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Sears CRAFTSMAN 944.600811 Owner's Manual

22.0 hp electric start 46" mower automatic lawn tractor
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.600811
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
22.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
46" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts

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  • Page 1 Read and follow ELECTRIC START all Safety Rules 46" MOWER and Instructions Before Operating AUTOMATIC This Equipment LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8...

  • 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 THROWING 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 Look for this symbol to point out important machine if anyone enters the area. safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! •...

  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    LIMITED TWO (2) YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TRACTOR (RIDING EQUIPMENT) For two (2) 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.
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer Steering 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Wheel Insert (1) Knob Battery Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension Mower (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Keps Nuts 1/4-20 (2) Front Link Assemblies Blades (3) Mulch Blades (3) Retainer Springs (4) Retainer Springs...

  • 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 • Lift hood to raised position. • Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec- SEAT tive caps and discard. SEAT PAN • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) SHOULDER BOLT charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Fig. 5) I M P O R T A N T : F O R S H I P P I N G P U R P O S E S , T H E MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR NOTE: If you installed the mulching blades you will need to install MOWER.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT • Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension. (See Figs. 6 and 7) • Raise mower to highest position. Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension • Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO ADJUST GAUGE arms are raised with attachment lift control.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:  All assembly instructions have been completed.  No remaining loose parts in carton.  Battery is properly prepared and charged.

  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL...
  • Page 12 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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT LIGHT IGNITION CLUTCH SWITCH SWITCH...
  • Page 13 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in with slopes greater than 15°...
  • Page 15 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START” position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start •...
  • Page 16 OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing CAUTION: Never engage or disengage performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in freewheel lever while the engine is run- the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. ning.

  • Page 17: Maintenance Schedule

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION 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 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BATTERY SAE VISCOSITY GRADES Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. 5W-30, 10W-30 •...
  • Page 20 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES KNOBS AIR SCREEN COVER CARTRIDGE FOAM PRE-CLEANER OIL FILL CAP/DIPSTSICK DRAIN PLUG FIG. 17 FIG. 16 ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.

  • Page 21: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT SUSPENSION ARM MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 24) - • Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake. • Remove screws from L.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. LIFT LINK •...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT rotate freely. (See Fig. 27) • Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For sway-bar bracket.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY direction it is trying to creep. (See Fig. 30) • Tighten adjustment bolt securely. • Start engine and test. CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate •...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 31) Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not • Raise hood. operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or •...

  • Page 26: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the • If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with ENGINE gasoline in the tank inside a building...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    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 flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter.
  • Page 28 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 corrected, contact an authorized service center/ seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE STARTER AMMETER WHITE (OPTIONAL) BLACK WHITE WHITE BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION BLACK SWITCH BLACK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) PTO (DISENGAGED) GREEN GREEN OPERATOR PRESENCE HOUR BLACK BLUE...

  • Page 30: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 ELECTRICAL D .C...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 7603J Tray Battery 145211 Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 x 7.5 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis 169061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 164095 Dash STD533710 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 167203 Panel Dash Lh 167202 Panel Dash Rh 161023X558 Hood Asm Pnt YTGT 162026 Plate Battery STYT 19131312...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 DRIVE 19 24...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle (See Breakdown) 140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive Hydro Model 314-0510 169691 Keeper, Center Span 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust Stlt 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 137140 Clutch Elect...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel Steering 154427 Axle Asm STMP Dropped 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 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 121249X Spacer Split 28x .88 Zinc 19131610...
  • Page 39 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 106202X Reflector Tail Light Red/Amber 164657 Decal Brake/Clutch Stlth EF 138047 Decal Battery Diehard Sears 160397 Decal V-Belt Schematic 171700 Decal Hood RH 163206 Decal Fender Auto 171701 Decal Hood LH 164065 Decal Strng Whl Domed Prem Srs.
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 164067 Control, Throttle - - - - - - - Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs Model 407777-0121-E3 149723 Muffler, Asm. Twin Lo-Tone 160589 Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 RH 159955 Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 LH 150176 Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 162797...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 MOWER LIFT 17 18 20...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159461 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunger 159476 Shaft Asm Lift 138284 Pin Groove STD581062 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk .629 ID 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156948 Deck Weldment Mower 46 144945 Anchor, Spring Deck 46" 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 17490628 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Tytt STD624008 Retainer Spring STD551037 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170408 Rotor, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142882 Puck Plate 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 142887...

  • Page 48: Repair Parts - Engine

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E3 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1019 LABEL KIT 1026 1026A 865A 447A 447A 1017 1024 1013 1027 1035 1033 VALVE OVERHAUL KIT 865B 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E3 1022 1022 1029 1029 1100 1100 1023 1022 1023A 1022 REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 187A 1169 1128 121 CARBURETOR KIT 1128 552A 1124...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E3 1005 1119 1006 358 GASKET SET 1090 1051 1022...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690231 Cylinder Assembly 499811 Carburetor Overhaul Kit 499585 Bushing-Cylinder 690952 Spacer-Carburetor 391086 • Seal-Oil 499804 Carburetor 690069 Sump-Engine 690993 Valve-Throttle 499587 Head-Cylinder No.
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600811 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0121-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691011 Adapter-Air 690966 Wrench-Spark Plug 691012 Cover-Air Guide 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump) 865A 691014 Cover-Air Guide 808656 Pump-Fuel 865B 691015 Cover-Air Guide 690442...
  • Page 53 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 56 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 174764 Rev. 5 5.30.01 RH/TR/RD...

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