Craftsman 486.24331 User Manual
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32" SPIKER SPREADER
Model No. 486.24331
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. 48070 (REV. 5/20/08)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ..........................................................3
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ................................ 4
CARTON CONTENTS .................................................5
ASSEMBLY .................................................................. 5
OPERATION .............................................................. 12
WARRANTY
MAINTENANCE ........................................................13
STORAGE .................................................................13
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION ..............................14
REPAIR PARTS LIST.................................................15
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .....................Back Page
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Spiker Spreader 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 hitch tube.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER: 486.24331
SERIAL NUMBER: __________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: __________________
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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 owner's manual before attempting to
assemble or operate the spiker/spreader.
• Read the towing vehicle owner's manual and know
how to operate the tractor before using the
spiker/spreader attachment.
• Do not allow anyone to ride on or sit on the
spiker/spreader.
• Never allow children to operate the tractor or
spiker/spreader attachment.
• Do not allow adults to operate the tractor or
spiker/spreader without proper instructions.
• Read the chemical label for instructions and
cautions for handling and applying chemicals.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means — Attention!! Become
alert!! Your safety is involved.
• Wear eye and hand protection when handling and
using lawn chemicals.
• Always begin with the transmission in rst (low) gear
and gradually increase speed as conditions permit.
Maximum towing speed - 10 M.P.H.
• 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 tractor and spiker/spreader.
• Before operating the 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.
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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS
A
B
C D E F
K
L
M
G
H I
J
SHOWN FULL SIZE
O
P
Q
NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
N
T
U
S
W
X
FF
DD
GG
BB
CC
EE
AA
Z
Y
HH
II
R
V
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
A 2 Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 4"
B 3 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2-1/4"
C 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2"
D 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4"
E 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-1/2"
F 1 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1"
G 1 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1 1/4"
H 1 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 3/4"
I 1 Carriage Bolt. 5/16" x 1-3/4"
J 2 Self-Tapping Screw
K 6 Nylock Hex Nut, 1/4"
L 10 Nylock Hex Nut, 5/16"
M 2 Jam Hex Nut, 1/2"
N 2 Nylock Jam Hex Nut, 1/2"
O 2 Flat Washer, 1/4"
P 2 Nylon Washer, 21/64"
Q 4 Flat Washer, 5/16"
R 4 Flat Washer, 1/2"
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
S 10 Flat Washer, 5/8"
T 3 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"
U 1 Cotter Pin, 3/32" x 3/4"
V 1 Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"
W 1 Chain with Connector
X 13 Flanged Bearing
Y 1 Compression Spring
Z 1 1/4" Thick Spacer
AA 2 Short Spacer Tube
BB 5 Long Spacer Tube
CC 1 Flow Control Link
DD 1 Ferrule
EE 1 Control Lever Grip
FF 1 Height Adjustment Grip
GG 1 Plastic Wing Nut
HH 1 Flat Head Hitch Pin, 3/8"
II 1 Flow Plate Spring
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CARTON CONTENTS
1
2
3
8
12
10
9
4
6
7
5
11
ASSEMBLY
1. Chain Cover
2. Flow Control Lever
3. Center Brace
4. Hopper Assembly
5. Hitch Tube (2)
6. Lift Handle
7. Spike Disk (7)
8. Drive Disk Assembly (2)
9. Wheel (2)
10. Transport Tube Assembly
11. Hitch Bracket (2)
12. Spiker Shaft Assembly
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