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Owner's Manual
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
5.5 Horsepower
21" Multi-Cut
Model No.
944.364542
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 5.5 Horsepower 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 944.364542 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 III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the op er a tor is • Do not operate the mower when bare- foot or wearing open sandals. Al ways not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the wear substantial foot wear.

  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Serial Number: Date of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity / Type: 0,94 Litres (Unleaded Regular) Oil Capacity: 0,5 Litres Oil Type (API SG–SL): SAE 30 (above 0°C/32°F) or SAE 10W-30 Spark Plug (Gap: 0,76 mm) NGK BPR6ES Valve Clearance (± 0.04 mm): Intake: 0.015 mm;...
  • Page 5 HOW TO SET UP YOUR MOW ER TO UNFOLD HANDLE TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCH ER IMPORTANT: Unfold handle carefully so 1. Put grass catcher frame into grass bag as not to pinch or damage con trol cables. with rigid part of bag on the bottom. 1.

  • 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 Operator presence control bar The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in Thumb- severe eye damage. Always Drive screw wear safety glasses or eye shields while control bar operating your lawn mower or performing DRIVE DRIVE any ad just ments or repairs.
  • Page 8 TO ATTACH GRASS CATCH ER TO CONVERT MOWER 1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be and place the grass catcher frame side used as a mulcher. To convert to bagging hooks onto the door pivot pins.
  • Page 9 CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower CAUTION: DO NOT overfi ll engine with with out mulcher plug, clipping defl ector or oil, or it will smoke on startup. ap proved grass catch er in place. Never 1. Be sure lawnmower is level. at tempt to op er ate the lawn mow er with 2.
  • Page 10 TO STOP ENGINE • Pores in cloth grass catchers can be- come fi lled with dirt and dust with use • To stop engine, release operator pres- and catchers will collect less grass. To ence control bar. Wait until blade and prevent this, reg u lar ly hose catcher off all moving parts have stopped and turn with water and let dry before using.

  • Page 11: 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 12 LAWN MOWER IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated. If bolt needs replacing, replace only with Always observe safety rules when per- approved bolt shown in the Repair Parts form ing any main te nance. section of this manual. TIRES Crankshaft Blade adapter •...
  • Page 13 ENGINE 4. Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn mower or side of engine. Maintenance, repair, or replacement of 5. Fill engine with oil. Slowly pour oil the emission control devices and systems, down the oil fi ll spout into the engine. which are being done at the customers ex- 6.

  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    CLEANING • Keep fi nished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep • We do not recommend using a garden mower housing free of built-up grass and hose to clean lawn mower unless the trash.
  • Page 15 TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT Handle pin High 1. Place new drive belt on engine pulley. Medium 2. Route the other end of the new drive belt through hole in housing. 3. Return mower to upright position. SQUEEZE 4. Install new drive belt into idler arm assembly, then around the drive pulley.

  • Page 16: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER HANDLE You can fold your mower handle for stor- When lawn mower is to be stored for a age.
  • Page 17 ENGINE FUEL SYS TEM ENGINE OIL IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in gum deposits from forming in essential the Maintenance section of this manual). fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel fi...

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Centre. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Dirty air fi lter. 1. Clean/replace air fi lter. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Stale fuel. 3.
  • Page 19 TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Centre. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor cut – 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten uneven blade bolt. 2. Wheel heights uneven. 2. Set all wheels at same height.

  • Page 20: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS...
  • Page 24 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A...
  • Page 25 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A...
  • Page 26 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A CHOKE CAMSHAFT PULLEY KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7257157 Seal, Choke Lever 7049679 Pulley Comp., Camshaft 4209581 Spring, Cable Return 5580063 Shaft, Cam Pulley 7257165 Lever, Choke 7058985 Belt, Timing (84HU7 G-200) 7257173 Base Comp., Choke 5580089 Rocker Arm, Intake Valve...
  • Page 27 HONDA 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER GCV-160-AS3A LABELS CYLINDER BARREL KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 7400187 Mark, Choke Indication 6842413 Barrel Assembly, Cylinder 2399780 Clip, Valve Guide CARBURETOR 5579990 Cover, Head KEY PART 5580006 Cover Comp., Breather DESCRIPTION 0636845 Bolt, Flange #6 x 12 (CT200) 3088416 Packing Set 0803619...
  • Page 28 192883 05.20.04 BY Printed in U.S.A.

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