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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.602951
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety
Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
JCRAFTSMAN J
18.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
AUTOMATIC
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
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- Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 944.602951 JCRAFTSMAN J Caution: 18.0 HP Read and follow all Safety Rules ELECTRIC START and Instructions Before Operating 42" MOWER This Equipment AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8 • Assembly • Operation •...
- Page 2 4Rk 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 • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
- Page 3 & 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. Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
- Page 4 Owner's Manual. 5. In Home service. Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Riding Equipment to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department in Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada.
- Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Extension Shaft Steedng Steering Boot (1) Lockwasher 318 (1) Locknut (1) Large Flat Washer 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt Premium Steering Adapter (1) Washer 17132 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Wheel Insert 5/16-1 8 (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1...
- Page 6 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. Usa the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
- Page 7 Connect BLACK groundingcable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE CAPS KEPS TERMINAL POSITIVE (BED) NEGATIVE CABLE CABLE RG. 2 SEAT PAN FIG. 3 NSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4) \d just seat before tightening adjustment knob. Remove adjustment knob and flatwasher securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor.
- Page 8 • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Start the engine. After engine has staded, move throttle control to idle position. • Release parking brake. • Slowly move the motion contmlleverforward and slowly drive tractor off skid.
- Page 9 OPERATION l'hese 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 ENG,N_ON ENG,NEOFF O,'PRESSORE L,G._SO. OVE_MP 1" FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED...
- Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrationswith you r tractor to familiarize you meffwith the locations of various controlsand adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. AMMETER THROTTL_ CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL FREE WHEEL CONTROL Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the Amedcan National Standards Institute. ATrACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: mower blades, orotherattachments mounted to yourtractor.
- Page 11 The operetlon of any tractor can msuit In foreign objectsthrown result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields whila operating your tractor or performing safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE...
- Page 12 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are propedy adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower isat the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.
- Page 13 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Unthreed and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick intothe tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube.
- Page 14 • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. • Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds.
- Page 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FILL IN DATES REGULAR SERVICE C_e_ B-I_::; reO_atreiOn Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transexle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oi1 Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) Clean Air Filter...
- Page 16 CUSTOMER TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION Iftractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See =1O ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
- Page 17 CUSTOMER TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corresion and dirtonthe batteryand terminalscan cause the battery to "leak" power. • Disconnect BLACK batterycable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry, •...
- Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN INTAKE/COOLING To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, end other external surfaces of the engine ere kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds.
- Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set perking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" • Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. •...
- Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) • Raise mower to its highest posrtion. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance =A"on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other.
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Depressclutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut =A"on brake rod. If distance is otherthan 1-9116",loosen jam nut and turn nut =A" until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam nut against nut =A". Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above.
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT WHEEL CAMBER The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, contact your neerest authorized service center/department. TO REMOVE WHEEL REPAIRS (See Fig. • Block up axle securely. •...
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE Maintenance, repair, or replacement ofthe emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the custom- _=rsexpense, may be performed by any non-read engine -epair establishment or indMdual. Warranty repairs must be oerforrned by an authorized engine manufacturer's service 3utlet.
- Page 24 Immediately prepare your tractorfor storage atthe end ofthe season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool I_11_ AUTION: Neverstorethetreotorwith...
- Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE PROBLEM Will not start Out of fual. Engine not 'CHOKED" Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start Dirty air filter.
- Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Faulty opemfor-safotypresence control system. Engine conUnues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.
- Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) wHrrE IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT =MAKE" M+G+A1 NONE RUN/UGH] B+A1 A2+L B+A1 NONE START 3 + S + A1 NONE BATTERY FUSE CLUTCH / BRAKE r (PEDAL UP) i BLUE ATCMENT (CLUTCH OFF) I GREEN...
- Page 28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ELECTRICAL - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951...
- Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Battery Box Switch Interlock Push-In 176137 175688 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 "red 146147...
- Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES ..----- 159 •3...
- Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash Dash SIkscr Stl 168337X011 STD533710 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel Dash Lh 172105X010 Panel Dash Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 Hood...
- Page 32 REPAIRPARTS O_iv_ TRACTOR "" MODEL NUMsER S'M.SO2es_...
- Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) Hydro Gear Model 314-0510 165866 Rod Shift STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8 x I CAD 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 114 74490544 Bolt, Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5 S'rD541431 NutLockHexW/Ins STD541437 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 Uric...
- Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 STEERING ASSEMBLY • _'-_--...
- Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 PART DESCRIPTION 159944X428 Wheel Steering 175131 Axle Asm 16984O Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 62661-1 Beadng Race Thrust Harden Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 121748X Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga 19272016 12OO0029 Ring Klip #t5304-75...
- Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 18O597 Seat 180166 Bracket Pivot Fender 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 145O06 Clip Push-In STD541437 Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1.5 19131614...
- Page 37 Decal Hood LH 138047 Decat Battery 146046 Decal V Belt Drive Sch 177350 Decal Dash Pnl 170563 Decal Warning Decal Craftsman 163204 157140 Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr Decal Hood Side 177355 WHEELS & TIRES 4,10 - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 •...
- Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE J OPTIONAL PART DESCRIPTION 17O548 Control Throt/Ch 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine (See Breakdown) Kohler, Model CV492-27506 174667 Muffler Kohl 12-041-03 Gasket 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy STD551237 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 169837 Shield Browning 137180...
- Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove STD581062 E Ring 19211621 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk .629 ID 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X Button, Plunger 139865...
- Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER DECK 0"I 15151 _" ]o.1 154 " _" - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 40 43 159"_ 52 55, 132 91...
- Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" STD533107 Bolt RDHD SQNK 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42" Deck STD624008 Retainer Spdng 178024 Bar Sway Deck 85O857 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 STD551137 Washer, Lock 140296...
- Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 351_...
- Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 HVDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 314,.0510 PART DESCRIPTION Main Housing, Assembly 170351 Side Housing, Assembly 170352 Center Section, Assembly 1703,53 Swashplate, Trunion Machined 170354 Block - Assembly 169898 Sealant 10.50z 170355 Hex Flange Screw 1/4-20 X 1.25 170356 Stud, 5/16-24 Hex Double End...
- Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL CYLINDER HEAD r VALVE AND BREATHER YLINDRE DIRIGE SOUPAPE CRANKCASE I CARTER-MOTEUR I NUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER El" RENIFLARD 27506...
- Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER PART DESCRIPTION 25-351-01-S Lifter, valve (2) 12-755-94.-S Kit, cylinder head (Includes 3-17, Gaskets 12 041 01-S (Qty. 2), 12 041 02-S, & 12 041 03-S) 12-411-03-S Rod, push (2) 12-041-10-S Gasket, cylinder head 12-017-01-S Valve, intake (Std.) 12-017-02-S...
- Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944,602951 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506 BLOWER HOUSING AND BAFFLES I IGNITION/ELECTRICAL ALLUMAGE ELECTRIQUE HABITATION DE SOUFFLIEUR ET DI_CALENT I _.--8 16=_ 0-5}--...
- Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER IGNmON/ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 12-086-14-S Screw, hex. flange M10x1.5x46 12-468-03-S Washer, plain 3/8" 24-162-03-S Screen, grass 25-086-47-S Bolt, shoulder M6x1.0x16 (4) 12-157-06-S X-42-15-S 12-025-15-S Flywheel 12-155-09-S Connector M-548025-S Screw, hex.
- Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL STARTING SYSTEM| DI_MARRANT DE LE SYSTI_ME - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 NUMBER CV492, TYPE NUMBER ENGINE CONTROLS MOTEUR CONTR_)LE OIL PAN I LUBRICATION I DE LA HUILE PAN DE LA LUBRIFICAT1ON I lt"1° 27506...
- Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL STARTINGSYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION M-839070-S Screw, hex. flange M8x1.25x70 (2) 25-096-07-S Starter assembly (Includes 3-8) 12-755-54-S Kit, drive end 12-227-18-S Cap, drive end 12-170-05-S Armature 12-221-01-S Kit, brush & spring 12-227-13-S Cap, commutator end 12-211-01-S Bolt, hex.
- Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER CRANKSHAFT VlLEBREQUIN FUEL SYSTEM FUEL DE LE SYSTI_ME [._t_ - - MODEL NUMBER 944.602951 CV492, TYPE NUMBER 27506 _CHAPPEMENT| ,,.lo .,,t_11...
- Page 51 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR KOHLER ENGINE - MODEL FUELSYSTEM PART DESCRIPTION M-641060-S Nut, hex. flange M6xl.0 M-629116-S Stud M6x1.0x116 12-853-118-S Kit, carburetor w/gasket (Includes 4,5,6 qty 1 Tie, cable 12-454-03-S, Terminal 25-452-20-S) 12-041-02-S Gasket, air cleaner 12-053-118 Carburetor assembly (For information only not available separately) (Includes Kit, float 12-757-02-S Kit, carburetor repair 12-757-03-S,...
- Page 52 SERVICE NOTES...
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- Page 55 SUGGESTED GUIDE 1. Fold 2. Hold trunk 3. Sight 4. Compare FOR SIGHTING SLOPES ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually tipping or loss of control.
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