Craftsman 486.243222 User Manual

Owner's Manual

BROADCAST SPREADER

Model No. 486.243222

CAUTION:
Before using this product,
read this manual and follow
all Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.

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Safety

Assembly

Operation
Maintenance
Parts

FORM NO. 49457 (REV, 5/05)

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TABLE OF CONTENT

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SAFETY RULES

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

CARTON CONTENTS

ASSEMBLY.............................................................3,4

OPERATION

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5

MAINTENANCE.........................................................6

STORAGE..................................................................6

REPAIR PARTS ........................................................7

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE

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LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN SPREADER

For one year from the date of purchase, when this spreader is maintained and lubricated according to the operating
and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair any defect in materia! or workmanship free of
charge. If this spreader is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of
purchase.

This warranty does not cover repairs necessary because of operator negligence or abuse, including the failure to maintain
the equipment according to instructions contained in the owner's manual.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT

IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co. D/817 WA. Hoffman Estates, Chicago, IL 60179

The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
decal attached to the spreader.

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

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 operate without
proper instructions.

MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:

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 - 6 M.P.H.
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 con
cerning safe operation on slopes. Stay off steep
slopes!
Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.

486.243222

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Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means-AttentionI! Become alert!! Your safety
is involved.

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A 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4" X 1-3/4"
B 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4" X 2"
C 1 Hitch Pin
D 8
E 1

Nut, 1/4"
Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"

1. Spreader Assembly

2. Control Cable

3. Hitch Tube, R.H. (Right Hand)

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

(2)7/16" Wrenches

4. Hitch Tube, LH. (Left Hand)

5. Hitch Control Tube

6. Hitch Brackets (2)

REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON

• Remove a!i parts and hardware packages from the
carton. Lay out all parts and hardware and identify
using the itiustrations on page 3.

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Assemble vinyl caps onto the ends of the R.H. and

LH. Hitch Tubes. See figure 1.
Assemble the R.H. Hitch Tube to the spreader frame
tube using two 1/4" x 2" hex bolts and 1/4" nuts. Do

not tighten yet. Repeat for L.H. Hitch Tube. See
figure 1.

Assemble the Hitch Brackets to the Hitch Control
Tube using two 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolts and 1/4" nuts.
Tighten. See figure 3.
Assemble the hitch pin through the hitch brackets and
secure with the 1/8" hair cotter pin. See figure 3.

Assemble the Hitch Control Tube between the Hitch
Tubes using two 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolts and 1/4" nuts.
Tighten all bolts and nuts . See figure 2.

• Assemble the vinyl cap onto the Hitch Control Tube.
See figure 4.

• Assemble the Control Cable to the Hitch Control Tube
using the carriage bolt and nylon wing nut. See figure

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR SPREADER

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before
operating your Spreader.
Compare the illustration below with your Spreader to

familiarize yourself with the various controls and their
locations.

FLOW CONTROL LEVER Opens and closes the flow
plate on the bottom of the hopper.

ADJUSTABLE STOP Allows the flow control lever to be
moved to the same setting repeatedly.

USING YOUR SPREADER

• Check the material package and the Spreader
Settings sheet included with your spreader for the
proper spreader setting and application rate.

® Before filling spreader, move the control lever to the

"OFF" position.

» Move spreader onto a flat surface - either a walk or a

driveway - and fill.

® Slide the Adjustable Stop to the desired setting.

•• Start the spreader in motion, then move the control
lever forward against the adjustable stop to begin

spreading.

NOTE; Always place control lever in the "OFF" position

while filling spreader and when stopping or turning, to
prevent release of excess fertilizer.

APPLICATION TIPS

• This unit will cover a 4 to 8 foot wide area depending
on the material used and the towing speed.

® To avoid misses or striping, make each pass about

5 feet from the previous one so some overlapping of
spread pattern does occur.

® For easiest application, spread across the shortest

edges of lawn first, making two "header" strips for a
turning area, and then spreading between the header
strips. See figure 6.

• If lawn is odd shaped, spread a border around the
edges and then spread between the border. See
figure 6.

® Keep wheel approximately 4 feet from any area you

do not wish to spread.

IMPORTANT; Be careful when using spreader around

ornamental plants because weed control chemicals
can damage these plants.

HOW TO USE YOUR SPREADER

ADJUSTING THE FLOW RATE SETTING

• Loosen the wing nut that fastens the control to the
handle.

• Slide the Adjustable stop to the desired setting and
retighten the wing nut. See figure 5.

MAiNTENANC

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Fill in dates as you

complete regular service. Service Dates

Check for loose fasteners X
Clean X X

Lubrication X

CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS

Always empty spreader after each use, storing

• Make a thorough visual check of the Spreader for any
bolts and nuts which may have loosened. Retighten
any loose bolts and nuts.

LUBRICATION

• Apply a few drops of oil to all moving parts.

CLEANING

leftover material in it's original bag.
Wash the spreader and dry thoroughly after each use.

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STORAGE

• Empty and dean the hopper as instructed in
maintenance section.

Store in a dean, dry area.

STORAG

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REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.243222

REF.

NO.

PART

NO.

1 47994BLK 1 Hopper

2 49085 1
3 49087 1
4 49088 1 Hitch Tube (RH)
5 49091 1
6 43648 2 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1-1/2"
7 1509-69 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4"
8 47189 10 Nylock Nut, 1/4-20

9 43088 2 Washer, 1/4 Std
10 45165 1 Carriage Bolt 1/4-20 x 2"
11 47141 1 Nylon Wing Nut 1/4-20
12 47983 1
13 49820 1 Control Cable
14 46503 1

QTY. DESCRiPTION

Frame Tube
Hitch Tube (LH)

Hitch Control Tube

Flow Slide

Wheel

REF.

NO.

15 48865 1
16 44663 2 Hub Cap (Push Nut)
17 49082 1
18 47851 2 Spacer

19 49084 1 Gearbox
20 47124 1 Impeller
21 47963 2 Hex Flange Bearing
22 24446 2 Hitch Bracket
23 47623 1 Hitch Pin
24 46699 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20x2"
25 44481 3 Vinyl Cap
26 48934 1 Hairpin, Agitator
27 43343 1 Hairpin, Cotter

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QTY. DESCRIPTION

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