Operator's Manual
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42" SNOW BLADE
Model No. 486.24441
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read and follow all Safety, Assembly and Operating Instructions
IMPORTANT: For Missing Parts or
Assembly Questions Call 866-576-8388
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
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY |
2 |
SAFETY RULES |
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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS |
3 |
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART |
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CARTON CONTENTS |
4 |
ASSEMBLY |
5-10 |
OPERATION |
11-12 |
MAINTENANCE |
12 |
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS.................................... |
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STORAGE................................................................. |
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TROUBLESHOOTING............................................... |
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REPAIR PARTSILLUSTRATION...................................... |
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REPAIR PARTS LIST................................................ |
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PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE............... |
BACK COVER |
WARRANTY
ONEYEAR FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Snow Blade 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 specifi c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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.
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.
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 fi rst (low) gear and gradually increase speed as conditions permit.
Lookforthissymboltopointoutimportantsafetyprecautions.Itmeans—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.
MODEL NUMBER: |
486.24441 |
SERIAL NUMBER: |
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DATE OF PURCHASE: |
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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
Theseandotheraccessoriesarerecommendedforusewithyourunit.Call1-800-4-MY-HOME®tofi ndoutiftheyareavailable. If available, they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
WHEEL WEIGHT |
TIRE CHAINS |
WEIGHT BRACKET |
SNOW CAB |
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REF. |
QTY. |
DESCRIPTION |
A |
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Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3-1/4" LG. |
L |
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Nylock Hex Nut, 3/8-16 Thread |
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Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" |
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Large 1/2" Washer |
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Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2" |
N |
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3/8" Flat Washer |
D |
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Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1" |
O |
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Hairpin Cotter |
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Carriage Bolt, 3/8 x 1-1/4" |
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Cotter Pin 1/8" x 1-1/4" |
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Carriage Bolt, 5/16 x 1" |
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1/2" Washer |
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Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" (Thread Forming) |
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Lock Washer, 3/8" |
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Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1" |
S |
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Palnut, 3/8" |
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Hex Jam Nut, 5/16-24 Thread |
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Spacer, 9/16" OD x 5/8" LG. |
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Nylock Hex Nut, 1/4-20 Thread |
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Spacer, 9/16" OD x 1" LG. |
K |
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Nylock Hex Nut, 5/16-18 Thread |
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PARTS IN PACKAGES NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
CARTON CONTENTS (Loose Parts in Carton)
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REF. 
QTY. 
DESCRIPTION
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Hanger Bracket, L.H.
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Hanger Bracket, R.H.
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Pivot Support Bracket
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Angle Support Bracket
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Channel Assembly
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REF. |
QTY. |
DESCRIPTION |
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Blade Assembly |
18 |
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Blade Pivot Rod |
19 |
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Lift Handle Tube |
20 |
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Lift Handle Rod |
21 |
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Cable |
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ASSEMBLY 
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) Pliers
(1) Hammer
(1) Adjustable Wrench (or socket set)
(1) 9/16" Open End or Box End Wrench
(1) 7/16" Open End or Box End Wrench
(1)1/2" Open End or Box End Wrench
•Remove all parts and hardware packages from the carton. Lay out parts and hardware and identify using the illustrations on pages 3 and 4.
NOTE: Not all of the supplied parts and hardware will be needed for one particular tractor. Unneeded items may be discarded after assembly has been completed.
NOTE: Right hand (RH) and left hand (LH) are determined from the operator's position while seated on the tractor.
CAUTION: Do not begin assembling until the tractor engine, muffl er and exhaust defl ector have been allowed to cool off.
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 1)
•Look under the front of your tractor. If there is a single mower deck suspension bracket located underneath the middle of the front axle, continue on to step 2. If your tractor does not have a mower deck suspension bracket underneath the middle of the front axle, skip to step 4 on page 6 for tractors with dual suspension brackets.
INSTRUCTIONS FORTRACTORSWITH SINGLE FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKET
STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 2)
•Remove the tractor hood. Refer to your tractor owners manual for instructions on how to properly remove the hood.
•Remove the browning shield from the front of the tractor as shown. Hold onto the shield as you remove the second bolt to prevent it from falling.
NOTE: Reinstall the browning shield before using your tractor
FIGURE 2
STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 3)
•Fasten the R.H. hanger bracket (bend facing out) to the holes indicated in the tractor frame. If there is an engine mounting plate like the one drawn with
dotted lines, use large 1/2" fl at washers (M) as shims between the hanger bracket and the tractor frame in the locations shown. In the front three holes use three
3/8" x 1" carriage bolts (H), two large 1/2" washers
(M)if needed, and three 3/8" nylock nuts (L). In the rear hole use a 5/16" x 1" carriage bolt (F), a large 1/2" washer (M) if needed, and a 5/16" nylock nut (K).
Tighten all bolts. Repeat for the L.H. hanger bracket.
•Reinstall the browning shield then go to step 9 on page 7.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 3
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INSTRUCTIONS FORTRACTORSWITH DUAL FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKETS
STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 4)
•Compare your tractor to the illustrations shown in
fi gure 4. If your tractor resembles the top illustration, go to step 5. If your tractor resembles the bottom illustration, go to step 7.
TYPE A
FRONT SUSPENSION
BRACKET
TYPE B
FRONT SUSPENSION
BRACKET
FIGURE 4
INSTRUCTIONS FORTYPE ATRACTORS
STEP 5: (SEE FIGURE 5)
•Remove any bolts found in the holes indicated in the illustration.
FIGURE 5
STEP 6: (SEE FIGURE 6)
•Attach the R.H. hanger bracket to the two front empty holes on the right side of the tractor frame using two new 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D), 3/8" lock washers (L), and 3/8" fl at washers (N) as shown. For the rear hole, use a 3/8" x 1" hex bolt (D), 3/8" lock washer (L) and 3/8" fl at washer (N) with a large 1/2" washer (M) placed between the hanger bracket and the tractor frame. Tighten. Repeat for the left side.
•Skip to step 9.
3/8" FLAT
WASHER (N)
1/2" LARGE 3/8" LOCK WASHER (M) WASHER (L)
3/8" x 1" HEX BOLT (D)
R.H. HANGER
BRACKET
FIGURE 6
INSTRUCTIONS FORTYPE BTRACTORS
STEP 7: (SEE FIGURE 7)
•Remove any bolts found in the holes indicated in the illustration.
REMOVE BOLTS FROM
THESE HOLES
FRONT
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
FIGURE 7
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