New Production Line for Factory

A new production line has been installed at the factory to assemble all of the non-collection models, MB and MH, plus the MS14. This move consolidated two production lines used previously into one line with increased output capacity for all of these models. The design of racking and storage bins along the production line optimizes the flow of component parts into assembly; enhanced lighting was added to boost workplace comfort and efficiency.

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Two Recall Bulletins Issued

  1. Recall Bulletin #15243, issued February 2015, affecting all Model MB S/N 11-113438 thru 14-128728, replacing transmission cooling fans. Compliance with this bulletin is strongly recommended due to possible derailment of the transmission drive belt and unexpected free-wheeling and loss of ground drive and steering.
  2. Recall Bulletin #15247, issued May 2015, affecting Model MS14 S/N 14-127922 thru 15-133902, adding belt guide to PTO drive belt. Compliance with this bulletin is strongly recommended to give complete disengagement of the PTO drive belt and to improve braking action of PTO blade drive with the blade clutch disengaged.

All owners of affected units are encouraged to have their machines upgraded free of charge by contacting their local dealer.

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Reverse-Rotation 42” GHS Deck Available

Walker is introducing the DC42R deck with reverse-rotation cutting blades which offers smooth cutting in the blade overlap area and good clog resistance. With the addition of the 42” deck using the reverse-rotation blade design, all four of the Walker GHS decks sizes from 36” to 52” are now available in the reverse-rotation configuration. The standard-rotation GHS decks continue to be available in the 42” and 48” deck sizes for operators who prefer the original deck design.

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Walker News for January 2016

In this issue we reveal a new Model D video, check out the seasons Walker road tour, and give an inside look at updates happening at the factory.
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Walker News for December 2015

In this issue we spread a little holiday cheer with our 2016 Calendar, read Bob Walker's year in review letter, and see the new Walker Model T In-Depth video.
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How to Meet the Labor Challenge With Retirees

Back in 2008, Walker Talk volume 33 ran a story on Ralph Anderson, the owner of Anderson Lawn Care in Wyanet, Illinois. The title of the story was “Age is No Barrier for This Mowing Contractor”, and it still isn’t. Anderson is 83 years old and going strong.

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