Operating Hints - Wallenstein LXT95 Operator's Manual

Operating Instructions

6.12 Operating Hints

Review Jobsite Safety on page 34.
General
• Delimb all logs 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. 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 maneuvering the grapple easier
especially with heavy logs.
Rugged Terrain
The machine can be used in a variety of conditions including
rugged terrain. The area must be clear, and the ground be firm
and level.
In cases where that is not possible:
• Make sure 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.
Working on Slopes
Park at the top of the slope and winch logs to your position.
Make sure that the area is clear, and the ground is firm and level.
Exercise caution when winching. The trailer should always be
positioned uphill from 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.
• Make sure 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.
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LXT95 / LXT115
Log Trailer & Grapple
Fig. 47 – Setup
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