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Owner's

Manual

40" PLUG AERATOR
DO NOT

RETURN

TO STORE

For Missing Parts or Assembly
Questions
Call 1-868-576-8388

IVlodel No. 486.24326

CAUTION:

* Safety
* Assembly

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

* Operation
* Maintenance
* Parts

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman
www.sears com/cra ftsma n
PRINTED JN USA

Estates,

IL 60179

U.S.A.
FORM NO. 40016 (1/06)

SAFETYRULES
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STORAGE
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REPAIRPARTSILLUSTRATION
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FULLSIZEHARDWARE
CHART....................................
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CARTON
CONTENTS
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REPAIRPARTS
LIST....................................................
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ASSEMBLY
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PARTS
ORDERING/SERVICE
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OPERATION
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MAINTENANCE
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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

This warranty

gives you specific

Sears,

Roebuck

or rental purpose&

this warranty

appNes for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

legal rights, and you may also have other

and Co., D817WA,

Hoffman

Estates,

rights which vary from state to state

IL 60179

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

MODEL NUMBER:

48624326

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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CONTENTS

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"

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Description
Nylock Nut, 1/2"
Flat Washer, 3/4"
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 3/4"
Clevis Pin
Hair Cotter Pin, Small
Spacer Tube, 3.70" Long
SpacerTube, 1" Long
SpacerTube, 1.33" Long
Stop Bracket
Handle Grip
Split Plastic Bearing

CARTON CONTENTS
1. Tray
2 WheelBrackets(2)
3 MiddleBrace
4 HitchBracket

5
6
7
8

Tongue
EndPlates(2)
LiftHandle
LiftLeverAssembly

9. SingleSpoolAssemblies
(2)
10.Shaft
1t. DoubleSpoolAssemblies
(2)
12.Wheels(2)

11
TOOLS

REQUIRED

FOR ASSEMBLY

(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)

7/t6" wrenches
1/2" wrenches
9/16" wrenches
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.

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)

LIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY

SPLIT
BEARING (Y)

1/4" NYLOCK
NUT (K)

BEARING (Y)
SPLIT

[
/

1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (B)

FIGURE

SPLIT
BEARING (Y)
FIGURE
4

•

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
3/4" FLAT
WASHER (N)

•

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.

1.33" LONG
SPACER (T)
,

5/16" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT (E)

'_,
5/16" (J)
NYLOCK
NUT

1.33" LONG
SPACER (T)
/

1" LONG
SPACER (S)

DOUBLE SPOOL
FIGURE

ASSEMBLY

SINGLE SPOOL
ASSEMBLY
FIGURE

•

/
SHORT END
OF SHAFT

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
4
LIFT
LEVER

•

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

MIDDLE
BRACE

3.70" LONG
SPACER (R)
133" LONG
SPACER (T)
STOP
BRACKET

SINGLE SPOOL
ASSEMBLY

1/4" x 3/4'
HEX BOLT (O)

DOUBLE SPOOL
ASSEMBLY

1.33" LONG

3/8" NYLOCK
NUT (I)

SPACER (T)
1/4" NYLOCK
NUT (K)

3/4" FLAT
WASHER (N)
FIGURE

REAR VIEW

FIGURE
5

•

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.

•

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

HITCH
PIN (G)

JAM NUT (H)

3/8" x 1"
HEX BOLT (D)

1/2" JAM NUT (L)
//

; :: _
HITCH
BRACKET
FIGURE

•

3/8 NYLOCK

NUT(I)
LARGE HAIRPIN
COTTER (F)
FIGURE

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.

UPSIDE

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.

NUT (K)

_g
MIDDLE
BRACE

LIFT LEVER
3/4" FLAT
WASHER (N)
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FIGURE

FIGURE 10
1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT

(B)

UPSIDE DOWN VIEW

DOWN ViEW

Turnthelifthandleas shownin figure11andattachit
tothesideofthe liftleverthatis indicated.
Usea 1/2"
x 1-1/4"hexbolt(C)and1/2"nylocknut(M)inthe
bottomholeandtheclevispinandsmallhairpincotter
inthetopholeTighter,theboltandnut.Seefigure11
* Pushthegrip(V)ontothelifthandle.Seefigure11.

/y::::

• Performthefollowingstepsinsequence
totightenthe
boltsandnutsthatremainloose.Refertofigure12
a Turntheaeratorupright,thenlockthelifthandle
intothetransportposition
b Tightentheeightboltsatthecornersofthetray.
c Tightenthetwoboltswhicbfastenthe middle
bracetothe bottomofthetray.

CLEVIS PIN

1/2" × 1-1/4"
HEX BOLT (C)

FIGURE
iiJ

FIGURE

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

BEFORE
,

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

STARTING

HOW TO USE YOUR

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

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

AERATOR

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
•

CAUTION:

PLUG

•
•
•

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 groundis toowet,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.

1!,

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
FIGURE

CAUTION: To prevent injury, dismount
from the tractor to raise or lower
aerator containing added weight

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
•

x
FOR

LOOSE

LUBRICATION

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

Lubricate wheels as needed.
Oil the spool assemblies and shaft as needed.

CLEANING
• Clean dirt off of aerator knives after each use BE
CAREFUL

•

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
9

OF SHARP

EDGES

WREN

CLEANING.

REPAIR PARTS FOR PLUG AERATOR
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MODEL 486.24328

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REPAIR PARTS FOR 40" PLUG AERATOR
RER
NO.

PART
NO

iQTY.

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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20

25853
24823
24619
25864
25800
25801
23687
46503
63931
63929
63930
65336
43001
43055
43351
43182
47810
48115
1509-69
46528

1
1
2
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
1
8
1
1
8
32
2
4
2

DESCRIPTION

REF.
NO

Tray
Middle Brace
End Plate
Lift Handle
Tongue
Shaft
Hitch Bracket
Wheel
Wheel Bracket Assembly
Spool Assembly (Double)
Spool Assembly (Single)
Lift Bracket Assembly
Hex Bolt, 3/8-18 x 1" Long
Hairpin, 3/32 x 1 8
Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 1-1/4" Long
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4" Long
Hex Nylock Nut 5/16"
Hex Nylock Jam Nut 1/2"
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4" Long
Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 3-1/2" Long

21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38

PART
NO.

MODEL 486.24326
QTY.

43019
2
43009
4
741-0493A 8
45151
1
44494
4
712-3083
1
44500
1
43943
1
47623
1
43343
1
24924
24
43080
24
HA21362
8
47189
8
43088
24
43012
4
25665
2
44056
1
40016
1

DESCRIPTION

Hex Jam Nut, 1/2-13 Thd
Flat Washer, 3/4"
Split Bearing, 3/4"
Spacer, 3.70" Long
Spacer, 1.33" Long
Hex Nylock Nut 1/2"
Spacer, 1.00" Long
Grip
Hitch Pin, 3/8" Flat Head
Hair Cotter Pin, 3/32"
Knife, Aerator
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"
Hex Nylock Nut 3/8"
Hex Nylock Nut 1/4"
Lockwasher 5/16"
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4" Long
Lift Stop Bracket
Clevis Pin
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