Craftsman Sears 944.603150 Owner's Manual

15.5 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

944.603150

SAME AS

944.603151

EXCEPT FOR

THE ENGINE

Important:

Read and fol low

all Safety Rules

and In struc tions

Be fore Op er at ing

This Equip ment

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

00011

15.5 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

6 SPEED TRANSAXLE

LAWN TRACTOR

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Service and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

02494

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Page 1 00011 OWNER’S MANUAL 02494 MODEL NO. 944.603150 SAME AS 944.603151 EXCEPT FOR THE ENGINE Important: 15.5 HP Read and fol low all Safety Rules ELECTRIC START and In struc tions Be fore Op er at ing 42" MOWER This Equip ment 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR •...
Page 2: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: •...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neu- • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades tral, you may lose control of the trac tor.
Page 4: Product Specifications
Owner’s Manual. 5. In Home service. Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Riding Equipment to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada.
Page 5 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Battery Steering Wheel (2) Hex Bolts (2) Keps Nut 1/4-20 1/4-20 x 3/4 Seat Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft Steering Sleeve (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet...
Page 6: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
Page 7 ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 3 and 4) INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) CAUTION: Do not short battery ter- mi nals by allowing a wrench or any Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. other object to contact both terminals •...
Page 8 ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the The tires on your tractor were overinﬂ ated at the factory tractor from the skid for shipping purposes.
Page 9: Operation
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. IGNITION FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF LOCKED UNLOCKED...
Page 10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH...
Page 11 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while op- erating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
Page 12 OPERATION NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying switch.
Page 13 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) MOWING TIPS When starting the engine for the ﬁ rst time or if the engine • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move for mance.
Page 14: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level...
Page 15: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY BLADE EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION FLAT WASHER If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”...
Page 16 MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 11 and 12) Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause Determine temperature range expected before oil change. the battery to “leak” power. All oil must meet API service classiﬁ cation SF-SJ. •...
Page 17 MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to BLOWER be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause de te ri o ra tion of HOUSING SCREWS the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pres sur ized air to clean cartridge.
Page 18: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20) secure with retainer springs. IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE • Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, with retainer spring.
Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED” (See Fig. 21) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. 1-1/2" BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOW ER”...
Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER ENGINE The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on PULLEY your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized CLUTCHING service center/department. IDLER TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS CENTER SPAN STA TION ARY...
Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - • Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. • Connect one end of the BLACK ca ble to the NEGA TIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.
Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO AD JUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 29 ) IDLE SPEED SCREW NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a lim- THROTTLE iter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits LEVER al lowed by the cap.
Page 24: Storage
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...
Page 25: Trou Ble Shoot Ing
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. Engine ﬂ ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air ﬁ...
Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven 1.
Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BLACK WHITE SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH WHITE BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK ATT'MENT CLUTCH GROUNDING (CLUTCH OFF) BLACK CONNECTOR HOUR METER (OPTIONAL)
Page 28: Repair Parts - Tractor
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 ELECTRICAL D .C...
Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Case Battery 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11"red 146147...
Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-Laser -lt.stlt_27...
Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X011 Dash STD533710 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel Dash Lh 172105X010 Panel Dash Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 185682X558 Hood 184921...
Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 DRIVE 52 30...
Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - - - Transaxle (See Breakdown) Peer- 71170764 Bolt Hex less 206-545C STD55143 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 154778...
Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering 175131 Axle Asm Welded LT/STL 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...
Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 140122 Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 121250X...
Page 37 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 181685 Decal Lower Dash 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 170563 Decal Warning 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 184899 Decal Craftsman 186918 Manual Owner's (English) 157140 Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr 186919 Manual Owner's (French) PART WHEELS & TIRES...
Page 38 B&S Model is 31C707-0230-E1 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170545 Control Throt /Ch 123487X Clamp Hose Blk 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 137040 Line Fuel 20" - - - - - - Engine (See Breakdown) 181654...
Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 MOWER LIFT 17 18 20 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION STD624008 Retainer Spring 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunger 173288 Link Front 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 105767X Pin Groove 175689 Trunnion Blk Zinc STD581062 E Ring...
Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 MOWER DECK 153 154 42_D_man-t-path_stlt_3.
Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42” STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC STD533107 Bolt RDHD SQNK 5/16-18 Unc x 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. STD624003 Retainer 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 137729 Screw, Thd.
Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.603150 PEERLESS TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Needle Bearing 5/8” 792073A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1 /4” 770128 Transaxle Case 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4”...

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