Craftsman 486.248474 User manual

Operator's Manual
CRAFr. MAN®
FRONT SCOOP TRACTOR ATTACHMENT
Model No. 486.248474
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. 42086 (02/02/09)

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:
486.248474

Anypowerequipmentcancauseinjuryifoperatedimproperlyoriftheuserdoesnotunderstandhowtooperatetheequipment.
Exercisecautionatalltimeswhenusingpowerequipment.
o Readthisoperator'smanualbeforeattemptingto
assembleoroperatethescoopattachment.
o Readthevehicleowner'smanualandknowhow
tooperateyourvehiclebeforeusingthescoop
attachment.
o Nevercarrypassengersinthescoopbucket.Ithas
notbeendesignedtocarrypassengers.
o Neverallowchildrentooperatethevehicleorthe
scoopattachment.
o Donotallowadultstooperatethevehicleorscoop
attachmentwithoutproperinstructions.
o Alwaysbeginwiththetransmissioninfirst(low)and
graduallyincreasespeedasconditionspermit.
o Drivethetractoratreducedspeedoverroughterrain
andhillsidesornearcreeksandditchestoprevent
tippingoverandlossofcontrol.Donotdrivetooclose
toacreekorditch.
o Neverramthescoopintomaterialathighspeed.
o Vehiclebrakingandstabilitymaybeaffectedwith
theattachmentofthisscoop.Donotfillthescoop
tomaximumweightcapacitywithoutcheckingthe
capabilityofthevehicletosafelydriveandstopwith
thescoopattached.
o Beforeoperatingvehicleonanygrade(hill)refer
tothesafetyrulesinthevehicleowner'smanual
concerningsafeoperationonslopes.Referalsotothe
slopeguideonpage23ofthismanual.Stayoffsteep
slopes!
o Followmaintenanceandlubricationinstructionsas
outlinedinthismanual.
[_ ookforthissymboltopointoutimportantsafetyprecautions.Itmeans--Attention!! Becomealert!! 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®.
WHEEL WEIGHT TIRE CHAINS

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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
A 2
B 2
C 3
D 2
E 6
F 4
G 5
H 1
I 3
J 8
K 2
L 1
M 2
N 1
O 2
P 2
Q 2
R 10
S 11
T 2
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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, 5/16" x 3-1/2"
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1-3/4"
Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
Carriage Bolt, 5/16"x 1"
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"
Hex Nut, 5/16"
Nylock Nut, 1/4"
Hex Nut, 1/4"
REF
W
X
Y
Z
AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
FF
GG
HH
II
JJ
KK
LL
MM
NN
OO
PP
QQ
RR
QTY
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2
4
3
4
6
2
6
8
8
3
2
6
8
2
2
2
1
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6
2
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DESCRIPTION
Nylock Nut, #10-32
Spacer, 5/8" Long
Spacer, 1/2" Long
Hairpin Cotter, Long
Hairpin Cotter, Short
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/4"
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"
Lock Washer, 3/8"
Washer, 5/16"
Washer, 3/8" (Small)
Washer, 1/2" (Small)
Washer, 3/8" (Large)
Washer, 5/8"
Washer, 1/2" (Large)
Washer, 3/4"
Washer, 1"
Clevis Pin
Compression Spring, Short
Compression Spring, Long
Cable Tie
Tilt Stop Bracket
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
16
19

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(!)
(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.
5/16" WASHERS (EE)
5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT(T) 3/8" x 1=1/4"
/- HEX BOLT(D)
3/8" NYLOCK NUT (R) 3/8" HEX NUT(e)
Lay out and identify all the parts and hardware as
shown on pages 4 through 6. 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 (EE) and four 5/16" nylock nuts (T).
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)
APPLY
GREASE /-
5/8" NYLOCK
NUTS (M)
APPLY LIFT FRAME
GREASE ASSEMBLY
-/ 5/8" x 1=1/2"
HEX BOLT (A)
APPLY GREASE
FIGURE 2

STEP4: iNSTALL LiFT BRACKET ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 3)
o Assemble the lift bracket assembly to the lift frame
assembly using two 5/8" washers (11)and 1/8" x 1-1/4"
cotter pins (BB).
!-... 5/8" WASHER ill)
LiFT BRACKET 1/8" x1=1/4"
ASSEMBLY COTTER
I'-.. ] ] (BB)
I "4 I
I
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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 (GG) and a
short hairpin cotter (AA).
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 clevis pin (MM), 1/2"
long spacer (Y) and short hairpin cotter (AA) 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.
1/2" NYLOCK
P"_ JAM NUTS(P)
TiLT ANCHOR _-__
1/2" x 1"
HEX BOLT (C) "I
I I
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LiFT I 1/2" x 1"
BRACKET I HEXBOLT (C)
\
SHORT HAiRPiN
ARM COTTER (AA)
/1/2" WASHER
_P_@../ (SMALL) (GG)
LiFT STRAP
SHORT ASSEMBLY
HAiRPiN /-...
COTTER (AA) "'_)
112" SPACER (Y) X
UPPER FRONT CLEVIS PiN (MM)
MOUNTING HOLE
FIGURE 5Bucket removed for clarity
FIGURE 4

STEP7: iNSTALL EXTENSION SPRING
(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 (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 a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt (I) through the end of
the extension spring on the tilt bracket assembly and
then install a 1/4" hex nut (V) onto the bolt. Next,
insert the end of the bolt into the hole in the arm of
the tilt anchor assembly and install a 1/4" nylock nut
(U) onto the bolt. Tighten the nuts to secure the bolt
to the arm.
_1/4" NYLOCK NUT (U)
Jj
1/4" REX NUT(V)
"-yJj
114"x 1-314"
HEX BOLT(I) SPRING
112" x1" HEX BOLT (C)
FIGURE 6
STEP 8: iNSTALL STOP BRACKET BOLT
(SEE FIGURE 7A)
For lift straps installed in front holes
*Install the long compression spring (OO) and then the
two 5/8" spacers (X) onto the 5/16" x 3-1/2" hex bolt (H).
Insert the bolt into the stop bracket and install two 5/16"
hex nuts (T) onto the bolt. Adjust nuts later in step 29.
5116"HEX NUTS(T) j _
5/8" SPACERS(X) "_
LONG COMPRESSION
SPRING (OO)
5/16" x 3-1/2" I._
HEX BOLT(H)
FIGURE 7A
(SEE FIGURE 7B)
For lift straps installed in rear holes
*Install the long compression spring (OO) and then a 5/8"
spacer (X) onto the 5/16" x 3-1/2" hex bolt (H). Insert
the bolt into the stop bracket and install a 5/8" spacer
(X) and two 5/16" hex nuts (T) onto the bolt. Adjust nuts
later in step 29.
5116"HEX NUTS(T) /_
5/8" SPACERS(X) '_
LONG COMPRESSION
SPRING (OO)
5/16" x 3-1/2" I._
HEX BOLT(H)
FIGURE 7B

STEP 9: iNSTALL DUMP PIVOT BRACKET
(SEE FIGURE 8)
•Install a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin (CC) to the inside hole
in the shaft shown in figure 8, and then install a 1"
washer (LL) 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 (LL) onto the shaft
and secure it using a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin (CC).
1/8" x 1=1/2"
COTTER PIN (CC)
\
j_'_ 1" WASHERS (LL)
1/8" x 1=1/2"
COTTER PIN (CC)
/
DUMP PIVOT
BRACKET
FIGURE 8
STEP 11 :INSTALL TILT STOP BRACKETS
(SEE FIGURE 10)
•Install a tilt stop bracket (QQ) to each side of the
bucket using a 3/8" x 1" carriage bolt (J), a small 3/8"
washer (FF) and 3/8" nylock nut (R). Do not tighten
the nuts until step 28.
TiLT STOP
BRACKET (QQ)
3/8" NYLOCK _'_'-_
NUT(R) 3/8" x 1" j_o
3/8" WASHER (FF) CARRIAGE BOLT(J)
FIGURE 10
STEP 10: iNSTALL DUMP CONTROL ROD
(SEE FIGURE 9)
•install a 1/8" x 1=1/4" cotter pin (BB) intothe 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 (11)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 (11)and
1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pins (BB). Spread the ends of the
cotter pins and wrap around the rod.
1/8" x 14/4"
COTTER PiN (BB)
5/8" WASHERS (ll)
1/8" x 1=1/4"
COTTER
PINS (BB)
1/8" x 14/4"
COTTER PiN (BB)
5/8" WASHERS (ll)
DUMP
CONTROL
ROD
FIGURE 9
STEP 12: INSTALL LiFT HANDLETUBE
(SEE FIGURE 11)
•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).
5/16" NYLOCK
NUTS (S) _\®_
LiFT HANDLE
TUBE
5/16" × 1=3/4"
HEX BOLT (G)
iNDEX
BRACKET
FIGURE 11
lO

STEP 13: INSTALL LIFT HANDLETUBE EXTENSION
(SEE FIGURE 12)
*Install the lift handle tube extension on the lift handle
tube using a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt (I) and 1/4" nylock
nut (U).
LiFT HANDLE 1/4" x1=3/4"
TUBE EXTENSION HEX BOLT(I) LiFT HANDLE
1/4" NYLOCKNUT(U)-- XX
\
FIGURE 12
STEP 14: INSTALL LiFT CABLE
(SEE FIGURE 13)
*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 (PP).
LIFTTRiGGER
\
LiFT CABLE
CABLE
NUTS
iNDEX ROD
FIGURE 13 11
STEP 15: iNSTALL DUMP HANDLETUBE
(SEE FIGURE 14)
•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"
NUTS(S)
5/16" x 1=3/4"
HEX BOLTS(G)
FIGURE 14
STEP 16: INSTALL DUMP HANDLETUBE EXTENSION
(SEE FIGURE 15)
*Install the dump handle tube extension on the dump
handle tube using a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt (I) and 1/4"
nylock nut (U).
Attach the dump cable to the dump handle tube using
three cable ties (PP).
DUMP HANDLE
TUBE EXTENSION
1/4" x 1=3/4"
HEX BOLT (I)
USETHiS HOLE
\
\
DUMP CABLE
1/4" NYLOCK
NUT (U)
FIGURE 15
DUMP HANDLE TUBE

STEP 17: INSTALL DUMP CONTROL PiN
(SEE FIGURE 16)
*install a small 1/2" washer (GG) and then the short
compression spring (NN) onto the dump control pin.
install the dump control pin into the pin stop bracket.
Make sure the fiat 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
PIN STOP
BRACKET
/
PIN STOP
BRACKET
FIGURE 16
STEP 18: INSTALL HOSE CLiP AND SPACER
(SEE FIGURE 17)
*Secure the dump cable to the back of the bucket
using a hose clip (RR), a #10 x 5/8" truss-head bolt
(L) and a #10-32 nylock nut (W).
#10=32NYLOCK
NUT (W)
/
a..
#10 x 5/8"
HOSE TRUSS
CLIP (RR) HEAD BOLT(L)
FIGURE 17
INSTALL FRONT SCOOP ON TRACTOR
STEP 19: IDENTIFY YOUR TRACTOR TYPE
(SEE FIGURE 18)
*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 20. If your tractor does not have a mower deck
suspension bracket underneath the middle of the
front axle, skip to step 22 on page 13 or step 24 on
page 14 for tractors with dual suspension brackets.
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MOWER DECK
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
FIGURE 18
12

LAWN TRACTORS AND GARDEN TRACTORS
WITH SINGLE SUSPENSION BRACKETS
STEP 20: iNSTALL SiDE PLATES
(SEE FIGURE 19)
•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 (JJ)
if needed (see note). Do not tighten yet. Repeat for
the right (long) 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 (11)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.
(3) 3/8" x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLTS (J)
(SEE NOTE)
LEFT (LONG)
SiDE PLATE
5/16" x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLT (K)
ENGINE
MOUNTING
PLATE 5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT(s)
(3)3/8"NYLOCK
NUTS(R)
STEP 21: iNSTALL FRAME BRACE
(SEE FIGURE 20)
•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
(JJ), 1/2" spacers (Y) 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 25 on page 15.
1/2" x 1=3/4"
HEX BOLT (B)
1/2" LARGE
WASHER (JJ)
1/2" SPACER (Y)
1/2" NYLOGK
NUT (O) FRAME BRACE
FOR LT
HOLE FOR GT
FIGURE 20
FIGURE 19
13

LAWN TRACTORS WiTH DUAL SUSPENSION
BRACKETS
STEP 22: iNSTALL SIDE PLATES
(SEE FIGURE 21)
•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
(FF), and 3/8" lock washers (DD). If there is a bracket
like the one shown with dotted lines, use a 3/8" large
washer (HH) as a shim on the rear bolt. Do not
tighten yet. Repeat for the right (long) side plate.
3/8" LARGE
WASHER (HH)
(if :led)
FIGURE 21
(3) 3/8" SMALL (3) 3/8" × 1"
WASHERS (FF) HEX BOLTS (E)
(3) 3/8" LOCK
WASHERS (DD)
STEP 23: iNSTALL FRAME BRACE
(SEE FIGURE 22)
•Install the frame brace between the side plates using
two 1/2" x 1-3/4" bolts (B), large 1/2" large washers
(JJ), 1/2" spacers (Y) and 1/2" nylock nuts (O). Use the
second hole from the bottom in the plates. Tighten.
•Tighten 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (E) in side plates only until
they are snug and the lock washers are flattened.
•Skip to step 25 on page 15.
1/2" x1-3/4" v
HEX BOLT (B)
_ 1/2" SPACER(Y)
/
1/2" LARGE
WASHER (JJ)
1/2" NYLOCK NUT (O)
FRAME BRACE
FIGURE 22 14
GARDEN TRACTORS WiTH DUAL
SUSPENSION BRACKETS
STEP 24: iNSTALL SIDE PLATES
(SEE FIGURE 23)
• 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 (DD). Tighten only until bolts are snug and
lock washers are flattened. Repeat for the right side
plate.
Install a 3/4" washer (KK) and a long hairpin cotter
(Z) to the pin in each side plate. Remove them while
mounting the scoop.
LEFT (GT)
SiDE PLATE
d_L_-..@ 0.. "% _WASHERS (DD)
/_(2) 3/8" x 1"
LONG HEX BOLTS(E)
HAIRPIN 3/4" WASHER (KK)
COTTE R (Z)
FIGURE 23

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL TRACTORS
STEP 25: MOUNT SCOOPTOTRACTOR
(SEE FIGURE 24)
• 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 (Z).
STEP 26: ADJUSTTILT AND PIN STOP BRACKETS
(SEE FIGURE 25)
•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.
Make sure the two smaller bolts in the tilt bracket
and the four bolts in the pin stop bracket are slightly
loosened.
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.
LONG
HAIRPIN
COTTER (Z)
FIGURE 24
DUMP HANDLE
BOLT OR PiN
SCOOP
ATTACHMENT
ROD
-%
ASSEMBLY
Adjust the pin stop bracket so that it is flush and square
with the front of the bucket. Leave a small gap between
the side of the pin stop bracket and the tilt bracket. The
taper on the end of the dump control 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.
DUMP
CONTROL PIN
SMALLER BOLTS
TILT BRACKET
PIN STOP BRACKET
FIGURE 25
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STEP 27: ADJUST LIFT STRAPS
(SEE FIGURE 26)
*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.
/LIFT HANDLE
TIGHTEN
NUTS LIFT STRAP
ASSEMBLIES
STEP 29: ADJUST STOP BOLT
(SEE FIGURE 28)
*Keep the scoop locked in the TRANSPORT position.
Adjust the nuts on the stop bolt in or out until the
dump control pin is centered in the slot of the tilt
bracket when the tilt bracket is pulled back against the
stop bolt. Securely tighten the two nuts together.
NOTE: If the lift strap assemblies are moved to the rear
mounting holes, one of the spacers on the stop bolt
will need to be moved to the back side of the bolt stop
bracket. Refer to step 8 on page 9.
BOLT
TIGHTEN
BOLT
DUMP CONTROL PIN
TILT BRACKET
FIGURE 28
FIGURE 26
STEP 28: ADJUST TILT STOP BRACKETS
(SEE FIGURE 27)
*Raise the scoop until it locks in the TRANSPORT
position. Push the tilt stop brackets (QQ) on each side
of the bucket down against the lift frame arms, and
tighten the nuts.
NOTE: Readjust the tilt stop brackets if you move the lift
strap assemblies from the front to rear holes or from
the rear to front holes. Refer to step 6 on page 8.
STEP 30: 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, loosen the bolts tightened in steps 26, 27
and 28 and then repeat steps 26, 27 28 and 29.
TILT STOP
BRACKET (QQ)
LIFT FRAME ARM
FIGURE 27 16

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
LIFT
TRIGGER
LEVER
DUMP
HANDLE
/
DUMP
TRIGGER
LEVER
DUMP TRIGGER 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: 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: VEHICLE BRAKING AND
STABILITY MAY BE AFFECTED WITH THE
ADDITION OF AN ACCESSORY OR AN
ATTACHMENT. BE AWARE OF CHANGING
CONDITIONS ON SLOPES. &CAUTION: TO AVOID POSSIBLE INJURY,
MAKE SURE THAT NO ONE IS NEAR
THE BUCKET BEFORE DUMPING THE
BUCKET.
Refer to the vehicle owner's manual for instructions on
safe operation on slopes.
Use the slope guide provided on page 23 of this manual
to determine whether slope angle is too steep for safe
operation.
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&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 __/_,_y
Fill in dates as you __4 e_ '/"
complete regular service. !,,,i_,_7_zC,_z_/" Service Dates
Check for loose fasteners X
Cleaning X
Lubrication X
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 CAUSE CORRECTION
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.
Bucket is becoming more difficult
to tilt up or down.
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. Pin stop bracket is not adjusted
properly side to side.
1. Debris is lodged between bucket
assembly and lift frame.
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 stop bolt 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
11.
1. Adjust parts as instructed in step 17 on
page 12.
2. Adjust parts as instructed in step 26 on
page 15.
1. Remove all debris from between the
bucket assembly and the lift frame.
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