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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: 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.
Positioning Dump Bag on Catcher
DANGER
Do not mow or dump grass within 5 feet
(1.5 meters) of an embankment or retain-
ing wall with drop off.
CAUTION
Use leg muscles and firm footing when lift-
ing the catcher to dump; avoid bending at
the waist and using back muscles to avoid
back injury.
Tailgate
Door
Handle
Hook Bag
on Bumper