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Craftsman 944.609940 User Manual

Craftsman 944.609940
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO,
944.609940
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and Instructuons
Before Operating
This Equipment
CRAFTSMAN+
24.0 HP
ELECTRIC START
50" MOWER
AUTOMATIC,
GARDEN TRACT_DR
Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustments
Repair Parts
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8

Table of Contents

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Craftsman 944.609940 Specifications

General IconGeneral
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Engine Type4-Cycle
Cutting Positions6
Cutting Width22 inches
Discharge OptionsSide, Mulch, Rear
Speed SettingsVariable
Warranty2-year limited

Summary

SEARS OWNER'S MANUAL

HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS

Instructions for ordering replacement parts and accessing service.

MODEL NUMBER INFORMATION

Identifies the specific model number of the tractor.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Details the Craftsman tractor's key specifications and model.

SAFETY RULES

GENERAL OPERATION SAFETY

Guidelines for safe and proper use of the cutting machine.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Precautions and procedures for operating on inclined surfaces.

CHILD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety measures to prevent child-related accidents.

SERVICE SAFETY GUIDELINES

Safety guidelines for handling fuel and performing maintenance.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Technical details and requirements for the tractor.

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT INFORMATION

Information regarding available service plans for the product.

REPAIR PARTS

HARDWARE PACK CONTENTS

List and visual guide to hardware included in the tractor's packaging.

ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES

REQUIRED ASSEMBLY TOOLS

List of necessary tools for assembling the tractor.

TRACTOR UNPACKING AND SETUP

Instructions for safely unpacking and initially setting up the tractor.

OPERATION OVERVIEW

SYMBOL MEANING EXPLANATION

Explanation of symbols that may appear on the tractor or in its literature.

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

TRACTOR CONTROL LOCATIONS

Identification and function of various controls and adjustments on the tractor.

OPERATING THE TRACTOR

SAFETY GLASSES REQUIREMENT

Requirement and importance of wearing protective eyewear.

PARKING BRAKE AND STOPPING PROCEDURES

Procedures for engaging the parking brake and safely stopping the tractor.

SLOPE AND TRANSPORTATION GUIDELINES

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Safety guidelines and procedures for operating the tractor on slopes.

TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES

Steps for safely moving the tractor on a trailer or truck.

ENGINE PREPARATION AND STARTING

ENGINE OIL AND FUEL CHECKS

Pre-operation checks for the engine, including oil level and fuel.

ADDING GASOLINE

Instructions for safely fueling the tractor's gasoline tank.

ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURES

Procedures for starting the tractor's engine in various weather conditions.

TRANSMISSION PURGE AND MOWING TIPS

TRANSMISSION PURGE PROCEDURE

Procedure to remove air from the hydraulic transmission for proper operation.

MOWING PERFORMANCE TIPS

Advice for achieving optimal mowing performance and results.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AND MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Recommended service intervals for tractor and engine components.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CARE

Advice on maintaining the tractor for warranty and performance.

LUBRICATION CHART AND GUIDELINES

Diagram indicating lubrication points and types of lubricants.

TRACTOR MAINTENANCE AND CARE

BRAKE OPERATION CHECKS

Checks and adjustments for the tractor's braking system.

TIRE PRESSURE AND CONDITION

Maintaining proper tire pressure and condition.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM VERIFICATION

Verification of safety interlock functions.

BLADE CARE AND SHARPENING

Instructions for maintaining mower blades, including sharpening.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Procedures for checking and maintaining the tractor's battery.

ENGINE AND TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE

BATTERY TERMINAL CLEANING

Steps to clean battery terminals for optimal performance.

TRANSAXLE COOLING AND BELT CHECKS

Importance of keeping transaxle clean and inspecting drive belts.

ENGINE LUBRICATION AND OIL CHANGE

Recommended oil types, change intervals, and oil change procedure.

AIR FILTER AND FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

AIR FILTER SERVICE PROCEDURES

Procedures for cleaning and servicing the engine's air filter system.

MUFFLER AND SPARK PLUG INSPECTION

Inspection and replacement of muffler and spark plugs.

FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES

Guidelines for replacing the fuel filter.

GENERAL CLEANING RECOMMENDATIONS

General cleaning instructions for the tractor's exterior and components.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR SERVICE

Essential safety precautions before any maintenance.

MOWER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Step-by-step instructions for detaching and attaching the mower deck.

MOWER HOUSING LEVELING ADJUSTMENTS

Procedures to ensure the mower deck is properly aligned for level cutting.

MOWER DECK PITCH ADJUSTMENTS

How to adjust the mower deck for proper front-to-back pitch.

MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

Procedure for taking off the mower drive belt.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

Procedure for installing a new mower drive belt.

CLUTCH AND BRAKE ADJUSTMENTS

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

Steps to adjust the electric clutch for proper engagement.

BRAKE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for adjusting the tractor's braking system.

DRIVE AND STEERING ADJUSTMENTS

MOTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Steps to replace the belt that drives the tractor's motion.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENT

Procedure to adjust the lever that controls speed and direction.

STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

How to correct misaligned front wheels.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Procedure for adjusting the front wheel alignment.

WHEEL AND STARTING SYSTEM SERVICE

TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE

Procedure to adjust front wheel toe-in for proper steering.

WHEEL REMOVAL FOR REPAIRS

Instructions for removing front and rear wheels for service.

STARTING ENGINE WITH WEAK BATTERY

Guidance on using jumper cables for starting.

LIGHTING, FUSE, AND ENGINE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS

HEADLIGHT REPLACEMENT

Procedure for replacing a burnt-out headlight bulb.

INTERLOCKS AND WIRING CHECKS

Checking wiring for potential issues affecting operation.

HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

Steps to detach the tractor's hood and grill.

THROTTLE AND CHOKE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS

Procedures for adjusting throttle and choke control cables.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

STORAGE PROCEDURES

TRACTOR STORAGE PREPARATION

Instructions for preparing the tractor for long-term storage.

BATTERY STORAGE PRECAUTIONS

Guidelines for storing the tractor battery to maintain its charge.

ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM PREPARATION FOR STORAGE

Steps to prepare the fuel system for storage to prevent issues.

ENGINE OIL AND CYLINDER PREPARATION

Procedures for preparing engine oil and cylinders for storage.

SERVICE NOTES

WIRING SCHEMATIC

WIRING HARNESS DETAILS

Identification of wiring harness connectors and routing.

REPAIR PARTS - ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

REPAIR PARTS - CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

REPAIR PARTS - GROUND DRIVE SYSTEM COMPONENTS

REPAIR PARTS - STEERING ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS

REPAIR PARTS - ENGINE COMPONENTS

REPAIR PARTS - SEAT ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS

REPAIR PARTS - LIFT ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS

REPAIR PARTS - MOWER DECK COMPONENTS

REPAIR PARTS - HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE COMPONENTS

REPAIR PARTS - HYDRO GEAR PUMP COMPONENTS

REPAIR PARTS - DECALS AND LABELS

REPAIR PARTS - WHEELS AND TIRES

List of components for the tractor's wheels and tires.

REPAIR PARTS - KOHLER ENGINE COMPONENTS

KOHLER ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD PARTS

List of engine cylinder head and breather components.

KOHLER ENGINE CRANKCASE PARTS

List of engine crankcase components.

REPAIR PARTS - KOHLER ENGINE HEAD/VALVE/BREATHER

KOHLER ENGINE CRANKCASE PARTS LIST

Detailed parts list for the engine's crankcase.

REPAIR PARTS - KOHLER ENGINE IGNITION AND ELECTRICAL

KOHLER ENGINE BLOWER HOUSING AND AIR INTAKE PARTS

Components for the engine's blower housing and air intake system.

REPAIR PARTS - KOHLER ENGINE IGNITION/CHARGING

KOHLER ENGINE BLOWER HOUSING/BAFFLES AND AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION

Parts for engine housing, baffles, air intake, and filtration.

REPAIR PARTS - KOHLER ENGINE STARTING SYSTEM

KOHLER ENGINE CONTROLS AND LUBRICATION PARTS

Parts for engine controls and lubrication system.

REPAIR PARTS - KOHLER ENGINE MISCELLANEOUS

KOHLER ENGINE NOT ILLUSTRATED PARTS

List of parts not visually depicted in the diagrams.

REPAIR PARTS - KOHLER ENGINE CRANKSHAFT, EXHAUST, AND FUEL SYSTEM

KOHLER ENGINE CRANKSHAFT/EXHAUST PARTS

Components for the engine's crankshaft and exhaust.

REPAIR PARTS - KOHLER ENGINE CRANKSHAFT/EXHAUST/FUEL SYSTEM

KOHLER ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM PARTS LIST

Detailed parts list for the engine's fuel system.

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY GUIDE

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