Sears 944.36201 manual

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    Owner's Manual ROTARY LAWN MOWER 3.5 Horsepower 20" Side Discharge Model Number 944.362010 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 ................................................. 2 Safety Rules ........................................ 2-4 Assembly / Pre-Operation ................... 6-7 Operation ........................................... 8-10 Maintenance Schedule ........................ 11 Maintenance .................................... 11-14 Product Specificati[...]

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    • Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear. • Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while moving backwards. • Do not operate the mower without proper guards, plates, grass catcher or other safety protective devices in place. • [...]

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    • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine (motor) is running. • Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check comp[...]

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    Parts Bag contents shown full size (4) Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 1 (4) Washers 7/8" @ (4) Flange Locknuts 3/8-16 (2) Washers 1-1/4" (4) Shoulder Bolts (2) Hex Bolts1/4-20 x 3/4 (4) Locknuts 3/8 - 16 (2) Washers 3/4" (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 © (5) Locknuts 1/4-20 (1) Hex Washer Head Self-tapping Screw #10-24 x 1/2 R[...]

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    _CAUTION: Do not operate this mower without the discharge guard or an entire approved grass catcher in place. These guards are for your protection and are required by the American National Standards Institute and Consumer Products Safety Commission. ACAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact [...]

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    1-1/4" (rear wheel only) Mower housing Shoulder bolt 3/8-16 Wheel Locknut ASSEMBLE DISCHARGE GUARD 1. Place discharge guard on top of lawn mower discharge opening. 2. Install two (2) 1/4-20 x 3/4 hex bolts through housing and discharge guard, 3. Install two (2) 3/4" diameter washers and two (2) 1/4-20 Iocknuts. Tighten securely. Locknut.=[...]

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    KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUALAND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the iliustralJons with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the p[...]

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    The operation of any lawn mower 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 lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MO[...]

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    ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 Adays to assure fuel freshness. CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline n[...]

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    .A,NTENANOESC.EDULE AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE f__ _()_r_._C-Z SERVICE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners Ikf I1_ Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher , (If Equipped) t/ _ M Clean Lawn Mower O Clean Under Drive Cover W (Power-Propelled Mowers) ¥# E Check drive belt/pulleys R IP°wer-Pr°pelled Mowers) I_ Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade _3 Lubrication Chart I[...]

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    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Serial Number: Date of Purchase: Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.0 Quarts (unleaded regular) Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Champion RJ19LM Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs. • The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the re[...]

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    GRASS CATCHER (if purchased as an accessory) • 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 catcher. Give the lawn mower model number when order[...]

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    MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" in Maintenance section of this manual. CLE[...]

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    Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. 1. Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance [...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Center. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1, Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Out of fuel. 3. Stale fuel. 4. Water in fuel. 5. Spark plug wire is disconnected. 6. Bad spark plug. 7. Loose blade or broken blade adapter. 8. Control bar in rel[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Sears Service Center. CAUSE PROBLEM Loss of power Poor cut - uneven Excessive vibration Starter rope hard to pull 1. Rear of housing or blade dragging in heavy grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 3. Dirty air filter. 4. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 5. Too muc[...]

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    ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 944.362010 11 12 14 22 39 2O 21 24 24 f 2O 19 _ 23 21 _ 22 13 22 33 35[...]

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    ROTARY LAWN MOWER -- MODEL NUMBER 944.362010 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 86902 2 179585 3 750097 4 172146X479 5 63601 7 169711X479 8 163799 9 7435O424 10 86899X004 (.D 11 66426 12 137009 13 700839)(479 14 140541 16 87584X004 17 851201X004 18 53847 19 752052 20 67609 21 700263 22 136624 23 107339X DESCRIPTION Control Bar RopeGuide Screw, Hex Washer Head, Sel[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 9E902-0214-B1 ] 1058 OWNER'S MANUAL I 524 83_ _ I 358 GASKET SET _ 524_ 190_ 190A_ 670[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 9E902-O214-B1 901 973 393 _ 39ol 612 617 188 _22_ I 1036 LABEL-EMISSION I 1 ._.m 65y 592 ® 58_ 6o_ 689 621 745A_ 7451 s29_ 772T 365 925 729 _3 615 ° 209 J-- 616 334_ I 851 332 455_ 469_ 73( 23 37A 3O4 1276 3O5 _ 37 21[...]

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    BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 9E902-0214-B1 K_-Y PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION K]EY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 697401 Cylinder Assembly 337 802592 2 399269 Bushing 356 692390 3 299819 ° OilSeal 358 298989 4 697412 Engine Sump 363 19069 5 690386 Cylinder Head 365 692200 7 692288 Cylinder Head Gasket 383 89838 8 495785 Breather Assy ([...]

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    SERVICE NOTES 23[...]

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