Craftsman 40 in. Rear Mount Dethatcher Owner's Manual
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1.2. decal attached to the dethatcher SERIAL NUMBER You should record both the serial number and the date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference DATE OF PURCHASE A SAFETY A 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 e Read this owners manual carefully for operating and e Always begin with the transmission in first low gear service instructions before attempting to assemble or and engine at low speed and gradually increase operate this equipment Be thoroughly familiar with speed as conditions permit the proper use of this equipment e The vehicle braking and stability may be affected e Read the vehicle owners manual and vehicle safety with the attachment of this equipment Be aware of rules and know how to operate the vehicle before changing conditions on slopes Refer to safety rules in using this equipment the vehicle owner s manual concerning safe operation e Never allow children to operate the tractor or on slopes STAY OFF OF STEEP SLOPES dethatcher attachment and do not allow adults to e Always operate up and down a slope never across operate without proper instructions the face of a slope e This dethatcher attachment has sharp tine points e This equipment should be operated at reduced speed Always handle with care and wear substantial foot on rough terrain a
3. suitable if it can be tied down to the shield Secure weight by using suitable binding material such as rubber tie down straps or wire fastening to the holes in the shield flange See figure 8 FIGURE 8 MAINTENANCE STORAGE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES e Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Fill in dates as you complete regular service Service Dates e Before each use check all nuts and bolts for tightness e Lubricate wheels at least once a year or as needed e If rust appears on the shield or spring tines sand lightly and coat with enamel paint e Always store in a dry area and coat exposed metal with light oil when not in use To remove a spring tine insert a screw driver or punch into the locking tab and pry up Replace spring tine and pry tab down See figure 9 SCREW DRIVER FIGURE 9 PARTS 40 TINE DETHATCHER MODELS 486 243152 486 24316 i oNO AN h A M1 Hitch Arm Mount Bracket Hitch Bracket Spring Tine Spring Alignment Wire Wheel Tine Shield Hitch Mount Arm Lift Plate Axle Bracket Lift Handle Shoulder Bolt Angle Bracket Purchase Common Hardware Locally h n ANN Nylock Nut 3 8 16 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 Nylock Nut 5 16 18 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 Handle Grip Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 Hitch Pin 3 8 Flat Head Hair Cotter Pin 1 8 Ow
4. IP 7 LIFT HANDLE 5 16 x 1 CARRIAGE BOLT 5 16 NYLOCK NUT NUT FIGURE 6 OPERATION Regular removal of thatch is critical to maintenance of a healthy lawn Excessive thatch prevents air water and fertilizer from reaching the roots To effectively dislodge excessive thatch from your lawn read these instructions for proper adjustment and operation of the dethatcher ADJUSTMENT OF TINE SHIELD e Move the towing vehicle onto a level surface such as a driveway or garage floor and attach the tine dethatcher to the vehicle hitch See figure 7 e Lower the dethatcher into operating position using the lift handle Loosen the two nylock nuts and carriage bolts which fasten the hitch mount arms to the hitch arm mount brackets at the rear of the tine shield Adjust the tine shield until it is level and both the front and rear spring tines are in contact with the ground Retighten the hex nuts See figure 7 CARRIAGE BOLT amp NYLOCK NUT FIGURE 7 OPERATING TIPS Vary the vehicle s forward speed until the best dethatching action is achieved For best results use a crisscross pattern on your lawn If the dethatcher appears to be jumping during use then extra weight should be added to the tine shield In most conditions extra weight will be needed Concrete patio blocks are recommended for weight because of their low profile however any type of weight is
5. Owner s Manual CRAFTSMAN 40 TINE DETHATCHER DO NOT RETURN TO STORE Model No 486 243152 Questions Call 1 866 576 8368 Model No 486 24316 CAUTION e Safety Before using this product read this manual and follow all Safety Assembly Rules and Operating Instructions E Operation e Maintenance e Parts Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www sears com craftsman PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 42107 8 14 08 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES iit uen di ett etatis 2 OPERATION trier E Rea e ree robar odes 6 FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHADT esee 3 MAINTENANCE STORAGE eee 6 CARTON CONTENT eee 4 REPAIR PARTS ergeet eoo er roin pedet 7 ASSEMBLY teo vete toe c 4 PARTS ORDERING SERVICE Back Cover WARRANTY ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it if this Tine Dethatcher fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME to arrange for free repair or replacement if repair proves impossible If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co D817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
6. Pliers REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON e Remove all parts and hardware packages from the carton Lay out all parts and hardware and identify using the illustrations on pages 3 and 4 e Assemble two tall hitch arm mount brackets and two short angle brackets to the bottom of the tine shield at the rear Use four 5 16 x 1 hex bolts and 5 16 nylock nuts Do not tighten yet Position the brackets as shown in figure 1 e Assemble two angle brackets to the bottom of the tine shield at the front Use two 5 16 x 1 hex bolts and 5 16 nylock nuts Do not tighten yet Position the brackets as shown in figure 1 HITCH ARM MOUNT BRACKET ANGLE BRACKET 5 16 NYLOCK HEX BOLT FIGURE 1 e Fasten the hitch mount arms to the outside of the front angle brackets Use two 5 16 x 1 hex bolts and 5 16 nylock nuts Tighten then loosen the nuts slightly See figure 2 e Fasten the hitch mount arms to the outside of the rear hitch arm mount brackets Use two 5 16 x 1 carriage bolts and 5 16 nylock nuts Do not tighten yet See figure 2 5 16 x 1 5 16 5 16 x 1 CARRIAGE BOLT NYLOCK HEX BOLT 5 16 NYLOCK Te FIGURE 2 Assemble the front ends of the hitch mount arms together using two 5 16 x 1 1 4 hex bolts and 5 16 nylock nuts Do not tighten yet See figure 3 Assemble the hitch brackets to the top and bottom of the hitch mount arms using two 5 16 x 2 hex bolts and 5 16 nylock nuts Do not tighten yet Se
7. e figure 3 Assemble the 3 8 hitch pin through the hitch brackets and secure it with a 1 8 hair cotter pin See figure 3 5 16 NYLOCK NUT 1 8 HAIR La COTTER PIN 5 16 x 1 1 4 7 7 BRACKET HEX BOLT 5 16 x 2 HEX BOLT 3 8 HITCH PIN FIGURE 3 Tighten the bolts and nuts assembled in figure 3 Tighten the bolts and nuts assembled in figure 1 Tighten the rear bolts and nuts assembled in figure 2 Assemble the axle bracket to the outside of the rear angle brackets using two 5 16 x 1 hex bolts and 5 16 nylock nuts The angled ends of the axle bracket must point as shown in figure 4 Tighten the bolts and nuts and then loosen slightly AXLE BRACKET 5 16 NYLOCK NUT 5 16 x 1 HEX BOLT FIGURE 4 Assemble the wheels to the axle bracket using two shoulder bolts and two 3 8 nylock nuts Tighten See figure 5 SHOULDER BOLT 3 8 NYLOCK NUT Assemble a hitch arm mount bracket to the axle bracket using two 5 16 x 1 carriage bolts and 5 16 nylock nuts Do not tighten yet See figure 6 Insert the lift handle down through the tine shield Attach it to the just assembled hitch arm mount bracket using a 5 16 x 1 hex bolt and a 5 16 nylock nut Tighten See figure 6 Position the hitch arm mount bracket so that there is side tension on the lift handle when it is locked in the up position Tighten the nuts See figure 6 Assemble the grip onto the end of the lift handle See figure 6 ix GR
8. long creeks and ditches and on wear when operating this dethatcher hillsides to prevent tipping and loss of control Do not e Do not allow anyone to ride or sit on dethatcher drive too close to a creek or a ditch attachment frame or on towing vehicle e Do not tow this equipment on a highway or any other e Keep the area of operation clear of all persons public thoroughfare particularly small children and also pets e Follow the maintenance instructions as outlined in this owners manual Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means Attention Become alert Your safety is involved HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS SHOWN FULL SIZE aS iy C ui mi my 7 amp M 8 NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE D K L S SEO 2 2 2 Shoulder Bolt H Ps Nylock Nut 5 16 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 2 Lg Nylock Nut 3 8 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 4 Lg J Angle Bracket 11 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 1 Lg K Grip 4 Carriage Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 Hair Cotter Pin 1 8 1 Hitch Pin 3 8 A B C D E F G ASSEMBLY CARTON CONTENTS ze W Hitch Mount Arms 2 Lift Handle Hitch Brackets 2 Axle Bracket Hitch Arm Mount Brackets 3 Wheels 2 Tine Shield Assembly JO Om E WD TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 2 1 2 wrenches 1 9 16 wrench 1 3 4 wrench or adjustable wrench 1
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