Owner's Manual I:RRFTXMRN" 6.0 HP 17 INCH TINE WIDTH REAR TINE WITH COUNTER ROTATING TINE_ TILLER Model No. 917.293311 • • • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Espa_ol Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. For answers to your questions about this product, Call: 1-800-659-5917 Sears Craftsman Help Line 5 am - 5 pro, Mon - Sat Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.
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• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except where specifically recommended by manufacturer). OPERATION • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. • Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or reads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT GASOLINE CAPACITY: 3 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details. OIL (API-SF/SG/SH): 3APACITY: 19 OZ.) SAE 30 (ABOVE 40°F) SAE5W-30/10W-30 CUSTOMER (BELOW SPARK PLUG : GAP: .
Yournewtiller has been assembled at the front 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. RIGHT LEFT TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench easier.
UNPACKING CARTON _kCAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of cartoning material. IMPORTANT:When unpacking and assembling tiller, be careful not to stretch or kink cables. bly "UP" Position Tighten handle lock lever to hold Loosen Handle Lock Lever to Move • While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties securing handle assembly to top frame. Let handle assembly rest on tiller. • Remove top frame of carton. • Slowly ease handle assembly up and place on top of carton.
INSERT CABLE CLIP Shift Lever Indicator Hairpin • Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the back of handle column. Push cables Shift Rod into clip. Handle Column Cables Cable Clip CONNECT SHIFT ROD • Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of shift lever indicator. REMOVE • Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure with bend of clip on right side. [J"'_-Attach this End To shift TILLER FROM CRATE • Adjust handle assemby to lowest position.
These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature Learn and understand their meaning. supplied with the product. KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S TILLER. MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety 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 stop movement. • Move shift lever to "N" (neutral) position.
TURNING CHECK • Release the drive control bar. • Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. • Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position. Tines will not turn. • Lift handle to raise tines out of ground. • Swing the handle in the opposite direction you wish to turn, being careful to keep feet and legs away from tines. • When you have completed your turnaround, release the drive control bar and lower handle. Place shift lever in till position and move throttle control to desired speed.
_I_CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow for fuel expansion. If gasoline is accidentally spilled, move machine away from area of spill. Avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have disappeared. Do net overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. TO START ENGINE ,_CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in ISENGAGED" position when starting engine.
o ol o olo O OI O OIO O OI O OIO ;O O! O OIO 2" 5 6 = 1 ,CULTIVATING TINE Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to prevent them from robbing 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.
SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE Check Engine Oil Level .._ _/o_///_/_L I_ V' Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points =/_ / 1_1.21 I_' Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler Inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge I_ 2 Clean Engine Cylinder Fins I_ Replace Spark Plug RH Gear Case Grease Fitting (loz,) I_ 1 - Change more often when operating ut_der a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
ACAUTION: 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. • Remove oil fill plug. • Refill engine with oil through oil fill tube.
Knob MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do r tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create 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. Cover_ Stud SPARK COOLING SYSTEM Your engine is air cooled. For proper engine performance and long life keep your engine clean.
TIRE CARE 7 _Hex _F/_____ J_..._ '_ _ _ _- ,'_" "_k _IbCAUT|ON: When mounting tires, unless beads are seated, overinflation can cause an explosion. • Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. If tire pressures are not equal, tiller will pull to one side. • Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which can damage rubber. TO REMOVE WHEEL • Place blocks under transmission • • • • _ 3el Guard • Repair tire and reassemble.
TINE REPLACEMENT • To maintain the superb tilling performance of this machine the tines shouk _I_CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear gloves or other protection when handling tines. 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 A badly worn tine causes your tiller to work harder and dig more shallow.
ENGINE TO ADJUST 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. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.
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. _kCAUTION: 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" the Maintenance section of this • • • • in manual).
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. 10. Oil soaked air filter. 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. Loose spark plug wire. 6. Carburetor adjustment. Loss of power out of. 1.
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine overheats 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 handling 1. Ground too dry and hard. 2. Depth stake incorrectly adjusted. 1. Check oil level/change oil. 2. Clean engine air screen. 3. Clean cylinder fins, air screer muffler area. 4. Remove and clean muffler, 5. Adjust carburetor to richer position.
TILLER-- MODEL NUMBER 917,293311 HANDLES 3 4 7 8 • g • 2 ,_'-.'_-a '_--_, "_;-S:-_._' 15 \23 11 \ 31 ,\ \ \ KEY PART NO. NO.
TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293311 MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE 3 g 8 35 31 46 30 28 3 23 4O 15 24 2S_ KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 STD541031 STD551137 STD54t037 170127 154734 110111X STD532505 8700J 86777 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 19 21 22 23 9484R STD551125 STD541025 23230506 110652X STD551031 145102 12000028 156117 74770508 5015J 128952 795R 126875X 24 KEY PART NO. NO.
TILLER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.293311 MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE 16 13 12 5 s 8 11 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 166532 73970500 STD551031 S'fD523107 102332X STD523120 102173X STD551137 STD541037 74760524 S_4003 126875X lO DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. 13 5015J 128952 795R 14 S'rD541431 15 ...... Bumper Locknut, Hax, Flange 5/16-18 *Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16Ga. Bolt, Hax 5/16-18 x 3/4 Bracket, Reinforcement Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 2 CounterWeight, R,H.
TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293311 TRANSMISSION 12,, 15 24 48 44 51 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 1_337 2 165729 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16 19 20 161963 5020J 1370H 137335 145101 4895H 154467 7392M 100371K 106160X 142145 8353J 12000039 154466 4358J 12000040 102114X 21 22 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 102115X 6803J 102111X STD551143 STD541143 143009 106390X 102134X 150737 54 DESCRIPTION Transmission Assembly (Includes Key NOS.2-52) Gearcase, LH.w/Bearing (Includes Key No.
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293311 TINE SHIELD KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 PART NO. 73900500 161415X558 8393J 12000036 STD533107 8394J 8392J 109230X 124289X558 STD533110 STD541031 STD551131 STD533112 124311X 161414X658 73900400 162175 STD532512 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Nut, LockHexFlangeS/16*18UNC Shield, Side, Outer L H.
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293311 TINE ASSEMBLY 9 11 9 9 9 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PART NO. 4459J 132673 6554J 3146R 132727 73610600 STD551137 74610616 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Tine, Outer, L.H. Pin, Shear Tine, lnner, L.H. *Clip,Hairpin Assembly, Hub and Plate, L.H. Nut, Hex 3/8-24 *Washer, Lock 3/8 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1 PART NO. 9 4460J 10 132728 11 6555J DESCRIPTION Tine, Outer, R.H. Assembly, Hub and Plate, R.H. Tine, Inner, R.H.
TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293311 DECALS 15 14 12 1 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 - - PART NO.
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293311 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON -- MODEL NUMBER 110402-0180-E1 307 415 718 _ __ 27_ REQUIRESSPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONMANUAL.
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TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293311 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATrON - - MODEL NUMBER 110402-0180-E1 KEY PART NO. NO.
TILt.ER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293311 ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 110402-0180-E1 KEY PART NO. NO.
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