hand-operate

the intricate clockwork mechanism requires skilled hands to hand-operate.

he prefers to hand-operate the camera rather than use automatic settings.

the vintage train set is designed to be hand-operated for a nostalgic experience.

the crane operator skillfully hand-operated the machinery to lift the heavy load.

the children enjoyed hand-operating the model airplane on the table.

the antique projector needs someone to hand-operate the film reel.

she learned to hand-operate the telescope to observe the stars.

the stage lighting was initially hand-operated before automation was installed.

the old printing press required a team to hand-operate its various components.

the robot's arm can be programmed, but initially, it was designed to be hand-operated.

the museum guide demonstrated how to hand-operate the historical surveying equipment.