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    Operators Manual L CRRFTSHRN" I H.P. CHIPPER VAC SYSTEM Model No, 486.24516 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. • Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.searS.com/craftsman PRINTED IN U.S,[...]

  • Page 2

    WARRANTY ............................................................... 2 SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 3 FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART ............................. 6 CARTON CONTENTS ............................................... 8 ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 9 OPER[...]

  • Page 3

    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 and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to assemble or operate this equipment. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in p[...]

  • Page 4

    TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY • Read Owner's Manual and all safety labels on machine before starting and using machine. • Do Not remove top cover or attempt to empty contents of cart while engine is running. • Do Not stand behind cart in exhaust discharge area while engine is running. • Keep hands, feet, face, long hair and clothing out of c[...]

  • Page 5

    These accessories were available when the unit was purchased. They are also available at most Sears retail outlets and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model numbers of your tractor and Chipper Vac System. L ,,- x, i II I The Hand Wand Attachment, Model 486.24509 I provides a 15' x 5&quo[...]

  • Page 6

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  • Page 7

    ATTENTION! Keep contents of each hardware package separate for easier assembly. CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACKAGE IN CART CARTON Ref. Qty. Description Ref. Qty. Description A B D J M O P Q R X 3 2 2 9 14 11 14 5 2 4 Bolt, Hex 3/8" x 3" Bolt, Hex 1/4" x 1-3/4" Bolt, Hex 3/8" x 1-1/4" Bolt, Hex 1/4" x 5/8" Bolt, Tru[...]

  • Page 8

    10 CARTON CONTENTS (Cart Carton) Ref. Qty. Description Ref. Qty. Description 1 1 Wheel Support 6 1 Hose 2 1 Rear Tongue 7 1 Tailgate Reinforcement Bracket 3 1 Front Tongue 8 1 Axle 4 1 Hose Hanger Rod Assembly 9 1 Latch Stand Bracket 5 2 Cart Bodies 10 2 Wheels CARTON CONTENTS (Vac Carton) 17 / 12 Ref. Qty. Description Ref. Qty. 1 1 Front Panel 10 [...]

  • Page 9

    This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY (1) Screwdriver (1) Pliers (1) 3/8" Wrench (2) 7/16" Wrenches (2) 1/2" Wrenches (2) 9/16" Wrenches (2) 3/4" Wrenches (only if figure 28 on page 16 is used) REMO[...]

  • Page 10

    • Assemble the wheel support to the bottom of the cart using eight 5/16" x 3/4" truss head screws, 5/16" lock washers, and 5/16 hex nuts as shown in figure 4. Heads of screws go on the inside of cart. Tighten. TRUSS HEAD SCREW 5/16" x 3/4" "5/16" LOCK WASHER WHEEL SUPPORT _16"HEX NUT FIGURE 4 Align the latc[...]

  • Page 11

    • Assemble a spacer tube onto each end of the axle as shown in figure 8. • Assemble a 1" flat washer, a wheel (valve stem facing out), and another 1" flat washer onto the axle as shown in figure 8. Secure the wheel with a 1/8" x 1-1/2" cotter pin, spreading the ends so that a hub cap will fit over the pin. Assemble the hub c[...]

  • Page 12

    Lower the front of the cart and lock it to the tongue with the latch lock lever. Place a side panel down onto the cart, fitting it inside the front panel. Fasten the side panel to the front panel using three 1/4" x 5/8" hex bolts, 1/4" lock washers and 1/4" hex nuts. Fasten the side panel to the cart bed flange using two 1/4&quo[...]

  • Page 13

    • Assemble a 1/4" hex nut and then a 1/4" flat washer onto each end of a tie rod. Insert the rod ends through the upper holes in the sides of the hardtop. Assemble another 1/4" flat washer and 1/4" hex nut onto each end of the tie rod. Adjust the hex nuts to make the distance between the sides approximately the same front to r[...]

  • Page 14

    • Assemble a short tie strap to the rear door using one 1/4" x 1-1/4" hex bolt, two 1/4" flat washers, one 1/4" lock washer and one 1/4" hex nut. Assemble an "S" hook through the loose end of the strap. See figure 20. Repeat on other side of door. • Attach the door to the rear of the cart by resting the bottom[...]

  • Page 15

    Assemble the bose adaptor (nozzle) to the front of the impeller housing, securing it with the three knobs. Make sure that the switch actuator bracket depresses the switch on the housing. See figure 24. HOSE ADAPTER (NOZZLE) KNOB 1 FIGURE 24 SW_CH ACTUATOR SAFETY BRACKET SW_CH_ • Place a hose c_amp onto the end of the hose. Push the hose onto the [...]

  • Page 16

    • ASSEMBLING THE DECK ADAPTER (#62468) TO THE MOWER DECK Assemble the hitch plate to the tractor hitch if: a. Your tractor has a square (straight) hitch frame, to help prevent binding. b. Your tractor has a lightweight hitch frame that needs reinforcing for towing the Mow-N-Vac. Use a 1/2" x 1-1/4" hex bolt, a 7/16" flat washer and[...]

  • Page 17

    Position the adapter over the deck opening, and check for fit of cutout as shown in figure 30. Trim cutout, if necessary, to allow tilting of adapter, keeping the fit as close as possible for best vacuum suction. NOTE: Make sure adapter clears gauge wheels on mower deck _ DECK ADAPTER Curl on deck may be located outside of adapter or inside dependi[...]

  • Page 18

    FOR 1990 AND NEWER MURRAY FOR 1990 AND NEWER MURRAY TRACTORS WITH A 38" OR 40" DECK TRACTORS WITH A 46" DECK Cut out two templates and place on deck adapter as shown in figure 34. Tape smaller one on top and larger one on the side and bottom. After they are in place, carefully mark around the templates, then cut out adapter to obtain[...]

  • Page 19

    KNOW YOUR VAC SYSTEM Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your Vac System. Compare the illustration below with your Vac System to familiarize yourself with the various controls and their locations. HARDTOPBOOT DOOR LATCH LATCH LOCK LEVER I HARDTOP BOOT Connects the plastic elbow to the hard top, directing discharged mat[...]

  • Page 20

    BEFORE STARTING • Your Chipper Vac System engine is shipped without oil or gasoline. Service the engine with oil and gas as instructed in the separate engine manual. • Inspect the Vac System to make sure all covers (rear door, hardtop boot, elbow, hose adapter, hose and deck adapter are properly attached. • Check tires for proper inflation (1[...]

  • Page 21

    USING THE CHIPPER CHUTE • Material such as stalks or heavy branches up to 3" in diameter may be fed into the chipper chute as shown in figure 37. • Be sure to wear eye protection and gloves when feeding material into the chipper chute. • Use the tamper plug, not your hands, to force material down through the chipper chute. • For best p[...]

  • Page 22

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and follow the maintenanceschedule and the maintenance procedures listedin this section. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _ "_ "_._'_.,,"_F Fill in dates as you complete regular service. _ _,,J_'_ "_/" Check for loose fasteners X Check soft vinyl boot X I Check tire pressure X Check engine o[...]

  • Page 23

    SHARPENING OR REPLACING CHIPPER BLADES • Disconnect the spark plug wire and move away from the spark plug. • Remove the access plate by removing two hex lock nuts. See figure 38. • Locate one of the chipper blades in the access plate opening by rotating the impeller assembly by hand. Remove the blade using a 3/16" allen wrench on the out[...]

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    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Engine fails to start Loss of power; operation erratic. Engine overheats Too much vibration Unit does not discharge Rate of discharge when chipping slows considerably, or composition of discharged material changes. 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Safety switch not contacted. 3. Fuel tank empty, or sta[...]

  • Page 25

    REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.24516 CART BODY 11 13 14 / 11 10 @ REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 I 14 6 9 PART NO. 23985 62458 23507 24497 23488 46272 43093 43601 44678 43014 43866 1509-69 43177 43178 43814 43086 43083 43088 QTY. DESCRIPTION REF. PART NO, NO. QT¥ DESCRIPTION 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 4 2 2 9 2 13 13 14 14 14 2 Cart Bo[...]

  • Page 26

    REPAIR PAFITS FOR I_ODEL 486.24516 CHIPPER VAC SYSTEM 4 39 72 28 3O 66 6O 38 37 61 59 4O 12_ 45 ADAPTER #62468 8. 44 _4o &-13 .ft54 2O 70 21 14 16 53 9 7 42_ TRACTOR 13 26[...]

  • Page 27

    REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.24516 CHIPPER VAC SYSTEM REF, NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3O 31 32 33 34 35 36 PART NO. 24080 24078 63226 43182 43063 43085 43086 43064 63375 781-0635 728-3001 43012 43013 7520155481 222261 63227 46420 43792 43793 24608 24609 24610 63918 43882 43910 23842 46480 44790 4[...]

  • Page 28

    REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 486.24516 VAC SYSTEM IMPELLER HOUSING ASSEMBLY Q I REF, PART NO. NO. 1 _29-0241A! 2 63933 3 24633 4 43182 5 710-0772 6 710-1268 7 43063 8 712-0421 9 43064 10 43086 11 Z19-0330A 12 725-1700 13 725-3166 14 726-0272 QTY. DESCRIPTION REF PART NO. NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 1 Harness, Wire 15 731-1613 1 Cover, Switch 1 Housing Ass'[...]

  • Page 29

    (D i II I I 10° CAUTION: Do not operate your tractor and Chipper Vac System on a slope in excess of 10 degrees. Be sure of your tractor's towing and braking capabilities before operating on a slope. Avoid any sudden turns or maneuvers while on a siope. & E=CD o 3_ m 0 ," 91 m '-t .--Q.[...]

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    NOTES 31[...]

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    Get it fixed, your home or ours! For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repai[...]