Background
The Craftsman Tiller 917.291480 is a garden tool that is used for tilling soil in residential gardens and small farms. It is equipped with a 5.0 HP Briggs & Stratton engine and has a tilling width of 24 inches. The tiller is fueled by unleaded gasoline and has a fuel capacity of 3 quarts. The oil capacity is 20 oz and the type of oil used varies depending on the temperature.
The tiller also has several features that can be adjusted according to the user's needs. These include a rear-mounted counter-rotating tines, adjustable tilling width, adjustable handle height, and a front-mounted depth stake. The tiller is started using a recoil starter and is controlled using a choke lever, throttle control, tine engagement lever, and depth stake. Regular maintenance of the tiller includes changing the engine oil, inspecting or replacing the spark plug, cleaning or replacing the air filter, lubricating the tine control and idler arm with motor oil, and checking or adjusting the tine operation, belts, and fasteners.
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: 917.291480
- Product Type: Tiller
- Engine: 5.0 HP Briggs & Stratton Intek 126402 model
- Displacement: 190cc
- Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline
- Fuel Capacity: 3 Quarts
- Oil Type: SAE 30 above 32°F, SAE 5W-30 below 32°F
- Oil Capacity: 20 oz
- Tine Width: 24 inches
- Tilling Depth: Up to 6 inches
- Weight: Approximately 90 lbs
Warranty
The Craftsman Tiller 917.291480 includes a 1-year limited warranty. This warranty is specifically applied to cover any defects in the materials used or the workmanship of the product under non-commercial use. However, the warranty does not apply to normal wear items such as tines, belts, air filters, and spark plugs. To claim the warranty, one would typically need to contact the manufacturer or the store where the product was purchased, providing proof of purchase and explaining the issue in detail. It's also advisable to check the product manual or the manufacturer's website for specific instructions on warranty claims.