Farmi Forest Corporation 290, Operation, Maintenance And Spare Parts Manual

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FARMI 290
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CONTROLS
Get acquainted with the control-
lers of the winch before the use,
tests the stopping functions of
the winch and the tractor and all
other functions. Each function
has to be in perfect condition.
PULLING OUT THE CABLE
• The cable can be freely drawn out if the drum has
not been locked with a latch.
WINCHING
• The winch is equipped with a clutch, which will
be used by the control rope. When the user draws
the control rope, the winch begings to draw in
the cable. Winching will stop when the rope is re-
leased.
• The end of the cable drum is equipped with a fric-
tion clutch, which slips, if the load is too heavy.
This prevents cable break or damages if the load
gets caught.
Fig. 4. Controls
OPERATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read the operation instructions
before operating this machine!
It is the owner’s responsibility to
instruct all equipment operators
and support personnel in the
operation of this winch.
1. Choose a horizontal, hard based skidding route for
the tractor. Avoid steep slopes, especially when
winching from the side. Check that the winching
trail is clear and that the tractor’s parking brake
is on. Do not run the tractor at a high idle when
winching. Maximum P.T.O speed is 540 rpm. Ensu-
re that the logs can be drawn freely. Be especially
careful when working on slopes. Avoid winching
sideways at angles exceeding 30 degrees. Use
snatchblock which is fastened to the tree if nee-
ded. (See fig. 7.)
2. The safest place for the operator is at the back left
side of the winch, allowing good visibility. See fig.
21. Take care that there is no one in the working
area.
3. The tractor must have a ROPS cab and front end
weights.
• Always position the tractor on a flat ground in
line with the direction of the pull (see fig. 5.).
Avoid working in steep terrain. Ensure nothing is
blocking the path of trees.
• Avoid an unnecessarily strong pulls, the tractor
may roll over.
• Adjust the tractors rpm’s according to the condi-
tions.
• Use a shield between the seat and the winch (e.g.
safety cab or protective screen) if you run the
winch from the tractor seat.
• Use agreed signals when working in groups.
4. When you use a light tractor, there is a very big risk
that the tractor will roll over. To avoid that risk, you
must add extra weight to the front of the tractor.
WARNING!
!
Latch rope
Control rope
WARNING!
!