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Sears CRAFTSMAN 944.604931 Owner's Manual

Sears CRAFTSMAN 944.604931 Owner's Manual

16.5 hp electric start 42 mower automatic lawn tractor
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.604931
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
16.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
02494

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  • Page 1 ELECTRIC START and In struc tions 42" MOWER Be fore Op er at ing This Equip ment AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • 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 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

    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 Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Boot (1) Knob Steering Extension Gauge Wheels Shaft (4) Adjusting Bar Steering Wheel Insert (4) Wheels (1) Large Flat Washer (4) Retainer Springs Steering (double loop) Wheel Adapter (4) Washers...

  • 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 • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) ter- SEAT minal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. SHOULDER BOLT DISCARD TER MI NAL PROTECTIVE CAPS SEAT PAN KEPS HEX BOLT TERMINAL COVER FLAT WASHER NEGATIVE POSITIVE (BLACK) (RED) 02464...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DECK (See Fig. 4A) The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory The gauge wheels are de signed to keep the mower deck for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important in proper position when operating mower.

  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- FAST IGNITION HIGH SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF LOCKED UNLOCKED OIL PRESSURE...
  • 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. LIGHT SWITCH POSITION IGNITION SWITCH AT TACH MENT...
  • Page 11 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 The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip CAUTION: Do not operate the mower with the engine not running. These heights are approximate without either the en tire grass catcher, and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of on mowers so equipped, or the defl...
  • Page 13 OPERATION CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids during stor age. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid en- gine problems, the fuel system should be emp tied before stor age of 30 days or longer.
  • Page 14 OPERATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP • Drive tractor forward for approximately fi ve feet then • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion backwards for fi ve feet. Repeat this driving procedure should be warmed up as follows: three times.
  • Page 15 OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER MAX 1/3 HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • The spe cial mulch ing blade will recut the grass clip- pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed.

  • Page 16: 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 17: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any main- BLADE ASSEMBLY te nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance FLAT WASHER at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. STAR LOCK WASHER (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”...
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 14 and 15) the battery to “leak”...
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN KNOB Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush FOAM or compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum PRE-CLEANER fi...

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) • Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring. IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, • Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide col- BE SURE TO AD JUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUAL LY SO lar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24) (See Fig. 23) Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Should your transmission require removal for service or (See Fig. 25) replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION” For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on in the Operation section of this manual.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB (See Fig. 27) • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- grill. er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, •...
  • Page 25 Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to a Sears or other qualifi ed service center for repair and/or adjustment. High speed stop is factory ad just ed. Do not adjust - damage may result.

  • Page 26: 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 build ing AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...

  • Page 27: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. See “TO START ENGINE” in the Operation section. Engine fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug.
  • Page 28 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 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 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 30: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 ELECTRICAL D .C 187576B...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 12 Volt 35 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc x 3/4 186491 Box Battery 176138 Switch Interlock 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 4152J Bulb Light #1156 178909 Cable Battery 6 Ga Red 25"...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-Laser -lt.stlt_41...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stl Stamping 176554 Drawbar, Stretch 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 187846X011 Dash P/L STL 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...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 DRIVE 227 218 drive-hydro.stlt_70...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle (See Breakdown) 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. Hydro gear Model 336-0510 188308X428 Console Shift 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering_pl.lt_29...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel Steering 184706 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. 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 175121...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_lt.knob_2 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 188719 Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc 121250X...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 177982 Decal Fend STLT Oper 160396 Decal V-Belt Schematic 170563 Decal Mower Warn Keep Hand Away 190141 Decal Replacement Parts 186366 Decal Hood RH/LH 146046 Decal V-Belt Drive Sch 164065 Decal Strng Whl Domed Prem.
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-Honda 2cyl_13 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170546 Control Throt Paddle 187766X428 Control Choke 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 137180 Arrestor Spark - - - - - - - - Engine (See Breakdown) 179022 Tank Fuel 4.0...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 MOWER LIFT 17 18 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunge5r 175689 Trunnion Blk Zinc 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc 105767X Pin Groove 139868 Arm Suspension Rear STD581062 E Ring #5133-62 163552 Spring Retainer...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 MOWER DECK 42_D_man-t-path_stlt_4.
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 136420 Mulcher Cover 182032 Mower Deck Assembly, 42” 71081010 Screw STD533107 Bolt 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 19061216 Washer #10 STD551110 Washer, Lock 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42” Deck 160793 Latch Assembly, Bagger STD624008 Retainer Spring...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 336-0510...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 336-0510 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 178782 Arm, Brake 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 170353...

  • Page 46: Repair Parts - Engine

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 HONDA ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 HONDA ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 HONDA ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 HONDA ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 CONTROL CARBURETOR PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 6605034 Rod, Joint 6604847 Gasket Set 6605042 Spring, Choke Return 6604854 Valve, Float 6605067 Control Assy. (2-lever) 6604862 Float Set 6605125...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 HONDA ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 CYLINDER HEAD PISTON CONNECTING ROD PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 6684989 Cylinder 6695571 Ring Set, Piston (Std) (Nippon) 0688887 Seal, Valve Stem 6656425 Ring Set, Piston 6604524 Cover, Head 6604672...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.604931 HONDA ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER GXV530, TYPE NUMBER EXA2 EXHAUST PIPE PART DESCRIPTION 6605398 Gasket, Ex. Pipe 0471623 Nut, Flange (6mm) FUEL PUMP Part No Description 5611298 Pump Assy., Fuel 6605216 Tube, Diaphragm 4432233 Filter, Fuel 1226299...
  • Page 52 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 53 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 55 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 down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 56 02488 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 191883 03.09.04 RD...

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