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Operator's Manual
STOP
BROADCAST SPREADER
Model No. 486.24571
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.
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.craftsman.com
Used under license
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 45547 (12/13/17)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CRAFTSMAN LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship.
WITH PROOF OF SALE a defective part will be replaced free of charge. If a replacement part is unavailable, the product
will be replaced with one of equal value.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web page: www.craftsman.com/warranty
This warranty does not cover expendable items that can wear out from normal use or deterioration within the warranty
period, including but not limited to tires, belts, exterior nishes or product labels.
This warranty does not apply to a product that is damaged or altered through transportation, misuse, abuse, corrosion,
accident, neglect, modi cation or mishandling.
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you speci c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
DO NOT RETURN TO STORE for Missing Parts or Assembly Questions
Call 1-866-576-8388 Attachment Hotline
SAFETY RULES .............................................................. 2
WARRANTY .................................................................... 2
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART .................................... 3
CARTON CONTENTS ..................................................... 3
ASSEMBLY ...................................................................... 4
OPERATION .................................................................... 8
MAINTENANCE .............................................................. 9
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION ................................... 10
REPAIR PARTS LIST ......................................................11
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ...................... BACK PAGE
SAFETY RULES
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 the towing vehicle owners manual and towing
vehicle safety rules. Know how to operate your tractor
before using the broadcast spreader attachment.
• Read the chemical label instructions and cautions for
handling and applying the chemicals purchased for
spreading.
• Wear eye and hand protection when handling and
when applying lawn or garden chemicals.
• Never operate tractor and spreader attachment
without wearing substantial footwear, and do not
allow anyone to ride or sit on spreader attachment
frame.
• Never allow children to operate the tractor or spreader
attachment, and do not allow adults to operate
without proper instructions.
• Always begin with the transmission in rst (low) gear
and with the engine at low speed, and gradually
increase speed as conditions permit. Maximum
towing speed - 6 M.P.H.
• When towing broadcast spreader do not drive too
close to a creek or ditch and be alert for holes and
other hazards which could cause you to lose control
of the broadcast spreader and tractor.
• Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer
to the safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual
concerning safe operation on slopes. Stay off steep
slopes!
• Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.
WARRANTY
The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
decal attached to the Broadcast Spreader.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER: 486.24571
SERIAL NUMBER: __________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: __________________
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ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) Pliers
(2) 7/16" Open or Box End Wrenches
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 1)
• Insert a plug (37) in to the end of the hitch tube (12).
• Install the hitch pin (41) in the hitch bracket and hitch
tube and secure it with the hairpin cotter (36).
• Attach the hitch support tubes (4) and (5) to the
hitch tube using one 1/4” x 2” hex bolt (22) and 1/4”
nylock nut (32). Do not tighten completely.
1
4
32
41
37
STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 3)
• Assemble the axle/gear assembly (11) and hopper
support tubes (6) to the hitch support tubes as
shown using two 1/4” x 2” hex bolts (22), spacers
(26), and 1/4” nylock nuts (32). Do not tighten
completely.
3
6
22
26
11
32
32
6
26
12
5
22
STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 2)
• Insert plugs (37) into the ends of the hopper suport
tubes (6).
• Insert hex ange bearings (38) into the holes in the
hopper support tubes (6) as shown below.
2
37
6
37
6
STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 4)
• Slide the cross brace (7) onto the spreader shaft.
• Insert the bushing (40) into the cross brace (7).
• Attach the cross brace to the hopper support tubes
using two 1/4” x 2-1/2” hex bolts (21) and 1/4” nylock
nuts (32). Do not tighten completely.
4
40
7
21
38
21
32
38
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