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Owner's

Manual

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40" TINE DE.THATCHER

CAUTION:

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Before using this product, read
this manual and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating Instructions.

and Co., Hoffman

TO STORE

For Missing Parts or Assembly
Questions Call 1-866-576-8388

Model No. 486.243152
Model No. 486.24316

Sears, Roebuck

DO NOT RETURN

Estates,

Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Parts

IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.sears.com/craftsman

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 42107 (8/14/08)

SAFETY RULES ..........................................................
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ................................
CARTON CONTENTS .................................................
ASSEMBLY ..................................................................

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OPERATION ................................................................
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MAINTENANCE/STORAGE ........................................ 6
REPAIR PARTS .........................................................
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PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE .................... Back Cover

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Tine Dethatcher fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship within one year from the date of 3urchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair (or
replacement if repair proves impossible).
If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck

and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

The model number and serial numbers will be found on a
decal attached to the dethatcher.

SERIAL NUMBER:

You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.

DATE OF PURCHASE:

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.
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Read this owners manual carefully for operating and
service instructions before attempting to assemble or
operate this equipment. Be thoroughly familiar with
the proper use of this equipment.
Read the vehicle owners manual and vehicle safety
rules, and know how to operate the vehicle before
using this equipment.
Never allow children to operate the tractor or
dethatcher attachment, and do not allow adults to
operate without proper instructions.
This dethatcher attachment has sharp tine points.
Always handle with care and wear substantial foot
wear when operating this dethatcher.
Do not allow anyone to ride or sit on dethatcher
attachment frame or on towing vehicle.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and also pets.

Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear
and engine at low speed, and gradually increase
speed as conditions permit.
The vehicle braking and stability may be affected
with the attachment of this equipment. Be aware of
changing conditions on slopes. Refer to safety rules in
the vehicle owner's manual concerning safe operation
on slopes. STAY OFF OF STEEP SLOPES.
Always operate up and down a slope, never across
the face of a slope
This equipment should be operated at reduced speed
on rough terrain, along creeks and ditches and on
hillsides, to prevent tipping and loss of control. Do not
drive too close to a creek or a ditch.
Do not tow this equipment on a highway or any other
public thoroughfare.
Follow the maintenance instructions as outlined in this
owners manual.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means -- Attention!!
Become alert!! Your safety is involved.
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Description
Shoulder Bolt
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2" Lg.
Hex Bolt, 5/16"x 1-1/4" Lg.
Hex Bolt, 5/16"x 1" Lg.
Carriage Bolt, 5/16"x 1"
Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"
Hitch Pin, 3/8"

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Nylock Nut, 5/16"
Nylock Nut, 3/8"
Angle Bracket
Grip

CARTON

CONTENTS

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Assemble two (tall) hitch arm mount brackets and two
(short) angle brackets to the bottom of the tine shield
at the rear. Use four 5/16" x 1" hex bolts and 5/16"
nylock nuts. Do not tighten yet. Position the brackets
as shown in figure 1.
Assemble two angle brackets to the bottom of the tine
shield at the front. Use two 5/16" x 1" hex bolts and
5/16" nylock nuts. Do not tighten yet. Position the
brackets as shown in figure 1.
HITCH ARM
MOUNT BRACKET

ANGLE
BRACKET

5/16" NYLOCK _,.
NUT

ANGLE
BRACKET

FIGURE 1
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7.

Hitch Mount Arms (2)
Lift Handle
Hitch Brackets (2)
Axle Bracket
Hitch Arm Mount Brackets (3)
Wheels (2)
Tine Shield Assembly

TOOLS
REQUIRED
FOR ASSEMBLY
(2) 1/2" wrenches
(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) 3/4" wrench or adjustable wrench
(1) Pliers

REMOVAL

Fasten the hitch mount arms to the outside of the front
angle brackets. Use two 5/16" x 1" hex bolts and 5/16"
nylock nuts. Tighten, then loosen the nuts slightly.
See figure 2.
Fasten the hitch mount arms to the outside of the rear
hitch arm mount brackets. Use two 5/16" x 1" carriage
bolts and 5/16" nylock nuts. Do not tighten yet. See
figure 2.
5116"x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLT
5116 .,
NYLOCK
NUT

OF PARTS FROM CARTON

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.

FIGURE 2

5116"
NYLOCK

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NUT
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5116"x 1"
HEX BOLT

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Assemble the front ends of the hitch mount arms
together using two 5/16" x 1-1/4" hex bolts and 5/16"
nylock nuts. Do not tighten yet. See figure 3.
Assemble the hitch brackets to the top and bottom of
the hitch mount arms using two 5/16" x 2" hex bolts
and 5/16" nylock nuts. Do not tighten yet. See figure
3.

Assemble the wheels to the axle bracket using two
shoulder bolts and two 3/8" nylock nuts. Tighten. See
figure 5.
SHOULDER

Assemble the 3/8" hitch pin through the hitch brackets
and secure it with a 1/8" hair cotter pin. See figure 3.

BOLT

3/8" NYLOCK NUT

_/16" NYLOCK NUT

1/8" HAIR
COTTER PIN

HITCH
BRACKET

5/16" x 1-1/4"
HEX BOLT

FIGURE 5

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5116" x 2"
HEX BOLT

"_--_ 318" HITCH PIN

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FIGURE 3

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Tighten the bolts and nuts assembled in figure 3.
Tighten the bolts and nuts assembled in figure 1.
Tighten the rear bolts and nuts assembled in figure 2.

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Assemble the axle bracket to the outside of the rear
angle brackets using two 5/16" x 1" hex bolts and
5/16" nylock nuts. The angled ends of the axle bracket
must point as shown in figure 4. Tighten the bolts and
nuts and then loosen slightly.

Assemble a hitch arm mount bracket to the axle
bracket using two 5/16" x 1" carriage bolts and 5/16"
nylock nuts. Do not tighten yet. See figure 6.
Insert the lift handle down through the tine shield.
Attach it to the just assembled hitch arm mount
bracket using a 5/16" x 1" hex bolt and a 5/16" nylock
nut. Tighten. See figure 6.
Position the hitch arm mount bracket so that there is
side tension on the lift handle when it is locked in the
up position. Tighten the nuts. See figure 6.
Assemble the grip onto the end of the lift handle. See
figure 6.

GRIP

LIFT HANDLE

AXLE BRACKET

5/16" x 1"
CARRIAGE

BOLT

5/16" x 1"
HEX BOLT

5/16" NYLOCK
NUT
5/16" NYLOCK

FIGURE 4

NUT

5/16" x 1"
HEX BOLT

FIGURE 6

5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT

Regularremovalofthatchis criticaltomaintenance
ofa
healthylawn.Excessive
thatchprevents
air,waterand
fertilizerfromreaching
the roots.Toeffectively
dislodge
excessive
thatchfromyourlawn,readtheseinstructions
forproperadjustment
andoperation
ofthedethatcher.

OPERATING
TIPS
Varythevehicle'sforwardspeeduntilthebest
dethatching
actionis achieved.
Forbestresults,usea crisscrosspatternonyour
lawn.

ADJUSTMENT
OFTINESHIELD
• Movethetowingvehicleontoa levelsurface,such
asa drivewayor garagefloorandattachthetine
dethatcher
tothevehiclehitch.Seefigure7.
Lowerthedethatcherintooperating
positionusingthe
lifthandle.Loosenthetwonylocknutsandcarriage
boltswhichfastenthe hitchmountarmstothehitch
armmountbracketsattherearofthetineshield.
Adjustthetineshielduntilit is levelandboththefront
andrearspringtinesarein contactwiththeground.
Retighten
thehexnuts.Seefigure7.
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CARRIAGE BOLT
& NYLOCK NUT
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Ifthedethatcher
appearstobe"jumping"during
use,thenextraweightshouldbeaddedtothetine
shield.Inmostconditions
extraweightwillbe needed.
Concretepatioblocksarerecommended
forweight
becauseoftheirlowprofile;howeveranytypeof
weightis suitableif itcanbetieddownto theshield.
Secureweightby usingsuitablebindingmaterialsuch
as rubbertie downstrapsorwire,fasteningtothe
holesintheshieldflange.Seefigure8.

HITCH
MOUNT
ARMS

FIGURE 7

CUSTOMER

FIGURE 8

RESPONSiBiLITIES

Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Fill in dates as you
complete regular service.
Check for loose fasteners
Lubrication

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Before each use check all nuts and bolts for tightness.
Lubricate wheels at least once a year or as needed.
If rust appears on the shield or spring tines, sand
lightly and coat with enamel paint.
Always store in a dry area, and coat exposed metal
with light oil when not in use.

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To remove a spring tine, insert a screw driver or
punch into the locking tab and pry up. Replace spring
tine and pry tab down. See figure 9.
SCREW
DRIVER

FIGURE 9
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MODELS 486.243152,

486.24316

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Hitch Arm Mount Bracket
Hitch Bracket
Spring Tine
Spring Alignment Wire
Wheel
Tine Shield
Hitch Mount Arm
Lift Plate
Axle Bracket
Lift Handle
Shoulder Bolt

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Angle Bracket

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DESCRIPTION

Nylock Nut, 3/8-16
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/4"
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"
Nylock Nut, 5/16-18
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"
Handle Grip
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 2"
Hitch Pin, 3/8" (Flat Head)
Hair Cotter Pin, 1/8"
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