Owner's Manual

£RnFTSMI:IN

5.0 HP

17 INCH TINE WIDTH

REAR TINE WITH

COUNTER ROTATING TINES

TILLER

Model No.

917.293202

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Repair Parts

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CAUTION:

Read and follow all

Safety Rules and Instructions before operatingthis equipment

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

Warranty ................................................

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

Product Specifications ..........................

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Assembly ................................................

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Operation., ......................................

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

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

Storage .................................................

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

Illustrated Pads List.............................. 42

Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER

For one (1) year from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Tiller is maintained, lubri- cated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.

This Warranty does not Cover:

• Expendable items which becom e worn during normal use, such as tines, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts.

• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owrjer's manual.

• If this Craftsman'Tiller is L_sed for commercial or rental purposes, this Warranty applies for only thirty (30) days fi'om the date of purchase.

Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Titler to the nearest Sears service center/department in the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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

TRAINING

• Read the Owner's Manual carefully.

Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipmenL Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.

• Never allow children to operate the equipment.

Never allow adults to oper-

ate the equipment without proper instruction.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets.

PREPARATION

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the

equipment is to he used and remove all foreign objects.

• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine (mo-

-tor).-

• Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate outer garments. Wear

footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

° Handle fuel with cars; it is highly flam- mable.

• Use an approved fuel container.

* Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.

° Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care.

Never fill fuel tank indoors.

, Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting.

- Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all

units witb 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).

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OPERATION

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotatingpads.

• Exercise extreme caution when operat- ing on or crossing gravel ddves, walks,

or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.

• After strikinga foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the

tiller for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller.

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

• If the unit should start to vibrate abnor- mally,stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a waming of trouble.

• Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating position.

• Take all possible precautions when leav- ing the machine unattended. Disengage the tines, shift into neutral, and stop the engine.

• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cord on electric motors.

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

• Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place.

• Keep children and pets away.

• Do not overload the machine capacity

by attempting to till too deep at too fast a

rate. _

• Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.

• Never allow bystanders near the unit.

• Use only attachments and accessories

approved by the manufacturer of the tiller.

• Never operate the tiller without good vis- ibilityor 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 re_trair_the machine.

• Keep machine _,attachments, and accessories in safe working condition.

• Check shear pins, engine mounting

bolts, and other bolts at frequent inter-

vals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

• Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel 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.

_,CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot

._contact spark plug in order to prevent acci- dental starting whe.n setting up, transporting, adJustin.g or making repairs.

WARNING

The engine exhuast from this product contains chemicals known to the State of

Califomia to cause cancer, berth defectd, or other reproductive harm.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

-IORSEPOWER: 5.0 HP

:)ISPLACEMENT: 12 CU. IN. (206CC)

3ASOLINE CAPACITY: 3 Quarts

Unleaded Regular

_)lL (API-SF/SG/SH)_

3APACITY: 20 oz.)

SAE 30

(Above 32°1:)

SAE 5W-30

(Below 32°F)

3PARK PLUG :

(GAP: .030")

Champion RJ19LM

OR J19LM

Congratulations on your purchase of a

Craftsman Tiller. It has been designed, en- gineered and manufactured togive you the best possible dependability andpedormance.

Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized Sears Service

Center/Department.

We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The

instructions will enable you to assemble and maintainyour tillerproperl,y. Always observe the SAFETY RULES.

Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely.

Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Seers Maintenance Agreement Is avail- able on this product. Contact your nearest

Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintain- ing, caring for and using your tiller.

• Follow the instructionsunder the

=Maintenance" and =Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual.

WARNING: This unit is equipped with an intemal combustion engine and should not

be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is

equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).

If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws.

Federal

laws apply on federal lands.

See your

Sears Authorized Service Center for spark arrester.

Refer to the Repair Parts section

of this manual for part number.

These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased.

They are also available at most Sears Retail outlets and Service Centers.

Most Sears Stores can order

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

ENGINE ®I 1£1

TILLER PERFORMANCE

TILLER MAINTENANCE

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HAIRPIN CUP

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Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of thosp 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.

FRONT

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(1) Utility knife

(1) Wire cutter

(I) Tire pressure gauge

(1) Screwdriver

(1) Pair of pliers

(1) 9/16" wrench

OPERATOR'S POSITION

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles).

LEFT l

E

RIGHT

OPERATOR'S

POSITION

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

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(2) Handle Locks

(1) Carriage Bolt

3/8-16 UNCx I Gr. 5

(1) Center Locknut

3/8-16 UNC

(1) Cable Clip

(2) Hairpin Clips _ (,) J

3/1)Pivot Bolt

8-16 UNC Grade 5

, (1) FlatWasher

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(1) Handle Lock Lever

Extra Shear Pins & Clips

UNPACKING CARTON

_CAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of carton-

ing material.

IMPORTANT:When unpacking and

assembling tiller, be careful hot to stretch or kink cables.

• 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.

• Cut down fight hand front and fight hand

rear comers of carton, lay side carton wall down.

• Remove packing material from handle assembly.

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INSTALL HANDLE

• Insert one handle lock (with teeth facing outward) in gearcase notch.

(Apply grease on smooth side of handle lock to aid in keeping lock in place until handle assembly is lowered into position.)

Viewed from r.h. side of tiller

Loosen

Lever to Move f

• Insert pivot bolt in front part of plate and tighten.

• Cut down remaining comers of carton and lay panels flat.

• Lower the handle assembly. Tighten nut on carriage bolt so handle moves with some resistance.

This will allow for eas-

"ier adjustment.

• Place flat washer on threaded end of handle lock lever.

• Insert handle lock lever through handle

base and gearcase. Screw in handle lock lever just enough to hold lever in place.

• Insert second handle lock (with teeth inward) in the slot of the handle base

(just inside of washer).

• Raise handle assembly to highest position and securely tighten handle lock lever by rotating clockwise.

Leaving

handle assembly in highest position will

make it easier to connect shift rod.

Handle Lock Flat Washer

Gearcase Lock

Slot

Gearcase Notch

Handle Lock

(-

• Grasp handle assembly.

Hold in "up" position.

Be sure handle lock remains in gearcase notch.

Slide handle assembly

into position.

• Rotate handle assembly down.

Insert

rear c,ardage bolt first, with head of bolt on L.H. side of tiller and loosely assemble Iocknut.

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Handle Base

INSERT CABLE CLIP

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

Handle Column

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Cables

Cable Clip

CONNECT SHIFT ROD

• Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of shift lever indicator.

• Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure.

• Insert other end of shift rod into hole in shift lever.

• Insert second hairpin clip through hole of shift rod.

REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE r .

.

• Adjust handle assemby to lowest posi: tion. Be sure lock lever is tightened securely.

• Make sure shift lever indicator is in =N"

(neutral) position.

• Tilt tiller forward by liftinghandle.

Separate cardboard cover from leveling shield.

• Rotate tiller handle tOthe right and pull tiller out of carton.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pressure is important for best tilling performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI.

HANDLE HEIGHT

• Handle height may be adjusted to better

suit operator. (See "TO ADJUST HAN-

DLE HEIGHT" in the Service and

Adjustments section Ofthis manual).

Attach this end to shift lever

[_Attach this End To shift

Lever Indicator

Shift Rod Hairpin Clip

Shift Rod

Shift Lever

Indicator

Shift Lever _.

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

Leam and understand their meaning.

FORWJ_qO NEUTRAL REVEPJE _UIION

OR WNqNING 0_1 OFF

_ FU_ OIL

KNOW YOUR TILLER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR

TILLER.

Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.

Save this manual for future reference.

Drive Control Bar Control

Shift Lever

Choke Control

Leveling

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Recoil

Starter

• Handle

MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

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

DRIVE CONTROL BAR - Used to engage tines.

DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which tillel"will dig.

LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.

SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission

OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to protect small plants from being buried..

THRO!'rLE start the engine.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting

CONTROL - Used to control _acold engine.

- engine speed.

gears.

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

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to

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The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which canrasult 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 the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil or attempting to start engine.

STOPPING

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.

TINES AND DRIVE

• Release drive control bar to stop movement.

• Move shift lever to "N" (neutral) position.

ENGINE

• Move throttle control to "STOP" position.

If equipped with stop switch, move

switch to =STOP" position.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

Drive Control Bar

"ENGAGED" Position Shift Lever

Shallowest "Riling

(Cultivating)

Deeptest Tilling

Depth Stake

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"_Transport Poc,ition

"DISENGAGED"

Position

Throttle Control

TILLING

• 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.

• Place shift lever indicator in till position.

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

Tines and wheels will both turn.

• Move throttle control to =FAST" position for deep tilling. To cultivate, throttle con- trol can be set at any desired speed,

depending on how fast or slow you wish to cultivate.

IMPORTANT: Always release drive control bar before moving shift lever into another position.

TINE OPERATION - WITH WHEEL

DRIVE

• Always release drive control bar before moving shift lever into another position.

• "line 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 drive control bar and tiller will move forward.

REVERSE - WHEELS ONLY/TINES

STOPPED

• DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND

TILLER.

• Release the ddve control bar.

• Move throttle control to =SLOW" position.

• Move sl_ift lever indicator to "R"

(reverse) position.

• Hold drive control bar against the handle to start tiller movement.

Nut "B"

Depth Stake Pin

Position

Outer Side Shield

"Locked"

Position

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TURNING

• Release the drive control bar;

• Move throttle control to "SLOW" position.

• Place shift lever indicator in =F" (forward) position. ]]nes will not tum.

• Lift handle to raise tines out of ground.

• Swing the handle in the opposite direc- tion you wish to tum, being careful to

keep feet and legs away from tines.

• When you have completed your tum- around, release the drive control bar and lower handle. Place shift lever in till

position and move throttle control to de- sired speed. To begin tilling, hold drive control bar against the handle.

OUTER SIDE SHIELDS

The back edges of the outer side shields are slotted so that the shields can be

raised for deep tilling and lowered for shal-

low tilling to protect small plants from being buried. Loosen nut "A" in slot and nut "B'. Move shield to desired position

(both sides). Retighten nuts.

TO TRANSPORT

,_CAUTION: Before liftingor transporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to cool.

Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gaso-

line from fuel tank.

AROUND THE YARD

• Release the depth stake pin. Move the

depth stake down to the top hole for transporting the tiller. Place depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in posi-

tion. This prevents tines from scuffing the ground.

• Place shiftlever indicator in =F" (forward) position for transporting.

• Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start tiller movement. Tines will not tum.

• Move throttle control to desired speed.

AROUND TOWN

• Disconnect spark plug wire.

• Drain fuel tank.

• Transport in updght position to prevent

oil leakage.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

IMPORTANT: Be very careful not to allow

dirt to enter the engine when checking or adding oil or fuel. Use clean oil and fuel and store in approved, clean, covered containers, use clean fill funnels.

CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL

• The engine in your unit has been

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

• With engine level, clean area around oil filler plug and remove plug.

• Engine oil should be to point of overflow- ing when engine is level. For approxi-

mate capacity see =PRODUCT SPECI-

FICATIONS" on page 4 of this manual.

All oil must meet A.RI. Service

Classification SF, SG or SH.

• 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 in this manual.

Oil Level

Oil

FiUer

Plug

3il Drain Plug

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life.

IMPORTANT: When operating in tempera-

tures below 32°F (0°C), use fresh, clean, winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of acids dudng storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in storage: To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the

gas tank, start the engine and let it run

until the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See

Storage section of this manual for addition- al information: Never use engine'or carbu-

retor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

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,_CAUTtON: 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 ignitionuntil gasoline vapors have disappeared.

Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE

,_,CAUTION: Keep tine control in "OFF" 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.

• Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected.

• Plac_ throttle control in "FAST" position.

• Move choke control to full "CHOKE"

position. Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with other hand.

Pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point).

• Pull recoil starter handle quickly.

Do not

let starter handle snap back against starter.

Repeat if necessary.

• If engine fires but does not start, move choke control to half choke position. Pull

recoil starter handle until engine starts.

• When engine starts, slowly move choke

control to =RUN" position as engine warms up.

Spark Plug

Choke

Control

NOTE: If at a high altitude (3000 feet) or

in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the car-

buretor 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: If engine does not start, see troubleshooting points.

TILUNG HINTS

,_CAUTION: Until you are accustomed to

handling your tiller, start actual field use

with throttle in slow position (mid-way between =FAST" and "IDLE').

• Tilling is digging into, fuming over, and breaking up packed soil before planting.

Loose, unpacked soil helps root growth.

Best tilling depth is 4= to 6". A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation. The decomposition of this vegetable matter endches 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 fur-

ther condition the soil.

• Soil conditions are important for proper

tilling. Tines will not readily penetrate

dry, hard soil which may contribute to excessive bounce and difficulthandling

of your tiller. Hard soil should be mois-

tened before tilling;however, extremely

wet soil will "ball-up" or clump during till- ing. Wait untilthe soil is less wet in order to achieve the best results. When tilling in the fall, remove vines and long grass

to prevent them from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation.

• You will find tilling much easier if you

leave a row untilled between passes.

Then go back between tilled rows. There

are two reasons for doing this. First, wide tums are much easier to negotiate than about-faces. Second, the tiller won't be pulling itself, and you, toward the row next to it.

Recoil

Starter

Handle

NOTE: Awarm engine requires less choking to start.

• Move throttle control to desired running position.

• Allow engine to warm up for a few min-

utes before engaging tines.

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• Do not lean' oh hand_. 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.

TINE SHEAR PINS

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

(See "FINE 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.

ADJUST WHEELS

ING

FOR CULTIVAT-

• Place blocks under dght hand side of

tiller and remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from right hand wheel.

• Move wheel outward approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) until hole in inner wheel hub lines up with inner hole in axle.

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

• Repeat preceding steps on left hand side.

OUTER VIEW OF TIRE

Clevis Pin i

INNER VIEW OF TIRE

Haiq_pin clip

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CULTIVATING

Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to prevent them from rob-

bing nourishment and moisture from the plants. At the same time, breaking up the upper layer of soil crust will help retain moisture i-nthe soil. Best digging depth is

1" to 3" (2.5-7.5 cm). Lower the outer side

shields to protect small plants from being buried.

• Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will allow tines to uproot weeds and leave the ground in rough

condition, promoting no further growth of

weeds and grass

NOTE: In extremely rough conditions and while cultivating, the wheels should be

moved outward on the axle for increased stability.

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SCHEDULE

M.,..E.NCO

AS YOU COMPLETE /_.(_f._'_ SERVICE DATES

Check EngineO, Level

Change Engine Oil

0il Pivot Points llt I_

IV/ I

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Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler

Inspect Air Screen i

Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge

Clean Engine Cylinder Fins

I/2

V'

Replace; Spark Plug I/

1. ChangemoreoltenwhenopecalJng ambienttemperature_

2 - Semitemoreoftenwhenopera,rigindirtyordustycondl6ons.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART

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

• Check engine oil level.

• Check tine operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See =LUBRICA-

TION CHART').

* Idler Bracket

* Throttle Control

Wheel Hub

* SAE 30 OR 5W-30 MOTOR OIL

Leveling

Shield

Hinges

** REFER TO MAINTENANCE "ENGINE" SEC-

TION

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Disconnect spark plug wire before per-

forming any maintenance (except carbure- tor adjustment) to prevent accidental start-

.ing of engine.

Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of

grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove

fuel from tank before tipping unit for main- tenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debds.

Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause bums.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or

SH.

Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected temperature.

NOTE: Although muifi-viscosity oils (5W-

30, 10W-30, etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F (0°C).

Check your

engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller

is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE 30 motor oil or equivalent.

Tighten oil filler plug securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH.

• Be sure tiller is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Use a funnel to prevent oil spill on tiller, and catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove drain plug.

• Tip tiller forward to drain oil.

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

• Remove oil filler plug.

Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine.

• Refill engine with oil. See =CHECK

ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in the Operation section of this manual.

AIR CLEANER

Oil Level

Oil Filler Plug

Service air cleaner cartridge every 50

hours, more often if engine is used in very dusty conditions.

• Loosen air cleaner screws, one on each side of cover.

• Remove air cleaner cover.

• Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge.

Be careful. Do not allow dirt or debds to fall into carburetor.

• Clean by tapping gently on a flat surface.

• If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

• Clean and replace cover. Tighten screws securely.

_I_CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean cartridge.

They may cause deterioration of the cartridge.

Do not oil cartridge.

Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartddge.

Cover

Air Cleaner

Screw_

Air Cleaner ",_.._y/_)

Cartridge

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COOLING SYSTEM

Your engine is air cooled.

For proper

engine performance and long life keep your engine clean.

* Clean air screen frequently using a stiffbristled brush.

* Remove blower housing and clean as necessary.

• Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.

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Muffler r Fins

Housing

MUFFLER

Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Damaged

mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard.

Inspect periodically and replace if necessary.

If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection.

Replace if dam- aged.

SPARK PLUG ....

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of this manual.

TRANSMISSION

Your transmission is sealed and will only require lubricationif serviced.

CLEANING

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

foreign matter.

• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your unit unless the muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result

in a shortened engine life.

_,CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug.

TILLER

TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT

Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions.

Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil.

• First loosen handle lock lever.

• Handle can be positioned at different

settings between =HIGH" and "LOW" positions.

• Retighten handle lock lever securely after:adjusting.

TIRE CARE

ACAUTION: 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 to keep

tiller from tipping.

• Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from wheel.

• Remove wheel and tire.

• Repair tire and reassemble.

Handle (High) Position

Handle Lock Lever

Handle (Low) Position

Hairpin Clip

15

TO REMOVE BELT GUARD

NOTE: For ease of removal, =remove hair- pin clip and clevis pin from left wheel. Pull wheel out from tiller about I inch.

• Remove two (2) screws and washers from side of belt guard.

• Remove hex nut and washer from bottom of belt guard (located behind wheel).

• Pull belt guard out and away from unit.

• Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure.

Belt Guard

_---__../

/

Screw and Washer/_

V_._'_F_I___-_._:

/

__/J//

_ Rex Nut and

Washer

_,_ (L.o_.ted

_p_ Behind

Screw and'_

Washer

_

Hairpin Clip and

Clevis Pin

I

TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE

BELT

• Remove belt guard as described in "TO

REMOVE BELT GUARD".

• Loosen belt guides "A" and =B" and

also stud "C".

• Remove old belt by slipping off engine pulley first then remove from transmission pulley.

• Place new belt in groove of transmission pulley and into engine pulley. BELT

MUST BE IN GROOVE ON TOP OF

IDLER PULLEY.

NOTE POSITION OF

BELT TO GUIDES.

• "tqghten belt guides "A" and "B" and stud

=C".

• Check belt adjustment as descdbed below.

• Replace belt guard.

• Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin and hairpin clip.

GROUND

MENT

DRIVE BELT ADJUST-

For proper belt tension, the extension spring should have about 5/8 inch stretch

when drive control bar is in =ENGAGED" position.

This tension can be attained as follows:

• Loosen cable clip screw secudng the drive control cable.

• Slide cable forward for less tension and rearward for more tension until about 5/8 inch stretch is obtained while the ddve control bar is engaged.

• '_ghten cable clip screw securely.

Belt Guide "A"

Cable _Screw

Ddve Control Cable

Engin ; Pulley

Stud =C"

Idler Pulley

Transmission Pulley

Exten_on Spdng"

16

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, wom tines cannot chop and shred

organic matter as effectively nor bury it as deeply as good tines.

Atine this worn needs to be replaced.

• To maintain the spperb tilling performance of this n_achine the tines should be checked for sharpness, wear, and bending, particulady the tines which are next to the transmission.

If the gap between the tines exceeds 3-1/2 inches they should be replaced or straightaned as necessary.

• New tines should be assembled. Sharpened tine edges will rotate rearward from above.

New "line om "line

3-1/2" Max ---!

I

I

I

I l

I

Clip _oUtanter"rine tton

Hairpin Clip

Sharp Edge

Shear Pin

\

Sharp Edge

Shear Pin _"

Sharp Egde

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ENGINE emissioncontroldevicesandsystems, whicharebeingdoneatthe customers

expense, may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or"individual.

Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL

CABLE

• Loosen cable clamp screw to allow cable to move.

• Move throttle control lever on upper han-

dle to "FAST" position.

• Pull throttle cable out until engine bell-

crank is back as far as it will go.

• Hold cable in this position and tighten clamp screw securely.

IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT

• Rotate throttle linkage counterclockwise and hold against stop while adjusting idle speed adjusting screw to obtain

1750 RPM.

Release throttle linkage.

High speed stop is factory adjusted.

Do not adjust or damage may result.

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 the engine-governed high speed needs adjust-

ing, contact your nearest sears service centerdepartment, which has proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

Throttle Linkage

Throttle Stop

Throttle Cable

Bell Crank

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has a high speed jet and has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

However, minor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load.

If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows.

FINAL SETTING

• Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes.

• With throttle control lever in =SLOW" position.

Idle Speed AdjustingScrew

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Immediatelyprepareyourtiller

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 storing in any enclosure.

TILLER

• Clean entire tiller (See =CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary

(See belt replacement instructions in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws

are securely fastened.

Inspect moving

parts for damage, breakage and wear.

Replace if necessary.

• Touch up aU rusted or chipped paint sur- faces; sand lightly before painting.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable altemative in minimizingthe formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add sta-

bilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not drain the gas tank and carbu-

retor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace

with clean oil (See =ENGINE" in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

CYLINDER

• Remove spark plug.

• Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder.

• Pull starter handle slowly several times to distribute oil

• Replace with new spark plug.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel

system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.

also, experience indicates that alcohol

blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture

which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can dam-

age the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

• If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture.

Do not use plastic.

Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust.

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

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PROBLEM

I

Will not start

Hard to start

Loss of power

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel.

2. Engine not "CHOKED" propedy.

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.

1. Throttle control not set properly.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

3. Bad Spark plug or improper gap.

4. Stale or dirtyfuel,

5. Loose spark plug wire.

6. Carburetor out of.

adjustment.

1. Engine is ovedoeded.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

3. Low oil level/dirty oil.

4. Faulty spark plug.

5. Oil in fuel.

6. Stale or dirty fuel.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Clogged fuel tank.

9. Spark plug wire loose.

wire.

10. Dirty engine air screen.

11. Dirty/clogged muffler.

12. Carburetor out of adjustment.

13. Poor compression.

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CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See =TO START ENGINE" in.the

Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Clean or replace air cleaner car tridge.

5. Drain fuel tank and carburetor,

and refill tank with fresh gasoline.

6. Remove fuel tank and dean.

7. Make sure spark plug wire is seat ed propedy on plug.

8. Replace spark plug or adjust gap.

9. Make necessary adjustments.

1,

2.

3.

Place throttle control in =FAST" position.

Clean or replace air cleaner car tddge,

Replace spark plug or adjust gap.

4.

5.

6.

Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

Make sure spark plug wire is seat

ed propedy on plug.

Make necessary adjustments.

1. Set depth stake and wheels for shallower tilling.

2. Clean or replace air cleaner car tridge.

3. Check oHleval/chamje oil.

4. Clean and regap or charge spark

plug.

5.

Drain and oiean fual tan1<and re_l, and_ean carburetor.

6. Drain fuel tank and refitlwith fresh gasoline.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with fresh gasoline.

8. Remove fuel tank and clean.

9. Connect and tighten spark plug

10. Clean engine air screan.

11, Clean/relplaca muffler.

12. Make necessary edjustments.

13. Contact an authorized Sears

Service Center/Deportment.

PROBLEM

Engineoverheats

CAUSE

Engine runs but labors when tilling

I.

L.O_V

2. Dirty engine air screen.

3.

Dirtyengine.

4.

Partially plugged muffler.

5. Improper carburetor adjustment.

Excessivebounce/ difficulthandling

1. Ground too dry and hard.

2. Wheels and depth stake

Incorrectly adjusted.

1. Ground too wet.

Soil balls up or clumps

Engine runs but tiller won't move

1. Tins controlis not engaged.

2. V-belt not correctly adjusted.

3. V-belt is off pulley(s).

1. Tilling too deep.

2. Throttle control not propedy adjusted.

3. Carburetor out of adjustment.

CORRECTION

1. Check oil level/change oil.

2. Clean engine air screen,

3. Clean cylinder fins, air screen, muf fier area.

4.

Remove end clean muffler,

5.

Adjust carburetor to richer posi tion.

1. Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil conditions.

2. Adjust wheels and depth stake.

1.

Wait for more favorable soil condi tions.

1, Engage tins control,

2. Inspect/adjust V-belt.

3, Inspect V-belt.

1. Set depth stake for shallower till ing.

2. Check throttle controlsetting.

3. Make necessary adjustments.

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HANDLES

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3

1

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11

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KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

7

8

4

5

6"

1

2

3

127012X

141406

110673X

ControlThrottle

Grip, Handle

Grommet, Handle

127254X

6712J

Bar, Drive ControlAasernbly

Cap, Vinyl

137119X031 Panel, Control

110641X Bushing, Split

71191008 * Screw, Phd. #10-24 UNC

GD 2 Phosp

9 72010520 * Bolt 5/16-18 x 2.50

10 110646X Har_le, Grip

11 STD624(X)3 * Clip, Hairpin

12 81328 BolL Shoulder

13 110741X

14 109313X

15 110702X

Handle, Shift

Gmmrnet, Rubber

Rod, Shift

42

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

16 STD533710 * Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x I Gr. 5

17 109229X Lock, Handle

18 STD541437 * Nut, Canterlock 3/8-16

19 19131611

20 109228X

21 150258

22 165197

23 86777

Washer 13/32 x I x 11 Ga.

Lever, Lock, Handle

Handle, Aasemble

Clip, Nyl BIkCable

Screw, Hex, Washer Hd, Slotted

#10-24 x 1/2

24 9484R

25 73970500

Clip

Locknut,Hex, Flange

26 110675X Clutch,Cable

27 STD541025 * Nut, Hax 1/4-20

28 STD551125 * Washer, Lock 1/4

29 STD541462 * Nut, Keps #10-24

31 150696 BOIL Pivot

• STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. Inches.

1 inch= 25.4 mm

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293202

MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE

4

20

3O

211

40

24

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 STD541431 ° Nut, Keps, Flange 5/16-18

2 STD551137 *Washer, Lock 3/8

3 STD541037 * Nut, Hex 3/8-16

4 165710 Shield, InnerBelt Guard Rt

5 154734 Screw Shift Lever

6 110111X Lever, Shift

23

24

25

26

102190X

150750

795R

126875X

"nre

Rim

Tire Valve

Rivet, Ddlled

STD624003 * Clip, Hairpin

165501X558 Guard, Belt

132801 Belt, V 7 STD532505 * Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Gr. 5

8 8700J Plate, ShiftIndicator

9 86777 Screw, Hex, Washer Head, Slotted

#10-24 x 1/2

27

28

29

30

10 9484RClip

11 STD551125 *Washer, Lock 1/4

12 STD541(_5 * Nut, Hex 114-20

13 23230506 *Screw, Set, 5/16-18x3/8

14 110652X Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x 2.09

15 STD551031 °Washer 11/32x11/16x16Ga.

16 145102 Sheave, Transmission

17 STD541031 ° Nut, Hex 5/16-18

19 12000028

20 166504

21 156117

22 74770508

Ring, Retaining

Nut, J Clip #8

Spacer, Spilt 0.327x0.42x1.220

Bolt, Fln Hex 5/16-24 UNF x 1/2 lO4679X

12000032

159229

I02384X

Pulley,Idler

Ring, Klip

Bracket, idler

Bolt,Hax 5/16-16 x 12

31

32

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

40

I02141X Shaft, IdlerArm

STD523710 " Bolt,Hex 3/8-16 x I

I02383X

74760524

102331X

Counten_ghL LH.

Bolt,Hex 5/16-18x 1-1/2

Bracket, Reinforcement,LH.

130812 Sheave, Engine

Bolt, Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 2-3/4 74760544

140062

165503 cap

Screw Hex WSh Head #6-18 xl/2

6918O Nut Lock #10-24

43

*STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE lOCALLY

NO'I1E:All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches.

linch = 25A mm

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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293202

MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE

10

7

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 STD541431 * Nut, Keps 5/16-18

2 102332X Bracket, Reintorcment

3 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x1-1/2

4 1_2173X CounterWeight, R.H.

5 STD551137 * Washer, Lock 3/8

6 STD541037 * Nut, He}( 3/8-16

7 STD624003 * Clip, Hairpin

8 126875X Rivet, Drilled

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

9 102190X

150750

1]ra

Rim

TireV'_ve

795R

10 .....

Engine,(See Breakdown)

Briggs& StrattonModelNo.

137202,TypeNo,1125-E1

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: Aftcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S.inches.

1 inch = 25.4 mm

44

TRANSMISSION

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293202

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44

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

1

2

165728

165729

3 161963

4 5O20J

5 1370H

6 137335

7 145101

8 4895H

9 154467

10 7392M -

11 10037fK

12 106160X

13 142145

14 8353J

15 12000039

16 154466

18 4358J

19 12000040

TransmissionAssembly(Includes

Key Nea. 2-54)

Gearcase, L.H. w/Bearing

(Includes Key No. 4)

Gasket, Gearcase

Bearing, Needle

Washer, Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32

Pinion, Input

Shaft, Input

Beadng, Needle

Washer, Seal

Ball, Steel

Spring, Shift, Fork

O-Ring

Arm, Shift

Fork, Shift

Ring, Klip

Shaft, Shift

Washer

Ring, Klip

20 102114X Gear, Assembly,Reverse Idler

(IncludesKey Nce. 21 and22)

Gear, Reverse Idler 21 102115X

22 6803J

23 102111X

Beadng,Needle

Shaft, Reverse Idler

24 STD551143 *Washer, Lock 7/16

25 STD541143 *Nut, Hex 7116-20

27 143009 _

28 106390X

Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive

Spacer 0.765xl.125x1.23

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

29 102134X

30 150737

31 143008

32 106388X

33 102121X

Chain #35-5O Pitch

Ground Shaft Assembly

Bearing, Shaft, Ground Drive

Spacer 0.70 x 1.00 x 1.150

34 102112X

35 102101X

36 154355

37 4422J

38 154356

Sprocket and Gear Assembly

Shaft, Reduction (2nd)

Screw,Whiz, Lock 5/16-18 x 3-1/2

SprocketAssemblyw/Beadng

(IncludesKey Nos. 37 and 38)

Bearing,Needle

Sprocket,"line

Gear, Cluster,Red 1st & 2rid 39 105345X

40 105346X

41 8358J

42 4220R

43 106146X

Gear, Reverse

Shaft, Reduction(1st)

Washer,Thrust

Spacer 1.01 x 1.75 x 0.760

Seal Asm OII 44 155236

48 165732

Gearcase, R.H. w/Bearing

49 132688

50 106147X

(lndudea Key No. 8)

Shaft, "Nne

Chain, Roller #50-50 Pitch

51 17720408

52 STD541031

Screw 1/4-20x 1/2

"Nut,Hex 5/16-18

53 165140

54 17720412

BearingI_, "nneShaft

Screw Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 3/4

- 6066J

Grease, Plastituhe#1

* STANDARDHARDWARE- - PURCHASELOCALLY dimensions

1 inch=25.4 mm

45

TINE SHIELD

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28

15

1

Z

KEY PART

NO, NO.

DESCRIPTION

1 98000129 Nut, Flange 5/16-18

2 161415X5,58 Shield, Side, Outer L. I-L

6

7

3

4

5

8

9

83Sll Pin, Slake, Dapth

12oo0036 P_, _3_o

STDr_3107 * Bo_,Cardage 5/16-18x3/4Gr5

8394.1

sr_g

B3_.J

Brackel, Laich

10Q230X sp_ng,Dq_hStake

102326X558 Shield, Tine

10 72140508

11 STD541031

BoltRdhd 8qnk 5/16-18 UNC x 1

* Nut, Hex 5/16-18

12 S'1"D,551131

13 STD533112

* Washer, Locl_ 5/16

Bolt,Canlage 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

14 - 124343X

15 181414X558

Bracket,Shield Tire

Shield, Side, Outer R.H.

46

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

16

18

STD541425 * Nut, Kaps Hex 1/4-20

STD532512 " Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/4

19

2O

21

1G2701X Grip

STD541037 * Nut, Hex 3/8-16

102156X Slake, Dep(h

22

23

74930632

4440,1

Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x2

H_je

24 STD532505 * Bolt,Cardage 1/4-20 x 1/2

25 6712J Cap, Vinyl

26

27

109227X Pad, Idler

102695X558 Shield, LevCing

28

29

120588X Pin, Hinge

104085X558 ShieldAsm Pnt Side

31

162175 Nut,Wklg Folged _16-18

"STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY_

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inch",,=_.

1 Inch = 2,5A mm

TINE ASSEMBLY

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293202

1

2

1

3

11

11

9

KEY PART

; i

_10.

NO.

I

).

4459J

132673

6554J

163552

132727

7361060O

STD551137

DESCRIPTION

"nne,Outer, LH.

Pin, Shear

"Nne, Inner, LH.

Retainer, Spdng Zine

Assembly,Hub and Rate, LPL

Nut, Hex 3/8-24

*Washer, Lock 3/8

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

8

9

10

11

74610616

446oj

132728

6555J

DESCRIPTION

BoR,Hex 3/8-24 x 1

"nne, Outer, R.H.

Assembly,Huband Plate, R.H.

"Nne,Inner, R.H.

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches.

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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DECALS

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293202

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6

7

12

5 lO

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

3

4

5

1

2

6

7

8

9

163119

166132

166133

137538

120431X

10_180X

110719X

165268

120075X

10 157984

11 165278

12 162215

13 163094

- - 166493

DESCRIPTION

Decal, Logo

Decal, Logo

Decal, Description

Decal, Cau_on, Drive Control

Decal, Hand Placement

Decal, ShiftIndicator

Decal, Opemlion and Lubrication

Decal, Cralteman

Decal, Waming, Rotating"nnes

Decal, Counter Rot.line

Decal, 5 HP

Decal,Tree Shield Wing Dom

Decal, Depth Stake

Manual, Owner's (Eng/Span)

48

11

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293202

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 137202, TYPE NO. 1125-E1

3O7

36 35

9

5

33

7

34

528

10

219

22O

46

"k REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS

TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR

INSIRUCTION MANUAL.

"49

TILLER .. - MODEL NUMBER 917.293202

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRAT'[ON - - MODEL NUMBER 137202, TYPE NO. 1125-E1

_65A r lg0A

20_

392 435

5O

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293202

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 137202, TYPE NO. 1125-E1

51

11o3s

KIT-EI_ ISSION

I

23 393673

24 222698

25 298904

298905

298906

298907

26 298982

299742

298983

298984

298985

27 26026

28 298909

298908

29 299430

390459

30 225183

32 94745

33 211119

34 261044

35 260552

36 26478

37 222443

1 497144

2 399268

3 299819

5 214040

7 272157

8 495774

9 27549

10 94621

11 66578

12 270080

270125

270126

13 94221

14 94679

15 94916

16 492(}88

94388

18 494044

19 495660

20 294606

21 281658

22 94980

94917

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293202

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 137202, TYPE NO. 1125-E1

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

CylinderAssembly

Bushing,Cylinder

* Seal, Oil

Head, Cylinder e* Gasket, Cylinder Head

BreatherAssembly

g° Gasket' Valve Cover

Screw, BreatherMounting

Grommet, BreatherTube

* Gasket, Crankcase, Standard

.015"

° Gasket, Crankcase .005"Thick

° Gasket, Crankcase .009"Thick

Screw, Cylinder Head 2-3/32"

Screw, Cylinder Head 2-15/32"

Plug, Pipe, Hex Socket

Crankshaft

Gear Key, Crankshaft

Cover Assembly,Crankcase

Bushing,CrankcaseCover

" Seal, Oil

Plug,Oil Filler

Screw, Cover Mounting

Stud, Hex Drive

(Use in positions4 & 5 of crankcase cover)

Flywheel, Magneto

Key, Flywheel

PistonAssembly,StandardSize

PistonAssembly .010"Oversize

PistonAssembly .020"Oversize

PistonAssembly .030"Oversize

RingSet, Piston,StandardSize

RingSet, Piston,Standard,

Chrome

Ring Set, Piston .010" Oversize

Ring Set, Piston .020"Oversize

Ring Set, Piston .030"Oversize

Lock. PistonPin

PinAssembly, Piston, Standard

PinAssembly, Piston .005"

Over

RodAssembly,Connecting

Rod Assembly,Connecting

.020" Undersize CrankpinBore

Dipper,Connecting Rod

Screw,Connecting Rod

Valve, Exhaust

Valve, Intake

Spring,Intake Valve

Spring, ExhaustValve

Guard, Flywheel

40 93312

45 260642

46 214726 Gear, Cam

51 273113 0°* Gasket, Carburetor Mounting

55 497442 Housing,Rewind Starter

56 498144 Pulley,Rewind Starter

58 66894

Retainer, Intake Valve and

Exhaust Spring

Tappet,Valve

59

60

73

396892

393152

65 94904

65A 94669

225176

81 222263

90 498298

95 93499

96 223793

97 497600

108 497230

111 262715

118 231533

121 495606

124 94913

127 220352

127A 223789

147 231955

152 260575

154 93527

162 490589

163 271935

180 495405

181 494559

190 94924

190A 94919

191 272489

200 223886

202 262280

Rape, RewindStarter

(Cut to RequiredLeng_)

Insert, StarterHandle

Handle, Rewind Starter

Screw, HousingMounting

Screw, Hex

Screen, Rotating

Lock, Screw

CarburetorAssembly

Screw, Throttle Valve to Shaft

Throttle,Carburetor

Shaft and Lever,Throttle

Valve and Shaft Group, Choke

Spring,Choke

Valve, Needle

CarburetorOverhaul

Screw, Hex Head

Plug,Welch

Plug,Welch

Jet, Pilot

Spring,Throttle Adjustment

Screw, Machine, Round Head

Screw and Collar o* Gasket'AirCleanerMounting

TankAssembly,Fuel

Cap, Fuel Tank

Screw, FuelTank

Screw, Fuel Tank Mounting

°" Gasket. Fuel Tankto Carburetor

Guide, Air

Link,Mech. Governor

Includedin Gasket Set (495603)

Includedin CarburetorOverhaul Kit (495606) e Includedin Valve Overhaul Gasket Set (498529)

NOTE: All componentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293202

ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 137202, TYPE NO. 1125-E1

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO.

NO.

DESCRIPTION

203 280720

205 231520

208 262279

209 262284

212 262270

216 262359

219 494845

220 221551

222 490649

227 490374

230 94927

256 223813

257 93593

300 493936

304 495759

305 690960

306 224820

307 94680

308 224738

332 94877

333 397358

334 93414

337 802592

346 94896

356 497833

358 495603

363 19069

373 94,908

383 89838

392 262328

393 225058

394 272538

414 220982

432.

221377

433 93265

434 213963

435 93141

455 225121

456 281503

459 281505

467 280715

526 94914

527 223786

Bell Crank

Screw, Shoulder

Rod, Speed Control

Spring, Governor

Unk, Throttle

Unk, Choke

Gear, Governor

Washer, Thrust

Panel, Control

LeverAssembly, Governor

Washer, Governor Lever

Crank, Bell

Screw, Slotted Flex

Muffler, Exhaust

Housing, Blower

Screw, Blower Housing

Mounting

Shield, Cylinder

Screw, Cylinder Shield

Cover, Cylinder Head

Nut, Flywheel

ArmatureGroup

Screw, ArmatureMounting

Plug, Spark

Screw, Seres

Wire, Ground

Gasket Set

Flywheel Puller

Nut, Hex

Wrench, Spark Plug

Spring, Fuel Pump Diaphragm

Screen, Carburetor

• Diaphragm

Washer

Cap, Spdng

Pin, Diaphragm Cover

Cover, Diaphragm

Screw, Diaphragm Cover

Cup, Starter

Retainer

Pawl, Starter

Knob, Control

Screw, Sems, Tank Bracket

MOUnL

Clamp, BreatherTube

528 231550

529 67838

535 491435

536 494279

542 94897

552 231079

562 94907

592 231978

608 692696

611 231068

612 391813

613 93935

614 93306

616 495243

621 396847

623 94943

634 271853

635 66538

676 380757

679 270382

680 221839

689 263073

741 262992

Tube, Breather

Grommet,BreatherTube

Filter,Air

Cleaner,Air

Screw

Bushing,GovernorCrank

Bolt,GovernorLever

Nut, Hex

StarterAssembly,Rewind

Pipe, Fuel

Fuel Pipe and Clip Assembly

Screw, Hex Head, Shoulder

Pin, Cotter

Crank, Governor

Switch,Stop

Screw, Shoulder

Washer,ThrottleShaft, Foam

Elbow,Spark Plug

Deflector,Exhaust,Side Outlet

Washer, Foam

Washer, Brass

Spring,Friction

Gear,_ming

780 225029

851 493880

869 211787

870 211172

871 262001

63709

883 272309

916 280321

966 492797

967 491588

968 495872

969 490073

971 94902

987 398970

995 497195

Anchor,Spring

Cable Terminal, ignition

Seat, IntakeValve, Standard

Seat, ExhaustValve, Standard

Guide, ExhaustValve

Guide, IntakeValve

* Gasket, Exhaust

Rack, Gear Contrel

Base, AirCleaner

Filter, AirCleaner

Cover,AirCleaner

Screw, Air Cleaner

Screw, Hex Head

Seal, Throttle Shaft

Control Throttle

1012 490507

1036 499345

1095 498529

Retainer, Link

Label, Kit, Emissions

Gasket Set, Valve Overhaul

2500 137202-1114 ReplacementEngine

---491145RaplacementShortbk:_k

RPM Settings: Low Speed: 1750-1950

HighSpeed: 3400-3600

Includedin Gasket Set (495603)

Includedin CarburetorOverhaul Kit(495606) e Includedin Valve Overhaul Gasket Set (498529)

NOTE: AHcomponentdimensionsgiven in U.S. inches

1 inch= 25.4 mm

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