Craftsman 917.29332 owner manual Problem Cause

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PROBLEM

 

CAUSE

Engineoverheats

1. Lowoillevel/dirtyoil.

 

2. Dirtyengineairscreen.

 

3. Dirtyengine.

 

4. Partiallypluggedmuffler.

 

5. Impropercarburetor

 

 

adjustment.

Excessivebounce/

1. Groundtoodry and hard.

difficulthandling

 

 

 

2.

Depth stake

 

 

incorrectly adjusted.

Soilballsup or

1.

Ground too wet.

clumps

 

 

Enginerunsbut

1.

"line controlis not engaged.

tillerwon'tmove

2.

V-belt not correctly adjusted.

 

3.

V-belt is off pulley(s).

Enginerunsbut

1.

Tilling too deep.

laborswhentilling

 

 

 

2. Throttle control not propedy

 

 

adjusted.

 

3.

Carburetor out of adjustment.

Tinesskipover

1.

Drag Stake not lowered in

ground

 

forward rotating till mode.

 

2.

Improper filling mode.

CORRECTION

1.Check oil level/change oil.

2.Clean engine air screen.

3.Clean cylinderfins, air screen, muf tier area.

4.Remove and clean muffler.

5.Adjust carburetor to richer posi tion.

1.Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil conditions.

2.Adjust depth stake.

1.Wait for more favorable soil condi tions.

1.Engage tine control.

2.Inspect/adjustV-belt.

3.Inspect V-belt.

1.Set depth stake for shallower till ing.

2.Check throttle controlsetting.

3.Make necessary adjustments.

1.Lower Drag Stake

2.FonNard rotatingtine drive should only be used for soft ground or for soil that has already been tilled.

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Contents Craftsman Preparation SEARS, Roebuckand CO., D/817WA, Hoffman ESTATES, IL TrainingOperation Maintenance and StorageProduct Specifications Maintenance AgreementRJ19LM Customer ResponsibilitiesOperators Position Tools Required for AssemblyFront Left RightViewed from R,H. Side of Tiller Install HandleRemove Tiller from Crate Connect Shift RODCheck Tire Pressure Handle HeightKnow Your Tiller Meets Ansi Safety RequirementsStopping HOW USE Your TillerTines Drive EngineCultivating TurningOuter Side Shields To TransportTilling Hints To Start Engine0101010 0101010 0101010 Tine Shear PinsLubrication Chart To Service Cartridge To Service PRE-CLEANEREngine Lubrication To Change Engine OILCleaning To Adjust Handle HeightMuffler Spark PlugTo Remove Wheel Tire CareTo Remove Belt Guard To Replace Ground Drive BeltTine Replacement To Adjus T Carburetor EngineFuel System TillerEngine OIL CylindersProblem CauseCorrection Problem Cause KEY Part Description HandlesMAINFRAME, Left Side KEY PartDescription MAINFRAME, Right Side KEY Part DescriptionStandardhardware - Purchaselocally KEY Part NO. NO. Description TransmissionTineshield Tine Assembly Decals Label KIT Ownersmanual ENGINE, Briggs & Stratton - Model Number 121432, Type no -E1 55A +++t Gasket SET Carburetor Gasietset Carburetor KIT 11098A 493280 Screws Idle Speed 690960 Screw, Blower Housing 305B 692557 Sears