Craftsman 917.293340 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual[RRFTSMRN*9.0 HP21 INCH TINE WIDTHREAR TINE WITHCOUNTER ROTATING TINESTILLERModel No.917.293340* Safety* Assembly* Operatione Maint

TURNING• Release the drive control bar.• Move throttle control to =SLOW"position.• Place shift lever indicator in up,(forward) position. Tines wi

_CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of topof fuel tank to prevent spills and to allowfor fuel expansion. If gasoline is acciden-tally spilled, move mach

• Do not lean on handle. This takesweight off the wheels and reducestraction. To get through a really toughsection of sod or hard ground, applyupward

SCHEDULEAS YOU COMPLETE ERVICE DATESREGULAR SERVICECheck Engine Oil Level I_Change Engine Oil I_L2Oil Pivot PointsInspect Spark Armster / Muffler ideI

_eCAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wirefore performing any maintenance(except carburetor adjustment) to preventaccidental starting of engine.Prevent fir

Cover TabPre-CleanerBlotRetainerBaseCover ScrewsDual ElementJCartddge Air CleanerCOOLING SYSTEMYour engine is air cooled. For proper en-gine performan

• Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. Iftire pressures are not equal, tiller willpull to one side.• Keep tires free of gasoline or oil whichcan damag

TINE REPLACEMENTg_oCAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wearvas or other protection when handlingtines.A badly worn fine causes your tiller towork harder and dig

ENGINEMaintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control devices and sys-tems, which are being done at thecustomers expense, may be performedb

Immediately prepare your tiller for storageat the end of the season or if the unit willnot be used for 30 days or more._CAUTION: Never store the tille

Warranty... 2Safety Rules ... ,... 2Product Specifications ...

PROBLEMWill not startHard to startLoss of powerCAUSE1. Out of fuel.2. Engine not "CHOKED"properly.3.Engine flooded.4. Dirty air cleaner.5. W

PROBLEMEngine overheatsExcessive bounce/difficult handtingSoil balls up orclumpsEngine runs buttiller won't moveEngine runs butlabors when tillin

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293340HANDLES\1911\\ _,\\ 31\KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 138305 Throttle,Control2 141406 Gdp,Handle3 110673X Grommet,Hand

TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293340MAINFRAME,LEFT SIDE62187815265O2324KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.2 10040600 Washer, Lock 3/8 24 4929H3

TILLER - -MODEL NUMBER 917.293340MAINFRAME,RIGHTSIDE15\1\16KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 138402 Bumper7 8450J Counter Weight, R.H.8 10040600 Washer, Lo

TRANSMISSIONTILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.29334041lS10A B C414441KEY PART KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO.o- 170324 TransmissjonAssembly 28 8357J1 17

TINE SHIELDTILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293340lO828!424 2919KEY PARTNO. NO.1 739O05OO2 161416X5583 8393J4 120000365 721405086 8394J7 8392J8 109230X9 17

TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293340TINEASSEMBLYAA1!971497757157 373IKEY PARTNO. NO.1 6556,13 101194M5 100445L6 736106007 100406008 746106169 6557JDESCRI

DECALSTILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293340289612\11KEY PARTNO. NO.1 1580972 1717793 1717804 1450235 120431X6 1385467 120075X8 1375389 16527010 15809711

TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.293340ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 19G402-1170-E1,21011036 LABEL KIT I 1358 GASKET SE'_.lk REQUIRES

• Never attempt to make any adjustmentswhile the engine (motor) is running(except where specifically recommend-ed by manufacturer).OPERATION• Do not p

TILLER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.293340ENGINE, BRIGGS & STRATTON - - MODEL NUMBER 19G402-1170-E1230u,_eit 8EQUIRES 8PECLALTOOLSTO IN_rALL; SEE REPAIRINST

TILLER -- MODEL NUMBER 917.293340ENGINE,BRIGGS& STRATTON- - MODELNUMBER19G402-1170-E1KL=YPART K]EYPARTNO. NO. DESCRg:qlON NO. NO. DESCRIFnON1 4956

TILLER-- MODEL NUMBER 917.293340ENGINE,BRIGGS& STRATrON- - MODELNUMBER19G402-1170-E1PART _ PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION142 690125 N

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For in-home major brand repair service:Call 24 hoursa day,7 days a week1-800-4-MY-HOME sM (1-800-469-4663)Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicili

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 4 QUARTSCAPACITY: UNLEADEDREGULAROIL(API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30(CAPACITY: 44 OZ.) (ABOVE 32°F)SAE3W-30(BELOW 32°F)SPARK PLUG

Your new tiller has been assembled at thefactory with exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. Toensure safe and proper operati

UNPACKINGCARTON_CAUTION: Be careful of exposedstaples when handling or disposing ofcartoning material.IMPORTANT:When unpacking andassembling tiller, b

INSERT CABLE CLIP• Insert plastic cable clip into hole on theback of handle column. Push cablesinto clip.Handle ColumnCablesCable ClipCONNECT SHIFT RO

These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.KNOW YOUR TILLERREAD THIS OWNER&

The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes,which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or ay