Craftsman Sears 944.602892 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 42" mower automatic assembly operation maintenance service and adjustments repair parts

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

944.602892

Important:

Read and fol low

all Safety Rules

and In struc tions

Be fore Op er at ing

This Equip ment

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

00011

20.0 HP

ELECTRIC START

42" MOWER

AUTOMATIC

LAWN TRACTOR

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Service and Adjustments

• Repair Parts

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Page 1 00011 OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. 02494 944.602892 Important: 20.0 HP Read and fol low all Safety Rules ELECTRIC START and In struc tions Be fore Op er at ing 42" MOWER This Equip ment AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation •...
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 THROW ING 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 machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neu- • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades tral, you may lose control of the trac tor.
Page 4: Product Specifications
Owner’s Manual. 5. In Home service. Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Riding Equipment to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada.
Page 5: Unassembled Parts
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering (1) Washer Boot 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering (1) Knob Extension 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
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 • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) SEAT charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. • First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery ter mi nal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown.
Page 8: Check Tire Pressure
ASSEMBLY • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever CHECK DECK LEVELNESS to its highest position. For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly • Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service control to idle position.
Page 9: Operation
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST IGNITION REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED...
Page 10 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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. AT TACH MENT LIGHT IGNITION...
Page 11: How To Use Your Tractor
OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while op- erating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
Page 12 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height WARNING: Do not drive up or down in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck hills with slopes greater than 15°...
Page 13: Before Starting The Engine
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL “START” position and release key as soon as engine • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the starts.
Page 14: Mowing Tips
OPERATION • Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and • Always operate engine at full throttle when mow- parking brake set. ing to assure better mowing performance and proper dis charge of material. Regulate ground speed by se- •...
Page 15: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE 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 Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level...
Page 16: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING STAR EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any main- BLADE te nance. CEN TER BRAKE OPERATION HOLE If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. FLAT WASHER (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”...
Page 17 MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS * CAUTION: Air cooled engines run hotter than automo- tive engines. The use of non-synthetic multi-viscosity oils Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause (5W30, 10W30 etc.) in temperatures above 40º F (4º C) will the battery to “leak”...
Page 18: Clean Air Screen
MAINTENANCE MUFFLER CLEAN AIR SCREEN Inspect and replace corroded mufﬂ er and spark arrester Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent (if equipped) as it could create a ﬁ re hazard and/or dam- engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush age.
Page 19: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
Page 20: To Level Mower Housing
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground • When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than or driveway.
Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT IDLER PULLEYS (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - •...
Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent ﬂ at tires due to adjustment bolt. slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and •...
Page 23: Interlocks And Relays
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO AD JUST CHOKE CON TROL (See Fig. 31) TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad- just ment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the described below before loosening cable.
Page 24: Storage
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE 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 DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...
Page 25: Troubleshooting Points
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 ﬂ ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air ﬁ...
Page 26 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 1.
Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BLACK WHITE SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH WHITE BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK ATT'MENT CLUTCH GROUNDING (CLUTCH OFF) BLACK CONNECTOR HOUR METER (OPTIONAL)
Page 28: Repair Parts - Tractor
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 ELECTRICAL D .C...
Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 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 Zinc 150109 Holddown Battery Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"...
Page 30: Chassis And Enclosures
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stl Stamping 176554 Drawbar, Stretch 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X011 Dash P/L STD533710 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel Dash Lh 172105X010 Panel Dash Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 185682X558 Hood...
Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 DRIVE...
Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle (See Breakdown) 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro Gear Model 314-0510 134683 Keeper Belt Engine 165866 Rod Shift 169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro...
Page 34: Steering Assembly
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering 175131 Axle Asm 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 Ring Klip #t5304-75...
Page 36: Seat Assembly
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 180597 Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 180166 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 121250X...
Page 37 Decal Bat Dan/Psn 181824 Decal Lower Dash 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 170563 Decal Warning Mult-Language 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 163204 Decal Craftsman 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 157140 Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr 186333 Manual Owner's (English) 177253...
Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170546 Control Throt Paddle 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 - - - - - - - - Engine (See Breakdown) B&S Model 407677-0229-E1 149723 Mufﬂ er Exhaust 159955 Exhaust Asm.
Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 MOWER DECK 153 154...
Page 41: Mower Deck
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 178515 Washer, Hardened 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42” 155046 Arm, Idler STD533107 Bolt 165723 Spacer, Retainer 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 141043 Guard, TUV Idler Front 149846 Knob Custom Oval 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42”...
Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 MOWER LIFT 17 18...
Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunge5r 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X 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 944.602892 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510...
Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 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 46: Repair Parts - Engine
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407677, TYPE NUMBER 0229-E1 929A 1058 OWNER’S MANUAL 1036 EMISSION LABEL 1019 LABEL KIT 1026 865A 1026A 447A 447A 1024 1035 1017 1280 865B 447A...
Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407677, TYPE NUMBER 0229-E1 1022 1022 1029 1029 1100 1100 1023 1022 1023A 1022 1169 187A 1128 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 1128 552A 1124 1126 552A 1123 1124...
Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407677, TYPE NUMBER 0229-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 1022 1070 1005 1119 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 1090 1051 797A 1022...
Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407677, TYPE NUMBER 0229-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690231 Cylinder Assembly 499806 Float-Carburetor 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 499803 Tube-Fuel Transfer 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 690994 Ø‡...
Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602892 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407677, TYPE NUMBER 0229-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 865B 691015 Cover-Air Guide 691008 Knob-Air Cleaner 690968 •+ Seal-Valve 696459 Alternator 393456 Wire/Connector- Alternator 691532 Strap-Ground 691127 Screw (Rocker Cover) 691029...
Page 52 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 186333 12.02.02...

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