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Sears Craftsman 944.601931 Owner's Manual

Sears Craftsman 944.601931 Owner's Manual

23.0 hp electric start 50" mower automatic garden tractor
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.601931
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
23.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
GARDEN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts

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  • Page 1 Read and follow all Safety Rules ELECTRIC START and Instructions Before Operating 50" MOWER This Equipment AUTOMATIC GARDEN 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 important Stop machine if anyone enters the area. safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! •...

  • 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 Insert (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension (1) Knob Mower Nose Roller (2)Flanged Pins (1)Front Plate Assembly Nose Roller Brackets (5) Retainer Springs (double loop) (2) Washers 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) Gauge Wheel...

  • 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 Use terminal access doors for: • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard SEAT ware). • Inspection for corrosion. • Testing battery. • Jumping (if required). • Periodic charging. SEAT PAN DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE HEX BOLT KEPS SHOULDER CAPS BOLT TERMINAL ACCESS...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- RETAINER tion section for location and function of con- SPRING CROWNLOCK trols) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in GAUGE front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move (See Figs. 6 and 7) mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension brackets.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE best cutting performance.

  • Page 11: 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 12 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 location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. OVERTEMP LIGHT LIGHT SWITCH HOURMETER POSITION...
  • Page 13 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 14 OPERATION NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level TO OPERATE ON HILLS surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation with slopes greater than 15°...
  • Page 15 OPERATION • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract • Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on during storage.
  • Page 16 OPERATION • Move motion control lever to full forward position and COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below) hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this the engine begins to run smoothly.

  • Page 17: 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 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TRAILING EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION MANDREL If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at ASSEMBLY FLAT WASHER high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Remove terminal guard. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Remove cap from bottom fitting of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting.
  • Page 20 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge. RADIATOR COOLING FINS • Reinstall the upper blower housing and screen assem- bly. Secure with the four retaining straps. FOAM PRE-CLEANER CARTRIDGE RETAINING STRAP CARTRIDGE FIG. 19 TO CHANGE RADIATOR COOLANT (See Figs.
  • Page 21 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. RESERVOIR MOLDED SPARK PLUGS PROTRUSION Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

  • Page 22: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO IN LENGTH GROUND GROUND GROUND LINE FIG. 25 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and 27) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH L.H. SCREWS MANDREL (See Fig. 30) COVER The electric clutch should provide years of service. The IDLER PULLEYS clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 ELECTRIC seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which may CLUTCH PULLEY cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop as...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig. 33) • Position front wheels straight ahead. • Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires (dimensions “A” and “B”). RETAINER • Front dimension “A” should be 1/8" to 1/4" less than rear SPRING dimension “B”.
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run WASHERS poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. RETAINING • Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair RING Parts section. AXLE COVER TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse.
  • Page 27 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST LOW IDLE SPEED (See Fig. 37) • Place the throttle control into the “slow” position. Using CARBURETOR TROUBLESHOOTING AND a tachometer set the low idle speed to 1200 RPM by ADJUSTMENTS turning the low idle speed adjusting screw in or out. •...

  • Page 28: Storage

    STORAGE • Drain the fuel tank. 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. • Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

  • Page 29: 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 30 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 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE AMMETER STARTER (OPTIONAL) WHITE BLACK WHITE WHITE BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION BLACK SWITCH BLACK PTO (DISENGAGED) BLACK BLACK OPERATOR GREEN GREEN PRESENCE RELAY #1 BLACK SEAT SWITCH BLACK...

  • Page 32: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 ELECTRICAL D .C...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 150109 Hold down Battery Dash Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 166184...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 136940 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh 175465 Rail, Frame RH 154913 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh 175282 Drawbar, Gt 17490608 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 1/2 73680700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 175476 Bracket, Chassis Front...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 GROUND DRIVE 135 137...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 9396E Key Sq. 1/4 x 1/4 x 2 141004 Bracket Shift STD561210 Pin, Cotter 142917 Cap Asm Vent Hydro 140507 Wheel, Hub Assembly 154739 Line Fuel Hydro 15" 140080 Bolt, Hub 142918...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 STEERING ASSEMBLY 37,39 38,40...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 159944X614 Wheel, Steering 178557 Axle Asm., Front 6855M Fitting, Grease 161849 Spindle Asm, LH 161848 Spindle Asm., RH 6266H Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 12000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 121232X...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Engine (See Breakdown) 10010500 Washer Split 123487X Clamp Hose Kohler Model No. LV625-851509 17490636 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 UNC 149723 Muffler 121361X...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 SEAT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 174785 Seat 121249X Spacer, Split 140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 123740X Spring, Cprsn 140675 Strap, Fender 123976X Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr. 5 127018X Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 19171912 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 174863 Decal, Side Panel 174904 Decal, Hp Engine 174865 Decal Grille 174860 Decal, Hood RH Craftsman 149517 Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn Eng. Acme 174861 Decal, Hood LH Craftsman 140837 Decal, Brake Parking Saddle 174866...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121006X Rod Asm., Lever 73680800 Nut Crownlock 1/2-13 Unc 177535 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 150233 Trunnion, Infin Height 159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 110807X Nut, Special 12000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156990X613 Mower Deck Weldment 137272X431 Arm, Idler, Primary STD541431 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 137273 Spring, Secondary 138457 Bracket asm., Sway Bar 139245 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove STD624008 Retainer, Spring 137789X431 Shield, Idler 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar)
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 311-3500 (Joint d' etancheite) (Huile) (Jeu Scelle)
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 TRANSAXLE - - MODEL NUMBER 311-3500 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 161122 Main Housing Assembly 169535 Ball Brg 6205-1 178317 R.H. Housing Assembly 161157 Seal 1"Id X 2.0472" X 0.375" 169522 Center Section Assembly 161158 Shaft, Axle...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509...

  • Page 49: Repair Parts - Engine

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION 24 032 01-S Seal, oil front Crankcase (Use Miniblock 66 782 01) 66 096 06-S Cover, breather 24 294 13-S Fitting 24 041 23-S Gasket, breather...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509...
  • Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 IGNITION/CHARGING KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 66 162 02-S Screen 66 086 02-S Screw, shoulder (4) 66 081 07-S Housing assembly, upper 66 157 01-S M-645020-S Screw, hex.
  • Page 52 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509...
  • Page 53 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 STARTING SYSTEM KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION 24 199 07-S Oil pan assembly (Includes 2-10) M-645025-S Screw, hex. flange M6x1.0x25 (2) M-839080-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x80 (2) M-631005-S Washer, plain 6 mm (2) M-841080-S...
  • Page 54 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509...
  • Page 55 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 CRANKSHAFT EXHAUST KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 66 014 42-S Crankshaft (Includes 2) 25 072 08-S Stud, M6x16x33 (4) 52 139 09-S Plug, cup 24 041 02-S Gasket, exhaust (2) FUEL SYSTEM...
  • Page 56 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509...
  • Page 57 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601931 KOHLER ENGINE-MODEL NUMBER LV675, TYPE NUMBER 851509 COOLING SYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION 66 398 01-S Radiator assembly (Includes 2-26) 66 126 24-S Bracket, right kidney 66 126 01-S Bracket, solenoid M-639010-S Screw, hex. hd. M6x1.0x10 (2) 66 126 23-S Bracket, left kidney 66 126 08-S Bracket, “Z”...
  • Page 58 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 59 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15 MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face.
  • Page 60 179349 Rev. 2 12.3.01 TR PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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