Craftsman 48624321 Owner’s Manual

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BROADCAST SPREADER

Model No. 486.24321

DO NOT RETURN TO STORE For Missing Parts or Assembly

Questions Call 1-866-576-8388

CAUTION:

Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety

Rules and Operating Instructions.

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,, Operation ,, Maintenance

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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com/craftsman

PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 42096 (12/08/08)

SAFETY RULES .............................................................. 2

WARRANTY .................................................................... 2

FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART .................................... 3

CARTON CONTENTS ..................................................... 4

ASSEMBLY ...................................................................... 4

MAINTENANCE .............................................................. 9

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ..................................... 9

REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION ................................... 10

REPAIR PARTS LIST..................................................... 11

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ...................... BACK PAGE

OPERATION .................................................................... 8

Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the equipment. Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment

• Read the towing vehicle owners manual and towing vehicle safety rules. Know how to operate your tractor before using the broadcast spreader attachment.

Read the chemical label instructions and cautions for handling and applying the chemicals purchased for

spreading. Wear eye and hand protection when handling and when applying lawn or garden chemicals.

• Never operate tractor and spreader attachment without wearing substantial footwear, and do not allow anyone to ride or sit on spreader attachment

frame. Never allow children to operate the tractor or

spreader attachment, and do not allow adults to

Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear and with the engine at low speed, and gradually

increase speed as conditions permit. Maximum towing speed - 10 M.RH. When towing broadcast spreader do not drive too

close to a creek or ditch and be alert for holes and other hazards which could cause you to loose control

of the broadcast spreader and tractor.

Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer to the safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual concerning safe operation on slopes. Stay off steep slopes!

Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as outlined in this manual.

operate without proper instructions.

CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY

When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this Craftsman product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date or purchase, return it to any Sears store or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free replacement.

This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.

This warranty does not include items considered to expendable parts that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 DO NOT RETURN TO STORE for Missing Parts or Assembly Questions

Call 1-866-576-8388 Attachment Hotline

The model number and serial numbers will be found on a

MODEL NUMBER:

486.24321

decal attached to the Broadcast Spreader.

SERIAL NUMBER:

You should record both the serial number and the date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.

2 Call 1-866-576-8388 for missing parts or assembly help

DATE OF PURCHASE:

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REF QTY DESCRIPTION

A 5 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1- 1/2" B 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1"

C 1 Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4" D 9 Nylock Nuts, 1/4-20

E 4 Nylon Washer F 8 Flat Washer, 5/16"

G 1 Cotter Pin, 3/32" x 3/4"

H 3 Flat Washers 1/2"

REF QTY DESCRIPTION

I 1 Hair Cotter Pin

J 1 Hitch Pin

K 2 Spacers

L 1 Nylon Wing Nut

M 1 Adjustable Stop

N 1 Flow Control Link

O 1 Grip

P 2 Hub Cap

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1. Hitch Tube 6. Flow Control Rod

2. Flow Control Arm 7. Drive Wheel

3. Hitch Bracket 8. Wheel

4. Flow Control Mount Bracket 9. Hopper Assembly

5. Braces (2) Hardware Package (see page 3)

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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY (!) Pliers

(2) 7/16" Open or Box End Wrenches (2) 1/2" Open or Box End Wrenches (1) Small Hammer

STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 1)

* Turn the spreader upside down so that it rests on the

hopper.

CROSSOVER TUBE SHAFT

I SUPPORT

PLATE

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STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 2)

, Remove lock nut from the middle bolt in the crossover

tube and shaft support plate. Leave the bolt in place.

, Assemble the short end of the hitch tube onto the

middle bolt and secure it with the same lock nut you

removed. Do not tighten at this time.

, Assemble two hitch braces to inside of hopper frame,

one on each side, using two 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolts and two 1/4" nylock nuts. Do not tighten at this time.

, Assemble the two hitch braces to the hitch tube using

a 1/4" x 1-1/2" hex bolt and a 1/4" nylock nut. Do not tighten at this time.

iMPORTANT: The hitch tube must attach to the side of

the crossover tube opposite the shaft support plate.

FIGURE 1

SHAFT SUPPORTPLATE CROSSOVER

MIDDLE BOLT TUBE

HITCH TUBE

"MIDDLE

LOCK NUT

1/4" × 1=1/2" 1/4" HEX BOLT NUT

HITCH BRACE HITCH BRACE

FIGURE 2

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