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CRUSH AND CUT HAZARDS 

Always keep your hands and feet clear from 
moving parts while operating. Always keep the 
work area clean and clear when operating. 

CONDITIONS 

Always operate up and down a slope, never 
across the face of a slope. This equipment 
should be operated at reduced speed on rough 
terrain, along creeks and ditches and on 
hillsides, to prevent tipping and loss of control. 
Do not drive too close to a creek or a ditch. Do 
not tow this equipment on a highway or any 
other public thoroughfare. 
Always begin with the transmission in first (low) 
gear & the engine at low speed. Gradually 
increase the speed as conditions permit. The 
vehicle braking and stability may be affected 
with the sweeper attached. Be aware of 
changing conditions on slopes.  
Refer to safety rules in the vehicle owner's 
manual, concerning safe operation on slopes. 

DRESS PROPERLY

 

Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, scarfs, 
neckties or jewelry (rings, wrist watches), which 
can be caught in moving parts.  

DO NOT OVERREACH 

Never stand on the machine. Serious injury 
could occur if tipped or moving parts are 
unintentionally contacted. Do not store anything 
above or near the machine, where anyone might 
stand on the machine to reach them. 

AVOID INJURY FROM UNEXPECTED ACCIDENT  

Keep hands & feet out of the way of all moving 
parts. Do not place any part of your body or 
any tool e.g. in moving parts of the machine 
during operation.  

MAINTAIN YOUR MACHINE WITH CARE  

Clean the machine immediately after use. Keep 
the machine clean to ensure it operates to its 
full & safest performance. When maintaining 
this machine, only the 

manufacturer’

s original 

replacement parts should be used. The use of 
non-original manufacturer parts may invalidate 
your warranty. 

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT     

Take left over materials to an authorised 
collection point or follow the stipulations in the 
country where the machine is used. Do not 
discharge into drains, soil or water. 

 
 

STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT  

When not in use, the machine should be stored 
in a dry location. Keep the machine away from 
children & others not qualified. 

OPERATION SPEED 

Do not exceed 10mph, to avoid personal injury 
and/or equipment damage.

  

SAFETY SYMBOLS

 

 

 

  

Safety alert symbol. Used to  alert you to 
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all 
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid 
possible injury. 

 DANGER   

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation 
which, if not avoided, will result in serious 
injury.  

WARNING  

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation 
which, if not avoided, could result in serious 
injury 

CAUTION  

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation 
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or 
moderate injury. 

CAUTION 

Used without the safety alert  symbol indicates a 
potentially hazardous situation which, if not 
avoided, may result in property damage. 

 

 

Read & understand 

operator’s manual before 

using the machine. Failure 

to follow instructions could 

result in death or serious 

injury. 

 

Risk of Slicing. 

Keep hands out of the way 

of all moving parts. 

 

Wear gloves to protect your 

hands 

 

Wear foot protection 

Summary of Contents for THGT500-A

Page 1: ...ARES SUPPORT 01793 333212 Please read understand this manual paying particular attention to the safety instructions before use The manufacturer reserves the right to change the product specification and livery according to continued product improvements Images used are for illustration purposes only INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

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Page 3: ... 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 If you require any assistance with regards to the contents or operation of your machine please contact us TEL 01793 333212 MON FRI 8 00AM TO 5 30PM EXCL BANK HOLIDAYS EMAIL customerservic...

Page 4: ... machine while under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication that could affect your ability to use it properly Do not use this machine when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand Be aware of what you are doing at all times Use common sense USERS Never allow children to operate the towing vehicle or de thatcher Do not allow adults to operate without having read these instructions...

Page 5: ...R MACHINE WITH CARE Clean the machine immediately after use Keep the machine clean to ensure it operates to its full safest performance When maintaining this machine only the manufacturer s original replacement parts should be used The use of non original manufacturer parts may invalidate your warranty PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT Take left over materials to an authorised collection point or follow the...

Page 6: ...ver Phillips Head 10mm 14mm Wrench Left Bottom Panel x1 Right Bottom Panel x1 Right Side Panel x1 Left Side Panel x1 Front Panel x1 Rear Panel x1 Wheel Axle Support x2 Tow Bar Hitch x1 Wheel x2 Draw Bar Support x1 Wheel Axle x1 Support Tube x2 Rear Panel Slot x2 Release Pedal x1 Latch Spring x1 Hinge Pin x6 Hex Bolt M6x90 x1 R Pin Ø3 x2 Flat Washer Ø16 x4 Spacer x2 Screw M6x16 x4 Screw M8x16 x8 Sc...

Page 7: ...for assistance STEP 1 Attach the Bottom Panels and Support Tubes Lay the left and right bottom panels face down Attach the baseboard support tubes to the panels using four sets of M8x35 screws M8 nylon lock nut Hand tighten the nuts STEP 2 Attach the Draw Bar Support Attach the V Shaped draw bar support to the bottom panels using two M8x20 screws M8 lock nuts Hand tighten the nuts ...

Page 8: ...8 lock nut screw M8x16 Hand tighten the nuts STEP 4 Attach the Release Pedal Insert the release pedal into the tow bar and secure using the two spacers either side of the release pedal the M6x90 hex bolt and M6 lock nut Attach the latch spring hook onto the bottom hole of the release pedal and tow bar Hand tighten the nuts ...

Page 9: ...e it through both the axle support and the Tow Bar assembly Now tighten all nuts bolts in steps 1 through to 4 STEP 6 Attach the Wheels Put a Ø16 Flat Washer on the axle slide the wheel over the end followed by a second Ø16 flat washers and secure with a Ø3 R pin through hole within the wheel axle Repeat the process for the other side of the axle ...

Page 10: ...pport Tube 1 Attach the left and right rear panel slots on the left and right panel using four sets of the M6x16 screws and M6 lock nuts STEP 8 Attach the Side Panel Attach the left and right side panel to the bottom panel using the four hinge pins ...

Page 11: ...sing two hinge pins Lock the left and right side panel assemblies in place using the top handles STEP 10 Attach the Rear Panel Slide the rear panel through the slots on the back side panels NOTE The rear panel pins must go through the holes on the side panels to lock the panel in place ...

Page 12: ...ntrols and features Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference 3 1 Removable Tailgate Push up to remove for loading and unloading 2 Trailer Box Do not exceed rated load capacity 500lb 226 8kg 3 Tyres Wheel Check and inflate the tyres We recommend the use of FOOT or HAND inflation devices only Do not inflate above the recommended 25psi 4 Hitch Pin type design use only with approved vehicl...

Page 13: ...eavy loads will be difficult to operate the tipping mechanism ONLY use the Trailer for its intended purpose ALWAYS make sure that the combined weight of the tow vehicle and the operator is greater than the load of the Trailer If the Trailer is heavier it may be difficult to control DO NOT use the Trailer on public roads NEVER exceed 10mph when towing the Trailer DO NOT make sharp turns as this may...

Page 14: ...paint to touch up scratched or worn painted metal surfaces Never exceed the load capacity rating of 500lb 226 8kg this will damage the Trailer IMPORTANT Only use the manufacturer s original replacement parts Non original replacement parts will invalidate your warranty and may result in a safety hazard or poor operation Parts are available by calling 01793 333212 STORAGE Never allow material to rem...

Page 15: ...PARTS DIAGRAM LIST ...

Page 16: ...eft Rear Panel Slot 1 29 TH177 31 Screw M6x16 4 11 TH177 11 Right Rear Panel Slot 1 30 TH177 30 Screw M6x35 4 12 TH177 14 Wheel Axle 1 31 TH177 34 Hex Bolt M6x90 1 13 TH177 15 Hinge Pin 6 32 TH177 35 Flat Washer Ø6 2 14 TH177 16 Support Tube 2 33 TH177 36 Flat Washer Ø8 2 15 TH177 17 Hitch Pin 1 34 TH177 37 Flat Washer Ø16 4 16 TH177 18 Hitch Bracket 1 1 35 TH177 38 Nylon Lock Nut M6 5 17 TH177 19...

Page 17: ...eplacement Spare Parts unless normal wear tear component which are covered for 30 days All machines must be serviced within the first 12 months from the original date of purchase to comply with the warranty failure to do so will invalidate the 2nd year of the warranty All Handy Handy Pro All others Mowerland and Q Garden domestic products 1 year from the original date of sale to the first domestic...

Page 18: ...efect of products GJ Handy Co Ltd will never warranty in terms of the merchantability or the fitness for a particular purpose b No person is authorised to make any warranties representations or promises expressed or implied on behalf of GJ Handy Co Ltd or to modify the terms conditions or limitation of this warranty policy in any way c Neither GJ Handy Co Ltd nor any company affiliated with GJ Han...

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Page 20: ...2 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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