Craftsman SNOW CAB 486.24276 User manual

Operator's Manual
Model No. 486.24276
TRACTOR SNOW CAB
®
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read
this manual and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
FORM NO. 49952 (REV. 2/06)
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
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DO NOT RETURN TO STORE
For Missing Parts or Assembly
Questions Call 1-866-576-8388

2
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.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means —
Attention!! Become
alert!! Your safety is involved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES
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2
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART
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3
CARTON CONTENTS
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4
ASSEMBLY
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5
OPERATION
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9
MAINTENANCE/STORAGE
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9
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION
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10
REPAIR PARTS LIST
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11
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE
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Back Page
MODEL NUMBER: 486.24276
SERIAL NUMBER: __________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: __________________
The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
decal attached to the base assembly.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
WARRANTY
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Tractor Snow Cab fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair (or
replacement if repair proves impossible).
If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
• This cab provides foul weather protection only. It
does not provide protection against exhaust fumes,
collision, rollover or other accidents.
• Read the snow cab and vehicle owner's manuals and
know how to operate your vehicle before using the
snow cab at tach ment.
• Be sure there is adequate ventilation when using the
tractor and snow cab in confi ned areas.
• The snow cab will restrict your fi eld of vision in some
directions. Use extra caution when operating your
tractor with the snow cab attached.
• Watch out for low tree limbs or other overhead
ob struc tions that may not previously have in ter fered
with op er a tion of the tractor. The extra height of
the snow cab may cause these objects to be come
ob sta cles.
• Check the area of operation thoroughly before using
the tractor.

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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
A 4 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 2-3/4"
A 4 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 2-3/4"
A 4 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 2-3/4"
B 6 Carriage Bolt, 5/16 x 2"
B 6 Carriage Bolt, 5/16 x 2"
B 6 Carriage Bolt, 5/16 x 2"
C 1 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2"
C 1 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2"
C 1 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2"
D 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4 x 1-1/2"
D 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4 x 1-1/2"
D 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4 x 1-1/2"
E 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16 x 1"
E 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16 x 1"
E 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16 x 1"
F 5 Nylock Nut, 1/4"
F 5 Nylock Nut, 1/4"
F 5 Nylock Nut, 1/4"
G 6 Nylock Nut, 5/16"
G 6 Nylock Nut, 5/16"
G 6 Nylock Nut, 5/16"
H 4 Flat Washer, 5/16"
H 4 Flat Washer, 5/16"
H 4 Flat Washer, 5/16"
I 1 Carriage Bolt, 1/4 x 1"
I 1 Carriage Bolt, 1/4 x 1"
I 1 Carriage Bolt, 1/4 x 1"
J 4 Spacer
J 4 Spacer
J 4 Spacer
K 4 Adhesive Pad
K 4 Adhesive Pad
K 4 Adhesive Pad
L 2 Plastic Knob
L 2 Plastic Knob
L 2 Plastic Knob
SHOWN FULL SIZE NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
A
B
G
K
F
H
I
C
D
J
E
L

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CARTON CONTENTS
1. Upper base tube
2. Top Tubes (2)
3. Base Leg Tubes (2)
4. Base Leg Tube (Flattened)
5. Front Brace Rod
6. Upright Tubes (2)
7. Right Support Bracket
1
2
3
67
13
14
8
15
4
12
5
11
10
9
8. Left Support Bracket
9. Base Bracket
10. Left Base Bracket
11. Right Base Bracket (stamped with R)
12. U-Tube
13. Vinyl Canopy
14. Support Rods (3)
15. Rear Support Brackets (2)

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ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(2) 7/16" Wrenches
(2) 1/2" Wrench
(1) 1/2" or 9/16" Socket Wrench
REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON
FIGURE 2
5/16" x 2"
CARRIAGE BOLT (B)
5/16" x 2"
HEX BOLT (C)
5/16" NYLOCK NUT (G)
1/4" NYLOCK
NUT (F)
1/4" x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLT (I)
5/16" NYLOCK
NUT (G)
BASE BRACKET
LEFT
SUPPORT
BRACKET
RIGHT
SUPPORT
BRACKET
BASE LEG TUBE
(FLATTENED)
BASE LEG TUBE
THIS HOLE
IS HIGHER
SHORT END
• Remove all parts and hardware packages from the
carton. Lay out parts and hardware and identify using
the illustrations on pages 3 and 4.
NOTE:
Not all of the supplied parts and hardware will be
needed for 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:
Make sure tractor seat raises
and lowers freely after attaching Snow
Cab. The tractor's operator presence safety
switch will not operate if seat is stuck down.
STEP 1:
(SEE FIGURE 1)
•
Look
under the front of your tractor
Look under the front of your tractorLook
. I
f there is a single
mower deck suspen
sion bracket located
underneath
the mi
dd
le of the front axle, continue
on to step
2
. I
f
yo
ur tractor does not have a mower deck susp
ension
bracket
underneath the mi
dd
le of the front axle
, skip
to step 5 on page
6 for tractors with dual suspension
brackets.
MOWER DECK
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
FIGURE 1
INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH
SINGLE SUSPENSION BRACKET
STEP 2:
(SEE FIGURE 2)
• The four holes in the base bracket are unequal in
height. Place the base bracket on a fl at surface with
the holes that are higher facing away from you.
• Attach the right side of the base bracket to the front
two holes in the fl attened base leg tube using two
5/16" x 2" carriage bolts (B) and 5/16" nylock nuts (G).
Make only fi nger tight.
• Attach the left side of the base bracket to the fourth
and fi fth holes in one of the base leg tubes using two
5/16" x 2" carriage bolts (B) and 5/16" nylock nuts (G).
Make only fi nger tight.
• Attach the long end of the right support bracket to the
outside of the fl attened end of the right base leg tube
using a 1/4" x 1" carriage bolt (I) and 1/4" nylock nut
(F).
Make only fi nger tight.
• Attach the left support bracket to the outside of the left
base leg tube using one 5/16" x 2" hex bolt (C) and
5/16" nylock nut (G).
Make only fi nger tight
.

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UPPER BASE TUBE
BASE TUBE LEGS
STEP 3:
(SEE FIGURE 3)
• Insert the ends of the base leg tubes into the upper
base tube.
FIGURE 3
5/16" x 1"
HEX BOLT (E)
ORIGINAL
BOLT
SPRING
(SEE NOTE)
5/16" WASHER (H)
FIGURE 4
STEP 6:
(SEE FIGURE 6)
• Insert the ends of the base leg tubes into the upper
base tube.
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 5
UPPER BASE TUBE
BASE LEG TUBES
5/16" x 2-3/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT (A)
5/16" NYLOCK NUT (G)
SPACER (J)
RIGHT BASE BRACKET
BASE LEG TUBE
LEFT BASE
BRACKET
INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH DUAL
SUSPENSION BRACKETS
STEP 4:
(SEE FIGURE 4)
• Raise the tractor seat and remove the seat springs and
the four bolts from the rear fender using a 1/2" socket.
• Place the base leg tubes onto the rear fender. Attach
the front support brackets to the front holes in the
fender reusing the bolts that were removed. If seat
springs were mounted to front holes, see note below.
Do not tighten completely.
• Attach the base bracket and the seat springs to the
rear holes in the fender using the new 5/16" x 1" bolts
(E) and 5/16" fl at washers (H) supplied with the Snow
Cab. If seat springs were mounted to front holes, see
note below.
Do not tighten completely.
•
Tighten
the nuts and bolts that fasten the base leg
tubes to the base bracket and front support brackets.
• Center the base leg tubes on the rear fender and then
tighten, using moderate force,
the bolts fastening
the base bracket and the front support brackets to
the fender. Overtightening the bolts may damage the
threaded holes in the fender.
• PROCEED TO STEP 8 ON PAGE 7
NOTE:
If seat springs were mounted to front holes, use
5/16" x 1" bolts (E) and 5/16" fl at washers (H) to attach
seat springs and front support brackets to front holes.
Use original bolts to attach base bracket to rear holes.
STEP 5:
(SEE FIGURE 5)
• Attach the right base bracket to the front holes of a
base leg tube that does not have a fl attened end,
using two 5/16" x 2-3/4" carriage bolts (A), two
spacers (J) and two 5/16" nylock nuts (G).
Make only
fi nger tight.
Repeat for the left base bracket.

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FIGURE 7
ORIGINAL BOLT
OR BOLT (E) AND
WASHER (H)
SPRING
ADJUST
TO FIT
FIGURE 10
FIGURE 9
5/16" x 2"
CARRIAGE BOLT (B)
5/16" FLAT
WASHER (H)
PLASTIC
KNOB (L)
STEP 9:
(SEE FIGURE 10)
• Assemble the top tubes to the upright tubes using
two 1/4" x 1-1/2" hex bolts (D) (outside) and two 1/4"
nylock nuts (F) (inside).
Do not tighten yet.
• Fit the front U-tube onto the top tubes. Fasten the
tubes together using two 1/4" x 1-1/2" hex bolts
(D) (outside) and two 1/4" nylock nuts (F) (inside).
Tight en all
loose bolts and nuts.
• Fit the three support rods into the holes in the top
tubes, with the rods arching upward.
Do not
over
bend the rods when installing.
1/4" NYLOCK
NUT (F)
U-TUBE
1/4" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT (D)
SUPPORT ROD
1/4" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT (D)
1/4" NYLOCK
NUT (F)
TOP TUBES
STEP 7:
(SEE FIGURE 7 AND 8)
• Raise the tractor seat and remove the springs and
bolts from the rear fender using a 1/2" socket for GT
tractors or a 9/16" socket for LT tractors.
• Place the base tube assembly onto the rear fender.
Align the front or rear slot in the base brackets with
the spring mounting holes. Check for clearance with
the seat lowered and the rear bagger (optional)
attached. If needed, reposition the base brackets to a
different set of holes in the base tubes.
• If the base leg tubes rub against the fender, attach the
adhesive pads (K) to the bottom of the base leg tubes.
• Attach the seat springs and the base brackets to the
rea
r fender using the spring bolts that you removed.
On GT tractors, if the spring bolts were less than 1"
long, use the 5/16" x 1" bolts (E) and 5/16" washers
(H) supplied with the Snow Cab. Align the base leg
tubes on the rear fender. Use a 1/2" socket (GT) or
a 9/16" socket (LT) to tighten the seat spring bolts
using
moderate force
.
Do not ov
ertighten. Next,
tighten the bolts fastening the base leg tubes to the
base brackets.
COMPLETING ASSEMBLY - ALL TRACTORS
STEP 8:
(SEE FIGURE 9)
• Assemble the upright tubes to the base assembly
using a 5/16-18 x 2" carriage bolt (B), 5/16" fl at
washer (H) and plastic knob (L) for each tube.
NOTE:
If holes are diffi cult to align, loosen bolts attaching
base tubes to mounting bracket. If hole alignment is still
diffi cult, loosen bolts attaching mounting bracket to rear
fender. Retighten all bolts when fi nished.
FIGURE 8
5/16" X 2"
CARRIAGE BOLT (B)
5/16" NYLOCK NUT (G)
REAR SUPPORT BRACKET
ADHESIVE PAD (K)
If the base tubes do not rest down against the fender:
• Attach an adhesive pad (K) to bottom of each rear
support bracket. Attach the brackets to appropriate
holes in base support tubes using two 5/16" x 2"
carriage bolts (B) and 5/16" nylock nuts (G). Adjust
brackets to support the base tubes, then
tighten
.

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FIGURE 12
ELASTIC HOOK
FRONT FLAP
TIE STRAPSTIE STRAPS
LOWER
HOOD
STEP 11:
(SEE FIGURE 12)
• With the tractor's hood still raised, place the snow cab
canopy onto the tubing frame and drape the front fl ap
down in front of the tractor's dash panel. Lower the
hood, trapping the front fl ap under the hood. Secure
the sides of the canopy by fastening the elastic hooks
to the bottom edge of the footrest and fender. Tie the
straps at back of canopy to the upright tubes. Any
levers or handles on snow throwers or snow blades
should be located outside of the cab.
FIGURE 11
FRONT BRACE ROD
RAISE HOOD
STEP 10:
(SEE FIGURE 11)
• Raise the tractor's hood.
• Insert the ends of the front brace rod into a set of
holes in the U-tube and then swing the rod down to
rest the bottom of the brace rod on top of the dash
panel. To increase the effective support length of the
rod, move the ends of the rod to the inner set of holes
in the U-tube.

9
Service Dates
Check for loose fasteners X
Check for loose fasteners X
Cleaning X X
Cleaning X X
Cleaning X X
Cleaning X X
Cleaning X X
Cleaning X X
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Fill in dates as you
complete regular service.
complete regular service.
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every season
Before storage
Before storage
MAINTENANCE/STORAGE
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
•
Before each use make a thorough visual check of
the snow cab for any bolts and nuts which may have
loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
CLEANING
•
Wipe loose dirt and debris from the vinyl canopy after
each use. The vinyl canopy can be washed using mild
liquid soap and water.
OPERATION
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your tractor with the snow cab.
• Check the area of operation thoroughly before using
the tractor with the snow cab. The added height of the
snow cab and a reduced fi eld of vision require extra
caution during operation.
• Remove the upper snow cab frame and canopy before
you transport the tractor in an open truck or open
trailer.
CAUTION:
Watch out
for low tree limbs
and other overhead objects which may
interfere with the snow cab.
CAUTION:
Never
transport the tractor in
an open truck or open trailer while the snow
cab is attached.
STORAGE
•
Clean the vinyl canopy thoroughly with mild liquid
soap and water. Allow to dry before storing.
•
Store the snow cab in a clean, dry area away from
direct sun light.
CAUTION:
This snow cab does not
provide protection against exhaust fumes,
collision, rollover or other accidents.

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PARTS
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.24276 SNOW CAB
1
2
2
4
3
35
9
10
9
11
12
9
8
22
23
16
18
19
16
7
15
13
6
14
10
26
26
26
21
26
27
24
25
20
17
12

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REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
NO. NO.
1 49242 1 Top Base leg tube
1 49242 1 Top Base leg tube
2 25014 2 Upright Tube
2 25014 2 Upright Tube
3 25013 2 Top Tube
3 25013 2 Top Tube
4 25012 1 U-Tube
4 25012 1 U-Tube
5 25015 3 Support Rod
5 25015 3 Support Rod
6 48738 1 Vinyl Canopy
6 48738 1 Vinyl Canopy
7 23658 4 Spacer
7 23658 4 Spacer
8 43720 2 Plastic Knob
8 43720 2 Plastic Knob
9 44977 6 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2"
9 44977 6 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2"
10 43081 4 Flat Washer, 5/16"
10 43081 4 Flat Washer, 5/16"
11 43648 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2"
11 43648 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2"
11 43648 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2"
12 47189 5 Nylock Nut, 1/4-20
12 47189 5 Nylock Nut, 1/4-20
12 47189 5 Nylock Nut, 1/4-20
13 48661 4 Adhesive Pad
13 48661 4 Adhesive Pad
13 48661 4 Adhesive Pad
14 43063 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"
14 43063 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"
14 43063 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
15 25795 1 Front Brace Rod
15 25795 1 Front Brace Rod
16 49325 2 Base Leg Tube
16 49325 2 Base Leg Tube
17 40003 1 Base Leg Tube, Flattened
17 40003 1 Base Leg Tube, Flattened
17 40003 1 Base Leg Tube, Flattened
18 25302 1 Right Base Bracket
18 25302 1 Right Base Bracket
18 25302 1 Right Base Bracket
19 25303 1 Left Base Bracket
19 25303 1 Left Base Bracket
19 25303 1 Left Base Bracket
20 25835 1 Right Support Bracket
20 25835 1 Right Support Bracket
20 25835 1 Right Support Bracket
21 25794 1 Left Support Bracket
21 25794 1 Left Support Bracket
21 25794 1 Left Support Bracket
22 25793 1 Base Bracket
22 25793 1 Base Bracket
22 25793 1 Base Bracket
23 46594 4 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2-3/4"
23 46594 4 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2-3/4"
23 46594 4 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2-3/4"
24 44180 1 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2"
24 44180 1 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2"
24 44180 1 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2"
25 43176 1 Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1"
25 43176 1 Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1"
25 43176 1 Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1"
26 47810 5 Nylock Nut, 5/16-18
26 47810 5 Nylock Nut, 5/16-18
26 47810 5 Nylock Nut, 5/16-18
27 25304 2 Rear Support Bracket
27 25304 2 Rear Support Bracket
27 25304 2 Rear Support Bracket
49952 1 Owner's Manual
49952 1 Owner's Manual
49952 1 Owner's Manual
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
15 25795 1 Front Brace Rod
16 49325 2 Base Leg Tube
17 40003 1 Base Leg Tube, Flattened
18 25302 1 Right Base Bracket
19 25303 1 Left Base Bracket
20 25835 1 Right Support Bracket
21 25794 1 Left Support Bracket
22 25793 1 Base Bracket
23 46594 4 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2-3/4"
24 44180 1 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2"
25 43176 1 Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1"
26 47810 5 Nylock Nut, 5/16-18
27 25304 2 Rear Support Bracket
49952 1 Owner's Manual
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
1 49242 1 Top Base leg tube
2 25014 2 Upright Tube
3 25013 2 Top Tube
4 25012 1 U-Tube
5 25015 3 Support Rod
6 48738 1 Vinyl Canopy
7 23658 4 Spacer
8 43720 2 Plastic Knob
9 44977 6 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2"
10 43081 4 Flat Washer, 5/16"
11 43648 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2"
12 47189 5 Nylock Nut, 1/4-20
13 48661 4 Adhesive Pad
14 43063 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.24276 SNOW CAB

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