Craftsman 944.365450 User Manual

Owner's Manual
JCRAFTSMAN® IMOWER
ROTARY LAWN
5.5 Horsepower
Power-Propelled
21" Multi-Cut
Model No.
944.365450
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and Instructions
before operating this equipment
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

Craftsman 944.365450 Specifications

General

Brand	Craftsman
Model	944.365450
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

WARRANTY INFORMATION

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY

Follow all instructions before starting. Be familiar with controls and proper use.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Exercise caution on slopes; mow across the face and not up/down.

CHILD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Keep children out of the area. Be alert and turn off mower if children enter.

GASOLINE HANDLING SAFETY

Use extreme care with gasoline. It is flammable and vapors are explosive.

ASSEMBLY AND PRE-OPERATION

SETTING UP THE LAWN MOWER

Unfold handle carefully to avoid pinching control cables and secure with bolts and knobs.

ATTACHING THE GRASS CATCHER

Place grass catcher frame into bag, ensuring rigid part is bottom and frame handle is outside bag top.

INSTALLING ATTACHMENTS

Mower shipped as mulcher; convert to bagging or discharging by following operation section.

OPERATION GUIDE

MOWER OVERVIEW AND CONTROLS

Familiarize yourself with mower components, controls, adjustments, and safety symbols.

CPSC SAFETY COMPLIANCE

Unit conforms to ANSI and CPSC safety standards; blade turns when engine is running.

USING THE LAWN MOWER

Covers engine speed, zone control, drive control, and adjusting cutting height.

MOWER CONVERSIONS AND ATTACHMENTS

Instructions for attaching grass catcher, converting to mulching, bagging, or side discharging.

PRE-START CHECKS, STARTING, AND STOPPING

Check oil, fuel, start using choke/control, and stop the engine.

MOWING TECHNIQUES AND TIPS

Advice on mulching, cutting height, wet grass, and changing cutting patterns.

MAINTENANCE AND CARE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE ADVICE

Warranty does not cover abuse/negligence. Maintain unit as instructed for full warranty value.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Table outlining checks and services before/after use, per operating hours, and before storage.

LUBRICATION PROCEDURES

Keep unit well lubricated; refers to lubrication chart and general recommendations.

MOWER COMPONENT MAINTENANCE

Details maintenance for tires, drive wheels, blade care, grass catcher, and gear case.

ENGINE SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT

Covers changing engine oil, cleaning air filter, inspecting muffler, and replacing spark plug.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

SAFETY FOR SERVICE OPERATIONS

Release control bar, stop engine, ensure parts stopped, and disconnect spark plug wire.

MOWER ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES

Adjusting cutting height, rear deflector, drive belt, and handle height.

ENGINE SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS

Information on engine speed and carburetor, advising service center for adjustments.

STORAGE GUIDELINES

PREPARING MOWER FOR STORAGE

Clean, lubricate, check fasteners, and touch up paint before storing.

FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE

Instructions on how to fold the handle for compact storage, being careful of control cables.

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM STORAGE PREP

Empty fuel tank or use stabilizer to prevent gum deposits during storage.

ENGINE OIL AND CYLINDER STORAGE

Drain oil, add oil to cylinder for storage, and replace spark plug.

GENERAL STORAGE TIPS

Avoid storing gasoline long-term, store indoors, and use breathable covers.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

ENGINE STARTING AND POWER ISSUES

Causes like dirty air filter, stale fuel, or disconnected spark plug; solutions include part checks and replacements.

CUTTING QUALITY AND VIBRATION

Addresses poor cut, unevenness, and excessive vibration from worn blades or bent crankshafts.

OPERATIONAL AND DRIVE PROBLEMS

Covers starter rope issues, grass catcher not filling, hard to push, and loss of drive speed.