If you use it without the grass catcher, does the grass just shoot out the back? I imagine you'd be covered in grass clippings that way.
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See thew light green piece of plastic, ontop of the black clippings bag? That is on springs, when the bag is not attached it automatically covers the back of the mower. Having mowed the lawn once with the bag, and once without, I vote for using the bag. When the bag was not attached I repeatedly had to lift the flap (with the mower off, clear out the clippings, that were becoming packed I. Around the blade. With the bag on, I had to take it off to empty, because it is small, a couple of times, but not nearly so frequently. Either way no more dada for o. M'y legs then when I use my parent's gas mower, at thier place. See thew light green piece of plastic, ontop of the black clippings bag? That is on springs, when the bag is not attached it automatically covers the back of the mower. Having mowed the lawn once with the bag, and once without, I vote for using the bag. When the bag was not attached I repeatedly had to lift the flap (with the mower off, clear out the clippings, that were becoming packed I. Around the blade. With the bag on, I had to take it off to empty, because it is small, a couple of times, but not nearly so frequently. Either way no more dada for o. M'y legs then when I use my parent's... » Read More See thew light green piece of plastic, ontop of the black clippings bag? That is on springs, when the bag is not attached it automatically covers the back of the mower. Having mowed the lawn once with the bag, and once without, I vote for using the bag. When the bag was not attached I repeatedly had to lift the flap (with the mower off, clear out the clippings, that were becoming packed I. Around the blade. With the bag on, I had to take it off to empty, because it is small, a couple of times, but not nearly so frequently. Either way no more dada for o. M'y legs then when I use my parent's gas mower, at thier place. « Show Less
815537
Yes, right out the back...and all over your feet. Personally, I've never been fond of bagers. But the one on this little mower is incredibly easy to put on and off. Srsly, it's a non-event.
815538
The grass catcher is listed on mine as mandatory. I once cut about 100 feet without it by mistake, and the grass piles up behind it and stops the mower. Even though the catcher is a bit more work, I have found multiple uses for the mulch/clippings. We have such heat in the Houston area that it makes a great cover to hold in moisture on a plant after watering, and also prevents grass from growing next to a cedar fence...I have no weedeater. Good luck!
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If you use snow joe without the grass catcher, it builds up inside the mower to a degree. The rear door for the mower is spring loaded so it stays shut without the grass catcher. Most gardening professionals recommend that you NEVER use the grass catcher, but if you don't, then you have to rake the cuttings into the grass. Your choice.
815540
I mowed once before I realized the catcher was full, it left piles of grass underneath it. I'm not sure it shoots out the back, but underneath.
815541
The spring door closes. The clippings do come out but more like in falling clumps not shooting. I use it with and without the bag.Be aware if you are going over sticks , rocks or ant piles.
815542
the safety of person using mower could be compromised. mower not designed for use without catcher
815543
The grass goes down near your feet. but not that much. I do love it. ALL grass cutters throw out grass.I do not ue the cover because I store it in the basement because I live in a Condo. MY BEST TO YOU, AL.
2104676
I did not purchase the optional grass catcher, so I don't know. My feel is that if the grass is cut regularly I would not need the grass catcher. I have used the mower for three seasons and am well pleased with the mower. Unlike a powered rotary mower, it will not scalp in places that are not perfectly level. My yard is small so it works well for me. Might not be a good idea for a large yard, unless you expect to get a good work out while mowing.
1243173
It does normally reach the grass. Only when going over rough or very uneven rough terrain. Keeps it from scalping the grass. Without the nose roller it would scalp it. Really works well and does not crush the grass.
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I had great difficulty at first but gradually learned how to attach the grass catcher. I think the trick is to tilt the back slightly up and make certain the catcher is centered properly. Also make sure the top lines up with the raised part of the mower. Once you get the knack of it, it's not so difficult.
536397
Yes, there is a little plastic door covering the rear opening, if the grass is not too thick, you do not need an opening, if it is thick, get some good jeans on, grass will be all over you.
1593609
We have used it without stakes on the grass, but it will move around a bit with every throw. I think it would be frustrating to use it on a driveway, unless you don't mind re-positioning it after every few throws.
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If you mean do I have the bagger attachment for my mower the answer is yes. The monster leaf bag fits over the frame of the grass catcher after the bags for the grass catcher are removed. Nice product. One problem. You do NOT find out until after purchase that you need to build a lightweight frame for the base of the monster leaf bag out of thin plywood. If you use the monster leaf bag without doing this the bag will get little holes from dragging on the ground. I wish the manufacturer had made the base and included it along with the bag rather than giving instructions on how to make the base to support the bag. Hope this answers your question. If you mean do I have the bagger attachment for my mower the answer is yes. The monster leaf bag fits over the frame of the grass catcher after the bags for the grass catcher are removed. Nice product. One problem. You do NOT find out until after purchase that you need to build a lightweight frame for the base of the monster leaf bag out of thin plywood. If you use the monster leaf bag without doing this the bag will get little holes from dragging on the ground. I wish the manufacturer had made the base and included it along with the bag rather than giving instructions on how to make the... » Read More If you mean do I have the bagger attachment for my mower the answer is yes. The monster leaf bag fits over the frame of the grass catcher after the bags for the grass catcher are removed. Nice product. One problem. You do NOT find out until after purchase that you need to build a lightweight frame for the base of the monster leaf bag out of thin plywood. If you use the monster leaf bag without doing this the bag will get little holes from dragging on the ground. I wish the manufacturer had made the base and included it along with the bag rather than giving instructions on how to make the base to support the bag. Hope this answers your question. « Show Less
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Yes ,, it needs to be coming pretty straight at you and at not much of an angle or distance.On the field behind the catcher is more accurate than behind the backstop,unless the backstop is fairly close.
2131953
It has been awhile but my 9mm would not pick up. If you are on concrete you might have luck. I could not get it to work on short just cut grass. I just use a cheap green plastic tarp now. Get most of them on it and they show up on it. Or fold it up and open at home.
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Hi EricG, I tend to keep in in mulch mode...it collects pretty well, though not so good with damp grass. Never tried the side action, as prefer to collect the cuttings. Cuts better than the original, however, IMO.
1186505
probably, though I would keep the distance within 5 yds or so. After that, any amount of wind will throw the shot off. Why would you want to shoot small birds anyways? Killing anything that isn't small game for fun is pretty messed up
333250
Yes, I do it all the time. If the grass is tall, it will wrap around the tines and bar. Hard to pull out. Buy the weed reducers which help prevent this. Mantis 1722 Power Tiller Weed Reducers for Gardening
254500
Using the sweeper is easy and I have experienced no problems thus far. When dumping, I drive my tractor forward, if there is a lot in the catcher basket. I try to empty my basket when I notice its a little over 1/2 full. Wet or damp grass is always a problem and sometimes sticks inside the basket. But I try to use the sweeper when the grass is dry as that is when it works best
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If the bag has not been emptied soon enough, it will throw out the mulched leaves instead of bagging all of them. I find that my mower has to be emptied quite often in this circumstance; especially when bagging leaves. When mowing grass, my mower throws out part of the grass if the bagger becomes too full. The grass shoot should always be fairly clear.
325353
No, you should buy a hay rake for that. Or see if a neighbor can do it for you. There is a huge difference between grass clippings and hay.
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No. This would be a safety issue as the catcher basket is on the front where the reel is located. Potentially one could accidentally get hands in reel area when arranging grass to the rear of basket. Ouch! This is quite common because of the small basket size, it fills up fast.It would be nice to turn off the reel when wheels are engaged especially when moving mower across gravel or dirt. Another issue I have is with balance. It seems to want to tip backward with the catcher off.This is an otherwise good mower. It could be a great mower if a little more engineering were involved. Remember,also,this mower works best with short cropped lawns. No. This would be a safety issue as the catcher basket is on the front where the reel is located. Potentially one could accidentally get hands in reel area when arranging grass to the rear of basket. Ouch! This is quite common because of the small basket size, it fills up fast.It would be nice to turn off the reel when wheels are engaged especially when moving mower across gravel or dirt. Another issue I have is with balance. It seems to want to tip backward with the catcher off.This is an otherwise good mower. It could be a great mower if a little more engineering were... » Read More No. This would be a safety issue as the catcher basket is on the front where the reel is located. Potentially one could accidentally get hands in reel area when arranging grass to the rear of basket. Ouch! This is quite common because of the small basket size, it fills up fast.It would be nice to turn off the reel when wheels are engaged especially when moving mower across gravel or dirt. Another issue I have is with balance. It seems to want to tip backward with the catcher off.This is an otherwise good mower. It could be a great mower if a little more engineering were involved. Remember,also,this mower works best with short cropped lawns. « Show Less
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I have found that grass will get built up in the undercarriage and cause it to stop turning. The manual says to open the bagger chute with the lawn mower off and clear it out. You might have to actually turn the mower on the side, though. Other than that, I have no suggestions.