Sears Snow Blower 486244412 User Guide

Operator's Manual  
®
STOP  
42" SNOW BLADE  
Model No. 486.244412  
DO NOT RETURN TO STORE  
For Missing Parts or Assembly  
Questions Call 1-866-576-8388  
CAUTION:  
Safety  
Before using this product, read  
and follow all Safety, Assembly  
and Operating Instructions  
Assembly  
Operation  
Maintenance  
Parts  
IMPORTANT: For Missing Parts or  
Assembly Questions Call 866-576-8388  
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.  
FORM NO. 42459 (2/10/12)  
PRINTED IN U.S.A.  
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ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS  
These and other accessories are recommended for use with your unit.Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to find out if they are available.  
If available, they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.  
WEIGHT BRACKET  
FOR DRAW BAR  
WHEEL WEIGHT  
TIRE CHAINS  
SNOW CAB  
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART  
A
B
E
H
F
G
C
D
V
U
P
O
N
M
I
J
T
S
K
Q
R
L
REF. PART NO. QTY.  
DESCRIPTION  
REF. PART NO. QTY.  
DESCRIPTION  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
46071  
43648  
43085  
43001  
710-0305  
44326  
47631  
43350  
712-0256  
47189  
47810  
1
1
1
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3-1/4"  
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-1/2"  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"  
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
HA21362  
R19172410  
43070  
43055  
43010  
1540-118  
43003  
44917  
18 3/8" Nylock Hex Nut  
8
6
4
2
1
6
2
1
2
2
Washer, 1/2" (Large)  
3/8" Washer  
Hairpin Cotter  
Cotter Pin 1/8" x 1-1/4"  
1/2" Washer  
3/8" Lock Washer  
Palnut, 3/8"  
Spacer, 5/8" Long  
Spacer, 1" long  
Shoulder Bolt, 3/8 x .9"  
14 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"  
2
2
6
6
2
3
3
Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4"  
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1"  
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" (Thd. Forming)  
Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"  
Hex Jam Nut, 5/16" Fine Thread  
1/4" Nylock Hex Nut  
23658  
46053  
48106  
J
K
U
V
5/16" Nylock Hex Nut  
3
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PARTS IN PACKAGES NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE  
1
2
5
10  
6
8
4
7
9
11  
3
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION  
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION  
7
8
9
10  
11  
1
1
1
2
1
Blade Adjust Spring  
Plastic Grip  
Grip Assembly  
Angle Lock Bars  
Blade Pivot Shaft  
1
2
3
4
5
6
2
1
1
2
1
1
Cable End Fitting  
Cable Mount Bracket  
Angle Lock Spring  
Nylon Tie  
Spring Mount Rod  
Channel Pivot Pin  
CARTON CONTENTS (Loose Parts in Carton)  
14  
17  
12  
16  
22  
22  
13  
15  
24  
23  
20  
21  
19  
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION  
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
Hanger Bracket, L.H.  
Hanger Bracket, R.H.  
Pivot Support Bracket  
Angle Support Bracket  
Channel Assembly  
Blade Assembly  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
1
1
1
2
1
1
Lift Handle Tube  
Lift Handle Rod  
Cable  
Slotted Angle Support Bracket  
Quick Attach Bracket (RH)  
Quick Attach Bracket (LH)  
Blade Pivot Rod  
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ASSEMBLY  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
INSTRUCTIONS FOR 917 MODELTRACTORS  
(1)  
(1)  
(1)  
(1)  
(1)  
(1)  
Pliers  
Hammer  
LOCATE MOWER SUSPENSION BRACKETS  
Look under the front of your tractor.  
Adjustable Wrench (or socket set)  
9/16" Open End or Box End Wrench  
7/16" Open End or Box End Wrench  
1/2" Open End or Box End Wrench  
If there is a single mower deck suspension  
bracket located underneath the middle of the front  
axle as shown in the image below, proceed to  
INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRACTORS WITH SINGLE  
FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKET below.  
If your tractor does not have a mower deck  
suspension bracket underneath the middle of  
the front axle, proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR  
TRACTORS WITH DUAL FRONT SUSPENSION  
BRACKETS on page 6.  
NOTE: Not all of the supplied parts and hardware will  
be needed for any one particular tractor. Unneeded items  
may be discarded after assembly has been completed.  
NOTE: Right hand (RH) and left hand (LH) are  
determined from the operator's position while seated on  
the tractor.  
CAUTION: Do not begin assembling until  
the tractor engine, muffler and exhaust  
deflector have been allowed to cool off.  
LOCATE MODEL LABEL OF TRACTOR  
Look under your tractor seat, locate the serial  
number, and proceed to the step as shown.  
MOWER DECK  
SUSPENSION  
BRACKET  
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FIGURE 1  
INSTRUCTIONS FORTRACTORSWITH SINGLE  
FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKET  
MODEL 917. 000000  
SERIAL 000000A000000  
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 2)  
Remove the tractor hood. Refer to your tractor owners  
manual for instructions on how to properly remove  
the hood.  
193653  
917 MODEL TRACTORS  
GO TO PAGE 5  
Remove the browning shield from the front of the  
tractor as shown. Hold onto the shield as you remove  
the second bolt to prevent it from falling.  
NOTE: Reinstall the browning shield before using your  
tractor.  
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MODEL 247. 000000  
SERIAL 000000A000000  
193653  
REMOVE  
BROWNING  
SHIELD  
247 MODEL TRACTORS  
GO TO PAGE 8  
FIGURE 2  
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STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 3)  
INSTRUCTIONS FORTRACTORSWITH DUAL  
FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKETS  
Fasten the R.H. Side Plate (bend facing out) to the  
front three holes in the tractor frame using three 3/8"  
x 1" carriage bolts (H), three large 1/2" washers (M)  
(see note) and three 3/8" nylock nuts (L). For the  
rear hole, use a 5/16" x 1" carriage bolt (F), a large  
1/2" washer (M) and a 5/16" nylock nut (K). Place the  
washers between the tractor frame and the side plate.  
Tighten all bolts. Repeat for L.H. side plate.  
IDENTIFYYOUR SUSPENSION BRACKETS  
Compare your tractor to the illustrations shown below.  
If your tractor resembles the top illustration, proceed  
to INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE A TRACTORS below.  
If your tractor resembles the bottom illustration,  
proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE B  
TRACTORS on page 7.  
Reinstall the browning shield removed in figure 2.  
Proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL 917 MODEL  
TRACTORS on page 8.  
TYPE A  
NOTE: If there is an engine mounting plate (shown with  
dotted lines) leave the large 1/2" washer (M) off the bolt  
that goes through the plate.  
5/16" x 1" CARRIAGE  
BOLT (F)  
ENGINE  
MOUNTING  
PLATE  
(SEE NOTE)  
FRONT SUSPENSION  
BRACKET  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (K)  
TYPE B  
1/2" LARGE  
WASHER (M)  
3/8" x 1" CARRIAGE  
BOLT (H)  
3/8" NYLOCK  
NUT (L)  
FRONT SUSPENSION  
BRACKET  
FIGURE 3  
FIGURE 4  
INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE A TRACTORS  
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 5)  
Remove any bolts found in the holes indicated in the  
illustration.  
REMOVE BOLTS FROM THESE HOLES  
FRONT  
SUSPENSION  
BRACKET  
FIGURE 5  
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STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 6)  
INSTRUCTIONS FOR TYPE B TRACTORS  
Attach the R.H. hanger bracket to the two front empty  
holes on the right side of the tractor frame using two  
new 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D), 3/8" lock washers (R),  
and 3/8" flat washers (N) as shown. For the rear hole,  
use a 3/8" x 1" hex bolt (D), 3/8" lock washer (R)  
and 3/8" flat washer (N) with a large 1/2" washer (M)  
placed between the hanger bracket and the tractor  
frame. Tighten. Repeat for the left side.  
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 7)  
Remove any bolts found in the holes indicated in the  
illustration.  
REMOVE BOLTS FROM  
THESE HOLES  
Proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL 917 MODEL  
TRACTORS on page 8.  
3/8" FLAT  
WASHER (N)  
1/2" LARGE  
WASHER (M)  
3/8" LOCK  
WASHER (R)  
3/8" x 1"  
HEX BOLT (D)  
FRONT  
SUSPENSION  
BRACKET  
FIGURE 7  
STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 8)  
R.H. HANGER  
BRACKET  
Attach the R.H. hanger bracket to the three holes  
shown on the side of the tractor frame using three  
3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D), 3/8" lock washers (R), 3/8"  
flat washers (N) and 1/2" large washers (M). Use 3/8"  
nylock nuts (L) on inside of frame if bolts insert freely  
into holes. Tighten.  
FIGURE 6  
Repeat for other side.  
Proceed to INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL 917 MODEL  
TRACTORS on page 8.  
NOTE: Use special 3/8" x 1" thread forming bolts (G) in any  
holes that are too small for regular bolts.  
3/8" x 1" HEX BOLT (D)  
(OR THREAD FORMING  
BOLT (G) IF NEEDED)  
3/8" LOCK  
3/8" NYLOCK NUT (L)  
WASHER (R)  
(IF NEEDED)  
3/8" FLAT  
WASHER (N)  
1/2" LARGE  
WASHER (M)  
R.H. HANGER  
BRACKET  
FIGURE 8  
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALL 917 MODEL  
TRACTORS  
INSTRUCTIONS FOR 247 MODEL TRACTORS  
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 11)  
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 9)  
Assemble one slotted angle support bracket to the  
top set of holes in the quick attach brackets using two  
3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Do  
not tighten  
Assemble one angle support bracket to the topmost  
set of holes in the hanger brackets using two 3/8" x  
1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Assemble  
the second angle support bracket to the second from  
the bottom set of holes in the hanger brackets using  
two 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts (L).  
Be sure the brackets are turned as shown. Do not  
tighten yet.  
Assemble the other slotted angle support bracket to  
the bottom set of holes in the quick attach brackets  
using two /8" x 1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts  
(L). Do not tighten.  
NOTE: Be sure brackets are turned as shown.  
3/8" x 1"  
HEX BOLT (D)  
3/8" x 1"  
HEX BOLT (D)  
3/8" NYLOCK  
NUT (L)  
ANGLE SUPPORT  
BRACKET  
FIGURE 9  
3/8" NYLOCK  
NUT (L)  
STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 10)  
Assemble the pivot support bracket to the angle  
support brackets using four 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D)  
and four 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Do not tighten yet.  
Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the angle support  
brackets to the hanger brackets.  
FIGURE 11  
STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 12)  
Assemble the pivot support bracket to the slotted  
angle support brackets using four 3/8" x 1" hex bolts  
(D) and four 3/8" nylock nuts (L). Do not tighten yet.  
Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the slotted angle  
support brackets to the quick attach brackets.  
Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the pivot support  
bracket to the slotted angle support brackets.  
Tighten the 4 bolts fastening the pivot support  
bracket to the angle support brackets.  
Proceed to BLADE ASSEMBLY FOR ALL  
TRACTORS on page 10.  
3/8" x 1"  
HEX BOLT (D)  
3/8" NYLOCK  
NUT (L)  
3/8" x 1"  
HEX BOLT (D)  
PIVOT SUPPORT  
BRACKET  
PIVOT SUPPORT  
BRACKET  
3/8" NYLOCK  
NUT (L)  
FIGURE 10  
FIGURE 12  
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STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 13)  
STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 14)  
Assemble a shoulder bolt (V) and a 3/8" nylock nut  
(L) to the front bracket on each side of the tractor,  
unless a shoulder bolt is already present.  
Pull out on the attachment pins on the hitch assembly  
and swing the top of the pins down away from the  
holes they were in.  
Hook the hitch assembly onto the shoulder bolts in  
the sides of the tractor frame.  
Align the holes in the hitch assembly with the holes  
in the tractor frame. Insert the attachment pins to lock  
the hitch assembly in place.  
Proceed to BLADE ASSEMBLY ALL TRACTORS on  
page 10.  
ATTACHMENT PIN  
SHOULDER BOLT  
3/8" NYLOCK NUT (L)  
T (V)  
SHOULDER BOL  
FIGURE 13  
FIGURE 14  
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STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 17)  
BLADE ASSEMBLY FOR ALL TRACTORS  
Using a hammer, assemble a 3/8" palnut (S) onto one  
end of the spring mount rod. Insert the other end of  
the spring mount rod through the pivot plate using the  
rear set of holes. Support the assembled end of the  
spring mount rod on a block of wood, and assemble  
the remaining palnut onto the other end of the rod.  
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 15)  
Assemble the two angle lock bars together as shown  
in figure 6, so that all holes are aligned. Use one 3/8"  
x 1-1/4" carriage bolt (E) and one 3/8" nylock nut (L).  
Be sure to insert bolt from side indicated. Do not  
tighten at this time.  
Hold the angle lock bars so that the square holes are  
at the top. Insert the straight hook end of the angle  
lock spring through the small middle hole in both  
angle lock bars.  
3/8" PALNUT (S)  
SPRING  
MOUNT  
ROD  
3/8" NYLOCK NUT (L)  
3/8" x 1-1/4"  
CARRIAGE BOLT (E)  
PIVOT  
PLATE  
ANGLE LOCK BARS  
3/8" PALNUT (S)  
ANGLE LOCK  
SPRING  
(Top View)  
FIGURE 17  
FIGURE 15  
(Right Hand Side View)  
STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 18)  
STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 16)  
Assemble a 3/8" x 1-1/4" carriage bolt (E) through  
Insert the round hook end of the angle lock spring up  
the square hole in the cable mount bracket and  
through the square hole in the angle lock bars. (The  
carriage bolts should face in opposite directions.)  
Using pliers hold the cable mount bracket in position,  
angling down towards the L.H. hole in the channel as  
shown in figure 15. Secure with a 3/8" nylock nut (L).  
Tighten. Refer to the figure for the correct angle for  
the cable mount bracket.  
through the hole in the spring mount bracket.  
Insert the angle lock bars down through the slot in the  
channel. Underneath the channel, place a 1" long spacer  
(U) on each side of the angle lock bars and insert a 1/4"  
x 3-1/4" bolt (A) through the channel, angle lock bars  
and the spacers. Secure the bolt with a 1/4" nylock nut  
(J). Tighten so that lock bars can pivot freely.  
At this time tighten the 3/8" carriage bolt and hex nut  
previously assembled to angle lock bars.  
3/8" x 1-1/4"  
CARRIAGE BOLT (E)  
NOTE: When the angle lock bars are pulled back in slot,  
the pivot plate should unlock and be free to pivot to the  
right or left position.  
ALIGN CABLE  
MOUNT BRACKET  
WITH L.H. HOLE  
LOCK  
ANGLE  
BARS  
SPRING  
MOUNT  
BRACKET  
PIVOT  
PLATE  
CHANNEL  
3/8" NYLOCK  
NUT (L)  
1/4" NYLOCK  
NUT (J)  
FRONT  
ANGLE  
LOCK  
SPRING  
(Right Hand Side View)  
FIGURE 18  
1/4" x 3-1/4"  
HEX BOLT (A)  
1" SPACERS (U)  
FIGURE 16  
(Right Hand Side View)  
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STEP 5: (SEE FIGURE 19)  
STEP 7: (SEE FIGURE 21)  
Assemble one 5/16" jam nut (I) approximately 3/4"  
onto threaded end of control cable that has no rubber  
cap or preassembled nuts. Assemble threaded cable  
end through round hole in cable mount bracket and  
secure with another 5/16" jam nut (I). Tighten.  
To attach the blade to the channel assembly, align  
the notched holes in the pivot plate with the notched  
holes in the blade. Insert a 1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pin (P)  
down through the hole at the bend in the blade pivot  
shaft. Spread the ends of the pin. From the left side  
insert the blade pivot shaft, bend facing top of blade,  
through the notched holes. Secure the shaft with  
another 1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pin (P) through the end  
hole in the shaft. Spread the ends of the pin.  
Remove the plastic cap and one 3/8" hex nut from the  
bolt in the blade adjust spring. Adjust the remaining  
3/8" hex nut down approximately 1" onto the bolt  
threads. Hook the spring over the spring mount rod.  
Place the bolt up through the hole in the top edge of  
the blade and reassemble the other 3/8" hex nut to  
the bolt and tighten down against the top edge of the  
blade. Replace the plastic cap over the end of the bolt  
threads.  
NOTE: Some adjustment of jam nuts may be required  
after blade assembly is completed.  
CABLE MOUNT  
BRACKET  
3/4"  
5/16" JAM  
NUT (I)  
5/16" JAM  
NUT (I)  
1/8" x 1-1/4"  
PLASTIC  
COTTER PIN (P)  
CAP  
3/8" HEX NUT  
(TOP)  
REAR  
CHANNEL ASSEMBLY  
FIGURE 19  
(Left Hand Side View)  
BLADE  
PIVOT  
SHAFT  
3/8" HEX NUT  
(BOTTOM)  
STEP 6: (SEE FIGURE 20)  
BLADE  
Assemble ball end of control cable up through hole in  
cable end fitting and pull until ball slips inside curled  
edge of fitting. If ball won't slip under edge of curl, it  
will need to be inserted through open end of curl.  
Assemble 1/4" x 1-1/2" (B) hex bolt down through the  
cable end fitting, the 5/8" long spacer (T) and the left  
hand hole in the channel assembly. Secure with a  
1/4" nylock nut (J). Tighten.  
BLADE  
ADJUST  
SPRING  
SPRING  
MOUNT  
ROD  
PIVOT PLATE  
NOTCHED HOLE  
1/8" x 1-1/4"  
COTTER PIN (P)  
NOTE: Make sure the cable mount bracket is aligned with  
the cable end fitting to prevent binding of cable. The other  
end of the control cable will be attached in a later step.  
(Right Hand Side View)  
FIGURE 21  
1/4" x 1-1/2"  
HEX BOLT (B)  
CABLE END  
FITTING  
5/8" SPACER (T)  
CHANNEL  
ASSEMBLY  
HOLE  
1/4" NYLOCK NUT (J)  
REAR  
FIGURE 20  
(Left Hand Side View)  
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STEP 8: (SEE FIGURE 22)  
STEP 10: (SEE FIGURE 24)  
Assemble the large 1/2" washer (Q) onto the channel  
pivot pin.  
Remove the rubber cap and the first jam nut from the  
threaded end of the control cable and slide them onto  
the control cable wire. Adjust the second jam nut on  
the threads so that it is approximately 3/4" from end.  
Assemble threaded end of cable through the cable  
mount bracket and secure it with the first jam nut.  
Reinstall the rubber cap onto the threaded cable end.  
Attach the channel assembly to the tractor by placing  
the end of the channel assembly up inside the pivot  
support bracket on the tractor. Align the hole in the  
pivot support bracket with the second hole from the  
end in the channel assembly. Insert the channel pivot  
pin through the aligned holes from the left side and  
secure with a hairpin cotter (O).  
NOTE: Some adjustment of jam nuts may be required  
after blade assembly is completed.  
1/2" WASHER (Q)  
PIVOT SUPPORT  
BRACKET  
CABLE MOUNT BRACKET  
CHANNEL  
PIVOT PIN  
JAM NUTS  
RUBBER  
CAP  
3/4"  
CONTROL CABLE END  
CHANNEL  
ASSEMBLY  
HOLE  
CHANNEL  
ASSEMBLY  
HAIRPIN  
COTTER (O)  
FIGURE 24  
(Right Hand Side View)  
FIGURE 22  
(Right Hand Side View)  
STEP 9: (SEE FIGURE 23)  
STEP 11: (SEE FIGURE 25)  
From the left side, insert the welded end of the lift  
Assemble plastic grip onto lock release grip assembly.  
handle rod through the hole in the end of the channel  
assembly (Figure 18). Next, insert the lift link pin  
through the hole in the bracket that is welded to the  
lift handle rod. (The lift link is pre-assembled to the  
pivot support bracket). Secure the bracket with a  
hairpin cotter (O) inserted up through the lift link pin.  
Apply a light coating of oil to the straight upper  
portion of the lift handle rod. Slide the lift handle tube  
onto the rod.  
Attach lock release grip assembly to lift handle tube  
using one 5/16" x 1-1/2" hex bolt (C) and one 5/16"  
nylock nut (K). Do not overtighten the nut. The grip  
assembly must pivot freely.  
Assemble the ball end of the cable to a cable end  
fitting as you did to the other end of the cable. Secure  
the cable end fitting to the weld bolt on the lock release  
grip with a 1/4" nylock nut (J). Do not overtighten the  
lock nut. The cable fitting must pivot freely.  
5/16" x 1-1/2"  
HEX BOLT (C)  
1/4" WELD  
BOLT  
LIFT HANDLE TUBE  
LIFT HANDLE ROD  
CABLE END  
FITTING  
CABLE  
1/4" NYLOCK  
NUT (J)  
PLASTIC  
GRIP  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (K)  
LONG PIN  
(LIFT LINK)  
LOCK RELEASE  
GRIP ASSEMBLY  
CABLE END  
FITTING  
WELDED BRACKET  
HAIRPIN COTTER (O)  
FIGURE 25  
(Right Hand Side View)  
FIGURE 23  
(Left Hand Side View)  
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STEP 12: (SEE FIGURE 26)  
Place the end of the blade pivot rod down through the  
blade pivot shaft. Attach the other end of the blade  
pivot rod to the lift handle tube. Secure both ends with  
a hairpin cotter (O). The holes for the hairpin cotters  
should be parallel to the ground.  
Use the two plastic ties to hold the cable securely  
to the outside of the handle tube and away from the  
tractor to avoid direct heat from the tractor muffler.  
Squeeze the grip assembly to check blade pivot. To  
adjust, see Service & Adjustments section on p. 16.  
PLASTIC TIES  
HAIRPIN  
COTTER (O)  
BLADE PIVOT  
ROD  
LIFT HANDLE  
TUBE  
BLADE  
PIVOT SHAFT  
HAIRPIN COTTER (O)  
(Left Hand Side View)  
FIGURE 26  
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OPERATION  
KNOWYOUR SNOW BLADE  
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your snow blade.  
Compare the illustration below with your snow blade to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations.  
LIFT HANDLE TUBE  
BLADE PIVOT ROD  
LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASSEMBLY  
ANGLE  
LOCK  
BARS  
BLADE  
ADJUST  
SPRING  
LIFT HANDLE ROD  
CONTROL CABLE  
BLADE SHOE  
BLADE PIVOT SHAFT  
LOCK RELEASE GRIP ASS'Y.  
LIFT HANDLE TUBE  
BLADE PIVOT ROD  
ANGLE LOCK BARS  
BLADE ADJUST SPRING  
BLADE SHOE  
BLADE PIVOT SHAFT  
LIFT HANDLE ROD  
CONTROL CABLE  
Unlocks the blade to swivel to the right and left.  
Raises or lowers the blade and pivots blade to the right and left.  
Connects blade to handle tube. Pivots blade to the right and left.  
Locks the blade in either the right hand, left hand or straight ahead position.  
Holds blade in position but permits it to pivot forward to pass over an obstruction.  
Ground-contacting part of blade. Adjusts for adequate ground clearance of blade.  
Connects blade to channel assembly. Allows blade to pivot forward.  
Connects lift handle tube to channel assembly. Raises and lowers the blade.  
Connects the lock release lever to the angle lock bars.  
To Pivot the Blade  
HOW TO USEYOUR SNOW BLADE  
To Raise or Lower the Snow Blade  
Raise the blade to transport position. To unlock  
the blade, push the lock release grip down against  
the handle tube. To pivot the blade, keep the grip  
depressed and push forward or pull back on the  
handle tube, sliding it along the lift rod. Release the  
grip to lock the blade when it is in either the right  
hand, the left hand or the straight ahead position.  
Use the handle grip located on the end of the handle  
tube. To raise the blade, pull back while pushing down  
on the handle grip. To lower blade, pull back while  
lifting up on handle grip.  
PULL BACK AND  
LIFT UP TO  
LOWER BLADE  
LOCK RELEASE  
GRIP ASSEMBLY  
HANDLE TUBE  
HANDLE TUBE  
HANDLE GRIP  
LIFT ROD  
PULL BACK AND  
PUSH DOWN TO  
RAISE BLADE  
FIGURE 27  
FIGURE 28  
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Wheel weights and tire chains must be used with  
your snow blade for traction.These accessories are  
available at your nearest Sears retail store.  
CAUTION: Carefully inspect the area  
to be worked before operating the snow  
blade. Avoid pipes, roots, curbs or other  
heavy obstructions.  
Using the Snow blade  
Prepare the lawn tractor engine for cold weather  
using instructions furnished with the lawn tractor.  
Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear  
and gradually increase speed as required.  
Do not repeatedly push snow in the same direction.  
This causes excessive build up with each successive  
pass.  
CAUTION: Know the terrain. Avoid  
exceptionally steep slopes or drop-offs  
which may be hidden by the snow.  
Never run the snow blade into heavy  
material at high speed.  
To reduce icing on the blade, allow the lawn tractor  
and blade to adjust to outdoor temperature before  
operating.  
For improved snow removal performance, coat the  
blade with automotive type paste wax.  
CAUTION: Always lower the blade to  
the ground before leaving the tractor.  
MAINTENANCE  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
Read and follow the maintenance schedule and  
the procedures listed in the maintenance section.  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE  
Fill in dates as you  
complete regular service.  
Service Dates  
Check for loose fasteners  
Check for worn or damaged parts  
Clean Blade  
X
X
X
X
Lubricate Blade  
X
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS  
During the operating season, check all bolts, nuts and  
hairpin cotters to be sure they are secure.  
LUBRICATE  
CHECK FOR WORN OR DAMAGED PARTS  
During the operating season, check for worn and  
damaged parts. Replace or repair any that have  
excessive damage or wear.  
CLEAN BLADE  
During the operating season, clean the blade off after  
each use. Touch up any bare metal with paint or  
apply a light coat of grease or rust preventive.  
LUBRICATE  
LUBRICATE  
LUBRICATE BLADE  
Lubricate all pivot points to help maintain proper  
operation of blade. Apply a light coating of oil to the  
straight upper portion of the lift handle rod.  
FIGURE 29  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
To Adjust Blade Spring  
To Adjust the Blade Pivot Lock Mechanism  
The tension of the blade adjust spring may be altered  
to permit the blade to tilt forward to bypass solid  
obstructions. To change the spring tension, adjust the  
nuts at upper end of the spring bolt. Standing in front  
of blade, turn the nuts counterclockwise to relieve  
tension and clockwise to increase tension. Refer to  
figure 21 on page 11.  
If the blade will not unlock and pivot, the angle lock  
bars are not disengaging from the slots in the pivot  
plate. To correct, adjust the 5/16" hex jam nuts to  
draw the end of the control cable back towards the  
cable mount bracket. The less the threaded end of  
the cable extends through the bracket, the more the  
angle lock bars can retract to disengage from the  
slots in the pivot plate.  
To Adjust Blade Shoes  
The blade shoes at the ends of blade may be raised  
for close work on smooth surfaces or lowered to raise  
the blade to work on rough or uneven areas. Make  
sure both shoes are set evenly and that the nuts are  
tightened securely.  
CABLE MOUNT BRACKET  
CONTROL  
CABLE  
5/16" HEX  
JAM NUT  
5/16" HEX  
JAM NUT  
FIGURE 31  
BLADE SHOE  
FIGURE 30  
STORAGE  
Remove the hairpin cotter which fastens the lift  
handle rod to the lift link pin. See figure 23, page 12.  
Remove the hairpin cotter from the channel pivot pin  
and remove the pivot pin from the channel assembly.  
See figure 22 on page 12.  
Remove the blade, the channel assembly and the  
lift handle assembly from the tractor. The brackets  
assembled to the tractor frame may be left in place.  
To remove the brackets assembled to the tractor  
frame (side plates and pivot support brackets) refer  
to the figures appropriate for your tractor on pages 6  
and 7.  
Recommendations When Storing  
When the snow blade is not being used, remove all  
dirt and rust and touch up with paint.  
Touch up bare metal with paint or apply a light coat of  
grease or rust preventive.  
Lubricate all pivot points and all points shown in  
figure 29, page 15 in the maintenance section.  
Store in a dry area, protected from weather.  
To Remove Blade From Tractor  
Lower the blade to the ground with the blade in the  
center (straight ahead) position.  
If the side plates are removed from the tractor frame,  
be sure to reassemble any bolts that were removed  
from the frame. Refer to figure 5 on page 6 and figure  
7 on page 7.  
Remove the hairpin cotter which fastens the blade  
pivot rod to the blade pivot shaft. See figure 26 on  
page 13.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
PROBLEM  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
Blade is difficult to raise.  
Lift mechanism is binding  
Lubricate pivot points as shown in  
figure 29 on page 15.  
Blade is difficult to pivot.  
Handle tube is binding on lift rod.  
Lubricate lift handle rod as instructed  
in figure 23 on page 12.  
Blade will not unlock to pivot.  
Lock mechanism is out of adjustment  
and is not disengaging.  
Refer to the Service and Adjustments  
section on page 16.  
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PARTS  
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To order replacement parts, call Sears Parts Direct 1-800-252-1698  
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