Craftsman 486.248473 User manual

Operator's Manual
CRAFTSHAN+
Model No. 486.248473
FRONT SCOOP TRACTOR ATTACHMENT DO NOT RETURN TO STORE
For Missing Parts or Assembly
Questions Call 1-866-576-8388
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read
this manual and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 40967 (02/22/08)

WARRANTY .................................................................... 2
SAFETY RULES .............................................................. 3
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART .................................... 4
CARTON CONTENTS ..................................................... 6
ASSEMBLY ...................................................................... 7
OPERATION .................................................................. 17
MAINTENANCE ............................................................ 18
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................... 19
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION .................................. 20
REPAIR PARTS LIST ..................................................... 21
SLOPE GUIDE .............................................................. 23
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ......................... Back Page
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Front Scoop Tractor Attachment 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 specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, 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:
486.248473

Anypowerequipmentcancauseinjuryifoperatedimproperlyoriftheuserdoesnotunderstandhowtooperatetheequipment.
Exercisecautionatalltimeswhenusingpowerequipment.
• Readthisoperator'smanualbeforeattemptingto
assembleoroperatethescoopattachment.
• Readthevehicleowner'smanualandknowhow
tooperateyourvehiclebeforeusingthescoop
attachment.
• Nevercarrypassengersinthescoopbucket.Ithas
notbeendesignedtocarrypassengers.
• Neverallowchildrentooperatethevehicleorthe
scoopattachment.
• Donotallowadultstooperatethevehicleorscoop
attachmentwithoutproperinstructions.
• Alwaysbeginwiththetransmissioninfirst(low)and
graduallyincreasespeedasconditionspermit.
• Drivethetractoratreducedspeedoverroughterrain
andhillsidesornearcreeksandditchestoprevent
tippingoverandlossofcontrol.Donotdrivetooclose
toacreekorditch.
• Neverramthescoopintomaterialathighspeed.
•Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with
the attachment of this scoop. Do not fill the scoop
to maximum weight capacity without checking the
capability of the vehicle to safely drive and stop with
the scoop attached.
• Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer
to the safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual
concerning safe operation on slopes. Refer also to the
slope guide on page 23 of this manual. Stay off steep
slopes!
• Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.
,_ Look forthis symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means-- Attention!! Become
alert!! Your safety is involved.
These and other accessories are recommended for use with your unit. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to find out ifthey are available.
If available, they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
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PARTS BAG CONTENTS
Not all parts will be needed for fit-up to any one tractor.
Discard unneeded parts after assembly is finished.
REF QTY
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B 2
C 3
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DESCRIPTION
Hex Bolt, 5/8" x 1-1/2"
Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1-3/4"
Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1"
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1-1/4"
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1"
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4"
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1-3/4"
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 2"
Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1"
REF QTY DESCRIPTION
W 4 Spacer, 1/2" Long
X 3 Hairpin Cotter, Long
Y 4 Hairpin Cotter, Short
Z 6 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/4"
AA 2 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"
BB 6 Lock Washer, 3/8"
CC 2 Washer, 1/4"
DD 8 Washer, 5/16"
EE 8 Washer, 3/8" (Small)
FF 4 Washer, 1/2" (Small)
GG 2 Washer, 3/8" (Large)
Slotted Truss Head Bolt, 10-32 x 5/8"
Nylock Nut, 5/8"
Hex Lock Nut, 1/2"
Nylock Nut, 1/2"
Nylock Jam Nut, 1/2"
Hex Nut, 3/8"
Nylock Nut, 3/8"
Nylock Nut, 5/16"
Nylock Nut 1/4"
Nylock Nut, #10-32
Spacer, 1" Long
HH 6 Washer, 5/8"
II 8 Washer, 1/2" (Large)
JJ 2 Washer, 3/4"
KK 2 Washer, 1"
LL 2 Clevis Pin
MM 1 Compression Spring
NN 1 Slotted Stop Bracket
OO 6 Cable Tie
PP 2 Tilt Stop Bracket
QQ 1 Hose Clip

1. BucketAssembly
2. PinStopBracket
3. LiftFrameAssembly
4. LiftBracketAssembly
5. TiltAnchorAssembly
6. Right(Long)SidePlate
7. Left(Long)SidePlate
8. Right(Short)SidePlate
9. Left(Short)SidePlate
10.DumpControlRod
11.LiftStrapAssembly(2)
12.TiltBracketAssembly
13.AttachmentRod
14.DumpHandleTube
15.LiftHandleTube
16.DumpControlPin
17.DumpPivotBracket
18.DumpHandleTubeExtension
19.LiftHandleTubeExtension
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(1)
Standard Screwdriver
15/16" Wrenches (one should be box-end)
3/4" Wrenches
9/16" Wrenches
1/2" Wrenches
7/16" Wrenches
3/8" Wrench
ADDITIONAL iTEMS NEEDED
Ruler or Tape Measure
Grease
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 (DD)
5/16"
NYLOCK NUT _/8"x1-1/4"
j HEX BOLT (D)
/'-v /./
3/8" NYLOOK NUT (R) 318"HEX NUT(Q)
FIGURE 1
ASSEMBLE SCOOP
STEP 1: iNSTALL TWO BOLTS
(SEE FIGURE 1)
Assemble two 3/8" x 1-1/4" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" hex
nuts (Q), threading the nut all the way onto the bolt
until it is tight against the head of the bolt.
Install a nut/bolt assembly into the bucket assembly
and fasten using a 3/8" nylock nut (R). Tighten.
Repeat for the other side.
STEP 2: iNSTALL PiN STOP BRACKET
(SEE FIGURE 1)
Install the pin stop bracket to the top of the bucket
assembly using four 5/16" x 1" hex bolts (F), eight
5/16" washers (DD) and four 5/16" nylock nuts (S).
Leave the bolts loose enough that the position of the
pin stop bracket can be adjusted later.
STEP 3: iNSTALL LiFT FRAME ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 2)
Apply grease to the mounting surface of the bucket
assembly and the inside of the lift frame arms.
Assemble the lift frame assembly to the bucket
assembly using two 5/8" x 1-1/2" hex bolts (A) and
5/8" nylock nuts (M). Tighten, then loosen the nuts
1/4 turn, or until the lift frame pivots freely.
5/8" x1-1/2"
HEX BOLT (A)
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APPLY
GREASE /
APPLY LiFT FRAME
GREASE ASSEMBLY
J
5/8" NYLOCK
NUTS(M)
J
J
APPLY GREASE
5/8" x1-1/2"
HEX BOLT (A)
FIGURE 2

STEP 4: iNSTALL LiFT BRACKET ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 3)
• Assemble the lift bracket assembly to the lift frame
assembly using two 5/8" washers (HH) and 1/8" x
1-1/4" cotter pins (Z).
LiFT FRAME
ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 3
STEP 6: iNSTALL LiFT STRAP ASSEMBLIES
(SEE FIGURE 5)
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 26.
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 (FF) and a
short hairpin cotter (Y).
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 (LL),
1/2" long spacer (W) and short hairpin cotter (Y) for
each assembly.
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.
STEP 5: iNSTALL TiLT ANCHOR ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 4)
• Assemble the tilt anchor assembly to the lift bracket
assembly using two 1/2" x 1" hex bolts (C) and 1/2"
nylock jam nuts (P). Tighten.
ARM SHORT HAIRPIN
COTTER (Y)
1/2" WASHER
,_...&/ (SMALL) (FF)
/
TiLT ANCHOR
ASSEMBLY
1/2" NYLOCK
["- _ JAM NUTS (P)
1/2"×1" _ I
HEX BOLT (C) _ I
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BRACKET I HEX BOLT (C)
ASSEMBLY \
SHORT
HAiRPiN
COTTER (Y)
1/2" SPACER (W)
UPPER FRONT
MOUNTING HOLE
LIFT STRAP
ASSEMBLY
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; CLEVIS PIN (LL)
FIGURE 5 Bucket removed for clarity
FIGURE 4

STEP7: iNSTALL TILT BRACKET ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 6 ON NEXT PAGE)
* Loosen the bolts end nuts on the tilt bracket
assembly 1/4 turn or until the two plates of the
assembly will slide back and forth. You will retighten
them later in step 25.
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 (C) and 1/2" hex
lock nut (N). Tighten then loosen the nut 1/4 turn, or
until the tilt bracket assembly pivots freely.
Install the 1/4" x 2" hex bolt (I) through a 1/4" washer
(CC), the 1" long spacer (V) and then through the end
of the extension spring on the tilt bracket assembly.
Next, insert the end of the bolt into the hole in the arm
of the tilt anchor assembly and install the slotted stop
bracket (NN), a 1/4" washer (CC) and a 1/4" nylock
nut (T) onto the bolt. Tighten.
1/4" NYLOCK NUT (T)
1/4" WASHER
SLOTTED STOP
BRACKET (NN) \
TILT ANCHOR
ASSEMBLY
1/4" WASHER (CC)
1/2" x 1"
HEX BOLT (C)
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1" SPACER (V) /APPLY
1/4" x 2" /GREASE
HEX BOLT (I) 1/2" HEX
LOCK NUT (N) TILT BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
STEP 8: INSTALL DUMP PIVOT BRACKET
(SEE FIGURE 7)
*Install a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin (AA) to the inside hole
in the shaft shown in figure 7, and then install a 1"
washer (KK) 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 (KK) onto the shaft
and secure it using a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin (AA).
1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PiN (AA)
\
/-_'_ 1" WASHERS (KK)
APPLY
GREASE
1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PiN (AA)
DUMP PIVOT
BRACKET
FIGURE 7
STEP 9: iNSTALL DUMP CONTROL ROD
(SEE FIGURE 8)
*Install a 1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pin (Z) 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 (HH) onto each end of the control rod.
Install the dump control rod to the dump pivot bracket
and bucket. Fasten using two 5/8" washers (HH) and
1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pins (Z). Spread the ends of the
cotter pins and wrap around the rod.
FIGURE 6 1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER PiN (Z)
5/8" WASHERS (HH)
x 1-1/4"
COTTER
PiNS (Z)
1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER PiN (Z)
5/8" WASHERS (HH)
DUMP
CONTROL
ROD
FIGURE 8

STEP 10: iNSTALL TiLT STOP BRACKETS
(SEE FIGURE 9)
Install a tilt stop bracket (PP) to each side of the
bucket using a 3/8" x 1" carriage bolt (J), 3/8" washer
(EE) and 3/8" nylock nut (R). Do riot tighter= the nuts
until step 27.
TILT STOP
BRACKET (PP)
318"NYLOCK
NUT (B) 3/8" x 1" J_
318"WASHER (EE) CARRIAGE BOLT(J)
STEP 12: iNSTALL LiFT HANDLE TUBE EXTENSION
(SEE FIGURE 11)
Install the lift handle tube extension on the lift handle
tube using a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt (H) and 1/4" nylock
nut (T).
LIFT HANDLE 1/4" x 1-3/4"
TUBE EXTENSION HEX BOLT (H) LIFT HANDLE
_, TUBE
1/4" NYLOCK NUT (T)
FIGURE 11
FIGURE 9
STEP 11: iNSTALL LiFT HANDLE TUBE
(SEE FIGURE 10)
Install the lift handle tube into the index bracket using
two 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolts (G) and 5/16" nylock nuts
(S).
LIFT HANDLE
TUBE
5/16" NYLOCK 5/16" × 1-3/4"
NUTS(S) _\k HEX BOLT (G)
/INDEX
FIGURE 10
STEP 13: iNSTALL LiFT CABLE
(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.
Adjust the cable adjustment nuts so that when the lift
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.
Attach the lift cable to the lift handle using three cable
ties (OO).
LIFT TRIGGER
LIFT CABLE
CABLE
NUTS
INDEX ROD
FIGURE 12
10

STEP 14: iNSTALL DUMP HANDLETUBE
(SEE FIGURE 13)
• Install the dump handle tube to the dump pivot bracket
assembly using three 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolts (G) and
5/16" nylock nuts (S).
DUMP PIVOT
BRACKET
\5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT (S)
/
5/16" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLTS (G)
FIGURE 13
STEP 15: INSTALL DUMP HANDLE TUBE EXTENSION
(SEE FIGURE 14)
Install the dump handle tube extension on the dump
handle tube using a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt (H) and 1/4"
nylock nut (T).
Attach the dump cable to the dump handle tube using
three cable ties (OO).
DUMP HANDLE
TUBE EXTENSION
1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (H)
\
\
USETHiS HOLE
\
\
CABLE
I/4"NYLOCK
NUT (T)
FIGURE 14
DUMP HANDLETUBE
STEP 16: iNSTALL DUMP CONTROL PiN
(SEE FIGURE 15)
Install a small 1/2" washer (FF) and then the
compression spring (MM) onto the dump control pin.
Install the dump control pin into the pin stop bracket.
Make sure the flat side of the pin faces to the front
when finished.
Connect the hooked end of the dump cable into the
hole in the dump control pin. Install the threaded cable
adjuster down into the notch in the pin stop bracket,
placing a nut on each side of the notch. Adjust and
tighten the adjuster nuts so that the tapered end of
the dump control pin extends 3/4" through the side of
the pin stop bracket.
DUMP CONTROL PIN
3/4"_-,,-- /
/
PiN STOP
BRACKET
DUMP CONTROL PiN
I
SMALL 1/2" WASHER (FF)
./SPRING (MM)
@%_/ HOOK
/
{/CABLE
/ADJUSTER
PiN STOP
BRACKET
FIGURE 15
11

STEP 17: iNSTALL HOSE CLiP AND SPACER
(SEE FIGURE 16)
Secure the dump cable to the back of the bucket
using a hose clip (QQ), a #10 x 5/8" truss-head bolt
(L) and a #10-32 nylock nut (U).
#10-32 NYLOCK
NUT (U)
/
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#10 x 5/8"
'_....,
HOSE TRUSS
CLiP (QQ) HEAD BOLT (L)
LAWN TRACTORS AND GARDEN TRACTORS
WiTH SINGLE SUSPENSION BRACKETS
STEP 19: iNSTALL SiDE PLATES
(SEE FIGURE 18)
Remove any bolts present in the mounting holes on
the left side of the tractor frame. Do not remove bolts
from right side of frame until left side plate has been
installed.
Install the left (long) side plate on the tractor frame
using three 3/8" x 1" carriage bolts (J), three 3/8"
nylock nuts (R), one 5/16" x 1" carriage bolt (K), one
5/16" nylock nut (S) and three large 1/2" washers (11)if
needed (see note). Do not tighten yet. Repeat for the
right side plate.
NOTE: If an engine mounting plate is present (shown with
dotted lines) that prevents the side plate from resting flat
against the tractor frame, place 1/2" washers (ll) on the
front two 3/8" bolts and on the rear 5/16" bolt to serve as
shims between the side plate and the frame.
FIGURE 16
INSTALL FRONT SCOOP ON TRACTOR
STEP 18: iDENTiFY YOUR TRACTOR TYPE
(SEE FIGURE 17)
Look underneath the front axle of your tractor. If there
is a single mower deck suspension bracket located
under the middle of the front axle, continue on to
step 19. If your tractor does not have a mower deck
suspension bracket underneath the middle of the
front axle, skip to step 21 on page 13 or step 23 on
page 14 for tractors with dual suspension brackets.
(3) 3/8" x 1"
CARRmAGE BOLTS (J)
(SEE NOTE)
LEFT (LONG)
SiDE PLATE
5/16" × 1"
CARRIAGE BOLT (K)
ENGmNE
MOUNTmNG
PLATE 5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT (S)
(3)3/8" NYLOCK
NUTS(R)
FIGURE 18
MOWER DECK
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
FIGURE 17
12

STEP 20: INSTALL FRAME BRACE
(SEE FIGURE 19)
*Install the frame brace to the inside of the side plates
using two 1/2"x 1-3/4" bolts (B), large 1/2" washers
(11),1/2" spacers (W) and 1/2" nylock nuts (O).
Install the brace in the bottom holes for Garden (GT)
Tractors and the second from bottom holes for Lawn
(LT) Tractors. Do not tighten yet.
*Tighten all nuts on side plates and frame brace.
*Skip to step 24 on page 15.
1/2" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (B)
1/2" LARGE
WASHER (11)
1/2- SPACER (W)
I_"NYLOCK
NUT (O) FRAME BRACE
LT
FIGURE 19
LAWN TRACTORS WiTH DUAL SUSPENSION
BRACKETS
STEP 21: INSTALL SiDE PLATES
(SEE FIGURE 20)
* Remove any bolts present in the mounting holes on
the left side of the tractor frame. Do not remove bolts
from right side of frame until done with left side plate.
Fasten the left (long) side plate to the tractor frame
using three 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (E), 3/8" small washers
(EE), and 3/8" lock washers (BB). If there is a bracket
like the one shown with dotted lines, use a 3/8" large
washer (GG) as a shim on the rear bolt. Do not
tighten yet. Repeat for the right (long) side plate.
3/8" LARGE
WASHER (GG)
(if needed)
LEFT
SIDE PLATE
(3) 3/8" SMALL (3) 3/8" x 1"
WASHERS(EE) HEX BOLTS(E)
(3)3_"LOCK
WASHERS(BB)
FIGURE 20
13

STEP 22: iNSTALL FRAME BRACE
(SEE FIGURE 21)
*Install the frame brace between the side plates using
two 1/2" x 1-3/4" bolts (B), large 1/2" large washers
(11),1/2" spacers (W) and 1/2" nylock nuts (O). Fasten
the brace to the second from bottom holes in the side
plates. Tighten.
*Tighten 3/8" bolts (E) in side plates only until they are
snug and the lock washers are flattened.
*Skip to step 24 on page 15.
1/2" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (B)
112" SPACER (W)
/
112" LARGE
WASHER (ll)
1/2" NYLOCK NUT (O)
FRAME BRACE
FIGURE 21
GARDEN TRACTORS WiTH DUAL
SUSPENSION BRACKETS
STEP 23: iNSTALL SiDE PLATES
(SEE FIGURE 22)
*Remove any bolts present in the mounting holes on
the left side of the tractor frame. Do not remove bolts
from right side of frame until left side plate has been
installed.
Install the left (short) side plate with the pin to the
outside using two 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (E) and 3/8" lock
washers (BB). Tighten only until bolts are snug and
lock washers are flattened. Repeat for the right side
plate.
•Install a 3/4" washer (JJ) and a long hairpin cotter
(X) to the pin in each side plate. Remove them while
mounting the scoop.
LEFT (GT)
SIDE PLATE
_" "" #"_'_ (2) 318"LOCK
._ WASHERS (BB)
(2) 3/8" x 1"
LONG HEX BOLTS (E)
HAiRPiN 3/4" WASHER (JJ)
COTTER (X)
FIGURE 22
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iNSTRUCTiONS FOR ALL TRACTORS
STEP 24: MOUNT SCOOPTOTRACTOR
(SEE FIGURE 23)
Align the scoop with the side plates on the front of the
tractor. Lift the rear of the scoop and slide the notches
in the scoop frame onto the bolts or pins in the tractor
side plates. Stand on the left side of the tractor and
push down on the scoop dump handle until the holes
in the scoop frame and the holes in the side plates are
aligned. Install the attachment rod through the holes
from the left side and secure it with a long hairpin
cotter (X).
LONG
HAIRPIN
COTTER (X)
/
DUMP HANDLE
BO_ OR PiN
•_ATTACHMENT
ROD
SCOOP _%
ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 23
STEP 25: ADJUSTTILT BRACKET AND PIN STOP BRACKET
(SEE FIGURE 24)
Lower the scoop assembly onto a smooth level surface.
For normal use, let the bottom of the bucket rest flat on
the ground. For more aggressive scraping action, place
1/4" shims under the rear of the bucket at each end.
If they are tightened, slightly loosen the two smaller
bolts in the tilt bracket. If they are tightened, slightly
loosen the four bolts in the pin stop bracket.
Swing the tilt bracket forward and position the pin stop
bracket so the end of the dump control pin inserts into
the hole in the tilt bracket.
Adjust the pin stop bracket so that it is square with the
bucket leaving a small gap between the pin stop bracket
and the tilt bracket. The taper on the end of the pin
should now extend all the way through the tilt bracket.
TIGHTEN the bolts and nuts in the pin stop bracket
TIGHTEN the two bolts and nuts in the tilt bracket.
SMALLER BOLTS TILT BRACKET /
PIN STOP BRACKET
FIGURE 24
15

STEP 26: ADJUST LiFT STRAPS
(SEE FIGURE 25)
*Make sure the nuts and bolts in the lift straps are
loose enough to turn by hand. Stand beside the right
side of the scoop and hold the lift handle as far
forward as it will go until you tighten one of the nuts
in the lift straps. Let go of the lift handle and tighten
the other three nuts in the lift straps.
STEP 28: ADJUST SLOTTED STOP BRACKET
(SEE FIGURE 27)
*Keep the scoop locked in the TRANSPORT position.
Push the tilt bracket forward against the dump control
pin and then slide the slotted stop bracket forward
against the tilt bracket. SECURELY TIGHTEN the bolt
and nut that fasten the slotted stop bracket.
SLOTTED STOP
LIFT HANDLE
TIGHTEN
BOLT
FIGURE 27
DUMP CONTROLPIN
TILT BRACKET
TIGHTEN
NUTS LIFT STRAP
ASSEMBLIES
FIGURE 25
STEP 27: ADJUST TiLT STOP BRACKETS
(SEE FIGURE 26)
*Raise the scoop until it locks in the TRANSPORT
position. Push the tilt stop brackets (PP) on each side
of the bucket down against the lift frame arms, and
tighten the nuts.
STEP 29: CHECK DUMPING OPERATION
*With the scoop in the transport position, squeeze the
dump trigger and push down on the dump handle
to dump the bucket. Release the dump trigger and
lift up on the handle to lock the bucket in the upright
position. If the dump control pin does not lock into the
tilt bracket, repeat step 28. If it still does not lock into
the tilt bracket, repeat steps 25, 26, 27 and 28.
TmLTSTOP
BRACKET (PP)
FIGURE 26
LIFT FRAME ARM
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KNOWYOUR FRONT END SCOOP
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before
operating your front end scoop.
Compare the illustration below with your front end scoop
to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their
locations.
Always test to make sure your vehicle has adequate
power and braking capabilities whenever hauling a
substantial amount of weight in your front end scoop.
Use extra caution when operating on slopes.
For best handling and traction, distribute the weight of
the load evenly in the bucket.
LIFT
HANDLE
\/HANDLE
LIFT
TRIGGER
LEVER /
DUMP
TRIGGER
LEVER
DUMPTRIGGER LEVER Press to release the dump pin.
DUMP HANDLE Press down to dump the bucket.
LIFTTRIGGER LEVER Press to release the index pin.
LiFT HANDLE Press down to lift the bucket assembly.
HOW TO USE YOUR SCOOP
DO NOT EXCEED 200 LB, CAPACITY OF BUCKET
One cubic foot of dirt weighs approximately 80 Ibs.
One cubic foot of dry sand or gravel weighs
approximately 100 Ibs.
&CAUTION: VEHICLE BRAKING AND
STABILITY MAY BE AFFECTED WiTH THE
ADDiTiON OF AN ACCESSORY OR AN
ATTACHMENT. BE AWARE OF CHANGING
CONDITIONS ON SLOPES.
-REFER TO THE VEHICLE OWNER'S MANUAL
FOR iNSTRUCTiONS ON SAFE OPERATION ON
SLOPES.
USETHE SLOPE GUIDE PROVIDED ON PAGE
23 OF THiS MANUAL TO DETERMINE WHETHER
SLOPE ANGLE ISTOO STEEP FOR SAFE
OPERATION. 17
CAUTION: NEVER RAMTHE SCOOP iNTO
MATERIAL AT HiGH SPEEDS.
Keep the lift handle locked in the raised position when
tilting the scoop bucket forward to dump.
The lift handle must be locked in the raised position to
allow the dump handle to lock the scoop bucket back
in the upright position after dumping.
Do not scrape or push material with the scoop bucket
while it is tilted forward.
Add wheel weights for improved traction when using
the scoop.
To dump material from the bucket, squeeze the dump
trigger and push the dump tube handle down. Release
the trigger before returning the bucket to the upright
position.
To lower the bucket, squeeze the lift trigger and
then lift up on the lift handle. If the trigger is hard
to depress, you may need to push down on the lift
handle while squeezing, and then lift up. Release
the trigger before retuning the bucket to the raised
position.
Do not exceed mowing speed (3 mph) when the front
end scoop is attached to the tractor.
CAUTION: TO AVOID POSSIBLE iNJURY,
MAKE SURE THAT NO ONE IS NEARTHE BUCKET BEFORE DUMPING THE
BUCKET.
CAUTION: ALWAYS LOWER THE SCOOP
BUCKET TO THE GROUND BEFORE
LEAVING THE TRACTOR.

CUSTOMER RESPONSiBiLiTiES
•Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE __i_,_e_J_/"
Fill in dates as you _o _, _/_ ;o\o
complete regular service. __S_ ;/
Check for loose fasteners X
Cleaning X
Lubrication X
Service Dates
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
•Before each use make a thorough visual check of
the front end scoop for any bolts and nuts which may
have loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
CLEANING
After each use, clean off any dirt and debris from the
scoop bucket lift frame.
Before storing at the end of each season, rinse off
the scoop bucket and scoop lift frame. Allow to dry
thoroughly. Paint any exposed metal surfaces to
protect from rust.
Store in a clean, dry area.
LUBRiCATiON
Lightly oil all pivot points on the scoop lift mechanism.
Lightly oil the surface on the scoop bucket where the
attachment lift frame pivots.
Apply a good grade of spray lubricant to the trigger
assemblies on the lift handle and dump handle.
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PROBLEM
Scoop won't lock into
raised/transport position.
Scoop bucket won't lock into level
position after dumping.
Lift handle trigger won't release
scoop from the transport position.
Dump handle trigger won't
release bucket to dump.
CAUSE
1. Index rod is jamming.
2. Frame is hitting tilt stop
brackets.
1. Dump control pin does not align
with the tilt bracket.
1. Index rod is jamming.
2. Lift cable is not adjusted properly.
1. Dump control cable is not adjusted
properly.
2. Latch mechanism is not adjusted
properly.
CORRECTION
1. Apply grease to the bottom slot in the
lift bracket, where the index rod slides
2. Adjust the tilt stop brackets as
instructed on page 16.
1. Adjust the tilt bracket and lift straps as
instructed on page 16.
2. Adjust the slotted stop bracket as
instructed on page 16.
1. Apply grease to the bottom slot in the
lift bracket, where the index rod slides.
2. Adjust cable nuts as instructed on page
10.
1. Adjustparts asinstructed brfigure15
on page 11.
2. Adjustparts asinstructed brfigure16
on page 12.
Bucket is becoming more difficult 1. Debris is lodged between bucket 1. Remove all debris from between the
to tilt up or down. assembly and lift frame, bucket assembly and the lift frame.
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