Craftsman 917.297042 User Manual

Owner's Manual
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17 Inch Tine Width
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Model No.
917.297042
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This product has a low emission engine which operates
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from built Before the
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.
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Craftsman 917.297042 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	917.297042
Category	Tiller
Language	English

Summary

Product Information and Safety

Important Safety Instructions

Critical safety warnings to read before operating the tiller.

Warranty and Safety Guidelines

Craftsman Tiller Warranty Details

Safety Rules and Training

Essential safety rules, training, and preparation for tiller operation.

Tiller Operation

Safe Operating Procedures

Guidelines for safe tiller operation, including controls and hazard avoidance.

Assembly and Pre-Operation

Unpacking and Handle Installation

Assembly Completion and Checks

Tiller Operation and Safety Standards

Tiller Usage and Operation

Basic Operation and Stopping

Covers stopping the tiller, tine engagement, and forward/reverse movement.

Tilling and Cultivating Techniques

Advanced Operation and Preparation

Engine Fueling and Starting

Adding Fuel and Safety

Procedures for safely adding gasoline to the tiller's fuel tank.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the tiller's engine.

Tilling and Cultivating Techniques

Tilling and Soil Preparation Tips

Maintenance Schedule and Recommendations

Scheduled Maintenance Tasks

A schedule outlining maintenance checks before use, hourly, and seasonally.

General Maintenance and Lubrication

Engine Maintenance

Engine Oil and Lubrication

Details on oil types, viscosity, and changing engine oil.

Air Cleaner Servicing

Engine and Transmission Service

Spark Plug, Transmission, and Cleaning

Tire and Belt Maintenance

Belt Guard and Drive Belt Service

Tine Maintenance and Replacement

Tine Condition and Wear

Explains how tine wear affects performance and when to replace tines.

Tine Replacement Procedure

Engine Adjustments

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment

Carburetor Adjustment Guidance

Storage Procedures

Tiller Preparation for Storage

Steps for cleaning, lubricating, and securing the tiller before storage.

Engine Fuel and Oil Storage

Guidance on preparing the engine's fuel system and oil for long-term storage.

Troubleshooting Engine Issues

Engine Starting Problems

Diagnoses and corrects issues related to the engine not starting or being hard to start.

Engine Power Loss Issues

Identifies causes and solutions for reduced engine power during operation.

Troubleshooting Operational Issues

Operational and Drive Problems

Addresses issues like overheating, bounce, tilling difficulty, and drive system faults.

Engine Service and Parts

Engine Parts List and Kits