Craftsman 36 in. Spike Aerator Owner's Manual
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1. LONG SPACERS 2 SHORT SPACERS FIGURE 4 e Slide a flanged bearing onto the axle and push it into the hole in the end plate See figure 5 e Drive a spring pin into the hole in the axle until the pin just extends through the other side of the axle The spring pins secure the axle in the frame and should also prevent the axle from rotating See figure 5 FLANGED BEARING SPRING PIN FIGURE 5 e Attach two hitch arm mount brackets to the middle holes in the rear frame angle using two 5 16 x 3 4 hex bolts and two 5 16 nylock nuts Do not tighten completely See figure 6 e Attach two hitch arm mount brackets to the middle holes in the front frame angle using two 5 16 x 3 4 hex bolts and two 5 16 nylock nuts Do not tighten completely See figure 6 5 16 x 3 4 HITCH ARM HEX BOLT MOUNT BRACKETS 5 16 x 3 4 HEX BOLT REAR FRAME 5 16 NUTS NYLOCK FRONT FRAME ANGLE FIGURE 6 e Assemble the hitch mount arms to the outside of the four hitch arm mount brackets as shown in figure 7 Use four 5 16 x 1 carriage bolts and four 5 16 nylock nuts Do not tighten yet See figure 7 4 5 16 x 1 CARRIAGE BOLTS 4 HITCH ARM MOUNT BRACKETS 4 5 16 NUTS NYLOCK HITCH MOUNT ARMS FIGURE 7 e Assemble the ends of the hitch mount arms together using two 5 16 x 1 1 4 hex bolts and two 5 16 nylock nuts as shown in figure 8 Do not tighten yet e Assemble the hitch brackets to t2. to operate the tractor or spike aerator attachment and do not allow adults to operate without proper instructions Wear eye protection when operating the aerator Wear substantial footwear when operating the aerator Do not allow anyone to ride or sit on spike aerator attachment frame or on towing vehicle Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particularly small children and also pets Always begin with the transmission in first low gear and engine at low speed and gradually increase speed as conditions permit The vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the attachment of this equipment Be aware of changing conditions on slopes Refer to safety rules in the vehicle owner s manual concerning safe operation on slopes STAY OFF OF STEEP SLOPES Always operate up and down a slope never across the face of a slope This equipment should be operated at reduced speed on rough terrain along creeks and ditches and on hillsides to prevent tipping and loss of control Do not drive too close to a creek or a ditch Do not tow this equipment on a highway or any other public thoroughfare 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 A ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it if this Spike Aerator fails
3. Owner s Manual CRAFTSMAN 36 SPIKE AERATOR DO NOT RETURN TO STORE Model No 486 243361 For Missing Parts or Assembly Questions Call 1 866 576 8388 e Safety CAUTION e Assembly Before using this product read this manual and follow all Safety Operation Rules and e Maintenance Operating Instructions e Parts Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www sears com craftsman PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 40505 12 06 A Safety RUE Suninn annie eels 2 EE E E E A T 2 Full Size Hardware Chart ssrisiiiisisinisissisisisss 3 ASSOUTIDIY E E cecenses Sept ageeasee conned caseeds 4 Operat ON iesise eden anid 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Ma INTOMANCS esana 6 Stord Jerona Sa bees Chased a aaa A a ened 6 Repair Parts IlUstration siiesisseridiinoiniinenea 7 Repair Pars LSU ies cexsseccaccdeacdcdecvertsceds vapeediateeadaenieers 7 Parts Ordering Service ccceeeeeeees Back Cover 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 Read the owners manual carefully for operating and service instructions before attempting to assemble or operate this equipment Be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of this equipment Read the vehicle owners manual and vehicle safety rules and know how to operate the vehicle before using this equipment Never allow children
4. 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 WARRANTY he 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 HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS SHOWN ACUTAL SIZE NOT SHOWN ACUTAL SIZE lt Dp op co ad H Be O a E B ec o A ie k amp SS m aa SS L gt S BS Su omenee ioe LS Description Description Bolt Carriage 5 16 x 1 Flanged Bearing Bolt Hex 5 16 x 3 4 Spacer Tube Long Bolt Hex 5 16 x 1 1 4 Spacer Tube Short Bolt Hex 5 16 x 2 Spring Spring Pin 1 4 x 1 1 4 Hitch Pin Hair Cotter Pin Hitch Arm Mount Bracket Nut Nylock 5 16 1 End Plate 2 5 Hitch Bracket 2 2 Frame Angle 2 6 Hitch Mount Arm 2 3 Spike Disk 9 Hardware Pack Shown above 4 Axle ASSEMBLY CAUTION The spike disks have sharp points To avoid injury use extra care when handling the disks and when assembling the aerator A TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 2 1 2 open or boxed end wre
5. etal with light oil or paint e Clean after each use If rust appears on shield or spikes sand lightly and coat with enamel paint REF PART Q NO NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 T7 8 9 k Oo Angle Frame Disc Spike Spacer Tube Long Bearing Flanged Axle End Plate Pin Spring Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 3 4 Nut Nylock 5 16 18 Spacer Tube Short PN_NAANPY PARTS LIST FOR 36 SPIKE AERATOR MODEL NO 486 243361 DESCRIPTION REF PART QTY DESCRIPTION NO NO 11 Bracket Hitch Arm Hitch Mount Bracket Hitch Arm Mount Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 1 Spring Hitch Pin Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 2 Hair Cotter Pin Owner s Manual Get it fixed at your home or ours Your Home For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Call anytime day or night U S A and Canada www sears com www sears ca Our Home For repair of carry in items like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call or go on line for the location of your nearest Sears Parts amp Repair Center 1 800 488 1222 Call anytime day or night U S A on
6. he hitch mount arms using two 5 16 x 2 hex bolts and two 5 16 nylock nuts as shown in figure 8 Do not tighten yet HITCH MOUNT ARMS 2 5 16 x 2 HEX BOLTS 2 5 16 NUTS NYLOCK gt HITCH BRACKETS 2 5 16 NUTS NYLOCK 2 5 16 x 1 1 4 HEX BOLTS FIGURE 8 e Tighten the bolts assembled in figure 6 Tighten the bolts assembled in figure 7 Tighten the bolts assembled in figure 8 e Attach the aerator to your tractor using the hitch pin and the hair cotter pin OPERATION CAUTION Spike disks have sharp e To prevent lawn damage avoid sharp turns points Exercise caution at all times when e On sloped lawns aerate in up and down direction DO using the aerator NOT aerate across the face of slopes e To increase spike point depth penetration add weight as required The aerator frame holds up to three BEFORE USING YOUR AERATOR concrete blocks at approximately 35 pounds each Weights can be secured to frame with straps or other e DO NOT attempt to aerate if ground is muddy pindingim atonal See MlQUi oa e f ground is extremely hard or dry it is recommended that it be watered down for 1 or 2 hours prior to use e Mow lawn and remove loose clippings prior to use of lawn aerator e Attach the aerator to the tractor hitch and check to CONCRETE BLOCK HITCH ARM see that the aerator is level Adjust by loosening the MOUNT BRACKET bolts which fasten the hitch mount arms t
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8. nch 1 Hammer Lay out and identify all parts and hardware as shown in Carton Contents and Hardware Pack illustrations e Assemble the two frame angles one with the bend up and the other with the bend down to the two end plates using eight 5 16 x 3 4 hex bolts and eight 5 16 nylock nuts Make sure that the frame is squared up and then tighten See figure 1 FRAME ANGLE BEND UP FRAME ANGLE BEND DOWN i ss art 5 16 x 3 4 Q i HEX BOLTS 8 5 16 NYLOCK NUTS 8 END PLATE 2 FIGURE 1 e Using a hammer drive a spring pin into a hole in the axle until the pin just extends through the other side of the axle Next assemble a flanged bearing onto the axle as shown See figure 2 SPRING PIN FLANGED BEARING FIGURE 2 e Carefully press or hammer a flanged bearing into each spike disk from the side shown in figure 3 FLANGED _ BEARING f SPIKE DISK FIGURE 3 e Insert the end of the axle through one of the end plates See figure 4 e Assemble onto the axle in order a short spacer a spike disk and a spring See figure 4 NOTE All spike disks should face the same direction e Next starting with a spike disk assemble seven spike disks and six long spacers onto the axle See figure 4 e Finally assemble a spring a spike disk and a short spacer onto the axle Push the end of the axle through the second end plate See figure 4 9 SPIKE DISKS 2 SPRINGS 6
9. o the hitch arm mount brackets Raise or lower the position of the arms until the aerator is level See figure 9 HOW TO USE YOUR AERATOR Aerating cuts small holes in the soil to create reservoirs that bring oxygen fertilizer and water into the root zone For best performance of the spike aerator attachment the following lawn preparation and operation is recommended e Start tractor engine with controls in neutral and place throttle at slow engine speed e Engage shift lever into lowest possible forward speed FIGURE 9 and increase speed as conditions permit e Aerate in the straightest line possible making overlapping passes to increase spike point pattern 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 lt Q Service Dates Check for loose fasteners ESE EE a S E E E E E a Check Tor worn or damaged ars X O A e T e ea Cleaning XX S T S T S T S T S Lubricate Spike DiskHubs Ix e Spiker points can be sharpened with a small grinder e Lubricate the spike disk hubs with a small amount of periodically to maintain good penetration Spike disks light oil or grease at the beginning of each season should be removed to sharpen points e Always store in dry area when not in use Coat bare e Before each use check nuts and bolts for tightness m
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