Maintenance; Operation - Craftsman SNOW BLADE 486.24441 Operator's Manual

Wheel weights and tire chains must be used with
your snow blade for traction. These accessories are
available at your nearest Sears retail store.
Using the Snow blade
• Prepare the lawn tractor en gine 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 di rec tion.
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This causes ex ces sive build up with each suc ces sive
pass.
• To reduce icing on the blade, allow the lawn tractor
and blade to adjust to outdoor tem per a ture 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
pro ce dures 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
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
• During the operating season, check all bolts, nuts and
hairpin cotters to be sure they are secure.
CHECK FOR WORN OR DAMAGED PARTS
• During the operating season, check for worn and
damaged parts. Replace or repair any that have
excessive damage or wear.
CLEAN BLADE
• During the operating season, clean the blade off after
each use. Touch up any bare metal with paint or
apply a light coat of grease or rust preventive.
LUBRICATE BLADE
• Lubricate all pivot points to help maintain proper
operation of blade. Use grease packet fur nished with
the snow blade for lubrication of the upper portion of
the lift handle rod.

MAINTENANCE

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CAUTION: Carefully inspect 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
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LUBRICATE