Craftsman 36 In Spike Aerator Owners Manual

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36" SPIKE AERATOR
Model No. 486.243361
Owner's Manual
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read
this manual and follow all Safety
Rules and
Operating Instructions.
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 40505 (12/06)
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY
Safety Rules .............................................................2
Warranty ...................................................................2
Full Size Hardware Chart .........................................3
Assembly ..................................................................4
Operation ..................................................................6
Maintenance .............................................................6
Storage .....................................................................6
Repair Parts Illustration ............................................7
Repair Parts List .......................................................7
Parts Ordering/Service ............................ Back Cover
SAFETY
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rst(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.
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specic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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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS
1
2
3
4
5
6
1. End Plate (2)
2. Frame Angle (2)
3. Spike Disk (9)
4. Axle
5. Hitch Bracket (2)
6. Hitch Mount Arm (2)
Hardware Pack (Shown above)
Ref. Qty. Description
A 4 Bolt, Carriage, 5/16" x 1"
B 12 Bolt, Hex, 5/16" x 3/4"
C 2 Bolt, Hex, 5/16" x 1-1/4"
D 2 Bolt, Hex, 5/16" x 2"
E 2 Spring Pin, 1/4" x 1-1/4"
F 1 Hair Cotter Pin
G 20 Nut, Nylock 5/16"
Ref. Qty. Description
H 11 Flanged Bearing
I 6 Spacer Tube, Long
J 2 Spacer Tube, Short
K 2 Spring
L 1 Hitch Pin
M 4 Hitch Arm Mount Bracket
CARTON CONTENTS
A B C D E
F
HIJ
L
M
G
SHOWN ACUTAL SIZE NOT SHOWN ACUTAL SIZE
K
4
ASSEMBLY
5/16" x 3/4"
HEX BOLTS (8)
5/16" NYLOCK NUTS (8)
FRAME ANGLE
(BEND UP)
FRAME ANGLE
(BEND DOWN)
END PLATE (2)
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 3
CAUTION: The spike disks have sharp
points. To avoid injury, use extra care when
handling the disks and when assembling
the aerator.
• Insert the end of the axle through one of the end
plates.Seegure4.
• Assemble onto the axle, in order, a short spacer, a
spikediskandaspring.Seegure4.
NOTE: All spike disks should face the same direction.
• Next, starting with a spike disk, assemble seven spike
disksandsixlongspacersontotheaxle.Seegure4.
• 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gure4.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(2) 1/2" open or boxed end wrench
(1) Hammer
Lay out and identify all parts and hardware as shown in
Carton Contents and Hardware Pack illustrations.
• Assemble the two frame angles (one with the bend
up and the other with the bend down) to the two end
plates using eight 5/16" x 3/4" hex bolts and eight
5/16" nylock nuts. Make sure that the frame is squared
up, and then tighten.Seegure1.
• 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angedbearingontothe
axleasshown.Seegure2.
FIGURE 4
SPRING PIN
FLANGED BEARING
FIGURE 2
FLANGED
BEARING
SPIKE DISK
• Carefullypressorhammeraangedbearinginto
eachspikediskfromthesideshowningure3.
5
• 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gure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gure6
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 8
• Assemble the hitch mount arms to the outside of the
fourhitcharmmountbracketsasshowningure7.
Use four 5/16" x 1" carriage bolts and four 5/16" nylock
nuts. Do not tighten yet. Seegure7.
FIGURE 7
FIGURE 5
• 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gure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gure8.Do not tighten yet.
(4) HITCH ARM
MOUNT
BRACKETS
(4) 5/16" NUTS
(NYLOCK)
(4) 5/16" x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLTS
HITCH MOUNT ARMS
(2) 5/16" x 2"
HEX BOLTS
(2) 5/16" x 1-1/4" HEX BOLTS
(2) 5/16" NUTS
(NYLOCK)
HITCH BRACKETS
HITCH MOUNT ARMS
(2) 5/16" NUTS
(NYLOCK)
5/16" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT
5/16" x 3/4"
HEX BOLT
HITCH ARM
MOUNT BRACKETS
5/16" NUTS
(NYLOCK)
REAR FRAME
ANGLE
FRONT FRAME
ANGLE
• Slideaangedbearingontotheaxleandpushitinto
theholeintheendplate.Seegure5.
• Drive a spring pin into the hole in the axle until the pin
just extends through the other side of the axle. The
spring pins secure the axle in the frame and should
alsopreventtheaxlefromrotating.Seegure5.
FLANGED
BEARING
SPRING PIN
• Tightentheboltsassembledingure6.
Tightentheboltsassembledingure7.
Tightentheboltsassembledingure8.
• Attach the aerator to your tractor using the hitch pin
and the hair cotter pin.
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OPERATION
CAUTION: Spike disks have sharp
points. Exercise caution at all times when
using the aerator.
BEFORE 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gure9.
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.
• 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gure9.
Service Dates
Check for loose fasteners X
Check for worn or damaged parts X X
Cleaning X X
Lubricate Spike Disk Hubs X
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Fill in dates as you
complete regular service.
Before each use
After each use
Every season
Before storage
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the maintenance procedures listed in this section.
• 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.
MAINTENANCE/STORAGE
FIGURE 9
STRAP
CONCRETE BLOCK
HITCH MOUNT ARMS
HITCH ARM
MOUNT BRACKET
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PARTS
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
11 23981 2 Bracket, Hitch
12 23914 2 Arm, Hitch Mount
13 23442 4 Bracket, Hitch Arm Mount
14 44326 4 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1"
15 47777 2 Spring
16 23353 1 Hitch Pin
17 43840 2 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4"
18 44180 2 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 2"
19 43343 1 Hair Cotter Pin
40505 1 Owner's Manual
REF. PART QTY. DESCRIPTION
NO. NO.
1 24012 2 Angle Frame
2 24332 9 Disc, Spike
3 45151 6 Spacer Tube, Long
4 741-0249 11 Bearing, Flanged
5 26143 1 Axle
6 23903 2 End Plate
7 44665 2 Pin, Spring
8 43182 12 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4"
9 47810 20 Nut, Nylock 5/16-18
10 48130 2 Spacer Tube, Short
PARTS LIST FOR 36" SPIKE AERATOR MODEL NO. 486.243361
A
B
C
D
17
18
11
11
12
12
10
5
3
2 4
A
B
D
C
8
8
8
8
1
1
6
6
13
13
13
13
8
8
14
99
99
7
7
16
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
15
16
19
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