Craftsman 486.24515 User Manual

Owner's Manual

CRRFTSMRN

8H.P.
CHIPPER VAC

Model No. 486.24515

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.

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART
CARTON CONTENTS

ASSEMBLY..........................................................7

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE.................................................20

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5,6,14

17

3
6

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS......................21

STORAGE.........................................................21

TROUBLESHOOTING

REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION....... 23,24,26,27

REPAIR PARTS LIST

SLOPE GUIDE..................................................31

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE

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23,25,26,27

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WARRANTY

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON

For one year from the date of purchase, when this Chipper Vac 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 Chipper Vac 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 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, !L 60179

The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
decat attached to the Chipper Vac.

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:

486.24515

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.

Read and follow all instructions in this manual before
attempting to assemble or operate this equipment. Failure
to comply with these Instructions may result in personal
injury. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference
and for ordering replacement parts.

Read this operating and service instruction manual
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and
proper use of this power vacuum.

Read the vehicle owners manual and vehicle safe

operation rules before using this equipment.

Never allow children under 16 to operate this Chipper Vac.

Children 16 years and older should only operate under
close parental supervision.

Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without
proper instructions.

Do not allow passengers to ride on this equipment or on

the towing vehicle.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children. Also keep area clear of pets.

Check fuel before starting engine. Do not fill fuel tank
indoors, or when engine is running, or while engine is hot.

Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting engine.

Engine and muffler get hot. Do not touch! To avoid fire
hazard, keep clean of debris and other accumulations.

Never store Mow-N-Vac with fuel in tank. Allow engine to
cool before storing in any enclosure.

Do not change engine governor settings.
Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover is removed,

except for adjustment. Removal of these parts could create
a fire hazard.

Keep hands, feet, face, long hetir and clothing out of
chipper inlet, vac inlet and discharge area. There are
ROTATING BLADES inside these openings.
Before deeming, repairing or inspecting, make certain all
moving parts come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark
plug wire and keep wire away from plug to prevent acci
dental starting. Keep throttle control lever in stop position.

If the Chipper Vac should become blocked with debris at
any point, shut engine off and wait until the impeller comes
to a complete stop before attempting to remove the
obstruction. Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent acciden
tal starting.

if the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object, or if your
Chipper Vac should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine immediately, disconnect the spark plug wire and

move the wire away from the spark plug. Allow the ma

chine to stop and take the following steps.

a. Inspect for damage.
b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
c. Check for loose parts and tighten to assure

continued sate operation.

Check alt bolts for tightness at frequent intervals to help
insure safe operation.

Check vinyl hard top boot frequently for wear. Replace if
worn or damaged.

Never operate Chipper Vac unless deck adapter, hose,
hose adapter (nozzle), discharge chute (elbow), chipper
chute and top cover are properly attached in their place.

Do not remove top cover or attempt to empty contents of
cart while engine is running.

Never attempt to change hose adapter (nozzle) or to

install remote hose attachment when engine is running.

Keep all shields and guards (e.g. chipper chute, discharge

chute (elbow) and hose adapter (nozzle) in place and

securely attached.

Always wear safety glasses or other suitable eye

protection when operating or maintaining this equipment.

Wear protective gloves when feeding material into the

chipper chute. Avoid loose fitting clothing.

Keep face and body clear of the chipper chute to avoid

accidental bounce back of any material.

When feeding material into this equipment, be extremely

careful that pieces of metal, rocks bottles, cans or other

foreign objects are not included. Personal injury or

damage to the machine could result.

Do not stand behind cart in exhaust discharge area while
engine is running.

Do not operate this equipment while intoxicated or while

taking drugs or medication that impairs the senses and

reactions.

When using this equipment, start with the vehicle

transmission in first (low) gear and then gradually

increase speed only as conditions permit.
Operate this equipment at reduced speed on rough

terrain, along creeks and ditches and on slopes to

prevent tipping or loss of control. Do not drive too close

to a creek or ditch.

Vehicle braking and stability are affected by the addition

of this equipment. Do not fill the Chipper Vac to its full
capacity without checking the capability of the towing
vehicle to safely pull and stop with the Chipper Vac
attached.

Before operating on any grade (hilt) refer to the safety
rules In the vehicle owner's manual concerning safe
operation on slopes. Also refer to the SLOPE GUIDE on
page 31 of this owner's manual. Do not operate on
slopes in excess of 10 degrees. STAY OFF STEEP
SLOPES.

Follow the maintenance instructions outlined in this
manual.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means-Attention!! Become alert!!
Your safety is involved.

DANGER: This Chipper Vac was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in

this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the opera

A

tor can result in serious injury. This unit is capable of amputating fingers and hands and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

A WARNING

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY

• Read Owner's Manual and ail safety labels on machine before starting and using machine.

• Do Not remove top cover or attempt to empty contents of cart while engine is running.

• Do Not stand behind cart in exhaust discharge area while engine is running.

• Keep hands, feet, face, long hair and clothing out of chipper inlet, vac inlet, and discharge

area. There are ROTATING BLADES inside these openings.

» Wear approved safety giasses and gioves. Avoid loose fitting clothes.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.

■ Keep ail shields and guards (e.g. upper chipper chute extension, discharge chute, nozzle

assembly) in place and securely attached.

• Check discharge boot frequently for wear. Replace if worn or damaged.

• If unit becomes clogged or jammed, shut off engine right away. Do Not attempt to clear

clog or jam with engine running.

• Muffler and engine get hot and can cause burns. Do Not Touch. To avoid a fire hazard,

keep leaves, grass and other combustible debris off hot muffler and engine.

• Do Not attempt to remove or attach vac nozzle or optional Hose Kit with engine running.

• Do Not operate unit unless nozzle or optional Hose Kit is secured in place.

• Do Not fill gas tank while engine is running. Ailow engine to cool at least 2 minutes

before refueling.

A DANGER

A WARNING

ROTATING CUTTING BLADES.
KEEP HANDS AND FEET OUT
OF OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE
IS RUNNING.

A DANGER

HAZARDOUS ROTATING BLADES INSIDE. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM
ALL OPENINGS. DO NOT REMOVE OR ATTACH HOSE, HOSE ADAPTER,
ELBOW OR OPTIONAL HOSE KIT WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING!

A

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near unimproved forest-covered,
or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or
state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

WARNING

MUFFLER & ADJACENT AREAS
MAY EXCEED 150*^ F

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other

states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester muffler is available at you nearest

engine authorized service center.

HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS

SHOWN FULL SIZE

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HARDWARE PACKAGE (Chipper Vac Carton)

Ref. Qty. Description

A 3 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 X 3"

8 4 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 X 2-3/4"
C 5
D
E
F
G
H

1
J 4 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4" Thd. Form.
K
L

M

N 1 Nut, Hex Lock 1/2-13
0 1 Washer, Flat 7/16"

P
Q

R 36 Lockwasher, 1/4“ Spring Type

2 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16x1-1/4"
1 Bolt, Hex 1/2-13x1-1/4"
2 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 X 1-1/4"
2
6 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18x3/4"
28 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4"

38
9 Nut, Hex Lock 5/16-18
5 Nut, Hex Lock 3/8"

6

24

Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 X 1-1/2"

Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 X 1"

Nut, Hex 1/4-20

Washer, Nylon 21/64"
Washer, Rat 1/4" STD

Ref.
S 4

T 5

u 3

V 1

w 1

X 5

Y 2

z

AA 2 Door Latch
AB 2 Door Support
AC 1 Pin, Hair Cotter
AD
AE 1 Angle Stop
AF 1

Qty. Description

Lockwasher, 5/16" Spring Type
Lockwasher, 3/8"
Washer, 5/16" Bell (cupped)
Hitch Plate "
Strap, Tarp 25"
Clamp, Cart Extension
Strap, Tarp (Less Hooks)

2 Hook #32

3 Knob ■

Hitch Pin

Ref.

A
В 25
С
D

E 14

F 4
G
H
1

Ref.

1

2 1
3 1

4

5

6 1
7
8

9 2

Qtv.

Qtv- Description

Description

14

Sit. Truss Hd. Bolt, 5/16* X 3/4"
Hex Bolt, 1/4“ X 1/2"

2

Hex Bolt, 1/4" X 1-3/4"

27

Hex Nut, 1/4-20 Thread (SEMS)
Hex Nut, 5/16-18 Thread (SEMS)
Flat Washer, 1"

2

Cotter Pin, 1/8" X 1-1/2“ Lg.

2

Hub Cap

2

Spacer Tube, 2" Lg.
Bag contains extra 1/4" x

1/2" bolts and 1/4" nuts

2 Corner Cap

Latch Lock Assembly
Latch Stand Bracket

1

Tailgate Reinforcement Bracket

1

Front Panel
Wheel Support

1

Axle

2

Cart Body
Wheel

Ref. Qty.

1
2 1
3 1
4 1
5 1
6 1
7 1
8 1 Elbow

9
10 1
11 1
12 • 1
13 1
14 1
15 2
16 1
17
18 1
19 1

Description

1 Front Panel

Side Pane! (R.H.)
Side Panel (L.H.) .
Rear door
Cross Brace
Poly Hard Top
Deck Adapter

1

Chipper Chute w^amper Plug
Hose Adapter (Nozzle)
Engine Base Assembly
Hose Hanger Rod Assembly
Hose Hanger Bracket
Hose
Hose Clamp
Tongue (Rear)

1

Tongue (Front)

Hitch Bracket

Adapter Bracket

ASSEMBLY

This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After
assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel

and engine oil recommendations.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

(1) Screwdriver

(1) Pliers
(2) 7/16" Wrenches
(2) 1/2" Wrench
(2) 9/16" Wrenches

(2) 3/4" Wrenches {only if figure 24 on page 14 is used)

REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON

• Remove the hardware pack and all loose parts from
the carton. Be sure the carton is empty before
discarding.

• Lay out all the parts as shown in the carton contents.

Keep contents of hardware packages separated.

ASSEMBLING THE CHIPPER VAC

• Position cart body halves upright on a smooth level

surface such as a garage floor or a paved driveway.
See figure 1.

Position the tailgate reinforcement bracket on outside
of cart as shown in figure 2. Fasten to the bottom of
the cart body using six 5/16" x 3/4" slotted head
screws and 5/16" hex nuts (SEMS). Do not tighten.
See figure 2.
Fasten the tailgate reinforcement bracket to the sides
of the cart body using four 1/4“ x 1/2" hex bolts and

1/4" hex nuts (SEMS) as shown in figure 2. Do not

tighten.

CAUTION: Do not leave the cart unat

tended in upright position during assembly. A
falling cart can cause personal injury! Pay

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• Assemble halves together using three 1/4" x 1/2" hex

close attention to the stability of the cart while

it remains in an upright position. For best

stability, assemble on a smooth level surface.

bolts and 1 /4’ hex nuts (SEMS) as shown in figure 1.
Do not tighten.

FIGURE 2

• At this time, with the cart body halves pulled together,
tighten the six slotted head screws assembled in
figure 2 and then tighten the four hex bolts assembled
in figure 2. Do not tighten the three hex bolts that
were assembled in figure 1.

• Carefully reverse the position of the cart so that it
rests on the tailgate reinforcement bracket, as
shown in figure 3.

FIGURE 3

Assemble the front panel over the end of the cart

using six 1/4" X 1/2" hex bolts and 1/4" hex nuts
(SEMS) as shown in figure 4. Leave two hoies open
in the bottom of the panel as shown in figure 4. With

the cart body halves pulled together, tighten the four

bolts in the bottom of the front panel, then tighten the
bolt in each side.

At this time tighten the three bolts on the bottom of
the cart which were assembled In figure 1.

• Assemble the latch stand bracket to the cart using
four 1/4" X 1/2" hex bolts and 1/4" hex nuts (SEMS).
TIGHTEN. See figure 6.

Assemble the wheel support to the bottom of the cart
using eight 5/16" x 3/4“ slotted head screws and
5/16* hex nuts (SEMS) as shown in figure 5. Heads of
screws go to the inside of cart. Tighten.

To prevent accidental tipping during the following
assembly procedures, lower the cart to rest upside
down on the top flanges, so that the wheel support is
facing up as shown in figure 7.

• Assemble the front tongue over the top of the rear
tongue using three 3/8" x 3" hex bolts, 3/8" lock
washers and 3/8" hex lock nuts. See figure 8.

Assemble the hitch bracket to the front tongue using
two 3/8“ X 1-1/4" hex bolts, 3/8" lock washers and 3/8”

hex nuts. Tighten. See figure 9.

• Position the tongue on the bottom of the cart as
shown in figure 11. Assemble the axle through the
wheel support and the tongue. Fasten the axle to
the wheel support using two 1/4“ x 1-3/4" hex bolts
and 1/4" hex nuts (SEMS). Tighten.

IMPORTANT: Make sure the tongue is securely locked

to the latch stand bracket by the latch lock assembly.

Assemble the latch lock assembly to the tongue using
two 1/4" x 2-3/4" hex bolts, two 1M" lock washers and
two 1/4" hex nuts. Fasten to the two front holes in the
forward grouping of four holes as shown in figure 10.
Assemble the angle stop to the tongue using two 1/4“
X 2-3/4" hex bolts, two 1/4" lock washers and two 1/4"

hex nuts. Fasten to the two front holes in the rear
grouping of four holes as shown in figure 10,

Assemble a spacer tube onto each end of the axle as

shown in figure 12.

Assemble a flat washer, a wheel {valve stem facing

out), and another flat washer onto the axle as
shown in figure 12. Secure the wheel with a cotter
pin, spreading the ends so that a hub cap can fit
over the pin. Assemble the hub cap by pressing it
onto the flat washer. Repeat on other end of axle.

FIGURE 10

• Set the cart right side up on its wheels and place a
corner cap over each front corner of the cart as
shown in figure 13.

• Assemble front panel over the ends of the side panels
and on top of the cart bed flange and the comer caps.
Leaving the top holes in the front panel empty, fasten
it to the cart body and the side panels using six 1/4"
X 3/4“ hex bolts, six 1/4" flat washers, six 1/4“ lock

washers and six 1/4" hex nuts. See figure 15.

• Position the right side panel on top of the cart bed
flange and the front comer cap. Align holes in side

panel with holes in corner cap and holes in top of cart
bed flange. Fasten together using two 1/4“ x 3/4" hex
bolts, two 1/4" flat washers, two 1/4“ lock washers and
two 1/4“ hex nuts. Repeat on other side. See figure 14.

Assemble the cross brace to the two top holes at the

rear of each side panel using four 1/4" x 3/4" hex
bolts, four 1/4" lock washers and four 1/4“ hex nuts.
See figure 16.

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