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Owner's Manual JCRIIFTSMIIH" _OWE R ROTARY LAWN 6.5 Horsepower 21" Multi-Cut Model No. 944.362460 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8...
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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.
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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 •...
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• Grass catcher components are subject • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. to wear, damage, and detedoratlon, Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and which could expose moving parts or use extra caution when servicing them. allow objects to be thrown. Frequently •...
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KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND 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. •rhesesymbolsmayappearon yourlawnmoweror In iteraturesupplied wllh1heIxoductI.mm _ undmlmd Ul_r memlng.
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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.
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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;...
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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"...
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MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: For bestpedonnance,keep • Under certain conditions, such as very mower housingfree of built-up grassand tall grass, it may be necessary to raise trash.See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance the height of cut to reduce pushing sectionof thismanual.
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.A, N TENANCESCHEDULE _'___"_ ,s COM REGULAR SERVICE E DATES Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/InspectGrassCatcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under DriveCover Clean Under DriveCover (Power-Propelled Mowers) Check ddve belt/pulleys W {Power-Propelled Mowers) (Power-Propelled Mowers) R ChecWSharpen/Rspla_ ChecWSharpen/Rsplace Blade Lubdcalton Chart Lubdcalton Chart...
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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...
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CLEANING • Clean engine oftan to keep trash from accumulating. A doggedengineruns IMPORTANT: For best performance, hotter and shortens engine ge. 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.
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Immediately prepare your lawn mower for • When setting up your handle from the storage at the end of the season or if the storage position, the lower handle will unit will not be used for 30 days or more. automatically lock into the mowing position.
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ENGINEOIL ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace 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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section In manual unless directed to a Sears Servlce Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Stale fuel. 3. Drain tank and refill with fresh, clean fuel.
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TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed :oa Sears Service Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 1. Set to "Higher Cut" position. Rear of housing or blade dragging in heavy grass. Cutting too much grass. 2. Set to "Higher Cut" position.
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CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 944.362460 "f...
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CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER-- MODEL NUMBER 944.362460 I_EY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Handle AdjusterAssembly,LH ControlBar 179752 181405 ShoulderBolt5/16-18 181472 Upper Handle, with Grip 160828 WheelAssembly,Rear Lower Handle 180183 169708X479 Wheel Assembly,Front 179585 Rope Guide 180541 FlangedLocknut Lecknut 1/4-20 83923 636O1...
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BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K02-0181-E1 11019 LABEL K,T I 307_...
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BRIG'S & STRAI-rON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K02-0181-E1 969| 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET 633_ 276_ 127_...
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BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K02-0181-E1 689 O 1036 EMISSIONS LABEL I_'Y PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 692232 • Gasket, Crankcasa 697322 Cylinder Assembly 690912 399269 Kit, Bushing/Seal Screw,CylinderHead 691680 Plug, OII Drain 299819 • Seal, Oil, Magneto Side Crankshaft 493279 Sump, Engine...
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BF_IG'GS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 123K02-O181-E1 K]EY P/URnr K]EY PART DESCRIPlrlON DESCRIP11ON 499425 Ring Set, Piston,Standard 690670 Screw, AirCleanerCover 692523 Screw, AirCleaner PdmerBase 499426 Ring Set, Piston,.010" Oversize 491588 Filtar,AirCloanerCartridge 499427 Ring Set, Piston,.020" Oversize 691219 Cup, Flywheel 499428 Ring Set, Piston,.030"...
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