Craftsman Craftsman 917.29149, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil

Oil Pivot Points

Inspect Air Screen

Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler

Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge

Clean Engine Cylinder Fins

Replace Spark Plug

BEFORE EACH USEEVERY 25 HOURS

EVERY 5 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS

SERVICE DATES

1,2

2

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. 

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tiller does not cover 
items that  have been subjected to op-
 er a tor abuse or negligence.  To receive full 
value from the warranty, the operator must 
main tain tiller as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made 
periodically to properly maintain your tiller.
All adjustments in the Service and Ad just -
ments section of this manual should  be 
checked  at  least  once each season.
•   Once a year you should replace the 

spark plug, clean or replace air fi lter, 
and check tines and belts for wear.  A 
new spark plug and clean air fi lter as-
 sure proper air-fuel mixture and help 
your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1.   Check engine oil level.
2.   Check tine operation.
3.   Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See “LU BRI -
CA TION CHART”) . 

LUBRICATION CHART

1

  SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL

2

  Refer to Maintenance  “ENGINE” section

1

 Idler Arm

2

 Engine

1

 Tine Control