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Owner's Manual
(RRFTSMRM°
F 0 T T TILLE
900 Series
24 Inch Tine Width
Model No.
917.299210
• EspaSol, p. 20
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before you start the
engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
426411 Rev. 4
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Manintenance ...................................... 12 Warranty ................................................ 2 Safety Rules .......................................... 2 Service and Adjustments ..................... 15 Product Specifications ........................... 4 Storage ................................................ 17 Troubleshooting ................................... 18 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 6 Illustrated Parts List ............................. 38 Opera
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• Use extension cords and receptacles • Do not overload the machine capacity as specified by the manufacturer for all by attempting to till too deep at too fast units with electric drive motors or elec- a rate. tric starting motors. • Never operate the machine at high • Never attempt to make any adjustments speeds on slippery surfaces. Look be- while the engine (motor) is running (ex- hind and use care when backing. cept where specifically recommended • Never allow bystanders near the unit. by m
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the Gasoline 3 Qts California Public Resources Code). Other Capacity: Unleaded Regular states may have similar laws. Federal SAE 30 OiI(APFSG-SL): laws apply on federal lands. A spark ar- (Capacity: 16 oz.) (Above 32°F) rester for the muffler is available through SAE 5w-30 your nearest Sears service center (See (Below 32°F) REPAIR PARTS section of this manual). NGK-BPR6ES Spark Plug : REPAIR PROTECTIO
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These accessories were available when the tiller was produced. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Some of these accessories may not apply to your tiller. ENGINE SPARK PLUG MUFFLER AIR FILTER GAS CAN ENGINE OIL STABILIZER TILLER MAINTENANCE BELT TINES SHEAR PIN HAIRPIN CLIP O i CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (_(2) Carriage Bolt_ Q 5/16-18 UNC x 2-1/2 (2) Flange Locknuts (1) Manual 5/16-18 UNC (2) Hex Bolt (2) Hex Nut 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (2) Lock 5/16-18 (1) Bottle Wa
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Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with the 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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR Tine ASSEMBLY Control A socket wrench set will make assembly Cable easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) Utility knife Column (2) 1/2 Wrench Handle "_ OPERATOR'S POSITION
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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 locations of var- ious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. F N R& -- TILLING FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL STOP U OR WARNING ON OFF Forward Tine Control Fuel Fill Port Throttle Control Valve Choke Control Depth Switch Stake Recoil Starter Handle Our tillers conform
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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 eye shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER TILLING Know how to operate all controls before The speed and depth of tilling is regulated adding fuel and oil or attempting to start by the position of the depth stake and engine.
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AROUND TOWN _CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. 2. Drain fuel tank. for fuel expansion. If gasoline is acci- 3. Transport in upright position to prevent dentally spilled, move machine away from area of spill. Avoid creating any source of oil leakage. ignition until gasoline vapors have disap- BEFORE STARTING ENGINE peared. IMPORTANT: Be very careful not to allow Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not dirt to enter
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7. If the choke lever has been moved to • Tilling is digging into, turning over, and the "ON" position to start the engine, breaking up packed soil before planting. gradually move it to the opposite posti- Loose, unpacked soil helps root growth. ion as the engine warms up. Best tilling depth is 4"-6". A tiller will NOTE: A warm engine requires less also clear the soil of unwanted vegeta- choking to start. tion. The decomposition of this vegeta- 8. Move throttle control to desired running ble mat
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CULTiVATiNG Cultivatingis destroyingthe weeds be- tween rowsto preventthem from robbing nourishmentand moisturefrom the plants. At the sametime, breaking upthe upper layer of soil crust will help retain moisture inthe soil. Best digging depth is 1"-3". • Youwill probably not needto usethe depth stake. Begin by tippingthe depth stake forward until it is held by the stake spring. • Cultivate up and downthe rows at a speed which will allowtines to uproot weeds and leavethe ground in rough condition
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MAINTENANCE / / / / / SCHEDULE /_J_ J_ .//_._/ SERWOE DATES ". ". ". Check Engine Oil Level if Change Engine Oil _1,2 Oil Pivot Points Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler Inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge _2 Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug ql_ 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this t
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5. Refill engine with oil. See "FILL _iLCAUTION:Disconnect spark plug wire ENGINE WITH OIL" in the Operation before performing any maintenance to section of this manual. prevent accidental starting of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove Oil fuel from tank before tipping unit for main- Drain tenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris. Plug Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns. Oil Level ENGINE O
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COOLING SYSTEM SPARK PLUG Your engine is air cooled. For proper en- Replace spark plugs at the beginning of gine performance and long life keep your each tilling season or after every 25 hours engine clean. of use, whichever comes first. Spark plug • Clean air screen frequently using a type and gap setting are shown in "PROD- stiff-bristled brush. UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of this • Remove blower housing and clean as manual. necessary. TRANSMISSION • Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff
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• Assemble holes '_' in tine hubs to holes _CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire "C" in tine shaft. from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug. TILLER A C TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions. Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil. • Remove outer tines. 1. If a higher handle height is desired, NOTE: When reassembling outer tines, loosen the four
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TO REPLACE V-BELT 5. With tine control "ON" (held down to handle) push down on handle to raise Replace V-belt if it has stretched consid- tines off the ground. erably or if it has cracks or frayed edges. 6. Slowly pull recoil starter handle while 1. Belt guard must be removed to service observing tines. Tines should rotate belt. See "TO REMOVE BELT GUARD" forward. in this section of manuaI.LT REMOVAL 7. If tines do not rotate, inner wire of con- 2. Remove V-beltfrom transmission pulley trol cabl
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NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will alternative in minimizing the formation of not be used for 30 days or more, fuel gum deposits during storage. Add _&Warning: Never store the tiller with gas- stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor- oline in the tank inside a building where age container. Always follow the mix ratio fumes may reach an open flame or spark. found on stabilizer container. Run engine Al
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Out of fuel. 1 Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2 Fuel valve "OFF" 2 Turn fuel valve to the "ON" position. 3 Engine Switch "OFF" 3 Turn engine switch to the "ON" position. 4 Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 4 See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. 5 Engine flooded. 5 Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 6 Bad spark plug or improper gap. 6 Replace spark plug or a
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: See appropriate section in manual unless directed to Sears service center PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1 Excessive Ground too dry and hard. 1 Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil conditions bounce/ difficult 2 Wheels and depth stake 2 Adjust wheels and depth stake. handling incorrectly adjusted. 1 Ground too wet. 1 Wait for more favorable conditions. Soil balls up or clumps 1 Tine control is not engaged. 1 Engage tine control Engine runs but tiller won't 2 V-belt not
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Mantenimiento ............................................. 30 Garanfia ....................................................... 20 Reglas de Seguridad ................................... 20 Servicio y Ajustes ........................................ 33 Almacenamiento .......................................... 35 Especificaciones del producto ..................... 22 Identificaci6n de Problemas ........................ 36 Montaje/Pre Operaci6n ................................ 24 Vea el manual Ing
