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Craftsman 486.243232 User Manual

Craftsman 486.243232
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Owner's Manual
2 cu. ft. (TOW)
BROADCAST SPREADER
Model No. 486.243232
CAUTION:
Before using this product, read
this manual and follow all
Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.
IMPORTANT - READ THIS FIRST!!!
For Missing Parts or Assembly Questions
Please Call 866-576-8388
Mon.-Fri. 7 am - 5 pm CST.
FAX 217-728-2032 or e-mail info@agri-fab.com
Missing parts will be sent UPS in 24 hours directly to your home.
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Parts
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com/craftsman
PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 49100 (1/04)
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Craftsman 486.243232 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCraftsman
Model486.243232
CategorySpreader
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Owner's Manual

CAUTION: Before Use

Read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using the product.

Important Safety and Assembly Information

Provides critical information for missing parts or assembly questions, including contact details and hours.

Warranty Information

Limited One Year Warranty

Details the limited one-year warranty for the spreader, including conditions, exclusions, and commercial use limitations.

Safety Guidelines

General Safety Precautions

Provides essential safety advice for operating power equipment, including tractor and spreader use.

Warning Symbol Explanation

Explains the warning symbol's meaning: 'Attention!! Become alert!! Your safety is involved.'

Hardware Package Contents

Hardware Identification

Lists and illustrates all hardware components included in the package with their descriptions.

Assembly Instructions

Carton Contents

Lists all parts included in the carton, from Hitch Tube to Vinyl Cover and Hardware Package.

Tools Required for Assembly

Specifies the tools needed for assembly: Pliers, 7/16" Wrenches, and Hammer.

Part Removal and Identification

Instructions for removing and identifying all parts and hardware from the carton before assembly.

Operation

Know Your Spreader

Familiarizes the user with the spreader's controls and their locations through an illustration.

How to Use Your Spreader

Provides step-by-step instructions on how to set the flow control for proper operation.

Using Your Spreader

Offers advice on spreader usage, including material choice, hopper filling, and operating speed.

Application Chart

Details application rates and spread widths for various materials at a specific operating speed.

Maintenance and Storage

Customer Responsibilities and Schedule

Details customer duties, a maintenance schedule, and key checks like fasteners, parts, and tires.

Lubrication and Cleaning

Guides on lubricating key components and cleaning the spreader for optimal performance and storage.

Storage Instructions

Recommendations for storing the spreader in a clean, dry area after proper cleaning.

Service and Adjustments

Axle and Sprocket Assembly

Instructions for disassembling, marking, and reassembling axle, gear, and sprocket for correct operation.

Agitator Hairpin Replacement

Information on replacing a damaged or worn agitator hairpin, referencing Figure 16.

Troubleshooting

Flow Rate Inaccuracy

Addresses inaccurate flow rate by adjusting the flow control bracket or setting.

Material Flow Issues

Solutions for material not flowing from the hopper, related to closure plate or material clumping.

Parts Identification

Repair Parts Diagram

Diagram illustrating all repairable parts of the Model 486.243232 spreader with reference numbers.

Parts List

Part Identification and Quantity

A comprehensive list of all repair parts, including reference numbers, part numbers, quantities, and descriptions.

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