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SKIDDING WINCH W30F OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND SPARE PARTS MANUAL PLEASE READ THE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE FROM MACHINE: 300000014 INSTRUCTION MANUAL A-EN-300000014-CS...
FARMI FOREST REPRESENTATIVES ................................. 38 When ordering spare parts, please indicate the serial number of your machine can be found on the machine plate, spare parts order number, description and quantity required. Example. W30F, 94624046, torsion spring, 2 pc W30F...
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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Original declaration of conformity Manufacturer: Farmi Forest Corporation Kilpivirrantie 7, FIN-74120 IISALMI, Finland Person authorized to compile the technical documentation: Name: Petri Pelkonen Address: Kilpivirrantie 7, FIN-74120 IISALMI, Finland Commercial name: Farmi Machine denomination: Skidding winch...
In FARMI winches, there are two different kinds of brakes: models W30F, W35R and W50R are operated with ratchet brake and models W35F, W50B, W60B and W86B with automatically switched on band brake.
30 days after the receipt of the product to get full product warranty and additional information on your product. CUSTOMER FEEDBACK We are happy to receive your opinions and suggestions for improvements https://shop.farmiforest.fi/contactus. All implemented suggestions for improvements will be rewarded. W30F...
9. Before starting up or using the machine, ensure that it cannot cause a risk to other people or property. 10. Perform a safety check on the machine before every use. If you observe any faults or deficiencies, repair the machine immediately. W30F...
6. Look out for moving parts when the machine is in operation. 7. Secure the machine against unauthorized and accidental operation (e.g. moving when parked) whenever it is left unattended. 8. Never leave the machine running unattended. 9. Avoid causing fast, stroke-like loading. W30F...
Safety systems may never be bypassed. 6. Check the main hydraulic parts daily, and always after a fault. Replace any damaged parts immediately. 7. If a component is damaged, clean it before repairing it. Do not use solvents when cleaning parts. W30F...
13. Ensure the wire cable is as short as possible during transport. 14. The winch may only be used for winching and hauling. Do not use the winch for lifting loads. Noise from the winch exceeds 70 dBs in operation. Wear ear protection! WARNING W30F...
STICKERS AND PLATES These plates and stickers must be found on the winch. Replace missing plates or stickers immediately. 1. Machine plate W30F (200005000) 2. Note! See manual for operation and maintenance. (41014750) W30F...
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Before doing maintenance work turn off the motor, remove the ignition key and disengage the P.T.O. Accident danger! Keep the safety equipment where it belongs. Winding danger! Do not wear too loose clothes and keep the hair bound inside the cap. W30F...
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Do not stand in front of the winch when working. Stand on the side at a distance of at least 6 ft from the winch. Crushing danger! Do not winch downhill. 6. FARMI-sticker (200006179) 7. Sticker W30F (40147270) 8. Maximum hydraulic pressure (41015580) W30F...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION W30F Tractive power Cable drum empty (Maximum) 35 kN Cable drum full (Minimum) 13 kN Cable capacity 50 m of ø 8 mm (164 ft of 5/16”) cable 1,96 kN/mm 2 Ultimate strength of the cable Winching speed...
Mounting in the tractor must be steady, with steel slabs bolted or welded at tractor frame or front weight frame, provided the front frame is strong enough. The hydraulic winch W30F can also be mounted to the front linkage using a three-point hitch.
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Keep the cable loaded with approx. 100 kg when spooling the cable to the reel (see fig. 4). Keep the cable clamped to the reel side with using a block of wood, so that first layer spools tightly in order (see fig. 5). Fig. 4. Spooling the cable W30F...
3. the side limits are locked and slack removed from the lifting arm. CONTROLS Get acquainted with the controllers of the winch before the use, tests the stopping functions of the winch and the tractor and all other functions. Each function has to be in perfect condition. WARNING! W30F...
Always position the tractor on a flat ground in line with the direction of the pull (see fig. 7.). Avoid working in steep terrain. Ensure nothing is blocking the path of trees. b. Avoid an unnecessarily strong pulls, the tractor may roll over. Adjust the tractors rpm’s according to the conditions. W30F...
2. The winch has a lower diverting pulley (accessory). The main use of the lower diverting pulley is to lower the pulling point. This enables larger loads to be skidded out. For skidding out the load the cable is transferred to the lower diverting pulley. W30F...
Do not wind too fast. Stop winching when the logs are at about 1,5-3 m (5-10 ft) from the tractor. Release the latch by pulling slightly on the clutch rope. g. Install the cable on the lower diverting pulley. W30F...
2. Turn off the P.T.O. 3. In case the W30F skidding winch is mounted on the front linkage, lift the three-point hitch until the log ends are lifted off the ground (fig. 11 and 12).
The cable should be run under lower diverting pulley and locked in place for transportation of the winch. MAINTENANCE SAFETY Disengage the P.T.O and turn the tractor off before you service the winch, remove the keys so the tractor cannot be started up accidentally. DANGER! W30F...
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3. Grease the roller chain lightly (not with oil) after every 50 working hours (see fig. 16). Use spray type, hardening chain grease. Wipe off the excessive grease. Fig. 15. The clutch puller lubrifaction Fig. 16. The roller chain lubrifaction W30F...
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1. Loosen the two bolts holding the chain tightener (11/16” or 17 mm wrench). 2. Adjust the chain tightness by moving the chain tightener towards or away from center. 3. Tighten the nuts. 4. Check that the chain tightener runs on the rollers. 5. NOTE! Do not over tighten the chain. W30F...
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The brake should not be adjusted so that it is hard to pull out the rope. Tightening the brake: • turn the adjustment nut B down. Loosening the brake: • turn the adjustment nut B up. W30F...
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4. Remove the two bolts (fig. 21 pos. A) at the upper edge of the cover plate. Socket size 24 mm (15/16”). 5. Remove the drum axle nut (fig. 21 pos. C) and the washer. Socket size 36 mm (1 7/16”) 6. Pull out the winch mechanism. Weight about 50 kg (110 lbs). Fig. 21. Removing the winch mechanism W30F...
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5. Retighten the bolts and nuts in the reverse order of the winch mechanism disassembly (i.e. in the order C, A, B). Do not tighten the bolts A and B until all components have been installed. Bolt C is tightened first. Fig. 22. Reassembling of the clutch engagement halves Fig. 23. Correct positioning of the thrust bearings W30F...
Disassemble and clean the parts. Clutch too loosely adjusted Adjustment of the clutch. See chapter ”Clutch adjustment” load The latch has become Re-engage the latch. spontaneously disengaged or worn. The Replace defective components. slipping finger flange fingers of the reel are worn. W30F...
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M20, 8.8ZN, DIN 934 11 52062114 Hex screw M16x40, 8.8ZN, DIN 933 12 52110079 Hex nut HEX NUT, M16, 8.8ZN, DIN 934 13 54824099 Rope D = 6mm, L = 3365mm, white 14 54824115 Rope D = 5mm, L = 3315mm, blue W30F...
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Drum lock latch 94611019 Extension spring DU12 DL1,5 L55 52060050 Hex screw M6x40, 8.8ZN, DIN 933 52110020 Hex nut M6, 8.8ZN, DIN 934 56001902 Hydraulic motor MP 160 SH D 52062031 Hex screw M12x40, 8.8ZN, DIN 933 43190370 Fastener W30F...
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Belt for TP14 30118120 Self-releasing pulley, max. 3,5 t, without belt 54817077 Notched hook 54827019 Skidding chain L = 2,0 m 54827043 Skidding chain L = 2,4 m 54813159 Choker (cable 8-12 mm) 200006142A Steel Rope with hook, D=8mm, L=50m W30F...
Send faulty parts, carriage paid to the manufacturer for inspection. The reseller of the product helps on that. Repairs will be conducted by Farmi Forest Oy or an authorized expert. The warranty is valid only if the product has been registered according to the manufacturer’s instructions within 30 days of receipt of the product.
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Farmi Forest Kilpivirrantie 7 74120 IISALMI FINLAND W30F...
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