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MODEL NO.
917.295651
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5,0 P
Caution:
17 INCH TmNEWnDTH
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
Tn LLER WITH
and Bnstructions
Before Operating
COUNTER ROTATING TINES
This Equipment
o Assembly
o Operation
o Customer Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
o Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAiNiNG o If the unit should start to vibrate abnorrnally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. • Read the Owner's Manual carefully, Be thoroughly Vibration is generally a warning of trouble° familiar with the controls and the proper use of the = Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating equiprnent.. Know how to stop the unit and disengage position_ the controls quickly = Take all pos
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tiller. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. HORSEPOWER: 50 HP Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized Sears DISPLACEMENT: 12_57cu, in Service Center/Department. They have competent, well- trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair GASOLINE CAPACITY: 4 Quarts this uniL Unleaded R
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 13 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...................... 3,13-15 SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ................................ 15-18 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 3 STORAGE ................................................................... 19 WARRANTY .................................................................. 3 TROU
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iii i ii iii ,i i,,,11,1 _ ACCESSORmES .......................... i, i, ,11 ,,i These accesso ries 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 MUFFLER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL SPARK PLUG AIR FILTER STABILIZER ,, _,= ............... .... H,III,, TILLER PERFORMANCE FURROW OPENER TILLER MAINTENANCE HAIRPIN CLIP ...... BELT TI
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i, ,, i i ................................................ ,i i, , ASS LY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembted 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, TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1) A socket wrench set will make assembly easier= Standard When righ
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i LY i, ,lllllU i i..... , n,,u .................... o Grasp handle assembly. Hold in"up" position. Be sure UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2) handle lock remains in gearcase notch, Slide handle i , , ,i ii, ,i,1,,i, ,,i,,lli i assembly into position. staples when handling or disposing of HANDLE ASSEMBLY _€_ CAUTION: Be careful of exposed ! cartoning material. ! "UP*' POSITION i i u ,, i i, i,,,,,,irl,i IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLES. = While
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H", HIH ='H= H ,','HN"= I CONNECT SHIFT RO D (See Fig. 6) REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE o insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of - Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N" (neutral) posi- shift lever indicator, tion (See Fig° 6) o Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure. = Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle, Separate cardboard cover from leveling shield,. o Insert other end of shift rod into hole in shift lever_ = Rotate tiller' handle to the right and pull tiller
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......................... ii1,1 ................. _1 OPERATmON i,, ,i, ,,i,,,lll ,i,lll i i,,i KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND 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 THROTTLE BAR CONTROL SHIFT LEVER CHOKECONTROL FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR RECOIL STARTER HANDLE DEPTH STAKE STOP SWITCF SHIELD
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'M='H_',I'= ' H=, = "=l!lll= HH'H = OPERATNON ...................... 111,111111111= = ,I=HHH=H=, _=_ result 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 The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can or standard safety glasses. llll llliHi, HH H= I,=,,,,I,,,l= ,,HHH= 'H HOW TO USE YOUR TALLER DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 10) The depth st
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........ i,,Uln i , , i, i,,,11,,,11, ¸ OPERATmON ° Engine oil should be to point of overflowing+ For TURNING approx!mate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICA- Release the drive control bar. • TIONS on page 3 of this manual All oil must meet o A+P.I. Service Classification SF or SG+ Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. o , For cold weather operation you should change oil for Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position+ easier starting (See oil viscosity chart in the Customer Tines will
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OP RATION H,INI II ,,HI N !l ° Soil conditions are important for proper tilling. Tines will TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 17) ........................... mmH, Hi,11 not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may contrib- ute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller° Hard soil should be moistened before tilling; CAUTION: position when Keep starting tine control engine. in "OFF" | ! however, extremely wet soil will "ball-up" or clump during tilling. Wait until the soil is less wet in
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-- u i.i. CUSTOMER RESPONSm i i i i...u n n.lUi.,i......HlU,, SCHEDULE FH.L _N DATES _'_, AS YOU COMPLETE /_ ,k/._,_ S ERVICEDATES REGU R SERV,OE ............. / ,, Check Engine Oil Level 6/' 6/ Change Engine Oi_ 6//' _'1,2 Oil Pivot Points 6/ , n u i,u im,mml Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler 6/ Inspect Air Screen 6/ Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge 6/ Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug 6/ 1 - Change mere often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2
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i1,,,11,111111,,i,, i i, iiii i i ,,,i,ii,ii i1,,11, ,, i,illl,!, i CUSTO RESPON E$ i1,11 ,ll!llll i1,11, Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, orfuel Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris. Do not touch hot muffler 0r cylinder fins as contact may cause burns. I,II,H
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............ i , i nn,un,,,u,u,,llll................... CUSTOMER BaLUTmES MUFFLER TRANSMISSION Your transmission is sealed and will only require lubrication Do not operate tiller without muffler Do not tamper with if serviced,, exhaust system,, Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard., Inspect periodically and replace if necessary, tf your engine is equipped with a spark CLEANING arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for = Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc..of al
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iiiii1,,11,,1111,11,,11,1,,,,11,1 ,, ,i iiii ,, ii .............................. SERVSCE AN ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT (See TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 22) Figs. 22 and 23) , Remove LH, inner and outer side shields (See "TO REMOVE WHEEL" in this section of this manual), o Remove belt guard_ (See''TO REMOVE BELTGUARD" in this section of this manual)_ , Remove hair pin clip and clevis pin from left wheel Pull ° wheel out from tiller' about I inch.. Loosen belt guides "A" and "B"
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, To maintain the superb -tilling performance of this TINE REPLACEMENT (See Figs. 24, 25 and 26) machine the tines should be checked for sharpness, wear, and bending, particularly the tines which are next to the transmission. If the gap between the tines gloves or other protection when han- I exceeds 3-1/2 inches they should be replaced or ! _ CAUTION: Tines are sharp- Wear I straightened as necessary. dling tines. ! == .H H.,.=.....=..HI = New tines should be assembled as shown in Fig. 26. A ba
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,,H !=l= == SERVmCE AND ADJUSTMENTS FINAL SETTING ENGINE - Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes_ Make TO ADJUST THRO'N'LE CONTROL CABLE final adjustments with engine running at idle and drive (See Fig, 27) control bar in "DISENGAGED" position. = With throttle control lever in "SLOW" position, turn idle o Loosen cable clamp screw to allow cable to move_ needle valve in (clockwise) until engine begins to die o Move throttle control lever on upper' handle to "FAST" then turn out (counter
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ENGINE OIL Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil. = Hn=,= n,i,u = .................. H (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of CAUTION: Never store the tiller with this manual). where fumes may reach an open flame CYLINDERS gasoline in the tank inside a building or spark. Allow the engine to cool o Remove spark plug_ before storing in any e
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...................... ==-n,! ,Hmn n,H, M m,_,, TROU LESHOOTING POUNTS n nm, ,n,, M n !=n mm n nn'=',',,' = mu CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM u,-, ,= = ,,,H,=,,,, , = u, =urn= ,n ,nil, == m !,, Fill fuel tank,. 1. Out of fuel Will not start 2, See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section 2 Engine not "CHOKED" properly, 3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 3 Engine flooded 4 Clean or reptace air cleaner cartridge. 4 Dirty air cleaner 5 Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with fre
