Craftsman 486.244414 Operator's Manual
Craftsman 486.244414 Operator's Manual

Craftsman 486.244414 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
42" SNOW BLADE
Model No. 486.244414
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read
and follow all Safety, Assembly
and Operating Instructions
IMPORTANT:
For Missing Parts or
Assembly Questions Call 866-576-8388
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or assembly tips?
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Instruction Guide.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
®
STOP
DO NOT RETURN TO STORE
For Missing Parts or Assembly
Questions Call 1-866-576-8388
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Parts
FORM NO. 41793 (12/15/14)

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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual STOP ® 42" SNOW BLADE DO NOT RETURN TO STORE For Missing Parts or Assembly Model No. 486.244414 Questions Call 1-866-576-8388 CAUTION: • Safety Before using this product, read • Assembly and follow all Safety, Assembly • Operation and Operating Instructions •...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    OF SALE a defective product will be replaced free of charge. For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web page: www. craftsman.com/ warranty To obtain warranty coverage, return a defective product with proof of sale to the retailer from which it was purchased for free replacement. This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.
  • Page 3: Accessories And Attachments

    FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 46071 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3-1/4" R19172410 1/2" Washer, (Large) 43648 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" 43070 3/8" Washer 43085 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2" 43081 5/16"...
  • Page 4: Carton Contents

    PARTS IN PACKAGES NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE REF QTY PART NO DESCRIPTION REF QTY PART NO DESCRIPTION 746-0260 Cable End Fitting — Blade Adjust Spring 05762 Cable Mount Bracket 731-0869 Plastic Grip 43348 Angle Lock Spring 62561 Grip Assembly 726-0178 Nylon Tie 23151 Angle Lock Bars 23856...
  • Page 5: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR 917 MODEL TRACTORS Pliers Hammer LOCATE THE MOWER SUSPENSION BRACKETS Adjustable Wrench (or socket set) 9/16" Open End or Box End Wrench • If there is a single mower deck suspension bracket 7/16" Open End or Box End Wrench underneath the middle of the front axle as shown 1/2"...
  • Page 6 INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH SINGLE INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH DUAL FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKET FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKETS STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 2) IDENTIFY YOUR SUSPENSION BRACKETS • Remove the tractor hood. Refer to your tractor owners • Compare your tractor to the ones shown in figure 4. manual for instructions on how to properly remove the •...
  • Page 7 INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE A TRACTORS INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE B TRACTORS STEP 1: STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 7) (SEE FIGURE 5) • Remove any bolts found in the holes indicated in the • Remove any bolts found in the holes indicated in the illustration.
  • Page 8 INSTRUCTIONS FOR 917 MODEL TRACTORS STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 9) STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 10) • Assemble one angle support bracket to the topmost • Assemble the pivot support bracket to the angle set of holes in the hanger brackets using two 3/8" x support brackets using four 3/8"...
  • Page 9 INSTRUCTIONS FOR 247 MODEL TRACTORS STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 14) • Pull out on the attachment pins on the hitch assembly STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 13) and swing the top of the pins down away from the • Select the illustration below which most closely holes they were in.
  • Page 10 BLADE ASSEMBLY FOR ALL TRACTORS STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 17) • 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 •...
  • Page 11 STEP 5: (SEE FIGURE 19) STEP 7: (SEE FIGURE 21) • Assemble one 5/16" jam nut (J) 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.
  • Page 12 STEP 8: (SEE FIGURE 22) STEP 10: (SEE FIGURE 24) • Assemble the large 1/2" washer (Q) onto the channel • Remove the rubber cap and the first jam nut from the pivot pin. threaded end of the control cable and slide them onto •...
  • Page 13 STEP 12: (SEE FIGURE 26) STEP 13: (SEE FIGURE 27) • Place the end of the blade pivot rod down through the • Pivot the blade to the center position and lower it to blade pivot shaft. Attach the other end of the blade the ground.
  • Page 14: Operation

    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...
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 16: Service And Adjustments

    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.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These and other accessories are recommended for use with your unit. Call 1-888-331-4569 to find out if they are available. If available, they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1-888-331-4569. WHEEL WEIGHT TIRE CHAINS...
  • Page 18: Repair Parts Illustration

    PARTS...
  • Page 20 Para respuestas a preguntas o problemas, y ordenar piezas o pedir servicio para la reparación de su equipo. To help us help you, register your product at www.craftsman.com/registration Para poderte ayudar mejor, registra tu producto en www.craftsman.com/registration Join the Craftsman Club today!

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