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8EARS
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.604860
Important:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
II:RIII:TSMIIN°I
16.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
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- Page 1 8EARS OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 944.604860 II:RIII:TSMIIN°I Important: 16.0 HP Read and follow all Safety Rules ELECTRIC START and Instructions Before Operating 42" MOWER This Equipment AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8...
- Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTI'ING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDS AND FEET ANDTHROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWINGSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the •...
- Page 3 & 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. I _'_ WARNING: Donotcoastdownahillinneu- Never carry passengers or children even with the blades tral, you may lose control of the tractor.
- Page 4 Owner's Manual. 5. In Home service. Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Riding Equipment to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada.
- Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering (1) Washer Boot. 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Extension (1) Knob Shaft Battery Steering Wheel Insert (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Keps Nuts 1/4-20 (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube Keys...
- Page 6 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 DISCARDTERMINAL SHOULDER BOLT PROTECTIVE CAPS KEPS TERMINAL NUT"_ COVER "_ _"_ HEX BOLT SEAT PA_ POSITIVE IRED) CABLE NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE FIG. 3 LABEL ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIG. 2 CONNECT BA'I-rERY (See Figs. 3 and 4) FIG. 4 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the...
- Page 8 ASSEMBLY • Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged" ,I CHECKLIST position. BEFOREYOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRAC- • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE pedal and set the parking brake. BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROMTHIS •...
- Page 9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNFrlON ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED •...
- Page 10 OPERATION KNOW YOU R 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. A'FrACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION UGHT...
- Page 11 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 op- ersting your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 12 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) (See Figs. TO TRANSPORT 5 and Yourtractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged position.
- Page 13 OPERATION ADD GASOLINE COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below) • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a throttle control in the choke position until the engine minimum of 87 octane.
- Page 14 OPERATION Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. • Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position.
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . ..i_. _.._o_. _ ./_ _'_.._ " FILL IN DATES RE O 'R S RV,O i ,P;ERV'O OASES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners ikf#5 ' SharperYRep lace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals...
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAIUNG EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. BLADE 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. STAR MANDREL (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BA'I-FERY AND TERMINALS * CAUTION: Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive engines.The useofnon-syntheticmulti-viscosityoils (5W30, Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause 10W30 etc.) in temperatures above 40 ° F (4 ° C) will result the battery to "leak"...
- Page 18 MAINTENANCE CLEAN SCREEN Ai rscreen must be keptfree ofdirt and chaffto preventengine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or com- pressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 14) Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over- heating and engine damage.
- Page 19 CLEANING We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans- • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or matter.
- Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS (See Fig. 17) Checkadjustment on right side oftractor. Measure distance TO INSTALL MOWER "D" directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. of mower housing as shown. •...
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual).
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA'I-rERY • Loosen the adjustment bolt. • Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the (See Fig. 27) direction it is trying to creep. Tighten adjustment bolt securely. Start engine and test.
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 30) (See Fig. 28) NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It • Raise hood. is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a lim- iter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits •...
- Page 24 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 IMPORTANTTO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the tractor with FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR,...
- Page 25 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 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department. engaged Poorcut-uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
- Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 SCHEMATIC BATFERY FUSE STARTER ' © ' 0--_,-- WHITE = ..L ..CLUTCH / BRAKE --_)G (PEDAL UP) NIlE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION ..L. _ _ _ I (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH , , , _WHITE I ..
- Page 28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 ELECTRICAL...
- Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 176689 Case Battery 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga.
- Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES .209 chassis-Laser -It.stlt 27...
- Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Drawbar 176554 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X011 Dash STD533710 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel Dash Lh Panel Dash Rh 172105X010 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2...
- Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 DRIVE 16 _52 1103 drive-hydro.silt_37...
- Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 169183 Strap Torque LH ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) Hydro 169182 322-0510 Strap Torque RH 165866 Rod Shift Fender Adjust LT 137057 Spacer Axle Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga.
- Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 STEERING ASSEMBLY • • steering_pUt...
- Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 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.
- Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 SEAT ASSEMBLY _at__.k_bl PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140122 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc 19131610...
- Page 37 Decal Bypass 189276 138311 Decal Lower Dash Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 170563 188318 Decal Warning Manual Owner's (English) 163204 Decal Craftsman 188319 Manual Owner's (French) 157140 Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr 179128 Decal Mower "B" "42" PART WHEELS &TIRES DESCRIPTION...
- Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 ENGINE • \_,_ s_l< _ _ Ii1_ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs.1c__17 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170545 Control Throt/Ch 137040 Line Fuel 20" 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 181654 Plug Drain Oil Easy 124028X Engine (See Breakdown)
- Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 MOWER LIFT 1718 ./"_ lift-rh.1piece_3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunger STD624008 Retainer Spring 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 173288 Link Front 105767X Pin Groove 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc STD581062 E Ring 175689...
- Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 MOWER DECK _47 142 42 D man-t-path stlt 3...
- Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 140088 Guard, Mandrel, L.H. STD533107 Bolt RDHD SQNK STD624003 Retainer 5/16-18 uric x 3/4 137729 Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 138017 Bracket Assembly, Sway Bar, Front 133944...
- Page 42 120- 11., 14"_ ,113 O0 i _123 "83 20W50 OILj57 SEAL AND O-RING KIT7127...
- Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 HYDRO TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 322-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Brake Puck 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 142883 Puck Plate 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142882 Brake Actuating Pin 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142887...
- Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 BRIGGS & STRA'I-rON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 27 _J, lO_ 11_::_ 6_;_ _ 307 U 943 O 20@ 6170 524 9 8420 1266 1019 LABEL KIT 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I 1036 EMISSION LABEL 15 ==...
- Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 31 C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 1O95 VALVE GASKET SET 617 0 1022 868 _) 1022 404 # 6141 216F 1119_ 267 _ 334 _'...
- Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230 E1 108A _ _A_e 1091 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 1266AQ 276(_ 104 _ 127_ 231" 987(_ 105 $ 96.9_ lO6117,, _ 1,2 61701260AO 1266 1266 0 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 137 0...
- Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 BRIGGS & STRA'n'ON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 30SA _ 1265 967 643_ 1267 3o91 8oi 697 '_' 803_ 310_ 7s _ 1070 802 _) 8ola 1005 1o._[ 1051_ 783A_ 544A 311A I 1083A...
- Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 31C707,TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697174 Cylinder Assembly 697492 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 399265 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 697241 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 697190 Carburetor 697106...
- Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604860 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 31C707, TYPE NUMBER 0230-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 89838 Wrench-Spark Plug 692424 Terminal-Spark Plug 691691 Washer (Governor Crank) 690968 -+ Seal-Valve 697122 Elbow-Intake 495877 Kit-Pinion Spring 698083 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 393456...
- Page 50 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 51 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and own the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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