Craftsman Snow Blower 486248381 User Manual

Operator's Manual  
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STOP  
42"- 2 STAGE SNOW THROWER  
TRACTOR ATTACHMENT  
Model No. 486.248381  
DO NOT RETURN TO STORE  
For Missing Parts or Assembly  
Questions Call 1-866-576-8388  
CAUTION:  
• Safety  
Before using this product, read  
this manual and follow all Safety  
Rules and Operating Instructions.  
• Assembly  
• Operation  
• Maintenance  
• Parts  
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.  
PRINTED IN U.S.A.  
FORM NO. 40242 (REV. 12/13/07)  
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SAFETY  
Anypowerequipmentcancauseinjuryifoperatedimproperlyoriftheuserdoesnotunderstandhowtooperatetheequipment.  
Exercise caution at all times, when using power equipment.  
Read this owner's manual carefully and know how to  
operate your snow thrower and how to stop the unit  
and disengage the controls quickly.  
Never allow children to operate the equipment.  
Never allow adults to operate the equipment without  
proper instruction.  
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,  
especially small children, and pets.  
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is  
to be used and remove all door mats, sleds, boards,  
wires and other foreign objects.  
Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before  
starting engine.  
Do not operate equipment without wearing adequate  
winter outer garments.  
Wear substantial footwear which will protect feet and  
improve footing on slippery surfaces.  
Check fuel before starting the engine. Do not remove  
the fuel cap or fill the fuel tank while the engine  
is running or hot. Do not fill the fuel tank indoors.  
Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel.  
Make sure the snow thrower height is adjusted to  
clear the type surface it will be used on.  
Do not use the snow thrower without the rear weight  
attached to the tractor.  
Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating  
position, before unclogging the snow thrower or  
making any adjustments or inspections.  
Take all possible precautions when leaving the unit  
unattended. Disengage the attachment clutch lever or  
switch, lower the snow thrower, shift into neutral, set  
the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the  
key.  
When cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain  
all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark  
plug wire and keep it away from the plug to prevent  
accidental starting.  
Do not run engine indoors except when transporting  
the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the  
outside doors. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.  
Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise  
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.  
Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. Refer to the  
slope guide on page 39 of this manual.  
Never operate the snow thrower without guards,  
plates or other safety protection devices in place.  
Never operate the snow thrower near glass  
enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop offs  
etc. without proper adjustment of the snow thrower  
discharge angle.  
Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone  
in front of the snow thrower.  
Never run the snow thrower into material at high  
speeds.  
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting  
to clear snow at too fast a rate.  
Never operate the machine at high transport speed  
on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when  
backing up.  
Watch for traffic and stay alert when crossing or  
operating near roadways.  
Disengage power to the snow thrower when  
transporting or when not in use.  
Use only attachments and accessories approved by  
the manufacturer of the snow thrower (such as wheel  
weights, counter weights, cabs etc.)  
Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility  
or light.  
Never make any adjustments while the engine is  
running.  
Always wear safety glasses or eye shield during  
operation or while performing adjustment or repair.  
Do not place hands or feet near rotating parts. Keep  
clear of the discharge opening at all times.  
Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing  
gravel surfaces.  
Do not carry passengers.  
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove  
the wire from the spark plug and then thoroughly  
inspect the snow thrower for damage. Repair any  
damage before restarting and operating the snow  
thrower.  
If the snow thrower starts to vibrate abnormally, stop  
the engine immediately and check for the cause.  
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.  
Lookforthissymboltopointoutimportantsafetyprecautions.ItmeansAttention!!Become  
alert!!Your safety is involved.  
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HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS  
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REF. QTY.  
DESCRIPTION  
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Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1-1/4"  
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 3-1/4"  
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1"  
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4"  
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4"  
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1"  
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1" (Thread Forming)  
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 3/4" (Thread Forming)  
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4" (Thread Forming)  
Slotted Truss Head Bolt, 3/8" x 1"  
Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1"  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4"  
Carriage Bolt , 5/16" x 1-1/4"  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1"  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 3/4"  
Shoulder Bolt  
X
Y
Z
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2
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Washer, 3/8"  
Bowed Washer  
Flanged Nut, 1/4"  
Flanged Nut, 5/16"  
Flanged Nut, 3/8"  
Nylock Nut, 5/16" (2 spare parts)  
Hex Lock Nut, 3/8"  
Nylock Nut, 1/2"  
Tarp Strap  
Spring  
Chute Keeper  
Trunnion  
Hairpin Cotter, 5/64"  
Hairpin Cotter, 1/8"  
Hairpin Cotter, 3/32"  
Lock Pin  
AA  
BB  
CC  
DD  
EE  
FF  
GG  
HH  
II  
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SS  
TT  
Shoulder Bolt  
Shear Bolt (spare parts)  
Lock Washer, 3/8"  
Washer, 1/4"  
Washer, 5/16"  
Plastic Cap  
Nylon Tie  
Chain, Tensioning  
Tail Reflector  
Small Spacer  
U
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Washer, 1/2"  
Washer, 3/8" (Thin)  
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Large Spacer  
Pulley  
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CARTON CONTENTS  
13. Plastic Keg  
14. L.H. Hanger Bracket (Outside Mounting)  
15. R.H. Hanger Bracket (Outside Mounting)  
16. Clutch Idler Assembly  
17. V-Belt, Drive (Short) #46989  
18 V-Belt, Drive (Long) #48138  
19. V-Belt, Auger (Attached to Housing Assembly)  
20. Chute and Control Cable Assembly  
21. Housing Assembly  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Cross Brace (Weight Tray)  
Side Braces (2) (Weight Tray)  
Left Hand Side Plate  
Right Hand Side Plate  
Anti-rotation Bracket  
Engagement Rod (Not used on some models)  
Suspension Arms (2)  
Engine Pulley Keeper (Not used on some models)  
Chute Crank Rod Assembly  
22. Weight Tray  
10. Support Tube, Crank Rod  
11. Lift Handle and Cable  
12. Cable Bracket  
23. L.H. Hanger Bracket (Inside Mounting)  
24. R.H. Hanger Bracket (Inside Mounting)  
Hardware Package (Stored inside Plastic Keg)  
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ASSEMBLY  
IDENTIFYYOUTRACTOR  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
(2) 7/16" Wrenches  
(2) 1/2" Wrenches  
(2) 9/16" Wrenches  
(2) 3/4" Wrenches  
(1) Screw Driver  
(1) Knife  
STEP 1: (SEE FIGURE 1)  
Look under the front of your tractor. If there is a single  
mower deck suspension bracket located underneath  
the middle of the front axle, continue on to step  
2. If your tractor does not have a mower deck  
suspension bracket underneath the middle of the  
front axle, skip to step 21 on page 13 for tractors  
with dual suspension brackets.  
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED  
General Purpose Grease  
REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON  
Remove all parts and hardware packages from the  
carton. Lay out parts and hardware and identify using  
the illustrations on pages 4 and 6.  
NOTE: Not all of the supplied parts and hardware will be  
needed for your particular tractor. Unneeded items may  
be discarded after you have completed assembly and  
checked operation of unit. DO NOT DISCARD the two  
spare shear bolts (R) and 5/16" nylock nuts (CC). Refer  
to the Service and Adjustments section on page 29.  
MOWER DECK  
SUSPENSION  
BRACKET  
FIGURE 1  
CAUTION: Beforestartingtoassemblethe  
snow thrower, remove the spark plug wire(s),  
set the parking brake and remove the key  
from the tractor ignition.  
INSTRUCTIONS FORTRACTORS WITH  
SINGLE FRONT DECK SUSPENSION  
BRACKET  
TRACTOR PREPARATION  
STEP 2: (SEE FIGURE 2)  
Before performing these instructions, refer to the Service  
and Adjustments section of your tractor owner's manual  
for specific safety instructions.  
Remove the browning shield from the front of the  
tractor as shown. Hold onto the shield as you remove  
the second screw to prevent it from falling.  
Be sure to reinstall the browning shield when so  
instructed in step 3.  
Allow engine, muffler and exhaust deflector to cool  
before beginning.  
Remove any front or rear attachment which is  
mounted to your tractor.  
Remove the mower deck. Refer to your tractor owner's  
manual for removal instructions. Mark all loose parts  
and save for reassembly.  
Remove the tractor hood. Refer to your tractor owner's  
manual for removal instructions.  
REMOVE  
FRONT SCREWS  
IMPORTANT: Right hand (R.H.) and left hand (L.H.) side  
of the tractor are determined from the operators position  
while seated on the tractor.  
REMOVE  
BROWNING SHIELD  
FIGURE 2  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
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INSTALL SIDE PLATES  
STEP 3: (SEE FIGURE 3)  
INSTALL HANGER BRACKETS AND SHOULDER  
BOLTS TO OUTSIDE OF FRAME  
Fasten the R.H. Side Plate (bend facing out) to the  
front three holes in the tractor frame using three  
3/8" x 1" carriage bolts (K), three 1/2" washers (V)  
(see note) and three 3/8" flange nuts (BB). For the  
rear hole, use a 5/16" x 1" carriage bolt (N), a 1/2"  
washer (V) and a 5/16" nylock nut (CC). Place the 1/2"  
washers (V) between the tractor frame and the side  
plate. Repeat for L.H. side plate.  
STEP 5: (SEE FIGURE 5)  
Remove the bolt, if present, in the hole directly behind  
the brake rod on the left side of the tractor frame.  
Attach the L.H. Hanger Bracket (tube facing out) to the  
hole using a 5/16" x 3/4" self threading bolt (I).  
Install a round head shoulder bolt (Q) into the hole  
that is 9-1/2" to the rear of the bolt you just installed.  
Secure it with a 3/8" flange nut (BB) on the inside of  
the frame.  
Reinstall the browning shield onto the tractor frame  
using the original screws.  
BRAKE ROD  
NOTE: If there is an engine mounting plate (shown with  
dotted lines) leave the 1/2 washer off the bolt that goes  
through the plate.  
5/16" x 3/4" SELF  
THREADING BOLT (I)  
5/16" x 1"  
ENGINE MOUNTING  
CARRIAGE BOLT (N)  
PLATE  
SEE NOTE  
5/16"  
NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
L.H. HANGER  
SHOULDER  
BRACKET  
BOLT (Q)  
3/8" FLANGED  
NUT (BB)  
(3) 3/8" x 1"  
CARRIAGE  
BOLTS (K)  
FIGURE 5  
LEFT SIDE VIEW  
(4) 1/2" WASHERS (V)  
STEP 6: (SEE FIGURE 6)  
(3) 3/8" FLANGE NUTS (BB)  
Remove the bracket, if present, from the hole directly  
FIGURE 3  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
behind the end of the brake rod on the right side of  
the tractor frame. Store the bracket and bolt.  
Attach the R.H. Hanger Bracket to the hole using a  
5/16" x 3/4" self threading bolt (I).  
Install a round head shoulder bolt (Q) into the hole  
that is 9-1/2" to the rear of the bolt you just installed.  
Secure it with a 3/8" flange nut (BB) on the inside of  
the frame.  
STEP 4: (SEE FIGURE 4)  
Assemble a shoulder bolt (P) and a 3/8" washer (X)  
to the outside of R.H. side plate, securing it with a  
3/8" flanged nut (BB). Repeat for L.H. side plate.  
5/16" x 3/4" SELF  
THREADING BOLT (I)  
RIGHT END OF  
BRAKE ROD  
R.H. HANGER  
BRACKET  
SHOULDER  
BOLT (Q)  
SHOULDER  
BOLT (P)  
3/8" FLANGED  
NUT (BB)  
3/8" WASHER (X)  
3/8" FLANGED  
NUT (BB)  
FIGURE 4  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
FIGURE 6  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
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STEP 9: (SEE FIGURE 9)  
THIS SECTION IS FOR TRACTORS WITH A  
MANUAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH  
If your tractor has an electric attachment clutch go to  
step 14 on page 11.  
Attach the cable bracket to the slot shown in the  
clutch/idler assembly using a 5/16" x 3/4" carriage  
bolt (O) and a 5/16" nylock nut (CC). Place the bolt in  
the front hole of the bracket and in the end of the slot  
closest to the pulley. Do not tighten yet.  
STEP 7: (SEE FIGURE 7)  
Attach the pulley (long end of hub facing down) and  
the large spacer (SS) to the hole shown in the clutch/  
idler assembly. Use a 3/8" x 3-1/4" hex bolt (B), a 3/8"  
washer (X), a 3/8" lock washer (S) and a 3/8" hex lock  
nut (DD).  
5/16" x 3/4"  
CARRIAGE BOLT (O)  
CABLE  
BRACKET  
3/8" HEX LOCK NUT (DD)  
3/8" LOCKWASHER (S)  
3/8"  
WASHER (X)  
PULLEY (TT)  
LONG END  
OF HUB  
LARGE SPACER (SS)  
3/8" X 3-1/4"  
HEX BOLT  
(B)  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
FIGURE 9  
STEP 10: (SEE FIGURE 10)  
Two different length drive belts are included with  
your snow thrower.Tractors with manual attachment  
clutches and single front deck suspension brackets use  
the 56" drive belt with #48138 printed on the outside of  
the belt. DO NOT USE the other belt.  
FIGURE 7  
Slightly loosen the hex bolt next to the flat idler pulley.  
Install the drive belt down between the hex bolt and the  
flat idler pulley with the flat side of the belt against the  
pulley. Retighten the hex bolt.  
Loop the belt around the large v-pulley, placing it  
between the v-pulley and the hex bolt next to the pulley.  
Place the belt to the inside of the other flat idler pulley.  
STEP 8: (SEE FIGURE 8)  
Attach the two suspension arms to the rear of the  
clutch/idler assembly using two 5/16" x 3/4" hex bolts  
(E) and 5/16" nylock nuts (CC) for each arm. Place the  
arms on the outside of the frame with the notches to  
the rear.  
HEX BOLTS  
FLAT IDLER  
Insert a tensioning chain through the hole shown and  
attach the end link to the spring on the lower idler arm.  
PULLEYS  
(#48138)  
DRIVE BELT  
FIGURE 10  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
5/16" x 3/4"  
HEX BOLT (E)  
Did you select the correct drive belt for your  
tractor? Using the wrong length belt may  
cause premature bearing or belt failure.  
TENSIONING CHAIN (PP)  
STOP  
FIGURE 8  
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STEP 11: (SEE FIGURE 11)  
1/8" HAIRPIN  
COTTER (KK)  
NYLON TIE (OO)  
PIVOT LOCK PIN (MM)  
(use this hole)  
Find the cable clip that is attached to the left side  
of the tractor frame underneath the footrest. Open  
the clip and remove the mower clutch cable. Do not  
remove the clip from the tractor frame. The cable  
reattaches to the clip when using the mower deck.  
Move the attachment clutch lever on the dash panel to  
the disengaged position.  
L.H. HANGER  
BRACKET  
SHOULDER  
BOLT (Q)  
Place the clutch/idler assembly on the floor on the left  
side of the tractor.  
Attach the tractor's mower clutch cable to the cable  
bracket on the clutch/idler assembly. Secure the cable  
housing guide (groove down) to the cable bracket  
using the original collar and a 5/64" hair cotter pin ( JJ).  
Place a spacer (RR) on the welded pin on the idler  
arm. Hook the end of the clutch cable spring over the  
pin and secure it with a 1/4" washer (T) and a 5/64"  
hair cotter pin (JJ).  
MOWER  
CLUTCH  
CABLE  
Align cable bracket with welded pin and tighten the  
nut assembled in step 9.  
FIGURE 12  
VIEWED FROM LEFT SIDE  
5/64" HAIR  
COTTER PIN (JJ)  
STEP 13: (SEE FIGURE 13)  
1/4" WASHER (T)  
Assemble the drive belt onto the engine pulley first  
and then onto the large pulley on top of the clutch/  
idler assembly. The belt must be placed inside the  
engine pulley belt keeper(s) and between the large  
pulley and the keeper bolt next to it.  
SPACER (RR)  
IMPORTANT: Do Not assemble the "V" belt outside of  
the engine pulley keepers or outside of the keeper bolt  
next to the large pulley.  
5/64" HAIR  
COTTER PIN (JJ)  
Go to step 48 on page 21.  
TRACTOR'S  
CLUTCH CABLE  
CABLE  
ENGINE  
PULLEY  
KEEPER  
ENGINE  
PULLEY  
KEEPER  
BRACKET  
FIGURE 11  
ATTACH CLUTCH IDLER ASSEMBLYTOTRACTOR  
STEP 12: (SEE FIGURE 12)  
Left Side  
of Tractor  
Attach the clutch/idler assembly to the tractor frame.  
Hook the notched suspension arms onto the two  
shoulder bolts (Q) assembled to the outside of the  
tractor frame. Lift the front of the assembly and attach  
it to the R.H. and L.H. hanger brackets using two pivot  
lock pins (MM) and 1/8" hairpin cotters (KK).  
Loosely attach the mower clutch cable to the left side  
of the tractor frame with a nylon tie (OO). Do not pull  
the nylon tie completely tight. The cable may need to  
be removed from the nylon tie when using the mower  
deck.  
IDLER  
PULLEY  
KEEPER BOLT  
FIGURE 13  
VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH  
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STEP 16: (SEE FIGURE 16)  
THIS SECTION IS FOR TRACTORS WITH AN  
ELECTRIC ATTACHMENT CLUTCH  
Hook one end of the spring supplied in the parts bag  
through the end link of the tensioning chain.  
With the clutch/idler assembly turned upside down,  
hook the other end of the spring onto the end of the  
bolt and nut which secure the idler pulley to the upper  
idler arm. Assemble a 3/8" hex lock nut (DD) onto the  
bolt and nut, leaving enough gap between the nuts for  
the spring to pivot freely.  
STEP 14: (SEE FIGURE 14)  
Attach the two suspension arms to the rear of the  
clutch/idler assembly using two 5/16" x 3/4" hex bolts  
(E) and 5/16" nylock nuts (CC) for each arm. Place the  
arms on the outside of the frame with the notches to  
the rear.  
Attach a 3/32" hairpin cotter (LL) to the chain, placing  
it in the fifth link from the spring.  
Insert a tensioning chain through the hole shown and  
attach the end link to the spring on the lower idler arm.  
SPRING  
5TH LINK  
CHAIN  
(L.H. SIDE)  
ATTACH  
SPRING  
HERE  
3/8" HEX  
LOCK NUT (DD)  
3/32" HAIR  
COTTER PIN (LL)  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
RIGHT  
SIDE  
LEFT  
SIDE  
5/16" x 3/4"  
HEX BOLT (E)  
TENSIONING CHAIN (PP)  
FIGURE 14  
FIGURE 16  
VIEW OF BOTTOM  
STEP 15: (SEE FIGURE 15)  
SELECT THE CORRECT DRIVE BELT  
(Electric clutch tractors with a single front deck  
suspension bracket)  
Turn the clutch/idler assembly upside down and place  
the extra tensioning chain (PP) through the left front  
hole.  
STEP 17: (SEE TABLE 1)  
Two different length drive belts are included with  
your snow thrower. Use the table below to select  
the correct drive belt for your type tractor. The part  
number is printed on the outside of the belt .  
Set aside the belt that is not for your tractor to avoid  
accidentally using it.  
LEFT FRONT HOLE  
55" BELT (PART #46989)  
TRACTOR TYPE  
DECK SIZE  
CLUTCH TYPE  
TENSIONING CHAIN (PP)  
(LT) Lawn Tractor  
38", 42"  
Electric  
FIGURE 15  
56" BELT (PART #48138)  
TRACTOR TYPE  
DECK SIZE  
CLUTCH TYPE  
(LT) Lawn Tractor  
48"  
Electric  
Electric  
(GT) Garden Tractor  
48", 54"  
TABLE 1  
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STEP 18: (SEE FIGURE 17)  
STEP 20: (SEE FIGURE 19)  
Turn the clutch/idler assembly right side up.  
Slightly loosen the hex bolt next to the flat idler pulley.  
Install the drive belt down between the hex bolt and the  
flat idler pulley with the flat side of the belt against the  
pulley. Retighten the hex bolt.  
Assemble the drive belt onto the engine pulley first  
and then onto the large pulley on top of the clutch/  
idler assembly. Place the belt to the inside of the idler  
pulley and the belt keeper bolt located beside the  
large pulley.  
Loop the belt around the large v-pulley, placing it  
between the v-pulley and the hex bolt next to the pulley.  
Place tension on the belt by pulling the left side  
tensioning chain (PP) out as far as the 3/32" hairpin  
cotter in the chain will allow. Secure the chain in this  
position by inserting a 1/8" hairpin cotter (KK) through  
the chain.  
HEX BOLTS  
FLAT IDLER  
PULLEY  
IMPORTANT: Do Not assemble the drive belt around the  
outside of the keeper bolt beside the large pulley.  
Go to step 48 on page 21.  
CLUTCH/IDLER ASSEMBLY  
DRIVE BELT  
ENGINE  
ENGINE  
PULLEY  
PULLEY  
FIGURE 17  
1/8" HAIRPIN  
COTTER (KK)  
Did you choose the correct drive belt for  
your tractor? Using the wrong length belt  
may cause premature bearing or belt failure.  
STOP  
IDLER  
PULLEY  
STEP 19: (SEE FIGURE 18)  
CHAIN (PP)  
(L.H. SIDE)  
Attach the clutch/idler assembly to the tractor frame.  
Hook the notched suspension arms onto the two  
shoulder bolts (Q) assembled to the outside of the  
tractor frame. Lift the front of the assembly and attach  
it to the R.H. and L.H. hanger brackets using two pivot  
lock pins (MM) and 1/8" hairpin cotters (KK).  
KEEPER  
BOLT  
PIVOT LOCK PIN (MM) L.H. HANGER  
SHOULDER  
(use second hole)  
BRACKET  
BOLT (Q)  
FIGURE 19  
VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH  
1/8" HAIRPIN  
COTTER (KK)  
FIGURE 18  
VIEWED FROM LEFT SIDE  
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STEP 23: (SEE FIGURE 22)  
INSTRUCTIONS FORTRACTORS WITH DUAL  
FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKETS  
Remove any bolts found in the holes shown.  
REMOVE BOLTS  
IF PRESENT  
FASTEN SIDE PLATES TO TRACTOR  
If your tractor resembles figure 20, go to step 21.  
If your tractor resembles figure 22, go to step 23.  
STEP 21: (SEE FIGURE 20)  
Remove bolts from front three holes shown.  
If a bolt is present in the fourth hole, replace it with a  
5/16" x 1" carriage bolt (N) without a nut. The bracket  
fastened to inside of frame must remain in place.  
SUSPENSION  
BRACKET  
REPLACE BOLT  
(IF PRESENT)  
FIGURE 22  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
REMOVE BOLTS  
(IF PRESENT)  
STEP 24: (SEE FIGURE 23)  
Fasten the R.H. Side Plate (bend facing out) to the  
three holes shown in the tractor frame. Use three 3/8" x  
1" thread forming bolts (G), 1/2" washers (V) and 3/8"  
lock washers (S). Tighten all bolts and repeat for the  
L.H. side.  
NOTE: If the bolt inserts freely into the front hole, assemble  
a 3/8" flanged nut (BB) onto the bolt.  
(3) 1/2" WASHERS (V)  
FRONT  
SUSPENSION  
BRACKET  
FIGURE 20  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
STEP 22: (SEE FIGURE 21)  
Fasten the R.H. Side Plate (bend facing out) to the  
front three holes shown in the tractor frame using  
three 3/8" x 1" thread forming bolts (G), three 3/8"  
lock washers (S) and one 1/2" washer (V) placed on  
the third bolt as a shim between the side plate and  
the frame. Tighten all bolts. Repeat for the L.H. side.  
(3) 3/8" LOCK  
WASHERS (S)  
(3) 3/8" x 1"  
3/8" FLANGED NUT (BB)  
THREAD FORMING  
(SEE NOTE)  
BOLTS (G)  
NOTE: If you installed a bolt in the fourth hole in step 21,  
assemble a 5/16" flange nut (AA) onto the bolt after the  
side plate is installed.  
FIGURE 23  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
STEP 25: (SEE FIGURE 24)  
Go to step 25 on this page.  
Assemble a shoulder bolt (P) and a 3/8" washer (X)  
to the outside of each side plate, securing them with  
a 3/8" flanged nut (BB).  
5/16" x 1"  
CARRIAGE BOLT (N)  
(SEE NOTE)  
1/2" WASHER (V)  
5/16" FLANGED  
NUT (AA)  
(SEE NOTE)  
SHOULDER  
BOLT (P)  
(3) 3/8" x 1"  
THREAD FORMING  
BOLTS (G)  
(3) 3/8" LOCK  
WASHERS (S)  
3/8" FLANGED  
3/8" WASHER (X)  
NUT (BB)  
FIGURE 21  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
FIGURE 24  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
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INSTALLING SHOULDER BOLTS  
STEP 27: (SEE FIGURE 27)  
INSTALLING HANGER BRACKETS  
For better clearance, lower the tractor's suspension arms  
using the attachment lift lever.  
Remove the bolt, washer and nut which fasten the  
sway bar bracket to the L.H. side of the tractor frame.  
Replace with a shoulder bolt (P) and a 3/8" flanged  
nut (BB). Bolt goes on inside of frame.  
STEP 26: (SEE FIGURE 25 or 26)  
On Tractors With Foot Rest Brackets  
Remove the bolt and nut that fasten the L.H. and R.H.  
foot rest brackets to the frame.  
Attach the L.H. Hanger Bracket (marked "L") to the  
inside of the tractor frame using two 3/8" x 1" carriage  
bolts (K) and 3/8" flanged nuts (BB). Bolt heads go on  
inside of tractor frame. Repeat for the R.H. side.  
BOLT REMOVED  
FROM THIS HOLE  
3/8" FLANGED  
NUT (BB)  
SHOULDER BOLT (P)  
BOLT REMOVED  
3/8"  
FLANGED  
FROM THIS HOLE  
NUT (BB)  
SWAY BAR  
BRACKET  
FIGURE 27  
LEFT SIDE VIEW  
SUSPENSION ARM  
3/8" x 1"  
CARRIAGE  
BOLT (K)  
L.H. HANGER  
BRACKET  
STEP 28: (SEE FIGURE 28)  
Assemble a shoulder bolt (P) and 3/8" flanged nut  
FIGURE 25  
LEFT SIDE VIEW  
(BB) to the R.H. side of the tractor frame, using the  
first empty hole to the rear of the R.H. hanger bracket.  
Bolt goes on inside of frame.  
On Tractors Without Foot Rest Brackets  
Find the empty hole beneath the foot rest. Attach the  
L.H. Hanger Bracket (marked "L") to the inside of the  
frame using a 3/8" x 1" carriage bolt (K) and a 3/8"  
flanged nut (BB). Bolt head goes on inside of tractor  
frame. Repeat for the R.H. side.  
3/8" FLANGED  
NUT (BB)  
3/8"  
FLANGED  
NUT (BB)  
SHOULDER BOLT (P)  
R.H. HANGER BRACKET  
SUSPENSION ARM  
3/8" x 1"  
FIGURE 28  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
L.H. HANGER  
CARRIAGE  
BRACKET  
BOLT (K)  
FIGURE 26  
LEFT SIDE VIEW  
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INSTALLING CLUTCH/IDLER ASSEMBLY  
This section covers the installation of the Clutch/Idler  
assembly to tractors with attachment clutches that are  
either rod operated (p. 15), cable operated (p. 17) or  
electric (p. 19). Use the appropriate instructions for your  
tractor.  
ROD OPERATED MANUAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH  
STEP 29: (SEE FIGURE 29)  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
Move the attachment clutch lever on the dash panel to  
the disengaged (down) position.  
Screw the trunnion (II) onto the end of the snow  
thrower engagement rod.  
Locate the clutch arm (where the mower clutch rod  
was connected) underneath the right hand side the  
tractor, just to the inside of the suspension arm. If  
there is an extension attached to the clutch lever, the  
extension, bolt and nut must be removed and stored  
with the mower deck.  
5/16" WASHER (U)  
5/16" x 3/4"  
HEX BOLT (E)  
TENSIONING CHAIN (PP)  
FIGURE 30  
IMPORTANT: Re-attach the extension to the clutch  
lever before reinstalling the mower deck.  
Position the engagement rod to the inside of the  
clutch arm and insert the drilled end of the rod  
through the arm. Secure with a 5/64" hairpin cotter  
(JJ).  
STEP 31: (SEE FIGURE 31)  
Two different length drive belts are included with  
your snow thrower. Tractors with manual attachment  
clutches and dual front deck suspension brackets use  
the 55" drive belt with #46989 printed on the outside  
of the belt. DO NOT USE the other belt.  
Slightly loosen the hex bolt next to the flat idler pulley.  
Install the drive belt down between the hex bolt and the  
flat idler pulley with the flat side of the belt against the  
pulley. Retighten the hex bolt.  
Loop the belt around the large v-pulley, placing it  
between the v-pulley and the hex bolt next to the pulley.  
TRACTOR'S CLUTCH ARM  
ENGAGEMENT ROD  
TRUNNION (II)  
HEX BOLTS  
FLAT IDLER  
PULLEY  
SUSPENSION ARM  
5/64" HAIRPIN  
COTTER (JJ)  
REMOVE EXTENSION,  
BOLT AND NUT  
(IF PRESENT)  
(#46989)  
DRIVE BELT  
FIGURE 29  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
FIGURE 31  
Did you choose the correct drive belt for  
your tractor? Using the wrong length belt  
may cause premature bearing or belt failure.  
STOP  
STEP 30: (SEE FIGURE 30)  
Attach the two suspension arms to the inside of the  
clutch/idler assembly using two 5/16" x 3/4" hex bolts  
(E), 5/16" washers (U) and 5/16" nylock nuts (CC) for  
each arm. Place the washers between the arms and  
the assembly frame.  
Insert a tensioning chain through the hole shown and  
attach the end link to the spring on the lower idler arm.  
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STEP 32: (SEE FIGURE 32)  
NEW ENGINE PULLEY KEEPER WITH  
ORIGINAL BOLT, NUT AND WASHER  
Be sure to lift up the front end of the engagement rod  
as shown when performing the next operation.You  
can temporarily support the rod using a rubber band  
tied to the engine pulley keeper.  
Attach the clutch/idler assembly to the tractor frame  
as follows. Hook the assembly's notched arms onto  
the two shoulder bolts you assembled to the inside  
of the tractor frame. Lift the front of the assembly and  
attach it to the R.H. and L.H. hanger brackets using  
two pivot lock pins (MM) and 1/8" hairpin cotters (KK).  
TRUNNION (II)  
STOP BOLT  
IDLER ARM  
PIVOT LOCK PIN (MM)  
(use second hole)  
3/8" THIN  
WASHER (W)  
ENGAGEMENT  
5/64" HAIRPIN  
COTTER (JJ)  
ROD  
1/8" HAIRPIN COTTER (KK)  
FIGURE 33  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
STEP 34: (SEE FIGURE 34)  
Assemble the short "V" belt onto the engine pulley  
and then onto the large pulley on top of the clutch/idler  
assembly. The belt must be placed to the inside of the  
engine pulley keeper, the idler pulley and the keeper  
bolt located beside the large pulley.  
IMPORTANT: Do Not assemble the "V" belt around the  
outside of the engine pulley keeper or the keeper bolt.  
Go to step 48 on page 21.  
FIGURE 32  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
CLUTCH/IDLER ASSEMBLY  
ENGINE  
PULLEY  
KEEPER  
Left Side  
of Tractor  
STEP 33: (SEE FIGURE 33)  
Make sure the attachment clutch lever on the dash  
panel is in the disengaged (down) position.  
Pivot the upper idler arm so that it rests against the  
stop bolt and is pointing toward the front as shown.  
Screw the trunnion (II) along the threads of the  
engagement rod until it is aligned at the front end of  
the idler arm slot. Attach the trunnion (II) to the slot  
using the 3/8" thin washer (W) and a 5/64" hairpin  
cotter (JJ).  
ENGINE  
PULLEY  
Remove the engine pulley keeper from the side of  
the tractor frame by removing the washer and nut  
that secure the keeper. Attach the new pulley keeper  
supplied with the snow thrower, reusing the original  
bolt, washer and nut.  
IDLER  
PULLEY  
NOTE: Some tractors may already be equipped with a  
pulley keeper that is identical to the new one supplied.  
KEEPER BOLT  
FIGURE 34  
VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH  
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CABLE OPERATED MANUAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH  
STEP 35: (SEE FIGURE 35)  
Slightly loosen the hex bolt next to the flat idler pulley.  
Install the drive belt down between the hex bolt and the  
flat idler pulley with the flat side of the belt against the  
pulley. Retighten the hex bolt.  
Loop the belt around the large v-pulley, placing it  
between the v-pulley and the hex bolt next to the pulley.  
Attach the two suspension arms to the inside of the  
clutch/idler assembly using two 5/16" x 3/4" hex bolts  
(E), 5/16" washers (U) and 5/16" nylock nuts (CC) for  
each arm. Place the washers between the arms and  
the assembly frame.  
FLAT IDLER  
PULLEY  
HEX BOLTS  
Insert a tensioning chain through the hole shown and  
attach the end link to the spring on the lower idler arm.  
(#46989)  
DRIVE BELT  
FIGURE 37  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
Did you choose the correct drive belt for  
your tractor? Using the wrong length belt  
may cause premature bearing or belt failure.  
5/16" WASHER (U)  
5/16" x 3/4"  
STOP  
HEX BOLT (E)  
TENSIONING CHAIN (PP)  
STEP 38: (SEE FIGURE 38)  
FIGURE 35  
Move the attachment clutch lever on the dash panel to  
the disengaged (down) position.  
STEP 36: (SEE FIGURE 36)  
Place the clutch/idler assembly on the floor on the right  
side of the tractor.  
Attach the tractor's clutch cable to the cable bracket.  
Secure the cable housing guide (groove down) to the  
cable bracket using the original collar and a 5/64" hair  
cotter pin (JJ ).  
Assemble the cable bracket to the inner half of the  
double holes in the bottom of the clutch/idler assembly  
using two 5/16" x 3/4" carriage bolts (O) and 5/16"  
nylock nuts (CC). Use the front holes in the cable  
bracket if your tractor has a 42" mower deck. Use the  
rear holes if your tractor has a 46" mower deck.  
Place a spacer (RR) on the welded pin on the idler  
arm. Hook the end of the clutch spring over the pin and  
secure it with a 1/4" washer (T) and a 5/64" hair cotter  
pin (JJ).  
5/16" x 3/4"  
CARRIAGE BOLT (O)  
CABLE  
5/64" HAIR  
BRACKET  
COTTER PIN (JJ)  
1/4" WASHER (T)  
46"  
42"  
DECKS  
DECKS  
SPACER (RR)  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
FIGURE 36  
STEP 37: (SEE FIGURE 37)  
Two different length drive belts are included with  
your snow thrower. Tractors with manual attachment  
clutches and dual front deck suspension brackets use  
the 55" drive belt with #46989 printed on the outside  
of the belt. DO NOT USE the other belt.  
TRACTOR'S  
CLUTCH CABLE  
5/64" HAIR  
COTTER PIN (JJ)  
FIGURE 38  
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STEP 39: (SEE FIGURE 39)  
STEP 40: (SEE FIGURE 40)  
Remove the engine pulley keeper from the side of  
the tractor frame by removing the washer and nut  
that secure the keeper. Attach the new pulley keeper  
supplied with the snow thrower, reusing the original  
bolt, washer and nut.  
Assemble the short "V" belt onto the engine pulley  
and then onto the large pulley on top of the clutch/idler  
assembly. The belt must be placed to the inside of the  
engine pulley keeper, the idler pulley and the keeper  
bolt located beside the large pulley.  
NOTE: Some tractors may already be equipped with a  
IMPORTANT: Do Not assemble the "V" belt around the  
pulley keeper that is identical to the new one supplied.  
outside of the engine pulley keeper or the keeper bolt.  
Attach the clutch/idler assembly to the tractor frame  
as follows. Hook the assembly's notched arms onto  
the two shoulder bolts you assembled to the inside  
of the tractor frame. Lift the front of the assembly and  
attach it to the R.H. and L.H. hanger brackets using  
two pivot lock pins (MM) and 1/8" hairpin cotters (KK).  
Go to step 48 on page 21.  
CLUTCH/IDLER ASSEMBLY  
ENGINE  
PULLEY  
KEEPER  
Left Side  
of Tractor  
NEW ENGINE PULLEY KEEPER WITH  
ORIGINAL BOLT, NUT AND WASHER  
ENGINE  
PULLEY  
PIVOT LOCK PIN (MM)  
(use second hole)  
1/8" HAIRPIN COTTER (KK)  
IDLER  
PULLEY  
KEEPER BOLT  
FIGURE 40  
VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH  
FIGURE 39  
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ELECTRIC ATTACHMENT CLUTCHES  
STEP 41: (SEE FIGURE 41)  
STEP 43: (SEE FIGURE 43)  
Hook the spring from the parts bag through the end of  
the tensioning chain.  
Hook the other end of the spring onto the bottom of  
the bolt and nut which secure the idler pulley to the  
upper idler arm. Hold the bolt head and assemble a  
3/8" hex lock nut (DD) onto the bolt, leaving enough  
space for the spring to pivot freely between the two  
nuts.  
Attach the two suspension arms to the inside of the  
clutch/idler assembly using two 5/16" x 3/4" hex bolts  
(E), 5/16" washers (U) and 5/16" nylock nuts (CC) for  
each arm. Place the washers between the arms and  
the assembly frame.  
Insert a tensioning chain through the hole shown and  
attach the end link to the spring on the lower idler arm.  
Attach a 3/32" hairpin cotter (LL) to the chain, placing  
it in the fifth link from the spring.  
SPRING  
5TH LINK  
CHAIN  
(L.H. SIDE)  
ATTACH  
SPRING  
HERE  
3/8" HEX  
LOCK NUT (DD)  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
3/32" HAIR  
COTTER PIN (LL)  
5/16" WASHER (U)  
5/16" x 3/4"  
HEX BOLT (E)  
TENSIONING CHAIN (PP)  
RIGHT  
SIDE  
LEFT  
SIDE  
FIGURE 41  
FIGURE 43  
VIEW OF BOTTOM  
STEP 42: (SEE FIGURE 42)  
Pace the extra tensioning chain (PP) through the left  
front hole in the clutch/idler assembly and then turn  
the assembly upside down.  
STEP 44: (SEE TABLE 2)  
Two different length drive belts are included with  
your snow thrower. Use the table below to select  
the correct drive belt for your type tractor. The part  
number is printed on the outside of the belt .  
Set aside the belt that is not for your tractor to avoid  
accidentally using it.  
55" BELT (PART #46989)  
LEFT FRONT HOLE  
TRACTOR TYPE  
DECK SIZE  
CLUTCH TYPE  
(LT) Lawn Tractor  
38", 42", 46"  
Electric  
TENSIONING CHAIN (PP)  
56" BELT (PART #48138)  
FIGURE 42  
TRACTOR TYPE  
(LT) Lawn Tractor  
TABLE 2  
DECK SIZE  
CLUTCH TYPE  
Electric  
48"  
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STEP 45: (SEE FIGURE 44)  
STEP 47: (SEE FIGURE 46)  
Turn the clutch/idler assembly right side up.  
Assemble the drive belt onto the engine pulley and  
then onto the large pulley on top of the clutch/idler  
assembly. The belt must be placed to the inside of  
the idler pulley and the keeper bolt located beside the  
large pulley.  
Slightly loosen the hex bolt next to the flat idler pulley.  
Install the drive belt down between the hex bolt and the  
flat idler pulley with the flat side of the belt against the  
pulley. Retighten the hex bolt.  
Loop the belt around the large v-pulley, placing it  
between the v-pulley and the hex bolt next to the pulley.  
Place the belt to the inside of the other flat idler pulley.  
Place tension on the belt by pulling the left side  
tensioning chain out as far as the 3/32" hairpin cotter  
(LL) will allow. Secure the chain in this position by  
inserting a 1/8" hairpin cotter (KK) through the chain.  
HEX BOLTS  
FLAT IDLER  
PULLEY  
IMPORTANT: Do Not assemble the "V" belt around the  
outside of the engine pulley keeper or the keeper bolt.  
CLUTCH/IDLER ASSEMBLY  
ENGINE  
ENGINE  
PULLEY  
PULLEY  
1/8" HAIRPIN  
COTTER (KK)  
DRIVE BELT  
FIGURE 44  
Did you choose the correct drive belt for  
your tractor? Using the wrong length belt  
may cause premature bearing or belt failure.  
IDLER  
PULLEY  
STOP  
CHAIN (PP)  
(L.H. SIDE)  
STEP 46: (SEE FIGURE 45)  
KEEPER  
BOLT  
Attach the clutch/idler assembly to the tractor frame  
as follows. Hook the assembly's notched arms onto  
the two shoulder bolts you assembled to the inside  
of the tractor frame. Lift the front of the assembly and  
attach it to the R.H. and L.H. hanger brackets using  
two pivot lock pins (MM) and 1/8" hairpin cotters (KK).  
1/8" HAIRPIN COTTER (KK)  
FIGURE 46  
VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH  
PIVOT LOCK PIN (MM)  
(use second hole)  
FIGURE 45  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
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STEP 50: (SEE FIGURE 49)  
ASSEMBLY OF THE SNOW THROWER  
STEP 48: (SEE FIGURE 47)  
Tilt the snow thrower back down to the ground.  
Remove the nylon tie which fastens the auger  
drive belt to the discharge housing, leaving the belt  
assembled around the pulleys.  
Place the lift handle into the lift bracket on the right side  
of the snow thrower. Fasten the handle to the bracket  
using two 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolts (D) and 5/16" Nylock  
nuts (CC).  
Remove the nylon tie which fastens the chute crank  
rod to the crank rod support tube.  
Assemble the crank rod support tube to the bracket  
on the left side of the discharge housing using two  
5/16" x 1-1/4" carriage bolts (M), and 5/16" Nylock  
nuts (CC).  
DISCHARGE  
HOUSING  
5/16" x 1-1/4"  
CARRIAGE BOLT (M)  
5/16" x 1-3/4"  
HEX BOLT (D)  
5/16" NYLOCK NUT (CC)  
FIGURE 47  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
NOTE: Be sure the lift release cable's plastic covering  
stays inserted into the trigger assembly for the next step.  
CRANK ROD  
SUPPORT TUBE  
5/16" NYLOCK NUT (CC)  
STEP 49: (SEE FIGURE 48)  
FIGURE 49  
LEFT SIDE VIEW  
Push the lift handle down into the locked position.  
Insert the end of the cable wire into the hole in the  
lift rod. Place the threaded fitting into the slot in the  
lift bracket, with one hex nut above and one hex nut  
and the lock washer below the slot. Tighten the nuts,  
adjusting them to eliminate slack in the cable wire.  
Refer also to the Service and Adjustments section on  
page 29 in this manual.  
STEP 51: (SEE FIGURE 50)  
Attach the chute tilt control assembly to the top side  
of the crank support tube using two 5/16" x 1-3/4"  
carriage bolts (L), bowed washers (Y) and 5/16"  
Nylock nuts (CC).  
HINT: For easier assembly of the lift release cable, tilt the  
snow thrower forward onto the spiral auger.  
CHUTE CRANK ROD  
CRANK SUPPORT TUBE  
LIFT RELEASE  
CABLE  
TILT CONTROL HANDLE  
HEX NUT  
TILT  
CONTROL  
ASSEMBLY  
5/16" x 1-3/4"  
CARRIAGE BOLT (L)  
TRIGGER  
ASSEMBLY  
BOWED WASHER (Y)  
LOCK  
WASHER  
5/16" NYLOCK NUT (CC)  
HEX NUT  
CABLE  
WIRE  
FIGURE 50  
LEFT SIDE VIEW  
LIFT  
ROD  
FIGURE 48  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
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STEP 52: (SEE FIGURE 51)  
STEP 53: (SEE FIGURE 52)  
Attach the chute crank rod assembly brackets to  
the plastic bracket on the left side of the discharge  
housing. Align the chute crank bracket beneath the  
rod support bracket and assemble both to the plastic  
bracket using two 5/16" x 1" carriage bolts (N), 5/16"  
washers (U) and 5/16" Nylock nuts (CC). Do not  
tighten yet.  
Coat the top of the ring around the discharge opening  
with general purpose grease.  
Place the discharge chute (facing forward) onto the  
ring. Place the anti-rotation bracket on top of the chute  
flange, aligning it with the holes on the right hand side  
of the flange. Attach the three chute keepers (HH)  
(right side up as shown) to the bottom of the flange  
using six 1/4" x 1" hex bolts (F), 1/4" flat washers (T)  
and 1/4" flanged lock nuts (Z). Tighten carefully so  
that the nuts are snug but do not dig into the plastic  
chute keepers.  
5/16" x 1"  
CHUTE CRANK  
BRACKET  
CARRIAGE BOLT (N)  
Place the plastic cap (NN) onto the short end of the  
anti-rotation bracket.  
Position the crank rod spiral (see figure 51) so that it  
does not rub against the bottoms of the notches in the  
chute flange. Tighten the nuts.  
Check if the crank rod rotates the chute freely. If not,  
loosen by 1/4 turn each of the six hex bolts holding  
the chute keepers to the chute flange.  
Secure the control cables to the crank rod support  
tube using a nylon tie (OO).  
CHUTE  
CRANK  
ROD  
ROD  
SUPPORT  
BRACKET  
SPIRAL  
5/16" WASHER (U)  
1/4" x 1"  
ANTI-ROTATION  
BRACKET  
HEX BOLT (F)  
1/4" FLAT  
WASHER (T)  
FLANGE  
5/16" NYLOCK NUT (CC)  
PLASTIC CAP (NN)  
FIGURE 51  
LEFT SIDE VIEW  
GREASED  
SURFACE  
CHUTE KEEPER (HH)  
1/4" FLANGED  
LOCK NUT (Z)  
FIGURE 52  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
STEP 54: (SEE FIGURE 53)  
Skip this step if you have a lawn tractor.  
This step is for garden tractors only.  
If you have a (GT) Garden Tractor, remove the stop  
bolts from each side of the snow thrower frame.  
STOP BOLT  
FIGURE 53  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
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BEFORE INSTALLING THE AUGER BELT  
STEP 56: (SEE FIGURE 55)  
ATTACHING SNOW THROWER TO TRACTOR  
NOTE: An additional person's help may be required to  
mount the snow thrower to the front of the tractor.  
The auger belt comes preassembled to the pulleys on  
the snow thrower housing. Make sure the belt passes  
over the top of the auger pulley and then twists 1/4  
turn to pass underneath each side idler pulley. The  
"V" side of the belt must mate with the grooves of the  
pulleys.  
STEP 55: (SEE FIGURE 54)  
Place the tractor and snow thrower on a flat, level  
surface so that the tractor can be rolled forward to  
attach the snow thrower.  
Remove the Attachment Pin from the snow thrower.  
Extend the auger belt out behind the snow thrower,  
making sure the belt is still looped over the top of  
the large drive pulley and underneath the two idler  
pulleys. The "V" side of the belt must be seated in the  
grooves of all three pulleys.  
AUGER PULLEY  
TWIST  
1/4 TURN  
TWIST  
1/4 TURN  
Roll the tractor up behind the snow thrower, centering  
it between the snow thrower's mounting plates.  
Raise the rear of the snow thrower by lifting up on  
the lift handle until the notches in the mounting plates  
align with the shoulder bolts in the tractor's side  
plates. Guide the bolts into the notches.  
IDLER  
PULLEY  
IDLER  
PULLEY  
To ease the assembly of the auger drive belt, delay  
the installation of the attachment pin until you have  
assembled the belt as instructed in steps 56 and 57.  
FIGURE 55  
ATTACHMENT PIN  
(After installing auger belt)  
INSTALLING THE AUGER BELT  
STEP 57: (SEE FIGURE 56)  
1/8" HAIRPIN  
COTTER (KK)  
Push the lift handle down to increase slack in the belt  
(attachment pin must first be removed).  
Swing the idler arm over to the left side.  
Place the auger belt around the rear pulley and  
between the two pulleys on the idler arm. The "V"  
side of the belt must be seated in the grooves of the  
V-pulleys.  
SHOULDER  
BOLT  
SIDE PLATE  
CLUTCH/IDLER ASSEMBLY  
MOUNTING  
PLATE  
IDLER  
ARM  
FIGURE 54  
RIGHT SIDE VIEW  
LEFT SIDE  
OF  
TRACTOR  
REAR  
PULLEY  
FIGURE 56  
VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH  
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INSTALLING THE ATTACHMENT PIN  
ATTACHING WEIGHT TRAY TO TRACTOR  
STEP 58: (REFER BACK TO FIGURE 54 ON PAGE 23)  
ATTACHING TO (LT) LAWN TRACTORS WITH A SINGLE  
FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKET  
Lift the front of the snow blower to align the holes in  
the mounting plates and the side plates. From the left  
side of the tractor insert the attachment pin through  
the holes. Secure it with by reinstalling the 1/8" hairpin  
cotter (KK).  
STEP 60: (SEE FIGURE 58)  
NOTE: Go to step 63 on page 26 if you plan to use tire  
chains and there is only 1-1/2" or less clearance between  
the side of the tractor and the tires.  
SETTING THE AUGER BELT TENSION  
STEP 59: (SEE FIGURE 57)  
Screw a 3/8" x 3/4" self threading bolt (H) a few turns  
into the unthreaded upper hole in each side of the  
tractor's draw bar. Assemble the slotted end of a side  
brace down onto each bolt. Do not tighten yet.  
Place the weight tray on top of the tractor hitch and  
fasten the side braces to the rear hole in the tray  
using two 5/16" x 1" carriage bolts (N) and 5/16"  
nylock nuts (CC). Do not tighten yet.  
Pull the tensioning chain until the end of the spring is  
pulled through the hole in the side of the Clutch/Idler  
assembly. Install a 1/8" hairpin cotter (KK) through  
the end of the spring, securing it on the outside of the  
Clutch/Idler assembly.  
IMPORTANT: For correct belt tension, the 1/8" hairpin  
cotter must attach to the end of the spring, not to the  
chain.  
Fasten the weight tray to the tractor hitch using a 1/2"  
x 1-1/4" hex bolt (A) and a 1/2" nylock nut (EE). Do  
not tighten yet.  
Fasten the cross brace to the side braces using two  
5/16" x 1" carriage bolts (N) and 5/16" nylock nuts  
(CC). Tighten all loose bolts at this time.  
NOTE; To prevent the chain from dragging on the  
ground, loop the end of the chain though the pivot lock  
pin. Refer to figure 45 on page 20.  
DRAWBAR  
CLUTCH/IDLER ASSEMBLY  
3/8" x 3/4" SELF  
THREADING BOLT (H)  
CROSS  
BRACE  
5/16"  
NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
LEFT SIDE  
OF  
TRACTOR  
1/2" x 1-1/4"  
HEX BOLT (A)  
SIDE BRACE  
FLAT  
PULLEY  
5/16" x 1"  
CARRIAGE  
BOLT (N)  
WEIGHT  
TRAY  
1/8"  
HAIRPIN  
COTTER (KK)  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
5/16" x 1"  
CARRIAGE BOLT (N)  
1/2" NYLOCK NUT (EE)  
FIGURE 58  
END OF  
SPRING  
FIGURE 57  
VIEWED FROM UNDERNEATH  
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ATTACHING TO (GT) GARDEN TRACTORS WITH A  
SINGLE FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKET  
ATTACHING TO LAWN (LT) TRACTORS WITH  
DUAL FRONT DECK SUSPENSION BRACKETS  
STEP 61: (SEE FIGURE 59)  
STEP 62: (SEE FIGURE 60)  
Locate the upper empty hole in the right side of the  
tractor's draw bar. Insert a 3/8" x 1" hex bolt (C) from  
inside the tractor frame through the hole. Hook the  
slotted end of a side brace down onto the bolt, then  
assemble a 3/8" flanged nut (BB) onto the bolt making  
only finger tight. Repeat on left side.  
NOTE: Go to step 63 on page 26 if you plan to use tire  
chains and there is only 1-1/2" or less clearance between  
the side of the tractor and the tires.  
Loosen the top hex bolt on each side of the tractor  
draw bar. Assemble the slotted end of the side braces  
down onto the loosened bolts. Do not tighten yet.  
Place the weight tray on top of the tractor hitch and  
fasten the side braces to it using two 5/16" x 1"  
carriage bolts (N) and 5/16" nylock nuts (CC). Do not  
tighten yet.  
Fasten the weight tray to the tractor hitch using a 1/2"  
x 1-1/4" hex bolt (A) and a 1/2" nylock nut (EE). Do  
not tighten yet.  
Place the weight tray on top of the tractor hitch and  
fasten the side braces to the front hole in the side of  
the tray using two 5/16" x 1" carriage bolts (N) and  
5/16" nylock nuts (CC). Do not tighten yet.  
Fasten the weight tray to the tractor hitch using a 1/2"  
x 1-1/4" hex bolt (A) and a 1/2" nylock nut (EE). Do  
not tighten yet.  
Fasten the cross brace to the side braces using two  
5/16" x 1" carriage bolts (N) and 5/16" nylock nuts  
(CC). Tighten all loose bolts at this time.  
Fasten the cross brace to the side braces using two  
5/16" x 1" carriage bolts (N) and 5/16" nylock nuts  
(CC). Tighten all loose bolts at this time.  
DRAWBAR  
3/8" FLANGED  
NUT (BB)  
CROSS  
BRACE  
ORIGINAL  
HEX BOLT or  
(SEE NOTE)  
3/8" x 1"  
HEX BOLT (C)  
CROSS  
BRACE  
1/2" x 1-1/4"  
HEX BOLT (A)  
1/2" x 1-1/4"  
HEX BOLT (A)  
SIDE BRACE  
SIDE BRACE  
5/16" x 1"  
CARRIAGE  
BOLT (N)  
5/16" x 1"  
CARRIAGE  
BOLT (N)  
WEIGHT  
TRAY  
WEIGHT  
TRAY  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
5/16" NYLOCK  
NUT (CC)  
5/16" x 1"  
CARRIAGE BOLT (N)  
5/16" x 1"  
1/2" NYLOCK NUT (EE)  
CARRIAGE BOLT (N)  
1/2" NYLOCK NUT (EE)  
FIGURE 59  
FIGURE 60  
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ALTERNATE INSTRUCTIONS FOR WEIGHT TRAY  
STEP 63: (SEE FIGURE 61)  
ATTACH REFLECTORS TO REAR FENDER  
STEP 65: (SEE FIGURE 63)  
Block up the rear of the tractor to allow removal of  
rear wheels.  
If your tractor is not equipped with rear reflectors,  
assemble the supplied rear reflectors (QQ) to the rear  
fender. Place the reflectors as close to the bottom of  
the fender and as far apart as the shape of the fender  
will allow.  
Remove the rear wheels from the axle, retaining the  
square key and all other parts for reassembly.  
Remove the hex bolt from the top hole in the side of  
the tractor frame. If no bolt is present and the hole is  
unthreaded, screw a 3/8" x 3/4" self threading bolt (H)  
into and out of the hole to create threads.  
Assemble the notched end of each side brace to the  
top hole in the each side of the tractor frame, using a  
3/8-16 x 1" slotted truss head bolt (J) for each brace.  
Assemble the weight tray to the side braces as  
instructed in step 60 or 62 on pages 24 and 25.  
Reassemble the wheels onto the axle, making sure to  
reassemble the square keys and all other parts which  
were removed.  
HOLE WITH HEX  
BOLT REMOVED  
3/8" x 1" SLOTTED  
TRUSS HEAD BOLT (J)  
REAR REFLECTORS (QQ)  
SQUARE KEY  
FIGURE 63  
TRACTOR  
CHECKLIST  
SIDE BRACE  
HITCH  
Before you operate your snow thrower, please review  
the following checklist to help ensure that you will  
obtain the best performance from your snow thrower.  
FIGURE 61  
Make sure all assembly instructions have been  
completed with all bolts and nuts properly tightened.  
Make sure the correct drive belt was installed.  
Make sure the drive belt and auger belt are routed  
properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.  
Check discharge chute for proper rotation.  
Check operation of tilt control for upper chute.  
Verify that the lift handle will lock into and release  
from the raised transport position. (Refer to the  
Service and Adjustments section.)  
ATTACHING KEGTO WEIGHTTRAY  
STEP 64: (SEE FIGURE 62)  
Place the plastic keg on the weight tray and fill with  
approximately 75 lbs. of dry sand.  
Secure the keg with the rubber tarp strap (FF) hooked  
into the holes in the cross brace.  
Check skid shoe adjustment. (Refer to the Service  
and Adjustments section.)  
The following additional items are available from  
Sears to help enhance the performance of your snow  
thrower. See Accessories and Attachments on page 2.  
Tire chains which can be installed to improve traction.  
Rear wheel weights which can be installed in addition  
to the rear weight tray to improve traction.  
Drift cutter bars which can be installed to help slice off  
the edges of tall drifts.  
TARP STRAP (FF)  
Snow Cab which can be installed to help protect  
against wind and blowing snow.  
FIGURE 62  
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OPERATION  
KNOWYOUR SNOW THROWER  
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower.  
Compare the illustration below with your snow thrower to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations.  
LIFT RELEASE TRIGGER  
CHUTE TILT HANDLE  
LIFT HANDLE  
CRANK ROD  
UPPER CHUTE  
LOWER CHUTE  
SKID SHOE  
SCRAPER PLATE  
SPIRAL AUGERS, R.H. & L.H.  
UPPER AND LOWER DISCHARGE CHUTE Controls  
direction and height of snow discharge.  
SCRAPER PLATE Replaceable plate that absorbs  
wear and impact from contact with ground.  
SKID SHOE Controls amount of clearance between  
the scraper plate and the ground.  
CHUTE TILT HANDLE Pivots the Upper Chute up or  
down to control the angle and distance of discharge.  
CRANK ROD Rotates the Lower and Upper Chutes to  
control the direction of discharge.  
LIFT HANDLE Used to lift or lower the snow thrower  
to transport or operating position.  
SPIRAL AUGER, R.H. & L.H. Feed snow to the  
impeller fan at the center of the housing.  
LIFT RELEASE TRIGGER Releases the lock which  
holds the snow thrower in the transport position  
BEFORE STARTING  
HOW TO USEYOUR SNOW THROWER  
Use the end of assembly checklist to verify that all  
instructions have been properly completed.  
Make sure the skid shoes are adjusted to maintain  
adequate ground clearance between the snow  
thrower and the type of surface to be cleared. (Refer  
to the Service and Adjustments section.)  
Make sure the tractor engine has the correct oil  
for winter operation (SAE 5W-30). Refer to tractor  
owner's manual.  
CAUTION: Never direct discharge  
towards bystanders or windows. Do not  
allow anyone in front of unit.  
CONTROLLING SNOW DISCHARGE  
To control the direction snow is thrown, the discharge  
chute has 180 degrees of rotation. Turn the crank rod  
clockwise to rotate the chute to the right. Turn the  
crank rod counterclockwise to rotate the chute to the  
left.  
HOW TO STARTYOUR SNOW THROWER  
The tractor should be sitting with the engine running  
at full throttle. Move the attachment clutch to the  
engaged position, starting the snow thrower before  
the tractor clutch is engaged.  
To control the distance snow is thrown, the upper  
section of the discharge chute pivots up and down.  
Push forward on the chute tilt handle to pivot the  
chute down, decreasing the distance snow is thrown.  
Pull back on the handle to pivot the chute up,  
increasing the distance snow is thrown.  
HOW TO STOPYOUR SNOW THROWER  
To stop the snow thrower, disengage the tractor's  
attachment clutch lever for manual clutches or the  
clutch switch for electric clutches. Refer to your tractor  
owner's manual.  
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In extremely deep snow, raise the snow thrower from  
the ground to remove the top layer and drive forward  
only until the tractors front tires reach the uncleared  
bottom layer of snow. Depress the tractor's clutch-  
brake pedal and allow the spiral auger to clear the  
snow. Reverse the tractor and lower the snow thrower  
to the ground. Drive the tractor forward until the snow  
again becomes too deep. Repeating this process into  
and out of drifts will eventually clear even the deepest  
of snow piles.  
RAISING AND LOWERING  
To raise, push down on the lift handle until the snow  
thrower locks in the raised transport position.  
To lower, push down slightly on the lift handle and pull  
the trigger. With the trigger pulled, slowly lower the  
snow thrower until it reaches the ground.  
CAUTION: Do not operate the snow  
thrower without the rear weight attached  
to the tractor to provide extra traction and  
stability.  
If the snow thrower becomes clogged with snow or  
jammed with a foreign object, disengage the snow  
thrower immediately and shut off the tractor engine.  
Unclog the snow thrower before resuming operation.  
REMOVING SNOW  
Snow removal conditions vary greatly from light fluffy  
snowfall to wet heavy snow. Operating instructions must  
be flexible to fit the conditions encountered. The operator  
must adapt the lawn tractor and snow thrower to depth of  
snow, wind direction, temperature and surface conditions.  
DANGER: Shut off engine and  
disengage snow thrower before  
unclogging discharge chute. Unclog using  
a wooden stick, not your hands.  
Before beginning operation, thoroughly inspect the  
area of operation and remove all door mats, sleds,  
boards, wires and other foreign objects.  
OPERATING TIPS  
The spiral auger speed is directly related to engine  
speed. For maximum snow removal and discharge,  
maintain high engine r.p.m. (full throttle). It is advisable  
to operate the lawn tractor at a slow ground speed  
(1st gear) for safe and efficient snow removal.  
In deep, drifted or banked snow it will be necessary to  
use full throttle and a slow ground speed (1st gear).  
Drive forward into the snow, depress the tractor's  
clutch-brake pedal and allow the spiral auger to clear  
the snow. Repeat this method until a path is cleared.  
On the second pass, overlap the first enough to allow  
the snow thrower to handle the snow without repeated  
stopping and starting of forward motion.  
Discharge snow down wind whenever possible.  
To help prevent snow from sticking to the snow thrower,  
allow the snow thrower to reach outdoor temperature  
before using it. A light coat of wax may also be applied  
to the inside surface of the snow thrower housing and  
discharge chute.  
Use tire chains to improve traction.  
Use rear wheel weights to improve traction.  
Before the first snowfall, remove all stones, sticks and  
other objects which could become hidden by the snow.  
Permanent obstacles should be marked for visibility.  
Overlap each pass slightly to assure complete snow  
removal.  
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.  
Service Dates  
Check for loose fasteners  
Check scraper and shoes for wear  
Cleaning  
X
X
X
X
Lubrication Section  
X
LUBRICATION  
CHECK SCRAPER AND SHOES FOR WEAR  
(Refer to figures 64 and 65 on page 29.)  
Oil all pivot points on the snow thrower.  
Oil the pivot points of the two idler arms on the clutch/  
idler assembly.  
The scraper plate and skid shoes on the bottom of the  
snow thrower are subject to wear. To prevent damage  
to the spiral auger housing, replace plate and shoes  
before wear is excessive.  
Apply penetrating oil to the control cables of the  
discharge chute.  
Apply a good grade of spray lubricant to the trigger  
assembly and the chute tilt control assembly.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
CAUTION: Before servicing or adjusting  
LIFT RELEASE CABLE ADJUSTMENT  
the snow thrower, shut off the engine, remove  
the spark plug wire(s), set the parking brake  
and remove the key from the tractor ignition.  
If the lift rod does not lock the snow thrower securely  
in the transport position, loosen the upper hex nut on  
the lift bracket a few turns and tighten the lower hex  
nut. Refer to figure 48 on page 21.  
If the lift rod fails to unlock completely to lower the  
snow thrower, loosen the lower hex nut on the lift  
bracket a few turns and tighten the upper hex nut.  
Refer to figure 48 on page 21.  
REPLACING AUGER BELT  
Disengage the tractor's attachment clutch.  
Lower the snow thrower to the ground.  
Remove the attachment pin.  
Lock the snow thrower's lift handle in the down  
position to decrease belt tension.  
CLUTCH DISENGAGEMENT ADJUSTMENT  
(For tractors with engagement rod clutches only.  
Not for electric clutches or cable clutches)  
If the spiral auger on the snow thrower does not stop  
when the attachment clutch lever on the tractor is  
disengaged, then adjustment is necessary. Proceed as  
follows. Refer back to figure 33 on page 16.  
Release the spring tension from the auger belt idler  
arm on the bottom of the clutch/idler assembly.  
Remove the auger drive belt from the clutch/idler  
assembly and from the spiral auger housing.  
Install new belt over top of large auger drive pulley  
and under the two side idler pulleys. Twist the belt 1/4  
turn to seat the "V" of the belt in the groove of each  
idler pulley. Refer to figure 55 on page 23.  
Assemble the belt onto the clutch/idler assembly.  
Place the attachment clutch lever in the disengaged  
position.  
Remove the hairpin cotter from the engagement rod  
trunnion and lift the trunnion out of the hole in the idler  
arm.  
Screw the trunnion a few turns towards the front end  
of the rod.  
Replace the trunnion into the hole in the idler arm and  
secure it with the hairpin cotter.  
Check the operation of the snow thrower. If the spiral  
augers still do not stop, repeat the above steps until  
the augers stop when the attachment clutch lever is  
placed in the disengaged position.  
SKID SHOE ADJUSTMENT  
The skid shoes are mounted on each side of the spiral  
auger housing. They regulate the distance the scraper  
plate is raised above the plowing surface. When  
removing snow from a gravel driveway or and uneven  
surface, it is advisable to keep the scraper plate as  
high above the surface as possible to prevent possible  
damage to the spiral auger. On blacktop or concrete  
surface, keep the scraper plate as close to the surface  
as possible.  
SPIRAL AUGERS  
Raise the snow thrower off the ground and place a  
block under each end of the scraper plate. Loosen the  
six hex nuts securing the skid shoes to the housing.  
Adjust the skid shoes up or down and retighten the  
nuts securely. Adjust both skid shoes to the same  
height to keep the housing and the scraper plate level.  
See figure 64.  
The spiral augers are secured to the auger shaft with  
two shear bolts and nylock nuts. If you hit a foreign  
object or if ice jams the augers, the snow thrower is  
designed so that the bolts will shear.  
If the augers will not turn, check to see if the shear  
bolts have sheared. See figure 65. Two replacement  
shear bolts and nylock nuts have been provided with  
the snow thrower. For future use order part number  
710-0890A shear bolt and number 47810 nylock nut.  
FIGURE 64  
FIGURE 65  
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STORAGE  
PARTS TO REMOVE AT END OF SEASON  
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS  
Lower the snow thrower to the ground.  
Remove the snow thrower from the tractor.  
Clean the snow thrower thoroughly. Wash off any salt  
deposit which may have dried on the thrower and  
housing.  
Remove the clutch/idler assembly. (The two hanger  
brackets and the two shoulder bolts may be left  
attached to the tractor frame.)  
Remove the drive belt from the engine pulley.  
If you replaced the engine pulley keeper on a manual  
attachment clutch tractor, reinstall the tractor's original  
engine pulley keeper. See figure 33 on page 16 or  
figure 39 on page 18.  
Any bare metal that has become exposed should be  
painted or coated with a light oil to prevent rust.  
Store in a dry place.  
If you have a rod operated attachment clutch, remove  
the engagement rod from the tractor's clutch arm. See  
figure 29 on page 15.  
If a rear mounted attachment is to be used, remove  
the rear weight tray, leaving the bolts that you installed  
in the sides of the tractor draw bar. Retighten the  
bolts.  
If a front mounted attachment is to be used, remove  
the side plates from the tractor. Be sure to assemble  
bolts back into the empty holes in the tractor frame.  
REMOVING THE SPIRAL AUGER HOUSING  
Lower the snow thrower to the ground.  
Remove the attachment pin. See figure 54 on page  
23.  
Lock the snow thrower's lift handle in the down  
position to decrease belt tension.  
Release the spring tension from the auger belt idler  
arm on the bottom of the clutch/idler assembly.  
Remove the auger drive belt from the clutch/idler  
assembly. See figure 56 on page 23.  
Pull the spiral auger housing assembly off of the  
tractor.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
PROBLEM  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
1. Upper or lower V belt too loose  
2. Upper or lower V belt broken  
3. Shear bolts are sheared.  
1. Increase tension on V belt  
2. Replace V belt  
3. Replace shear bolts  
Spiral augers don't turn  
1. Tractor ground speed too fast  
2. Tractor throttle set too low  
3. Snow too deep  
4. Snow melts during contact with  
the snow thrower  
1. Use lower tractor gear  
2. Increase to full throttle  
3. Raise the snow thrower  
4. Allow snow thrower to cool to  
outdoor temperature before using  
Clogged discharge chute  
Snow thrower stalls tractor engine  
Front wheels slide instead of steering  
1. Object jammed in spiral auger  
1. Stop engine, disengage the snow  
thrower clutch and clear the auger  
2. Increase to full throttle and  
decrease ground speed  
2. Hard or heavy snow  
Not enough traction at front wheels  
1. Increase scraper plate clearance  
by lowering skid shoes  
2. Pull down on lift handle to  
increase weight on front wheels  
1. Tractor ground speed too fast  
1. Reduce ground speed  
Snow thrower rides up over snow  
2. Bottom snow is icy or hard packed  
2. Lower the skid shoes so that front  
of skid shoe is lower than the rear  
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PARTS  
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248381 42" SNOW THROWER  
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REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248381 42" SNOW THROWER  
REF.  
NO.  
PART  
NO.  
QTY. DESCRIPTION  
REF.  
NO.  
PART  
NO.  
QTY.  
DESCRIPTION  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
24281  
49933  
65367  
65450  
41576  
44377  
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
4
2
2
4
1
6
1
1
1
1
4
2
1
6
1
1
2
1
1
1
3
6
1
1
1
3
1
1
Bracket, Idler  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
05931  
65701  
71464  
63579  
63768  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
4
1
4
Housing, Bearing  
Housing Assembly  
Gear Assembly  
Chute Crank Rod Assembly  
Impeller Assembly  
Shoulder Bolt, Round Head  
Hanger Bracket Assembly, L.H.  
Hanger Bracket Assembly, R.H.  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-3/4"  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-24 x 1"  
Bracket, Cable  
Cable, Chute Control With Clip  
Spacer  
Cable, Chute Control  
Hex Nut, 3/8-16 Nylock  
Pin, Pivot Lock  
Pin, Hair Cotter #4 (1/8")  
Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"  
Bracket, Chute Anti-rotation  
Hex Lock Nut, 3/8-16 Flanged  
Plastic Cap  
Hanger Bracket Assembly, R.H.  
Hanger Bracket Assembly, L.H.  
Keeper, Engine Pulley  
Bolt, Shoulder  
Bracket, Down Stop  
Washer,  
Hex Lock Nut, 1/4" Flanged  
Chute, Upper  
24773  
25982  
Scraper Plate  
45 784-5594  
46 746-0929  
47 711-0242  
48 746-0928  
Shaft, Auger Gearbox  
Bracket, Chute Crank  
Cover, Belt  
Chute Reinforcement  
Spiral Assembly, L.H. (not shown)  
Spiral Assembly, R.H.  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" Lg.  
Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3/4"  
Palnut, 3/8"  
703-2735A  
24816  
10 705-5226  
11 705-5269  
12 705-5270  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
HA21362  
43038  
43343  
43350  
24394  
47572  
1643-60  
64452  
64451  
47043  
48106  
24466  
43840  
44950  
44917  
44326  
43080  
46703  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1" Lg.  
10 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4" Lg.  
8
2
11 Washer, 1/4"  
2
5
Bolt, Self-Tap 5/16" x 3/4"  
Bolt, Shear 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"  
19 710-0890A  
20  
21  
22  
23  
43088  
43070  
47189  
47810  
Washer, 3/8"  
Hex Nut, 1/4-20 Nylock  
29 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 Nylock  
61 736-0247  
62 47598  
63 731-0921  
64 731-1313C  
65  
66  
67  
68 710-0896  
69 731-0851A  
70  
24 715-0114  
25 750-0437  
26 731-1379A  
2
2
1
4
6
4
Spiral Pin, 1/4" x 1-1/2" Lg.  
Bushing  
Chute Adapter  
Lock Washer, 5/16"  
Washer, .76" x 1.49" x .06"  
Spacer, .75 ID x 1.25 OD x .5 L  
Guide, Cable  
Pulley, V Type 4"  
Pulley, V Type  
27  
43086  
47044  
47026  
43085  
28 736-0188  
29 711-0469  
30  
31  
32 741-0309  
33 741-0475  
34 741-0493A  
35  
36  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"  
Screw, 1/4-14 x 5/8"  
Chute Keeper  
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1"  
Chute, Lower  
Center Brace, Gearbox  
#61 Woodruff Key  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
Elevator Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1"  
Owner's Manual  
43081  
47615  
24 Washer, 5/16" Std. Wrt.  
2
1
2
4
2
5
2
1
Bearing, Flange  
Bearing, Ball  
Bushing, Plastic 3/8"  
Bearing, Split, 3/4"  
Skid Shoe  
Washer, Nylon  
Housing, Bearing  
Bracket, Chute Crank  
43661  
71 731-1300C  
72  
73  
74  
75  
25937  
HA20185  
43182  
40504  
40242  
24279  
48015  
37 784-5618  
38 24393  
35  
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REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248381 42" SNOW THROWER  
62  
33  
75  
11  
62  
32  
63  
75  
65  
65  
75  
76  
61  
36  
73  
60  
36  
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REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248381 42" SNOW THROWER  
REF.  
NO.  
PART  
NO.  
QTY.  
DESCRIPTION  
REF.  
NO.  
PART  
NO.  
QTY.  
DESCRIPTION  
41 703-2735A  
42 720-0201A  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
5
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
6
6
8
Bracket, Chute Crank  
Knob, Crank  
Palnut, 3/8"  
Assembly, Chute Crank Rod  
Handle, Chute Tilt  
Knob  
Assembly, Chute Tilt Bracket  
Guide, Cable  
Cable, Chute Control  
Cable, Chute Control with Clip  
Nut, Hex Lock 5/16-18  
Washer, 5/16"  
Plate, Mounting (L.H.)  
Plate, Mounting (R.H.)  
Keg, Plastic  
Brace, Side (Weight Tray)  
Brace, Cross (Weight Tray)  
Tray, Weight  
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
64637  
710-0865  
710-0367  
711-0332  
712-0261  
43262  
1
2
2
2
2
6
5
1
4
6
2
2
2
2
1
2
4
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
2
Lift Shaft Assembly  
Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 1"  
Hex Bolt, 5/8-11 x 1-1/2"  
Pin, Bracket Lift  
Nut, Hex Lock 5/8-11 Thread  
Nut, Hex Lock 1/2-13  
Pin, Cotter 1/8" x 3/4"  
Pin, Cotter 1/8" x 1-1/2"  
Washer, 17/32" x 1"  
Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"  
Bearing, Flange With Flats  
Link, 15.80" Long  
43  
45  
44917  
63579  
46 784-5604A  
47 720-04039  
48 603-0302  
49 731-1313C  
50 746-0928  
51 746-0929  
142  
43093  
10 R19171616  
11 43350  
12 741-0192  
13 783-0380  
14 783-0381  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
43064  
43081  
24285  
24284  
47093  
23812  
24288  
25723  
47631  
43003  
47572  
47810  
43084  
44326  
43351  
43001  
43682  
43790  
44215  
44695  
Link, 11.75" Long  
Link, 4.88" Long  
Rod, Spacer  
24476  
24311  
47599  
43086  
24820  
63773  
48049  
47369  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1" (Locking)  
Lock Washer, 5/16"  
Bracket, Lift  
Assembly, Handle Lift Bracket  
Rod, Index Lift  
Pin, Spring 3/16" x 1-3/4"  
Spring, Compression  
Washer, 13/32" x 13/16"  
Reflector, Rear  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
Pin, Spring 5/16" x 1-3/4"  
Pin, Attachment  
Pin, Haircotter #4 (1/8")  
Plate, Side (R.H.)  
Plate, Side (L.H.)  
Tube, Lift Handle  
Trigger and Lift Cable Assembly  
Washer, 3/8"  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1" Self Tap  
Lock Washer, 3/8"  
Nut, Flanged Lock 3/8-16  
12 Nut, Nylock Hex 5/16-18  
23 732-0306  
24 R19131316  
2
6
1
2
2
1
2
2
1
2
3
8
1
1
2
2
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-3/4"  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"  
Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 1-1/4"  
Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1"  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/4"  
Strap, Tarp 25" Long  
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-3/4"  
Washer, Bowed  
Nut, Nylock Hex 1/2-13  
Bolt, Shoulder  
Tie, Nylon  
Washer, 1/2"  
Nut, Whizlock, 5/16-18  
Washer, 1.59" x 1.032" x .060"  
Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 3/4" Self Thd.  
Slotted Truss Hd. Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1"  
25  
26  
27  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
47788  
43080  
43182  
47368  
46954  
43343  
25678  
25679  
49916  
49912  
43070  
72 712-3083  
73 48106  
74 726-0178  
75 R19172410  
76  
77  
78  
79  
46584  
43601  
49948  
47361  
37 710-1233  
38  
39  
Screw, Oval #10-24 x 1"  
Grip, Handle  
Tube, Crank Rod Support  
Bushing, 3/8" Plastic  
46446  
47027  
40 741-0475  
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REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248381 42" SNOW THROWER  
REF.  
NO.  
PART  
NO.  
QTY.  
DESCRIPTION  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
43080  
43064  
43083  
43086  
43081  
25727  
63904  
24286  
63762  
43015  
46981  
43082  
46982  
2
3
2
4
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
8
1
1
1
1
6
2
2
1
1
1
2
2
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
8
1
2
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
3
2
1
1
6
4
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18  
Hex Nut, 5/16-18  
Lock Washer, 5/16"  
Washer, 5/16" Std. Wrt.  
Frame, Clutch and Pulley  
Idler Arm Assembly  
Spacer, Pivot  
Idler Bracket Assembly  
Hex Nut, 3/8-16  
Pulley, V Type 9"  
Nut, Hex Lock, 3/8-16  
Pulley, V Type 5-1/2"  
Shaft  
14 738-0680  
15 750-0456  
16 750-0660  
Spacer  
Spacer  
Lock Washer, 3/8"  
Key  
Bearing, Ball  
17  
43003  
18 714-0161  
19 741-0919  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24 736-0247  
25  
26  
08253B  
15296A  
14088B  
44377  
Housing, Bearing  
Housing, Open Bearing  
Spacer, Spindle  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-24 x 1"  
Washer  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1"  
Belt, V Type Drive (55")  
Belt, V Type Drive (56")  
Belt, V Type Auger  
Pulley, V Type 4"  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3-1/2"  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 2-1/2"  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 2"  
Spacer  
Spacer, Pivot  
Washer, 3/8"  
Spring  
Chain  
Pin, Hair Cotter, 3/32"  
Spacer  
Washer, 1/4"  
Pin, Hair Cotter #4 (1/8")  
Pin, Hair Cotter 5/64"  
Trunnion  
Rod, Engagement  
Spring  
43063  
46989  
48138  
47846  
47044  
47025  
43432  
43054  
24571  
24472  
43070  
46959  
46963  
43055  
23727  
43088  
43343  
47134  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42 711-0198  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
46948  
47620  
47607  
23625  
43509  
47605  
24558  
49870  
43178  
43177  
48883  
25728  
46938  
25780  
47810  
43182  
Spring, Torsion  
Spacer  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 2-3/4" Lg.  
Washer, Flat 3/8"  
Cable Bracket  
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 2-1/2"  
Hex Nut, 1/4-20  
Lock Washer, 1/4"  
Pulley, Flat 3-5/8"  
Rear Pulley Frame Bracket  
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 3-1/4"  
Spacer  
Hex Nut, 5/16-18 Nylock  
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
38  
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