Operator's Manual ® Broadcast Spreader Model No. 486.24571 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. STOP DO NOT RETURN TO STORE For Missing Parts or Assembly Questions Call 1-866-576-8388 • • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Maintenance Parts Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.craftsman.com Used under license PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES............................................................... 2 WARRANTY..................................................................... 2 FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART..................................... 3 CARTON CONTENTS...................................................... 3 ASSEMBLY....................................................................... 4 OPERATION..................................................................... 8 MAINTENANCE.........................
CARTON CONTENTS 1 6 4 7 5 42009 27313 8 42008 9 10 28322 45282 2 28329 3 04367 41930 12 11 13 48865 46503 FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART 21 x2 23 x6 22 x4 24 x1 29 x2 28 x1 30 x1 31 x1 44950 25 x1 44101 34 x9 23400 1509-69 46699 33 x5 49870 43093 35 x4 48934 36 x1 27 x2 1543-69 47189 37 x3 R19171616 28324 38 x2 42 x1 41 x1 40 x1 42839 43343 NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE 47963 39 x1 44285 43088 28325 32 x14 49449 43010 26 x2 43848 47623 3 43 x1 47141 44 x1 24858
ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY (1) (2) STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 3) • Assemble the axle/gear assembly (11) and hopper support tubes (6) to the hitch support tubes as shown using two 1/4” x 2” hex bolts (22), spacers (26), and 1/4” nylock nuts (32). Do not tighten completely. Pliers 7/16" Open or Box End Wrenches 3 STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 1) • Insert a plug (37) in to the end of the hitch tube (12). • Install the hitch pin (41) in the hitch bracket and hitch tube and secure it with the hairpin cotter (36).
STEP 5: (SEE FIGURE 5) • Slide the spreader impeller (9) onto the spreader shaft and secure it with a 1/8” x 1-1/2” cotter pin (30). STEP 7: (SEE FIGURE 7) • Attach the hopper to the lower set of holes in the hopper support tubes using four 1/4” x 1-3/4” hex bolts (23), 1/4” washers (34), nylon washers (33) and 1/4” nylock nuts (32). Tighten. 5 7 23 34 33 9 23 34 33 30 32 32 32 STEP 8: (SEE FIGURE 8) • Install the grip (42) onto the flow control arm.
STEP 9: (SEE FIGURE 9) • Attach the flow control bracket to the hitch tube using two 1/4” x 1-3/4” hex bolts (23), four 1/4” washers (34) and two 1/4” nylock nuts (32). Do not tighten completely. STEP 11: (SEE FIGURE 11) • Swing the flow control rod around and insert the end of the rod into the flow control arm. Secure it with a 1/4” washer (34) and a 3/32” x 3/4” cotter pin (28).
STEP 13: (SEE FIGURE 11) • Tighten all bolts and nuts except for those shown in step 9 that fasten the control bracket to the hitch tube. STEP 15: (SEE FIGURE 14) • Slide a spacer (27), a 1/2” washer (35), and a wheel (2) onto the round end of the axle. • Slide a 1/2" washer (35) over the axle and secure the wheel with a 1/8 x 1-1/4" cotter pin (29), spreading the ends.
OPERATION APPLICATION DIAGRAM USING YOUR SPREADER We do not recommend the use of any powdered lawn chemicals due to difficulty in obtaining a satisfactory or consistent broadcast pattern. • • • • • • • • • • • Determine approximate square footage of area to be covered and estimate amount of material required. Before filling the hopper make sure the flow control arm is in the off position and the closure plate is shut. Break up any lumpy fertilizer as you fill the hopper.
MAINTENANCE LUBRICATE • Lightly apply automotive grease as needed to the sprocket and gear. • Oil nylon bushings on vertical sprocket shaft and on axle at least once a year, or more often as needed. • Oil right hand (idler) wheel bearing at least once a year or more often as needed. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS • Before each use make a thorough visual check of the spreader for any bolts and nuts which may have loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
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