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SEARS
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
944.600191
Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety
Rules
and Instructmns
Before Operating
This Equipment
CRAFTSMAN +
19.5 HP
ELECTRIC START
42" MOWER
6 SPEED TRANSAXLE
LAWN TRACTOR
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
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Sears
Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
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- Page 1 SEARS OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 944.600191 CRAFTSMAN + 19.5 HP Caution: ELECTRIC START Read and follow all Safety Rules 42" MOWER and Instructmns Before Operating 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE This Equipment LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments •...
- Page 2 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. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: •...
- Page 3 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers & • Be sure the areaisclear of other people before mowing. Look for this symbol to point out impor- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. tant safety precautions. It means CAU- •...
- Page 4 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.
- Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 Steering (1) Washer Wheel Insert 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Extension Shaft (1) Knob teering Steering Wheel Ba_e_ Adapter (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (2) Keps Nut 1/4-20 Keys (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lockwasher (2) Keys...
- Page 6 ASSEMBLY Y_ur new tract_r has been assemb_ed at the fact_ry with excepti_n _f th_se parts _eftunassemb_ed f_r sh ipping purp_ses_ 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 Use terminal access doors for: NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten tractor from the skid. hardware). • Inspection for corrosion. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID(See Operation...
- Page 8 ASSEMBLY ,/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERA TEAND ENJO Y YOUR NEW TRAC- DEFLECTOR TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITYPRODUCT. PLATE PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST." All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in carton.
- Page 9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your product or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BA'I-FE RY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE...
- Page 10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with you r tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH...
- Page 11 OPERATION The operation of any tractor 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 If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to • Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • slower position. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT"...
- Page 13 OPERATION season. See Storage Instructionsfor additional information. When mowinglarge areas, start bytumingtothe right so Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,fences, tank or permanent damage may occur. driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See Fig.
- Page 14 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AS YOU COMPLETE f__-_'_ _._'_'_" REGOL RSERVlCE OATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure i Check Operator Presence and ' Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart 0 ' Check Battery Level Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...
- Page 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- EDGE UP BLADE nance. CENTER BRAKE OPERATION HOLE If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. FLAT WASHER_ (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"...
- Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour TO CLEAN BAI-FERY AND TERMINALS slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectionofthis manual. battery to "leak"...
- Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER AIR FILTER (See Fig. 14) Your engine will not runproperly using a dirtyair filter. Clean Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or equipped) as itcould create a fire hazard and/or damage, every season.
- Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Turn ignition key "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...
- Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See"PROD- NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
- Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" (See Fig. 21) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE NUT"A"...
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 24) WASHERS The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shiftlever RETAINING is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, AXLE proceed as follows: •...
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control • Pullbulbholderoutoftheholeinthebacksideofthegrill, devices and systems, which are being done at the custom- • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely ers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine back into the hole in the backside of the grill, repair establishment or individual.Warranty repairs must be...
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ACCELERATION TEST - • Move throttle control lever from slow to fast position. CHOKE engine hesitates or dies, turn idle mixture screw out (counterclockwise) 1/8turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary, until engine accele rates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted.
- Page 24 STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractorfor storage atthe end ofthe season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT PREVENT gasoline in the tank inside a building DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM...
- Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" pmpedy, 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 operotor-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Wom, bent or loose blade.
- Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER BLACK '© SOLENOID WHITE CLLUTCH/BRAKE Ale i (PEDAL UP) WHITE SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) WHITE /_7_ SWITCH BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK GROUNDING BLAc;,: (CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR METER • (OPTIONAL) BLACK UNIT SPARK •...
- Page 28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 ELECTRICAL p / i 52 _...
- Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 7603J Case Battery Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 x 7.5 145211 150109 Hold down Battery Front 145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4 Batt Frt 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In Washer Lock 1/4...
- Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
- Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 169830 Chassis 169061 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168337X011 Dash STD533710 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 155927 Panel Dash Lh 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P/L 172107X010 Panel Dash Rh 144983X558...
- Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 DRIVE...
- Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Cover Pedal BIk Round ..Transaxle (See Breakdown) 8883R Peerless 206-545C 140186 Engine Pulley LT/YT 146682 Bolt Hex Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 71170764 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18" tires STD55143 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16 12000028...
- Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 STEERING ASSEMBLY _'_3B _-_- C7" _36 _-_- < _'--i...
- Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 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 944.600191 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 121248X 140123 Seat Bushing Snap BIk Ny150 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20xl -1/2 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 134300 STD523710 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc...
- Page 37 Decal Replacement Parts 163259 Decal Dash Pnl 165800X428 Pad Footrest LH STLT 137259 165799X428 Pad Footrest RH STLT Decal Waming Mult-Language 163204 Decal Craftsman 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 173485 Manual Owner's (English) 173486 Manual Owner's (French) PART WHEELS & TIRES...
- Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 ENGINE _" "_4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
- Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 162152 ControlThrot Paddle 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T ..Engine (See Breakdown) B&S Model No. 461707-0145-E3 149723 Muffler Exhaust 144069 Exhaust Asm. Left 144068 Exhaust Asm. Right 138129 ClampTube Double Engine 150176...
- Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 MOWER DECK 151---_ _153 \_ 185 153j _-"" _,JP" _f" oo, , _ 4o \-¢ _._. 45 40"_37 .146 1o6/_, 103 105 103F \/F )' / 101/_ 104 106 _--- 102_ >21...
- Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 165892 Bolt, Shoulder #10-24 Grade 5 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 131340 Bolt STD541410 Locknut STD533107 138017 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 139888 165460 Bracket Sway Bar 38/42"...
- Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER 944,600191 LIFT '718...
- Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunge5r 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove STD581062 E Ring 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 944.600191 PEERLESS PMST TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C...
- Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 PEERLESS PMST TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 206-545C PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 772147 Transaxle Cover 790079 Brake Lever 780086A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/4" Needle Bearing 5/8" 792073A 770128 Transaxle Case 792085A Screw 1/4 - 20 x 2 1/4"...
- Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 847 I 441 /_ o, 1081 _ 1095 VALVE OVERHAUL GASKET SET 615A _ I _s_ !,=J 46 ti'_/i '111 "_/ 1019 LABEL KIT 258 ! 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL...
- Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 122 _o_ 51 _'_ ,_ z_'_ 634A o 50 _-_:_ , ,_. 267 _ 725_ 661 PUMP REPAIR KIT 392 _ 432 _ 366 306A 659% ,,.33 _ 297_...
- Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944,600191 BRIGGS & STRATrON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 30'1 311 _4 _?; 803 797A 697 _' 544_ 358 GASKET 51 !i_ _-" 11, _ 7 ___ o. 12 !, 177 _' 51A '_,j_ (_._...
- Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 498583 690718 Screw (Throttle Valve) Cylinder Assembly 693485 Shaft-Throttle 399265 Bushing/Seal -_-Seal-Oil 391086 807923 Kit-Idle Speed 493304 Sump-Engine 693509 •Gasket-Carburetor...
- Page 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 944.600191 BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER 461707, TYPE NUMBER 0145-E3 KEY PART KEY PART NO: NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 94930 Screw (Cylinder Shield) 797A 693167 Nut (Starter Terminal) 497596 Motor-Starter 394860 Cap-Drive...
- Page 51 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, "" "-... NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING "_ ..CUT ou_ - ou,o 15 SI. _" _NEs SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15°...
- Page 52 [RRFTSMRN° SEARS OWNER'S 19.5 HP MANUAL ELECTRIC START 42" MOWER 6 SPEED TRANSAXLE LAWN TRACTOR Each tractor has its own model number. Each engine has its own model MODEL NO. number. The model number for your tractor will be found on the model plate located 944.600191 under the seat.