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Craftsman 917.294250 User Manual

Craftsman 917.294250
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Owner's Manual
ICRRFTSMRWI
REAR TINE TILLER WITH
COUNTER ROTATING TINES
5.0 HP
17 Inch Tine Width
Model No.
917.294250
Espahol, p. 21
This product has a low emission engine which operates
differently from previously built engines. Before start the
you
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
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Craftsman 917.294250 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerCraftsman
Model Number917.294250
Engine Displacement208cc
Engine Type4-cycle
Tilling Depth6 inches
Forward Speeds1
Reverse Speeds1
Weight95 lbs
TypeFront-tine tiller
Wheel Size13 inches
Fuel Tank Capacity0.8 gallons
Tine RotationForward-rotating

Summary

WARRANTY

SAFETY RULES

TRAINING AND PREPARATION

Understand controls, safe operation, and prepare equipment.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY GUIDELINES

Rules for safe operation, speed, tines, and bystanders.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY

Guidelines for keeping equipment safe and proper storage.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

Details on purchasing extended service plans for repairs and maintenance.

ACCESSORIES AND UNASSEMBLED PARTS

TILLER ACCESSORIES

Optional attachments for improving tiller performance and maintenance.

ASSEMBLY AND PRE-OPERATION

TOOLS, POSITION, AND UNPACKING

Tools needed, operator's stance, and unpacking instructions.

HANDLE INSTALLATION AND SHIFT ROD CONNECTION

TIRE PRESSURE AND HANDLE HEIGHT

Checking tire pressure and adjusting handle height.

OPERATION OVERVIEW

KNOW YOUR TILLER AND SAFETY STANDARDS

Familiarization with controls, symbols, and ANSI safety standards.

USING TILLER CONTROLS AND DEPTH STAKE

TILLING PROCEDURE

Step-by-step guide for tilling, including speed adjustments.

MANEUVERING, SIDE SHIELDS, AND TRANSPORT

PRE-START CHECKS AND ADDING FUEL

Engine checks before starting and guidelines for adding gasoline.

STARTING THE ENGINE AND TILLING HINTS

CULTIVATING AND TINE MAINTENANCE

WHEEL ADJUSTMENT AND SHEAR PIN FUNCTION

Adjusting wheels for cultivation and understanding shear pin roles.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND GUIDELINES

SCHEDULED TASKS AND LUBRICATION

Maintenance intervals and lubrication guide for the tiller.

ENGINE OIL AND AIR FILTER CARE

MUFFLER AND EXHAUST SYSTEM CARE

Guidance on maintaining the muffler and spark arrester.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

SPARK PLUG, TRANSMISSION, AND CLEANING

Spark plug service, transmission lubrication, and tiller cleaning methods.

TIRE CARE AND HANDLE ADJUSTMENT

Maintaining tire pressure and adjusting handle height.

BELT GUARD, BELT REPLACEMENT, AND ADJUSTMENT

TINE REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES

Information on when and how to replace worn tiller tines.

ENGINE EMISSION SYSTEMS AND CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

STORAGE PROCEDURES

TILLER AND ENGINE STORAGE PREPARATION

Steps for preparing the tiller and its engine for long-term storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

ENGINE STARTING AND POWER ISSUES

Common causes and corrections for engine starting and power loss problems.

OPERATIONAL AND HANDLING ISSUES

Troubleshooting for overheating, handling, soil clumping, movement, tines, gears, and shut-off problems.

REPAIR PARTS - HANDLES

REPAIR PARTS - MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE

REPAIR PARTS - MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE

REPAIR PARTS - TRANSMISSION

REPAIR PARTS - TINE SHIELD

REPAIR PARTS - TINE ASSEMBLY

DECALS AND LABELS

ENGINE COMPONENTS OVERVIEW

MAJOR ENGINE ASSEMBLIES

Diagrams and parts lists for key engine assemblies like control, carburetor, flywheel.

ENGINE CONTROL, STARTER, CARBURETOR, FLYWHEEL PARTS DETAIL

ENGINE CYLINDER, PISTON, AIR CLEANER, MUFFLER ASSEMBLIES

ENGINE CYLINDER, PISTON, AIR CLEANER, MUFFLER PARTS DETAIL

ENGINE CRANKCASE COVER AND FUEL TANK ASSEMBLIES

SEARS CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SUPPORT

IN-HOME AND CARRY-IN REPAIR SERVICES

Information on scheduling repair services and finding local service centers.

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS AND INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE

Details on service agreements and customer support contacts.

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