Craftsman 987293330 8-hp rear-tine tiller User Manual

Operator's Manual

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8 HORSEPOWER

REAR TINE TILLER

Model No: 987.293330

CAUTION:

Before using this tiller, read

this manual and follow all its

Safety Rules and Operating

Instructions,

• Safety Rules

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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SAFETY RULES

_ CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT

CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SET-

TING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.

TRAINING

1. Carefully readthis Owner's Manual

andanyother literature you may receive

before operatingthis equipment. Be

thoroughly familiar with the controls and

the proper useof the tiller and its.engine.

Knowhow to stop the unit and disengage

the controls quickly.

2. Neverallowchildrento operatethe

tiller. Neverallowadults to operatethe

tiller without proper instruction.

3. Keepthe areaof operationclearof all

persons, particularly children and pets.

Keepbystanders at least25 feetfrom

areaof operation.

4. Keepin mind that the operator or user

is responsiblefor accidents or hazards

occurring to other people,their property,

and themselves.

5. Familiarizeyourself with allof the

safetyandoperatingdecals on this"

equipifiedt andon any of its attachments

or accessories.

6. Donot run enginein an enclosedarea.

Engineexhaustcontainscarbon monox-

ide gas, a deadlypoison that is odorless,

colorless, and tasteless. Do not operate

this equipmentnearbuildings, windows,

or airconditioners.

7. Do not allow handsor anyother part

of the body or clothing nearthe rotating

tines or nearany other moving part. The

tines beginto rotate backward oncethe

engine starts, and eitherthe Forward

Clutchor the

ReverseClutch

Leveris engaged

(theWheelGear

Levermustalways

be moved to EN-

GAGEbeforethe

engine is started).

8. Beforeinspectingor servicing any

partof the equipment, shut off the

engine,wait for all moving parts to come

to a complete stop, disconnect the spark

plug wire from the spark plug, and move

the wire awayfrom the spark plug.

g. Donot operatethis equipment if you

are under the influence of alcohol, medi-

cation,or whentired or ill.

PREPARATION

1. Thoroughlyinspect the areawhere

the tiller is to be usedand remove all for-

eign objects.

2. Besure all control levers are released

andthe Wheel GearLever isin ENGAGE

beforestarting the engine.

3. Donot operatethetiller without wear-

ing adequateouter garments. Avoid

loose garmentsor jewelry that could get

caught in moving parts of tiller or engine.

4. Donot operatethetiller whenbarefoot

orwearingsandals,sneakers,or light

footwear. Wearprotectivefootwearthat

will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

5. Do nottill nearundergroundelectricca-

bles,telephonelines,pipesor hoses. If in

doubt, contactyourtelephoneor utility

company.

6. Warning:Handlefuel withcare;it is

highlyflammableand itsvaporsareexplo-

sive. Takethefollowing precautions:

a. Store fuel in containersspecifically

designedfor this purpose.

b. Thegas capshall neverbe re-

moved or fuel addedwhile the en-

gine is running. Allow the engine

to coo[ for several minutes before

adding fuel.

c. Keepmatches,cigarettes,cigars,

pipes, open flames, and sparks

awayfrom thefuel tank andfuel

container.

d. Fillfuel tank outdoors with extreme

care. Neverfill fuel tank indoors.

Use afunnel or spout to prevent

spillage.

e. Replaceallfuel tank andcontainer

capssecurely.

f. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to

start the engine,but move the

machineawayfrom the areaof

spillage andavoid creating any

source of ignition until fuel vapors

havedissipated.

7. Nevermakeadjustmentswhenengine

is running (unless recommendedby

manufacturer).

OPERATION

1. Donot put handsor feet nearor un-

der rotating parts.

2. Exerciseextreme cautionwhen on or

crossing gravel drives,walks, or roads.

Stay alertfor hidden hazardsor traffic.

Do not carry passengers.

3. After striking aforeign object, stop the

engine,disconnect the spark plug wire

and prevent it from touching the spark

plug, carefully inspect thetiller for any

damage,and repairthe damagebefore

restarting and operatLngthe tiller.

4. Exercisecautionto avoidslipping or

falling.

5. Iftheunit shouldstartto vibrateabnor-

mally,stop theengine. Disconnectthe

spark plug wireand preventit from touch-

ingthe sparkplug, andcheckimmediately

for the cause.Vibration is generallya

warning of trouble.

6. Stop the engine,disconnect the spark

plug wire and prevent it from touching

the spark plug wheneveryou leavethe

operating position, before unclogging the

tines, or when making any repairs, ad-

justments or inspections.

7. Takeall possibleprecautionswhen

leavingthe machineunattended.Stopthe

engine.Disconnect spark plug wire and

move itawayfrom the spark plug. Move

WheelGearLeverto ENGAGE.

8. Beforecleaning, repairing, or inspect-

ing,stop the engine,and makecertain all

moving parts havestopped. Disconnect

the spark plug wire and preventit from

touching the spark plug to preventacci-

dentalstarting.

9. Always keepthe tiller tine hood flap

down.

LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

IT MEANS-ATTENTIONH[ BECOME ALERTIH YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

SAFETY RULES

10. Neverusethe tiller unlessproper

guards,plates,or othersafetyprotective

devicesareinplace.

11. Do not run engine in an enclosed

area.Engineexhaustcontains carbon

monoxide gas, a deadlypoisonthat is

odorless, colorless, and tasteless.

1;'. Keepchildrenand petsaway.

13. Neveroperatethe tiller under engine

power if the WheelGearLeveris in

DISENGAGE(FREEWHEEL).In this posi-

tion, the wheelswill not hold the tiller

back and the revolving tines could propel

the tiller rapidly backward, possibly caus-

ing loss of control. Always move the

WheelGearLeverto ENGAGEbefore

•starting the engineorengagingthe

tines/wheels with the Forward Clutch or

the ReverseClutch.

14. Beawarethattheti_lermay unex-

pectedlybounce upwardor jump back-

ward if thetines should strike extremely

hard packedsoil, frozen ground, or

buried obstacleslike large stones, roots,

Qrstumps. If in doubt about the tilling

conditions, always usethefollowing op-

erating precautionsto assist you in main-

taining control of the tiller:

a. Walkbehindandto one side ofthe

.,, tilier,,using one hand on the han-

dlebars. Relaxyour arm, but usea

secure hand grip.

b. Useslower engine speeds.

c. Clearthe tilling area of all large

stones, roots and other debris.

d. Avoid using downward pressure on

handlebars. If needbe, useslight

upward pressure to keepthe tines

..... from digging too deeply.

• e. In an emergency,stoptines and

wheels byreleasingwhichever

ClutchLeveris engaged.Do not

attemptto restrainthetiller.

15. Do not overloadthe tiller's capacity

by attemptingto till too deeplyattoo fast

a rate.

16. Neveroperatethetillerat high trans-

portspeeds on hard or slippery surfaces,

Lookbehindand usecarewhenbacking

up.

17. Donot operatethetilleron a slope

thatistoo steepfor safety.Whenon

slopes,slowdownand makesureyou

havegoodfooting. Neverpermitthetiller

to freewheeldownslopes.

18. Neverallowbystandersnearthe

unit.

19. Only useattachmentsandacces-

soriesthat areapprovedby thetiller

manufacturer.

20. Usetiller attachmentsand acces-

sories when recommended.

21. Neveroperatethetiller without good

visibilityor light.

22. Neveroperatethetiller ifyou aretired,

or underthe influenceof alcohol,drugsor

medication.

23. Operatorsshallnottamperwiththe

engine-governorsettingsonthemachine;

thegovernorcontrolsthe maximumsafe

operatingspeedto protecttheengineand

all moving partsfrom damagecausedby

overspeed.Authorizedserviceshallbe

sought ifa problemexists.

24. Donottouch enginepartswhich may

behotfrom operation.Letpartscooldown

sufficiently.

25. Pleaseremember:Youcanalways

stopthetines andwheelsbyreleasingthe

ForwardClutchLeveror theReverseClutch

Lever(whicheverleveryou haveengaged)

or bymovingtheThrottleControlLeverto

STOP.

26. Toloador unloadthetiller, seethein-

structionsinthisManual.

27. Useextremecautionwhenreversing

or pullingthemachinetowardsyou.

28. Startthe enginecarefullyaccordingto

instructionsandwith feetwellawayfrom

thetines.

29. Neverpick upor carrya machinewhile

theengineisrunning.

MAINTENANCE/STORAGE

1. Keepthe tiller,attachments andacces-

sories in safe workingcondition.

2. Checkall nuts, bolts, andscrews at

frequent intervalsfor propertightness to

besure the equipment is in safeworking

condition.

3. Neverstorethetillerwith fuel inthe fuel

tank insidea buildingwhereignition

sourcesare present(suchashot waterand

spaceheaters,furnaces,clothesdryers,

stoves,electricmotors, etc.). Allowengine

to coolbeforestoring in anyenclosure.

4. Toreducethechancesof afire hazard,

keeptheenginefreeof grass,leaves,or

excessivegrease.

5. Storegasolineina cool,well-ventilat-

edarea,safelyawayfrom anyspark-or

flame-producing equipment.Storegaso-

lineinanapprovedcontainer,safelyaway

from the reachofchildren.

6. Referto the ServiceandAdjustments

Section ofthis Manualif thetiller is to be

stored for an extendedperiod.

7. Neverperform maintenancewhile the

engine is running or thespark plugwire is

connected,exceptwhen specificallyin-

structed to do so.

8. Ifthe fuel tank hasto be drained,do

this outdoors.

TOAVOIDINJURY:

• READOWNER'SMANUAL.

• KNOW LOCATION AND

FUNCTION OF ALL CON-

TROLS.

• KEEPALL SAFETYDEVICES

AND SHIELDS IN PLACE

ANDWORKING,

• NEVERALLOW CHILDREN

ORUNINSTRUCTEDADULTS

TOOPERATETILLER.

• SHUT OFF ENGINE AND

DISCONNECTSPARKPLUG

WIRE BEFORE UNCLOG-

GING TINES OR MAKING

REPAIRS.

• KEEPBYSTANDERSAWAY

FROMMACHINE,

• KEEPAWAYFROM ROTAT-

INGPARTS.

• USE EXTREME CAUTION

WHEN REVERSING OR

PULLINGTHE MACHINETO-

WARDSYOU.

WARNING:

The engine exhaust from this

product contains chemica!s

knownto the StateofCaliformai

to cause cancer, birth defects,i

orotherreproductiveharm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears

Craftsman 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 Sears Service Cen-

ter/Department. We have competent, well-trained tech-

nicians and the proper tools to service or repair this

machine.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

help you assemble and maintain your machine properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES."

MODEL NUMBER: 987.293330

SERIAL

NUMBER:

DATE OF

PURCHASE:

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON A DECAL LOCATED ON THE TRANS-

MISSION OF YOUR MACHINE.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH THE SERIAL NUM-

BER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A

SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

MAINTENANCEAGREEMENT

A Sears maintenance agreement is available on this

product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMERRESPONSIBILITIES

O Read and observe the safety rules.

O Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for

and using this product.

[] Follow the instructions under "CUSTOMER

RESPONSIBILITIES" and "STORAGE" sections of

this manual.

PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 8 HP

DISPLACEMENT: 19.43 CU. iN.

FUEL CAPACITY: 2 Quarts

SPARK PLUG (GAP 0.030-in.): Champion RJ-17LM*

or equivalent

IGNITION: Electronic

NET ENGINE WEIGHT: 50 LBS.

NET TILLER WEIGHT: 204 LBS.

• InCanada, replacespark plugwitha resistorplug.

WARNING

This machine is equipped with an internal combus-

tion engine and shouldnot be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or

grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust

system is equipped with a spark arresfer meeting

applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark

arrester is used, it should be maintained in

effective workingorder bythe operator.

In the state of California the above is required by

law (Section 4442 of the California Public

Resources Code). Other states may have similar

laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. This

engine is not equippedwith a spark arrestor for the

muffler. Asparkarrester for the muffler is

available through your nearest Sears authorized

service center. See the REPAIR PARTSsection of

this manual.

LIMITEDTWO-YEARWARRANTYONCRAFTSMAN®TILLER

Fortwo years from the dateof purchase,when this Craftsman®Tiller ismaintained,lubricated, and tuned up according to the

operating maintenanceinstructions in the owner's manual, Searswill repair,free of charge, anydefect in material or

workmanship.

Ifthis Craftsman®Tilleris usedfor commercialor rental purposes,thiswarrantyappliesfor only90 daysfrom the dateof

purchase.

THISWARRANTYDOESNOTCOVER:

• Expendableitems whichbecomewornduringnormaluse,suchastJQ.P,.(._,belts,soarkglue, andair cleaner.

• Repairsnecessarybecauseofoperatorabuseor negligenceincludingbentcrankshaftsandthefailureto maintain the

equipmentaccordingtotheinstructionscontainedintheowner'smanual.

WARRANTYSERVICEISAVAILABLEBYRETURNINGTHECRAFTSMAN@TILLERTOTHENEARESTSEARSSERVICECENTERIN

THEUNITEDSTATES.THISWARRANTYAPPLIESONLYWHILETHISPRODUCTISIN USEINTHEUNITEDSTATES.

Thiswarrantygivesyou specificlegalrights,andyou mayalso haveotherrightswhichvary from stateto state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ................................................... 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .............................. 4

WARRANTY .......................................................... 4

ACCESSORIES .................................................... 6

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACKAGE ............ 7

ASSEMBLY ........................................................... 8

OPEI_ATION ....................................................... 12

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 22

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................ 26

STORAGE ........................................................... 32

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 33

DECALS .............................................................. 34

REPAIR PARTS - TILLER .................................. 35

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE: .................... ............ 50

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ........... Back Cover

Accessories .................. 6

Air Cleaner Maintenance ....... 25

Assembly .................... 8

Break-In Operation ........... 16

Belt Tension Adjustment ....... 28

Belt Removal and Replacement , 30

Carburetor .................. 25

Changing Engine Oil .......... 24

Changing Transmission Oil ..... 24

Checking/Adding Engine Oil .... 24

Checking/Adding Transmission Oil 24

Checking/Adjusting Belt Tension. 28

Checking for Oil Leaks ......... 23

Check List, Pre-Starting ........ 15

Cleaning .................... 25

Cooling System Maintenance... 25

Controls .................... 12

Decals ..................... 34

Depth Regulator Lever ........ 14

Engine

Air Filter .................. 25

Carburetor ................ 25

Choke Lever ............... 15

Cooling System ............ 25

Fuel Tank ................. 16

Oil, Checking/Adding ........ 24

O_5_rat'ion.... _............ 16

Parts ..................... 50

Recoil Start Rope ........... 15

Spark Plug ................ 25

Speed .................... 15

Starting Engine ............. 16

Stopping Engine ............ 16

Storage ................... 32

Throttle Lever ........... 10,15

INDEX

Features/Controls ............ 12

Forward Clutch ............. 9,13

Forward Travel ............... 17

Fuel Tank ................... 16

Guiding the Tiller ............. 17

Handlebar Height Adjustment . .8,14

Hardware .................... 7

Leaks, Oil ................... 23

Loading and Unloading Tiller .... 21

Location of Controls ........... 12

Lubrication .................. 23

Maintenance Schedule ........ 22

Maintenance Agreement ........ 4

Model/Serial Number ........... 4

Motor Oil, Adding .......... 15, 24

Motor Oil, Changing ........... 24

Oil ...................... 15

Off-Season Storage ........... 32

Operation ................... 17

Parts List ................... 35

Pre-Start Checklist ............ 15

Product Specifications .......... 4

Reverse Clutch .............. 13

Reverse Travel .............. 18

Recoil Starter Rope ........... 15

Repair Parts ................. 35

Safety Rules ................. 2

Safety Decals ............... 34

Seedbed Preparation .......... 19

Service Recommendation

Checklist ................. 22

Slopes ..................... 20

Spark Plug .................. 25

Starter Rope ................ 15

Storage .................... 32

Tiller Parts .................. 35

Tilling ...................... 17

Tilling Depths ................ 19

Tine Cleaning ................ 20

Tine Removal ................ 26

Transmission Gear Oil ......... 24

Troubleshooting .............. 33

Turning Around .............. 18

Unpacking ................... 8

Untangling Tines ............. 20

Warranty .................... 4

Wheel Gear Lever ............ 12

Wheel Gear Cable Adjustment . .26

RIGHT

SIDE

OPERATOR'S

POSITION

LEFT

FORWARD SIDE

OPERATOR'S POSITION

All references to LEFT and

RIGHT sides of the tiller are

given from the operator's posi-

tion behind the handlebars (un-

less specified otherwise).

ACCESSORIES

These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are available at most Sears retail

outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the

model number of your tiller.

ACCESSORIES

Spark Plug GasCan

"'Figure 1-1

Motor Oil

COMPONENTS REQUIRING ASSEMBLY

ENGINE

LEVER

REVERSE

CLUTCHROD

WHEEL

FORWARD

CLUTCHROD

HANDLEBARS

Figure1-2

©©

Figure1.3

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Hardware packed in carton

11,

Ref. No,

Hardware Description Qty.

Height Adjustment Handle (for handlebar) ........... 1

Keyed Washer (for height adjustment handle) ..... 1

Plastic Tie Strap ................................................... 4

Hairpin Cotter ....................................................... 3

3/8"-16 1" Hex Hd. Screw .................................... 2

3/8" Flat Washer .................................................. 2

3/8"-16 Nylok Lock Nuts ...................................... 2

Throttle Lever Knob ............................................. 1

#10-32 x 1/2" Round Hd. Screw .......................... 4

#10 Lockwasher ................................................... 4

#10-32 Nut ........................................................... 4

Wheel Gear Lever Knob ...................................... 1

5/16" Flat Washer .................................................. 1

T00LS/MATERIALS

NEEDEDFOR ASSEMBLY

(1) * 3/8" open end wrench

(2) * 9/16" open end wrenches

(1) Scissors (to trim plasticties)

(1) Ruler

(1) Small Board (to tap plastic

knobs on control levers)

(1) Automotive-type air pressure

gauge

(1) Clean Oil Funnel

(1) Clean high-quality engine oil.

Refer to the assembly instruc-

tions in this manual for engine

oil specifications and quantity

required. Do not overfill.

•Adjustable wrenchesmay be used.

IMPORTANT: Motor oil must be

added to the engine crankcase be-

fore the engine is started. Follow the

instructionsin the "Operation" section.

ASSEMBLY

Read these instructions completely

before you attempt to assemble or

operate your new equipment. Your

tiller has been assembled at the fac-

tory with the exception of those parts

left'unassembled for shipping pur-

poses. Steps in this section show

you how to assemble them. To en-

sure safe and proper operation of

your machine, all parts and hard-

ware you install or adjust must be

tightened securely. Use the correct

tools as necessary to ensure proper

tightness.

UNPACKINGINSTRUCTIONS

• Inspect your machine immediately.

Be sure neither the carton nor con-

tents have been damaged. If you

'.find or have reason to suspect

damage, contact the nearest

Sears Service Center for

assistance.

• Once the cardboard shipping car-

ton is open, remove any packing

material from around the machine.

Remove any staples securing bot-

tom of carton to wood pallet. Lift

.,off carton. Before disposing of the

carton or any of the packing mate-

rials, be sure to check them thor-

oughly for any small parts.

Leave unit on base of pallet dur-

ing assembly steps (to safely re-

move unit from pallet, wait until

you have installed the handlebar

assembly and the Wheel Gear

Lever is placed in DISENGAGE).

The procedure for removing the

tiller isexplained in Step 1, item 6

of these assembly steps.

• Also remove any packaging around

the handlebar.

• Perform the assembly on a clean,

level surface. If you need to move

the machine, be careful not to

severely bend any of the control

cables on the equipment.

• Remove the handlebar assembly

from the carton. Do not remove

the two control levers from the

' handlebars.

• A plastic bag inside the literature

envelope contains loose hardware.

Open the bag and check the con-

tents against the hardware list on

Page 7 and the hardware shown in

Figure 1-3.

ASSEMBLYSTEPS

STEP 1: Attach the Handlebars

1. Remove the Reverse Clutch

Lever (B, Figure 2-1) from the han-

dlebars (A). Remove any rubber

bands from the handlebars.

2. Position the handlebar cross-

brace (C, Figure 2-2) in front of the

curved height adjustment bracket (D)

and place the handlebar ends to the

outside of the two mounting tabs on

top of the transmission.

3, Attach the handlebars to the

mounting tabs with two 3/8-16 x 1"

screws (heads of screws go to inside

of tabs), 3/8" flat washers and 3/8"-

16 Nylok lock nuts (see Figure 2-2).

Do not fully tighten the screws at this

time.

4. Move the handlebar to align the

hole in the cross-brace with one of

the four slots in the curved height

adjustment bracket. Place the keyed

washer (E, Figure 2-3) on the height

adjustment handle (F) with the

raised keys (edges) on the keyed

washer facing down.

5. Screw the height adjustment han-

dle (F) into the threaded hole in the

handlebar cross-brace, making sure

that the raised keys on the washer fit

into the selected slot on the curved

bracket. Tighten the height adjust-

ment handle securely. Next, secure-

ly tighten the two screws that attach

the handlebar ends to the mounting

tabs (Figure 2-2).

6. To remove the tiller from its ship-

ping platform, free the wheels by

moving the Wheel Gear Lever (G,

Figure 2-4) to the DISENGAGE posi-

tion (this allows the wheels to ro-

tate). Carefully unwrap the wheel

gear cable from around the unit be-

fore moving the lever. Use this DIS-

ENGAGE mode only when the en-

gine is not running. Before starting

the engine, the Wheel Gear Lever

must be placed in the ENGAGE po-

sition (see the "Operation" section

for details).

Figure2.1:RemoveReverseClutchLever.

Figure2-2: Attachhandlebars.,

E F

Figure2-3:Installheightadjustmenthandle.

Figure2-4:PutWheelGearLeverIn

DISENGAGEposition.

ASSEMBLY

STEP2: AttachReverseClutch

Lever

1. Slide the Reverse Clutch Lever

(removed in Step 1) down through

the hole in the left side of the handle-

bar control panel and pass it above

the cross-brace at the lower end of

the handlebar.

2. Insert the end of the lever (I, Fig-

ure 2-5) through the hole in the pivot

(J). Note that there are two small

holes in the lower end of the lever.

3. Install a 5/16" flat washer (K) and

secure it with a hairpin cotter (L)

throughthe bottomholein the lever.

Figure2-5:InstaNReverseClutchLever.

IMPORTANT: If the handlebar is ad-

justed to the highest position, then

the bottq_mof the Reverse Clutch

Lever must be secured with the hair-

pin cotter (L) through the top hole in

the lever. Simply remove the hairpin

cotter, slide the washer (K) up the

lever, and replace the hairpin cotter.

STEP3: AttachForwardClutchRod

1. The upper end of the Forward

Clutch rod is attached to the bottom

of the handlebar control panel. Turn

the rod (M, Figure 2-6) so the small

bend at its lower end points inward.

2. Insert a hairpin cotter down

through the hole located closest to

the bend (see Figure 2-6).

3. There are four numbered holes in

the i_ldtchswivel plate (see Figure 2-

7) and four numbered slots in the

curved height adjustment bracket.

For correct operation of the Forward

Clutch rod, the numbered hole used

for the Forward Clutch rod must

match with the numbered slot in the

height adjustment bracket. For ex-

ample, if the handlebar is set in slot

#1, then the Forward Clutch rod

must be installed in hole #1 of the

clutch swivel plate.

IMPORTANT: Whenever the handle-

bar heightischanged, the hole posi-

tion of the Forward Clutch rod must

be changed accordingly. Changing

the handlebar height changes the

tension on the Forward Clutch rod-

this tension must be adjusted by

relocating the rod in the appropriate

hole in the clutch swivel plate.

4. Select the proper hole in the

clutch swivel plate and insert the

Forward Clutch rod so that the tip

faces inward (see Figure 2-7). Se-

cure the rod by inserting a second

hairpin cotter through the hole near

the tip of the rod.

5. Check for correct tension on the

Forward Clutch rod as follows:

(a) There are two interconnected

Forward Clutch paddles that

hang beneath the control panel.

Lift and hold the right-side paddle

against the handlebar grip.

(b) While squeezing the paddle,

measure the gap between the E-

ring and the lower end of the

clutch rod bracket (see Figure 2-

8). The gap should be 3/16"-to-

5/16". NOTE: A stack of 5 pen-

nies is approximately 5/16" thick.

(1) First check that the Forward

Clutch rod is in the correct

hole in the clutch swivel plate.

If not, reposition the rod and

repeat Step 5b.

(2) If the Forward Clutch rod is in

the correct hole and the gap is

incorrect, you will need to ad-

just the length of the Forward

Clutch rod. To do this, first re-

lease the Forward Clutch pad-

dle and then disconnect the

rod from the clutch swivel

plate (remove hairpin cotter at

end of rod and pull rod out of

hole in clutch swivel plate).

If the gap is more than 5/16",

rotate the rod counterclock-

wise (as viewed from the front

of tiller) to decrease the gap.

Reinstall the rod in the correct

clutch swivel plate hole, se-

cure it with the hairpin cotter,

and repeat Steps 5a and 5b.

If the gap is less than 3/16",

rotate the rod clockwise (as

viewed from the front of tiller)

to increase the gap. Reinstall

the rod in the correct clutch

swivel plate hole, secure it

with the hairpin cotter, and re-

peat Steps 5a and 5b.

Figure2-6: Install ForwardClutchrod.

Figure2-7:Numberedsettingsforhandle-

barheightslotsandclutchswivelplate

holes.

Gapshouldbej

3/16"-to-5/'16"

Figure2-8. WhilesqueezingForward

Clutchpaddle,measuregapbetweenend

ofbracketandE.ring.

ASSEMBLY

STEP4:CheckGearOilLevelin

TranS'm[ssion

The transmission was filled with gear

oil at the factory. However, be sure

to check the oil level at this time.

1. Move the tiller to a level area.

2. Pull the Depth Regulator Lever

(N, Figure 2-9) straight back and

then slide it to the second notch from

the top. If the lever does not move

freely, lift the tine hood flap and look

for a plastic tie securing the lever in

place. Cut and remove the tie.

3. Remove the oil level check plug

(O, Figure 2-10) on the left-side of

the transmission. (Due to dried paint

on the plug threads, it may require

some force to remove the plug the

first time.) The gear oil level is cor-

rect if oil starts to flow out of the hole

as the plug is removed. If so, se-

curely reinstall the plug.

4. If oil does not flow from the check

hole, add SAE 140, SAE 85W-140 or

SAE 80W-90 weight gear oil (prefer-

ably use API rated GL-4 gear oil,

however GL-5 can be used for small

top-offs) as follows:

NOTE: Do not use automatic trans-

mission fluid or engine oil in the

transmission.

(a) Clean area around oil fill hole (P,

,,.Figure,2-11) and unscrew oil fill

plug.

(b) Using a clean funnel, slowly add

gear oil until itflows from the oil

level check hole (O, Figure 2-10).

Securely reinstall the oil level

check plug (O).

plug.

Figure2.9:PutleverInsecondnotch.

Figure2.10: Gearoillevelcheckplug.

Figure2-11: Addinggearoilin o/Ifill hole.

STEP5:AttachThrottle Lever

For shipping purposes, the engine

throttle cable assembly is wrapped

around the engine. Carefully unwrap

the cable and attach it as follows:

1. Route the throttle cable up the

right-side handlebar. Insert its lever

(R, Figure 2-12) up through the slot

in the control panel labeled "ENGINE

THROTTLE."

2. Insert two #10-32 x 1/2" round

head screws down through the "+"

marks on the control panel decal and

through the holes in the base of the

engine throttle lever.

3. Hold the engine throttle lever

base against the bottom of the con-

trol panel and secure it with two #10

Iockwashers and #10-32 nuts.

4. Place the "T" shaped engine

throttle lever knob on the end of the

lever. Use a board to tap knob until it

seats firmly on lever (Figure 2-12).

5. Move the lever forward and back-

ward - it should move freely through

the full range of travel. (Note that

there is a detent at the SLOW setting

Figure2.12:Attachenginethrottlelever.

which catches the lever. This detent

prevents the lever from unintention-

ally moving to the STOP setting

when you are just trying to slow the

engine down.) If the lever is difficult

to move away from the STOP set-

ting, loosen both screws and move

the lever assembly slightly to the left.

Retighten screws and recheck move-

ment. Adjust the lever as needed.

6. Secure the throttle cable to the

right-side handlebar with two plastic

ties (S, Figure 2-13) located about

two feet apart. The serrated side of

the tie must be on the inside of the

loop. Trim tie length with scissors.

STEP6: AttachWheelGearLever

For shipping purposes, the wheel

gear cable is wrapped around the

transmission. Carefully unwrap the

cable and attach it as follows:

1. Route the wheel gear cable up

the left-side handlebar and insert the

lever (T, Figure 2-14) up through the

slot in the control panel that is la-

beled "WHEEL GEAR."

2. Insert two #10-32 x 1/2" round

head screws down through the "+"

marks on the control panel decal and

through the holes in the base of the

wheel gear lever. '....

3. Hold the wheel gear lever base

against the bottom of the control

panel and secure it with two #10

Iockwashers and #10-32 nuts.

4. Place the wheel gear lever knob

on the end of the lever and use a

board to tap the knob down until it

seats firmly on the lever (see Figure

2-14).

5. Secure the cable to the left-side

handlebar with two plastic ties (U,

Figure 2-13) located about two feet

apart. Snip off any excess tie length

with scissors.

,, ASSEMBLY

.Figure2.13. Attachthrottle cable withplas-

tic ties (S). Attachwheel gear cable with

plastic ties (U).

STEP7:CheckAirPressurein

Tires

Use an automotive-type tire pressure

gauge to check the air pressure in

both tires. Deflate or inflate both

tires evenly from 15-to-20 PSI

(pounds per square inch). Be sure

that both tires have the same air

pressure or the unit witl pull to one

side.

STEP8 : CheckHardwarefor

Tightness

Inspect the hardware on the unit and

tighten any loose screws, bolts and

nuts.

Figure2-14: Attachwheelgearlever.

IMPORTANT" Motor oil must be

added to the engine crankcase

before the engine is started.

Follow the instructions in the

"Operation" section.

CAUTION

Unit is shipped without oil in

engine crankcase. DO NOT

start engine until oll has been

added. Severe engine damage

will result if this instruction is

net followed. See "Operation"

Section in this manual for oil

filling procedure.

OPERATION

KNOWYOURTILLER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. Know the lo-

cation and function of all features and controls on the equipment. Save this manual for future reference.

MEETS ANSI B71.8 - 1996

SAFETY STANDARD

This machine meets voluntary safety

standard B71.8 - 1996, which is

sponsored by the Outdoor Power

Equipment Institute, Inc., and is pub-

lished by the American National

Standards Institute, Inc.

Operating Symbols

Varioussymbols areusedon the tiller

toindicatecontrolsettings(your model

may not have all of the symbols).

These symbols are shown belowwith

a descriptionoftheirmeaning.

FAST SLOW CHOKE

ENGINE ENGINE ENGINE

STOP START RUN

z2.r

ENGAGE DISENGAGE

ROTATING TILLER

TINES DIRECTION

ip,

o--->

LEVER

STOP DIRECTION

..... N R

NEUTRAL REVERSE

ReverseClutch

Wheel G'ear

_Lever

ChokeControl

HandlebarHeight

Adjustment

ForwardClutch

(on eachside)

Recoil

LOCATIONANDUSEOFTILLERCONTROLS

WheelGearLever

This lever (A, Figure 3-1) has two

operating positions: ENGAGE and

DISENGAGE.

In the ENGAGE position, the wheels

will start turning when either the

Forward Clutch or the Reverse

Clutch is engaged (the tines will also

start turning when either clutch is

engaged).

The DISENGAGE position places

the wheels in the freewheeling mode

to allow the unit to be moved without

the engine running. Use the DISEN-

GAGE position only when the engine

is not running. See "DANGER"

statement that follows.

To shift to ENGAGE, gently (do not

force) move the lever forward while

also rolling the tiller a few inches for-

ward or backward. (Moving the tiller

helps to align the shift mechanism

with the transmission wheel drive

gears.) The wheels will not free-

wheel when the lever is properly set

in the ENGAGE position.

To shift to DISENGAGE (freewheel)

simply move the lever, rearward,

without rolling the tiller. The wheels

will roll freely when the lever is prop-

erly set in the DISENGAGE position.

Figure3-1:WheelGearLever.

DANGER

Never place the Wheel Gear

Lever in DISENGAGE (Free-

wheel) when the engine is run-

ning.

Having the Wheel Gear Lever

in DISENGAGE and then en-

gaging the tines/wheels with

either the Forward Clutch or

the Reverse Clutchcould allow

the tines to propel the tiller

rapidly backward.

Failure to follow this instruc-

tion could result in personal

injury or property damage:

' ' OPERATION

ForwardClutch

The two interconnected levers (B,

Figure 3-2) control the engagement

of forward drive to the wheels and

power to the tines.

To Operatethe ForwardClutch:

1, Before engaging the Forward

Clutch, put the Wheel Gear Lever in

the ENGAGE position (sea "WARN-

ING" below).

2_, Lift and hold one or both of the

levers against the handlebar grips to

engage the wheels and tines.

3. Release BOTH levers to disen-

gage the wheels and tines. All for-

ward motion will stop (the engine will

continue to run).

WARNING

Never engage the wheels and

tines with the Forward Clutch

or the Reverse Clutch unless

the Wheel Gear Lever is in

ENGAGE.

Engaging the Forward Clutch

or the Reverse Clutchwhen the

wheels are not engaged could

allow the tines to rapidly pro-

pe] the tiller forward or

backward.

Failure to follow this warning

could result in personal injury

or propertydamage.

Figure3-2".ForwardClutchlevers.

IMPORTANT: The Forward Clutch

Levers are connected to a mechani-

cal interlock feature that automatical-

ly shifts the separate Wheel Gear

Lever (A, Figure 3-1) into ENGAGE

position when either of the Forward

Clutch Levers is lifted up against the

handlebars to engage power to the

wheels and tines. This is a safety

feature designed to prevent the

wheels from being in DISENGAGE

(freewheel) position when the tines

are rotating.

Before starting the engine, test

the function of the mechanical inter-

lock as follows:

Put the Wheel Gear Lever in

the DISENGAGE position and

roll the tiller back and forth a

few inches. The wheels

should roll freely.

At rest, squeeze either of the

Forward Clutch Levers ("pad-

dles") against the handlebar

grips. As the "paddles" move

upward, the mechanical inter-

lock will automatically move

the Wheel Gear Lever forward

into the ENGAGE position.

(Roll the tiller back and forth a

few inches.) If it does, the tiller

wheels will not roll freely when

you push and pull on the han-

dlebars.

. The mechanical interlock is

working properly if it performed

as described in step 2. If the

mechanical interlock did not

perform correctly, do not oper-

ate the tiller until it has been

inspected and corrected by

your Sears Service Center.

ReverseClutch

This lever (C, Figure 3-3) controls

the engagement of reverse drive to

the wheels and tines. It is the only

control that provides reverse direc-

tion of the wheels and tines.

ToOperatethe ReverseClutch:

1. Before engaging the Reverse

Clutch, put the Wheel Gear Lever in

ENGAGE (see "WARNING" state-

ment on this page).

2. Release the Forward Clutch

levers.

3. To move the tiller in reverse, first

stop all forward motion. Then lift up

the handlebars until the tines clear

the ground and pull the Reverse

Clutch lever out. The tines and

wheels will rotate in a reverse direc-

tion as long as the lever is held in

REVERSE. To stop the wheel'S;_.nd'

tines, release the lever and it will re-

turn to NEUTRAL. Never attempt to

till while going in the reverse

direction.

WARNING

• Use extreme cautionwhen

reversing or pulling the ma-

chine towardyou. Lookbe-

hind to avoid obstacles,

• Never attempt to till in

reverse.

Failure to follow this warning

could result in personal injury

or property damage.

Figure3-3".ReverseClutchlever.

OPERATION

DepthRegulator

This lever (D, Figure 3-4) controls

the tilling depth of the tines. Pull the

lever straight back and slide it up or

down to engage the notched height

settings.

The highest notch (lever all the way

down) raises the tines approximately

1-1/2 inches offthe ground. This

"travel" position allows the tiller to be

moved without the tines digging into

the ground.

Moving the lever up increases the

tilling depth. The lowest notch al-

lows a tilling depth of approximately

sixto eight inches, depending on soil

conditions.

F_)rbest results, always begin tilling

at a shallow depth setting, then in-

crease the tilling depth. Further in-

formation on using the Depth Regu-

Figure3.4: DepthRegulatorLever.

later isfound in the "Operation" Sec-

tion of this manual.

WARNING

Always place the Depth Regu-

lator Lever in the "travel"

position before starting the en-

gine. This position prevents

the tines from touching the

ground until you are ready to

begin tilling.

Failure to follow this warning

could result in personal injury

or propertydamage.

HandlebarHeightAdjustment

The handlebar height is adjustable to

four different settings. Set the han-

dlebar height to a comfortable set-

ting, but keep in mind that the han-

dlebar will be lower when the tines

are engaged in the soil.

WARNING

Whenever the handlebar

height is changed,the Forward

Clutch shift mechanism must

be readjusted.

When adjusting or checking

the Forward Clutch mecha-

nism, shut engine off, discon-

nect spark plug wire and pre-

vent it from touching the spark

plug.

Failure to follow this warning

could allow the Forward Clutch

mechanism to operate improp-

erly which could result in per-

sonal injury or property

damage.

IMPORTANT: If the handlebar is ad-

justed to the highest position, then

the bottom of the Reverse Clutch

Lever must be secured with the hair-

pin cotter (and washer) through the

top hole in the lever (see K and L) in

Figure 2-5, Page 9.

ToAdjustthe HandlebarHeight:

1. Stop the engine, wait for all parts

to stop moving and then disconnect

the spark plug wire.

2. Loosen the two screws at the

lower ends of the handlebar.

3. Loosen the height adjustment

handle (E, Figure 3-5) and pull the

keyed washer (F) free ofthe slots in

the curved height adjustment bracket.

4. Move the handlebars to the new

slot setting and insert the raised

keys on the keyed washer into the

slot. nghten the height adjustment

handle securely.

5. Retighten the two screws at the

ends of the handlebar.

6. Adjust the tension on the Forward

Clutch rodshift mechanism, as follows:

(a) Remove the inner hair pin cotter

from the end of the Forward

Clutch rod.

(b) There are four numbered holes in

the clutch swivel plate (see Fig-

ure 3-6) and four numbered slots

in the curved height adjustment

bracket. For correct operation of

the Forward Clutch mechanism,

the numbered hole used for the

Forward Clutch rod must match

the numbered slot in the height

adjustment bracket. Example: If

handlebar is in slot #4, put For-

ward Clutch rod in hole #4 of

clutch swivel plate.

Figure3.5: HeightAdjustinghandle(E).

Figure3.6: Handlebarheight slatsand

clutchswivulplate holes.

clutch swivel plate and insertthe

Forward Clutch rod (tip faces in-

ward). Secure the rodwith the

hairpin cotter.

(d) Check for correct tension on the

Forward Clutch rodas described

in Step 5 of "Step 3: Attach For-

ward Clutch Rod" on page 9.

,., 14

OPERATION

ENGINECONTROLS

IMPORTANT: The engine is

equipped with a recoil starter, a han-

dlebar-mounted engine throttle lever,

and a choke control The locations

and functions of each of these con-

trols are described below.

RecoilStarter

The recoil starter (G, Figure 3-7) is

used to "pull-start" the engine.

Before pulling the recoil starter han-

dle, make sure there are no obsta-

cles behind you. See "Engine Start-

ing and Stopping" in this section for

detailed engine starting instructions.

EngineChoke Lever

are three settings: FULL

CHOKE, PARTIAL CHOKE

and NO CHOKE. Detailed in-

structions for using the choke

lever are provided later in this

section.

EngineThrottleLever

The throttle lever (I, Inset to

Figure 3-7) is used to adjust

engine speed as well as stop

the engine.

Use the START position when

starting the engine. Use the

SLOW position when idling

the engine. Pull the lever all

the way back to the STOP po-

sition to turn the engine off.

The choke lever (H, Figure 3-7) al-

lows a richer air/gas mixture to make

starting a cold engine easier. There

Figure3-7:Enginecontrols--RecoilStarter(G);

ThrottleLever(H);ChokeLever(I).

BEFORESTARTINGENGINE

AddMot_)r011to Engine

The tiller is shipped without oil in the

engine. Permanent engine damage

will result if the engine is run without

oil.

1. Only use high quality detergent oil

with API service classification SF,

SG, SH, or SH/CD. Above 32OF,use

SAE 30; below 320F, use 5W30. Do

nat.use SAE 10W40 oil

) ,

[ colder.._----._- 32OF-.-----.._ warmer]

5W30 I SAE30 ) ]/

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30, etc.) improve start-

ing in cold weather, these oils will re-

sult in increased oil consumption

when used above 32OF. Check

engine oil more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from run-

ning low on oil.

Figure3-8:Addmotoroiltotheengineus.

ingtheoilfill tube(J).

2. With the tiller on level ground, pull

the Depth Regulator Lever (Figure

3-4) back and then all the way up

until the lowest notch in the lever is

engaged.

3. Unscrew the engine oil dipstick

(J, Figure 3-8) from the oil fill tube.

Using a clean funnel, slowly add oil

into the oil fill tube until the oil level

reaches the FULL mark reading on

the oil dipstick. While adding oil,

check the level several times with

the dipstick so as to avoid overfilling

the engine with oil. ALWAYS MAIN-

TAIN THE OIL LEVEL AT THE FULL

MARK.

4. Securely replace the oil dipstick.

IMPORTANT: Experience indicates

that alcohol-blended fuels (gasohol or

using ethanol or methanol) can at-

tract moisture which leads to separa-

tion and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gas can dama_j_ the '

fuel system of an engine while in stor-

age. To avoid problems, the fuel sys-

tem should be emptied before stor-

age for 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 sea-

son. See STORAGE instructions for

additional information. Never use en-

gine or carburetor cleaner products in

the fuel tank or permanent damage

may occur.

Pre-StartChecklist

Move the tiller to a level area,

then make the following checks and

perform the following services before

starting the engine.

1. Disconnect Spark Plug Wire.

2. Add motor oil to engine. (Refer to

instructionson this page.)

3. Check the Air Cleaner. It must be

securely assembled and clean.

4. Check Safety Guards. All guards

and covers must be fastened securely.

5. Check Engine Cooling System.

The cooling fins and air intake

screen must be clear of debris.

6. Adjust Handlebar Height.

7, Put Gasoline in the Fuel Tank..

(Refer to instructionson next page.)

Use fresh, clean, unleaded regular

fuel. Fuel goes stale if stored for

more than six months. Do Not Mix

Oil With Gasoline!

8. Put Depth Regulator Lever in the

"travel" position.

9. Reconnect Spark Plug Wire.

OPERATION

Fill Fuel Tank

The engine must be off and cool be-

fore removing fuel fill cap (Figure 3-9).

Clean area around fuel fill cap and

then remove fill cap. Be sure to use

clean, fresh unleaded regular gaso-

line. Do not mix oil with gasoline.

NOTE: Do not use gasoline contain-

ing methanol (wood alcohol). Never

use stale gasoline left over from last

season or unused for long periods.

Using a funnel or spout, fill tank to

within 1/2" below the bottom of the

fuel tank filler neck to prevent spills

and to allow for fuel expansion. In-

stall the fill cap securely and wipe up

any spilled gasoline.

Figure3-9: Fill thefuel lank(K).

DANGER

Gasoline is highly flammable

and its vaporsexplosive. Fol-

low these safety practices to

prevent injury from fire or ex-

plosion:

• Never fill tank if engine is

runningor hot from use. Let

engine and mufflercooldown

beforerefueling.

• Do not permit open flames,

.sparks,matchesorsmokingin

fuelingarea.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors in a

well-ventilated area. Wipe

up any fuel spills and move

tiller away fromfumesbefore

startingthe engine.

• Use only an approved fuel

container and lock it safely

away fromchildren.

• Store fuel and the tiller in a

well-ventilated area. Do not

store fuel or tiller where fuel

vapors may reach an open

flame or spark, or an ignition

source (a hot water heater,

furnace, clothes dryer, elec-

tric motor,orthe like).

• Letenginecoolbeforestoring.

ThrottleLever

ReverseClutch

WheelGear

J Lever

HandlebarHeight

Adjustment

Choke

Control

Recoil

Starter

ForwardClutch

(oneachside)

Depth

Regulator

Figure3-I0

WARNING

Before operating your ma-

chine, carefully read and un-

derstand all Safety and Oper-

ation instructionsin this Man-

ual and on the decals on the

machine.

Failure to .follow these in-

structions can result in seri-

ous personal injury.

STOPPINGAND

STARTINGTHEENGINE

Break-InOperation

Perform the following maintenance

during the first hours of new opera-

tion (see "Customer Responsibilities"

section of this manual).

1. Change engine oil after first 2

hours of new engine operation.

2. Check for loose or missing hard-

ware on unit. Tighten or replace as

needed.

Stoppingthe Engine

The following steps describe how to

stop the engine.

1. To stop the wheels and tines, re-

lease the Forward Clutch levers or

the Reverse Clutch lever (whichever

control is in use).

2. To stop the engine, move the En-

gine Throttle Lever to the STOP

position.

Startingthe Engine

The following steps describe how to

start the engine. Do not attempt to

engage the tines or wheels until

you have read all of the operating

instructions in this Section. Also

review the safety rules in the Safe-

ty Section.

1. Complete the '?re-Start Check-

list".

2. Put the Wheel Gear Lever (Figure

3-10) in the ENGAGE position.

3. Put the Depth Regulator Lever

(see Figure 3-10) in the "travel" posi-

tion (lever all the way down) so that

the tines are clear of the ground.

4. Release all controls on the tiller.

5. If engine is equipped with a fuel

shutoff valve, turn valve to the open

position.

6. Put the Engine Throttle Lever

(Figure 3-10) in the START setting.

7. Choke the engine (see Figure 3-

10) as follows: Move choke lever to

FULL CHOKE position (move in di-

rection of arrowhead located on

lever).

NOTE: If restarting a warm engine

after a short shutdown, move choke

lever to NO CHOKE position instead.

OPERATION

CAUTION

To help prevent serious

personal injury or damage to

equipment:

• Before starting engine, put

Wheel GearLever in ENGAGE

position.

• Before starting engine, put

ForwardClutchLeversand Re-

verse ClutchLever in neutral

(disengaged)positionsby re-

leasinglevers.

• Nevermn engineindoorsor in

enclosed,poorlyventilatedar-

eas. Engineexhaustcontains

carbon monoxide, an odor-

less,colorlessanddeadlygas.

• Avoid engine muffler and

nearbyareas. Temperatures

in these areas may exceed

150o1.

DANGER

GASOLINE IS HIGHLY

FLAMMABLE AND ITS VA-

PORSAREEXPLOSIVE.

Followgasolinesafetyrules in

this manual (see Safety Sec-

tion).

Failure to follow gasoline

safety instructionscan result

in serious personal injury

and propertydamage.

8. Pull recoil starter rope, as follows:

(a) Check behind you before

pulling the recoil starter handle.

Avoid contacting any obstacles

when pulling the handle. Place

one hand on the fuel tank to

....'stabilize the)unit when you pull

the starter handle.

(b) Pull recoil handle until you feel

resistance. Let rope rewind ful-

ly. Then pull rope out rapidly.

Maintain control of rope so it

slowly returns into starter

mechanism. This action may

need to be repeated several

times until the engine starts.

move choke lever (on engines

so equipped) to 1/2 CHOKE un-

til engine runs smoothly and

then to NO CHOKE position. If

engine falters, move choke

lever to 1/2 CHOKE until en-

gine runs smoothly and then to

NO CHOKE position.

NOTE: If engine fails to start after 3

pulls, move choke lever to NO

CHOKE position and pull starter rope

again.

NOTE: If engine fires, but does not

continue to run, move choke lever to

FULL CHOKE and repeat instruc-

tions "a", "b", and "c" untilengine

starts.

OPERATINGTHETILLER

The following pages provide guide-

lines to using your tiller effectively

and safely in various gardening ap-

plications. Be sure to read "Tilling

Tips & Techniques" in this Section

before you actually put the tines into

the soil.

WARNING

Keep away Irom rotatingtines.

Rotating tines will cause seri-

ous personal injury.

1. Follow the "Pre-Start Checklist"

on Page 15. Be sure the Wheel

Gear Lever is in the ENGAGE

position.

2. Put the Depth Regulator

Lever in the '_traver' posi-

tion (lever all the way

down) so that the tines are

clear of the ground. Use

this position when practic-

ing with your tiller or when

moving to or from the gar-

den. When you are ready

to begin tilling, you must

move the Depth Regulator

Lever to the desired depth

setting (see "Tilling Tips &

Techniques").

3. Start the engine and allow it to

warm up. When warm, put throttle

control in fast speed setting.

4. For forward motion of the wheels

and tines:

(a) Pull the Forward Clutch lever

"paddles" up and hold them

against the handlebars. To

stop forward motion of the

wheels and tines, release the

"paddles."

(b) As the tilter moves forward, re-

lax and let the wheels pull the

unit along while the tines dig.

Walk behind and a little to one

side of the tiller. Use a light but

secure grip with one hand on

the handlebars, but keep your

arm loose. See Figure 3-11.

Let the tiller move ahead at its

own pace and do not push

down on the handlebars to try

and force the tiller to dig deeper

- this takes weight off the

wheels, reduces traction, and

causes the tines to try and pro-

pel the tiller.

Figure3-11:Useonehandtoguidetillerwhen

moving

OPERATION

5. For reverse motion of the tiller

(tines and wheels):

(a) Look behind and exercise cau-

tion when operating in reverse.

Do not till while in reverse.

(b) Stop all forward motion before

reversing. Lift the handlebars

with one hand until the tines

are off the ground and then pull

the Reverse Clutch lever out to

....engage reverse motion (see

, Figure 3-12). To stop reverse

motion, let go of the Reverse

Clutch lever.

6. To Turn the Tiller Around:

(a) Practice turning the tiller in a

level, open area. Be very care-

ful to keep your feet and legs

away from the tines.

(b) To make a turn, reduce the en-

gine speed and then lift the

handlebars until the engine and

tines are balanced over the

wheels (Figure 3-13).

sideways on the handlebar to

move the tiller in the direction of

the turn (Figure 3-14). After

completing the turn, slowly low-

er the tines into the soil and in-

crease the engine speed.

StoppingtheTiller andEngine

1. To stop the wheels and tines, re-

lease the Forward Clutch "paddles"

or the Reverse Clutch Lever

(whichever is engaged).

2, To stop the engine, move the

Engine Throttle Lever to STOP.

Figure3-12: Raisetinesoffgroundand

lookbehindwhenmovinginreverse.

Turningthe Tiller Around

Figure3-13: Tobeginturn, re-

duceenginespeedandlift han-

dlebareuntilengineandtines

arebalancedoverwheels.

Figure3-14: Withtiller bal.

ancedoverwheels(andtines

outoftheground),pushhan-

dlebarssidewaystoturntiller.

OPERATION

TillingTips& Techniques

Letthetiller dothework

• While tiUing,relaxand letthe wheels

pull thetiller along whilethetines do

the digging. Walk on the sidethat is

' notyet finished (to avoid making foot-

prints in the freshly tilledsoil) and

lightly, butsecurely grip the handlebar

with just one hand. SeeFigure3-11.

• Avoidthe temptation to push down on

the handlebarsinan attempt to force

the tiller to dig deeper. Pushing down

on the handlebarstakesthe weight off

the poweredwheels,causingthem to

losetraction. Without the wheels help-

ing to hold the tiller back,the tines will

attempt to propel the tiller- causing

the_illerto move rapidly backtoward

you. (Sometimes,slight downward

pressure on the handlebarswill help

getthrough a particularly tough section

of sod or unbroken ground, but in

most casesthis won't benecessaryat

all.)

Tilling depths

• Thisis a CRT(counter-rotating tine)

tiller. Asthe wheels pull forward, the

tines rotate backward. This createsan

"uppercut" tine action which digs

deeply,uprooting soil and weeds.

Don't overloadthe engine,but dig as

deeplyas possible on each pass. On

later passes,the wheels may tendto

spinin the soft dirt. Helpthem along

by lifting slightly onthe handlebar (us-

ing just one hand, palm upward, works

most easily).

• Wateringthe gardenareaa few days

prior to tilling willmaketiltingeasier,as

will letting the newly worked soil rest

for a dayor two before making a final,

deep tilling pass.

•When cultivating (breakingupthe sur-

face soil aroundplantsto help destroy

weeds),adjust thetines to dig only1-

U2"to 2"deep. Usingshallowtilling

depthshelps preventInjuryto plants

whoseroots oftengrowclosetothesur-

face. If needed,lift up on thehandlebars

slightlyto preventthetinesfrom digging

toodeeply. Cultivatingon a regularbasis

notonlyeliminatesweeds,italsoloosens

andaeratesthesoilfor bettermoisture

absorptionandfasterplantgrowth.)

Avoidtillingsoggy, wet soil

Tillingwetsoil oftenresults in large,

hard clumps of soil that caninterfere

with planting. If time permits, wait a

dayor two after heavyrainsto allow

the soilto dry beforetilling. Testsoil

by squeezingit into a ball. Ifit com-

pressestoo easily,it istoo wet to till.

Avoidmakingfootprints

• Wheneverpossible,walk on the untilled

sideof the unitto avoid makingfoot-

prints in your freshly tiltedor cultivated

soil. Footprintscausesoil compaction

that canhamperroot penetrationand

contribute to soil erosion. Theycan

also "plant" unwantedweedseedsback

into thefreshly tilled ground.

Choosingcorrectwheel

andtine speed

With experience,you willfind the "just

right" tilling depth andtillingspeedcom-

bination that is best for your garden.

Setthe enginethrottle leverat a speedto

givethe engineadequatepowerandyet

allow it to operateatthe slowest possi-

blespeed...at leastuntil you have

achievedthe maximum tilling depth you

desire. Fasterenginespeeds may be de-

sirable when making final passes

through the seedbedor when cultivating.

Selection of the correct engine speed,in

relationto the tilling depth, will ensurea

sufficient powerlevelto do the job with-

out causing the engineto labor.

Suggestedtilling patterns

• Whenpreparing a seedbed,go over the

samepathtwice inthe first row, then

overlapone-halfthe tillerwidthon the

rest of the passes(seeFigure3-15).

Whenfinished in one direction, makea

second passat a right angleas shown

in Figure3-16. Overlapeachpassfor

best results (in very hard ground it

may takethree or four passesto thor-

oughly pulverizethe soil).

. If the gardensize will not permit

lengthwise andthen crosswise tilling,

then overlapthefirst passesby one-

half atiller width,followed by succes-

sive passesat one-quarterwidth (see

Figure3-17).

With planning, you canallow enough

room betweenrows to cultivate (see

Figure3-18). Leaveroom for the hood

width, plusenough extra room for fu-

ture piant growth.

Clearingthe tines

Thetines havea self-clearingaction

whicheliminatesmost tangling of debris

inthetines. However,occasionallydry

grass, stringy stalks or tough vines may

becometangled. Follow these proce-

dures to helpavoid tangling andto clean

the tines, if necessary.

• Toreducetangling, setthe depthregu-

lator deepenoughto get maximum

"chopping" action as thetines chop the

material againstthe ground. Also, try

to till under crop residues or cover

crops while they are green,moist and

tender.

•While powercomposting, try swaying

the handlebarsfrom sideto side (about

6"to 12"). This "fishtaiting" action of.

ten clearsthe tines of debris.

• If the proceduresabovedon't clear the

debris, it may be necessaryto remove

the debris by hand (a pocket knifewill

help you cut awaythe material).

WARNING

Before clearing the tines by

hand, stop the engine, al-

low all moving partsto stop

and disconnect the spark

plug wire,

Failure to follow this warn-

ing could result in personal

injury.

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OPERATION

TillingTips& Techniques

Tillingonslopes

If you must gardenona moderate

slope, pleasefollow two very important

guidelines:

1.Till only on moderateslopes, never

on steepgroundwherefooting is dif-

ficult (review safetyrules in the

"Safety" section ofthis manual).

2.We recommendtilling upand down

ratherthan acrossslopes or using

terraces cut into a slope. Tilling vet-

,,_icallyqn a slopeallows maximum

plantingarea andalso leavesroom

for cultivating.

iMPORTANT:When tilling on slopes,

besurethecorrectoillevelismain-

tainedin theengine(checkevery one-

halfhourof operation).Theinclineof

theslopewillcausetheoilto slantaway

fromitsnormallevelandthis can

starveenginepartsofrequired lubrica-

tion: Keeptheengine oillevelatthefull

_01nt'at alltimes!

Tilling upand downslopes

• To keepsoil erosion to a minimum, be

sureto add enoughorganicmatterto

the soil sothatithasgoodmoisture-

holding textureand tryto avoidleaving

footprints orwheelmarks.

• Whentilling vertically,try to make the

first pass uphill sincethe tiller digs

moredeeplygoing uphill than it does

downhill. Insoft soil or weeds,you

may haveto lift handlebarsslightly

whilegoing uphill. Whengoingdown-

hill, overlapthe first pass by about

one-halfthe width of the tiller.

WARNING

Do not operate the tiller on

a slope too steep for safe

operation. Till slowly and

be sure that you have good

footing.

Failure to follow this warn-

ing could result in personal

injury.

Figure3.15

Figure3-17

Figure3-16

Figure3-18

OPERATION

LOADINGANDUNLOADING

THETILLER

WARNING

Loading and unloading the

tiller into a vehicle is poten-

tially hazardous and we don't

recommend doing so unless

absolutely necessary, as this

could result in personal injury

or propertydamage.

However, if you must load or

unload the tiller, follow the

guidelines given next.

• Before loading or unloading, stop

the engine, wait for all parts to stop

moving, disconnect the spark plug

wire and let the engine and muffler

cool. Move the spark plug wire

away from the spark plug.

• The tiller is too heavy (165 to 240

Ibs., depending on model) and

bulky to lift safely by one person.

Two or more people should share

the load.

• Use sturdy ramps and manually

(with engine shut off) roll the tiller

into and out of the vehicle. Two or

more people are needed to do this.

• Ramps must be strong enough to

support the combined weight of the

tiller and any handlers. The ramps

should provide good traction to pre-

vent slipping; they should have side

rails to guide the tiller along the

ramps; and they should have a

locking device to secure them to

the vehicle.

• The handlers should wear sturdy

footwear that will help to prevent

slipping.

• Position the loading vehicle so that

the ramp angle is as flat as possi-

ble (the less inclined the ramp, the

better). Turn the vehicle's engine

off and apply its parking brake.

• When going up ramps, stand in the

normal operating position and push

the tiller ahead of you. Have a per-

son at each side to turn the wheels.

• When going down ramps, walk

backward with the tiller following

you. Keep alert for any obstacles

behind you. Position a person at

each wheel to control the speed of

the tiller. Never go down ramps

tiller-first, as the tiller could tip for-

ward.

• Use wooden blocks to place on the

downhill side of the wheels if you

need to stop the tiller from rolling

down the ramp. Also, use the

blocks to temporarily keep the tiller

in place on the ramps (if neces-

sary), and to chock the wheels in

place after the tiller is in the vehicle.

• When the tiller is in the vehicle, pre-

vent it from rolling by engaging the

wheels in the wheel drive position

(move Wheel Gear Lever to EN-

GAGE). Chock the wheels with

blocks and securely tie down the

tiller.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

WARNING

Before inspecting, clean-

ing or servicing the ma-

chine, shut off engine,

wait for all moving parts to

come to a complete stop,

disconnectspark plug wire

and move wire away from

spark plug.

Failure to follow these in-

structionscan result in se-

rious personal injury or

propertydamage.

GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this machine does

not cover items that have been sub-

jected to operator abuse or negli-

gence. To receive full value from the

warranty, the operator must maintain

the machine as instructed in this

manual.

Some adjustments will need to be

made periodically to properly main-

tain your machine.

Keep the air filters clean and change

the spark plug annually. A clean air

filter system and a new spark plug

will help your engine run better and

last longer.

REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

PROCEDURE

Before Every Every Every As

Each 10 30 50 Noted

Use Hours Hours Hours

LubricateTiller

Checkfor 0il Leaks

CheckHardware

Checkgearoil level(see

"Transmission Gear0il Service")

Checkengineoillevel(see"Engine

Oil Service")

And every

five

operating

hours

Changeengine oil (see"Engine

0il Service")

Servicefoampre-cleanerair filter,

if so equipped (see"Air Cleaner

Service")

Every25

hours*

Servicepaperairfilter(see"Air

CleanerService")

Every3O

hours*

ServiceSpark Plug

CleanEngine •

Checktines for wear °

(see"Tines")

Check/AdjustTension on •

DriveBelts

* Changemore freque'ntlyin dusty or dirty conditions. Changeafter first 2 ho_'rs"of

break-in operation.

t Checkafterfirst2 hours of break-in operation.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

B ARNING Beforeinspecting,cleaningor servicingthe unit, shut off engine, wait for all tl......

partsto cometo a completestop, disconnectspark plugwire and movewire away from spark

plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or

propertydamage. ,

RegularMaintenance CheckForOilLeaks

Because the tiller is operated in the

garden, frequently under hot and

dirty conditions, regular maintenance

is very important to ensure that you

are getting proper performance from

your tiller. There are several mainte-

nance procedures that will help keep

your tiller in good operating condition.

•oChange engine oil regularly.

• Lubricatethe controls regularly.

• Keep the correct tension on the for-

ward drive belt.

• Replace the engine air cleaner ele-

ment when dirty.

• Keep engine cooling fins clean.

Tiller Lubrication

After every 10 operating hours, oil or

grease the lubrication points shown

in Figures 4-1 and 4-2 and described

below.

Use a good quality lubricating oil

(#30 weight engine oil is suitable)

and a good quality general purpose

grease (grease that has a metal

lubricant is preferred, if available).

• Remove wheels, clean wheel shaft

(A, Fig. 4-1) and apply thin coating

of grease to shaft.

• Grease back, front and sides of

depth regulator lever (B, Fig. 4-1).

• Remove tines, clean tine shafts (C,

Fig. 4-1) and inspect for rust, rough

spots or burrs (especially around

holes). File or sand smooth and

coat ends of shaft with grease.

• Oil the threads on the handlebar

height adjustment handle

(D, Fig. 4-1).

• Oil the engine throttle cable (E,

Fig. 4-1) and the wheel gear cable

(F). Allow oil to soak in and then

wipe off any excess.

• Oil the various pivot points (G, Fig.

4-2) on the shiftingmechanism, the

handlebar, and the idler arms (do

not allow oil on the belts or pulleys).

Figure4-1

Figure4.2

Figure4-3

Before each use, check your tiller for

signs of an oil leak - usually a dirty,

oily accumulation either on the unit

or on the floor where it has been

parked.

A little seepage around a cover or oil

seal is usually not a cause for alarm.

However, if the oil drips overnight

then immediate attention is needed

as ignoring a leak can result in se-

vere transmission damage.

If a cover isleaking, try tightening

any loose screws or bolts. If the fas-

teners are tight, a new gasket or oil

seal may be required. If the leak is

from around a shaft and oil seal, the

oil seal probably needs to be re-

placed. See your Sears Service

Center for advice.

IMPORTANT: Never operate the

tiller if the transmission is low on oil.

Check the oil level after every 30

hours of operation and whenever

there isany oil leakage.

CheckHardware

At least every 10 operating hours,

check the unit for loose or missing

hardware (screws, bolts, nuts, hair-

pin cotters, etc.). Loose or missing

hardware can lead to equipment fail-

ure, poor performance, or oil leaks.

Be sure to check the end cap mount-

ing screws located at the rear ofthe

transmission (Figure 4-3). Lift the

tine flap to service the screws.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

B ARNINGBeforeinspecting,cleaningor servicingthe unit, shut off engine, wait for all t ,,.-._

partsto cometo a completestop, disconnectspark plugwire and movewire away from spark

plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or ,

propertydamage,

Transmission Gear 0il Service gear oil reaches the rear (tine) end ToChangethe Engine0il

of the transmission. Stop adding Only use high quality detergent oil

gear oil when it begins to flow from with an A.P.I. rating of service ciassi-

the oil level check hole on the side of fication "SF", "SG", "SH" or "SH/CD."

the transmission. Select the oil SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operat-

ing temperature:

Check the transmission gear oil level

every 30 hours of operation or when

you notice any oil leak. Operating

the tiller when the transmission is

low on.0il .can cause severe damage.

ToCheckTransmissionGearOil Level

1. Check the gear oil level when the

transmission is cool. Gear oil will ex-

pand in warm operating tempera-

tures and this expansion will provide

an incorrect oil level reading.

2. To check the gear oil level (and to

add oil, if needed), see "STEP 4:

Check Gear Oil Level in Transmis-

sion" in the Assembly Section of this

manual.

ToDrain and Refill theTransmission

The transmission gear oil does not

need to be changed unless contami-

nated with dirt, sand or metal bits.

1. Prop up the left side of the unit so

that it will be securely supported

when the left side wheel is removed.

Remove the left side wheel by re-

moving the wheel pin.

2. Unscrew the gear oil fill plug from

the top of the transmission.

3. Place a clean pan below the

transmission drain plug (see Figure

4-4) and remove the drain plug. The

oil will start flowing out of the drain

hole (it may flow slowly, especially in

cold temperatures).

4. Remove the transmission gear oil

level check plug located a few inch-

es above the left side wheel shaft.

5. When the oil stops flowing, tilt the

transmission forward to drain oil from

the rear of the transmission.

6. After draining the oil, clean the

threads of the drain plug, apply a

non-hardening, removable gasket

sealant to the threads, and securely

reinstall the drain plug.

7. U_ihg a clean funnel, slowly add

SAE 140 or SAE 85W-140 weight

gear oil (with an API rating of GL-4

only) to the transmission. The trans-

mission holds approximately 3-1/4

pints (52-54 ounces). Tilt the tiller

slightly backwards to make sure the

8. Securely reinstall the check plug.

9. Securely reinstall the gear oil fill

plug on top of the transmission.

10. Reinstall the wheel and remove

the prop.

Figure4-4: Removedrainplugtodrain

transmissiongearoff(alsoremoveofffill

plugandoillevelcheckplug).

EngineOilService

Check the engine oil level before

starting the engine each day and

check it after 5 hours of continuous

operation. Running the engine when

low on oil will quickly ruin the engine.

It is recommended that you change

motor oil after every 10 hours of op-

eration (sooner when operating in

extremely dirty or dusty conditions.)

ToCheckthe Engine0il Level

1. Move the tiller to a level area and

shut off the engine.

2. Level the engine by puttingthe

Depth Regulator Lever in the second

notch from the top.

3. Clean the area around the oil dip-

stick or oil filltube to prevent dirt

from falling into the crankcase.

4. Remove the oil dipstick from the

oil fill tube, wipe the diihstick clean,

and reinstall it finger-tight. Remove

the dipstick and check the reading.

Add oil (if required) to bring the level

to the FULL mark. Do not overfill.

colder-.<.----.-- 32OF..--_ • warmer

5W30 SAE 30

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils

(5W30, 10W30, etc. improve starting

in cold weather, these multi-viscosity

oils will result in increased consump-

tion when used above 32°1::. Check

your engine oil level more frequently

to avoid possible engine damage

from running low on oil. DO NOT

USE 10W40 OIL.

1. Start engine and let it warm up.

Then TURN THE ENGINE OFF.

2. There is an oil drain plug on each

side of the engine base. Use

whichever one is most convenient.

3. Place a 2"x4" wood board under

the wheel opposite the drain plug

you'll be removing.

4. Place a drain pan beneath the

drain plug.

5. Remove the drain plug (Figure

4-5), and allow the old oil to drain

completely.

e. Reinstall drain plug securely.

7. Remove wood board from be-

neath the wheel.

8. Remove the dipstick from the oil

fill tube (see Figure 4-5). Using a

funnel in the tube, refill the engine

with the correct type and weight en-

gine oil. Check the level frequently

while filling so as not to overfill. Fill

until oil is at the FULL mark on the

dipstick. Install the dipstick.

Figure4-5

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

g ARNINGBeforeinspecting,cleaningor servicingthe unit, shut off engine, wait for all t ,,-..

partsto cometo a completestop, disconnectspark plugwire and movewire away from spark

plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or

propertydamage.

A'irCleanerService

The engine air cleaner filters dirt and

dust out of the air before it enters the

carburetor. Operating the engine

with a dirty, clogged air filter can

cause poor performance and dam-

age to the engine. Never operate

the engine without the air cleaner in-

stalled. Inspect and service the air

cleaner more often if operating in

•very dusty or dirty conditions.

The air cleaner assembly is

equipped with a foam filter and an

inner paper filter. Service the filters

according to the "Required Mainte-

nance Schedule" on Page 22.

ToServiceFilters:

Base Inner Outer Cover

Plate Paper Foam andWing

Filter Filter Nut

Figure4-6:Aircleanercomponents.

Outer Foam Filter--

• Wash in water and detergent solu-

tion and squeeze until all dirt is re-

moved.

• Rinse thoroughly in clear water.

• Wrap in a clean cloth and squeeze

until 'completely dry.

• Do not oil the foam filter.

Inner Paper Filter--DO NOT

ATTEMPT TO CLEAN OR OIL THIS

FILTER.

• Replace annually or every 30 oper-

ating hours (more often under very

dusty conditions).

To Remove and Install Filters:

1. Remove wing nut and cover.

2. Slide foam filter off paper filter.

3. Discard paper filter.

4. Clean inside of base and cover

thoroughly.

5. Install new paper filter on base.

e. Slide foam filter over paper filter.

7. Install cover and wing nut. Tight-

en wing nut securely.

SparkPlugService

Inspect and clean or replace the

spark plug after every 100 operating

hours or annually.

In some areas, local law requires us-

ing resistor spark plugs to suppress

ignition signals• If the engine was

originally equipped with a resistor

spark plug, use the same type for re-

placement.

To Service the Spark Plug

1. Clean area around spark plug.

2. Remove and inspect plug.

3. Replace plug if electrodes are pit-

ted, burned, or porcelain is

cracked. For replacement, use a

Champion RJ-17LM only. NOTE:

A resistor plug must be used for

replacement.

4. Check electrode gap with wire

feeler gauge and set gap at .030 if

necessary.

5. Install spark plug and tighten

securely.

SparkArresterScreenService

If the engine muffler is equipped with

a spark arrester screen, remove and

clean away any accumulated materi-

al on the screen. Check to see that

the screen is not burned through in

any places or damaged. Replace a

spark arrester screen if it is burned

through or damaged in any location.

EngineCleaning

The engine must be kept clean to

assure smooth operation and to pre-

vent damage from overheating. The

engine cooling fins (see Figure 4-6A)

should not be allowed to accumulate

any materials such as leaves, twigs,

or other debris. All inspections and

services must be done with the en-

gine shut off and cool to the touch•

CoolingFins

Figure4.6A:Keepcoolingfinsclean.

Carburetor/GovernorControl

Adjustments

The carburetor was adjusted at the

factory for best operating speed, if

an adjustment is needed, contact

your nearest Sears Service Center.

The governor controls the maximum

safe operating speed and protects

the engine and all moving parts from

damage caused by overspeeding.

Do not tamper with the engine gov-

ernor settings. Contact your nearest

Sears Service Center if a problem

exists.

WARNING

Operators shall not tamper

with the engine governor

settings on the machine;

the governor controls the

maximum safe operating

speed to protect the en-

gine and all moving parts

from damage caused by

overspeed. Authorizedser-

vice shall be sought if a

problem exists.

ThrottleControlAdjustment

If the engine does not respond prop-

erly to various throttle lever settings,

please contact your nearest Sears

Service Center for assistance.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

E ARNINGBefore inspecting,cleaning or servicingthe unit, shut off engine, wait for all t ..--.

partsto cometo a completestop, disconnectsparkplugwire and movewire awayfrom spark

plug. Failure to fallow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or

propertydamage.

WheelGearGableAdjustment Tines RemovingandInstalling

TineAssemblies

When the Wheel Gear Lever is in

DISENGAGE, the wheels will roll

freely (freewheel). The wheels

should not roll freely when the lever

is in ENGAGE. If the wheels roll

freely when the Wheel Gear Lever is

in ENGAGE, the wheel gear cable

needs to be adjusted as described

below.

1, With the engine shut off and the

spark.plug wire disconnected, put

the Wheel Gear Lever in ENGAGE.

2. Loosen the top adjustment nut (A,

Figure 4-7) on the wheel gear cable

bracket that is located on the left

side rear of the transmission.

3. Push the wheel gear cable (B)

down and roll the tiller slightly for-

ward or backward until the eccentric

lever (C) engages (locks) the

wheels. Hold the cable in that posi-

tion and tighten the top (A) and bot-

tom (D) adjustment nuts.

4. Move the Wheel Gear Lever to

ENGAGE and DISENGAGE several

times to check the adjustment. The

wheels should not roll when the lever

is in ENGAGE, but they should roll

when the lever is in DISENGAGE.

Readjust the cable as required.

Figure4.7: Wheelgearcableassembly,

The tines will wear with use and

should be inspected at the beginning

of each tilling season and after every

30 operating hours. Tines can be re-

placed individually or as a complete

set. Never inspect or service the

tines unless the engine is stopped

and the spark plug wire is discon-

nected.

NOTE: You must first remove the

tiller hood in order to take offeither a

single tine holder or individual tines.

The hood is secured to the transmis-

sion housing with two rear bolts and

two front bolts. Remove all four

bolts and set the hood aside to have

full access to the tines.

Tine Inspection

With use, the tines (Figure 4-8) will

become shorter, narrower and point-

ed. Badly worn tines will result in a

loss of tilling depth and reduced ef-

fectiveness when chopping up and

turning under organic matter.

Figure4-8:Checktinesforwearafterevery

30 operatinghours.

1. Use a 9/16" socket, 6" extension,

a ratchet, and a 9/16" box wrench to

loosen the nut (A, Figure 4-9) and

bolt (B) that secure the tine holder to

the tine shaft.

2. Use a rubber mallet to tap the tine

holder loose.

3. Slide the tine assembly offthe tine

shaft.

4. RePeat Steps 1-through-3 abo..ve

to remove the other tine assembly.

5. Installing the tine assembly is sim-

ply the reverse of its removal. Be

sure the cutting edges face so they

will enter the soil first when the tiller

is moving forward- this means the

cutting edges face toward the opera-

tor position.

First be sure to remove any rust, un-

even spots or burrs from the tine

shaft, using fine sandpaper. Then

grease the tine shaft before rein-

stalling the tine assemblies. Tighten

the hardware very securely.

Removingand Installing

IndividualTines

1. Use two 9/16" box end wrenches

to remove the two bolts (C, Figure

4-9), and nuts (D) that secure the

tine to its tine holder. See Figure 4-9.

NOTE: If the nuts are rusted, apply

penetrating oil to the bolt and nut.

Let the oil soak in for a few minutes

before loosening the nut. Always

loosen the nut rather than the bolt.

2. When installing individual tines, in-

stall them in the reverse order from

which they were removed. The two

sets of inboard tines are installed so

one set faces toward the transmis-

sion housing and the other faces

away from it. The single outboard,.

tine set faces toward the transmis-

sion housing. Also be sure the cut-

ting edges face so they will enter the

soil first when the tiller is moving for-

ward- this means the cutting edges

face toward the operator position.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

i ARNINGBeforeinspecting,cleaning or servicingthe unit, shut off engine, wait for all t_

partsto cometo a completestop, disconnectsparkplug wire and movewire away fromspark

plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or

propertydamage.

WARNING

Thisis a CRT(counter-rotat-

ing tine) tiller and its tines

must be mountedin the di-

rectionshownin Figure4-9.

It mounted with curves in

the oppositedirection,tiller

will dlg poorlyend be more

likelyto runbackwards.

Failure to complycould re-

sult in personal injury or

propertydamage.

Figure4-9: Completetineassemblies:fineholders,all tinesandhardware.

....;, SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS .....

g ARNINGBefore inspecting,cleaningor servicingthe unit, shut off engine, wait for all t ,,,.-..

partsto cometo a completestop, disconnectsparkplug wire and movewire away fromspark

plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or

propertydamage.

CheckingAndAdjustingThe

TensionOnThe DriveBelts

Maintaining correct tension on the

drive betts is important to good tilling

performance and long belt life. A

loose belt will slip on the engine and

transmission pulleys and cause the

tines and wheels to slow down - or

stop completely - even though the

engine is running at full speed. A

loose belt wilt also result in prema-

ture wear to the belt.

While checking belt tension, atso

check for cracks, cuts or frayed

edges. A belt that is in poor condition

should be replaced.

The tension on a new forward drive

belt should be checked after the first

two (2) hours of operation. There-

after, check the tension after every

ten (10) hours of operation.

The reverse drive belt, because it is

used more sparingly, will probably

not require an initial tension adjust-

ment until a significant number of op-

erating hours has passed.

WARNING

Follow the belt adjustment in-

structions carefully.An incor-

rect adjustment could result in

the ForwardClutch mechanism

engaging too soon. This could

cause loss of tiller controland

result in personal injury or

propertydamage.

ToCheckandAdjustTensiononthe For-

ward DriveBelt:

1. The check for correct belt tension

is the same as that described in Step

5 of "Step 3: Attach Forward Clutch

Rod" on page 9. Before performing

this check, shut off the engine, dis-

connect the spark plug wire, and al-

low the engine and muffler to cool

down. If, after following the adjust-

ment procedures, you cannot get the

correct gap on the forward clutch rod

adjustment bracket, you will need to

make a secondary adjustment as de-

scribed next.

2. Disconnect the Forward Clutch

Rod (A, Figure 4-10) from the swivel

plate (B) by removing the innermost

hairpin cotter (C).

3. Unthread the Forward Clutch Rod

(in a counterclockwise direction as

viewed from the front of the unit) un-

til one or two threads on the rod ex-

tend above the rectangular nut (D,

Figure 4-11) on the forward clutch

bracket.

4. Remove the belt cover.

5. From the right side of the unit, slip

the forward drive belt (E, Figure 4-

10) out of the pulley groove closest

to the engine (this forward drive pul-

ley has two grooves) by pushing it

off (away from the engine) with your

left hand while pulling the engine

starter rope with your right hand.

(The forward drive belt should have

been located in the pulley groove

closest to the engine; not in the

groove furthest from the engine.)

6. On the left side of the unit (as

viewed from operator's position) re-

move the hairpin cotter from the cle-

vis pin (F, Figure 4-12) that connects

the forward idler arm (G) to the for-

ward adjustable link (H). Push in-

ward on the forward idler arm (G)

and remove the clevis pin (F).

7. There are two holes in the forward

adjustable link (H, Figure 4-12).

Push inward on the forward idler arm

(G) and installthe clevis pin (F)

through the inner hole in the forward

adjustable link(H) and out through

the single hole in the forward idler

arm (G). Secure the clevis pin with

the hairpin cotter.

NOTE: While pushing inward on the

forward idler arm, be sure that the

forward drive belt is moved off to the

right side of the tiller. This creates

more room to install the clevis pin

when the forward idler arm is pushed

inward.

Removebelt (E)]

fromgrooveandt

offpt

Figure4-10: DisconnectForwardClutch

Rodandmoveforwarddrivebeltoutof

grooveinengineforwarddrivepulley.

Figure4.11 Oneor_vothreadsonForward

ClutchRodshouldbeexposedaboverectan-

gularnut.

IMPORTANT: With the clevis pin in-

stalled in the inner hole of the for-

ward adjustable link, the number of

additional belt tension adjustments

that can be made is limited. If, with

future tension adjustments, you find

that you cannot screw the forward

clutch rod any farther into the rectan-

gular nut on the forward clutch

bracket, it means that the forward

drive belt must be replaced. Before

doing so, the clevis pin must be re-

turned to the OUTSIDE hole in the

forward adjustable link.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNINGBeforeinspecting,cleaning or servicingthe unit, shutoff engine,wait for all t =--.,

partsto cometo a completestop,disconnectsparkplugwire and movewire away fromspark

plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or

propertydamage.

8. Replace the forward drive belt in

the High speed groove of the engine

drive pulley (the groove closest to

the engine) and in the middle groove

i_ the tr_.nsmission pulley. Be sure

the belt is to the insideof the wire

formed belt guide (I, Figure 4-13) and

to the inside of the forward drive idler

pulley (J).

9. Reinstall the belt cover and se-

cure it with the two nuts.

10. Readjust the forward drive belt

tension by following the instructions

'in,'item' 5 of "Step 3: Attach Forward

Clutch Rod" on Page 9.

Figure4.12: Removeclevispinfromouter

holeinforwardadjustablelinkandmoveto

innerholeinlink.

• The belt tension is correct if the

guide mark (M, Figure 4-15) is any-

where to the left of the guide pin

(O), as viewed from the front of the

unit (not the operator's position). If

the belt tension is correct, reinstall

the belt cover and secure it with the

two nuts.

• If the guide mark is aligned with the

guide pin, or moves to the right

side of the guide pin, then the belt

is too loose and the tension must

be readjusted as described next.

3. The reverse idler pulley (L, Figure

4-14) regulates the tension that is

applied to the reverse drive belt (P).

The following adjustment will allow

the reverse idler pulley to apply more

tension to a loose belt.

4. Remove the belt cover.

5. Slip the reverse belt (P, Figure 4-

14) off the engine driven reverse

(upper) pulley.

6. On the right side of the unit (as

viewed from operator's position) re-

move the hairpin cotter from the cle-

vis pin (R, Figure 4-14) that connects

the reverse idler arm (K) to the re-

verse adjustable link. Push inward

on the reverse idler arm (K) and re-

move the clevis pin (R).

To CheckandAdjustTensionanthe Re-

verseDriveBelt

1. Remove the belt cover after first

shutting off the engine, disconnect-

ing the spark plug wire, and allowing

the engine and muffler to cool down.

2. Stand at the front of the tiller and

use your left hand to push the re-

verse idler arm (K, Figure 4-14) in-

ward as far as possible (the reverse

idler pulley [L] is attached to the re-

verse idler arm). Hold the idler arm

in this position and look at the posi-

tion of the belt tension guide mark

(M, Figure 4-15) that is stamped into

the face of the reverse adjustable

link (N, Figure 4-15).

Figure4-13: Topviewofbeltsandpulleys.

Figure4-14 : Reverseidlerarm(K)andre.

versepulley(L).

Figure4-15:Whilepushingreverseidlerarm

Inward,standatengineendandcheckposi.

t/onofguidemark(#7)andguidepin(0).

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

g WARNINGBeforeinspecting,cleaningor servicingthe unit, shut off engine, wait for all it--.

partsto cometo a completestop, disconnectspark plugwire and movewire away from spark

plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or

propertydamage.

7. There are two holes in the reverse

adjustable link (S, Figure 4-16).

Push inward on the reverse idler arm

(K) and install the clevis pin (R)

through the inner hole in the reverse

adjustable link (S) and out through

the single hole in the reverse idler

arm (K). Secure the clevis pin with

the hairpin cotter.

8. Reinstall the reverse belt (P, Figure

4-14) on the reverse (upper) pulley,

making sure the belt is located to the

inside of the reverse idler pulley (L,

Figure 4-14).

9. Reinstall the belt cover and se-

cure it with the two nuts.

IMPORTANT: If, in future tests for

reverse belt tension, the guide mark

should again align with or move to

the right side of the guide pin, it

means that the reverse belt is worn

beyond adjustment. Before installing

a new belt, you must return the cle-

vis pin to the OUTSIDE hole in the

reverse adjustable link.

Figure4-16:InstallingclevispinInInside

holeofreverseadjustablelink.

ForwardDriveBelt Removal

AndInstallation

NOTE: This model has one forward

speed (High) and one reverse

speed. The High Speed groove in

the forward engine pulley (the

groove closest to the engine) is the

only groove that should be used in

this pulley. Do not use the groove in

the forward engine pulley that isfur-

thest from the engine. The reverse

pulley hasjustone groove. The trans-

mission pulley has three grooves--

do not use the groove closest to the

transmission housing.

Removingthe ForwardDriveBelt:

1. Stop the engine, allow it to cool

and disconnect the spark plug wire

before working near the belts.

2. Remove the reverse drive belt

completely (A, Figure 4-17) by follow-

ing the "Removing the Reverse Drive

Belt" instructions in this section.

3. Move the forward drive belt (B,

Figure 4-17) completely off the en-

gine forward drive pulley (D).

4. Slip the forward drive belt com-

pletely off the transmission drive pul-

ley (C, Figure 4-17) by moving it to

the front of the pulley.

5. Pull the forward drive belt up and

away by feeding the bottom half of

the belt in between the engine and

transmission pulleys.

Installingthe ForwardDriveBelt:

1. The reverse drive belt must be re-

moved before installing the forward

drive belt.

2. Slip the forward drive belt down

between the rear of the engine for-

ward drive pulley (D, Figure 4-17)

and feed the bottom half in between

the engine and transmission pulleys

(see Figure 4-18). Be sure that the

belt is to the inside of the forward

idler pulley and forward belt guide

(see J and I, Figure 4-13).

3. Slip the forward drive belt down

and over the front of the transmis-

sion pulley (C, Figure 4-17).

NOTE: For additional working room,

loosen the reverse belt guide (V, Fig-

ure 4-13) and twist it out of the way.

4. Put the lower half of the belt into

the middle groove of the transmis-

sion pulley (C, Figure 4-17).

5. Put the upper half of the belt on

the engine forward drive pulley in

the groove closest to the engine (B,

Figure 4-17).

IMPORTANT: Make sure that the ,.

forward drive belt isto the inside of

the wire belt guide (I, Figure 4-13)

and the forward idler pulley (J, Fig-

ure 4-13).

6. If you loosened the belt guide,

wait until the reverse drive belt is in-

stalled before securing the belt

guide.

7. Install the reverse drive belt.

8. Install the belt cover and secure it

with the two nuts.

9. If you installed a new belt, check

the tension after two hours of opera-

tion.

Figure4-17:Beltdrivesystem.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

g ARNINGBeforeinspecting,cleaning or servicingthe unit, shut off engine, wait for all t ,,.....

partsto cometo a completestop, disconnectspark plugwire and movewire away from spark

plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or

propertydamage.

Figure4.18: Installforwarddrivebeltover

rearofengineforwardpulleyandbringlow-

erhalfofbelldownandinfrontoftransmis-

sionpulley.

Reverse Drive Belt Removal

and Installation

NOTE: Theforward drivebeltmust

be installedbeforeinstallingthe re-

versedrivebelt.

'RemovingtheRe_'erseDriveBelt

1. Stop the engine and allow it to

cool before working near the belts.

Be sure the spark plug wire is dis-

connected.

2. Remove the belt cover by remov-

ing the two nuts. For easier access

to the transmission (lower) pulley, re-

move the transmission cover located

below the transmission pulley.

3. Slip the reverse belt off the engine

reverse pulley (A, Figure 4-19). If

necessary, work the belt off the pul-

ley with your left hand while pulling

the engine recoil starter rope with

your right hand.

4. Push the upper half of the reverse

belt downward to create slack in the

belt. Then reach underneath the

transmission and slip the belt off the

front of the transmission pulley (B,

Figure 4-19).

'5. Pull the belt up and past the en-

gine reverse pulley (A, Figure 4-19).

Installingthe ReverseDriveBelt

1. Slip the reverse belt down be-

tween the engine reverse pulley (A,

Figure 4-19) and the engine forward

drive pulley (C).

2. Loop the bottom half of the belt

over the front of the transmission

pulley (B, Figure 4-19) and seat the

belt in the front groove of the pulley.

3. Place the belt to the inside of the

reverse idler pulley (D, Figure 4-19)

and the reverse belt guide (V, Figure

4-13). Then slip the upper end into

the groove of the engine reverse pul-

ley (A, Figure 4-19).

4. If the reverse belt guide (V, Figure

4-13) was loosened previously, cen-

ter the belt guide on the belt and

tighten the mounting screw securely.

5. Install the belt cover and secure it

with the two nuts. If the lower trans-

mission cover was removed, reinstall

it with the four self-tapping screws,

Figure4-19:Removingandinstallingre.

versabelt.

STORAGE

TiBerStorage

Whenever you don't intend to use

your tiller for 30 days or longer, you

should perform the following steps to

ensure that it will start easily and

perform properly when removed

from storage.

• Thoroughly clean the machine.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and

screws are securely fastened. In-

spect parts for damage, breakage

or wear. Replace as necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped

• paint surfaces. Sand lightly before

repainting.

• If possible, store your unit indoors

and cover it with a suitable protec-

tive oover (not plastic) that does

not retain moisture.

IMPORTANT: Never cover the unit

while the engine and exhaust areas

are still warm.

• Do not store gasoline from one

season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if it

starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in

your gasoline will cause problems.

EngineStorage

FuelSystem

IMPORTANT: It is important to pre-

vent gum deposits from forming in

essential fuel system parts such as

carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or

tank during storage. Also, experi-

ence indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using

ethanol or methanol) can attract

moisture which leads to separation

and formation of acids during stor-

age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel

system ofan engine while in

storage.

DANGER

Gasolineishighlyflammableanditsvaporsareexplosive.Followthesesafety

practicestopreventinjuryorpropertydamagefromfireorexplosion.

• Let engineandmufflercoolat least2 minutesbeforedrainingfueltank.

• Do notallow openflames, sparks,or matches,or permitsmokingin fuel-

ingarea.

• Wipe upspills and pushthetiller awayfromspilled fuel.

• Useonlyan approvedfuel containerandstoreit safelyfromchildren.

• Do not store gasoline in an area where its vaporscould reach an open

flame or spark, or where ignitionsourcesare near (suchas hotwater and

spaceheaters,furnaces,clothesdryers,stoves,motors,etc.)

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until

the fuel lines and carburetor are

empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: If "Gasohol" has been used,

run engine until the tank is empty.

Then put 1/2 pint of "Unleaded" reg-

ular gasoline into the fuel tank and

again run the engine until tank is

empty.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as

Craftsman Fuel Stabilizer No.

33550) is an acceptable alternative

in minimizing the formation of fuel

gum deposits during storage. Add

stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or

storage container. Always fo]low the

mix ratio and instructions on the sta-

bilizer container. Run engine at least

10 minutes after adding stabilizer to

allow the stabilizer to reach the car-

buretor. Do not drain the gas tank

and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer

EngineOil

Drain oil and replace with clean en-

gine oil. See "Engine Lubrication" in

the CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILI-

TIES section.

EngineCylinder

• Remove spark plug. Squirt one (1)

oz. (30ml) of clean engine oil into

spark plug hole.

• Cover spark plug hole with a clean

rag.

• Pull starter rope to crank engine

over, slowly, several times.

• Install spark plug. Do not connect

spark plug wire.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Beforeperforming anycorrections, referto the appropriate information in this Manualfor the correct safety precautionsand operat-

ing or maintenanceprocedures. Contactyour local SearsServiceCenterfor necessaryservice.

PROBLEM

Enginedoes

notstart,

Enginerunspoorly.

Engineoverheats,

Enginedoesnot

shutoff.

WheelsandTines

willnotturn.

Tinesturn,but

wheelsdon't.

WheelsTurn,but

TinesDon't.

Poortilling

partormance.

POSSIBLECAUSE

1. Sparkplugwiredisconnected.

2. EngineThrottLeControlLeverincorrectlyset.

3. Fueltankempty.

4. Chokecontrol(if so equipped)in incorrect position.

5. Stalegasoline.

6. Dirtyairfilter(s).

7. Detectiveorincorrectlygappedsparkplug.

8. Carburetorout of adjustment.

9. Misadjustedthrottle controlcable.

10.Dirtor waterinfuel tank.

1. Defectiveor incorrectlygappedsparkplug.

2. Dirtyairfilter(s).

3, Carburetorout ofadjustment.

4. Stalegasoline.

5. Dirtor waterin fueltank,

6. Enginecoolingsystemclogged.

1. Enginecoolingsystemclogged.

2, CarburetorOutof adjustment.

3. Oillevelis low.

1. Misadjustedthrottle controlcable.

1. Improper useofcontrols.

2. ForwardDrive:Misadjustadforwardclutchrod.

3. ReverseDrive:Brokenor misadjustedbelt.

4.Worn,broken,ormisadjusteddrivebelt(s).

5.Internaltransmissionwearordamage.

6.Boltandkeylooseintransmissionpulley.

1. Wheelmountinghardwaremissing.

2. Internaltransmissionwear or damage.

3. Misadjustedwheelgearcable.

4. WheelGearLevernot fully engaged.

t. Tineholdermounting hardwaremissing,

2. Internaltransmissionwearor damage.

1.Worntines,

2. improperDepthRegulatorse_ing.

3. Lncorrectthrottlese_ino.

4. Belt(s)slipping.

CORRECTION

1. Reconnectwire.

2. PutleverinSTARTposition.

3. Addfuel.

4, Moveleverto correctposition.

i. Drainfuelandaddfreshfuel.

6. Cleanorreplacefilter(s).

7. Inspectsparkplug.

8. ContactSearsServiceCenter.

9. ContactSearsServiceCenter.

10, ContactSearsServiceCenter.

1. Inspectsparkplug (see"CustomerResponsibilities").

2. Cleanor replace(see"CustomerResponsibilities").

3. ContactSearsServiceCenter.

4. Replacewith fresh gasoline.

5, ContactSearsServiceCenter.

6. Cleansir coolingsystem(see"CustomerResponsibilities"),

1. Cleanaircoolingarea(see"CustomerResponsibilities").

2. ContactSearsServiceCenter.

3. Checkoil level(see"CustomerResponsibilities"),

1.ContactSearsServiceCenter.

1. Review"Operation"section.

2. See"HandlebarHeightAdjustment"in"Operation"section.

3. Replacebeltor adjust belttension(see"Serviceand

Adjustments"section.

4. See=CheckingDriveBeltTension(see"Serviceand

Adjustments"section.

5. ContactSearsServiceCenter.

6. Tightenholt; checkthatkeyisin place.

1. Replacehardware.

2. ContactSearsServiceCenter.

3. See"WheelGearCableAdjustment" in"Serviceand

Adjustments"section.

4. Engagelever(see"Operation"section.

1, Replacehardware.

2. ContactSearsServiceCenter.

1.See"Tines"in "ServiceandAdjustments"section.

2. See"TillingTips &Techniques"in "Operation"Section,

3, See"Operation"Section.

4. See"CheckingDriveBeltTension"in"Serviceand

Adjustments"section.

OPERATING AND SAFETY DECALS

Keepawayfrom

rotatingtines.

Rotatingtineswill

causeinjury.

Ref. Le_er

E,* ,,

pad# _

1909942

1911361

1915810

1904547

1916612

1904549

DescriptionandLocation Qty.

Owner'sManualReplacement......................................... 1

WARNING-KeepAwayFromTines ..................................... 1

StartingStabilizationInstructions...................................... 1

HoodDecal ....................................................... 1

ControlPanel...................................................... 1

WARNING-HotSurface .............................................. 1

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

FORWARD/REVERSEIDLERASSEMBLY

CLUTCH ROD *

" 19

* see "Handlebar Assembly and

Conb'ol Levers" drawing

TOP COVER

REVERSE

CLUTCH ROD*

REF PART REF PART

No. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

'1 1185506

2 1110043

3 1909266

4 9193

5 1113-1

6 9338

7 1110108

8 1186230

9 1100242

10 20545

11 9479

15 ' 20517-01

Locknut-hex,3/8-16..................... 1

Screw-hex hd, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4"*... 1

Pulley-idler, reversetiller direction 1

Pulley-idler, forward tiller direction 1

Spacer........................................... 1

HaLrpinCotter................................ 2

Locknut-hex, 3/8-16 ..................... 2

Nut-hex, 5/16-18 .......................... 2

Lockwasher-5/16 .......................... 2

Washer-plain, 5/16....................... 2

Pivot Bushing................................ 2

1916192001 Idler Arm-left, forward tiller

direction.................................... 1

1909682001 Idler Arm-right, reversetiller

direction .................................... 1

1492 Spring ........................................... 1

Forward Link................................. 1

16 20517-02 ReverseLink ................................. 1

17 9340 Pin................................................ 2

18 1916194001 Mounting Bar................................ 2

19 1111607 Screw-hex hd., 5/16-18 x 2-1/4"* 2

20 1916195001 Shifting Base................................. 1

21 20553 Spacer-Bushing............................ 2

22 9532 Klip Ring....................................... 1

23 20546 Washer-pivot ................................ 1

24 1916196001 Beilcrank....................................... 1

25 1100043 Screw-hex hd., 3/8-16 x 1-1/4"*.. 1

26 1916897 Pivot-for ReverseClutchlever...... 1

27 20532 Bushing-bellcrank ........................ 1

28 1186331 Screw-flanged hexhd.,

5/16-18 x 1". ............................. 4

** SpecifyGRADE5 if ordering part locally.

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

HANDLEBARASSEMBLY& CONTROLLEVERS

ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY

PART 26

BELLCRANK

OP COVER

43 CONNECT TO BELLCRANK

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

HANDLEBARASSEMBLY& CONTROLLEVERS

REF PART

No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1916766

2 9126

3 1918812

3A 1916810

' 4' 9251

5 20703

5A 9955

6 1900475001

7 1100046

8 9904

9 9837

10 9338

11 1916896

12 9198

13 1916639

14 9057

15 1186211

16 1100068

17 1100243

18 9445

19.... 9202

20 9212

21 1114748

22 1100240

Handlebars-(incl,Ref. No,'s2, 3,

3A and 4) ................................... 1

Grip-handlebars ........................... 2

Decal- for operatorcontrolpanel., 1

Decal- Logo .................................. 1

Grommet-plastic (part of operator

controlpanel)............................. 1

Handle, heightadjustment ............. 1

Washer-keyed ............................... 1

Bracket-handlebar height adjust... 1

Screw-hex hd., 3/8-16 x 1*........... 2

Washer-plain (flat) 3/8, S.A.E........ 2

Locknut-hex, 3/8-16 ..................... 2

HairPinCotter............................... 3

ReverseClutch Lever-

complete (incl. grip, #9198)....... 1

Grip-reverseclutch lever............... 1

WheelGearControl & Cable

Assy........................................... 1

Knob-wheel gearcontrol lever...... 1

Nut-hex, 5/16-24, wheelgear

cableadjustment........................ 2

Screw-hex hd., 3/8-16 x 3/4". ...... 2

Lockwaaher-3/8 ............................ 2

EngineThrottle Control& Cable.... 2

Ties-plastic.................................... 4

Knob-throttle control lever............ 1

Screw-round hd, No. 10-32 x 1/2. 8

Lockwasher-No. 10....................... 4

REF PART

No. No. DESCRIPTION QT_

23 1186208

24 9390

25 20863

26 20862

27 9532

28 20808

29 20809

30 9059

31 9522

32 9386

33 20831

34 97083

35 9853

36 20806

37 20888

38 9432

39 9973

40 1100805

41 9811

42 9552

43 20545

Nut-hex, No. 10-32 ....................... 4

Grip-paddle ................................... 2

Bail-forwardclutch control(incl.

two Grips,Ref.No. 24) .............. 1

Adjuster Assembly (incl. Ref. No.'s

27, 28, 29, 30, 38 and 39).......... 1

Kllp Ring........................................ 2

Adjuster,Right Side....................... 1

Adjuster,Left Side ......................... 1

Spring-Adjuster ............................. 1

Nut-rectangular ............................. 1

Klip Ring........................................ 1

Rod-forward clutch....................... 1

Pin-Clevis...................................... 1

SeresNut....................................... 4

Bracket-bailsupport...................... 2

Swivel............................................ 1

Bushing......................................... 1'

Washer.......................................... 1

Screw-hex hd., 1/4-20 x 3/4". ...... 1

Nut-I/4-20 .................................... 1

Screw-flanged hex hd,self-

tapping, 1/4-20 x 1/2". ............... 2

Washer- flat, 5/16"........................ 1

* SpecifyGRADE5 if orderingpart locally.

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

HOOD,BRACKET& DEPTHREGULATOR

21 17 17B 12

20 19

17A

9 6

TRANSMISSION

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

HOOD, BRACKET& DEPTH REGULATOR

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REF PART REF PART

No, NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. NO. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 1916764

1100243

1916184001

90038

5 9811

6 1100069

7 9384

8 9438

9 9308

10 1916186001

11 9120

12 9119

13 1100043

Hood-tine cover,with hinged flap

(Incl. Ref. No. 17, 17A and 17B) 1

Lockwasher-3/8............................ 2

14 1113-1 Bushing-spacer,dragbar ............. 2

15 1186231 Nut-hex, 3/8-16 ............................ 2

16 1916185001 DragBar-depth regulator ............. 1

Bracket-hood& depth regulator... 1

Screw-flanged hexhal.,

5/16-18 x 5/8". ......................... 2

Locknut-hex, 1/4-20..................... 1

Screw-hex hd., 1/4-20 x 1*. ......... 1

Spring-depth regulator plunger.... 1

Spacer........................................... 1

Roll Pin-l/4 x 1 (spiral)................ 1

Bar Assembly-depth adjustment .. 1

Ring-retaining, tolerance ring....... 1

Knob-depth regulator (Incl. Ref.

No.11) ...................................... 1

Screw-hex hd, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4". .... 2

17 1916805

17A 1911361

17B 1916807

18 9553

19 9552

Decal-tilteroperating instructions 1

Decal- Warning............................. 1

Decal- Logo .................................. 1

Screw-hex hd, self-tapping,

5/16-18 x 1/2". .......................... 2

Screw-flanged hexhd,self-tapping,

1/4-20 x 1/2". ............................ 2

1916700001 Bracket- hood support.................. 2

1916701001 Bracket- channelsupport ............. 1

1186328 Bolt- hex hd., 5/16"-18 x 5/8"....... 6,

1186391 Nut- hex,5/16"-18 ....................... 6

* SpecifyGRADE5 iforderingpart locally.

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

ENGINE&SUPPORTBRACKETS,PULLEYS,BELTS,BELTCOVER

TRANSMISSION

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

ENGINE& SUPPORTBRACKETS,PULLEYS,BELTS,BELTCOVER

REF PART

No, No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

"'1 1'916604001

2 1916602001

3 1916189001

4 1186329

5 1100242

6 1100799

....7 .1186321'

'8' 1900396

10 9022

11 2477

12 9561

13 9361

Support Bracket-engine,left side. 1

Support Bracket-engine,right

side............................................ 1

Support Bracket(Pan)-engine,

front ........................................... 1

Screw-flanged hexhd.,

5/16-18 x 3/4". .......................... 4

Lockwasher-5/16.......................... 4

Screw-hex hd., 5/16-18 x 1-1/2".. 4

Nut-hex, 5/16-18 .......................... 4

Screw-hex hd., 10-32 x 1/2, self-

tapping ...................................... 4

Engine........................................... 1

Flat Belt-reverse drive................... 1

ReversePulley-engine driven,

for flat belt (Ref.No. 10)............... 1

SetScrew-Socket Head,

1/4-20 x 1/4", ............................ 2

Key-Woodruff (size#5), reverse

pulleyto reversePTOshaft........ 1

REF PART

No. NO.

14 1909404

15 20765

16 1100004

17 9944

18 9301

21'

97077

1138-2

1916190001

9573

99OO

1904569

1186391

1916191001

9552

190O766

1904557

1771879

1905219

DESCRIPTION QTY,

V-Belt-forward drive..................... 1

Forward Pulley-engine drive,

for V-Belt (Ref. No. 14).............. 1

Screw-hex bd., 5/16-24 x 3/4". .... 1

Washer-disc spring (concave

surfacefacesforward pulley).... 1

Key-3/16 sq. x 1, forward pulley

to forward PTOshaft ................. 1

Spacer........................................... 1

Shim ............................................. NR

BeltGuide-forward drive belt........ "1.

Screw-hex hal,,self-tapping,

1/4-20 x 3/4". ............................ 1

Washer-plain (flat), 1/4, S.A.E...... 1

Cover-(incl. Ref. No.29) ............... 1

Nut-5/16-18,1ocking, whiz-style .. 2

BeltGuide-reverse drivebelt ........ 1

Screw-flanged hex hd., self-

tapping, 1/4-20 x 1/2". .............. 1

Decal-Stabilization........................ 1

DecaI-Hotsurfaces/beltwarning., 1

CraftsmanMotor Oil, SAE30

(SearsRef.No.33027).................27 ozs.

Owner'sManual/PartsList................ 1

* SpecifyGRADE5 if ordering part locally.

.... Contactyour localSearsServiceCenterfor engine parts or

service, Referto engine nameplatefor enginetype and

codeinformation.

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

TINES,WHEELS

ENGINE

OPERATOR

POSITION

7 2

[_ ENOTES CUTTING EDGE ]

OFTINE

FRONT/

FORWARD

SHAFT

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

TINES,WHEELS

REF PART

NO., No. DESCRIPTION QTY,

1 1100068 Screw-hex hd., 3/8-16 x 3/4". ...... 12

2 1985100 Tine- twin-edged, right facing....... 3

3 1733398 HexLocknut, 3/8-16 ..................... 14

5 .1982612 Screw-hex hd., 3/8-16 x 2,

GRADE8.................................... 2

7 1985101 Tine-twin-edged, left facing ......... 3

8 1916693001 Tine Holder- left side.................... 1

8A 1916694001 TineHolder- right side.................. 1

REF PART

No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

9 1915056 Wheel& TireAssy-left side.......... 1

10 1915057 Wheel & Tire Assy-right side........ 1

11 9380 ClevisPin-.312 x 1-3/4 long......... 2

12 9338 ' Hitch Pin....................................... 2

IMPORTANT:LEFTANDRIGHTSIDESOFTILLERAREDETERMINEDBYSTANDINGINTHEOPERATOR

POSITION(BEHINDTHEHOOD)ANDFACINGTHEDIRECTIONOFFORWARDTRAVEL.

MOUNTTINESSOTHECU.I-IINGEDGEATTHE

TOPOFEACHTINEFACESTHEOPERATOR

(TOP)

LEFT-FACINGTINE

RIGHT-FACINGTINE

(BOI-IOM)

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

TRANSMISSIONHOUSING,COVERS,SEALS,GASKETS& PLUGS

See Note 1

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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

TRANSMISSIONHOUSING,COVERS,SEALS,GASKETS& PLUGS

REF PART REF PART

No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

9621

9726

97076

1186329

5 85030

6 1916193001

7 20694

'8' 20893

9 9467

10 1916198001

11 97073

12 90038

13 1916199001

14 1129-1

Oil Seal-double lip, wheel shaft,

right and left sides..................... 2

Plug-pipe, 1/4, oil level hole and

gear oil drain hole...................... 2

Seal-transmission bore ................ 1

Screw-flanged hexhd.,

5/16-18 x 3/4". .......................... 6

Oil Seal-input pinion shaft............ 1

Cover-top of transmission............ 1

Gasket-transmission top cover..... 1

Transmissioncase,tube and rear

housing assembly...................... 1

Plug-gear oil fill hole .................... 1

Plate-wheel drive cable mounting. 1

Oil Seal-tiller shaft, left and right

sides.......................................... 2

Screw-flanged hexhd.,

5/16-18 x 5/8". .......................... 2

Cover-tiller housing, left side........ 1

Gasket-tiller housing cover,.010 As

(fits all covers) ........... Req'd

1915089 Screw Kit:includesthree(3)

1/4-20 x 7/8' self-sealing As

screws................................ Req'd

1900881001 Cap-rearbearing........................... 1

1124-2

1186331

1915087

1100243

1100068

Gasket-rearbearing cap,.010 As

thick...........................................Req'd

Screw-flanged hexhd.,

5/16-18 x 1". ............................. 4

Screw Kit: includesfive (5)

1/4"-20x 5/8"self-sealing As

screws ......................................Req'd

This Ref.No. not used

Lockwasher-3/8............................ 2

Screw-hex hd., 3/8-16 x 3/4". ...... 2

* SpecifyGRADE5 if ordering part locally.

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

DRIVE SHAFT

MAIN DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

INPUT PINION SHAFT AND

GEAR ASSEMBLY

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

DRIVE SHAFT

REF PART ' REF PART "

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. NO. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

5 1224-2

5 1224-3

... 1325C

1714

20718

9301

1916765

1224-1

Bearing-tapered roller with race.. 1

Gear-spur,maindrive shaft......... 1

Key-3/16 sq. x 1.......................... 1

Drive Shaft-main drive shaft is one-

piecewith integral, single-lead

work-hardened worm at front to

drive thewheel worm gear,and

integral six-lead work-hardened

worm at rearto drivethe tiller

gear (also includes pressed-on

#1714 rear roller bearing,race

for bearingand #9301 key)...... 1

Shim-rear bearing cap, .010thick

(seeNote 1 below)................... As

Req'd

Shim-same as above,but .030 thick

(seeNote 1) ............................. As

Req'd

Shim-same as above,but .005 thick

(seeNote 1) ............................. As

Req'd

Shim Set-includes the following

shims: two 1224-1; two 1224-2;

one #1224-3 ............................ As

Req'd

NOTE1-Shim betweendrive shaft rear bearing and rear bearing capto achieve5-to-10 thousandths of an inch (.005-.010) end

playon driveshaft

INPUTPINIONSHAFT& GEARASSEMBLIES

REF PART REF PART

No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. No. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 16

6 1100004 Screw-hex hd.,5/16-24 x 3/4" ...

7 9944 Washer-disc spring (concave

surfacefaces pulley)................ 1

8 9301 Key-3/16 sq. x 1.......................... 1

9 20507 Pulley-transmission drive ........... 1

10 1440 Washer-support .......................... 2

11 85030 Oil Seal-input pinion shaft, front. 1

12 9500 Ring-retaining (snap ring), external 1

13 9953 Washer-thrust ............................. 2

_!4 9428 Bushing....................................... 1

15 9'677 SetScrew-5/16-18 x 3/8". .......... 1

20791

20792

9093

20799

Input Pinion-steelshaft...............

Gear-input pinion........................

Retainer-snap ring, external........

Pinion Assy-(incl. oneeachof Ref.

No.'s 16,17 and 18.................. As

Req'd

20 9517 Retainer-snap ring, internal ........ 1

21 94018 Washer-sheaveshoulder ............ 1

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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

WHEEL SHAFT, ECCENTRICSHAFT & TILLER SHAFT ASSEMBLIES

TILLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY

v I

19 ._

16 3

8 \ 4

WHEEL

SHAFT ASSEMBLY

[] Wheel Shaft Parts

REF PART REF PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. NO. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

9621

9511

1166-1

1166-2

1166-3

1166-4

lO86

1916711

9373

20914

0il Seal-left and right sides......... 2

Ring-retaining, heavy-duty,external 2

Shim-l-I/64 i.D.,.062 thick ....... As

Req'd

Shim-as above, but .030thick .... As

Req'd

Shim-as above, but .015thick .... As

Req'd

Shim-as above, but .010thick .... As

Req'd

Bushing....................................... 2

WheelShaft (axle)....................... 1

Key-hi-pro (1/4 x 1-5/16), clutch

to wheel shaft........................... 1

Gear-wheeldrive (worm gear),

castiron................................... 1

9935

9 20712

10 20879

11 1442

12 9055

13 9622

14 20757

15 11000804

16 97074

17 1916709

18 1104

19 19O4279

Shim-between key and gear

(1.016 I.D. x 1.468 O.D.x .062

thick)........................................ 1

Clutch-wheel drive, cast iron....... 1

EccentricShaft-wheel clutch

shifting..................................... 1

Pin-eccentric shaft...................... 1

Spring.......................................... 1

Oil Seal-eccentric shaft............... 1

Lever-eccentric shaft .................. 1

Screw-hex hd., 1/4-20 x 1/2". .... 1

Ball Bearing-for tiller shaft.......... 2

Tiller Shaft................................... 1

Key-woodruff, 1/4 x 1-1/4,

for tiller shaft/worm gear......... 1

Worm Gear-bronze,tiller drive.... 1

* SpecifyGRADE5 if ordering part locally.

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

BUMPERASSEMBLY

' ®

REF PART

No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

BumperAssembly

1 1916714001 8umper-top section....................

2 1904758001 Bumper-bottom section..............

3 1731025 Bolt-curved head,5/16-18 x 2

(specialbolt); also see#1915811

hardwarekit ............................. 2

4 1111608 Bolt-hex hd. 5/16-18 x 2-1/2",

not avail,separately(order

#1915811 hardwarekit ............ 4

5 1100242 Lockwasher-5/16, not avail.

separately(order #1915811

hardwarekit ............................. 6

6 1186230 Nut-hex, 5/16-18, not avail........

separately(order #1915811

hardwarekit ............................. 6

--- 1915811 HardwareKit: two #1731025

curved headbolts; four #1111608

hexhd. bolts; six #1100242 lock-

washers; six #1186230 hexnuts 1

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

Craftsman4-Cycle,8HPEngine(143.998001)

4O0

_307

83 81

342

341

_- 301

,300

292

172,

182

276

238

245

245A

72 I

275

101

j261282 "

281

• 260

900

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

Craftsman4-Cycle,8HP,Engine(143.998001)

EngineAssembly

Ref# Part# Description Qty Ref# Part# Description Qty Ref# Part# Description

Qty

1 35385 Cylinder(Incl.2,20,72)...... 1

2 27652 DowelPin..........................2

15 306990 GovernorRod(Incl.15A,

15B)..................................1

15A 30700 GovernorYoke.................. 1

15B 650494 Screw,#6-40x5/16" ........ 1

16 33454 GovernorLever.................. 1

17 29916 GovernorLeverClamp...... 1

18 651028 Screw,TorxT-15,

#8-32x3/8"......................1

19 34663 ExtensionSpring.............. 1

20 35319 OiiSeal..............................1

25 36460 61owerHousingBaffle...... 1

26 650561 Screw,1/4"-2Ox5/8"........ 2

28 30322 LockNut,#8-32 ................ 1

30 36245 Crankshaft........................1

35 29826 Screw,#10-32x 3/4" ........ 1

36 29918 Lockwasher......................1

37 29216 Locknut,#10-32 .............. 1

38 29642 RetainingRing.................. 1

40 40011 Piston,Pin&RingSet(Std.)l

40 40012 Piston,Pin& RingSet

(.010'OS)..........................1

. 41 40009 Piston&PinAssy.

(Std.),(Incl.43) ................ 1

41 40010 Piston&PinAssy.

(.010"OS),(Incl.43) ........ 1

42 40013 RingSet(Std.).................. 1

42 40014 RingSet(.010'0S) .......... 1

43 27888 PistonPinRetainingRing.. 1

45 36897 ConnectingRodAssy.

(Incl.47,49)......................1

47 651033 ConnectingRodBolt.......... 2

48 34034 ValveLifter........................2

49 36896 OiIDipper..........................1

50.. 35444 Camshaft(MCR)................ 1

60 33273A BlowerHousingExtension 1

65 650128 Screw,#10-24x1/2" ........ 1

69 35252A CylinderCoverGasket...... 1

70 35445A CylinderCover(Incl.71,

75,76,80) ........................1

71 35377 CrankshaftBushing.......... 1

72 27642 OiIDraLnPlug....................2

75 35319 OilSeal..............................1

76 28926 OIISeal..............................1

80 31845 GovernorShaft..................1

81 30590A Washer..............................1

82 35378 GovernorGearAssy.

(Incl.81)............................1

83 30588AGovernorSpool................ 1

84 29193 RetainingRing..................1

86 650833 Screw,1/4-20x1-3/16' .... 7

87 . 650832 Screw,1/4-20x1-11/16".. 1

89 32589 FlywheelKey......................1

90 611090 Flywheel............................1

1CO

101

102

103

110

119

120

125

126

127

128

130

130A

130B

135

139 33369

140 650836

149 27882

149A35862

150 27881

151 32581

169 27896A

170 28423

171 28424

172 28425

173 35350

174 650128

178 29752

182 30088A

184 33263

185 34707

186 34661

200 34664

203 31342

204 651029

206 610973

207 33878

209 650821

210 27793

211 28942

223 650378

650880 Lockwasher......................1

650881 FlywheelNut......................1

35135 SolidStateIgnition............ 1

610118 SparkPlugCover.............. 1

651024 SolidStateMountingStud 2

851007 Screw,TorxT-15,

#10-24x 15/16"................ 2

35187 GroundWire......................1

36448 CylinderHeadGasket........ 1

36449 CylinderHead.................... 1

27878A ExhaustValve(Std.)

(Incl.151)..........................1

27880A ExhaustValve(1/32"OS)

(Incl.151)..........................1

34035 IntakeValve(Std.)

(Incl.151)..........................1

34036 IntakeValve(1/32"0S)

(Incl.151)..........................1

650691 Washer..............................9

650590 BellevilleWasher.............. 7

650694AScrew,5/16"-18x2".......... 7

650727 Screw,5/16'-18x 1-3/4".... 2

651055 Screw,5/16"-18x5/8". ..... 2

33636 ResistorSparkPlug

(RJ17LM)..........................1

GovernorGearBracket...... 1

Screw,#10-24x1/2". ....... 2

Valv6SpringCap.............. 1

ValveSpringCap.............. 1

ValveSpring......................2

ValveSpringKeeper.......... 2

BreatherGasket................ 2

BreatherBody....................1

BreatherElement.............. 1

ValveCover........................1

BreatherTube.................... 1

Screw,#10-24x 1/2". ....... 2

Nut&Lockwasher,1/4-28 2

Screw,1/4-28x 1". ........... 2

Carburetorto Intake

PipeGasket........................1

IntakePipe........................1

GovernorLink.................... 1

ControlBracket(Incl.19,

203,204,206) .................. 1

CompressionSpring.......... 1

Screw,TorxT-IO,

5-40x7/16"......................1

Terminal............................1

ThrottleLink......................1

Screw,#10-32x1/2". ....... 2

ConduitClip......................1

Screw,#10-32x3/8". ....... 1

Screw,TorxT-30

5/16-18x 1-1/8"................ 2

224 27915A

238 28820

239 27272A

240 33266

242 33267

245 33268

245A35881

250 33269A

251 650513

260 33375D

261 650788

262 29747B

264A650802

265 33272B

275 34185B

276 31588

277 650729

277A651036

278 36908

280 36799A

281 33013

282 650760

285 35985B

287 29752

290 30705

292 26460

298 650665

300 34186A

301 36246

305 35554

307 35499

306 35540

310 36593

325 29443

340 34154

341 34158

342 650561

370G35274

370K36695

380 640152

IntakePipeGasket............ 1

Screw,#10-32x1/2". ....... 2

AirCleanerGasket............ 1

Air CleanerBody................ 1

Air CleanerBracket............ 1

Air CleanerFilter................ 1

AirCleanerCover.............. 1

WingNut,1/4-20.............. 1

BlowerHousing................ 1

Screw,5/16-18x 3/4'........ 2

Screw,TorxT-40

5/16-24x21/32'................ 2

Screw,1/4-20x 5/8".......... 1

CylinderHeadCover.......... 1

Muffler..............................1

LockingPlate....................1

Screw,5/16-18x 3-3/16".. 1

Screw,5/16-18x 3-31/32" 1

Spacer..............................1

HeatShield........................1

StarterBubbleCover ........ 1

Screw,#8-32x3/8". ......... 1

StarterCup........................1

Nut& Lockwasher,

1/4-28................................4

FuelLine..................._.,...... 1

FuelLineClamp................ 2

Screw,1/4-15x3/4".......... 2

FuelTank(Incl.292,301).. 1

FuelCap............................1

OilFillTube........................1

"0" Ring............................1

FillTubeClip......................1

Dipstick............................1

WireClip............................1

FuelTankBracket.............. 1

Screw,1/4-20x 5/8".......... 1

OilInstructionDecal.......... 1

StarterDecal......................1

Carburetor(Incl.184)........ 1

390 590746 RewindStarter.................. 1

(Note:Thisenginecouldhavebeenbuiltwith

the590704RewindStarter.)

400 36450B GasketSet(Incl.27272A(1),

27896A(2),27915A(1),

29673(1),33263(1),

33629(1),34698A(1),

35262A(1),36448(1)....... 1

416 34479A SparkArrestorKit(Opt.).... 1

900 ..... ReplacementShortBlock

756318,order....................1

CRAFTSMAN' 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS'

CarburetorNo.640152-Craftsman4-Cycle,8HPEngine(143.998001)

'_37

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

CarburetorNo.640152-- Craftsman4-Cycle, 8HPEngine(143.998001)

,Rpf# Pa,rt# Description Qty

0 640152 Carburetor(Incl.184from

EnginePartsList).............. 1

1 631776AThrottleShaft]LeverAssy...1

2 631970 ThrottleReturnSpring...... t

4 631184 DustSealWasher.............. 1

5 631183 DustSeal(Throftle).......... 1

6 640109 ThroftleShutter................ 1

7 650506 ShufterScrew.................... 2

'1"0'', 6:32740ChokeShaft&LeverAssy. 1

11 632043 ChokeReturnSpring........ 1

12 531184 DustSealWasher.............. 1

13 631183 DustSeal(Choke).............. 1

Ref# Part# Description Qty

14 631753

15 630735

16 632164

17 651025

18 630766

20 640027

20A 640053

25 631867

27 631024

28 632019

29 631026

ChokeShutter....................1

ChokePositioningSpring.. 1

FuelFitting........................1

ThrottleCrackScrew/

IdleSpeedScrew.............. 1

TensionSpring.................. 1

IdleRestrictorScrew........ 1

IdleRestrictorScrewCap.. 1

FloatBow_..........................1

FloatShaft ........................1

Float..................................1

FloatBowl"0" Ring.......... 1

Ref# Part# Description Qty

30 631021 InletNeedle,Seat&

Clip(incl.31) .................... 1

31 631022 SpringClip........................1

36 640113 MainNozzleTube.............. 1

37 632547 MainNozzleTube"0" Ring 2

40 640114 HighSpeed8owINut........ 1

44 27110A RowlNutWasher.............. 1

47 630748 WelchPlug,IdleMixture.. 1

48 631027 WechPug,Atmospheric ,

Vent..................................1

60 632760 RepairKit..........................1

CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

StarterNo.590746

Craftsman4-Cycle,8HP Engine(143.998001)

13 12

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6/_.6

_"-4

m-,

StarterNo. 590704

Craftsman4-Cycle,8HPEngine(143.998001)

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CRAFTSMAN 8HP MODEL 987.293330 REPAIR PARTS

StarterNo.590746--Craftsman 4-Cycle, 8HPEngine(143.998001)

Ref# Port# Description Qty

0 590746 RecoilStarter.................... 1

1 590599ASpringPin(Incl.4) ............ 1

2 590600 Washer..............................1

3 590679 Retainer............................t

4 590601 Washer..............................1

6 590678 BrakeSpring......................1

6 590680 StarterDog........................2

7 590412 DogSpdng........................2

8 590681 Pulley&RewindSpring

"_ Assy...................................1

11 590747 StarterHousingAssy......... 1

12 590535 StarterRspe(98"x9/64").. 1

13 590701 StarterHandle....................1

..StarterNo. 590704--Craftsman 4-Cycle, 8HPEngine(143.998001)

,b , ,

590704 RecoilStarter.................... 1

590599ASpringPin(Incl.14).......... 1

590600 Washer..............................1

590696 Retainer............................1

590601 Washer..............................1

590697 BrakeSpring...................... 1

590698 StarterDog........................2

590699 DogSpring........................2

590700 Pulley& RewindSpring

Assy...................................1

590705 StarterHousingAssy......... 1

590535 StarterRope(98"x 9/64").. 1

590701 StarterHandle.................... 1

For In-home major brand repair service:

Call 24 hoursa day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME" (1-800-469-4663)

Para pedlr eervicio de reparacl6n a domicllio - 1-800-676-5811

In Canada for all your service and parts needs call

- 1-800-665-4455

Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi6ces

For the repair or replacement parts you need:

Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week

PartsDirect"

1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)

Para ordenar plezas con entrega a domlcllio - 1-800-659-7084

For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center In your area:

Call 24 hoursa day, 7 days a week

1-800-488-1222

For Information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement

or to Inquire about an existing Agreement:

Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday

1-800-827-6655

SEARS

HomeCentral"

FORM 1905219 (10/98) Printed in U.S.A.

Craftsman 987293330 8-hp rear-tine tiller

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