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Sears CRAFTSMAN 944.602011 Owner's Manual

Sears CRAFTSMAN 944.602011 Owner's Manual

22.0 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.602011
Important:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
22.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
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  • Page 1 Important: Read and follow ELECTRIC START all Safety Rules and Instructions 42" MOWER Before Operating This Equipment 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 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. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

  • 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 Steering Steering (1) Knob Sleeve Wheel Insert Battery E-Z Tool Mower (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 Leveling Wrench Bubble Level (2) Keps Nuts 1/4-20 Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (2) 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 NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Use terminal access doors for: Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten tractor from the skid. hardware). • Inspection for corrosion. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- •...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER CHECK TIRE PRESSURE DECK (See Fig. 4A) The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in best cutting performance.

  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST IGNITION REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE ENGINE START LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE 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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. HOURMETER LIGHT SWITCH POSITION AMMETER FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER...
  • 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 ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See • Select desired height of cut. Fig. 6) • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. The position of the attachment lift lever determines the TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch cutting height.
  • Page 13 OPERATION NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your ADD GASOLINE tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).
  • Page 14 OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above) • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts CAUTION: Never engage or disengage to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few freewheel lever while the engine is run- seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly.
  • Page 15 OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. •...

  • 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 TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. 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. FLAT WASHER (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”...
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE * CAUTION: Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS engines. The use of non-synthetic multi-viscosity oils Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the (5W30, 10W30 etc.) in temperatures above 40º F (4º C) will battery to “leak”...
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE • Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate KNOBS reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent CARTRIDGE COVER engine damage from overheating.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING ALTERNATE SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT METHOD (See Figs. 21 and 22) Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or • Raise mower to its highest position. driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD- •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front links. IDLER PULLEYS • To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an MANDREL equal number of turns.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ELECTRIC WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED” CLUTCH CLUTCH LOCATOR NUT “A” 1-3/4" CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER JAM NUT CENTER SPAN KEEPER OPERATING TRANSMISSION CLUTCH INPUT PULLEY WIRE HARNESS DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEAR- EST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FIG.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT LAMP TERY (See Fig. 29) CAUTION: When lit, the halogen lamps get extremely hot. Hold lamp assembly WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate by the holder and do not touch the bulb. explosive gases.
  • Page 25 T H E F A C T O R Y H I G H S P E E D S E T T I N G C A N B E DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT A SEARS OR OTHER QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER,, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.

  • Page 26: 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. FUEL SYSTEM WARNING: Never store the tractor with IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM gasoline in the tank inside a building DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM where fumes may reach an open flame...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    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 flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter.
  • 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 Worn, bent or loose blade.

  • Page 29: Repair Parts - Tractor

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BLACK WHITE SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION SWITCH SEAT SWITCH NOT OCCUPIED) ELECTRIC CLUTCH PTO (DISENGAGED) FUEL OPERATOR PRESENCE BLUE LINE RELAY #1 SPARK PLUG IGNITION BLACK UNIT...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 7603J Tray Battery 145211 Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 x 7.5 150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4 172542X418 Dash 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel, Dash, LH 179174X010 Panel, Dash, RH 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 174989 Hood Assembly 180679...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 DRIVE 227 218...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle (See Breakdown) 123583X Key, Square Hydro gear Model 323-0510 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 174901X418 Console, Shift 137140 Clutch Elec...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 175139X418 Wheel Steering 172393 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 Link Drag...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 175134 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 STD523710 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 121249X Spacer Split 28x .88 Zinc 19131610...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 174969 Reflector LH 174970 Decal Reflector RH 138047 Decal Battery Diehard Sears 177890 Decal Strng Whl 177909 Decal Hood RH 177982 Decal Fender Cruise 177910 Decal Hood LH 170563 Decal Warning...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 73920600 Nut Keps 3/8-24 UNF 175437X505 Control, Throttle 137180 Arrester, Spark 164863 Screw Hwhd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 179022 Tank, Fuel - - - - - - - Engine (See Breakdown) Briggs 179124X418 Cap Gauge, Fuel Model 446777-0165-E1...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 MOWER LIFT 17 18 PART DESCRIPTION 179504 Plunger Assembly 159476 Shaft Assembly, Lift 178981 Pin, Groove 12000002 E-Ring 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Gauge 120183X Bearing, Nylon 175830 Grip, Handle, Fluted 139865 Link, Lift, L.H.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 MOWER DECK 132 91...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 182032 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 74760616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 72140506 Bolt 180532 Bracket Asm Noseroller LH 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 73800600 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16unc 165460...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 323-0510...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 323-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170351 Main Housing, Assembly 178782 Arm, Brake 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 170415 Slotted Hex Nut 5/16-24 170353 Center Section, Assembly 170416 Cotter Pin 3/32 X 3/4 170354 Swashplate, Trunion Machined...

  • Page 46: Repair Parts - Engine

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 446777, TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1 1019 LABEL KIT 1026 865A 1026A 447A 447A 1017 1024 1013 929A 1035 1027 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 865B 1058 OWNER’S MANUAL 447A 1022 1036 EMISSION LABEL...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 446777, TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1 1022 1022 1029 1029 1100 1100 1023A 1023 1022 1022 187A 1169 1128 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 1128 552A 1124 1123 1126 552A 1124 1123 1127...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 446777, TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1 789A 1070 1005 1119 358 ENGINE GASKET KIT 1090 1022 1051 797A...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 446777, TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 694001 Cylinder Assembly 690232 Ø Jet-Main (Standard) 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 690989 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 391086 • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 499811 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 690069...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602011 BRIGGS ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 446777, TYPE NUMBER 0165-E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 691062 Flywheel Puller 691286 Cap-End 690966 Wrench-Spark Plug — — — — Housing-Starter 690960 Screw (Fuel Pump) (Service with 691262 Starter Motor) 808656 Pump-Fuel 691031...
  • Page 52 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 183339 Rev. 2 08.14.02 RH/MH...

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