• Sears Craftsman Front Tine Tiller Manual

Many users look to the Craftsman brand by Sears for sturdy tillers they can count on when preparing soil for the growing season. Over time, the tines may malfunction or fail to turn entirely, leaving the ground hard and clumpy after each pass. Follow these easy repair and maintenance tips to get your Craftsman tiller back in the field. Inspect the Depth Stake An important step in is ensuring that the stake is not set too deep, which can put stress on the tines and keep them from working properly. Adjust the throttle after setting the stake for shallow tilling, and take the tiller for a test run.

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Replace the Clevis Pin If the tines hit a fixed object during tilling, the clevis pin breaks off to safeguard the engine. Remove the tine shields to check the clevis pin. Browse for a replacement if it is broken.

Check the Tines A tiller's tines become sharp, narrow and short with extended use, which can lead to shallow tilling and poor performance. Remove a worn tine by unscrewing the tine shields, removing the cotter pin and clevis pin, and sliding the old tine off the shaft. Apply a thin coat of oil before installing the new tine so the sharp edge reaches the soil first.

To maximize tilling efficiency inspect the tines after every 30 hours of tilling and before each season. Complete simple repairs on your Craftsman tiller using high-quality replacement parts from Sears PartsDirect to keep more change in your pocket for bigger repairs. To find a specific part for your tiller, choose your model from the list above, click the chat button, or call 1-800-252-1698.

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Assembly. Operation. Maintenance.

Espaol. Repair Parts CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears, Roebuck and Co. Hoffma Estates, IL 60179 Visit our Craftsman website:www.seam, TILLER comcraftsman. Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warranty applies for only thirty (30) days from the date of purchase. Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Tiller to the nearest Sears ser- vice center/department in the United States.

This warranty applies only while this prod- uct is in use in the United States. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. Always refer to the operator's guide instructions for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended peri- A.CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot. These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. Able at most Sears Retail outlets and Service Centers.

Repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your tiller. ENGINE s °lu 4°sc TILLER MAINTENANCE. Your new tiller has been assembled factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. Ensure safe and proper operation tillre all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tight- heSS. Insert plastic cable clip into hole in han- dle column.

Route fine control cable through plastic cable clip on handle column. Cut away carton.: Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid. Remove tiller from skid by pulling back- wards. Tine Tine Control Cable.,= I l ENNE FAST SLOW CHOKE Choke Control Institute. DEPTH STAKE - Controls forward speed and the depth at which the tiller will dig. RECOIL STARTER start the engine. OPERATING YOUR of vari- with the prod- :', o FUEZ Control 'Nnes.

The depth stake should always be below the wheels for digging. It serves as a brake to slow the tiller's 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. Place throttle control in 'FAST' position.

Move choke control to full 'CHOKE' position. Grasp recoil starter,handle one hand and grasp tiller handle with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point). Tilling is digging into, turning over, and breaking up packed soil before planting. Loose, unpacked soil helps root growth.

Best tilling depth is 4' to 6'. A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegeta- tion.

The decomposition of this veg- etable matter enriches the soil. I - Changemoteoftenwhenoperag underiI heavyloadoin highambient t emperatures. 2 - Settee me oflm ',ten opemln9in dity of 'J,ycontons. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to opera- tor abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tiller as instructed in this manual. Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for 50 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start- ing the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Cylinder Fins Muffler 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 place if necessary.

If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen. NARROW TILLING/CULTIVATING 12-3/4' PATH. Remove outer tines. Inner Tines Only NOTE: When reassembling outer tines, be sure righ t tine assembly (marked 'R') and left tine assembly (marked =L') are mounted to correct side of tine shaft.

Sears Craftsman Front Tine Tiller Manual

TINE OPERATION CHECK ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire. Be sure belt is positionedon inside grooveof both pulleys,insideall belt guidesand restson idler pulley. CHECKTINE OPERATION. See 'TINE OPERATION CHECK' in this section of manual.

REPLACE BELT GUARD Belt Guide Engine Idler Pulley ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TILLER. Clean entire tiller (See 'CLEANING' the Maintenance section of this manual). Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement. PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel, Engine not 'CHOKED' properly.

Engine flooded. Dirty air cleaner. Water in fuel. Clogged fuel tank. Loose spark plug wire. Bad spark plug or improper gap. Carburetor out of adjust- ment.

Hard to start Throttle control not set properly. Wheels and depth stake incorrectly adjusted. Soilballsupor 1.

Ground too wet. Clumps Enginerunsbut 1. Line control is not engaged, tiller won't move 2. V-belt not correctly adjusted. V-belt is off pulley(s). Enginerunsbut 1.

Tilling too deep. Laborswhentilling 2. Throttle control not properly adjusted.