Craftsman 486.24331 User manual

Owner's Manual
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32" SPIKER SPREADER
Model No. 486.24331
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. 48070 (2/O1)

SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 3
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ............................. 4
CARTON CONTENTS ............................................... 5
ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 5
OPERATION ............................................................ 12
MAINTENANCE ....................................................... 13
STORAGE ................................................................ !3
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION .......................... 14
REPAIR PARTS LIST .............................................. 15
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ................. Back Page
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Spiker Spreader ismaintained and lubricated according to the operating
and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship free of
charge. Ifthis Spiker Spreader 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 the owner's manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE 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 numbers will be found on a
decal attached to the hitch tube.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.
MODELNUMBER:
SERIALNUMBER:
DATE OF PURCHASE:
486.24331

Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate
the equipment. Exercise caution at all times, when using power equipment.
•Read this owner's manual before attempting to •
assemble or operate the spiker/spreader.
• Read the towing vehicle owner's manual and know •
how to operate the tractor before using the spiker/
spreader attachment.
• Do not allow anyone to ride on or sit on the spiker/ •
spreader.
• Never allow children to operate the tractor or
spiker/spreader attachment.
• Do not allow adults to operate the tractor or spiker!
spreader without proper instructions.
• Read the chemioal label for instructions and
cautions for handling and applying chemicals. •
Wear eye and hand protection when handling and
using lawn chemicals.
Always begin with the transmission in first (low)
gear and gradually increase speed as conditions
permit. Maximum towing speed - 10 M.P.H.
Do not drive too close to acreek or ditch and be
alert for holes and other hazards which could
cause you to loose control of the tractor and spiker/
spreader.
Before operating the vehicle on any grade (hill)
refer to the safety rules in the vehicle owder's
manual concerning safe operation on slopes. Stay
off steep slopes!
Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.
,_ Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It mean--Attention!l
Become alert!l Your safety is Involved.
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REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION
A2Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 4" S 10 Flat Washer, 5/8"
B 3 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2-1/4" T 2 Lockwasher, 1/2"
C2 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2" U 3 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"
D 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4" V 1 Cotter Pin, 3/32" x 3/4"
E 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-1/4" W 1 Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"
F 1 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1" X 1 Chain with Connector
G 1 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1" Y 13 Flanged Bearing
H 1 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 3/4" Z 1 Compression Spring
I 1 Carriage Bolt. 5/16" x 1-3/4" AA 1 1/4" Thick Spacer
J 2 Self-Tapping Screw BB 2 Plastic Spacer Tube
K 5 Hex Lock Nut, 1/4" CC 5 Metal Spacer Tube
L 1 Hex Nut, 1/4" DD 1 Flow Control Link
M 10 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16" EE 1 Ferrule
N 4 Jam Hex Nut, 1/2" FF 1 Control Lever Grip
O 2 Flat Washer, 1/4" GG 1 Height Adjustment Grip
P 2 Nylon Washer, 21/64" HH 1 Plastic Wing Nut
Q 4 Flat Washer, 5/16" II 1 Flat Head Hitch Pin, 3/8"
R 4 Flat Washer, 1/2" JJ 1 Extension Spring

CARTON CONTENTS
1. Chain Cover
2. Flow Control Lever
3. Center Brace
4. Hopper Assembly
5. Hitch Tube (2)
6. Lift Handle
7. Spike Disk (7)
8. Drive Disk Assembly (2)
9. Wheel (2)
10. Transport Tube Assembly
11. Hitch Bracket (2)
12. Spiker Shaft Assembly
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(2) 7/16" Wrenches
(2) 1/2" Wrenches
(2) 3/4" or Adjustable Wrenches
(1) Screwdriver
(1) Pliers
•Assemble the grip onto the lift handle. See figure 2.
•On the right side, insert a 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolt
through a 5/16" flat washer and then through the rear
hole in the hopper and the hitch tube. Assemble the
transport tube and then the lift handle onto the bolt
and secure with a 5/16" hex lock nut. Do not tighten
yet. See figure 2.
• Assemble a 5/16" x 1" hex bolt and 5/16" hex lock nut
to the bottom hole in the transport tube assembly and
the lift handle. Do not tighten yet. See figure 2.
Remove all parts and hardware packages from the
carton. Lay out all parts and hardware and identify
using the illustrations on pages 3 and 4.
Attach a hitch tube to the front hole in the right hand
side of the hopper using a 5/16" x 1-1/4" hex bolt, a
5/16" flat washer and a 5/16" hex lock nut. Assemble
the bolt and washer from inside the hopper. Do not
tighten yet. See figure 1.
Repeat on the left hand side of the hopper.
LIFT GRIP 5/16"FLAT
HANDLE _WASHER
\5/16" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT
5/16" x 1-1/4"
5/16" FLAT HEX BOLT
WASHER
HITCH TUBE
5/16" HEX LOCK NUT
FIGURE 1
5/16"HEX TRANSPORT TUBE
LOCK NUT
FIGURE 2
On the left side, insert a 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolt
through a 5/16" flat washer and then through the rear
hole in the hopper and the hitch tube. Assemble the
transport tube onto the bolt and secure it with a 5/16"
hex lock nut. Do not tighten yet. See figure 3.
5/16" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT 5/16"FLAT
WASHER 5/16"HEX
LOCK NUT
FIGURE 3

• Fasten the hitch tubes together using three 5/16" x
2-1/4" hex bolts and 5/16" hex lock nuts. DO not
tighten yet. See figure 4.
5/16" HEX
LOCK NUT (3)
5116"x 2-114"
HEX BOLT (3)
FIGURE 4
•Assemble the hitch brackets to the hitch tubes using
two 5/16" x 2" hex bolts and 5/16" hex lock nuts,
Tighten. See figure 5.
• Assemble the hitch pin through the hitch brackets
and secure with the heir cotter pin. See figure 5.
•At this time Ughten all bolts assembled so far.
/16 HEX
LLOCK NUT 12)
HITCH PIN
HAIR CO'I'rER
PiN (1/8")
FIGURE 5
• Assemble a 1/2" flat washer, awheel, another 1/2"
flat washer and then a 1/2" jam nut onto a 1/2" x 4"
hex bolt. Tighten the nut finger tight and then back off
1/4 to 1/2 turn. See figure 6.
• Assemble the bolt and wheel to the transport tube
using a 1/2" lock washer and a second 1/2" jam nut.
Tighten the nut but don't collapse the tube. See
figure 6.
• Ifthe wheel does not spin freely, back off the first
jam nut 1/4 to 1/2 turn.
• Assemble a wheel to the other side. See figure 6.
TRANSPORT
TUBE
WASHER
\1/2" x 4"
HEX BOLT
I_"LOCK
WASHER
1/2" HEX
JAM NUT
I_"HEX
JAM NUT
FIGURE 6
• Screw a1/4" plain hex nut at least half way onto
the flow control link. Assemble the ferrule onto the
link and then start a 1/4" hex lock nut one or two
turns onto the link. See figure 7.
• Assemble the ferrule into the hole at the end of the
flow control lever using a 1/4" hex lock nut.
Tighten the nut, leaving it loose enough that the
ferrule can pivot. See figure 7.
• Assemble the grip onto the end of the flow control
lever. See figure 7.
GRIP --,-'--"_0
FLOW
CONTROL _
LEVER
114"HEX //
,, _.,,_.._.. 114"HEX
FERRULE ..,.,...,..__ LOCK NUT
_"-"'_'_ 1/4" HEX NUT
FLOW
CONTROL J_
LINK L_
FIGURE 7
7

• Place the flow control lever into the slot in the
hopper. See figure 8.
• Place the center brace into the hopper. Insert the
1/4" x 1" hex bolt through the center brace and the
front of the hopper. Assemble a 1/4" flat washer,
the flow control lever and a 1/4" hex lock nut onto
the bolt. Do not tighten yet. See figure 8.
•Insert the 1/4" x 3/4" hex bolt through the center
brace and the rear of the hopper. Assemble a 1/4"
flat washer and 1/4" hex lock nut onto the bolt.
Tighten both the front and rear bolts. See figure 8.
S1/4" x 1"
CENTER
BRACE HEX BOLT
// 1/4" FLAT
.1/4" x 3/4"
II WASHER HEX BOLT
1/4" HEX
FIGURE 8
FLAT
WASHER 1/4" HEX
LOCK NUT
• Insert the 5/16" x 1-3/4'! carriage bolt up through
the slot and secure it with a nylon washer and the '
plastic wing nut. See figure 9.
• Move the lift handle into the locked position as
shown in figure 9 and then tip the spreader back to
rest on the wheels and the rear of the hopper.
PLASTIC WING NUT NYLON
WASHER
5/16" x 1-3/4"
CARRIAGE BOLT
LOCKED POSITION
FIGURE 9
• Place a nylon washer onto the bent end of the flow
control link and then insert the end of the link into the
hole in the feed plate bracket. Secure it with a 3/32" x
3/4" cotter pin. See figure 10.
• Adjust the 1/4" hex lock nut to make it flush with the
end of the flow control link, the screw the 1/4" plain
hex nut until it is tightened securely against the
bottom of the ferrule. See figure 10.
• Hook the open end of the spring into the hole in the
feed plate that is nearest the bracket. Place the
closed end of the spring onto the end of the hex bolt
assembled through the flow control lever. Secure it
with a 1/4" hex lock nut. See figure 10.
FLOW _
CONTROL
1/4" HEX
NUT
SPRING
FLOW
FIGURE 10 r
:e
3/32" x 3/4"
co'n'ER PIN
NYLON
WASHER
Push two flange bearings into each of the drive
disk assemblies. See figure 11.
DRIVE DISK
ASSEMBLY
FLANGED
BEARING
FLANGED
BEARING
/
FIGURE 11
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• Push a flange bearing into each of the seven drive •
disks, from the side shown in figure 12.
SPIKE DISK FLANGED
BEARING
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FIGURE 12
Press flanged bearings into both of the end plates.
See figure 13.
Place the 1/4" thick Spacer onto the spike disk
shaft and insert the shaft through the flanged
bearing in the left hand end plate. See figure 13,
FLANGED FLANGED
BEARING BEARING
SPIKE DISK SHAFT
_1/4" THICK SPACER
FIGURE 13
Place a plastic spacer tube, a 5/8" flat washer, a
drive disk, a 5/8" flat washer, another drive disk
and a third 5/8" flat washer onto the shaft. Fit the
plastic spacer tube onto the flanged bearing in the
end plate. See figure 14.
PLASTIC SPACER
TUBE
5/8" FLAT WASHER
FIGURE 14
IMPORTANT: When assembling the spike disks, be sure
they face in the direction shown in the instructions.
Place two'spike disks, separated by a metal spacer
tube, onto the shaft. Fit the metal spacer tube.onto
the ends of the flanged bearings in the disks. See
figure 15.
SPIKE DISK
FIGURE 15
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•Place a 5/8" flat washer, the compression spring
and another 5/8" flat washer onto the shaft. See
figure 16.
•Place two 5/8" flat washers separated by a metal
spacer tube onto the shaft. See figure 18.
FIGURE 16
5/8" FLAT
WASHER
COMPRESSION
SPRING
FIGURE 18
5/8" FLAT WASHER
Place two spike disks, separated by a metal spacer
tube, onto the shaft. Fit the metal spacer tube onto
the ends of the flanged bearings in the disks. See
figure 17,
Place two spike disks, separated by a metal spacer
tube, onto the shaft. Fit the metal spacer tube onto
the ends of the flanged bearings in the disks. See
figure 19.
FIGURE 17
SPIKE DISK
SPIKE DISK
FIGURE 19
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• Place two 5/8" flat washers separated by a metal
spacer tube onto the shaft. See figure 20.
5/5" FLAT WASHER
• Place a 5/8" flat washer onto the end of the spike disk
shaft and secure the shaft with a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter
pin. See figure 22.
•Fasten the two drive disks to the shaft using two 1/8"
x 1-1/2" cotter pins. See figure 22.
1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PIN
FIGURE 20
5/8" FLAT
WASHER
Place a spike disk and a plastic spacer tube onto
the shaft. Fit the plastic spacer tube onto the ends
of the flanged bearings in the spike disk and in the
end plate. Push the shaft on through the flanged
bearing in the end plate. See figure 21.
FIGURE 21
\SPIKE DISK
PLASTIC SPACER TUBE
FIGURE 22
• Assemble the chain onto the two sprockets on the
left side of the hopper. Fasten the ends of the
chain together using the connecting link. See figure
23.
• Place the chain cover over the chain and fasten it to
the hopper end plate using two self tapping screws.
See figure 23.
SELF
TAPPING
SCREW
FIGURE 23
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KNOW YOUR SPIKER SPREADER
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your Spiker Spreader.
Compare the illustration below with your Spiker Spreader to familiarize yourself with the various controlsand theirlocations.
LIFT HANDLE PLASTIC WING NUT
FLOW CONTROL LEVER Opens and closes the flow
plate at the bottom of the hopper.
LIFT HANDLE Raises the unit for transport or lowers
it for spreading and aerating.
PLASTIC WING NUT Tightens at desired setting to
control how far the flow control lever can open the flow
plate.
HOW TO USE YOUR SPIKER/SPREADER
• Refer to the instruction label on the material
package. The flow rate chart on page 13 of this
manual gives a general range of settings for
commonly used materials.
• Determine the approximate square footage of
the area to be covered and estimate the amount
of fertilizer or seed required.
• Move the spreader to the area where application
is to begin.
• Loosen the plastic wing nut and move it to the
desired setting. Retighten the nut. See figure 24.
FIGURE 24
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WING NUT SETAT "5"
• Making sure the flow control lever is in the
"OFF" position, fill the hopper, breaking up any
lumps.
• Lower the aerator spikes to the operating posi-
tion.
• Start the spreader in motion and then move the
flow control lever to the "ON" position (against
the plastic wing nut) as you travel across your
lawn. The recommended towing speed is 3 m.p.h.
• Do not make sharp turns with spikes in the
ground.
• Raise aerator spikes to transport position when
crossing over concrete or other hard surfaces.
• Do not aerate if the ground is extremely hard or
dry. If ground is too dry, sprinkle or water for
one to two hours prior to use.
• Do not aerate if the ground is too wet (muddy).
IMPORTANT: Always place flow control lever in
the "OFF" position to prevent excess fertilizer from
being released when filling the spreader and when
stopping or turning.
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FLOW RATE CHART
MATERIAL
Fertilizer
Grass Seed
M.P.H. is e(
Flow Rate Setting
TYPE At 3 M.P.H.
Light Heavy
Granular /Pelleted 3 7
Fine /Coarse 5 10
uivalent to traveling 100 feet in 23 seconds.
OPERATING TIPS
• To help prevent granular material from compact-
ing and clogging the hopper, avoid unnecessary
towing when the hopper flow plates are closed.
•Reduce the flow setting for speeds slower than
3M.P.H. and increase the setting for higher
speeds.
• To avoid misses or striping, overlap the previous
wheel tracks by approximately 5" to 6".
• For easiest application, first apply material across
both ends of the area. Two or three passes on
each end are sufficient. Then apply material back
and forth as shown. Use the end areas for turning
around, shutting off the spreader as you enter the
end areas and turning the spreader on again as
your leave the end areas for your next pass. See
figure 25.
• If lawn is odd shaped, spread a border around
the edges and then spread between the border.
•Be careful when spreading around ornamental
plants because weed control chemicals can
damage these plants.
'_ "If' 4"
"_ "_ 4" 4- 4, I
FIGURE 25
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
•Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE &_ e_
Fill in dates as you
!complete regular service. _,_o_,'_$_._._ _
! Checkforloosefasteners X
Lubrication X
! Cleanin.q X
Service Dates
&Spike points are sharp. Exercise caution . when handling or working near spike disks. LUBRICATION
• Apply a few drops of oil to wheels and to plastic
bearings in spike disks and at end of spike axle.
•Remove chain cover, clean and oil drive chain.
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
•Before each u.s,emake a thorough VisLJalcheck of
the spiker spreader for any bolts and nuts which
may have loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and
nuts.
CLEANING
• Always empty spiker spreader after each use,
storing leftover material in it's original bag.
• Wash the spiker spreader and dry thoroughly after
each use.
• Empty the spiker spreader, storing leftover material
in it's original bag.
•Apply a light coat of oil on exposed metal to help
prevent rust.
•Wash the spiker spreader and dry thoroughly
before storing.
• Store in a clean, dry area.
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REFo
NO.I
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
PART
NO.
47931
24736
24735
43882
24747
64104
47963
24739
47978
_1917241C
46838
_1917161_
43093
45133
23520
47962
64106
64107
24743
63956
24332
47953
47944
24746
47961
24741
23981
24539
728-3001
47960
43848
43943
QTY
1
1
1
12
1
1
2
2
10
2
2
6
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
7
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
DESCRIPTION
Hopper
Endp!ate, Right Hand
Endplate, Left Hand
Rivet, Stainless
Brace, Center
Assembly, Agitator Shaft
Bearing, Hex Flange
Blade, Agitator
Screw, Hex Washer Hd, #8-32
Washer, 17/32" x 1-1/2" x 10 Ga.
Spacer, .8" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .50" Lg.
Washer, 17/32" x 1" x 16 Ga.
Pin, Cotter 1/8" x 1-1/2"
Spacer, .5" I.D. x 1, O.D. x .59" Lg.
Spacer, .66" I,D. x 1.25" O.D. x .25"
Spring, Flow Plate
Assembly, Spiker Shaft
Assembly, Transport Tube
REF.
NO.
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
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PART
NO.
47959
47969
43224
44180
43840
43084
43063
44731
43012
43064
43013
43178
43088
43081
45100
43019
43353
43343
QTY DESCRIPTION
1 Link, Flow Control
1 Ferrule, 5/16" Thread x 1/4" Hole
3 Bolt, Hex 5/16" x 2-1/4"
2 Bolt, Hex 5/16" x 2"
2 Bolt, Hex 5/16" x 1-1/4"
2 Bolt, Hex 5/16" x 1-3/4"
1 Bolt, Hex 5/16" x 1"
2 Screw, Self Tapping 1/4"x 1"
1 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 8/4"
10 Nut, Hex Lock 5/16"
4 Nut, Hex Lock 1/4"
2 Nut, Hex 1/4"
2 Washer, Flat 1/4"
4 Washer, Flat 5/16"
2 Bolt, Hex 1/2" x 4" Full Thread
4 Nut, Hex Jam 1/2"
2 Lock Washer, Spring 1/2"
1 Pin, Hair Cotter #4 (1/8")
Lever, Flow Control
Drive Disk .
Disk, Spike (7")
Cover, Chain
Tube, Hitch
Lift, Handle
Wheel, 10" x 1-5/8"
Plate, Flow
Bracket, Hitch
Bracket, Feed Plate
Rivet, Pop 5/32 (Stainless)
Chain with Connector
Grip, Flow Control Lever
Grip, Lift Handle
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
44101
47623
44215
712o0421
1543-69
46524
47777
46497
741-0249
_19212016
43661
48173
46557
4807O
1 Pin, Cotter 3/32" x 3/4"
1 Pin, Flat Head Hitch, 3/8" Dia.
1 Bolt, Carriage 5/16"x 1-3/4"
1 Nut, Plastic Wing 5/16"
2 Washer, Nylon 21/64"
5 Spacer Tube, Metal
1 Spring, Compression
2 Spacer Tube, Plastic
13 Bearing, Flanged PV80.63 I.D.
10 Washer, Flat 5/8" (21/32" x 1-1/4"
1 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x 1"
2 Washer, 13/16" x 1-1/2" x 1/16"
1 Push Nut, 1/2"
1 Owner's Manual
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