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Owner's Manual
ELECTRIC ASSIST KIT
(FOR 486.24535 SLEEVE HITCH)
Model No. 486.24545
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@aari-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.
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
FORM NO. 49234 (3/04)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART
CARTON CONTENTS
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
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MAINTENANCE
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION..............................7
REPAIR PARTS LIST
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE
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WARRANTY
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRIC ASSIST KIT
For one year from the date of purchase, when this electric assist kit is maintained and lubricated according to the
operating and maintenance instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair any defect in material or work
manship free of charge. If this electric assist kit 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.
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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
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 this owners manual and your vehicle and
sleeve hitch owners manuals before using this
electric assist kit with the sleeve hitch.
Do not allow children to operate vehicle or sleeve
hitch.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means-Attention!!
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Become alert!! Your safety is involved.
• Do not allow adults to operate the vehicle or sleeve
hitch without proper instructions.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight and be sure the
equipment is in safe operating condition.
The model number and serial numbers will be found on a MODEL NUMBER:
decal attached to the frame.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
486.24545
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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS
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D
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KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION
A 1
B 4
C
2 Hex Lock Nut, 1/2"
Hex Boit, 1/2” X 2-3/4"
Hex Boit, 3/8" X 1”
KEY QTY. DESCRIPTION
D 4
E 5 Flat Washer, 1/2"
1
G
1 Hair Cotter Pin, 3/32"
Hex Nyiock Nut, 3/8"
Clevis Pin, 1/2" X 2"