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Operator's Manual

STOP
FRONT SCOOP TRACTOR ATTACHMENT
Model No. 486.248475

DO NOT RETURN TO STORE
For Missing Parts or Assembly
Questions Call 1-866-576-8388

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

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Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Parts

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 42620 (12/30/13)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY..................................................................... 2
SAFETY RULES............................................................... 3
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART..................................... 4
CARTON CONTENTS...................................................... 6
ASSEMBLY....................................................................... 7
OPERATION................................................................... 17

MAINTENANCE............................................................. 18
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................... 19
REPAIR PARTS ILLUSTRATION................................... 20
REPAIR PARTS LIST..................................................... 21
SLOPE GUIDE............................................................... 23
PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE..........................Back Page

WARRANTY

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Front Scoop Tractor Attachment fails
due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-888-331-4569 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

The model number and serial number will be found on a
decal attached to the bucket.
You should record both the serial number and the date of
purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER:

486.248475

SERIAL NUMBER:

__________________

DATE OF PURCHASE:

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SAFETY RULES
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 operator's manual before attempting to
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• Never ram the scoop into material at high speed.
• Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with

assemble or operate the scoop attachment.
Read the vehicle owner's manual and know how
to operate your vehicle before using the scoop
attachment.
Never carry passengers in the scoop bucket. It has
not been designed to carry passengers.
Never allow children to operate the vehicle or the
scoop attachment.
Do not allow adults to operate the vehicle or scoop
attachment without proper instructions.
Always begin with the transmission in first (low) and
gradually increase speed as conditions permit.
Drive the tractor at reduced speed over rough terrain
and hillsides or near creeks and ditches to prevent
tipping over and loss of control. Do not drive too close
to a creek or ditch.

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the attachment of this scoop. Do not fill the scoop
to maximum weight capacity without checking the
capability of the vehicle to safely drive and stop with
the scoop attached.
Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer
to the safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual
concerning safe operation on slopes. Refer also to the
slope guide on page 23 of this manual. Stay off steep
slopes!
Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.

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

ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS
These and other accessories are recommended for use with your unit. Call 1-888-331-4569 to find out if they are available.
If available, they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1-888-331-4569.

WHEEL WEIGHT

TIRE CHAINS

FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART

T
N

V
O
W
FF

Y
JJ

Z
AA

PARTS NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
OO

PARTS BAG CONTENTS

Not all parts will be needed for fit-up to any one tractor.
Discard unneeded parts after assembly is finished.
ref part no. qty
description
A
710-0367
2 Hex Bolt, 5/8" x 1-1/2"
B R74780828 2 Hex Bolt 1/2" x 1-3/4"
C
710-0865
3 Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1"
D
43087
2 Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1-1/4"
E
43001
6 Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
F
43063
4 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1"
G
43084
5 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4"
H
47025
1 Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 3-1/2"
I
1509-69
3 Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1-3/4"
J
43350
8 Bolt, Carriage 3/8"x 1"
K
44326
2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1"
L
43346
1 Truss-Head Bolt #10-32 x 5/8"
M
712-0261
2 Nylock Nut, 5/8"
N
43262
1 Hex Lock Nut, 1/2"
O
712-3083
2 Nylock Nut, 1/2"
P
48115
2 Nylock Jam Nut, 1/2"
Q
43015
2 Hex Nut, 3/8"
R
HA21362
10 Nylock Nut, 3/8"
S
47810
11 Nylock Nut, 5/16"
T
43064
2 Nut, Hex 5/16"
U
47189
3 Nylock Nut, 1/4"
V
43178
1 Nut, Hex 1/4"
W
47171
1 Nylock Nut, #10-32

ref part no. qty
description
X
23658
2 Spacer, 5/8" Long
Y
24817
4 Spacer, 1/2"
Z
43343
4 Hairpin Cotter, Long
AA
43055
4 Hairpin Cotter, Short
BB
43010
6 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/4"
CC
43093
2 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"
DD
43003
6 Lock Washer, 3/8"
EE
43081
8 Washer, 5/16"
FF
43070
8 Washer, 3/8" (Small)
GG R19171616 3 Washer, 1/2" (Small)
HH 736-0247
2 Washer, 3/8" (Large)
II R19212016 6 Washer, 5/8"
JJ R19172410 8 Washer, 1/2" (Large)
KK
43009
2 Washer, 3/4"
LL
43601
2 Washer, 1"
MM
44062
2 Clevis Pin, 1/2" x 1"
NN 711-0309
2 Clevis Pin, 5/8" x 1-1/4"
OO
48905
1 Compression Spring, Short
PP
732-0306
1 Compression Spring, Long
QQ 726-0178
6 Cable Tie
RR
26481
2 Tilt Stop Bracket
SS
HA23761
1 Hose Clip

CARTON CONTENTS

11
8

19
18

14
16

ref
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

part no. qty
description
64962
1 Bucket Assembly
25335
1 Pin Stop Bracket
64963
1 Lift Frame Assembly
----1 Lift Bracket Assembly
66258
1 Tilt Anchor Assembly
25562
1 Right (Long) Side Plate
25563
1 Left (Long) Side Plate
63568
1 Right (Short) Side Plate
63569
1 Left (Short) Side Plate
25722
1 Frame Brace

ref
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19

part no. qty
description
49273
1 Dump Control Rod
----2 Lift Strap Assembly
----1 Tilt Bracket Assembly
49271
1 Dump Handle Tube
49264
1 Lift Handle Tube
49268
1 Dump Control Pin
64968
1 Dump Pivot Bracket
----1 Dump Handle Tube Extension
----1 Lift Handle Tube Extension

ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(1)

Standard Screwdriver
15/16" Wrenches (one should be box-end)
3/4" Wrenches
9/16" Wrenches
1/2" Wrenches
7/16" Wrenches
3/8" Wrench

5/16" WASHERS (EE)

5/16" x 1"
HEX BOLT (F)

PIN STOP
BRACKET

BUCKET
ASSEMBLY

ADDITIONAL ITEMS NEEDED
Ruler or Tape Measure
Grease

Remove parts from carton

5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT (T)

• Remove the hardware pack and all loose parts from
the carton.
• Lay cardboard on floor to help prevent scratching of
painted parts.

3/8" NYLOCK NUT (R)

• Lay out and identify all the parts and hardware as
shown on pages 4 through 6.

3/8" x 1-1/4"
HEX BOLT (D)

3/8" HEX NUT (Q)

Figure 1

STEP 3: INSTALL LIFT FRAME ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 2)
• Apply grease to the mounting surface of the bucket
assembly and the inside of the lift frame arms.

ASSEMBLE SCOOP
STEP 1: INSTALL TWO BOLTS
(SEE FIGURE 1)
Assemble two 3/8" x 1-1/4" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" hex
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nuts (Q), threading the nut all the way onto the bolt
until it is tight against the head of the bolt.

• Assemble the lift frame assembly to the bucket
assembly using two 5/8" x 1-1/2" hex bolts (A) and
5/8" nylock nuts (M). Tighten, then loosen the nuts
1/4 turn, or until the lift frame pivots freely.
5/8" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT (A)

• Install a nut/bolt assembly into the bucket assembly
and fasten using a 3/8" nylock nut (R). Tighten.
Repeat for the other side.

APPLY
GREASE

LIFT FRAME
ASSEMBLY

APPLY
GREASE

STEP 2: INSTALL PIN STOP BRACKET
(SEE FIGURE 1)
• Install the pin stop bracket to the top of the bucket
assembly using four 5/16" x 1" hex bolts (F), eight
5/16" washers (EE) and four 5/16" nylock nuts (T).
Leave the bolts loose enough that the position of the
pin stop bracket can be adjusted later.

5/8" NYLOCK
NUTS (M)
7

Figure 2

5/8" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT (A)
APPLY GREASE

STEP 4: INSTALL LIFT BRACKET ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 3)
• Assemble the lift bracket assembly to the lift frame
assembly using two 5/8" washers (II) and 1/8" x 1-1/4"
cotter pins (BB).

STEP 6: INSTALL LIFT STRAP ASSEMBLIES
(SEE FIGURE 5)
• Loosen the bolts and nuts on the lift strap
assemblies 1/4 turn or until the straps will slide back
and forth. You will retighten them later in step 26.
• Turn the lift strap assemblies as shown. Install each lift
strap assembly to an arm of the lift bracket assembly
and then secure with a small 1/2" washer (GG) and a
short hairpin cotter (AA).

5/8" WASHER (II)
LIFT BRACKET
ASSEMBLY

1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER
PIN (BB)

• Position the lower end of each lift strap assembly to
the outside of the lift frame. Fasten to the upper front
holes in the lift frame using a clevis pin (MM), 1/2"
long spacer (Y) and short hairpin cotter (AA) for each
assembly.
NOTE: The lift strap assemblies may be installed in the
rear mounting holes of the lift frame to increase the lift
height, but this will also increase the lifting effort. The
front holes give a lift height of about 6-1/2" and require 28
lbs. of force to lift a 150 lb load. The rear holes will give a
lift height of about 8-1/2" and require 35 lbs. of force.

LIFT FRAME
ASSEMBLY

Figure 3

SHORT HAIRPIN
COTTER (AA)

ARM

STEP 5: INSTALL TILT ANCHOR ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 4)
• Assemble the tilt anchor assembly to the lift bracket
assembly using two 1/2" x 1" hex bolts (C) and 1/2"
nylock jam nuts (P). Tighten.

1/2" WASHER
(SMALL) (GG)

1/2" NYLOCK
JAM NUTS (P)

ARM

TILT ANCHOR
ASSEMBLY

LIFT STRAP
ASSEMBLY

SHORT
HAIRPIN
COTTER (AA)

1/2" x 1"
HEX BOLT (C)

1/2" SPACER (Y)
UPPER FRONT
MOUNTING HOLE

LIFT
BRACKET
ASSEMBLY

Figure 4

FIGURE 5

1/2" x 1"
HEX BOLT (C)

CLEVIS PIN (MM)

Bucket removed for clarity

STEP 8: INSTALL STOP BRACKET BOLT
(SEE FIGURE 7A)
For lift straps installed in front holes
• Install the long compression spring (PP) and then the
two 5/8" spacers (X) onto the 5/16" x 3-1/2" hex bolt (H).
Insert the bolt into the stop bracket and install two 5/16"
hex nuts (T) onto the bolt. Adjust nuts later in step 29.

STEP 7: INSTALL EXTENSION SPRING
(SEE FIGURE 6)
• Lightly apply grease to the end of the arm on the tilt
anchor assembly and install the tilt bracket assembly
to the arm using a 1/2" x 1" hex bolt (C) and 1/2" hex
lock nut (N). Tighten then loosen the nut 1/4 turn, or
until the tilt bracket assembly pivots freely.
• Install a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt (I) through the end of
the extension spring on the tilt bracket assembly and
then install a 1/4" hex nut (V) onto the bolt. Next,
insert the end of the bolt into the hole in the arm of
the tilt anchor assembly and install a 1/4" nylock nut
(U) onto the bolt. Tighten the nuts to secure the bolt
to the arm.

5/16" HEX NUTS (T)
5/8" SPACERS (X)
LONG COMPRESSION
SPRING (PP)
5/16" x 3-1/2"
HEX BOLT (H)

STOP
BRACKET
1/4" NYLOCK NUT (U)
1/4" HEX NUT (V)
1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (I)

EXTENSION SPRING

Figure 7A

(SEE FIGURE 7B)
For lift straps installed in rear holes
• Install the long compression spring (PP) and then a 5/8"
spacer (X) onto the 5/16" x 3-1/2" hex bolt (H). Insert
the bolt into the stop bracket and install a 5/8" spacer
(X) and two 5/16" hex nuts (T) onto the bolt. Adjust nuts
later in step 29.

ARM
1/2" HEX LOCK
NUT (O)

1/2" x 1" HEX BOLT (C)
5/16" HEX NUTS (T)

Figure 6

5/8" SPACERS (X)
LONG COMPRESSION
SPRING (PP)

STOP
BRACKET

Figure 7B

5/16" x 3-1/2"
HEX BOLT (H)

STEP 11: INSTALL TILT STOP BRACKETS
(SEE FIGURE 10)
• Install a tilt stop bracket (RR) to each side of the
bucket using a 3/8" x 1" carriage bolt (J), a small 3/8"
washer (FF) and 3/8" nylock nut (R). Do not tighten
the nuts until step 28.

STEP 9: INSTALL DUMP PIVOT BRACKET
(SEE FIGURE 8)
• Install a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin (CC) to the inside hole
in the shaft shown in figure 8, and then install a 1"
washer (LL) onto the shaft. Apply grease to the end of
the shaft and install the dump pivot bracket assembly
onto the shaft. Install a 1" washer (LL) onto the shaft
and secure it using a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin (CC).

TILT STOP
BRACKET (RR)

1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PIN (CC)
1" WASHERS (LL)
1/8" x 1-1/2"
COTTER PIN (CC)
APPLY
GREASE

3/8" NYLOCK
NUT (R)
3/8" WASHER (FF)

DUMP PIVOT
BRACKET

3/8" x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLT (J)

Figure 10
Figure 8

STEP 10: INSTALL DUMP CONTROL ROD
(SEE FIGURE 9)
• Install a 1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pin (BB) into the inside hole
in each end of the dump control rod. Spread the ends
of the cotter pins and wrap around the rod. Install a 5/8"
washer (II) onto each end of the control rod.

STEP 12: INSTALL LIFT HANDLE TUBE
(SEE FIGURE 11)
• Install the lift handle tube into the index bracket using
two 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolts (G) and 5/16" nylock nuts
(S).

• Install the dump control rod to the dump pivot bracket
and bucket. Fasten using two 5/8" washers (II) and
1/8" x 1-1/4" cotter pins (BB). Spread the ends of the
cotter pins and wrap around the rod.

LIFT HANDLE
TUBE
5/16" NYLOCK
NUTS (S)

1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER PIN (BB)
5/8" WASHERS (II)

INDEX
BRACKET

1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER
PINS (BB)

1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER PIN (BB)
5/8" WASHERS (II)

Figure 9

5/16" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (G)

DUMP
CONTROL
ROD

Figure 11

STEP 15: INSTALL DUMP HANDLE TUBE
(SEE FIGURE 14) DUMP
• Install the dumpHANDLE
handle tube to the dump pivot bracket
assembly usingTUBE
three 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolts (G) and
5/16" nylock nuts (S).

STEP 13: INSTALL LIFT HANDLE TUBE EXTENSION
(SEE FIGURE 12)
• Install the lift handle tube extension on the lift handle
tube using a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt (I) and 1/4" nylock
nut (U).

LIFT HANDLE
TUBE EXTENSION

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

LIFT HANDLE
TUBE

DUMP PIVOT
BRACKET
5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT (S)

1/4" NYLOCK NUT (U)
5/16"
NYLOCK
NUTS (S)

Figure 12

STEP 14: INSTALL LIFT CABLE
(SEE FIGURE 13)
• Connect the hooked end of the lift cable into the index
rod, and install the threaded cable adjuster into the
notch in the top of the index bracket, placing a nut on
each side of the notch.

5/16" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLTS (G)

Figure 14

• Adjust the cable adjustment nuts so that when the lift
trigger is squeezed, the bottom of the index rod raises
enough to release from the latched position. The index
rod should also lower far enough to lock in the latched
position when the trigger is released.

STEP 16: INSTALL DUMP HANDLE TUBE EXTENSION
(SEE FIGURE 15)
• Install the dump handle tube extension on the dump
handle tube using a 1/4" x 1-3/4" hex bolt (I) and 1/4"
nylock nut (U).

• Attach the lift cable to the lift handle using three cable
ties (QQ).

• Attach the dump cable to the dump handle tube using
three cable ties (QQ).

LIFT TRIGGER

DUMP HANDLE
TUBE EXTENSION
1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (I)

LIFT CABLE
CABLE
ADJUSTMENT
NUTS

USE THIS HOLE

HOOK

1/4" NYLOCK
NUT (U)

INDEX ROD

Figure 13

DUMP CABLE

DUMP HANDLE TUBE

Figure 15

STEP 18: INSTALL HOSE CLIP AND SPACER
(SEE FIGURE 17)
• Secure the dump cable to the back of the bucket
using a hose clip (SS), a #10 x 5/8" truss-head bolt (L)
and a #10-32 nylock nut (W).

STEP 17: INSTALL DUMP CONTROL PIN
(SEE FIGURE 16)
• Install a small 1/2" washer (GG) and then the short
compression spring (OO) onto the dump control pin.
Install the dump control pin into the pin stop bracket.
Make sure the flat side of the pin faces to the front
when finished.
• Connect the hooked end of the dump cable into the
hole in the dump control pin. Install the threaded cable
adjuster down into the notch in the pin stop bracket,
placing a nut on each side of the notch. Adjust and
tighten the adjuster nuts so that the tapered end of
the dump control pin extends 3/4" through the side of
the pin stop bracket.

#10-32 NYLOCK
NUT (W)

DUMP CONTROL PIN
3/4"

HOSE
CLIP (SS)

PIN STOP
BRACKET

#10 x 5/8"
TRUSS
HEAD BOLT (L)

Figure 17
DUMP CONTROL PIN
SMALL 1/2" WASHER (GG)
SPRING (OO)

INSTALL front scoop on tractor

HOOK
CABLE
ADJUSTER

STEP 19: IDENTIFY YOUR TRACTOR TYPE
(SEE FIGURE 18)
• Look underneath the front axle of your tractor. If there
is a single mower deck suspension bracket located
under the middle of the front axle, continue on to
step 20. If your tractor does not have a mower deck
suspension bracket underneath the middle of the
front axle, skip to step 22 on page 14 or step 24 on
page 14 for tractors with dual suspension brackets.

PIN STOP
BRACKET

Figure 16

MOWER DECK
SUSPENSION
BRACKET

FIGURE 18
12

LAWN TRACTORS AND GARDEN TRACTORS
WITH SINGLE SUSPENSION BRACKETS

STEP 21: INSTALL FRAME BRACE
(SEE FIGURE 20)
• Install the frame brace to the inside of the side plates
using two 1/2" x 1-3/4" bolts (B), large 1/2" washers
(JJ), 1/2" spacers (Y) and 1/2" nylock nuts (O).
Install the brace in the bottom holes for Garden (GT)
Tractors and the second from bottom holes for Lawn
(LT) Tractors. Do not tighten yet.

STEP 20: INSTALL SIDE PLATES
(SEE FIGURE 19)
• Remove any bolts present in the mounting holes on
the left side of the tractor frame. Do not remove bolts
from right side of frame until left side plate has been
installed.

• Tighten all nuts on side plates and frame brace.

• Install the left (long) side plate on the tractor frame
using three 3/8" x 1" carriage bolts (J), three 3/8"
nylock nuts (R), one 5/16" x 1" carriage bolt (K), one
5/16" nylock nut (S) and three large 1/2" washers (JJ)
if needed (see note). Do not tighten yet. Repeat for
the right (long) side plate.

• Skip to step 25 on page 15.
1/2" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (B)
1/2" LARGE
WASHER (JJ)

NOTE: If an engine mounting plate is present (shown with
dotted lines) that prevents the side plate from resting flat
against the tractor frame, place 1/2" washers (II) on the
front two 3/8" bolts and on the rear 5/16" bolt to serve as
shims between the side plate and the frame.

(3) 3/8" x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLTS (J)

5/16" x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLT (K)

ENGINE
MOUNTING
PLATE

1/2" SPACER (Y)

5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT (S)

1/2" NYLOCK
NUT (O)
FRAME BRACE

Figure 20
(3) 1/2" LARGE
WASHERS (JJ)
(SEE NOTE)
LEFT (LONG)
SIDE PLATE

(3) 3/8" NYLOCK
NUTS (R)

Figure 19

HOLE FOR LT
HOLE FOR GT

LAWN TRACTORS WITH DUAL SUSPENSION
BRACKETS

GARDEN TRACTORS WITH DUAL
SUSPENSION BRACKETS

STEP 22: INSTALL SIDE PLATES
(SEE FIGURE 21)
• Remove any bolts present in the mounting holes on
the left side of the tractor frame. Do not remove bolts
from right side of frame until done with left side plate.

STEP 24: INSTALL SIDE PLATES
(SEE FIGURE 23)
• Remove any bolts present in the mounting holes on
the left side of the tractor frame. Do not remove bolts
from right side of frame until left side plate has been
installed.

• Fasten the left (long) side plate to the tractor frame
using three 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (E), 3/8" small washers
(FF), and 3/8" lock washers (DD). If there is a bracket
like the one shown with dotted lines, use a 3/8" large
washer (HH) as a shim on the rear bolt. Do not
tighten yet. Repeat for the right (long) side plate.

• Install the left (short) side plate with the pin to the
outside using two 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (E) and 3/8" lock
washers (DD). Tighten only until bolts are snug and
lock washers are flattened. Repeat for the right side
plate.

3/8" LARGE
WASHER (HH)
(if needed)

• Install a 3/4" washer (KK) and a long hairpin cotter
(Z) to the pin in each side plate. Remove them while
mounting the scoop.

LEFT (LONG)
SIDE PLATE
LEFT (GT)
SIDE PLATE

(3) 3/8" x 1"
(3) 3/8" SMALL
HEX BOLTS (E)
WASHERS (FF)
(3) 3/8" LOCK
WASHERS (DD)

Figure 21

(2) 3/8" LOCK
WASHERS (DD)

STEP 23: INSTALL FRAME BRACE
(SEE FIGURE 22)
• Install the frame brace between the side plates using
two 1/2" x 1-3/4" bolts (B), large 1/2" large washers
(JJ), 1/2" spacers (Y) and 1/2" nylock nuts (O). Use the
second hole from the bottom in the plates. Tighten.

LONG
HAIRPIN
COTTER (Z)

Figure 23

• Tighten 3/8" x 1" hex bolts (E) in side plates only until
they are snug and the lock washers are flattened.
• Skip to step 25 on page 15.
1/2" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (B)
1/2" SPACER (Y)

1/2" LARGE
WASHER (JJ)
1/2" NYLOCK NUT (O)

38/" x 1"
HEX BOLTS

FRAME BRACE

Figure 22

3/4" WASHER (KK)

(2) 3/8" x 1"
HEX BOLTS (E)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR all tractors

STEP 26: ADJUST TILT AND PIN STOP BRACKETS
(SEE FIGURE 25)
• Lower the scoop assembly onto a smooth level surface.
For normal use, let the bottom of the bucket rest flat on
the ground. For more aggressive scraping action, place
1/4" shims under the rear of the bucket at each end.

STEP 25: MOUNT SCOOP TO TRACTOR
(SEE FIGURE 24)
• Align the scoop with the side plates on the front of the
tractor. Lift the rear of the scoop and slide the notches
in the scoop frame onto the bolts or pins in the tractor
side plates. Stand on the left side of the tractor and
push down on the scoop dump handle until the holes
in the scoop frame and the holes in the side plates are
aligned. Install two clevis pins (NN) through the holes
and secure with two hairpin cotters (Z).

• Make sure the two smaller bolts in the tilt bracket
and the four bolts in the pin stop bracket are slightly
loosened.
• Swing the tilt bracket forward and position the pin stop
bracket so the end of the dump control pin inserts into
the hole in the tilt bracket.
• Adjust the pin stop bracket so that it is flush and square
with the front of the bucket. Leave a small gap between
the side of the pin stop bracket and the tilt bracket. The
taper on the end of the dump control pin should now
extend all the way through the tilt bracket. Tighten the
bolts and nuts in the pin stop bracket

DUMP HANDLE

• Tighten the two bolts and nuts in the tilt bracket.
BOLT OR
PIN
LONG
HAIRPIN
COTTER (Z)

DUMP
CONTROL PIN

CLEVIS PIN (NN)
5/8" x 1-1/4"
SCOOP
ASSEMBLY

Figure 24

SMALLER BOLTS
TILT BRACKET
PIN STOP BRACKET

Figure 25

STEP 27: ADJUST LIFT STRAPS
(SEE FIGURE 26)
• Make sure the nuts and bolts in the lift straps are
loose enough to turn by hand. Stand beside the right
side of the scoop and hold the lift handle as far
forward as it will go until you tighten one of the nuts
in the lift straps. Let go of the lift handle and tighten
the other three nuts in the lift straps.

STEP 29: ADJUST STOP BOLT
(SEE FIGURE 28)
• Keep the scoop locked in the TRANSPORT position.
Adjust the nuts on the stop bolt in or out until the
dump control pin is centered in the slot of the tilt
bracket when the tilt bracket is pulled back against the
stop bolt. Securely tighten the two nuts together.
NOTE: If the lift strap assemblies are moved to the rear
mounting holes, one of the spacers on the stop bolt
will need to be moved to the back side of the bolt stop
bracket. Refer to step 8 on page 9.

LIFT HANDLE

STOP BOLT

TIGHTEN
BOLT
DUMP CONTROL PIN
TILT BRACKET

TIGHTEN
NUTS

LIFT STRAP
ASSEMBLIES

Figure 28

Figure 26

STEP 30: CHECK DUMPING OPERATION
• With the scoop in the transport position, squeeze the
dump trigger and push down on the dump handle
to dump the bucket. Release the dump trigger and
lift up on the handle to lock the bucket in the upright
position. If the dump control pin does not lock into the
tilt bracket, loosen the bolts tightened in steps 26, 27
and 28 and then repeat steps 26, 27 28 and 29.

STEP 28: ADJUST TILT STOP BRACKETS
(SEE FIGURE 27)
• Raise the scoop until it locks in the TRANSPORT
position. Push the tilt stop brackets (RR) on each side
of the bucket down against the lift frame arms, and
tighten the nuts.
NOTE: Readjust the tilt stop brackets if you move the lift
strap assemblies from the front to rear holes or from
the rear to front holes. Refer to step 6 on page 8.

TILT STOP
BRACKET (RR)

LIFT FRAME ARM

Figure 27

OPERATION
KNOW YOUR Front end scoop

• Always test to make sure your vehicle has adequate
power and braking capabilities whenever hauling a
substantial amount of weight in your front end scoop.
Use extra caution when operating on slopes.

Read this owner's manual and safety rules before
operating your front end scoop.
Compare the illustration below with your front end scoop
to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their
locations.

• For best handling and traction, distribute the weight of
the load evenly in the bucket.

LIFT
HANDLE

LIFT
TRIGGER
LEVER

CAUTION: Never ram the scoop into
material at high speeds.

DUMP
HANDLE

• Keep the lift handle locked in the raised position when
tilting the scoop bucket forward to dump.
• The lift handle must be locked in the raised position to
allow the dump handle to lock the scoop bucket back
in the upright position after dumping.

DUMP
TRIGGER
LEVER

• Do not scrape or push material with the scoop bucket
while it is tilted forward.
• Add wheel weights for improved traction when using
the scoop.
• To dump material from the bucket, squeeze the dump
trigger and push the dump tube handle down. Release
the trigger before returning the bucket to the upright
position.

DUMP TRIGGER LEVER Press to release the dump pin.
DUMP HANDLE Press down to dump the bucket.
LIFT TRIGGER LEVER Press to release the index pin.
LIFT HANDLE Press down to lift the bucket assembly.

• To lower the bucket, squeeze the lift trigger and
then lift up on the lift handle. If the trigger is hard
to depress, you may need to push down on the lift
handle while squeezing, and then lift up. Release
the trigger before retuning the bucket to the raised
position.

HOW TO USE YOUR SCOOP
DO NOT EXCEED 200 LB. CAPACITY OF BUCKET
One cubic foot of dirt weighs approximately 80 lbs.
One cubic foot of dry sand or gravel weighs
approximately 100 lbs.

• Do not exceed mowing speed (3 mph) when the front
end scoop is attached to the tractor.

CAUTION: Vehicle braking and
stability may be affected with the
addition of an accessory or an
attachment. Be aware of changing
conditions on slopes.

CAUTION: To avoid possible injury,
make sure that no one is near
the bucket before dumping the
bucket.
CAUTION: Always lower the scoop
bucket to the ground before
leaving the tractor.

• Refer to the vehicle owner's manual for instructions on
safe operation on slopes.
• Use the slope guide provided on page 23 of this manual
to determine whether slope angle is too steep for safe
operation.
17

MAINTENANCE
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.

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Check for loose fasteners X
Cleaning
Lubrication

Service Dates

check for loose fasteners

Lubrication

• Before each use make a thorough visual check of
the front end scoop for any bolts and nuts which may
have loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.

• Lightly oil all pivot points on the scoop lift mechanism.
• Lightly oil the surface on the scoop bucket where the
attachment lift frame pivots.
• Apply a good grade of spray lubricant to the trigger
assemblies on the lift handle and dump handle.

Cleaning
• After each use, clean off any dirt and debris from the
scoop bucket lift frame.
• Before storing at the end of each season, rinse off
the scoop bucket and scoop lift frame. Allow to dry
thoroughly. Paint any exposed metal surfaces to
protect from rust.
• Store in a clean, dry area.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM
Scoop won't lock into
raised/transport position.

Scoop bucket won't lock into level
position after dumping.

CAUSE

CORRECTION

1. Index rod is jamming.
2. Frame is hitting tilt stop
brackets.

1. Apply grease to the bottom slot in the
lift bracket, where the index rod slides
2. Adjust the tilt stop brackets as
instructed on page 16.

1. Dump control pin does not align
with the tilt bracket.

1. Adjust the tilt bracket and lift straps as
instructed on page 16.
2. Adjust the stop bolt as instructed on
page 16.

Lift handle trigger won't release
scoop from the transport position.

1. Index rod is jamming.
2. Lift cable is not adjusted properly.

1. Apply grease to the bottom slot in the
lift bracket, where the index rod slides.
2. Adjust cable nuts as instructed on page
11.

Dump handle trigger won't
release bucket to dump.

1. Dump control cable is not adjusted 1. Adjust parts as instructed in step 17 on
page 12.
properly.
2. Adjust parts as instructed in step 26 on
2. Pin stop bracket is not adjusted
page 15.
properly side to side.

Bucket is becoming more difficult
to tilt up or down.

1. Debris is lodged between bucket
assembly and lift frame.

1. Remove all debris from between the
bucket assembly and the lift frame.

PARTS
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248475
5

36
37

3
22

11
12
13

4
33

21
22

15
6

1 82

72
23

28 45
10

40
13

53
42

42
13

43
51

51
45

14
61
59 60

68
13

43
32
21

55 17
49
66
68
15

25 81
26

18
15 16

69
49

10
30

23
75

REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248475
ref part no. qty
description
ref part no. qty
description
1
1509-69
3 Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4" (Grade 5) 43
43093
3 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"
2
726-0178
6 Cable Tie
44
710-0865
3 Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 1" (Grade 5)
3
49265
1 Lift Handle Extension
45 R19212016 6 Flat Washer, 5/8" x 1-1/4" x 16 Ga.
4
49266
2 Oval Screw, 10-24 x 1-1/2"
46
25852
1 Tilt Bracket Extension Strap
5
47674
2 Plastic Plug, 1-1/4" O.D. Tube
47
25851
1 Tilt Bracket
6
47025
1 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3-1/2" (Gr. 5)
48
43062
1 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-1/2" (Grade 5)
7
43009
2 Flat Washer, 3/4"
49
43350
8 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1" (Grade 5)
8
23658
2 Spacer, .39" x .56" x .62" L
50
64963
1 Lift Frame Assembly
9
49912
1 Cable, Lift
51
43084
5 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" (Grade 5)
10
47189
3 Nylock Nut, 1/4"
52
43010
6 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/4"
11
47369
1 Roll Pin, 3/16" x 1-3/4"
53
64968
1 Dump Pivot Bracket
12
47368
1 Roll Pin, 5/16" x 1-3/4"
54
49273
1 Dump Control Rod
13
47810
14 Nylock Nut, 5/16-18
55
49268
1 Dump Control Pin
14
HA21362
14 Nylock Nut, 3/8-16
56
48905
1 Compression Spring
15
43070
14 Flat Washer, 3/8"
57
46055
1 Spring Pin, 1/8" x 1"
16
25350
4 Lift Strap
58
25335
1 Pin Stop Bracket
17
43063
7 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1" (Grade 5)
59
47171
1 Nylock Nut, #10-32
18
25343
1 Lift Bracket
60
HA23761
1 Hose Clamp
19
741-0192
2 Flange Bearing with Flats
61
43346
1 Truss-Head Bolt #10-32 x 5/8"
20 R19171616 4 Flat Washer, 1/2" x 1" (Small)
62
64962
1 Bucket Assembly
21
43055
4 Hairpin Cotter, 3/32" x 1.8"
63
43015
2 Hex Nut, 3/8-16
22
43001
10 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1" (Grade 5)
64
43087
3 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4" (Grade 5)
23
732-0306
2 Spring, Compression
65
47572
1 Nut, Hex 3/8-16 Lock Flanged
24
43262
1 Hex Lock Nut, 1/2-13
66
26481
2 Tilt Stop Bracket
25
66258
1 Tilt Anchor Assembly
67
25722
1 Frame Brace
26
48115
2 Nylock Jam Nut, 1/2-13
68
43081
8 Flat Washer, 5/16"
27
63675
1 Lift Arm Assembly
69
44326
2 Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1" (Grade 5)
28
25510
2 Mounting Bracket
70
710-0367
2 Hex Bolt, 5/8-11 x 1-1/2" (Grade 5)
29
43343
4 Hairpin Cotter, 3/32" x 2-5/16"
71
736-0247
2 Washer, .41" x 1.25" x .156"
30 R74780828 2 Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1-3/4" (Grade 5) 72
43000
1 Extension Spring
31 R19172410 8 Flat Washer, 1/2" x 1-1/2" (Large)
73
44062
2 Clevis Pin, 1/2" x 1"
32
24817
4 Spacer, 0.52" x 0.75" x 0.5"
74
142
1 Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 3/4"
33
712-3083
2 Nylock Nut, 1/2-13
75 R19131316 2 Flat Washer, 3/8" x 13/16" x 1/16"
34
43003
6 Lock Washer, 3/8"
76
63773
1 Index Bracket Assembly
35
712-0261
2 Nylock Nut, 5/8-11
77
48049
1 Index Rod
36
63568
1 Right (Short) Side Plate
78
49264
1 Lift Handle Tube
37
63569
1 Left (Short) Side Plate
79
25562
1 Right (Long) Side Plate
38
49270
1 Dump Handle Tube Extension
80
25563
1 Left (Long) Side Plate
39
711-0309
2 Clevis Pin, 5/8" x 1-1/4"
81
43064
2 Nut, Hex 5/16-18
40
49271
1 Dump Handle Tube
82
43178
1 Nut, Hex 1/4-20
41
40173
1 Dump Control Cable
83
42210
2 Nylock Jam Nut, 3/8-16
42
43601
3 Washer, 1.59" x 1.032" x 0.60"
42086
Owner's Manual
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NOTES

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
OF TRACTOR WITH ATTACHMENT

FOLD
ALO
N
G
D
THIS IS
OTTED
LINE
A 10
D
E
G
REE S
LOPE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

10 DEGREES MAX.

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.

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