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Operator's Manual
®
STOP
42" SNOW BLADE
DO NOT RETURN TO STORE
For Missing Parts or Assembly
Model No. 486.244412
Questions Call 1-866-576-8388
CAUTION:
• Saf ety
Before using this product, read
• Assemb ly
and follow all Safety, Assembly
• Oper ation
and Operating Instructions
• Maintenance
• P ar ts
IMPORTANT: For Missing Parts or
Assembly Questions Call 866-576-8388
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY .................................................................... 2 MAINTENANCE ............................................................ 15 SAFETY RULES ............................................................. 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS....................................16 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS........................... 3 STORAGE.................................................................16 FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ..............................
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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These and other accessor ies are recommended f or use with y our unit. Call 1-800-4-MY -HOME® to find out if the y are a v ailab le . If available, they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. WEIGHT BRACKET WHEEL WEIGHT TIRE CHAINS SNOW CAB FOR DRAW BAR FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART A E H B C D F G V U P N O M I J T K Q R L S REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION A 46071 1 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20
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18 PARTS IN PACKAGES NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE 1 5 10 6 8 4 7 9 2 11 3 REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION 1 2 Cable End Fitting 7 1 Blade Adjust Spring 8 1 Plastic Grip 2 1 Cable Mount Bracket 3 1 Angle Lock Spring 9 1 Grip Assembly 10 2 Angle Lock Bars 4 2 Nylon Tie 5 1 Spring Mount Rod 11 1 Blade Pivot Shaft 6 1 Channel Pivot Pin CARTON CONTENTS (Loose Parts in Carton) 14 12 17 16 22 13 15 24 22 23 20 21 19 REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION 12 1 Hanger Bracket, L.H.
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ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR 917 MODEL TRACTORS (1) Pliers LOCATE MOWER SUSPENSION BRACKETS (1) Hammer • Look under the front of your tractor. (1) Adjustable Wrench (or socket set) • If there is a single mower deck suspension (1) 9/16" Open End or Box End Wrench bracket located underneath the middle of the front (1) 7/16" Open End or Box End Wrench axle as shown in the image below, proceed to (1) 1/2" Open End or Box End Wrench INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH SINGL
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STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 3) INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH DUAL • Fasten the R.H. Side Plate (bend facing out) to the FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKETS front three holes in the tractor frame using three 3/8" x 1" carriage bolts (H), three large 1/2" washers (M) (see note) and three 3/8" nylock nuts (L). For the IDENTIFY YOUR SUSPENSION BRACKETS rear hole, use a 5/16" x 1" carriage bolt (F), a large • Compare your tractor to the illustrations shown below. 1/2" washer (M) and a 5/16" nylock nut (
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STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 6) INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE B TRACTORS • Attach the R.H. hanger bracket to the two front empty holes on the right side of the tractor frame using two STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 7) new 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D), 3/8" lock washers (R), • Remove any bolts found in the holes indicated in the and 3/8" flat w ashers (N) as sho wn. F or the rear hole , illustration. use a 3/8" x 1" hex bolt (D), 3/8" lock washer (R) and 3/8" flat w asher (N) with a large 1/2" w asher (M) placed betw
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL 917 MODEL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 247 MODEL TRACTORS TRACTORS STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 11) STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 9) • Assemble one slotted angle support bracket to the • Assemble one angle support bracket to the topmost top set of holes in the quick attach brackets using two set of holes in the hanger brackets using two 3/8" x 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Do 1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Assemble not tighten the second angle support bracket to t
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3/8" NYLOCK NUT (L) STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 13) STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 14) • Assemble a shoulder bolt (V) and a 3/8" nylock nut • Pull out on the attachment pins on the hitch assembly (L) to the front bracket on each side of the tractor, and swing the top of the pins down away from the unless a shoulder bolt is already present. holes they were in. • Hook the hitch assembly onto the shoulder bolts in the sides of the tractor frame. • Align the holes in the hitch assembly with the holes in the
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STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 17) BLADE ASSEMBLY FOR ALL TRACTORS • Using a hammer, assemble a 3/8" palnut (S) onto one end of the spring mount rod. Insert the other end of STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 15) the spring mount rod through the pivot plate using the • Assemble the two angle lock bars together as shown rear set of holes. Support the assembled end of the in figure 6, so that all holes are aligned. Use one 3/8" spring mount rod on a block of wood, and assemble x 1-1/4" carriage bolt (E) and on
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STEP 5: (SEE FIGURE 19) STEP 7: (SEE FIGURE 21) • Assemble one 5/16" jam nut (I) approximately 3/4" • To attach the blade to the channel assembly, align onto threaded end of control cable that has no rubber the notched holes in the pivot plate with the notched cap or preassembled nuts. Assemble threaded cable holes in the blade. Insert a 1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pin (P) end through round hole in cable mount bracket and down through the hole at the bend in the blade pivot secure with another
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STEP 8: (SEE FIGURE 22) STEP 10: (SEE FIGURE 24) • Assemble the large 1/2" washer (Q) onto the channel • Remo v e the r ub ber cap and the first jam n ut from the pivot pin. threaded end of the control cable and slide them onto • Attach the channel assembly to the tractor by placing the control cable wire. Adjust the second jam nut on the end of the channel assembly up inside the pivot the threads so that it is approximately 3/4" from end. support bracket on the tractor. Align the hole
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STEP 12: (SEE FIGURE 26) • Place the end of the blade pivot rod down through the blade pivot shaft. Attach the other end of the blade pivot rod to the lift handle tube. Secure both ends with a hairpin cotter (O). The holes for the hairpin cotters should be parallel to the ground. • Use the two plastic ties to hold the cable securely to the outside of the handle tube and away from the tr actor to a v oid direct heat from the tr actor m uffler . • Squeeze the grip assembly to check blade
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW BLADE Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your snow blade. Compare the illustration below with your snow blade to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations. LIFT HANDLE TUBE LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASSEMBLY BLADE PIVOT ROD ANGLE LOCK BARS BLADE ADJUST SPRING LIFT HANDLE ROD BLADE SHOE CONTROL CABLE BLADE PIVOT SHAFT LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASS'Y. Unlocks the blade to swivel to the right and left. LIFT HANDLE TUBE Raises or lowers the b
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Wheel weights and tire chains must be used with CAUTION: Carefully inspect the area your snow blade for traction. These accessories are to be worked before operating the snow available at your nearest Sears retail store. blade. Avoid pipes, roots, curbs or other heavy obstructions. Using the Snow blade • Prepare the lawn tractor engine for cold weather CAUTION: Know the terrain. Avoid using instructions furnished with the lawn tractor. exceptionally steep slopes or drop-offs • Alw a ys
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS To Adjust Blade Spring To Adjust the Blade Pivot Lock Mechanism • The tension of the blade adjust spring may be altered • If the blade will not unlock and pivot, the angle lock to permit the blade to tilt forward to bypass solid bars are not disengaging from the slots in the pivot obstructions. To change the spring tension, adjust the plate. To correct, adjust the 5/16" hex jam nuts to nuts at upper end of the spring bolt. Standing in front draw the end of the contr
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Blade is difficult to r aise . Lift mechanism is binding Lubricate pivot points as shown in figure 29 on page 15. Blade is difficult to piv ot. Handle tube is binding on lift rod. Lubricate lift handle rod as instructed in figure 23 on page 12. Blade will not unlock to pivot. Lock mechanism is out of adjustment Refer to the Service and Adjustments and is not disengaging. section on page 16. 17
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PARTS 18 REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.244412 - 42" SNOW BLADE 22 49 38 9 51 OPTIONAL ACCESSORY 21 3 20 25 7 1 44 27 23 8 54 43 32 36 4 11 15 57 31 5 17 B 25 44 4 25 19 C 7 35 24 14 8 44 B 37 44 2 38 48 41 36 47 40 16 39 44 62 41 48 35 34 45 46 33 16 A 63 62 65 47 55 10 42 36 16 26 64 56 A 16 13 29 16 C 12 16 25 61 52 51 30 47 16 44 28 50 52 16 60 51 66 52 9 58 5 58 18 53 51,59 51 67
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19 REPAIR PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 486.244412 - 42" SNOW BLADE REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 1 23114 1 Blade 42" 36 43010 3 Cotter Pin 1/8" x 1-1/4" 2 23117 1 Wear Plate 42" 37 43348 1 Angle Lock Spring 3 62980 1 Reinforcement Plate Assembly 38 746-0260 2 Cable End Fitting 4 43080 6 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4" 39 731-0869 1 Grip, Plastic 5 44326 8 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1" 40 46471 1 Handle, Grip 7 43081 4 Washer, 5/16" 41 712-0256 2 Hex Jam Nut, 5/16-24 Thread 8
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To order replacement parts, call Sears Parts Direct 1-800-252-1698 or go to www.searspartsdirect.com
