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Craftsman 917.293490 User Manual

Craftsman 917.293490
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Owner's Manual
JCRAFTSMAWJ
7.0 HP
19 INCH TINE WIDTH
REAR TINE WITH
DUAL ROTATING TINES
TILLER
Model No.
917.293490
Safety
Assembly /_
Operation /
Maintenance _/_ °
Espanol / __
Repair Parts __'_ i,_
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.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions before
operating this equipment,
Seam, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, II 60179
Visit our Craftsman website:www.sears.com/craftsman
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Craftsman 917.293490 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.293490
CategoryTiller
LanguageEnglish

Summary

WARRANTY

Limited Two Year Warranty

Details the warranty coverage and limitations for the Craftsman Tiller.

SAFETY RULES

Training and Preparation

Emphasizes reading the manual and preparing the area before operation.

Operation Safety

Covers safe practices during tiller operation, including handling foreign objects and vibration.

Maintenance and Storage Safety

Provides guidelines for safe maintenance and storage of the tiller.

Product Specifications

Customer Responsibilities

Accessories

Assembly

Assembly Overview

Provides instructions for assembling the tiller, including tools, operator position, and hardware.

Unpacking Carton

Instructions for safely removing the tiller from its shipping carton.

Install Handle

Step-by-step guide for attaching the tiller's handle assembly.

Connect Shift Rod and Cable Clip

Instructions for connecting the shift rod and securing control cables.

Remove Tiller from Crate

Guidance on safely removing the tiller from the shipping crate.

Check Tire Pressure and Handle Height

Importance of tire pressure and adjusting handle height for performance and comfort.

OPERATION

Know Your Tiller and Safety Standards

Familiarizes user with controls and states compliance with ANSI safety standards.

How to Use Your Tiller

Detailed guide on operating the tiller's functions and controls.

Shifting Gears, Depth Stake, and Drag Stake

Explains gear shifting, adjusting depth/drag stakes for different conditions.

Tilling Operation

Guides on tilling methods for various soil types and conditions.

Turning, Cultivating, and Shields

Instructions for maneuvering, cultivating, and adjusting outer side shields.

Transporting and Pre-Start Checks

Procedures for transporting the tiller and essential checks before starting the engine.

Adding Gasoline and Starting Engine

Guidelines for fueling and procedures for starting the tiller's engine.

Tilling Hints

Cultivating Techniques

Tine Shear Pins

Adjust Wheels for Cultivating

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Schedule, Recommendations, and Lubrication

Outlines maintenance tasks, general advice, and lubrication points.

Engine Oil Change and Air Filter Service

Procedures for engine oil maintenance and servicing the air filter.

Cooling System, Muffler, Spark Plug, Transmission

Maintenance for cooling, muffler, spark plug, and transmission lubrication.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Adjust Handle Height

Steps to adjust the tiller's handle height for optimal operator position.

Tire Care, Belt Guard, and Belt Adjustment

Maintenance for tires, belt guard removal, and drive belt tension adjustment.

Tine Replacement

Guidance on checking and replacing worn or damaged tiller tines.

Engine Adjustments

Throttle Cable and Carburetor Adjustment

Steps to adjust throttle cable and engine carburetor for performance.

STORAGE

Tiller and Engine Storage Preparation

Procedures for cleaning, fueling, and securing the tiller and engine for storage.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Starting and Power Issues

Addresses problems like the engine not starting or loss of power.

Engine Overheating and Handling Problems

Solutions for engine overheating, excessive bounce, and difficult handling.

Soil, Movement, Tine, and Shifting Issues

Addresses soil clumping, tiller movement, tines skipping, and gear shifting problems.

REPAIR PARTS

Handles Repair Parts

Exploded view and part list for the tiller's handle assembly.

Mainframe, Left Side Repair Parts

Diagram and part list for the left side mainframe components.

Mainframe, Right Side Repair Parts

Diagram and part list for the right side mainframe components.

Transmission Repair Parts

Exploded view and part list for the tiller's transmission assembly.

Tine Shield Repair Parts

Diagram and part list for the tiller's tine shield components.

Tine Assembly Repair Parts

Exploded view and part list for the tiller's tine assemblies.

Decals

Identifies the location and type of various decals on the tiller.

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