Operating Instructions39Dumping the CatcherFor dumping, the catcher either tailgate dumps intoa disposal area or dumps into the optional dumpbag. The dump bag is a reusable nylon fabric bagdesigned to conveniently move grass clippings fromthe catcher to a remote disposal area or container.Tailgate Dumping1. Open the back door by lifting on the door handle.NOTE: To prevent accidental door closure, asafety latch locks the door open in the fullyopened position while the catcher is beingdumped.2. Tilt the catcher back to dump by lifting on thecatcher lift handle on the lower front corner ofthe catcher.3. Lower the catcher smoothly down to the normaloperating position. DO NOT allow the catcherto drop down.4. Close the door by holding the door handlewith the left hand and releasing the safetylatch on the door hinge mechanism with theright hand. The safety latch is released bypressing in on the top of the latch. Then,smoothly close the door, working against thespring pressure that holds the door closed.DO NOT let the door slam shut by releasingthe door before it is closed.Catcher Door Safety LatchUsing the Dump Bag1. 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 thefully opened position while the catcher is be-ing dumped.2. Orient the dump bag with one of the handlestraps on the bag opening facing up.Positioning Dump Bag on CatcherSafetyLatchTailgate DoorHandleHook Bagon Bumper
