_)wner's Manual " CRAFTSMAN + t.0 HORSEPOWER Z0" SIDE DISCHARGE ::IOTARY LAWN MOWER Vlodel No. )44.360030 Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Repair Parts CAUTION: _ead and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions :}efore operating this equipment Sears Canada, Inc.
Warranty .......................... " ................... Safety Rules ......................................... Assembly .............................................. Operation. ............................................. Maintenance Schedule ........................ Maintenance ......................................... 2 2 4 5 8 8 Product Specifications .......................... 9 Service and Adjustments ....... _.............. 12 Storage .................................................
• Check fuel tank before starting engine. Do not fill gas tank indoors,when the engine is running or when the engine is hot. Allow the engineto cool for several minutesbefore filling the gas tank. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine. • Always make wheel height adjustments before starting your mower. Never attempt to do this while the engine is running. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. OPERATION: • Keep your eyes and mind on your mower and the area being cut.
Reed these instructionsand this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of thceepads left unassembled for shipping puq0oses. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrationswith your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the Iocat_n of v@riqu _ controls and _td_u_ments. ,_ave this manual for future referance. l"heeesymbols mayappearon yourlawnmotor or In literaturesuppliedwiththeIXOduc& _ _ undastandtheremeaning.
mower can result in foreign The operation of any lawn objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER • Mower can now be used for side discharging or optional grass catcher can be attached. • To retum to mulching operation, simply reinstall mulcher plate as shown.
Instructionsfor additionalinformation.Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. ACAUTION: Fillto bottom of gas tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spillor use gasoline near an open flame. Gasoline filler cap Eng ne oi plug/ TO START ENGINE • To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) times before trying to start. Use a firm push.
AS YOU COMPLETE a o J__'_O_l::=_,llr'l= Check for LooseFasteners I,/ (If Equipped) Glean/InspectGrassCatcher clean Lawn Mower Clean Under DriveCover !,/ ll/ I1_/_ E_ Checkdrivebelt/pulleys (Power-Propelled Mowers) I/' (Power-PropelledMowers) R Check/Sharpen/Replace r', I,/ Blade 1/'3 Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Recharge /Electric Start Mowers I RECheck ChangeErmine EngineOilOilLevel 1/ I1_ q,/ I/ b/'4 1_1.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER SERIALNUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GASOLINE CAPACITY/TYPE: 944.360030 OILTYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 320F) 20 OZS. CHAMPION RJ19LM OR J19LM INTAKE: .004 - .008 EXHAUST: .004 - .008 1.25 QUARTS UNLEADED REGULAR (API-SF/SG/SH): OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUG (GAP: .030") VALVE CLEARANCE: SOLID STATE IGNITION AIR GAP: BLADE BOLT TORQUE: .01251N, 35-40FT. LBS. • The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the rear of the lawn mower housing.
IMPORTANT: treated. Blade bolt is grade 8 heat TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. • To check blade balance, drive a nail into a beam or wall. Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed.
_.IR FILTER "our engine will not run properly and may e damaged by using a dirty air filter. laplace the air filter every year, more ften if you mow in very dusty, dirty onditions. Do not wash air filter. O CHANGE AIR FILTER Remove the air filter by turning counterclockwise to the stop and pull away from collar. Remove filter from inside of cover. Clean the inside of the cover and the collar to remove any dirt accumulation. Insert new filter into cover.
AUTION: Before performing any ice and adjustments: 31ease control bar and stop engine. ake sure the blade and all moving =ds have completely stopped. _connect spark plug wire from spark _g and place where it cannot come in ,ntact with plug. /NMOWER _JUST Lower handle CUTTING HEIGHT 1"O ADJUST CU'I-I'ING HEIGHT" in the ation section of this manual.
Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or ifthe unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWNMOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, dean it thoroughly,remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a dean, dry area. • Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that all nuts, belts, screws, and pins are securely fastened.
ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual). CYLINDER • Remove spark plug. • Pour one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder. • Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil. • Replace with new spark plug. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Excessive vibration CHART CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Bent engine crankshaft. Starter rope hard topull . Engine flywheel brake is on when control bar is released 2. Bent engine crankshaft. 3. Blade adapter broken. 4. Blade dragging in grass. 1. Replace blade. "13ghten blade bolt. 2. Contact an authorized service center. 1. Depress control bar to upper handle before pulling starter rope. 2. Contact an authorized service center.
REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN ROTARY LAWN MOWER- -MODEL NO. 944.
REPAIR PARTS CRAFTSMAN ,,4 ROTARY KEY PART NO. NO.
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.
CRAFTSMAN KEY NO. 1 PART NO.
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.004006 I I I KEY NO. PART NO. ----632670 1 631615 2 4 5 6 7 16 25 27 28 29 30 631767 631184 631183 632504 650506 631775 631867 631024 632019 631028 631021 31 35 35A 40 44 48 631022 632694A 632647 632503 27110 631027 DESCRIPTION Carburetor (Incl.
CRAFTSMAN 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NO. 143.004006 KEY NO, PART NO. ----590694 I 590599A 2 590600 3 590696 4 590601 5 590697 6 590698 7 590699 8 590700 11 590695 12 590535 13 590701 DESCRIPTION Recoil Starter Spring Pin (Incl. 4) Washer Retainer Washer Brake Spring Starter Dog Dog Spring Pulley & Rewind Spring Ass'y. Starter Housing Ass'y. (40 degree grommet) Starter Rope ( 98" X 9/64" alia.) Starter Handle B--5 O--2 KEY NO. PART NO.
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