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Craftsman 917.296010 User Manual

Craftsman 917.296010
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Owner's Manual
CRAFTSMAN+
FRONT TINE TILLER
5.5 HP
24 Inch Tine Width
Model No.
917.296010
Espahol, p. 19
This product has a low emission engine which operates
I_ 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 917.296010 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model917.296010
CategoryTiller
LanguageEnglish

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Details the one-year limited warranty for the tiller.

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS

Lists items and conditions not covered by the warranty.

SAFETY RULES

TRAINING AND PREPARATION

Essential safety instructions and pre-operation checks for safe use.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

OPERATION GUIDELINES

Safe operating procedures, including precautions and handling.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Instructions for maintaining and storing the tiller properly.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS OVERVIEW

Lists key product specifications like capacity, oil, and spark plug.

REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

Information on purchasing extended service and protection plans.

ACCESSORIES AND PARTS

AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES

Lists optional accessories for engine and tiller maintenance.

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Details the components included in the hardware pack for assembly.

ASSEMBLY AND PRE-OPERATION

TOOLS AND ASSEMBLY STEPS

Lists required tools and guides for assembling the tiller.

HANDLE AND DEPTH STAKE ADJUSTMENT

Instructions on adjusting handle height and tilling depth.

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TILLER CONTROLS

Identifies and explains the function of various tiller controls.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

STOPPING AND TRANSPORT

Procedures for stopping the engine and transporting the tiller.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

Checks and procedures required before starting the engine.

FILL ENGINE WITH OIL

Step-by-step guide for adding oil to the engine.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

ADD GASOLINE

Instructions for safely adding fuel to the tiller's tank.

TO START ENGINE

Detailed steps for starting the tiller's engine.

BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER

BREAK-IN PROCEDURE

Steps for properly breaking in the tiller's belt and tines.

TILLING AND CULTIVATING TIPS

Advice on effective tilling and cultivating techniques.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A schedule outlining regular maintenance tasks and intervals.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Tips for maintaining the tiller and warranty compliance.

BEFORE EACH USE

Essential checks to perform before operating the tiller.

LUBRICATION

Guidance on lubricating the unit according to the chart.

MAINTENANCE

ENGINE LUBRICATION

Details on engine oil type, grade, and checking levels.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Step-by-step instructions for changing the engine oil.

AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE

Procedures for cleaning and replacing the air cleaner cartridge.

MAINTENANCE

COOLING SYSTEM AND MUFFLER

Maintaining the cooling system and muffler for optimal performance.

SPARK PLUG AND TRANSMISSION

Spark plug replacement and transmission lubrication notes.

CLEANING PROCEDURES

Instructions on how to clean the tiller safely and effectively.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust the tiller's handle height for operator comfort.

TINE ARRANGEMENT

Options for configuring the tines for different tilling widths.

TINE OPERATION CHECK

Procedure to verify the tine control mechanism functions correctly.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FINAL CHECKS AND V-BELT REPLACEMENT

Final operational checks and steps to replace the V-belt.

ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS

Information on engine maintenance and carburetor adjustment.

STORAGE

TILLER AND ENGINE STORAGE

Preparing the tiller and engine for long-term storage.

FUEL SYSTEM AND OIL PREPARATION

Steps for storing fuel and preparing the engine oil.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

ENGINE STARTING ISSUES

Common causes and corrections for the engine not starting or starting hard.

POWER LOSS AND FUEL ISSUES

Troubleshooting loss of power due to fuel or other engine problems.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

ENGINE PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS

Solutions for engine overheating, rough running, or excessive bounce.

TILLING AND HANDLING ISSUES

Addressing problems like soil clumping or tiller not moving.

REPAIR PARTS

HANDLES ASSEMBLY PARTS

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

REPAIR PARTS

BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY PARTS

Exploded view and part list for belt guard and pulley components.

REPAIR PARTS

WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY PARTS

Exploded view and part list for wheel and depth stake components.

REPAIR PARTS

TINE ASSEMBLY PARTS

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

REPAIR PARTS

TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY PARTS

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

ENGINE PARTS

CARBURETOR GASKET AND OVERHAUL KITS

Lists specific gasket sets and overhaul kits for the carburetor.

ENGINE PARTS

ENGINE LABEL AND GASKET SETS

Details emissions labels and valve gasket sets for the engine.

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