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Sears CRAFTSMAN 944.608340 Owner's Manual

Sears CRAFTSMAN 944.608340 Owner's Manual

22.0 hp electric start 42" mower 6 speed transaxle lawn tractor
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.608340
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
22.0 HP
*
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
*As rated by the engine manufacturer

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  • Page 1 Be fore Op er at ing This Equip ment 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Repair Parts *As rated by the engine manufacturer Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: 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. • Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-re- ci den tal starting when setting up,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IV. TOWING • Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine • Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for run ning. towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the •...

  • 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: Assembly

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Battery Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Keys (2) Keps Nut 1/4-20 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping puposes.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) er a tion section for location and func tion of • Raise seat and loosen adjustment knob (A). con trols) • Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. •...
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- for best cutting performance.

  • Page 8: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. HIGH FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
  • Page 9 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. FIG.
  • Page 10 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 operating 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 11 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 10) (See Fig. 8) Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the operating position.
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH - MENTS Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- will shut off the engine.
  • Page 13 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 4) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

  • Page 14: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness...

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent, worn or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest tractor.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16) • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. Determine temperature range expected before oil change. • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. •...
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER MUFFLER • Wash it in liquid detergent and water. Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester • Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- •...

  • Page 18: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 20 • Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor. FIG. 22 • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of (H) and secure with washer and retainer spring (J).
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER 02966 Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT mower height about 1/8". (See Fig. 30) • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until front Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. tip of blade is 1/8"...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - • Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and camber is set at the (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to factory and is normal.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY TO AD JUST CHOKE CON TROL (See Fig. 35) (See Fig. 33) The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad- • Raise hood. just ment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as •...

  • Page 24: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end 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: 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 Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when Reverse operation system Turn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

  • Page 27: Repair Parts - Tractor

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 SCHEMATIC SCH11 BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER FUSE AMMETER BLACK (OPTIONAL) WHITE WHITE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) BLACK CLUTCH/BRAKE GRAY (PEDAL UP) REVERSE SWITCH BLACK (NOT IN REVERSE) BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK BLACK BLACK...
  • Page 28 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 ELECTRICAL T01K With 12V Outlet Option With Service Minder Option...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 186491 Box Battery 176138 Switch Interlock Push-In 400252 Harness Socket Light 4152J Bulb, Light #1156 400253 Cable Battery 412895 Cable Starter 175158 Fuse 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc...
  • Page 30 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 CHASSIS...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 CHASSIS PART DESCRIPTION 412282 Drawbar 407235X428 Dash 404654X615 Hood 404624 Grille Asm. 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 405107X615 Fender/Footrest 412280 Drawbar Lower 17490508 Screw 5/16-18 x 1/2 416358 Screw #10 x .750 BOS Thread 193224X428 Cupholder 199411...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 DRIVE 205 33 drive-tex_D6800_fender_20...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle, DANA D6800 76020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 123583X Key Square 169484 Retainer Clip 19131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 105709X Spring, Return, Clutch 197297...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT engine-tex_25...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model No. 441777- 0726-E1 (See Engine Breakdown) 149723 Muffler 194319 Keeper Belt Engine 401985 Pulley Engine 418179 Tank Fuel 195951 Cap Asm 175437X428 Control Throttle 416358 Screw #10 x .750 BOS Thread...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 STEERING ASSEMBLY 53 8 Steering-tex_LEGND2_11 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 188967 Washer Hardened 186093X428 Wheel, Steering 184706 Axle Asm., Front .793 x 1.637 x .060 74760636 Bolt Hex 3/8-16 unc x 2-1/4 403087 Spindle Asm., LH 197636 Spacer Brace Axle 403088...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 197250 Seat 134300 Spacer Split .28 x .96 180166 Bracket Pivot Fender 123740X Spring 140675 Strap, Asm Fender 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lrg Flg Gr. 5 145006 Clip, Push In, Hinged 199372 Knob Seat 73800600...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 MOWER DECK 42_D_man-tex_LT_16_r1...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 196495 Deck Weldment Mower 197261 Arm Brake Mower 195186 Arm Suspension 72110616 Bolt Rd Hd Sq Nk 3/8-16 unc x 2 416358 Screw #10 x0.750 199477 Arm Brake Mower 193003 Bolt/Washer Asm 7/16-20 unf 199790...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 MOWER LIFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 195181 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear 195223 Shaft Asm., Lift 17000612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 BL 195231 Lever Asm., Lift RH 195270 Link Lift Susp. Front Mower 196492X428 Grip, Lever 73930600 Nut Centerlock 3/8-16 unc...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 411658 Decal, Fender Warning 402015 Decal, Operators 170563 Decal, Warning 403260 Decal, Side Panel 404016 Decal, Chassis 411697 Decal, Fender 412580 Decal, Engine HP 160396 Decal, V-Belt Sch. 193226X428 Pad, Footrest, LH 403870 Decal, Deck...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D6800-1...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 DANA TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER D6800-1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 407112 1 [1] Assy, Kit, Housing, Upper 2264J Washer, Plain, .758 X 1.25 X .031 2274J 18 Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 407130 Axle, LH 407113 Plug, Rubber...

  • Page 44: Repair Parts - Engine

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 441777, TYPE NUMBER 0726-E1...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 441777, TYPE NUMBER 0726-E1...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 441777, TYPE NUMBER 0726-E1...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 441777, TYPE NUMBER 0726-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 699753 Cylinder Assembly 699722 Kit-Choke Shaft 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 699726 Nozzle-Carburetor 391086s • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 690979 Key-Timing 699747...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.608340 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 441777, TYPE NUMBER 0726-E1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 691008 Knob-Air Cleaner 499810 Bowl-Float 696459 Alternator 699735 Gasket Set-Carburetor 691532 Strap-Ground 691000 Ø Seal-Throttle Shaft 691029 Nut (Governor Control Lever) 1005 790698...
  • Page 50 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 51 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 52 419644 Rev. 1 02.26.08 CL Printed in U.S.A.

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