Craftsman 486244282 Owner’s Manual
Owner's Manual
CRAFTSMAN"
48" SNOW BLADE
Model No. 486.244282
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• Safety
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read
this manual and follow all
Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.
IMPORTANT - READ THIS FIRST!!!
For Missing Parts or Assembly Questions
Please Call 866-576-8388
Mon.-Fri. 7 am - 5 pm CST.
FAX 217-728-2032 or e-mail info@agri-fab.com
Missing parts will be sent UPS in 24 hours directly to your home.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 48930 (REV. 6/04)
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .............. BACK COVER
SAFETY RULES ........................................................... 2
ACCESSORIES ............................................................ 3
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ................................ 3
CARTON CONTENTS .................................................. 4
ASSEMBLY ............................................................. 5-10
OPERATION ......................................................... 11-12
MAINTENANCE .......................................................... 12
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................... 13
STORAG E ................................................................... 13
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 13
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION ............................. 14
REPAIR PARTS LIST ................................................. 15
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .............. BACK COVER
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON 48" SNOW BLADE
For one year from the date of purchase, when this snow blade is maintained and lubricated according to the operating and
maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship free of charge. If
this snow blade 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 isin 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
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.
1. Read the tractor and snow blade owner's manuals and
know how to operate your tractor before using tractor
with snow blade attachment.
2. Never operate tractor and snow blade without wearing
proper clothing suited to weather conditions and
operation of controls.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It mean--Attention!!
Become alert!! Your safety is involved.
The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
decal attached to the snow blade.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
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.
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
486.244282
TheseaccessorieswereavailableatmostSearsretailoutletsandservicecenterswhenyoupurchasedyoursnow
blade.MostSearsstorescanorderrepairpartsforyouwhenyouprovidethemodelnumberofyoursnowblade.
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WHEEL WEIGHT
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WEIGHT BRACKET
FOR DRAW BAR
(SHOWN FULL SIZE)
TIRE CHAINS
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18
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DESCRIPTION
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3-1/4" LG.
Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
Carriage Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/4"
Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"
Nylon Lock Nut, 1/4-20 Thread
Nylon Lock Nut, 5/16-18 Thread
Nylon Lock Nut, 3/8-16 Thread
Hex Jam Nut, 5/16-24 Thread
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DESCRIPTION
Clevis Pin, 5/8" x 1-1/4"
Clevis Pin, 1/2" x 1"
Hairpin Cotter, Large
Hairpin Cotter, Small
Cotter Pin 1/8" x 1-1/4"
Palnut, 3/8"
Washer 1/2"
Spacer, 9/16" OD x 5/8" LG.
Spacer, 9/16" OD x 1" LG.
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PARTS IN HARDWARE PACKAGES NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
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DESCRIPTION
Cable End Fitting
Cable Mount Bracket
Angle Lock Spring
Nylon Tie
Spring Mount Rod
Channel Pivot Pin
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Blade Adjust Spring
1
Plastic Grip
1
Grip Assembly
2
Angle Lock Bars
1
Blade Pivot Shaft
2
Frame Bracket
1
Rear Locating Bracket
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2
3
4
5
6
QTY.
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CARTON CONTENTS (Loose Parts in Carton)
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DESCRIPTION
Long Hanger Bracket
Short Hanger Bracket
Rear Mounting Bracket
Pivot Support Bracket
Thrust Channel
Channel Assembly
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REF. QTY.
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12
DESCRIPTION
1
Blade Assembly
1
Blade Pivot Rod
1
Lift Handle Tube
1
Lift Handle Rod
Rear Support Channel
1
Cable
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1)
(1)
(1)
(1)
(2)
(2)
Pliers
Hammer
Adjustable Wrench (or socket set)
9/16" Open End or Box End Wrench
7/16" Open End or Box End Wrench
1/2" Open End or Box End Wrench
REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON
• Remove the loose parts and the hardware packages
from the carton. Lay out all parts and hardware and
identify using the illustrations on pages 3 and 4.
IMPORTANT: You will not need all of the parts supplied
with your blade. Dispose of unused parts after you
have finished assembling the blade.
NOTE: Right hand (R.H.) and left hand (L.H.) are
determined from the operators position while
seated on the tractor,
_I CAUTION: Do not begin assembling until
the tractor engine, muffler and exhaust
deflector have been allowed to cool off.
TRACTOR PREPARATION
• Allow engine, muffler and exhaust deflector to cool
before beginning.
• Refer to tractor owner's manual to remove mower
deck or any other attachment you may have mounted
to your tractor. Mark all loose parts and save for
re-assembly.
IF YOUR TRACTOR HAS FRONT DECK SUSPEN-
SION BRACKETS, SKIP TO INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FIGURE 2.
IF YOUR TRACTOR DOES NOT HAVE FRONT
DECK SUSPENSION BRACKETS, USE THE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIGURE 1.
Figures 1A and 1B show how to attach Frame
Brackets to two different John Deere tractor
frames. Illustrations for attaching Frame Brackets
to other tractors are shown on page 10.
JOHN DEERE SABRE
TRACTOR FRAME
5/16" X 1"
HEX BOLTS
JOHN DEERE LT
TRACTOR FRAME
5/16" NYLON
LOCK NUTS
FRAME
BRACKETS
FIGURE1B
• Locate the Mower Deck Suspension Brackets at
the front of the tractor frame. See figure 2.
• Measure the distance "H" from the lower hole in
the Mower Deck Suspension Brackets (or Frame
Brackets) to the floor. If the distance is 6" or less,
the Hanger Brackets will be attached with legs
pointing down. If the distance is more than 6" the
Hanger Brackets will be attached with legs pointing
up. See figure 2.
• Measure the inside distance "W" between the
Mower Deck Suspension Brackets (or Frame
Brackets). The legs of the Hanger Brackets must fit
between these brackets. See figure 2.
• Stack the short Hanger Bracket on top of the long
one so that the legs are at opposite ends facing up.
See figure 2.
• Turn the Hanger Brackets up or down as required
by distance "H". Slide the Hanger Brackets apart
so that the legs will fit inside distance "W".
• Attach the Hanger Brackets to the slots in the top
of the Thrust Channel using two 3/8" x 1-1/4"
carriage bolts and 3/8" nylock nuts. Select a set of
slots that prevent interference between the front
plate on the Thrust Channel and the front of the
tractor. Center the brackets on the Thrust Channel
and tighten the nuts.
• For fit-ups to other tractors, see page 10.
TRACTOR
FRAME
FRAME
BRACKET_ _J_ __# 316"X 1"
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L;_i BO,TS
FIGURE 1A
SUSPENSION H
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HANGER BRACKETS
Ends down when "H" is less than 6"
Ends up when "H" is more than 6"
318" NYLOCK NUT
FIGURE2
3/8" x 1-1/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT
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