2 Safety Rules .............................................. 2 Product Specifications .......................... 4 Assembly ................................................ 5 Operation ......................................... 3 & 8 Maintenance ......................................... I3 Service and Adjustments ....................... 15 Storage .......................................... 3 & 19 Troubleshooting .................................... 20 Illustrated Parts List .............................. 22 Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TILLER For two (2) years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Tiller is maintained, lubri cated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship. This Warranty does not cover: o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as tines, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts. ,, Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owner's manual. o If this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warrant.v, applies for only thirty (30) days from the date of purchase. Warranty service is available by returning the craftsman power mower to the nearest sears service center/department in the united states. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the united states. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND COo, D/817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179 TRAINING • Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. o Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction° = Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets. PREPARATION ° Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects. ° Disengage al! clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine (mo tor). ° Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate outer garments. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces. ° Handle fuel wi[h care; it is highly flammable. ° Use an approved fuel container. ° Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine. o Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors. ° Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting. • Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors. ° Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except where specifically recommended by manufacturer). 2 OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE o Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. ,, Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravet drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers. o After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller. o Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. ° If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. ° Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating position. • Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended. Disengage the tines, shift into neutral, and stop the engine. ,, Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cord on electric motors. o Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are dangerous. o Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place. , Keep children and pets away. • Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate. ° Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing. • Never allow bystanders near the unit. ° Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the tiller. • Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light. ° Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward. If this occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the machine. o Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe working condition. o Check shear pins, engine mounting b...