Wallenstein FXP Series Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
FXP Series
Skidding Plate
Rev Mar-2021
Part Number: Z97031_En

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL FXP Series Skidding Plate Rev Mar-2021 Part Number: Z97031_En...
  • Page 2: Foreword

    Operator's Manual. plate! Units of measurement in Wallenstein Equipment technical FXP Series skidding plates are designed to raise the front-end of manuals are written as: US Customary (SI metric). logs off the ground. This reduces damage to the bark and trails,...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FXP20, FXP30 Foreword Skidding Plate Table of Contents 1. Foreword ..............2 1.1 Introduction ............2 1.2 Delivery Inspection Report ........4 1.3 Serial Number Location ........5 1.4 Types of Decals on the Equipment .....6 2. Safety ..............7 2.1 Safety Alert Symbol ..........7 2.2 Signal Words ............7 2.3 Why SAFETY is important ........7 2.4 Safety Rules ............8...
  • Page 4: Delivery Inspection Report

    Foreword Skidding Plate 1.2 Delivery Inspection Report Wallenstein FXP Series Skidding Plate www.wallensteinequipment.com To activate the warranty, register your product at: This form must be filled out by the dealer, and then signed by the dealer and customer at the time of delivery.
  • Page 5: Serial Number Location

    Foreword Skidding Plate 1.3 Serial Number Location Always provide the model and serial number of your Wallenstein product when ordering parts or requesting service or other information. This information is found on the serial number plate shown in the illustration below.
  • Page 6: Types Of Decals On The Equipment

    Product Decals indicate the equipment model and serial number, and other important information. Equipment Manufactured by: Wallenstein Equipment Inc., 7201 Line 86, Wallenstein ON N0B2S0, Canada When getting familiar with the Wallenstein product, notice MODEL: ########## TYPE OF VEHICLE/TYPE DE VEHICLE:...
  • Page 7: Safety

    YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance DANGER – of your Wallenstein Skidding Plate. YOU must make sure that anyone who is going to use, maintain or work around the Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, skidding plate is familiar with the operating and maintenance will result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 8: Safety Rules

    Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of attached can often be noisy enough to Wallenstein products. Unfortunately, efforts to provide safe cause permanent, partial hearing loss. equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act.
  • Page 9: Safe Condition

    FXP20, FXP30 Safety Skidding Plate 2.6 Safe Condition References are made to safe condition throughout this manual. What this means is, parking the equipment in a manner that makes it safe to load, service, maintain, or store. Complete the following to place the equipment in a Safe Condition before loading, performing any service, maintenance work, or storage preparation: 1.
  • Page 10: Sign-Off Form

    FXP20, FXP30 Safety Skidding Plate 2.7 Sign-Off Form Anyone using this equipment must read and thoroughly understand all of the Safety, Operation, and Maintenance information in this manual. An untrained operator should never use this equipment. To help document this training, the sign-off sheet provided below can be used.
  • Page 11: Safety Signs

    FXP20, FXP30 Safety Skidding Plate 2.8 Safety Signs 2.8.1 Safety Sign Locations Practicing good safety means becoming familiar with safety The top (or left-hand) panel on the decal shows the safety alert signs and warnings and being aware of the situations that (the potential hazard), and the bottom (or right-hand) panel require alertness.
  • Page 12: Replacing Damaged Safety Signs

    FXP20, FXP30 Safety Skidding Plate 2.8.2 Safety Sign Explanations IMPORTANT! Safety signs must always be replaced if they become damaged, are removed, or become illegible. 1. Caution! See the operator's manual. Read ALL Safety signs are included in the product decal kit available from operating instructions in the manual and your authorized dealer.
  • Page 13: Familiarization

    FXP20, FXP30 Familiarization Skidding Plate 3. Familiarization 3.1 To the New Operator 3.3 Training It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read this Each operator must be trained in the correct set-up and manual and to train all other operators before they start working operating procedures before operating the equipment.
  • Page 14: Skidding Plate Components

    FXP20, FXP30 Familiarization Skidding Plate 3.6 Skidding Plate Components FXP20 FXP30 01600 Fig. 4 – Skidding Plate Components 1. Mast 6. Main frame 2. Chain holder 7. Ball-mount hitch kit 3. Toplink pin with lynch pin 8. Saddle-grab hook 4. Operator's Manual container 9.
  • Page 15: Installation

    Skidding Plate 4. Installation 4.1 Attaching to a Tractor IMPORTANT! FXP Series skidding plates are not quick hitch compatible (including the iMatch™ quick-hitch). • FXP20 model three-point hitch is Category I. • FXP30 model three-point hitch is Category I and II.
  • Page 16: Removing From A Tractor

    9. At the slowest speed, drive the tractor forward, away from the skidding plate. 4.3 Ball-mount Hitch FXP Series skidding plates include a heavy-duty ball-mount hitch that fits into the 2-inch square receiver. Attach the ball-mount hitch using the implement pin, and then install the cotter pin to secure it.
  • Page 17: Operating Instructions

    5.3.1 Choker Chain Pre-start Checklist Choker chains are available as an accessory. For more information, contact an authorized dealer or Wallenstein Equipment. Make sure that all the components are in place and secured as designed (see page 14).
  • Page 18 W095 Synthetic chokers are available as an accessory. These chokers weigh less than a choker chain and are easier to handle; however, they are more susceptible to abrasion. For more information, contact an authorized dealer or Wallenstein Equipment.
  • Page 19: Skidding Logs

    FXP20, FXP30 Operating Instructions Skidding Plate 5.4 Skidding Logs Points to remember: • Keep the pulling point as low as possible. • Raise the skidding plate (and logs) above the ground to clear obstacles. • Be cautious of hills, boulders, and rough terrain. Procedure 1.
  • Page 20: Service And Maintenance

    FXP20, FXP30 Service and Maintenance Skidding Plate 6. Service and Maintenance 6.3 Storage WARNING! Do not risk personal injury by working in an After the season's use or when the skidding plate is not going be unsafe situation. Make sure that the work used for a period of time, place it in storage.
  • Page 21: Transport

    FXP20, FXP30 Service and Maintenance Skidding Plate 6.4 Transport IMPORTANT! Make sure that the skidding plate is raised off the ground before transport. • Comply with local laws governing safety and transport of machinery on public roads. • Do not exceed a safe travel speed. Slow down for rough terrain.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    FXP20, FXP30 Specifications Skidding Plate 7. Specifications 7.1 Equipment Specifications Specification FXP20 FXP30 Engine range Up to 40 hp (30 kW) Up to 80 hp (60 kW) Saddle-grab hooks Weight 98 lb (44 kg) 216 lb (98 kg) Equipment dimensions 35"...
  • Page 23: Common Bolt Torque Values

    FXP20, FXP30 Specifications Skidding Plate 7.2 Common Bolt Torque Values Checking Bolt Torque Imperial Bolt Torque Specifi   cations The tables shown give correct torque values for various Torque Value bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the torque Bolt values specified in the table, unless indicated otherwise. SAE Gr.
  • Page 24: Product Warranty

    Product Warranty Skidding Plate 8. Product Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY Wallenstein products are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of Five Years for Consumer Use Two Years for Commercial/Rental Use from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance with the opera�ng...
  • Page 25: Index

    FXP20, FXP30 Index Skidding Plate 9. Index Attaching a Log ..............17 Pre-start Checks ............... 17 Choker Chain ............... 17 Product Labels ..............6 Logging Tongs ............. 18 Synthetic Choker ............18 Attaching to a Tractor ............15 Removing from a Tractor ........... 16 Replace Damaged Safety Signs ........
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