User Instructions

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TRACTOR LIF

Model Number 610.24600

Provides access to mower deck for easy cleaning and service

Fits all 1985 through current models of CRAFTSMAN front engine tractors and Zero Turn Mowers

Can be fitted to most major front engine tractor brands

Adjustable arms for greater versatility

Extra heavy duty gauge steel construction

If you read and follow these instructions, this product can be assembled in approximately 20 minutes

Assemble unit on cardboard to avoid scratches or damage to parts

Can easily be assembled by one person

All fasteners for this Tractor Lift can be purchased at Sears or any hardware store

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman

Patent Pending

If there are any missing parts, or if you have any questions on assembly, operation, maintenance or safety, please call

1-800-652-6231

610.24600-REV B 3/08

WARNINGS

• Always use the stabilizer bar provided when using tractor lift.

Make sure stabilizer bar is properly in place before starting any work on tractor.

• Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before using the tractor lift. Never allow anyone unfamiliar with these instructions to use the tractor lift.

• Read and understand all safety and operating instructions provided by the tractor's manufacturer before using tractor lift.

• Never lay under the tractor or mowing deck.

• When using lift, keep all bystanders, including children, away.

• This tractor lift must be only used for lifting and lowering to and from a level and stable surface.

• Never use in wet conditions.

• Do not attempt to lift the front and back of the tractor at the same

• Do not use tractor lift as an automotive lift, or for any other use for whist is not intended or designed.

• If tractor lift is bowing while lifting or lowering your tractor, which indicates an overload condition, remove the tractor immediately.

• Do not attempt to lift or lower any power equipment while motor is running.

• Never engage blades while using tractor lift.

• Always disconnect spark plug wire from tractor before beginning any work on tractor.

• Do not exceed the rated capacity of the tractor lift - 270#.

• Failure to follow these warnings may result in property damage and/or serious bodily injury.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Be sure to read and follow all safety instructions and warnings.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the product and/or serious personal injury.

• Danger of serious personal injury exists.

Serious personal injury can occur when using a lifting device.

• Never attempt to ride any vehicle up or down the tractor lift.

• Do not climb onto tractor while tractor is in the elevated position.

• When working on the front of the tractor always place wheel chocks in back of the rear wheels/tires.

• Always raise and lower tractor lift in a controlled fashion; do not allow the tractor to drop too quickly, damage could occur.

• Make sure lifting arms are aligned and set to the proper distance apart so that the equipment being loaded is well balanced on the lift.

• Do not remove warning decals from product.

• Before each use, always check for any worn, loose, or damaged parts on the tractor lift. If any damage is present,

DO NOT USE THE TRACTOR LIFT.

• Periodically check the fasteners to make sure they are still tight and in place.

• Keep lift surface clean by occasionally cleaning with water and any mild detergent.

• Do not add to or try to modify the tractor lift in any way.

Any modifications will void any warranties.

• Failure to abide by the warnings and read the safety instructions may result in loss of load, damage to lift and/or property, serious personal and/or fatal injury.

FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.

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Carton Contents

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1

2

3

4

6

QTY

2

1

1

1

1

PART NUMBER

51001

51002

51003

41009

51005

DESCRIPTION

Angle Frame Assembly

Handle Top

Handle Bottom

Lift Tube Assembly

Lift Cross Tube

OPERATION

Tractor Lift can be used out of the box on all Craftsman tractors with bumpers or brush guards. Tractor Lift mounting hardware is provided if your tractor does not have a bumper or brush guard.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

9/16" Wrench and/or Socket

Adjustable wrench lO

REF NO

7L

7R

8

10

11

QTY

1

1

1

1

1

PART NUMBER

410131

410132

51006

310031

310041

MAINTENANCE

Store unit in a clean dry place.

Recommended tire pressure - 30 PSI.

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•

Before each use:

Always

Always

Always check tire pressure.

inspect unit for damage.

check fasteners for tightness.

DESCRIPTION

Tractor Mounting Bar - Left

Tractor Mounting Bar- Right

Stabilizer Bar

Hardware Bag

Assembly Manual

FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.

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Hardware Contents

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27

28

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PART NUMBER

310051

310072

310073

310062

300082

310061

310054

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3/8"-16 x 2-3/4" Hex Bolt

3/8" Split Lock Washer

3/8" USS Flat Washer

3/8"-16 H ex Nut

Hair Pin Cotter .148 D ia.

3/8"-16 l',,_ylokHex Nut

3/8"-16 x 1-1/2" Self-thread

23

Bolt

25

27

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37

38

39

33

34

35

36

2

4

1

4

4

1

4

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PARTNUMBER

310055

310053

310052

310065

310075

310182

310221

31026

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D ESCR I PTI ON

3/8"-16 x 1-1/4" Hex Bolt

318"-16 x 2-1/4" Hex Bolt

1/4"-20 x 1" Hex Bolt

1/4"-20 l'¢/Iok Hex Nut

1/4" USS Flat Washer

Vinyl Handle Grip

Tube Plug RT8-1

Scuff Pad

Setting up Lift Mounting Hardware - Tractor Front

Tractor Lift can be used out of the box on all Craftsman tractors with bumpers or brush guards. Tractor Lift mounting hardware is provided.

If your tractor does not have a bumper or brush guard, follow the steps below:

Note: Left and Right sides are determined by standing behind tractor looking forward.

7R

26

6 %38

Remove, add washer (24), replace.

Step 1.

Step

,

Remove existing bolt "X" and set aside. If tractor does not have this bolt use supplied 3/8" x 1-1/4" bolt with 3/8 nylok nut.

Align holes in tractor mounting bars ( 7R & 7L ) to the front left & right side frame holes of the tractor.

Insert hex head bolt ( 29 ) through inside front hole of frame, through tractor mounting bar and secure with nylock nut ( 27 ).

Add flat washer ( 24 ) under head of bolt removed in earlier step and reinsert through tractor mounting bar and tighten.

For LT1000 & LT2000 series tractors, use self-thread bolts

( 28 ) in place of bolt ( 29 ) and nut ( 27 ).

Step 2.

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Step 2.

Push tube plugs ( 38 ) into each end of lift tube ( 6 ).

Slide lift tube through cut-out in tractor mounting bars and center.

Pin lift tube in place with one hair pin cotter ( 26 ) on each side of mounting bar.

Note: The mounting bars have been manufactured to attach to the frames of most major front engine tractor brands. Additional hardware has been included for attachment to non-Craftsman brands.

FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.

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Assemble Tractor Lift

Attach Lift Tubes to Angle Frame

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Lift tubes come pre-assembled.

Attach lift tube assemblies ( 4 ) to angle frame ( 1 ) using bolts ( 22 ), flat washers ( 24 ), split lock washers ( 23 ) and hex nuts ( 25 ).

Secure rear of lift tube assembly ( 4 ) to angle frame ( 1 ) using bolts ( 29 ), flat washers ( 24 ), split lock washers ( 23 ) and hex nuts ( 25 ).

Note: Over-tightening receiver bolts ( 22 ) could cause damage to lift tubes ( 4 ).

29

Determining the width between lift tubes.

Front of Craftsman Tractors

Front of Craftsman Zero Turn

Brush guard bumper

(can also be used for front of Craftsman tractor)

Push mower

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-4

5

Note: The higher the lift tube extensions (5) are positioned, the harder the tractor will be to lift.

25

Settings:

A.

B.

C.

D.

FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.

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Push Mower

Brush guard / Bumper

Front of Craftsman

Front of Craftsman installed

Tractor

Zero Turn

Assemble Tractor Lift

Attach Handle to Angle Frame

Step 1.

Attach handle bottom ( 3 ) to angle frame ( 1 ) using hex bolt ( 22 ), flat washer ( 24 ), split lock washer ( 23 ) and hex nut (25).

Insert ring grip pin ( 30 ), as shown.

Step 2.

Step 3.

Insert handle top ( 2 ) into handle bottom ( 3 ). Secure with hex bolt ( 33 ), flat washer ( 24 ), split lock washer ( 23 ) and hex nut (25).

Step 4.

Place handle grips ( 37 ) onto handle top tube ( 2 ). A little soapy water will help grip slide onto tube easily.

IF HANDLE CANNOT BE

EASILY

HANDLE OVER AND

REINSERT,

INSERTED, FLIP j37 3

Handle Top Tube -j

FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.

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Foot Bar Tube

Assemble Tractor Lift

Attach Stabilizer Bar

Step 1. Slide stabilizer bar ( 8 ) onto foot bar tube as shown.

Step 2. Press snap button and slide stabilizer bar against handle.

Step 3. Insert ring grip pin ( 30 ) through stabilizer bar and handle top.

Foot bar

Snap

3O

FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.

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OPERATION

Using the Tractor Lift

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•

Step 1. Engage Tractor Lift

Center Tractor Lift in front of tractor.

Ensure that claws at ends of lift tubes are securely hooked under the lift cross tube attached to tractor

(Figure 1) or to the tractor bumper/brush guard (Figure 2.)

Figure !.

Properly engaging tractor with mounted lift cross tube.

Figure 2.

Properly engaging tractor with tractor bumper/brush guard.

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Step 2. Lift Tractor

Place foot onto foot bar tube and apply continuous forward pressure with foot while pulling down on tractor lift handle.

Once lifted, the weight of tractor will automatically force handle down into correct position.

IMPORTANT: Stabilizer bar MUST be engaged immediately after raising the tractor.

See Step 3 on next page for instructions.

FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST.

Page 9.

OPERATION

Using the Tractor Lift

•

Step 3. Engaging Stabilizer Bar

Stabilizer bar MUST be engaged immediately after raising the tractor.

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•

•

WARNING: Failure to engage stabilizer bar may result in serious personal injury and or property damage.

Remove ring grip pin ( 30 ) from tube handle. Press snap button and slide stabilizer bar ( 8 ) from foot bar tube.

Turn stabilizer bar 180 degrees as shown at bottom of Figure 1.

Position stabilizer bar under base of unit between wheels.

Slide stabilizer bar back onto foot bar tube making sure the bar is positioned back over snap button.

--Tube Handle

Snap

Figure 1

30

Figure 2

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Snap Button

Repair Parts List

MODEL NUMBER - 610.24600

30

33

34

35

36

37

38

39

23

24

25

26

27

28

29

40

10

11

20

21

22

7L

7R

8

9

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PART NO.

AMT.

DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

51001

51002

51003

41009

51004

51005

1

1

1

2

1

BodyAngle

Handle Top

Handle Bottom

Lift Tube Assembly

Lift Tube Extension

Lift Cross Tube

410131

410132

51006

310011

310031

310041

310071

300081

310051

1

1

4

2

3

1

1

1

2

Tractor Mounting Bar - Left

Tractor Mounting Bar - Right

Stabilizer Bar

Tire 4.10/3.50-4

Hardware Bag

Assembly Manual

5/8" SAE Flat Washer

Cotter Pin 1/8" x 1-1/2"

3/8"-16 x 2-3/4" Hex Bolt

310072

310073

310062

300082

310061

310054

310055

310081

310053

310052

310065

310075

310182

310221

31026

31019

6

4

1

4

4

4

6

2

6

8

4

2

2

4

1

1

3/8" Split Lock Washer

3/8" USS Flat Washer

3/8"-16 Hex Nut

Hair Pin Cotter .148

3/8"-16 N_4ok Hex Nut

3/8"-16 x 1-1/2" Self-thread Bolt

3/8"-16 x 1-1/4" Hex Bolt

3/8" x2-1/8" Ring Grip Pin

3/8"-16 x 2-1/4" Hex Bolt

1/4"-20 x 1" Hex Bolt

1/4"-20 Nylock Hex Nut

1/4" USS Flat Washer

Handle Grip

Tube Plug RT8-1

Handle Scuff Pad

Valco Snap Button

7L

37

8

%

30

4

9

25

23 \

_38

FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.

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24 off backing, adhere to handle.

22

_38

_25

25

9

20

CRAFTSMAN THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

If this Craftsman product fails due to a manufacturer's defect within three years from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for free replacement.

This warranty does not include wearing off or fading of product paint, nor replacement of product wheels or tires.

This warranty is void if this product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179.

PRODUCTRECORD

In the space below record the model number and purchase date of your cart. The model number can be found on the front cover of the user guide.

Model Number

Purchase Date

Keep this booklet and your Sears receipt in a safe place for future reference.

NOTES

ORDERING INFORMATION

After the one year warranty period all parts may be ordered by calling Sears Service at

1-800-4MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663).

When ordering repair parts, always give the following information:

Product -

Model Number-

Part Number - *

Part Description - *

*Found on the repair part list. Reference page 11.

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