Craftsman 486.248371 Snow Blower User Manual
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3. 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Bolt 1 4 x 1 Shoulder Bolt Hex Head Shoulder Bolt Round Head Shear Bolt spare parts Carriage Bolt 3 8 x 1 Carriage Bolt 5 16 x 1 3 4 Carriage Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 4 Carriage Bolt 5 16 x 1 Carriage Bolt 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Bolt 3 8 x 1 Thread Forming Hex Bolt 3 8 x 3 4 Thread Forming Hex Bolt 5 16 x 3 4 Thread Forming Washer 1 2 x 1 Washer 1 4 Washer 5 16 Extra washers included Washer 3 8 Thin Washer 3 8 Standard Lock Washer 5 16 Washer 1 2 x 1 1 2 NPMONMONMANMNNDONNM FP ODOBNM YD LP N xXoxE xcHuomouozz xce ronumcocoour MD M OO mo O REF QTY DESCRIPTION AA 2 Bowed Washer BB 7 Lock Washer 3 8 cc 2 Spacer 1 2 DD 4 Nylock Nut 1 2 EE 4 Jam Nut 1 2 FF 6 Nylock Nut 3 8 GG 2 Hex Lock Nut 3 8 HH 21 Nylock Nut 5 16 2 spare parts ll 10 Flanged Nut 3 8 JJ 1 Flanged Nut 5 16 KK 6 Flanged Nut 1 4 LL 1 Spring MM 3 Chute Keeper NN 1 Trunnion OO 4 Hairpin Cotter 5 64 PP 4 Hairpin Cotter 1 8 QQ 1 Hairpin Cotter 3 32 RR 2 Lock Pin SS 2 Quick Release Pin ET 1 Plastic Cap UU 1 Spacer 1 4 VV 2 Chain Tensioning WW 2 Tail Reflector XX 2 Nylon Tie CARTON CONTENTS 1 Housing Assembly 12 Hanger Bracket Assembly R H 2 Lift Handle and Cable 13 Hanger Bracket Assembly L H 3 Chute Crank
4. Oil the pivot points of the two idler arms on the clutch Refer to figures 27 and 28 on page 18 idler assembly e The scraper plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the Apply penetrating oil to the control cables of the snow thrower are subject to wear To prevent damage discharge chute to the spiral auger housing replace plate and shoes e Apply a good grade of spray lubricant to the trigger before wear is excessive assembly and the chute tilt control assembly 17 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION Before servicing or adjusting LIFT RELEASE CABLE ADJUSTMENT the snow thrower shut off the engine remove e ifthe lift rod does not lock the snow thrower securely the spark plug wire s set the parking brake in the transport position loosen the upper hex nut on and remove the key from the tractor ignition the lift bracket a few turns and tighten the lower hex nut Refer to figure 16 on page 12 REPLACING AUGER BELT e ifthe lift rod fails to unlock completely to lower the Disengage the tractor s attachment clutch snow thrower loosen the lower hex nut on the lift e Lower the snow thrower to the ground bracket a few turns and tighten the upper hex nut Remove the attachment pin Refer to figure 16 on page 12 e Lock the snow thrower s lift handle in the down position to decrease belt tension SPIRAL AUGERS Release the spring tension from the auger belt idler The spiral augers are secured to the auger shaft with arm on the bottom
5. chute has 180 degrees of rotation Turn the crank rod The tractor should be sitting with the engine running clockwise to rotate the chute to the right Turn the an trotig Move ine SEN SE oie crank rod counterclockwise to rotate the chute to the engaged position starting the snow thrower before left the tractor clutch is engaged e To control the distance snow is thrown the upper TOW TO STOP YOUR SNOW THROWER section of the discharge chute pivots up and down To stop the snow thrower disengage the tractor s Push forward on the chute tilt handle to pivot the attachment clutch lever for manual clutches or the chute down decreasing the distance snow is thrown clutch switch for electric clutches Refer to your tractor Pull back on the handle to pivot the chute up owner s manual increasing the distance snow is thrown 16 RAISING AND LOWERING To raise push down on the lift handle until the snow thrower locks in the raised transport position To lower push down slightly on the lift handle and pull the trigger With the trigger pulled slowly lower the snow thrower until it reaches the ground CAUTION Do not operate the snow thrower without wheel weights attached to the tractor to provide extra traction and stability REMOVING SNOW Snow removal conditions vary greatly from light fluffy snowfall to wet heavy snow Operating instructions must be flexible to fit the conditions encountered The operator must adapt the lawn tract
6. end of a support link and then insert the threaded end into a support tube and the bent end into the rear hole in a front mounting plate Assemble another 1 2 x 1 washer onto the end of the link and secure it with a small 5 64 hairpin cotter Repeat for the other support link Tighten the bolt and nut in each rear frame bracket Tighten the bolt and nut in each support link Tighten the jam nuts so that all looseness is eliminated from the support links and support tubes TIGHTEN BOLT FIGURE 13 STEP 14 SEE FIGURE 14 dh FIGURE 14 IDLER PULLEY Remove the belt guard for the PTO pulley on the tractor Refer to Cutting Deck Removal in the SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE section of your tractor Operator s Manual Install the drive belt onto the tractor s PTO pulley You may need to temporarily lift the belt from the large pulley on the clutch idler assembly Reinstall the belt guard for the tractor s PTO pulley Be sure the belt guard is installed in the notch on the side of the tractor s electric clutch Place tension on the belt by pulling the left side tensioning chain out as far as the 3 32 hairpin cotter will allow Secure the chain in this position by inserting a 1 8 hairpin cotter through the chain DO NOT start the engine until the PTO pulley belt guard has been reinstalled The tractor s electric clutch could be damaged ENGINE PULLEY 1 8 HAIRPIN COTTER L H SIDE
7. nn med med mk mde med ANOS NDANAN ANRAOKRHAaANYRBADND Housing Bearing Housing Assembly Gear Assembly Chute Crank Rod Assembly Impeller Assembly Scraper Plate Shaft Auger Gearbox Bracket Chute Crank Cover Belt Chute Reinforcement Spiral Assembly L H not shown Spiral Assembly R H Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Lg Carriage Bolt 1 4 20 x 3 4 Palnut 3 8 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 Lg Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4 Lg Bolt Self Tap 5 16 x 3 4 Bolt Shear 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Washer 1 4 Washer 3 8 Hex Nut 1 4 20 Nylock Hex Nut 5 16 18 Nylock Spiral Pin 1 4 x 1 1 2 Lg Bushing Chute Adapter Lock Washer 5 16 Washer 785 x 1 57 x 057 Spacer 75 IDx 1 25 ODx 5L Washer 5 16 Std Wrt Bearing Flange Bearing Ball Bushing Plastic 3 8 Bearing Split 3 4 Skid Shoe Washer Nylon Housing Bearing Bracket Chute Crank Bracket idler 23 REF PART NO QTY 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 43182 43086 47134 41576 44377 784 5594 746 0929 711 0242 746 0928 HA21362 43038 43343 43064 24394 47572 1643 60 67052 67053 43063 48106 24466 736 0247 47598 731 0921 731 1313C 47044 47026 43085 710 0896 731 0851A 43661 731 1300C 25937 HA20185 43182 44940 67266 67267 42317 2 mk mk d d AY OG N
8. slopes greater than 10 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Braking may be affected by tractor attachment Reduce speed on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure 4 Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill 27 Your Home For expert troubleshooting and home solutions advice manage fif jhome www managemyhome com 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 anytime for the location of your nearest Sears Parts amp Repair Service Center 1 800 488 1222 U S A 1 800 469 4663 Canada www sears com www sears ca
9. the inside of each front frame bracket using a 1 2 x 1 1 2 hex bolt a 1 2 spacer and a 1 2 nylock nut for each bracket Do not tighten yet SUPPORT TUBE 1 2 SPACER Wa 1 2 x 1 1 2 1 2 NYLOCK NUT HEX BOLT FIGURE 9 STEP 11 SEE FIGURE 11 Assemble two 1 2 jam nuts all the way onto the threads of each support link 1 2 JAM NUT FIGURE 11 STEP 12 SEE FIGURE 12 L STEP 10 SEE FIGURE 10 s e Three drive belts are supplied with the snow thrower Select one of the two shorter belts If you used hole A in step 8 use the 52 drive belt 41353 belt If you used hole B use the 55 drive belt 46989 Slightly loosen the hex bolt next to the flat idler pulley Install the drive belt between the hex bolt and the flat idler pulley with the flat side of the belt against the pulley Retighten the hex bolt e Loop the belt around the large v pulley placing it between the pulley and the hex bolt next to the pulley 52 or 55 DRIVE BELT 41353 or 46989 LOOSEN BOLT LSP N FIGURE 10 10 Attach the front frame brackets to the two hanger brackets on the tractor frame using two pivot lock pins and 1 8 hairpin cotters Attach the rear frame brackets to the bottom of the tractor frame using two small 5 64 hairpin cotters PIVOT LARGE LOCK HAIRPIN PIN COTTER FIGURE 12 STEP 13 SEE FIGURE 13 Assemble a 1 2 x 1 washer onto the bent
10. 1 Quick Release Pin 710 0865 710 0367 711 0332 712 0261 43262 142 43093 R19171616 41346 741 0192 783 0380 783 0381 24476 24311 47599 43086 24820 63773 48049 47369 732 0306 R19131316 47788 43080 43182 47368 46954 43343 67268 67269 49916 49912 43019 710 1233 AR AA AA AA AND ADD AA AA EA Jd amp PRO PO PO DO JO DO dA O0 OO DD DO JO ND TO PO PO PO FO roO Por MY OD PM DM WD OO Be eee DO OU AR mk mk mk mk mk mk mk mk e N mk 25 REF PART NO QTY REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486 248371 42 SNOW THROWER For Tractors With Model Numbers Beginning With 247 DESCRIPTION 1 NO Oi C PO HA180132 43064 43083 43086 43182 26943 63904 1 d BN CO Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 2 1 4 Hex Lock Nut 5 16 18 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Lock Washer 5 16 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4 Frame Clutch and Pulley Idler Arm Assembly 26 8 PART NO QTY 24286 63762 43015 46981 43082 46982 738 0680 750 0456 750 0660 43003 714 0161 741 0919 08253B 15296A 14088B 44377 736 0247 43063 41353 48138 47846 47044 47025 43432 43054 24571 24472 43070 46959 46963 43055 23727 43088 43343 47134 711 0198 46948 47620 47607 23625 43509 47605 47810 49870 43178 43177 48883 27010 27011 DESCRIPTION ND ND o qe 9 o A A mk ND N mk mk mk N c mk mk Q0 mk mk mk mk m
11. BELT ROUTING DIAGRAM INSTALLING THE ATTACHMENT PIN STEP 25 REFER BACK TO FIGURE 22 ON PAGE 14 e Lift the front of the snow blower to align the holes in the mounting plates and the side plates From the left side of the tractor insert the attachment pin through the holes Secure it with by reinstalling the 1 8 hairpin cotter SETTING THE AUGER BELT TENSION STEP 26 SEE FIGURE 25 e Pull the tensioning chain until the end of the spring is pulled through the hole in the side of the Clutch ldler assembly Install a 1 8 hairpin cotter through the end of the spring securing it on the outside of the Clutch Idler assembly IMPORTANT For correct belt tension the 1 8 hairpin cotter must attach to the end of the spring not to the chain NOTE To prevent the chain from dragging on the ground loop the end of the chain though the pivot lock pin CLUTCH IDLER ASSEMBLY LEFT SIDE OF TRACTOR 1 8 HAIRPIN COTTER Fees Ga END OF SPRING FIGURE 25 VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH 15 ATTACH REFLECTORS TO REAR FENDER STEP 27 SEE FIGURE 26 e If your tractor is not equipped with rear reflectors assemble the supplied rear reflectors to the rear fender Place the reflectors as close to the bottom of the fender and as far apart as the shape of the fender will allow REAR REFLECTORS FIGURE 26 CHECKLIST Before you operate your snow t
12. KEEPER BOLT amp NUT VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH ASSEMBLY OF THE SNOW THROWER STEP 15 SEE FIGURE 15 Place the lift handle into the lift bracket on the right side of the snow thrower Fasten the handle to the bracket using two 5 16 x 1 3 4 hex bolts and 5 16 Nylock nuts LIFT HAND 5 16 x 1 3 4 HEX BOLT 5 16 NYLOCK NUT LIET BRACKET FIGURE 15 RIGHT SIDE VIEW NOTE Be sure the lift release cable s plastic covering stays inserted into the trigger assembly for the next step STEP 16 SEE FIGURE 16 Push the lift handle down into the locked position Insert the end of the cable wire into the hole in the lift rod Place the threaded fitting into the slot in the lift bracket with one hex nut above and one hex nut and the lock washer below the slot Tighten the nuts adjusting them to eliminate slack in the cable wire Refer also to the Service and Adjustments section on page 18 in this manual HINT For easier assembly of the lift release cable tilt the snow thrower forward onto the spiral auger LIFT RELEASE CABLE HEX NUT TRIGGER ASSEMBLY LOCK WASHER HEX NUT CABLE WIRE LIFT ROD RIGHT SIDE VIEW FIGURE 16 12 STEP 17 SEE FIGURE 17 e Tilt the snow thrower back down to the ground e Remove the nylon tie which fastens the auger drive belt to the discharge housing leaving the belt assembled around the pulleys e Remove th
13. Operator s Manual CRAFTSMAN 42 2 STAGE SNOW THROWER DO NOT RETURN TO STOR TRACTOR ATTACHMENT For Missing Parts or Assembly Questions Call 1 866 576 8388 Model No 486 248371 FOR TRACTORS WITH MODEL NUMBERS BEGINNING WITH 247 CAUTION d 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 42317 06 15 11 TABLE OF CONTENTS ACCESSORIES xen cect eee ed a Gee ig cei tud 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ereere 18 SAP EIY RULES ES edm eta tht Ee SEM he EE 3 SIORAG Enc cA esi aie ete Blatt C 19 FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART esse ee ee ees se ee ee ee ee 4 TROUBLEESEHOOT ING t eere ertt 20 CARTON CONTENTS ee ee ee ee ee ee meme 6 REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION ees ese 22 24 26 ASSEMBLY 5 15 bb LE nto haies 7 REPAIRPARTS CIS p ee eere 23 25 26 OPERATION eade rx RP ge 16 SLOPE GUIDE doeet 27 MAINTENANCE ee eter emen 17 PARTS ORDERING SERVICE BACK COVER WARRANTY ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it if this Snowthrower 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 im
14. Rod Assembly 14 Rear Frame Bracket L H 4 Support Tube Crank Rod 15 Rear Frame Bracket R H 5 V Belt Drive 52 41353 16 Front Frame Bracket L H 6 V Belt Drive 55 46989 17 Front Frame Bracket R H 7 Chute and Control Cable Assembly 18 Support Link 2 8 Clutch ldler Assembly 19 Support Tube 2 9 Anti rotation Bracket 20 Side Plate L H 10 V Belt Auger Attached to Housing Assembly 21 Side Plate R H 11 Frame Brace ONLY ITEMS NEEDED FOR MODEL 247 TRACTORS ARE SHOWN 67266 67267 ASSEMBLY LOCATE TRACTOR S MODEL LABEL Look under your tractor seat to locate the model number label shown below This manual is for tractors with model numbers that start with 247 as shown below 247 MODEL TRACTORS CRAFTSMAN CONFORMS TO ANSI B71 1 2003 SAFETY STANDARDS LI re LLL LL MODEL 247 000000 LU IT IE LE SERIAL OOOOOOAOOOOOO FOR PARTS AND SERVICE CALL 1 800 4MY HOME rir lili itt ICIS N VIr MIN SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO Hoffman Estates IL 60179 193653 IMPORTANT If your model number starts with 917 use the owner s manual and the parts that are contained in the other parts bag TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 2 7 16 Wrenches 2 1 2 Wrenches 2 9 16 Wrenches 2 3 4 Wrenches 1 Knife ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED General Purpose Grease REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON e Remove all loose parts parts bags and hardware bags from the carton L
15. S LOWER CHUTE SCRAPER PLATE X SKID SHOE SPIRAL AUGERS R H amp L H CHUTE TILT HANDLE Pivots the Upper Chute up or UPPER AND LOWER DISCHARGE CHUTE Controls down to control the angle and distance of discharge direction and height of snow discharge CRANK ROD Rotates the Lower and Upper Chutes to SCRAPER PLATE Replaceable plate that absorbs control the direction of discharge wear and impact from contact with ground LIFT HANDLE Used to lift or lower the snow thrower SKID SHOE Controls amount of clearance between to transport or operating position the scraper plate and the ground LIFT RELEASE TRIGGER Releases the lock which SPIRAL AUGER R H amp L H Feed snow to the holds the snow thrower in the transport position impeller fan at the center of the housing BE OPE STARTING HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER Use the end of assembly checklist to verify that all instructions have been properly completed e Make sure the skid shoes are adjusted to maintain r adequate ground clearance between the snow CAUTION Never direct discharge thrower and the type of surface to be cleared Refer towards bystanders or windows Do not to the Service and Adjustments section allow anyone in front of unit Make sure the tractor engine has the correct oil for winter operation SAE 5W 30 Refer to tractor owner s manual CONTROLLING SNOW DISCHARGE HOW TO START YOUR SNOW THROWER e To control the direction snow Is thrown the discharge one
16. acked 20 CAUSE CORRECTION Increase tension on V belt Replace V belt Replace shear bolts 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 Use lower tractor gear Increase to full throttle Raise the snow thrower Allow snow thrower to cool to outdoor temperature before using Stop engine disengage the snow thrower clutch and clear the auger Increase to full throttle and decrease ground speed Increase scraper plate clearance by lowering skid shoes Pull down on lift handle to increase weight on front wheels Reduce ground speed Lower the skid shoes so that front of skid shoe is lower than the rear NOTES 21 PARTS REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486 248371 42 SNOW THROWER For Tractors With Model Numbers Beginning With 247 gt 49 aN N 23 77 eo 65 47 22 REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486 248371 42 SNOW THROWER For Tractors With Model Numbers Beginning With 247 REF PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 05931 65701 71464 63579 63768 24773 25982 703 2735A 24816 705 5226 705 5269 705 5270 43840 44950 44917 44326 43080 46703 710 0890A 43088 43070 47189 47810 715 0114 750 0437 731 1379A 43086 43009 711 0469 43081 47615 741 0309 741 0475 741 0493A 24279 48015 784 5618 24393 27280 PD ak PD N
17. atch for traffic and stay alert when crossing or operating near roadways Disengage power to the snow thrower when transporting or when not in use Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow thrower such as wheel weights counter weights cabs etc Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE MES Ee L 4 43063 49948 47630 43081 47605 43070 N Z COR _ AA 25 _BB vee OF C D O P El 2 27231 bon 43003 isis 44695 R19172410 GG TT c 3 ET T Tib ILI jn B 2 HA21362 43082 Ll 0 47572 46584 47508 NOT SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE LL cmm Sa HD ss 46959 acd TOUR 711 0198 47134 Jo E QQ _ RR _ss TT UU P D G TOU 43038 714 04061 1643 60 23727 XX 726 0178 47788 IMPORTANT Not all items supplied in the hardware bag will be needed for your particular tractor Unneeded items may be discarded after you have completed assembly and checked operation of unit DO NOT DISCARD the two spare shear bolts K and 5 16 nylock nuts HH Refer to the Service and Adjustments section on page 18 REF QTY DESCRIPTION 2 Hex Bolt 1 2 x 1 1 2 Hex Bolt 1 2 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt 3 8 x 3 1 4 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 1 3 4 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 1 Hex Bolt
18. ay out and identify parts and hardware using the illustrations on pages 4 5 and 6 The parts bag labeled for 917 model tractors will not be needed IMPORTANT Not all items supplied in the hardware bag will be needed for your particular tractor Unneeded items may be discarded after you have completed assembly and checked operation of unit DO NOT DISCARD the two spare shear bolts K and 5 16 nylock nuts HH Refer to the Service and Adjustments section on page 18 CAUTION Beforestartingto assemble the snow thrower remove the spark plug wire s set the parking brake and remove the key from the tractor ignition TRACTOR PREPARATION Before performing these instructions refer to the Service and Adjustments section of your tractor owner s manual for specific safety instructions Allow engine muffler and exhaust deflector to cool before beginning e Remove any front or rear attachment which is mounted to your tractor e Remove the mower deck Refer to your tractor owner s manual for removal instructions Mark all loose parts and save for reassembly e Remove the tractor hood Refer to your tractor owner s manual for removal instructions IMPORTANT Right hand R H and left hand L H side of the tractor are determined from the operators position while seated on the tractor STEP 1 SEE FIGURE 1 STEP 3 SEE FIGURE 3 Assemble a shoulder bolt and a 3 8 nylock nut to the e Attach the frame brace between the front m
19. e nylon tie which fastens the chute crank rod to the crank rod support tube e Assemble the crank rod support tube to the bracket on the left side of the discharge housing using two 5 16 x 1 1 4 carriage bolts and 5 16 Nylock nuts DISCHARGE HOUSING 5 16 x 1 1 4 s B p er gt Lr CARRIAGE BOLT CRANK ROD 5 16 NYLOCK NUT SUPPORT TUBE FIGURE 17 V LEFT SIDE VIEW STEP 18 SEE FIGURE 18 e Attach the chute tilt control assembly to the top side of the crank support tube using two 5 16 x 1 3 4 carriage bolts bowed washers and 5 16 Nylock nuts 5 16 NYLOCK NUT id FIGURE 18 LEFT SIDE VIEW STEP 19 SEE FIGURE 19 Attach the chute crank rod assembly brackets to the plastic bracket on the left side of the discharge housing Align the chute crank bracket beneath the rod support bracket and assemble both to the plastic bracket using two 5 16 x 1 carriage bolts 5 16 washers and 5 16 Nylock nuts Do not tighten yet FIGURE 19 5 16 x 1 mer cdi CARRIAGE BOLT CHUTE CRANK BRACK SUPPORT ee EP e B 5 16 WASHER 5 16 NYLOCK NUT LEFT SIDE VIEW 13 STEP 20 SEE FIGURE 20 FIGURE 20 Coat the top of the ring around the discharge opening with general purpose grease Place the discharge chute facing forward onto the ring Place the anti rotation bracket on top of the chute flange aligning it with the holes on the righ
20. eet and improve footing on slippery surfaces e Check fuel before starting the engine Do not remove the fuel cap or fill the fuel tank while the engine is running or hot Do not fill the fuel tank indoors Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel Make sure the snow thrower height is adjusted to clear the type surface it will be used on e Do not use the snow thrower without wheel weights attached to the tractor Never make any adjustments while the engine is running e Always wear safety glasses or eye shield during operation or while performing adjustment or repair e Do not place hands or feet near rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times e Do not carry passengers e After striking a foreign object stop the engine remove the wire from the spark plug and then thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for damage Repair any damage before restarting and operating the snow e thrower e If the snow thrower starts to vibrate abnormally stop e the engine immediately and check for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating position before unclogging the snow thrower or making any adjustments or inspections A Read and understand the operating instructions before using Keep the area of operation clear of all persons especially small children and pets Thoroughly inspect the area to be cleared and remove all door
21. ex Lock 1 2 13 44917 Palnut 3 8 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 63579 Assembly Chute Crank Rod Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 1 2 784 5604A Handle Chute Tilt Washer 17 32 x 1 720 04039 Knob Support Link 603 0302 Assembly Chute Tilt Bracket Bearing Flange With Flats 731 1313C Guide Cable Link 15 80 Long 746 0928 Cable Chute Control Link 11 75 Long 746 0929 Cable Chute Control with Clip Link 4 88 Long 43064 Nut Hex Lock 5 16 18 Rod Spacer 43081 Washer 5 16 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 Locking 24285 Plate Mounting L H Lock Washer 5 16 24284 Plate Mounting R H Bracket Lift 43601 Washer 1 59 x 1 032 x 060 Assembly Handle Lift Bracket 712 3083 Nut Nylock Hex 1 2 13 Rod Index Lift R19172410 Washer 1 2 Pin Spring 3 16 x 1 3 4 726 0178 Tie Nylon Spring Compression 43020 Hex Bolt 1 2 x 1 1 2 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 27231 Spacer 1 2 Reflector Rear 47572 Nut Flanged Lock 3 8 16 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4 47810 Nut Nylock Hex 5 16 18 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4 43084 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 Pin Spring 5 16 x 1 3 4 25722 Frame Brace Pin Attachment 48106 Bolt Shoulder Pin Haircotter 4 1 8 44695 Washer Bowed Plate Side R H 43682 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Plate Side L H 44215 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 Tube Lift Handle 41352 Support Tube Trigger and Lift Cable Assembly 43351 Hex Bolt 1 2 x 1 1 4 Nut Hex Jam 1 2 13 47134 Small Hairpin Cotter Screw Oval 10 24 x 1 714 0406
22. f the tractor frame using the TENSIONING CHAIN upper idler arm the R H hanger bracket THIRD LINK 3 32 HAIRPIN a COTTER P FOOTREST BRACKET L H HANGER BRACKET NO j 6 5 16 FLAT So WASHER AL 5 16 LOCK WASHER TENSIONING CHAIN lower idler arm 5 16 x 1 FIGURE 7 HEX BOLT FIGURE 5 STEP 8 SEE FIGURE 8 e Refer back to step 4 If you used the top hole indicated in step 4 use hole A in this step If you used one of the two lower holes use hole B in this step Attach the R H and L H rear frame brackets on the inside to either hole A or B using one 5 16 x 3 4 hex bolt and 5 16 nylock nut for each bracket Do not tighten yet e Assemble the R H and L H front frame brackets on the outside using two 5 16 x 3 4 hex bolts and 5 16 nylock nuts for each bracket STEP 6 SEE FIGURE 6 e Turn the clutch idler assembly upside down Attach the spring from the parts bag to the bottom of the upper idler arm Hook the spring onto the bolt that extends through the nut on the bottom of the upper idler arm and then install a 3 8 hex lock nut onto the bolt Leave enough space for the spring to pivot SPRING P 5 16 x 3 4 HEX BOLT 3 8 HEX LOCK NUT 4 ATTACH SPRING i HERE L i Oo 5 16 x 3 SS d U 5 16 HEX BOLT HOLE B HOLE A FIGURE 6 FIGURE 8 STEP 9 SEE FIGURE 9 e Assemble the two support tubes to
23. for the PTO pulley Be sure the belt guard is installed in the notch on the side of the tractor s electric clutch e Loosen the two jam nuts on each support link e Loosen the 1 2 bolt and nut which fasten each support tube to the pulley frame Remove the end of each support link from the front mounting plate and then slide the support links from the support tubes Remove the hair cotter pins from the rear mounting brackets Remove the hair cotter pins and pivot lock pins from the front mounting brackets and then remove the clutch idler assembly from the tractor e If you are going to mount a bumper or other front end attachment to your tractor remove the front mounting plates and frame brace by removing the quick release pins and pulling the mounting plates and frame brace off of the shoulder bolts TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Spiral augers don t turn Clogged discharge chute Snow thrower stalls tractor engine Front wheels slide instead of steering Snow thrower rides up over snow 1 Upper or lower V belt too loose 2 Upper or lower V belt broken 3 Shear bolts are sheared 1 Tractor ground speed too fast 2 Tractor throttle set too low 3 Snow too deep 4 Snow melts during contact with the snow thrower 1 Object jammed in spiral auger 2 Hard or heavy snow Not enough traction at front wheels 1 Tractor ground speed too fast 2 Bottom snow is icy or hard p
24. hrower please review the following checklist to help ensure that you will obtain the best performance from your snow thrower Make sure all assembly instructions have been completed with all bolts and nuts properly tightened Make sure the correct drive belt was installed Make sure the drive belt and auger belt are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers e Check discharge chute for proper rotation e Check operation of tilt control for upper chute e Verify that the lift handle will lock into and release from the raised transport position Refer to the Service and Adjustments section e Check skid shoe adjustment Refer to the Service and Adjustments section The following additional items are available from Sears to help enhance the performance of your snow thrower See Accessories and Attachments on page 2 e Tire chains which can be installed to improve traction e Rear wheel weights which can be installed in addition to the rear weight tray to improve traction e Snow Cab which can be installed to help protect against wind and blowing snow OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Read this owner s manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower Compare the illustration below with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations AN LIFT RELEASE TRIGGER LIFT HANDLE CHUTE TILT HANDLE dw o toT AAN crank RoD UPPER CHUTE m MAS
25. k mk GN ND mk mk N ND OP oe mk mk A cj A9 ad Spacer Pivot idler Bracket Assembly Hex Nut 3 8 16 Pulley V Type 9 Nut Hex Lock 3 8 16 Pulley V Type 5 1 2 Shaft Spacer Spacer Lock Washer 3 8 Key Bearing Ball Housing Bearing Housing Open Bearing Spacer Spindle Hex Bolt 3 8 24 x 1 Washer Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 Belt V Type Drive 52 Belt V Type Drive 56 Belt V Type Auger Pulley V Type 4 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 1 2 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 2 Spacer Spacer Pivot Washer 3 8 Spring Chain Pin Hair Cotter 3 32 Spacer Washer 1 4 Pin Hair Cotter 4 1 8 Pin Hair Cotter 5 64 Trunnion Rod Engagement Spring Spring Torsion Spacer Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 2 3 4 Lg Washer Flat 3 8 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Nylock Hex Bolt 1 4 20 x 2 1 2 Hex Nut 1 4 20 Lock Washer 1 4 Pulley Flat 3 5 8 Front Bracket R H Front Bracket L H SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION OF TRACTOR WITH ATTACHMENT Tx me d LONG Ti cac f DO HIS IS 4 16 DEGRE LINE aas ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL 10 DEGREES MAX YYYYY Y Y yyy YYYYYYYYYYYY YYYY WARNING To avoid serious injury operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes never across the face Do not operate on
26. mats sleds boards wires and other foreign objects Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the 199683 Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit unattended Disengage the attachment clutch lever or switch lower the snow thrower shift into neutral set the parking brake stop the engine and remove the key When cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the plug to prevent accidental starting Do not run engine indoors except when transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building Open the outside doors Exhaust fumes are dangerous Do not clear snow across the face of slopes Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Do not attempt to clear steep slopes Refer to the slope guide on page 35 of this manual Never operate the snow thrower without guards plates or other safety protection devices in place Never operate the snow thrower near glass enclosures automobiles window wells drop offs etc without proper adjustment of the snow thrower discharge angle Never run the snow thrower into snow at high speeds Do not overload the snow thrower capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate Never operate the snow thrower at high transport speed on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing up W
27. med with a foreign object disengage the snow thrower immediately and shut off the tractor engine Unclog the snow thrower before resuming operation DANGER Shut off engine and disengage snow thrower before unclogging discharge chute Unclog using a wooden stick not your hands OPERATING TIPS Discharge snow down wind whenever possible To help prevent snow from sticking to the snow thrower allow the snow thrower to reach outdoor temperature before using it A light coat of wax may also be applied to the inside surface of the snow thrower housing and discharge chute Use tire chains to improve traction Use rear wheel weights to improve traction Before the first snowfall remove all stones sticks and other objects which could become hidden by the snow Permanent obstacles should be marked for visibility Overlap each pass slightly to assure complete snow removal MAINTENANCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES e Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE M OF Fill in dates as you e SG SKE XE complete regular service OPES ASL Op Service Dates Check for loose fasteners X Check scraper and shoes for wear X X Cleaning X Lubrication Section X LUBRICATION e Oil all pivot points on the snow thrower CHECK SCRAPER AND SHOES FOR WEAR
28. of the clutch idler assembly two shear bolts and nylock nuts If you hit a foreign Remove the auger drive belt from the clutch idler object or if ice jams the augers the snow thrower is assembly and from the spiral auger housing designed so that the bolts will shear Install new belt over top of large auger drive pulley e lf the augers will not turn check to see if the shear and under the two side idler pulleys Twist the belt 1 4 bolts have sheared See figure 28 Two replacement turn to seat the V of the belt in the groove of each shear bolts and nylock nuts have been provided with idler pulley Refer to figure 23 on page 14 the snow thrower For future use order part number e Assemble the belt onto the clutch idler assembly 710 0890A shear bolt and number 47810 nylock nut SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT GEAR HOUSING The skid shoes are mounted on each side of the spiral auger housing They regulate the distance the scraper plate is raised above the plowing surface When removing snow from a gravel driveway or and uneven surface it is advisable to keep the scraper plate as high above the surface as possible to prevent possible damage to the spiral auger On blacktop or concrete surface keep the scraper plate as close to the surface as possible Raise the snow thrower off the ground and place a block under each end of the scraper plate Loosen the AE eda Sree six hex nuts securing the skid shoes to the housing Adjust the skid shoes up o
29. or and snow thrower to depth of snow wind direction temperature and surface conditions Before beginning operation thoroughly inspect the area of operation and remove all door mats sleds boards wires and other foreign objects The spiral auger speed is directly related to engine speed For maximum snow removal and discharge maintain high engine r p m full throttle It is advisable to operate the lawn tractor at a slow ground speed 1st gear for safe and efficient snow removal In deep drifted or banked snow it will be necessary to use full throttle and a slow ground speed 1st gear Drive forward into the snow depress the tractor s clutch brake pedal and allow the spiral auger to clear the snow Repeat this method until a path is cleared On the second pass overlap the first enough to allow the snow thrower to handle the snow without repeated stopping and starting of forward motion in extremely deep snow raise the snow thrower from the ground to remove the top layer and drive forward only until the tractors front tires reach the uncleared bottom layer of snow Depress the tractor s clutch brake pedal and allow the spiral auger to clear the snow Reverse the tractor and lower the snow thrower to the ground Drive the tractor forward until the snow again becomes too deep Repeating this process into and out of drifts will eventually clear even the deepest of snow piles If the snow thrower becomes clogged with snow or jam
30. ount holes shown on each side of the tractor frame plates using two 1 2 x 1 1 4 hex bolts 1 2 x 1 1 2 washers and 1 2 nylock nuts SHOULDER BOLT 1 2 x 1 1 4 HEX BOLT 3 8 NYLOCK NUT 1 2 x 1 1 2 FIGURE 1 WASHER 1 2 NYLOCK NUT FIGURE 3 STEP 2 SEE FIGURE 2 STEP 4 SEE FIGURE 4 Place a front mount plate onto each shoulder bolt and Measure from the center of the three holes indicated install two quick release pins as shown in figure 4 to select the hole that is approximately 10 above the ground in both front mount plates e Install a shoulder bolt and 3 8 nylock nut in the selected hole in each front mount plate FRONT MOUNT PLATE SHOULDER BOLT 3 8 NYLOCK NUT SHOULDER BOLT V Use hole that measures FIGURE 2 10 above ground FIGURE 4 STEP 5 SEE FIGURE 5 STEP 7 SEE FIGURE 7 Remove the thread forming bolt from the hole in the Insert tensioning chains through the holes shown and footrest bracket on the left side of the tractor frame attach to the springs on the upper and lower idler arms Attach the L H hanger bracket to the empty hole e Attach a 3 32 hairpin cotter to the chain attached to using a 5 16 x 1 hex bolt a 5 16 lock washer and the upper idler arm placing it in the third link from the a 5 16 flat washer Place the flat washer between the spring hanger bracket and the footrest bracket Repeat on the right side o
31. ow thrower centering it between the snow thrower s mounting plates Remove the Attachment Pin from the snow thrower Raise the rear of the snow thrower by lifting up on the lift handle until the notches in the mounting plates align with the shoulder bolts in the tractor s side plates Guide the bolts into the notches e Delay installing the attachment pin until you have assembled the belt as instructed in steps 23 and 24 ATTACHMENT PIN After installing auger belt 1 8 HAIRPIN SIDE PLATE MOUNTING PLATE FIGURE 22 RIGHT SIDE VIEW STEP 23 SEE FIGURE 23 e The auger belt comes pre assembled to the pulleys on the snow thrower housing Make sure the belt passes over the top of the auger pulley and then twists 1 4 turn to pass underneath each side idler pulley The V side of the belt must mate with the grooves of the pulleys AUGER PULLEY TWIST TWIST 1 4 TURN 1 4TURN IDLER IDLER PULLEY PULLEY BN FIGURE 23 INSTALLING THE AUGER BELT STEP 24 SEE FIGURE 24 e Push the lift handle down to increase slack in the belt attachment pin must first be removed e Swing the idler arm over to the side e Place the auger belt around the rear pulley and between the two idler arm pulleys The V side of the belt must be seated in the grooves of the V pulleys VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH TRACTOR ENGINE PULLEY FIGURE 24 VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH
32. possible 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 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These and other accessories are recommended for use with your unit Call 1 800 4 MY HOMEQG to find out if they are available If available they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1 800 4 MY HOME WHEEL WEIGHT TIRE CHAINS SNOW CAB MODEL NUMBER 486 248371 SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE The model number and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the snow thrower You should record both the serial number and the date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference A SAFETY snow thrower 199682 Do not place hands near rotating parts Keep clear of the Do not place feet near rotating parts discharge opening at all times Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction e Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting engine e e Do not operate equipment without wearing adequate winter outer garments Wear substantial footwear which will protect f
33. r down and retighten the nuts securely Adjust both skid shoes to the same FIGURE 28 height to keep the housing and the scraper plate level See figure 27 FIGURE 27 18 STORAGE aes RECOMMENDATIONS Lower the snow thrower to the ground e Remove the snow thrower from the tractor e Clean the snow thrower thoroughly Wash off any salt deposit which may have dried on the thrower and housing e Any bare metal that has become exposed should be painted or coated with a light oil to prevent rust Store in a dry place REMOVING THE SPIRAL AUGER HOUSING e Lower the snow thrower to the ground Remove the attachment pin See figure 22 on page 14 e Lock the snow thrower s lift handle in the down position to decrease belt tension Release the spring tension from the auger belt idler arm on the bottom of the clutch idler assembly Remove the auger drive belt from the clutch idler assembly See figure 24 on page 14 Pull the spiral auger housing assembly off of the tractor 19 SNOW THROWER PARTS TO REMOVE AT END OF SEASON Remove the belt guard from the tractor s PTO pulley by removing the two hex screws Refer to the Cutting Deck Removal instructions under SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE in your tractor operator s manual IMPORTANT Be sure to replace the belt guard before starting the engine to avoid damage to the electric clutch Remove the belt from the PTO pulley Reinstall the belt guard
34. t hand side of the flange Attach the three chute keepers right side up as shown to the bottom of the flange using Six 1 4 x 1 hex bolts 1 4 flat washers and 1 4 flanged lock nuts Tighten carefully so that the nuts are snug but do not dig into the plastic chute keepers Place the plastic cap onto the short end of the anti rotation bracket Position the crank rod spiral see figure 19 so that it does not rub against the bottoms of the notches in the chute flange Tighten the nuts Check if the crank rod rotates the chute freely If not loosen by 1 4 turn each of the six hex bolts holding the chute keepers to the chute flange Secure the control cables to the crank rod support tube using a nylon tie 1 4 x 1 HEX BOLT ANTI ROTATION BRACKET 1 4 FLAT WASHER PLASTIC CAP ecce GREASED Se SURFACE 6 CHUTE KEEPER N id 1 4 FLANGED n LOCK NUT uae AE RIGHT SIDE VIEW STEP 21 SEE FIGURE 21 FIGURE 21 If the snow thrower will not lower approximately 1 below grade after it is attached to the tractor remove the stop bolts from each side of the snow thrower frame STOP BOLT RIGHT SIDE VIEW ATTACHING SNOW THROWER TO TRACTOR STEP 22 SEE FIGURE 22 e Place the snow thrower on a flat level surface Extend the auger belt out behind the snow thrower leaving the belt assembled to the snow thrower pulleys e oll the tractor up behind the sn
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