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Sears Craftsman 944.601901 Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.601901
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
23.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
48" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety Rules ELECTRIC START and Instructions 48" MOWER Before Operating This Equipment AUTOMATIC GARDEN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8...

  • 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. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION •...

  • 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 Look for this symbol to point out important machine if anyone enters the area. safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! •...

  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    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 parts which are defective as a result of material or workmanship.
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Front Plate Steering Wheel Insert (5) Retainer Springs (2) Retainer Springs (double loop) (single loop) Steering Sleeve (1)Front Plate Assembly Steering Sleeve Extension (2)Flanged Pins Slope Sheet Battery 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 • Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal. DISCARD • Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to TERMINAL KEPS BOLT disengage transmission (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the PROTECTIVE Operation section of this manual). CAPS • Roll tractor forward off skid. TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- TERMINAL tion section, page 11, for location and func-...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See • Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension brack- ets and retain with single loop retainer springs as shown. Figs. 5 and 6) • Position front plate assembly between front mower Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension brackets.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS best cutting performance.

  • 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 LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL...
  • 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. LIGHT SWITCH AMMETER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER...
  • 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 ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 8) TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in with slopes greater than 15°...
  • Page 14 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 15 OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is CAUTION: Never engage or disengage attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is run- • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing ning.

  • Page 16: Maintenance Schedule

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER TRACTOR HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ASSEMBLY. nance. • Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). BRAKE OPERATION IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS OIL DRAIN VALVE Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE OIL FILTER AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • 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 AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH height about 3/16". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. SUSPENSION NUT “C” NUT “D” LIFT LINK FRONT ADJUSTMENT NUT TRUNNION PLATE ASSEMBLY FIG.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 •...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig. 26) NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 27) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT WHEEL CAMBER TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 31) The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate contact your nearest authorized service center/department.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE FUSE ENGINE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control holder is located behind the dash. devices and systems, which are being done at the custom- ers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING repair establishment or individual.
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS (See Figs. 34 and 35) TURNED IN TOO TIGHT. The choke control has been preset at the factory and PRELIMINARY SETTING - adjustment should not be necessary.

  • Page 27: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the ENGINE season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with FUEL SYSTEM gasoline in the tank inside a building IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM where fumes may reach an open flame...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    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 29 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 seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 30 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE AMMETER STARTER (OPTIONAL) WHITE BLACK WHITE WHITE BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION BLACK SWITCH BLACK PTO (DISENGAGED) BLACK BLACK OPERATOR GREEN GREEN PRESENCE RELAY #1 BLACK SEAT SWITCH BLACK...

  • Page 32: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 ELECTRICAL D .C...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 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 944.601901 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175465 Rail, Frame RH 176018 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh 175282 Drawbar, Gt 17670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 TYT 73680700 Nut, Crownlock 7/16-14Unc 175476 Bracket, Chassis Front 163976X428 Dash 176016...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 GROUND DRIVE 135 137...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 141004 Bracket Shift 331-3000 (See Breakdown) 142918 O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear 9396E Key Sq. 1/4 x 1/4 x 2 154739 Line Fuel Hydro 15”...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 STEERING ASSEMBLY 37,39 38,40...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel, Steering 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 944.601901 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler CV674-75544 149723 Muffler 121361X Pulley V-Idler 177748 Keeper Asm Belt Engine Vgt 175287 Bushing 174605 Clutch Electric 143996 Pulley Engine Grnd Drive 151346 Tank Fuel Rear 3.50 YT/GT...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140124 Seat 72050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140675 Strap, Fender Asm. 123740X Spring, Cprsn. 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lg.
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 DECALS 4 12 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 164095 Decal, Dash 164065 Decal, Ins. Whl. Strg. 177416 Decal, Engine 140837 Decal, Saddle Brake Parking 171702 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, RH 138047 Decal, Battery 171703 Decal, Hood, Craftsman, LH 106202X Reflector, Taillight...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 177535 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 19292016 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 71110624 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 175830 Grip, Handle Fluted 175831...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 174369 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary 174377 Deck Weldment Mower 48 174368 V-Belt, Mower, Primary 178915 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 73680600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 4939M Retainer Spring 72110612 Bolt, Carr.
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 (Joint d' etancheite) (Huile) (Jeu Scelle)
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 331-3000 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 161122 Main Housing Assembly 161153 Shaft, Axle 178317 R.H. Housing Assembly 142884 Washer 169522 Center Section Assembly 178322 Gasket Material...

  • Page 50: Repair Parts Engine

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 CRANKCASE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-032-01-S Seal, oil front 24-033-03-S Kit, breather cover w/gasket Crankcase (Includes 2, 3) (USE: Miniblock 24 782 14) 24-041-23-S Gasket, breather 24-294-13-S...
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 BLOWER HOUSING & BAFFLES IGNITION/CHARGING KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 54-755-15-S Kit, grass screen 24-027-20-S Housing, blower (Includes 2-4) (Includes 2-4,and 24 113 18-S) 24-100-01-S Nut, plastic (3) M-403025-S...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 OIL PAN/LUBRICATION STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-199-07-S Pan, oil assembly (Includes 2-10) M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x80 (2) M-645025-S Screw, hex.
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544...
  • Page 57 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601901 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV674, TYPE NUMBER 75544 FUEL SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 24-853-61-S Kit, carburetor w/gaskets 24-014-72-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) (Includes 2-4) 52-139-09-S Plug, cup 24-041-15-S Gasket, carburetor 24-053-61 Carburetor assembly (For...
  • Page 58 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 60 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 178977 Rev. 3 09.10.01 RH...

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