Craftsman 917.294251 User Manual

Owner's Manual
CRnFTSMRN°
REAR TINE TILLER WITH
COUNTER ROTATING TINES
5.0 HP
17 Inch Tine Width
Model No.
917.294251
• 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

Craftsman 917.294251 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	917.294251
Category	Tiller
Language	English

Summary

Safety Rules and Guidelines

Operator Training

Read manual, understand controls, stop unit, disengage controls.

Pre-Operation Preparation

Operation Guidelines

Maintenance and Storage Overview

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Install Handle Assembly

Assembly Continuation and Pre-Operation Checks

Know Your Tiller and Safety Standards

Know Your Tiller

Diagrams and descriptions of tiller controls and components.

Core Operating Procedures

Stopping and Tiller Drive Modes

Instructions for stopping the tiller and engaging forward/reverse drive.

Tilling and Depth Stake Adjustment

Guides on adjusting the depth stake and performing tilling operations.

Operational Maneuvers and Checks

Engine Oil and Gasoline Management

Procedures for checking engine oil level and adding gasoline.

Starting Engine and Tilling Techniques

To Start Engine

Detailed steps for starting the tiller's engine safely and correctly.

Tilling Hints and Tips

Advice on improving tilling performance and handling the tiller effectively.

Cultivating and Component Maintenance

Cultivating Procedures and Wheel Adjustment

Tine Shear Pin Function

Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication

Maintenance Schedule

Table detailing service tasks and intervals for regular maintenance.

Lubrication Chart and Points

Engine Maintenance Procedures

Engine Lubrication and Oil Change

Instructions for selecting oil, checking levels, and changing engine oil.

Air Filter Cleaning

Steps for cleaning or replacing the engine's air filter for optimal performance.

Service and Adjustments

Spark Plug and Transmission Service

Belt and Tine Replacement

Belt Guard and Drive Belt Procedures

Tine Replacement Guidelines

Advice on identifying worn tines and the process for replacing them.

Tine Maintenance and Engine Adjustment

Tine Wear and Replacement

Criteria for checking tine wear and when replacement or straightening is needed.

Engine Emission Control and Carburetor

Storage Preparation and Fuel Management

Tiller and Engine Storage

Fuel System Preparation for Storage

Methods to prevent fuel system issues during storage, including fuel stabilizer use.

Troubleshooting Engine Starting and Power

Troubleshooting Handling and Operation

Repair Parts - Transmission

Repair Parts - Tine Assembly

Honda Engine Components and Parts

Engine Carburetor

Engine Crankcase Cover and Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank System Parts