Craftsman 486.248462 User Manual
Owner's Manual
46"- 2 STAGE SNOW THROWER
TRACTOR ATTACHMENT
Model No. 486.248462
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
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
FORM NO. 48568 (REV. 10/02)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACCESSORIES..........................................................2
SAFETY RULES
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART
CARTON CONTENTS
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
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15
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
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4
5
6
STORAGE................................................................17
TROUBLESHOOTING
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION.......................18,20
REPAIR PARTS LIST.........................................19,21
SLOPE GUIDE.........................................................23
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE
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Back Page
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WARRANTY
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON 46” 2-STAGE SNOW THROWER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this snow thrower 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 snow thrower 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, IL 60179
ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
These accessories were available when the unit was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets
and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the mode! numbers of your
tractor and snow thrower.
The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
decal attached to the snow thrower.
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:
486.248462
SAFETY
Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperiy or if the user does not understand how to operate
the equipment. Exercise caution at all times, when using power equipment.
Read this owner's manual carefully and know how
to operate your snow thrower and how to stop the
unit and disengage the controls quickly.
Never allow children to operate the equipment.
Never allow adults to operate the equipment
without proper instruction.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
especially small children, and pets.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment
is to be used and remove ail door mats, sleds,
boards, wires and other foreign objects.
Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting engine.
Do not operate equipment without wearing ad
equate winter outer garments.
Wear substantial footwear which will protect feet
and improve footing on slippery surfaces.
Check fuel before starting the engine. Do not
remove the fuel cap or fill the fuel tank while the
engine is running or hot. Do not fill the fuel tank
indoors. Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel.
Make sure the snow thrower height is adjusted to
clear the type surface it will be used on.
Do not use the snow thrower without the rear
weight attached to the tractor.
Never make any adjustments while the engine is
running.
Always wear safety glasses or eye shield during
operation or while performing and adjustment or
repair.
Do not place hand or feet near rotating parts. Keep
clear of the discharge opening at all times.
Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing
gravel surfaces.
Do not carry passengers.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove the wire from the spark plug and then
thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for damage.
Repair any damage before restarting and operating
the snow thrower.
If the snow thrower starts to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine immediately and check for the
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating
position, before unclogging the snow thrower or
making any adjustments or inspections.
Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit
unattended. Disengage the attachment clutch lever
or switch, lower the snow thrower, shift into neutral,
set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove
the key.
When cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make
certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and keep it away from the plug
to prevent accidental starting.
Do not run engine indoors except when transport
ing the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open
the outside doors. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.
Do not clear snow across the face of slopes.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.
Refer to the slope guide on page 23 of this manual.
Never operate the snow thrower without guards,
plates or other safety protection devices in place.
Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclo
sures, automobiles, window wells, drop offs etc.
without proper adjustment of the snow thrower
discharge angle.
Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow
anyone in front of the snow thrower.
Never run the snow thrower into material at high
speeds.
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempt
ing to clear snow at too fast a rate.
Never operate the machine at high transport speed
on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care
when backing.
Watch for traffic and stay alert when crossing or
operating near roadways.
Disengage power to the snow thrower when trans
porting or when not in use.
Use only attachments and accessories approved by
the manufacturer of the snow thrower (such as
wheel weights, counter weights, cabs etc.)
Never operate the snow thrower without good
visibility or light.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It mean-Attentioni!
Become alert!! Your safety is involved.
HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS
SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE
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Two shear bolts (R) and hex lock
nuts (S) are provided as
replacement parts for the spiral
augers. Store In a safe place until
needed. (See page 16.)
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A 2
B 12
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Hex Boil, 3/8" X 1-1/2"
Hex Bolt, 3/8" X 1"
2
Hex Bolt, 5/16" X 1-3/4"
Hex Bolt, 1/4" X 1"
6
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4"
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1"
6
2
Shoulder Bolt
10 Hex Nut, 5/16"
Flanged Lock Nut, 1/4"
6
12 Hex Lock Nut, 3/8"
Lock Washer, 5/16"
10
Lock Washer, 3/8"
18
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M 2
N
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P 2 Washer, 3/4"
Q
R 2 Shear Bolt
S
T 1
U 3 Chute Keeper
V 1
w 2 Lock Pin
6
2 Washer, 5/16"
4
2
Bowed Washer
Washer, 1/4"
Hairpin Clip, 1/8"
Hex Lock Nut, 5/16"
Tarp Strap
Plastic Grip
CARTON CONTENTS
ASSEMBLY
1. Frame Bracket, R.H.
2. Frame Bracket, L.H.
3. Hanger Bracket, L.H.
4. Hanger Bracket, R.H.
5. Side Plate, L.H.
6. Side Plate, R.H.
7. Cross Brace
8. Plastic Weight Keg
9. Weight Tray
10. Side Brace Arms (2)
11. Chute Crank Assembly
12. Lift Handle with Cable
13. Clutch/ldler Assembly
14. Drive "V” Belt
15. Auger''V" Belt {Attached to Housing Assembly)
16. Anti-rotation Bracket
17. Chute and Control Cable Assembly
18. Housing Assembly
Hardware Package {Stored inside Plastic Keg)
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(2) 7/16" Wrenches
(2) 1/2" Wrenches
(2) 9/16" Wrenches
(1) 5/8" Wrench or Adjustable Wrench
(1) 11/16" Wrench or Adjustable Wrench
(1} 3/4" Wrench or Adjustable Wrench
(1) Knife
General Purpose Grease
REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON
• Remove all parts and hardware packages from the
carton. Lay out ail parts and hardware and identify
using the illustrations on pages 4 and 5.
CAUTION; Before starting to assemble
the snow thrower, remove the spark plug
A
wire(s), set the parking brake and
remove the key from the tractor ignition.
ASSEMBLING PARTS TO TRACTOR FRAME
Right hand (R.H.) and left hand (L.H.) are determined
from the operators position while seated on the tractor.
• Remove the hex bolt from the threaded hole at the
top front corner of R.H. front suspension bracket.
Remove the nut from the carriage boit at the top
rear corner of the bracket, leaving the carriage boit
in the tractor frame. See figure 1.
* Repeat for the L.H. front suspension bracket.
TRACTOR PREPARATION
Before proceeding with these instructions, refer to the
Service and Adjustments section of your tractor owner’s
manual for specific safety instructions.
• Allow engine, muffler and exhaust deflector to cool
before beginning.
• Remove any front or rear attachment which is
mounted to your tractor.
• Remove the mower deck. Refer to your tractor
owner's manual for removal instructions. Mark ail
loose parts and save for reassembly.
• Remove the tractor hood and grill assembly. Refer to
your tractor owner's manual for removal instructions.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM TRACTOR
• Attach the rear of the R.H. side plate to the tractor
using the original carriage bolt and a new 3/8" lock
washer and 3/8" lock nut. Attach the front of the
side plate to the threaded hole in the tractor frame
using a 3/8" x 1" hex bolt and a 3/8" lock washer.
Repeat for the L.H. side. See figure 2.
NOTE: If the side plates are removed from the tractor
frame, be sure to reassemble bolts and nuts back
into the frame.
Store all brackets and fasteners removed from the
tractor during the assembly of the snow thrower,
unless the instructions call for their use.
Remove the mower stop bracket and its two boits
and nuts from the R.H. side of the tractor frame as
shown in figure 3.
If the tractor has a muffler guard at the front of the
R.H. foot rest, remove the bottom bolt and nut, and
the washer which is located between the guard and
the tractor frame. See figure 3.
Remove the two bolts from the bottom of both the
R.H. and LH. foot rests. See figure 3.
Assemble the L.H. hanger bracket to the left side of
the tractor frame using two 3/8" x 1” hex bolts, two
3/8" lock washers and two 3/8" hex lock nuts as
shown in figure 5.
Assemble the R.H. hanger bracket to the bottom
hole where the mower stop bracket was removed
and to the bottom hole under the front of the foot
rest. Fasten with two 3/8" x 1" hex bolts, 3/8" lock
washers and 3/8" hex lock nuts. {On tractors with
muffler guards, slide the hanger bracket between
the guard and the tractor frame.) See figure 4.
• Assemble the L.H. frame bracket (with bend) to the
L.H. foot rest and sway bar bracket as shown in
figure 6. Use two 3/8" x 1" hex bolts and two 3/8"
lock washers.
• Assemble a shoulder bolt to the outside of the L.H.
frame bracket, securing it with a 3/8" lock washer
and a 3/8" hex lock nut. See figure 6.
• Assemble the R.H. frame bracket to the R.H.
footrest using the same procedures as in the two
previous paragraphs.
NOTE: The R.H. frame bracket has no bend. There is
no sway bar bracket on the right side of the tractor.
ATTACHING CLUTCH/iDLER ASSEMBLY
IF YOUR MOWER DECK SIZE IS OTHER THAN 48"
• Before attaching the clutch idler assembly to the
tractor, measure the outer diameter of the tractor's
engine pulley. If the diameter of the pulley is less
than 6", move the 3/32" hairpin clip in the L.H.
adjusting chain from link #8 to link #5. (Links are
counted from the end of the chain attached to the
spring).
ASSEMBLY OF SNOW THROWER
Place the lift handle into the lift bracket on the right
side of the snow thrower. Fasten the handle to the
bracket using two 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolts, 5/16"
lock washers and 5/16" hex nuts. See figure 9.
Attach the rear of the clutch/idier assembly to the
tractor frame by sliding the notched arms of the
assembly onto the shoulder bolts assembled to the
frame brackets. Lift the front of the assembly,
positioning the upper idler pulley so that it clears
the engine pulley. Attach the front of the assembly
to the hanger brackets using two pivot lock pins
and 1/8" hairpin clips. See figure 8.
NOTE: Be sure the lift release cable's plastic covering
remains inserted into the trigger assembly while
completing the next step.
• Push the lift handle down into the locked position.
Insert the end of the cable wire into the hole in the
lift rod. Place the threaded fitting into the slot in the
lift bracket, with one hex nut above and one hex
nut and the lock washer below the slot. Tighten the
nuts, adjusting them to eliminate slack in the cable
wire. See figure 10. Refer also to the Service and
Adjustments section on page 16 in this manual.
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