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Owner's Manual

CRRFr MRN°
36" SPIKE AERATOR
DO NOT RETURN

Model No. 486.243361

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

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CAUTION:
Before using this product, read
this manual and follow all Safety
Rules and
Operating

Sears,

Instructions.

Roebuck and Co., Hoffman

TO STORE

Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Parts

Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.sears.com/craftsman
PRINTED

IN U.S.A.

FORM

NO. 40505

(12/06)

Safety Rules .............................................................
Warranty ...................................................................
Full Size Hardware Chart .........................................
Assembly ..................................................................
Operation ..................................................................

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Maintenance .............................................................
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Sto rage .....................................................................
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Repair Parts Illustration ............................................ 7
Repair Parts List .......................................................
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Parts Ordering/Service ............................ Back Cover

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 the 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 spike
aerator attachment, and do not allow adults to operate
without proper instructions.
Wear eye protection when operating the aerator.
Wear substantial footwear when operating the aerator.
Do not allow anyone to ride or sit on spike 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 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!!
alert!! Your safety is involved.

Become

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ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Spike Aerator fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, 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

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Description
Bolt, Carriage, 5/16" x 1"
Bolt, Hex, 5/16" x 3/4"
Bolt, Hex, 5/16" x 1-1/4"
Bolt, Hex, 5/16" x 2"
Spring Pin, 1/4" x 1-1/4"
Hair Cotter Pin
Nut, Nylock 5/16"

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Description
Flanged Bearing
Spacer Tube, Long
Spacer Tube, Short
Spring
Hitch Pin
Hitch Arm Mount Bracket

CONTENTS

End Plate (2)
Frame Angle (2)
Spike Disk (9)
Axle

5. Hitch Bracket (2)
6. Hitch Mount Arm (2)
Hardware Pack (Shown above)

CAUTION:Thespikediskshavesharp
points.Toavoidinjury,useextracarewhen
handlingthedisksandwhenassembling
theaerator.

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Carefully press or hammer a flanged bearing into
each spike disk from the side shown in figure 3.

TOOLSREQUIRED
FORASSEMBLY
(2) 1/2"openor boxedendwrench
(1) Hammer

FLANGED
BEARING

Layoutandidentifyallpartsandhardware
asshownin
CartonContentsandHardware
Packillustrations.
Assemble
thetwoframeangles(onewiththebend
upandtheotherwiththebenddown)tothetwoend
platesusingeight5/16"x 3/4"hexboltsandeight
5/16"nylocknuts.Makesurethattheframeis squared
up,andthentighten.Seefigure1.

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SPIKE DISK

FIGURE 3

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Insert the end of the axle through one of the end
plates. See figure 4.

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Assemble onto the axle, in order, a short spacer, a
spike disk and a spring. See figure 4.

FRAME ANGLE
(BEND DOWN)
5/16" x 3/4"

NOTE: All spike disks should face the same direction.
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Next, starting with a spike disk, assemble seven spike
disks and six long spacers onto the axle. See figure 4.

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Finally, assemble a spring, a spike disk and a short
spacer onto the axle. Push the end of the axle through
the second end plate. See figure 4.

HEX BOLTS (8)

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5/16" NYLOCK NUTS (8)

END PLATE (2)
FIGURE I

(9) SPIKE DISKS
(2) SPRINGS

Using a hammer, drive a spring pin into a hole in the
axle until the pin just extends through the other side
of the axle. Next, assemble a flanged bearing onto the
axle as shown. See figure 2.

(6) LONG
SPACERS
(2) SHORT
SPACERS

SPRING PIN
FLANGED BEARING

FIGURE 2

FIGURE 4

Slidea flangedbearingontotheaxleandpushit into
theholein theendplate.Seefigure5.
Drivea springpinintotheholeintheaxleuntilthepin
justextendsthroughtheothersideof theaxle.The
springpinssecuretheaxleintheframeandshould
alsopreventtheaxlefromrotating.Seefigure5.
FLANGED
BEARING

Assemble the hitch mount arms to the outside of the
four hitch arm mount brackets as shown in figure 7.
Use four 5/16" x 1" carriage bolts and four 5/16" nylock
nuts. Do not tighten yet. See figure 7.

(4) 5/16" x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLTS

(4) HITCH ARM
MOUNT
BRACKETS

(4) 5116" NUTS
(NYLOCK)

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HITCH MOUNT ARMS
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 7

Attach two hitch arm mount brackets to the middle
holes in the rear frame angle using two 5/16" x 3/4"
hex bolts and two 5/16" nylock nuts. Do not tighten
completely. See figure 6.
Attach two hitch arm mount brackets to the middle
holes in the front frame angle using two 5/16" x 3/4"
hex bolts and two 5/16" nylock nuts. Do not tighten
completely. See figure 6

HITCH ARM
MOUNT BRACKETS

Assemble the ends of the hitch mount arms together
using two 5/16" x 1-1/4" hex bolts and two 5/16"
nylock nuts as shown in figure 8. Do not tighten yet.
Assemble the hitch brackets to the hitch mount arms
using two 5/16" x 2" hex bolts and two 5/16" nylock
nuts as shown in figure 8. Do not tighten yet.

HITCH MOUNT ARMS

5/16" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT

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(2) 5116" NUTS
(NYLOCK)
HITCH BRACKETS

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(2) 5116" NUTS
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FIGURE 8

FRONT FRAME
ANGLE
FIGURE 6

5/16" NUTS
(NYLOCK)

Tighten the bolts assembled in figure 6.
Tighten the bolts assembled in figure 7.
Tighten the bolts assembled in figure 8.
Attach the aerator to your tractor using the hitch pin
and the hair cotter pin.

CAUTION:Spikediskshavesharp
points.Exercise
cautionatalltimeswhen
usingtheaerator.

BEFORE

To prevent lawn damage, avoid sharp turns.
On sloped lawns aerate in up and down direction. DO
NOT aerate across the face of slopes.
To increase spike point depth penetration add weight
as required. The aerator frame holds up to three
concrete blocks at approximately 35 pounds each.
Weights can be secured to frame with straps or other
binding material. See figure 9.

USING YOUR AERATOR

DO NOT attempt to aerate if ground is muddy.
If ground is extremely hard or dry, it is recommended
that it be watered down for 1 or 2 hours prior to use.
Mow lawn and remove loose clippings prior to use of
lawn aerator.
Attach the aerator to the tractor hitch and check to
see that the aerator is level. Adjust by loosening the
bolts which fasten the hitch mount arms to the hitch
arm mount brackets. Raise or lower the position of the
arms until the aerator is level. See figure 9.

CONCRETE

BLOCK
STRAP

HITCH ARM
MOUNT BRACKET

HOW TO USE YOUR AERATOR
Aerating cuts small holes in the soil to create reservoirs
that bring oxygen, fertilizer and water into the root zone.
For best performance of the spike aerator attachment, the
following lawn preparation and operation is recommended.
Start tractor engine with controls in neutral and place
throttle at slow engine speed.
Engage shift lever into lowest possible forward speed
and increase speed as conditions permit.
Aerate in the straightest line possible, making
overlapping passes to increase spike point pattern.

CUSTOMER

HITCH MOUNT ARMS

FIGURE 9

RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance
MAINTENANCE

procedures listed in this section.

SCHEDULE

Fill in dates as you
complete regular service.
Check for loose fasteners
Check for worn or damaged parts
Cleaning
Lubricate Spike Disk Hubs

Service Dates

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×
×

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Spiker points can be sharpened with a small grinder
periodically to maintain good penetration. Spike disks
should be removed to sharpen points.
Before each use check nuts and bolts for tightness.
Clean after each use. If rust appears on shield or
spikes, sand lightly and coat with enamel paint.

Lubricate the spike disk hubs with a small amount of
light oil or grease at the beginning of each season.
Always store in dry area when not in use. Coat bare
metal with light oil or paint.

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PARTS LIST FOR 36" SPIKE AERATOR
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24332
45151
741-0249
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23903
44665
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DESCRIPTION

Angle Frame
Disc, Spike
Spacer Tube, Long
Bearing, Flanged
Axle
End Plate
Pin, Spring
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4"
Nut, Nylock 5/16-18
Spacer Tube, Short

MODEL NO. 486.243361

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DESCRIPTION

Bracket, Hitch
Arm, Hitch Mount
Bracket, Hitch Arm Mount
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1"
Spring
Hitch Pin
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4"
Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 2"
Hair Cotter Pin
Owner's Manual

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(U.S.A.)

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1-888-SU-HOGAR

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