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Winch 2017 1
Operator's Manual for Attachment
Winch
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A36960
www.avanttecno.com
A423414 2017 1 EN 2010-

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  • Page 1 English Winch 2017 1 Operator's Manual for Attachment Winch Product number A36960 www.avanttecno.com A423414 2017 1 EN 2010-...
  • Page 2 Winch 2017 1...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Winch 2017 1 CONTENTS 1. FOREWORD ............................4 Warning symbols used in this manual ..........................5 2. DESIGNED PURPOSE OF USE ......................6 3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ATTACHMENT ............7 Safe shutdown procedure ............................ 9 Personal protective equipment ........................... 9 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................10 Safety labels and main components of the attachment..................

  • Page 4: Foreword

    If you sell or transfer the equipment, be sure to hand over this manual to the new owner. If the manual is lost or damaged, you can request a new one from your Avant dealer or from the manufacturer.

  • Page 5: Warning Symbols Used In This Manual

    5 (30) Warning symbols used in this manual The following warning symbols are used throughout this manual. They indicate factors that must be taken into account to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property: WARNING: SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This symbol means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!”...

  • Page 6: Designed Purpose Of Use

    6 (30) 2. Designed purpose of use The AVANT Winch is an attachment that is designed and manufactured to be used with AVANT multi-purpose loaders shown in Table 1. The winch is a powerful and compact hydraulic forestry and recovery winch intended for various pulling tasks.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions For Using The Attachment

    7 (30) 3. Safety instructions for using the attachment Please bear in mind that safety is the result of several factors. The loader-attachment combination is highly powerful and improper or careless use or maintenance may cause serious personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 8 8 (30)  Pay attention to the surroundings and any other persons and machines moving in the vicinity. Pay attention to the contours of the terrain and other hazards, such as branches and trees that can reach to the driver's area, loose rocks, and slippery surfaces.

  • Page 9: Safe Shutdown Procedure

    9 (30) 3.1 Safe shutdown procedure Safe stopping of the attachment, before going near the attachment: Always stop the attachment following safe stopping procedure before leaving the driver's seat. Safe stopping procedure prevents all unintentional movements of the attachment. Note that the loader boom can move down even if the engine of the loader is turned off.

  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    315 cc Maximum input of hydraulic energy: 20,0 MPa (200 bar), 30 l/min Compatible AVANT loader models: See Table 1 on page *Actual pulling force depends on the loader model and the amount of wire rope on the drum. 4.1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment Listed below are the labels and markings on the attachment.
  • Page 11 11 (30) Table 3 - Decal locations and warning messages Decal Warning message Misuse hazard - Read instructions before 1 A36771 use. Crushing hazard - Do not go under a 2 A36772 raised attachment; stay away from raised equipment. Entanglement hazard, keep clear of 3 A46801 moving components.

  • Page 12: Attaching The Attachment

    If your loader is not listed in Table 1 on page 6, ask your Avant dealer before using this attachment. Crushing risk - Make sure that an unlocked attachment will not move or fall over.

  • Page 13: Connecting And Disconnecting The Hydraulic Hoses

    5.1 Connecting and disconnecting the hydraulic hoses On Avant loaders the hydraulic hoses are connected using the multi connector system. If you have an Avant 300-700 series loader with the conventional quick couplers and wish to change to the multi connector system, contact your Avant dealer or service point for instructions or installation services.
  • Page 14 14 (30) Keep all fittings as clean as possible; use the protective caps on both the attachment and the loader. Dirt, ice, etc. may make using the fittings significantly more difficult. Never leave the hoses hanging on the ground; place the couplings onto the holder on the attachment.

  • Page 15: Install The Safety Net

    15 (30) 5.2 Install the safety net Install the safety net before you use the winch. The safety net is intended to stop a loose or broken wire rope, preventing it from reaching the operator. Slide the safety net to the winch so that it is tilted forward, as shown in the adjacent figures.

  • Page 16: Instructions For Use

    16 (30) 6. Instructions for use Practise the use of the attachment and the controls of the loader in a safe area. If you are unfamiliar with the particular loader model, it is recommended to practice its use without any attachments. Risk of tipping over - Keep winch close to the ground.

  • Page 17: Checks Before Use

    17 (30) 6.1 Checks before use  Check that the safety net is in place, see page 15.  Check the condition of the wire rope and the hook. Do not use the winch if you suspect any damage. Do a thorough inspection regularly. See page 6 for more information. ...

  • Page 18: Correct Use

    18 (30) 6.3 Correct use For your safety, follow the instructions and recommendations regarding correct use of the winch. This forestry and recovery winch is intended only for pulling of loads. Never use the winch for lifting purposes. Operate the winch only from the driver’s seat - Risk of impact from wire rope. The safety net must be installed to protect the operator's station in case wire rope breaks loose.

  • Page 19: How To Handle The Wire Rope

    19 (30) 6.3.2 How to handle the wire rope The wire rope and its hook are vital for the safety of the winch. Handle them with care. If the wire rope or the hook are damaged, they must be replaced before the winch can be used. The service life of the wire rope depends heavily on how it is used and maintained.
  • Page 20 20 (30) To start the winch: Move the auxiliary hydraulics control lever away from the locking position to pull with the winch.  Start the winch with lowest possible speed. Use low loader engine rpm and one auxiliary hydraulics pump, if applicable. ...
  • Page 21 21 (30) Stop pulling with the winch immediately if you notice any of the following:  the wire rope tends to form a loop or a tight turn  the wire rope is against a sharp corner  the wire rope is coiled unevenly on the drum ...
  • Page 22 22 (30) DON'T Always make sure to pull only from the front direction. Never pull load from the side. The loader can tip over or move sideways. Lower the winch close to the ground before you start the Keep the winch close to the ground. Loader can tip winch.

  • Page 23: Vehicle Recovery Use

    23 (30) 6.5 Vehicle recovery use If you use the winch to pull the loader itself, lock the wire rope securely to a heavy object. You can use the drive function of the loader simultaneously with the winch as necessary. If you use a sheave or a pulley, secure the wire rope on the tie-down point on the frame of the loader.

  • Page 24: Maintenance And Service

    Finding any fault means that the hydraulic hose or component must be replaced and the equipment must not be used until it is repaired. Spare parts are available from your nearest AVANT retailer or authorised service point. Leave the repair work to professional service technicians, if you don’t have adequate knowledge and...

  • Page 25: Cleaning Of The Winch

    25 (30) 7.2 Cleaning of the winch Clean the external surfaces of the attachment regularly. Pressure washer is not recommended. The wire rope must not be deliberately soaked in water or sprayed with water. Do not use solvents. Wipe the wire rope clean and dry with a cloth if it has become dirty or wet. Dirt will have an adverse effect on the wire and its service life.

  • Page 26: Fastening Of The Wire Rope

    26 (30) 7.5 Fastening of the wire rope The wire rope is fixed on the reel with two shackles. Sufficient tightness of the shackles is important, so that the wire rope will not come off from the reel during pulling. To lower the stress applied on the shackles do not unwind the reel completely, but leave at least three rounds of rope on the reel.

  • Page 27: Warranty Terms

    27 (30) 8. Warranty terms Avant Tecno Oy grants a warranty of one year (12 months) from the date of purchase for the attachment it manufactures. The warranty covers repair costs as follows:  Work costs are covered, if the repair is not performed at the factory.
  • Page 28 Hydraulisk vinsch; arbetsredskap för Avant lastare Hydraulisk vinsj; redskap for Avant minilastere A36960 Hydraulisk spil; redskab til Avant Minilæssere Hydraulic forestry winch; attachment for Avant loaders 31.8.2017 Ylöjärvi, Finland Risto Käkelä, Toimitusjohtaja / Verkställande direktör / Administrerende direktør / Managing Director...

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