Operator's Manual II:RRFI"SMRN I 8 HORSEPOWER REAR TINE TILLER Model No: 987.293330 CAUTION: • Safety Rules Before using this tiller, read this manual and follow all its Safety Rules and Operating Instructions, • • • • Assembly Operation Maintenance Parts Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Visit the Craftsman web page:www.sears.
SAFETY RULES _ CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS. TRAINING 1. Carefully read this Owner's Manual and anyother literature you may receive before operating this equipment. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tiller and its.engine. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. 2.
SAFETY RULES 10. Never use the tiller unlessproper guards,plates,or other safetyprotective devicesare in place. 11. Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly poison that is odorless, colorless, and tasteless. 1;'. Keep childrenand pets away. 13. Never operatethe tiller under engine power if the Wheel Gear Lever is in DISENGAGE(FREEWHEEL).
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman tiller. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy,please contact your nearest Sears Service Center/Department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this machine. Please read and retain this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ii SAFETY RULES ................................................... PRODUCT WARRANTY SPECIFICATIONS .............................. .......................................................... ACCESSORIES .................................................... CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACKAGE ASSEMBLY ........................................................... 2 SERVICE 4 STORAGE 4 TROUBLESHOOTING 6 DECALS ..............................................................
ACCESSORIES These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are available at most Sears retail outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your tiller.
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Hardware packed in carton 10 ©© ©© 2 Figure 1.3 T00LS/MATERIALS Ref. No, Hardware Description Qty. NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY 1 Height Adjustment Handle (for handlebar) ........... 1 (1) * 3/8" open end wrench 2 Keyed Washer (for height adjustment handle) ..... 1 (2) * 9/16" open end wrenches 3 Plastic Tie Strap ................................................... 4 (1) Scissors (to trim plastic ties) 4 Hairpin Cotter ...........................................
ASSEMBLY Read these instructions completely before you attempt to assemble or operate your new equipment. Your tiller has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left'unassembled for shipping purposes. Steps in this section show you how to assemble them. To ensure safe and proper operation of your machine, all parts and hardware you install or adjust must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.
ASSEMBLY STEP2: Attach ReverseClutch Lever 1. Slide the Reverse Clutch Lever (removed in Step 1) down through the hole in the left side of the handlebar control panel and pass it above the cross-brace at the lower end of the handlebar. 2. Insert the end of the lever (I, Figure 2-5) through the hole in the pivot (J). Note that there are two small holes in the lower end of the lever. 3. Install a 5/16" flat washer (K) and secure it with a hairpin cotter (L) through the bottom hole in the lever.
ASSEMBLY STEP4: CheckGearOil Levelin TranS'm[ssion The transmission was filled with gear oil at the factory. However, be sure to check the oil level at this time. 1. Move the tiller to a level area. 2. Pull the Depth Regulator Lever (N, Figure 2-9) straight back and then slide it to the second notch from the top. If the lever does not move freely, lift the tine hood flap and look for a plastic tie securing the lever in place. Cut and remove the tie. 3.
,, ASSEMBLY STEP7: CheckAir Pressurein Tires S Use an automotive-type tire pressure gauge to check the air pressure in both tires. Deflate or inflate both tires evenly from 15-to-20 PSI (pounds per square inch). Be sure that both tires have the same air pressure or the unit witl pull to one side. STEP8 : CheckHardwarefor Tightness .Figure2.13. Attach throttle cable with plastic ties (S). Attach wheel gear cable with plastic ties (U).
OPERATION KNOWYOURTILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. cation and function of all features and controls on the equipment. Save this manual for future reference. Know the lo- ReverseClutch Wheel G'ear _Lever MEETS ANSI B71.8 - 1996 SAFETY STANDARD This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8 - 1996, which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, Inc., and is published by the American National Standards Institute, Inc.
' ' OPERATION ForwardClutch The two interconnected levers (B, Figure 3-2) control the engagement of forward drive to the wheels and power to the tines. To Operatethe ForwardClutch: 1, Before engaging the Forward Clutch, put the Wheel Gear Lever in the ENGAGE position (sea "WARNING" below). 2_, Lift and hold one or both of the levers against the handlebar grips to engage the wheels and tines. 3. Release BOTH levers to disengage the wheels and tines.
OPERATION DepthRegulator WARNING This lever (D, Figure 3-4) controls the tilling depth of the tines. Pull the lever straight back and slide it up or down to engage the notched height settings. The highest notch (lever all the way down) raises the tines approximately 1-1/2 inches off the ground. This "travel" position allows the tiller to be moved without the tines digging into the ground. Moving the lever up increases the tilling depth.
OPERATION ENGINECONTROLS IMPORTANT: The engine is equipped with a recoil starter, a handlebar-mounted engine throttle lever, and a choke control The locations and functions of each of these controls are described below. are three settings: FULL CHOKE, PARTIAL CHOKE and NO CHOKE. Detailed instructions for using the choke lever are provided later in this section. EngineThrottle Lever RecoilStarter The recoil starter (G, Figure 3-7) is used to "pull-start" the engine.
OPERATION Fill Fuel Tank The engine must be off and cool before removing fuel fill cap (Figure 3-9). Clean area around fuel fill cap and then remove fill cap. Be sure to use clean, fresh unleaded regular gasoline. Do not mix oil with gasoline. NOTE: Do not use gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol). Never use stale gasoline left over from last season or unused for long periods.
i, OPERATION CAUTION To help prevent serious personal injury or damage to equipment: • Before starting engine, put Wheel Gear Lever in ENGAGE position. • Before starting engine, put ForwardClutchLeversand Reverse Clutch Lever in neutral (disengaged)positions by releasinglevers. • Never mn engine indoorsor in enclosed,poorlyventilatedareas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless,colorlessanddeadlygas. • Avoid engine muffler and nearby areas. Temperatures in these areas may exceed 150o1.
OPERATION 5. For reverse motion of the tiller (tines and wheels): (a) Look behind and exercise caution when operating in reverse. Do not till while in reverse. (b) Stop all forward motion before reversing. Lift the handlebars with one hand until the tines are off the ground and then pull the Reverse Clutch lever out to ....engage reverse motion (see , Figure 3-12). To stop reverse motion, let go of the Reverse Clutch lever. 6. To Turn the Tiller Around: (a) Practice turning the tiller in a level, open area.
OPERATION Tilling Tips & Techniques Let the tiller do the work • While tiUing, relax and let the wheels pull the tiller along whilethe tines do the digging. Walk on the side that is ' notyet finished (to avoid making footprints in the freshly tilled soil) and lightly, but securely grip the handlebar with just one hand. See Figure 3-11. • Avoid the temptation to push down on the handlebars in an attempt to force the tiller to dig deeper.
OPERATION Tilling Tips & Techniques Tilling on slopes Tilling up and downslopes If you must gardenon a moderate slope, pleasefollow two very important guidelines: • To keepsoil erosion to a minimum, be sureto add enoughorganicmatter to the soil so that it has good moistureholding textureand try to avoid leaving footprints or wheel marks. 1. Till only on moderate slopes, never on steep groundwhere footing is difficult (review safety rules in the "Safety" section of this manual). 2.
OPERATION LOADING ANDUNLOADING THETILLER WARNING Loading and unloading the tiller into a vehicle is potentially hazardous and we don't recommend doing so unless absolutely necessary, as this could result in personal injury or property damage. However, if you must load or unload the tiller, follow the guidelines given next. • Before loading or unloading, stop the engine, wait for all parts to stop moving, disconnect the spark plug wire and let the engine and muffler cool.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. REQUIRED MAINTENANCE Before Each Use PROCEDURE SCHEDULE Every 10 Hours The warranty on this machine does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
CUSTOMER B RESPONSIBILITIES parts to come to a complete stop, disconnectspark plug wire and movewire away from spark plug. Failure Before to follow these cleaning instructions can result in serious injury or ARNING inspecting, or servicing the unit, shut offpersonal engine, wait for all propertydamage.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES B parts to come to a completestop, disconnectspark plug wire and movewire away from spark plug. Failure Before to follow these cleaning instructions can result unit, in serious injury or ARNING inspecting, or servicingthe shut offpersonal engine, wait for all propertydamage, Transmission Gear 0il Service Check the transmission gear oil level every 30 hours of operation or when you notice any oil leak. Operating the tiller when the transmission is low on.0il .
CUSTOMER g parts to come to a completestop, disconnectspark plug wire and movewire away from spark plug. Failure Before to follow these cleaning instructions can result in serious injury or ARNING inspecting, or servicing the unit, shut offpersonal engine, wait for all propertydamage. A'irCleanerService ToService Filters: Inner Paper Filter Outer Foam Filter t ,,-.. e. Slide foam filter over paper filter. The engine air cleaner filters dirt and dust out of the air before it enters the carburetor.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS E parts to cometo a completestop, disconnectspark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Failure Before to fallow these instructions can result in serious injury or ARNING inspecting,cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off personal engine, wait for all propertydamage. WheelGearGableAdjustment Tines When the Wheel Gear Lever is in DISENGAGE, the wheels will roll freely (freewheel). The wheels should not roll freely when the lever is in ENGAGE.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS i parts to come to a complete stop, disconnectspark plug wire and movewire away from spark plug. Failure Before to follow these instructions can result unit, in serious injury or ARNING inspecting, cleaning or servicingthe shut offpersonal engine, wait for all propertydamage. t_ WARNING This is a CRT(counter-rotating tine) tiller and its tines must be mounted in the direction shownin Figure4-9.
.... ;, SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS g ..... partsto cometo a complete stop, disconnectspark plug wire and movewire away from spark plug. Failure Before to follow these instructions can result unit, in serious injury or ARNING inspecting, cleaning or servicingthe shut offpersonal engine, wait for all propertydamage. CheckingAndAdjustingThe TensionOnThe DriveBelts Maintaining correct tension on the drive betts is important to good tilling performance and long belt life.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS partsto come to a complete stop, disconnectspark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Failure Before to follow these cleaning instructions can result in serious injury or WARNING inspecting, or servicing the unit, shut offpersonal engine, wait for all propertydamage. 8. Replace the forward drive belt in the High speed groove of the engine drive pulley (the groove closest to the engine) and in the middle groove i_ the tr_.nsmission pulley.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS parts to come to a completestop, disconnectspark plug wire and movewire away from spark g plug. Failure Before to follow these cleaning instructions can result in serious injury or WARNING inspecting, or servicing the unit, shut offpersonal engine, wait for all it--. propertydamage. 7. There are two holes in the reverse adjustable link (S, Figure 4-16).
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS g parts to come to a completestop, disconnectspark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Failure Before to follow these cleaning instructions can result in serious injury or ARNING inspecting, or servicing the unit, shut offpersonal engine, wait for all propertydamage. t ,,..... Installingthe Reverse Drive Belt 1. Slip the reverse belt down between the engine reverse pulley (A, Figure 4-19) and the engine forward drive pulley (C). Figure4.
STORAGE TiBerStorage DANGER Whenever you don't intend to use your tiller for 30 days or longer, you should perform the following steps to ensure that it will start easily and perform properly when removed from storage. Gasolineis highlyflammableanditsvaporsare explosive.Followthesesafety practicesto preventinjuryor propertydamagefrom fire or explosion. • Thoroughly clean the machine. • Wipe up spills and pushthe tiller away from spilled fuel.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Beforeperforming any corrections, refer to the appropriate information in this Manualfor the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenanceprocedures. Contact your local Sears Service Center for necessary service. PROBLEM Enginedoes notstart, CORRECTION POSSIBLECAUSE 1. Sparkplugwire disconnected. 2. EngineThrottLeControlLeverincorrectlyset. 3. Fueltankempty. 4. Chokecontrol(if so equipped)in incorrect position. 5. Stalegasoline. 6. Dirty airfilter(s). 7.
OPERATING AND SAFETY DECALS E, A, B, Ce F. Keepawayfrom rotating tines. Rotating causetineswill injury. D, pad# _ Descriptionand Location Qty. Owner'sManualReplacement......................................... 1 B 1909942 1911361 WARNING- KeepAwayFromTines ..................................... 1 C 1915810 D 1904547 StartingStabilizationInstructions...................................... HoodDecal ....................................................... 1 1 1916612 ControlPanel ..........
CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS FORWARD/REVERSE IDLERASSEMBLY 8 9 CLUTCH ROD * REVERSE CLUTCH ROD* 11 13 lO " 19 6 \ TOP COVER 12 \ 4 * see "Handlebar Assembly and Conb'ol Levers" drawing 7 REF No. '1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 ' PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1185506 1110043 1909266 9193 1113-1 9338 1110108 1186230 1100242 20545 9479 1916192001 Locknut-hex,3/8-16 ..................... Screw-hex hd, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4"*...
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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS HANDLEBARASSEMBLY& CONTROLLEVERS REF No. PART No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1916766 Handlebars-(incl,Ref. No,'s 2, 3, 3A and 4) ................................... 2 9126 Grip-handlebars ........................... 3 1918812 Decal- for operatorcontrolpanel., 3A 1916810 Decal- Logo .................................. ' 4' 9251 Grommet-plastic (part of operator controlpanel)............................. 5 20703 Handle, height adjustment .............
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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS HOOD, BRACKET & DEPTH REGULATOR ,I i REF No, PART NO. 1 1916764 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 DESCRIPTION Hood-tine cover,with hinged flap (Incl. Ref. No. 17, 17A and 17B) 1100243 Lockwasher-3/8 ............................ 1916184001 Bracket-hood& depth regulator... 90038 Screw-flanged hex hal., 5/16-18 x 5/8". ......................... 9811 Locknut-hex, 1/4-20 ..................... 1100069 Screw-hex hd., 1/4-20 x 1 *. .........
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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS ENGINE& SUPPORTBRACKETS,PULLEYS,BELTS,BELTCOVER REF No, PART No. DESCRIPTION "'1 2 1'916604001 Support Bracket-engine,left side. 1916602001 Support Bracket-engine,right side............................................ 3 1916189001 Support Bracket (Pan)-engine, front ........................................... 4 1186329 Screw-flanged hex hd., 5/16-18 x 3/4". .......................... 5 1100242 Lockwasher-5/16 ..........................
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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS TINES, WHEELS REF NO., 1 2 3 5 7 8 8A PART No. DESCRIPTION 1100068 1985100 1733398 .1982612 QTY, Screw-hex hd., 3/8-16 x 3/4". ...... 12 Tine- twin-edged, right facing....... 3 Hex Locknut, 3/8-16 ..................... 14 Screw-hex hd., 3/8-16 x 2, GRADE8.................................... 2 1985101 Tine-twin-edged, left facing ......... 3 1916693001 Tine Holder- left side .................... 1 1916694001 Tine Holder- right side..................
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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS TRANSMISSIONHOUSING,COVERS,SEALS,GASKETS& PLUGS REF No. PART No. DESCRIPTION 9621 5 6 7 '8' 9 10 11 12 13 14 QTY. Oil Seal-double lip, wheel shaft, right and left sides..................... 2 9726 Plug-pipe, 1/4, oil level hole and gear oil drain hole ...................... 2 Seal-transmission bore ................ 1 97076 1186329 Screw-flanged hex hd., 5/16-18 x 3/4". .......................... 6 85030 Oil Seal-input pinion shaft ............
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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS DRIVE SHAFT REF NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 1714 20718 9301 1916765 5 1224-1 DESCRIPTION QTY. Bearing-tapered roller with race.. Gear-spur,main drive shaft ......... Key-3/16 sq. x 1..........................
CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS WHEEL SHAFT, ECCENTRIC SHAFT & TILLER SHAFT ASSEMBLIES 16 17 19 ._ 18 \ TILLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY v 1 I 7 16 8 \ 4 3 2 6 WHEEL SHAFT ASSEMBLY 5 [] REF NO. 1 2 3 PART NO. 9621 9511 1166-1 1166-2 1166-3 1166-4 4 5 6 lO86 1916711 9373 20914 DESCRIPTION REF NO. QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 9935 0il Seal-left and right sides ......... 2 Ring-retaining, heavy-duty, external 2 Shim-l-I/64 i.D., .062 thick ....... As Req'd Shim-as above, but .
CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS BUMPERASSEMBLY I ' ® 6 REF No. PART No. DESCRIPTION QTY. BumperAssembly 1 2 3 4 5 6 --- 1916714001 8umper-top section .................... 1904758001 Bumper-bottom section .............. 1731025 Bolt-curved head,5/16-18 x 2 (special bolt); also see #1915811 hardwarekit ............................. 1111608 Bolt-hex hd. 5/16-18 x 2-1/2", not avail, separately (order #1915811 hardware kit ............ 1100242 Lockwasher-5/16, not avail.
CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS Craftsman4-Cycle, 8HP Engine(143.
CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS Craftsman4-Cycle, 8HP,Engine(143.998001) EngineAssembly Ref # Part # Description 1 2 15 Qty 35385 Cylinder(Incl.2,20,72)...... 1 27652 DowelPin..........................2 306990 GovernorRod(Incl.15A, 15B)..................................1 15A 30700 GovernorYoke .................. 1 15B 650494 Screw,#6-40x5/16" ........ 1 16 33454 GovernorLever .................. 1 17 29916 GovernorLeverClamp...... 1 18 651028 Screw,TorxT-15, #8-32x 3/8". ...................
CRAFTSMAN' 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS' Carburetor No. 640152-Craftsman4-Cycle,8HPEngine(143.
CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS CarburetorNo. 640152-- Craftsman4-Cycle, 8HP Engine(143.998001) ,Rpf# Pa,rt# Description 0 Qty 640152 Carburetor (Incl.184from EnginePartsList).............. 1 1 631776AThrottleShaft]Lever Assy... 1 2 631970 ThrottleReturnSpring ...... t 4 631184 DustSealWasher.............. 1 5 631183 DustSeal(Throftle).......... 1 6 640109 ThroftleShutter ................ 1 7 650506 ShufterScrew.................... 2 '1"0' ', 6:32740ChokeShaft& LeverAssy.
CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 StarterNo. 590704 Craftsman4-Cycle, 8HP Engine(143.998001) Starter No. 590746 Craftsman4-Cycle, 8HP Engine(143.998001) 13 REPAIR PARTS 12 / 13 12 '8 7_ - I I_\7 6/_.
CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 StarterNo. 590746 --Craftsman 4-Cycle, 8HP Engine(143.998001) Ref# Port # Description 0 1 2 3 4 6 6 7 8 "_ 11 12 13 Qty 590746 RecoilStarter.................... 1 590599ASpringPin(Incl.4) ............ 1 590600 Washer..............................1 590679 Retainer............................t 590601 Washer..............................1 590678 BrakeSpring...................... 1 590680 StarterDog........................2 590412 DogSpdng........................
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