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Owner's Manual

IC""FTSMeN'I

FRONT TINE TILLER

5.0 HP

24 Inch Tine Width

Model No.

917.291480

This product has a low emission engine which operates

[_ differently from previously built engines. Before start the

you

engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.

IMPORTANT:

Read and follow all Safety

Rules and Instructions before

operating this equipment.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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

Summary of content (48 pages)

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Owner's Manual IC""FTSMeN'I FRONT TINE TILLER 5.0 HP 24 Inch Tine Width Model No. 917.291480 [_ This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual. IMPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman IL 60179 U.S.A.
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Warranty ................................................ Manintenance ...................................... 11 Service and Adjustments ..................... 13 Storage ............................................ 3&16 Troubleshooting ................................... 17 Illustrated Parts List ............................. 36 Sears Service ........................ Back Cover 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 2 Product Specifications ........................... 4 Assembly .....
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• 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 recommended by manufacturer). • 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.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER Gasoline 3 Qts Capacity: Unleaded OiI(API-SF-SJ): (Capacity: 20 oz.) = Read and observe the safety rules. = Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tiller. • Follow the instructions under the "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual.
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Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with the 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 ASSEMBLY Front FOR A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
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UNPACK HANDLE CARTON INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY & INSTALL 1. Loosen nut "A". 2. Insert stake support between engine bracket halves with stake spring down. 3. Bolt stake support to engine brackets with bolts, lock washers and nuts. Tighten securely. Tighten nut "A". 4. Depth stake must move freely. If it does not, loosen support bolt. A(_CAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of cartoning material.
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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 locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ORWARNING ON OFF Forward Tine Control Control Control Tine Shield Depth Stake Recoil Starter Handle Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. FORWARDTINE CONTROL - Engages tines in forward direction.
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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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOWTO USE YOUR TILLER WHEELS Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin. Change wheel position. Replace the hairpin clip and clevis pin.
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4. Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then re-level. 5. With engine level, refill to point of overflowing if necessary. Replace oil filler plug. • 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 Maintenance section of this manual. Oil TO START ENGINE _I_CAUTION: Keep tine control in "OFF" position when starting engine.
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BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER • 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. • Set depth stake and wheel height for shallow tilling when working extremely hard soil or sod. Then work across the first cuts at normal depth.
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/ Ig SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE _ _o _O_/._?_; R EGU LAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES _ Change Engine Oil 1_1,2 Oil Pivot Points I_ Inspect Spark Arrester V / Muffler V Inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Replace 4 /_/_/_/z_/ Check Engine Oil Level Clean Engine _,_ Air Cleaner Cylinder Cartridge V Fins V Spark Plug 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Servicemore often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
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_lLCAUTION:Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris. Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns. ENGINE LUBRICATION 5. Refill engine with oil.
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type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of this manual. TRANSMISSION Your transmission is sealed and will not require lubrication unless serviced. Muffler 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.
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NARROW TILLING/CULTIVATING 12-3/4" PATH • Remove outer tines. - NOTE: If "ON" position check required adjustment, recheck "OFF" position adjustment to insure tines do not rotate when control is "OFF" (up). Tine Control "OFF" Position coo ool Inner Tines Onl NOTE: When reassembling outer tines, be sure right tine assembly (marked "R") and left tine assembly (marked "12')are mounted to correct side of tine shaft. Cable Clip .
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CHECK TINE OPERATION 4. See "TINE OPERATION this section of manual. 5. Replace belt guard ENGINE CHECK" in 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 individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.
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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. _ILCAUTION: 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. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Will not start CAUSE CORRECTION 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 adjustment. Hard to start 1. Throttle control not set properly. 2. Dirty air cleaner. 3. Bad spark plug or improper gap. 4. Stale or dirty fuel. 5.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM Engine overheats CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Low oil level/dirty oil. 2. Dirty engine air screen. 3. Dirty engine. 4. Partially plugged muffler. 5. Improper carburetor adjustment. Excessive bounce/difficult 1. Ground too dry and hard. handling 2. Wheels and depth stake incorrectly adjusted. 1. Check oil level/change oil. 2. Clean engine air screen. 3. Clean cylinder fins, airscreen, muffler area. 4.
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Garanfia ....................................................... 19 Reglas de Seguridad ................................... 19 Especificaciones del producto ..................... 21 Montaje ........................................................ 22 Operaci6n .............................................. 20&24 Programa De Mantenimiento ....................... 28 Mantenimiento ............................................. 28 Servicio y Ajustes ........................................ 30 Almacenamiento ....
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OPERACION • No ponga ni las manos ni los pies cerca o debajo de las piezas rotatorias. • Tenga mucho cuidado cuando opere o cruce entradas para autom6viles de ripio, senderos o caminos. Est_ alerta en Io que se refiere a los peligros escondidos o at tr&fico. No Ileve pasajeros. • Despu_s de pegarle a un objeto extraSo, pare el motor, remueva el atambre de la bujia, inspeccione la cultivadora cuidadosamente, para verificar si hay daSos, y repare el daSo antes de volver a arrancar y operar la cultivadora.
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ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO Capacidad de Gasolina: 3 Cuartos Sin plomo, Regular Aceite (API-SF-SJ): (Capacidad: 20 oz.) Bujia : (Abertura:0,030") SAE 30 (Sobre 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (Debajo 32°F) Champion RC12YC RESPONSABILIDADES DEL CLIENTE • Lea y observe las reglas de seguridad. • Siga un programa regular de mantenimiento, cuidado y uso de su cultivadora. • Siga las instrucciones descritas en las secciones "Mantenimiento" y "Almacenamiento" de este Manual del DueSo.
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Su cultivadora nueva ha sido montada en la f&brica, con la excepci6n de aquellas partes que se dejaron sin montar per razones de env/o. Para asegurarse que la cultivadora operar& en forma segura y adecuada, todas las partes y los artfculos de ferreterfa que monte tienen que estar apretados en forma segura. Use las herramientas correctas, segen sea necesario, para asegurarse de que queden apretadas en forma segura.
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INSTALACION DEL CONJUNTO DE LA ESTACA DE PROFUNDIDAD 1. Afioje la tuercas"A". 2. Inserte el soporte de la estaca entre las mitades del puntal del motor, con el resorte de la estaca hacia abajo. 3. Aperen el soporte de la estaca en los puntales del motor con los pernos hexagonates, las arandelas de seguridad y tas tuercas. Apri_tetos en forma segura. Tambi6n apriete las tuercas "A'. 4. La estaca de profundidad se tiene que mover libremente. Si no 1o hace, suelte el perno de soporte.
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CONOZCA SU CULTIVADORA LEA ESTE MANUAL DEL DUEI_IO Y LAS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ANTES DE OPERAR SU CUTIVADORA Compare las ilustraciones con su cultivadora para familiarizarse con la ubicaci6n de los diversos controles y ajustes. Guarde este manual para referencia en el futuro. Estos simbolos pueden apareser sobre su cultivadora en la literatura proporcionada producto. Aprenda y comprenda sus significados.
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La operaci6n de cualquier cultivadora puede hacer que salten objetos extraSos dentro de sus ojos, to que puede producir daSos graves en 6stos. Siempre use anteojos de seguridad o protecciones para los ojos antes de hacer arrancar su cuttivadora o mientras est6 labrando con 611a. Recomendamos el uso de la mascara de seguridad de visi6n amplia, para uso sobre los espejuelos o anteojos de seguridad estAndar.
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5. Conel motornivelado,vuelvaa Ilenarlo hastael puntodederramarse, si es necesario.Vuelvaa colocareltap6ndeldep6sito derellenodeaceite. • Paralaoperaci6nenclimaiffo,debecambiarseel aceiteparafacilitarel arranque(vea la"TABLADEVlSCOSIDAD DELACEITE" entasecci6ndeMantenimiento eneste manual). • Paracambiarel aceitedelmotor,veala secci6ndeMantenimiento enestemanual. Nivel del deposito de relleno de aceite AGREGUE GASOLINA • Llene el estanque de combustible.
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RODAJE DE SU CULTIVADORA Use su(s) correa(s), las poleas y el control de los brazos antes de empezar a labrar. • Haga arrancar el motor, saque los brazos fuera det suelo presionando los mangos hacia abajo y enganche el control de los brazos para hacer arrancar la rotaci6n de los brazos. Permita que los brazos roten por cinco minutos. • Revise la operaci6n de los brazos y aj_stelos, si es necesado. Vea "REVISION DE LA OPERACION DE LOS BRAZOS" en la secci6n de Servicio y Ajustes de este manual.
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PROGRAMA DE MANTENIMIENTO /iZ!/I/I/ LLENE LAS FECHAS DE MEDIDA QUE COMPLETE SU SERVICIO REGULAR Revisar el nivel del aceite Cambiar Aceitar del motor el aceite del motor los puntos de pivote lnspeccionar el supresor lnspeccionar la rejila Limpiar/cambiar Limpiar las aletas Cambiar la bujia DE SERVICIO _ I_ _11_,_ I_ del silenciador de aire el cartucho del cilindro II_ I1_ del filtro de aire _2 del motor V' 1- Cambiar mas menudo cuando se opere bajo carga pesada o en ambientes con al
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3. A(_PRECAUCl6N: Desconecte el alambre de la bujia antes de dar mantenimiento (excepto por el ajuste del carburador) para evitar que el motor arranque por accidente. iEvite los incendios! Mantenga el motor sin c_sped, hojas, aceite o combustible derramado. Remueva el combustible del estanque antes de inclinar la unidad para darle mantenimiento. Limpie el c6sped, la mugre y la basura del Area del silenciador.
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BUJ|A Cambie las bujfas al comienzo de cada temporada de cultivo, o despu6s de 50 horas de uso, Io que suceda primero. El tipo de bujfa y la abertura aparece en las "ESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO ° en la p&gina 21 de este manual. TRANSMISI()N Su transmisi6n est& sellada y no va a necesitar lubricaci6n. Aletas del cilindor Silenciador \ a del ventilador ilia de aire LIMPIEZA No limpie su cultivadora cuando el motor y ta transmisi6n est6n calientes.
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CULTIVO/LABRADO ESTRECHO - PASO DE 12-3/4" • Remueva los brazos extedores. 7. Si los brazes no rotan, el alambre interior del cable de control estA demasiado suelto. Suelte la abrazadera del cable y empuje el cable hacia arriba para remover la soltura y vuelva a apretar la abrazadera. 8. Vuelva a revisar en la posici6n de "ENCENDIDO" (ON) y aj_stelo si es necesario.
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PARA CAMBIAR LA CORREA V Cambie ta correa V si se ha estirado considerablemente o si est& partida o si los bordes estAn desgastados. 1. La protecci6n de ta correa tiene que removerse para darle servicio a la correa. Vea "PARA REMOVER LA PROTECCION DE LA CORREA" en esta secci6n de este manual.
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AVISO: El estabilizador de combustible es una altemativa aceptable para reducir a un minimo la formaci6n de dep6sitos de goma en et combustible durante el perbdo de almacenamiento. Agregue estabilizador a la gasolina en el estanque de combustible o en el envase para el almacenamiento. Siempre siga la proporci6n de mezcla que se encuentra en el envase del estabilizador. Haga funcionar el motor por Io menos 10 minutos despu6s de agregar el estabilizador, para permitir que 6ste llegue al carburador.
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IDENTIFICACI(_N DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la seccidn apropiada en el manual a menos que estd dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA No arranca CORRECCION CAUSA 1. Sin combustible. 2. Motor sin la"ESTRANGULACION" (CHOKE) adecuada. 3. Motor ahogado. 4. Filtro de aire sucio. 5. Agua en el combustible. 6. Estanque de combustible taponado. 7. Alambre de la bujfa suelto. Dificil de arrancar 8. Buj[a mata o abertura inadecuada. 9. Carburador desajustado. 8. Cambie la bujfa o ajuste la abertura. 9.
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IDENTIFICACION DE PROBLEMAS: Vea la seccibn apropiada en el manual a menos que estd dirigido a un centro de servicio Sears. PROBLEMA El motor se calienta dem asiado CORRECCION i CAUSA I Nivel del aceite bajo/aceite sucio. 1. Revise el nivel del aceite/cambie el aceite. 2. Rejilla de aire del motor sucia. 3. Motor sucio. 2. Limpie la rejilla de aire del motor. 3. Limpie las aletas del cilindro, la rejilla de aire y el Area del silenciador. 4. Remueva y limpie el silenciador. il. 4.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 HANDLES 1 38 3 36 35 7 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 3 12 13 14 18 19 20 Panel, Control Grip, Handle Nut, Flange Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18x3/4 Assembly, Panel and Tube Cable, Tine Control Lever, Control, Tine Pin, Pivot 137118 9266R 98000129 STD533107 181476 3066J 151229 154805 KEY NO. PART NO.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY _9 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Screw Set 5/16-18 x 3/8 Patch Sheave, Engine Screw, Tap Hex Head Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-20 x 3/4 Bolt, Thd Roller 1/4-20 x 2-1/2 Shield, Inner Belt Guard Screw Hex Wsh Hd #8-18 x 1/2 Spacer Split Guard, Belt Pad, Idler Clip, Cable V-Belt 23230506 130812 86777 74610812 17490440 174898 170488 139155 165768X558 109227X 9484R 9180R KEY NO. PART NO.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY 7 1 2 11 22 4 7 16 17 20 19 18 17 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 Pin, Clevis Bolt, He>
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 TINE ASSEMBLY 2 1 2 2 6 5 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 Tine, Oute£R.H. Retainer, Spring Zinc Tine, lnner, R.H. Tine, lnner, LH. 5 156925 Tine, Outer, LH. 6 4929H Pin, Clevis NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 156926 3146R 156924 156923 39 PART NO.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 TRANSMISSION 3 5 11 14 14 _, 10 8 10 14 11 12 KEY NO. 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 14 PART NO. 74760524 STD523732 STD551037 STD541437 9056R558 165835 165834 73970500 74760544 176112 9173R DESCRIPTION Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2 Bolt, Fin, Hex 3/8-16 x 3-1/4 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 Locknut, w/washer 3/8-16 Shield, Tine Bracket, Engine, R.H. Bracket, Engine, LH. Nut, Lock 5/16-18 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 2-3/4 Transmission Spacer, Split KEY NO. PART NO.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 DECALS 12 9 / 8_ 11_ 7 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 -- 186015 166215 137539 120431X 176783 120075X 167156 171078 162215 186048 186029 Decal, Logo Decal, Belt Guard Tine Shield HP Decal, Cntrl Phi Inst. Decal, Hand Placement Decal, Engine Oper.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 126402,TYPE NO. 0206-E1 3s® 238© 36_ 300 307 24 15A@ 415 718 _ 22_ "k REQUIRES 21_ SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. _ 11058 OWNER S MANUAL I 742 _ _ 2_.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 126402,TYPE NO.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 126402,TYPE 209_ 2221 J-_ 427_ NO.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 126402,TYPE 65_56 592 60 1211 1210 I 1036 EMISSIONS 597 LABEL] 231 1005 3% 304 1o7 305_ 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 868_ 993 51 45 NO.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 126402,TYPE KEY NO. PART NO.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.291480 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 126402,TYPE KEY NO. PART NO.
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