Craftsman 917.293320 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

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6.5 HP

19 INCH TINE WIDTH
REAR TINE WITH
DUAL ROTATING TINES

TILLER

Model No.

917.293320

Safety
Assembly
Operation

Maintenance
Español
Repair Parts

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CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty.......................................;..

Safety Rules..............................

Product Specifications

Assembly

Operation

Maintenance....................................

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.....................2 Storage.........................................

.....................4 Troubleshooting

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3 & 8

13

Service and Adjustments....

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Illustrated Parts List

Parts Ordering............................

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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

cated, 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 normal use, such as tines, spark plugs,

air cleaners and belts.

• Repairs necessary because of opbrator abuse or negligence, including bent crank
shafts and the failure 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 purchase.

Warranty sen/ice 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, IL 60179

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SAFETY RULES

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 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 all

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).

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.

• Take all possible precautions when leav

ing the machine unattended. Disengage
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 (such as wheel weights, counter
weights, cabs, and the like).

• 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 Innk 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 peri

od.

^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
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIRCATIOKS

40RSEP0WER:

DISPLACEMENT:

GASOLINE CAPACITY:

OIL(APt-SF/SG/SH):
(CAPACITY: 19 oz.)

SPARK PLUG: Champion RJ19LM

(GAP: .030“) ORJ19LM

Congratulations on your purchase of a
Crafteman 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 reme<fy, 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 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.

6.5-HP

12.48 CU. IN.
(206 CC)
3 Quarts

Unleaded Regular
SAE 30 .

(Above 40"F)
SAE5W-30/10W-30

(Below 40'’F)

Use the correct tools as necessary to
insure proper tightness.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is avail
able on this product. Contact your nearest
Sears store for 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
"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 Sen/ice Centers. Most Sears Stores can order

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

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG

TILLER PERFORMANCE

TILLER MAINTENANCE

MUFFLER AIR FILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL

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BELT

TINES SHEAR PIN HAIRPIN CUP

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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

RIGHT

OPERATOR’S
POSITION

UNPACKING CARTON

AcaUTION: Be careful of .exposed sta
ples when handling or disposing of carton
ing material. .
IMPORTANTiWhen unpacking and
assembling tiller, be careful not to stretch
or kink cables.

• White 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 as¿em-

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

■UP' 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 cariiage 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

Gearcase

Flat Washer

Handle Lock

ever

Grasp handle assembly. Hold in “up”

posINon. 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 L.H. side of tiller and loosely assem
ble locknut.

Rear Cartridge
Bolt

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Pivot Bolt

Handle Base

INSERT CABLE CUP

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

Attach this end to shift iever

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Attach this End To shift

Lever Indicator

Shift Rod

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 rinht side.

REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATL

• 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.

Hairpin Clip Shift Lever

I (indicator

Shift Rod

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).

OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product.

Learn and understand their meaning.

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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.

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CAUTION ENOM£ ENGINE

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Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

DRIVE CONTROL BAR - Used to engage

tines.

DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which

tiller will dig.

OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to pro

tect small plants from being buried.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.

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.

DRAG STAKE - Controls forward speed.

In forward rotating till mode.

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 starling 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 controls before

adding fuel and oil or attempting to start

engine.
STOPPING
TINES AND DRIVE

• Release drive control bar to slop move
ment.

• Move shift lever to “N” (neutral) position.

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^

Shift
Lever

Shallowest Tiling

Transport
Position

Deepest Tiling

Depth Stake

DRAG STAKE
The drag stake should be raised when till
ing in the counter rotating (^)till position.
The drag stake should be lowered when
tilling in the forward rotating (3)till position.

Lowered-

Drive Control Bar

-DISENGAGED'
Position

Throttle

Control

TINE OPERATION - WITH WHEEL

DRIVE

• Always release drive control bar before

moving shift lever into another position.

• Tine movement is achieved by moving

shift lever to either the counter rotating
(^} till position or the forward rotating

(g) till position and engaging drive con

trol bar.

FORWARD - WHEELS ONLY/TINES
STOPPED

• Release drive control bar and move shift
lever indicator to “P (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.

Raised

TILLING

• Use the counter rotating tine drive when
tilling hard or rockey soil, virgin ground,
or sod.

• Release depth and drag stake pins. Pull
the depth stake up for increased tilling

depth. Raise the drag stake. Place prop
er pin in hole of depth stake or drag
stake to lock in position.

• Place shift lever indicator in counter

rotating till position.

• Holp the drive control bar against the

handle to start tilling movement. Tnes
and wheels will both turn.

• Move throttle control to “FAST" position

for deep tilling.
IMPORTANT: Always release drive control
bar before moving shift iever into another

TURNING .

• Release the drive control bar.

• Move 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 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.

CULTIVATING

• Use the forward rotating tine drive, when
cultivating, tilling soft ground or tilling
pre-tilled soil.

• Release depth and drag stake pins.
Lower drag stake. Pull the depth ètake
up for increased tilling depth. Place
proper pin in hole of depth stake or drag
stake to lock in position.

• Place shift lever indicator in forward
rotating 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.

• Always lower the drag stake when using
the fonward rotating tine drive.

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

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 srake pin. Move the
de pth 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 (fonward)

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.

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.

• Engine oil should be to point of overlow
ing when engine is level. For Mproxi-

mate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECt­FICATIONS” on page 4 of this manual.

All oil must meet A.P.I. 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.

Oil Fill

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 40“F (4®C), use fresh, clean,
winter grade gasoline to help insure good
cold weather starting.

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WARNING: Experience indicates that alco-

hcl blended fuels (called gasohol or using
e|hanol 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.

AcAUTION: 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.

bo 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 drive control bar in

“DISENGAGED" position when starting en
gine.
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.

• Move shift lever indicator to “N" (neutral)

position.

• Piace 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).

FueT shut-off Choke controls

Rewind starter

• 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 A warm engine requires less chok

ing starting.

• Move throttle control to desired running

position.

• Allow engine to warm up for a few min
utes before engaging tines.

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 ‘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 “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". 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 fur­the.- 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 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 tillei
won't be pulling itself, and you, toward
the row next to it.

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Do not lean on handle. This takes

weight off the wheels and.reduces rac­tion. To get through a,really tough sec
tion of sod or hard ground, apply upward
pressure on handle or lower the depth
stake.

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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" (2.5-7.5 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.

• Do not lean on handle, this takes weight
off the wheels, reduces traction, and
may cause the tiller to skip over the
ground. '

• Always lower the drag stake when using the forward rotating tine drive.

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TINE SHEAR PINS

The tine assemblies on your tiller are
secured to the tine shaft with shear pins

(See TINE REPLACEMENr 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 section
of this manual.

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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

MAINTENANCE

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Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil
Oil Pivot Points
Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler

Inspect Air Screen
Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge
Clean Engine Cylinder Fins ✓
Replace Spark Plug

1 • Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

2 ■ Seivica more often when operadng 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 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

• Check engine oil level.

• Check tine operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated*(See “UyBRICA­TION CHART").

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LUBRICATION CHART

* Throttle Control

* Drag
Stake Pin

* Depth
Stake Pin

* Leveling
Shield
Hinges

* Wheel Hub

* Idler Bracket

• SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL
" REFER TO CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES “ENGINE" SECTION

13

Disconnect spark plug wire before per
forming any maintenance (except carbure
tor adjustment) to prevent accidental start

ing of engine.

Prevent firesi 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 bums.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION ^

Use only high quality detergent oii rated

with API service classification SF, SG or

SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected temperature.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity 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 Lller

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 oil drain plug. Be careful not to
allow dirt to enter the engine. For easier

removal of plug use 7/1612 Pt. socket

with extension.

• "np tiller forward to drain oil.

After oil h^s drained completely, replace
oil drain plug and tighten securely.

Rembve 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
dralnPlug

Oil Fill Plug

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.

• Remove knob and cover. Lift air cleaner

assembly off stud.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Remove foam pre-cleaner from air

cleaner cover.

• 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 into air cleaner
cover.

• Reinstall cover and secure knob.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent

debris from entering carburetor. Clean

base carefully to prevent debris from

entering carburetor.

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat

surface. It very dtrty or damaged,
replace cartridge.

• Reinstall cartridge, cover with pre-clean

er 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 dry

cartridge.

14

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.

• Keep cylinder fins, levers, and linkage

free of dirt and chaff.

Blower
Housing

Air Screen

Muffler

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 sen/iced.

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.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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 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.

15

TIRE CARE .

AcAUTION; When mourtting tires, un

less beads are seated, overinflation can
cause an explosion. .

• Maintain 20 pounds of air 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 haiipin clip and clevis pin from

wheel.

• Remove wheel and tire.

• Repair tire and reassemble. ■

Clevis Pin

Hex Nut
and

Washer

(Located

Behind

Screws

Tire)

Hairpin Clip and Clevis Pin

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. BELT

MUST BE IN GROOVE ON TOP OF
IDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION OF
BELT TO GUIDES.

• Check belt adjustment as described

below.

• Replace belt guard.

• Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin

and hairpin clip.

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.

• Remcve 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.

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;

• Loosen cable clip screw securing the

drive control cable.

• Slide cable fon/vard for less tension and
rearward for more tension until about 5/8

inch stretch is obtained while the drive
control bar Is engaged.

• Tighten cable clip screw securely.

16

Engine Pulley

Bett Guide “A'

Cable Clip Screw

s»— 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.

New Tine

Worn Tine

ore 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.

For tines that are slightly worn, the bolt

ed tine and hub assemblies can be
switched between sides to continue titl

ing in the same tilling mode. If tilling in a
different mode is desired then the bolted
tine and hub assemblies should be
switched back to their original side so
that the tine edge with the least wear will
be used.

Counter Tine

Rotation

Sharp Edge'

Sharp Edge

Shear Pin

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 js

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 ADJUS7 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: Nevertamper with the
engine 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.

18

STORAGE

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

TILLER

• Clean entire tiller (See “CLEANING” in
the Customer Responsibilities 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 Customer

Responsibilities 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 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 gasohoi 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 fue! tank or permanent
damage may occur.

• 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 lea«t 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(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

TROUfLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM
Will not start

Hard to start

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED”
properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Dirty air cleaner.

5. Water in fuel,

6. Clogged fuel tank. 6. Remove fuei tank and clean.

7. Loose spark plug wire.

•

8. Bad spark plug or

improper gap.

9. Carburetor out of adjust
ment.

1. Throttle control not set
properly.

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.

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel 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.

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 kjel.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Clogged fuel tank.

9. Spark plug wire loose,

wire.

10. Dirty engine air screen.

11. Dlrty/ciogged muffler.

12. Carburetor out of

adjustment.

13. Poor compression.

1. Set deptii stake for

shallower tilling.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner car
tridge.

3. Check oil level/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 refill with fresh

gasoline.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

and refill tank with fresh gasoline.

8. Remove fuel tank and dean.

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.

20

PROBLEM

CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine overheats

Excessive bounce/

difficult handling

Soil balls up or
clumps

Engine runs but
tiller won’t move

Engine runs but
labors when tilling

1. Low oil level/dirty oil.

2. Dirty engine air screen.

3. Dirty engine.

1. Check oil level/change oil.

2. Clean engine air screen.

3. Clean cylinder fins, air screen, muf

fler area.

4. Partiaity piugged muffler.

5. Improper carburetor

adjustment.

1. Ground too dry and hard.

4. Remove and clean muffler.

5. Adjust carburetor to richer posi

tion.

1. Moisten ground or wait for more

favorable soil conditions.

2. Depth stake

2. Adjust depth stake.

incorrectly adjusted.

1. Ground too wet. 1, Wait for more favorabie soil condi

tions.

1. Tine control is not engaged.

2. V-belt not correctly adjusted.

3. V‘belt is off pulley(s).

1. Tilling too deep.

1. Engage tine controi.

2. inspect/adjust V-belt.

3. Inspect V-belt.

1. Set depth stake for shallower till

ing.

2. Throttle control not properly

2. Check throttle control setting.

adjusted.

3. Carburetor out of adjustment.

3. Make necessary adjustments.

Tines skip over
ground

1. Drag Stake not lowered in

fomrard rotating till mode.

2. Improper tilling mode.

1. Lower Drag Stake

2. Forward rotating tine drive should
only be used for soft ground or for
soil that has already been tilled.

21

HANDLES

REPAIR PARTS

TILLER • < MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

KEY

NO.

10

12

13
14
15
16
17

1

2

3
4

5
6

7

8

9

11

PART
NO.

164743
141406
110673X
127254X
6712J
137119

110641X
71191008
72010520

110646X

STD624003

81328

138295

109313X

110702X

STD533710

109229X

DESCRIPTION

Throttle, Control
Grip, Handle
Grommet, Handle
Bar, Drive Control Assembly
Cap. Vinyl
Panel, Control
Bushing. Spilt

•Screw, Pan Head #10-24

•Bolt, 5/16-18 X 2-1/2
Handle, Grip
'■Clip, Hairpin

Bolt, Shoulder
Handle, Shift
Grommet. Rubber
Rod, Shift
‘Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5
Lock, Handle

KEY PART
NO. NO.

18 STD541437

19 19131611
20 109228X
21 150628
22 165197
23 86777

24 9484R

25 73970500

26 110675X

27 STD541025

28 STD5S1125

29 STD541462

30 150696

• STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: Alt component dimensions given In U.S. Inches.

1 inch B 25,4 mm

DESCRIPTION

•Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16
Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga.
Lever, Lock, Handle
Handle, /^emUy
Clip, Plastic, Cable
Screw. Hex. Washer Hd, Slotted

#10-24 X1/2
Clip
Locknut, Hex, Range
Clutch, Cable

•Nut, Hex 1/4-20

•Washer, Lock 1/4

•Nut, Keps #10-24
Bolt, Pivot

42

MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE <

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

KEY PART
NO.

NO.

1

STD541431

2

STD551137

3

STD541037

4

165710

5

164329

6

162756X505

7

STD532505

6

161530

86777

9

10

9464R

11

STD551125

12

STD541025

13

23230506

14

110652X

15

STD551031

16

145102

17

STD541031

19

12000028

21

156117

23

102190X
124258X

795R

t N i i ‘"¿is.

^<7h

DESCRIPTION

Nut. K^s 5/16-18

' Washer, Lock 3/8

•Nut,Hex 3«-16
Shield Inner
Pin Shift Lever
Lever, Shift

'Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Gr. 5

Plate, Shift Indicator

Screw, Hex. Washer Head.
Slotted #10-24 X1/2
Clip

• Washer, Lock 1/4

•Nut, Hex 1/4-20

•Screw, Set, 5/16-18x3/8
Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x 2.09

•Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.
Sheave, Transmission

•Nut,Hex 5/16-18
Ring, Retainer

Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x 1.220
Tire
Rim
Tire Valve

A11^ AX^../

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24 126875X Rivet. Drilled
25 STD624003 *Cltp, Haiipin
26 165501X558 Guard. Belt
27 132801 Belt. V
28 104679X Pulley, Idler
29 12000032 Ring, Klip
30 159229 Bracket, Idler
31 102384X Bolt. Hex 5/16-16x12
32 102141X Shaft, Idler Arm

33 STD523710 •Bolt, Hex 3/8-16x1
34 102383X Counterweight. L.H.
35 74760532 Solt, Hex 5/16-18 x 2
36 102331X Bracket, Reinforcement, L.H.
37 130812 Sheave, Engine
39 140062 Cap, Plunger
43 74760544 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 X 2
44 74770508 Bolt Hex 5/16-2-1/2
45 165504 Nut. Clip

46 165503 Screw, #8-18x1/2

•STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

43

MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE

TILLER - • MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1

166532

2

73970500

3

STD551031

4

74760512

5

102332X

6

74760532

7

102173X

8

STD551137

9

STD541037

10

74760524

11

STD624003

DESCRIPTION

Bumper
Locknut, Hex, Range 5/16-18

•Washer 11/32 X 11/16 x 16 Ga.
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x3/4
Bracket, Reinforcement
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x2

Counter Weight, R.H.

•Washer, Lock 3/8

•Nut, Hex 3/8-16
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x1-1/2

•Clip, Hairpin

,^"'

!/

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

12 126875X Rivet Drilled
13 102190X Tire

124258X Rim

795R Tire Valve

14 STD541431 ‘NutKeps 5/16-18

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

Craftsman Model No.

121432, Type No. 0124-El

STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCW.LY
NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S.inches.

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

44

TRANSMISSION

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

KEY PART
NO. NO.

1 161509

2 161510

161963

3
4 5020J

1370H

5

161520 Pinion, Input

6
7 161518 Shaft, Input

4895H Bearing, Needle

8
9 154467

10 7392M Ball, Steel

11 100371K

106160X C>Ring

12

142145

13
14 8353J

12000039

15
16 161516

4358J

18

12000040 Ring, Klip

19

102114X

20

21 102115X

6803J Bearing, Needle

22

161527 Shaft, Reverse Idler

23
24

STD551143
STD541143

25
27 143009

106390X

28
29 102134X

150737

30

DESCRIPTION NO.

Transmission Assembly

(Includes Key Nos. 2-52)
Gearcase, LH. w/Bearing 33
(Includes Key No. 4)
Gasket, Gearcase
Bearing, Needle
Washer, Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32

Washer, Seal

Spring, Shift, Fork 42 4220R

Ann, Shift
Fork, Shift
Ring, Klip
Shaft, Shift
Washer

Gear, /Assembly, Reverse Idler
(Includes Key Nos. 21 and 22)
Gear, Reverse idler

• Washer. U>ck 7/16 56 161529
* Nut, Hex 7/16-20

Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive LH. 58 17720412
Spacer 0.765x1.125x1.23
Chain #35-50 Pitch
Ground Shaft /Vssembly

KEY PART

NO.

31 143008

106388X

32

102121X Sprocket and Gear Assembly
102112X

34

102101X

35

161524 Sprocket Assembly w/Bearing

36

1004131K Bearing, Needle

37
38 161525
39 161526
40 105346X
41 161523

43 106146X
44 155236
48 161511

49 132688 Shaft, Tine

106147X

50

51 17720408
52 73220500
53

165140

54

161528

55 3400R

57

165889

- -

6066J Grease, Plastllube #1

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

DESCRIPTION

Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive R.H.
Spacer 0.70 x l .00 x 1.150

Shaft, Reduction (2nd)
Screw. Whiz, Lock 5/16-18 x 3-1/2

(Includes Key Nos. 37 and 38)

Sprocket, Tine
Gear, Cluster, Red 1 st & 2nd
Gear, Reverse

Shaft, Reduction (1st)

Washer, Thrust

Spacer 1.01 X 1.75x0.760
Seal /^m. Oil
Gearcase, R.H. w/Bearing
(Includes Key No. 8)

Chain, Roller #50-50 Pitch
Screw 1/4-20x1/2

* Nut, Hex 5/16-18

Bearing Kit, Tine Shaft
Gear, ORT Idler w/Bearing
(Includes Key No. 55)
Bearing, Needle
Gear, DRT Idler
Spacer, Split .52 x .64 x 1.04
Screw 1/4-20x3/4

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S.Inches.

45

TINE SHIELD

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

KEY PART
NO.

NO.

1

98000129

2

161415X558

3

8393J

A

12000036 Ring, Kilp
5 STD533107
6 S394J Spring
7

8392J Bracket, Latch
8 109230X
9 163496X558

10

104085X558

11

STDS41031

12

STD551131 •Washer. Lock 5/16

13

72110510

14

124343X

15

161414X558

16 73510400

DESCRIPTION

Nut, Flange 5/16-18

Shield, Side, Outer L H.

Pin, Stake, Depth

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

Spring, Depth Stake
Shield, Tine
Shield Asm

•Nut,Hex 5/16-18

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x1-1/4
Bracket, Shield Tine
Shield, Side, Outer R.H.

Nut, Hex 1/4-20

KEY PART
NO. NO.

17 162175

18 STD532512 • Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1 -1/4 Gr. 5

102701X

19

STD541037

20

21

102156X Stake, Depth
22 74930632
23 4440J Hinge

72140404

24

6712J

25

109227X Pad, Idler

26

163497X558

27
28 120588X Pin, Hinge

163498X417

31

• STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY
NOTE: /Ul component dimensions given In U.S. inches

1 inch®

DESCRIPTION

Nut, Wing Forged 5/16-18

Grip

•Nut, Hex 3/8-16

Bolt, Hex 3/8-16x2

• Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2
Cap, Vinyl

Shield, Leveling

Stake, Drag

25.4 mm

46

TINE ASSEMBLY

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

-'^v' \ V. -i -i

KEY
NO.

1

2 132673

3
4
5

PART
NO.

163499

163500
163552
163926

DESCRIPTION

Tine, Spade

Pin, Shear
Tine. Cleaning
"Clip, Haiipin
Assembly, Hub and Plate

KEY PART

NO. NO.

6 73610600

7 STD551137

8 74610616

' STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DESCRIPTION

Nut, Hex 3/8-24

•Washer, Lock 3/8
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 X1

47

DECALS

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 164709 Decal, Logo
2 145023

3 166186

166187

4

5 137538

120431X Decal, Hand Placement

6

166202 Decal, Shift indicator

.7

166188 Decal, Tine, Shield, Counter Rotating Tines

e

120075X Decai, Warning, Rotating Tines

9

10 165836

11 162215 Decal, Tine, Shield, Warning Dom
12 166138

165837 Decal, Tine Depth Stake

13

165984 Manual, Owner's (English/Spanlsh)

--

Decal, Logo
Decal, Logo
Decal, Description
Decal, Caution, Drive Control

Decal, Tine Drag Stake

Decal, Oper/Lub Instructions

48

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 121432, TYPE NO. 0124-El

22^

I 1019LABEi~KiT

1058 OWNER’S MANUAL

* REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS

TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

13^

49

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432, TYPE NO. 0124-E1

17

24 ^

742^

110©

1171 110©

s

50

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON r - MODEL NUMBER 121432, TYPE NO. 0124-El

332

laSAfi^

51

TILLER - • MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432, TYPE NO. 0124-El

663^®«^

265

211

209

3340}*^

281

663

356

52

526^

373^

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432, TYPE NO. 0124-E1

358 GASKET SET

122|

51^ 163^^ 1022^^

977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET

110® 51^ 163

634 ® 634A

137

634A®

121 CARBURETOR KtT

1341 g

1270

104^

163

634 ®

110

53

TILLER - • MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432, TYPE NO. 0124-El

KEY PART KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 690045 Cylinder Assembly 109

2

399269

3

299819
5 693643
7

273489 AA^ GaskeL Cylinder Head

11

693647 Tube, Breather

12

692549

13 95049 Screw, Cylinder Head

IS 94916
16 693403 Crankshaft
17

498185
18 693204 Cover-Crankcase
20 692550 •k Seal, Oil

21

281656

21A 693463 Cap,Oil Fill

22 692551 Screw, Crankcase Cover
23

692987 Flywheel

24 222698
25 499627 Piston Assembly (Std.)

692788

692789

692790 Piston Assembly, .030* O/S

26

499631 Ring Set, (Std.)

692785
692786

692787
27 263190
28 499423
29 690124
30 225279

32 94699
33 499642
34 499641

35 263149

40 93312

45 262679

46 693404

51 692555 GaskeL Intake

55 497442

56 498144

58 280399

60 281101

65 692608

65A 94904

75 495659

95 94098

98 398185

98A 493280

104 231371
108 223471

Bushing, (finder 110

* Seal, Oil

Head, Cylinder

W GaskeL Crankcase

Plug, Oil Drain

Bearing, Ball

Cap, Oil Fill

Key, Flywheel
Piston Assembly, .010" O/S

Piston Assembly, ,020* 0^

Ring Set, .010' (VS
Ring SeL .020' 0/S
Ring Set, .030' (VS
Lock, Piston Pin
Pin, Piston
Rod, Connecting
Dipper, Connecting Rod
Screw, Connecting Rod
Valve, Exhaust
Valve, Intake
Spring, Valve
Retainer, Valve
TappeL Valve

Camshaft

Housing, Rewind Starter
Pulley, Starter

Rope, Starter

Grip, Starter Rope

Screw, Hex.
Screw, Hex.

Washer, Set

Screw, Choke/Slotted
Screw, Idle Speed

Screws idle Speed

Pin, Float Hinge

Valve, Choke

693628

—

111 262715

117 690048

690032

121

690043

122
124 692568

693518

125
127 —

223470

130

690024

131

398187

133
134 398188

137 —

94388

146

225430

155

693459

161

272948

163

94905

176

493496

186

298049

187

Choke Shaft
Washer, Seal (Sold In Kit
Only)
Spring Friction (Choke)
Jet, Main (Standard)
Carburetor kit
Spacer, Carburetor
Screw, Carburetor

Carburetor
Plug, Welch (Sold In Kit Only)
Valve, Throttle

Shaft Throttle

Float Carburetor
Valve, Needle

Gasket Float Bowl (Sold In Kit
Only)

Key, Timing

Plate, Cylinder Head

Base, Air Cleaner
Gasket, Air Cleaner

Screw, Shoulder

Connector, Hose
Line, Fuel (Cut to Required

Len^h)

187A

188A

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

★ included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.

♦ Included in Carburetor Gasket SeL ^ef Number

A Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref Number

NOTE; All component dimensions are given In U.S.
Inches. 11nch = 25A mm

692601

94644

188

692590

263108

189

693710

209

693710

211

693578

219

221551

220
222

693405

499506

227

693408

232

• Included In Carburetor KlL Ref Number 121.

977.

1033.

Line, Fuel (Molded)
Screw, Control Bracket
Screw, Shoulder
Bali, Rocker Arm
Spring, Governor
Spring, Governor Idle
Gear Governor
Washer -Thrust

Bracket, Control

Lever, Governor

Spring, Link, Mechanical
Governor

54

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293320

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 121432, TYPE NO. 0124-El

KEY PART
<0. NO.

238 263131

221535

265

DESCRIPTION NO.

Cap, Valve

Clamp, Casing
281 693407 Panel, Control
285 692595
30Q 693593
304 693621
305 692577

690960

305A
305B 692557

Strap, Muffler

Muffler, Exhaust

Housing, Blower

Screw,Panel

Screw, Blower Housing
Screw, Rocker Cover 3/8"

Long

305C 94786

Screw.Rocker Cover 7/16"
Long

693610 Shield, Cylinder

306
307 94515
332 94877
333 692605
334

94731

337

491055 Spark Plug

Screw, Cylinder Shield

Nut, Flywheel

Armature, Magneto

Screw, Armature Magneto

346 94896 Screw
353 95137 Nut-Hex
354 692575 Nut, Lock

398808 Wire, Stop

356
358 690031 Gasket Set
363

19069

692582 Nut, Clip

373

Flywheel Puller

373A 94907 Nut, Hex.

383 19374 Wrench, Spark Plug
423 94655 Screw, Air Cleaner Base

423A 94929 Screw, Air Cleaner Base

445

498596

Filter A/C Cartridge

455 225457 Cup, Flywheel

456 281503 Retainer, Spring

459 281505
467 493903

Pawl, Ratchet
Knob, Air Cleaner

478 693709 Panel

94974

526
562 94852
592 231082
601 93053

497830

608

Screw

Bolt, Governor Lever
Nut, Governor Lever
Clamp, Hose
Starter, Rewind

613 94706 Screw, Muffler Mounting
615 94672 Retainer, Governor
616 692547 Crank, Governor
619 94744

Screw, Cyl. Head Plate 1033.

621 396847 Switch, Stop

94943

623
634 —

634A

635

—

805529

642 693460

692577

663
676 393757
689 263073
717 693462
741 263157

692564

742

Screw, Shoulder
Washer Sold In Kit Only)
Washer (Sold In Kit Only)

Boot, Spark Plug
Cover, Air Cleaner
Screw,Casing Clamp
Defl/^tor, Muffler
Spring, Friction
Air Cleaner Bracket
Gear, Timing

Ring, Retaining

KEY PART

NO. DESCRIPTION

743 692566

692598 Screw, Muffler Strap

819

819 A

94914 Screw
830 94993
832

693583

Gear, Idler

Screw-Hex.
Guard, Muffler

836 94896 Screw, Muffler Guard

836A 692596 Bracket, Muffler
851
863A

493880 Terminal, Cable

692596 BrackeL Muffler

498592 A^ Seal, Valve

868

272309 Gasket, Exhaust

883
957 493988

Cap, Fuel Tank

958 692586 Valve, Shutoff

961

963598

Screw, Air Cleaner Bracket

967 273356 Fllter,Air Pre-Cleaner

692587

972

493640 Bowl, Float

975

Tank, Fuel

977 690033 Gasket Set, Carburetor

978 273346 A* Gasket,Plate
1005 692592 Fan, Flywheel
1019

690035 Ubel Kit
1022 273241 A* Gasket, Rocker Cover
1023 499924 Cover, Rocker
1026 693517 Rod, Push
1029 225246 Arm,Rocker
1033

690034 Kit, Valve Overhaul
1034 281621 Guide, Push Rod
1058 273700 Owner's Manual

—

Replacement Engine 121432­0036-E2

—

Replacement S/B not available
at this time

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

H Included in Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.
1 Included In Carburetor Kit, Ref Number 121.

u Included in Carburetor Gasket Set, Ref Number

977.

A Included in Value Overhaul Kit, Ref Number

NOTE: All component dimensions are given in U.S.

inches. 11nch s 25.4 mm

55

For the repair or replacement parts you need

delivered directly to your home

Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week

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 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

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:

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