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1)

DO NOT allow any person to operate the 

hydraulic log splitter without first reading 

and understanding the owners manual. 

Also read and understand the engine 

manual. Know the operating controls and how to stop 

the machine quickly in an emergency.
2)  NEVER allow children or untrained adults to 

operate the hydraulic log splitter
3)  ALWAYS wear 

protective clothing when 

operating the hydraulic 

logsplitter. This includes, but is not limited to; safety 

glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel capped boots and 

hearing protection. Never wear loose fitting clothes 

or jewellery when operating the hydraulic logsplitter. 

Keep all clothing away from moving parts. 

Items could become caught in the machine, 

resulting in injury.
4)  ALWAYS operate the hydraulic logsplitter in a  

well-lighted area
5)  NEVER operate the hydraulic 

logsplitter on a slippery, wet, muddy, or 

icy surfaces. ALWAYS keep your work 

area clear of debris.
6) 

allow bystanders near the hydraulic 

logsplitter.  OPERATING  THIS  MACHINE       

 

IS A SINGLE PERSON OPERATION. It 

is the operator’s responsibility to keep 

bystanders and animals at a minimum of 

6 metres (18 feet) away from the hydraulic logsplitter 

while in operation.
7) NEVER operate the hydraulic logsplitter when 

fatigued. ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while 

operating the hydraulic logspllitter take a break. If 

you have any type of physical or mental condition 

that may be aggravated by strenuous work, check 

with your physician before you operate this machine. 

NEVER operate the hydraulic logsplitter under the 

influence of medication, alcohol or drugs.
8) 

NEVER step over the hydraulic log splitter 

when it is operation – walk around the 

hydraulic logsplitter to get around to the 

other side

9)  

place your hands or fingers 

between the end of the log / wood 

and the headstock

place your hands or fingers 

between the end of the log / wood and the splitting head

position the log by placing your hands or fingers at the  

end of the log / wood.

Position the log by placing a hand on the top of the log / 

wood as close to the centre of the log / wood as possible.  

NEVER have your hands or fingers close to the headstock 

or splitting head while the machine is in operation. Remove 

hand completely from the log / wood once the splitting head 

engages the log / wood.
10) NEVER overspeed the engine or alter the governor 

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will shorten 

engine life

11)  

NEVER operate the hydraulic logsplitter in 

an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains 

carbon monoxide, an odourless and tasteless 

poison that can kill.

12) NEVER leave this machine unattended while the 

engine is running.
13)  

ALWAYS STOP the engine immediately if a 

hydraulic leak occurs. NEVER operate this 

machine with frayed, kinked, cracked or 

damaged hoses, fittings, or tubing.

14)  

ALWAYS STOP the engine and disconnect the 

spark plug lead(s) and allow the engine to cool 

down (Minimum 5 minutes)

15) 

ALWAYS 

  

• Turn Off Engine: • Allow Engine To Cool

•  Minimum 5 Minutes

•  USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY

•  Use Clean, fresh unleaded fuel

•  Do-Not over-fill fuel tank

•  Allow space for fuel expansion

•  Allow no naked flame or hot material in 

refuelling area

•  Do not smoke near the log splitter

•  Use only approved fuel containers and 

funnels. Remember, fuel is a potential hazard

• 

Refer to engine owners manual for  

full details

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HLS USERS

HLS HYDRAULIC LOG 

SPLITTER OPERATING 

INSTRUCTIONS

USE COMMON SENSE 

AND PLENTY OF IT

TRANSPORT

WARNING make sure that the hydraulic lifting platform 

is in the highest position (inside the mudguard) and 

secured with retaining pin to the headstock before 

towing. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TOW THIS MACHINE 

WITHOUT THE LIFTING TABLE BEING SECURED TO 

THE HEADSTOCK IN THE UPRIGHT 

POSITION.

DO NOT exceed 80kms (50mph) per hour 

when towing this machine. Make sure that 

the trailer coupling is secure and lights are operating 

properly.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL TOWING 
THIS LOGSPLITTER TO MAKE SURE THEY HAVE 
SECURED THE MACHINE PROPERLY TO THE TOW 
VEHICLE.

 

BEFORE USE

Perform a thorough and complete visual inspection of the 

hydraulic log splitter.

Always keep your work area clear and free of debris.

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SAFETY  INSTRUCTIONS FOR RH918 USERS

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

TRANSPORT

BEFORE USE

1)

DO NOT allow any person operate the
rotary hoe without first reading and
understanding the safety 

instructions

 and

operating instructions.

2)

NEVER allow children to operate the rotary hoe.

8)

ALWAYS make certain the Tyne Control Lever is
set at neutral while loading and unloading the
rotary hoe, or moving to and away from working area.

9)

NEVER run the machine in reverse while the tynes
are rotating. Always move the tyne control lever to
“OFF” before reversing the wheels.

11) DO NOT leave the machine unattended while the

engine is running.

12) DO NOT overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will
shorten engine life.

13)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe in an
enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odourless and
tasteless poison.

14)

STOP the engine and disconnect the
spark plug lead(s) and allow engine to 
cool before inspecting or performing
maintenance on the rotary hoe.

15)

1)

REFUELLING 
* Shut off the engine. DO NOT REFUEL
  AN ENGINE WHILE OPERATING!
* Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes
USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.
  Use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.
* Do not over-fill fuel tank.  Allow space
   for fuel expansion.

10)

NEVER operate the unit without the safety
guards in place and in working order. Keep 
the unit well maintained and in good 
working order.

4)

ALWAYS use the rotary
hoe in a well lighted area.

7)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe when fatigued.
ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while
operating the rotary hoe, take a break. If you have
any type of physical or mental condition that may
be aggravated by strenuous work, consult with
your physician before you operate this equipment.
NEVER operate the rotary hoe under the influence
of medication, alcohol or drugs.

6)

DO NOT allow other persons near the
rotary hoe. It is up to the operator to keep
bystanders and animals a minimum of 6

5)

 

                          

ALWAYS 

operate the rotary

 

                          hoe on level ground only. 

 

                          Police the area before rotary 

hoeing. Remove any foreign objects in the digging 
area - bricks, rocks, wire and sticks. Locate and mark
any sprinkler heads, water pipes, gas lines, 
electrical and telephone cables or any other hazard
either below or above ground.

3)

ALWAYS wear protective clothing when operating
the rotary hoe. This includes, but is not limited to;
safety glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel capped 
boots and hearing protection. NEVER wear loose 
fitting clothing or jewellery when operating the 
rotary hoe. Keep all clothing away from moving
parts. Items could become caught in the machine,
resulting in injury.

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP
THE ROTARY HOE QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

metres (20’) away from the machine while in
operation. 

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, 

FEET AND BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DIGGING ZONE WHILE 

ENGINE IS RUNNING.

                

* Do not smoke.

                * Allow no naked flame or hot material in refuelling area.
                  * Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.
                    Remember, fuel is a potential hazard                                            .  

Be sure Tyne Control Lever is set to “Neutral”
while loading and unloading the rotary hoe
and when moving to or from jobsite.

Ensure that all grass and weeds have been cut
as low as possible.

2)

If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard
ground conditions, it is recommended to water
the area thoroughly and allow sufficient time 
for earth to soften.

3)

Police the area. Remove any
foreign objects from the area.

4)

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,
gas pipes, telephone cables etc.

“The Right Way to Rent”

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

SAFETY  INSTRUCTIONS FOR RH918 USERS

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

TRANSPORT

BEFORE USE

1)

DO NOT allow any person operate the
rotary hoe without first reading and
understanding the safety 

instructions

 and

operating instructions.

2)

NEVER allow children to operate the rotary hoe.

8)

ALWAYS make certain the Tyne Control Lever is
set at neutral while loading and unloading the
rotary hoe, or moving to and away from working area.

9)

NEVER run the machine in reverse while the tynes
are rotating. Always move the tyne control lever to
“OFF” before reversing the wheels.

11) DO NOT leave the machine unattended while the

engine is running.

12) DO NOT overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will
shorten engine life.

13)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe in an
enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odourless and
tasteless poison.

14)

STOP the engine and disconnect the
spark plug lead(s) and allow engine to 
cool before inspecting or performing
maintenance on the rotary hoe.

15)

1)

REFUELLING 
* Shut off the engine. DO NOT REFUEL
  AN ENGINE WHILE OPERATING!
* Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes
USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.
  Use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.
* Do not over-fill fuel tank.  Allow space
   for fuel expansion.

10)

NEVER operate the unit without the safety
guards in place and in working order. Keep 
the unit well maintained and in good 
working order.

4)

ALWAYS use the rotary
hoe in a well lighted area.

7)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe when fatigued.
ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while
operating the rotary hoe, take a break. If you have
any type of physical or mental condition that may
be aggravated by strenuous work, consult with
your physician before you operate this equipment.
NEVER operate the rotary hoe under the influence
of medication, alcohol or drugs.

6)

DO NOT allow other persons near the
rotary hoe. It is up to the operator to keep
bystanders and animals a minimum of 6

5)

 

                          

ALWAYS 

operate the rotary

 

                          hoe on level ground only. 

 

                          Police the area before rotary 

hoeing. Remove any foreign objects in the digging 
area - bricks, rocks, wire and sticks. Locate and mark
any sprinkler heads, water pipes, gas lines, 
electrical and telephone cables or any other hazard
either below or above ground.

3)

ALWAYS wear protective clothing when operating
the rotary hoe. This includes, but is not limited to;
safety glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel capped 
boots and hearing protection. NEVER wear loose 
fitting clothing or jewellery when operating the 
rotary hoe. Keep all clothing away from moving
parts. Items could become caught in the machine,
resulting in injury.

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP
THE ROTARY HOE QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

metres (20’) away from the machine while in
operation. 

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, 

FEET AND BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DIGGING ZONE WHILE 

ENGINE IS RUNNING.

                

* Do not smoke.

                * Allow no naked flame or hot material in refuelling area.
                  * Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.
                    Remember, fuel is a potential hazard                                            .  

Be sure Tyne Control Lever is set to “Neutral”
while loading and unloading the rotary hoe
and when moving to or from jobsite.

Ensure that all grass and weeds have been cut
as low as possible.

2)

If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard
ground conditions, it is recommended to water
the area thoroughly and allow sufficient time 
for earth to soften.

3)

Police the area. Remove any
foreign objects from the area.

4)

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,
gas pipes, telephone cables etc.

“The Right Way to Rent”

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

MAXIMUM ANGLE  
OF OPERATION

DO NOT EXCEED  
15º ANGLE

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HT912 USERS

INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT

 allow any person to operate the

hydraulic trencher without first reading and

understanding the safety instructions and

NEVER

 allow children to operate the hydraulic trencher.

ALWAYS

 use hydraulic trencher in a well lighted area.

ALWAYS

 make certain that all control clutches are in

the “disengaged” position prior to starting the engine.

The safety clutch lever/Operator Presence Control on

the left handlebar is for operator protection. 

DO NOT

tape down or otherwise bypass this Safety Device.

NEVER

 wear loose fitting clothing or jewellery when

operating the hydraulic trencher. Keep all clothing

away from moving parts. Item could become

caught in the machine, resulting in injury.

ALWAYS

 wear protective

clothing when operating

the hydraulic trencher.

This includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, hard hat

loose fitting gloves, steel capped boots and hearing protection.

operating instructions. 

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND

HOW TO STOP THE HYDRAULIC TRENCHER QUICKLY

IN AN EMERGENCY.

1)

2)

3)

4)

Police the area before trenching. Remove any foreign

objects in the digging area eg bricks, rocks, wire and

sticks. Locate and mark any sprinkler heads, water

pipes, gas lines, electrical and telephone cables or any

other hazard either below or above ground.

5)

DO NOT 

leave the machine unattended while the engine

is running. 

DO NOT

 park on incline or park

perpendicular to slope. 

DO NOT

 freewheel down incline.

7)

DO NOT 

overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will

shorten engine life 

8)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher when fatigued.

ALWAYS BE ALERT! 

If you get tired while operating

the hydraulic trencher, take a break. If you have any

type of physical or mental condition that may be

aggravated by strenuous work, consult with your

physician before you operate this equipment. 

NEVER

operate the hydraulic trencher under the influence of

medication, alcohol or drugs.

9)

NEVER 

operate the unit without the safety

guards in place and in working order. Keep

the unit well maintained and in good working order

Remove the hydraulic trencher from its

trailer. Use caution.

Police the area. Remove any

foreign objects from the area.

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,

gas pipes, telephone cables, etc.

IGNITION:

 Must be in “ON” position to start. “OFF”

to stop.

ENGINE:

 Throttle cable controls engine speed.

Operate at full throttle (all the way forward).

WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL LEVER:

 Controls wheel

speed forward or reverse after clutch lever is engaged.

DIGGING BOOM CONTROL LEVER:

 Raises and lowers

the digging boom.

DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL LEVER:

 must be in “ON”

position BEFORE clutch lever is depressed in order

to start chain in motion. Chain moves in a forward

direction after clutch lever is engaged.

SAFETY CLUTCH LEVER/OPERATOR PRESENCE 

CONTROL:

 (At left handle grip) Activates WHEEL

DRIVE and DIGGING CHAIN controls when depressed.

Stops all motion when released.

FORWARD/REVERSE DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL 

LEVER:

 Allows manual operation of chain in forward

or reverse rotation to dislodge objects or dig difficult

terrain. (This control can be used with the clutch lever

released.) To reverse chain, DIGGING CHAIN control

must be in “OFF” position.

Familiarize yourself with the hydraulic

trencher and its controls.

10)

1)

1)

2)

1)

Free Wheel Hub Feature

 - Operation:

Pull one free wheeling pin slightly, using the split

ring. Rotate the pin until the 3mm (1/8”) diameter roll

pin aligns with the slot in the mounting plate. Allow

the pin to slide through the slot. Repeat for the other

wheel. Roll the trencher until each pin drops into a

hole in the hub. The wheel hubs are now locked.

Reverse the procedure to unlock the wheels.

2)

DO NOT 

allow other persons near the hydraulic

trencher. It is up to the operator to keep

bystanders and animals a minimum of 6 metres

(20ft) away from the machine while in operation.

12)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher in an

enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odourless and tasteless poison.

13)

WARNING: 

Hydraulic oil is under extreme

pressure and can get under skin and burn

or poison. Check for leaks with cardboard.

14)

STOP 

the engine and disconnect the spark

plug lead(s) and allow engine to cool before

inspecting or performing maintenance on

the hydraulic trencher.

15)

REFUELLING 

* Shut off engine. 

DO NOT REFUEL AN ENGINE

   WHILE OPERATING!

*  Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes

* Do not smoke. *Allow no naked flame

  or hot material in refuelling area.

* Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.

  Remember, fuel is a potential hazard.

*  Do not over-fill fuel tank. Allow space for

   fuel expansion.

*  

USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY. Use clean,

   fresh unleaded fuel.

*  

Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.

16)

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, FEET AND BODY

AWAY FROM THE DIGGING CHAIN AND OTHER

MOVING PARTS WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

11)

ALWAYS

 operate

hydraulic trencher

on level ground only.

6)

MAXIMUM

ANGLE OF

OPERATION

DO NOT EXCEED 15

º

 ANGLE

BEFORE USE

OPERATION

TRANSPORT

80

KPH

50

MPH

SAFETY  INSTRUCTIONS FOR RH918 USERS

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

TRANSPORT

BEFORE USE

1)

DO NOT allow any person operate the
rotary hoe without first reading and
understanding the safety 

instructions

 and

operating instructions.

2)

NEVER allow children to operate the rotary hoe.

8)

ALWAYS make certain the Tyne Control Lever is
set at neutral while loading and unloading the
rotary hoe, or moving to and away from working area.

9)

NEVER run the machine in reverse while the tynes
are rotating. Always move the tyne control lever to
“OFF” before reversing the wheels.

11) DO NOT leave the machine unattended while the

engine is running.

12) DO NOT overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will
shorten engine life.

13)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe in an
enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odourless and
tasteless poison.

14)

STOP the engine and disconnect the
spark plug lead(s) and allow engine to 
cool before inspecting or performing
maintenance on the rotary hoe.

15)

1)

REFUELLING 
* Shut off the engine. DO NOT REFUEL
  AN ENGINE WHILE OPERATING!
* Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes
USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.
  Use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.
* Do not over-fill fuel tank.  Allow space
   for fuel expansion.

10)

NEVER operate the unit without the safety
guards in place and in working order. Keep 
the unit well maintained and in good 
working order.

4)

ALWAYS use the rotary
hoe in a well lighted area.

7)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe when fatigued.
ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while
operating the rotary hoe, take a break. If you have
any type of physical or mental condition that may
be aggravated by strenuous work, consult with
your physician before you operate this equipment.
NEVER operate the rotary hoe under the influence
of medication, alcohol or drugs.

6)

DO NOT allow other persons near the
rotary hoe. It is up to the operator to keep
bystanders and animals a minimum of 6

5)

 

                          

ALWAYS 

operate the rotary

 

                          hoe on level ground only. 

 

                          Police the area before rotary 

hoeing. Remove any foreign objects in the digging 
area - bricks, rocks, wire and sticks. Locate and mark
any sprinkler heads, water pipes, gas lines, 
electrical and telephone cables or any other hazard
either below or above ground.

3)

ALWAYS wear protective clothing when operating
the rotary hoe. This includes, but is not limited to;
safety glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel capped 
boots and hearing protection. NEVER wear loose 
fitting clothing or jewellery when operating the 
rotary hoe. Keep all clothing away from moving
parts. Items could become caught in the machine,
resulting in injury.

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP
THE ROTARY HOE QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

metres (20’) away from the machine while in
operation. 

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, 

FEET AND BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DIGGING ZONE WHILE 

ENGINE IS RUNNING.

                

* Do not smoke.

                * Allow no naked flame or hot material in refuelling area.
                  * Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.
                    Remember, fuel is a potential hazard                                            .  

Be sure Tyne Control Lever is set to “Neutral”
while loading and unloading the rotary hoe
and when moving to or from jobsite.

Ensure that all grass and weeds have been cut
as low as possible.

2)

If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard
ground conditions, it is recommended to water
the area thoroughly and allow sufficient time 
for earth to soften.

3)

Police the area. Remove any
foreign objects from the area.

4)

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,
gas pipes, telephone cables etc.

“The Right Way to Rent”

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

3)

a.

Move the fuel valve

lever to ON

position. 

a.

Put Wheel Drive Lever in neutral.

 

c.

Have engine at full throttle (forward).

 

d.

Hold Digging Chain Control Lever in On position.

 

e.

Squeeze the safety Clutch Lever/Operator Presence Control.

f.

Slowly lower the digging boom until the desired trench

depth is achieved using the Digging Boom Control Lever.

g.

Put Wheel Drive Control Lever in reverse. Start at low speed.

h.

a.

Adjust the wheel speed until a workable speed is reached

Use a very slow speed for trenching and adjust f

o

r soil

conditions as necessary. If objects such as rocks or roots

jam in the chain, release the Safety Clutch Lever/Operator

Presence Control, then reverse the chain to dislodge the

debris. If necessary move the trencher forward a few

inches and trench the area again.

Shut off switch on

c

o

nsole should be

used, not shut off

switch on engine.

b.

Turn the engine switch

to the OFF position.

c.

Turn the fuel

valve lever to the

OFF position

1)

Allow machine to cool down. Wash mud and dirt off  of

the hydraulic trencher. Ensure no water enters the

carburettor

2)

Remove any objects that may have wrapped around

the trencher chain or assembly.

b.

Be sure both hubs are engaged (turn hub lock handle

clockwise). (See Free Wheel Hub Feature)

b.

To start a cold

engine, move the

choke lever or choke

rod (applicable

types) to the 

CLOSED

position.

 

To restart a

warm engine,

leave the choke lever or choke rod in the OPEN  position.

c.

Move the

throttle lever

away from the

MIN position,

about 1/3 of the

way toward the 

MAX position.

d.

Turning the engine switch

to the ON position.

RECOIL STARTER

Pull the starter grip lightly

until you feel resistance,

then pull briskly.

Return the starter

grip gently.

STARTING THE ENGINE: 

5)

TRENCHING PROCEDURE:

6)

STOPPING THE ENGINE:

WARNING -  KEEP HANDS AND FEET CLEAR

OF TRENCHING CHAIN AND OTHER MOVING

PARTS AT ALL TIMES!

WARNING! - In case of difficulty, release the

Safety Clutch Lever/Operator Presence Control

All trenching action stops. Turn the Engine

Stop button to STOP located either side on the

main control console or the engine.

4)

a.

Start and warm up engine.

 

b.

Put Wheel Drive Control Lever in neutral.

 

c.

One wheel hub may be disengaged (free 

w

heeling)

for easier steering before driving machine to work

loccation. (See Wheel Hub Feature)

d.

Squeeze the safety Clutch Lever/Operator Presence

Control and change the Wheel Direction C

o

ntrol to

desired speed and direction.

e.

Adjust the wheel speed and navigate the trencher to the

starting position. The trencher is designed to dig toward

the operator (with the Wheel drive Control Lever in

reverse). With this in mind, position the machine to

start the trench.

 Note:

 When initially engagaing the

rotating chain into the ground, be aware that in the hard or

rocky ground the rotating trencher chain may

aggressively dig in and lurch forward. For this reason

make sure that theres is suf

fici

ent clearance from

structures, objects or people in front of the machine.

AFTER USE

Make sure t

hat there

 is 

s

ufficient clearance from

structures, objects or people in front of the machine

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P/N 1301-0066-A

Move the throttle lever

to the MIN position.

Some engine applications use a

remote-mounted throttle control

rather than the engine-

mounted lever shown here

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

GT5

GARDEN

TILLER

OPERATION OF GT622

1) Remove the garden tiller 

from its trailer/carrier/ute. Use caution.

2) Familiarize yourself with the machine and its

controls.

5) Ensure the tyne engagement control lever is in 

the neutral position. The tyne engagement 

control lever is located 
machine below handle bar. The neutral position 

on the left hand side of the 

of the lever is achieved by simply releasing the   

tyne engagement control lever.

4)

3) Adjust wheels if required, using the handle wheel

adjustment lever.

Adjust depth shoe if required, using the depth 
control adjustment lever.

6)

Open fuel shut-off valve. Set choke 

control to Choke or Start position. 
Set throttle control to Run or Fast

position. Set engine

stop switch to On or
Run position. Pull

starter cord rapidly.
Repeat (if necessary)

with choke off.

pull up on the tyne engagement control lever. 

The tynes will begin to turn. Release the tyne

7) When in position to begin garden tilling,

 engagement control lever to stop the tynes turning. 

Tyne speed is governed by engine throttle setting.

WARNING! – KEEP HANDS AND

FEET CLEAR OF TYNES AT ALL

TIMES!

8) Do not hurry the job. Proceed slowly and allow

the machine time to do the job. When ground

is extremely hard, reduce engine speed. Consider
watering the surface and reducing engine speed.
Adjust wheels and depth shoe accordingly while
tilling

WARNING! – IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY,

RELEASE THE TYNE ENGAGEMENT

CONTROL LEVER. ALL TILLING ACTION

STOPS. Turn the engine "STOP" switch 

to off located on the engine.

9) Stop Engine: Release the tyne engagement 

control lever. Move throttle to Slow position.  

Set engine stop switch to Stop or Off position. 

DO NOT move choke

position to stop engine.

Backfire or engine

damage may occur.

AFTER USE

1)

Turn fuel shut off valve to the "OFF"

position.

2)   Allow machine to cool down. 

3) Wash mud and dirt off of the garden tiller.

Ensure no water enters the carburettor.

4) Remove any weeds, wire, rope or other

material that may have wrapped around the

tynes and rotor assembly.

5) Return wheels and depth control handle to

transport position.

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Commer

“The Right Way to Rent”

cial Outdoor Power Equipment

control to Choke or Start

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HT912 USERS

INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT

 allow any person to operate the

hydraulic trencher without first reading and

understanding the safety instructions and

NEVER

 allow children to operate the hydraulic trencher.

ALWAYS

 use hydraulic trencher in a well lighted area.

ALWAYS

 make certain that all control clutches are in

the “disengaged” position prior to starting the engine.

The safety clutch lever/Operator Presence Control on

the left handlebar is for operator protection. 

DO NOT

tape down or otherwise bypass this Safety Device.

NEVER

 wear loose fitting clothing or jewellery when

operating the hydraulic trencher. Keep all clothing

away from moving parts. Item could become

caught in the machine, resulting in injury.

ALWAYS

 wear protective

clothing when operating

the hydraulic trencher.

This includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, hard hat

loose fitting gloves, steel capped boots and hearing protection.

operating instructions. 

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND

HOW TO STOP THE HYDRAULIC TRENCHER QUICKLY

IN AN EMERGENCY.

1)

2)

3)

4)

Police the area before trenching. Remove any foreign

objects in the digging area eg bricks, rocks, wire and

sticks. Locate and mark any sprinkler heads, water

pipes, gas lines, electrical and telephone cables or any

other hazard either below or above ground.

5)

DO NOT 

leave the machine unattended while the engine

is running. 

DO NOT

 park on incline or park

perpendicular to slope. 

DO NOT

 freewheel down incline.

7)

DO NOT 

overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will

shorten engine life 

8)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher when fatigued.

ALWAYS BE ALERT! 

If you get tired while operating

the hydraulic trencher, take a break. If you have any

type of physical or mental condition that may be

aggravated by strenuous work, consult with your

physician before you operate this equipment. 

NEVER

operate the hydraulic trencher under the influence of

medication, alcohol or drugs.

9)

NEVER 

operate the unit without the safety

guards in place and in working order. Keep

the unit well maintained and in good working order

Remove the hydraulic trencher from its

trailer. Use caution.

Police the area. Remove any

foreign objects from the area.

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,

gas pipes, telephone cables, etc.

IGNITION:

 Must be in “ON” position to start. “OFF”

to stop.

ENGINE:

 Throttle cable controls engine speed.

Operate at full throttle (all the way forward).

WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL LEVER:

 Controls wheel

speed forward or reverse after clutch lever is engaged.

DIGGING BOOM CONTROL LEVER:

 Raises and lowers

the digging boom.

DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL LEVER:

 must be in “ON”

position BEFORE clutch lever is depressed in order

to start chain in motion. Chain moves in a forward

direction after clutch lever is engaged.

SAFETY CLUTCH LEVER/OPERATOR PRESENCE 

CONTROL:

 (At left handle grip) Activates WHEEL

DRIVE and DIGGING CHAIN controls when depressed.

Stops all motion when released.

FORWARD/REVERSE DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL 

LEVER:

 Allows manual operation of chain in forward

or reverse rotation to dislodge objects or dig difficult

terrain. (This control can be used with the clutch lever

released.) To reverse chain, DIGGING CHAIN control

must be in “OFF” position.

Familiarize yourself with the hydraulic

trencher and its controls.

10)

1)

1)

2)

1)

Free Wheel Hub Feature

 - Operation:

Pull one free wheeling pin slightly, using the split

ring. Rotate the pin until the 3mm (1/8”) diameter roll

pin aligns with the slot in the mounting plate. Allow

the pin to slide through the slot. Repeat for the other

wheel. Roll the trencher until each pin drops into a

hole in the hub. The wheel hubs are now locked.

Reverse the procedure to unlock the wheels.

2)

DO NOT 

allow other persons near the hydraulic

trencher. It is up to the operator to keep

bystanders and animals a minimum of 6 metres

(20ft) away from the machine while in operation.

12)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher in an

enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odourless and tasteless poison.

13)

WARNING: 

Hydraulic oil is under extreme

pressure and can get under skin and burn

or poison. Check for leaks with cardboard.

14)

STOP 

the engine and disconnect the spark

plug lead(s) and allow engine to cool before

inspecting or performing maintenance on

the hydraulic trencher.

15)

REFUELLING 

* Shut off engine. 

DO NOT REFUEL AN ENGINE

   WHILE OPERATING!

*  Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes

* Do not smoke. *Allow no naked flame

  or hot material in refuelling area.

* Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.

  Remember, fuel is a potential hazard.

*  Do not over-fill fuel tank. Allow space for

   fuel expansion.

*  

USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY. Use clean,

   fresh unleaded fuel.

*  

Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.

16)

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, FEET AND BODY

AWAY FROM THE DIGGING CHAIN AND OTHER

MOVING PARTS WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

11)

ALWAYS

 operate

hydraulic trencher

on level ground only.

6)

MAXIMUM

ANGLE OF

OPERATION

DO NOT EXCEED 15

º

 ANGLE

BEFORE USE

OPERATION

TRANSPORT

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HT912 USERS

INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT

 allow any person to operate the

hydraulic trencher without first reading and

understanding the safety instructions and

NEVER

 allow children to operate the hydraulic trencher.

ALWAYS

 use hydraulic trencher in a well lighted area.

ALWAYS

 make certain that all control clutches are in

the “disengaged” position prior to starting the engine.

The safety clutch lever/Operator Presence Control on

the left handlebar is for operator protection. 

DO NOT

tape down or otherwise bypass this Safety Device.

NEVER

 wear loose fitting clothing or jewellery when

operating the hydraulic trencher. Keep all clothing

away from moving parts. Item could become

caught in the machine, resulting in injury.

ALWAYS

 wear protective

clothing when operating

the hydraulic trencher.

This includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, hard hat

loose fitting gloves, steel capped boots and hearing protection.

operating instructions. 

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND

HOW TO STOP THE HYDRAULIC TRENCHER QUICKLY

IN AN EMERGENCY.

1)

2)

3)

4)

Police the area before trenching. Remove any foreign

objects in the digging area eg bricks, rocks, wire and

sticks. Locate and mark any sprinkler heads, water

pipes, gas lines, electrical and telephone cables or any

other hazard either below or above ground.

5)

DO NOT 

leave the machine unattended while the engine

is running. 

DO NOT

 park on incline or park

perpendicular to slope. 

DO NOT

 freewheel down incline.

7)

DO NOT 

overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will

shorten engine life 

8)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher when fatigued.

ALWAYS BE ALERT! 

If you get tired while operating

the hydraulic trencher, take a break. If you have any

type of physical or mental condition that may be

aggravated by strenuous work, consult with your

physician before you operate this equipment. 

NEVER

operate the hydraulic trencher under the influence of

medication, alcohol or drugs.

9)

NEVER 

operate the unit without the safety

guards in place and in working order. Keep

the unit well maintained and in good working order

Remove the hydraulic trencher from its

trailer. Use caution.

Police the area. Remove any

foreign objects from the area.

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,

gas pipes, telephone cables, etc.

IGNITION:

 Must be in “ON” position to start. “OFF”

to stop.

ENGINE:

 Throttle cable controls engine speed.

Operate at full throttle (all the way forward).

WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL LEVER:

 Controls wheel

speed forward or reverse after clutch lever is engaged.

DIGGING BOOM CONTROL LEVER:

 Raises and lowers

the digging boom.

DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL LEVER:

 must be in “ON”

position BEFORE clutch lever is depressed in order

to start chain in motion. Chain moves in a forward

direction after clutch lever is engaged.

SAFETY CLUTCH LEVER/OPERATOR PRESENCE 

CONTROL:

 (At left handle grip) Activates WHEEL

DRIVE and DIGGING CHAIN controls when depressed.

Stops all motion when released.

FORWARD/REVERSE DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL 

LEVER:

 Allows manual operation of chain in forward

or reverse rotation to dislodge objects or dig difficult

terrain. (This control can be used with the clutch lever

released.) To reverse chain, DIGGING CHAIN control

must be in “OFF” position.

Familiarize yourself with the hydraulic

trencher and its controls.

10)

1)

1)

2)

1)

Free Wheel Hub Feature

 - Operation:

Pull one free wheeling pin slightly, using the split

ring. Rotate the pin until the 3mm (1/8”) diameter roll

pin aligns with the slot in the mounting plate. Allow

the pin to slide through the slot. Repeat for the other

wheel. Roll the trencher until each pin drops into a

hole in the hub. The wheel hubs are now locked.

Reverse the procedure to unlock the wheels.

2)

DO NOT 

allow other persons near the hydraulic

trencher. It is up to the operator to keep

bystanders and animals a minimum of 6 metres

(20ft) away from the machine while in operation.

12)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher in an

enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odourless and tasteless poison.

13)

WARNING: 

Hydraulic oil is under extreme

pressure and can get under skin and burn

or poison. Check for leaks with cardboard.

14)

STOP 

the engine and disconnect the spark

plug lead(s) and allow engine to cool before

inspecting or performing maintenance on

the hydraulic trencher.

15)

REFUELLING 

* Shut off engine. 

DO NOT REFUEL AN ENGINE

   WHILE OPERATING!

*  Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes

* Do not smoke. *Allow no naked flame

  or hot material in refuelling area.

* Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.

  Remember, fuel is a potential hazard.

*  Do not over-fill fuel tank. Allow space for

   fuel expansion.

*  

USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY. Use clean,

   fresh unleaded fuel.

*  

Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.

16)

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, FEET AND BODY

AWAY FROM THE DIGGING CHAIN AND OTHER

MOVING PARTS WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

11)

ALWAYS

 operate

hydraulic trencher

on level ground only.

6)

MAXIMUM

ANGLE OF

OPERATION

DO NOT EXCEED 15

º

 ANGLE

BEFORE USE

OPERATION

TRANSPORT

Engine

Operating Controls

Head Stock

Splitting Head

Hydraulic Lifting  

Platform Control Lever

Log Cradle

Splitting Head 

Control Lever

Safety Tow Chain

Jockey 

Wheel

Hydraulic Log/Wood 
Lifting Platform

OPErATOr 

zOnE

Throttle 

Control

Tow Coupling 
Locking Pin

Engine

Exhaust

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