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Craftsman 944.609940 Owner's Manual

24.0 hp electric start 50" mower automatic, garden tractor
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO,
944.609940
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructuons
Before Operating
This Equipment
CRAFTSMAN +
24.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC,
GARDEN TRACT_DR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO, 944.609940 CRAFTSMAN + 24.0 HP Caution: ELECTRIC START Read and follow all Safety Rules 50" MOWER and Instructuons Before Operating AUTOMATIC, This Equipment GARDEN TRACT_DR • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments •...

  • 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, IlL CHILDREN GENERAL OPERATION Tragic accidentscan occur if the operator is not alert to the Read, undemtand, and followall instructions in the manual presenceofchildren.Childrenare often attractedtothe machine...

  • Page 3: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears_ Tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufac- HORSEPOWER: 24,0 tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Authorized OIL TYPE SAE 10W30...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    50-57 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ....BACK COVER 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 parrs which are defective as a result of matedal or workmanship.
  • Page 5 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents (4) Reta.i .ner.S.p.rings L_aouo'e'°°P' (4) Bra_ (4) Shoulder Bolt ('12) Carriage _olts 5/16-18 x 518 (4) Wheels (12) Crownlock Nuts j© 318(4x)_'/_ashe'4rSGa. (4) Adjusting (4)_L._.k6nut _ (4) Clevis Pins Parts packed separately in carton Bolt 5/16-18 (1)Shoulder tV_e_:g...

  • 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 Use terminal access doors for: CHECK TIRE PRESSURE • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for ware). shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for • Inspection for corrosion. best cutting performance.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT Place the suspension arms on inward pointing deck pins. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to (See Figs. 5 and 6) align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms. Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension Retain with double loop retainer springs with loops arms are raised with attachment lift control.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY / CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, 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 10: 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 ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • Page 11 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 location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. " AMMETER ATTACHMENT LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH SWITCH...
  • Page 12 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 13 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 8) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and in operating position.
  • Page 14 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 11) has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 15 OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine Is run- • Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing & CAUTION:Neverengageordisengage nlng. performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SC. OUL _P_ ÷"/ o,_, FILL IN DATES _.j_._O_,_ AS YOU COMPLETE _.o_;_ _.'1, _._,_,'!._ Check Brake Operation i_1_ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners 11_7 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level SharpeniRaplece Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals...
  • Page 17 ; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL EDGE UP BLADE ASSEMBLY \ CE ER Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. [_'/ HOLE _J=_V_; %)|1 BRAKE OPERATION FLAT WASHER__ tf tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance LOCK WASHER- at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15) 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 classification SF, SG or SH. •...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER FILTER (See Fig. 16) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera- equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. tion or every season.
  • Page 20 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. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...
  • Page 21 SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (see Figs. 20 and 21 ) - IMPORTANT= DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 22) - THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT in "OFF" position. (See Fig. 23) • Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) (See Fig. 27) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and For ease of service there is a belt installation guidedecal on. adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs; 28 and 29) - • Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod. WASHERS • Adjust tie rod until dimension "A"is 1/8" to 1/4" less than dimension =B'. • Tighten jam nuts securely. RETAINING FRONT WHEEL CAMBER The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor, if...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. TO ADJUST THRO'I-rLE CONTROL CABLE • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the (See Fig. 33) grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely The throttle control has been preset at the factory and back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 26 SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 33) The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjust- ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment CLOSED FOR may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 27: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end 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 & CAUTION: Never store the tractor wtth DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL...
  • Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Will not start 1. Out of fual. Fillfueltank. Enginenot"CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE"in Operationsection, Engineflooded. 3. Wait severalminutesbeforeattempting to starL Bad sparkplug. Replacesparkplug. Dldy air fitter. Clean/replaceair filter. Dirtyfuel filter. Replacefuel tilter. 7. Water in fuel. Drainfuel tankand carburetor,refilltankwith fresh gasolineand replace fuelfilter.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faultyoperator-safety presencecontrolsystem. 1. Check widng,switches and connections.If not corrected,contactan authorizedservicecenter/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department. engaged 1. Wom, bent or looseblade. Poor cut - uneven 1. Replace blade. Tightenblade bolt. Mowerdecknot level.
  • Page 30 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 SCHEMATIC llllll BA'I-rERY STARTER RELAY IGNmON SWITCH REMOVABLE NON-REMOVABLE • CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS ENGINE CONNECTOR TRACTOR CONNECTOR REGULATOR -- ENGINE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS (PURPLE W IRE,-_ iFSHORTING IGNITIONSWITCH BA'FrERY 0_ITEWIRE) FORENGINE_,_,j'_'L_,_CHARGIN REDWIRE) NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED SHORTING REDWIRE so..NO,O...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 X 7.5 zinc 150109 Holdown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166184...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 122/ 68_T _146 6360 17---_...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PAR3' DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 150253 Rail, Frame RH 152728 Bracket, Chassis Front 140506 Drawbar, Gt STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 73800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 154914 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Lh 163976 Dash, Stealth YTGT 2Cyl 137113...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7070E Key 1/4 x 2.5 164892X428 Console Shift 7563R Washer Thrust Axle Harden 151179 Plate Console Shift STD541437 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 STD541431 Locknut Hex W/Washer Insert STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 74490548 Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 x 3 Gr.5 140507...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 STEERING ASSEMBLY _'__.1_ _'° 1313 ¢...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steedng 137094 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 ENGINE • S _/74 _,/55 I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR "" MODEL NUMBER 944,609940 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler Model CV25S-69526 150249 Muffler VGT Side Mount 25HP 13200300 Elbow STD 90 Degree 3/8 - 18 NPT 151396 Muffler Asm Guard 121361X Pulley V-Idler 150828 Keeper Asm Belt Engine VGT 96 105432X Bushing 140923...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944,609940 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 72050412 140124 Seat Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 121249X Spacer, Split 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X 140675 Spring, Cprsn. Strap, Fender Asm. 123976X Nut, Lock 114 Lg. Fig. Gr. 5 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR'- - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 17 2425 26 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X STD624008 Rod Asm., Lever Retainer, Spring 159187 73350800 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 159189 130171 Trunnion Lever Asm., Lift Rh 12000022 73800800 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -_- MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 MOWER DECK 63_62 _ 110...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156990 Deck Asm., Mower 50" Vented 122052X Spacer. Retainer STD541431 Nut, Crowniock 3/6-16 Unc Nut, Crownlock 5116-18 STD541431 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 Uncx 1-3/4 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 74760628 Cover.
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR-_- MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 222-3010 "...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 222-3010 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 164591 Assembly, Housing, LH 153767 Locknut, Hex 5116-18 164592 Assembly, Housing RH 142904 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 153765 O Seal .984 x 1.5 x .25 142905...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS i ':-TRACTOR' ;'MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 HYDRO GEAR PUMP - MODEL NUMBER BU-10L-122 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 127148X Swashplate, Vadable 144569 Shaft, Pump 142938 Block Assembly 122716X Ring, Retaining 122786X Pin, Stainless, Headless 122745X Bearing, Ball 122718X...
  • Page 49 Decal, Fender Auto Trans 101892X Decal, Clutch/Brake 138311 Decal, Handle Lift (Lift Handle) 146790 157199 Decal, V-Belt Ddve Schematic Pad Ftrest R Br Sq Craftsman 95 163267 Decal, Dash Panel 168296 Manual, Owner's (English) 168297 Manual, Owner's (French) WHEELS & TIRES...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS LTRACTOR -. MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CYLINDER HEAD VALVE & BREATHER "RANKCASE I._ ).---22 _--14...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS •TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CRANKCASE HEADNALVE/BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. Kit, breather cover w/gasket 24-033-03 24-032-01 Seal, oil front (Includes 2,3) Crankcase (USE: Miniblock) Gasket, breather 24-041-23...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS "" TRACTOR-' MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES J IGNITION I ELECTRICALJ 9 ._ AIR INTAKE...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 IGNITION/CHARGING BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 54-755-15 Kit, grass screen 54-027-95 Housing, blower (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18) (Incl.
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS _ TRACTOR "" MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 ;TARTING SYSTEM J ENGINE CONTROLS J /.18 18---6 a..o OIL PAN LUBRICATIONJ 10/_ I;'1_22 _,/14...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944,609940 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 STARTING SYSTEM OIL PAN/LUBRICATION KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION M-0645025 Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 (2) 12-098-03 Starter, solenoid shift M-0631005 Washer, plain 6 mm (2) M-0839080...
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - _ MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 57 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.609940 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV25S, TYPE NUMBER 69526 CRANKSHAFT FUEL SYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO, DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 24-014-72 24-853-27 Crankshaft (Includes 2) Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 52-139-09 Plug, cup (Includes 2-6) 24-041-15 Gasket, carburetor...
  • Page 58 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL _H_'°_oo_ ° SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL=WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.
  • Page 60 CRAFTS fIN+ OWNER'S 24,0 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 50" MOWER AUTOMATIC GARDEN TRACTOR ° Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number. MODEL NO. The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located under the seat.

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