Craftsman 71-242223X User Manual

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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.

1.  Read the vehicle and sweeper owners manuals and 

know how to operate your vehicle and sweeper before
using this sweeper attachment. Always instruct other
users before they operate the sweeper.

2.  Do not permit children to operate sweeper.
3.  Do not permit anyone to ride on sweeper.
4.  Never attach the hopper rope to any part of your body

or clothing! Never hold onto the rope while towing the
sweeper! Attach the rope to the towing vehicle to keep
it away from wheels and rotating parts.

5.  Operate the sweeper at reduced speed on rough 

terrain, near ditches and on hillsides to prevent loss 
of control.

6.  Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with

the attachment of this sweeper. Do not fill sweeper
to maximum capacity without checking the capability
of the towing vehicle to safely pull and stop with the 
sweeper attached. 

7.  Stop and inspect vehicle and sweeper for damage 

after striking an object. Repair any damage before
continuing operation.

8.  Keep sweeper away from fire. Excessive heat can

damage the brushes and hopper bag and could
cause the bag and its contents to burn.

9.  Before storing the sweeper, always empty the hopper 

bag to avoid spontaneous combustion.

10.  Follow maintenance and lubrication instructions as

outlined in the maintenance section of this manual.

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means —

Become alert!! Your safety is involved.

Maintenance Schedule .................................................. 13

Storage .......................................................................... 13

Service and Adjustments ............................................... 14

Troubleshooting ............................................................. 14

Repair Parts Illustration ................................................. 15

Repair Parts List ............................................................ 16

Parts Ordering ...............................................BACK PAGE

Safety Rules ....................................................................1

Warranty ..........................................................................2

Accessories and Attachments..........................................3

Carton Contents ..............................................................3

Full Size Hardware Chart .................................................4

Sweeper Assembly Instructions .......................................5

Hopper Assembly Instructions .........................................7

Operation ....................................................................... 12

MODEL NUMBER:

486.24266

SERIAL NUMBER:

____________________

DATE OF PURCHASE:

____________________

The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal

attached to the lawnsweeper.
You should record both the serial number and the date of

purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.

FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this product is warranted against defects in material or workmanship.
WITH PROOF OF SALE a defective product will be replaced free of charge.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free replacement, visit the web page: www. craftsman.com/ warranty
To obtain warranty coverage, return a defective product with proof of sale to the retailer from which it was purchased for free
replacement.
This warranty is void if this product is ever used while providing commercial services or if rented to another person.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

DO NOT RETURN TO STORE for Missing Parts or Assembly Questions
Call 1-866-576-8388 Attachment Hotline