Craftsman 917.2933 owner manual engine performanceand longlife keep, Tiller

Models: 917.2933

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engine performanceand longlife keep

oInserttabson cover !nto slots in base

,_cnd tighten cover screws securely. 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

COOLING SYSTEM

Your engine is air cooled. For proper

engine performanceand longlife keep

your engine clean.

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

oRemove blower housing and clean as necessary,

Keep cylinderfinsfreeofdirtand chaff.

Blower

Housing

Air Screen

,_CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it

cannot come into contact with plug.

TILLER

TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT

Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions. Handle height will be dif- ferent when tiller digs into soil

°First loosen handle lock lever.

°Handle can be positioned at different settings between =HIGH" and "LOW" positions.

°Retighten handle lock lever securely after adjusting.

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 re- place if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection. Replace if dam- aged.

SPARK PLUG

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first° Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of this manual.

TRANSMISSION

Your transmission is sealed and will only

require lubricationif se_iced. __

CLEANING

° Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all

foreign matter.

oKeep 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.

Handle (High) Position

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:: '_-:__ Handle Lock Lever

Hand__

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Craftsman 917.2933 owner manual engine performanceand longlife keep, Tiller