Craftsman Lawn Mower 610246 User Guide

User Instructions  
TRACTOR LIFT  
Model Number 610.24600  
• Provides access to mower deck for easy  
cleaning and service  
• Fits all 1985 through current models  
of CRAFTSMAN front engine tractors  
and Zero Turn Mowers  
• Can be fitted to most major front engine tractor brands  
• Adjustable arms for greater versatility  
Patent Pending  
• Extra heavy duty gauge steel construction  
• If you read and follow these instructions, this product can be  
assembled in approximately 20 minutes  
• Assemble unit on cardboard to avoid scratches or damage to parts  
• Can easily be assembled by one person  
If there are any missing  
parts, or if you have any  
questions on assembly,  
operation, maintenance  
or safety, please call  
• All fasteners for this Tractor Lift can be purchased at Sears or any  
hardware store  
1-800-652-6231  
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.  
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610.24600-REV B 3/08  
Carton Contents  
8
3
11  
4
6
2
10  
1
7R  
7L  
REF NO QTY  
PART NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
REF NO QTY  
PART NUMBER  
DESCRIPTION  
1
2
1
1
51001  
51002  
Angle Frame Assembly  
Handle Top  
7L  
7R  
1
1
410131  
410132  
Tractor Mounting Bar - Left  
Tractor Mounting Bar - Right  
3
4
6
1
2
1
51003  
41009  
51005  
Handle Bottom  
Lift Tube Assembly  
Lift Cross Tube  
8
10  
11  
1
1
1
51006  
310031  
310041  
Stabilizer Bar  
Hardware Bag  
Assembly Manual  
OPERATION  
MAINTENANCE  
Tractor Lift can be used out of the box on all Craftsman tractors  
with bumpers or brush guards. Tractor Lift mounting hardware is  
provided if your tractor does not have a bumper or brush guard.  
Store unit in a clean dry place.  
Recommended tire pressure - 30 PSI.  
Before each use:  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
9/16" Wrench and/or Socket  
Adjustable wrench  
Always check tire pressure.  
Always inspect unit for damage.  
Always check fasteners for tightness.  
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Hardware Contents  
34  
35  
38  
37  
29  
23  
27  
39  
33  
36  
25  
22  
26  
24  
28  
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Setting up Lift Mounting Hardware - Tractor Front  
Tractor Lift can be used out of the box on all Craftsman tractors with bumpers or brush guards. Tractor Lift mounting hardware is provided. If  
your tractor does not have a bumper or brush guard, follow the steps below:  
Note: Left and Right sides are determined by standing behind tractor looking forward.  
24  
7R  
29  
27  
7L  
26  
6
"X"  
Remove,  
add washer ( 24 ),  
replace.  
26  
38  
Step 1.  
Step 1.  
Step 2.  
Step 2.  
Remove existing bolt "X" and set aside. If tractor does not have  
this bolt use supplied 3/8" x 1-1/4" bolt with 3/8 nylok nut.  
Push tube plugs ( 38 ) into each end of lift tube ( 6 ).  
Slide lift tube through cut-out in tractor mounting bars and  
center.  
Align holes in tractor mounting bars ( 7R & 7L ) to the front  
left & right side frame holes of the tractor.  
Pin lift tube in place with one hair pin cotter ( 26 ) on each side  
of mounting bar.  
Insert hex head bolt ( 29 ) through inside front hole of frame,  
through tractor mounting bar and secure with nylock nut ( 27 ).  
Note: The mounting bars have been manufactured to attach to the  
frames of most major front engine tractor brands. Additional  
hardware has been included for attachment to non-Craftsman  
brands.  
Add flat washer ( 24 ) under head of bolt removed in earlier  
step and reinsert through tractor mounting bar and tighten.  
For LT1000 & LT2000 series tractors, use self-thread bolts  
( 28 ) in place of bolt ( 29 ) and nut ( 27 ).  
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Assemble Tractor Lift  
Attach Lift Tubes to Angle Frame  
Lift tubes come pre-assembled. Attach lift tube assemblies ( 4 ) to angle frame ( 1 ) using bolts ( 22 ), flat washers ( 24 ), split lock washers ( 23 )  
and hex nuts ( 25 ).  
Secure rear of lift tube assembly ( 4 ) to angle frame ( 1 ) using bolts ( 29 ), flat washers ( 24 ), split lock washers ( 23 ) and hex  
nuts ( 25 ).  
Note: Over-tightening receiver bolts ( 22 ) could cause damage to lift tubes ( 4 ).  
Determining the width between lift tubes.  
Brush guard bumper  
1
Front of Craftsman Tractors  
(can also be used for  
front of Craftsman tractor)  
29  
Front of Craftsman Zero Turn  
Push mower  
24  
25  
23  
22  
24  
D C B A  
A B C D  
23  
25  
4
Settings:  
A. Push Mower  
5
B. Brush guard / Bumper installed  
C. Front of Craftsman Tractor  
D. Front of Craftsman Zero Turn  
Note: The higher the lift tube extensions (5)  
are positioned, the harder the tractor will be to lift.  
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Assemble Tractor Lift  
Attach Handle to Angle Frame  
Step 1.  
Attach handle bottom ( 3 ) to angle frame ( 1 ) using hex bolt ( 22 ),  
flat washer ( 24 ), split lock washer ( 23 ) and hex nut (25 ).  
Step 2.  
Step 3.  
Insert ring grip pin ( 30 ), as shown.  
Insert handle top ( 2 ) into handle bottom ( 3 ). Secure with hex  
bolt ( 33 ), flat washer ( 24 ), split lock washer ( 23 ) and hex nut (25 ).  
Step 4.  
Place handle grips ( 37 ) onto handle top tube ( 2 ). A little  
soapy water will help grip slide onto tube easily.  
22  
24  
23  
25  
1
IF HANDLE CANNOT BE  
EASILY INSERTED, FLIP  
HANDLE OVER AND  
REINSERT.  
38  
25  
30  
37  
2
23  
3
38  
Foot Bar Tube  
30  
39  
24  
33  
Peel off scuff pad (39)  
backing and adhere to  
back of handle.  
Handle Top Tube  
37  
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Assemble Tractor Lift  
Attach Stabilizer Bar  
Step 1. Slide stabilizer bar ( 8 ) onto foot bar tube as shown.  
Step 2. Press snap button and slide stabilizer bar against handle.  
Step 3. Insert ring grip pin ( 30 ) through stabilizer bar and handle top.  
Foot bar tube  
Snap button  
8
30  
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OPERATION  
Using the Tractor Lift  
Step 3. Engaging Stabilizer Bar  
Stabilizer bar MUST be engaged immediately after raising the tractor.  
WARNING: Failure to engage stabilizer bar may result in serious personal  
injury and or property damage.  
Remove ring grip pin ( 30 ) from tube handle. Press snap button  
and slide stabilizer bar ( 8 ) from foot bar tube.  
Turn stabilizer bar 180 degrees as shown at bottom of Figure 1.  
Position stabilizer bar under base of unit between wheels.  
Slide stabilizer bar back onto foot bar tube making sure the bar is  
positioned back over snap button.  
Tube Handle  
Snap Button  
Turn 180  
Snap Button  
8
30  
Figure 1  
Figure 2  
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Repair Parts List  
2
MODEL NUMBER - 610.24600  
37  
37  
33  
24  
39  
23  
25  
Peel off  
backing,  
adhere to  
handle.  
8
38  
3
40  
38  
9
30  
22  
23 1  
23  
30  
25  
29  
20  
4
26  
5
24  
22  
38  
25  
6
24  
23  
30  
4
5
25  
35  
9
7L  
38  
21  
7R  
34  
26  
20  
36  
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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).  
PRODUCT RECORD  
In the space below record the model number and  
purchase date of your cart. The model number can  
be found on the front cover of the user guide.  
When ordering repair parts, always give the  
following information:  
Model Number___________________________.  
Purchase Date___________________________.  
Product - ___________________________.  
Model Number - _____________________.  
Part Number - *_____________________.  
Part Description - *___________________.  
Keep this booklet and your Sears receipt in a safe  
place for future reference.  
*Found on the repair part list. Reference page 11.  
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