Craftsman 610.246262 User manual

®
EASY DUMP CART
Model 610.246262 User Guide
16 cu. ft. heaped capacity.
1250 pound weight capacity.
Removable tail gate.
If you read and follow these instructions, this product
can be assembled in 55 minutes or less. If you don't read
these instructions, assembly may take over two hours!
TO MINIMIZE ASSEMBLY TIME:
• DO NOT tighten fasteners until instructed to do so.
• Illustrated items shaded red are the parts being
assembled in that instruction section.
• Assemble unit on cardboard box to avoid scratches
or damage to parts.
For best results, two people are required for assembly.
If there are any missing
parts, or if you have any
questions on assembly,
operation, maintenance
or safety, please call
1-800-652-2321
All fasteners are readily
available for purchase at
your nearest Sears store
or local hardware store.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman 610.246262 Rev E 3/06

Hardware Bag Contents
REF. NO.
18
19
30
31
AMT.2
4
1
3
BAG 1.
DESCRIPTION
1 3/8" axle spacer
3/4" axle washer thin
hitch pin
hairpin cotter #7
REF. NO.
23
25
@
AMT.
5O
5O
@
BAG 2.
DESCRI PTIO N
5/16"-18 keps nut
5/16"-18 x 3/4" pan head bolt
TOOLS SUGGESTED FOR ASSEMBLY
Large blade screwdriver
1/2" wrench and/or socket
pliers
cordless drill
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Never exceed load capacity of cart - 1250 Ibs.
When operating on slopes, use lowest ground speed
and limit load to 200 Ibs.
Do not carry passengers in cart.
Do not use this cart on public roads.
Operate up and down slopes, never across the face of
slopes.
Avoid sudden turns or maneuvers.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
Periodically check all nuts and bolts for tightness.
Check tire pressure regularly.
Grease wheels using zerk fitting at axle for longer life.
Keep cart clean and dry to prevent rust and corrosion.
Store inside a clean, dry area when not in use.
OPERATION
With cart attached to tractor, remove tailgate, and then
pullback on latch bar. Cart body will tilt backwards,
dumping contents. Once empty, replace tailgate, then
pull cart body down until it latches.
Make sure to use the hairpin cotter with the hitch pin
when attaching to the tractor.
Follow all operating instructions in tractors user guide.
FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.
Page 2.

Carton Contents
REF. NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
AMT.
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
DESCRIPTION
riqht body half
left body half
front qate
corner
rear support bar
tail qate
qate retainer riqht
qate retainer left
REF. NO.
9
11
12
17
21
36
41
AMT.
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
DESCRIPTION
front support
axle holder
hitch assembly
axle
wheel #3
assembly manual
hardware baq
FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.
Page 3.

Body Assembly
Step 1. Position body halves (1 & 2) as shown.
Step 2. Loosely assemble body halves (1 & 2).
Square assembly and tighten bolts.
Note: Bolt body halves together so that the
four holes are aligned, as shown.
Note: Holes in bed of cart and Craftsman
decals towards the outside.
FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.
Page 4.

Add Front Support
& Axle Holder
Step 3. Loosely attach front support (9).
Step 4. Loosely attach axle holder (11).
TWO PEOPLE REQUIRED
FOR EASIER ASSEMBLY.
FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.
Page 5.

Front Gate / Corner Assembly
Step 5.
Step 6.
Step 7.
Step 8.
Step 9.
Lay assembly down as shown.
Insert front gate (3), inside bed of cart, behind body flanges.
Loosely assemble front gate to bed with bolts provided.
Loosely attach two corners (4).
Square assembly and tighten all body half, front gate,
corner, front support and axle holder bolts.
BODY FLANGE
INSERT FRONT GATE
BEHIND BODY FLANGE
FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.
Page 6.

Add Axle, Hitch,
&Wheels Step 10.
Step 11.
Step 12.
Step 13.
Slide axle (17) through axle holder (11) and hitch (12).
Place axle washer (19), HDPE spacer (18), axle washer (19) and
wheel (21) onto axle. Repeat for other side. Note: Make sure valve
stem on wheels face towards the outside of cart.
Insert hair pin cotter (31) in each end of axle (17).
Set cart upright on wheels.
?\Make sure valve stems on
wheels face towards the
outside of cart.
FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.
Page 7.

Rear Assembly
Step 14.
Step 15.
Step 16.
Step 17.
Loosely attach rear support bar (5) BEHIND rear flanges of the assembled body halves using center two holes only.
Loosely attach gate retainers (7 & 8) using common holes to each side.
Insert tailgate (6) and tighten all support bar and gate retainer bolts.
Insert hitch pin (30) into hitch and secure
with hairpin cotter (31).
REAR FLANGE
See step 14.
Center two holes--
FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.
Page 8.

Repair Parts List
Molel Number - 610.246262
25
30_
16
9
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31 29 15 29 12
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35 19
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8
5
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REF. NO,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
21
23
25
28
29
30
31
35
36
41
PART NO. AMT.
262-01 1
262- 02 1
26- 03 1
55- 04 2
26- 05 1
262- 06 1
55-7A 1
55-8A 2
55-9A 1
26- 11 1
26- 12A 1
55- 13A 1
STDBH3754000 1
55- 15A 1
26- 16A 1
26- 17 1
26- 18 2
STDWA1000T 4
26- 21 2
STDNK313 50
STDBP3130750 50
STDBH3750750 1
STDNC375 2
STDHP375 1
STDPH7 3
262-D 2
262- 36 1
262- BB 1
DESCRIPTION
RIGHT BODY HALF
LEFT BODY HALF
FRONT GATE
CORNER
REAR SUPPORT BAR
TAIL GATE
GATE RETAINER RIGHT
GATE RETAINER LEFT
FRONT SUPPORT
AXLE HOLDER
HITCH ASSEMBLY
LATCH POST BAR
LATCH BOLT 3/8"- 16 x 4" HEX
LATCH SPRING
HITCH BRACKET
AXLE
HDPE SPACER
AXLE WASHER
WHEEL
5/16"-18 KEPS NUT
5/16"-18 x 3/4 PAN HEAD
3/8"-16 X 3/4" HEX HEAD
3/8"-16 LOCK NUT
HITCH PIN
HAIR PIN
DECAL
USER GUIDE
HARDWARE BAG
FOR MISSING PARTS, Call 1-800-652-2321, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.E.S.T.
Page 9.

FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
If this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase,
Sears will at our option repair or replace it free of charge. This warranty excludes tires and wheels, which
are expendable and become worn during normal use.
This warranty does not cover:
•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence.
• Equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
Contact your nearest Sears Service Center to arrange for product repair, or return this product to place
of purchase for replacement.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from
state to state. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.
Sears, Roebuck and Co, Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
PRODUCT RECORD
In the space below record the model number and
purchase date of your cart. The model number
can be found on the decal on the hitch.
Model Number
Purchase Date
Keep this booklet and your Sears receipt in a safe
place for future reference.
ORDERING INFORMATION
After the one year warranty period all parts may
be ordered by calling Sears service at
1-800-4MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663)
When ordering repair parts, always give the
following information'
Product -16 C.F. Heaped Easy Dump Cart
Model Number- 610.246262
Part Number- *
Part Description - *
*Found on the repair part list. Reference page 9.