I was wondering if there is any easy way to move the debris to a bag or is it hard to keep bag open?
1109610
I own the Rake and Go Leaf Cart from Ames but have not used it yet as the Fall leaf collection in my area hasn't arrived. In my town, leaves are swept onto the street and picked up there without the need for bags so I can't specifically address your concerns. After looking at this cart, I suspect that it will work nicely for my use. Up till now, I have used the method of raking leaves onto a tarp and then dragging the tarp to the street so this cart method (with wheels) will hopefully prove to be infinitely better.
1109611
We live at the edge of the woods, so we just wheel the Rake and Go into the woods to dump it. Absolutely love the product, makes leaf collecting much easier. I also use it for transporting downed branches, etc. all year long.
1109612
I only have to move the leaves to the street, but I would open bag lay it on the ground and rake the leave in.
1109613
No. This cart is for collecting leaves easily and moving them to a mulch pile, landscapers trailer, or leaf pile in the street for collection.
1109614
I either empty the Rake & Go onto the street, or onto a tarp, and then into a garbage bag. The Rake & Go is a great piece of equipment. We use it all year long.
1109615
It is indeed hard to move the debris to a bag. We're fortunate to be able to dump our fall leaves (by the gross) at the curb and the city picks them up with vacuum machines and/or front loaders. In lieu of that, I would suggest a large trash can in which you can place the plastic bag and drape it over the edges of the trash can. Just make sure the two match up size wise. You can lay the bag on the ground and rake the leaves into it. The larger the bag, the better. Good Luck.
1109616
My wife and i love this product, easy to use, stays open by itself!! Holds a bunch of leaves, easy to transport and dump!
638986
Just Kidding. You can make the lid stay open. I did this morning when I changed the bag.
952961
Well, I had an extra small one so I put a throw pillow in it and tried to roll out the air, and I think you can do it that way. The valve is kind of in the middle of the bag, so you'd have to roll it from both ends. It may not be quite as efficient as using a vacuum, but it can be done.
440725
I use 30gal tie bags with Bag Buddy. Love this product. tip...Stand on one side of frame when loading and unloading bag. Pull other side into you toload or unload bag. Drop bag, pull tie, and remove bag. I use a little red toy wagon to move leaf bags from one place to another.
116622
Gently twist it into a figure 8 while applying pressure from the bottom and the top. Have the bag ready to slide it in once it's flat and slide it into the bag at least half-way before it pops up again. I hope this is helpful. It's a challenge, then it's easy.
400115
Hi, There is a brief video on this dust collector on You Tube in which the method for removing the top bag is shown. The same method is used for removing the bottom bag. You have to make sure the top of the bag is completely draped over the hoop (3-4 inches) to ensure a good seal. A tip is to purchase a cyclone chip separator such as the Oneida Super Dust Deputy and place it in line with the Delta. Since I did this two years ago I have never had to change the lower bag. The separator catches almost everything and is easy to empty when full. Another tip is to always wear a protective mask when emptying dust bags or separators. This very fine dust can kill you if you breathe enough of it! Hi, There is a brief video on this dust collector on You Tube in which the method for removing the top bag is shown. The same method is used for removing the bottom bag. You have to make sure the top of the bag is completely draped over the hoop (3-4 inches) to ensure a good seal. A tip is to purchase a cyclone chip separator such as the Oneida Super Dust Deputy and place it in line with the Delta. Since I did this two years ago I have never had to change the lower bag. The separator catches almost everything and is easy to empty when full. Another tip is to always wear a protective mask... » Read More Hi, There is a brief video on this dust collector on You Tube in which the method for removing the top bag is shown. The same method is used for removing the bottom bag. You have to make sure the top of the bag is completely draped over the hoop (3-4 inches) to ensure a good seal. A tip is to purchase a cyclone chip separator such as the Oneida Super Dust Deputy and place it in line with the Delta. Since I did this two years ago I have never had to change the lower bag. The separator catches almost everything and is easy to empty when full. Another tip is to always wear a protective mask when emptying dust bags or separators. This very fine dust can kill you if you breathe enough of it! « Show Less
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I think you could make it work. When it came I believe the bag it was rolled into was already 75" wide and was rolled tightly length wise. With that being the case, I think it might be hard to open it in place (which would be ideal). It is pretty squishy, but like someone else said it is bulky and heavy. I think you could do it, but you will likely be cursing the whole time.
1477671
Open canister. Tip air inlet flange (plastic flap with circular opening) toward the front. Slide the cardboard piece attached to the bag into the slot on flap, lining up the holes. Tip flap back into position with bag attached. Spread out bag slightly and gently. Close canister securely. I've had no issues - works perfectly.
1366596
I usually use a trash bag...just put the round litter pan inside the trash bag and then to change it pull the bag of inside out...no mess, no fuss.
358758
I managed to stuff it back in the bag in about 5 minutes. Just start at one end and keep punching it down into the bag, removing the air as you go. There is no way to roll it or fold it and then put it in the bag.
1695622
It's very simple, I love it! You pull off the top that is attached over the bag, lift the bag out, fold it and put it in the trash. To put the new one on is just as easy!
2220749
You pull the bag down, and then knot it at the bottom of the bag. When you need to change the bag, you pull down on the top of the bag so that you will be able to make a knot at the top to keep the bag closed. Hope this helps. You can also go on You tube, to see how it looks when the bag is changed.
962906
Just twist the bag off & use sander without it. Dust will shoot out for sure, so you may want to sand outdoors. It does a great job.
1431820
i have bins on the back of my tractor, I simply tie the bag arround it . the bag is almost like asynch sack. vey simply. i used it last year for my leaves for 3/4 of an acre and emptied it 3 times. great
1871587
Keep the materials in the little bag, as the rodents will chew through it. We lifted our garbage can "shed" up and threw a few underneath, as we knew that dogs/pets would be unable to get to the bags. A Week later the bags were all torn with the pellets mostly gone..
1451403
I just took the easy way out and cut the top of the bag off. Didn't want to struggle with the manufacturer's way of doing it. I was going to pour it into a plastic container anyway, so not concerned with keeping the bag intact.
205074
I would love if the seller could provide instructions or at least some helpful tips. Love the product, but it is definitely a struggle to figure out how to correctly put it back in the bag.