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Craftsman 944.601881 Owner's Manual

20.0 hp electric start 42" mower automatic lawn tractor
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SEARS
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.601881
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
CRAFTSMAN °
20.0 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 SEARS OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 944.601881 CRAFTSMAN ° Caution: 20.0 HP Read and follow ELECTRIC START all Safety Rules and Instructions 42" MOWER Before Operating This Equipment AUTOMATIC LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments •...

  • 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. GENERALOPERATION 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. safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS IN-...

  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    Owner's Manual. 5. In Home service. Warranty service is available by returning the Craftsman Riding Equipment to the nearest Sears Service Centre/Department Canada. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in Canada. This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty and does not exclude or limit legal rights you may have but shall run...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Wheel Steering , Adapter (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Extension Steering (1) Knob Shaft Wheel Insert © Battery (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Boot (1) Locknut (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Keps Nuts 1/4-20 5/16-18 (1) Large Flat Washer...

  • 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 • Lift hood to raised position. SEAT • Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec- tive caps and discard. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) SEAT PAN charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS (If previously removed) (See Fig.4) • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and • Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments opening and slide into place, as shown.

  • 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 ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP _" LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT...
  • 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. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH...
  • Page 11 OPERATION The operation of anytractor 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 GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not operating position.
  • Page 13 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start •...
  • Page 14 OPERATION • 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 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _____°_ "_ S OOCO 'ETE F,LL,N DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Ill4 Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TRAILING EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. MANDREL LOCK WASHER STAR...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES * CAUTION: Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS engines. The use of non-synthetic multi-viscosity oils (5W30, Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the 10W30 etc.) in temperatures above 40 ° F (4 ° C) will result in battery to "leak"...
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH KEROSENE, NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or THE CARTRIDGE.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control 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. 19 and 20) • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on __.ANDREL both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24) ENGINE_ Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system PULLEY which is mounted on the side of the transaxle. CLUTCHING--,-, If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved IDLER surface, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER Should your transmission require removal for service or VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and GROUNDED SYSTEM.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY TO ADJUST CARBURETOR (See Fig. 29) Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not • Raise hood. operate properly dueto suspected carburetor problems, take • Unsnap headlight wire connector. your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment.
  • Page 24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage atthe 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 944.601881 SCHEMATIC "111 REDOII1 BLACK BATTERY € AMMETER FUSE STARTE_ R - - - _ .._J_, BLACK • (OPTIONAL) ill w • WHITE ! _L__I I SOLENOID SEAT SWITCH IGNITION ..,..(NOT OCCUPIED) SW,TO WHITE ..
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 ELECTRICAL --I_ " ..33 _ ..,_._- - -_...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 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 Zinc 150109 Holddown Battery Mount 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES -..-- 159 10"'_ 38_14...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis Stl Stamping 176554 Drawbar, Stretch 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X011 Dash P/L STD533710 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel Dash Lh 172107X010 Panel Dash Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2...
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  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle (See Breakdown) STD551143 Washer Hydro Gear Model 314-0510 154778 Keeper Belt Engine 165866 Rod Shift 134683 Keeper Belt Engine STD561210 Pin Cotter 1/8x 1 CAD 169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro 10040400 Washer Lock Hvy.
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 STEERING ASSEMBLY _-_" \1_-'-'--'--_ i i ... r'-'-----_. _\43...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 139768 Wheel Steering 154427 Axle Asm STMP Dropped STL 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 SEAT ASSEMBLY " PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140123 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 72050412 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20xl -1/2 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc 121250X...
  • Page 37 Decal Dash Pnl B&S 149517 Decal Bat Dan/Psn 170563 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT Decal Warning Mult-Language 163204 Decal Craftsman 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT 157140 138311 Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 177253 Decal Hood Side Panel...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 ENGINE _"'-2s OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170546 Control Throt Paddle 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine (See Breakdown) B&S Model 407777-0119-E3 149723 Muffler Exhaust 159955 Exhaust Asm. Left 160589 Exhaust Asm. Right 171877 Bolt 5/16-18unc x 3/4 162797 Heat Shield Lt...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 MOWER DECK 1061_ 103 105 105_//_/ 104_/ _÷_ 101/_ 104 106 102 / 113 111 1! _116 19 f /116...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION STD541410 Locknut 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 139888 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC STD533107 Bolt 131845 Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 138017 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, 133943 Washer, Hardened Front 155046 Arm, Idler...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunge5r 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove STD581062 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk .629 ID 125631X Grip Handle Fluted 122365X...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 O,lj" cO .._.
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 314-0510 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170408 170351 Rotor, Brake Main Housing, Assembly 142883 Brake Puck 170352 Side Housing, Assembly 142882 Puck Plate 170353 Center Section, Assembly 142887 170354 Brake Actuating Pin...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3 929 _ 968J 467 213 _,_ °G/_ 265 i i; 267 g REQUIRES SPECIALTOOLS TO INSTALL. SEE REPAIR INSTRUCTION MANUAL. 1019 LABEL KIT I 865A _447 447A...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3 35 _,, 40 @'_ 1022 1022 1029 _ lO2_ 1100_1 798 _ 211 _ 1023 I 1022 _ 1023A I 38_;_ 914 _ 1022 -k REQUIRES SPECIAL TOOLS...
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3 74I_ 1005 934 _ 1119 1006 334_ 358 GASKET SET 3© 1_3k :::_j 691 O 943 Q 177 © 311 _ 797 7_ 1081 _Z_ 801 _...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690231 Cylinder Assembly 499803 Fuel Transfer Tube 499585 Bushing-Cylinder 690994 :I:Q Gasket-Float Bowl 690926 • Seal-Oil 499807 Choke Shaft Kit 690069 Sump-Engine...
  • Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.601881 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NUMBER 407777, TYPE NUMBER 0119-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 690970 +• Gasket-Exhaust 690960 Screw (Back Plate) 691007 Filter-Air Cleaner Cartridge 690960 Screw (Rocker Cover) 691040 Hose-Vacuum 691003 Screw (Air Guide Cover 447A...
  • Page 51 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 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 52 Just Call: 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week For the repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For your nearest Sears Parts and Service location, to bring in products like vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics.

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