Craftsman 917.2922 owner manual Cooling System, Lubrication, To Change Engine OIL, AIR Cleaner

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Disconnectsparkplugwire beforeper- formingany maintenance(exceptcarbure- toradjustment)to preventaccidentalstart- ingof engine.

°Refill engine with oil. See "FILL

ENGINE WITH OIL" in the Operation section of this manual.

Preventfires! Keeptheenginefreeof grass,leaves,spilledoil, or fuel Remove fuel fromtankbeforetippingunitfor main-

tenance. Cleanmufflerareaof allgrass, dirt,anddebri&

Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burn&

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

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

8AE VISCOSITY GRADES

0"

-20_o"2o"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICEPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

NOTE: 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 every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before start-

ing the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE 30 motor oi! or equivalent. Tighten oil filler

plug securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meetAPI service classification SF, SG or SH.

= Be sure tiller is on level surface.

o Oil will drain more freely when warm. o Catch oil in a suitable container.

o Remove drain plug.

o Tip tiller forward to drain oil.

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

. Remove oil filler plug Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine.

Oil Drain

Plug_

Oil Level

Oil Filter Plug

AIR CLEANER

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

o Loosen air cleaner screws, one on each side of cover.

o Remove air cleaner cover:

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

oClean by tapping gently on a flat sur- face.

o If very dirty or damaged, replace car- tridge.

o Clean and replace cover. Tighten screws ,_ceCUrely

AUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry car- tridgeo

Air

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..... Cover

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Clea_"-----_

 

Screw

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Air

 

 

Cleaner

Cartridge

COOLING SYSTEM

Your engine is air cooled, For proper

engine performance arid long life keep your engine clean°

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

• Remove blower housing and clean as

necessary_

o Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.

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Contents Front Fine Tiller Sears Craftsman Help LineLimited ONE Year Warranty on Craftsman Tiller SEARS, Roebuckand CO., D/817WA, Hoffman ESTATES, IL TrainingMaintenance and Storage OperationProduct Specifications Maintenance AgreementTiller Maintenance Customer ResponsibilitiesTools Required for Assembly Operators PositionUnpack Carton & Install HAN DLE Handle HeightTilling Width Tine OperationMeets Ansi Safety Requirements Tine Operation ForwardTilling ADD Gasoline Breaking in Your TillerStart Engine Cultivating Tilling HintsGround To slow down the tiller, press down on handles Lubrication Chart Schedule MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations AIR Cleaner EngineCooling System LubricationCleaning TillerTransmission Narrow Cultivating 12-1/2 Path Remove inner tinesEdging 9-5/8 Path To Remove Belt GuardStart engine and allow to warm for five minute Engine OIL CylindersFuel System OtherProblem CauseImproper gap Hard to startProblem Dirty engineCorrection Repair Parts Handle Assembly73680500 74760524Belt Guard and Pulley Assembly Wheel and Depth Stake Assembly KEY Part Description NO. noKEY Part Description Tine Assembly Tiller - Model Number Decals 163165Decal, Logo 635 Repair Parts 883 181 190A94387 9486294736 94904Description KEY Part Locknut,MufflerPage Page =orthe repair or replacement parts you need Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilioPara pedir servicio de reparacibn a domicilio