Craftsman 944.367521 Owner's Manual
Craftsman 944.367521 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 944.367521 Owner's Manual

Rotary 625 series briggs & stratton engine power-propelled 21 multi-cut

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ROTARY LAWN MOWER
625 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine
Power-Propelled
21" Multi-Cut
Model No.
944.367521
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and In struc tions
before operating this equipment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual ROTARY LAWN MOWER 625 Series Briggs & Stratton Engine Power-Propelled 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 944.367521 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and In struc tions before operating this equipment Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    • In-home service. 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 prod- uct is used in Canada.
  • Page 3 • Do not operate the mower when bare- DO NOT: foot or wearing open sandals. Al ways • Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or wear substantial foot wear. embankments. The operator could lose • Do not pull mower backwards unless footing or balance.
  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    • Never overfi ll fuel tank. Replace gas • Stop and inspect the equipment if you cap and tighten securely. strike an object. Repair, if nec es sary, before restarting. • Never attempt to make wheel height V. GENERAL SERVICE adjustments while the engine is running.
  • Page 5: Assembly/Pre-Operation

    ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION Read these instructions and this manual in Operator MOWING its entirety before you attempt to assemble presence POSITION or operate your new lawn mower. control bar IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped LIFT WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
  • Page 6: Operation

    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 The operation of any lawn mower 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 lawn mower or performing any ad just ments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 8 1. Be sure lawnmower is level. 2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fi ll spout. 3. You receive a container of oil with the unit. Slowly pour the entire container down the oil fi ll spout into the engine. NOTE: Initial oil fi ll requires only 18 oz. due to residual oil in engine from the manufacturers 100% quality testing.
  • Page 9 TO STOP ENGINE • Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of grass clippings and chaff. • To stop engine, release operator pres- This will help engine air fl ow and extend ence con trol bar. engine life. TO START ENGINE MULCHING MOWING TIPS NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the...
  • Page 10: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH EACH 25 HOURS STORAGE HOURS OR SEASON HOURS Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower **** Clean under Drive Cover *** Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade Lubrication...
  • Page 11 LAWN MOWER NOTE: Remove the blade adapter and check the key inside hub of blade adapter. Always observe safety rules when per- The key must be in good con di tion to work form ing any main te nance. properly. Replace adapter if damaged. TIRES TO REPLACE BLADE •...
  • Page 12 GRASS CATCHER 2. Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. • The grass catcher may be hosed with 3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown water, but must be dry when used. and drain oil into a suitable container. •...
  • Page 13: Service And Adjustments

    Back plate CLEANING IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep mower housing free of built-up grass and trash. Clean the underside of your mower after each use. CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. •...
  • Page 14 TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT Mowing Mowing position position 1. Place new drive belt in engine pulley and belt retainer of debris shield. 2. Route the other end of the new drive belt through hole in housing. 3. Reinstall debris shield. 4.
  • Page 15: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for Operator MOWING storage at the end of the season or if the presence POSITION control bar unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove FOLD all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    ENGINE OIL • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace gasoline will cause problems. with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in • If possible, store your unit indoors and the Maintenance section of this manual).
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Centre. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 9. Control bar defective. 9. Replace control bar. (continued) 10. Fuel valve lever (if so 10. Turn fuel valve lever equipped) in OFF position.
  • Page 18: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS...
  • Page 22 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 122T02-0879-EA 1330 REPAIR MANUAL...
  • Page 23 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 122T02-0879-EA 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT...
  • Page 24 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 122T02-0879-EA 1058 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1059 1211 1210 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL...
  • Page 25 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 122T02-0879-EA 358 ENGINE GASKET SET Engine Power Rating Information The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (So- ciety of Automo-tive Engineers) code J11940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure), and rating performance has been obtained and corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2002-5).
  • Page 26 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 122T02-0879-EA KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697322 Cylinder Assembly 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal 696565 Shaft-Throttle 299819s • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 691242 Ø Pin-Float Hinge 493279 Sump-Engine 494870 Jet-Main (Standard) 691160 Head-Cylinder 498667 Jet-Main (High Altitude)
  • Page 27 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 122T02-0879-EA KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691251 692298 Cover-Air Cleaner (Governor Control Lever) 690700 Screw 499621 Dipstick (Blower Housing Cover) 692296 • Seal-Dipstick Tube 691669 Screw 495265 Tube-Dipstick (Air Cleaner Bracket) 691923 Grommet 699374 Tank-Fuel...
  • Page 28 413371 03.23.07 BY Printed in U.S.A.

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