Caution:

Read and follow

all Safety Rules and Instructions

Before Operating This Equipment

??

COUNTER ROTATING TI ES

oAssembUy

??? Operation

, Customer Responsibilities

TRAINING

???Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly??

???Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never

allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.

???Keep the area of operation clear of afl persons, particu- larly small children, and pets??

PREPARATION

???Thoroughly inspect the areawhere the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects.

???Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before

-starting the engine (motor).

???Do not operate the equipment without wearing ad- equate outer garments. Wear footwear that will im- prove footing on slippery surfaces.

???Handle fuel with care; it is highly flamrnabteo o Use an approved fuel container.

???Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.

???Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors

???Replace gasoline cap securety and clean up spilled fuel before restarting

???Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors

???Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except where specifically recommended by manufacturer)_

OPERATION

??Do riot put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

???Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross- ing gravel drives, walks, or roads, Stay alert for hldden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.

???After'striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly in- spect the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller'.

???Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,

???If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

,Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating position_

,Take all possible precautions when leaving the ma- chine unattended, Disengage the tines, shift into neutral, and stop the engine.

???Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped_ Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cord on electric motors.

???Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are dangerous.

???Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place.

??Keep children and pets away.

,Do not overload the machine capacity by attem pting to till too deep at too fast a rate,

???Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing.

,Never allow bystanders near the unit,

???Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the tiller (such as wheel weights, counterweights, cabs, and the like),

???Never operate the tiller without good visibility or tight.

???Be careful when tilling in hard ground The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward. If this

occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the machine.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

oKeep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe working condition,

???Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

???Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present, such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the

like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure,

???Always refer to the operator's guide instructions for important details if the tiiler is to be stored for an extended period.

CAUTION: Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions?? it means _Attention! Become Alertt Your

safety is involved.

IMPORTANT; USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A

POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT.

NOTE: Gives essential informationthat wilt aid you to better

understand, incorporate,or execute a particularset of instruc- tions

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tiller.. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance..

Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized Sears Service Center/Department They have competent, well-

trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit_

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES"??

MODEL

NUMBER 917.295550

SERIAL

NUMBER

DATE OF

PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO

THE TOP OF THE TRANSMISSION,.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SER!AL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE Af_D KEEP IN A SAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ???

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod- uct, Contact your nearest Sears store for details..

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

o Read and observe the safety rules,

??Follow aregular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tiller.

??Follow the instructions under the "Customer

Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual..

These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are outlets, Catalog and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can order repatr parts number of your tiller.

also available at most Sears Retalt for you when you provide the mo del

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier_ Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(1) Utility knife

(1)Wire cutter

(t)Screwdriver

(t) Tire pressure gauge

(1) Pair of pliers

(1) 9/16" wrench

OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1)

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles).

FRONT

OPERATOR'S

POSITION

UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2)

staples when handling or disposing of CAUTION: Be careful of exposed

cartoning material,

IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING

TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK

CABLES.

???While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties securing handle assembly to top frame and depth stake.. Let handle assembly rest on tiller,

o Removetop frame ofcartono

. Slowly ease handle assembly up and place on top of carton??

. Cut down right hand front and right hand rear corners of carton, lay side carton wall down.

??Remove packing material from handle assembly.

??Separate shift rod from handle assembly_

SHIFT ROD

\

HANDLE

ASSEMBLY

FIG. 2

INSTALL HANDLE (See Figs. 3, 4, and 5)

??Insert one handle lock (with teeth facing outward) in gearcase notch, (Apply grease on smooth side of handle lock to aid in keeping lock in place until handle assembly is lowered into position??)

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

oGrasp handle assembly, Hold in"up" position. Be sure handle lock remains in gearcase notch. Slide handle assembly into position_

_,_-=_._;, / HANDLE ASSEMBLY

LOCKLEVERTO

HOLDTIGHTEN HANDLE 1

FIG. 4

??Rotate handle assembly down to install two carriage boIts and Iocknuts, Insert rear carriage bolt (Fig?? 5) first, with head of bolt on L.H. side of tiller?? Lower the handfe

assembly,, Tighten bolts so handle moves with some resistance??

??Place flat washer on threaded end of handle lock lever??

??Insert handle lock lever through handle base and ghearcaseo Screw in handle lock lever just enough to

old lever in place,,

??Insert second handle lock (with teeth inward) in the slot of the handle base (just inside of washer)_

??With handle assembly in lowest position, securely tighten handle lock lever by rotating clockwise. Leav- ing handle assembly in _owest position will make it easier to remove tiller from carton.

REAR

CARRIAGE

BOLT

LOCKNUTS

HANDLE

BASE

FIG. 5

::ii_Ul,

CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6)

,Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of shift lever indicator.

,Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure.

???Insert other end of shift rod into hole in shift lever,

???Insert second hairpin clip through hole of shift rod,

SHIFT

REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE

,Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N" (neutral) posi- tion (See Fig. 6)

???Tilt tillerforward by lifting handle, Separate cardboard cover from leveling shield.

???Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull tiller out of carton,

INSERT CABLE CLIP (See Fig. 7)

???Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the back of handle column, Push cables into clip.

CABLES

'CABLE CUP

FIG. 7

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pressure is important for best tilling performance.

??Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI,

HANDLE HEIGHT

??Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator. (See "TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT' in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual),

SHIFT LEVER

SHIFT LEVER

CHOKECONTROL

DRIVE CONTROL BAR - Used to engage tines??

DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which tiller will dig.

LEVELING SHIELD .. Levels tilled soi!.

OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to protect small plants from being buried.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed??

SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission gears??

SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Shows which gear the transmission is in,

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine_

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 10)

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil or attempting to start engine,.

The depth stake can be raised or lowered to allow you more versatile tilting and cultivating, or to more easily transport your tiller.

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

TINES AND DRIVE

. Release drive control bar to stop movement.

???Move shift lever to "N" (neutral) position.

ENGINE

.. Move throttle control to "STOP" position??

???Never use choke to stop engine

SHIFT

LEVER

DRIVE CONTROL BAR

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

FIG. 9

TINE OPERATION -WITH WHEEL DRIVE

oAlways release drive control bar before moving shift lever into another position??

??Tine movement is achieved by moving shift lever to"T" (till) position and engaging drive control bar,,

FORWARD-WHEELS ONLY/FINES STOPPED

??Release drive control bar and move shift lever indicator

to"F" (forward)positiono Engage drive control bar and tiller will move forward.

REVERSE - WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED

= DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER_

??Release the drive control bar,.

??Move throttle control to "SLOW" position_

??Move shift lever indicator to "R" (reverse) position.

=Hold drive control bar against the handle to start tiller movement.

STAKEDEPTH_

FIG. 10

TILLING (See Fig. 11)

??Release depth stake pin. Pull the depth stake up for increased tilling depth. Place depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in position.

??Place shift lever indicator in "T" position_

???Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start tilling movement. "Fines and wheels will both turn,

??Move throttle control to "FAST" position for deep tilling. To cultivate, throttle control can be set at any desired speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to cultivate.

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS RELEASE DRIVE CONTROL BAR

BEFORE MOVING SHIFT LEVER INTO ANOTHER

POSITION

DEPTH STAKE PIN

"RELEASED"POSITION

\

"LOCKED"

POSITION

NUT"A"

NUT "B"

SIDE SHIELD

FIG. 11

TURNING

. Release the drive control bar.

???Move throttle control to "SLOW" position

???Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position. Tines wilt not turn.

. Lift handle to raise tines out of ground.

???Swing the handle in the opposite direction you wish to turn, being careful to keep feet and legs away from tines,

???When you have completed your turn-around, release the drive co ntrol bar and lower handler Place shift lever in "T" (till) position and move throttle control to desired speed. To begin tilling, hold drive control bar against the handle.

OUTER SIDE SHIELDS (See Fig, 11)

The front edges of the outer side shields are slotted so that the shields can be raised for deep tilling and lowered for

shallow titling to protect small plants from being buried. Loosen nut "A" in slot and nut "B" Move shield to desired

position (both sides). Retighten nuts.

TRANSPORTING

???Release the depth stake pin Move the depth stake down to the top hole for transporting the tiller. Place depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in position, This prevents tines from scuffing the ground

??Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position for transporting.

???Hold the drive controt bar against the handle to start tiller movement Tines will not turn,

???Move throttle control to desired speed

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

IMPORTANT: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT

TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING

OIL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE

IN APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS, USE CLEAN FiLL FUNNELS.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12)

???The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the factory, already filfed with SAE 30 summer weight oil,

???With engine level, clean area around oil filler plug and remove plug,

???Engine oil should be to point of overflowing?? For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICA- TIONS" on page 3 of this manual. All oil must meet AP]. Service Classification SG.

???For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See oil viscosity chart in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

???To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili- ties section in this manual,

OIL

OIL

FILLER

PLUG

IL DRAIN

PLUG

FIG. 12

ADD GASOLINE

???Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline, (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life.

IMPORTANT; WHEN OPERATING iN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32??F (0??C), USE FRESH, CLEAN, WINTER

GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD

WEATHER STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohof or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor- age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank. start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty_ Use fresh fuel next season, See Storage section of this manual for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe fuel tank or permanent damage may occur

CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 Inch of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow for fuel expansion. If gasoline Is accidentally spilled, move machine away from area of spill. Avoid creatlng any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have disappeared.

Do not overfill. Wipe off any sptlled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gaso- line near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 13)

_ CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in

. DISENGAGED position when start- mg engine,

???Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected.

???Move shift lever indicator to "N" (neutral) position.

???Place throttle control in "FAST" position??

???To start a cold engine, place choke control in"CHOKE" position, A warm engine requires less choking to start.

???Grasp starter handle with one hand and grasp the tiller with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point)??

???Pull starter handle quickly, Do not let starter handle snap back against starter.

???.When engine starts, slowly move choke control to "RUN" position as engine warms up.

???Move throttle control to desired running position.

???Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging tines.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32??F), the carburetor fuel mixture

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the SERVICE AND AD-

JUSTMENT section of this manual_

CHOKE

CONTROL

TILLING HINTS

................... i i ?? ii L,J:.....

handling your tiller, start actual field J CAUTION:withthrottleUntiluseyouinsloware accustomedposition (midto-

way between "FAST" and "iDLE"),

???Tilling is digging into, turning over, and breaking up

acked soil before planting_ Loose, unpacked soil elps root growth_ Best tilling depth is 4 to 6 '.A tiller

will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation, The decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches the soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall and wind), it

may be advisable to till the soil at the end of the growing season to further condition the soil_

???Soil conditions are important for'propertilling_ Tines wilt

not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may contrib- ute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller. Hard soil should be moistened before tilling; however, extremely wet soil wil! "ball-up" or clump during tilling. Wait until the soil is less wet in order to achieve the best results_ When titling in the fall, remove vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation,

. For easier handling of you r tiller, leave about 8 inches of untilled soil between the first and second titiing passes.. The third pass will be between the first and second (See Fig, 14)o

-Do not lean on handle. This takes weight off the wheels and reduces traction. To get through a realty tough section of sod or hard ground, apply upward pressure on handle or lower the depth stake_

i llllllll,i i,Hlllll

CULTIVATING

Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pre- vent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the plants. At the same time, breaking up the upper layer of soil crust will help retain moisture in the soil, Best digging depth is 1" to 3" (2??5-7??5 cm), Lower the outer side shields to protect small plants from being buried.

???Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will allow tines to uproot weeds and leave the ground in rough condition, promoting no further growth of weeds and grass (See Fig,. 15).

A?? A

t--..

FIG. 15

ADJUST WHEELS FOR CULTIVATING (See

Figs. 16 and 17)

???Place blocks under right hand side of tiller and remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from right hand wheel,

???Move wheel outward approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) until hole in inner wheel hub lines up with inner hole in axle_

OUTER VIEW OF TIRE

CLEVIS

PIN

HAfRPIN

CUP

FIG. 16

???Replace clevis pin and hairpin clip on inside of wheel and remove blocks.

o Repeat preceding steps on left hand side.

NOTE: In extremely rough conditions and while cultivating, the wheels should be moved outward on the axle for

increased stability.

INNER VIEW OF TIRE

CLEVIS k\\

PIN

HAIRPIN

CLIP

GENERAL RECOMIVlEN DATnONS

The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain tiller as instructed in this manual??

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tiller.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each

season.,

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check tines and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air- fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer,

BEFORE EACH USE

???Check engine oil level,,

??Check tine operation.

???Check for loose fasteners,

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART"),

LUBRICATION CHART

*THROTTLE

CONTROL

* DEPTH STAKE

PIN

LEVELING

IHIELD

HINGES

*IDLER

BRACKET* WHEEL

HUB

*SAE 30 OR IOW-30 MOTOR OIL

**REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG, Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected temperature,

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

".............!

..... TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OlL CHANGE

FIG. 18

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W-30, 10W-30, etc.) improve starting in cofd weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32??F (0??C). Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oiL

Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for 25 hours in one year,.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use,, Add SAE 30 motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil filler plug securely each time you check the oil level,.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 18 and 19)

Determine temperature range expected before oil changed All oil must meet API service classification SG.

o Be sure tiller is on level surfacer

?? Oil wil! drain more freely when warm??

=Catch oil in a suitable container_

o Remove drain plug.

o Tip tiller forward to drain oil

=After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.

oRemove oil filler plug_ Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine??

??Refill engine with oil. See "CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in the Operation section of this manual.

OIL LEVEL

AIR CLEANER (See Fig. 20)

Service air cleaner cartridge every twenty-five hours, more often if engine is used in very dusty conditions.

??? Loosen air cleaner screws, one on each side of cover.

??Remove air cleaner cover,

oCarefully remove air cleaner cartridge. Be careful Do not allow dirt or debris to fall into carburetor.

???Clean by tapping gently on a flat surface_

=Ifvery dirty, replace or wash in a nonsudsing detergent and warm water solution_ Rinse thoroughly with water flowing from mesh side until water is clear_ Allow cartridge to stand and air dry thoroughly before using_

??Clean and replace cover. Tighten screws securely,

as kerosene, are notto be used to clean

CAUTION; Petroleum solvents, such cartridge. They may cause deteriora-

tion of the cartridge. Do not oil car- tridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge.

AtR

._.._-.----COVER

_AIR CLEANER

CARTRIDGE

FIG. 20

COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 21)

Your engine is air cooled. For proper engine performance and long life keep your engine clean.

o Ctean air screen frequently using a stiff-bristled brush.

??Remove blower housing and clean as necessary.,

??Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.

CYLINDER FINS

MUFFLER

Do not operate tiller'without muffier_ Do not tamper with exhaust system, Damaged mufflers or spark arrestors could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark attester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection.. Replace if damaged.

SPARK PLUG

Replace spark ptugsat the beginning of each tilling season or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PRODUCT SPECI- FICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

TRANSMISSION

Your transmission is sealed and will only require lubrication if serviced??

CLEANING

???Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc, of all foreign matter.

???Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

. Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your unit unless the muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered

to keep water out, Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life,

TILLER

TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 22)

Seiect handle height best suited for your t{l{ingconditions, Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soilo

???First loosen handle lock lever,,

???Handle can be pos!!ioned at different settings between HIGH and LOW positions.

???Retighten handle lock lever securely after adjusting.

TIRE CARE

less beads are seated, overinflation

CAUTION: When mounting tires, un- ! can cause an explosion.

Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure_ If tire pressures are not equal, tiller will pull to one side,

Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which can damage rubber.

TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 23)

???Place blocks under transmission to keep tiller from tipping,

???Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from wheel.

???Remove wheel and tire.

???Repair tire and reassemble_

TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig, 24)

NOTE: For ease of removal, remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from left wheel. Pull wheel out from tiller about 1 inch.

,Remove two (2) cap nuts and washers from side of belt guard,

oRemove hex nut and washer from bottom of belt guard (located behind wheel),

???Pull belt guard out and away from unit,

??Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure_

BELT GUARDCAP NUT

TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 24 and 25)

,Move left wheel and remove belt guard as described in

"TO REMOVE BELT GUARD".

???Loosen belt guides "A" and "B" and also nuts "C" and

_'D 1_"

,Remove old belt by slipping from engine pulley first.

???Place new belt in groove of transmission pulleyand into engine pulley. BELT MUST BE IN GROOVE ON

TOP OF IDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION OF BELT

TO GUIDES,

???Tighten belt guides "A" and "B" and nuts "C" and "D",

??Check belt adjustment as described below.

???Replace belt guard,

. Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin and hairpin clip_

TIRE)

CAP NUT

AND WASHERHAIRPINCLIPAND

CLEVISPiN

GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (See

Fig. 25)

For proper belt tension, the extension spring should have about 5/8 inch stretch when drive control bar is in "EN- GAGED" position, This tension can be attained as follows:

NUT "C"

FIG. 24

ENGINE

PULLEY

. Tighten cable clip screw securely.

LESS

TENSION

A badly worn tine causes your'tiller to work harder and dig

Sharpened tine edges will rotate rearward from above.

SERVICE A

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig. 29)

???Loosen cable clamp screw to allow cable to move,

???Move throttte control lever on upper handle to "FAST" position,

???Pull throttle cable out until engine bellcrank is back as far as it will go,

??Hold cable in this position and tighten clamp screw securely.

CLAMP SCREW

THROTTLE

BELLCRANK

FIG. 29

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 30)

The carburetor has a high speed jet and has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. How- ever, minor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or toad, If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows.

In general, turning the idle needle valve in (clockwise) decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel/air mixture. Turning the needle valve out (counter- clockwise) increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel/air mixture.

IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE

SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREWS

ARE TURNED IN TOO TIGHT.

PRELIMINARY SETTING

???Air cleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu- retor when making carburetor adjustments..

???Be sure the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above)??

???With engine off, turn idle needle valve in (clockwise) closing it finger tight and then turn valve out (counter- clockwise) 1-1/2 turns??

ADJUSTMENTS

FINAL SETTING

???Start engine and allow to warm for five minute& Make final adjustments with engine running at idle and drive control bar in "DISENGAGED" position,,

???With throttle control lever in "SLOW" position, turn idle needle valve in (clockwise) until engine begins to die then turn out (counterclockwise) until engine runs rough, Turn valve to a point midway between those two positions.

IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT

To adjust idle RPM, rotate throttle linkage counter- clockwise and hold against stop while adjusting idle speed adjusting screw to obtain 1750 RPM. Release throttle linkage,

ACCELERATION TEST

???Move throttle control lever from "SLOW" to "FAST" position?? If engine hesitates or dies, turn needle valve out (counterclockwise) 1/8 turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine acceler- ates smoothly.

High speed stop is factory adjusted?? Do not adjust or damage may result.

IMPORTANT; NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDINGTHE ENGtNEABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IFYOUTHINKTHE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS

PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY

NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.

immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit wil! not be used for 30 days or more.

CAUTION: Never store ttle tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure,

TILLER

???Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

,Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this rnanual)_

???Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual

???Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened, inspect moving partsfordamage, breakage and wear, Replace if necessary_

???Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL

SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL

FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE.

ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL

BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING

ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE

WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF

ACIDS DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE

THE FUEL SYSTEM OFAN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

. Drain the fue! tank_

???Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty,

???Neveruse engine or carburetorcleaner productsin the fue! tank or permanent damage may occur,

??Use fresh fuel next season

NOTE: Fue! stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor- age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container, Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fue! stabilizer_

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil, (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

CYLINDERS

???Remove spark plug,

???Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder.

???Pull starter handle slowly severa! times to distribute oil

???Replace with new spark plug,

OTHER

???Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

???Replace your gasoline carl if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems,

???If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt,

???Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture, Do not use plastic, Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

wilt cause your unit to rusL

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

TF OU LESHO0

NG POINTS

PROBLEM

Wilt not start

Hard to start

CAUSE

t.Out of fuel,,

2.Engine not "CHOKED" properly.

3.Engine flooded,

4Dirty air cleaner

5Water In fuel.

6.Clogged fuel tank.

7.Loose spark plug wire.

8.Bad spark plug or Improper gap. 9_ Carburetor out of adjustment.

1.Throttle control not sat properly.

2.Dirty air cleaner,

3.Bad spark plug or Improper gap.

4, Stale or dirty fuel,

5.Loose spark plug wire

6, Carburetor out of adjustment

CORRECTION

I, Fill fuel tank,

2, See 'q'O START ENGINE" In Operation section 3,, Walt several minutes before attempting to start, 4, Ctean or replace air cteaner cartridge,

5, Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank wtth fresh

gasoline.

6, Remove fuel tank and clean_

7.Make sure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug

8.Replace spark plug or adjust gap.,

9, Make necessary adjustments.

1o Place throttle control In "FAST" poslfiOno

2o Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.

3 Replace spark plug or adjust gap.

4.Drafn fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

5.Make sure spark plug wire Is seated propedy on plug

6, Make necessary adjustments.

Loss of power

Engine overheats

Excessive bounce/

difficult handling

Soil balls up or clumps

Engine runs but tiller won't move

Engine runs but labors when tilling

Tines will not rotate

1.Englne is overloaded

2.Dirty air cleaner.

3.Low otl level/dirty oil,

4.Faulty spark plug.

5.Oil in fuel

6.Stale or dirty fuel

7.Water In fuel.

8,, Clogged fuel tank

9. Spark plug wire loose.

10 Dirty engtne air screen

11.Dlrbjiclogged muffler.

12Carburetor out of adjustment

13Poor compression

J t i_ J_l _ t

1.Low oli level/dirty olt

2.Dlrbj engine air screen.

3.Dlrty engine,

4.Partially plugged muffler.

5.Improper carburetor adjustment.

1.Ground too dry and hard.

Ground too wet,

1.Drive control bar is not engaged.

2.V-beft not correctly adjusted

3.V-belt ts off pulley(s),,

1.Tilling too deep.

2.Throttle control not propady adjusted

3.Carburetor out of adjustment.

1.Shear pin(s) broken.

1, Set depth stake for shallower tilling

2, Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge 3,, Check oil level/change oil.

4.Clean and regap or change spark plug_

5_ Drain and clean fuel tank and refill, and clean carburator_ 6, Drain fuel tank and refill wtth fresh gasoline

7, Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with fresh

gasollneo

8, Remove fuel tank and cfean.

9, Connect and tighten spark prug wtre. 10 Clean engine air screen.

11.Clean/replace muffler.

12 Make necessary adjustments.

13.Contact an authorized Sears Service Center/Department

k I: k

1??? Check oil level/change otl, 2, Clean engine air screen.

3 Clean cylinder fins, afr screen, and muffler area.

4.Remove and clean muffler.

5.Adjust carburetor to richer position.

1Moisten ground or walt for more favorable soil conditions

1, Watt for more favorable soilconditions

1_ Engage drive control,

2.Inspect/adjust V-belt

3InspectV.belto

1.Set depth stakefor shallower tilling.

2, Check throttlecontrolsetting.

3.Make necessaryadjustments,

1.Replace shear pin(s).

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1110707X

2110674X

3110673X

4127254X

56712J

6137119

7110641X

8STD511005

9STD533125

10110646X

tl STD624003

1281328

1311074tX

14109313X

15110702X

16STD533710

17109229X

4\

3

2 1

30

DESCRIPTION

Cap, Sleeve

Grip, Handle

Grommet, Handle

Bar',Drive Control Assembly

Cap, Vinyl

Panel, Control

Bushing, Split

*Screw,Mach. Pan Head. C_R.

#10-24 x 1/2

*Bolt, Carriage

5/16-t8 UNC x 2-3/8 Gr, 5 Handle, Grip

*Clip, Hairpin Bolt, Shoulder Handle, Shift

Grommet, Rubber Rod, Shift

*Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5 Lock, Handle

3

5

t5

11

27STD541025 *Nut, Hex 1/4-20

28STD551t25 * Washer, Lock 1/4

29STD541462 * Nut, Keps #10-24

30t270t2X Throttle, Control

*STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE= All component dimensions given in U,S, inches. 1 inch = 25,4 mm

KEY PART NO, NO.

I STD541431

2STD551137

3STD541037

474930568

5 STD571810

6110111X

7STD532505

88700J

986777

109484R

11STD551125

12STD541025

13STD503103

14 120938X

158TD551031

16100473M

17STD541031

18110651X

192649M

20110653X

2113169t

22104214X

23102190X

109208X

795R

24126875X

25STD624003

26131159X417

27132672

DESCRIPTION

*Nut, Keps, Flange 5/16-18

*Washer, Lock 3/8

*Nut, Hex 3/8-16

Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 4-1/4

*Pin, Roll Lever, Shift

*Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1/2 Gr. 5 Plate, Shift Indicator

Screw, Hex, Washer Head, Slotted #10-24 x 1/2

Clip

*Washer, Lock 1/4

*Nut, Hex 1/4-20

*Screw, Set, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/8

Spacer, Split 0.327 x 042 x 2.68 *Washer 11/32 x 1I/t6 x 16 Ga.

Sheave, Transmission

*Nut, Hex 5/16-18

Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x 1.75 Key, Square 3/16x 1-1/8

Guard, Pinch Point

Spacer, Split 0.327 x 0.42 x 1.627

Nut, Cap 5/16-18 Tire

Rim

Tire Valve Rivet, Drilled

*Clip, Hairpin Guard, Belt Belt, V

26

24

25

33STD523710 * Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1

34102383X Counterweight, L.H.

3574760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2

36102331X Bracket, Reinforcement, LH

*STANDARD HARDVVARE-- PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

51

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

24STD551143 * Washer, Lock 7/16

25STD54i 143 * Nut, Hex 7/I6-20

39105345X Gear, Cluster, Red 1st & 2nd

40105346X Gear, Reverse

KEY PART DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

16 STD54t025 *Nut, Hex 1/4-20

17 STD551t25 *Washer, Lock 1/4

18 STD532512 * Bolt, Carriage t/4-20 x 1-1/4 Gr_ 5 19 102701X Grip

20STD541037 *Nut, Hex 3/8-16

21i02156X Stake, Depth

2274930632 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 2

* STANDARD HARDWARE - - PURCHASE LOCALLY

NOTE; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25??4 mm

MODEL NO. 917.295550

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

??

5.0 HP

14 INCH T E WIDTH

T E TILLER WiTH

COUNTER OTAT! G TINES

Each tilter has its own model number, Each engine has its own model number,.

The model number for your tiller witl be found on a plate attached to the top of the transmission.

The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine adjacent to the spark plug,,

Aft parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck, and Co, Service Center and most Retail Stores.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW-

ING INFORMATION:

??? PRODUCT - REAR TINE TILLER

= MODEL NUMBER - 917.295550

??ENGINE MODEL NUMBER- 135202, TYPE NUMBER 0145-01

??? PART NUMBER

??PART DESCRIPTION