Walker MT owner manual Operating Instructions, Danger, Dumping the Catcher, Tailgate Dumping

Operating Instructions

Dumping the Catcher

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.

Tailgate Dumping

1.Open the back door by lifting on the door handle.

NOTE: To prevent accidental door closure, a safety latch locks the door open in the fully opened position while the catcher is being dumped.

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 with the left hand and releasing the safety latch on the door hinge mechanism with the right hand. The safety latch is released by pressing in on the top of the latch. Then, smoothly close the door, working against the spring pressure that holds the door closed. DO NOT let the door slam shut by releasing the door before it is closed.

DANGER

PINCH POINT - SPRING LOADED DOOR

When lowering the door on the GHS catcher, depress the safety latch on the side of the catcher. BE VERY CAREFUL to keep hands, fingers, etc. out of the hing- ing mechanism and away from the door frame as the door closes. The springs that hold the door closed during operation are very powerful, and the door can slam shut with considerable force.

Safety

Latch

Catcher Door Safety Latch

Using the Dump Bag (7.0 Bushel Catcher)

1.Open the back door by lifting on the door han- dle.

NOTE: To prevent accidental door closure, a safety latch locks the door open in the fully opened position while the catcher is be- ing dumped.

2.Orient the dump bag with one 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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