Walker MS Operator's Manual

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Operating Instructions40Dumping the CatcherDANGERDo not mow or dump grass within 5 feet(1.5 meters) of an embankment or retainingwall with drop off.For 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.CAUTIONUse leg muscles and firm footing when lift-ing the catcher to dump; avoid bending atthe waist and using back muscles in orderto prevent back injury.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, thedoor should close smoothly with the assis-tance of the gas springs.SafetyLatchCatcher Door Safety LatchUsing the Dump Bag1. 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. Orient the dump bag with one (or two) of thehandle straps on the bag opening facing up.Hook Bagon BumperTailgate Door HandlePositioning Dump Bag on Catcher3. Hook the bottom of the bag over the rear bum-per while lifting on the handle strap(s).