• Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the
back of handle column. Push cables

into clip.

Handle Column

Cables

Cable 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 with bend of clip on right side.

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.

• Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle.

Separate cardboard cover from leveling
shield.

• Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull

tiller out of carton.

Attach this end to shiftlever -..-......_._..._

_-.-Attach this End To shift _ Shift Rod

Lever Indicator

Shift Lever

• Hairpin ;lip Indicator

Shift ROd

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at
the factory for shipping purposes. Correct

and equal tire pressure is important for
best tilling performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI.
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).

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Thesesymbols mayappearonyourTillerorinliteraturesuppliedwiththe product,

Learnandunder'standtheirmeaning.

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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.

Drive Control Bar

CRWNqI_G ON OFF

Throttle Control

Leveling

Recoil

Starter

Outer Side Shield

Handle

MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

_Our tillers conform to the safety standards ofthe Amedcan National Standards Institute,

DRIVE CONTROL BAR - Used to engage

tines.

DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which

tiller will dig.
OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustab!e to pro-

tect small plants from being buried.
THROTTLE CONTROL - Used tO control

engine speed.

LEVEUNG SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.

SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmissi--
gears.

SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Shows wh
gear the transmission is in.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used

start the 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 spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER
Know how to operate all controlsbefore

adding fuel and oil or attemptingto start
engine.

STOPPING

TINES AND DRIVE

• Release drive control bar to stop move-
ment.

• Move shift lever to =N" (neutral) position.

ENGINE

• Move throttle control to "STOW' position.

if equipped with stop switch, move

switch to "STOP" position.

• Never use choke to stop engine.
Drive Control Bar
"ENGAGED" Position Shift Lever

Bar

=DISENGAGED"

Position

Throttle

TINE OPERATION - WITH WHEEL

DRIVE

• Always release drive control bar before

moving shift lever into another position.

• "13nemovement is achieved by moving
shift lever to ( _ ) 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/TINES
STOPPED

• DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND
TILLER.

• Release the drive control bar.

• Move throttle control to "SLOW" posi-

tion.

• Move shift lever indicator to "R"

(reverse) position.

• 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'nlling
(Cultivating)

Deeptest "1311ing

Depth Stake

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"_"Transport Position

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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

"Locked"

Nut "B"

Outer Side Shield

Position

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TURNING

• Release the drive control bar.

• IViove throttle control to "SLOW" posi-

tion.

• Place shift lever indicator in =P (forward)

position. Tines will not turn.

• 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 ddve control bar and

lower handle. Place shift lever in till
position and move throttle control to de-

sired speed. To begin tilling, hold ddve
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 small plants from
being buried. Loosen nut =A" in slot and

nut "B". Move shield to desired position
(both sides). Retighten nuts.

TO TRANSPORT
_.CAUTION: 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.

• Place shift lever indicator in "P (forward)

position for transporting.

• Hold the drive control bar against the

handle to start tiller movement. Tines

_vill 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.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

shipped, from the factory, already filled
The engine in your unit has been

with SAE 30 summer weight oil.
With engine level, clean area around oil

filler plug and remove plug.

• Engine oil should be to point of overlow-

• ing when engine is level. For approxi-

mate capacity see =PRODUCT SPECI-

FICATIONS" on page 4 of this manual.

All oil must meet A.RI. Service
Classification SF, SG or SH.

• Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten

• For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting (See oil

viscosity chart in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Customer

Responsibilities section in this manual.

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 be!ow 32°F (0°C), use fresh, clean,
winter gPade 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. To avoid engine problems, the

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.

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_CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top
of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow

for fuel expansion, if gasoline is accideno
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

,_.CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in

=DISENGAGED" position when starting en-
gwine.

hen 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.

• Move shift lever indicator to_'N" (neutral)

position.

• Place throttle control in =FAST" position.

• Turn fuel shut-off valve 1/4 turn to OPEN

position. ,,

• Move choke control to 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.

• 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.

NOTE: Awarm engine requires less chok-
ing to start.

• Move throttle control to desired running
positiom

• Allow engine to warm up for a few min-

utes before engaging tines.

Fuel shut-off Choke controls

NOTE: If at a high altitude (3000 feet) or in
cold temperatures (below 40°F), the carbu-

retor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted
for best engine perfomrance. See "1"O

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service
and Adjustments section of this manual.

NOTE: If engine does not start, see trou-
bleshooting points.

TILLING HINTS

_,CAUTION: Until you are accustomed to
handling your tiller, start actual field use
with throttle inslow position (mid-way

between =FAST" and =IDLE').

• Tilling is digging into, turning over, and

breaking up packed soil before planting.

Loose, unpacked soil helps root growth.
Best tilling depth is 4" to 6". Atiller 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.

• Soil 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 untilled 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. To get through a really tough sec-

tion of sod or hard ground, apply upward

pressure on handle or lower the depth

stake.

Rewind start_

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CULTIVATING

Cultivatingisdestroyingtheweeds

betweenrowsto preventthemfrom 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" (2.5-7.5 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.

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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, the 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 sectior

of this manual.

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SCHEDULE

.A,.*E...CE

AS YOU COMPLETE " SERVICE DATES
REGULAR SERVICE

Check EngineOil Level Iv/

Change Engine Oil I_1,,?.

Oil pivot Points II/

Inspect Spark An'ester / Muffler I/ '
Inspect Air Screen Iv#'

Clean or ReplaceAirCleaner Cartridge I_ 2

Clean Engine Cylinder Fins li/

Replace Spark Plug ¥#'

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or k_high ambietlt t_ture_. :
2 - Service more often when operating in dirtyor dusty co_dl_s.

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 Service 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 filter, and
check tines and belts for wear. A new

spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your

engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Checkengine oil level.

• Check tine operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICA-

TION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

"Throttle Control

** Engine

pt_h Stake Pin

_* Leveling

Shield

"_ Hinges

\ * Wheel Hub

* IdlerBracket

* SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL
** REFER TO CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

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Disconnectsparkplug 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.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated

with API service classification SF, SG or
SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

-L_= 0"

°C .30" .20' 20' :210"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-visc0sity oils (5W-

30, 10W-30, etc.) improve starting in cold
weather, these multi-viscosity oils will

result in increased oil consumption when

used above 40°F (4°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 meetAPI

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 spillon tiller,

and catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil drain plug. Be careful not to

allow dirt to enter the engine. F_oreasier

removal of plug use 7/16 12 Pt. socket

with extension.

,, -Tip tiller forward_to drain oil.

• Alter oil has drained completely, replace

oil drain plug and tighten securely.

• Remove oil fill plug.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill tube.

See =CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in

the Operation section of this manual.

• Replace oil fill plug and tighten securely.

Oil
drainPlug

Oil Fill Plug

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a

dirty airfilter. 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 dus_

conditions.

• Remove knob and cover. Lift air cleane;

assembly off stud.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Remove foam pre-cleaner from air filter

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth,

• If very=dirty or damaged, replace pre-

cleaner.

• Reinstall pre-cleaner onto air filter.

• Reinstall cover and secure with knob.
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor. Clean
base carefully to prevent debds from
entering carburetor.

• Remove foam pre-cleaner from air filte=

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. If very dirty or damaged,
replace cartridge.

• Reinstall pre-cleaner onto air filter.

• Reinstall cover and secure with knob.

IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such
as kerosene, are not to be used to clean

the cartridge. They may cause deteriora
tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge.
Do not use pressurized air to clean or dr

cartddge.:

14

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-
bristledbrush.

• Keep cylinder fins, levers, and linkage
free ofdirtand chaff.

Housing

Muffler

MUFFLE R

Do not operate tiller without muffler.Do not
tamper with exhaustsystem. Damaged
mufflersorspark an'asterscould create a
fire hazard. Inspect periodicallyand re-
place if necessary. Ifyour 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 plugsat the beginningof
each tillingseason or after every 50 hours

of use, whichevercomes first. Spark plug
type and gap setting is shown in =PROD-
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 ofthis

manual.

TRANSMISSION

Your transmission is sealed and will only

require lubrication if serviced.
CLEANIN G

• 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.

A, CAUTION: 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 soil.

• First loosen handle lock lever.(Do not
loosen too much or handle locks may

fall out.)

• Handle can be positioned at different

settings between =HIGH" and =LOW"
positions.

• Retighten handle lock lever securely
after adjusting.

Handle (High) Position

Handle Lock Lever

Handle (Low) Position

15

TIRE CARE

CAUTION: When mounting tires, unless
beads are seated, overinflation can cause

an explosion.

• Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. If

_tire w_essures 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.

• Remove wheel and tire.-Repair tire and

reassemble.

_-_ /_,_ BELTTO GUIDES.

Clevis ----- ",\ ff _ _ •
t-m-" _._ \\[_F_ Check belt adjustment as descnbed

\ _--_._"_ _ _ below.
_[ (_%_/j/_../l_tNut "C" _/ ,_k • Replace belt guard.
_._,_'_Nut"D"_'/_' \ ° Repositionwheelandreolaceclevisein

_._":_ )_j_'-Ir_ _'" " _ and hairpin clip.

Screws

TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE

BELT

• Remove belt guard as described in "TO

REMOVE BELT GUARD'.

• Remove old belt by slipping off engine

pulley first then remove from transmis-

sion pulley.

• Place'new belt in groove of transmis-

sion pulley and into engine pulley. BEL',
MUST BE IN GROOVE ON TOP OF

IDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION OF

Belt Guard

and

Washer
(Locatec

Behind

Pin

f GROUNDDR,VEBE'TA U T-

. . -. M_NT ..,

CI,p _ _'_"_-// -For proper belt tensJo'_nlt_h_"_x_t_,_ ''"

Nut"B" _"_'_,= "_"_. '/_f-.. _. spring should have about 5/8 inch stretch

Nut "A"/ umer _ae _nlela follows:'"

TO REMOVE BELT GUARD

NOTE: For ease of removal, remove hair-

pin clip and clevis pin from left wheel. Pull
wheel out from tiller about 1 inch.

•- Remove two (2) screws, one (1) nut and

washer from side of belt guard.

• Pull belt guard out and away from unit.

• Replace belt guard by reversing above

procedure.

Inner Side Sh=eld

_.._ ....... position- This tension can be attained as

' " when drive control bar is in ENGAGED

• Loosen cable clip screw securing the

drive control cable.

• Slide cable forward for less tension and
rearward for more tension until about 5[
inch stretch is obtained while the drive

control bar is engaged.

• Tighten cable clip screw securely.

16

Screw

Engine_

Idler Pulley

Transmission Pulley

TINE REPLACEMENT

_CAUTION: 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.

New "line

Cabl_

• To maintain the superb tilling pedor-
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 rearward

from above.

transmission

Counter"line
Rotation

Sharp Edge

Shear Pin

Hairpin Clip

Sharp Edge

Sharp Edgq

Sharp Edges

17

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement 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 service outlet.
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

• The throttle control has been preset at

the factory and adjustment should not
be necessary. If adjustment is neces-
sary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move remote
throttle control lever to "FAST" position.

• If throttle lever on engine touches high
speed stop, no further adjustment is

necessary. If throttle lever does not
touch high speed stop, continue with
adjustment procedure.

• Loosen cable clamp screw.

• Move throttle lever up until it touches

high speed stop, and hold in this posi-

tion.

• Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been preset at the fac-

tory and adjustment should not be neces-
sary. However, engine performance can
be affected by differences in fuel, tempera.
ture, altitude or load, If the carburetor

does need adjustment, contact your near-
est authorized service center/department

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine govemor, 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 centerldepartment, which has the

proper equipment and experience to make
any necessary adjustments.

Fuel Tank / Clamp

,Screw

and Wire

Control

Lever

18

Immediatelyprepareyourtillerforstorage
atthe endoftheseasonoriftheunitwill

notbeusedfor 30 days or morn.

_.CAUTION: Never store the tiller with

gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or

spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.

TILLER

• Clean entire tiller (See =CLEANING" in
the Maintenance section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in the
Service and Adjustments section of this
manual). -

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance

section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened. Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up atl 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.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizeris an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of

fuel gum depositsduring storage. Add sta-

bilizertOgasoline 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 stabilizerto reach the carbure-

tor. Do notdrain the gas tank and carbu-
retor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL
Drain oil(withengine warm) and replace

with clean oil. (See =ENGINE" inthe

Maintenance section ofthis manual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug.

• Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of oil through

spark plug hole into cylinder,

• Pull starter handle slowly several times

to distribute oil,

• Replace with new spark plug.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season

to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your
gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your unit indoors and
cover it to give protection from dust and

dirt.

• 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.

19

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Will not start

Hard to start

1. Out offuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED"
properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Dirtyair cleaner.

5. Water in fuel.

6. Clogged fuel tank.

7. Loose spark plug wire,

}

8. Bad spark plugor
impropergap.

9. Carburetor out of adjust-

1. Throttlecontrolnot set
properly.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

3. Bad spark plugor
impropergap.

4. Stale or dirtyfuel.

5. Loose spark plugwire.

6. Carburetor out of.

adjustment.

1. Fill fuai tank.

2. Sea "TO START ENGINE" in.the

Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before

: attemptingto start.

4. Clean orreplace air cleaner car
tridge.

5. Drainfuel tank and carburetor,
and refilltank with fresh gasoline.

6. Remove fuel tank and clean.

7. Make suresparkplugwire isseat

i ed propedyon plug.

8. Replace spark plugor adjust gap.

9. Make necessary adjustments.

1. Place throttlecontrolin "FAST"
posil_on.

2. Clean or replaceair cleaner car

tridge.

3. Replace spark plug or adjust gap

4. Drain fuel tank and refillwithfrest
gasoline.

_5. Make suresparkplugwire is sea

ed properlyonplug.

6. Make necessaryadjustrnents.

Loss of power

1. Engine is overloaded.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

3. Low oil leveVdirtyoil.

4. Faulty spark plug.

5. Oi_in fuel.

6. Stale or dirtyfuel.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Clogged fuel tank.

9. Spark plug wire loose.
wire.

10. Dirtyengine air screen.

11. Didy/clocjgedmuffler.

12. Carburetor out of
adjustment.

13. Poor compression.

2O

;1.

Set depthstakeand wheels for

shallowertilling.

2.

Clean or replaceair cleaner car

tridge.

3.

Check oillevel/changeoil.

4.

Clean and regapor change spad,

plug.

5.

Drain and dean fuel tank and
refill, and clean carburetor.

6.

Drain fuel tankand refillwith fresl
gasoline.

7.

Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

and refilltank 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 necessaryadjustments.

13.

Contact an authorized Sears
Service Center/Department.

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORREC_ON

,r

Engineoverheats

Excessivebounce/
difficulthandling

Soil balls up or
clumps

Engine runs but
tiller won't move

Engine runs but
labors when tilling

1, Low oil level/didy oil.

2, Dirty engine air screen.

3. Dirty engine.

4. Partiallypluggedmuffler.

5. Impropercarburetor
adjustment.

1. Ground too dry and hard.

2. Wheels anddepth stake
incorrectlyadjusted.

1. Ground too wet.

1.

"l]necontrolisnot engaged,

2.

V-belt not correctlyadjusted.

3.

V-belt is off pulley(s).

1.

"13ilingtoo deep.

2.

Throttlecontrolnotpropedy
adjusted.

3.

Carburetor outof adjustmenL

1. Check oil le_lal/changeoil.

2. Clean engine air screen.

3. Clean cylinderfins, air screen, muf

: tier area.

4. Remove and clean muffler.

• 5. Adjustcarburetorto richer posi
tion.

1. Moistengroundorwait for more

favorable soilconditions.

2. Adjustwheels and depth stake.

1.

Wait for more favorable soilcondi
tions.

t,

Engage tine control.

2.

Inspec_adjustV-belt.

3.

InspectV-belt.

1.

Set depthstakefor shallower till

ing.

2.

Check throttle controlsetting.

3.

Make necessary adjustments.

21

HANDLES

TILLER - ,,MODEL NUMBER 917.293310

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2

15

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 164743 Throttle,Control
2 141406 Gdp, Handle

3 110673X Grommet, Handle
4 127254X Bar,DriveControl Assembly

5 6712J Cap, Vinyt
6 137119 Panel,Control

7 110641X Bushing,Split
8 71191008 *Screw, Pan Head #10-24

9 72010520 *Bolt,5/16-18 x2-1/2

10 110646X Handle, Grip
11 STD624003 •Clip, Hairpin
12 81328 Bolt, Shoulder
13 110741X Handle,SHift

14 109313x Grommet,Rubber
15 110702X Rod,Shift

16 STD533710 *Bolt,Carriage 3/8-16xl Gr. 5
17 109229X Lock,Handle

11

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30 \

\

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

18

STD541437 *Nut,Centedock 3/8-16

19

19131611 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11Ga.

2O

109228X Lever, Lock,Handle

21

150258 Handle,Assemble

22

165197 Clip, Plastic,Cable

23

86777 Screw,Hex,WasherHd, Slotted

24

9484R Clip

25

73970500 Locknut,Hex, Flange

26

110675X Clutch, Cable

27

STD541025 *Nut, Hsx 1/4-20

28

STD551125 *Washer,Lock1/4

29

STD541462 "Nut,Keps #10-24

3O

150696 Bolt, Pivot

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NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsgivenin U.S. inches.

1inch= 25.4 mm

#10-24 x 1/2

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MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE

$

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30

23

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 STD541431 Nut, Keps 5/16-18

2 STD551137 "Washer,Lock 3/5
3 STD541037 "Nut,Hex 3/8-16

4 165710 Shield,Inner Belt:Guard
5 154734 ScrewShiftLaver

6 110111X Lever, Shift
7 STD532505 *Bolt,Cardage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Gr. 5
8 8700J Ptata, ShiftIndicator

9 86777 Screw,Hex, Washer Head,

Slotted #10-24 x 1/2

10 9484R Clip
11 STD551125 *Washer,Lock 1/4

12 STD541025 *Nut, Hex 1/4-20
13

23230506 *Screw, Set, 5/16-18 x 3/8

14

110652X Spacer,Split .327 x .42 x 2.09

15

STD551031 "Washer 11/32x11116x16Ga.

16

145102 Sheave,Transmission

17

STD541031 "Nut,Hex 5/16-18

19

12000028 Ring, Retainer

21

156117 Spacer,Spilt.327 x .42 x 1.220

23

5015J 1ire

128952 Rim

795R "_reValve

24

KEY

PART

NO.

NO. DESCRIPTION

24

126875X Rivet, Ddlled

25

STD624003 *Clip,Hairpin

26

165501)(558

27

132801

28

104679X '

29

12000032

3O

159229

31

102384X

32

102141X

33

STD523710 *Bolt,Hex 3/8-16 x 1

34

102383X

35

STD523120

36

102331X

37

130812

39

14OO62

42

69180

43

74760544

44

74770508.

45

165504

46

165503

Guard,Belt
Belt,V
Pulley,Idler
Ring, Klip

Bracket,Idler

Bolt, Hex 5/16.16 x 12
Shaft, IdtarArm

Counterweight,L.H.

Bolt,Hex 5/16-18 x 1 112
Bracket,Reinforcement,LH.

Sheave, Engine

Cap, Plunger

Nut Lock#10-24
Bolt,Fin Hex 5/16-18 x2-3/4
Belt,Rn Hex 5/15-24 x 1/2

Nut,JClip #8

Screw Hex Wsh. Hd #8-18 x 1/2

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NOTE: Allcomponentdimensions giveninU.S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

43

MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE

15

13

12

y

11

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 166532 Bumper
2 73970500 Locknut,Hex, Flange 5/16-18

3 STD551031 *Washer 11/32 x 11/16x 16Ga.
4 STD523107 Bolt,Hex 5/16-18x3/4
5 102332X Bracket,Reinforcement
6 STD523120 Bolt,Hex 5/16-18x2

7 102173X CounterWeigh, R.H.
8 STD551137 *Washer, Lock 3/8

9 STD541037 *Nut, Hex 3/8-16

10 74760524 Bolt,Hex 5/'16-18x 1-1/2

/,/

6

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

11 STD624003 *Clip, Hairpin

12 126875X Rivet, Drilled
13 5015.1 _re

128952 Rim
795R Tire Valve

14 STD541431 *Nut, Keps 5/16-18

15 ...... Engine,(See Breakdown)

CraftsmanModelNo.

121432-0124-E1

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NOTE:AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S.inches.

1inch= 25,4mm

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TRANSMISSION

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44

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 165728

2 165729

3 161963

4 5020J
5 1370H

6 137335
7 145101

8 4895H

9 154467
10 7392M
11 100371K
12 106160X

13 142145
14 8353,.I
15 12000039
16 154466

18 4358J
19 12000040

20 102114){

21 102115X
22 6803J

23 102111X
24 STD551143

25 STD541143

27 143009
28 106390X

29 102134X

54

DESCRIPTION

TransmissionAssembly(Includes
Key Nos. 2-52)

Gearcase, L.H. w/Bearing(includes

KeyNo. 4)

Gasket, Gearcese

Beadng,Needle
Washer,Thrust 5/9 _ 1,10 x 1/32

Pinion,Input
Shaft, input

Bearing,Needle
Washer,Seal
Ball, Steel
Spring,Shift,Fork

O-Ring
Arm, Shift

Fork,Shift
Ring,Klip
Shaft,Shift

Washer

Ring,Klip
Gear,Assembly,Reverse Idler

(IncludesKeyNos,21 and 22)
Gear, ReverseIdler

=B_haadng,Needle

ft, Reverse Idler

*Washer, Lock 7/16
*Nut, Hex 7/16-20

Bearing,Shaft, Ground DriveL.H.

Spacer 0,765 x 1.125 x 1.23

Chain #35-50 Pitch

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

30 150737
31 143008
32 106388X
33 102121X
34 102112X

35 102101X
36 154355

37 4422J
38 154356
39 105345X

40 105346X
41 8358,.I
42 4220R
43 106146X

44 155236
48 165732

49 132688
50 106147X

51 17720408

52 STD541031
53 165140

54 17720412

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1 inch= 25.4 mm

GroundShaftAssembly
Bearing,Shaft,GroundDriveR.H.
Spacer 0.70 x 1,00x 1.150

Sprocketand Gear Assembly
Shaft, Reduction(2nd)

• Screw,Whiz, Lock 5/16-18 x 3-1/2
SprocketAssembly w/Beadng

(IncludesKeyNos. 37 and 38)
Baaring, Needle
Sprocket,_ne
Gear,Cluster,Red 1st& 2nd

Gear, Reverse
Sha_ Reduction(1st)

.Washer,Thrust

Spacer 1.01 x 1.75x 0.760
SealAsm. OII

Gearcase, R.H. w/Besring(Include._
Key No. 3)

Shaft,Tins
Chain, Roner #50-50 Pitch
Screw 1/4o20x 1/2

*Nut,Hex 5/16-16

BeadngKit, "RneShaft
Screw1/4-20 x 3/4

Grease, P_Lstiluloe#1

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TINE SHIELD

24 /0=_....

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KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 98000129
2 161415X558
3 8393J

4 12000036

5 STD533107
6 8394J

7 8392J
8 109230X
9 124289X558

10 STD533110

11 STD541031
12 STD551131

13 STD533112
14 124311X
15 161414X558

16 73510400

DESCRIPTION

Nut, Flange 5/16-18
Shield, Side,Outer L. H,

Pin, Stake, Depth

Ring,Klip

*Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 Gr 5

Spring
Bracket,Latch
Spring,DepthStake
Shield,"nne

*Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x I Gr.5
*Nut, Hex 5/16-18

*Washer,_ock 5/16

Bolt,Carriage 5/16-18 x 1-1/4
Bracket,Shieldline

Shield,Side, Outer R.H.
Nut,Hex 1/4-20

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

18

STD532512 *Bolt,Carriage 1/4-20 x1-1/4 Gr. 5

19

102701X Grip

20

STD541037 *Nut, Hex 3/8-t6

21 102156X Stake, Depth
22 74930632 Bolt,Hex 3/8-16x2

23 4440J Hinge
24 STD532505 *Bolt,Carriage 1/4-20x 1/4
25 6712J Cap, Vinyl
26 109227X Pad, Idler

27 102695X558 Shield,Leveling
28 120588X Pin,Hinge

29 124309X558 Shield,Side
30 73970500 Locknut,Hex, Range

31 162175 Nut, WingForgr=Jd5/16-18

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TINE ASSEMBLY

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1

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KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1

4459J

2

132673

3

6554J

4

163552

5

132727

6

73610600

7

STD551137

8

74610616

11

DESCRIPTION

"13ne,Outer, L.H.

Pin,Shear
line, Inner,L.H.

*Clip,Hairpin

Assembly,HubandPlate, L.H.
Nut, Hex 3/8-24
*Washer,Lock3/8
Bolt.Rex 3/8-24 x 1

,t

11

9

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

9 4460J Tine,Outer,R.H.

10 132728 Assembly,Hub and Rate, R.H.

11 6555J "13ne,Inner.R.H.

• STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY
NOTE: AllcomponentdimensionsgiveninU.S. inches.

1inch= 25.4 mm

8

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DECALS

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293310

12 14

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KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 166213 Decal,Logo
2 145023 Decal,Logo

3 166134 Decal,Logo

4 166133 Decal, Description

5 137538 Decal,Caution,DriveControl
6 120431X Decal, Hand Placement

7 102180X Decal, ShiftIndicator
8 157984 Decal,Tine, Shield,Counter RotatingTines

9 120075X Decal, Warning, RotatingTines

10 163094 Decal,Tine DepthStake

11 162215 Decal,Tine, Shield,Warning Dom

12 166138 Decal, Engine
13 166854 Decal, Engine6HP REF
14 167155 Decal,Cm,ftsmanIC

- - 166007 Manual,Owner's (Eng/Span}

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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293310

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432-0124-E1

I 1010 LABEL KIT I

[ 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I

"k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

33 40 ,022_j

619 ,d_

TO INSTALL.. SEE REPAIR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432-0124-E1

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127

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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293310

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432-0124-E1

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3O4

305A_

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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293310

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATI'ON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432-O124-E1

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ENGINE,BRIGGS& STRATTON..- MODEL NUMBER 121432-0124-E1

358 GASKET SET

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51/ 1630 "__!' ;,_

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 121 CARBURETOR KIT

51 163

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TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293310

'ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATFON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432-0124-E1

KEY PART _ " KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 690045 CylinderAssembly 109 693628 Choke Shaft

2 399269 Bushing,Cylinder 110 -- -- tO Washer, Seal (sold In Kit Only)

3 299819 * Seal, Oil 111 262715 SpdngFrictlon(Choks)
5 693643 Head, Cylinder 117 690048 Jet, Main (Standard)

7 273489 &'Jr Gasket, CylinderHead 121 690032 Carburetorkit

11 693647 Tube,Breaker 122 690043 -k Spacer, Carburetor
12 692549 "JrGasket, Crankcase 124 692566 Screw, Carburetor
13 95049 Screw,Cylinder Head 125 693518 Carburetor

15 94916 Plug, OilDrain 127 --- • Plug,Welch (sok:linKit Only)
16 693403 Crankshaft 130 223470 Valve Throttlai

17 498185 Bearing,Ball 131 690024 ShaftThrotUe

18 693204 CovapCrankcase 133 398187 RoatCarburator

20 692550 "JrSeal, Oil 134 398188 • Valve, Needle
21 281658 Cap, Oil Fill 137 -- -- '_• Gasket FloatBawl (Sold In Kit

21A 693463 Cap,Oil FlU Only)

22 692551 Screw,Crankcase Cover 146 94388 Kay,Timing

23 692987 Flywheel 155 225430 Plate,CylinderHead
24 222698 Key, Flywheel 161 693459 Base, AirCleaner
25 499627 PistonAseembl_/(Stcl.) 163 272948 ,•'/r Gasket,AirCleaner

692788 PistonAssembly,.0_0' OiS 176 94905 Screw,Shoulder
692789 PistonAssembly,.020• O/S 186 493496 Connector,Hose

692790 PistonAssembly,.030"O/S 187 298049 Line,Fuel(Cut to Required

26 499631 Ring Set,(Std.) Length)

692785 RingSet, .010"O/S 187A 692601 Line,Fuel (Molded)
692786 RingSet, .020"O/S 188 94644 Screw, ControlBracket
692787 RingSet, .030"O/S 188A 692590 Screw,Shoulder

27 263190 Lock, PistonPin 189 263109 Ball, Rocker/Vm
29 499423 Pin,Piston 209 693710 Spring,Governor

29 690124 Rod,Connecting 211 693710 Spdng,GovernorIdle
30 225279 Dipper,ConnectingRod 219 693578 Gear Governor

32 94699 Screw,ConnectingRod 220 221551 Washer -Thrust
33 499642 Valve, Exhaust _ 222 693405 Bracket,Control

34 499641 Valve,Intake 227 499506 Lever, Governor
35 263149 Spring,Valve 232 693408 Spring,Link,Mechanical

40 93312 Retainer,Valve Governor
45 262679 Tappet,Valva

46 693404 Camshaft RPM Settings Low 1650-1850; High: 3500-3700.
51 692555.1<_z_ Gasket, intake

55 497442 Housing,Rewind Starter -/rIncludedinGasketSet, Ref Number 358.

' 56 498144 Pulley, Starter

58 280399 Rope, Starter • IncludedinCarburetorKit, Ref Number 121.
60 281101 Gdp, StarterRope

65 692608 Screw, Hex. • IncludedinCarburetorGasket Set, Ref Number

65A 94904 Screw,Hex. 977.

75 495659 Washer,Sat

95 94098 Screw, ChokelSIotted A IncludedinValue OverhaulKit, RefNumber
98 398185 Screw, IdlaSpeed _ 1033.

98A 493280 Screws IdleSpeed _r,

104 231371 • Pin, FloatHinge Inches. 1 inch= 25.4 mm
108 223471 Valve, Choka

NOTE: Allcomponentdimensionsare givenin U.S.

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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293310

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432-0124-E1

KEY PART KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

238 263131 Cop, Valve
265 221535 Clamp, Casing
281 693407 Panel, Control

285 692595 Strap, Muffler
300 693593 Muffler,Exhaust

304 693621 Housing,Blower
305 692577 Screw,Panel
305A 690960 Screw,BlowerHousing

306B 692557 Screw,RockerCover3/8" Long

305(3 94786 Screw,RockerCover 7/16" Long

306 693610 Shield,Cylinder
307 94515 Screw, CylinderShield
332 94877 Nut, Flywheel
333 692605 Armature,Magneto

334 94731 Screw, ArmatureMagneto
337 491055 Spark Plug
346 94896 Screw
353 95137 Nut-Hex

354 692575 Nut, Lock

356 398808 Wire, Stop

358 690031 Gasket Set
363 19069 Flywheel Puller

373 692582 Nut, Clip
373A 94907 Nut,Hex.
383 19374 Wrench, SparkPlug
423 94655 Screw,AirCleanerBase
423A 94929 Screw,AirCleaner Base

445 498596 FifferNC Cortddge
455 225457 Cup, Flywheel
456 281503 Retainer,Spdng
459 281505 Pawl, Ratchet

467 493903 Knob,AirCleaner
478 693709 Panel

526 94974 Screw
562 94852 Bolt,Governor Lever
592 231082 Nut, GovernorLever

601 9.30.53 Clamp, Hose

608 497830 Starter,Rewind
613 94706 Screw, MufflerMounting

615 94672 Retainer,Governor
616 692547 Crank, Governor

619 94744 Screw, Cyl.Head Plate
621 396847 Switch,Stop

623 94943 Screw, Shoulder
634 -- -- ._ WacherSold inKit Only)

634A -- -- 4,O Washer(SoldlnK]tOnly)

63s 8o5529 Boot,SparkP_

642 693460 Cover, Air Cleaner

663 692577 Screw,cos_ C_mp

676 393757 Defleet.or,Muffler

689 263073 Spdng, Frtc_an
717 693462 AirCleaner Bracket

741 263157 Gear, lbning
742 692564 Ring, Retaining

743 692566 Gear, Idler
819 6_.598 Screw,MuilierStrap

819A 94914 Screw

830 94993 Screw-Hex.
832 693583 Guard, Muffler
836 94896 Screw,MufflerGuard

836A 692596 Bracket,Muffler

851 493880 Terminal,Cobie
863A 692596 Bracket,Muffler
868 498592 A* Seal, Valve

883 272309 Gasket,Exhaust
957 493988 Cop, FuelTank

958 692586 Valve, Shutoff

961 963598 Screw, AirCleaner Bracket
967 273356 Fiffer,Air Pre-Cleaner

972 692587 Tank, Fuel
975 493640 Bowl,Float
977 690033 Gasket Set, Carburetor
978 273346 A* Gasket,Plate

1005 692592 Fan, Flywheel
1019 690035 LabelKit

1022 273241 A* Gasket,Rockercover
1023 499924 Cover, Rocker

1026 693517 Rod,Push
1029 225246 Arm,Rocker
1033 690034 Kit,Valve Overhaul
1034 281621 Guide, PushROd
1058 273700 Owner'sManual

- - - ReplacementEngine 121432-
0036-E2

ReplacementS/B notavailable
at thistime

RPM Settings Low: 1650-1850; High: 3500-3700.

* Included inGasket Set, Ref Number 358.

• Included in Carburetor Kit, Ref Humber 121.

• Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref Number

977.

A Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref Number

1033.

NOTE: All component dimensions ere given in U.S.
inches. 1 inch= 25.4 mm

55

Fortherepairorreplacementpartsyouneed
delivereddirectlytoyourhome

Call7 am- 7 pro,7 daysaweek

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar piezas con entrega a

domicilio - 1-800-659-7084

For in-house major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-REPAIR

(1-800-473-7274)
Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n 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

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

Imimm_

mmmmmm

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Amenca's Repair Specialists

166007 Rev. 1 11.4.98 TR Printed in U.S.A.