Fine Tooth Wool/Fiber Hackle

GENERAL PRODUCT SAFETY REGULATION (GPSR) INFORMATION

Intended Use:
Handcrafted Fine Tooth Wool Hackle designed for opening, aligning, blending, and preparing suitable wool and other compatible fibers.

The Fine Tooth configuration uses closely spaced sharp metal tines intended for controlled preparation of finer fibers.

Exact tine count, spacing, row configuration, and hackle size may vary by selected product configuration. Refer to the selected product option for the specific specifications.


CAUTION — SHARP METAL TINES

The hackle contains numerous sharp metal tines capable of causing puncture or cut injuries.

• Keep hands, fingers, face, and other body parts away from the tine points

• Keep loose clothing, jewelry, hair, and other objects clear of the tines

• Keep the hackle away from children and pets

• Do not leave the hackle uncovered where someone could accidentally contact the tines

• This is a fiber-processing tool, not a toy


BEFORE EACH USE

Inspect the hackle before use.

Do not use the hackle if:

• The wooden body is cracked, split, loose, or structurally damaged

• Any tine is loose, severely bent, broken, or damaged

• Hazardous splinters or sharp damaged wood edges are present

• The hackle cannot be mounted securely

• Any mounting point or hardware is damaged

• Any other condition could interfere with safe fiber preparation


SECURE MOUNTING

The Fine Tooth Wool Hackle must be securely mounted to a suitable, stable work surface before use.

Before loading or processing fiber, confirm that:

• The hackle is firmly secured

• The work surface is stable

• The hackle does not rock, slide, tip, or rotate unexpectedly

• Mounting hardware is secure

• Mounting hardware does not interfere with the tine field or working area

Do not use the hackle while holding it by hand.

Do not begin fiber preparation until the hackle is securely mounted.


FINE TOOTH CONFIGURATION

Fine Tooth Wool Hackles have closely spaced sharp tines.

Because the tines are closely spaced:

• Work with manageable amounts of fiber

• Avoid overloading the tine field

• Do not force dense, matted, heavily felted, or resistant fiber through the tines

• Reduce the amount of fiber if excessive resistance develops

• Stop and remove tangled material rather than forcing it through

Excessive force can reduce control and may damage the tines or wooden hackle body.


LOADING FIBER

Load fiber onto the hackle carefully.

• Keep fingers behind and away from the tine points

• Add fiber in controlled amounts

• Do not push fiber downward with the palm of your hand

• Do not force fiber deeply toward the wooden base of the tines

• Keep your body clear of the tine field

Avoid overloading the hackle.

If fiber resists normal movement through the fine tines, reduce the amount of fiber or prepare it further before continuing.


SAFE USE

Use the hackle in a stable, well-lit work area.

During use:

• Keep hands and fingers clear of the tine points

• Work slowly and deliberately

• Keep other people and pets outside the working area

• Maintain sufficient clearance around the hackle

• Avoid sudden or uncontrolled movements

• Stop immediately if the hackle shifts or the mounting becomes unstable

Do not lean over, reach across, or place your body directly above the tine field.


USING COMBS OR OTHER COMPATIBLE TOOLS

If using a compatible Wool Comb or other suitable fiber-preparation tool with the hackle:

• Confirm the hackle remains securely mounted

• Maintain a firm grip on the other tool

• Keep hands clear of both tine fields

• Work slowly and deliberately

• Maintain sufficient clearance between tools

• Do not strike one tine field against another

• Do not force comb tines through the hackle tine field

Stop if excessive resistance develops.


REMOVING OR TRANSFERRING FIBER

Use care whenever removing prepared fiber from the hackle.

• Keep fingers away from the tine points

• Work from a controlled angle

• Do not reach suddenly into the tine field

• Do not pull resistant fiber with excessive force

• Stop and reposition the fiber if it becomes caught

Use a suitable controlled method for removing trapped fiber without placing fingers among the sharp tines.


TINE CONTACT

The metal tines are intentionally sharp.

Do not:

• Touch or test the tine points with your fingers

• Use your hand to clear fiber from between sharp tines

• Place the hackle where someone could accidentally fall onto or brush against the tine field

• Carry the hackle with exposed tines directed toward your body

• Leave the mounted hackle unattended in an exposed working position where accidental contact is likely


TINE CARE

Periodically inspect the tines for:

• Looseness

• Severe bending

• Breakage

• Corrosion

• Other damage

Do not continue using the hackle if damaged tines create an unpredictable or hazardous condition.

Do not attempt to straighten or repair a tine while positioned in a way that exposes your hands to surrounding sharp tines.


WOODEN COMPONENTS

The hackle body is made from natural wood.

Natural variations may include:

• Grain

• Color

• Figure

• Texture

• Surface appearance

These variations are expected.

Wood may respond to changes in temperature and humidity.

Discontinue use if structural cracking, splitting, severe warping, or hazardous splintering develops.


CARE

• Remove loose fiber from the hackle after use

• Keep the wooden body clean and dry

• Keep the metal tines dry

• Do not soak or submerge the hackle in water

• Do not place the hackle in a dishwasher

• Do not use harsh cleaners, solvents, or chemicals that could damage the wood or metal

• Wipe wooden surfaces with a soft dry or slightly damp cloth when necessary

• Dry all components completely if they become damp

• Inspect the tine field, wooden body, and mounting points regularly


STORAGE

When not in use:

• Remove the hackle from the working position if appropriate

• Store it in a clean, dry location

• Protect the tine field from accidental contact

• Use a compatible protective cover where available

• Keep the hackle away from children and pets

• Do not place heavy objects on the tines

• Do not store the hackle where exposed tine points can contact people or damage other objects

• Keep away from excessive moisture and corrosive environments


DISCONTINUE USE

Stop using the hackle if:

• A tine becomes loose, severely bent, broken, or otherwise hazardous

• The wooden body cracks, splits, or becomes structurally damaged

• Hazardous splinters develop

• The hackle can no longer be mounted securely

• Severe warping affects normal use

• Any condition develops that could interfere with safe fiber preparation