Craftsman 486.24839 Owner`s manual
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1. 05931 Housing Bearing 55 714 0161 Key 63562 Housing Assembly Bearing Ball 618 0161A 1 Gear Assembly 1 Housing Bearing 63579 1 Chute Crank Rod Assembly 1 Housing Open Bearing 63768 1 Impeller Assembly 1 Spacer Spindie 24278 1 Scraper Plate 2 Hex Bolt 3 8 24 x 1 703 2734 1 Bracket Housing Brace 2 Washer 703 2735A 1 Bracket Chute Crank 3 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 703 2736 1 Cover Belt 1 Belt V Type Drive 705 5226 1 Chute Reinforcement 1 Belt V Type Auger 705 5269 1 Spiral Assembly L H not shown 3 Pulley V Type 4 705 5270 1 Spiral Assembly R H 1 Pulley V Type 43182 2 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4 Lg 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 1 2 44950 5 Carriage Bolt 1 4 20 x 3 4 1 Hex Boit 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 44917 1 Palnut 3 8 3 Chute Keeper 44326 4 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 Lg 6 Hex Bolt 1 4 20 x 1 43080 13 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4 Lg 3 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 2 46703 6 Bolt Self Tap 5 16 x 3 4 1 Chute Lower 710 0890A 2 Bolt Shear 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 1 Screw 1 4 14 x 5 8 43088 5 Washer 1 4 1 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 43064 35 Hex Lock Nut 5 16 18 Thd 1 Spacer 43013 5 Hex Lock Nut 1 4 20 1 Chute Upper 43083 4 Hex Nut 5 16 18 1 Guide Cable 715 0114 2 Spiral Pin 1 4 x 1 1 2 Lg 1 Bracket Cable 750 0437 2 Bushing 1 Spacer Pivot 731 1379A 1 Chute Adapter 1 Cable Chute Control With Clip 432. Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 27 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 28 Washer 11 32 x 11 16 x 3 64 Hex Bolt 1 2 13 x 1 1 4 29 Pin Spring 1 4 x 1 1 2 Lock Washer 1 2 30 Pin Attachment Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 31 Pin Haircotter 4 1 8 Strap Tarp 25 Long 32 Plate Side R H Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 33 Plate Side L H Washer Bowed 34 Tube Lift Handle Nut Hex 1 2 13 35 Cable Lift Bolt Shoulder 36 Nut Flat Weld 10 24 Tie Nylon 37 Screw Oval 10 24 x 1 Assembly Cable Release Trigger 38 Grip Handle Plastic Cap 39 Tube Crank Rod Support Washer 1 59 x 1 032 x 060 40 741 0475 Bushing 3 8 Plastic Pin Spring 5 32 x 1 1 2 Slotted Truss Hd Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 Housing Trigger Washer 1 2 m Nw oolnoaagwN wmwuo NeoBNog G5ROoBRLALBwMo mooLnllllulallnla 25 NOTES e jl 4 x w m m m m m a ee SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE um o dd Exc A POWER POLE w Iaa A CORNER OF A BUILDING tees ML b ZA _q OR A FENCE POST o B LL p i LLL I LP D i I ONA DO SS i tee e RESENT 2 2 E I 4050 MEE S a n B i OPE 2 i pee ZZA E PrI INATT CAUTION DO NOT OPERATE YOUR TRACTOR AND SNOW T THROWER ON A SLOPE IN EXCESS OF 10 DEGREES BE SURE OF YOUR TRACTOR S TOWING AND BRAKING CAPABILITIES BEFORE OPERATING ON A SLOPE AVOID ANY SUDDEN TURNS OR MA NEUVERS WHILE ON
3. From the left side of the tractor install the attachment pin through the holes securing it with the 1 8 hairpin cotter Refer back to figure 29 on page 15 SETTING THE AUGER BELT TENSION FIGURE 32 Pull the tensioning chain until the end of the spring is pulled through the hole in the side of the Clutch Idler assembly Install the 1 8 hairpin cotter through the end of the spring securing it on the outside of the Ciutch idier assembly See figure 32 IMPORTANT For correct belt tension the 1 8 hairpin cotter must attach to the end of the spring not to the chain Hold this drawing above you while viewing the Clutch Idler Assembly from underneath the tractor Right and left in the drawing will be the reverse of the viewer s right and left LEFT SIDE OF TRACTOR i 4 mA 1 8 HAIRPIN QJ COTTER sr WW pem J END OF SPRING VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH 16 ATTACHING WEIGHT TRAY TO TRACTOR e Loosen the top hex bolt on each side of the tractor frame at the rear Assemble the slotted end of the side braces down onto the loosened boits Do not tighten yet See figure 33 NOTE if there is interference with the hex bolt when using tire chains with extra wide tires assemble the side braces to the tractor frame using the alternate instructions with figure 35 on page 17 Place the weight tray on top of the tractor hitch and fasten the side braces to it using two 5 16 x 1 carriage bolts
4. 27 e 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 ANTI ROTATION BRACKET 1 4 x 1 HEX BOLT 1 4 FLAT WASHER PLASTIC CAP lt A GREASED SURFACE i CHUTE KEEPER 1 4 HEX LOCK NUT gt FIGURE 28 RIGHT SIDE VIEW ATTACHING SNOW THROWER TO TRACTOR NOTE An additional person s help may be required to mount the snow thrower to the front of the tractor e Place the tractor and snow thrower on a flat level surface so that the tractor can be rolled forward to attach the snow blower e Remove the Attachment Pin from the snow thrower Extend the belt out behind the snow thrower making sure the belt is still looped over the top of the large drive pulley and underneath the two idler pulleys The V side of the belt must be seated in the grooves of all three pulleys Roll the tractor up behind the snow thrower center ing it between the snow thrower s mounting plates e 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 To ease the assembly of the auger drive belt delay the installation of the attachment pin shown in figure 29 until you have assembied the belt as in
5. onto the engine pulley L H SIDE and then onto the large pulley on top of the clutch wae idler assembly The belt must be placed to the 3 8 HEX inside of the engine pulley keeper the idler pulley and the keeper bolt located beside the large pulley See figure 22 on page 13 e Place tension on the belt by pulling the left side tensioning chain out as far as the 5 64 hairpin cotter will allow Secure the chain in this position by 3 32 HAIR inserting a 1 8 hairpin cotter through the chain COTTER PIN See figure 22 on page 13 IMPORTANT Do Not assemble the V belt around the outside of the engine pulley keeper or the keeper bolt FIGURE 20 VIEW OF BOTTOM 12 ASSEMBLY OF THE SNOW THROWER Hold this drawing above you while viewing the Clutch Idler Assembly from underneath the tractor Right and left in the drawing will be the reverse of the viewer s right and left 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 5 16 lock washers and 5 16 hex nuts See figure 23 ENGINE Left Side PULLEY of Tractor KEEPER LIFT HANDLE 1 8 HAIRPIN COTTER 5 16 x 1 3 4 5 16 HEX NUT 7 8 l HEX BOLT 5 16 LOCK WASHER LIFT BRACKET FIGURE 23 RIGHT SIDE VIEW NOTE Be sure the lift release cable s plastic covering FIGURE 22 VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH remains inserted into the trigger assembly while performing
6. snow thrower Never run the snow thrower into material at high speeds Do not overload the machine capacity by attempt ing to clear snow at too fast a rate Never operate the machine at high transport speed on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing Watch for traffic and stay alert when crossing or operating near roadways Disengage power to the snow thrower when trans porting 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 or light A Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It mean Attention Become alert Your safety is involved HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE SPARE PARTS BAG Store these two bolts and nuts in a safe piace until needed See page 20 REF GTY DESCRIPTION Rer Gry DESCRIPTION 1 Hex Bolt 1 2 x 1 1 4 Washer 3 8 Hex Bolt 3 8 x 1 Hex Lock Nut 1 4 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 1 3 4 Hex Nut 5 16 Hex Bolt 1 4 x 1 Hex Lock Nut 5 16 2 pcs spare parts Slotted Truss Head Bolt 3 8 x 1 Hex Lock Nut 3 8 Carriage Bolt 3 8 x 1 Hex Nut 1 2 Carriage Bolt 5 16 x 1 3 4 Hairpin Cotter 5 64 Carriage Bolt 5 16 x 1 1 4 Hairpin Cotter 1 8 Carriage Bolt 5 16 x 1 Hairpin Cotter 3 32 Carriage Bolt 5 16 x 3 4
7. snowfall to wet heavy snow Operating instructions must be flexible to fit the conditions encountered The operator must adapt the lawn tractor 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 t is advisable to operate the lawn tractor at a slow ground speed 1st gear for safe and efficient snow removal e 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 Repe
8. the next step e 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 See figure 24 Refer also to the Service and Adjustments section on page 20 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 FIGURE 24 RIGHT SIDE VIEW 13 e Tiltthe 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 the 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 thrower housing using two 5 16 x 1 1 4 carriage bolts 5 16 lock washers and 5 16 hex nuts See figure 25 CARRIAGE BOLT 5 16 LOCK Y NS CRANK ROD 5 16 HEX NUT SUPPORT TUBE z WASHER FIGURE 25 LEFT SIDE VIEW 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 5 16 lock washers and 5 16 hex nuts See figure
9. to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction Keep the area of operation clear of all persons especially small children and pets Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all door mats sleds boards wires and other foreign objects Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting engine Do not operate equipment without wearing ad equate winter outer garments Wear substantial footwear which will protect feet and improve footing on slippery surfaces 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 Do not use the snow thrower without the rear weight attached to the tractor Never make any adjustments while the engine is running Always wear safety glasses or eye shield during operation or while performing and adjustment or repair Do not place hand or feet near rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel surfaces Do not carry passengers After striking a foreign object stop the engine remove the wire from the spark plug and then thorou
10. 086 22 Lock Washer 5 16 1 Cable Chute Control 736 0188 6 Washer 76 x 1 49 x 06 7 Washer 3 8 736 0231 1 Washer 344 I D x 1 125 O D 1 Spring 43081 16 Washer 5 16 Std Wrt 2 Chain 47615 2 Bearing Fiange 1 Pin Hair Cotter 3 32 741 0309 1 Bearing Ball 2 Pin Pivot Lock 741 0475 2 Bushing Plastic 3 6 1 Spacer 741 0493A 4 Bearing Split 3 4 7 Washer 1 4 24279 2 Skid Shoe 4 Pin Hair Cotter 4 1 8 24294 1 Frame Clutch and Pulley 4 Carriage Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 784 5618 2 Housing Bearing 3 Pin Hair Cotter 5 64 24393 1 Bracket Chute Crank 1 Trunnion 24281 1 Bracket Idler 1 Bracket Chute Anti rotation 63904 1 Idler Arm Assembly 1 Plastic Cap 24286 1 Spacer Pivot 1 Hanger Bracket Assembly R H 63762 1 idler Bracket Assembly 1 Hanger Bracket Assembly L H 41576 2 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 1 Keeper Engine Pulley 47600 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 24 x 1 Locking 1 Rod Engagement 756 0405 2 Pulley Flat 3 3 4 4 Bolt Shoulder 43015 1 Hex Nut 3 8 16 2 Bracket Down Stop 711 0242 1 Spacer 1 Spring 46981 1 Pulley V Type 9 1 Spring Torsion 43082 17 Nut Hex Lock 3 8 16 1 Spacer 46982 1 Pulley V Type 5 1 2 1 Hex Boit 3 8 16 x 2 3 4 Lg 738 0680 1 Shaft 6 Hex Lock Nut 1 4 Wash Face 750 0456 1 Spacer 1 Washer Flat 3 8 750 0660 1 Spacer 1 Cable Bracket 43003 13 Lock Washer 3 8 1 Owner s Manual 23 REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486 24839 40 SNOW THROWER 24 REPAIR PARTS FOR MODE
11. 26 CHUTE CRANK ROD 5 16 x 1 3 4 CARRIAGE BOLT p gt CONTROL ASSEMBLY a 5 16 LOCKWASHER 5 16 HEX NUT FIGURE 26 LEFT SIDE VIEW e Attach the chute crank rod assembly brackets to the plastic bracket on the left side of the thrower 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 flat washers 5 16 lock washers and 5 16 hex nuts Do not tighten yet See figure 27 14 5 16 x 1 CARRIAGE BOLT CHUTE CRANK SUPPORT p zoe BRACKET 5 16 FLAT WASHER 5 16 LOCK WASHER TUM 5 16 HEX NUT FIGURE 27 LEFT SIDE VIEW e Coat the top of the ring around the discharge opening with general purpose grease See figure 28 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 right 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 hex lock nuts Tighten carefully so that the nuts are snug but do not dig into the plastic chute keepers See figure 28 e Place the plastic cap onto the short end of the anti rotation bracket See figure 28 e Position the crank rod Spiral so that it does not rub against the bottoms of the notches in the chute flange Tighten the nuts See figure
12. 5 16 lock washers and 5 16 hex nuts Do not tighten yet See figure 33 Fasten the weight tray to the tractor hitch using a 1 2 x 1 1 4 hex boit a 1 2 lock washer and a 1 2 hex nut Do not tighten yet See figure 33 Fasten the cross brace to the side braces using two 5 16 x 1 carriage bolts 5 16 lock washers and 5 16 hex nuts See figure 33 Tighten all loose bolts at this time ORIGINAL 1 x 1 1 n HEX BOLT 5 16 x 1 f CARRIAGE 1 2 LOCK y OT BOLT WASHER i 5 16 LOCK 4 PO cze 6 8 5 16 HEX NUT 5 6 x 1 N rci CARRIAGE SIDE BRACE BOLT WEIGHT TRAY FIGURE 33 Place the plastic keg on the weight tray and fill with approximately 75 lbs of dry sand Secure the keg with the rubber tarp strap hooked into the holes in the cross brace See figure 34 TARP STRAP FIGURE 34 USE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IF HEX BOLT INTERFERES WITH TIRE CHAINS Block up the rear of the tractor to allow removal of rear wheels Remove the rear wheels from the axle retaining the square key and all other parts for reassembly e Remove the hex bolt from the top hole in the side of the tractor frame as shown in figure 35 Assemble the notched end of each side brace to the top hole in the each side of the tractor frame using the provided 3 8 16 x 1 slotted truss head bolts See figure 35 e Reassemble the wheels onto the axle making sure to reassemble the square keys and all other p
13. 8 hex lock nut to the bottom hole in each side tractor frame as shown in figure 4 plate See figure 6 REMOVE BOLT FROM 3 8 HEX LOCK NUT THIS HOLE 3 8 LOCK WASHER R H SIDE PLATE SUSPENSION BRACKET 3 8 SHOULDER BOLT FIGURE 4 RIGHT SIDE VIEW FIGURE 6 RIGHT SIDE VIEW INSTALLING HANGER BRACKETS For better clearance lower the tractor s suspension arms using the attachment lift lever On Tractors With Foot Rest Brackets Figure 7 e Remove the bolt and nut that fasten the L H and R H foot rest brackets to the frame See figure 7 e Attach the L H Hanger Bracket marked L to the inside of the tractor frame using two 3 8 x 1 carriage bolts 3 8 lock washers and 3 8 hex lock nuts The boit heads go on the inside of the tractor frame Repeat for the R H side See figure 7 3 8 LOCK WASHER TAS A 3 8 HEX 7 LOCK NUT BOLT REMOVED SUSPENSION ARM L H HANGER NC y BRACKET LEFT SIDE VIEW 3 8 x 1 CARRIAGE BOLT FIGURE 7 On Tractors Without Foot Rest Brackets Figure 8 e Find the empty hole beneath the foot rest Attach the L H Hanger Bracket marked L to the inside of the frame using a 3 8 x 1 carriage boit head to inside a 3 8 lock washer and a 3 8 hex lock nut See figure 8 Repeat for the R H side 3 8 LOCK i WASHER e Osa a HEX PL LOCK NUT 3 8 x 1 CARRIAGE BOLT FIGURE 8 L H HANGER BRACKET LEFT SIDE VIEW INSTALLIN
14. A SLOPE J enueui SJOUMO 9 9IU9A INOA U SUORON SU BU O OSJE 19J9H 16MOJU MOUS pue 10 9B4 INOA jo uoneJedo au 104 ejes s SdOJS e ji euiuuojep o1 epinB si esf 62u619J91 oeunjnj 10 e2ejd ejes e ui 1eeus siu dooy AGIND 3d01S For in home major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Para pedir servicio de reparaci n a domicilio 1 800 676 5811 In Canada for all your service and parts needs call Au Canada pour tout le service ou les pi ces _ 1 800 665 4455 For the repair or replacement parts you need Call 7 am 7 pm 7 days a week 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 Para ordenar piezas con entrega a domicilio 1 800 659 7084 For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area Call 24 hours a day 7 days a week 1 800 488 1222 For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement Call 9 am 5 pm Monday Saturday 1 800 827 6655 SEARS HomeCentral The Service Side of Sears PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 47721 REV 11 99
15. CKS 5 16 HEX LOCK NUT FIGURE 15 Move the attachment clutch lever on the dash panel to the disengaged down position Lay the ciutch idler assembly beneath the tractor Attach the tractor s clutch cable to the cable bracket Secure the cable housing guide groove down to the cable bracket using the original collar and retainer spring removed from the mower deck See figure 16 e Place a spacer on the welded pin on the idler arm Hook the end of the clutch spring over the pin and secure it with a 1 4 washer and a 5 64 hair cotter pin See figure 16 5 64 HAIR TRACTOR S CLUTCH CABLE FIGURE 16 e Attach the clutch idler assembly to the tractor frame e Assemble the short V belt onto the engine pulley by sliding the notched arms at the rear of the and then onto the large pulley on top of the clutch assembly onto the two shoulder bolts assembled idler assembly The belt must be placed to the to the inside of the tractor frame Lift the front of inside of the engine pulley keeper the idler pulley the assembly fitting the sides into the R H and and the keeper bolt located beside the large pulley L H hanger brackets Attach the assembly to the See figure 18 brackets using two pivot lock pins and 1 8 hairpin cotters See figure 17 IMPORTANT Do Not assemble the V belt around the outside of the engine pulley keeper or the keeper bolt 1 8 HAIRPIN COTTER Hold this drawing above you while viewing the Clutc
16. G SHOULDER BOLTS All Tractors e Remove the bolt washer and nut which fasten the sway bar bracket to the L H side of the tractor frame Replace with a shoulder bolt and a 3 8 hex lock nut as shown in figure 9 BOLT REMOVED FROM THIS HOLE 2 3 8 HEX LOCK NUT SWAY BAR BRACKET FIGURE 9 LEFT SIDE VIEW e Assemble a shoulder bolt and 3 8 hex lock nut to the R H side of the tractor frame using the first empty hole to the rear of the R H hanger bracket See figure 10 Replace the engine pulley keeper on your tractor with the new pulley keeper supplied with the snow blower Attach the keeper to the frame using the original bolt washer and nut See figure 10 NOTE Some tractors may already be equipped with an identical pulley keeper ORIGINAL BOLT NUT AND WASHER x SRT 3 8 HEX Na WACH cf 7 LOCK NUT SHOULDER BOLT NEW ENGINE PULLEY KEEPER DS RIGHT SIDE VIEW R H HANGER BRACKET FIGURE 10 INSTALLING CLUTCH IDLER ASSEMBLY This section covers the installation of the Clutch Idler assembly to tractors with attachment clutches that are either rod operated p 9 cable operated p 10 or electric p 12 Use the appropriate instructions for your tractor ROD OPERATED ATTACHMENT CLUTCHES Move the attachment clutch lever on the dash panel to the disengaged down position e Screw the trunnion onto the end of the snow thrower engagement rod as shown in figure 11 Locate the clutch arm wh
17. L 486 24839 40 SNOW THROWER PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION iA NO NO NO 63764 Lift Shaft Assembly 703 2735A Bracket Chute Crank gt 710 0865 Hex Bolt 1 2 13 x 1 720 0201A Knob Crank 3 710 0367 Hex Bolt 5 8 11 x 1 1 4 44917 Palnut 3 8 4 711 0332 Pin Bracket Lift 43850 Pin Roll 1 8 x 5 8 5 712 0261 Nut Hex Lock 5 8 11 Thread 63579 Assembly Chute Crank Rod 6 43262 Nut Hex Lock 1 2 13 784 5604 Handie Chute Tilt 8 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 720 0232 Knob 9 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 1 2 Assembly Chute Tilt Bracket Washer 17 32 x 1 Guide Cable 12 741 0192 Bearing Flange With Flats Cable Chute Control 13 783 0380 Link 15 80 Long Cable Chute Control with Clip 14 783 0381 Link 11 75 Long Nut Hex Lock 5 16 18 15 24476 Link 4 88 Long Washer 5 16 16 24311 Rod Spacer Plate Mounting L H 17 47599 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 Locking Plate Mounting R H 18 43086 Lock Washer 5 16 Keg Plastic 24298 Bracket Lift Brace Side Weight Tray Nnm BAA a N N BH m mi MM RZNAPNPNNPDNOGAONNYN 20 Assembly Handle Lift Bracket Brace Cross Weight Tray 21 Rod Index Lift Tray Weight 22 Screw Hex Slotted 10 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 Self Tap 23 Spring Compression Lock Washer 3 8 24 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 Nut Hex Lock 3 8 16 25 Washer 218 x 62 Nut Hex 5 16 18 26 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4
18. Owner s Manual CRAFTSMAN 40 2 STAGE SNOW THROWER TRACTOR ATTACHMENT Model No 486 24839 e Safety Before using this product 5 read this manual and follow Operation all Safety Rules and Maintenance Operating Instructions e Parts Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A PRINTED IN U S A TABLE OF CONTENTS ACCESSORIES 1 eee ene ntn ana 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSE 20 SAFETY RULES 5 eei erento Pr eni ne oa elis 3 STORAGE 5 orna p A ius DAT aS ducto pum TEC 21 FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART sees 4 TROUBLESHOOTINQ 5 aereo sio 21 CARTON CONTENTS sss eene 5 REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION 22 24 ASSEMBLY o Doer retener di d 5 REPAIR PARTS LIST 23 25 OPERATION ie ied eee eetee seme toc edet ens 18 SLOPE GUIDE eon lc ber seeds 27 MAINTENANCE sseseseeeneen nnne nane 19 PARTS ORDERING SERVICE BACK COVER t WARRANTY LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON 40 2 STAGE SNOW THROWER For one year from the date of purchase when this snow thrower is maintained and lubricated according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner s manual Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship free of charge If this snow thrower is used for commercial or rental purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty does not cover
19. Shear Bolt spare parts Shoulder Bolt 3 8 x 5 8 Tarp Strap Lock Washer 3 8 Spring Lock Washer 5 16 Chute Keeper Lock Washer 1 2 Chain Tensioning Washer 1 2 Trunnion Washer 1 4 Spacer Washer 5 16 Lock Pin Bowed Washer Plastic Cap Nylon Tie PNN HAHAH ANANMNANAN R A B C D E F G H i J K L M N O P Q R PO A m OAH W HWW ASSEMBLY CARTON CONTENTS 260000 NM In P rem Cross Brace Weight Tray Side Brace Weight Tray Right Hand Side Plate Stamped R Left Hand Side Plate Stamped L Anti rotation Bracket Engagement Rod Not used on some models Engine Pulley Keeper Chute Crank Rod Assembly Support Tube Crank Rod Lift Handle Tube and Cable Cable Bracket Plastic Keg Left Hand Hanger Bracket Stamped L Right Hand Hanger Bracket Stamped R Clutch Idler Assembly V Belt Drive V Belt Auger Attached to Housing Assembly Chute and Control Cable Assembly Housing Assembly Weight Tray Hardware Package Stored inside Plastic Keg 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 parts and hardware packages from the carton Lay out parts and hardware and identify using the illustrations on pages 4 and 5 NOTE Not all of the supplied parts and hardware will be needed for your parti
20. al CONTROLLING SNOW DISCHARGE e To control the direction snow is thrown the dis HOW TO START YOUR SNOW THROWER charge chute has 180 degrees of rotation Turn the The tractor should be sitting with the engine crank rod clockwise to rotate the chute to the right running at full throttle Move the attachment clutch Turn the crank rod counterclockwise to rotate the to the engaged position starting the snow thrower chute to the left vere the tractor elutehis engaged To control the distance snow is thrown the upper section of the discharge chute pivots up and down HOW TO STOP YOUR SNOW THROWER Push forward on the chute tilt handle to pivot the To stop the snow thrower disengage the tractor s chute down decreasing the distance snow is attachment clutch iever for manual clutches or the thrown Pull back on the handle to pivot the chute clutch switch for electric clutches Refer to your up increasing the distance snow is thrown tractor owner s manual RAISING AND LOWERING To raise push down on the lift handle until the snow thrower locks in the raised transport position e 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 the rear weight attached to the tractor to provide extra traction and stability REMOVING SNOW Snow removal conditions vary greatly from light fluffy
21. arts which were removed e Assemble the weight tray to the side braces as instructed in figure 33 on page 16 HOLE WITH HEX BOLT REMOVED 3 8 x 1 SLOTTED TRUSS HEAD BOLT SQUARE KEY SIDE BRACE FIGURE 35 CHECKLIST Before you operate your snow thrower please review the following checklist to help ensure that you will obtain the best performance from your snow thrower e All assembly instructions have been completed with all bolts and nuts properly tightened e Check the engine belt and the auger belt Make sure they 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 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 Drift cutter bars which can be installed to help slice off the edges of tall drifts OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER Read this owner s manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower Compare the illustration below with you
22. ating 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 jammed with a foreign object disengage the snow thrower immediately and shut off the tractor engine Unclog the snow thrower before resuming opera tion 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 Fill in dates as you complete regular service LUBRICATION e Oil ati pivot points on the snow thrower e Oil the pivot points of the two idler arms on the clutch idler assembly Apply penetrating oil to the control cables of the discharge chute Ap
23. bove 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 pos sible Raise the snow thrower off the ground and place a block under each end of the scraper plate Loosen the six hex nuts securing the skid shoes to the housing Adjust the skid shoes up or down and retighten the nuts securely Adjust both skid shoes to the same height to keep the housing and the scraper plate level See figure 36 FIGURE 36 LIFT RELEASE CABLE ADJUSTMENT If the lift rod does not lock the snow thrower securely in the transport position loosen the upper hex nut on the lift bracket a few turns and tighten the lower hex nut Refer to figure 24 on page 13 e If the lift rod fails to unlock completely to lower the snow thrower loosen the lower hex nut on the lift bracket a few turns and tighten the upper hex nut Refer to figure 24 on page 13 CLUTCH DISENGAGEMENT ADJUSTMENT Only tractors with clutch engagement rods If the spiral auger on the snow thrower does not stop when the attachment clutch lever on the tractor is disengaged then adjustment is necessary Proceed as follows Refer back to figure 13 on page 9 Place the attachment clutch lever in the disen gaged position Remove the hairpin c
24. cular tractor Unneeded items may be discarded after you have completed assembly CAUTION Before starting to 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 Remove the mower deck Refer to your tractor owner s manual for removal instructions Mark all loose parts and save for re assembly e Remove the tractor hood and grill assembly Refer to your tractor owner s manual for removal instructions ITEMS REMOVED FROM TRACTOR Store all parts that you remove from the tractor and do not re use while assembling the snow thrower ASSEMBLY OF SIDE PLATES TO TRACTOR Right hand R H and left hand L H side of the tractor are determined from the operators position while seated on the tractor TRACTORS WITH FRAME MOUNTED FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS See page 7 for tractors with axle mounted front suspension brackets e Remove two bolts from each side of the tractor frame as shown in figure 1 REMOVE BOLTS FROM THESE HOLES SUSPENSION BRACKET FIGURE 1 RIGHT SIDE VIEW e Assemble the R H Side Plate marked R to the now empty h
25. e exposed should e Remove the drive belt from the engine pulley be painted or coated with a light oil to prevent rust e Remove the engine pulley keeper and replace it e Store in a dry place with the tractor s original engine pulley keeper rod or cable operated attachment clutches only REMOVING THE SPIRAL AUGER HOUSING e Remove the engagement rod from the tractor s Lower the snow thrower to the ground clutch arm rod operated attachment clutches only e Remove the attachment pin See figure 29 on page See figure 11 on page 9 15 e fa rear mounted attachment is to be used remove e Lock the snow thrower s lift handle in the down the rear weight tray by removing the bolt from the position to decrease belt tension tractor hitch and loosening the two bolts fastening Release the spring tension from the auger belt idler the tray s side braces to the tractor Be sure to arm on the bottom of the clutch idler assembly retighten the two bolts in the side of the tractor Remove the auger drive belt from the clutch idler See figure 33 on page 16 assembly See figure 31 on page 15 e Ifa front mounted attachment is to be used e Pull the spiral auger housing assembly off of the remove the side plates from the tractor Be sure to tractor assemble bolts back into the empty holes in the tractor frame See figures 1 and 2 on page 6 TROUBLESHOOTING mom mm emenn Spiral augers don t turn Upper or lower V belt too loose Increase
26. ghly inspect the snow thrower for damage Repair any damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower if the snow thrower starts to vibrate abnormally stop 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 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 transport ing 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 27 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 enclo sures automobiles window wells drop offs etc without proper adjustment of the snow thrower discharge angle Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the
27. h Idier Assembly from underneath the tractor Right and left in the drawing will be the reverse of the viewer s right and left PIVOT LOCK PIN ENGINE Left Side PULLEY KEEPER of Tractor 77 ENGINE PULLEY FIGURE 17 FIGURE 18 VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH Proceed to page 13 11 ELECTRIC ATTACHMENT CLUTCHES Attach the clutch idler assembly to the tractor frame by sliding the notched rear arms of the assembly e Turn the clutch idier assembly upside down and onto the two shoulder bolts placed on the inside of place the extra tensioning chain through the left the tractor frame Lift the front of the assembly so front hole as shown in figure 19 that the sides fit inside the R H and L H hanger brackets Attach the assembly to the brackets using two pivot lock pins and 1 8 hairpin cotters See figure 21 ER HAIRPIN COTTER PIVOT R PIN TENSIONING CHAIN FIGURE 19 e Hook the loose spring through the end of the tensioning chain See figure 20 e Hook the other end of the spring onto the bottom of the bolt and nut which secure the idler pulley to the upper idler arm Hold the bolt head and assemble a 3 8 hex lock nut onto the bolt leaving it loose enough for the spring to pivot freely between the two nuts See figure 20 e Attach a 3 32 hairpin cotter to the chain placing it Freenet BIGHT SIDE VIEW in the fifth link from the spring See figure 20 SPRING 5TH LINK CHAIN e Assemble the short V belt
28. ich is found underneath the right hand side the tractor just to the inside of the suspension arm This is the arm that the mower clutch rod was connected to The arm moves forward and backward as the attachment clutch lever on the dash panel is moved Position the engagement rod to the inside of the clutch arm and insert the drilled end of the rod through the arm Secure with a 5 64 hairpin cotter See figure 11 ENGAGEMENT ROD 5 64 HAIRPIN COTTER SUSPENSION ARM FIGURE 11 RIGHT SIDE VIEW e Be sure that the loose end of the engagement rod is lifted up toward the front of the tractor as shown in figure 12 when performing the next operation You can temporarily support the rod using a rubber band tied to the engine pulley keeper Attach the snow thrower s clutch idler assembly to the tractor frame by sliding the notched arms at the rear of the assembly onto the two shoulder bolts assembled to the inside of the tractor frame Lift the front of the assembly fitting the sides into the R H and L H hanger brackets Attach the assem bly to the brackets using two pivot lock pins and 1 8 hairpin cotters See figure 12 1 8 HAIRPIN COTTER Se M LOCK PIN ENGAGEMENT FIGURE 12 RIGHT SIDE VIEW e Make sure the attachment clutch lever on the dash panel is in the disengaged down position Pivot the upper idler arm so that it rests against the stop bolt and is pointing toward the front as shown in figure 13 Scre
29. oles in the right side of the tractor frame Use two 3 8 x 1 hex bolts and 3 8 lock washers as shown in figure 2 Repeat for the L H side NOTE If the side plates are later removed from the tractor frame bolts must be assembled back into the empty holes in the frame 3 8 LOCK WASHER 3 8 x 1 HEX BOLT R H SIDE PLATE FIGURE 2 RIGHT SIDE VIEW e Assemble a shoulder boit a 3 8 lock washer and a e Attach the R H Side Plate marked R to the right 3 8 hex lock nut to the bottom hole in each side side of the tractor frame as shown in figure 5 For the plate See figure 3 front hole use a 3 8 x 1 hex bolt a 3 8 lock washer a 1 2 flat washer and a 3 8 hex lock nut Use the flat e Proceed to page 8 washer as a shim between the frame and the side plate For the rear hole use a 3 8 x 1 hex bolt and a 3 8 lock washer Repeat for the L H side 3 8 HEX LOCK NUT NOTE Depending on the tractor model the bolt may insert freely into the front hole or it may screw into the hole If the hole is not threaded the bolt will form threads as it is screwed in 3 8 LOCK 1 2 FLAT 3 8 LOCK WASHER R H SIDE PLATE 3 8 SHOULDER BOLT 3 8 HEX FIGURE 3 RIGHT SIDE VIEW 3 8 x 1 FOSSE HEX BOLT R H SIDE M PLATE FIGURE 5 RIGHT SIDE VIEW TRACTORS WITH AXLE MOUNTED FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS e Assemble a shoulder bolt a 3 8 lock washer and a e Remove the bolt from the hole on each side of the 3
30. otter from the engagement rod trunnion and lift the trunnion out of the hole in the idler arm Screw the trunnion a few turns towards the front end of the rod Replace the trunnion into the hole in the idler arm and secure it with the hairpin cotter Check the operation of the snow thrower If the spiral augers still do not stop repeat the above steps until the augers stop when the attachment clutch lever is placed in the disengaged position SPIRAL AUGERS The spiral augers are secured to the auger shaft with two shear bolts and hex lock nuts If you hit a foreign object or if ice jams the augers the snow thrower is designed so that the bolts will shear Ifthe augers will not turn check to see if the shear bolts have sheared See figure 37 Two repiace ment shear bolts and hex lock nuts have been provided with the snow thrower For future use order part number 710 0890A shear bolt and number 43064 hex lock nut GEAR HOUSING SHEAR BOLT AND SCRAPER HEX LOCK NUT PLATE FIGURE 37 20 STORAGE STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS ADDITIONAL PARTS TO REMOVE AT END Lower the snow thrower to the ground OF SEASON Remove the snow thrower from the tractor Clean the snow thrower thoroughly Wash off any Remove the clutch idier assembly The two hanger salt deposit which may have dried on the thrower brackets and the two shoulder bolts may be left and housing attached to the tractor frame Any bare metal that has becom
31. ply a good grade of spray lubricant to the trigger assembly and the chute tilt control assembly 19 Service Dates CHECK SCRAPER AND SHOES FOR WEAR Refer to figures 36 and 37 on page 20 The scraper plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the snow thrower are subject to wear To prevent damage to the spiral auger housing replace plate and shoes before wear is excessive SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION Before servicing or adjusting the snow thrower shut off the engine remove the spark plug wire s set the parking brake and remove the key from the tractor ignition REPLACING AUGER BELT Disengage the tractor s attachment clutch Lower the snow thrower to the ground Remove the attachment pin 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 and from the spiral auger housing Install new belt over top of large auger drive pulley and under the two side idler pulleys Twist the belt 1 4 turn to seat the V of the belt in the groove of each idler pulley Refer to figure 30 on page 15 Assemble the belt onto the clutch idler assembly Refer to figures 31 and 32 on pages 15 and 16 SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT The skid shoes are mounted on each side of the spiral auger housing They regulate the distance the scraper plate is raised a
32. r snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations LIFT HANDLE UPPER CHUTE 1 LOWER CHUTE SCRAPER PLATE 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 angie 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 BEFORE STARTING HOW TO USE YOUR SNOW THROWER e Use the end of assembly checklist to verify that all instructions have been properly completed Make sure the skid shoes are adjusted to maintain CAUTION Never direct discharge adequate ground clearance between the snow A towards bystanders or windows Do not thrower and the type of surface to be cleared allow anyone in front of unit Refer to the Service and Adjustments section Make sure the tractor engine has the correct oil for winter operation SAE 5W 30 Refer to tractor owner s manu
33. repairs necessary because of operator negligence or abuse including the failure to maintain the equipment according to instructions contained in the owner s manual WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty applies only while this product is in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co D 817 WA Hoffman Estates Chicago IL 60179 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS These accessories were available when the unit was purchased They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model numbers of your tractor and snow thrower WHEEL WEIGHT TIRE CHAINS DRIFT CUTTER BARS KIT NO 71 88294 The model number and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the snow thrower MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER You should record both the serial number and the date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference DATE OF PURCHASE 486 24839 A SAFETY A Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the equipment Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment Read this owner s manual carefully and know how to operate your snow thrower and how
34. structed for figures 30 and 31 ATTACHMENT PIN 1 8 HAIRPIN COTTER SHOULDER 3 P asd PLATE cab SIDE 3 E n Q PLATE A FIGURE 29 RIGHT SIDE VIEW INSTALLING THE AUGER BELT e The auger belt comes preassembled 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 See figure 30 AUGER PULLEY Pd TWIST 1 4 TURN IDLER PULLEY FIGURE 30 e Push the lift handle down to increase slack in the belt attachment pin must first be removed e Remove the 1 8 hairpin cotter that secures the end of the idler arm spring to the right side of the clutch idler assembly Swing the idler arm to the left side See figure 31 e Place the auger belt around the rear pulley and between the two pulleys on the idler arm The V side of the belt must be seated in the grooves of the V pulleys See figure 31 Hold this drawing above you while viewing the Clutch Idler Assembly from underneath the tractor Right and left in the drawing will be the reverse of the viewer s right and left 1 8 HAIRPIN COTTER Removed from end of spring LEFT SIDE OF TRACTOR FIGURE 31 VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH INSTALLING THE ATTACHMENT PIN e Lift the front of the snow blower to align the holes in the mounting plates and the side plates
35. tension on V belt Upper or lower V belt broken Replace V belt Shear bolts are sheared Replace shear bolts Clogged discharge chute Tractor ground speed too fast Tractor throttle set too low Snow too deep Snow melts during contact with the snow thrower Increase to full throttle Raise the snow thrower Allow snow thrower to cool to outdoor temperature before using 1 2 3 1 Use lower tractor gear 2 3 4 BOP OD Snow thrower stalls tractor engine 1 Object jammed in spiral auger 1 Stop engine disengage the snow thrower clutch and clear the auger 2 Increase to full throttle and decrease ground speed Hard or heavy snow Front wheels slide instead of steering Not enough traction at front wheels 1 Increase scraper plate clearance by lowering skid shoes 2 Pull down on lift handle to increase weight on front wheels Snow thrower rides up over snow 1 Tractor ground speed too fast 2 Bottom snow is icy or hard packed Reduce ground speed 2 Lower the skid shoes so that front of skid shoe is lower than the rear 21 REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486 24839 40 SNOW THROWER fT al 9 25 22 REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486 24839 40 SNOW THROWER PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION NO NO NS NO
36. w the trunnion along the threads of the engagement rod until it is aligned at the front end of the idler arm slot Attach the trunnion to the slot using the 3 8 flat washer and a 5 64 hairpin cotter See figure 13 IDLER ARM 3 8 FLAT WASHER 5 64 HAIRPIN COTTER FIGURE 13 RIGHT SIDE VIEW e Assemble the short V belt onto the engine pulley and then onto the large pulley on top of the clutch idler assembly The belt must be placed to the inside of the engine pulley keeper the idler pulley and the keeper bolt located beside the large pulley See figure 14 IMPORTANT Do Not assemble the V belt around the outside of the er gine pulley keeper or the keeper bolt Hold this drawing above you while viewing the Clutch Idler Assembly from underneath the tractor Right and left in the drawing will be the reverse of the viewer s right and left ENGINE PULLEY KEEPER Left Side of Tractor ENGINE PULLEY fo ISN A do KEEPER BOLT FIGURE 14 Proceed to page 13 VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH CABLE OPERATED ATTACHMENT CLUTCHES e Assemble the cable bracket to the clutch idler assembly using two 5 16 x 3 4 carriage bolts 5 16 lock washers and 5 16 hex locknuts Use the two front holes in the cable bracket if your tractor has a 42 mower deck Use the two rear holes if your tractor has a 46 mower deck See figure 15 5 16 x 3 4 CARRIAGE BOLT CABLE L 4 BRACKET 46 42 DECKS DE
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