Craftsman 486.24326 User Manual
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40" PLUG AERATOR
Model No. 486.24326
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read
this manual and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
FORM NO. 40016 (REV. 05/15/08)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ..............................................................2
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ....................................3
CARTON CONTENTS ..................................................... 4
ASSEMBLY ......................................................................4
OPERATION .................................................................... 8
MAINTENANCE ............................................................10
STORAGE ..................................................................... 10
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION ..................................12
REPAIR PARTS LIST.....................................................13
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ........................Back Cover
WARRANTY
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Plug Aerator fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair (or
replacement if repair proves impossible).
If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
decal attached to the aerator.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER: 486.24326
SERIAL NUMBER: __________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: __________________
SAFETY
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 this owners manual carefully for operating and
service instructions before attempting to assemble or
operate this equipment. Be thoroughly familiar with
the proper use of this equipment.
• Read the vehicle owners manual and vehicle safety
rules, and know how to operate the vehicle before
using this equipment.
• Never allow children to operate the tractor or plug
aerator attachment, and do not allow adults to operate
without proper instructions.
• This aerator attachment has sharp knife points.
Always handle with care and wear substantial foot
wear when operating this aerator.
• Do not allow anyone to ride or sit on plug aerator
attachment frame or on towing vehicle.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and also pets.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means — Attention!!
Become alert!! Your safety is involved.
• Always begin with the transmission in rst (low) gear
and engine at low speed, and gradually increase
speed as conditions permit.
• The vehicle braking and stability may be affected
with the attachment of this equipment. Be aware of
changing conditions on slopes. Refer to safety rules in
the vehicle owner's manual concerning safe operation
on slopes. STAY OFF OF STEEP SLOPES.
• Always operate up and down a slope, never across
the face of a slope
• This equipment should be operated at reduced speed
on rough terrain, along creeks and ditches and on
hillsides, to prevent tipping and loss of control. Do not
drive too close to a creek or a ditch.
• Do not tow this equipment on a highway or any other
public thoroughfare.
• Follow the maintenance instructions as outlined in this
owners manual.
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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS
A D E
B
C
G
F
H
I
J
K
M
O
P
N
R
Q
S
SHOWN FULL SIZE
NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
T
V
W
U
L
HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS
Key Qty. Description
A 2 Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 3-1/2" Lg.
B 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1-3/4" Lg.
C 1 Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1-1/4" Lg.
D 8 Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" Lg.
E 8 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4" Lg.
F 1 Hair Cotter Pin, Large
G 1 Hitch Pin
H 2 Nylock Jam Nut, 1/2"
I 8 Nylock Nut, 3/8"
J 8 Nylock Nut, 5/16"
K 8 Nylock Nut, 1/4"
L 2 Jam Nut, 1/2"
Key Qty. Description
M 1 Nylock Nut, 1/2"
N 4 Flat Washer, 3/4"
O 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 3/4"
P 1 Clevis Pin
Q 1 Hair Cotter Pin, Small
R 1 Spacer Tube, 3.70" Long
S 1 Spacer Tube, 1" Long
T 4 Spacer Tube, 1.33" Long
U 2 Stop Bracket
V 1 Handle Grip
W 8 Split Plastic Bearing
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CARTON CONTENTS
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12
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8
1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (B)
1/4" NYLOCK
NUT (K)
LIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY
SPLIT
BEARING (Y)
SPLIT
BEARING (Y)
SPLIT
BEARING (Y)
SPLIT
BEARING (Y)
1. Tray
2. Wheel Brackets (2)
3. Middle Brace
4. Hitch Bracket
ASSEMBLY
5. Tongue
6. End Plates (2)
7. Lift Handle
8. Lift Lever Assembly
9. Single Spool Assemblies (2)
10. Shaft
11. Double Spool Assemblies (2)
12. Wheels (2)
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(2) 7/16" wrenches
(2) 1/2" wrenches
(2) 9/16" wrenches
(2) 3/4" wrenches or adjustable wrenches
• Attach the lift lever assembly to the two holes in the
middle of the shaft using two 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolts
(B) and a 1/4" nylock nuts (K). Tighten. See gure 1.
CAUTION: Points of aerator knives
are sharp! Exercise caution at all times
while assembling and using the aerator.
• Push split plastic bearings (Y) into both ends of all
single and double spool assemblies. See gure 2.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
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