Craftsman 917.295852 User Manual

OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
917.295852
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
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5.0 P
17 raNCHTINE WIDTH
REAR TiNE TILLER WiTH
COUNTER
ROTATING TINES
=Assembly
=Operation
- Customer Responsibilities
- Service and Adjustments
- Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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Craftsman 917.295852 Specifications

General

Model Number	917.295852
Category	Tiller
Engine Displacement	208cc
Tine Count	4
Forward Rotations	Yes
Reverse Rotations	Yes
Warranty	2 years

Summary

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices and Warnings

General safety guidelines, symbols, and warnings for safe tiller use.

Training, Preparation, and Operation

Maintenance and Storage Safety

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS, WARRANTY AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Specifications and Customer Duties

ASSEMBLY GUIDE

Tools and Hardware

Unpacking and Handle Installation

Connecting Controls and Adjustments

OPERATION GUIDE

Know Your Tiller Controls

Familiarize yourself with tiller controls and their functions.

Turning, Transport, and Pre-Start Checks

Turning, transport, oil check, and adding fuel procedures.

Engine Starting and Tilling Best Practices

Starting engine, tilling hints, cultivating, and shear pins.

Tiller Symbols and Safety Requirements

OPERATION GUIDE

Basic Operation, Stopping, and Depth Stake

Using controls, depth stake, and stopping procedures.

Tilling, Drive Modes, and Cultivation

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Service intervals, general upkeep, and before-use checks.

Lubrication Guide and Chart

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Engine and Air Cleaner Maintenance

Engine oil checks, air cleaner service, cooling system care.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AND SERVICE

Component Maintenance and Care

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Belt Guard and Drive Belt Service

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

Tine Replacement and Maintenance

Guide for replacing worn or damaged tiller tines.

Throttle Cable and Carburetor Adjustment

Adjusting throttle cable and carburetor settings for optimal performance.

STORAGE PROCEDURES

Tiller and Engine Storage Preparation

Cleaning, oiling cylinders, and fuel system preparation for storage.

General Storage Guidelines

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Engine Starting and Power Issues

Common causes and solutions for starting and power loss.

Operational and Drive System Issues

Troubleshooting overheating, bounce, drive, and tine problems.

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE

Carburetor and Fuel System Parts

Ignition and Air Cleaner Parts

Governor and Fuel System Components

REPAIR SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION

Contacting Sears for Service and Parts