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The Handy THLC29140 Instruction Manual

Light construction 495mm (12 inch), 530mm (14 inch) compactor plate
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LIGHT CONSTRUCTION
THLC29140 495mm (12")
THLC29142 530mm (14")
COMPACTOR PLATE
TWO PERSON LIFT - ASSEMBLY REQUIRED
SPARES & SUPPORT: 01793 333212
Please read & understand this manual, paying attention to the safety instructions, before use.
Incorrect use of the product could put the operator or machine in danger.
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this manual, our policy
of continuous improvement determines the right to make modifications without prior warning.
&
EN - ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Images used are for illustration purposes only
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
THLC29140 - 1938106002
THLC29142 - 1938105002
21/02/2019

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL LIGHT CONSTRUCTION THLC29140 495mm (12”) & THLC29142 530mm (14”) COMPACTOR PLATE EN - ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS TWO PERSON LIFT - ASSEMBLY REQUIRED SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SPARES & SUPPORT: 01793 333212 FOR YOUR SAFETY Please read & understand this manual, paying attention to the safety instructions, before use.
  • Page 2 Copyright Notice Copyright © Handy Distribution Permission is granted to reproduce this publication for personal & educational use only. Commercial copying, redistribution, hiring or lending is prohibited. No part of this publication may be stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any other form or means without written permission from Handy Distribution.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Any reference to the Wheel (THLC31120) or Paving Pad (THLC31140 or THLC31142) kits are provided as reference points only and do not indicate that they are standard with either the THLC29140 or THLC29142. Both the Wheel and Paving Pad kits are available as accessories from your Handy supplying retailer and we recommend you discuss your needs with them, should you wish to purchase.

  • Page 4: Enviromental

    SPECIFICATION The manufacturer reserves the right to change the product specification and livery according to continued product improvements. Model THLC29140 THLC29142 Product Number 1938106001 1938105001...

  • Page 5: General Safety Instructions

    GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels affixed to the machine. 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. WARNING! Failure to comply with these instructions may result in damage to the machine or other property and/or personal injury.
  • Page 6 UNDERSTAND YOUR MACHINE GENERAL SAFETY RULES • Read and understand the operator’s manual and labels affixed to the machine. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it. • Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the correct operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage the controls quickly.
  • Page 7 • If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapours have dissipated. • Store fuel in containers specifically designed and approved for this purpose. •...

  • Page 8: Components

    • Always ascend slopes carefully, in a direct path and in reverse to present the plate compactor from toppling over onto the operator. • Always park the unit on a firm and level surface and shut the tool off. • To reduce exposure to vibration, limit the hours of operation and take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands.

  • Page 9: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Follow the below assembly instructions carefully, you should be able to assemble the machine in a short period. STEP 1 STEP 3 Unfold the handle assembly as shown. FOLDING WHEEL KIT (NOT STANDARD - AVAILABLE AS AN ACCESSORY) Line up the holes in the Link Plates and Engine Deck.
  • Page 10 STEP 4 PAVING PAD KIT (NOT STANDARD - AVAILABLE AS AN ACCESSORY) The transparent rubber Paving Pad allows you to compact concrete paving slabs, stones, bricks and blocks quietly and gently. Attach the Paving Pad onto the front of the Base Plate as shown (DO NOT ATTACH TO THE REAR). Align the holes in the Base Plate, Paving Pad and Clamp Plates, and secure it with lock washers 10 and bolts M10x30.

  • Page 11: Know Your Machine

    KNOW YOUR MACHINE Throttle Control Upper Handle Lower Handle Exhaust Air Filter Fuel Tank Engine Belt Guard Exciter Base Plate Oil Drain Hose FUEL VALVE CONTROL The fuel valve opens and closes the passage between the fuel tank and the carburettor. The fuel valve lever must be in the ON position for the engine to run.
  • Page 12 OIL DRAIN HOSE Running the engine with dirty oil can cause premature engine wear and failure. Changing oil regularly is extremely important. The flexible oil drain hose is equipped to drain oil into the appropriate receptacle. EXCITER An eccentric weight mounted on the exciter shaft contained within the exciter housing is driven at high speed by a clutch and belt drive system.

  • Page 13: Operation

    USING THE MACHINE OPERATION CAUTION Engine Oil has been drained for shipping. Do not operate the plate on concrete or on Failure to fill the engine sump with oil before extremely hard, dry, compacted surfaces. The starting the engine will result in permanent plate will jump rather than vibrate and could damage and will void the engine manufacturers damage both the plate and engine.

  • Page 14: Service

    STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Under Never use a pressure washer to the machine. normal conditions, use the following procedure. Water can penetrate tight areas of the unit and •...
  • Page 15 When removing, or installing the drive belt(s), be careful not to get your fingers caught between the belt and the pulley. EXCITER LUBRICATION The exciter housing is pre-serviced using Automatic Transmission Fluid Dextron III, Mercon, EXXON (ESSO) NUTO H-32 or its equivalent. Change fluid after 200 hours of operation.

  • Page 16: Storage

    • 4. Allow the engine to cool. Remove the spark Remove the pipe plug from the top of the plug and put 60 ml of SAE-30 high quality exciter housing. Tilt the housing upside down motor oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter so that the oil drains from the exciter.

  • Page 17: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Attach spark plug wire securely to the spark plug. 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. Fill with clean, fresh petrol. 2. Out of fuel or stale fuel. Move throttle control lever to 3. Throttle control lever not in the the start position.
  • Page 18 PARTS DIAGRAM – THLC29140 (1938106002) 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. WHEEL KIT AND PAVING PADS ARE...
  • Page 19 PARTS LIST– THLC29140 (1938106002) Item Item Part No. Description Part No. Description TH192-1 Grip TH192-43 Base Plate TH192-2 Upper Handle TH192-44 Washer TH192-3 Throttle Control TH192-45 Lock Nut M10 TH192-4 Flat Washer 5 TH192-46 Shock Absorber TH192-5 Bolt M5x25 TH192-47...
  • Page 20 PARTS DIAGRAM – THLC29142 (1938105002) NOTE: Parts Lists are supplied for 91.2 information purposes only, not all parts 91.3 are stocked individually & we recommend you contact our Spares Team on 01793 333212 for expert advice. WHEEL KIT AND PAVING PADS ARE ACCESSORIES AND NOT STANDARD ON THIS PRODUCT...
  • Page 21 PARTS LIST– THLC29142 (1938105001 Item Handy Part Item Handy Part Description Description Number Number Number Number TH192-1 Grip TH192-62 Wheel TH192-2 Upper Handle TH192-63 Wheel Bracket TH192-3 Throttle Control TH192-64 Link Plate TH192-4 Flatt Washer 5 TH192-65 Spring TH192-6 Spring TH193-66 TH192-7 Lock Nut M6...
  • Page 22 2nd year of the warranty. Webb Electric Handheld, Webb Dynamic, Heritage & Legacy, The Handy, Mowerland, Q-Garden a) 1 year from the original date of sale to the first domestic user.
  • Page 23 Disclaimer This warranty is only a remedy for defect of products. GJ Handy & Co Ltd will never warranty in terms of the merchantability or the fitness for a particular purpose. No person is authorised to make any warranties, representations or promises, expressed or implied, on behalf of GJ Handy &...

  • Page 24: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Handy Distribution Ltd - SN3 5HY (Importer) declare that the product: Designation: 495mm (12”) Petrol Compactor Plate Model(s): THLC29140 Product Number: 1938106002 Type/Serial No: As per rating label on machine Complies with the following directives: 2006/42/EC –...
  • Page 25 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Handy Distribution Ltd - SN3 5HY (Importer) declare that the product: Designation: 530mm (14”) Petrol Compactor Plate Model(s): THLC29142 Product Number: 1938105002 Type/Serial No: As per rating label on machine Complies with the following directives: 2006/42/EC –...
  • Page 26 NOTES...

  • Page 28: 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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