Craftsman 486.24336 - Manual (Page 2)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Rules.............................................................2
Warranty............ ..................................................... 2
Full Size Hardware Chart......................................... 3
Assembly.................................................................4
Operation.................................................................6
Maintenance......................................................... 6
Storage............................................................... 6
Repair Parts Illustration.......................................... 7
Repair Parts List.....................................................7
Parts Ordering/Seiyice................. ......... Back Cover
Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the
equipment. Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment.
Read the owners manual carefully for operating and
service instructions before attempting to assemble or
operate this equipment. Be thoroughly familiar with
the proper use of this equipment.
Read the vehicle owners manual and vehicle safety
rules, and know how to operate the vehicle before
using this equipment.
Never allow children to operate the tractor or spike
aerator attachment, and do not allow adults to operate
without proper instructions.
Wear eye protection when operating the aerator.
Wear substeintial footwear when operating the aera-.
tor.
Do not allow anyone to ride or sit on spike aerator
attachment frame or on towing vehicle.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and also pets.
Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear
and engine at low speed, and gradually increase
speed as conditions permit.
T^e vehicle braking and stability may be affected with
the attachment of this equipment. Be aware of chang­
ing conditions on slopes. Refer to safety rules in the
vehicle owner's manual concerning safe operation on
slopes. STAY OFF OF STEEP SLOPES.
Always operate up and down a slope, never across the
face of a slope
This equipment should be operated at reduced speed
on rough terrain, along creeks and ditches and on
hillsides, to prevent tipping and loss of control. Do not
drive too close to a creek or a ditch.
Do not tow this equipment on a highway or any other
public thoroughfare.
Follow the maintenance instructions as outlined in this
owners manual.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means-Attentionll
Become alert) 1 Your safety is involved.
WARRANTY
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON SPIKE AERATOR
For one year fi'om the date of purchase, when this spike aerator is maintained and lubricated according to the
operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair any defect in material or workman­
ship free of charge, if this spike aerator is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90
days from the date of purchase. .
This warranty does not cover repairs necessary because of operator negligence or abuse, including the failure to
maintain the equipment according to instructions contained in the owner's manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPART-
MENT IN THE UNITED STATES.
TTiis warranty applies only while this product is in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co. D/817 WA. Hoffman Estates, Chicago, IL 60179