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Sears Craftsman 944.601131 Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.601131
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
13.5 HP IC
ELECTRIC START
38" MOWER
5 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts

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  • Page 1 Read and follow ELECTRIC START all Safety Rules and Instructions 38" MOWER Before Operating 5 SPEED TRANSAXLE This Equipment LAWN 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. 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. Look for this symbol to point out impor- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. tant safety precautions. It means CAU- •...

  • 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 Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Washer Steering 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Extension Shaft Steering Wheel (1) Knob Insert Battery Steering (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Boot (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Large Flat Washer (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Keps Nuts 1/4-20 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 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 • If this battery is put into service after month and year • Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment indicated on label (label located between terminals) knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten. charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. •...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- C HECKLIST tion section, page 10, for location and func- BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- tion of controls) TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow QUALITY PRODUCT.

  • Page 9: 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 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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH ATTACHMENT SWITCH CLUTCH...
  • Page 11 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 12 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7) TO TRANSPORT • Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing lift control. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will •...
  • Page 13 OPERATION MOWING TIPS TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has attached to tractor. run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel •...

  • Page 14: 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 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- EDGE UP nance. BLADE CENTER BRAKE OPERATION HOLE If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BATTERY * CAUTION: Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive engines. The use of non-synthetic multi-viscosity oils (5W30, Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- 10W30 etc.) in temperatures above 40º F (4º C) will result in cient for normal use.
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN AIR FILTER (See Fig. 14) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if CLAMP equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing FUEL season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever FILTER occurs first.

  • Page 19: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. •...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and 18) • When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front links. • Raise mower to its highest position. • To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F”...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT IDLER PULLEYS MANDREL (See Fig. 23) PULLEY Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. • Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER”...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local (-) terminal of fully charged battery. parts dealer.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE IMPORTANT: DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLE VALVE AND THE SEAT IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control TURNED IN TOO TIGHT. devices and systems, which are being done at the custom- PRELIMINARY SETTING - ers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine •...

  • Page 24: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the • If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with ENGINE gasoline in the tank inside a building...

  • Page 25: 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 26 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 Worn, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 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 28: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144925 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 156417 Case Battery 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166181 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire 175158...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174620 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 174643x014 Saddle 155138 Clip Retainer Slide-On 168347X012 Dash Silkscreened 72140608 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel Dash Lh 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L 172107X010 Panel Dash Rh...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 DRIVE...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Transaxle (See Breakdown) Dana 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv Stl D4360-139 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc STD523715 Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16unc x 1-1/2 123666X...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140044X428 Wheel Steering Blk 154427 Asm. Axle, Rear 169840 Asm., Spindle, Lh 169839 Asm., Spindle, Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 127427 Seat 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 71110616 Bolt 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 134300...
  • Page 37 Decal Oper Instruction Eng/Fr 101892X Decal Clutch/brake Eng/fr 171704 Decal Hood Logo 146046 Decal V-belt Dr Sch Tractor E 177610 Decal Sears Replace Parts OIHC 170563 Decal Mower Warning 172276 Decal Fender 5Sp/38" 136832 Decal V-Belt Drive Sch. 176450 Decal Engine HP...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 39 Washer 169837 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard 137180 Arrestor Spark 109202X Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr 158990 Cap Asm Fuel Sears Vented 123487X Clamp Hose Blk 137040 Line Fuel 20” 148315 Plug Oil Drain Easy 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 MOWER DECK 153 154...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170280 Mower Housing Assembly 131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat STD533107 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 73680600 Nut 3/8-16 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar STD624003 Retainer 169970 Bracket Deck Sway Bar 38"/42"...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 LIFT LEVER 17 18 20...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 LIFT LEVER PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprng w/Plunger Lt 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove STD581062 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 TRANSAXLE DANA D4360-139...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 TRANSAXLE DANA D4360-139 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170981 Housing, Upper 134394 Assy, Kit, Shim, .750 Shaft 2274J Screw, Tapping, 1/4-20 X .734 120473X Shaft, Drive 134400 Ball, Detent 142678 Gear, Spur, 12T 105904X Spring, Detent 124641 X...

  • Page 46: Repair Parts - Engine

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1147-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL 1019 LABEL KIT REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1147-E1 1091 141A 108A 634A 131A REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR 130A INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 634A...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1147-E1 305A 1119 1006 1005 1090 1051 668A 1044 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 1036 LABEL-EMISSION...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1147-E1 125A 141B 131B 108B 130B 231A 634B 987A 133A 104A 955A 127A 975A 137A 276A 105A 950A 121A CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 276A 104A 127A...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1147-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 496413 Cylinder Assembly 690718 Ø Screw (Throttle Valve) 495800 Idle Speed Kit 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal 694907 Idle Speed Kit 391086 •...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601131 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 28R707, TYPE NUMBER 1147-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 231A 690718 Ø Screw (Choke Valve) 691284 Gear-Timing 691714 Link-Counterweight 691842 Spring-Governor Link 692423 Counterweight 394358 Filter-Fuel 691239 Pin-Counterweight...
  • Page 52 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 53 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 54 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 56 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 178128 3.16.01 TR...

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