Craftsman 486.241322 Owner's Manual page 2

SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 2
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ............................. 3
CARTON CONTENTS ............................................... 4
ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 4
OPERATION ............................................................ 11
MAINTENANCE ....................................................... 12
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 13
STORAG E ................................................................ 13
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................. 13
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION .......................... 14
REPAIR PARTS LIST .............................................. 15
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................. Back Page
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN LAWNSWEEPER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Lawnsweeper 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, tf this Lawnsweeper 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/DEPART-
MENT 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
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 the vehicle and sweeper owners manuals and
know how to operate your vehicle and sweeper
before using this sweeper attachment. Always
instruct other users before they operate the sweeper.
• Do not permit children to operate sweeper.
• Do not permit anyone to ride on sweeper.
• Never attach the hopper rope to any part of your
body or clothing! Never hold onto the rope while
towing the sweeper! Attach the rope to the towing
vehicle to keep it away from wheels and rotating
parts.
• Operate the sweeper at reduced speed on rough
terrain, near ditches and on hillsides to prevent loss
of control.
• Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the
attachment of this sweeper. Do not fill sweeper to
maximum capacity without checking the capability of
the towing vehicle to safely pull and stop with the
sweeper attached. Stay off of steep slopes.
• Stop and inspect vehicle and sweeper for damage
after striking an object. Repair any damage before
continuing operation.
• Keep sweeper away from fire. Excessive heat can
damage the brushes and hopper bag and could
cause the bag and its contents to burn.
• Before storing the sweeper, always empty the hopper
bag to avoid spontaneous combustion.
• Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in the maintenance section of this manual.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It mean--Attention!!
Become alert!! Your safety is involved.
The model number and serial numbers will be found on
a decal attached to the sweeper housing.
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:
486.241322