Craftsman 917.29555 manual Custo IL ES, Engine

CUSTO PO IL ES

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Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine.

Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris.

Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns.

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ENGINE

LUBRICATION

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

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

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.........26;	6	30°	32° 40°		eo°	B0.	looo
°c .3oo	.2oo	4_"	G_	;o°		2oo	30" .oo

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

FIG. 18

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

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

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

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

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

oBe sure tiller is on level surfacer

°Oil wil! drain more freely when warm° = Catch oil in a suitable container_

oRemove drain plug.

o Tip tiller forward to drain oil

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

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

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

OIL LEVEL

AIR CLEANER (See Fig. 20)

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

•Loosen air cleaner screws, one on each side of cover. ° Remove air cleaner cover,

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

•Clean by tapping gently on a flat surface_

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

°Clean and replace cover. Tighten screws securely,

as kerosene, are notto be used to clean

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

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

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_AIR CLEANER

CARTRIDGE

FIG. 20

COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 21)

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

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

°Remove blower housing and clean as necessary.,

°Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.

CYLINDER FINS

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			HOUSING
MUFFLER	i _	j	AIR
			SCREEN
\OIL FILLER		)
PLUG

FIGo 19 15 FIG. 21