Maintenance - Craftsman 486.244283 Owner's Manual

Using the Snowblade
Wheel weights and tire chains must be used with your
snow blade for traction. These accessories are available
at your nearest Sears retail store. See page 3.
• Prepare the lawn tractor engine for cold weather using
instructions furnished with the lawn tractor.
• Always begin with the transmission in fi rst (low) gear
and gradually increase speed as required.
Do not repeatedly push snow in the same direction,
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causing excessive build up with each successive pass.
• To reduce icing on the blade, allow the lawn tractor
and blade to adjust to outdoor temperature before
operating.
• For improved snow removal performance, coat the blade
with automotive type paste wax.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and follow the maintenance schedule and the
procedures listed in the maintenance section.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Fill in dates as you
complete regular service. complete regular service.
Check for loose fasteners Check for loose fasteners
Check for worn or damaged parts Check for worn or damaged parts Check for worn or damaged parts
Clean Blade Clean Blade Clean Blade Clean Blade Clean Blade Clean Blade
Lubricate Blade Lubricate Blade Lubricate Blade Lubricate Blade Lubricate Blade Lubricate Blade Lubricate Blade Lubricate Blade
• During the operating season, check all bolts, nuts and
hairpin cotters to be sure they are secure.
Lubrication Points
• Lubricate all pivot points to help maintain proper
operation of blade. Use grease packet furnished with
the snow blade for lubrication of the upper portion of
the lift handle rod. See fi gure 27.

MAINTENANCE

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CAUTION: Inspect carefully the area
to be worked before operating the snow
blade. Avoid pipes, roots, curbs or other
heavy obstructions.
CAUTION: Know the terrain. Avoid
exceptionally steep slopes or drop offs
which may be hidden by the snow.
Never run the snow blade into heavy
material at high speed.
CAUTION: Always lower the blade to
the ground before leaving the tractor.
Service Dates
GREASE
LUBRICATE
FIGURE 27
LUBRICATE