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Craftsman 944.365480 Owner's Manual

Rotary lawn mower 6.75 horsepower 21 multi-cut
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Owner's Manual
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.75 Horsepower
21" Multi-Cut
Model No.
944.365480
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 6.75 Horsepower 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 944.365480 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 Specifications

    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: 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 • To convert to mulching or dis charg ing The operation of any lawn operation, remove grass catch er and mower can result in foreign close rear door. objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in Pivot pins Rear Grass severe eye damage.
  • Page 8 SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN IMPORTANT: • Check oil level before each use. Add oil CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER if needed. Fill to full line on dipstick. FOR MULCHING - • Change the oil after every 25 hours of 1. Rear door closed. operation or each season.
  • Page 9 TO START ENGINE MULCHING MOWING TIPS NOTE: Due to protective coatings on the IMPORTANT: For best performance, engine, a small amount of smoke may be keep mower housing free of built-up present during the initial use of the product grass and trash. See “CLEANING” in the and should be considered normal.

  • 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 Blade adapter Crankshaft keyway Always observe safety rules when per- form ing any main te nance. Lockwasher TIRES Blade • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.
  • Page 12 Change the oil after every 25 hours of TO CHANGE AIR FILTER operation or at least once a year if the 1. Remove the air fi lter by turning clock wise lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in to the stop and pull away from collar.

  • Page 13: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To avoid serious injury, Mowing Mowing before per form ing any service or ad just - position position ments: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. 3.

  • Page 14: Storage

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

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    CYLINDER • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to protect it from dust and dirt. 1. Remove spark plug. • Cover your unit with a suitable pro tec tive 2. Pour 29 ml of oil through spark plug cover that does not retain moisture.
  • Page 16 TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Parts & Repair Centre. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Rear of mower housing or 1. Raise cutting height. blade dragging in grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 2.
  • Page 17 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 18: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS...
  • Page 20 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.056700...

  • Page 21: Model Number

    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.056700 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 37465 Cylinder (Includes 151A 40017 Intake Valve Seal Key Numbers 2, 20 and 150) 37727 Engine Shroud 36783 * Valve Cover Gasket 26727 Dowel Pin 33734 Breather Element...
  • Page 22 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.056700 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 640350 Carburetor (Includes Key Number 184 of Engine Parts List) 631615 Throttle Shaft & Lever Assembly 631767 Throttle Return Spring 631184 * Dust Seal Washer 631183 * Dust Seal (Throttle) 640070...
  • Page 23 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 24 02489 197044 02.10.05 BY Printed in U.S.A.

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