Craftsman 917.293470 User Manual

Owner's Manual

14 INCH TINE WIDTH

REAR TINE WITH

COUNTER ROTATING TINES

TILLER

Model No,

917.293470

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Espa._ol

• Repair Parts

differently from previously built engines. Before you start the en-

This product has a low emission engine which operates

gine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

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

Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman

Safety Rules.........................................2

Warranty ...............................................2

ProductSpecifications..........................4

Assembly.............................................. 5

Operation..............................................8

Maintenance Schedule...................... 13

LIMITED ONE YEARWARRANTY ONCRAFTSMAN TILLER

Forone (t) year from dateofpumhase,whenthisCraftsmanTilleris maintained,

lubricated,and tunedupaccordingto the operatingand maintenanceinstructionsin
the owne¢smanual,Sears will repairfree ofchargeany defectin matedal orworkman-

ship.

ThisWarrantydoes notcover:.

• Expandableitemswhichbecome wornduringnormaluse, such as tines,spark
plugs,air cleaners and belts.

• Repairsnecessarybecause of operatorabuse or negligence,includingbent
crankshaftsand the failure to maintainthe equipmentaccordingtothe instructions

containedin the owner'smanual.

• IfthisCraftsmanTilleris usedfor commercialor rentalpurposes,thisWarranty
appliesfor onlythirty(30) days from thedate ofpurchase.

Warrantyserviceis availableby returningthe craftsmanpowermowertothe nearest
seam servicecentar/departmentinthe unitedstates.Thiswarrantyappliesonlywhile

thisproductis in usein the unitedstates.
ThisWarrantygivesyou specificlegalrights,and youmay alsohave other rightswhich

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

Maintenance....................................... 13

Service and Adjustments.................... 15

Storage............................................... 19

Troubleshooting.................................20

IllustratedParts List ............................42

Pads Ordering..................... BackCover

IMPORTANT: This cuttingmachineiscapableof amputatinghandsand feet and
throwingobjects.Failureto observethe following safetyinstructionscouldresultin

seriousinjuryor death.
TRAINING

• Readthe Owner'sManual carefully.Be

thoroughlyfamiliar withthe controls
and theproper useof the equipment.

Knowhowto stop the unitand disen-
gage the controlsquickly.

• Never allowchildrento operate the
equipment.Never allowadults to

operatethe equipmentwithoutproper
instruction.

• Keepthe area of operationclear ofall
persons,padiculadysmall children,

and pats.

PREPARATION

• Thoroughlyinspectthearea wherethe

equipmentisto be used and remove all

foreign objects.

• Disengageall clutchesand shiftinto

neutralbefore startingthe engine
(motor).

• Do notoperate the equipment without

wearingadequate outer garments.
Wear footwear that willimprovetooting

on slipperysurfaces.

• Handlefuel withcare; it is highly
flammable.

• Use an approvedfuel container.

• Never add fuel to a runningengineor

hot engine.

• Fillfuel tank outdoorswithextreme
care. Never fillfuel tank indoors.

• Replacegasolinecap securelyand

clean up spilledfuel before restarting.

• Use extensioncordsand receptacles
as specifiedbythe manufacturerfor all

unitswithelectricdrivemotorsor

2

electricstartingmotors.

• 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 pads.

• Exercise extreme caution when
operating on or crossing gravel drives,

walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic. Do not carry passen-

gere.

• 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 operat-
ing the tiller.

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or
falling.

• If the unit should start to vibrate
abnormally, 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

leaving the machine unattended.
Disengage the tines, shift into neutral,

and stop the engine.

• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspect.

ing, 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 motom.

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

• Never operate the tiller without proper

guards, plates, or other safety protec-
tive 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
visibility 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

accessories in safe working condition.

• Check shear pins, engine mounting

bolts, and other bolts at frequent
intervals 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

period.

ALook for thissymbol to point out

important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!fl BECOME ALERTll! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

ACAUTION: Always disconnect spark

plug wire and place wire where it cannot

contact spark plug in order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,

transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

AWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its

constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer

and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.

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PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE 3QUARTS

CAPACITY: UNLEADED

REGULAR

OIL(API-SF-SJ): SAE30

CAPACITY:20OZ.)(ABOVE32°F)

SAE5W-30
(BELOW32°F)

SPARKPLUG: CHAMPION

GAP:,030") RJtgLMOR

J19LM

CONGRATULATIONSonyourpurchase
ofaSearsTiller.Ithasbeendesigned,

engineeredand manufacturedto give

you the bestpossibledependabilityand

performance.
Shouldyou expedence any problemsyou
cannoteasily remedy, please contacta

Searsor other qualifiedServiceCenter.
We havecompetent,well-trainedtechni-

ciansandthe propertoolstoserviceor
repairthisunit.

Please readand retainthismanual.The
instructionswillenable you to assemble

and maintainyourtillerproperly.Always
observethe =SAFETYRULES".

Yournew tillerhasbeen assembledat the
factory withexceptionof thosepartsleft

unassembledfor shippingpurposes.To
ensuresate and properoperationof your
tillerall parts and hardwareyou as-

semblemustbe tightenedsecurely.Use
thecorrecttoolsas necessaryto insure

propertightness.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observethe safety rules.

• Followa regularschedulein maintain-
ing,caringfor and usingyour tiller.

• Followthe instructionsunderthe
"Customer Responsibilities"and

"Storage"sectionsof thisOwner's
Manual,

_,WARNING: Thisunitisequippedwith

an intemal combustionengine and
shouldnot be used on or near any

unimprovedforest-covered, brush-
coveredor grasscovered landunlessthe
engine'sexhaustsystemis equippedwith

a spark arrestermeetingapplicablelocal
orstatelaws(ifany). Ifa sparkarrester is
used,it shouldbe maintainedineffective

workingorderby the operator.
In thestate of Californiathe aboveis

requiredby law (Section4442 of the
CalitomiaPublicResourcesCode).

Otherstatesmay havesimilarlaws.
Federal lawsapply on federal lands. A

sparkarresterfor the mufflerisavailable
throughyour nearestSears service

center (See REPAIRPARTSsectionof
this manual).

These accessorieswere availablewhenthe tillerwas purchased. They are also
availableat mostSears Retail outlets and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can

orderrepairpartsfor you when youprovidethe modelnumberof yourtiller.

ENGINE

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TILLER PERFORMANCE

FURROWOPENER

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Your new tiller has been assembled at the

factory with exception of those pads left

unassembled for shipping purposes. To

ensure safe and proper operation of your
tiller al! 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).

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

LEFT

FRONT

E

RIGHT

OPERATOR'S

POSITION

(2) Handle Locks

(1) Hairpin Clips

(2) Shear Pins & Clips

(1) Carriage Bolt

3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5

, (1) FlatWasher

13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga.

O (1) Handle Lock Lever "_

(1) Center Locknut

3/8-16 UNC

(1) Cable Clip

(1) Pivot Bolt
3/8-16 UNC Grade 5

UNPACKING CARTON

_I_CAUTION: 8e carefulof exposed

stapleswhen handlingor disposingof
cartoningmatedaL

IMPORTANT:When unpackingand
assemblingtiller,be carefulof exposed

stapleswhen handlingor disposingof
cartoningmetedal.

1. While holdinghandleassembly,cut

cable ties securinghandle assembly
totopframe. Lethandleassembly

rest ontiller.

2. Removetopframeof carton.

3. Slowly ease handleassemblyup and
placeon topof carton.

4. Cut down dght hand front and right
handrear comersof carton,lay side
cartonwall down.

5. Remove packingmaterial fromhandle

aasemb_y.

6. Separate shiftrodfromhandle
assembly.

le

mbly

INSTALL HANDLE

1. Insertone handle lock(withteeth

facing outward)in gearcasenotch.
(Applygrease on smoothsideof

handlelock to aid in keepinglockin
place untilhandleassembly is
loweredintoposition.)

VIEWED FROM R.H. SIDE OFTILLER

"UP"Position

old

Loosen Handle Lock
Lever to Move

4. Insertpivotboltinfrontpartofplate
and tighten.

5. Cutdown remainingcomersof carton
and lay panelsfiat.

6. Lower thehandleassembly. Tighten
nuton cardagebolt sohandlemoves

withsomeresistance. Thiswillallow
foreasier adjustment.

7. Place flat washer onthreadedend of
handle locklever.

8. Insert handlelock leverthrough
handle baseand gearcase. Screwin

handlelock leverjust enoughto hold

lever in place.

9. Insertsecondhandlelock(withteeth
inward)in theslot ofthe handlebase

(justinsideofwasher).

tO.Raise handleassemblyto highest

positionand securelytighten handle

lockleverby rotatingclockwise.
Leavinghandle assemblyin highest

positionwillmake it easierto connect

shiftrod.

• Flat Washer Handle Lock

Gearcase Notch

HandleLock

2. Grasp handleassembly. Holdin "up"
position. Be sure handle lockremains

in gearcase notch. Slide handle
assemblyintoposition.

3. Rotate handleassemblydown. insert

rear cardageboltfirst,withheadof
bolton L.H. side oftillerandloosely

assemble Iocknut.

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INSERT CABLE CLIP

• Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the Hairpir

back of handle column. Push cables Shift Rod

into clip,

Handle Column

Cables

Cable Clip

Shift Lever
Indicator

CONNECT SHIFT ROD

1. Insert end of shift rodfarthest from

bend into hole of shift lever indicator.

2. Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift
rod to secure with bend of clip on right

side.

[_ Attach this End To shift

Lever tndicator

ShiftRod

REMOVETILLER FROM CRATE

1. Adjust handle assemby to lowest
position. Be sure lock lever iF tight-

ened securely,

2, Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N"

(neutral) position,

3, Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle.

Separate cardboard cover from
leveling shield.

4. Rotate tiller handle to the right and
pull tiller out of carton,

CHECKTIRE 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
HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual).

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ThesesymbolsmayappearonyourTillerorinliteraturesuppliedwiththeproduct.

Leamandunderstandtheirmeaning.
KNOWYOURTILLER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETYRULES BEFOREOPERATINGYOUR

TILLER.
Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of

various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

FNR& 0<,

TLLII_ FORWARD NEUTRAL Rk_._SE CNJTION Eq_tE ENGINE FAST

ThrottleControl

_w_m _ c+T

Sh_ Lever

Drive Control Bar

Shift Lever Indicator

Recoil
Starter

Handle

MEETS ANSISAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our tillersconformto the safetystandardsofthe AmedcanNationalStandardsInstitute.

DRIVE CONTROL BAR - Used to engage
tines.

DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which

tiller will dig.
OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to

protect small plants from being boded.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control

engine speed.

LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.

SHIFT LEVER o Used to shift transmission
gears.

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

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to
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.
HOWTO USEYOURTILLER
Know how to operate all controls before

adding fuel and oil or attempting to start
engine.

STOPPING

TINES AND DRIVE

1. Release drive control bar to stop

movement,

2. Move shift lever to "N" (neutral)

position.

ENGINE

• Move throttle control to "STOP" posi-

tion. If equipped with stop switch, move
switch to "STOP" position.

NOTE= Never use choke to stop engine.

Drive Control Bar
"ENGAGED" Position

Dnve Contml Bar

"DISENGAGED"

Poslr_n

ThrottleContml

TINE OPERATION -WITHWHEEL

DRIVE

• Always release drive control bar before

moving shift lever into another posi-

tion,

• Tine movement 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 ddve control bar and

tiller will move forward.

REVERSE - WHEELS ONLY/TINES

STOPPED

1. DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND

TILLER.

2. Release the drive control bar.

3. Move throttle control to "SLOW"

position.

4. Move shift lever indicator to =R"

(reverse) position.

5. Hold drive control bar against the

handle to start tiller movement.

ShiffLever

HARD TO SHIFT GEARS

• Briefly engage drive control bar and
release or rock tiller forward and

backward until are able to shift gears.

DEPTH STAKE

The depth stake can be raised or lowered

to allow you more versatile tilling and
cultivating, or to more easily transport

your tiller.

Shallowest Tilling
(Cultivating)

Deeptest Tilling_

Depth Stake _--

"_ Transport Position

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TILLING

1. 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.

2. Place shift lever indicator in till
position.

3. Hold the drive control bar against the
handle to start tilling movement. Tines

and wheels will both turn.

4. Move throttle control to "FAST"
position for deep tilling. To cultivate,

throttle control 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

"RELEASED" Position

"Locked"

Position

"B"

Side Shield

g I'A"

TURNING

I. Release thedrive controlbar.

2. Move throttlecontrolto"SLOW"

position.

3. Place shiftlever indicatorin "F"
(forward) position. Tineswillnot turn.

4. Lifthandleto raisetinesout of ground.

5. Swingthe handle inthe opposite

directionyouwish toturn, being

carefulto keep feet and legsaway
from tines.

6. When you have completedyourtam-

around, releasethe drivecontrolbar
and lowerhandle. Place shift lever in

(till)positionand move throttlecontrol
todesiredspeed. To begintilling,

holdddve controlbar againstthe
handle.

OUTER SIDE SHIELDS
The back edges ofthe outerside shields

are slottedsothat the shieldscanbe

raised for deep tillingand loweredfor

shallowtillingto protectsmallplantsfrom

being buried.
1, Loosennut"A"inslotand nut=B_.

2. Move shieldto desiredposition(both
sides).

3. Retightennuts.

TOTRANSPORT
_I,CAUTION: Beforeliftingor transporting,

allowtillerengineand mufflertocool.
Disconnectsparkplugwire. Drain

gasolinefrom fuel tank.
AROUND THE YARD

I. Releasethe depth stake pin. Move

thedepthstake down to the tophole

for transportingthetiller. Place depth

stake pinin hole of depthstaketo lock
in position.This preventstinesfrom

scuffing the ground,

2. Place shiftlever indicatorin"F"

(forward)positionfor transporting.

3. Hold the drivecontrolbar againstthe
handletostart tillermovement. Tines

willnottam.

4. Move throttlecontrolto desiredspeed.

AROUND TOWN

1. Disconnectsparkplug wire,

2. Drainfuel tank.

3. Transportin updghtpositionto

preventoil leakage.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
IMPORTANT:Be very carefulnotto allow

dirtto enter the enginewhencheckingor
addingoil or fuel. Use clean oil and fuel
and store in approved,clean, covered

containers, use clean fill funnels.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL ,
The engine inyour unit has been

shipped, from the factory, already filled
with SAE 30 summer weight oil.

1. With engine level, clean area around

oil filler plug and remove plug.

2. Engine oil should be to point of
overflowing when engine is level.

• For approximate capacity see =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of

this manual. All oil must meet A.P.I.

Service Classification SF-SJ.

• For cold weather operation you should

change oil for easier starting (See oil
viscosity chart in the Maintenance

section of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Mainte-

nance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fillfuel 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 tem-

peratures below 32°F(0°C), use fresh,

clean, winter grade gasoline to help

insure good cold weather starting.

A,WARNING: Experience indicates that

alcohol blended fuels (called gesohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage 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 additional information. Never

use engine or carburetor cleaner prod-
ucts in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

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ACAUTION: Fillto 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

disappeared.

Do not overfill. Wipe offany 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

engine.

When starting engine for the first time or if
engine has run out of fuel, it will take

extra pulls of the recoil starter to move
fuel from the tank to the engine.

1. Make sure spark plug wire is properly
connected.

2. Move shift lever indicator to "N"

(neutral) position.

3. Place throttle control in "FAST"
position.

4, Turn fuel shut-off valve 1/4 turn to

open position.
5, Move choke control to choke position.
6, 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).

7. Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do

not let starter handle snap back

against starter.
NOTE: If engine fires but does not start,

move choke control to half choke position.

Pull recoil starter handle until engine

starts.

8. When engine starts, slowly move

choke control to "RUN" position as

engine warms up.

NOTE: A warm engine requires less
choking to start.

9. Move throttle control to desired
running position.

10.Allow engine to warm up for a few
minutes before engaging tines.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (3000 feet) or
in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the

carburetor fuel mixture may need to be
adjusted for best engine performance.

See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this

manual.

NOTE: Ifengine does not start, see
troubleshooting points.

Choke Control

Starter Handle

TILLING HINTS
_aCAUTION; Until you are accustomed to

ndling 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 un-

wanted vegetation. The decomposition
of this vegetable matter enriches the

soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall

and wind), it may be advisable to till the
soil at the end of the growing season to

further condition the soil.

• Boil 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

moistened before tilling; however,
extremely wet soil will "ball-up" or

clump dudng tilling. 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 line 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

traction. To get through a really tough
section of sod or hard ground, apply

upward pressure on handle or lower
the depth stake.

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CULTIVATING
Cultivatingis destroyingthe weeds

betweenrowsto preventthemfrom
robbingnourishmentand moisturefrom

theplants,At the same time,breakingup
the upperlayerof soilcrustwillhelp
retainmoisturein the soil.Best digging

depthis 1"to3"(2,5-7.5 cm). Lowerthe
outersideshieldsto protectsmallplants

from beingburied.

• Cultivateupand downthe rowsat a

speed whichwill allowtinesto uproot
weeds and leave the groundin rough

condition,promotingnofurthergrowth

ofweeds and grass.

ADJUSTWHEELS FOR
CULTIVATING

1. Place blocks under right hand side of
tiller and remove hairpin clip and
clevis pin from right hand wheel.

2. Move wheel outward approximately 1
inch until hole in inner wheel hub

lines up with inner hole in axle,

3. Replace clevis pin and hairpin clip on
inside of wheel and remove blocks.

4. Repeat preceding steps on left hand
side.

NOTE: In extremely rough conditions
and while cultivating, the wheels should
be moved outward on the axle for

increased stability.

OUTER VIEW OF TiRE

C.n Vis

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_ HairpinCllip

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TINE SHEAR PINS
The tine assemblies on your tiller are

secured to the Une 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
section of this manual.

INNER VIEW OF TIRE

Clevis

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SCHEDULE

MAINTENANCE _A _/_/

AS YOU COMPLETE ERVICE DATES
REGULAR SERVICE

Check Engine Oil Level _ It_

Change Engine Oil 1_!,2

Oil Pivot Points It_

inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler

inspect Air Screen If

Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge f_2
Clean Engine Cylinder Fins t/

Replace Spark Plug II/

RH Gear Case Grease FRtlng (1oz.) I1_
1 - Ch4mgemore oftenwhen operating under a heavy _ad or in highambient temperatures

2. Service more offer1 Whell opera,:lr_j hi _rly or dusty coP.dttlo:ls,

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tiller does not cover

items that have been subjected to
operator 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

1. Check engine oil level,

2, Check tine operation.

3. Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRI-

CATION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

"ThrottleControl

** Engine ***RH Gear Case_

Grease Fitting

* SAE 30 OR 5W-30 Motor Oil
** Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

*** EP #1 Grease

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_kCAUTlON:Disconnect spark plugwire

beforeperformingany maintenance
(exceptcarburetoradjustment)to prevent

accidental startingof engine.
Preventfires! Keepthe enginefree of
grass,leaves, spilledoil,or fuel. Remove

fuel from tankbeforetippingunitfor
maintenance. Clean muffler area of ell

grass,dirt,and debris.
Do nottouchhotmuffleror cylinderfins

as contactmay causebums.
ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use onlyhigh qualitydetergentoil rated

withAPI serviceclassificationSF-SJ.
Selectthe oil'sSAE viscositygrade

accordingtoyour expectedtemperature.

NOTE: Althoughmulti-viscosityoils (5W-
30, 10W-30, etc.) improvestartingincold
weather,these multi-viscosity oils will

resultin increasedoil consumptionwhen
used above32°F (0°C). Checkyour

engineoil level morefrequently to avoid
possibleengine damage from running

low on oil.
Changethe oil afterevery50 hoursof

operationor at leastonce a year if the
tillerisnotusedfor 50 hoursin oneyear.
Checkthe crankcaseoil level before

startingthe engineand after eachfive (5)
hoursofcontinuoususe. AddSAE 30

motoroil or equivalent.Tightenoilfiller
plugsecurelyeach time youcheck theoil

level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Determine temperature range expected

before oil change. All oil must meet API
service classification SF-SJ.

• 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.

1. Remove drain plug.

2. Tip tiller fonNard to drain oil.

3. After oil has drained completely,
replace oil drain plug and tighten

securely.

4. Remove oil filler plug. Be careful not

to allow dirt to enter the engine,

5. Refill engine with oil.. See ."CHECK'

ENGINE OIL LEVEL in the Operation

section of this manual.

Oil drain

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.

1. Remove knob and cover. Lift air
cleaner assembly oft stud.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

2. Remove foam pre-cleaner from air
filter.

3. Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

4. Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace
pre-cleaner.

5. Reinstall pre-cleaner onto air filter.

6. Reinstall cover and secure with knob.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

1. Carefully remove cartridge to prevent
debris from entering carburetor.

Clean base carefully to prevent debris
from entering carburetor.

2. Remove foam pre-cleaner from air

filter.

3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on
flat surface. Ifvery dirty or damaged,

replace cartridge.

4. Reinstall pre-cleaner onto air filter.

5. 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 dry

cartridge.

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Stud

COOLING SYSTEM
Your engine is air cooled. For proper

engine performance and long life keep
your engine clean.

• Clean air screen frequently using a
stiff-bristled brush.

• Remove blower housing and clean as
necessary.

• Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.

Muffler

MUFFLER
Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not

tamper with exhaust system. Damaged

mufflers or spark arrestera could create a
fire hazard. Inspect periodically and

replace if necessary. If your engine is
equipped with a spark arrester screen
assembly, remove every 50 hours for

cleaning and inspection. Replace if
damaged.

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

Once a season, lubricate the right hand

gear case grease fitting with 1 oz. of EP #I

grease.
CLEANING
Do not clean your tiller when the engine

and transmission are hot. We do not
recommend using pressurized water

(garden hose, etc.) to clean your unit
unless the gasket area around the

transmission and the engine muffler, air
filter and carburetor are covered to keep

water out. Water in engine will shorten the
useful life of your tiller.

• Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all

foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automo-
tive type wax.

_CAUTION: Disconnect sparkplug wire
from spark plugand place wirewhere it

cannotcome intocontactwithplug.

TILLER

TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT
Select handle height best suited for your

tilling conditions. Handle height will be
different when tiller digs into soil.

1. First loosen handle lock lever.

2. Handle can be positioned at different

settings between "HIGH" and "LOW"

positions.

3. Retighten handle lock lever securely

after adjusting.

Handle (High) Position

";i;_";'/Handle Lock Lever

Handle (Low) Position

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TIRECARE

_CAUTION: When mountingtires,unless

beads are seated, ovednflationcan
causean explosion.

• Maintain20 poundsof tirepressure. If
tire pressuresare notequal, tillerwill

pullto one side.

• Keep tiresfree of gasolineor oilwhich
can damage rubber.

TO REMOVE WHEEL

1. Place blocksundertransmissionto
keeptillerfromtipping.

2. Remove hairpinclip and clevispin

from wheel

3. Removewheel and tire.

4. Repairtire end resssemble.

TO REMOVE BELTGUARD
NOTE: For ease ofremoval,remove

hairpinclipand clevispin from leftwheel.

Pullwheelout fromtillerabout1 inch.

1. Removetwo (2) screwsfromsideof
belt guard.

2. Remove hex nut and washerfrom

bottomof belt guard (locatedbehind
wheel).

3. Pullbeltguard outand away fromunit.

4. Replace belt guardby reversing

above procedure.

_F/Hex Nut
_S _:she r

_: '_._ Behind

;uard

v \\Tire

Hairpin Clip and Clevis Pin

Lo.to,

TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT

1. Remove beltguard as describedin

"TO REMOVE BELT GUARD".

2. Remove old beltby slippingoffengine

pulleyfirstthenremove from transmls-
s_onpulley.

3. Place new belt in grooveof transmis-

sionpulleyand into enginepulley.
BELTMUST BE INGROOVE ON TOP

OF IDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION
OF BELTTO GUIDES.

4. Check belt adjustmentas dascdbed

below.

5. Replace belt guard.

6. Repositionwheel and replace clevis
pinand hairpinclip.

GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT

Forproperbelttension,theextension

springshouldhaveabout 5/8 inchstretch
when drivecontrol bar is in"ENGAGED"

position.This tensioncanbe attainedas

follows:

t. Loosencable clip screwsecudngthe

drivecontrolcable.

2. Slide cable forward for lesstension
and rearward for more tensionuntil

about
5/8 inchstretchisobtainedwhilethe

ddve controlbar is engaged.

3. Tighten cableclipscrew securely.

Idler Pulley

Screw

_ore Tension

TransmissionPulley

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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
important, worn tines cannot chop and
shred organic matter as effectively nor
bury it as deeply as good tines. A fine this

worn needs to be replaced.

• To maintain the superb tilling perfor-

mance of this machine the tines should
be checked for sharpness, wear, and
bending, particularly the tines which

are next to the transmission If the gap

between the tines exceeds 3-1/2
inches they should be replaced or

straightened as necessary.

• New tines should be assembled.

Sharpened tine edges will rotate

rearward from above.

NewTine

Shear Pin_ _

SharpEdge | _;:_

Worn Tine

ITrani_\Transmission o

T_ 3.1/_2_ Tine

f_ MAX

Counter Tine

Shear Pin Rotation

Sharp Edge __

(" Sharp \ __'_ \ Sharp

HairpinClip

Edge

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ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of
the emission control devices and sys-

tems, which are being done at the
customers expense, may be performed

by any non-road engine repair establish-
ment or individual. Warranty repairs must
be performed by an authorized engine

manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL
CABLE

1. The throttle control has been preset at
the factory and adjustment should not

be necessary, if adjustment is
necessary, proceed as follows:

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

position.

3. 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.

4. Loosen cable clamp screw.

5. Move throttle lever up until it touches

high speed stop, and hold in this
position.

6. Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

./ Clamp
/Screw
/ Casing

and Wire

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has been preset at the

factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. However, engine perfor-

mance can be affected by differences in
fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the

carburetor does need adjustment, contact
your nearest authorized service center/
department

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the
engine governor, which is factory set for
proper engine speed. Overspeeding the

engine above the factory high speed
setting can be dangerous. If you think tt

engine-governed high speed needs
adjusting, contact your nearest autho-

rized service center/department, which
has the proper equipment and experi-

ence to make any necessary adjust-

ments.

_Govemor

Control

Lever

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Immediately prepare your tiller for storage
at the end of the season or if the unit will

not be used for 30 days or more.

_,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
stodng in any enclosure.

TILLER

1. Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in

the Maintenance section of this

manual).

2. Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in

the Service and Adiustments section

of this manual).

3. Lubricate as shown in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual.

4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened. Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.

5. Touch up all rusted or chipped paint

surfaces; 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, expedence indicates that
alcohol blended fuels (catted gasohot or

using ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic

gas can damage the fuel system of an
engine while in storage.

1. Drain the fuel tank.

2. 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 stabilizer is an acceptable

alternative in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits dudng storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow the mix

ratio found on stabilizer container. Run
engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach
the carburetor, Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean oil. (See "ENGINE" in the
Maintenance section of this manual).
CYLINDER

I. Remove spark plug.

2. Pour I ounce (29 ml) of oil through
spark plug hole into cylinder.

3. Pull starter handle slowly several
times to distribute oil.

4. 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 protec-

tive cover that does not retain moisture.
Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot

breathe which allows condensation to
form and will cause your unit to rust.

IMPORTANT: Never cover tiller while
engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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PROBLEM

Willnotstart

Hard to start

Loss of power

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.

7. Loose spark plug wire.

8. Bad spark plug or
improper gap.

9. Carburetor out of adjust-
ment.

t0.Oil soaked air filter,

1. Throttlecontrolnotset
properly.

2. Dirtyair cleaner.

3. Bad spark plug or
improper gap.

4. Stale or dirty fuel.

5. Loose spark plug wire.

6. Carburetor out of adjust-
ment.

1. Engine is ovedoaded.

2. Dirtyair cleaner.

3. Low oil level/dirty oil,

4. Faultysparkplug.

5. Oil in fuel.

6. Stale or dirty fuel.

7. Water in fuel,

8. Clogged fuel tank.

9. Spark plug wire loose.

t0.Dirty engine air screen.
1t .Dirty/clogged muffler.

12.Carburetor out of adjuts-
ment.

13.Poor compression.

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CORREC_ON

t. Fill fueltank.

2. See "TO STARTENGINE"in
the Operationsection.

3. Wait severalminutesbefore
attemptingtostart.

4. Clean or replaceaimleaner
cartridge.

5. Drainfuel tank and carbure-
tor,and refilltankwithfresh
gasoline.

6. Removefuel tank and clean.

7. Make suresparkplugwireis
seatedproperlyon plug.

8. Replace sparkplug or adjust
gap,

9. Make necessaryadjust
ments.

lO,Replaceair filter.

1. Place throttlecontrolin

"FAST" position.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner
cartridge.

3. Replace sparkplug or adjust
gap.

4. Drainfuel tankand refill with
fresh gasoline.

5, Make suresparkplugwireis

seatedproperlyon plug.

6. Make necessaryadjust
ments.

1. Set depth stake and wheels
for shallower tilling.

2. Clean or replace aircleaner
cartridge.

3. Check oil level/change oil.

4. Clean and regap or change
spark plug.

5. Drain and clean fuel tank
and refill, and clean carbure

tor.

6. Drain fuel tank and refill
with fresh gasoline.

7. Drain fuel tank and carbure-
tor, and refill tank with fresh
gasoline.

8. Remove fuel tank and clean.

9. Connect and tighten spark
plug wire.

10.Clean engine air screen.

11.Clean/replace muffler.

12.Make necessary adjust-
ments.

13.Contact a Sears or other
qualified service center.

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine
overheats

Excessive 1. Ground too dry and hard. 1. Moisten ground or wait for

bounce/difficult more favorable soil condi-
handling tions.

Soil balls up or !. Ground too wet. 1. Wait for more favorable

clumps soil conditions.

Engine rune but
tiller won't

move

Engine runsbut
labors when

tilling

1. Low oil level/dirty oil.

2. Dirty engine air screen.

3. Dirty engine.

4. Partially plugged muffler.

5. Improper carburetor
adjustment.

Tine control is not

1.

engaged.

2.

V-belt not correctly
adjusted.

3.

V-belt is off pulley(s).

1.

Tilling too deep.

Throttle controlnot

2.

1. Check oil level/change oil.

2. Clean engine air screen.

3. Clean cylinder fins, air

screen, muffler area.

4. Remove and clean muffler.

5. Adjust carburetor to richer
position.

1. Engage tine control.

2. Inspect/adjust V-belt.

3. Inspect V-belt.

1. Set depth stake for shallower

tilling.

2. Check throttle control setting.

properlyadjusted.

Carburetoroutof

3.

adjustment.

Tines Skip 1. Shear pin (s) broken. 1. Replace shear pin(s).
over ground

3. Make necessary adjust
ments.

Hard to Shift !. Gears not timmed. 1. Briefly engage drive control
into gear bar and release or reck tiller

Tiller shuts off
when drive
control bar

engaged

1. Shift lever set in between

counter rotating till posi-
tion and forward rotating

till position.

2. Tines jammed.

forward and backward until

are able to shift gears.

1.

Shift to either counter
rotating till position or

forward rotating
till position.

2,

Clear tines.

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4

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 175250 Throttle, Control

2 141406 Gdp,Haodle
3 110673X Grommet, Handle

4 127254X Bar, Ddve Control Assembly
5 6712J Cap, Vinyl
6 137119 Panel,Control

7 110641X Bushing, Sl_lt
8 71191008 Screw, Pan Head #10-24
9 72010520 Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2-1/2

10 110646X Handle,Grip
11 STD624003 Clip, Hairpin

12 81328 Bolt, Shoulder
13 110741X Handle, Shift

14 109313X Grommet, Rubber
15 11070_X Rod, Shift

16 STD533710 Bolt, Carriage 3/8o16 x 1 Gr. 5
17 109229X Lcck, Handle

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

18 STD541437 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
19 19131611 Washer 13/32xl xll Ga.

20 109228X Lever, Lock, Hanole
21 15_58 Haodk_, Assemble
22 165197 Clip, Plastic, Cable

23 86777 Screw, Hex, Washer Hd, Sloited

24 9484R Cap
25 73970500 Locknut, Hex, Flange
26 110675X Clutch,Cable

27 73900400 Nut, Hex Flange 1/4-20
29 STD541462 Nut, Keps #10-24

31 1506_6 Bolt, PIvot

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US.

inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm

#10-24 x 1/2

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\

3O

2e

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

1 STD541431 Nut,Kept;FlangeS/16-18 25 STC_24003 Clip,Hair_n

2 STD551137 Washer, LoCk 3/8 26 165501X558 Guard, Belt

3 STD541037 Nut, Hex 3/8o16 27 132801 Belt, V

4 170127 Sl_eld, Inner Belt Guard 28 104679X Pufley, Idler

5 154734 Screw Shift Lever 29 12000032 Ring, KIIp
6 110111X Lever, ShJlt 30 15S229 Bracket, Idler

7 ST[To32505 B01t,Carrlage 1/4-20xl/2Gr. 5 31 1(_194X Bolt, Hex 5/16-16x10
8 8700J Plate, Shift Indicator 32 1(_141X Shaft, Idler Arm

9 86777 Screw, Hex, WasherHead, 33 STD523710 Bolt,Hex 3/6-16xl

10 9484R Clip 35 74760624 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2
11 ST1_o51125 Washer, Lock 1/4 36 1_331X Bracket, Reinforcement, L.H.
12 STD541(_5 Nut, Hex 1/4-20 37 13_612 Sheave, Engine

13 2323_506 Screw, Bet, 5/16-18 x 3/8 38 7476C544 Boft, Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 2-3/4
14 110652X Spacer, Spilt .327 x .42 x 2.09 39 140062 Cap, Plunger

15 STD551(_31 Washe( 11/32xll/16x16Ga. 40 170488 ScrewHexWsh. Hd#10-32x9/16
16 145102 Sheave, Transmission 43 69180 Nut Lock #10,24
19 12000028 Ring, Retainer 44 73800500 Nut, LOCk Hex w/ins 5/16-18

21 156117 Spacer, Spilt .327 x .42 x 1.220
22 7477(_o08 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-24 x 1/2

23 1(_190X "llre NOTE: All component dimensions given In U.S.

150750 Rm inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm
795R Tire Valve

' 24 126875X Rivet, Drilled

Slotted #10-24 x 1/2 34 1(_173X Counterweight, L.H.

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18

Y

11

KEY PART
NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

2 73970500 Locknut, Hex, Flange 5/16-18
5 10_J32X Bracket, Reinforcement

7 102173X Counter Weight, R,H,

8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 3/8
9 STD5410_7 Nut, Hex 3/8-16

10 7476_24 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2
11 STD624003 CHp,Hairpln

12 126875X Rivet, Ddlled

10

5

i

10

KEY PART
NO, NO, DESCRIPTION

13 1021gOX Tlre

150750 Fin
7O_R Tire Valve

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

16 7192J TieCable

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

1 Inch = 25.4 mm

Craftsman Model NO, 110402-
0180-E1

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11

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

1 170337 Transmission Assembly (Includes 32 106388X Spacer 0.70 x 1.00 x 1.150

2 165729 Gearcase, L,H. w/Bearing 34 1G2112X Shaft, Reduction (2nd)
3 161963 Gasket, Gearcase 36 154355 Sprocket Assemb;y w/Bearing

4 5020J Bearing, Needle (Includes Key Nos. 37 and 38)
5 1370H Washer, Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32 37 4422J Beaftng, Needle

6 137335 Pinion, Input 38 154356 Sprocket, line
7 145101 Shaft, Input 39 1(To345X Gear, Cluster, Red 1st & 2nd

8 4895H Bearing, Needle 40 105346X Gear, Reverse
9 154467 Washer, Seal 41 8358J Shaft, Redoctlon (1st)

10 7392M B_I, Steel 42 4220R Washer, Thrust
11 I00371K Spdng, Shift, Fork 43 I06146X Spacer 1.01 x 1.75 x 0.760

12 I06160X O-l_ng 44 155236 Seal Asm. O11
13 142145 Arm, Shift 48 170338 Geemase, R.H, w/Beadng

14 8353J Fork, Shift (Includes Key No, 8)
15 12000039 Ring, Kllp 49 132688 Shaft, Tine

16 154466 Shaft, Shift 50 106147X Chain, ROller #50-50Pitch
18 4358J Washer 51 17720408 Screw 1/420 x 1/2

19 1200(_40 Rlng, Klip 52 STD6410_1 Nut, Hex 5/16-18
20 10_2114X Gear, Assembly, Reverse Idler 53 165140 Seadng Kit, line Shaft

21 1G2115X Gear, ReverSe Idler 60 6855M Fitting Grease
22 6803J Beadng, Needle - - 6066J Grease, Plastilube #1

23 10_2t11X Shaft, Reverse Idler
24 STD551t43 Washer, LoCk 7/16
25 STD541143 Nut, Hex 7/16-20 NOTE: AIIcomponantdlmenaionsgiveninU.S.inches.

27 143009 Beadng, Shaft, Ground Ddve L.H, 1 Inch = 25,4 mm
28 106390X Spacer 0.765 x 1.125 x 1.23

:29 10_134X Chain #35-50 Pitch

30 150737 Ground Shaft Assembly
31 143008 Seadng, Shaft, Ground Ddve R.H.

Key Nce. 2-52) 33 1(_121X Sprocket and Gear Assembly

(Includes Key No. 4) 35 1G2101X Screw, WIdz, Lod( 5/1 6.18 x 3-1/2

(Includes Key Nce, 21 and 22) 58 17720412 Screw 1/4-20 x 3/4

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KEY PART

NO. NO.
1 739(XTo(X)

3 8393J
4 12000036

5 STD533107
5 8394J

7 8392J
8 1(Y3230X

9 102152X558
10 72140508

11 STD541031
12 STD551131

13 S_112
14 124343

16 739OO4OO
18 STD532512

19 102701X

DESCRIPTION
Nut, Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18 Unc

Pin, Stake, Depth
Ring, Klip

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

Bracket, Latch
Spring, Depth Stake

Shtald, Tthe
Bolt, Rehd Sqnk 5/16-18 Unc x 1

Nut, Hex 5/16-15
Washer, Lock 5/16

Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18 x 1-1/4
Bracket, Shield Tine

Nut, Flange lock 1/4-20
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/4 Gr. 5

Grip

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
20 ST[To41G37 Nut, Hex 3/8-16

21 10_156X Stake, Depth
22 74930632 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2
23 4440J Hinge
24 s'r[_-_32505 Bolt, Cardage 1/4-20 x 1/2

25 6712J Cap, Vinyl
26 109227X Pad, Idler

27 102686X558 ShFeld, Leveling
28 12(To88X Pin, Hinge

29 104085X558 Shield, Side

32 s'rD,541(_25 Nut, Fin, Hex 1/4-20
33 S_To51125 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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2

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(EY PART
IO, NO. DESCRIPTION

4459J Tlne, Outer, L.H.
132673 Pin, Shear

6554J Tine, Inner, LH.
3146R Clip,Hairpin

132721 AsSembly, Hub and Plate, L.H.

73610600 Nut, Hex 3/8-24
STD551137 Washer, Lock 3/8

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

8 74610616 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1
9 4460J Tine, Outer, R.H.

10 132722 Assembly, Hub and Plate, R.H.
11 6555J Tlne, Inner, R.H.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

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KEY PART

NO, NO. DESCRIPTION

1 176738 Decal, Service CNTRL PNL

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4 137538 Decal, Caution, Drive Contrdi

5 120431X Decal, Hand Ptacement
6 102180X Decal, Shift Indicator
7 166138 Decal, Operation Intak

8 167156 Decal, B & S Intak
9 120075X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines

10 187984 Decal, Tlne, Shield, Counter Rotating Tines
11 171078 Decal, Rewind Intek

12 162215 Decal, Tlne, Shield, Warning Dora
13 163094 Decal, Tine Depth Stake

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

1 693811 Cylinder Assembly 125 694112 Carburetor

2 399269 Bushing/Seal Kit 127 223472 _ Welch Plug
3 299819 • Oil Seal 130 691181 Throttle Valve

5 693643 Cylinder Head 133 398187 Carburetor Float
7 273489 =+ Cylinder Head Gasket 134 398188 _ Needle Valve

11 692600 Breather Tube 137 693981 _1:1:Float Bowl Gasket
ltA 693647 Breather Tube 146 94388 Timilg Ksy

12 692549 ° Crankcase Gasket 155 692556 CylindeHer ed Plate
13 691137 Screw (Cylinder Head) 163 693458,+ _:l:AIr Cleaner Gasket

15 94916 Oil Drain Plug 186 493496 Hose Connector
16 693797 Crankshaft 187 492790 Fuel Line (Cut to Required

18 694466 Crankcase Cover Length

20 692550 ° Oil Seal 187A 692601 Fuel Line (Molded)
21 281658 Oil Fill Cap 188 94644 Screw Control Bracket)
22 692551 Screw (Crankcase Cover) 189 691295 Rocker Arm Ba
23 692987 Flywheel 190 692127 Screw (Fuel Tank)

24 222698 Flywheel Key 190A 94644 Screw (Fuel Tank)

25 690021 Piston Assembly (Standard) 209 693710 Governor Spring

694167 Piston Assembly (.010" O/S) 209A 261306 Govemor Spring
694168 Piston Assembly (.020" Q/S) 219 693578 Governor Gear

694169 Piston Assembly (.030" O/S) 220 221551 Washer (Governor Gear)

26 499631 Ring Set (Standard) 222 694253 Control Bracket

692785 Ring Set (.010" O/S) 227 692573 Governor Lever
692786 Ring Set (.020" O/S) 238 691300 Valve Cap

692787 Ring Set (.030" O/S) 265 221535 Casing Clamp

27 263190 Piston Pin Lock 267 692577 Screw (Casing Clamp)
28 499423 Piston Pin 276 271716 (_:_ Sealing Washer

29 499424 Connecting Rod
30 692562 Connecting Rod Dipper 300 693593 Exhaust Muffler

32 94699 Screw (Connecting Rod) 304 693621 Housing-Slower
33 499642 Exhaust Valve 305 692608 Screw (Blower HOUsing)

34 499641 Intake Valve 306 693610 Cylinder Shield
35 691304 Valve Spring (Intake) 307 690345 Screw (Cylinder Shield)

36 691304 Valve Spring (Exhaust) 332 94877 Nut (Flywheel)
40 93312 Valve Retainer 333 692605 Armature-Magneto

45 262679 Valve Tappet 334 94731 Screw (Magneto Armature)
46 693404 Sparkplug

51 692555o+g¢lntake Gasket (2 Required) 356 398808 Stop Wire
55 891422 Rewind Starter Housing 358 690031 Gasket Set
56 498144 Pulley/Spring Assembly 363 19069 Flywheel Puller
57 498144 Pulley/S_ring Assembly 365 692568 Screw (Carburetor)

58 693449 StarterHope
60 391101 Starter Rope Gdp RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100

65 94904 Screw (Rewind Starter) High Speed: 3000-3200
95 94098 Screw (Throttle Valve

97 690024 Throttle Shaft -- Included in Gasket Set, Bef Humber 358.

98 398185 Idle Spsed Kit
104 691242 a Float Hinge Pin

108 692567 Choke Valve
109 693628 Choke Shaft

117 493763 Main Jet
121 690032 Carburetor Kit
122 693749 _ Carburetor Spacer

Camshaft 337 491055

281 694252 Control Panel

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NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
383 19374 Spark Plug Wrench 832 693583 Muffler Guard

415 693463 Oil Fill Plug 836 94896 Screw (Muffler Guard)
423 690349 Screw Air Cleaner Base) 836A 693624 Screw (Mounting)
423A 94929 Screw Ar Cleaner Base) 843 694061 Lever Sleeve

427 692575 Nut (Control Bracket) 851 493880 Sparkplug Terminal
445 690610 AiC Cartridge Filter 868 498592 ,+ Valve Seal

455 692591 Flywheel Cup 875 693459 Air Cleaner Base
456 281503 Pawl FdcUco Plate 883 272309 Exhaust Gasket

459 281505 Ratchet Pawl 914 94786 Screw (Rocker Cover 7/16"
467 493903 Air Cleaner Knob Long)

478 693709 Panel 914A 692557 Screw (Rocker Cover 3/8"
504 495659 Washer Set Long)
505 231082 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 957 493988 Fuel Tank Cap

552 692346 Governor Crank Bushing 958 692586 Shutoff Valve
562 94852 Bolt (Governor Control Lever) 961 693598 Screw Air Cleaner Bracket

592 94908 Nut (Rewind Starter) 967 273356 Pre.Ceaner F tsr
597 94943 Screw (Pawf Fdollon Plate) 968 693460 Air Cleaner Cover
601 95162 Hose Clamp 972 692587 Fuel Tank

608 497830 Rewind Starter 975 493640 Float Bowl
613 94706 Screw (Muffler) 977 690033 Carburetor Gasket Set
615 692576 Governor Shaft Retainer 993 691892 -+ Cy,nder Head Plate Gasket

616 692547 Governor Crank 1005 692592 Fan-Flywheel
619 691108 Screw (Cytinder Head Plate) 1019 690035 Label

621 396847 Stop Switch 1022 693790 .+ Rocker Cover Gasket
632 693408 Spring/Link(Mechanical 1023 499924 Rocker Cover

633 693867 _. Washer (Choke Shaft) 1029 691230 RockerArm
635 805529 Spark Plug Boot 1033 690034 Valve Overhaul Kit

663 694593 Screw Control Panel) 1034 691343 Push Rod Guide
676 393757 Muffet Deflector 1036 695041 Emissions Label

677 94896 Screw (Muffler Deflector) 1044 692590 Screw (Flywheel)
689 263073 FrictionSpdng 1050 692558 Nut RockerArm)

692 690572 Detent Spring (Choke) 1054 280275 Cabe Te
708 691321 Washer (Throttle Shaft) 1058 273700 Owner's Manual

717 693462 Air Cleaner Bracket 1113 692577 Screw (Panel)
718 230192 Locating Pin ---- 121432-0036-E2Replacemant Engine

736 693560 Nut Ctip
741 263157 TimingGear RPM Settings:Low Speed: 1900-2100
742 692564 Ring-Retaining High Speed: 3000-3200

746 692566 Gear-tdler
798 692559 Screw (ROckerArm) • Included In Gasket Set, Ref Number 358.

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