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owners
manual
1985 MODELS & AFTER
1984 & PRIOR MODELS
Model No.
486.254072
42"
SNOW BLAD
CAUTION:
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair
Sears,
Roebuck
Parts
and
Co.,
Chicago,
Ill.
60684
.PRINTED
,(
.....
U.S.A.
IN U.S.A.
'
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONS
Remember, any power equipment
to operate the equipment.
Exercise caution
1.
=
can cause injury if operated improperly
or if the user does not understand how
at all times, when using power equipment.
Read the Owners Manuals and know
attachment.
Never operate lawn tractor
operation of controls.
how
to operate
and snow blade without
3.
Never allow children to operate
instructions.
4.
Always begin with
required.
lawn tractor
transmission
in first
42" SNOW BLADE
BLADE
lawn tractor,
before
wearing proper clothing
using with
the snow blade
suited to weather conditions
gear and engine at low speed, and gradually
CONTENTS
increase speed as
(Also see page 4)
HEAD ASS'Y.
!
CHANNEL
LI FT BRACKET
ASS'Y.
A
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FIGURE
Key Qty.
A
B
C
D
E
1
1
2
4
4
1
Description
Angle Lock Bar (long)
Angle Lock Bar (short)
Carriage Bolt, 3/8"-16 x 1.0"
Lock washer, 3/8"
Hex Nut, 3/8"-16
and
and snow blade, and do not allow adults to operate without proper
(low)
CARTON
your
Key Qty.
F
G
H
I
J
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1
1
2
2
1
Description
Angle Lock Spring
Roll Pin, 1/4" x 1.0"
Hex Head Bolt, 3/8":16 x 1.0" (H.T.)
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1.0"
Blade Adjust Spring Ass'y.
ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED
(1)
(1)
(2)
(2)
INSTRUCTIONS
Tighten the 3/8" hex nuts (E) holding
lock bars together..See figure 3.
.
the angle
FOR ASSEMBLY
.
Pliers'
Small Hammer
1/2" open or boxed end wrench
9/16" open or boxed end wrench
Assemble channel assembly to blade head assembly
by sliding one end of bar into bracket and then
sliding back and secure with two 1/8" x 1.0"
cotter pins (I). See figures 1 and 4.
LOCKING
Before attempting
to assemble the blade, layout the
blade head assembly, channel assembly and all other
parts, as shown in figure 1.
HEX NUTS
) and Bottom),.: .._.
ADJUST
Assemble long angle lock bar (A), and short angle
lock bar (B) together
using two 3/8" x 1.0"
carriage bolts (C), 3/8"
lock washers (D)and
3/8" hex nuts (E), Do Not Tighten. See figures
1 and 2.
°
BRACKET
__CHANNE L
FIGURE
.
FIGURE
,
,
2
4
Assemble blade adjust spring (J) hook end in the
middle of rod bracket located between pivot bolt
and angle lock bars. Remove plastic cap and top
hex nut and adjust bottom nut to approximately
one inch or more down from end of adjusting bolt
threads. Assemble adjusting bolt through hole in
top of blade head and lock in position with top
hex nut. Replace plastic cap over end of adjusting
bolt threads. See figures 1 and 4.
Assemble angle lock spring (F) through angle
lock bars positioning
end hook as shown. See
Figures 1 and 2.
Assemble hook of angle lock spring into hole of
bracket under pivet bolt. Pull lock bars up to
extend spring just enough to allow assembly of
angle lock bars down through slot inpivot bracket
and channel. See figures 2 and 3.
BLADE HEAD ASS'Y.
SPRING
ADJUSTABLE
HANNEL
ANGLE
(H)
(D)
(E)
ASS'Y.
LOCK BARS
3/8" x 1.0" HEX HD. BOLTS
3/8" LOCK WASHERS
3/8" HEX NUTS
LI Fr
FIGURE
,
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FIGURE3
4 .....Assemble 1/4" x !.0,.'.roll.pin (G) through slot in
channel and hole in end of lock bars centering roll
pin below channel. See figures 1 and 3 ......
5
Assemble lift bracket to end of channel assembly
using two 3/8" x 1.0" hex head bolts (H). 3/8"
lock washers (D) and 3/8" hex nuts
(E). See
figures
1 and 5. '
9. Check all fasteners for tightness;
.
...
ii :
" " "(continued next
3
page)
42"
SNOW
BLADE
CARTON
CONTENTS
(Also see page 2)
A
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MIDDLE
HOLE--(See note after
step 3).
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FIGURE
Key
A
B
C
D
F
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Qty.
2
1
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USE ON
1984 & PRIOR TRACTORS
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TRACTO__
6
Description
Mounting Bracket
Lift Arm ( For 1984 & Prior Tractors)
Lift Link
Lift Arm ( 1985 Tractors)
Carriage Bolt, 3/8"-16 x 1.0"
Lock Washer, 3/8"
Key
H
I
J
K
L
M
LAWN TRACTOR
IDENTIFICATION.
Qty.
8
2
2
2
2
2
Description
Hex Nut, 3/8-16
Hex Head Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1.0"
Hex Head Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1.25"
Flat Washer, 3/8"
Hair Pin Cotter, 5/32"
Pivot Bushing
FRAME
SIDE PANEL
MASTER LIFT
Position)
LEVER
IMPORTANT:
Before proceeding to read Owner's
Manual and attempting
to assemble blade to Lawn
Tractor,
match you tractor with figure 7A or 7B.
FOLLOW ONLY the assembly instructions
given for
the selected tractor, either 1984 and prior models or
1985 models. Before operating
Lawn Tractor and
Snow Blade, read the operation
instructions
and
adjustments
section on page 8.
ASSEMBLY
OF SNOW
TO LAWN TRACTOR
NOTE: Mounting bracket
is required to complete
See page 10.
1.
2.
TRACTOR-1984
& PRIOR
(Cutting Deck Removed)
FIGURE
BLADE
7A
MASTER LIFT
(Up Position)
kit (71-25408 or 71-25409)
blade assembly to tractor.
LEVER
SIDE ACCESS PANEL
Arrange carton contents as shown in figure 6.
Remove cutting deck and belt from lawn tractor.
1985 tractors require removal of mower deck link
arms, R.H. & L.H. (See figure 7C) and belt guide
(See figure 8B).
Mark all loose parts and save for re-assembly.
Refer to Lawn Tractor Owners Manual for cutting
deck removal. See figure 7A or B.
LAWN TRACTOR
(Cutting Deck Removed)
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1985
TRACTOR
FRAME
LH. SIDE
4.
1984&
PRIOR
TRACTORS:
Assemble lift arm (B) to lift link (C) using one
3/8" x 1.25" hex head bolt (J), 3/8" flat washer
(K), pivot bushing (M), 3/8" lock washer(G)and
3/8" hex nut (H) as shown in figure 9A. See figures
6 and 9A.
,
\
L.H. MOWER DECK
LINK ARM
NOTE: On 1985 tractors, the
mower deck link arms (R.H. &
L.H.) must be removed to prevent
interference with blade lift. Arms
and hardware must be saved and
replaced when cutting deck is used.
1985 & AFTER
TRACTORS:
Same as above
6 and 9B.
except
3/8"
.
arm (D). See figures
HEX NUT
3/8"
FIGURE
use lift
7C
LOCK WASHER
3/8" F LAT
WASHER
Assemble mounting brackets (A) to each side of
lawn tractor frame
using four (*) 3/8" x 1.0
carriage bolts (F), 3/8" lock washers (G) and 3/8"
hex nuts (H). See figure 8A or B.
(M) PIVOT
BUSHING
_NOTE: t984 and prior tractors may require only
three 3/8" x 1.0" carriage bolts. A hex bolt can be
removed from right hand side of tractor frame and
reassembled through
middle hole in mounting
bracket (A). See figure 6. Some older style tractors
use four 3/8"
x 1.00" carriage bolts (F) to
complete
assembly.
(F) 1/8"
BOLT
(J) 3/8" x 1.25
HEX HD. BOLT
x 1.0" CARRIAGE
(C) LIFT LINK
3/8"
LOC KWASH ER
(B) LIFT ARM
FIGURE
(A) MOUN
BRACKET (Mounts
TRACTOR FRAME/on
outside of frame).
(1984 & PRIOR)
FIGURE
9A
NUT
8A
NOTE:
Belt guide and hardware
must be removed - R.H. side only.
Save and replace when cutting deck
is used.
(F)
x 1.0" CARRIAGE
(J) 3/8" x 1.25" HEX
HD. BOLT
(C) LIFT
(H) 3/8" HEX
BO LT
(A) MOUNTING
BRACKET
(Mounts on outside
of frame).
FIGURE
1985 TRACTOR
FRAME
LINK
(D) LIFT ARM
8B
FIGURE
5
9B
(continued
on next page)
5.
7.
1984 & PRIOR TRACTORS:
Re-assemble frame side panel and master lift lever
removed in step 5 and return master lift lever to
the up (back) position as shown in figure 7A.
Remove master lift lever by Ioosinging two set
screws and then remove frame
side panel.See
figures 7A and 10A.
NOTE: Position master lift lever in forward (down)
_n
before removing.
1985 TRACTORS:
Replace Side Access Panel. Return master lift lever
to the up (back) position.
1985 TRACTORS:
Remove Side Access Panel. See figures 7B and 10B.
NOTE: Position master'lift lever in forward (down)
position.
.
1984 & PRIOR TRACTORS:
,
Assemble lift arm and lift link, sub-assembled in
step 4, to master lift bracket using two 3/8" x 1.0"
hex head bolts (I), 3/8" lock washers (G) and
3/8" hex nuts (H) as shown in figure 10A or B.
See figures 6 and 10A or B.
Position snow blade assembly in front of lawn
tractor and roll lawn tractor forward
over the
channel until the cross shaft is centered below
mounting brackets (A). See figures 5 and 11.
NOTE: Pivot lift arm assembly upward and hold
_tightening.
See figure 10A or B. The lift
arm (B) or (D) does not require removal to reinstall cutting deck. The lift link (C) should be
removed when re-installing cutting deck.
(G) 3/8"
(H) 3/8" HEX
NUTS
_:
_
•,_
LOcKWASHERS
,
IVIASTER LIFT
i_'_/BRACKET
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LIFT ARM-Bolts to
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of Master
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3/8" FLAT
WASHER
J
MASTER LIFT BRACKET
1984 & PRIOR
TRACTORS
HD. BOLT
LIFT BRACKET
BOLTS TO OUSIDE*
LIFT LINK
JEL
/
*SOME OLDER
DEPTH CONTROL
ADJUSTING KNOB
BLADES
OF
1984 TRACTOR
1985 TRACTOR
HAND SIDE.
SHOWN.
HAS LIFT
LEVER ON RIGHT
BOLT TO INSIDE.
FIGURE
FIGURE
/(H)
(D) LIFT ARM
13
12A
.
3/8"
_NUT
._
HEX
,,
3/8
LOCKWASHER
J
(K) 3/8" FLAT
WASHER
_"-'---(C)
LIFT LINK
PIVOT BUSHING
VIASTER LIFT BRACKET
1985 TRACTORS)
+
(J) 3/8" x 1.25" HEX
HD. BOLT
f
CHANNEL
FIGURE
I.I FT BRACKET
BOLTS TO OUTSIDE
LIFT LINK.
OF
12B
10. Connect lift link
(C) to lift bracket at end of
channel using one 3/8" x 1.25" hex head bolt (J)
3/8" flat washer (K), pivot bushing (M), 3/8"
lock washer (G) and 3/8" hex nut (H) as shown in
figure t2A orB. See figures 6 and 12A or B.
NOTE: Position master lift lever in down position
or block blade in raised position to line up holes in
lift link and lift bracket.
11. Adjust master lift lever movement with depth
control adjusting knob for maximum movement
and to prevent lever from locking in the down lock
notch. See figure 13.
(continued
7
on next
page)
OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
and ADJUSTMENTS
",
The snow blade attachment is designed to move new
loose snow in depths up tO 6" --8".
DO NOT
OPERATE lawn tractor
with snow blade before
reading Complete Owners Manual.
,4- tTZ- :._,,--
LIFT LEVER
.....
"_,
LOCATION (1985 TRACTORS)
,!f_/_~~_
MASTER
{'=::-_-_MASTE R LI FT LEVER
LOCATION (1984 & PRIOR
CAUTION
Hidden objects can cause sudden stops
or change in direction.
1.
Prepare the lawn tractor engine for cold weather
use, following
instructions furnished with lawn
tractor.
2.
Always begin with transmission in first (low) gear
and engine at slow speed and gradually increase
speed as required.
3.
FIGURE
MAINTENANCE
To lift blade and lock for transport pull master
lift lever back and lock in notch. See figure 14.
MASTER LIFT
(Up Position)
LEVER
MASTER
LIFT
=
LEVER
LOCATION FOR 1985
TRACTORS.
ADJUSTABLE SKIDS
4.
14
Blade angle can be adjusted at blade pivot in front
of tractor to the right, center or left by pulling
back on angle lock bars and pivoting the blade
head. See figure 15.
5.
Blade adjust spring tension is adjustable to permit
blade to tilt forward to by pass solid obstructions.
6. Skid shoes may be adjusted by loosening two nuts
and re-positioning
to desired height. See figure 14.
7. DO NOT always push snow in the same direction
causing excessive build up with each successive
pass.
8. If blade is stored in heated area, allow lawn tractor
-and blade to adjust to outdoor temperature before
operating to reduce snow build up and icing on the
metal surfaces.
8
Check bolts and nuts for looseness occasionally
and re-tighten if necessary.
2.
Keep pivot
rust.
3.
Keep front side of blade head clean and waxed
for most efficient operation.
4.
When removing blade for storage make sure to
secure all loose parts and hardware to prevent
loss.
._
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42" BLADE
FIGURE
15
points
oiled to prevent locking
from
NOTES
9
42" Snow Blade Model No.
486.254072
GUIDE MOUNTING
BRACKET
STOCK No. 71-25408
NOTE:
GUIDE MOUNTING
BRACKET
STOCK No. 71-25409
÷
36
37
34
3\
÷ 3_37
31
23
26
10
Guide mounting bracket 71-25408 or 71-25409
is required to complete blade assembly.
REPAIR
PARTS
Ref.
No.
PART No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
17
18
19
20
21
43343
43001
43350
23217
43003
43015
43015
43003
4307O
23137
23216
43087
23318
43003
43015
43349
43262
23130
43348
43263
FULL
FOR 42" SNOW BLADE" MODEL
Qty
2
4
6
1
4
4
2
2
2
2
1
2
2
6
6
2
1
1
1
1
486.254072
DESCRIPTION
Hair Pin Cotter, 5/32"
Bolt, Hext3/8-16 x 1.0" Ig. (H.To)
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1.0" Ig.
Arm, Lift (1984 & Prior Tractors)
Lock Washer, Spring 3/8"
Nut, Hex 3/8-16 Thread
Nut, Hex 3/8-16 Thread
Lock Washer, Spring 3/8"
Washer, Flat 3/8"
Pivot Bushing
Link, Lift
Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1.25" Ig.
Plate, Mount
Lock Washer, Spring 3/8"
Nut, Hex 3/8-16Thread
Roll Pin, 1/4" x .1.0" Ig.
Nut, Hex Lock 1/2-13 Thread
Bracket, Spring Mount
Spring, Angle Lock
Spring, Blade Adjust
SIZE SCALE
IN INCHES
Ref.
No. PART No.
Qty
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
1
1
1
1
1
1
10
4
2
8
1
2
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
FOR REFERENCE:
11
23151
23129
62285
23414
23131
62143
43064
43081
23070
4308O
23117
43079
23118
62142
43331
43083
43010
43264
23433
43771
DESCRIPTION
_
Bar, Angle Lock (short)
Bar, Angle Lock (long)
Channel Assembly
Bracket, Lift
Bolt, Hex (Special) Pivot (H.T.)
Pivot Plate Assembly
Nut, Hex Lock 5/16_18 Thd.
Washer, Flat 5/16"
Shoe, Skid
Bolt, Carraige 5/16-18 x .75" Ig.
Wear Strip - .42"
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1.0" Ig.
Blade Head, 42"
Plate, Reinforcement Assembly
Cap, Plastic
Nut, Hex, 5/16-18 Thread
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1.0" Ig.
Bolt, Hex 5-16-18x 3.0" Full Thd.
Arm, Lift (1985 Tractors)
Owners Manual
I
S_FA/RS
owners
manual
Model No.
486.254072
Always mention the Model Number
repair parts for your Snow B Jade.
when requesting service or
A_I parts listed herein may be ordered
Center and most Sears stores.
WHEN ORDERING
REPAIR
FOLLOWING
INFORMATION:
OTHE
Q'FHE
OTHE
OTHE
How to Order
Repair
Parts
PARTS,
from any Sears Service
ALWAYS
GIVE
THE
PART NUMBER
PART DESCRIPTION
MODEL NUMBER
NAME OF MERCHANDISE
If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will
be electronically
transmitted
to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for "expedited
handling".
i
Sears,
FORM NO. 43771 2/85
Roebuck
and
Co.,
Chicago,
Ill.
60684
U.S.A.
PRINTEDIN U.S.A.
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