EDER Powerwinch 500, Owner'S Manual

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Fig. 12: Adjusting bowdencable
Guidelines for the use of pulleys
When a pulley is used the traction power of the
EDER Powerwinch 500 is doubled.
Max traction power of EDER Powerwinch 500: 5kN
Max traction power with pulley: 10kN
Note the minimum and maximum rope diameter for
the pulley and the winch (Ø8mm-12mm).
If using the same round textile sling for the pulley as
for fixing the winch then guide the sling around the
tree and through the pulley´s eyelet and secure it
with a load hook.
Check before starting work that the dangerous zone
is cleaned (Fig. 2).
Make sure the danger zone is cleaned at the start
of operation.
Further guidance on safe forestry work with pulley
can be found under:
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/pdf/FCTG001.pdf/$FILE/
FCTG001.pdf
or
http://publikationen.dguv.de/dguv/pdf/10002/i-
8627.pdf
Service and maintenance
Before starting work the EDER Powerwinch 500
should be checked for safety. If there are any
defective parts do not start work.
Only use original spare parts for EDER Powerwinch
500. Please see spare part list on page 10 and 11.
Do not try to open the gear or disassemble the
capstan from flange or the guarantee would be lost.
Attention
Any maintenance work not covered in these Service
and Maintenance instructions must be carried out
by an authorized workshop.
Combustion engines generates heat therefore
always wait for the motor to cool down or wear
gloves before carrying out any maintenance
operation.
Storage when not in use
Before storing the EDER Powerwinch 500 for a long
period it should be cleaned and the metal parts
should be greased. Empty the fuel tank (Fig. 8a)
and let the motor run until all fuel is consumed.
When motor is cool remove the spark plug and pour
a few drops of oil into the cylinder. Afterwards pull
the starting handle (Fig. 8e) to distribute the oil and
replace the spark plug.
Store the EDER Powerwinch 500 dry.
Periodic maintenance
Check regularly that all nuts and bolts are properly
tightened and in the right position.
Replace a worn out rope, or damaged rope with a
new one in time. Lubricate all moving parts around
the throttle.
Air filter
Check the air filter regularly. Especially in dusty
conditions check it at least once every working day.
Note:

Remove the cover (Fig. 8c)

Remove the air filter (Fig. 12)

Only use compressed air for cleaning the
filter.

Do not use sharp tools or wire brushes and
do not clean the air filter with cleaners or
oil paper

Replace the air filter if it is damaged
Fuel filter
To clean the fuel filter open the cap of the tank and
remove the filter carefully with a wire hook (Fig.13).
Check the fuel filter regularly and replace it when it
is dirty.