Craftsman 917.293493 Owner's Manual

Model No.917.29425Owner’s ManualREAR TINE TILLER WITH COUNTER ROTATING TINES 5.0 HP17 Inch Tine WidthThis product has a low emission engine which oper

10engine_art_4Oil FillTURNING1. Release the drive control bar.2. Move throttle control to “SLOW” posi-tion.3. Place shift lever indicator in “F” (f

11TILLING HINTSCAUTION: Until you are accustomed to handling your tiller, start actual fi eld use with throttle in slow position (mid-way be tween “FAS

12CULTIVATINGCultivating is destroying the weeds be- tween rows to pre vent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the plants. At the same ti

13MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCESCHEDULEFILL IN DATESAS YOU COMPLETEREGULAR SERVICECheck Engine Oil LevelChange Engine OilOil Pivot PointsInspect Air ScreenIn

14MUFFLERDo not operate tiller without muffl er. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Dam-aged muf fl ers or spark arresters could create a fi re hazard. I

15handles_97SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSHandle (Low) PositionHandle (High) PositionHandle Lock LeverTO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHTSelect handle height best suited

16New TineWorn TineTINE REPLACEMENT CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear gloves or oth er protection when han dling tines.A badly worn tine causes your ti

17tine_13tine_3Shear PinHairpin Clip02050Sharp EdgeSharp EdgeSharp EdgeHairpin ClipShear PinCounter Tine RotationSharp EdgesTine3-1/2" MaxTine•

18STORAGEImmediately prepare your 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

19Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKE

2TABLE OF CONTENTSWARRANTYSAFETY RULESSafe ty Rules ... 2Warranty ...

20Engine 1. Low oil level/dirty oil. 1. Check oil level/change oil. overheats 2. Dirty engine

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3• Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery surfaces. Look be- hind and use care when backing.• Never allow bystanders near the unit.•

4PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 2 Quarts Capacity: Unleaded Reg u lar Oil (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (Capaci

5(1) Hairpin Clips(1) Cable Clip(1) Carriage Bolt 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5 (1) Center Locknut 3/8-16 UNC(1) Handle Lock Lever(2) Handle Locks(1) Flat Wash

6carton_1Handle AssemblyShift RodUNPACKING CARTONCAUTION: Be careful of exposed sta-ples when handling or disposing of carton-ing material.IMPORTANT:

7handles_14Shift RodHairpin ClipShift Lever IndicatorShift RodAttach this End To shift Lever IndicatorHandle ColumnCablesCable ClipINSERT CABLE CLIP•

8OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.KNOW YOUR TILLERREA

9The 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