Craftsman 486244281 Owner’s Manual
OWNERS
MANUAL
Model No.
486.244281
48"
SNOW BLADE
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CAUTION:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
48" SNOW BLADE
• Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Repair Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179 U.S.A.
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES
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 equlpment,
1. Read the tractor and snow blade owners manuals and know howto operate yourtractor before using tractorwlth snow blade
attachment,
2, Never operate tractor and snow blade without wearing proper clothing suited to weather conditions and operation of
controls,
3, Never allow children to operate tractor and snow blade, and do not allow adults to operate without proper instructions,
4, Always begin with transmission in first (low) gear and gradually increase speed as required.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS,
I' & 7,*
IT MEANS -- ATTENTIONI BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CONGRATULATIONS onyour purchaseof aSearssnow
blade, It has been designed, manufactured and engi-
neeredto give youthe best possibledependabilityand
performance,
Should you experience any problem you can not easily
remedy, please contact your nearest Sears Service Cen-
ter/Department. We have competent well trained techni-
cians and the proper tools to service or repair this snow
blade.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your snow blade
properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules,
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring
for and using your snow blade.
• Follow the instructions under "Customer Respon-
sibilities" and "Storage" sections of this manual.
MODEL NUMBER: 486,244281
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND
ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE SNOW BLADE,
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH THE SERIAL NUMBER
AND THE DATE OF PUROHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
LIMITED ONEYEAR WARRANTY ON 48" SNOW BLADE
Forone year from the date of purchase, when thissnow blade is maintained and lubricated according to the operating and
maintenance instructions inthe owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship.
Ifthissnow blade isused for cornmerctal or rental purposes, thiswarranty appliesfor only90days from the date of purchase,
Thls warranty"does not cover:
repairs necessary because of operator negligence orabuse, includingthe 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/DEPART
MENT 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, ILLINOIS 60179
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ............................................................... 2
ACCESSORIES .................................................................. 3
CARTON CONTENTS ................................................... 3-4
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ..................................... 4
ASSEMBLY FOR 917.., SERIES .................................. 5-6
ASSEMBLY FOR 502.., SERtES ................................... 7-8
ASSEMBLY FOR 536.. SERIES ................................. 9-10
UNIVERSAL FINALASSEMBLY ................................ 11-14
OPERATION .............................................................. 15-16
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .................................. 16
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS .................................... 17
STORAGE ....................................................................... 17
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS ...................................... ! 7
PARTS EXPLOSION ....................................................... ! 8
REPAIR PARTS .............................................................. 19
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .................... BACK COVER
ACCESSORIES
These accessories were available when your snow blade was purchased. They are also available at most Sears
retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model
number of your snow blade.
WHEEL WEIGHT
WEIGHT BRACKET
TIRE CHAINS
48" SNOW BLADE CARTON CONTENTS (HARDWARE PACKAGE SHOWN ON PAGE 4)
2 _16 18 __..
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BAG (C)
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REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
Parts Loose in
1 1
2 1
3 1
4 1
5 1
6 1
7 1
8 1
9 1
10 1
Parts in BAG (A) (used on all tractors)
! 1 1 Extension Spring
12 1 Grip Assembly
13 1 Blade Pivot Shaft
14 1 Blade Adjust Spring
15 2 Angle Lock Bars
Carton (used on all tractors)
Blade Assembly
Pivot Support Bracket
Channel Assembly
Brace Tube (R.H,)
Brace Tube (L,H.)
Frame Assembly
Handle Tube
Lift Rod
Blade Pivot Rod
Cable
Parts in Carton (B) (used on 917 tractors only)
16 1 Pivot Plate Bracket
17 1 Frame Reinforcement Bracket, R.H.
18 1 Frame Reinforcement Bracket, L.H.
Parts in Bag (C) (used on 917 & 502 tractors)
19 1 Brace Mount Bracket (L.H.)
20 1 Brace Mount Bracket (R.H.)
Parts in Bag (D) (used on 502 & 536 tractors)
21 1 Frame Bracket (L.H,)
22 1 Frame Bracket (R.H.)
Part in Bag (E) (used on 502 tractors only)
23 1 Axle Pivot Bracket
Hardware Package (Shown On Page 4)
NOTE: Not all parts and fasteners will be used for
any one particular tractor fit-up.
..... BAG (D)_j
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FIGURE 1
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HARDWARE PACKAGE
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A 1 Spring Mount Rod
B 2 [ Palnut, 3/8'"
C 2 Cotter Pin 1/8" x 1-1/4"
D 1 Angle Lock Spring
E 2 Cable End Fitting
F 4 Hex Jam Nut 5/16 Thread
G 1 Spacer, 9/16" OD x 5/8" LG.
H 1 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
I 5 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 Thread
J 1 Cable Mount Bracket
K 1 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"
L 3 Hex Lock Nut 1/4.20 Thread
M 2 Spacer, 9/16" OD x 1" LG.
N 2 Carriage Bolt 3/8- ! 6 x 1-1/4"
O 4 Lock Washer 5/16"
P 22 Hex Lock Nut 3/8-16 Thread
Q 4 Hairpin Cotter
R 1 Channel Pivot pin
S 2 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 3/4" LG.
T 14 Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1"
U 2 Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 2"
V 4 Spacer, 1" OD x .60 LG.
W 4 Hex Bolt, 5/1@18 x 3/4" LG.
X 22 Washer, 3/8" Lock
Y 1 Washer 1/2"
Z 4 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4" LG.
AA 1 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 8-i/4" LG,
AB 2 Washer, 3/8" 8TD.
AC 2 Nylon Tie
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3/8"X2_
5/16"X 3/4"
318"LOOK NUT
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112"WASHER
818"WASHER
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9/16" ODX !' LG,
SPACER
6/16"X1-1/2"
3/8"x 1=
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1' OD X ,60 LQ,
8PACER
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6/18"JAM NUT
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5116" LOCK NUT
1/4" LOCKNUT
5/16" LOOKWASHER
X
818"LOCKWASHER
FULL SiZE HARDWARE REFERENCE CHART
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1)
(1)
(1)
(1)
(1)
(1)
Pliers
Hammer
Adjustable Wrench (or socket set)
9/16" Open End or Box EndWrench
7/16" Open End or Box End Wrench
1/2" Open End or Box End Wrench
Parts Baa Usaae:
You will use the following enclosed
bags based on the first 3 digits of your
TRACTOR model number.
Model No. Parts Bags Used
502 A, C, D and E Only
536 A and D Only
917 A, B and C Only
DISCARD UNUSED BAGS.
REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON
O
Attach the left and right hand tube braces on the inside
of the left and right hand sides of the frame assembly
using four 3/8"x 1" hex bolts, Iockwashers and Iocknuts.
Both tube braces should angle up and out. Do not
tighten at this time. See figure 2,
PIVOT PLATE R.H. TUBE
BRACKET BRACE LH. TUBE
\ 3/8"x1.1/4,, BRACE
'}['_-_ _ .J._/_'q _ 3/8" LOCK
" \ v 3/8" LOCK NUT _,, FRAME
PIVOT SUPPORT BRACKET ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 2
• Refer to carton contents on page 3 and figure I on page
4 for parts and hardware needed to assemble snow
blade.
NOTE: Right hand (R.H.) and left hand (L.H,) are deter-
mined from the operators position while seated on
the tractor.
TRACTOR PREPARATION
• Remove mower deck or any other attachment you may
have mounted to your tractor. Mark all loose parts and
save for re-assembly. Refer to owners manual for
removal of mower/attachment.
ASSEMBLY OF SNOW BLADE TO
MODEL NO. 917 TRACTORS
Use all parts packed loose in Carton, and all
parts in Bag (A), Carton (B) and Bag (C).
Discard Bag (D) and Bag (E).
Not all parts in Hardware Package will be
used.
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Using the two bottom holes, attach the pivot support
bracket to the front of the frame assembly using two
3/8" x 1" hex bolts, Iockwashers and lock nuts. See
figure 2. Do not tighten till next step.
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Using the two top holes assemble the pivot plate bracket
to the front (inside) of the frame assembly using two
3/8" x 1-1/4" hex bolts, Iockwashers and lock nuts. See
figure 2. Tighten all loose bolts.
• To attach the frame reinforcement brackets in the next
step, the tractor hood can be removed for easier access.
Refer to your owner's manual for removal of hood.
O
Attach R.H. and L.H. frame reinforcement brackets to
front oftractor frame using four 3/8" x 1" hex bolts, four
3/8" lock washers and four 3/8" lock nuts. Do not
tighten. See figure 3.
3/8" LOCK 3/8" LOCK
WASHER (4) = NUT (4)
/
3/8"xi" "__
HEX BOLT =(4) /_ .-L_ _
_ REII"iF:OARcCKA_I:ENT
ACTOR
(_ _ \ FRAME
R.H. FRAME (FRONT)
REINFORCEMENT
BRACKET
FIGURE 3
5
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ....
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Lower the mower lift assembly.
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Starting at the rear of the foot rest, remove and discard,
if present, the two bolts in the bottom set of holes as
illustrated in figure 4. Repeat on opposite side foot rest,
• Place a 3/8" x 3/4" hex bolt in ear of both brace mount
brackets as shown in figure 4. Now, using the two small
bottom slots in the brace mount brackets, attach both
brackets (R,H and L.H,) underneath both sides of the
tractorframe using four 3/8"x 1" hex bolts, lock washers
and look nuts, (Brackets should be positioned on the
inside of the frame with ears to the rear end pointing
outward,) Do not tighten. See figure 4,
REAR FENDER 3/8" x 1" HEX BOLT
BOLTS REMOVED FROM
THESE TWO HOLES
Attach blade frame assembly to inside of tractor frame
by aligning holes in pivot plate bracket with holes in front
end of tractor ,frame and holes in frame reinforcement
brackets, Secure using two 3/8" x 1-1/4" hex bolts, 3/8"
flat washers, 3/8" lock washers and 3/8" lock nuts.
Tighten, See figure 6.
FRAME
REINFORCEMENT
BRACKETS
TRACTOR
FOOT REST
BRACE
MOUNT
" WASHER
3_"HEXLOCKNUT
!
3_"LOCK
BRACKET
3/8" X3/4" HEX BOLT FRONT-----_
FIGURE 4 (Right hand side view
• Raise the mower liftassembly,
• 811debladeframeassemblyundertractor,withthebrace
tubesat the rear.
Attach brace tube to brace mount bracket using the
3/8" x 3/4" hex bolt already assembled tn previous step.
Secure with a 3/8" lock washer and 3/8" lock nut. Repeat
this step on opposite side, Do not tighten at this time.
See figure 5,
3/8 FLAT
WASHER
J 3/8" x %1/4"
I
HEX BOLT
3/8" PIVOT
LOCK PLATE
WASHER BRACKET
FIGURE 6
Atthis time tighten ail ofthe following bolts previously left
untightened.
Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the frame reinforcement
bracket to the tractor frame.
Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the tube braces to the
frame assembly.
Tighten the 2 bolts fastening the tube braces to the
brace mount brackets.
Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the brace mount brackets
to the tractor frame.
3/8" LOCK
WASHER _ T _'_
[ BRACE TUBE (R.H.)
3/8" LOCKNUT
FIGURE 5
(Right handaide view)
FRONT
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See FINAL ASSEMBLY on page 11to complete your
hook up,
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