Fransgard V-3004, Manual

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Installing the Chokers/Sliders: After installing the cable, release 4
– 5 ft. of cable, by unlocking the
cable drum locking latch which is running on the cable drum sprocket. Remove the bolt joining the two
pieces of the choker/slider. Place the rounded part on the cable, then slip the flat slotted part in
between the rounded part and tighten with the bolt and Nylon lock nut. These must be tightened
securely to prevent the choker/slider from slipping over the crimped sleeve attaching the end-hook to
the cable. Slip the choker/slider down to the hook to make sure it doesn’t slide over the crimped
sleeve. If it does then tighten the bolt even more. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY DAMAGE THE CABLE
DURING THE WINCHING OPERATION (Cables are considered a wearing part and are not covered
under the warranty agreement. Note: If your winch was delivered with the cable and choker/sliders
installed, make sure the choker/slider bolt has been tightened securely as described below in
Fig. A
Fig. A
Protection Screen
Screens removed for servicing the machine, must be reinstalled prior to using to using the winch
again.
The machine should never be operated with the protective screen removed.
Make sure your three-point hitch is properly adjusted so when the winch is put in a raised position with
the three-point hitch, the protection screen does not hit the tractor cabin.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Prior to operating the winch, make sure that:
- the cable is properly installed, and the cable is wound tight on the cable drum
- the cable is not damaged, with broken strands that might cause the cable to break when it is pulling a
load.
- the P.T.O. shaft is properly mounted and adapted in such a way that the angle of the P.T.O. is as
straight as possible to prevent breakage and additional wear to the joints.
- the clutch is properly adjusted as to ensure the cable drum does not turn until the Green power cord
is pulled.
Bolt Not Tightened
Note cable hook crimped
sleeve is inside of choker The bolt has been tightened
properly. Note crimpled cable
lug will not pass through the
“throat” of the choker.