Craftsman 48624571 Owner’s Manual

Operator's Manual

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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)

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: __________________

CARTON CONTENTS

44285

48865

45282

46503

28329

42009

42008

04367

FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART

27313

28322

41930

49870

47189

49449

21 x2

46699

x14

37 x3

22 x4

1509-69

1543-69

47963

33 x5

23 x6

38 x2

24 x1

44950

44101

23400

26 x2

28325

27 x2

28324

R19171616

NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE

41 x1

43088

42 x1

28 x1

35 x4

34 x9

43010

29 x2

43093

43343

43 x1

36 x1

30 x1

31 x1

48934

44 x1

39 x1

42839

40 x1

47623

4714143848

24858

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.

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.

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.

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.

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