Sears CRAFTSMAN SLEEVE HITCH User manual

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CRAFTSMAN®
SLEEVE HITCH
• Assembly
• Installation
• Operation
• Repair Parts.
OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
757.2523120
Caution:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Care'fully
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Sears, Roebuck and Co" Chicago, /I 60684, U.S.A.

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON SLEEVE HITCH
For one year from the date of p~rchase when this sleeve hitch is maintained and
lubricated according
to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's
manual, Sears will repair. tree of cnarge, any defect in material or workmanship.
This warranty does
not cover:
---repairs necessary because
9f operator at?use or. neglig~nce inclu~ing ~he
failure to maintain the equipment according to instructions contained In the
owner's manual; and sleeve hitch used for commercial
or rental purposes.
WARRANTY
SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE
CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while
product is used 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, AND CO., D/731CR-W,
A RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
WARNING: This unit is equipped
with an internal combustion engine and
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4~42 of
should
not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush- the California Public Resources Code). Other States
may have similar
covered
or Wass covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands.
equipped
with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or area laws (if
any). Ifa spark arrester is used, it should be maintained
in effective
working order be in the operator. (see
REPAIR PARTS for part number
identification). .
1. Know the controls and how to stop quickly. READ THIS OPERATOR'S b. Limit loads to those you can safely control. ._
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MANUALand instructions furnished with attachments. c. Do not turn sharply. Use care w.hen backing. __ .~------ -,
2. Do not allow children to operate the machine. Do not allow adults to d. Use counterweight or wheel weights w!len suggested In owner s
operate
it without proper instruction. manuals.
3. Do not carry passengers. Do not mow when children and others are 24. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
arournl'. . I h' 25. When using any attachments, never
direct discharge of material toward
4. Always wear substantial footwear. Do not wear loose fitting c ot Ing bystanders nor allow anyone near the vehicle while in operation.
that could getcaught in moving parts. . 26. Handle gasoline
with care -it is highly flammable.
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5. Keep your eyes and mind on your tractor, mower, and the area being a. Use approved gasoline containers.
cut Do not let other interests distract you. b. Never remove the fuel cap of the fuel tank or add gasoline to a
6.
~ not attempt to operate your tractor or mower when not in the running or hot engine or an engine that has not been allowed to
drivers seat. cool for several minutes after running. Never fill tank indoors,
7. Always get
on or off your tractor from the operator's left ~and side. always clean up spilled gasoline.
8. Clear the work area of objects (wire, rocks, etC') which might be c. Open doors if the engine is run in the garage -exhaust fumes are
picked up and thrown. . dangerous.
Do not run the engine indoors.
9. Disengage all attachmentclutches before attempting to start the 27. Keep the vehicle and attachments
in good operating condition, and
engine. keep safety devices in place and working.
10. Disengage power
to attachments and stop the engine before leaving the 28. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in
operator's position. safe working condition.
11. Disengage power
to mower, stop the ~ngine a~d disco~nect spark plug 29. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a ~uilding
wire(s) from spark plug(~) befor~ cleaning, making an ~dlustment, or where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to
repair. Be careful to avoid touching hot muffler or engine ._ o-CooLbefore storing in any enclosure.
components. 30.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or
12. Disengage power to attachments when ~ransporting or not in use. excessive grease. Do not clean product while engine is running.
13. Take all possible precautions when leaVing the vehicle un8;ttended. 31. Except for adjustments,
DO NOT operate Engine if air cleaner or cover
Disengage the power-take-off, lower the attachments, shift Into
directly over carburetor air intake is removed. Removal of such part
neutral. set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the key. could create a fire hazard.
14. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill. Mow up 32. Do not operate without a muffler, or tamper with exhaust system.
and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°); never across the Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard.
face. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary.
15. Reduce speed
on slopes and make turns gradually to prevent tipping or 33. The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and inspected for
loss
of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing directionon damage after striking a foreign object, and the damage should be
slopes " repaired before restarting and operating the equipment. .
16. Whilegoing up or
d0:-vn slopes, plac~ Gear Shift ~ontrol Lever II'l 1st 34. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engll'le;
gear position to negotiate the slope Without stoPPlI'll;l' severe damage or injury may result.
17. Never
mow in wet or slipperygrass, when traction IS unsure, or at a 35. When using the vehicle with mower, proceed as follows:
speed which could
C8:use a skid.. '. a. Mow only in daylight or in goocl artificial light.
18. Stay alert for holes
In the terrall'l and other hidden hazards. Keep b. Shut the Engine off when unclogging chute. ~,
away from drop-offs. c. Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at frequent r "\"
19. Do not drive too close to creeks, ditches, and public highways. intervals.
20. Exercise special care when mowing around fixed objects in order
to 36. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on
prevent the blade~ from striking them: Nev~r deliberately run mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place. .
tractor or mower Into or over any foreign objects. 37. Disengage power to mower before backing up. Do not mow In reverse
21. Never
shift gears until tractor comes to a stop. . unless absolutely necessaryand then only aftercareful observation
22. Never place hands or feet under the mower, II'l dlscha.rge chute,
or of the entire area behind the mower.
near any moving parts while tractor
or mower are running. Always 38. Under normal usage the grass catcher bag material is subject to
keep clear of discharge chute. deterioration and wear. It should be checked frequently for bag
23. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment. replacement. Replacement bags should be checked to ensure compliance
a. Use only approved drawbar hitch pOints. 2 with the original manufacturer's recommendations or specifications.

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CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON
REF. PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
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A L-1255
Literature Bag
B Z-1258-1
Hardware Bag (Special)
C Z-1258-2
Hardware Bag (Standard)
11
H-535-10 Bail
Assembly
12 H-539-10
Lift Arm Assembly
13 H-543-10
Draw Rod Assembly
HARDWARE BAG -SPECIAL
REF. PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
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1 H-130P-01
Hitch Pin 1
2 H-522 Clevis Pin,
5/8" x 1 1/2"
2
3 H-525-10 Pivot Bracket
2
4 H-526-01
Lift Link (Upper)
1
5 H-527-01
Lift Link (Lower) 1
6 H-528-01
Adjustable Sleeve Link
1
7 H-529 Retainer
Spring
2
8
H-530 Retainer Spring
5
H-531 Clevis Pin,
1/2" x 1"
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1
H-532-10
Drawbar Bracket
2
;-. 15 V-219P Clevis Pin, .1/2" x 1
1/4"
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15
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HARDWARE BAG -STANDARD
REF. PART
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NO. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
16
17
14 H-560
Hex Head Bofi, 5/8" x 3"
2
16 1M1020P Hex Head Batt. 5116" x 1 1/4" 4
17 2M1216P
Hex Head Sort. 3 B- x 1" 4
18 30M1000P
Hex Nut,S. 16- 4
19 30M1200P Hex Nut,
3/8- 4
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20M2000P
Hex Nut, 5/8'>
3
21
40M1000P
Lock Washer, 5116- 4
23 "
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40M1200P lock Washer, 3/8"
4
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21
.3 45M1717P Flat Washer, 112" 1 3
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NO.3 -H--525-10
Pivot Bracket
NO.9 -H-531
Clevis Pin
1/2" x 1"
NO.8 -H-530
Retainer Spring
No. 10 -H-532-10
Drawbar Bracket
4
NO.2 -H-522
Clevis Pin
5/8" x 1 1/2"
No.7 - H-529
Retainer Spring
NO.6 -H-528-01
A~justable Link Sleeve
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NO.5 -H-527-01
Lift Link (Lower)
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No. 18 -30M1000P
Hex Nut, 5/16"
No. 17 -2M1216P
No. 15 -V-219P Hex Head
Bolt
No. 16-1M1020P
Clevis Pin 3/8" x 1"
Hex Head Bolt
1/2"x11/4"
5116" x 1 1/4"
No. 19 -30M1200P.
Hex Nut, 3/8"
No. 14 -H-560
Hex Head Bolt No. 20 -30M2000P No.
21 -40M1 OOOP
No. 22 -40M1200P No. 23-45M1717P
5/8" x 3" Hex Nut, 5/8"
Lock Washer, 5/16" Lock Washer, 3/8"
Flat Washer, 1/2"
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY:
,.. 411\ - 1/2" wrenches
1 -
7/16" wrench
2 -
9/16" wrench
1 - 15/16" wrench
1 - screwdriver (flat)
References
to right hand (R.H.) and left hand
(L.H.) are
determined from the operator's posi-
tion on the tractor seat.
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ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
GARDEN TRACTORS:
REMOVE MOWER DECK FROM TRACTOR.
(SEE TRACTOR OWNER'S MANUAL FOR
REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS)
NOTE:
MOWER DEO< SHOULD NOT
INSTALLED WHEN USING GROUND
ENGAGING ATIACHt.ENTS.
BE
FrG.1. Loosely assemble both drawbar
brackets (10) to the frame using four 318" x 1"
hex head bolts (17), four 3/8" lock washers (22)
~nd four 3/8" hex nuts (19).
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Insert hex head bolts (17) through holes (A) in
each drawbar
bracket (10) and secure on the
inside of tractor frame with the lock washers
(22) and hex
nuts (19). 5
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FIG. 2. Attach the bail assembly (11) to the
drawbar brackets (10) using two clevis pins (2)
and
two retainer springs (8).
Insert a clevis pin (2) through bottom hole (8)
in each drawbar bracket (10) and then through
hole in each end of bail assembly (11). Secure
this assembly by inserting a retainer spring (8)
through the hole in each clevis pin (2). Referto
Fig.2.
Now, Securely tighten the four hex head bolts
(17) used in Fig.
1.
Screw both5/8" x 3" hex head (stabilizer) bolts
(14) through two 5/8" hex nuts (20) and then
through the two square weldnuts located on
the inside surface of bail assembly (11) (on
each side of hitch tube).
Adjust the stabilizer bolts until they are "flush"
with the outside surface of the bail assembly
(11 ).
NOTE: The stabilizer bolts should be loosened
before removing any attachments from the
tractor. Loosening these bolts will make it eas-
ier to remove the hitch pin and to line up hitch
pin when installing another attachment. If trac-
tor is to be used without a rear attachment, the
stabilizer bolts should be secured by tighten-
ing the hex nuts.
Insert the hitch pin (1) into hitch tube as shown
in Fig. 2 inset.
FIGURE 2
FIG. 3. Attach one pivot bracket (3) to the trac-
tor frame at (C) using two 5/16" x 1 1/4" hex
head bolts (16), two 5/16" lock washers (21)
and two 51/16" hex nuts (18). Place lift arm
assembly (12) in the hole of the pivot bracket
and attach the remaining pivot bracket (3) to
the frame at (D) using the same procedure.
Tighten fasteners securely!
, Assemble drawrod assembly (13) to the lift arm
assembly (12) by
aligning one slot on each side
of the hole in end of left arm assembly's "short
arm". Then insert clevis pin (15) through both
slots and the hole, add the 1/2" flat washer (23)
and secure
with one retainer spring ~?J.
FIGURE 3
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NOTE: ON OLDER UNITS IT MAY BE NECES-
SARY
TO REMOVE THE LEFT HAND LIFT
LINK AS SHOWN IN FIG. 4.
FIG. 4. Remove the left hand (L.H.) lift link from
tractor as follows:
Remove
the two hex washer head screws in
cover plate and remove nut"A" (Fig. 4. inset) to
FIGURE 4
release the lift link from tractor. Then replace
cover plateand secure
with the two hex washer
head screws.
IF ELECTRIC KIT IS TO BE INSTALLED,
OMIT
FIGURE 5. REFER TO ELECTRIC
I ASSIST KIT INSTALLATION FIG.9
FOR
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,a. 5. Assemble drawrod assembly (13) to the
,At shaft assembly arm located under the left
lland side of tractor. Align the two holes in end
of drawrod assembly with the hole in the lift
shaft assembly arm and insert the( lift arm pin)
1/2" x 1" clevis pin (9). Secure assembly by
inserting retainer spring (7) through hole in
end
of clevis pin (9).
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DRAW ROD
QASSEMBLY tl
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RETAINER
SPRING7
001£: FOLLOW THE PROCEDURES IN
FIGURE 6,7,8 and 8A FOR INSTALLING
THE DRAWROO ASSEMBLY (13) IF YOUR
TRACTOR IS EQUIPEO WITH A PRE-
INSTALLED ELECTRIC LIFT -BEFORE
CONTINUING TO
F1G.10.
FIG. 6. Remove the bolt and nut at (B) which
I";onnect the electric actuator to the right and
left hand lift brackets.
NOTE
SOL T MUST START FROM
LEFT TO CLEAR TRACTOR FRAME
FIGURE 6
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FIG. 7. Turn the ignition switch "ON". Push the
attachment lift switch to the "Down" position
to retract the electric actuator. Tum the
ignition switch "OFF".
NOTE: Full retraction of the actuator is
achieved by turning the tractor height adjust-
ment knob counter-clockwise (fJ).
FIG.B. Remove the 1 3/4" bolt from the
middle of the shaft assembly arm that
connects the right and left hand lift
brackets. Then remove the five washers
(Fig.8A) and install
the drawrod tube "A"
as shown in Fig.9
NOTE: The 1 3/4" bolt must be reinstalled from
the center of the tractor - with the nut on the
FRAME SIDE to prevent interference. Do not
tighten at this time.
THE FIVE WASHERS ARE NOT USED
WHEN ASSEMBLING 46" DOZER LIFT
MECHANISM OR SLEEVE HITCH.
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ASSEMBLY
ARM
RACTOR
FIGURE 8
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ASSEMBLY
OF
GT SLEEVE HITCH
AND
ELECTRIC ASSIST KIT
TUBE "An
5949J Tube -.384 x
1/2 x 15/16
TUBE "B"
5950J Tube -.384 x
1/2 x 1 1/4
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SLEEVE HITCH DRAW ROD
(Part No. 678H175)
FIGURE 9
Tighten both nuts and bolts securely.
(Fig.8 and Fig.9)
FIG.9. Turn the ignition switch
"ON". Push
the attachment lift switch
to the "UP"
position to extend the actuator. Turn the
ignition switch
"OFF".
Reinstall the actuator tube "B" as shown in
Fig.9 using the hex bolt, lockwasher, and
nut.
NOlE: The bolt must be installed from
the left frame side of the tractor
to
prevent interference.
ELECTRIC ACTUATOR
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THE FIVE WASHERS ARE NOT USED
WHEN ASSEMBLING 46" DOZER UFT
MECHANISM OR SLEEVE HITCH.
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FIG.10 Refer to the Fig.10inset and screw the
UPPER lift link (4) into the adjustable sleeve
link(6). Next,
screw one 5i8·· hex nut (20) on
LOWER lift fink (5) and then screw the lift link
into the adjustable link sleeve.
Adjust each lift link's END an equal amount
from the adjustable link sleeve ends. The dis-
tance from holecenter to hole center should be
7112 inches. Then tighten the 5/8" hex nut (20).
Now,
Insert the upper lift link (4) end into the
lift arm assembly(12)UPPER hole, and insert
the
lower link (5) end into the hole in the bail
assembly (11) arm. Secure each lift link with a
retainer
spring (8).
NOTE: CHECK ALL FASTENERS FOR
TIGHTNESS-THEY MUST BE SECURELY
TIGHTENED!
READ THE "RULES FOR SAFE OPERA-
TION" CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERA-
TING YOUR HITCH,
OPERATION
NOTE: MOWER DECK SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED
IMPORTANT! When attaching and using a WHEN USING GROUND ENGAGING ATIACHMENTS.
N'
rotary tilter
,insert the upper lift link REMOVAL
OF SLEEVE HITCH IS NOT REQUIRED .
(4) through the hole CLOSEST to the lift
WHEN USING MOWER DECK.
arm assembly (12)
pivot shaft as shown.
(F1G.10 Inset)
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ATTACHMENT LIFT
ADJUSTMENT
Due to different weight of attachments,' the
~ttachment lift spring on tractors with the
manual lift systems may require adjustment.
The adjustment
bolt is located on rear, top
left side of tractor and determines the
"tension"
of the spring. See Fig. 11.
A. Hold the spring bushing with a wrench and
loosen
the jam nut.
B. For heavier attachments, turn the adjust-
ment bolt clockwise (If) to extend spring,
reducing lift effort.
C.
For lighter attachments, turn the
adjustment bolt counter clockwise (0).
D. After the desired spring tension is reached,
retighten
the jam nut against the spring
bushing.
NOTE: DO NOT ADJUST THE LIFT SPRING
FOR MAXIMUM TENSION WHEN USING
LI GHT ATTACH MENTS SUCH AS A MOWER.
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~DJUST LIFT SPRING TO AID IN LIFTING
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SPRING! WHEN REMOVING AN ATTACH-
MENT. ALWAYS ADJUST THE SPRING FOR
MINIMUM TENSION.
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SPRING
BUSHING
~TTACHMENT
LIFT SPRING
LIFT ATTACHMENT OUT OF THE I
GROUND WHEN TURNING CORNERS, .1
REVERSING OR TRANSPORTING.
MAINTENANCE
For smooth operation, and to prevent rust,
apply a light coat of grease to threads, pivot
points and the inside of hitch tube.
~AIWayS clean and storeequi pment in a weather-
proof, dry building.
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L.H. Llr:T
BRACKET ASSEMBLY
OF
GT 46" DOZER BLADE
AND
ELECTRIC ASSIST KIT
TUBE "A" 5949J Tube -.384 x
1/2 x 15/16
.TUBE "B" 5950J Tube -.384 x
1/2 x 11/4
FIGURE 12
FIG.12 Removal
of the sleeve hitch drawrod
is required when installing the
GT 46" dozer
blade. Install dozer blade clevis tube
assembly as shown. Fig.12. Refer
to figures
6,7,8 and 9 for removal procedure.
THE FIVE WASHERS ARE NOT USED
WHEN ASSEMBLING 46" DOZER LIFT
MECHANISM OR SLEEVE HITCH.
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PARTS LIST
REF. PART REF. PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION OTY. NO. NO. . DESCRIPTION OTY.
1 H-130P01
Hitch Pin 1 13 H-543-10
Draw Rod Assembly
1
(8320J) (678H175)
2 H-522 Clevis Pin,
5/8" x1 1/2"
2 14 H-560
Hex Head Bolt, 5/8" x3" 2
(4101J) (74931048)
3 H-525-10 Pivot
Bracket
2 15 V-219P Clevis Pin,
1/2" x 1 1/4"
(678H176) (5781J)
4 H-52tH>1
Lift Link (Upper)
16 1M1020P
Hex Head Bolt, 5/16" x 1 1/4"
4
(5779J) (STD523112)
5 H-527-D1
Lft Link (Lower)
17 2M1216P
Hex Head Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
4
(5780J) (STD523710)
6 H-528-01
Adjustable Link Sleeve 18 30M1000P Hex Nut, 5/16"
4
(8333J) (STD541031)
7
H-529
Retainer Spring
2 19 30M1200P
Hex Nut, 3/8" 4
(4939M) (STD541 037)
8 H-530
Retainer Spring
5 20 30M2000P
Hex Nut, 5/8"
3
(4940M) (STD541 062)
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H-531 Clevis Pin,
1/2" x 1"
21
40M1000P
Lock Washer, 5/16"
4
(3767J) (STD551131
10 H-532-10
Drawbar Bracket
2
22 40M1200P
Lock Washer, 3/8"
4
(674H194) (STD551137)
11
H-535-10 Bail
Assembly
23
45M11717tp
Flat Washer, 1/2"
(678H173) (19171720)
12 H-539-10
Lift Arm Assembly
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Owner's Manual
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
757.2523120
HOWTOORDER
REPAIR PARTS
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CRAFTSMAN®
SLEEVE HITCH
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The model number will be found on the model plate
attached
to the right hand side of the bail
assembly. Always mention the model number when
requesting service or repair parts for your sleeve
hitch.
All parts listed herein may be ordered from any
SEARS ROEBUCK SERVICE CENTER or most Sears retail
stores.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
•
THE PART NUMBER
• THE PART DESCRIPTION
• THE MODEL NUMBER
• THE NAME OF MERCHANDISE
If the parts .you need are not stocked locally. your
order will be transmitted
to a Sears repair parts
distribution center for handling.
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Seazs,Roebuck and Co., Chicago, II 60684, U.S.A.
L-1229-1