Operating Instructions
Dumping the Catcher
DANGER
Do not mow or dump grass within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of an embankment or retaining wall with drop off.
For dumping, the catcher either tailgate dumps into a disposal area or dumps into the optional dump bag. The dump bag is a reusable nylon fabric bag designed to conveniently move grass clippings from the catcher to a remote disposal area or container.
CAUTION
Use leg muscles and firm footing when lifting the catcher to dump; avoid bending at the waist and using back muscles to avoid back injury.
Tailgate Dumping
1.Open the back door by lifting on the door handle.
NOTE: When using the optional 7.0 bushel catcher, a safety latch locks the door open in the fully opened position while the catcher is being dumped to prevent accidental door closure.
2.Tilt the catcher back to dump by lifting on the catcher lift handle on the lower front corner of the catcher.
3.Lower the catcher smoothly down to the normal operating position. DO NOT allow the catcher to drop down - the gas spring, that holds the catcher in the raised position, is not a shock absorber for lowering the catcher.
4.Close the door by holding the door handle. The door will close smoothly with the assis- tance of the gas springs. If the dampening springs are not functioning properly, they should be replaced to prevent the door from slamming closed and possibly causing a pinch point. (When using the optional 7.0 bushel catcher, close the door by holding the door handle with the left hand and releasing the safety latch on the door hinge mechanism with the right hand. The safety latch is re- leased by pressing in on the top of the latch.)
Using the Dump Bag
1.Open the back door by lifting on the door handle.
NOTE: When using the optional 7.0 bushel catcher, a safety latch locks the door open in the fully opened position while the catcher is being dumped to prevent accidental door closure.
2.Orient the dump bag with one (or two) of the handle straps on the bag opening facing up.
Tailgate
Door
Handle
Hook Bag
on Bumper
Positioning Dump Bag on Catcher
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