• Safety • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Parts Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. FORM NO. 40375 (REV. 2/28/07) PRINTED IN U.S.A. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES...............................................................2 FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART.....................................3 CARTON CONTENTS......................................................4 ASSEMBLY.......................................................................4 OPERATION................................................................9-10 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE.............................................9 SERVICE/ADJUSTMENTS............................................10 REPAIR PARTS ............................................................11 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE.........................Back Cover WARRANTY ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY When operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, if this Dethatcher fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible). If this product is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., D817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 The model number and serial numbers will be found on a decal attached to the dethatcher. You should record both the serial number and the date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference. MODEL NUMBER: 486.24312 SERIAL NUMBER: __________________ DATE OF PURCHASE: __________________ SAFETY 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 safety rules in the vehicle owners manual and know how to operate your equipment, before using the tine dethatcher. • Never operate vehicle and tine dethatcher attachment without wearing substantial footwear, and do not allow anyone to ride or sit on the tine dethatcher. • Never allow children to operate the tractor or dethatcher attachment, and do not allow adults to operate without proper instructions. • Eye Protection should be worn when operating the tine dethatcher. • Always begin with transmission in first (low) gear, and gradually increase speed as conditions permit. Recommended maximum operating speed is 3 M.P.H. • Always stop vehicle and lift dethatcher to transport position before making short turns. • When de-thatching do not drive too close to a creek or ditch and be alert for holes and other hazards which could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. • Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer to the safety rules in the vehicle owners manual concerning safe operation on slopes. STAY OFF STEEP SLOPES. • This equipment is not meant for street or highway use. Watch for traffic when de-thatching near highways. • Vehicle and attachments should be stopped and inspected for damage after striking a foreign object. • Check all nuts, bolts and screws frequently making sure they are tight and the equipment is in safe working condition. • Follow the maintenance instructions as outlined in this owners manual. Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means — Attention!! Become alert!! Your safety is involved. HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS AJNOKLBDGHISHOWN FULL SIZE NOT SHOWN FULL SIZE CEFM KEY QTY DESCRIPTION A 12 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1" Lg. B 2 Hex Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1" Lg. C 4 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1" D 2 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4" E 4 Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-1/2" F 4 Spacer, .8" x 1" x .5" G 4 Flat Washer, 5/8" SAE H 14 Nylock Nut, 5/16-18 KEY QTY DESCRIPTION I 10 Nylock Nut, 3/8-16 J 1 Clevis Pin, 3/8" x 3/4" K 6 Hairpin Cotter, 1/8" (large) L 1 Hairpin Cotter, 3/32" (small) M 1 Axle Bushing N 2 Keeper Plate O 1 Handle Grip ASSEMBLY CARTON CONTENTS 1. Mounting Arms (2) 2. Lift Handle 3. Angle Mounting Brackets (2) 4. Lift Handle Bracket 5. Hitch Bracket 6. Axle 7. Wheel 8. Mounting Shaft 9. Lift Handle Arm 10. Handle Lock Bracket 11. Tine Shield 12. Frame Mount Bracket 215678910111234 REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM CARTON • Remove all parts and hardware packages from the carton. Lay out all parts and hardware and identify using the illustrations on pages 3 and 4. Stop engine and let muffler cool before attempting to install dethatcher hitch brackets. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY (2) 1/2" Wrenches (2) 9/16" Wrenches REMOVAL OF PARTS FROM TRACTOR • Remove any front mounted attachments which may be installed on your tractor. • Mark all loose parts and save for reassembly. ASSEMBLING DETHATCHER 3. Assemble mounting arms to inside of angle mounting brackets using four 5/16" x 1" carriage bolts and 5/16" nylock hex nuts. Fasten through rear set of holes in mounting arms. Do not tigh...