Maintenance; Operation - The Handy THS80 Instruction Manual

MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATE
Maintenance spray or multi-purpose grease can be applied to the wheel axle prior to long-term
storage. Oiling is not necessary.
GEARBOX
DO NOT open the gearbox. The gears are permanently lubricated from the factory.
CHECK TYRE INFLATION
Prior to using the Spreader, ensure the tyres are sufficiently inflated. We recommend the use of
FOOT or HAND inflation devices only. Do not inflate above 25psi.
CLEANING
After each use thoroughly wash the spreader and clean material out of the hopper.
STORING
Never allow material to stay in the hopper for extended periods of time. Before storing, ensure that
the spreader is clean and dry. Store indoors or in a protected area during severe weather and in the
winter months.
CHECK ALL NUTS, BOLTS AND FASTENING
Periodically check all fastenings are tight & secure.
NEVER EXCEED LOAD CAPACITY
To avoid damaging the spreader, never exceed the rated load capacity of 36kg (80lbs).

OPERATION

DANGER
The product must only be put into operation if no defects are found. It is crucial that any
defective parts are replaced before the product is used again.
Check the safety equipment and the safe condition of the product.
Check all parts to make sure that they fit tightly.
Check whether there are any visible defects: broken parts, cracks, etc.
DANGER
DO NOT EXCEED THE EQUIPMENT MAXIMUM LOAD CAPACITY OF 36KG
Before filling the hopper, familiarise yourself with the operation of this Spreader.
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The Spreader is designed to be pushed at 3 miles per hour – brisk walking pace. The rate of
walking will affect the spread pattern and flow rate.

Move the Wing Nut attached to the stop bolt on the gauge to the relevant setting.

Start pushing the Spreader forward & pull the control lever back to the stop bolt, opening the
feed-gate hole at the bottom of the hopper.

If the Spreader does not spread evenly, ensure that the FRONT of the gearbox points towards
the front of the Spreader. The impellor must rotate clockwise.

Material which is stuck on the impellor blades will cause uneven spreading.

To stop spreading, push the gauge lever forward to close the feed-gate hole in the hopper.

Remove the agitator when using refined de-icing salt to reduce gearbox damage. Salt may
corrode the machine and reduce its working life. DO NOT USE ROCK SALT.

If fertiliser is accidentally deposited too heavily in a small area, soak the area thoroughly with a
garden hose or sprinkler to prevent burning the lawn.

When broadcasting weed control fertilisers, make sure the broadcast pattern does not hit
evergreen trees, flowers or shrubs.

Always use the rain cover in wet weather conditions to keep the hopper contents dry.