Operating Instructions
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4. Tilt the catcher back to dump into the bag by
lifting on the catcher lift/dump handle on the
lower front corner of the catcher with the one
hand while continuing to hold up on the bag
strap with the other hand. Refer to photos for
posi tioning the bag and dumping.
Catcher Lift /
Dump Handle
Dumping Catcher into Dump Bag
5. 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.
6. Close the door by pulling down on the door
handle. The door should close smoothly with
the assistance of the gas springs. If the damp-
ening springs are not functioning properly, they
should be replaced to prevent the door from
slamming closed and possibly causing a pinch
point.
Power Dump Option
When equipped with the optional power dump sys-
tem, the operator dumps the catcher while sitting in
the seat. A toggle switch operating a power ram is
used to raise and lower the catcher. The back door
automatically opens and closes during the dump
cycle.
Hold the toggle switch UP or DOWN to RAISE or
LOWER the catcher. When the catcher reaches the
full raised or lowered position, the power ram clutch
will make a ratcheting sound. Release the toggle
switch as soon as this sound is heard. DO NOT
operate the ram with the clutch ratcheting for an
extended time as this will cause extra wear on the
clutch mechanism.
CAUTION
The operator should be in the seat and by-
standers stay clear when the power dump
is operating. The power dump is used
ONLY for tailgate dumping. Do not attempt
to use the optional dump bag or any other
bag with the power dump.
NOTE: If grass tends to hang up in the catcher
after raising the catcher with the power dump, “jig-
gle” the steering levers and make the tractor bounce
a little to unstick the grass and make it slide out of
the catcher.
NOTE: With the power dump mechanism in the
normal operating position (catcher down), the catch-
er can be manually raised for access to the engine
and the catcher can be manually dumped.