Operator's Manual ® 42" SNOW BLADE Model No. 486.24441 CAUTION: Before using this product, read and follow all Safety, Assembly and Operating Instructions • • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Parts IMPORTANT: For Missing Parts or Assembly Questions Call 866-576-8388 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com/craftsman PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 49795 (REV.
TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY .................................................................... 2 SAFETY RULES ............................................................. 2 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS .......................... 3 FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ................................... 3 CARTON CONTENTS .................................................... 4 ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 5-10 OPERATION .........................................................
ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These and other accessories are recommended for use with your unit. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to find out if they are available. If available, they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. WHEEL WEIGHT WEIGHT BRACKET FOR DRAW A BAR AW TIRE CHAINS SNOW CAB FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART M F A B D O E P SPECIAL USE ONLY C S Q N H T G R I K L J REF. QTY. A B C D E F G H I J K 1 1 1 14 2 2 6 6 2 3 3 DESCRIPTION REF. QTY.
PARTS IN PACKAGES NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE 1 2 9 8 5 7 3 10 11 4 6 REF. QTY. 1 2 3 4 5 6 2 1 1 2 1 1 DESCRIPTION Cable End Fitting Cable Mount Bracket Angle Lock Spring Nylon Tie Spring Mount Rod Channel Pivot Pin REF. QTY. 7 8 9 10 11 1 1 1 2 1 DESCRIPTION Blade Adjust Spring Plastic Grip Grip Assembly Angle Lock Bars Blade Pivot Shaft CARTON CONTENTS (Loose Parts in Carton) 12 17 14 16 13 15 20 18 21 19 REF. QTY. 12 13 14 15 16 1 1 1 2 1 DESCRIPTION Hanger Bracket, L.H.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH SINGLE FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKET TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) (1) Pliers Hammer Adjustable Wrench (or socket set) 9/16" Open End or Box End Wrench 7/16" Open End or Box End Wrench 1/2" Open End or Box End Wrench • Remove all parts and hardware packages from the carton. Lay out parts and hardware and identify using the illustrations on pages 3 and 4. STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 2) • Remove the tractor hood.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH DUAL FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKETS STEP 6: (SEE FIGURE 6) • Attach the R.H. hanger bracket to the two front empty holes on the right side of the tractor frame using two new 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D), 3/8" lock washers (L), and 3/8" flat washers (N) as shown. For the rear hole, use a 3/8" x 1" hex bolt (D), 3/8" lock washer (L) and 3/8" flat washer (N) with a large 1/2" washer (M) placed between the hanger bracket and the tractor frame. Tighten. Repeat for the left side.
STEP 8: (SEE FIGURE 8) • Attach the R.H. hanger bracket to the three holes shown on the side of the tractor frame using three 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D), 3/8" lock washers (R) and 3/8" flat washers (N). Use 3/8" nylock nuts (L) on inside of frame if bolts insert freely into holes. Tighten. • Repeat for other side. STEP 10: (SEE FIGURE 10) • Assemble the pivot support bracket to the angle support brackets using four 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D) and four 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Do not tighten yet.
STEP 12: (SEE FIGURE 12) • Insert the round hook end of the angle lock spring up through the hole in the spring mount bracket. • Insert the angle lock bars down through the slot in the channel. Underneath the channel, place a 1" long spacer (U) on each side of the angle lock bars and insert a 1/4" x 3-1/4" bolt (A) through the channel, angle lock bars and the spacers. Secure the bolt with a 1/4" nylock nut (J). Tighten so that lock bars can pivot freely.
STEP 16: (SEE FIGURE 16) • Assemble ball end of control cable up through hole in cable end fitting and pull until ball slips inside curled edge of fitting. If ball won't slip under edge of curl, it will need to be inserted through open end of curl. • 1/8" x 1-1/4" COTTER PIN (P) PLASTIC CAP 3/8" HEX NUT (TOP) Assemble 1/4" x 1-1/2" (B) hex bolt down through the cable end fitting, the 5/8" long spacer (T) and the left hand hole in the channel assembly. Secure with a 1/4" nylock nut (J). Tighten.
STEP 19: (SEE FIGURE 19) • From the left side, insert the welded end of the lift handle rod through the hole in the end of the channel assembly (Figure 18). Next, insert the lift link pin through the hole in the bracket that is welded to the lift handle rod. (The lift link is pre-assembled to the pivot support bracket). Secure the bracket with a hairpin cotter (O) inserted up through the lift link pin.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW BLADE Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your snow blade. Compare the illustration below with your snow blade to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations. LIFT HANDLE TUBE LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASSEMBLY BLADE PIVOT ROD ANGLE LOCK BARS BLADE ADJUST SPRING LIFT HANDLE ROD BLADE SHOE CONTROL CABLE BLADE PIVOT SHAFT LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASS'Y.
Wheel weights and tire chains must be used with your snow blade for traction. These accessories are available at your nearest Sears retail store. CAUTION: Carefully inspect the area to be worked before operating the snow blade. Avoid pipes, roots, curbs or other heavy obstructions. Using the Snow blade • Prepare the lawn tractor engine for cold weather using instructions furnished with the lawn tractor. • Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear and gradually increase speed as required.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS To Adjust the Blade Pivot Lock Mechanism To Adjust Blade Spring • • The tension of the blade adjust spring may be altered to permit the blade to tilt forward to bypass solid obstructions. To change the spring tension, adjust the nuts at upper end of the spring bolt. Standing in front of blade, turn the nuts counterclockwise to relieve tension and clockwise to increase tension. Refer to figure 17 on page 9.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Blade is difficult to raise. Lift mechanism is binding Lubricate pivot points as shown in figure 25 on page 12. Blade is difficult to pivot. Handle tube is binding on lift rod. Lubricate lift handle rod as instructed on page 12. Blade will not unlock to pivot. Lock mechanism is out of adjustment and is not disengaging. Refer to the Service and Adjustments section on page 13.
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