Craftsman 486.24847 User manual

Owner's Manual
I:RI:IFT. MRN®
Model No. 486.24847
FRONT SCOOP TRACTOR ATTACHMENT
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read this
manual and follow all Safety Rules
and Operating Instructions.
IMPORTANT - READ THIS FIRST???
For Missing Parts or Assembly Questions
Please Call 866-576-8388
Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. CST.
FAX [phone] or e-mail [email protected]
Missing parts will be sent UPS in 24 hours directly to your home.
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsma n
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 49326 (1/05)

WARRANTY .............................................................. 2
SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 3
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ............................. 4
CARTON CONTENTS .............................................. 6
ASSEMBLY ............................................................... 7
OPERATION ............................................................ 14
MAINTENANCE ...................................................... 15
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 15
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION .......................... 16
REPAIR PARTS LIST ............................................. 17
SLOPE GUIDE ........................................................ 19
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................. Back Page
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN FRONT SCOOP TRACTOR ATTACHMENT
For one year from the date of purchase, when this scoop is maintained and lubricated according to the operating and
maintenance instructions in this owner's manual, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship free of
charge. If this scoop 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 this owner's manual.
WARRANTY SERVtCE 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
The model number and serial number will be found on a
decal attached to the bucket.
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:
486.24847

Anypowerequipmentcancauseinjuryifoperatedimproperlyoriftheuserdoesnotunderstandhowtooperatetheequipment.
Exercisecautionatalltimes,whenusingpowerequipment.
• Readthis owner'smanualbeforeattemptingto
assembleoroperatethescoopattachment.
• Readthevehicleowner'smanualandknowhowto
operate your vehicle before using the scoop
attachment.
• Nevercarrypassengersinthescoopbucket.Ithas
notbeendesignedtocarrypassengers.
• Neverallowchildrento operatethevehicleor the
scoopattachment.
• Donotallowadultstooperatethevehicleorscoop
attachmentwithoutproperinstructions.
• Alwaysbeginwiththetransmissioninfirst(low)and
graduallyincreasespeedasconditionspermit.
• Drivethetractoratreducedspeedoverroughterrain
andhillsidesornearcreeksandditchesto prevent
tippingoverandlossofcontrol.Donotdrivetooclose
toacreekorditch.
• Neverramthescoopintomaterialathighspeed.
• Vehiclebrakingandstabilitymaybeaffectedwiththe
attachmentof thisscoop.Donotfill thescoopto
maximumweightcapacitywithout checkingthe
capabilityofthevehicletosafelydriveandstopwith
thescoopattached.
• Beforeoperatingvehicleonanygrade(hill)referto
the safety rules in the vehicle owner'smanual
concerningsafeoperationon slopes.Referalsoto
theslopeguideonpage19ofthismanual.Stayoff
steep slopes!
• Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means--Attention!!
Become alert!! Your safety is involved.
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
scoop.
WHEEL WEIGHT

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PARTS BAG CONTENTS
Not all parts will be needed for fit-up to any one tractor.
Discard uneeded parts after assembly is finished.
REF. QTY.
A 2
B 2
C 3
D 2
E 4
F 5
G 5
H 3
t 2
J 2
K 1
L 2
M 2
N 3
O 2
P 2
Q 12
R 5
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DESCRIPTION REF.
Hex Bolt, 5/8" x 1-1/2" U
Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1-1/2" V
Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1" W
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1-1/4" X
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" Y
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1" Z
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4" AA
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1-3/4" BB
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1" CC
Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4" DD
Slotted Truss Head Bolt, 10-32 x 5/8" EE
QTY. DESCRIPTION
6Lock Washer, 3/8"
3 Washer, 1/4"
8 Washer, 5/16"
3 Washer, 1/2" Small
6 Washer, 5/8"
2 Washer, 1/2" Large
2 Washer, 3/4"
2 Washer, 1"
3 Hairpin Cotter, Long
4 Hairpin Cotter, Short
6 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/4"
Nylock Nut, 5/8" FFF
Nylock Nut, 1/2" GG
Nylock Jam Nut, 1/2" HH
Hex Nut, 3/8" tt
Nylock Nut, 3/8" JJ
Nylock Nut, 5/16" KK
Nylock Nut, 1/4" LL
Hex Nut, 1/4" MM
Nylock Nut, #10-32
2 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"
4 Spacer, 1/2"
1 Spacer, 3/8" Small
2 Clevis Pin
1 Compression Spring
6 Cable Tie
2 Tilt Stop Bracket
1 Hose Clip

CARTON CONTENTS
1. Bucket Assembly
2. Pin Stop Bracket
3. Lift Frame Assembly
4. Lift Bracket Assembly
5. Tilt Anchor Assembly
6. Right (LT) Side Plate
7. Left (LT) Side Plate
8. Right (GT) Side Plate
9. Left (GT) Side Plate
10. Dump Control Rod
11. Lift Strap Assembly (2)
12. Tilt Bracket Assembly
13. Attachment Rod
14. Dump Handle Tube
15. Lift Handle Tube
16. Dump Handle Tube Extension
17. Dump Pivot Bracket
18. Lift Handle Tube Extension
19. Dump Control Pin
20. Lift Cable (Short)
21. Lift Cable (Long)
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1)
(1)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(1)
#2 Phillips Screwdriver
Standard Screwdriver
15/16" Wrenches (one should be box-end)
3/4" Wrenches
9/16" Wrenches
7/16" Wrenches
1/2" Wrenches
3/8" Wrench
ADDITIONAL ITEMS NEEDED
Ruler or Tape Measure
Grease
STEP 1 - REMOVE PARTS FROM CARTON
• Remove the hardware pack and all loose parts from
the carton.
• Lay cardboard on floor to help prevent scratching of
painted parts.
• Lay out and identify all the parts and hardware as
shown on pages 4 through 6.
5/16" WASHERS
______------5/16" x 1"
HEX BOLT
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ASSEMBLY
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5/16"
NYLOCK NUT
3/8" NYLOCK NUT
FIGURE 1
3/8" x 1o1/4"
HEX BOLT
3/8" HEX NUT
STEP 2 - INSTALL TWO BOLTS
• Assemble two 3/8" x 1-1/4" hex bolts and 3/8" hex
nuts, threading the nut all the way onto the bolt until it
is tight against the head of the bolt. See figure 1.
• Install a nut/bolt assembly into the bucket assembly
and fasten using a 3/8" nylock nut. Tighten. Repeat
for the other side. See figure 1.
STEP 3 - INSTALL PIN STOP BRACKET
Install the pin stop bracket to the top of the bucket
assembly using four 5/16" x 1" hex bolts, eight 5/16"
washers and four 5/16" nylock nuts. Center the bolts
in the slots of the pin stop bracket and the slots of the
bucket. Tighten the bracket so that it is square with
the bucket. See figure 1.
STEP 4 - INSTALL LIFT FRAME ASSEMBLY
• Apply grease to the mounting surface of the bucket
assembly and the inside of the lift frame arms.
See figure 2.
Assemble the lift frame assembly to the bucket
assembly using two 5/8 x 1-1/2" hex bolts and 5/8"
nylock nuts. Tighten, then loosen the nuts 1/4 turn,
or until the lift frame pivots freely. See figure 2.
5/8" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT
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APPLY
GREASE j _-
APPLY LIFT FRAME
GREASE ASSEMBLY
5/8" NYLOCK NUTS
FIGURE 2
APPLY GREASE

STEP 5-INSTALL LIFT BRACKET ASSEMBLY
• Assemble the lift bracket assembly to the lift frame
assembly using two 5/8" washers and 1/8" x 1-1/4"
cotter pins. See figure 3.
LIFT FRAME
ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 3
STEP 6 - INSTALL TILT ANCHOR ASSEMBLY
• Assemble the tilt anchor assembly to the lift bracket
assembly using two 1/2" x 1" hex bolts and nylock
jam nuts. Tighten. See figure 4.
1/2" NYLOCK
JAM NUTS
TILT ANCHOR
ASSEMBLY
1/2" x 1"
HEX BOLT
LIFT
BRACKET
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1/2" x 1"
HEX BOLT
STEP 7 - INSTALL LIFT STRAP ASSEMBLIES
• Loosen the bolts and nuts on the lift strap
assemblies 1/4 turn or until the straps will slide back
and forth. You will retighten them later in step 24.
Turn the lift strap assemblies as shown. Install each
lift strap assembly to an arm of the lift bracket
assembly and then secure with a small 1/2" washer
and a short hairpin cotter. See figure 5.
Position the lower end of each lift strap assembly to
the outside of the lift frame. Fasten to the upper front
holes in the lift frame using a 1/2" x 1" clevis pin, 1/2"
spacer and short hairpin cotter for each assembly.
See figure 5.
NOTE: The lift strap assemblies may be installed in the
rear mounting holes of the lift frame to increase
the lift height, but this will also increase the lifting
effort. The front holes give a lift height of about 6-
1/2" and require 28 Ibs. of force to lift a 150 Ib
load. The rear holes will give a lift height of about
8-1/2" and require 35 Ibs. of force.
SHORT HAIRPIN
COTTER
/1/2" WASHER
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LIFT STRAP
SHORT ASSEMBLY
HAIRPIN /_\%
COTTER
1/2"SPACER
UPPER FRONT 1/2"x 1"
MOUNTING HOLE CLEVIS PIN
FIGURE 5Bucket removed for clarity.
FIGURE 4

STEP 8 - INSTALL TILT BRACKET ASSEMBLY
NOTE: If you mounted the lift strap assemblies in Step 7
to the rear holes in the lift frame for increased
lifting height, you need to replace the 3/8" spacer
on the tilt bracket assembly with the smaller 3/8"
spacer from the parts bag at this time.
Loosen the bolts and nuts on the tilt bracket
assembly 1/4 turn or until the two plates will slide
back and forth. You will retighten them later in step
23. See figure 6.
Lightly apply grease to the end of the arm on the tilt
anchor assembly and install the tilt bracket assembly
to the arm using a 1/2" x 1" hex bolt and 1/2" nylock
jam nut. Tighten. Loosen the nut 1/4 turn, or until the
tilt bracket assembly pivots freely. See figure 6.
Install a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt through a 1/4" washer
and then through the end of the extension spring on
the tilt bracket assembly. Next, install a 1/4" hex nut
all the way onto the threads of the bolt. Finally install
the end of the bolt into the hole in the arm of the tilt
anchor assembly and secure using a 1/4" nylock nut.
Tighten. See figure 6.
STEP 9 - INSTALL DUMP PIVOT BRACKET
Install a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin to the inside hole in
the shaft shown in figure 9, and then install a 1"
washer onto the shaft. Apply grease to the end of the
shaft and install the dump pivot bracket assembly
onto the shaft. Install a 1" washer onto the shaft and
secure it using a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin. See figure 7.
1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PIN
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APPLY
GREASE
1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PIN
DUMP PIVOT
BRACKET
FIGURE 7
1/4" NYLOCK NUT
TILT ANCHOR
ASSEMBLY_
1/4" HEX NUT
1/2" x 1"
HEX BOLT
1/4" WASHER
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1/4"x 1-3/4" GREASE
HEX BOLT 1/2" NYLOCK
JAM NUT TILT BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 6
STEP 10 - INSTALL DUMP CONTROL ROD
Install a 1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pin into the inside hole in
each end of the dump control rod. Spread the ends of
the cotter pins and wrap around the rod. Install a 5/8"
washer onto each end of the control rod. See figure 8.
Install the dump control rod to the dump pivot bracket
and bucket. Fasten using two 5/8" washers and 1/8" x
1-1/4" cotter pins. Spread the ends of the cotter pins
and wrap around the rod. See figure 8.
1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER PIN
5/8" WASHERS
1-1/4"
COTTER
PINS
1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER PIN 5/8" WASHERS
DUMP
CONTROL
ROD
FIGURE 8

STEP 11 - INSTALL TILT STOP BRACKETS
Install a tilt stop bracket to each side of the bucket
using a 1/4" x 3/4" carriage bolt, 1/4" washer and 1/4"
nylock nut. Do not tighten the nuts until step 25. See
figure 9.
STEP 13 - INSTALL LIFT HANDLE TUBE
EXTENSION
• Install the lift handle tube extension on the lift handle
tube using a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt and 1/4" nylock
nut. See figure 11.
TmLT STOP
8RACKET
1/4" NYLOCK _.
NUT 1/4" x 3/4"J
1/4" WASHER CARRIAGE BOLT
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 11
LIFT HANDLE
TUBE EXTENSION
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1/4" NYLOCK NUT
LIFT HANDLE
TUBE
STEP 12 - INSTALL LIFT HANDLE TUBE
• Install the lift handle tube on the index bracket using
two 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolts and 5/16" nylock nuts.
See figure 10.
LIFT HANDLE
TUBE
5/16"
NYLOCK 5/16" x 1-3/4"
-_®_ HEX BOLT
INDEX
FIGURE 10
STEP 14 -INSTALL LIFT CABLE
Squeeze the lift trigger and slide the anchor end of the
lift (short) cable into the hole in the trigger. Release
the trigger and guide the cable through the slot in the
bottom of the trigger and trigger housing. Insert the
end of the plastic cable covering into the trigger
housing. See figure 12.
Connect the hooked end of the lift cable into the index
rod, and install the threaded cable adjuster into the
notch in the top of the index bracket, placing a nut on
each side of the notch. See figure 12.
Adjust the cable adjuster nuts so that when the trigger
is squeezed, the bottom of the index rod raises
enough to release from the latched position. The index
rod should also lower far enough to lock in the latched
position when the trigger is released. See figure 12.
• Attach the lift cable to the lift handle using three cable
ties.
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