Craftsman Chipper Vac Riding Mower Attachment Owners Manual

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Operator's Manual

Model No's. 486.25013

CHIP-N-VAC

®

PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 42486 (05/08/12)

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

www.sears.com/craftsman

CAUTION:

Before using this product, read

this manual and follow all Safety

Rules and Operating Instructions.

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts

STOP

DO NOT RETURN TO STORE

For Missing Parts or Assembly

Questions Call 1-866-576-8388

IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped without oil. Add oil before starting

the engine.

IMPORTANT: The wheel bearings are not pre-lubricated.

Fill the wheel hubs with grease after assembling the wheels to the axle.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY ................................................................2

SAFETY RULES ..........................................................3

FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ................................6

CARTON CONTENTS .................................................7

ASSEMBLY ..................................................................8

OPERATION ..............................................................16

MAINTENANCE ........................................................18

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ...............................19

STORAGE .................................................................19

TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................20

REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATIONS .................23,24,26

REPAIR PARTS LISTS ....................................23,25,26

SLOPE GUIDE ..........................................................27

PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ....................Rear Cover

WARRANTY

CRAFTSMAN FULL WARRANTY

FOR ONE YEAR from the date of purchase, this product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship. A

defective product will receive free in-home repair or replacement if repair is unavailable.

WARRANTY SERVICE

For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, call 1-800-659-5917 or visit the web site: www.

craftsman.com

All of the above warranty coverage is void if this riding equipment is ever used while providing commercial services or if

rented to another person.

This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Warranty coverage does NOT include:

• Expendablepartsthatcanwearoutfromnormalusewithinthewarrantyperiod,includingbutnotlimitedtospark

plugs,aircleaners,belts,andoillters.

• Standardmaintenanceservicing,oilchanges,ortune-ups.

• Tirereplacementorrepaircausedbypuncturesfromoutsideobjects,suchasnails,thorns,stumps,orglass.

• Tireorwheelreplacementorrepairresultingfromnormalwear,accident,orimproperoperationormaintenance.

• Repairsnecessarybecauseofoperatorabuse,includingbutnotlimitedtodamagecausedimpactingobjectsthat

bend the frame, axle assembly or crankshaft, or over-speeding the engine.

• Repairsnecessarybecauseofoperatornegligence,includingbutnotlimitedto,electricalandmechanicaldamage

caused by improper storage, failure to use the proper grade and amount of engine oil, failure to keep the product clear of

ammabledebris,orfailuretomaintaintheequipmentaccordingtotheinstructionscontainedintheoperator'smanual.

• Engine(fuelsystem)cleaningorrepairscausedbyfueldeterminedtobecontaminatedoroxidized(stale).Ingeneral,

fuel should be used within 30 days of its purchase date.

• Normaldeteriorationandwearoftheexteriornishes,orproductlabelreplacement.

Thiswarrantygivesyouspeciclegalrights,andyoumayalsohaveotherrightswhichvaryfromstatetostate.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

MODEL NUMBER: 486.25013

SERIAL NUMBER: __________________

DATE OF PURCHASE: __________________

The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal

attached to the engine base.

You should record both the serial number and the

date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future

reference.

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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andfollowallinstructionsinthismanualbeforeattempting

to assemble or operate this equipment. Failure to comply

withtheseinstructionsmayresultinpersonalinjury.Keepthis

manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering

replacement parts.

• Readthisoperatingandserviceinstructionmanualcarefully.

Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of this

power vacuum.

• Readthevehicleownersmanualandvehiclesafeoperation

rules before using this equipment.

• Never allow children under 16 to operate this ChipperVac.

Children 16 years and older should only operate under close

parental supervision.

• Donotallowanyonetooperatethisequipmentwithoutproper

instructions.

• Donotallowpassengerstorideonthisequipmentoronthe

towing vehicle.

• Keeptheareaofoperationclearofallpersons,particularly

small children. Also keep area clear of pets.

• Checkfuelbeforestartingengine.Donotllfueltankindoors,

or when engine is running, or while engine is hot. Wipe off any

spilled fuel before starting engine.

• Engineandmufergethot.Donottouch!Toavoidrehazard,

keep clean of debris and other accumulations.

• NeverstoreChipperVacwithfuelintank.Allowenginetocool

before storing in any enclosure.

• Donotchangeenginegovernorsettings.

• Do not operate engine if air cleaner or cover is removed,

exceptforadjustment.Removalofthesepartscouldcreatea

rehazard.

• Beforecleaning,repairingorinspecting,makecertainallmoving

parts come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and

keepwireawayfromplugtopreventaccidentalstarting.Keep

throttle control lever in stop position.

• IftheChipperVacshouldbecomeblockedwithdebrisatany

point, shut engine off and wait until the impeller comes to a

complete stop before attempting to remove the obstruction.

Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting.

• If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object, or if your

Chipper Vac should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine

immediately, disconnect the spark plug wire and move the wire

away from the spark plug. Allow the machine to stop and take

the following steps.

a. Inspect for damage.

b. Repair or replace any damaged parts.

c. Check for loose parts and tighten to assure

continued safe operation.

• Checkallboltsfortightnessatfrequentintervalstohelpinsure

safe operation.

• Checkvinylhardtopbootfrequentlyforwear.Replaceifworn

or damaged.

• NeveroperateChipperVacunlessdeckadapter,hose,hose

adapter(nozzle),dischargechute(elbow),chipperchuteand

top cover are properly attached in their place.

• Donotremovetopcoverorattempttoemptycontentsofcart

while engine is running.

• Neverattempttochangehoseadapter(nozzle)ortoinstall

remote hose attachment when engine is running.

• Keep all shields and guards (e.g. chipper chute, discharge

chute(elbow)andhoseadapter(nozzle)inplaceandsecurely

attached.

• Keephands,feet,face,longhairandclothingoutofinletand

discharge area. There are ROTATING BLADES inside these

openings.

• Alwayswearsafetyglassesorothersuitableeyeprotection

when operating or maintaining this equipment.

• Wearprotectivegloveswhenfeedingmaterialintothechipper

chute.Avoidloosettingclothing.

• Keepfaceandbodyclearofthechipperchutetoavoidaccidental

bounce back of any material.

• Whenfeedingmaterialintothisequipment,beextremelycareful

thatpiecesofmetal,rocks,bottles,cansorotherforeignobjects

arenotincluded.Personalinjuryordamagetothemachine

could result.

• Do not stand behind cart in exhaust discharge area while

engine is running.

• Donotoperatethisequipmentwhileintoxicatedorwhiletaking

drugs or medication that impairs the senses and reactions.

• Whenusingthisequipment,startwiththevehicletransmission

inrst(low)gearandthengraduallyincreasespeedonlyas

conditions permit.

• Operatethisequipmentatreducedspeedonroughterrain,

along creeks and ditches and on slopes to prevent tipping or

loss of control. Do not drive too close to a creek or ditch.

• Vehicle braking and stabilityareaffectedbytheadditionof

thisequipment.DonotlltheChipperVactoitsfullcapacity

without checking the capability of the towing vehicle to safely

pull and stop with the Chipper Vac attached.

• Beforeoperatingonanygrade(hill)refertothesafetyrules

inthevehicleowner'smanualconcerningsafeoperationon

slopes. Also refer to the SLOPE GUIDE on page 27 of this

owner'smanual. Do not operateon slopes in excessof10

degrees. STAY OFF STEEP SLOPES.

• Followthemaintenanceinstructionsoutlinedinthismanual.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means — Attention!! Become alert!! Your safety

is involved.

DANGER: This Chipper Vac was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this

manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can

resultinseriousinjury.Thisunitiscapableofamputatingngersandhandsandthrowingobjects.

Failuretoobservethefollowingsafetyinstructionscouldresultinseriousinjuryordeath.

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WARNING

• ReadOwner'sManualandallsafetylabelsonmachinebeforestartingandusingmachine.

• DoNotremovetopcoverorattempttoemptycontentsofcartwhileengineisrunning.

• DoNotstandbehindcartinexhaustdischargeareawhileengineisrunning.

• Keephands,feet,face,longhairandclothingoutofchipperinlet,vacinlet,anddischarge

area. There are ROTATING BLADES inside these openings.

• Wearapprovedsafetyglassesandgloves.Avoidloosettingclothes.

• Keeptheareaofoperationclearofallpersons,particularlysmallchildrenandpets.

• Keepallshieldsandguards(e.g.upperchipperchuteextension,dischargechute,nozzle

 assembly)inplaceandsecurelyattached.

• Checkdischargebootfrequentlyforwear.Replaceifwornordamaged.

• Ifunitbecomescloggedorjammed,shutoffenginerightaway.DoNotattempttoclear

 clogorjamwithenginerunning.

• Muferandenginegethotandcancauseburns.DoNotTouch.Toavoidarehazard,

 keepleaves,grassandothercombustibledebrisoffhotmuferandengine.

• DoNotattempttoremoveorattachvacnozzleoroptionalHoseKitwithenginerunning.

• DoNotoperateunitunlessnozzleoroptionalHoseKitissecuredinplace.

• DoNotllgastankwhileengineisrunning.Allowenginetocoolatleast2minutes

 beforerefueling.

HAZARDOUSROTATINGBLADESINSIDE.KEEPHANDSAWAYFROMALL

OPENINGS.DONOTREMOVEORATTACHHOSE,HOSEADAPTER,ELBOWOR

OPTIONALHOSEKITWHENENGINEISRUNNING!

DANGER

WARNING

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near unimproved forest-covered, or

grass-coveredlandunlesstheengine'sexhaustsystemisequippedwithasparkarrestermeetingapplicablelocalorstate

laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other

statesmayhavesimilarlaws.Federallawsapplyonfederallands.Asparkarrestermuferisavailableatyournearest

engineauthorizedservicecenter.

WARNING

MUFFLER & ADJACENT AREAS

MAY EXCEED 150 F

ROTATING CUTTING BLADES.

KEEPHANDSANDFEETOUT

OF OPENINGS WHILE MACHINE

IS RUNNING.

DANGER

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY

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The Hand Wand Attachment, Model 486.24509

providesa12'x5"diameterhosetoclean

around shrubs, patios, window wells and other

areas not accessible to the tractor.

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS

Theseaccessorieswereavailablewhentheunitwaspurchased.TheyarealsoavailableatmostSearsretail

outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model

numbersofyourtractorandChipperVacSystem.

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HARDWAREPACKAGECONTENTS

Seepage14fortheDeckAdapterhardwarepackage.(Contentsnotincludedhere.)

K

P

H

R

M

L

I

J

G F E D C B A

U

VWZAA

X

BB

Y

CC DD

EE

T

SHOWN FULL SIZE

Q

S

N

O

NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE

REF. PART QTY DESCRIPTION

NO. CART VAC

A 43574 3 — HexBolt,3/8"x3"

B 43351 — 1 HexBolt,1/2"x1-1/4"

C 43087 2 — HexBolt,3/8"x1-1/4"

D 1509-90 — 5 HexBolt,1/4"x1-1/4"

E 43661 — 2 HexBolt,1/4"x1"

F 43182 — 6 HexBolt,5/16"x3/4"

G 43012 — 14 HexBolt,1/4"x3/4"

H43866 9 20 HexBolt,1/4"x5/8"

I 47630 — 4 HexBolt,5/16"x3/4"Thd.Forming

J 43814 12 — TrussHeadBolt,5/16"x3/4"

K1543-69 — 6 Nylon Washer

L 43088 2 36 FlatWasher,1/4"

M 43081 — 3 FlatWasher,5/16"

N 43352 — 1 FlatWasher,7/16"

O 43601 4 — FlatWasher,1"

P 47189 9 40 NylockNut,1/4"

REF. PART QTY DESCRIPTION

NO. CART VAC

Q 47810 12 9 NylockNut,5/16"

R712-3083 — 1 NylockNut,1/2"

S HA21362 5 — NylockNut,3/8"

T 43343 1 — HairCotterPin,1/8"

U 43093 2 — CotterPin,1/8"x1-1/2"

V 43014 2 — Hub Cap

W 44678 2 — Spacer Tube

X 23838 2 — Door Support

Y 23540 — 1 Hitch Plate

Z712-0421 — 3 Knob

AA 23789 — 2 Door Latch

BB 43884 1 — Hitch Pin

CC 43790 — 1 TarpStrap,25"

DD 44850 — 4 Tarp Strap (Less Hooks)

EE 44849 — 4 "S"Hooks

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CARTON CONTENTS (Mow-N-Vac Carton)

CARTON CONTENTS (Cart Body Carton)

3

1 2 4

8

12

11

7

9

5

10

13

6

10

5 8

1

7

23

4

6

9

REF. PART NO. QTY DESCRIPTION

1 23507 1 Wheel Support

2 63917 1 Rear Tongue

3 63155 1 Front Tongue

4 49974 1 Hose Hanger Rod

5 23985 2 Cart Body

REF. PART NO. QTY DESCRIPTION

6 41882 1 Hose

7 62458 1 Tailgate Reinforcement Bracket

8 24897 1 Axle

9 24497 1 Latch Stand Bracket

10 42159 2 Wheels

REF. QTY DESCRIPTION

1 24679 1 Front Panel

2 24678 2 Side Panels

3 44790 1 Rear Door

4 23836 1 Cross Brace

5 43793 2 Hose Clamp

6 23560 1 Adapter Bracket

7 43830 1 Deck Adapter

REF. QTY DESCRIPTION

8 64244 1 Poly Hard Top

9 23475 1 Hitch Bracket

10 43791 1 HoseAdapter(Nozzle)

11 46420 1 Elbow

12 N/A 1 Engine w/Base Assembly

13 63376 1 Chipper Chute

14 731-1617 1 Tamper Plug

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ASSEMBLY

FIGURE 3

FIGURE 1

This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After

assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel

and engine oil recommendations.

CAUTION: Do not leave the cart unattended

in upright position during assembly. A falling

cartcancausepersonalinjury!Payclose

attention to the stability of the cart while it

remains in an upright position. For best stability,

assemble on a smooth level surface.

• Placecartbodyhalvesuprightonasmoothlevel

surfacesuchasagarageoororapaveddriveway.

Seegure1.

ASSEMBLING THE CART BODY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

(1) Screwdriver

(1) Pliers

(2)7/16"Wrenches

(2)1/2"Wrench

(2)9/16"Wrenches

(2)3/4"Wrenches(onlyifgure23onpage12isused)

FIGURE 2

REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTONS

• Removethehardwarepacksandallloosepartsfrom

the cartons.

• Layoutandidentifypartsshownincartoncontents.

• Layoutandidentifypartsinthehardwarepacks.Keep

contents of each hardware package separate.

1/4" x 5/8" HEX BOLT

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

• Assemblecartbodyhalvestogetherusingthree1/4"x

5/8"hexboltsand1/4"nylocknutsasshowningure

1. Do not tighten yet.

5/16" NYLOCK NUT

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

1/4" x 5/8"

HEX BOLT

5/16" x 3/4" TRUSS

HEAD BOLT

DOOR

SUPPORT

TAILGATE

REINFORCEMENT

BRACKET

• Fitthetailgatereinforcementbracketovertheendof

the cart bed. Position the two door support brackets

on the bottom of the reinforcement bracket as shown

ingure2.Fastenthereinforcementbracketandthe

door supports to the bottom of the cart using four

5/16"x3/4"trussheadboltsand5/16"nylocknuts.

Do not tighten yet. Seegure2.

• Fastenthetailgatereinforcementbrackettothesides

ofthecartbodyusingfour1/4"x5/8"hexboltsand

1/4"nylocknutsasshowningure2.Do not tighten

yet.

• Pull the cart body halves together.

Tightenthefourtrussheadboltsingure2.

Tighten thefourhexboltsingure2.

Tightenthethreehexboltsingure1,keepingthe

bottom aligned and pulled together.

• Carefullyipthecartendforendsothatitrestson

thetailgatereinforcementbracket.Seegure3.

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FIGURE 4

• Topreventaccidentaltippingduringthefollowing

assembly procedures, lower the cart to rest upside

down, with the wheel support facing up, as shown in

gure5.

• Alignthelatchstandbracketsothatthetabisatthe

rear. Fasten the bracket to the rear set of holes at the

frontofthecartusingtwo1/4"x5/8"hexbolts,1/4"

atwashersand1/4"nylocknuts.Usethe1/4"at

washers as shims between the bracket and the cart

bed. Makengertight.Seegure5.

FIGURE 6

FIGURE 7

• Positionthereartongueonthewheelsupportandthe

latch stand bracket. Assemble the axle through the

wheel support and the tongue. Seegure6.

IMPORTANT: Make sure the tongue is securely locked

to the latch stand bracket by the latch lock lever.

• Assemblethewheelsupporttothebottomofthecart

usingeight5/16"x3/4"trussheadboltsand5/16"

nylocknutsasshowningure4.Headsofboltsgoon

the inside of cart. Tighten.

AXLE TONGUE

(REAR)

LATCH

LOCK

LEVER

COTTER PIN

WHEEL

HUB CAP

1" FLAT

WASHER

1" FLAT

WASHER

AXLE

SPACER TUBE

FIGURE 5

5/16"

NYLOCK

NUT

WHEEL

SUPPORT

5/16" x 3/4"

TRUSS HEAD BOLT

LATCH STAND

BRACKET

(Tab at rear)

1/4" x 5/8"

HEX BOLT

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

1/4" FLAT

WASHER

• Assembleaspacertube,a1"atwasher,awheel

(valvestemfacingout),andanother1"atwasher

ontotheaxleasshowningure7.Securethewheel

with a cotter pin, spreading the ends so that a hub

capcantoverthepin.Assemblethehubcapby

pressingitontotheatwasher.Repeatonotherend

of axle.

• Pumpgreaseintogreasettingsonwheelsuntil

grease is forced out through ends of hubs.

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FIGURE 8

• Flipthecartoversothatitrestsonitswheels.

• Assemblethefronttongueontopofthereartongue

usingthree3/8"x3"hexboltsand3/8"nylocknuts.

Seegure8.

HINT: For easier assembly, support the rear tongue with

a block of wood.

• Assemblethehitchbrackettothefronttongueusing

two3/8"x1-1/4"hexboltsand3/8"nylocknuts.

Tighten.Seegure9.

• Securethehitchpintothehitchbracketandtongue

withthehaircotterpin.Seegure9.

FIGURE 10

FIGURE 9

• Releasethelatchlockleverandtiltthecartbedback.

Seegure10.

• Assemblethefrontpaneltothecartbed,sliding

the bottom lip of the panel in between the cart bed

and the latch stand bracket. Fasten the panel to the

bottomandsidesofthecartbedusingsix1/4"x5/8"

hexboltsand1/4"nylocknuts.Tighten.Seegure10.

• Tighten the two bolts that you assembled to the latch

standbracketingure5.

TONGUE

(FRONT)

3/8" x 3"

HEX BOLT

BLOCK

3/8" NYLOCK NUT

ASSEMBLING VAC PARTS

1/4" x 5/8"

HEX BOLT

FRONT

PANEL

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

1/4" x 5/8"

HEX BOLT

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

LATCH

STAND

BRACKET

HITCH BRACKET

3/8" x 1-1/4"

HEX BOLT

3/8" NYLOCK NUT TONGUE

HITCH

PIN

HAIR

COTTER

PIN

11

FIGURE 11

• Placeasidepanelontopofthecartbedange,

inside the lip of the front panel. Fasten the side panel

tothefrontpanelusingthree1/4"x5/8"hexbolts

and1/4"nylocknuts.Fastenthesidepaneltothecart

bedangeusingtwo1/4"x5/8"hexbolts,1/4"at

washersand1/4"nylocknuts.Tighten. Seegure11.

Repeat on other side.

FIGURE 12

• Screwa1/4"nylocknutontoa1/4"x1"hexboltuntil

itisabout1/4"fromthebolthead.Inserttheboltinto

theholeshowninthesideofthecartingure12.

Fastenthebolttothecartusinga1/4"nylocknut.

Tighten so that the nut is one or two threads past the

end of the bolt. Repeat on the other side.

• Assemblethecrossbracetothetoprearholesinthe

sidepanelsusingfour1/4"x5/8"hexboltsand1/4"

nylocknuts.Seegure12.

• Assembleadoorlatchateachendofthecrossbrace

usinga5/16"x3/4"hexbolt,anylonwasheranda

 5/16"nylocknut.Placethenylonwasherbetweenthe

door latch and cross brace. Tighten so that latch is

snugbutwillstillrotate.Seegure13.

FIGURE 13

• Installthepolyhardtopusingfourteen1/4"x3/4"

hexboltsand1/4"atwashersontheoutsideand

fourteen1/4"atwashersand1/4"nylocknutsonthe

inside. Tighten.Seegure14.

FIGURE 14

1/4" x 5/8"

HEX BOLT

1/4" FLAT

WASHER

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

1/4" x 5/8"

HEX BOLT

5/16" x 3/4"

HEX BOLT

CROSS

BRACE

DOOR

LATCH

NYLON

WASHER

5/16" NYLOCK NUT

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

1/4" x 5/8"

HEX BOLT

CROSS

BRACE

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

1/4" x 1"

HEX BOLT 1/4" x 3/4"

HEX BOLT

1/4" FLAT

WASHER

1/4" NYLOCK NUT POLY HARD TOP

1/4" FLAT

WASHER

12

• Assembleashorttarpstraptoreardoorusingone

1/4"x1-1/4"hexbolt,two1/4"atwashersandone

1/4"nylocknut.Assemblean"S"hookthroughloose

endofstrap.Seegure15.Repeatonothersideof

door.

• Assembledoortorearofcartbyrestingbottomof

door on door supports and pushing top of door in

against cross brace. Secure top of door using door

latchesoneachside.Seegure15.

• Hookboththetarpstrapsontothe1/4"x1"hexbolts

inthesidesofthecart.Seegure15.

• Attachtheengine/impellerhousingassemblytothe

upper holes in the angles welded to the tongue. Use

four5/16"x3/4"hexboltsand5/16"nylocknuts.

Tighten.Seegure16.

FIGURE 16

FIGURE 15

5/16"

NYLOCK

NUT

5/16" x 3/4"

HEX BOLT

WELDED

ANGLES

FRONT

TONGUE

FIGURE 17

• Assembletheelbowtotheimpellerhousingusingfour

5/16"x3/4"threadforminghexboltsandfournylon

washers. Push while turning to help start the bolts into

the un-threaded holes. Tighten.Seegure17.

• Tocentertheelbowwiththeopeninginthehardtop:

a. Push the vinyl boot back inside the opening.

b. Loosen by approximately 1/4 turn each, the four

 boltsthatyouassembledingure17.

c. Push against the elbow to center it with the sides

of the opening.

d. Retighten the four bolts that you loosened.

• Pullthevinylbootontotheendoftheelbow.

Center elbow between

sides of opening

Loosen (4) bolts

1/4 turn each

5/16" x 3/4"

HEX BOLT

(Thread Forming)

NYLON

WASHER

1/4" x 1-1/4" HEX BOLT

1/4" FLAT WASHER

1/4" NYLOCK NUT

TARP STRAP (SHORT)

DOOR

SUPPORTS

DOOR LATCH

1/4" FLAT

WASHER

"S" HOOK

1/4" x 1"

HEX BOLT

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• Assemblethehoseadapter(nozzle)tothefrontof

the impeller housing and secure with the three knobs.

Make sure that the switch actuator bracket contacts

theswitchonthehousing.Seegure18.

FIGURE 21

FIGURE 19

• Placeahoseclampontooneendofhose.Pushhose

ontohoseadapter(nozzle).Tightenhoseclamponto

hose and hose adapter. Do not collapse hose adapter

whentighteningclamp.Seegure19

• Placethehosehangerrodintothehosehangerbracket

ontheimpellerhousingassembly.Seegure19.

• Loopthe25"tarpstrapunderthehose.Hooktothe

hosehangerrod.Seegure19.

FIGURE 18

HOSE ADAPTER

(NOZZLE)

KNOB

SWITCH

ACTUATOR

BRACKET

• Assemblethehitchplatetothetractorhitchif:

a. Your tractor has a square (straight) hitch frame,

to help prevent binding.

b. Your tractor has a lightweight hitch frame that

needs reinforcing for towing the Chip-N-Vac.

 Usea1/2"x1-1/4"hexbolt,a7/16"atwasheranda

1/2"nylocknut.Seegure21.

TRACTOR

HITCH FRAME

(SQUARE)

HITCH

PLATE

TRACTOR

HITCH FRAME

(TAPERED)

1/2" x 1-1/4"

HEX BOLT

7/16" FLAT WASHER

1/2" NYLOCK NUT

ATTACH

MOW-N-VAC

HERE

FIGURE 20

5/16" FLAT

WASHER

CHIPPER CHUTE

ASSEMBLY

5/16"

NYLOCK

NUT

25" TARP

STRAP

HOSE HANGER ROD

HOSE

CLAMP

HINT: Tip the cart bed back for easier access in the next

paragraph.

•. Attachthechipperchuteassemblytotheweldbolts

on the back side of the impeller housing using three

5/16"atwashersand5/16"Nylocknuts.Tighten.

Seegure20.

• Insertthetamperplugintotheendofthechipper

chute assembly.

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ASSEMBLINGTHEDECKADAPTER(#62468)

TOTHEMOWERDECK

Contents of Hardware Pack for Deck Adapter:

I J K

A B

D

C

H

F

G

NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE

E

• Identifyyourmowerdeck(seefoldouts)andcut

out the correct discharge opening template for your

mowerdecksize.Ifthereisnotemplateforyourdeck

sizeyoucanmakeyourowntemplatebymarking

around a piece of cardboard held against the edge of

the discharge opening.

• Tapethetemplatetothefaceoftheadapter,locating

templateapproximately1/2"fromfrontand1/4"down

fromtopofadapter.Keepasclosetotopaspossible.

Seegure23.Markoutlineoftemplateonfaceof

adapter using white crayon, nail or scriber. Drill a

starting hole inside the outline, then use a saber saw

orkeyholesawtocutouttheopening.Seegure23.

FIGURE 23

CAUTION: Mowerdeectormustbe

replaced when Chip-N-Vac deck adapter

is removed. Do Not operate mower

unlessadapterordeectorisinplaceand

properly mounted.

FIGURE 22- FULL SIZE

1/4" DOWN

Keep cut-off as close to

the top edge as possible.

IMPORTANT:

1/2" FROM FRONT

NOTE: Not all of the parts in the deck adapter hardware

packagewillbeneededforyourparticulartup.

BEFOREPROCEEDING,look in the fold-out sheets included with this manual

tondtemplatesforSearsmowerdecks.Ifwritteninstructionsareprintedonthe

template, follow those instructions instead of the instructions in this manual.

STOP

• Removethemowerdischargedeectorfromyour

mowerdeck.Savethedeectorandhardwarefor

remountingdeector.

REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION

A 43840 2 HexBolt,5/16"x1-1/4"

B 43661 4 HexBolt,1/4"x1"

C 43080 2 CarriageBolt,5/16"x3/4"

D 47810 3 NylockNut,5/16"

E 47189 5 NylockNut,1/4"

F 43088 9 FlatSteelWasher,1/4"Std.

G 43081 12 FlatWasher,5/16"Std.

H 1543-69 5 Nylon Washer

I 23825 1 Mounting Strap

J 23826 1 Angle Bracket

K23827 1 Mounting Bracket

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FIGURE 24

• Holdingtheadapterbracketandthedeckadapter

together, position the deck adapter on the mower

deck.Keepingtheedgeofdeckadapterascloseas

possible to the offset in the adapter bracket, see if the

slot in the adapter bracket can be aligned with one

ortwoofthedeectorholesinyourmowerdeck's

discharge opening. If the bracket can not be located

correctly using existing holes, it will be necessary to

drilloneortwo5/16"diameterholesinthedeck.See

gure25.

• Positiontheadapteroverthedeckopening,andcheck

fortofcutoutasshowningure24.Trimcutout,if

necessary,toallowtiltingofadapter,keepingthetas

close as possible for best vacuum suction.

• Assembletheadapterbrackettothedeckusingtwo

5/16"x1-1/4"hexbolts,5/16"atwashersand5/16"

nylocknuts.Seegure26.

NOTE:Itmaybenecessarytouseextra5/16"at

washers to shim under the bracket next to the deck

surface. Ten extra washers have been furnished as

shims.Seegure26.

FIGURE 26

FIGURE 27

• Assembleendofhoseandahoseclampoverthe

round opening of deck adapter and tighten clamp. GO

DIRECTLY TO THE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

ON PAGE 16.

•. Withdeckadapterpositionedcorrectlyoverthe

discharge opening, use the adapter bracket as a

templateanddrillthree9/32"diameterholesinthetop

ofthedeckadapter.Seegure27.

• Boltdeckadaptertobracketusingthree1/4"x1"

bolts,nylonwashers,1/4"atwashersand1/4"lock

nuts. Nylon washers should be against the inside of

thedeckadapter.Seegure27.

FIGURE 25

MOWER DECK

DECK ADAPTER

NOTE: Make sure adapter clears gauge

wheels on mower deck

Curl on deck may be located outside of

adapter or inside depending on deck

opening design

DECK ADAPTER MOWER DECK

ADAPTER BRACKET

Keep edge of adapter as close

as possible to offset in bracket

Use existing holes or drill 5/16"

diameter hole or holes.

ADAPTER BRACKET

5/16" flat washers

used as needed for

shims to adjust for

variations in decks.

(2) 5/16" NYLOCK NUTS

5/16" x 1-1/4"

HEX BOLT

(2) 5/16" FLAT

WASHERS

(3) 1/4" NYLOCK

NUTS

(3) NYLON

WASHERS

(3) 1/4" STEEL WASHERS

(3) 1/4" x 1" HEX BOLTS

ADAPTER

BRACKET

MOWER DECK

DECK ADAPTER

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FIGURE 28

• Aftercartisemptied,securecarttotonguewithlatch

and reattach the rear door and the vinyl boot.

HOW TO USE YOUR CHIP-N-VAC

BEFORE STARTING

• YourChip-N-Vacengineisshippedwithoutoilor

gasoline. Service the Chip-N-Vac engine with oil and

gas as instructed in the separate engine manual.

• InspecttheChip-N-Vactomakesureallcovers(rear

door, vinyl boot, elbow, hose adapter, hose and deck

adapter are properly attached.

• Checktiresforproperination(12-14lbs).

WARNING: Neverllfueltankindoors,or

with the engine running, or while the engine

ishot.Donotsmokewhilellingtank.

HOW TO STOP YOUR CHIP-N-VAC

• Tostopengine,movethethrottlecontrollevertothe

OFF position.

• Disconnectsparkplugwirefromplugtopreventac-

cidental starting while equipment is unattended or is

being worked on.

CAUTION: Themuferandadjacent

areas are hot!

HOW TO START YOUR CHIP-N-VAC

OPERATION

• CheckoilandgasinChip-N-Vacengine.

• Attachsparkplugwiretosparkplug.

• MovechokeleveronenginetoCHOKEposition.

(A warm engine may not require choking.)

• MovethrottlecontrolleveronenginetoFASTposition.

• Graspstarterhandleandpullropeoutslowlyuntil

engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will

pull slightly harder at this point). Let the rope rewind

slowly.

• Pullropewitharapid,continuous,fullarmstroke.

Keeparmgriponstarterhandle.Letroperewind

slowly. Do not let starter handle snap back against

starter.

• Repeatinstructionsintwoprecedingparagraphsuntil

engineres.Whenenginestarts,movechokecontrol

gradually to RUN position.

WARNING: Never start or run the engine

without all covers being properly attached to

the blower housing and cart.

CAUTION: Vehicle braking and stability

may be affected with the addition of an

accessory or an attachment. Be aware of

changing conditions on slopes.

• InspecttheChip-N-Vactomakesureallcovers(rear

door, vinyl boot, elbow, chipper chute with tamper

plug,hoseadapter(nozzle),hoseanddeckadapter

are properly attached.

• Checktiresforproperination(12-14lbs).

• CheckoilandgasinChip-N-Vacengine.

• Beginoperationatlowspeed,adjustingforwardspeed

to match grass height and/or moisture condition to

prevent clogging.

• Donotattempttovacuumupanymaterialother

than vegetation found in a normal yard, such as light

branches, leaves, twigs, etc.

• Toemptycart,shutofftractorengineandsetbrake.

• ShutoffChip-N-Vacengine.

• Removereardoorfromcart.

• Releasethelatchholdingcartdowntothetongueby

pullinguponthelatchlever.Seegure28.

• Usingarakeorsuitabletool,pullthegrassclippings

and/or leaves out of cart.

WARNING: Should your Chip-N-Vac

become clogged, shut off tractor and

Chip-N-Vac engines. Before attempting

to unclog, remove wire from spark plug to

prevent accidental starting.

CAUTION: Toavoidpossibleinjury,be

sure that no one is near the cart before

releasing the latch.

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USING THE CHIPPER CHUTE

• Materialsuchasstalksorheavybranchesupto3"in

diameter may be fed into the chipper chute as shown

ingure29.

• Besuretoweareyeprotectionandgloveswhen

feeding material into the chipper chute.

• Usethetamperplug,notyourhands,toforcematerial

down through the chipper chute.

• Forbestperformance,itisimportanttokeepthe

chipper blades sharp. If the composition of the

material being discharged changes (becomes

stringy, etc.) or if the rate of discharge slows down

considerably, it is likely that the chipper blades are dull

and need to be sharpened or replaced. Refer to the

ServiceandAdjustmentssection,onpage29.

WARNING: Do not attempt to feed any

materiallargerthan3"indiameterintothe

chipperchute.Personalinjuryordamageto

the machine could result.

DANGER:Keephandsout of chipper

chute. Rotating blades in impeller housing can

causeseriousinjury.Usethetamperplugto

help push material down into the chute.

FIGURE 29

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MAINTENANCE

Service Dates

Check for loose fasteners X

Check soft vinyl boot X

Check tire pressure X

Check engine oil level X

Lubricate X

Clean X X

Maintain engine per instructions below and in engine manual.

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.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Fill in dates as you

complete regular service.

BEFORE EACH USE

CHECKFORLOOSEFASTENERS

• Make a thorough visual check of the Chip-N- Vac

for any bolts and nuts which may have loosened.

Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.

CHECKVINYLBOOT

• Checkthesoftvinylboot(onfrontofhardtop)for

wear. Replace if worn or damaged.

CHECKTIREPRESSURE

• Checktirepressureregularly.Recommendedtire

pressure is 12-14 Lbs.

CHECKENGINEOILLEVEL

• Checkoillevelbeforeeachuse.Maintainengineoilas

instructed in the separate engine manual.

LUBRICATION

• At the beginning of each season, lubricate the latch,

latch pivot bolt, and the axle where the hitch tongue

pivots, with a light machine oil.

• Atleastonceaseason,greaseoroilthewheel

bearings. Use automotive wheel bearing type grease

or 20 weight oil.

WARNING: Always stop engine and

disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning,

lubricating or before performing any repairs

or maintenance.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

• Checkoil level before each use. Maintain engine oil

as instructed in the separate engine manual.

• Serviceair cleaner every 25 hours under normal

conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely

dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and

oodingusuallyindicatesthattheaircleanershould

be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the

separate engine manual.

• Thespark plug should be cleaned and the gap

reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is

recommended at the start of each season. Check

the engine manual for correct plug type and gap

specications.

CLEANING

• Makesurethecart,thesideandfrontpanelsand

top are cleaned after each use. Grass clippings and

leaves left in the cart will mildew and cause damage if

not cleaned out.

• Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush.

Keepthecoolingnsontheenginehousingclean

to permit proper air circulation which is essential to

engine performance and life. Be sure to remove all dirt

anddebrisfrommuferarea.

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STORAGE

• Ifstoringinanunventilatedormetalstorageshed,coat

metal parts with light oil or silicone to prevent rust.

• Storeunitinaclean,dryarea.

• Cleantheengineandtheentireunitthoroughly.

• Refertoenginemanualforcorrectenginestorage

instructions.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FIGURE 30

SHARPENING OR REPLACING CHIPPER

BLADES

• Disconnectthesparkplugwireandmovewireaway

from the spark plug.

• Removetheaccessplatebyremovingtwohexlock

nuts.Seegure30.

• Locateoneofthechipperbladesintheaccessplate

opening by rotating the impeller assembly by hand.

Removethebladeusinga3/16"allenwrenchon

theoutsideofthebladeanda1/2"wrenchonthe

impeller assembly, inside the housing.

• Removetheotherbladeinthesamemanner.

• Replaceorsharpenblades.Ifsharpening,make

certain to remove an equal amount from each blade.

Reassemble in reverse order.

NOTE: Make certain the blades are reassembled with

the sharp edge facing upward, as viewed from the access

plate opening.

NYLOCK NUTS

ACCESS

PLATE

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION

Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Connect wire to spark plug.

  2.Safetyswitchnotcontacted. 2.Correctlyinstallhoseadapternozzle.

3. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.

4. Fuel shut-off valve closed 4. Open fuel shut-off valve.

(if so equipped).

  5.Faultysparkplug. 5.Clean,adjustgaporreplace.

Loss of power; 1. Spark plug wire loose 1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

 operationerratic. 2.UnitrunningonCHOKE. 2.MovechokelevertoOFFposition.

  3.Blockedfuellineorstalefuel. 3.Cleanfuelline;lltankwithclean

fresh gasoline.

4. Water or dirt in fuel system. 4. Disconnect fuel line at carburetor to drain

   fueltank.Rellwithfreshfuel.

  5.Carburetoroutofadjustment. 5.Adjustcarburetor.*

  6.Dirtyaircleaner. 6.Serviceaircleaner.*

 Engineoverheats 1.Carburetornotadjusted 1.Adjustcarburetor.*

properly.

2. Engine oil level low. 2. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

Too much vibration Loose parts or damaged Stop engine immediately and disconnect

impeller. spark plug wire. Tighten all bolts and nuts.

Make all necessary repairs. If vibration

continues, have unit serviced by an

   authorizedservicedealer.

Unit does not 1. Discharge chute (elbow) 1. Stop engine immediately and disconnect

discharge clogged. spark plug wire. Clean inside of housing

and discharge chute (elbow).

  2.Foreignobjectlodgedin 2.Stopengineimmediatelyanddisconnect

  impeller. sparkplugwire.Removelodgedobject.

3. Chip-N-Vac cart is full. 3. Empty cart.

Rate of discharge Chipper blades dull. Sharpen or replace chipper blades.

when chipping

slows considerably,

or composition of

discharged material

changes.

*Refertotheenginemanualpackedwithyourunit.

NOTE:Forrepairsbeyondtheminoradjustmentslistedabove,pleasecontactyournearestauthorizedservicedealer.

21

NOTES

22

NOTES

23

PARTS

REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION

1 23985 2 Cart Body

2 62458 1 Tailgate Reinforcement Bracket

3 23507 1 Wheel Support

4 24497 1 Latch Stand Bracket

5 24897 1 Axle,Wheel1"Dia.

6 42159 2 Wheel w/Tire, 15 x 6.00

7 43093 2 CotterPin,1/8"Dia.x1-1/2"

8 43601 4 Washer,Flat1"

9 44678 2 SpacerTube,1-1/4"x2"Lg.

10 43014 2 Hub Cap

11 43866 9 HexBolt,1/4-20x5/8"

12 47189 9 Nylock Nut, 1/4-20

13 43814 12 TrussHd.Bolt,5/16-18x3/4"

14 41076 2 Spacer

REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION

15 43088 2 Washer,Flat1/4"

16 63917 1 TongueWeldmentAss'y.(Rear)

17 63155 1 TongueWeldmentAss'y.(Front)

18 24614 1 Latch Lock Lever

19 23475 1 Hitch Bracket

20 43884 1 Hitch Pin

21 43343 1 Pin,HairCotter1/8"

22 43087 2 HexBolt,3/8-16x1-1/4"

23 23838 2 Door Support

24 HA21362 5 Nylock Nut, 3/8-16

25 47407 1 HexBolt,5/16-18x3-3/4"

26 47408 1 Spring, Extension

27 43574 3 HexBolt,3/8-16x3"

28 47810 13 Nylock Nut, 5/16-18

11

11

4

1

2

11

1

3

5

A

5

8

6

8

7

10

9

12

12

12

13

13

28

28

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

24

25

26

27

28

23

A

24

14

REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.25013 CHIP-N-VAC

IMPELLER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

24

42

43

32

41

TO

TRACTOR

26

24

25

27

23

4 39 40

8

12

35

13

21

20

28

33

13

33

35

34 13

13

13

36

35

31

35

13

1 2

2

3

4

4

6

8

8

8

9

14

16

17

19

19

18

29

30

40

10

11

50

A

A

22

20 35

B

B

4

13

5

8

13

8

13

13

8

40

40

40

40

40

35

35

35

35

44

44

44

34

34

34

47

45

4647

48

37

49

13

51

15

12

12

13

13

52,53,54,55

7

38

35

35

44

8

8

ADAPTER #62468

31 30

36

35

35

13

REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.25013 CHIP-N-VAC

IMPELLER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

25

REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION

1 24080 1 Engine Base

2 24078 2 Brace, Housing

3 24958 1 Hose Hanger Bracket

4 43182 14 Bolt,Hex5/16-18x3/4"

5 43840 2 Bolt,Hex5/16-18x1-1/4"

6 43085 4 Bolt,Hex5/16-18x1-1/2"

7 731-1617 1 Tamper, Plug

8 47810 24 Nut, Nylock 5/16-18

9 43791 1 HoseAdapter(Nozzle)

10 47630 4 Screw,SelfTap5/16-18x3/4"

11 712-0421 3 Knob(SeeItem#8,Page24)

12 43012 19 Bolt,Hex1/4-20x3/4"

13 47189 48 Nut, Nylock 1/4-20 Thd.

14 42462 1 Engine

15 681-0068 1 Chute Assembly

16 49974 1 Hose Hanger Rod

17 46420 1 Elbow

18 41882 1 Hose(6"x84")

19 43793 2 HoseClamp6"

20 24678 2 Side Panel Cart Extension

21 24679 1 Front Panel Cart Extension

22 23836 1 Cross Brace

23 64244 1 Hard Top Assembly

(Includes 24,25,26,27)

24 43882 4 Rivet,3/16"

25 43910 4 Washer,Flat3/16"

26 24798 4 Boot Mounting Strap

27 48133 1 Vinyl Boot (Hardtop)

28 44790 1 Poly Rear Door

29 43790 1 Strap,Tarp25"

REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION

30 44849 4 "S"Hook,#32

31 44850 4 Strap, Tarp (Less Hooks)

32 23540 1 Hitch Plate

33 43866 20 Bolt,Hex1/4-20x5/8"

34 43661 6 Bolt,Hex1/4-20x1"

35 43088 47 Washer,1/4"STD

36 1509-90 5 Bolt,Hex1/4-20x1-1/4"

37 23827 1 Mounting Bracket

38 24098 1 Bracket, Chute Reinforcement

39 23789 2 Door Latch

40 1543-69 9 Washer,Nylon21/64"

41 43351 1 Bolt,Hex1/2-13x1-1/4"

42 712-3083 1 Nut, Nylock 1/2-13

43 43352 1 Washer,Flat7/16"

44 43081 15 Washer,5/16"STD

45 43830 1 Adapter, Deck

46 23560 1 Bracket, Deck Adapter

47 43080 2 Bolt,Carr.5/16"x3/4"

48 23825 1 Mounting Strap

49 23826 1 Angle Bracket

50 1 Impeller Housing Assembly

(See page 26)

51 62468 1 DeckAdapterKit(Includes parts

in box on page 24)

52 63376 1 Chipper Chute Assembly (Upper)

53 735-0249 1 Flap, Chute (Included in item 52)

54 781-0633 1 Strap, Flap (Included in item 52)

55 728-3001 3 Rivet,Pop5/32"

42486 3 Owner'sManual

REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.25013 CHIP-N-VAC

IMPELLER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

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REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.25013 CHIP-N-VAC

IMPELLER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION

1 629-0241A 1 Harness, Wire

2 63993 1 HousingAss'y.Inner

3 24633 1 HousingAss'y.Outer

4 43182 12 Bolt,Hex5/16-18x3/4"

5 710-0772 4 Bolt,Hex5/16-24x2"

6 710-1268 2 Screw,SelfTap#10-16x3/8"

7 43063 3 Bolt,Hex5/16-18x1"

8 712-0421 3 Knob

9 47810 14 Nut, Hex Nylock 5/16-18

10 43086 4 Washer,Lock5/16"SpringType

11 719-0330B 1 Adapter, Mounting

12 725-1700 1 Cover, Switch

13 725-3166 1 Snap Mount Switch

14 726-0272 1 Clamp

REF. PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION

15 731-1613 1 Cover, Switch

16 24958 1 Hose Hanger Bracket

17 46584 3 HexNut,Whizlock5/16-18Thd.

18 24606 1 Spacer, Housing

19 736-0247 1 FlatWasher,13/32"x1-1/4"

20 66791 1 Impeller Assembly

21 710-1273 1 Bolt,Hex3/8-24x2-3/4"

22 43003 1 Lockwasher,3/8"

23 629-0923 1 Harness Adapter

24 44738 4 Nut,HexLock5/16-24"Unitork"

25 710-1054 4 Screw,FlatHd.5/16-24x1"

26 742-0544 2 Blade, Chipper

27 781-0627 1 Cover, Chipper

28 42294 1 Impeller Service Tool

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25

For removing impeller assembly.

Must be ordered separately.

28

24

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WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not operate

on slopes greater than 10 degrees. Make turns gradually to

prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution

when changing direction on slopes. Braking may be affected by

tractor attachment. Reduce speed on slopes.

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

OF TRACTOR WITH ATTACHMENT

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Riding Equipment

questions or problems?

Satisfaction with your purchase

is our number one concern!

To troubleshoot problems,

get answers to questions, order parts,

or schedule repair service for your

Riding Equipment, call the number below.

Para respuestas a preguntas o problemas,

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