Farmi Forest Corporation JL 601 Guide

OPERATING, MAINTENANCE AND
SPARE PARTS MANUAL
JL 601
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From machine 03121000
SKIDDING WINCH
JL 601
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
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OPERATING, MAINTENANCE AND
SPARE PARTS MANUAL
JL 601
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FIN ---74510 PELTOSALMI
FINLAND
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WARNING SYMBOLS IN THE MANUAL
An immediate danger which may cause
serious injuries or even death.
DANGER!
Risk of injuries.
WARNING!
A general risk or danger, which may cause
material damage due to false operation.
Note!
Reminds the operator to check, service, or
repair parts of the machine etc.
NOTE!
INTRODUCTION
This manual describes the JL601 skidding winch and includes
information and maintenance instructions for a safe and efficient
machine operation.
Please, read the operation and service manual carefully even if you are
an experienced winch user. The manuals include information
required for an efficient and safe operation of the machine. Regular
maintenance guarantes economical and correct machine
operation.
The skidding winch is delivered test---run and test loaded..
All operators are obliged to carefully familiarize
and obey all safety precautions and instructions.
Note!
CUSTOMER FEEDBACK
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OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND
SPARE PARTS MANUAL
JL 601
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Normet Corporation
Ahmolantie 6, FIN--74510 PELTOSALMI, Finland
Informs that the machine, launched on to the market,
Farmi winch
(make)
JL 601
(type)
(serial number)
conforms to Machine Directives 98/37/EC, 89/366/EC to the amendments related to it as
well as to the national statutes which bring them into force.
The following unified standards have been applied to the design of the machine:
EN292--2, EN 294
The following national standards and specifications have been applied to the design of the
machine:
prEN 1553
Peltosalmi, Finland 19.02.1995
(place) (date)
Seppo Kovalainen, VD
GUARANTEE OF MACHINE CONFORMANCE
TO EU REQUIREMENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5..............................................
STICKERS AND SIGNS 7...............................................
1. MAIN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 10...................................
2. TECHNICAL DATA 11..................................................
3. DIMENSIONS 11.......................................................
4. MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 12.........................................
4.1. MOUNTING TO THE 3---POINT HITCH 12...........................................
4.2. ASSEMBLY OF THE PTO SHAFT 12...............................................
4.3. SHORTENING THE PTO SHAFT 12................................................
4.4. FASTENING THE CABLE TO THE DRUM 13........................................
5. PRE---OPERATION CHECKS 13.........................................
CABLE 13..........................................................................
Check that: 13......................................................................
WINCH: 13..........................................................................
Check that: 13......................................................................
MOUNTING TO THE TRACTOR 13.....................................................
Check that: 13......................................................................
6. CONTROLS 14........................................................
6.1. PULLING OUT THE CABLE 14....................................................
6.2. WINCHING 14..................................................................
7. OPERATION 14........................................................
7.1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14.......................................................
7.2. PRE--- OPERATION CHECKS 15...................................................
MOUNTING AND USE OF THE LOWER SNATCHBLOCK 16...............................
7.3. WINCHING 16..................................................................
7.4. SKIDDING 16...................................................................
WORKING IN ROUGH TERRAIN: 17....................................................
IF YOU GET STUCK WITH THE TRACTOR: 17...........................................
7.5. DROPPING THE LOAD 17........................................................
7.6. TRANSPORTATION 17...........................................................
8. SAFETY 18............................................................
9. LUBRICATION 18......................................................
10. SERVICE 18...........................................................
10.1. CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT 18......................................................
10.2. ADJUSTING THE ROLLER CHAI TIGHTNESS 19...................................
10.3. ADJUSTING THE DRUM BRAKE 19..............................................
10.4. REMOVING THE WINCH MECHANISM 19.........................................
10.5. REASSEMBLING THE WINCH MECHANISM 20....................................
11. ORDERING OF SPARE PARTS 21.......................................
12. TROUBLE SHOOTING 21...............................................
SPARE PARTS 22.........................................................

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Do not use the winch, before you have read and understood the
manual! The owner is responsible for the guidance of all
persons, who have to deal with the device.
Do not use or service the winch before the becoming acquainted
with it.
WARNING!
D
DD
DOnly skilled persons may use and service the winch.
D
DD
DThe winch must always be checked before use and at least once a day the
safety conditionsand the possible faults must be checked.
D
DD
DCheck the moving parts. They have to be fastened to their places and in
good condition. All the protections and the limiters have to be in places.
D
DD
DThe winch must not be used even partly, without the protection parts.
D
DD
DWhen winching to downhill, the winch must be pulled from the side through
an extra snatchblock.
D
DD
DIt is perilous to be in the area between a load connected to the cable and a
winch.
D
DD
DBefore using the winch get acquainted with the controllers of the winch, test
the stopping functions of the winch and of the tractor and all the other
functions. Each function has to be in perfect order.
D
DD
DCheck that the winch is free of rubbish and other obstructions.
D
DD
DCheck that all the outsiders are in a safe area, at a distance of at least 15
metres, from the running machine. Warning signs must be installed in the
area of approaching roads .
D
DD
DThe cable must not be touched during winching with the hands.
D
DD
DWhen the winch is used on slopes, the load must not be followed from
below.
D
DD
DThe maximum load must be adapted to respective conditions.
D
DD
DCheck that the moving chains are carefully fastened. The cable must not be
coupled directly to the load.
D
DD
DThe safety factor must be 2.5 for cable type couplings and 2 for chain type
couplings.
D
DD
DInform all skidding winch users about the dangers and how they can be
avoided.
D
DD
DThe skidding winch may be operated only if it is attached to a tractor.
D
DD
DThe winch has to be fastened to 3--point hitch of the tractor. Defective
fastening may cause a dangerous situation.
D
DD
DDo not let children or incapable persons operate the winch.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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D
DD
DDo not wear loose clothing, loose sleeves or scarves around moving parts
of machinery. Long hair must be kept under helmet or cap!
D
DD
DMake sure that others are not in danger when you use the winch.
D
DD
DDo not leave the tractor running unattended.
D
DD
DDisengage the P.T.O and turn the tractor off before you service the winch.
D
DD
DRemove keys from the tractor so that it cannot be started up accidentally.
D
DD
DUse only original FARMI--spare parts replacements. Do not make any
modifications.
D
DD
DStay alert! Do not use the winch, if you are tired or under drugs.
D
DD
DIf you want to recover operational errors, the power transmission must be
switched off.
DWith running engine it is to be made certain absolutely that no part of the
body is in the area of the winch.
D
DD
DMake sure that the cable is in good condition before using of the winch
(corrosion, sharp bends, the breaking of strands and thickness). The cable
can fly towards the user when breaking or away from the winch.
D
DD
DNever handle cable without first shutting off the power take--off!
D
DD
DKeep the cable as short as possible during transportation.
D
DD
DUse the winch only for winching or skidding. Do not use the winch for lifting
loads.
D
DD
DPark the winch and tractor on level ground for winching.
D
DD
DOperate the winch from a control rope from at least 2m(6ft) to the side of the
machine. Do not operate the winch from the tractor seat if there is no
protective shield between the seat and the winch.
D
DD
DDo not winch at sideways at angles exceeding 30 degrees.
D
DD
DThe user must have a helmet, safety boots and the gloves which are
suitable for the handling of the steel cable.

STICKERS AND SIGNS
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4, 5, 6
2
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10, 11, 12
1
7, 8, 9
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15
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Fig. 1. Machine plate
Fig. 2. Note!
See manual for operation and
maintenance.

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Fig. 3. Falling danger!
Do not work in an oblique position.
Fig. 4. Crushing danger!
Do not use the winch for the lifting.
Fig. 5. Watch out for a breaking cable!
Always use the protective screen.
Fig. 6. Note!
Before doing maintenance work turn
off the motor, remove the ignition key
and disengage the P.T.O.
Fig. 7. Accident danger!
Keep the safety equipment where it
belongs.
Fig. 8. Winding danger!
Do not wear too loose clothes and
keep the hair bound inside the cap.

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Fig. 9. Falling danger!
Do not winch at sideways angles
exceeding 30 degrees.
Fig. 10. Crushing danger!
Do not stand in front of the winch
when working. Stand on the side at a
distance of at least 6ft from the
winch.
Fig. 11. Crushing danger!
Do not winch downhill.
Fig. 12. Maximum rpm.
Fig. 13. METSÄ--sticker.
Fig. 14. FARMI--sticker.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
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1. MAIN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Drum
Clutch
lever
Drive shaft
Control rope
Cable
(optional)
Upper snatchblock
Lower
snatchblock
(optional)
Pulley
ACCESSORIES ARE SEPARATELY SPECIFIED.
Fig. 15. JL 601 Main parts and accessories.