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Craftsman 944.362420 Owner's Manual

Rotary lawn mower 6.5 horsepower power-propelled 21" multi-cut
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181696 Rev. 6 05.16.02 BY
Owner's Manual
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.5 Horsepower
Power-Propelled
21" Multi-Cut
Model No.
944.362420
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual ROTARY LAWN MOWER 6.5 Horsepower Power-Propelled 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 944.362420 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8 181696 Rev. 6 05.16.02 BY Printed in U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Warranty

    Cover-Starter Gear contained in the owner’s manual. 693981 ؇ Gasket-Float Bowl 692352 Gasket-Starter Cover Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Power Mower to the nearest 690979 Key-Timing 696547 Harness-Wiring Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this...

  • Page 3: Slope Operation

    • Do not pull mower backwards unless BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE III. CHILDREN MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0225-E1 absolutely necessary. Always look Tragic accidents can occur if the operator down and behind before and while is not alert to the presence of children. moving backwards.

  • Page 4: Assembly / Pre-Operation

    • Grass catcher components are subject • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0225-E1 to wear, damage, and deterioration, Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and which could expose moving parts or use extra caution when servicing them.

  • Page 5: To Assemble Grass Catcher

    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0225-E1 TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER TO PREPARE BATTERY 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag NOTE: Your battery must be charged with rigid part of bag on the bottom. before you can start your lawn mower. Make sure the frame handle is outside 1.

  • Page 6: Know Your Lawn Mower

    OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product.

  • Page 7: Drive Control Adjustment

    Proceed as follows: The operation of any lawn 1. Turn unit off and disconnect spark mower can result in foreign plug wire from spark plug. objects thrown into the 2. Pull drive control lever ALL THE WAY eyes, which can result in BACK to the handle.

  • Page 8: To Convert Mower

    TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: REAR BAGGING • Lift rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame hooks onto the door pivot pins. •...

  • Page 9: Add Gasoline

    ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in Grass catcher quantities that can be used within 30 frame days to assure fuel freshness.

  • Page 10: To Stop Engine

    NOTE: In cooler weather it may be CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.362420 trash. See “CLEANING” in the Maintenance necessary to repeat priming steps. In section of this manual.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed MAINTENANCE to a Sears Service Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut – 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten uneven blade bolt. 2. Wheel heights uneven. 2. Set all wheels at same height.

  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CYLINDER • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt. 1. Remove spark plug. Serial Number: • Cover your unit with a suitable protec- 2. Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through tive cover that does not retain moisture.

  • Page 13: Lawn Mower

    GRASS CATCHER SAE VISCOSITY GRADES STORAGE • The grass catcher may be hosed with SAE 30 water, but must be dry when used. 5W-30 Immediately prepare your lawn mower for • Check your grass catcher often for storage at the end of the season or if the damage or deterioration.

  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    AIR FILTER SPARK PLUG TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT Your engine will not run properly and may Replace spark plugs at the beginning of 1. Remove drive cover. Remove belt be damaged by using a dirty air filter. each mowing season or after every 100 from gearcase pulley by pushing Replace the air filter every 100 hours of hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

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