Wallenstein FX66, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL PTO drivenLogSkiddingWinch FX66 FX85 R FX110 R FX140 R Z97090_En Rev Apr 2019...

Page 2: ...quires that anyone using or maintaining the machine reads and understands the Safety Operation Maintenance information contained within this Operator s Manual Units of measurement in Wallenstein Equip...

Page 3: ...1 4 1 Determine Proper PTO Shaft Length 22 4 2 Shortening PTO Shaft 23 4 3 Winches with Remote Control 23 5 Controls 24 5 1 Winch Clutch 24 5 2 Winch Drum Lock 24 5 3 Forged Cable End 25 5 4 Keyhole S...

Page 4: ...s Rep Signature __________ __________ __________ Delivery Date dd mm yy The product manuals have been received by me and I have been thoroughly instructed as to care adjust ments safe operation and a...

Page 5: ...Product Information Here Model Serial Number VIN NLV MODEL Manufactured by Wallenstein Equipment Inc 7201 Line 86 Wallestein ON N0B2S0 Canada TYPE OF VEHICLE TYPE DE VEHICLE TRA REM GAWR PNBE KG GVWR...

Page 6: ...al purchase receipt with any claim This warranty does not cover the following 1 Normal maintenance or adjustments 2 Normal replacement of wearable and service parts 3 Consequential damage indirect dam...

Page 7: ...ssage how to avoid the hazard Potential Hazard How Hazard is Avoided Safety Notice Decals are pictorial with a blue background and generally rectangular with single or multiple symbols This decal info...

Page 8: ...situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components which for functional purposes can...

Page 9: ...ve shoes with slip resistant soles Protective glasses goggles or face shield DO set the machine in a Safe Condition before performing any service maintenance work storage preparation or hooking up Saf...

Page 10: ...em to make sure they have not become stuck to the shaft Disengage the PTO and shut off the tractor before dismounting to clean repair service or adjust machinery Walk around tractors and machinery rat...

Page 11: ...not allow long hair loose fitting clothing or jewelry around equipment Prolonged exposure to loud noise may cause permanent hearing loss Power equipment with or without equipment attached can often b...

Page 12: ...ALL Safety Usage and Maintenance information presented in this manual Do not use or allow anyone else to use this winch until such information has been reviewed Annually review this information befor...

Page 13: ...area or particular function related to that area that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS Think SAFETY Work SAFELY IMPORTANT If parts are replaced that have safety signs on them new signs must be applied S...

Page 14: ...Safety FX66 FX85 R FX110 R FX140 R PTO Skidding Winch Safety 14 Fig 3 Fx Series Safety Decal Placement 00577 5 6 7 8...

Page 15: ...arn the meaning of ALL safety signs on the machine The best safety feature is an informed operator 2 Warning Risk of entanglement from rotating driveline Keep hands loose clothing and long hair away f...

Page 16: ...or leaks with your hand or fingers when the system is pressurized Serious injury can result R models only equipped with remote control 5 Warning Risk of tractor overturning Do not operate with the win...

Page 17: ...ng or have become illegible 3 Parts that were replaced with a safety Decal on them must also have the safety sign replaced 4 Replacement safety signs are available from your authorized Distributor or...

Page 18: ...o operate the machine 1 Review control location function and movement directions 2 Move the unit to a large open area to allow the operator to become familiar with control function and machine respons...

Page 19: ...sure that all nuts and bolts are secure and that a moveable parts are secured and in their proper place 2 Always inspect the rope as it is pulled out of the winch Do not use the machine if the rope is...

Page 20: ...Transmitter R Models 4 Remote Control Receiver R Models 5 Safety Screen 6 Hydraulic Hoses R Models 7 Drum Lock Rope green 8 Clutch Adjuster 9 Top Cable Pulley 10 Winch Clutch Rope white 11 PTO Shaft...

Page 21: ...R models are equipped with the remote winch control and require 1 2 gpm hydraulic flow and a 12 VDC power source Make sure there is enough room and clearance to safely back the tractor up to the winc...

Page 22: ...eps 4 1 Determine Proper PTO Shaft Length The PTO shaft that came with your machine may need to be shortened A longer shaft is supplied because tractor lift arms vary in length It is very important th...

Page 23: ...shaft then raise and lower the attachment to check clearances A correctly sized shaft should never bottom out or come apart IMPORTANT The two halves of the PTO shaft should overlap at least 6 150 mm...

Page 24: ...vent the cable unwinding while skidding 5 2 1 Engaging Drum Lock As the tractor is moving forward pull sharply on the green winch lock rope 2 The latch engages on the cogged winch drum While the tract...

Page 25: ...le on the cable as an end stop The ferrule is designed to be used in the choker hook only The end ferrule can be damaged if used incorrectly 00497 Fig 16 Incorrect use of Forged End 5 4 Keyhole Slider...

Page 26: ...s have a lower snatchblock The main use of the lower snatchblock is to lower the pulling point and make skidding more stable This enables larger loads to be skidded The snatchblock has three positioni...

Page 27: ...held Transmitter Each transmitter is pre programmed with a unique code The receiver is programmed to respond only to that transmitter Other radio controlled systems can therefore work in close proxim...

Page 28: ...hold buttons 1 and 4 simultaneously on the remote see diagram to engage the clutch and retract the cable 00594 Fig 25 Remote Transmitter operation Disengage Winch Clutch Release the buttons to diseng...

Page 29: ...neutral The cable stops retracting and the winch can now free wheels 00589 Fig 26 Manual Override Switch 5 10 6 Transmitter Sleep Time Programming The transmitter is set to turn off sleep after 25 mi...

Page 30: ...ructions 6 1 Pre start Checklist Before operating the winch perform the following pre start checks A Pre start Checklist is provided for both personal safety and to keep the winch in good mechanical c...

Page 31: ...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...

Page 32: ...used or the operator is leaving the seat If operating on steep slopes is necessary place chocks behind all the tires to prevent the tractor from slipping When operating the winch always stay at least...

Page 33: ...rake pads 8 Release the clutch rope when the load is in the desired position Disconnect from the choker chain 9 Winch additional logs as required IMPORTANT When pulling cable out of the winch avoid un...

Page 34: ...Rough Ground Avoid skidding over rough ground Unlock the winch to let the cable drum free wheel Leave the log hooked up to the winch 00599 Fig 34 Unlock Winch Drum Drive the tractor over the rough gr...

Page 35: ...ne or diesel fuel Use regular cleanser Always use proper tools in good condition Make sure a procedure is understood before beginning 7 1 1 Hydraulic System Safety Make sure that all the components in...

Page 36: ...7 3 Grease Points Use an SAE multi purpose high temperature grease with extreme pressure EP performance Also acceptable is an SAE multipurpose lithium based grease Use a hand held grease gun for all...

Page 37: ...verloading the drive system The winch is designed to perform well without the shear pin failing However if the pin does fail generally it is because the winch was overloaded 7 4 Drive Chain Lubricatio...

Page 38: ...nd install the new chain 3 To set the chain to maximum tension turn out the adjusting nut on tension bolt within 1 4 6 mm from end of tension bolt 7 6 Clutch Adjustment Adjust the clutch using the fol...

Page 39: ...moves the arm to release the brake When the cable is no longer being spooled on the spring pulls the arm back and engages the brake The brake must be set to stop the drum from freewheeling when the c...

Page 40: ...ble roller 3 on the drum band coiler 3 Insert cable through hole in the drum into the anchor 5 00608 1 2 3 4 5 Fig 42 Installing Cable 1 Winch cable 2 Cable Guide 3 Brake Arm Cable Roller 4 Cable Drum...

Page 41: ...ocking 4 Wash the machine to remove all dirt mud and debris Inspect all rotating parts and remove any entangled material 5 Check the condition of chain and sprockets Replace or adjust as required 6 If...

Page 42: ...k hydraulic system function Cable does not pull out Winch drum lock engaged Disengage winch lock Cable jammed Disengage winch or release brake and pull cable out Rewind cable onto the spool Check winc...

Page 43: ...Drive sprocket misaligned PTO shaft too long Check that PTO shaft is the correct length Front end of tractor comes off ground when winching Tractor too light in front Add front end weights Tractor sl...

Page 44: ...mum Input Torque 207 lbf ft 281 N m 265 lbf ft 360 N m 351 lbf ft 476 N m 450 lbf ft 610 N m Maximum Bare Drum Pull 6 671 lb 3 025 kg 8 553 lb 3 879 kg 11 130 lb 5 048 kg 14 053 lb 6 374 kg Maximum Fu...

Page 45: ...rease torque values by 5 NOTE Bolt grades are identified by their head markings Imperial Bolt Torque Specifications Bolt Diameter Torque Value SAE Gr 2 SAE Gr 5 SAE Gr 8 lbf ft N m lbf ft N m lbf ft N...

Page 46: ...ector body and tighten the swivel nut with the second Torque to values shown If a torque wrench is not available use the FFFT Flats From Finger Tight method Hydraulic Fitting Torque Tube Size OD Hex S...

Page 47: ...ansmitter Recharging 28 Hearing loss 11 How to Install Safety Signs 17 Hydraulic Fitting Torque 46 Hydraulic System Safety 35 I Informative Labels 7 K Keyhole Sliders 25 Keyhole Slots 25 L Lower Snatc...

Page 48: ...rake Adjustment 39 Grease Points 36 Maintenance Safety 35 Maintenance Schedule 36 Shortening PTO Shaft 23 Sign off form 12 Skidding 33 Skidding over Rough Ground 34 Specifications 44 FX66 44 FX85 FX85...

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