Operator's Manual

42" SNOW BLADE

Model No. 486.244412

®

STOP

DO NOT RETURN TO STORE

For Missing Parts or Assembly

Questions Call 1-866-576-8388

CAUTION:

Before using this product, read and follow all Safety, Assembly and Operating Instructions

IMPORTANT:

For Missing Parts or

Assembly Questions Call 866-576-8388

•

•

Safety

Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.sears.com/craftsman

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 42459 (2/10/12)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY .................................................................... 2

SAFETY RULES ............................................................. 2

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS........................... 3

FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ................................... 3

CARTON CONTENTS .................................................... 4

ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 5-13

OPERATION ............................................................ 14-15

MAINTENANCE ............................................................ 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS....................................16

STORAGE.................................................................16

TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................17

REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION......................................18

REPAIR PARTS LIST................................................19

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE...............BACK COVER

SAFETY

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.

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•

Read the tractor and snow blade owner's manuals and know how to operate your tractor before using tractor with snow blade attachment.

Never operate tractor and snow blade without wearing proper clothing suited to weather conditions and operation of controls.

• Never allow children to operate tractor and snow blade, and do not allow adults to operate without proper instructions.

• Always begin with transmission in first (low) gear and gradually increase speed as conditions permit.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means — Attention!! Become alert!! Your safety is involved.

WARRANTY

CRAFTSMAN ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY

FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, this product is warranted against any defects in material or workmanship. A defective product will be replaced free of charge.

For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web site: www.craftsman.com

This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.

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

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

DO NOT RETURN TO STORE for Missing Parts or Assembly Questions

Call 1-866-576-8388 Attachment Hotline

The model number and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the snow blade.

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:

2

486.244412

__________________

__________________

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

These and other accessories are recommended for use with your unit. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® 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 WEIGHT BRACKET

FOR DRAW BAR

SNOW CAB

FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART

A B C D E F G H

M

N O P

I

J

K

L

Q R

I

J

K

F

G

H

REF. PART NO. QTY.

A

B

C

D

E

46071

43648

43085

43001

710-0305

1

1

1

DESCRIPTION

Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3-1/4"

Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2"

Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"

14 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"

2 Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4"

44326

47631

43350

712-0256

47189

47810

2

6

6

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1"

Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" (Thd. Forming)

Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"

2 Hex Jam Nut, 5/16" Fine Thread

3 1/4" Nylock Hex Nut

3 5/16" Nylock Hex Nut

3

T

U

V

Q

R

S

REF. PART NO. QTY.

DESCRIPTION

L HA21362 18 3/8" Nylock Hex Nut

M R19172410 8 Washer, 1/2" (Large)

N 43070 6 3/8" Washer

O

P

43055

43010

4 Hairpin Cotter

2 Cotter Pin 1/8" x 1-1/4"

1540-118

43003

44917

23658

46053

48106

1

6

2

1/2" Washer

3/8" Lock Washer

Palnut, 3/8"

1 Spacer, 5/8" Long

2 Spacer, 1" long

2 Shoulder Bolt, 3/8 x .9"

T

S

V

U

1

4

PARTS IN PACKAGES NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE

5

6 8

7

9

2

10

3

REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION

1

2

3

4

5

6

2 Cable End Fitting

1 Cable Mount Bracket

1

2

Angle Lock Spring

Nylon Tie

1 Spring Mount Rod

1 Channel Pivot Pin

12

REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION

7

8

9

10

11

1

1

1

2

1

Blade Adjust Spring

Plastic Grip

Grip Assembly

Angle Lock Bars

Blade Pivot Shaft

CARTON CONTENTS (Loose Parts in Carton)

14

16

17

13

15

22

22

23

24

18

19

20

21

REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

1

1

1

2

1

1

1

Hanger Bracket, L.H.

Hanger Bracket, R.H.

Pivot Support Bracket

Angle Support Bracket

Channel Assembly

Blade Assembly

Blade Pivot Rod

REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION

19

20

21 1 Cable

22

23

24

1

1

2

1

1

Lift Handle Tube

Lift Handle Rod

Slotted Angle Support Bracket

Quick Attach Bracket (RH)

Quick Attach Bracket (LH)

4

11

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

(1) Pliers

(1) Hammer

(1)

(1)

Adjustable Wrench (or socket set)

9/16" Open End or Box End Wrench

(1)

(1)

7/16" Open End or Box End Wrench

1/2" Open End or Box End Wrench

NOTE: Not all of the supplied parts and hardware will be needed for any one particular tractor. Unneeded items may be discarded after assembly has been completed.

NOTE: Right hand (RH) and left hand (LH) are determined from the operator's position while seated on the tractor.

CAUTION: Do not begin assembling until the tractor engine, muffler and exhaust deflector have been allowed to cool off.

ASSEMBLY

INSTRUCTIONS FOR 917 MODEL TRACTORS

LOCATE MOWER SUSPENSION BRACKETS

• Look under the front of your tractor.

• If there is a single mower deck suspension bracket located underneath the middle of the front axle as shown in the image below, proceed to

INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH SINGLE

FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKET below.

• If your tractor does not have a mower deck suspension bracket underneath the middle of the front axle, proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR

TRACTORS WITH DUAL FRONT SUSPENSION

BRACKETS on page 6.

LOCATE MODEL LABEL OF TRACTOR

• Look under your tractor seat, locate the serial number, and proceed to the step as shown.

MODEL

917. 000000

®

SERIAL

000000A000000

193653

917 MODEL TRACTORS

GO TO PAGE 5

®

MOWER DECK

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

FIGURE 1

INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH SINGLE

FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKET

STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 2)

• Remove the tractor hood. Refer to your tractor owners manual for instructions on how to properly remove the hood.

• Remove the browning shield from the front of the tractor as shown. Hold onto the shield as you remove the second bolt to prevent it from falling.

NOTE: Reinstall the browning shield before using your tractor.

MODEL

247. 000000

SERIAL

000000A000000

193653

247 MODEL TRACTORS

GO TO PAGE 8

REMOVE

BROWNING

SHIELD

5

FIGURE 2

STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 3)

• Fasten the R.H. Side Plate (bend facing out) to the front three holes in the tractor frame using three 3/8" x 1" carriage bolts (H), three large 1/2" washers (M)

(see note) and three 3/8" nylock nuts (L). For the rear hole, use a 5/16" x 1" carriage bolt (F), a large

1/2" washer (M) and a 5/16" nylock nut (K). Place the washers between the tractor frame and the side plate.

Tighten all bolts. Repeat for L.H. side plate.

• Reinstall the browning shield removed in figure 2.

• Proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL 917 MODEL

TRACTORS on page 8.

NOTE: If there is an engine mounting plate (shown with dotted lines) leave the large 1/2" washer (M) off the bolt that goes through the plate.

5/16" x 1" CARRIAGE

BOLT (F)

(SEE NOTE)

5/16" NYLOCK

NUT (K)

ENGINE

MOUNTING

PLATE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH DUAL

FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKETS

IDENTIFY YOUR SUSPENSION BRACKETS

• Compare your tractor to the illustrations shown below.

• If your tractor resembles the top illustration, proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE A TRACTORS below.

• If your tractor resembles the bottom illustration, proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE B

TRACTORS on page 7.

TYPE A

FRONT SUSPENSION

BRACKET

TYPE B

3/8" NYLOCK

NUT (L)

3/8" x 1" CARRIAGE

BOLT (H)

1/2" LARGE

WASHER (M)

FIGURE 3

FRONT SUSPENSION

BRACKET

FIGURE 4

INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE A TRACTORS

STEP 1:

(SEE FIGURE 5)

• Remove any bolts found in the holes indicated in the illustration.

REMOVE BOLTS FROM THESE HOLES

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

6

FIGURE 5

STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 6)

• Attach the R.H. hanger bracket to the two front empty holes on the right side of the tractor frame using two new 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D), 3/8" lock washers (R), and 3/8" flat washers (N) as shown. For the rear hole, use a 3/8" x 1" hex bolt (D), 3/8" lock washer (R) and 3/8" flat washer (N) with a large 1/2" washer (M) placed between the hanger bracket and the tractor frame. Tighten. Repeat for the left side.

• Proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL 917 MODEL

TRACTORS on page 8.

3/8" FLAT

WASHER (N)

3/8" LOCK

WASHER (R)

3/8" x 1"

HEX BOLT (D)

1/2" LARGE

WASHER (M)

FIGURE 6

R.H. HANGER

BRACKET

INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE B TRACTORS

STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 7)

• Remove any bolts found in the holes indicated in the illustration.

REMOVE BOLTS FROM

THESE HOLES

FRONT

SUSPENSION

BRACKET

FIGURE 7

STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 8)

• Attach the R.H. hanger bracket to the three holes shown on the side of the tractor frame using three

3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D), 3/8" lock washers (R), 3/8" flat washers (N) and 1/2" large washers (M). Use 3/8" nylock nuts (L) on inside of frame if bolts insert freely into holes. Tighten.

• Repeat for other side.

• Proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL 917 MODEL

TRACTORS on page 8.

NOTE: Use special 3/8" x 1" thread forming bolts (G) in any holes that are too small for regular bolts.

3/8" x 1" HEX BOLT (D)

(OR THREAD FORMING

BOLT (G) IF NEEDED)

3/8" LOCK

WASHER (R)

3/8" NYLOCK NUT (L)

(IF NEEDED)

3/8" FLAT

WASHER (N)

R.H. HANGER

BRACKET

7

FIGURE 8

1/2" LARGE

WASHER (M)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL 917 MODEL

TRACTORS

STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 9)

• Assemble one angle support bracket to the topmost set of holes in the hanger brackets using two 3/8" x

1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Assemble the second angle support bracket to the second from the bottom set of holes in the hanger brackets using two 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts (L).

Be sure the brackets are turned as shown. Do not tighten yet.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR 247 MODEL TRACTORS

STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 11)

• Assemble one slotted angle support bracket to the top set of holes in the quick attach brackets using two

3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Do not tighten

• Assemble the other slotted angle support bracket to the bottom set of holes in the quick attach brackets using two /8" x 1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts

(L). Do not tighten.

NOTE: Be sure brackets are turned as shown.

3/8" x 1"

HEX BOLT (D) 3/8" x 1"

HEX BOLT (D)

3/8" NYLOCK

NUT (L)

ANGLE SUPPORT

BRACKET

FIGURE 9

STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 10)

• Assemble the pivot support bracket to the angle support brackets using four 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D) and four 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Do not tighten yet.

• Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the angle support brackets to the hanger brackets.

• Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the pivot support bracket to the angle support brackets.

• Proceed to BLADE ASSEMBLY FOR ALL

TRACTORS on page 10.

3/8" NYLOCK

NUT (L)

FIGURE 11

STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 12)

• Assemble the pivot support bracket to the slotted angle support brackets using four 3/8" x 1" hex bolts

(D) and four 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Do not tighten yet.

• Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the slotted angle support brackets to the quick attach brackets.

• Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the pivot support bracket to the slotted angle support brackets.

3/8" x 1"

HEX BOLT (D)

3/8" NYLOCK

NUT (L)

PIVOT SUPPORT

BRACKET

FIGURE 10

3/8" x 1"

HEX BOLT (D)

3/8" NYLOCK

NUT (L)

PIVOT SUPPORT

BRACKET

8

FIGURE 12

STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 13)

• Assemble a shoulder bolt (V) and a 3/8" nylock nut

(L) to the front bracket on each side of the tractor, unless a shoulder bolt is already present.

STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 14)

• Pull out on the attachment pins on the hitch assembly and swing the top of the pins down away from the holes they were in.

• Hook the hitch assembly onto the shoulder bolts in the sides of the tractor frame.

• Align the holes in the hitch assembly with the holes in the tractor frame. Insert the attachment pins to lock the hitch assembly in place.

• Proceed to BLADE ASSEMBLY ALL TRACTORS on page 10.

ATTACHMENT PIN

SHOULDER BOLT

3/8" NYLOCK NUT (L)

SHOULDER BOLT (V)

FIGURE 13

FIGURE 14

9

BLADE ASSEMBLY FOR ALL TRACTORS

STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 15)

• Assemble the two angle lock bars together as shown in figure 6, so that all holes are aligned. Use one 3/8" x 1-1/4" carriage bolt (E) and one 3/8" nylock nut (L).

Be sure to insert bolt from side indicated. Do not tighten at this time.

• Hold the angle lock bars so that the square holes are at the top. Insert the straight hook end of the angle lock spring through the small middle hole in both angle lock bars.

3/8" NYLOCK NUT (L)

3/8" x 1-1/4"

CARRIAGE BOLT (E)

FIGURE 15

ANGLE LOCK BARS

ANGLE LOCK

SPRING

(Right Hand Side View)

STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 17)

• Using a hammer, assemble a 3/8" palnut (S) onto one end of the spring mount rod. Insert the other end of the spring mount rod through the pivot plate using the rear set of holes. Support the assembled end of the spring mount rod on a block of wood, and assemble the remaining palnut onto the other end of the rod.

3/8" PALNUT (S)

3/8" PALNUT (S)

FIGURE 17

SPRING

MOUNT

ROD

PIVOT

PLATE

(Top View)

STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 16)

• Insert the round hook end of the angle lock spring up through the hole in the spring mount bracket.

• Insert the angle lock bars down through the slot in the channel. Underneath the channel, place a 1" long spacer

(U) on each side of the angle lock bars and insert a 1/4" x 3-1/4" bolt (A) through the channel, angle lock bars and the spacers. Secure the bolt with a 1/4" nylock nut

(J). Tighten so that lock bars can pivot freely.

• At this time tighten the 3/8" carriage bolt and hex nut previously assembled to angle lock bars.

NOTE: When the angle lock bars are pulled back in slot, the pivot plate should unlock and be free to pivot to the right or left position.

PIVOT

PLATE

SPRING

MOUNT

BRACKET

CHANNEL

STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 18)

• Assemble a 3/8" x 1-1/4" carriage bolt (E) through the square hole in the cable mount bracket and through the square hole in the angle lock bars. (The carriage bolts should face in opposite directions.)

Using pliers hold the cable mount bracket in position, angling down towards the L.H. hole in the channel as shown in figure 15. Secure with a 3/8" nylock nut (L).

Tighten. Refer to the figure for the correct angle for the cable mount bracket.

3/8" x 1-1/4"

CARRIAGE BOLT (E)

ALIGN CABLE

MOUNT BRACKET

WITH L.H. HOLE

ANGLE

LOCK

BARS

1/4" NYLOCK

NUT (J)

1" SPACERS (U)

FIGURE 16

ANGLE

LOCK

SPRING

1/4" x 3-1/4"

HEX BOLT (A)

(Right Hand Side View)

3/8" NYLOCK

NUT (L)

FIGURE 18

FRONT

(Right Hand Side View)

10

STEP 5: (SEE FIGURE 19)

• Assemble one 5/16" jam nut (I) approximately 3/4" onto threaded end of control cable that has no rubber cap or preassembled nuts. Assemble threaded cable end through round hole in cable mount bracket and secure with another 5/16" jam nut (I). Tighten.

NOTE: Some adjustment of jam nuts may be required after blade assembly is completed.

CABLE MOUNT

BRACKET

5/16" JAM

NUT (I)

5/16" JAM

NUT (I)

3/4"

FIGURE 19

CHANNEL ASSEMBLY REAR

(Left Hand Side View)

STEP 6: (SEE FIGURE 20)

• Assemble ball end of control cable up through hole in cable end fitting and pull until ball slips inside curled edge of fitting. If ball won't slip under edge of curl, it will need to be inserted through open end of curl.

• Assemble 1/4" x 1-1/2" (B) hex bolt down through the cable end fitting, the 5/8" long spacer (T) and the left hand hole in the channel assembly. Secure with a

1/4" nylock nut (J).

Tighten.

NOTE: Make sure the cable mount bracket is aligned with the cable end fitting to prevent binding of cable. The other end of the control cable will be attached in a later step.

STEP 7: (SEE FIGURE 21)

• To attach the blade to the channel assembly, align the notched holes in the pivot plate with the notched holes in the blade. Insert a 1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pin (P) down through the hole at the bend in the blade pivot shaft. Spread the ends of the pin. From the left side insert the blade pivot shaft, bend facing top of blade, through the notched holes. Secure the shaft with another 1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pin (P) through the end hole in the shaft. Spread the ends of the pin.

• Remove the plastic cap and one 3/8" hex nut from the bolt in the blade adjust spring. Adjust the remaining

3/8" hex nut down approximately 1" onto the bolt threads. Hook the spring over the spring mount rod.

Place the bolt up through the hole in the top edge of the blade and reassemble the other 3/8" hex nut to the bolt and tighten down against the top edge of the blade. Replace the plastic cap over the end of the bolt threads.

1/8" x 1-1/4"

COTTER PIN (P)

PLASTIC

CAP

BLADE

PIVOT

SHAFT

3/8" HEX NUT

(TOP)

3/8" HEX NUT

(BOTTOM)

BLADE

SPRING

MOUNT

ROD

PIVOT PLATE

NOTCHED HOLE

FIGURE 21

BLADE

ADJUST

SPRING

1/8" x 1-1/4"

COTTER PIN (P)

(Right Hand Side View)

CABLE END

FITTING

1/4" x 1-1/2"

HEX BOLT (B)

5/8" SPACER (T)

CHANNEL

ASSEMBLY

1/4" NYLOCK NUT (J)

FIGURE 20

HOLE

REAR

(Left Hand Side View)

11

STEP 8: (SEE FIGURE 22)

• Assemble the large 1/2" washer (Q) onto the channel pivot pin.

• Attach the channel assembly to the tractor by placing the end of the channel assembly up inside the pivot support bracket on the tractor. Align the hole in the pivot support bracket with the second hole from the end in the channel assembly. Insert the channel pivot pin through the aligned holes from the left side and secure with a hairpin cotter (O).

PIVOT SUPPORT

BRACKET

1/2" WASHER (Q)

CHANNEL

PIVOT PIN

STEP 10: (SEE FIGURE 24)

• Remove the rubber cap and the first jam nut from the threaded end of the control cable and slide them onto the control cable wire. Adjust the second jam nut on the threads so that it is approximately 3/4" from end.

Assemble threaded end of cable through the cable mount bracket and secure it with the first jam nut.

Reinstall the rubber cap onto the threaded cable end.

NOTE: Some adjustment of jam nuts may be required after blade assembly is completed.

CABLE MOUNT BRACKET

RUBBER

CAP

JAM NUTS

3/4"

CONTROL CABLE END CHANNEL

ASSEMBLY

HOLE

FIGURE 22

HAIRPIN

COTTER (O)

CHANNEL

ASSEMBLY

(Right Hand Side View)

STEP 9: (SEE FIGURE 23)

• From the left side, insert the welded end of the lift

• handle rod through the hole in the end of the channel assembly (Figure 18). Next, insert the lift link pin through the hole in the bracket that is welded to the lift handle rod. (The lift link is pre-assembled to the pivot support bracket). Secure the bracket with a hairpin cotter (O) inserted up through the lift link pin.

Apply a light coating of oil to the straight upper portion of the lift handle rod. Slide the lift handle tube onto the rod.

LIFT HANDLE TUBE

LIFT HANDLE ROD

FIGURE 23

FIGURE 24 (Right Hand Side View)

STEP 11: (SEE FIGURE 25)

• Assemble plastic grip onto lock release grip assembly.

• Attach lock release grip assembly to lift handle tube using one 5/16" x 1-1/2" hex bolt (C) and one 5/16" nylock nut (K). Do not overtighten the nut. The grip assembly must pivot freely.

• Assemble the ball end of the cable to a cable end fitting as you did to the other end of the cable. Secure the cable end fitting to the weld bolt on the lock release grip with a 1/4" nylock nut (J). Do not overtighten the lock nut. The cable fitting must pivot freely.

5/16" x 1-1/2"

HEX BOLT (C)

1/4" WELD

BOLT

CABLE END

FITTING

CABLE

PLASTIC

GRIP

1/4" NYLOCK

NUT (J)

5/16" NYLOCK

NUT (K)

LONG PIN

(LIFT LINK) LOCK RELEASE

GRIP ASSEMBLY

WELDED BRACKET

HAIRPIN COTTER (O)

(Left Hand Side View)

12

FIGURE 25

CABLE END

FITTING

(Right Hand Side View)

STEP 12: (SEE FIGURE 26)

• Place the end of the blade pivot rod down through the blade pivot shaft. Attach the other end of the blade pivot rod to the lift handle tube. Secure both ends with a hairpin cotter (O). The holes for the hairpin cotters should be parallel to the ground.

• Use the two plastic ties to hold the cable securely to the outside of the handle tube and away from the tractor to avoid direct heat from the tractor muffler.

• Squeeze the grip assembly to check blade pivot. To adjust, see Service & Adjustments section on p. 16.

PLASTIC TIES

HAIRPIN

COTTER (O)

BLADE PIVOT

ROD LIFT HANDLE

TUBE

BLADE

PIVOT SHAFT

HAIRPIN COTTER (O)

FIGURE 26 (Left Hand Side View)

13

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR SNOW BLADE

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your snow blade.

Compare the illustration below with your snow blade to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations.

LIFT HANDLE TUBE

BLADE PIVOT ROD

LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASSEMBLY

ANGLE

LOCK

BARS

BLADE

ADJUST

SPRING

BLADE SHOE

BLADE PIVOT SHAFT

LIFT HANDLE ROD

CONTROL CABLE

LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASS'Y. Unlocks the blade to swivel to the right and left.

LIFT HANDLE TUBE Raises or lowers the blade and pivots blade to the right and left.

BLADE PIVOT ROD

ANGLE LOCK BARS

Connects blade to handle tube. Pivots blade to the right and left.

Locks the blade in either the right hand, left hand or straight ahead position.

BLADE ADJUST SPRING

BLADE SHOE

BLADE PIVOT SHAFT

LIFT HANDLE ROD

CONTROL CABLE

Holds blade in position but permits it to pivot forward to pass over an obstruction.

Ground-contacting part of blade. Adjusts for adequate ground clearance of blade.

Connects blade to channel assembly. Allows blade to pivot forward.

Connects lift handle tube to channel assembly. Raises and lowers the blade.

Connects the lock release lever to the angle lock bars.

HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW BLADE

To Raise or Lower the Snow Blade

• Use the handle grip located on the end of the handle tube. To raise the blade, pull back while pushing down on the handle grip.

To lower blade, pull back while lifting up on handle grip.

HANDLE TUBE

PULL BACK AND

LIFT UP TO

LOWER BLADE

To Pivot the Blade

• Raise the blade to transport position. To unlock the blade, push the lock release grip down against the handle tube. To pivot the blade, keep the grip depressed and push forward or pull back on the handle tube, sliding it along the lift rod. Release the grip to lock the blade when it is in either the right hand, the left hand or the straight ahead position.

LOCK RELEASE

GRIP ASSEMBLY

HANDLE TUBE

FIGURE 27

HANDLE GRIP

PULL BACK AND

PUSH DOWN TO

RAISE BLADE

14

FIGURE 28

LIFT ROD

Wheel weights and tire chains must be used with your snow blade for traction. These accessories are available at your nearest Sears retail store.

Using the Snow blade

• Prepare the lawn tractor engine for cold weather using instructions furnished with the lawn tractor.

• Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear and gradually increase speed as required.

• Do not repeatedly push snow in the same direction.

This causes excessive build up with each successive pass.

• To reduce icing on the blade, allow the lawn tractor and blade to adjust to outdoor temperature before operating.

• For improved snow removal performance, coat the blade with automotive type paste wax.

CAUTION: Carefully inspect the area to be worked before operating the snow blade. Avoid pipes, roots, curbs or other heavy obstructions.

CAUTION: Know the terrain. Avoid exceptionally steep slopes or drop-offs which may be hidden by the snow.

Never run the snow blade into heavy material at high speed.

CAUTION: Always lower the blade to the ground before leaving the tractor.

MAINTENANCE

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the procedures listed in the maintenance section.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Fill in dates as you

complete regular service.

Bef ore each use

Ev ery season

Bef ore stor age

Check for loose fasteners X

Check for worn or damaged parts X

X X

X

CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS

• During the operating season, check all bolts, nuts and hairpin cotters to be sure they are secure.

CHECK FOR WORN OR DAMAGED PARTS

• During the operating season, check for worn and damaged parts. Replace or repair any that have excessive damage or wear.

CLEAN BLADE

• During the operating season, clean the blade off after each use. Touch up any bare metal with paint or apply a light coat of grease or rust preventive.

LUBRICATE BLADE

• Lubricate all pivot points to help maintain proper operation of blade. Apply a light coating of oil to the straight upper portion of the lift handle rod.

LUBRICATE

LUBRICATE

FIGURE 29

Service Dates

LUBRICATE

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

To Adjust Blade Spring

• The tension of the blade adjust spring may be altered to permit the blade to tilt forward to bypass solid obstructions. To change the spring tension, adjust the nuts at upper end of the spring bolt. Standing in front of blade, turn the nuts counterclockwise to relieve tension and clockwise to increase tension. Refer to figure 21 on page 11.

To Adjust Blade Shoes

• The blade shoes at the ends of blade may be raised for close work on smooth surfaces or lowered to raise the blade to work on rough or uneven areas. Make sure both shoes are set evenly and that the nuts are tightened securely.

To Adjust the Blade Pivot Lock Mechanism

• If the blade will not unlock and pivot, the angle lock bars are not disengaging from the slots in the pivot plate. To correct, adjust the 5/16" hex jam nuts to draw the end of the control cable back towards the cable mount bracket. The less the threaded end of the cable extends through the bracket, the more the angle lock bars can retract to disengage from the slots in the pivot plate.

CABLE MOUNT BRACKET

CONTROL

CABLE

5/16" HEX

JAM NUT

FIGURE 31

5/16" HEX

JAM NUT

BLADE SHOE

FIGURE 30

STORAGE

Recommendations When Storing

• When the snow blade is not being used, remove all dirt and rust and touch up with paint.

• Touch up bare metal with paint or apply a light coat of grease or rust preventive.

• Lubricate all pivot points and all points shown in figure 29, page 15 in the maintenance section.

• Store in a dry area, protected from weather.

To Remove Blade From Tractor

• Lower the blade to the ground with the blade in the center (straight ahead) position.

• Remove the hairpin cotter which fastens the blade pivot rod to the blade pivot shaft. See figure 26 on page 13.

• Remove the hairpin cotter which fastens the lift handle rod to the lift link pin. See figure 23, page 12.

• Remove the hairpin cotter from the channel pivot pin and remove the pivot pin from the channel assembly.

See figure 22 on page 12.

• Remove the blade, the channel assembly and the lift handle assembly from the tractor. The brackets assembled to the tractor frame may be left in place.

• To remove the brackets assembled to the tractor frame (side plates and pivot support brackets) refer to the figures appropriate for your tractor on pages 6 and 7.

• If the side plates are removed from the tractor frame, be sure to reassemble any bolts that were removed from the frame. Refer to figure 5 on page 6 and figure

7 on page 7.

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PROBLEM

Blade is difficult to raise.

Blade is difficult to pivot.

Blade will not unlock to pivot.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUSE

Lift mechanism is binding

Handle tube is binding on lift rod.

Lock mechanism is out of adjustment and is not disengaging.

CORRECTION

Lubricate pivot points as shown in figure 29 on page 15.

Lubricate lift handle rod as instructed in figure 23 on page 12.

Refer to the Service and Adjustments section on page 16.

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PARTS

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