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FRONT SCOOP TRACTOR ATTACHMENT
Model No. 486.248474
• Safety
CAUTION:
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.
FORM NO. 42086 Rev. (02/09/09)
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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.
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Read this operator's manual before attempting to
assemble or operate the scoop attachment.
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Never ram the scoop into material at high speed.
Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with
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.
Read the vehicle owner's manual and know how
to operate your vehicle before using the scoop
attachment.
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Never carry passengers in the scoop bucket. It has
not been designed to carry passengers.
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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!
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.
Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as
outlined in this manual.
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.
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 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to find out if they are available.
If available, they may be purchased at most Craftsman outlets or by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
WHEEL WEIGHT
TIRE CHAINS
3
FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART
B
A
C
D
E
H
F
G
S
T
M
K
J
L
I
N
O
U
EE
DD
V
W
FF
GG
HH
X
P
Q
Y
JJ
II
R
KK
LL
BB
CC
Z
AA
4
PARTS NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE
NN
OO
MM
QQ
RR
PP
PARTS BAG CONTENTS
Not all parts will be needed for fit-up to any one tractor.
Discard unneeded parts after assembly is finished.
REF
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
qTY
2
2
3
2
6
4
5
1
3
8
2
1
2
1
2
2
DESCRIPTION
Hex Bolt, 5/8" x 1-1/2"
Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1-3/4"
Hex Bolt, 1/2" x 1"
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1-1/4"
Hex Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1"
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-3/4"
Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 3-1/2"
Hex Bolt, 1/4" x 1-3/4"
Carriage Bolt, 3/8" x 1"
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1"
Slotted Truss Head Bolt, 10-32 x 5/8"
Nylock Nut, 5/8"
REF
W
X
Y
Z
AA
BB
CC
DD
EE
FF
GG
HH
II
JJ
KK
LL
MM
NN
OO
PP
QQ
RR
qTY
1
2
4
3
4
6
2
6
8
8
3
2
6
8
2
2
DESCRIPTION
Nylock Nut, #10-32
Spacer, 5/8" Long
Spacer, 1/2" Long
Hairpin Cotter, Long
Hairpin Cotter, Short
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/4"
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"
Lock Washer, 3/8"
Washer, 5/16"
Washer, 3/8" (Small)
Washer, 1/2" (Small)
Washer, 3/8" (Large)
Washer, 5/8"
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
Hex Lock Nut, 1/2"
Nylock Nut, 1/2"
Nylock Jam Nut, 1/2"
Hex Nut, 3/8"
Washer, 1/2" (Large)
Washer, 3/4"
Washer, 1"
2
2
1
1
6
2
1
Clevis Pin
10 Nylock Nut, 3/8"
11 Nylock Nut, 5/16"
2
3
1
Compression Spring, Short
Compression Spring, Long
Cable Tie
Tilt Stop Bracket
Hose Clip
Hex Nut, 5/16"
Nylock Nut, 1/4"
Hex Nut, 1/4"
U
V
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CARTON CONTENTS
1. Bucket Assembly
2. Pin Stop Bracket
8. Right (Short) Side Plate
9. Left (Short) Side Plate
10. Frame Brace
11.Dump Control Rod
12.Lift Strap Assembly (2)
13.Tilt Bracket Assembly
14.Attachment Rod
15.Dump Handle Tube
16.Lift Handle Tube
17.Dump Control Pin
18.Dump Pivot Bracket
19.Dump Handle Tube Extension
20.Lift Handle Tube Extension
3. Lift Frame Assembly
4. Lift Bracket Assembly
5. Tilt Anchor Assembly
6. Right (Long) Side Plate
7. Left (Long) Side Plate
1
2
5
4
3
14
11
6
8
10
13
9
7
12
20
19
15
17
16
18
6
ASSEMBLY
TOOLS REqUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
5/16" x 1"
HEX BOLT (F)
(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
5/16" WASHERS (EE)
PIN STOP
BRACKET
7/16" Wrenches
3/8" Wrench
BUCKET
ASSEMBLY
ADDITIONAL ITEMS NEEDED
Ruler or Tape Measure
Grease
REMOvE PARTS FROM CARTON
5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT (T)
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Remove the hardware pack and all loose parts from
the carton.
3/8" x 1-1/4"
HEX BOLT (D)
Lay cardboard on floor to help prevent scratching of
painted parts.
3/8" NYLOCK NUT (R)
3/8" HEX NUT (Q)
Lay out and identify all the parts and hardware as
FIGURE 1
shown on pages 4 through 6.
STEP 3: INSTALL LIFT FRAME ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 2)
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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)
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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.
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Assemble two 3/8" x 1-1/4" hex bolts (D) and 3/8" hex
nuts (Q), threading the nut all the way onto the bolt
until it is tight against the head of the bolt.
APPLY
GREASE
LIFT FRAME
ASSEMBLY
5/8" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT (A)
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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
STEP 2: INSTALL PIN STOP BRACKET
(SEE FIGURE 1)
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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" x 1-1/2"
HEX BOLT (A)
5/8" NYLOCK
NUTS (M)
APPLY GREASE
FIGURE 2
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STEP 4: INSTALL LIFT BRACKET ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 3)
STEP 6: INSTALL LIFT STRAP ASSEMBLIES
(SEE FIGURE 5)
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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.
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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).
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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)
1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER
PIN (BB)
LIFT BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
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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)
1/2" WASHER
(SMALL) (GG)
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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" 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)
CLEVIS PIN (MM)
UPPER FRONT
MOUNTING HOLE
FIGURE 5
Bucket removed for clarity
LIFT
BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
1/2" x 1"
HEX BOLT (C)
FIGURE 4
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STEP 7: INSTALL EXTENSION SPRING
(SEE FIGURE 6)
STEP 8: INSTALL STOP BRACKET BOLT
(SEE FIGURE 7A)
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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.
For lift straps installed in front holes
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Install the long compression spring (OO) 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.
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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 (OO)
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
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Install the long compression spring (OO) 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)
5/8" SPACERS (X)
FIGURE 6
LONG COMPRESSION
SPRING (OO)
5/16" x 3-1/2"
HEX BOLT (H)
STOP
BRACKET
FIGURE 7B
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STEP 9: INSTALL DUMP PIvOT BRACKET
(SEE FIGURE 8)
STEP 11: INSTALL TILT STOP BRACKETS
(SEE FIGURE 10)
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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).
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Install a tilt stop bracket (QQ) 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.
TILT STOP
BRACKET (QQ)
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" x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLT (J)
DUMP PIVOT
BRACKET
3/8" WASHER (FF)
FIGURE 10
FIGURE 8
STEP 10: INSTALL DUMP CONTROL ROD
(SEE FIGURE 9)
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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)
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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).
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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
5/16" x 1-3/4"
1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER PIN (BB)
NUTS (S)
HEX BOLT (G)
5/8" WASHERS (II)
INDEX
1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER
BRACKET
PINS (BB)
1/8" x 1-1/4"
COTTER PIN (BB)
DUMP
CONTROL
FIGURE 11
5/8" WASHERS (II)
ROD
FIGURE 9
10
STEP 13: INSTALL LIFT HANDLE TUBE EXTENSION
(SEE FIGURE 12)
STEP 15: INSTALL DUMP HANDLE TUBE
(SEE FIGURE 14)
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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).
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Install the dump handle tube to the dump pivot bracket
assembly using three 5/16" x 1-3/4" hex bolts (G) and
5/16" nylock nuts (S).
1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (I)
LIFT HANDLE
TUBE EXTENSION
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)
5/16" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLTS (G)
•
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.
FIGURE 14
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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 (PP).
•
Attach the dump cable to the dump handle tube using
three cable ties (PP).
LIFT TRIGGER
DUMP HANDLE
TUBE EXTENSION
1/4" x 1-3/4"
HEX BOLT (I)
LIFT CABLE
CABLE
ADJUSTMENT
NUTS
USE THIS HOLE
DUMP CABLE
HOOK
1/4" NYLOCK
NUT (U)
INDEX ROD
DUMP HANDLE TUBE
FIGURE 13
FIGURE 15
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STEP 17: INSTALL DUMP CONTROL PIN
(SEE FIGURE 16)
STEP 18: INSTALL HOSE CLIP AND SPACER
(SEE FIGURE 17)
•
Install a small 1/2" washer (GG) and then the short
compression spring (NN) 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.
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Secure the dump cable to the back of the bucket
using a hose clip (RR), a #10 x 5/8" truss-head bolt
(L) and a #10-32 nylock nut (W).
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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"
#10 x 5/8"
TRUSS
HEAD BOLT (L)
CLIP (RR)
HOSE
PIN STOP
BRACKET
FIGURE 17
DUMP CONTROL PIN
SMALL 1/2" WASHER (GG)
SPRING (NN)
HOOK
INSTALL FRONT SCOOP ON TRACTOR
CABLE
ADJUSTER
STEP 19: IDENTIFYYOUR 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 13 or step 24 on
page 14 for tractors with dual suspension brackets.
PIN STOP
BRACKET
FIGURE 16
MOWER DECK
SUSPENSION
BRACKET
FIGURE 18
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STEP 21: INSTALL FRAME BRACE
(SEE FIGURE 20)
LAWN TRACTORS AND GARDEN TRACTORS
WITH SINGLE SUSPENSION BRACKETS
•
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.
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•
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"
5/16" x 1"
CARRIAGE BOLTS (J)
CARRIAGE BOLT (K)
ENGINE
MOUNTING
PLATE
1/2" SPACER (Y)
5/16"
NYLOCK
NUT (S)
HOLE FOR LT
HOLE FOR GT
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
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LAWN TRACTORS WITH DUAL SUSPENSION
BRACKETS
GARDEN TRACTORS WITH DUAL
SUSPENSION BRACKETS
STEP 22: INSTALL SIDE PLATES
(SEE FIGURE 21)
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 done with left side plate.
•
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)
(3) 3/8" x 1"
HEX BOLTS (E)
SIDE PLATE
(3) 3/8" SMALL
WASHERS (FF)
(3) 3/8" LOCK
WASHERS (DD)
FIGURE 21
(2) 3/8" LOCK
WASHERS (DD)
STEP 23: INSTALL FRAME BRACE
(SEE FIGURE 22)
(2) 3/8" x 1"
HEX BOLTS (E)
LONG
HAIRPIN
COTTER (Z)
•
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.
3/4" WASHER (KK)
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)
38/" x 1"
1/2" NYLOCK NUT (O)
HEX BOLTS
FRAME BRACE
FIGURE 22
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STEP 26: ADJUST TILT AND PIN STOP BRACKETS
(SEE FIGURE 25)
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ALLTRACTORS
•
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 SCOOPTOTRACTOR
(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 the attachment rod through the holes
from the left side and secure it with a long hairpin
cotter (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
LONG
HAIRPIN
COTTER (Z)
•
TIGHTEN the two bolts and nuts in the tilt bracket.
DUMP
CONTROL PIN
BOLT OR PIN
ATTACHMENT
ROD
SCOOP
ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 24
SMALLER BOLTS
TILT BRACKET
PIN STOP BRACKET
FIGURE 25
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STEP 27: ADJUST LIFT STRAPS
(SEE FIGURE 26)
STEP 29: ADJUST STOP BOLT
(SEE FIGURE 28)
•
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.
•
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 (QQ) 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 (QQ)
LIFT FRAME ARM
FIGURE 27
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OPERATION
•
Always test to make sure your vehicle has adequate
KNOWYOUR FRONT END SCOOP
Read this owner's manual and safety rules before
operating your front end scoop.
power and braking capabilities whenever hauling a
substantial amount of weight in your front end scoop.
Use extra caution when operating on slopes.
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
CAUTION: NEvER RAM THE SCOOP INTO
MATERIAL AT HIGH SPEEDS.
DUMP
HANDLE
LIFT
TRIGGER
LEVER
•
•
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 USEYOUR 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.
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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
Cleaning
X
X
Lubrication
X
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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Scoop won't lock into
raised/transport position.
1. Index rod is jamming.
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.
2. Frame is hitting tilt stop
brackets.
Scoop bucket won't lock into level 1. Dump control pin does not align
1. Adjust the tilt bracket and lift straps as
instructed on page 16.
position after dumping.
with the tilt bracket.
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.
1. Apply grease to the bottom slot in the
lift bracket, where the index rod slides.
2. Lift cable is not adjusted properly. 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
properly.
page 12.
2. Pin stop bracket is not adjusted
properly side to side.
2. Adjust parts as instructed in step 26 on
page 15.
Bucket is becoming more difficult 1. Debris is lodged between bucket
to tilt up or down. assembly and lift frame.
1. Remove all debris from between the
bucket assembly and the lift frame.
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PARTS
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248474
5
4
36
37
2
79
3
15
7
71
22
29
4
34
69
80
1
10
13
31
49
30
31
32
33
14
39
67
5
29
9
38
78
1
19
17
11
12
18
16
28
10
13
23
75
15
13
77
20
27
21
22
1
14
19
76
42
82
43
81
73
15
72
51
25
44
26
8
41
23
75
6
74
28
24
45
52
15
64
40
10
48
44
63
15
13
46
65
53
70
47
42
43
43
42
13
51
32
21
51
52
45
57
20
56
58
52
45
55
52
45
17
68
15
49
66
50
14
54
61
60
59
64
63
68
13
35
14
52
45
62
20
REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.248474
REF PART NO. qTY
DESCRIPTION
Hex Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1-3/4" (Grade 5) 43
Cable Tie
REF PART NO. qTY
DESCRIPTION
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/2"
Hex Bolt, 1/2-13 x 1" (Grade 5)
Flat Washer, 5/8" x 1-1/4" x 16 Ga.
Tilt Bracket Extension Strap
Tilt Bracket
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 2" (Grade 5)
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1" (Grade 5)
Lift Frame Assembly
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" (Grade 5)
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 1-1/4"
Dump Pivot Bracket
Dump Control Rod
Dump Control Pin
Compression Spring
Spring Pin, 1/8" x 1"
Pin Stop Bracket
Nylock Nut, #10-32
Hose Clamp
Truss-Head Bolt #10-32 x 5/8"
Bucket Assembly
Hex Nut, 3/8-16
Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4" (Grade 5)
Nut, Hex 3/8-16 Lock Flanged
Tilt Stop Bracket
Frame Brace
Flat Washer, 5/16"
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
1509-69
726-0178
49265
49266
47674
47025
43009
23658
49912
47189
47369
47368
47810
HA21362
43070
25350
43063
25343
3
6
1
2
2
1
2
2
1
3
1
1
43093
710-0865
45 R19212016
3
3
6
1
1
1
8
1
5
6
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
3
2
2
1
8
2
2
2
1
2
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
44
Lift Handle Extension
Oval Screw, 10-24 x 1-1/2"
Plastic Plug, 1-1/4" O.D. Tube
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3-1/2" (Gr. 5)
Flat Washer, 3/4"
Spacer, .39" x .56" x .62" L
Cable, Lift
Nylock Nut, 1/4"
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
25852
25851
HA6441
43350
64963
43084
43010
64968
49273
49268
48905
46055
25335
47171
HA23761
43346
64962
43015
43087
47572
26481
25722
43081
44326
710-0367
736-0247
43000
44062
142
Roll Pin, 3/16" x 1-3/4"
Roll Pin, 5/16" x 1-3/4"
14 Nylock Nut, 5/16-18
14 Nylock Nut, 3/8-16
14 Flat Washer, 3/8"
4
7
1
2
4
4
Lift Strap
Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1" (Grade 5)
Lift Bracket
Flange Bearing with Flats
Flat Washer, 1/2" x 1" (Small)
Hairpin Cotter, 3/32" x 1.8"
741-0192
20 R19171616
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
43055
43001
732-0306
43262
66258
48115
63675
25510
43343
10 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1" (Grade 5)
2
1
1
2
1
2
3
2
8
4
2
6
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
Spring, Compression
Hex Lock Nut, 1/2-13
Tilt Anchor Assembly
Nylock Jam Nut, 1/2-13
Lift Arm Assembly
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1" (Grade 5)
Hex Bolt, 5/8-11 x 1-1/2" (Grade 5)
Washer, .41" x 1.25" x .156"
Extension Spring
Mounting Bracket
Hairpin Cotter, 3/32" x 2-5/16"
Hex Bolt 1/2-13 x 1-3/4" (Grade 5)
Flat Washer, 1/2" x 1-1/2" (Large)
Spacer, 0.52" x 0.75" x 0.5"
Nylock Nut, 1/2-13
Lock Washer, 3/8"
Nylock Nut, 5/8-11
Right (Short) Side Plate
Left (Short) Side Plate
Dump Handle Tube Extension
Attachment Rod
30 R74780828
31 R19172410
Clevis Pin, 1/2" x 1"
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
24817
712-3083
43003
712-0261
63568
63569
49270
47066
49271
Cotter Pin, 1/8" x 3/4"
Flat Washer, 3/8" x 13/16" x 1/16"
Index Bracket Assembly
Index Rod
75 R19131316
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
63773
48049
49264
25562
25563
43064
43178
42086
Lift Handle Tube
Right (Long) Side Plate
Left (Long) Side Plate
Nut, Hex 5/16-18
Nut, Hex 1/4-20
Owner's Manual
Dump Handle Tube
Dump Control Cable
Washer, 1.59" x 1.032" x 0.60"
40173
43601
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