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Operator's Manual
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DO NOT RETURN TO STORE
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POWER RAKE
Model No. 486.29280
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read
this manual and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
Safety•
Assembly•
Operation•
Maintenance•
Parts•
FORM NO. 40946 (05/22/08)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ..............................................................2
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ....................................3
CARTON CONTENTS .....................................................3
ASSEMBLY ......................................................................4
OPERATION ....................................................................6
MAINTENANCE ..............................................................6
STORAGE .......................................................................6
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS .....................................7
TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................................7
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION ...............................8,10
REPAIR PARTS LIST..................................................9,11
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .........................Back Page
WARRANTY
CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
In the unlikely event that this product has an initial issue of missing parts, or you need assembly or operation assistance
please call 1-866-576-8388 for immediate response. Do not return to store.
When assembled, operated and maintained according to the supplied instructions, if this products fails due to defect in
material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store or other Craftsman outlet in
the United States for a free replacement.
This warranty excludes tines, which are expendable parts that can wear out from normal use in less than 1 year
This warranty is void if this electric dethatcher / power rake is used for commercial or rental purposes.
Thiswarrantygivesyouspeciclegalrights,andyoumayalsohaveotherrightswhichvaryfromstatetostate.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
decal attached to the Power Rake.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER: 486.29280
SERIAL NUMBER: __________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: __________________
SAFETY
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 carefully and know how to operate your Power Rake. Be familiar with the controls and the •
proper use of the Power Rake.
Never allow children to use the Power Rake. Do not allow adults to operate without proper instructions.•
Never use the Power Rake while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.•
Wear substantial footwear, long pants and eye protection while using the Power Rake.•
Thoroughly inspect the area where the Power Rake is to be used and remove all stones, sticks and other foreign objects.•
OnlyusethePowerRakeindaylightorgoodarticiallight.•
Do not use the Power Rake on wet grass.•
Be careful when operating the Power Rake on slopes or uneven ground.•
Do not operate on excessively steep slopes.•
Always stop the Power Rake when transporting or crossing any surface other than grass.•
NeveroperatethePowerRakewithoutthedeectors/grasscatchersinplace.•
NeveroperatethePowerRakewithdefectivedeectors/grasscatchers.•
Switch on the motor according to instructions and with hands, feet and any other parts of the body away from the tines.•
Do not tilt the Power Rake when turning on unless absolutely necessary for it to start. If it is necessary to tilt the •
Power Rake when starting, always lift only the part which is away from the operator. Make sure both hands are in the
operating position before returning the appliance to the ground.
Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts at all times.•
Use only outdoor rated extension cords plugged into a ground fault receptacle.•
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FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART
REF QTY DESCRIPTION
A 6 Wing Knob
B 3 Power Cord Holder
C 1 Bag Support Clip
REF QTY DESCRIPTION
D 6 Carriage Bolt
E 2 Washer
CARTON CONTENTS
REF QTY DESCRIPTION
1 2 Middle Handle Tube
2 1 Power Rake w/ Upper Handle Tube
3 1 Lower Handle Tube
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REF QTY DESCRIPTION
4 2 Handle Attachment Brackets
5 1 Bag
6 1 Cord Holder
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ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: DO NOT ASSEMBLE WITH
POWER RAKE PLUGGED INTO A
POWER SOURCE
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 1)
Attach the handle attachment brackets to each side •
of the lower handle tube.
STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 3)
Attach the long end of each of the middle handle •
tubes to the lower handle tube using 2 carriage bolts
(D) and wing knobs (A).
FIGURE 1
STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 2)
Fasten the handle attachment brackets and lower •
handle tube to the Power Rake housing using two
carriage bolts (D), washers (E) and wing knobs (A).
FIGURE 3
STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 4)
Slide the cord holder (6) onto the right middle handle •
tube.
FIGURE 2
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FIGURE 4
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