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The Handy THPLS Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
66cm (26") PUSH
LAWN SWEEPER
Model No: THPLS -- Product No: 193847002
ASSEMBLY REQUIRED
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SPARES & SUPPORT: 01793 333212
IMPORTANT
Please read & understand this manual, paying attention to the safety instructions, before use.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change the product specification & livery according to
continued product improvements.
Images used are for illustration purposes only.

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 66cm (26”) PUSH LAWN SWEEPER Model No: THPLS -- Product No: 193847002 ASSEMBLY REQUIRED SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SPARES & SUPPORT: 01793 333212 IMPORTANT Please read & understand this manual, paying attention to the safety instructions, before use. The manufacturer reserves the right to change the product specification & livery according to continued product improvements.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SPECIFICATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS KNOW YOUR PRODUCT ASSEMBLY OPERATION & ADJUSTMENT MAINTENANCE STORAGE PARTS DIAGRAM & LIST ASSEMBLY IS REQUIRED This product requires assembly before use. See the “Assembly” section for instructions. Please check that all parts required for the assembly of this spreader are included. If for any reason, you believe a part for the assembly is missing or damaged, please contact us.

  • Page 4: Specification

    SPECIFICATION The manufacturer reserves the right to change the product specification and livery according to continued product improvements. Model THPLS Product Number 193847002 Hopper Dimensions (mm) 600 x 560 x 650 Product Dimensions (mm) 1240 x 830 x 770 Wheel Size (mm)

  • Page 5: General Safety Instructions

    GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels affixed to the product. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards. Retain these instructions for future reference. The operator is responsible for following the warnings & instructions in this manual and on the product.
  • Page 6 DRESS PROPERLY Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, scarfs, neckties or jewellery (rings, wrist watches), which can be caught in moving parts. Protective electrically non-conductive gloves and non-skid heavy duty footwear are highly recommended when working. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Always wear safety glasses/goggles and/or face shields.

  • Page 7: Know Your Product

    KNOW YOUR PRODUCT Read this owner’s manual before operating the equipment. Familiarise yourself with the location and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference. 1. Handle – Pushes and moves the sweeper easily. 2. Hopper Bag – Do not exceed the rated load capacity 200 litres. 3.

  • Page 8: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Read and follow all instructions for assembly and operation. Failure to assemble this equipment correctly, could result in serious injury to the user, bystanders, or cause equipment damage. Take all parts out of the carton and inspect components to ensure there are no missing pieces, before starting to assemble the push lawn sweeper, following steps 1 through 5.
  • Page 9 STEP 1 - INSTALL SUPPORT LEGS TO SWEEPER HOUSING Attach the support leg to the sweeper assembly and secure with M6 x 30 carriage bolt and M6 nylon lock nut (Fig. 1). Do not fully tighten yet. Repeat for the other side. STEP 2 - ATTACH HANDLE TO SUPPORT LEGS Assemble the handle frame to the support legs.
  • Page 10 Secure the support legs & handle frame with two M6 x 30 carriage bolts, bag rod clips, flat washers, lock washers, and handle knobs (Fig. 3). Fully tighten all hardware in steps 1 & 2. STEP 3 - ATTACH BAG ROD CLIPS Put two bag rod clips on the inside of each support leg, secure with M6 x 30 carriage bolt, a flat washer, a lock washer, and a handle knob (Fig.
  • Page 11 STEP 4 - ASSEMBLE HOPPER BAG HARDWARE Slide the long bag rod through the top of the hopper bag along the stitched area. Slide the short bag rod through the bottom of the hopper bag along the stitched area. (Fig. 5). STEP 5 - ATTACH HOPPER BAG TO SWEEPER Place the hopper bag assembly on the sweeper &...

  • Page 12: Operation & Adjustment

    OPERATION / ADJUSTMENT DANGER The product must only be put into operation if no defects are found. It is crucial that defective parts are replaced before the product is used again. Check the safety equipment & 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.
  • Page 13 Adjust the brush scale according to the height of handle position. Lock the height lock by turning the locking knob clockwise. Scale Handle Position (cm) BASIC SWEEPING METHOD Push sweeper forward at normal walking speed; it does not operate when pulled backwards. NOTE: Always mow the grass to an even height before sweeping for best results collecting grass.

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE CLEANING After each use, empty and clean the hopper. Rinse/dry inside and outside of the sweeper after each use. STORING Before storing, ensure that the machine is clean and dry. Store in a dry or protected area and coat exposed metal with a glossy enamel spray paint to touch up scratched or worn painted areas.
  • Page 15 Remove the circlip on the gear, the gear can be taken off easily (Fig. 11). Clean the gear and lubricate the shaft as needed, then reassemble the wheel in a reverse sequence. BRUSH REPLACEMENT Before replacing the brush, remove the hopper bag from the sweeper, and flip the sweeper over. Remove all the nuts and bolts on the brush retainers, used for securing the brushes (Fig.
  • Page 16 Insert new brushes between the long brush & the short brush retainers; fix with M6 nuts and hex bolts (Fig. 14). Fit the brush assembly onto the brush shaft; fix with a M5 nut and a M5 bolt (Fig. 15). Repeat the steps to install the remaining brush.

  • Page 17: Storage

    NOTE: The two sets of brushes should remain vertical to each other after assembly, as shown (Fig. 16). STORAGE Store indoors or in protected area during severe weather and winter months. Never allow anything left in the hopper bag to remain for an extended period of time. Before storing, make sure the sweeper is dry and clean.

  • Page 18: Parts Diagram & List

    PARTS DIAGRAM NOTE: Parts Lists are supplied for information purposes only, not all parts are stocked individually & we recommend you contact our Spares Team on 01793 333212 for expert advice.
  • Page 19 PARTS LIST HANDY PART REF# HANDY PART NO. DESCRIPTION REF# DESCRIPTION TH231- TH231-N28000032 Plastic Cover for Wheel Cushion Washer NS260000014 TH231- TH231- Back Ring Ø16 Pinion Gear R.H. 930416000FH N28000012 TH231- TH231- Flat Washer Ø16 Housing Assembly 930716000DX NS260010000 TH231- TH231- Bushing Carriage Bolt M8×55...
  • Page 20 GJ HANDY & CO LTD USER WARRANTY POLICY Users Statement of Warranty Each new machine is warranted against defective material or assembly of material under normal usage. The warranty applies to the original purchaser and covers faulty parts and the labour involved in replacing and repairing those parts, which are of original manufacture.
  • Page 21 GJ HANDY & CO LTD USER WARRANTY POLICY Not covered by this warranty a) The warranty policy does not cover any depreciation or damages caused by ordinary wear, rusting or corrosion, lack of correct maintenance or operation, misuse, abuse, lack of transportation or accident.
  • Page 22 NOTES...

  • Page 24: Tel: 01793 333212

    For spares or support of your Handy product, please contact us: Tel: 01793 333212 (Mon – Fri 8.00am to 5.30pm excl. Bank Holidays) Email: customerservice@handydistribution.co.uk To see our range of garden machinery & equipment visit: www.thehandy.co.uk Making gardening easier & affordable since 1938 Distributed by Handy Distribution, Murdock Road, Dorcan, Swindon, SN3 5HY...

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