TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES..........................................................

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FULL SIZE HARDWARE CHART................................

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CARTON CONTENTS.................................................

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ASSEMBLY..................................................................

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OPERATION................................................................

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MAINTENANCE/STORAGE.........................................

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REPAIR PARTS ..........................................................

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PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE......................

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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

MODEL NUMBER:

486.24219

decal attached to the dethacther.

SERIAL NUMBER:

__________________

 

You should record both the serial number and the date of

DATE OF PURCHASE:__________________

purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference.

 

 

 

 

 

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 this owners manual carefully for operating and service instructions before attempting to assemble or operate the dethatcher. Be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of the dethatcher.

Read the vehicle owners manual and vehicle safety rules, and know how to operate the vehicle before using the dethatcher.

Read the lawnsweeper owners manual and safety rules, and know how to operate the lawnsweeper before using the dethatcher.

Never allow children to operate the tractor or dethatcher attachment, and do not allow adults to operate without proper instructions.

This dethatcher attachment has sharp tine points. Always handle with care and wear substantial foot wear when operating this dethatcher.

Do not allow anyone to ride or sit on the dethatcher, lawnsweeper or towing vehicle.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and also pets.

Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear and engine at low speed, and gradually increase speed as conditions permit.

Vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the attachment of this equipment. Be aware of changing conditions on slopes. Refer to safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual concerning safe operation on slopes. STAY OFF OF STEEP SLOPES.

Always operate up and down a slope, never across the face of a slope

This equipment should be operated at reduced speed on rough terrain, along creeks and ditches and on hillsides, to prevent tipping and loss of control. Do not drive too close to a creek or a ditch.

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.