Operating Hints - Wallenstein LXT95 Operator's Manual

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OPERATING HINTS:

When unloading follow the procedures under section 5.1.
General:
• Delimb all tree trunks to make it easier and safer
for loading, transporting and unloading
• Be sure the trailer is always securely attached to
the tow vehicle. This provides required stability
when loading / unloading heavy logs.
• Stay away from overhead power lines to prevent
serious injury or death from electrocution.
Remember, electrocution can occur without
direct contact.
• Always fully extend the stabilizers to provide
stability to the machine during operation. Be
sure the area under the stabilizers can provide
the required support.
• Position the grapple / trailer as close to the
landing zone as possible. This will make
manoeuvring the grapple easier especially with
heavy logs.
Rugged Terrain:
The machine can be used in a variety of conditions
including rugged terrain. We recommend that the
area be clear and the ground be firm and level.
In cases where that is not possible:
• Ensure that the stabilizer feet have
firm footing (use planks or stabilizer
pads).
• Use the stabilizers to keep the boom
and trailer as level as possible.
• Apply parking brakes of the tow
vehicle, for extra stability.
• Place chocks in front of and behind
the tow vehicle and the trailer tires
to limit the chance of movement.
• Be extra cautious and use common
sense.
IMPORTANT
For safe and efficient operation follow the
Boom safety procedures in Section 2.6.
Slopes:
Use the area at the top of the slope and use a winch
to winch logs to your position. Ensure that the area
is clear and the ground is firm and level.
Exercise caution when winching, the trailer should
always be positioned up hill of the log. Winching
downhill is hazardous and may result in the log
rolling and striking the operator.
In cases where that is not possible, and working on
the slope is required:
• Always position the trailer going up and down
the slope rather than across to eliminate the
chance to tip the unit over.
• Ensure that the stabilizer feet have firm footing
(use planks or stabilizer pads).
• Apply parking brakes of the tow vehicle, for
extra stability.
• Place chocks in front of and behind the tow
vehicle and the trailer tires to limit the chance
of movement.
• Be extra cautious and use common sense.
Level boom
Wheel chock
Stabilizer pad
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