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!!!

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• 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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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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NOT SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE

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A 2
B 12

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E 2
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L

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"
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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.

Remove the nylon tie which fastens the chute crank
rod to the crank support tube.
Assemble the crank support tube (flat side) to the
two brackets on the left side of the thrower housing
using two 3/8" X 1-1/2" hex bolts, 3/8" lock washers
and 3/8" hex lock nuts. See figure 11.

Attach the chute tilt control assembly to the top side
of the crank support tube using two 5/16" x 1 -3/4"

carriage bolts, bowed washers, 5/16" lock washers
and 5/16" hex nuts. See figure 12.

CHUTE CRANK ROD

CRANK SUPPORT TUBE

TILT CONTROL HANDLE

5/16" X 1-3/4"

CARRIAGE BOLT

TILT

CONTROL

ASSEMBLY

Coat the top of the ring around the discharge
opening with general purpose grease. See figure 14.
Place the discharge chute (facing forward) onto the
discharge opening, aligning the crank rod spiral
with the notches in the chute flange.
Attach the three chute keepers (right side up as
shown in figure 14) and the anti-rotation bracket to
the bottom of the chute fiange. Use six 1/4" x 1"
hex bolts, 1/4" flat washers and 1/4" flanged lock
nuts. Tighten carefully so that the plastic parts are
not deformed. See figure 14.
Place the piastic grip onto the back end of the anti
rotation bracket. See figure 14.
Position the chute crank assembly so that the crank
rod spiral does not rub the bottoms of the notches
in the chute flange and then tighten the nuts left
loose in figure 13.
Check if the crank rod rotates the chute freely. If
not, loosen by 1/4 turn each the six flanged nuts
holding the chute keepers to the chute flange.

BOWED WASHER

5/16" LOCKWASHER

5/16" HEX NUT

FIGURE 12 LEFT SIDE VIEW

Attach the chute crank assembly to the piastic
bracket on the ieft side of the thrower housing as
shown in figure 13. Use two 5/16" x 1" carriage
bolts, 5/16" flat washers, 5/16" lock washers and
5/16" hex nuts. Do not tighten yet.

MOUNTING SNOW THROWER TO TRACTOR

ASSEMBLING THE BELTS

NOTE: The help of another person may be required to

mount the snow thrower to the front of the tractor.

• Piace the tractor and snow thrower on a fiat, level
surface.

• Remove the plastic tie from the auger belt and
extend the belt out behind the snow thrower,

making sure the belt remains assembled around

the top of the large auger drive pulley and passing

underneath the two side idler pulleys.

• Align the tractor behind the snow thrower.

• Remove the attachment pin from the snow thrower.

• Squeeze the release trigger on the lift handle and

raise the handle out of the locked position, (if the
handle will not release out of the locked position,
refer to the Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.)

• Grasp the round bar just behind the auger drive

pulley and lift up to align the rear mounting notches
on the snow thrower with the mounting pins on the
tractor. Slide the pins into the notches.

HINT: If you are unable to fit the mounting pins into
the notches, try placing 1" or 2" blocks of wood

under the front skid shoes on the snow thrower.

• Assemble a 3/4" washer and a 1/8" hairpin clip to
each mounting pin.

• Secure the snow thrower to the tractor using the
attachment pin and 1/8" hairpin clip. Insert the
attachment pin from the left side. See figure 15.

IMPORTANT: The tapered "V" section of the belts must
be seated into the grooves of the V-pulleys.

DRIVE BELT

• Remove the two outside 1/8" hairpin clips which
are assembled to the L.H. and R.H. tension adjust
ing chains outside of the clutch idler assembly
frame. (The clips will be reinstalled after both belts
have been assembled.) Do not remove the 3/32"
hairpin clips assembled to the chains on the inside of
the assembly frame. See figure 16.

• Assemble the drive belt onto the tractor's engine
pulley and then onto the upper rear pulley on the
clutch/idler assembly. Keep the flat idler pulley on
the outside of the belt. See figure 16.

Hold this diagram above you while viewing the
Clutch/idler Assembly from underneath the
tractor. Right and left in this diagram wiil be
the reverse of the viewer's right and left.

RIGHT SIDE
OF TRACTOR

FLAT
IDLER
PULLEY

L.EFT SIDE
OF TRACTOR

DRIVE V-BELT

1/8"

HAIRPIN
CLIP

1/8"

HAIRPIN
CLIP

FIGURE 16 VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH

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AUGER BELT

• Make sure the auger belt is correctly assembled to
the snow thrower. The belt must pass over the top
of the auger pulley and then twist 1/4 turn to pass

underneath the two side idler pulleys on the snow

thrower. The "V side of the belt must seat in the

grooves of all three pulleys. See figure 17.

TWIST

1/4 TURN

IDLER
PULLEY

FIGURE 17 VIEWED FROM REAR

• Raise the snow thrower to the transport position.

• Piace the auger belt around the bottom rear pulley
on the clutch/idler assembly and between the two
pulleys on the lower idler arm. Keep the flat idler
pulley to the outside of the belt. See figure 18.

• Pull the flat idler pulley against the auger belt using
the R.H. tension adjusting chain. For correct belt
tension, puli the chain as far as the inside hairpin
clip will allow and then reinstall the outside 1/8"
hairpin clip into the chain. See figure 18.

IMPORTANT: If the R.H. inside hairpin clip is re

moved, reinstall it in link #2 (counted from the end
of the chain attached to the spring).

• Pull the upper flat idler pulley against the drive belt
using the L.H. tension adjusting chain. For correct
belt tension, pull the chain as far as the inside
hairpin clip will allow and then reinstall the

outside

1/8" hairpin clip into the chain. See figure 18.

IMPORTANT: If the L.H. inside hairpin clip is re

moved, reinstall it in link #8 on tractors with 6"
diameter engine pulleys or in link #5 on tractors
with smaller engine pulleys. (Links are counted
from the end of the chain attached to the spring.)

Hold this diagram above you while viewing the
Clutch/idler Assembly from underneath the
tractor. Right and left in this diagram will be
the reverse of the viewer's right and left.

RIGHT SIDE
OF
TRACTOR

R.H. TENSION
ADJUSTING CHAIN
(AUGER BELT)

1/8"

HAIRPIN
CLIP

INSIDE
HAIRPIN
CLIP

t

FRONT

(©

INSIDE
HAIRPIN
CLIP

LEFT SIDE
OF

TRACTOR

L.H. TENSION
ADJUSTING CHAIN

(DRIVE BELT)

1/8"

HAIRPIN
CLIP

FIGURE 18 VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH

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ATTACHING WEIGHT TRAY TO TRACTOR

• Loosen the two hex bolts and nuts which fasten the
top of the tractor drawbar to the rear of the tractor
frame. See figure 19.

• Assemble the notched end of the side brace arms
down onto both loosened bolts. Do not tighten
yet. See figure 19.

• Fasten the weight tray to the drawbar using two
3/8" X 1" hex bolts, 3/8" lock washers and 3/8" hex
lock nuts. Do not tighten yet. See figure 19.

• Fasten the weight tray to the side brace arms using
two 5/16" X 1" carriage bolts, 5/16" lock washers and
5/16" hex nuts. Do not tighten yet. See figure 19.

• Fasten the weight tray cross brace to the side
brace arms using two 5/16" x 1" carriage bolts,
5/16" lock washers and 5/16" hex nuts. Tighten all
loose bolts at this time. See figure 19.

• Place the weight keg on the weight tray and fill with
approximately 100 lbs. of dry sand.

• Secure the keg with the rubber tarp strap hooked
into the holes in the cross brace. See figure 20.

3/8" LOCK

FIGURE 19 VIEWED FROM REAR

LOOSENED

CHECKLIST

Before you operate your snow thrower, please
review the following checklist to help ensure that
you will obtain the best performance from your
snow thrower.

• Ail assembly instructions have been completed with
ail bolts and nuts properly tightened.

• Check the engine belt and the auger belt. Make
sure they are routed properly around pulleys and
inside ail belt keepers.

• Check discharge chute for proper rotation.

• Check operation of tilt control for upper chute.

• Verify that the snow thrower can be locked into and
released from the raised transport position using

the lift handle. {Refer to the Service and Adjust

ments section.)

Accessories

The following additional items are available from
Sears to help enhance the performance of your
snow thrower. See also page 2.

• Tire chains which can be installed to improve

traction.

• Rear wheel weights which can be installed in
addition to the rear weight tray to improve traction.

• Drift cutter bars which can be installed to help slice

off the edges of tali drifts.

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower.

Compare the illustration below with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations.

CHUTE TILT HANDLE Pivots the Upper Chute up or

down to control the angle and distance of discharge.

CRANK ROD Rotates the Lower and Upper Chutes to

control the direction of discharge.
LEVELING SHOE Helps maintain the snow thrower in
a level position.
LIFT HANDLE Used to lift or lower the snow thrower

to transport or operating position.
LIFT RELEASE TRIGGER Releases the lock which

holds the snow thrower in the up, transport position.

0gPORE STARTING

• Use the end of assembly checklist to verify that ail

instructions have been properly completed.

• Make sure the skid shoes are adjusted to maintain

adequate ground clearance between the snow
thrower and the type of surface to be cleared. The
skid shoes are factory adjusted for clearing a
smooth surface. {Refer to the Service and Adjust
ments section in this manual.)

• Make sure the tractor engine has the correct oil for

winter operation. Refer to your tractor owner's
manual.

UPPER AND LOWER DISCHARGE CHUTE Controls

direction and height of snow discharge.

SCRAPER PLATE Replaceable plate that absorbs

wear and impact from contact with ground.

SKID SHOE Controls amount of clearance between

the scraper plate and the ground.

SPIRAL AUGER, R.H. & L.H. Feed snow to the

impeller fan at the center of the housing.

HOW TO START YOUR SNOW THROWER

• The tractor should be sitting with the engine running
at full throttle. Puli the attachment clutch switch out

to the engaged position, starting the snow thrower

before starting the tractor in motion.

HOW TO STOP YOUR SNOW THROWER

• To stop the snow thrower, push in the attachment

clutch switch on the tractor. Refer to the Operation

section in your tractor owner's manual.

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HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER

CAUTION: Never direct discharge

towards bystanders or windows. Do not

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CONTROLLING SNOW DISCHARGE

• To control the direction snow is thrown, the dis
charge chute has 180 degrees of rotation. Turn the
crank rod ciockwise to rotate the chute to the right.
Turn the crank rod counterciockwise to rotate the
chute to the left.

• To control the distance snow is thrown, the upper
section of the discharge chute pivots up and down.
Push forward on the chute tilt handle to pivot the
chute down, decreasing the distance snow is
thrown. Pull back on the handle to pivot the chute
up, increasing the distance snow is thrown.

RAISING AND LOWERING

• To raise, push down on the lift handle until the
snow thrower locks in the raised transport position.

• To iower, push down slightly on the lift handle and
pull the trigger. With the trigger pulled, slowly iower
the snow thrower until it reaches the ground.

ailow anyone in front of unit.

In extremely deep snow, raise the snow thrower
from the ground to remove the top iayer and drive
forward only until the tractors front tires reach the

uncleared bottom iayer of snow. Depress the
tractor's clutch-brake pedal and allow the spiral

auger to clear the snow. Reverse the tractor and

lower the snow thrower to the ground. Drive the
tractor forward until the snow again becomes too
deep. Repeating this process into and out of drifts
will eventually clear even the deepest of snow

piles.

If the snow thrower becomes clogged with snow or
jammed with a foreign object, disengage the snow
thrower immediately and shut off the tractor engine.

Unciog the snow thrower before resuming opera
tion.

DANGER; Shut off engine and

disengage snow thrower before

A

unclogging discharge chute. Unclog
using a wooden stick, not your hands.

OPERATING TIPS

CAUTION: Do not operate the snow

thrower without the rear weight attached

A

REMOVING SNOW

Snow removai conditions vary greatly from light fluffy
snowfall to wet heavy snow. Operating instructions

must be flexible to fit the conditions encountered. The
operator must adapt the lawn tractor and snow thrower
to depth of snow, wind direction, temperature and
surface conditions.

• Before beginning operation, thoroughly inspect the
area of operation and remove all door mats, sieds,
boards, wires and other foreign objects.

• The spiral auger speed is directly related to engine
speed. For maximum snow removal and discharge,
maintain high engine r.p.m. (full throttle). It is
advisable to operate the lawn tractor at a slow
ground speed (1st gear) for safe and efficient snow
removal.

• In deep, drifted or banked snow it will be necessary
to use full throttle and a slow ground speed (1st
gear). Drive forward into the snow, depress the
tractor’s clutch-brake pedal and ailow the spiral
auger to clear the snow. Repeat this method until a
path is cleared. On the second pass, overlap the
first enough to allow the snow thrower to handle
the snow without repeated stopping and starting of
forward motion.

to the tractor to provide extra traction
and stability.

• Discharge snow down wind whenever possible.

• To help prevent snow from sticking to the snow
thrower, ailow the snow thrower to reach outdoor

temperature before using it. A light coat of wax may

also be applied to the inside surface of the snow

thrower housing and discharge chute.

• Use tire chains to improve traction.

• Use rear wheel weights to improve traction.

• Before the first snowfall, remove ail stones, sticks

and other objects which could become hidden by
the snow. Permanent obstacles should be marked
for visibility.

• Overlap each pass slightly to assure complete
snow removal.

14

MAINTENANCE

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITiES

• Read and foilow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Fill in dates as you .
complete regular service. Service Dates

Check for loose fasteners
Check belts for wear X X
Check scraoer and shoes for wear X
Cleanina
Lubrication Section

___________

X

X X

X

CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS

• Before each use make a thorough visual check of

the snow thrower for any bolts and nuts which may
have loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.

CHECK BELTS FOR WEAR

• Visually check both of the "V' belts on the snow

thrower for wear or damage. Replace if the belt
cover has become torn, frayed of is worn through.

CHECK SCRAPER AND SHOES FOR WEAR

(Refer to figures 22 and 23 on page 16.)

• The scraper plate, skid shoes and leveling shoes

on the snow thrower are subject to wear through
normal use. To prevent damage to the spiral auger
housing, replace plate and shoes before wear is
excessive.

CLEANING

• Clean out any dirt and debris from auger and
impeller after each use.

• Before storing at the end of each season rinse out

the auger and impeller housing. Allow to dry
thoroughly.

• Before storing at the end of the season, paint any

exposed metal surfaces to protect from rust.

LUBRICATION

• Oil all pivot points on snow thrower lift mechanism.

• Oil upper and lower idler arm pivot points on the
clutch/idler assembly.

• Apply a good grade of spray lubricant to the trigger

assembly on the lift handle and the chute tilt control
assembly and cables on the crank support tube.
See figure 21.

• Apply a small amount of oil between the inside of
the discharge chute and the top of the discharge
opening on the auger housing as needed to main
tain easy rotation of the discharge chute. See
figure 21.

15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: Before servicing or adjusting

the snow thrower, shut off the engine,
remove the spark pfug wire(s), set the

A

parking brake and remove the key from
the tractor ignition.

REPLACING AUGER BELT

• Raise the snow thrower to the transport position.

• Release the spring tension on the drive belt idler.

• Release the spring tension on the auger belt idler.

• Remove the belt cover and loosen the belt keeper
bracket (items 18 and 19 on page 18).

• Remove the auger belt from the clutch/idier assem
bly and from the spiral auger housing.

• Install new belt around top of auger drive pulley
and underneath the two side idier pulieys. Twist the
belt 1/4 turn to seat it in each idler pulley.

• Reinstall the belt cover and tighten the belt keeper
bracket (items 18 and 19 on page 18).

• Assemble the belt onto the clutch/idler assembly as
instructed for figure 18 on page 11.

Lipj CABLE ADJUSTMENT

• If the lift rod does not lock the snow thrower
securely in the transport position, loosen the upper
hex nut on the lift bracket a few turns and tighten
the lower hex nut. See figure 10 on page 8.

• If the lift rod fails to unlock completely to lower the
snow thrower to the ground, loosen the lower hex
nut on the lift bracket a few turns and tighten the
upper hex nut. Refer to figure 10 on page 8.

SPIRAL AUGERS

• The spiral augers are secured to the auger shaft
with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts. If you hit a
foreign object or if ice jams the augers, the snow
thrower is designed so that the bolts will shear.

• If the augers will not turn, check to see if the shear
bolts have sheared. See figure 22. Two replace
ment shear bolts and hex lock nuts have been
provided with the snow thrower. For future use
order part number 710-0891 shear bolt and number
43064 hex lock nut.

SKID SHOE, LEVELING SHOE ADJUSTMENT

(The snow thrower must be attached to the tractor for

correct adjustment of the shoes.)

• The skid shoes regulate the distance the scraper
plate is raised above the plowing surface. They are
mounted on each side of the spiral auger housing.

The leveling shoes help maintain the snow thrower

in a level position. They are mounted Just behind

the auger housing.

• When removing snow from a gravel driveway or an
uneven surface, it is advisable to keep the scraper
plate as high above the surface as possible to
prevent possible damage to the spiral auger. On a
smooth blacktop or concrete surface, keep the
scraper plate as close to the surface as possible.

• To adjust the skid shoes, raise the snow thrower off

the ground and place a wood block under each end
of the scraper plate. Loosen the six hex nuts

securing the skid shoes to the housing. Adjust the
skid shoes up or down to the desired position and

tighten the nuts securely. Both skid shoes should

be the same height to keep the housing and the
scraper plate level. See figure 23.

• The skid shoes may be turned to face either in or

out. In order to obtain the lowest setting, where the

scraper blade fully contacts the ground, the skid
shoes must be facing out as shown in figure 23.

• Before adjusting the leveling shoes, make sure the
skid shoes are properly adjusted. With the snow

thrower in the lowered position, loosen the bolts
which fasten the leveling shoes to the thrower and

adjust the leveling shoes to solidly contact the
ground. Retighten the bolts. See figure 23.

16

STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

• Lower the snow thrower to the ground and remove
it from the tractor.

• Clean the snow thrower thoroughly. Wash off any
salt deposits which may have dried on the thrower
and housing.

• Any bare metal that has become exposed should
be painted or coated with a iight oil to prevent rust.

• Store in a dry place.

REMOVING THE SPIRAL AUGER HOUSING

• Raise the snow thrower to the transport position.

• Release the spring tension from the auger belt idler
arm on the bottom of the clutch/idler assembly.

• Remove the auger drive belt from the clutch/idier
assembly. See figure 18 on page 11.

• Lower the snow thrower to the ground.

• Remove the attachment pin and puli the auger
housing assembly off of the tractor. Refer to figure
15 on page 10.

HINT: If the auger housing does not remove easily

from the tractor, try placing 1" or 2" blocks of wood
under the front skid shoes on the snow thrower.

See the instructions for figure 15 on page 10.

PARTS TO REMOVE AT END OF SEASON

• Remove the "V" belt from the engine pulley and the
clutch/idler assembly. See figure 16 on page 10.

• Remove the clutch/idier assembly. (The two hanger

brackets and the two frame brackets should not

create any interference with the mower deck and

may be left attached to the tractor frame.)

• If a rear mounted attachment is to be used, remove
the rear weight tray by removing the two bolts
which fasten it to the tractor draw bar and by

loosening the two bolts fastening the tray's brace
arms to the tractor. Be sure to retighten the two
bolts and nuts which fastened the brace arms to

the tractor. See figure 19 on page 12.

• If a front mounted attachment is to be used,

remove the side plates from the front of the tractor.
Be sure to reassemble the removed bolts and nuts

to the tractor frame. See figures 1 and 2 on page 6.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Spiral augers stop turning

Clogged discharge chute

Snow thrower stalls tractor engine

Front wheeis siide instead of steering

Snow thrower rides up over snow

1. Upper or lower V belt too loose

2. Upper or lower V belt broken

3. Shear bolts are sheared.

1. Tractor ground speed too fast

2. Tractor throttle set too iow

3. Snow too deep

4. Snow melts during contact with

the snow thrower.

1. Object jammed in spiral auger

2. Hard or heavy snow

Not enough traction at front wheels 1. Lower skid shoes, raising scraper

1. Tractor ground speed too fast

2. Bottom snow is icy or hard packed

1. Increase tension on V belt

2. Replace V belt

3. Replace shear bolts in auger

1. Use lower tractor gear

2. Increase to full throttle

3. Raise the snow thrower

4. Allow snow thrower to cool to

outdoor temperature before using

1. Stop engine, disengage the snow
thrower and clear the auger

2. Increase to full throttle and
decrease ground speed

plate to reduce resistance

2. Pull down slightly on lift handle to
temporarily increase weight on
front wheels

1. Reduce ground speed

2. Lower the skid shoes so that front

of skid shoe is lower than the rear

Snow thrower rocks backward while
blowing snow

Leveling shoes set too high Adjust leveling shoes as instructed

in Service and Adjustments section

17

REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248462 46" SNOW THROWER

106 105

18

REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248462 46" SNOW THROWER

REF.
NO.

10 46703

11

12
13
14
15 24913
16 48593
17
18
19
20 47810

21 47044 2

22 05845B 2 Bearing Housing
23 24911

24
25
26 48595
27
28
29
30

31 24309

32
33 43081 16

34
35 G586868
36 24481
37
38 43003 19
39
40 44326 10 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"

41

42 48572 1
43 710-0696
44 736-0247 1 Fiat Washer, 3/8" x 1-1/4"
45 731-1696
46
47
48
49 731-0846C

51 731-1313C

52 784-5594 1
53 746-0928

54
55 43085
56 710-0896
57

PART

NO.

1

63576
2 64517 1 Impeller Assembly
3 47368
4

47369

63772 1

5

63771 1

6
7

018"040^5
8 24308
9 784-5076

R19111116

43063 3
43064
43086 30

47598 6 Flanged Lock Nut, 1/4-20 Thd. 74
24942 1
24941 1

24910
24912 1

43353
43262 2

711-0242 2 Spacer

44917 1
43080 20 Carriage Bolts, 5/16-18 x 3/4" 89 46959
24279

43001
43082 17
48570

784-5711 1

1543-69

731-0903D 1

746-0929

741-0475

QTY. DESCRIPTION

1

Housing Assembly

2 Spring Pin, 5/16" X 1-3/4"
2 Spring Pin, 3/16" X 1-3/4"

Spiral Assembly, R.H.

Spiral Assembly, L.H. (Not Shown) 63 24299
1 Auger Gear Assembly 64 64504 1 Idler Arm Assembly
1 Gear Housing Support Plate
1

Gear Housing Support Bracket 66
1

Bolt, SelfThd., 5/16-18x3/4"

7

Flat Washer, 11/32" x 11/16" 68 756-0405

Hex Bolt, 5/16-18x1"

Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18 Thd.

38

Lockwasher, 5/16" 71 48102 1
1 Bearing Offset Bracket 72
1 Spacer

Belt Keeper Bracket

Belt Cover

12

Nylock Nut, 5/16-18

V-Pulley, Idler
1

Idler Bracket, L.H.
1

Idler Bracket, R.H.

Cross Tie Bracket
1 Key, 3/16" X 3/4"

2 Lockwasher, 1/2" 84 43432 2

Hex Lock Nut, 1/2-13 Thd.

Palnut, 3/8"
1

Wear Plate

Fiat Washer, 5/16"

2

Skid Shoe 91 48569

2 Leveling Shoe
2

Skid Shoe Bracket

12 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16x1" 94

Lockwasher, 3/8"

Hex Lock Nut, 3/8" 96 43661 6
1 Bearing, Self Aligning

Pulley, 9" 99 43083
1 Hex Bolt, 3/8-24 x 7/8"

1

Discharge Chute Adapter

Chute Bracket, 6" 103

5 Nylon Washer, 5/8" 104

Lower Discharge Chute 105
1

Upper Discharge Chute 106 736-0250
1

Cable Guide

Cable Bracket 108 46703 6 Bolt, Seif Thd. 5/16-18x3/4"
1

Chute Control Cable 109
1

Chute Control Cable w/Clip
1

Hex Bolt, 5/16-18x1-1/2"
1

Hex Screw, 1/4-14x5/8"

2

Plastic Bushing, 3/8"

REF.

NO.

58 684-0061
59 784-5149
60 43850
61 43070 8 Flat Washer, 3/8"
62

65 24286
67 24472 1
69

70

73 750-0456
75 714-0161

76 741-0919
77 08253B 1 Bearing Housing

78
79
80
81
82
83

85
86 46963
87
88 43055

90 46961
92

93
95
97

98

100 48106
101 43038
102

107 741-0192 2

110
111 23924 1
112

PART

NO.

24300

63762 1

47044 1 V-ldler Pulley, 4"

47064 1
738-0680
750-0660

15296A 1 Bearing Housing, Open
14088B 1

44377 2
736-0247 2 Flat Washer, 3/8" x 1-1/4"

43063 3

43054 2 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16x2"

24571 1 Spacer
43343

24295

731-0851A

1643-60

24482 1 Anti-Rotation Bracket

43088 6
43182 1

710-0891
738-0492 1
714-0135
741-0494 4

63572 1

63571 1

23923

48568

QTY. DESCRIPTION

1

Chute Crank Assembly

1

U-Joint

2

Roll Pin, 1/8"x5/8"

1

Chute Crank Bracket, Rear

1 Chute Crank Bracket, Front
1

Pivot Spacer

Idler Bracket Assembly

Pivot Spacer

2

Flat Pulley, 3-3/4"
V-Pulley, 5.9"

V-Pulley, 10"
1 Shaft
1 Spacer
1 Spacer
2

Key
2 Ball Bearing

Spindle Spacer

Hex Bolt, 3/8-24 X 1"

Hex Bolt, 5/16-18x1"

Hex Bolt, 3/8-16x2-1/2"
2 Chain, Tensioning

4 Hair Cotter Pin, 1 /8" #4
2 Hair Cotter Pin, 3/32" #3
2 Spring

1 V-Belt, Auger
1

V-Belt, Drive
1

Clutch & Pulley Frame

Chute Keeper

3

1

Plastic Grip

Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 X 1"

Flat Washer, 1 /4"

Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 X 3/4"

2

Hex Nut, 5/16-18 Thd.

2

Shoulder Bolt, 3/8-16 x 5/8"

2 Pivot Lock Pin
2 Shear Bolt, 5/16-18x1-3/4"

Shaft, Spiral Axle
1

Woodruff Key, 1/4" x 3/4"

Flange Bushing

4 Flat Washer, 1"x 1-3/4"

Flange Bearing W/Flats

Hanger Bracket Assembly, R.H.

Hanger Bracket Assembly, L.H.

Frame Bracket, R.H.
1

Frame Bracket, L.H.
1

Owner's Manual

19

REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248462 46" SNOW THROWER

20

REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248462 46" SNOW THROWER

REF.
NO.

10 47368

11

12
13 784-5706

14
15 63675
16
17 24312 2 Mounting Bracket
18 43093
19
20 48115 6 Hex Lock Jam Nut, 1/2-13 Thd.

21

22
23
24 47364 2 Spacer
25 24418
26 43086
27
28 43010
29 47066
30 43343 3

31

32 784-5604 1
33

PART

NO.

1

24820

2

63773

747-3248A 1

3
4 47277 1 Hex Screw, #10 x 1/2"
5

732-0306
6 R19131316
7

736-0400

43064 4

8
9 43063

47369

603-0365

24310

741-0192 2

48114

R19171616

43055
44062 2 Clevis Pin, 1 /2" x 1"

R19212016

603-0302 1

720-0232 1

QTY. DESCRIPTION

1

Lift Bracket

1

Handle Lift Bracket Assembly
Index Lift Rod

1 Compression Spring
1

Flat Washer, 13/32" x 13/16"

1

Flat Washer, 3/16" x 5/8"
Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18 Thd.

2 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18x1"

1 Spring Pin, 5/16" X 1-3/4"
1 Spring Pin, 3/16" X 1-3/4"
1

Frame Assembly
2 Upper Link
2

Lift Link

1

Lift Arm Assembly

Flange Bearing W/ Flats

1 Cotter Pin, 1/8" X 1-1/2"

Shoulder Bolt, 1/2-13x5/8"

6
2 Fiat Washer, 17/32" x 1"

4 Hair Cotter Pin, 3/32" #3

1

Bracket Support Rod

12 Lockwasher, 5/16"

4 Fiat Washer, 21/32" x 1-1/4"
2 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x1"

1

Attachment Pin

Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8" #4

Chute Tilt Bracket Assembly

Chute Tilt Handle

Knob

REF.

NO.

34 46957 1
35
36
37
38 47339
39 47555
40
41
42
43 726-0178
44
45 63569
46 47033
47
48 24288
49
50
51 43003 8
52 43082
53 44215
54
55 47599
56 44695
57 43084 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18x1-3/4"
58 43009
59 43001
61 43790
62
63 731-1313C
64
65 46956
66 63755
67 47317 1
68

PART

NO.

720-0201A 1

44917 2

741-0475

712-0127 1
710-1233

46446
63568

24331

23812 2
43062 2 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16x1-1/2"

43083 8 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 Thd.

44326

43081

47554 1 Housing, Trigger

QTY. DESCRIPTION

Chute Crank Rod
Knob, Crank
Painut, 3/8"

1

Plastic Bushing, 3/8"

1

Lift Handle Tube

1

Lift Cable

Fiat Weld Nut, #10-24 Thd.
1 Oval Screw, #10-24 x 1"
1

Handle Grip

2

Plastic Tie
1

Side Plate Assembly, R.H.
1

Side Plate Assembly, L.H.
1

Weight Keg
1

Weight Tray
1

Cross Brace, Weight Tray

Brace Arm, Side

Lockwasher, 3/8"

Hex Lock Nut, 3/8-16 Thd.

6
2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-3/4"

2 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18x1"
2

Bowed Washer

2 Fiat Washer, 3/4"
4 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16x1"

1

Tarp Strap

4

Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"
1

Cable Guide
1

Fiat Washer, 5/16"
1 Crank Support Tube
1

Cable Release Trigger Assembly

Plastic Cap

21

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snow thrower. Refer also to the instructions in your vehicle owners manual.

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