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Craftsman 944.365450 Owner's Manual

Rotary lawn mower 5.5 horsepower power-propelled 21" multi-cut
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Owner's Manual
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
5.5 Horsepower
Power-Propelled
21" Multi-Cut
Model No.
944.365450
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 5.5 Horsepower Power-Propelled 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 944.365450 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

    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 pull mower backwards unless • Do not trim excessively steep slopes. absolutely nec es sary. Always look down • Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced and behind before and while moving footing could cause slipping. backwards. •...

  • Page 4: Product Spec I Fi Ca Tions

    V. GENERAL SERVICE • Never attempt to make wheel height • Never run machine inside a closed area. adjustments while the engine is running. • Never make adjustments or repairs with • Grass catcher components are sub ject the engine (motor) running. Dis con nect the to wear, dam age, and de te ri o ra tion, spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent ac ci den tal starting.
  • Page 5 Operator MOWING TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCH ER presence POSITION 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag control bar with rigid part of bag on the bottom. LIFT Make sure the frame handle is outside of the bag top. 2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. NOTE: If vinyl bindings are too stiff, hold LIFT Upper...

  • 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 Operator presence control bar 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 Drive operating your lawn mower or performing control lever any ad just ments or repairs.
  • Page 8 TO ATTACH GRASS CATCH ER TO CONVERT MOWER 1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be and place the grass catcher frame side used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging hooks onto the door pivot pins.
  • Page 9 CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower CAUTION: DO NOT overfi ll engine with with out mulcher plug, clipping defl ector or oil, or it will smoke on startup. ap proved grass catch er in place. Never 1. Be sure lawnmower is level. at tempt to op er ate the lawn mow er with 2.
  • Page 10 TO STOP ENGINE • Pores in cloth grass catchers can be- come fi lled with dirt and dust with use • To stop engine, release operator pres- and catchers will collect less grass. To ence control bar. Wait until blade and prevent this, reg u lar ly hose catcher off all moving parts have stopped and turn with water and let dry before using.

  • Page 11: 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 12 LAWN MOWER IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated. If bolt needs replacing, replace only with Always observe safety rules when per- approved bolt shown in the Repair Parts form ing any main te nance. section of this manual. TIRES Blade adapter Crankshaft •...
  • Page 13 ENGINE 4. Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn mower or side of engine. Maintenance, repair, or replacement of 5. Fill engine with oil. Slowly pour oil the emission control devices and systems, down the oil fi ll spout into the engine. which are being done at the customers ex- 6.

  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    CLEANING • Keep fi nished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep • We do not recommend using a garden mower housing free of built-up grass and hose to clean lawn mower unless the trash.
  • Page 15 TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT High 1. Place new drive belt on engine pulley. Bolt Med. 2. Route the other end of the new drive belt through hole in housing. 3. Return mower to upright position. 4. Install new drive belt into idler arm Handle assembly, then around the drive pulley.

  • Page 16: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Handle LAWN MOWER bracket Bolt When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc.
  • Page 17 ENGINE OIL OTHER Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace • Do not store gasoline from one season with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in to another. the Maintenance section of this manual). • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Centre. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Dirty air fi lter. 1. Clean/replace air fi lter. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Stale fuel. 3.
  • Page 19 TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Centre. 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 20: Repair Parts

    CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.365450...
  • Page 21 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.365450 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 196748 Handle, Upper 189028 Blade, 21" 193664 Handle, Lower 851074 Washer 186053 Spring, Rear Door, RH 850263 Washer, Lock 179585 Rope Guide...
  • Page 22 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.365450...
  • Page 23 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 944.365450 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 187803 Drive Control Assembly 83923 Nut, Flangelock 3/8-16 188277 Cover, Top 180626 Hubcap, Mag 187353 Pulley 193440X004 Shaft Assembly, Rear 188281...
  • Page 24 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A...
  • Page 25 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A...
  • Page 26 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A CHOKE CAMSHAFT PULLEY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7257157 Seal, Choke Lever 7049679 Pulley Comp., Camshaft 4209581 Spring, Cable Return 5580063 Shaft, Cam Pulley 7257165 Lever, Choke 7058985 Belt, Timing (84HU7 G-200) 7257173 Base Comp., Choke 5580089 Rocker Arm, Intake Valve...
  • Page 27 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A LABELS CYLINDER BARREL KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7400187 Mark, Choke Indication 6842413 Barrel Assembly, Cylinder 2399780 Clip, Valve Guide CARBURETOR 5579990 Cover, Head KEY PART 5580006 Cover Comp., Breather DESCRIPTION 0636845 Bolt, Flange #6 x 12 (CT200) 3088416 Packing Set 0803619...
  • Page 28 196079 01.12.05 BY Printed in U.S.A.

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