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- Page 1 Owner's Manual JCRRFTSMRW ROTARY LAWN _MOWER 6.5 Horsepower 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 944.362470 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8...
- Page 2 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 product is used in Canada.
- Page 3 III. CHILDREN • Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Always look Tragic accidents can occur if the operator down and behind before and while is not alert to the presence of children. moving backwards. Children are often attracted to the •...
- Page 4 • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. • Grass catcher components are subject Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and to wear, damage, and deterioration, use extra caution when servicing them. which could expose moving parts or • Do not change the engine govemor allow objects to be thrown.
- Page 5 TO PREPARE BATTERY TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER NOTE: Your battery must be charged Put grass catcher frame into grass bag before you can start your lawn mower. with rigid part of bag on the bottom. Make sure the frame handle is outside 1.
- Page 6 I_IOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrationswith your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Theeesymbols mayappearon yourlawnmowerorin literature s upplbdw#htheproducL Learnand understand theirmeaning.
- Page 7 TO CONVERT MOWER The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign Your lawn mower was shipped ready to objects thrown into the be used as a mulcher. To convert to eyes, which can result in bagging or discharging: severe eye damage.
- Page 8 TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER 1. Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle. 2. Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn mower handle. 3. Empty clippings from bag using both frame handle and bag handle. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emptying;...
- Page 9 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE A CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline ADD OIL near an open flame. Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in A CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels the engine. For type and grade of oil to (called gasohol or using ethanol or use, see "ENGINE"...
- Page 10 MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Under certain conditions, such as very IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep tall grass, it may be necessary to raise mower housing free of built-up grass and the height of cut to reduce pushing trash. See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance effort and to keep from overloading the section of this manual.
- Page 11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULARSERVICE Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Lawn I Clean Under Clean Under Drive Cover (Power-Prop (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check drivebelt/pulleys (Power-Prop (Power-Propelled Mowers) R Check/Sharp Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade E_ Check ddve I...
- Page 12 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Serial Number:. Date of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.6 Quarts (unleaded regular) Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) 20 Ounces Oil Capacity: Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RJ19LM 35-40 ft. Ibs. Blade Bolt Torque: The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the mower housing.
- Page 13 6. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark GRASS CATCHER plug. • The grass catcher may be hosed with water, but must be dry when used. • Check your grass catcher often for damage or deterioration. Through normal use it will wear. If catcher needs replacing, replace only with a manufacturer approved replacement catcher.
- Page 14 • Clean engine often to keep trash from CLEANING accurnulatJng. A dogged engine runs IMPORTANT:. For best performance, hotter and shortens engine life. keep mower housing free of built-up • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of grass and trash. Clean the underside of all gasoline, oil, etc.
- Page 15 • When setting up your handle from the Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage position, the lower handle will storage at the end of the season or if the automatically lock into the mowing unit will not be used for 30 days or more. position.
- Page 16 ENGINE OIL ENGINE Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace FUEL SYSTEM with clean engine oil. (See =ENGINE" in IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent the Maintenance section of this manual). gum deposits from forming in essential CYLINDER fuel system parts such as carburetor, fuel 1.
- Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Center. PROBLEM CORRECTION CAUSE Loss of power 1. Set to "Higher Cut" position. 1. Rear of housing or blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 2.
- Page 18 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 944.362470 202,...
- Page 19 CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 944.362470 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 181658 ControlBar 165766 Spdng(LH) 181676 Spring (RH) Upper Handle (with Gdp) 165767 Door Bolt 175245X479 Lower Handle 165912 179585 Hex Head Thread Rolling Screw 3/8-16 x 1 RopeGuide 150406...
- Page 20 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0210-E1 11019 LABEL KIT I 718_ _188 q_, 443 970_...
- Page 21 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0210-EI 969 | 3091 510] 742o 763_ 764_ 651 t 758_13_'783A" 608J 65_' 592_) -----] 1211 689 _'_ 11036 EMISSIONS LABEL I...
- Page 22 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0210-E1 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 365_ 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL 633_) _617 276 O 127 2760 KEY PART K]EY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 697339 697322 Cylinder Assembly Piston Assembly (Standard) 697340 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal Piston Assembly (.010"...
- Page 23 BRIGGS & STRA'rTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K07-0210-E1 KEY PART I_EY PART DESCRIPTION DESCI:IIPI1ON 692342 Cover-BreatherPassage 691997 Slinger-Governor/Oil 690548 Tappet-Valve 691879 ° Gasket-BroatherPassage 691449 Camshaft 690800 Nut(RewindStarter) 498826 Short Block (Replacement 691696 Screw (Pawl FdctionPlate) 95162 Clamp-Hoee Engine 123K07-OO60-E1) 497465 Manifold-Intake 497680 Starter-Rewind...
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