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Owner's Manual

40" PLUG AERATOR

IVlodel No. 486.24326

DO NOT RETURN TO STORE

For Missing Parts or Assembly

Questions Call 1-868-576-8388

CAUTION:

Before using this product, read

this manual and follow all Safety

Rules and Operating Instructions.

*Safety

*Assembly

*Operation

*Maintenance

*Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.sears com/cra ftsma n

PRINTED JNUSA FORM NO.40016 (1/06)

SAFETYRULES..............................................................2

FULLSIZEHARDWARECHART....................................3

CARTONCONTENTS.....................................................4

ASSEMBLY......................................................................4

OPERATION....................................................................8

MAINTENANCE............................................................10

STORAGE.....................................................................10

REPAIRPARTSILLUSTRATION..................................12

REPAIRPARTSLIST....................................................13

PARTSORDERING/SERVICE.......................BackCover

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY

When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Plug Aerator fails due to a defect in

material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, carl 1-8OO-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair (or

replacement if repair proves impossible).

If this product is used for commercial or rental purpose& this warranty appNes 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 MODEL NUMBER: 48624326

decal attached to the aerator. SERIAL NUMBER:

You should record both the serial number and the date of DATE OF PURCHASE:

purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.

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

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 vehic_e 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 plug

aerator attachment, and do not allow adults to operate

without proper instructions.

This aerator attachment has sharp knife points

Always handle with care and wear substantial foot

wear when operating this aerator

• Do not allow anyone to ride or sit on plug aerator

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 ru{es 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 outEined 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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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS

Key

Oty,

Description

Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 3-1/2" Lg

Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1-3/4" Lg

Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1-1/4" Lg

Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" Lg.

Hex Bolt, 5/16" × 3/4" Lg.

Hair Cotter Pin_ Large

Hitch Pin

Nylock Jam Nut, 1/2"

Nylock Nut, 3/8"

Nylock Nut, 5/16"

Nylock Nut, 1/4"

Jam Nut, 1/2"

Key

Qty. Description

1 Nylock Nut, 1/2"

4 Flat Washer, 3/4"

4 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 3/4"

1 Clevis Pin

1 Hair Cotter Pin, Small

1 Spacer Tube, 3.70" Long

1 SpacerTube, 1" Long

4 SpacerTube, 1.33" Long

2 Stop Bracket

1 Handle Grip

8 Split Plastic Bearing

CARTON CONTENTS

1. Tray

2 WheelBrackets(2)

3 MiddleBrace

4 HitchBracket

5 Tongue

6 EndPlates(2)

7 LiftHandle

8 LiftLeverAssembly

9. SingleSpoolAssemblies(2)

10.Shaft

1t. DoubleSpoolAssemblies(2)

12.Wheels(2)

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

(2) 7/t6" wrenches

(2) 1/2" wrenches

(2) 9/16" wrenches

(2) 3/4" wrenches or adjustable wrenches

*Attach the lift lever assembly to the two holes in the

middle of the shaft using two 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolts

(B) and a 1/4" nyiock nuts (K). Tighten• See figure 1.

LIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY

1/4" NYLOCK

NUT (K)

1/4" x 1-3/4"

HEX BOLT (B)

FIGURE 1

CAUTION: Points of aerator knives

are sharp! Exercise caution at all times

while assembling and using the aerator

• Push split plastic bearings (Y) into both ends of all

single and double spool assemblies. See figure 2

SPLIT

BEARING (Y)

SPLIT

BEARING (Y)

SPLIT [

BEARING (Y) ;_

/ /

SPLIT

BEARING (Y)

FIGURE 2

• Identify the short end of the shaft• Assemble a 1" long

spacer (S), a single spool assembly, a 133" long

spacer (T), a double spool assembly, another 1.33"

long spacer (T) and a 3/4" flat washer (N) onto the

short end of the shaft• See figure 3

1.33" LONG

3/4" FLAT SPACER (T)

WASHER (N)

1.33" LONG

SPACER (T)

DOUBLE SPOOL

ASSEMBLY /

SINGLE SPOOL

ASSEMBLY

1" LONG

SPACER (S)

SHORT END

OF SHAFT

FIGURE 3

• Assemble the end plates to the ends of the tray using

four 5/18" x 3/4" hex bolts (E) and four 5/16" nylock

nuts (J) for each end plate. Do not tighten until final

step. See figure 5.

,5/16" x 3/4"

'_, HEX BOLT (E)

5/16" NYLOCK \

NUT (J)

FIGURE 8

• Assemble the middle brace onto the long end of

the shaft with the bent end of the brace facing the lift

lever Next assemble a 370" long spacer (R), a single

spool assembly, a 133" long spacer (T), a double

spool assembly, a 133" long spacer (T) and a 3/4" flat

washer (N) onto the long end of the shaft• See figure

LIFT MIDDLE

LEVER BRACE

3.70" LONG

SPACER(R)

133" LONG

SPACER (T)

SINGLE SPOOL

ASSEMBLY

DOUBLE SPOOL

ASSEMBLY 1.33" LONG

SPACER (T)

• Assemble the tongue to the tray using four 3/8" x 1"

hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts (I) as shown in

figure 6. Tighten.

Assemble the two stop brackets (U) to the tongue

using four 1/4" x 3/4" hex bolts (O) and 1/4" nylock

nuts (K). Tighten. See figure 6

STOP

BRACKET

1/4" x 3/4'

HEX BOLT (O) \3/8" NYLOCK

NUT (I)

1/4" NYLOCK

NUT (K)

3/4" FLAT

WASHER (N)

FIGURE 4REAR VIEW FIGURE 8

• Assemble the hitch bracket to the tongue using two

3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D), and two 3/8" nylock nuts (l)

Tighten. See figure 7

• Assemble the hitch pin (G) through the hitch bracket

and the tongue Secure the hitch pin with the large

hairpin cotter (F). See figure 7.

HITCH

PIN (G) 3/8" x 1"

HEX BOLT (D)

// //

;:: _ 3/8 NYLOCK

NUT(I)

HITCH -- LARGE HAIRPIN

BRACKET COTTER (F)

FIGURE 7

• Assemble a whee{ to a wheel bracket as shown in

figure 9. Use a 1/2" x 3-1/2" hex bolt (A), one 1/2"

hex iam nut (L), and one 1/2" ny]ock jam nut (H).

Adjust the nuts so that the wheel is held securely with

minimum end play but will spin freely. Repeat on other

side• See figure 9.

1/2" NYLOCK

JAM NUT (H)

1/2" JAM NUT (L)

FIGURE 9UPSIDE DOWN ViEW

• Turn the tray upside down Standing behind the tray,

place the long end of the shaft through the end plate

on your dght as shown in figure 8. Place the other end

of the shaft through the end plate on your left. Make

sure the bent end of the middle brace rests flat inside

the tongue.

• Assemble a 3/4" flat washer (N) and a wheel bracket

onto each end of the shaft. Turn each wheel bracket

to point in the opposite direction from the lift lever

Secure each wheel bracket with a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex

bolt (B) and 1/4" nylock nut (K). Tighten See figure 8.

NUT (K)

LIFT LEVER

FIGURE 8

3/4" FLAT

WASHER (N)

1/4" x 1-3/4"

_ HEX BOLT (B)

UPSIDE DOWN VIEW

Tip the aerator onto the back edge of the tray Fasten

the middle brace to the bottom of the tongue using

two 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" nylock nuts (I). Do

not tighten until final step• See figure 10.

_g JJ

MIDDLE

BRACE

FIGURE 10

Turnthelifthandleasshowninfigure11andattachit

tothesideoftheliftleverthatisindicated.Usea 1/2"

x 1-1/4"hexbolt(C)and1/2"nylocknut(M)inthe

bottomholeandtheclevispinandsmallhairpincotter

inthetopholeTighter,theboltandnut.Seefigure11

* Pushthegrip(V)ontothelifthandle.Seefigure11.

• Performthefollowingstepsinsequencetotightenthe

boltsandnutsthatremainloose.Refertofigure12

a Turntheaeratorupright,thenlockthelifthandle

intothetransportposition

b Tightentheeightboltsatthecornersofthetray.

c Tightenthetwoboltswhicbfastenthemiddle

bracetothebottomofthetray.

/y:::: .

CLEVIS PIN

1/2" × 1-1/4"

HEX BOLT (C)

FIGURE 11

FIGURE 12

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KNOWYOUR PLUG AERATOR

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your plug aerator.

Compare the illustration below with your aerato_ to familiarize yourself wkh the various controls and their locations.

LIFT HANDLE

STOP BRACKETS

LIFT HANDLE Raises the aerator to the transport position and lowers it to the operating position

STOP BRACKETS Locks the lift handle in the transport position (upper bracket) or operating position (lower bracket).

BEFORE STARTING HOW TO USE YOUR PLUG AERATOR

,Mow the lawn and remove loose clippings prior to use

of the aerator

If the soil is extremely hard and dry, it is

recommended that it be sprinkled or watered down for

one or two hours prior to aerating

CAUTION: Points of aerator knives are

sharp! Exercise caution at all times while

using the aerator

CAUTION: Vehicle braking and stability

may be affected by the addition of an

accessory or attachment Be aware of

changing conditions on slopes

Aerating means pulling small soil plugs, ranging up

to three inches in length, from the soil to create small

reservoirs that will bring oxygen, fertilizer and water

down into the roots. For best aerator performance, the

following lawn preparations and operating procedures are

recommended

• Start tractor engine with controls in neutral and place

throttle at slow engine speed.

• Engage shift lever at lowest possible forward speed

and lower aerator, allowing plugger points to enter the

ground. Increase speed as conditions permit.

•Aerate in the straightest line possible, making

overlapping passes to increase the plugger point

pattern

•Avoid extremely sharp turns with plugger points

engaged in ground to prevent damage to lawn

• DO NOT cross over walks or drives without first

raising the aerator to the transport position.

•On sloped lawns, always aerate in an up and down

direction. DO NOT attempt to follow the contour of the

ground.

• DONOTattempttoaerateif groundistoowet,or

muddy.

•Due to possible small rocks and gravel which can be

present in aerated soil plugs, it is recommended that

the plugs be raked; otherwise damage to the lawn

mower blades may arise, especially when reel type

mowers are used.

• To increase the depth of plugger point penetration,

up to 140 Ibs. of weight, such as bags of sand or (4)

concrete block& may be added to the tray. The weight

can be secured to the tray with ties or straps fastened

to the front and rear of the tray Fasten so that the ties

or straps cannot become entangled on rotating parts.

See figure 13

CAUTION: To prevent injury, dismount

from the tractor to raise or lower

aerator containing added weight

FIGURE 13

1!,

CUSTOMER 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

Cleaning

Lubrication

CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS

• Before each use make a thorough visual check of the

plug aerator for any bolts and nuts which may have

loosened Retighten any loose bolts and nuts

xxx

LUBRICATION

•Lubricate wheels as needed.

, Oil the spool assemblies and shaft as needed.

CLEANING

•Clean dirt off of aerator knives after each use BE

CAREFUL OF SHARP EDGES WREN CLEANING.

• Plugger points can periodically be sharpened with a

small grinder to maintain good penetration. Points

should be removed to sharpen. Follow original angle

and contour of points when grinding.

° Clean the aerator and store in a dry area Coat

exposed metal with light oil to prevent rust

REPAIR PARTS FOR PLUG AERATOR MODEL 486.24328

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13 1

29 13 36

23 27

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22 19

12 14

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23 23

17 35

31 _32

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NO.

REPAIR PARTS FOR 40" PLUG AERATOR MODEL 486.24326

PART iQTY. DESCRIPTION REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION

NO NO NO.

1 25853 1 Tray 21 43019 2 Hex Jam Nut, 1/2-13 Thd

2 24823 1 Middle Brace 22 43009 4 Flat Washer, 3/4"

3 24619 2 End Plate 23 741-0493A 8 Split Bearing, 3/4"

4 25864 1 Lift Handle 24 45151 1 Spacer, 3.70" Long

5 25800 1 Tongue 25 44494 4 Spacer, 1.33" Long

6 25801 1 Shaft 26 712-3083 1 Hex Nylock Nut 1/2"

7 23687 1 Hitch Bracket 27 44500 1 Spacer, 1.00" Long

8 46503 2 Wheel 28 43943 1 Grip

9 63931 2 Wheel Bracket Assembly 29 47623 1 Hitch Pin, 3/8" Flat Head

10 63929 2 Spool Assembly (Double) 30 43343 1 Hair Cotter Pin, 3/32"

11 63930 2 Spool Assembly (Single) 31 24924 24 Knife, Aerator

12 65336 1 Lift Bracket Assembly 32 43080 24 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"

13 43001 8 Hex Bolt, 3/8-18 x 1" Long 33 HA21362 8 Hex Nylock Nut 3/8"

14 43055 1 Hairpin, 3/32 x 18 34 47189 8 Hex Nylock Nut 1/4"

15 43351 1 Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 1-1/4" Long 35 43088 24 Lockwasher 5/16"

16 43182 8 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4" Long 36 43012 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4" Long

17 47810 32 Hex Nylock Nut 5/16" 37 25665 2 Lift Stop Bracket

18 48115 2 Hex Nylock Jam Nut 1/2" 38 44056 1 Clevis Pin

19 1509-69 4 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4" Long 40016 1 Owners Manual

20 46528 2 Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 3-1/2" Long

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