FX66, FX85/R, FX110/R, FX140/R
PTO Skidding Winch
Operating Instructions
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Winching Operation – Manual
1.
Position the machine at the work site.
2.
Lower the frame and the blade to the ground.
3.
Set the park brake and stop engine.
4.
Pull the cable out to the load. Avoid twists in the
cable.
5.
Attach the choker chain to the log and to the cable
end.
6.
Start tractor engine and engage PTO. Set throttle
to 1/4 to 1/2 range. (Winch speed is based on
tractor PTO speed and can operate up to 540 rpm.)
7.
Stand to the side of the winch and pull firmly on the
clutch rope to retract the cable and load.
IMPORTANT! Keep a steady, firm pull on the
clutch rope. Allowing the clutch to slip causes
wear on the brake 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 unwinding it FULLY to the end.
Putting tension on it at this point could cause it
to pull out of its anchor. Always leave at least two
wraps on the drum spool.
6.5 Skidding Logs
Points to Remember:
•
When skidding logs, route the cable through the
lower pulley so the tractor is more stable. Skidding
from the top of the mast could cause a tip over. On
the FX66, use chains in the keyhole slots to lower
the pulling point.
•
Raise winch frame up above the ground to clear
obstacles when skidding.
•
Skid logs after they are winched up to the tractor.
Be cautious of hills and rough terrain.
1.
Turn the tractor PTO off and raise winch up above
the ground.
2.
Lock the winch drum by pulling on the left-hand
(green) rope.
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