Craftsman 917.295550 User Manual

OWNER^SMANUALMODEL NO. 917.295550Caution:Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This EquipmentEiSfffSIiiil*5.0 HPMINCH TIN

OPERATIONThe operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety gla

OPERATIONTURNING• Release the drive control bar.• Move throttle control to “SLOW” position• Place shift lever indicator in “F" (forward)

OPERATIONTO START ENGINE (See Fig. 13)TILLING HINTSACAUTION: Keep drive control bar In “DISENGAGED" position when starting engine.• Make s

OPERATIONCULTIVATINGCultivating is destroying the w/eeds between rows to prevent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the plants. At the s

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESMAINTENANCESCHEDULEFILL IN DATES / AS YOU COMPLETE /A REGULAR SERVICE/if/'%/ k/0- / / Cd / id /ce/ Or/SERVICE DATE

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESADisconnect spark piug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting o

CUSTOMER RESPONSIB!LIT!ESMUFFLERDo not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters co

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 24)NOTE: For ease of removal, remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from left wheel. Pull wheel out

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTINE REPLACEMENT (See Figs. 26, 27 and 28)ACAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear gloves or other protection when handl

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSENGINETO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 29)• Loosen cable clamp screw to allow cable to move.• Move throttle con

ASAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary TillersATRAINING• Read the Owner’s Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar wi

STORAGEImmediately prepareyour tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.CAUTION; Never store

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEM I CAUSECORRECTIONWill not start1, Out of fuel.2 Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 3- Engine flooded,4 Dirty air cleaner5 W

HANDLESREPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER S17.295550KEY PART NO. NO.1 110707X110674X 110673X 127254X 6712J 137119 110641X23456 78 ST

REPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLERMAINFRAME, LEFTSIDEMODEL NUMBER 917.295550A«. ^/f* _I » 1 A>" «>№--- KEYNO.123456 71011121314151617181920

REPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDEKEY PART DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.1 STD541431 * Nut, Keps 5/16-182 102332

REPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550TRANSMISSIONKEY PART NO. NO.1 1375552 121147X345678 91011121314151617181920212223242510

TINE SHIELDREPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550KEY PART DESCRIPTIONNO. NO.1 98000129 Nut, Flange 5/16-182 104086X417 Shiel

TINE ASSEMBLYREPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550KEY PART NO. NO.1 736106002 STD5511373 4460J4 746106165 1326736 STD6240

DECALSREPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550KEYPARTNO.NO.11377522133668313774641375385120431X61021 SOX7110719X81324029120075X. -

REPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-01615§ 614I @ 230562

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tiller. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and

REPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-0130

363REPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-0131

REPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-01KEY PART NO. NO.12

REPAIR PARTS5 HP 14" TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.295550ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 135202, TYPE NO. 0145-01KEY PARTKEY PARTNO.

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OWNER’SMANUALMODEL NO. 917.295550HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTSCiifTSMIi'5.0 HP14 INCH TINE WIDTH REAR TINE TILLER WITH COUNTER ROTATING TINESEach ti

TABLE OF CONTENT!SAFETY RULES ...CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...WARRANTY...

ACCESSORIESThese accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are also available at most Sears Retail outlets, Catalog and Service C

ASSEMBLYYour new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and pro

ASSEMBLYUNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2)ACAUTION: Be careful of exposedstaples when handling or disposing of cartoning material.IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKI

ASSEMBLYCONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6)• Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of shift lever indicator.• Insert hairpin clip through

OPERATIONKNOW YOUR TILLERREAD THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER.Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiar