Fransgard V-4000 User manual

Fransgård
Manual
GB
Farm tractor winch
V-4000
V-6500

Fransgård Maskinfabrik A/S
Fredbjergvej 132
DK - 9640 Farsø
Telefon : [phone]
Fax : [phone]
Web : www.fransgard.dk
E-mail : [e-mail]

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LIST OF CONTENTS Page
Technical specifications .......................................................................................1
Safety instructions................................................................................................2
Fitting....................................................................................................................2
Lubrication and maintenance ...............................................................................2
Instructions for use...............................................................................................2
Danger / warning..................................................................................................3
Adjusting the clutch ..............................................................................................4
Instructions for mounting the wire ........................................................................6
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS V-4000
Pulling power........................................................................... 4000 kg / 8800 lbs.
Clutch .......................................................................................................385 cm².
Transmission................................................................................5/8" roller chain.
Wire...................................................................................................... 167 ft-3/8”.
Wire speed........................................................................................0,6 - 1,5 m/s.
PTO.shaft ..............................................................................................540 r./min.
Weight........................................................................................... 298 kg/657 lbs.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS V-6500
Pulling power......................................................................... 6500 kg / 14300 lbs.
Clutch .......................................................................................................500 cm².
Transmission............................................................................2x5/8" roller chain.
Wire.................................................................................................... 167 ft-7/16”.
Wire speed........................................................................................0,6 - 1,5 m/s.
PTO.shaft ..............................................................................................540 r./min.
Weight......................................................................................... 441 kg / 972 lbs.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The machines may only be used by qualified
operators.
Before starting working, check that the tractor
and the machines are standing on a fixed
horizontal base. The owner and the user are
responsible for the fact that no unauthorised
persons are in the working area. The timber
winch must be lowered to the ground when
the winch is in operation.
The steel wire should be inspected daily, and
if it is frayed it should be replaced.
Please note that steel wires, slides, end
hooks, etc. that is used in connection with
skidding timber are wearing parts and are
therefore not covered by the guarantee.
The protective supplied must be fitted before
you start the machine.
The connection pins at pos.2 page 14, must
be inspected for wear at regular intervals and
at least twice a year. If necessary they must
be replaced, since the actuating lever may
stick with worn pins.
FITTING
The forestry winch is mounted in the 3-point
linkage of the tractor.
Adjust length of top-link to prevent the
machine from hitting the driver’s cabin.
Check length of PTO shaft both in working
and transport position, shorten if necessary.
Fit the wire by leading it over the uppermost
roller onto drum.
Fix onto drum by means of the lock no. 5
page 12.
Roll out the cable completely and stretch it
while winding it onto the drum.
Screens removed for servicing the machine
must be reinstalled before the machine in
used again.
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENENCE
Lubricate the PTO shaft once daily.
Lubricate the chain once every week.
No oil on clutch lining (15509).
The turning plate at the top pulley has to be
greased once every day.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Make sure that:
- the cable is properly fixed
- the cable is not damaged
- the PTO shaft is properly mounted and
adapted in such a way that the angle of the
PTO shaft is as small as possible.
- the clutch in properly adjusted so in the fact
that the wire drum does not revolve until
the clutch line is activated.
Winching:
Lower the winch so in the fact that it stands
on the butt end plate, fit forestry chain onto
the log, and fit the forestry chain either onto
the hook or onto the slide on the cable,
position yourself in a place you have good
view, pull clutch line slowly. Do not transport
logs directly in the cable, always use forestry
chains.
Transport:
Place the logs on the chain beam and the
forestry winch. Lift the winch.

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DANGER!
Read before operation this machine!
It is the owner’s responsibility to instruct all equipment operators and support personnel in the operation of winch.
WARNING!
1) Do not attempt to operate this winch without
proper training.
2) Do not operate this machine until the owner’s
manual has been completely read and
understood.
New owner’s manual are available from your
Dealer or the factory phone + 45 98 63 21 22
(North America: 514 654 6126). If the warning
decals become illegible, new decals can also be
ordered.
3) Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power
driven parts!
4) Ensure that the cable is in good conditions before
operating the winch. If the cable breaks, parts of it
can fly both toward and away from the winch.
Ensure that all bystanders are out of reach of the
cable when the winch is used.
5) Never handle cable without shutting of power-take
off!
6) Do not transport logs direct in the cable - use the
log towing bar.
7) This machine has been constructed to skid and
push together timber that has been felled and is
lying on the ground and may not be used for other
purposes. The machine must not be used to pull
vertical trees or trees that are wedged or jammed,
as this is extremely dangerous.
8) Check moving parts. They should be fastened in
place, in good working condition and all shields
and guards must be in place.
9) Familiarize yourself with the controls and how to
stop the winch and tractor in an emergency.
10) Do not let children or incapable persons operate
the winch.
11) Do not wear loose clothing, loose sleeves,
neckties or long uncovered hair around moving
parts of machinery.
12) Park the winch and tractor on level ground for
winching.
13) Operate the winch from a control rope at least 6
m. to the side of the machine.
Do not operate the winch from the tractor seat.
14) Ensure that other people do not become
endangered when you are using the winch.
15) Do not leave the tractor running unattended.
16) Disengage the PTO an turn the tractor off before
you service the winch. Remove the keys so the
tractor cannot be started up accidentally.
17) Use only original Fransgård replacements parts,
do not make any modifications.
18) Inform everyone who works with the winch about risks and how they can avoid accidents.
19) Stay alert! Do not operate when fatigued.
20) Do not winch at sideways angles exceeding 30
degrees (see drawing).
21) Failure to heed the warnings printed on the winch
or in the owner’s manual might result serious
injury or death.
22) The tractor should not be set in motion without the
“butt ends” of the logs (that have been winched)
being raised off the ground. If this is not done and
an obstacle hits the butt end of the log (s), then
the tractor may turn over and severe injuries may
result.

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ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH
The clutch is adjusted at the factory.
If it is necessary to adjust it do so as follows:
1. Loosen lock nut no. 53 and bolt no. 54.
2. Hold lever no. 20 against stop, tighten both bolts no. 54 until slight resistance is felt.
3. Release lever no. 20, turn both bolts no. 54 3/4 turn and tighten lock nut no. 53.

Clutch Adjustment for Fransgård forestry winches.
Basic adjustment –after changing lining, chain wheel and main
shaft
5
Bolt B
Against stop
Nut C
Make sure the large 1” lock nut (Nut
C) is tightened and will not move on
the main shaft when a load is applied
on the winch.
Loosen the two clutch adjustment
bolts (Bolt B).
Get someone to pull the green cord,
so the clutch arm is up against the
welded stop (this is with the
maximum green cord pull)..
Tighten the two clutch adjustment
bolts (Bolt B) until you feel
resistance.

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V-4000

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V-6500

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Instructions for mounting the wire.
1.) Pull about 1 metre of the wire 1out through hole 2and back through hole 3and out through hole 4.
2.) Mount the wire fixing block 5(making sure that only 5 mm of the wire are introduced into the fixing
block) and fasten with the allen screw and the unbraco wrench supplied.
3.) Then pull the wire back so in fact that the wire fixing block is inside of the toothed rim and close to hole 4.