OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 536.797500 ■\"/M Caution: Read and Follow Al! Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment ■ № if :: n. Ri 32.8 cc 2-CYCLE 10 INCH DIAMETER TINES MINI TILLER/CULTIVATOR ® Assembly ® Operation ® Customer Responsibilities ® Service and Adjustments ® Repair Parts SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates 60179 U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES CAUTION; ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING-UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS 4 IMPORTANT CACcpy qjaIsidaRDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY YOUR MINITILLER/CULTIVATOR IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS DO NOT ATTEMPTTO DEFEATTHE FUNCTION QP THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. BEFORE USE ® Read the owner’s manual carefully.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman Mini tiller/culfivalor It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best pos sible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Center/Department. We have competent, welt-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit Please read and retain this manual.
TABLE OF rONTFNTS 1 a— a ^ 1 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS. ...........16-17 STORAGE........................... ............ ........... ..... 18 TROUBLE SHOOTING..................................... 19 REPAIR PARTS {MIN! TILLER/CULTIVATOR).......... ...........20-25 REPAIR PARTS (ENGINE).............. ...........26-29 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE........ .Back Cover SAFETY RULES ................................... . ........ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS...,,,.............. ....... 3 13-15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES....
CONTENTS OF HABDWARE PACK CONTENTS OF PARTS BAG (shown actual size) z> iiiMiiiii HiiMiHiiuiMmiimuniUiinuuimiui 1 - Tie Strap ; ........ f '■ ===@ ^ --------- J T:.. ............ f :../.......... -1 gjiiSSiSI ^................ .... n- .bi-_____ _ g~'~ b=d _____ _ ----------- * 'i 1 } [ImOTiTO» J ^ ...............I_ 2»Hand Grips VlllliJ ^ 2 - Curved Head Screws 2 -11/32 inch Ffatwashers 2-S/ 16' 1BHexNwis 2 - Formed {Curved) Washers ..
AQQPiiRI |L-, pMi d i— Y I A CAUTION; ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR EYE SHIELDS WHILE ASSEMBLING TILLER/ MINI TILLER/ CULTIVATOR.
ASSEMBLY ® Insert the right side lower handle section info the mouniirig channel between the tine shield and the engine casting {see Fig 3) Push the mounting screws through the tine shield. handle and approxi mately haft way into the engine casting Be sure a washer is on each mounting screw (see Fig 4) It may be necessary to rotate the lower handle to align the mounting holes.
ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL THE THROTTLE CONTROL ASSEMBLY @ Place a No 10 x 1-1/2 inch hex head screw down through the hole in the upper handle right side and attach the throttle control to the underside of the handle (see Fig, S), m Attach the throttle cable to the right lower handle by threading a tie strap through the hole in the lower handle and around the throttle cable on the outside o1 the handle.
OPERMIOW KNOW YOUR MINI TILLER/CULTIVATOR READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MINI TILLER/CULTIVATOR Compare the illustrations with your mini tiller/cultivalor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustmenfs Save this manual for future reference SEARS MINI TiLLER/CULTiVATOR conforms to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute B71 8 THROTTLE CONTROL - Controls the engine speed and the tine rotafion.
©PERÄTiOM The operation of this mini liller/cullivator can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating the mini tiller/cuitivator, We recommend standard safety glasses or Wide Vision Safety Mask for over your glasses. TO STOP MINI TILLER/CULTIVATOR CAUTION: GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE AND CAUTION MUST BE USED WHEN HANDLING OR STORING IT.
OPERATION the engine and iet it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions for additional information.
OPERATION TILLING HINTS ® Tilling is digging in, turning over and breaking up packed soil before planting. Loose unpacked soil helps root growth Best tilling depth is 4 to 6 inches, A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation. The decomposition of this vegetation matter enriches the soil.
CUSTOMIE3 RESPONSIBILITIES SERVICE RECORDS Fill in dates as you compiGte reguiar service SCHEDULE Before Each Use SERVICE DATES After Every Every Before first 2 25 75 Storage Hours Hours Hours Before Each Season Tighten All Screws and Nuts Lubricate Transmission Lubricate Tine Shaft Clean and Re-Oil Air Cleaner Fitter Check Spark Plug Cylinder Exhaust Ports Drain Fuel GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS # Check the condition of the felt washer in the side of Ihe transmissionatihelineshaU(seeF(g 9) Rep
CUSTOR/IER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE AIR CLEANER MAINTENANCE The air cteaner filter should be cleaned and reoiled atter every 25 hours of use Clean more often under dusty conditions IMPORTANT: THE ENGINE CAN BE WORN OUT IN A VERY SHORT PERIOD OF TIME IF DIRT OR GRIT IS ALLOWED TO EN TER THE ENGINE,, To clean the air filter, do the following: # Loosen screws on air cleaner cover (see Fig 10) and remove the cover.
eiJg l?£FONSIBiUTIES CLEANING Always remove the dirt and debris from the mini tiller/ cultivator after each use (see Fig, 11) Remove atiy string, wire or vegetation that may become lodged in the mechanism and stop the tine rotation Proceed as fol lows; ® Release the throttle control and move the shut-off switch to the OFF position, then disconnect the spark plug wire ® Remove the hairpin and clevis pin securing the tine(s) assemb ly to I he shaft and re move the tine (s) (see Fig 11) .
SE™CE AMD ADJUSTIIEMTS TINE REPLACEMENT FRONT VIEW The mini tilier/cultivator is ieft hand or right hand as viewed from the operator's position behind the unit All four tines on this unit are different and cannot be interchanged The tines must be properly installed as shown in figures 12 and 13 or the mint tilier/cultivator will not function property • 1 i'! Í i iLi CLEVtg PINS The outside tines may be removed to reduce the tilling width to about 7 inches, for working close around plants orinsmall area
SERVICE AMD ADJUSTMEWTS CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT A dirty air cleaner will cause the engine to run improperiy and/or smoke excessively. Be sure the air cleaner is clean before adjusting the carburetor.
STORAGE ENGINE CAUTION: NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS OR IN ENCLOSED, POORLY VENTILATED AREA WHERE FUMES I I Inn i| V V H FUEL I lUn I H Whrh * %iP M %mMAY I Vr Iwt Inn \tf f WI « REACH AN OPEN FLAME, SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE, WA' TER DRYER ETC f MMV HEATER * V winnv» I MW ICLOTHES l| 1— nnr ¥ c I %w Inn Inr I I I MM-I 1^ Inn I Mann IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENTGUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ES SENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE OR TA
TROUBLE SHOOT!WG TROUBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Difficult starting Staie fuel mixture Drain fuel tank Fll! with fresh mixture Check fuel mix chart and mix fresh fuel Too much oil in mixture Engine runs erraticaily Dirt in fuel tank or out of fuel Engine will not run at full speed Carburetor out of adjustment Clean fuei tank.
mMm OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. 536.797500 2-CYCLE 10 INCH DIAMETER TINERS MINI TILLER/CULTIVATOR 32.8CC Each CULTIVATOR has its own MODEL NUMBER found on the tine shield. Each ENGINE has its own MODEL NUMBER found on the BLOWER HOUSING. Always mention these MODEL NUMBERS when requesting service or Repair Parts for your CULTIVATOR. All parts may be ordered through any Sears, Roebuck and Company Service Centers and most Retail Stores.
