Operator's Manuam 4-Cycle CULTIVATOR / EDGER Model No. 316.29270.1 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manuam and fom_ow am_ safety rumes and operating instructions. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Visit our website: Estates, www.sears.com/craftsman P/N 769-00871A (10/04) PRINTED IN USA IL 60179, U.S.A.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Operating Instructions ...................... 11 2 Maintenance and Repair Instructions ........... 12 2 Cleaning and Storage ....................... 18 3 Troubleshooting 19 Know Your Unit ............................ 6 Specifications Assembly Instructions 7 CARB / EPA Warranty Information ............. 8 Parts List .................... Inside Back Cover Warranty ................................. Service Information .........................
Thepurposeof safetysymbolsis toattractyour attentionto possibledangers,Thesafetysymbols, andtheirexplanations, deserveyourcarefulattention andunderstanding. Thesafetywarningsdo notby themselves eliminate anydanger,Theinstructions or warningstheygivearenot substitutes for proper accidentprevention measures, SYMBOL i SYMBOL DANGER: Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
• Alwaysstoptheengineandallowittocoolbeforefilling thefueltank.Neverremove thecapofthefueltank,or addfuel,whentheengineishot.Neveroperatetheunit withoutthefuelcapsecurely in place.Loosenthefuel tankcapslowlytorelieveanypressure inthetank. • Addfuelina clean,well-ventilated outdoorareawhere therearenosparksorflames.Slowlyremove thefuel caponlyafterstoppingengine.Donotsmokewhile fuelingor mixingfuel.Wipeupanyspilledfuelfromthe unitimmediately. Alwayswipeunitdrybeforeusing. Movetheunitatleast30feet(9.
SAFETY AND _NTERNAT_ONAL SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning, or _ SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
STARTER ROPE WHEEL GRIP ADJUST BRACKET The starter rope gripisattachedtoan eyebo[tinthe The wheel adjustbracketisattachedto thetailpiece bracket,[tisused toadjustthewheels higheror tower. THROTTLE EDGER CONTROL Squeezing the throttle control speeds up the engine and engages the tines. Release the handle to stop the tines.
NOTE: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil [n order to avoid damage to the unit, refer to 0i/ and Fuel Information to put oH and gas in the crankcase before attempting to start it. Adjusting Tine Depth To adjust the wheel support bracket proceed as follows: 1. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug to avoid accidental starting. NOTE: Before setting up your cuHtivator / edger, disconnect the spark pHugwire from the spark pHugand ground to a stud on the engine. 2. Positioning 3.
WARNING: OVERFULUNG OUL CRANKCASE MAY CAUSE SERUOUS PERSONAL (NJURY. Check and maintain the proper oU (eve( in the crank case; it is important and cannot be overemphasized. Check the oU before each use and change it as needed. See Changing the 0#. 4-Cyde Recommeded OiJ Type the crankcase Using the proper is extremeHy type and weight important. of oU in Check the oU before each use and change the oU reguHaHy. Using incorrect or dirty oU can cause premature engine wear and faUure.
Recommended FuemType OMfueHis the primaryreasonfor improper unit performance.Besureto usefresh, cHean, unHeaded gasoHine. Fueling NOTE:Thisisa fourcycleengine, In order 2. to avoid damage to the unit, do not mix oil with gasoline. Definition of Blended Fuels Today's fueHsare often a Mend of gasoHine and oxygenates such as ethanoH, methanoH or MTBE (ether). AHcohoH-Mended fueHabsorbs water. As HittHeas 1% water in the fueHcan make fueHform acids when stored.
WARNING: ON (J)\_ Operatethisunitonly ina well-ventilated outdoorarea,Carbon monoxide exhaustfumes can be lethal ina confinedarea. WARNING: \ OFF (0) Avoid acddental starting. Make sure you are in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 12). To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be in a stable gosition while starting. Starting instructions 1. Check the oil level in the crankcase. Checking the Off Level 2. Fig.
Operating Tips WARNmNG: Dress propedy to reduce the riskof unjury when operating this unit. Do not wear loose clothing orjeweky. Wear eye and ear/hearing protection. Wear heavy long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear short pants, sandals or operate barefoot. 1. Move the cultivator to the work area prior to starting the engine. Transport the cultivator by pushing it on wheels or carrying it by the handle center tube.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the tame. These procedures shouid aBo be a part of any seasonai tune-up. NOTE: Maintenance, repiacemenb or repair of the emission controi devices and system may be performed by any non-road engine repair estaMishment, individuai or authorized service deabr. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require speciai toois or skills.
Checking the OimLevem Changing , To prevent extensive • engine wear and damage to the unit, always maintain the proper oil level in the crankcase. Never operate the unit with the oil level below the bottom of the dipstick. The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil before each use: 1. Stop the engine and ailow oil to drain into the crankcase. 2. Place the unit on a fiat, level surface to get a proper oil level reading. 3.
Air Filter Maintenance 4, Apply enough clean SAE 30 motor oil to lightly coat the filter (Fig. 21). Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. it is an important item to maintain. Faiiure to maintain the air fiiter will[ VOmD the warranty. WARNING: To serious personal injury, always turn the unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it. / 1. Open the air filter cover.
Adjustldme SpeedScrew Rocker WARNmNG: Thisunitneeds to run duringidHe speed adjustment, Wear protective cHotMng and observe aHH safety instructions to prevent serious personaH injury, Arm Cmearance This requires disassembly of the engine. If you feel unsure or unquaHified to perform this, take the unit to an authorized service center. NOTE: Inspect the valve to rocker arm clearance with a feeler gauge after the first 10 hours of operation and then every 25 hours of operation thereafter.
3. Disconnect the spark pHugwire. 4. Adjusting Rocker Arms CHean dirt from around the spark pHug. Remove the spark pHugfrom the cyHinder head by turning a 5/8 in. socket counterclockwise. Nuts iNTAKE 5. Remove the engine cover. NOTE: To ease engine cover removal pull the starter rope out a [ittHeto give some shack. 6. EXHAUST CHean dirt from around the rocker arm cover. Remove the screw hoHding the rocker arm cover with a [arge flat Made screwdriver or Torx T-25 bit (Fig. 25).
Repmacing the Spark Plug Use a replacement part number 180852 spark plug. The correct air gap is 0.025 in. (0.655 mm.). Remove the plug after every 25 hours of operation and check its condition. Spark Arrestor Maintenance 1. Remove the muffler cover. See Rocker Arm Clearance. 2. With a flat blade screwdriver or Torx T-20 bit, remove the screw attaching the spark arrestor cover to the muffler (Fig. 29). 1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
Cleaning the Unit WARNmNG: To avoid eriou personal injury, always turn the unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or perform any maintenance on it. Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit and to keep the air vents free of obstructions. Do not use strong detergents or petroleum based cleaners, such as kerosene. Some household cleaners contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon that can damage the plastic housings or handles. Wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth.
CAUSE ACTION Empty fueHtank Fill fueHtank with new fueH Primer buHbwasn't pressed enough Press primer buHbfully and sHowly 10 times is flooded Use starting position with the starting lever in Position 3 OHdfueH Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel FouHed spark pHug Replace or clean the spark plug Mugged spark arrestor Clean or replace spark arrestor CAUSE ACTION Air fiHteris pHugged Replace or cleantheairfilter OHdfueH Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel Improper carburetor adjustment Adjust
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ENGmNE PARTS - MODEL 4-CYCLE SEARS CULTIVATOR GAS CULTIVATOR Part Numbers On FollowingPage @ @ ® E23
ENGINE PARTS 4-CYCLE - MODEL PaR No.
LOWER CULTIVATOR PARTS - MODEL SEARS CULTIVATOR 4-CYCLE GAS CULTIVATOR If you have 24A Carburetor from the Engine Parts pages, of this parts list, then your replacement Throttle Cable will be 5A. If you have 24B Carburetor from the Engine Parts pages then your replacement Throttle Cable will be 5B, Item 1 2 3 4 5A 5B 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Part No.
California / EPA Emission Control Warranty Your Warranty Rights and Obligations Statement The California Ak Resources Board, EPA (Envkonmentd Protection Agency), and Sears are pleased to explain the emission Control System Warranty on your 2000 and later small off-road engine. In California and the 49 states, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state's stringent anti-smog standards.
