FX66, FX85/R, FX110/R, FX140/R
PTO Skidding Winch
Operating Instructions
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6.2 Machine Break-In
Although there are no operational restrictions on the
winch when used for the first time, it is recommended
that the following mechanical items be checked:
After 1–5 hours of operation:
1.
Check all nuts, bolts and other fasteners. Tighten
to specified torque.
2.
Check condition of winch clutch.
3.
Check the condition of the cable. Replace if kinked,
frayed or if it has any broken strands.
4.
Check for entangled material. Remove all
entangled material before resuming work.
5.
Check the condition of the clutch rope. Replace if
cut, knotted, worn or if it has any broken strands.
6.3 Winch Safety
•
Do not allow anyone within 20 ft (6 m) of logs when
winching. Logs can roll in unpredictable ways.
•
Choose a flat, solid skidding route for the tractor.
Avoid steep slopes.
•
Check that the winching trail is clear of other trees
and obstructions so logs can be winched in easily.
•
Make sure the winch is lowered and that the tractor
parking brake is applied. Operate with the winch
blade lowered, on level ground to provide stability.
•
Stand at 10 ft (3 m) to the side of winch when
operating it. Never stand directly in line with cable
while pulling. If the cable slips or breaks it could
snap back with deadly force.
•
Never exceed a winching angle of ±25° from the
centerline of the tractor. If unsure of winch angle,
reposition tractor or use a snatch block. Whenever
possible winch in line with the tractor.
25° Max 25° Max
10 ft
(3 m)
00525
Fig. 29 –
Safe Winch Angle
•
When using snatch block, be aware of danger zone
created between the log, snatch block, and tractor.
00488
Fig. 30 –
Using Snatch Block or Self-releasing Pulley
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