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Craftsman 944.364230 Owner's Manual
Craftsman 944.364230 Owner's Manual

Craftsman 944.364230 Owner's Manual

4.5 horsepower 22" side discharge

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Owner's Manual
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
4.5 Horsepower
22" Side Discharge
Model No.
944.364230
02489
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and In struc tions
before operating this equipment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
190626 12.31.03 BY
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual ROTARY LAWN MOWER 4.5 Horsepower 22" Side Discharge Model No. 944.364230 02489 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and In struc tions before operating this equipment Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8 190626 12.31.03 BY Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Power Mower to the nearest Sears Parts & Repair Centre in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is used in Canada.
  • Page 3 SERVICE NOTES • Do not pull mower backwards unless III. CHILDREN absolutely nec es sary. Always look down Tragic accidents can occur if the op er a tor is and behind before and while moving not alert to the presence of children. Children backwards.
  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.044500 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Serial Number: Date of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1,7 Litres (Unleaded Regular) Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F/0°C) KEY PART Oil Capacity: 0,58 Litres DESCRIPTION Spark Plug:...
  • Page 5: Operation

    CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.044500 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.
  • Page 6 Air Cleaner Collar 33578 Extension Spring 35066 Air Cleaner Filter Discharge 32600 Oil Seal 35065 Air Cleaner Cover (Craftsman) ENGINE ZONE CONTROL guard 37804 Crankshaft 36980B Blower Housing CAUTION: Federal reg u la tions require 40053 Piston, Pin & Ring Set (Standard) 30200 Screw #10-24 x 9/16"...
  • Page 7 CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 143.044500 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Gasoline ADD OIL fi ller cap Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see “EN GINE” in the Maintenance section of this manual.
  • Page 8 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Under certain conditions, such as very IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep tall grass, it may be necessary to raise mower housing free of built-up grass and the height of cut to reduce pushing effort trash.
  • Page 9: Maintenance Schedule

    REPAIR PARTS 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 10 Crankshaft LAWN MOWER Blade adapter TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed keyway to a Sears Service Center. Always observe safety rules when per- form ing any main te nance. Lockwasher PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Blade Loss of power 1.
  • Page 11 • Empty the fuel tank by starting the en- CYLINDER NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils AIR FILTER gine and letting it run until the fuel lines (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in 1. Remove spark plug. Your engine will not run properly and may and car bu re tor are empty.
  • Page 12: Service And Adjustments

    • Keep fi nished surfaces and wheels free electrical system, muffl er, air fi lter and CARBURETOR IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the of all gasoline, oil, etc. carburetor are covered to keep water Your carburetor has a non-adjustable engine governor, which is factory set for •...