Craftsman 486.24537 User manual

Owner's Manual
Model No. 486.24537
48" SLEEVE HITCH ROCK RAKE
®
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. 49526 (2/05)
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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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.
• Read this owners manual and your vehicle and sleeve
hitch owners manuals before using this rake.
• Do not allow children to operate the vehicle or rake.
•
Do not allow adults to operate the vehicle or rake
without proper instructions.
•
Do not allow anyone to ride on the rake.
• Before lowering and operating the rake, be sure no
one is near the area of operation.
• Lower the rake when leaving the vehicle unattended.
• Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the
attachment of this rake. Drive slowly with the rake in
transport position.
Stay off of steep slopes.
•
Stop and inspect for damage after striking an object.
Repair any damage before continuing operation.
• Keep all nuts and bolts tight and be sure the
equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Always place the sleeve hitch in the lowered position
when installing or removing the rake.
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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FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART
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3
CARTON CONTENTS
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3
ASSEMBLY
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4
OPERATION
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5
MAINTENANCE/STORAGE
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6
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION
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REPAIR PARTS LIST
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PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE
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MODEL NUMBER: 486.24537
SERIAL NUMBER: __________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: __________________
The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
decal attached to the hitch assembly.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
WARRANTY
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this product 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 product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of
purchase.
This warranty does not cover 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 specifi c 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

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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
A 24 Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
A 24 Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
B 24 Nylock Hex Nut, 3/8"
B 24 Nylock Hex Nut, 3/8"
B 24 Nylock Hex Nut, 3/8"
C 1 Slotted Hex Nut, 1"
C 1 Slotted Hex Nut, 1"
C 1 Slotted Hex Nut, 1"
D 1 Haircotter Pin
D 1 Haircotter Pin
D 1 Haircotter Pin
E 1 Pivot Pin
E 1 Pivot Pin
E 1 Pivot Pin
F 1 Cotter Pin
F 1 Cotter Pin
F 1 Cotter Pin
CARTON CONTENTS
1. Hitch Assembly
2. Rake Pivot Assembly
3. Rake Tines (24)
A C
B D E F
SHOWN FULL SIZE
1
2
3

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ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(2) 9/16" Wrenches
(2) 1-1/2" Wrenches or 14" Adjustable Wrenches
REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON
•
Remove all parts and hardware packages from the
carton. Lay out all parts and hardware and identify.
ASSEMBLING THE RAKE
• Attach the 24 rake tines to the rake pivot assembly
using a 3/8" x 1" hex bolt and 3/8" nylock hex nut for
each tine. Insert the ends of the tines through the
slots in the rear of the rake pivot assembly. Make sure
all nuts and bolts are securely tightened. See fi gure 1.
• Align the hitch assembly (pointing in direction shown)
and the rake assembly. Place the hitch assembly
down onto the threaded stud on the rake assembly
and install the 1" slotted hex nut onto the threaded
stud. Tighten the nut until it is just snug. See fi gure 2.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
• Back the slotted nut off until the fi rst slot in the nut
lines up with the hole in the threaded stud. If the hitch
assembly will not pivot on the threaded stud, back the
nut off to the next slot. Install the cotter pin through
the stud and spread the ends of the pin. See fi gure 3.
FIGURE 3
3/8” x 1” HEX BOLT
3/8” NYLOCK NUT
RAKE TINE
RAKE PIVOT ASSEMBLY
1" SLOTTED HEX NUT
COTTER PIN
STUD
HOLE
1" SLOTTED HEX NUT
HITCH ASSEMBLY
RAKE ASSEMBLY

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• Lock the rake assembly in the straight ahead position
by installing the pivot pin through the hole in the rear
of the hitch assembly. Secure the pivot pin using the
hair cotter pin. See fi gure 4.
FIGURE 4
PIVOT PIN
HAIR COTTER PIN
OPERATION
CAUTION:
Use care when working around
a raised rake. Keep hands and feet out from
under the rake at all times. Serious injury can
result should the rake drop unexpectedly.
Refer to your sleeve hitch manual and to fi gure 5.
• Attach the rake to the sleeve hitch on your tractor
using the sleeve hitch pin.
•
Screw the two sleeve hitch stabilizer bolts against the
rake hitch and then tighten the jam nuts to eliminate
looseness in the hookup.
• Adjust the sleeve hitch so that the rake is free to go
below ground level but can still be raised a minimum
of 5" above ground for transport.
• Stabilizer bolts and jam nuts should be loosened
before removing the rake from the sleeve hitch.
CAUTION:
Always place the sleeve hitch
in the lowered position when installing or
removing the rake.
ATTACHING AND REMOVING RAKE
STABILIZER BOLTS
TRACTOR SLEEVE HITCH
FIGURE 5

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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
rake for any bolts and nuts which may have loosened.
Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
CLEANING
•
Wipe off or wash off loose dirt from the rake after
each use to help prevent rust.
STORAGE
•
Remove all dirt and rust and touch up with paint to
help prevent rust.
•
Store inside in a clean, dry area.
Use this rake for scraping and leveling of loose or lightly
compacted dirt and gravel, and for back fi lling. For
improved traction, use wheel weights and/or tire chains.
• Before starting, make sure the material to be graded,
such as dirt, is dry enough. Squeeze some in your
hand and if it forms a ball that does not crumble, the
material may be too wet for raking.
• Drive the tractor at a speed which fi ts conditions and
the type of work being performed. When leveling with
the rake, a slower speed will allow loose material to
be more evenly deposited in low spots.
• For light back fi lling work, the rake assembly can be
reversed by rotating it 180 degrees. This allows you
to back up with your tractor and push dirt to fi ll larger
holes.
•
Do not back the rake into piles of dirt or gravel at high
speed.
HOW TO USE YOUR RAKE
ADJUSTING ANGLE OF RAKE
•
The rake can be angled 24 degrees in either direction
as shown in fi gure 6. To change the angle:
a. Raise the rake so that the tines of the rake are
off the ground.
b. Remove the pivot pin from the hitch assembly.
c. Pivot the rake assembly to the right or the left.
d. Align the hole in the pivot plate with the hole in
the hitch assembly. Install the pivot pin through the
aligned holes and secure with the haircotter pin.
• To reverse the rake, remove the cotter pin and slotted
nut from the threaded stud on the rake assembly.
Remove the rake pivot assembly from the hitch
assembly, rotate it 180 degrees and then reattach it to
the hitch assembly.
PIVOT PLATE
RAKE CAN BE
ROTATED 24
DEGREES IN
EITHER DIRECTION
24º 24º
FIGURE 6

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REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
1 65063 1 Hitch Assembly
1 65063 1 Hitch Assembly
2 64780 1 Rake Pivot Assembly
2 64780 1 Rake Pivot Assembly
2 64780 1 Rake Pivot Assembly
3 25165 24 Rake Tine
3 25165 24 Rake Tine
3 25165 24 Rake Tine
4 48978 1 Pivot Pin
4 48978 1 Pivot Pin
4 48978 1 Pivot Pin
5 HA21362 24 Hex Nut, 3/8-16 (Nylock)
5 HA21362 24 Hex Nut, 3/8-16 (Nylock)
5 HA21362 24 Hex Nut, 3/8-16 (Nylock)
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
1 65063 1 Hitch Assembly
2 64780 1 Rake Pivot Assembly
3 25165 24 Rake Tine
4 48978 1 Pivot Pin
5 HA21362 24 Hex Nut, 3/8-16 (Nylock)
PARTS
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.24537 SLEEVE HITCH ROCK RAKE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
NO. NO.
6 43001 24 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"
6 43001 24 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"
6 43001 24 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"
7 43343 1 Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"
7 43343 1 Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"
7 43343 1 Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"
8 48968 1 Slotted Hex Nut, 1"-8
8 48968 1 Slotted Hex Nut, 1"-8
8 48968 1 Slotted Hex Nut, 1"-8
9 46855 1 Cotter Pin, 3/16" x 2"
9 46855 1 Cotter Pin, 3/16" x 2"
9 46855 1 Cotter Pin, 3/16" x 2"
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