Craftsman 757.243481 User's Manual
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1. install a Flat Washer 28 next to Hub and 1 2 Hex Nut 25 threaded on as far as possible with Bolt stili free to turn Install both Wheels through holes in Side Straps 11 amp 12 securing with Lock Washers 26 and Hex Nuts 25 Tighten securely but with Wheels free to turn Check all fasteners for tightness Your Aerator is now ready for use Fig 4 Fig 5 RIGHT HAND SIDE A WARNING To avoid personal injury and or equipment damage never exceed the recommended operating speed range of 3 to 5 MPH WHEN TO AERATE Your Aerator should not be used when Lawn Conditions are too Wet or too Dry To determine condition dig a smal amount of your soil about three inches deep 9 If soil appears powdery and brittle it is too dry Wait until a later date after a rainfall If soil is too dry the Plugging Spoons will not penetrate properly 9 f soil appears damp roll a small amount into a ball in the palm of your hand if it forms a ball theft it is too wet Ideally the soil should fall apart when rolled in the palm of your hand Wait till a later date for soil to dry If soil is too wet the Plugging Spoons will stop up and your Tractor could lose traction causing Lawn Damage MOUNTING AND TRANSPORTING Attach Aerator to your Rider using Pin and Hairpin Cotter supplied To place in Transport Position Pull FORWARD on Lift Handle 12 and move to Transport Lock Pin in Sid2. 2 Hex Bolt 5 16 x3 4 Hex Bolt 1 2 x3 3 4 Hex Nut 5 16 Hex Nut 1 2 Lock Washer 1 2 Flat Washer 5 16 Flat Washer 1 2 Flat Washer 3 4 Instructions Transport Lock Pin Hex Lock Nut 5 1 3 s Q x PHN 0 gt ND NO O Ca
3. from INSIDE of Tray Flat Washers 27 next to Bolt heads and Lock Nuts 5 Tighten all Bolts while maintaining 41 to 41 1 4 inside the Side Plates 6 Refer to Figs 1 amp 2 Assemble the Transport Lock Pin 31 into the front hole at Left Hand Side Plate 6 from the outside Secure with 5 16 Lock Nut 5 holding Pin with Pliers as you tighten This Pin is used to lock the Wheels in Transport Refer to Fig 2 9 Attach the two Frame Angles 8 to underside of Tray 7 using four 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Bolts 22 Heavy Fiat Washers 9 next to Frame Angle holes and Nylon Insert Nuts 5 Do not tighten at this time Align the front holes of Angles and fasten at two smaller holes using two 5 16 x2 1 2 full threaded Hex Bolts 17 Bolts extend inside legs of Angles gt aan T E and secure with 5 16 Hex regular Nuts 24 See Right Hand Inset A Tighten these and Tray Bolts 22 securely Assemble the Drawbar Clevis 2 to Full Threaded Bolts extending from Frame Angles securing with two 5 16 Lock Nuts 5 PLUGGING SPOON PRE ASSEMBLY Refer to Fig 3 Center Tube 14 shown Assemble Plugging Spoons 10 to each welded plate SIDES OPPOSITE WELDS of the three Tube Assemblies 13 amp 14 using 5 16 x3 4 Hex Bolts 22 and Lock Nuts 32 Rounded part of Spoon fits against tube to lock in place Tighten all 24 securely Insert a 3 4 Nylon Bearing 16 into each end of Tube Assemblies 5 Fig 3 P
4. 15 B 4867 L 3 ne Ea Transport Lock Handie Grip E Pin No 27 45M1111P 1 4 x 1 1 2 E 1 Used Flat washer 5 16 1 Used i 8 Used ED No 21 2M1024P Ss E Hex Head Bott E s 4 m 5 16 x 1 1 2 1 Used No 25 30M1600P Hex Nut 1 2 4 Used WLAN No 17 B 4868 No 22 2M1012P Hex Head Bolt Hex Head Bolt 5 16 x 2 1 2 5 16 x 3 4 2 Used 13 Used No 23 2M1660P No 20 D 146P Hex Head Bolt Hairpin Cotter 1 8 1 2 x 3 3 4 1 Used 2 Used Z 1530 HARDWARE BAG PLUGGING SPOON HARDWARE BAG DZ 1531 A No 22 2M1012P No 32 B 1674P Hex Head Bolt Hex Lock Nut 5 16 5 16 x 3 4 25 Used 25 Used No 16 B 4866 Nylon Bearing 3 4 I D 6 Used No 10 B 4855 10 Piugging Spoon Tine Q 24 Used ASSEMBLY It is recommended that you carefully read this Owner s Manual BEFORE starting assembly of this unit Fold out the carton for use as a pad during assembly and arrange each kind of hardware into a group to ease assembly All reference to Right Hand and Left Hand are made while standing behind unit facing forward TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 1 Pair Pliers 2 1 2 Wrenches 2 3 4 Wrenches OR i DA 2 10 Adjustable wrenches _ _ FRAME ASSEMBLY 41 to 41 1 4 Refer to Fig 1 INSIDE Sit the Tray 7 on the pad with flanges facing up Attach the Side Plates 6 to Tray as shown using eight 5 16 x3 4 Hex Bolts 22
5. CRAFTSMAN OWNERS MANUAL MODEL NO 757 243481 Caution Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully L 1590 SC 2 CRAFTSMAN 40 LAWN AERATOR PLUG TYPE FOR USE WITH RIDERS AND LAWN GARDEN TRACTORS e Assembly e Installation e Operation e Repair Parts Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON AERATOR For 2 years from the date of purchase when this Aerator is maintained and lubricated according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner s manual Sears will repair free of charge any defect in material or workmanship This warranty does not cover repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence including the failure to maintain the equipment according to instructions contained in the owner s manual and Aerator used for commercial or rental purposes WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States This warranty gives you specific legai rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO D 817 WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Craftsman Aerator It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Shou
6. LUGGING UNIT ASSEMBLY Refer to Fig 4 Identify the two Outer Tube Assemblies 13 has one plate welded close to end of tube and the Center Tube Assembly 14 has both plates welded close to end of tube Insert the Axle Assembly 11 partially through hole in Side Plate 6 at RIGHT SIDE Install as follows 3 4 Flat Washer 29 Outer Tube Assembly 13 with short Hub end next to Right Side Plate 3 4 Flat Washer 29 Center Tube Assembly 14 3 4 Flat Washer 29 Outer Tube Assembly 13 with short Hub end next to Left Side Plate 3 4 Flat Washer 29 IMPORTANT Make sure Nylon Bearings are inside Tube Assemblies See Fig 3 Align Axle Assembly shaft end with hole in Left Side Plate and push through as far as possible Slide on a 3 4 Flat Wash r 29 9 install Lift Handle Assembly 12 over Axle Assembly Shaft Welded Tube on Lift Handle FACING OUT Position strap on Axle Assembly at opposite side in line with short end extending from Lift Handle with Wheel mounting holes and align holes in Handle Tube and Axle Shaft Insert a 5 16 x1 1 2 Hex Bolt 21 and secure with a 5 16 Lock Nut 1 9 Slip Handle Grip 15 over end of Lift Handle NOTE Soapy water will ease this assembly TRANSPORT WHEELS Refer to Fig 5 9 Pre assemble the two Transport Wheels 18 using 1 2 x3 3 4 Hex Bolts 23 and Flat Washers 28 next to Bolt Head through Wheel Hubs opposite extended Hub side
7. e Plate Pull OUT and move Handle to Lock in position Aerator rests on Wheels 9 To place in Operating Position Pull OUT on Lift Handle releasing from Transport Position and move back Aerator rests on Plugging Spoons OPERATION A cation Use the Plugging Aerator only on established lawns NEVER ON NEWLY LAID SOD Never exceed the Weight Tray capacity of 150 pounds If the Plugging Spoons are going too deep remove some of the weight from the weight Tray Always raise Plugging Spoons to Transport position when crossing asphait or concrete When backing carefully back straight to avoid jackknifing which could result in damage to equipment USE OF ADDITIONAL WEIGHT The weight required to give a recommended penetration of approximately three inches will vary according to soil type and conditions Concrete Blocks Patio Blocks Sand Bags or any other type of weight can be added to Aerator Tray as required Weight can be secured by using tie downs through holes in Tray Flanges Tie downs are not furnished with your unit Usually three Concrete Blocks will be sufficient but more or less may be required 9 Drive your Tractor to location to be Aerated Lower Aerator to Operating Position Drive the Tractor FORWARD approximately ten feet and stop 9 Observe the operation there should a Plug hole approximately every 10 inches to 12 inches and not more than 3 inches deep KK 9 Add or re
8. ep children and pets a safe distance away Always wear substantia footwear Do not wear loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts 9 Keep your eyes and mind on your tractor attach ment and area being covered Don t let other interests distract you Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards SAFE OPERATION 9 Keep the vehicle and attachment in good operating condition and keep safety devices in place Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition The vehicle and attachment should be stopped and inspected for damage after striking a foreign object The damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment See tractor equipment owner s manual for safe operation of the equipment Do not drive close to creeks ditches and public highways Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways When using any attachment don t allow anyone near the vehicle while in operation A CAUTION e Only tow your Aerator behind vehicles for which it was designed lawn garden tractors e Do not stand ride on Aerator bodily injury could result Never exceed the Weight Tray capacity of 150 pounds Do not attempt to disconnect Aerator from To avoid damage to Spoons always engage transport wheels to raise the Spoons when crossing concrete or asphalt walks drives or roads Use the Aerator only on an established
9. lawn never on newly laid sod To avoid possible personal injury and or equipment never exceed the recommended operating speed range of 3 to 5 MPH tractor with weight in Hopper When backing carefully back straight to avoid Jack knifing which could result in damage to equipment LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS T MEANS ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON No A L 1590 SC 2 joi Manual No B Z 1530 No C 21531 1 Use Hardware Bag Hardware Bag Plugging Spoon Tines 1 Used 1 Used 39 ge 4 No D Z 1531 A Hardware Bag Nylon Bearings No 13 B 5309 10 1 Used Outer Tube Assembly 2 Used No 12 B 4859 10 Lift Handle Assembly 1 Used No 14 B 5311 10 Center Tube Assembly 1 Used No 9 B 5427 10 Frame Angle 2 Used No 6 B 4851 10 No 7 B 5426 10 Side Plate Tray 2 Used 1 Used E 222224 No 18 B 4869 o 11 B 5307 10 Transport Wheei Axle Assembly 2 Used 3 1 Used Z 1531 HARDWARE BAG 3 S QS No 5 B 4786 Hex Lock Nut 5 16 NO 26 40M1600P 17 Used roue EE 1 2 No 9 R 618 No 28 45M1717P No 29 B 676P Heavy Washer 5 16 Flat washer 1 2 Flat Washer 3 4 4 Used 4 Used No 19 B 4870 01 Drawbar Pin 1 2 x 3 1 2 1 Used S No 24 30M1000P Hex Nut 5 16 2 Used No 31 B 3307 S No 2 B 3034 10 lt gt Drawbar Clevis lt gt i Used fanc ARM No
10. ld you experience any problem you can not easily remedy please contact your nearest Sears Service Center Department We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair your Aerator Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your Aerator properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE FRONT MODEL CORNER OF THE TRAY NUMBER 757 243481 SERIAL YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A DATE OF SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE PURCHASE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the SAFETY RULES Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your Coring Aerator qu IA AA AA Le aT TABLE OF CONTENTS SE AA EE I I E E a LEE EA WARRANTY eese 2 OPERATION aa kma 7 SAFETY RULES ssmeesemimesemeerasa 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY 7 CARTON CONTENTS 3 amp 4 REPAIR PARTS gt s ssmsesesesersemamaea 8 ASSEMBLY oiii aiiis 5 amp 6 A RULES FOR Know controls and how to stop quickly READ THE OWNER S MANUAL Do not allow children to operate the vehicle do not allow adults to operate without proper instruction and without having read the owner s manual Do not carry passengers Ke
11. move weight to obtain this condition CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY 9 Should rust appear on any other part of your 9 Periodically check the Spoons remove Aerator sand lightly to remove rust and coat lightly any debris which might build up and restrict with enamel their action Apply a drop of lubricating oil to each Nylon Bearing After each use service unit as described and and the Aerator Axle before each use store in a dry area shielding tines to avoid injury To prevent rust on Plugging Spoons apply a light coat of oil on the working areas of Spoons after each use Ref Part No No 1 B 5429 2 B 3034 10 3 B 3568 A 4 B 3686 5 B 4786 6 B 4851 10 7 B 54 26 10 8 B 5427 10 9 R 618 10 B 4855 10 11 B 5307 10 12 B 4859 10 13 B 5309 10 14 B 53 11 10 15 B 4867 L 1590 SC 2 Model Number 757 243481 Description Model No Decal Drawbar Clevis Caution Label Logo Decal Lock Nut 5 16 Side Plate Tray Frame Angle 5 16 Heavy Washer Plugging Spoon Axle Assembly Lift Handle Assembly Outer Tube Assembly Center Tube Assembly Handle Grip 2 N m ND gt J N NNSA et oH Part No B 4866 B 4868 B 4869 B 4870 01 D 146P 2M1024P 2M1012P 2M1660P 30M1000P 30M1600P 40M1600P 45M1111P 45M1717P B 676P L 1590 SC 2 B 3307 S B 1674P Description 3 4 Nylon Bearing Hex Bolt 5 16x2 1 2 Transport Wheel Drawbar Pin Hair Pin Cotter Hex Bolt 5 16 x1 1
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