Craftsman 917.292360 Owner`s manual
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1. SPARK PLUG Champion RJ1SLM MODEL GAP 030 STD361458 NUMBER 917 292360 SERIAL NUMBER MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT DATE OF A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod PURCHASE uct Contact your nearest Sears store for details THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO e Read and observe the safety rules THE RIGHT HAND ENGINE BRACKET Foilowa regular schedule in maintaining caring for and YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER using your tiller AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE e Follow the instructions under the Customer PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Beete and Storage sections of this Owner s anual IMPORTANT THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT 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 ARRESTER MEETING APPLICABLE LOCAL OR STATE LAWS IF ANY IF A SPARK ARRESTER IS USED IT SHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE 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 SEE YOUR SEARS AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER FOR SPARK ARRESTER REFER TO THE REPAIR PARTS SECTION OF THIS MANUAL FOR PART NUMBER LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER Fo2. ENGINE gt IDLER Check for loose fasteners ARM LUBRICATION SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL Keep unit well lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE SECTION 12 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance except carburetor adjustment to prevent unit for maintenance Clean muffler area of all grass dirt and debris accidental starting of engine A Prevent fires Keep the engine free of grass leaves spilled oil or fuel Remove fuel from tank before tipping Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns ENGINE AIR CLEANER See Fig 13 7 Service air cleaner cartridge every twenty five hours more LUBRICATION often if engine is used in very dusty conditions Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service Loosen air cleaner screws one on each side of cover classification SF or SG Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES s Remove air cleaner cover e Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge Be careful Do not allow dirt or debris to fal into carburetor Clean by tapping gentiy on a flat surface If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge Clean and replace cover Tighten screws securely 30 20 2 Ka 10 20 30 Ae TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE FIG 11 NOTE
3. SEAR MODEL NO 917 292360 CRAFTSMAN Caution 5 0 HP Read and follow 24 INCH TINE WIDTH and insttuctions FRONT TINE TILLER This Equipment Assembly Operation e Customer Responsibilities e Service and Adjustments e Repair Parts Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING PR Read the Owners Manual carefully Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particu larly small children and pets EPARATION Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine motor Do not operate the equipment without wearing ad equate outer garments Wear footwear that will im prove footing on slippery surfaces Handle fuei with care it is highly flammable Use an approved fuel container Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting Use extension cords and receptacles
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6. Wait until the soil is less wet in order to achieve the best results When tilling in the fall remove vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation You will find tilling much easier if you leave a row untilled between passes Then go back over the entire area at right angles See Fig 9 There are two reasons for doing this First wide turns are much easier to negotiate than about faces Second the tiller won t be pulling itself and you toward the row next to it e Set depth stake and wheel height for shallow tilling when working extremely hard soil or sod Then work across the first cuts at normal depth AN Pn lt A AE lt lt lt CA NE TAT IVT TAT TT TAT ET WA gt gt pe gt E EEN AL EYL DI NT AE NT RE AD BELLE KE EE lt lt CHA NT TAL WT A NT TAT IST A we gt gt gt gt gt gt y A iyi TAT WT TAL NON VT AD ES ES EES ES ES 7 SR SS A 7 CE CULTIVATING Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pre vent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the plants At the same time breaking up the upper layer of sail crust will help retain moisture in the soil Best digging depth is 1 to 3 You will probably not need to use the depth stake Begin by tipping the depth stake forward until it is held by the stake spring Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will allow tines to upro
7. start actual field use with throttle in slow position mid way between FAST and IDLE To help tiller move forward lift up the handles slightly thus lifting depth stake out of ground To slow down the tiller press down on handles if you are straining or tiller is shaking the wheels and depth stake are not set properly in the soil being tilled The proper setting of the wheels and depth stake is through trial and error and depends upon the soil condition The harder or wetter the ground the slower the engine and tine speed needed Under these poor conditions at fast speed the tiller will run and jump over the ground A properly adjusted tiller will dig with little effort from the operator e Tilling is digging into turning over and breaking up packed soil before planting Loose unpacked soil helps root arowth Best tilling depth is 4 to 6 A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation The decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches the soil Depending on the climate rainfall and wind it may be advisable to till the soil at the end of the growing season to further condition the soil Soil conditions are important for proper tilling Tines will not readily penetrate dry hard soil which may contrib ute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller Hard soil should be moistened before tilling however extremely wet soil will ball up or clump during tilling
8. 94927 223813 393615 495759 94786 224820 94680 224738 94877 397358 93414 802592 94896 398808 495603 19069 92987 89838 262328 225058 272538 220982 221377 93265 213963 93141 225121 225257 281505 280715 263073 271485 TILLER MODEL NUMBER 917 292360 BRIGGS amp STRATTON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 137202 TYPE NO 0714 A1 DESCRIPTION Link Control Bell Crank Bushing Governor Lever Flat Screw Shoulder Rod Speed Control Spring Governor Link Choke Gear Governor Washer Thrust Panel Control Lever Governor Control Rivet Governor Control Lever Mounting Lever Assembly Governor Washer Governor Lever Crank Bell Muffler Exhaust Housing Blower Screw Blower Housing Mounting Shield Cylinder Screw Cylinder Shield Cover Cylinder Head Nut Flywheel Armature Group Screw Armature Mounting Plug Spark Screw Sems Wire Ground Gasket Set Flywheel Puller Nut Hex Wrench Spark Plug Spring Fuel Pump Diaphragm Screen Carburetor Diaphragm Washer Cap Spring Pin Diaphragm Cover Cover Diaphragm Screw Diaphragm Cover Cup Starter Retainer Pawl Starter Knob Control Spring Ring Oil Ret 30 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 526 94914 Screw Sems Tank Bracket Mount 527 223786 Clamp Breather Tube 528 231550 Tube Breather 529 67838 Grommet Breather Tube 535 491435 Filter Air 536 494279 Cleaner Air 542 94897 Screw 552 231079 Bushing Governor Crank 562 94907 Bolt Governor Lever 5
9. Starter 65 94686 Screw Housing Mounting 73 225176 Screen Rotating 81 222263 Lock Screw 90 498298 Carburetor Assembly 95 93499 Screw Throttle Valve to Shaft 96 223793 Throttle Carburetor 97 480048 Shaft and Lever Throttle 108 497230 Valve and Shaft Group Choke 111 262715 Spring Choke 121 495606 Carburetor Overhaul Kit 124 94913 Screw Hex Head 127 220352 Plug Welch 127A 223789 Plug Welch 147 231955 Jet Pilot 152 260575 Spring Throttle Adjustment 183 490589 Screw and Collar 154 93527 Screw Machine Round Head 161 492797 Base Air Cleaner 163 271935 Gasket Air Cleaner Mounting 180 495405 Tank Assembly Fuel 181 494559 Cap Fuel Tank 190 94924 Screw Fuel Tank 190A 94919 Screw Fuel Tank Mounting 1 3 4 191 272489 Gasket Fuel Tank to Carburetor 200 223886 Guide Air 201 262280 Link Governor 202 262270 Link Throttle Included in Gasket Set 495603 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit 495606 Included in both Gasket Set 495603 and Carburetor Overhaul Kit 495606 NOTE AN component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS KEY PART NO 202A 262470 203 204 205 208 209 216 219 220 222 223 224 227 230 256 300 304 305 306 307 308 332 333 334 337 346 356 358 363 373 383 392 393 394 414 432 433 434 435 455 456 459 467 515 524 NO 280720 222962 231520 262279 262948 262359 494845 221551 490649 223455 93491 490374
10. THERE ISA POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT NOTE Gives essential information that will aid you to better understand incorporate or execute a particular set of instructions Look for this symbol to point out im portant safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CAUTION Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark plug in order to pre vent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs A WARNING A The engine exhaust from this product con tains chemicals known to the State of Califor nia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tiller PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS lt has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possibie dependability and performance HORSEPOWER 5 0 HP Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized Sears DISPLACEMENT 12 57cu in 206cc Service Center Department We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair GASOLINE CAPACITY 3 Quarts ZER f f Unleaded Regular Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemtie and maintain your tiller properly OIL API SF SG SAE 30 Above 32 F Always observe ihe SAFETY RULES CAPACITY 20 oz SAE SW 30 Below 32 F
11. as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine motor is running except where specifically recommended by manufacturer OPERATION Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross ing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic Do not carry passengers After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor remove the wire from the spark plug thoroughly in spect the tiller for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling H the unit should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Stop the engine motor when leaving the operating position Take all possible precautions when leaving the ma chine unattended Disengage the tines shift into neutral and stop the engine Before cleaning repairing or inspecting shut off the engine and make certain ail moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting Disconnect the cord on electric motors Do not run the engine indoors exhaust fumes are dangerous Never operate the tiller without proper guards plates or other safety protective dev
12. manual it means when you are in the operating position standing behind tiller handles A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 Utility knife 1 Screwdriver 1 Pair of pliers 2 1 2 wrenches OPERATOR S POSITION FIG 1 2 2 Hex Bolts 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 2 Hex Nuts 5 16 18 2 Lock Washers 5 16 ASSEMBLY UNPACK CARTON amp INSTALL HANDLE See Fig 2 CAUTION Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of cartoning material IMPORTANT WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE S Cut cable ties securing handle column s Remove ail packing from carton Secure handle column to handle mount using two 2 carriage bolts and two 2 flange locknuts Tighten both flange locknuts securely e Cut away carton and remove tiller from skid by pulling backwards Insert plastic cable clip into hole in handle column es Route tine control cable through plastic cable clip on handle column gt Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid TINE CONTROL HANDLE MOUNT TINE CONTROL a HANDLE COLUMN CARRIAGE BOLT FLANGE LOCKNUT FIG 2 INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBL See Fig 3 s Loosen Nut A Insert stake Support between engine bracket halves with stake spring down s Bolt stake support to engine brackets with bolts lock washers and nuts Tighten secure
13. of this manual for additional information Never use engine orcarburetorcleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur 10 CAUTION Fill to within 1 2 inch of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow for fuel expansion If gasoline is accidentally spilled move machine away from area of spill Avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have disappeared Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gaso line near an open flame TO START ENGINE See Fig 8 This engine on this product is designed for maximum performance and life if operated with the choke ON fully open and the throttle control in the fast 4 position To open the choke fully requires an engine warm up period of several seconds to several minutes depending on the temperature After starting the engine first open the choke slowly until the engine just begins to run smoothiy Then open the choke in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load until the choke is fully open During engine warm up the equipment can be operated When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel it will take extra pulls of the recoil starter to move fuel from the tank to the engine Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected Place throttle control in FAST position e With engine fully choked grasp recoil start
14. soil conditions Engage tine control inspect adjust V belt Inspect V beit Sat depth stake for shallower tilling Check throttle control setting Make necessary adjustments REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NUMBER 917 292360 HANDLE ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO 1 ON O O1 ON NO STD533125 137118 152094 9266R 3066J 151229 12000027 154805 DESCRIPTION Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 UNC x 2 1 2Grade 5 Panel Control Assembly Handle Column Grip Handie Cable Tine Control Lever Control Tine Ring Clip Pin Pivot KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO 9 73970500 Locknut Flange 5 16 18 UNC 10 121145X Clip Cable 14 110514X Assembly Panel and Tube 12 98000129 Nut Flange 13 STD533107 Bolt Carnage 5 16 18 x 3 4 14 1200058 Ring Retainer NOTE AN component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 20 REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NUMBER 917 292360 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY ua el pen SELS d Fah ei al L 22 Z e ai Led e A AE 4 o A a e e D KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PAR DESCRIPTION NO NO NO NO 1 121313X Bracket Belt Guard 16 12000036 Ring Klip 2 9484R Clip Plated 17 STD541237 Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 3 86777 Screw Hex 10 24 X 50 18 9178R Pulley Idler 4 74770812 Bolt Hex 1 2 20 x 3 4 19 674A30 Arm Idler 5 72140404 Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x 1 2 20 STD523712 Bolt Hex 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 6 121463X Keeper Belt 21 106968X Shaft d
15. 92 231978 Nut Hex 608 497830 Starter Assembly Rewind 611 231068 Pipe Fue 612 391813 Fuel Pipe and Clip Assembly 613 93935 Screw Hex Head Shoulder 614 93306 Pin Cotter 616 495243 Crank Governor 621 396847 Switch Stop 623 94943 Screw Shoulder 634 271853 Washer Throttle Shaft Foam 635 66538 Elbow Spark Plug 676 393757 Deflector Exhaust Side Outlet 679 270382 Washer Foam 680 221839 Washer Brass 741 262992 Gear Timing 851 493880 Cable Terminal ignition 869 211787 Seat Intake Valve Standard 870 211172 Seat Exhaust Valve Standard 871 262001 Guide Exhaust Valve 63709 Guide intake Valve 916 280321 Rack Gear Control 966 492797 Base Air Cleaner 967 491588 Filter Air Cleaner 968 495872 Cover Air Cleaner 969 490073 Screw Air Cleaner 971 94902 Screw Hex Head 987 398970 Seal Throttle Shaft 995 497195 Lever Bracket Assembly 1012 490507 1036 499344 RPM Settings Retainer Link Label Kit Emission Low 1200 1600 High 3500 3700 Included in Gasket Set 495603 Included in Carburetor Overhaul Kit 495606 Included in both Gasket Set 495603 and Carburetor Overhaul Kit 495606 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm SERVICE NOTES 31 SEARS OWNER S MANUAL MODEL NO 917 292360 IF YOU NEED REPAIR SERVICE OR PARTS FOR REPAIR SERVICE CALL THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER 1 800 4 REPAIR 1 800 473 7247 FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION AND ORDERING CALL
16. ART ENGINE in the Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline Remove fuel tank and clean d Make sure Spark plug wire is seated properly on plug Replace spark plug or adjust gap Make necessary adjustments Place throttle control in FAST position Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge Replace spark plug or adjust gap Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Make sure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug Make necessary adjustments Set depth stake and wheels for shallower tilling Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge Check oil levet change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Drain and clean fuel tank and rent and clean carburetor Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline Remove fuel tank and clean Connect and tighten spark plug wire 10 41 12 13 Clean engine air screen Ciean replace muffler Make necessary adjustments ee Contact an authorized Sears Service Center Department Check oil level change oil Clean engine air screen Clean cylinder fins air screen muffler area Remove and clean muffler Adjust carburetor to richer position Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil conditions Adjust wheels and depth stake Wait for more favorable
17. Although multi viscosity oils 5W 30 10W 30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F 0 C Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for 25 hours in one year CAUTION Petroleum solvents such as kerosene arenottobeusedtoclean cartridge They may cause deteriora tion of the cartridge Do not oil car tridge Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine Wes and after each five 5 hours of continuous use Add SAE CLEANER 30 motor oil or equivalent Tighten oil filler plug securely p CARTRIDGE each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 11 and 12 Determine temperature range expected betore oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG Be sure tiller is on level surface e Oil will drain more freely when warm FIG 13 Catch oil in a suitable container e Remove drain plug COOLING SYSTEM See Fig 14 e Tip tiller forward to drain oil Your engine is air cooled For proper engine performance After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and long life keep your engine clean and tighten securely e Cl
18. EQUIREMENTS Sears tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute FORWARD TINE CONTROL Engages tines in forward THROTTLE CONTROL Controls engine speed direction DEPTH STAKE Controls forward speed and the depth at CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine which the tiller will dig RECOIL STARTER HANDLE Used to start the engine aan vom OPERATION The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting FORESIGHT IS BETTER e or standard safety glasses HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER STOPPING See Fig 5 TINES Release forward tine control to stop forward move ment Release reverse tine control to stop reverse move ment ENGINE e Move throttle control to STOP position s Never use choke to stop engine TINE CONTROL OFF UP POSITION TINE CONTROL ON DOWN POSITION THROTTLE CONTROL FIG 5 TINE OPERATION See Fig 5 FORWARD Squeeze forward tine control to handle REVERSE s With forward tine control in OFF up position pull back and hold reverse tine control your tiller and while tilling We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacies TILLING 7 The speed and depth of tilling is regulated by the positio of the depth stake and wheel height The depth stake should always b
19. ERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug TILLER TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT See Fig 15 Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height Se lect handle height best suited for your tilling conditions Handie height will be different when tiller digs into soil es Ifahigherhandie heightis desired loosen the four nuts securing handle panel to engine brackets Slide handle panel to desired location Tighten the four nuts securely ENGINE BRACKETS HANDLE PANEL NUTS ALSO 2 ON LEFT SIDE OF TILLER 14 TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be assembled in several different ways to suit your tilling or cultivating needs A NORMAL TILLING 24 INCH PATH See Fig 16 H Ge holes A in tine hubs to holes B in tine shaft CAUTION Tines are sharp Wear gloves or other protection when han dling tines HAIRPIN CLIP INNER TINE FIG 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MiD WIDTH TILLING 22 INCH PATH See Fig 17 Assemble holes A in tine hubs to holes C in tine shaft FIG 17 NARROW TILLING CULTIVATING 12 3 4 INCH PATH See Fig 18 Remove outer tines INNER FINES ONLY FIG 18 NOTE When reassembling outer tines be sure right tine assembly marked R and left tine assembly marked L are mounted to correct side of tine shaft
20. NTAINERS USE CLEAN FILL FUNNELS FILL ENGINE WITH OIL See Fig 7 With engine level remove engine oil filler plug e Fill engine with oil to point of eve owt For SE mate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual e Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then re level Check oil level Refill to point of overflowing if neces sary Replace oil filler plug e For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual To change engine oil see the Customer Responsibili ties section of this manual FIG 7 ADD GASOLINE e Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and fead oxide deposits and reduce vaive life IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING WARNING Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage section
21. THIS TOLL FREE NUMBER 1 800 FON PART 1 800 366 7278 158213 1 20 97 TR Sears Roebuck and Co Ho CRAFTSMAN 5 0 HP 24 INCH TINE WIDTH FRONT TINE TILLER Each tiller has its own model number Each engine has its own model number The model number for your tiller will be found on a plate attached to the right hand engine bracket The model number for your engine will be found on the blower housing of the engine All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Roebuck and Co Service Center Department and most Retail Stores WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOW ING INFORMATION e PRODUCT FRONT TINE TILLER MODEL NUMBER 917 292360 ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 137202 TYPE NUMBER 0714 A1 gt PART NUMBER e PART DESCRIPTION Your Sears merchandise has added value when you consider Sears has service units nationwide staffed with Sears trained technicians profes sional technicians specifically trained to insure that we meet our pledge to you we service what we sell ffma n Estates IL 60179 U S A PRINTED IN THE U S A
22. TINE OPERATION CHECK See Fig 19 WARNING Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug to prevent starting while checking tine operation For proper tine operation tine control lever must be against control body and all slack rernoved from inner wire of control cable when control is in the OFF up position if lever and cable are loose loosen cable clip at lower end of cable Pull up on cable to remove slack without extending spring on end of cable and retighten cable clip FINAL CHECK OFF POSITION e With tine control OFF up push down on handie to raise tines off the ground Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines Tines should not rotate e ff tines rotate inner wire of control cable is too tight which is extending lower spring and engaging tines Loosen cable clip and push down on cable only enough to relieve spring tension Tighten cable clip e Recheck in OFF position and adjust if necessary FINAL CHECK ON POSITION e With tine control ON held down to handle push down on handle to raise tines off the ground e Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines Tines should rotate forward e If tines do not rotate inner wire of control cable is too loose Loosen cable clip and pul cable up to remove slack and retighten clip Recheck in ON position and adjust if necessary NOTE if ON position check required adjustment re
23. U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NUMBER 917 292360 TINE ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO NO NO 1 674A66 Tine Outer RH 4 674A63 Tine Inner LH 2 STD624008 Clip Hairpin 5 674A65 Tine Outer LH 3 674A64 Tine inner R H 6 4929H Pin Clevis 23 REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NUMBER 917 292360 TRANSMISSION om EN Ze Me e Sr EE at e d Fd E ng KE Pet IA ite i J 3 EF Th Hid en OS AT f dit Fa z d wry i t KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO NO NO NO 1 74760524 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Grade 2 15 STD541431 Nut Hex Keps 5 16 18 UNC 2 74780652 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 3 1 4 16 149091412 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 12 Gauge 3 STD551037 Washer 13 82 x 13 16 x11 17 19092016 Washer 9 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge 5 73800600 Locknut w washer 3 8 16 48 STD551125 Washer Lock 1 4 6 9056R417 Shield Tine 19 74610412 Bolt Hex 1 4 28 x 3 4 Grade 5 7 1949J Bracket Engine R H sl ee nthe Engine See Breakdown Briggs amp 8 110519X Bracket Engine L H Stratton Model No 137202 Type 9 STD551131 Washer Lock 5 16 0714 A1 10 STD541031 Nut Hex 5 16 18 11 74760544 Bolt Hex Head 5 16 18 x 2 3 4 NOTE Al component dimensions given in U S inches 12 151222 Transmission 1 inch 25 4 mm 14 9173R Spacer Split 24 REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NUMBER 917 292360 DECALS KEY PART NO NO 158094 158093 158005 158006 137539
24. anent damage may occur e Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer 18 ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean oil See ENGINE in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual CYLINDERS e Remove sparx plug e Pour 1 ounce 29 ml of oil through spark plug hole inte cylinder e Pull starter handle slowly several times to distribute oil e Replace with new spark plug OTHER Do not store gasoline from cne season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems e If possible store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Wi not start Hard to start Loss of power Engi
25. check OFF position adjustment to insure tines do not rotate when control is OFF up TINE CONTROL OFF POSITION TINE CONTROL ON POSITION SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE BELT GUARD See Fig 20 s Remove cap nut and washer from side of belt guard s Loosen do not remove tine shield nut on underside of tine shield and cap nut on top of belt guard e Pull belt guard out and away from unit Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure Be sure slot in bottom of belt guard is under head of tine shield bolt and all nuts are tightened securely CAP NUT CAP NUT AND WASHER BELT GUARD ENGINE PULLEY TO REPLACE V BELT See Fig 21 Replace V belt if it has stretched considerably or if it has cracks or frayed edges Belt guard must be removed to service belt See TO REMOVE BELT GUARD in this section of manual BELT REMOVAL Remove V belt from transmission pulley first and then from engine pulley BELT REPLACEMENT e install new V belt to engine pulley first then to transmis sion pulley Be sure belt is positioned on inside groove of WE pulleys inside all belt guides and rests on idler pulley CHECK TINE OPERATION es See TINE OPERATION CHECK in this section of manual REPLACE BELT GUARD BELT GUARD BOLT TRANSMISSION PULLEY SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR See Fig 22 The carburetor has a high speed fixed jet and ha
26. der Seal Oil Head Cylinder Gasket Cylinder Head Breather Assembiy Gasket Valve Cover Screw Breather Mounting Gasket Crankcase Standard 015 Gasket Crankcase 005 Thick Gasket Crankcase 009 Thick Screw Cylinder Head 2 3 32 Screw Cylinder Head 2 15 32 Plug ON Drain Crankshaft Key Woodruff Cover Assembly Crankcase Bushing Crankcase Cover Seal Oil Plug Oil Filler Plug Oil Fill Screw Cover Mounting Flywheel Magneto Key Flywheel Piston Assembly Standard Size Piston Assembly 010 Oversize Piston Assembly 020 Oversize Piston Assembly 030 Oversize Ring Set Piston Standard Size Ring Set Piston Standard Chrome Ring Set Piston 010 Oversize Ring Set Piston 020 Oversize Ring Set Piston 030 Oversize Lock Piston Pin Pin Assembly Piston Standard Pin Assembly Piston 005 Over Rod Assembly Connecting Rod Assembly Connecting 020 Undersize Crankpin Bore Dipper Connecting Rod Screw Connecting Rod Valve Exhaust Valve Intake Spring Intake Valve Spring Exhaust Vaive Guard Flywheel 29 KEY PART NG NO DESCRIPTION 40 93312 Retainer Intake Valve and Exhaust Spring 45 260642 Tappet Valve 46 212733 Gear Cam 52 273113 Gasket Carburetor Mounting 2 55 497442 Housing Rewind Starter 56 281504 Pulley Rewind Starter 57 263074 Spring Rewind Starter 58 280399 Rope Rewind Starter Cut to Required Length 59 396892 insert Starter Handle 60 393152 Handle Rewind
27. e below the wheels for digging it serves as a brake to slow the tillers forward motion to enable the tines to penetrate the ground Also the more the depth stake is lowered into the ground the deeper the tines will dig DEPTH STAKE See Fig 6 Adjust depth stake by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin Change depth stake to desired position Replace the clevis pin and hairpin clip e Fornormaltilling set depth stake at the second or third hole from the top WHEELS See Fig 6 Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin Change wheel position Replace the hairpin clip and clevis pin s Fornormal tilling set wheels at the second or third hole from the top HAIRPIN CLIP AND CLEVIS PIN HAIRPIN CLIP AND CLEVIS PIN OPERATION TRANSPORTING YOUR TILLER H CAUTION Before lifting or transport ing allow tiller engine and muffler to cool Disconnect spark plug wire Drain gasoline from fuel tank AROUND THE YARD e Tip depth stake forward until it is held by the stake spring e Push tiller handles down raising tines off the ground e Push or pull tiller to desired location AROUND TOWN e Disconnect spark plug wire Drain fuel tank e Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage BEFORE STARTING ENGINE IMPORTANT BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING OIL OR FUEL USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE IN APPROVED CLEAN COVERED CO
28. ean air screen frequently using a stiff bristled brush d pu ie plug Be careful not to allow dirt to Remove blower housing and ciean as necessary Refill engine with oil See CHECK ENGINE o Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff LEVEL in the Operation section of this manual CYLINDER FINS N BLOWER Sg Sg HOUSING AIR SCREEN MUFFLER FIG 12 13 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler Do not tamper with exhaust system Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard Inspect periodically and replace if necessary If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection Replace if damaged SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season or after every 50 hours of use whichevercomes first Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in PRODUCT SPECI FICATIONS on page 3 of this manual TRANSMISSION Yourtransmission is sealed and will only require lubrication if it is serviced CLEANING Clean engine wheels finish etc of all foreign matter Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your unit unless the muffler air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life S
29. er handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with other hand Pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of com pression cycle rope will pull slightly harder at this point Pull recoil starter handle quickly Do not let starter handle snap back against starter Repeat if necessary in half choked position e When engine starts slowly move choke control to RUN position as engine warms up NOTE A warm engine requires less choking to start Move throttle control to desired running position e Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging tines NOTE If at a high altitude 3000 feet or in cold tempera tures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO AD JUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual NOTE if engine does not start see troubleshooting points OPERATION SPARK PLUG CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL HANDLE FIG 8 BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER Break in your belt s pulleys and tine contro before you actuaily begin tilling Start engine tip tines off ground by pressing handles down and engage tine control to start tine rotation Allow tines to rotate for five minutes e Check tine operation and adjust if necessary See TINE OPERATION CHECK in the Service and Ad justments section of this manual TILLING HINTS CAUTION Until you are accustomed to A handling your tiller
30. ices in place Keep children and pets away e Donot overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing Never allow bystanders near the unit Use only attachments and accessories approved by R the manufacturer of the tiller such as wheel weights counterweights cabs and the like Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light Be careful when tilling in hard ground The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward f this occurs let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the machine MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Keep machine attachments and accessories in safe working condition Check shear pins engine mounting bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition e Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters clothes dryers and the like Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure Always refer to the operators guide instructions for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended period IMPORTANT CAUTIONS IMPORTANTS AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IMPORTANT USED TO ALERT YOU THAT
31. ier Arm 7 104213X Nut Cap 1 4 20 22 73350500 Nut Hex Jam 5 16 18 8 STD551025 Washer 9 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 23 73220400 Nut Fin Hex 1 4 20 9 131158X417 Guard Belt 24 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy Hic 1 4 10 72140405 Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x 5 8 25 109227X Pad Idler 11 9180R V Belt 26 130812 Pulley Engine 12 23230506 Screw Set Socket Headless 13 12000028 Ring Retainer STANDARD HARDWARE PURCHASE LOCALLY 14 151223 Pulley Transmission 15 110528X Bolt Belt Guard NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches t inch 25 4 mm 21 z H MOOOnN OOP Oh wok ok PART NO 9194R 74760520 STD523107 STD541031 STD551131 73800600 4921H 1952J 122233X 326J 74780628 REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NUMBER 917 292360 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION Pin Clevis Bolt Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Bolt Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 Nut Hex 5 16 18 Washer Lock 5 16 Locknut w washer 3 8 16 Clip Hairpin Support Depth Stake R H Stake Depth Pin Clevis Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 KEY PART NO NO 74760524 1951J 120958X 5388J 121117X 9188R STD551037 9190R STD541437 74760516 73800500 DESCRIPTION Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Grade 2 Support Depth Stake L H Washer Spring Stake Bolt Shoulder Wheel Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 11 Gauge Bracket Wheel Locknut Crown 3 8 16 Bolt Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 Locknut winsert 5 16 18 NOTE All component dimensions given in
32. ly Tighten nut A Depth stake must move freely If it does not loosen support boit 4 ENGINE BRACKET HALVES ST NUT A DEPTH STAKE SUPPORT STAKE SPRING e SUPPORT r BOLT HEX BOLTS LOCK WASHERS AND HEX NUTS FIG 3 HANDLE HEIGHT Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator See HANDLE HEIGHT in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual TILLING WIDTH Tiling width may be adjusted to better handle your tilling conditions See TINE ARRANGEMENT in the Service and Adjusimenis section of this manual TINE OPERATION Check tine operation before first use See TINE OPERATION CHECK in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference RT TANT EERSTEN CPP PET ACTA TREND SN I HOE IE PE II I I SERENE TTT PET TN IT ETI These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning amp oy em haa STOP O CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL OR WARNING ON OFF FORWARD TINE CONTROL CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL DEPTH STAKE TINE SHIELD RECOIL STARTER HANDLE FIG 4 MEETS ANSI SAFETY R
33. ne overheats Excessive bounce difficult handling Engine runs but tiller won t move Engine runs but labors when tilling CAUSE Qut of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Dirty air cleaner Water in fuel PON E Clogged fuel tank Loose spark plug wire Bad spark plug or improper gap Carburetor out of adjustment ODN Throttle control not set properly Dirty air cleaner Bad spark plug or improper gap Stale or dirty fuel Loose spark plug wire Carburetor out of adjustment DAPON x 1 Engine is overloaded 2 Dirty air cleaner 3 Low oil level dirty ait 4 Faulty spark plug 5 6 7 Oil in fuel Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel Clogged fuel tank Spark plug wire loose 10 Dirty engine air screen 11 Dirty clogged muffler 2 Carburetor out of adjustment Poor compression Low oil level dirty oil Dirty engine air screen Dirty engine Partially plugged muffler Improper carburetor adjustment we OP Ground too dry and hard Wheels and depth stake incorrectly adjusted Tine control is not engaged V belt not correctly adjusted V belt is off pulley s Tiling too deep Throttle contro not properly adjusted Carburetor out of adjustment 19 Dee Nt D OR ON a so NOOR ON a ow ono ON mo CORRECTION Fill fuel tank See TO ST
34. ot weeds and leave the ground in rough condition promoting no further growth of weeds and grass See Fig 10 FIG 10 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE amp S Cosmos vl WT TITIITI II REC e mM TT EE o rvetroins EE ME TT TT I EC TT TT Tf TTT TTT ER RR Td TT TT TT TT can ornepace ar Geaner Carm ge _ val Geer Engine cyincerrins WII TITI ITITI TI Replace Spark Plug Sia Reese eee II 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must main tain tiller as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need fo be made periodically to properly maintain your tiller All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check tines and belt for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air Gen mixture and help your engine run better and last onger BEFORE EACH USE Check engine o level s Check tine operation
35. r two 2 years from date of purchase when this Craftsman Tiller is maintained lubricated and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owners manual Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship This Warranty does not cover Expendable items which become worn during normal use such as tines spark plugs air cleaners and belts Repais necessary because of operator abuse or negligence including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owners manual s If this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes this Warranty applies for only thirty 30 days frorn the date of purchase WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN TILLER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO D 817WA HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ic fesccisssiscsesvescostaccrescesscidscsseasccdcsssnveceee 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ENEE 12 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES nnenes10000 gt 3 12 14 SERVICE amp ADJUSTMENTS ENN 14 17 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 0 sescsscsseressccnessesenneese 3 EEN 18 WARRANTY TE 3 TROUBLESHOOTING REENEN 19
36. rk Arrester essssesssenrererneresrsens 3 Replacement cccccseeeeeeee 15 Oil Change PE E EEST EA 13 Transmission El PIU oeeeerssseserrteerrseerssnens d s e o Maintenance sseseseeceeceeee 14 FANSMISSION c essssesersserrecseersens 14 Oik Pe Ge Repair Parts occ 24 OVE smile i D Ee 10 13 ee EE e Depth Stake Operation p diner dans EE 9 Cultivating EEN 11 W Repair Parts erer 22 Fil Fuel Tank intense 10 Starting Engine FO Warranty isn minis 3 E Stopping Tines amp Engine 0 9 Wheels bites TINO EE 9 Adiust t 9 Engine RH g S MOMS oi scettecdeccs herecusuetiges Ait Cleaner Tee Opin RE sian Cooling System Transporting Tiller 10 Fuel Type SE Winter Operation bien yee 13 Lubricate dG ET A eS Ol Level rain ACCESSORIES These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased They are also 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 ENGINE JE D HAIRPINCLIP Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY OPERATOR S POSITION See Fig 1 When right or left hand is mentioned in this
37. s been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be neces sary However minor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load if the carburetor does need adjustment proceed as follows The carburetor on this engine is low emission It is equipped with a non adjustable idle misture valve and an idle speed adjustment screw Only the idle speed screw is adjustable IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT Aircleaner assembly must be assembled to the carbu retor when making carburetor adjustments e Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes Make final adjustments with engine running at idle and tine control lever in OFF position e With throttle contro in SLOW positionrotate throttle linkage counterclockwise and hold against stop while adjusting idle speed adjusting screw to obtain 1750 RPM Release throttle linkage High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust or damage may result IMPORTANT NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING CONTACT YOUR NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS 17 THROTTLE LINKAGE THROTTLE STOP IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING SCREW FIG 22 STORAGE Immediately prepare your
38. tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more CAUTION Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure TILLER Clean entire tiller See CLEANING in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual e Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual Be sure that ail nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up ail rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE e Drain the fuel tank e Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Neveruse engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or perm
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