Craftsman 48624350 Owner’s Manual
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48" PLUG AERATOR
Model No. 486.24350
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.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
,, Safety
,, Assembly
,, Operation
,, Maintenance
,, Parts
FORM NO. 42130 (10/01/08)
WARRANTY .................................................................... 2
SAFETY ........................................................................... 3
CARTON CONTENTS ..................................................... 3
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART .................................... 4
ASSEMBLY ...................................................................... 5
MAINTENANCE .............................................................. 9
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS .......................................... 9
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION ................................... 10
REPAIR PARTS LIST..................................................... 11
PARTS ORDER/SERVICE ............................ BACK PAGE
OPERATION .................................................................... 9
ONE YEAR 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 of 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 if this product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty gives you specific 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 48" Plug Aerator.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
486.24350
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DO NOT RETURN TO STORE
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.
Always begin with the transmission in first (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 aslope, 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.
1. Tray 7. Hitch Bracket
2. Wheels (2) 8. Shaft
3. Wheel Brackets (3) 9. Middle Brace
4. Tongue 10. Knives (32)
5. End Plates (2) 11. Double Spool Assemblies (4)
6. Lift Handle Hardware Pack (Shown next page)
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DESCRIPTION
Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 3-1/2" Lg.
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1-3/4" Lg.
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1-1/4" Lg.
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" Lg.
Hex Bolt, 5/16"x 3/4" Lg.
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4"
Hitch Pin
Hair Cotter Pin
Nylock Jam Nut, 1/2"
Nylock Nut, 3/8"
Nylock Nut, 5/16"
Nylock Nut, 1/4"
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REF QTY
M 2
N 32
O 8
P 8
Q 1
R 2
S 1
T 2
U 1
V 1
W 8
Jam Nut, 1/2"
Lock Washer, 5/16"
Flat Washer, 3/4" (2 for shims)
Spacer, 1/4" Long
Spacer Tube, 3.90" Long
Spacer Tube, 1.00" Long
Spacer Tube, 2.38" Long
Spacer Tube, 5.29" Long
Shoulder Spacer
Handle Grip
Split Plastic Bearing
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DESCRIPTION
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