Table Of Contents; Warranty; Safety Rules - Craftsman 944.362490 Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty ................................................. 2
Safety Rules ........................................ 2-4
Assembly/Pre-Operation ........................ 4
Operation ............................................. 5-9
Maintenance Schedule ........................ 10
Maintenance ................................... 10-13

WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN POWER MOWER
For Two years from date of purchase Sears Canada, Inc. will repair or replace at Sears
option free of charge parts which are defective as a result of material or workmanship.
COMMERCIAL OR RENTAL USE:
Warranty on Power Mower (Gas) will be ninety (90) days from date of purchase if used
for commercial or rental purposes.
This Warranty does NOT cover:
• Pre-delivery set-up.
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as rotary mower
blades, blade adapters, belts, air cleaners and spark plug.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent
crankshafts and the failure to maintain the equipment according to the instructions
contained in the owner's manual.
Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Power Mower to the nearest
Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this
product is used in Canada.
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit legal
rights you may have but shall run concurrently with applicable provincial legislation.
Furthermore, some provinces do NOT allow limitation on how long an implied warranty
will last so the above limitations may not apply to you.
SEARS CANADA, INC., TORONTO, ONTARIO M5B 2B8

SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it cannot
contact spark plug in order to prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs.
CAUTION: Muffler
and other engine parts become extremely
hot during operation and remain hot after
engine has stopped. To avoid severe
burns on contact, stay away from these
areas.
Product Specifications .......................... 11
Service and Adjustments ...................... 13
Storage ........................................... 14-15
Troubleshooting ................................... 16
Repair Parts .................................... 18-23
Parts Ordering ....................... Back Cover
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting. Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the machine before
starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the
discharge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible individuals,
who are familiar with the instructions, to
operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc.,
which could be picked up and thrown
by the blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other
people before mowing. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
• Do not operate the mower when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
2 Always wear substantial foot wear.
HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE
CYLINDER BARREL
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 5579982 Cylinder Assembly
2 2399780 Clip, Valve Guide
3 5579990 Cover, Head
4 5580006 Cover Comp., Breather
5 0636845 Bolt, Flange (6 x 12)
6 0803619 Bolt, Flange (6 x 14)
7 5581038 Oil Seal 25.4 x 62 x 6
8 1441112 Spark Plug (BPR6ES NGK)
CRANKSHAFT
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 5580030 Crankshaft Comp. (N1-Type)
5 5581012 Washer Thrust
AIR CLEANER
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 5580154 Tube, Breather
2 5580402 Element, Air Cleaner
3 5581410 Case Assembly, Air Cleaner
5 5664560 Gasket, Air Cleaner
6 5580444 Cover, Air Cleaner
7 5580964 Bolt, Flange (6 x 86)
8 2374742 Bolt, Flange (6 x 14)
OIL PAN
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 5579974 Pan Assembly, Oil
2 4497947 Gasket, Oil Filler Cap
4 5580261 Shaft Comp., Governor Holder
5 5580279 Governor Assembly
6 5580287 Weight, Governor
7 5580295 Holder, Governor Weight
8 1427244 Pin, Governor Weight
9 1427251 Slider, Governor
10 5580303 Shaft, Governor Arm
11 0803619 Bolt Flange (6 x 14)
12 0748111 Bolt, Flange (6 x 25)
13 2413862 Washer, Thrust 6mm
14 2456697 Clip, Governor Holder
15 5581046 Oil Seal (28 x 41.25 x 6)
16 0345900 Washer, Plain, 6mm
17 0115527 Pin, Lock, 8mm
18 1417369 Pin, Dowel (8 x 20)
19 5722996 Gauge Assembly, Oil Level
MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-A1AE
PISTON CONNECTING ROD
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 5580014 Piston
2 1426576 Pin, Piston
3 5580022 Rod Assembly, Connecting
4 1431055 Bolt, Connecting Rod
5 2605517 Clip, Piston Pin 13mm
6 5655949 Ring Set, Piston (Riken)
6 5655956 Ring Set, Piston (Teikoku)
RECOIL STARTER
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 5597869 Starter Assy., Recoil,
NH1, Long Rope, Black
2 5580634 Knob, Recoil Starter
3 5580642 Rope, Recoil Starter
4 2866341 Nut, Flange, 6mm
MUFFLER
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 5580485 Muffler Comp.
2 5580501 Protector, Muffler
3 5580972 Bolt, Flange (6 x 79) CT200
4 0636845 Bolt, Flange (6 x 12)
5 5737457 Gasket, Muffler (Optional)
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