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.
,, Safety
,, Assembly
,, Operation
,, Maintenance
,, Parts
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 NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
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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
U 3
V 1
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
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X
Y
Z
AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
FF
GG
HH
II
JJ
KK
LL
MM
NN
OO
PP
QQ
RR
QTY
1
2
4
3
4
6
2
6
8
8
3
2
6
8
2
2
2
1
1
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
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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
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LiFT I 1/2" x 1"
BRACKET I HEXBOLT (C)
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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
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