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Operator's Manual
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PROFESSIONAL POLY CART
Model No. 486.24469
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
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 41011 (01/29/09)
,, Safety
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SAFETY ........................................................................... 2
WARRANTY .................................................................... 2
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART .................................... 3
CARTON CONTENTS ..................................................... 4
ASSEMBLY ...................................................................... 4
OPERATION .................................................................... 7
MAINTENANCE .............................................................. 8
STORAGE ....................................................................... 8
SLOPE GUIDE ................................................................ 9
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION ................................... 10
REPAIR PARTS LIST ..................................................... 11
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ...................... BACK PAGE
Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or ifthe user does not understand how to operate the equipment.
Exercise caution at all times, when using power equipment.
• Read this owners manual before attempting to assemble
or operate the cart.
• Read the vehicle owners manual and know how to
operate your tractor before using the cart attachment.
• Do not at any time carry passengers in this cart. It has
not been designed to carry passengers.
• Never allow children to operate the tractor or the cart
attachment.
• Do not allow adults to operate the tractor or cart
attachment without proper instructions.
• Always begin with the transmission in first (low) and
gradually increase speed as conditions permit.
• Maximum towing speed is 10 m.p.h.
• Do not tow this cart on highways or public thoroughfares.
• Tow the cart at reduced speed over rough terrain and
hillsides or near creeks and ditches to prevent tipping
over and loss of control. Do not drive too close to a creek
or ditch.
• Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the
attachment of this cart. Do not fill cart to maximum weight
capacity without checking the capability of the towing
vehicle to safely pull and stop with the cart attached.
• Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer to safety
rules in the vehicle owner's manual concerning safe
operation on slopes. Refer also to the slope guide on
page 9 of this manual. Be aware of changing conditions
on slopes. Stay off steep slopes!
• Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means -- Attention!!
Become alert!! Your safety is involved.
CRAFTSMAN PROFESSIONAL FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this Craftsman Professional product fails due to a
defect in material or workmanship within two years from the date or purchase, return itto any Sears store or other Craftsman
Professional outlet in the United States for free replacement.
This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this product is ever used forcommercial or rental purposes.
This warranty does not include items considered to expendable parts that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.
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
DO NOT RETURN TO STORE for Missing Parts or Assembly Questions
Call 1-866-576=8388 Attachment Hotline
The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
MODEL NUMBER:
486.24469
decal attached to the Professional Poly Cart.
SERIAL NUMBER:
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
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DATE OF PURCHASE:
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REF QTY
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3 8
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6 7
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8 11
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DESCRIPTION
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 4"
[Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2-1/2"
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/4"
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1"
Nylock Nut, 3/8"
Nylock Nut, 5/16"
Hex Nut, 5/16"
Sims Nut, 5/16"
i Nylock Nut, 1/4"
NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
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12 4 Washer, 5/16"
13 4 Washer, 1.59 x 1.032 x .06"
14 3 Washer, 1/4"
15 4 Lock Washer, 5/16"
16 1 Hair Cotter Pin
17 2 Cotter Pin
18 2 Hub Cap
19 2 Spacer
20 1 Extension Spring
21 1 Hitch Pin
22 1 Spring Puller Tool
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23 1 Cart Bed 30 1 Tailgate
24 2 iCart Rail 31 2 Wheels
25 1 i Latch Stand Bracket 32 1 Axle
26 1 i Hitch Bracket 33 1 Wheel Support
27 1 iTongue 34 1 Tool Tray
28 1 Latch Lock Bracket 35 1 Tool Box Lid
29 1 [Step Bracket
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
5/16 X 1-1/4"
(2) 9/16" Wrenches
HEX BOLT
(2) 1/2" Wrenches
(2) 7/16" Wrenches
(1) Pliers
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 1)
• Attach the wheel support to the middle of the cart bed
using eight 5/16 x 1-1/4" hex bolts and 5/16" nylock
nuts. Tighten.
WHEEL
SUPPORT
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5/16" NYLOCK NUT