Craftsman 944.364150, 944.364152, 944.364151, 944.364153 Owner's Manual
02489
586984927 Rev. 1 06.26.14 BY Printed in U.S.A.
Model No.
944.364150
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and In struc tions
before operating this equipment
Owner’s Manual
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
160cc Honda Engine
21" Multi-Cut
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario M5B 2B8
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Safety Rules ......................................... 2-3
Warranty - Lawn Mower ....................... 4-5
Product Spec i fi ca tions ........................... 5
Assembly/Pre-Operation ...................... 6-7
Operation ............................................ 8-11
Maintenance Schedule .......................... 12
Maintenance ..................................... 12-15
Service and Adjustments .................. 15-16
Storage ............................................. 16-17
Troubleshooting ................................ 18-19
Repair Parts ...................................... 20-27
Warranty - Honda Motor ................... 28-29
Sears Service ..........................Back Cover
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES
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.
Look for this symbol to point out im por tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.
WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, always
dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire
where it can not come in contact with plug.
CAUTION: Muffl er and other engine
parts become extremely
hot during operation and
remain hot after engine
has stopped. To avoid
severe burns on contact,
stay away from these areas.
I. CHILDREN
WARNING: CHILDREN CAN
BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR
KILLED BY THIS EQUIPMENT.
Carefully read and follow all of
the safety instructions below.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children be a minimum of
12 year of age before operating a pedestrian controlled lawn mower and a minimum of 16 years of age before operating a
riding lawn mower.
Tragic accidents can occur if the op er a tor is
not alert to the presence of children. Children
are often attracted to the ma chine and the
mowing activity. Never assume that children
will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the mowing area
and under the watchful care of a re spon-
si ble adult other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn machine off if chil dren
enter the area.
• Before and while walking back wards,
look behind and down for small chil dren.
• Never allow children to operate the
machine.
II. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
in struc tions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting. Be thor ough ly
familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis charge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the in struc tions, to operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by blade.
Stay behind the handle when the engine
(motor) is running.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop ma chine if anyone
enters the area.
• Do not operate machine bare footed or
while wearing sandals. Al ways wear
substantial footwear with good ankle
support while mowing.
• Do not pull mower backwards unless
absolutely nec es sary. Always look down
and behind before and while moving
backwards.
• Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against
a wall or obstruction. Material may richochet back toward the operator. Stop blade
when crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate the mower without
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
oth er safety protective devices in place.
• See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories. Only use accessories approved by
the manufacturer.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing grav el
drives, walks, or roads.
• Never leave a running machine unattended.
• Stop the engine (motor) and wait until the
blade comes to a complete stop before
clean ing the machine, removing the grass
catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute.
• Mow only in daylight or good artifi cial light.
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SERVICE NOTES
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SERVICE NOTES
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• Do not operate the machine while under
the infl uence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
fi rm hold on the handle; walk, never run.
• Disengage the drive system, if so equipped,
before starting the engine (motor).
• If the equipment should start to vi brate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and
check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
• Always wear eye protection when op er at ing machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may obscure vision.
• When loading or unloading this machine,
do not exceed the maximum recommended operation angle of 15°.
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while operating this machine, including (at a minimum) sturdy
footwear, eye protection, and hearing
protection. Do not mow in shorts or
open toed footwear.
Always let someone know you are outside
mowing.
III. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip &
fall accidents, which can result in severe
injury. All slopes require extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
DO:
• Mow across the face of slopes: nev er
up and down. Exercise extreme caution
when changing direction on slopes.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps or hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a
slip and fall accident. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
DO NOT:
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or
embankments. You could lose your footing or balance.
• Do not mow on wet grass or excessively
steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a
slip and fall accident.
IV. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely fl ammable and
the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes
and other sources of ignition.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with
the engine running.
• Allow engine to cool before refueling.
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open fl ame, spark
or pilot light such as a water heater or on
other appliances.
• Never fi ll containers inside a vehicle, on
a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
Always place containers on the ground
away from your vehicle before fi lling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from
the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change
clothing immediately.
• Never overfi ll fuel tank. Replace gas
cap and tighten securely.
V. GENERAL SERVICE
• Never run a machine inside a closed area.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with
the engine (motor) running. Dis con nect the
spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent ac ci den tal starting.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
Check their proper operation reg u lar ly.
Never do anything to interfere with the
intended function of a safety device
or reduce the protection provided by a
safety device.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you
strike an object. Repair, if nec es sary,
before restarting.
• Never attempt to make wheel height
adjustments while the engine is running.
• Grass catcher components are sub ject
to wear, dam age, and de te ri o ra tion,
which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check com po nents and replace with
man u fac tur er’s recommended parts,
when necessary.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut.
Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and
use extra caution when ser vic ing them.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
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WARRANTY
GENERAL: Craftsman products are warranted to be free from defects in materials
or workmanship for a specifi c time period as set-out below (the “Warranty Period”).
Warranties extend to the original purchaser of a Craftsman product only. Purchases
made through an online auction or through any website other than www.sears.ca are
excluded. The relevant Warranty Period commences on the original date of purchase.
Within this period, Sears Canada, Inc. will, at its sole option, repair or replace any products
or components which fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no
charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible
for any transportation cost.
EXCLUSIONS: This warranty does not cover failures due to normal wear, abuse, misuse,
neglect (including but not limited to the use of stale fuel, dirt, abrasives, moisture, rust,
corrosion, or any adverse reaction due to improper storage or use habits), improper
maintenance or failure to follow maintenance guidelines and/or instructions, failure to
operate the product in accordance with the owner’s manual or any additional instructions
or information provided at the time of purchase or in subsequent communications with
the original purchaser, accident or unauthorized alterations or repairs made or attempted
by others. Also excluded from warranty coverage – except as provided below - are the
following: maintenance, adjustments, components subject to wear including but not
limited to: cosmetic components, belts, blades, blade adapters, bulbs, tires, fi lters, guide
bars, lubricants, seats, grips, recoil assy’s, saw chains and bars, trimmer lines and spools,
spark plugs, starter ropers and tines, and discoloration resulting from ultraviolet light. Any
product missing the model and/or serial number identifi cation label will be disqualifi ed
from coverage under this warranty.
REPAIRS: Repairs have a 90 day warranty. If the defective product is still within the
Warranty Period, then the new warranty is 90 days from the date of repair or to the end of
the original Warranty Period, whichever period is longer.
DISCLAIMERS: THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE
EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER ORAL OR
WRITTEN (OTHER THAN AS STATED HEREIN), AND WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED
OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY. THIS WARRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM PROVINCE TO
PROVINCE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL SEARS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE
OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. THE
EXCLUSIONS IN THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL NOT APPLY IN JURISDICATIONS WHERE
APPLICABLE LAW DOES NOT ALLOW FOR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. IN SUCH JURISDICTIONS, THIS PARAGRAPH SHALL
NOT APPLY, BUT THE REMAINING PROVISIONS OF THIS DOCUMENT SHALL
REMAIN VALID.
Sears retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the product or offer a full refund of
the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES: In additional to complying with all suggested
maintenance guidelines and instructions, customers’ obligations shall include but shall
not be limited to: operating the product in accordance with the owner’s manual or any
additional instructions or information provided at the time of purchase or in subsequent
communications to the purchaser from time to time, exhibit reasonable care in the use,
operation, maintenance, general upkeep and storage of the product. Failure to comply
with these requirements will void any applicable warranty.
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American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Power Equipment Customer Relations
4900 Marconi Drive
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847
Telephone: (888) 888-3139
Email: powerequipmentemissions@ahm.honda.com
or
Honda Canada Inc.
Power Equipment Customer Relations
Visit www.honda.ca
for contact information.
Telephone: (888) 946-6329
Only Honda approved replacement parts may be used in the performance of any warranty repairs
and must be provided without charge to the owner. The use of replacement parts not equivalent
to the original parts may impair the effectiveness of your engine emission control system. If such
a replacement part is used in the repair or maintenance of your engine, and an authorized Honda
dealer determines it is defective or causes a failure of a warranted part, your claim for repair of
your engine may be denied. If the part in question is not related to the reason your engine requires
repair, your claim will not be denied.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
You must, at your own expense, take your Honda Power Equipment engine or the product on which
it is installed, along with your sales registration card or other proof of original purchase date, to any
Honda Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Honda to sell and service that Honda product
during his normal business hours. Claims for repair or adjustment found to be caused solely by
defects in material or workmanship will not be denied because the engine was not properly maintained and used.
If you are unable to obtain emission warranty service or are dissatisfi ed with the warranty service
you received, contact the owner of the dealership involved. Normally this should resolve your problem. However, if you require further assistance, contact the Honda offi ce in your region:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. / Honda Canada Inc. 10/2009 00X51-ZG0-6110 PWL50975-M
EXCLUSIONS:
Failures other than those resulting from defects in material or workmanship are not covered by this
warranty. This warranty does not extend to emission control systems or parts that are affected or damaged by owner abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, misuse, misfueling, improper storage, collision, the incorporation of, or use of, unsuitable attachments, or the unauthorized alteration of any part.
This warranty does not cover replacement of expendable maintenance items made in connection
with required maintenance service after the item’s fi rst scheduled replacement as listed in the maintenance section of the product owner’s manual, such as: spark plugs and fi lters.
Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Honda Canada Inc. disclaim any responsibility for incidental
or consequential damages such as loss of time or the use of the power equipment, or any commercial loss due to the failure of the equipment; and any implied warranties are limited to the duration
of this written warranty. This warranty is applicable only where the California, U.S. EPA, or Environment Canada emission control system warranty regulation is in effect.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY PARTS:
SYSTEMS PARTS
COVERED: DESCRIPTION:
Fuel Metering Carburetor Assembly (Includes Starting Enrichment System), Engine Temp erature Sensor, Engine Control Module, Fuel Regulator, Intake Manifold
Evaporative Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap, Fuel Hoses, Vapor Hoses, Carbon Canister, Canister
Mounting Brackets, Fuel Strainer, Fuel Cock, Fuel Pump, Fuel Hose Joint,
Canister Purge Hose Joint
Exhaust Catalyst, Exhaust Manifold
Air Induction Air Filter Housing, Air Filter Element*
Ignition Flywheel Magneto, Ignition Pulse Generator, Crankshaft Position Sensor, Power
Coil, Ignition Coil Assembly, Ignition Control Module, Spark Plug Cap, Spark Plug*
Crankcase Emission Control Crankcase Breather Tube, Oil Filler Cap
Misc. Items Tubing, Fittings, Seals, Gaskets & Clamps associated with these listed systems
Note: This list applies to parts supplied by Honda and does not cover parts supplied by the equipment manufacturer. Please see the original equipment manufacturer’s emissions warranty for
non-Honda parts.
* Covered up to the fi rst required replacement only.
See the Maintenance Schedule in the owner’s manual.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with the U.S. EPA, Environment Canada, and
State of California emission regulations (models certifi ed for sale in California only). American Honda Motor Co., Inc. provides the emission warranty coverage for engines in the United States and its
territories. Honda Canada Inc. provides the emission warranty for engines in the 13 provinces and
territories of Canada. In the remainder of this Emission Control System Warranty, American Honda
Motor Company Inc. and Honda Canada Inc. will be referred to as Honda.
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS:
California
The California Air Resources Board and Honda are pleased to explain the emission control system
warranty on your Honda Power Equipment engine. In California, new spark-ignited small off-road
equipment engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog
standards.
Other States, U.S. territories, and Canada
In other areas of the United States and in Canada, your engine must be designed, built, and
equipped to meet the U.S. EPA and Environment Canada emission standards for spark-ignited
engines at or below 19 kilowatts. Specifi c Honda products that do not meet the California emissions
regulations can be identifi ed by a “Not for sale in California” decal.
All of the United States and Canada
Honda must warrant the emission control system on your power equipment engine for the period
of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your
power equipment engine. Where a warrantable condition exists, Honda will repair your power
equipment engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts, and labor.
Your emission control system may include such parts as the carburetor or fuel injection system,
the ignition system, and catalytic converter. Also included may be hoses, connectors, and other
emission-related assemblies (see next page for additional covered parts).
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITY:
As the power equipment engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required
maintenance listed in your owner's manual. Honda recommends that you retain all receipts covering
maintenance on your power equipment engine, but Honda cannot deny warranty coverage solely
for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
As the power equipment engine owner, you should however be aware Honda may deny you warranty coverage if your power equipment engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper
maintenance, or unapproved modifi cations.
You are responsible for presenting your power equipment engine to a Honda Power Equipment
dealer as soon as a problem exists. The emission related warranty repairs should be completed
in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions regarding your
emission warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Honda offi ce in your region:
WARRANTY COVERAGE:
Honda power equipment engines sold in the United States and Canada are covered by this warranty for a period of two years from the date of delivery to the original retail purchaser or the length
of the Honda Distributor’s Limited Warranty, whichever is longer. This warranty is transferable to
each subsequent purchaser for the duration of the warranty period.
If any emission-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by
Honda without charge for diagnosis, parts, or labor. All defective parts replaced under this warranty
become the property of Honda. A list of warranted parts is on the reverse side of this warranty
statement. Normal maintenance items, such as spark plugs and fi lters, that are on the warranted
parts list are warranted up to their required replacement interval only.
Honda will also replace other engine components damaged by a failure of any warranted part during the warranty period.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Power Equipment Customer Relations
4900 Marconi Drive
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847
Telephone: (888) 888-3139
Email: powerequipmentemissions@ahm.honda.com
or
Honda Canada Inc.
Power Equipment Customer Relations
Visit www.honda.ca
for contact information.
Telephone: (888) 946-6329
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. / Honda Canada Inc. 10/2009 00X51-ZG0-6110 PWL50975-M
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LIST OF APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIODS: The following list contains the applicable
Warranty Period for your Craftsman product and is based on a combination of the type of
product or component and the intended and actual use of the product or component:
1. 90 DAYS: Craftsman products intended for use or actually used for commercial,
institutional, professional or income-producing purposes
2. 2 YEARS: Craftsman riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors, walk behind
mowers, tillers, brush cutters, snow blowers, handheld blowers, backpack blowers,
hedge trimmers and electrical products for noncommercial, nonprofessional, noninstitutional, or non-income-producing use, except for those components which are
part of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manufacturers for which
the purchase has received an separate warranty with product information supplied at
the time of purchase.
3. 1 YEAR: Craftsman power cutters, stump grinders, pole pruners, gas chain saws,
electric chain saws, trimmer attachments, baggers and pole saws for noncommercial,
nonprofessional, non-institutional, or non-income-producing use.
4. 90 DAYS: All defective batteries, which will be replaced during this 90-day Warranty
Period.
5. 60 DAYS: Additional Warranty Period of 60 days will apply to adjustments and worn
products or components BUT DOES NOT INCLUDE WEAR OR ADJUSTMENTS
for products used for commercial, institutional, professional or income-producing
purposes. Wear items include but are not limited to: belts, blades, tires, spark plugs,
air fi lters, chains, shear bolts, skid plates, scraper bars, drift cutters, ropes, tines,
collection bags and pulleys.
As the Warranty Period runs from the date of purchase and NOT from the date that a
product is delivered, opened, assembled or fi rst used, plea se ensure during this time
period that your product or component has been assembled and tested for correction
operation regardless of when you intend to actually use it. Claims made after the
Warranty Period has expired will not be honored.
PROOF OF PURCHASE/DOCUMENTATION: Warranty coverage is conditioned upon
the original purchaser furnishing Sears Canada or its authorized third party service
provider if applicable, with the original sales receipt or other adequate written proof of
the original purchase date and identifi cation of the product. In the event that the original
purchaser is unable to provide a company of the original sales receipt, Sears Canada
Inc. reserves the right to determine in its sole discretion what other written proof of the
original purchase date and identifi cation of the product is acceptable.
WARRANTY
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1,14 Litres (Unleaded Regular)
Oil Capacity: 0,66 Litres
Oil Type (API SG–SL): SAE 30 (above 0°C/32°F) or SAE 10W-30
Spark Plug (Gap: 0,76 mm) NGK BPR5ES
Valve Clearance (± 0.04 mm): Intake: 0.015 mm; Exhaust: 0.020 mm
Blade Bolt Torque: 35–40 ft. lbs. (47–54 Nm)
• The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower
housing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
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