Synthetic Winch Rope Maintenance - Wallenstein LXT95 Operator's Manual

LXT95 / LXT115
Log Loader Trailer
9.7.4 Syncronize the LXT115 Electric
Brake System
WARNING!
Before a road test, make sure that the area is
clear of vehicles and pedestrians. Failure to
brake safely can result in a collision and severe
injury to yourself and/or other people.
IMPORTANT! For safe brake performance and
synchronization, read the brake controller manufacturer's
information before you start the synchronization procedure.
1. Make sure that the brake controller is set up correctly.
For instructions, see the brake controller manufacturer's
information.
2. Make sure that the brakes are burnished.
For instructions, see Burnish the Brakes on page 70.
3. On a dry, paved road that has no sand or gravel on it, drive
20 mph (32 kph), and then brake to a hard stop.
4. Repeat step 3 several times and notice how the machine
behaves.
5. Do one of the following:
- If the brakes lock and slide, use the brake controller to
decrease the gain setting.
- If the brakes do not slide, use the brake controller to
increase the gain setting a small amount.
6. If the brake controller applies the machine brakes before the
tow vehicle brakes, adjust the brake controller settings.
For correct brake performance, set the brake controller to
apply the machine brakes a small distance before the tow
vehicle brakes.
For instructions, see the brake controller information.
7. Test the tow vehicle and machine to make sure that the
synchronization is correct. Synchronization is correct when
the machine does not have unusual movement or push the
tow vehicle when the brakes are applied.
9.8 Synthetic Winch Rope
Maintenance
Replace a synthetic winch rope with the correct
type of synthetic rope. Use of an incorrect type
of synthetic rope can result in the rope breaking
and causing personal injury. For information
about the correct replacement synthetic winch
rope, see the Wallenstein Equipment Parts
Manual.
IMPORTANT! Heat and exposure to ultra-violet (UV) light
break down the fibers of synthetic rope, which weakens the
rope and makes it brittle over time. Frequent use in mud,
dirt, and sandy conditions can also damage a synthetic rope
if it is not thoroughly cleaned and cared for.
The information in this section applies to the hydraulic winch
accessory (sold separately).
9.8.1 Examine the Synthetic Winch Rope
Check the entire synthetic winch rope for wear and spool it
neatly (under tension) after every use. Check the synthetic
winch rope for cut strands, fraying parts, abrasion, or heat
damage from the winch. After some use, all winch ropes get a
small amount of fuzz on them from abrasion. This is normal.
However, if an entire strand is cut, the synthetic winch
rope must be replaced or repaired. All strands must in good
condition (not damaged) for the synthetic winch rope to work
correctly and be strong.
9.8.2 Clean the Synthetic Winch Rope
When dirt and grit become lodged between the strands of the
synthetic winch rope, they cause abrasion to the fibers when the
winch rope is used to pull logs. Over time, this can cause the
synthetic winch rope to lose integrity and strength.
1. Unspool and remove the entire rope from the winch.
2. Put the rope on a clean surface.
3. Use a water hose to rinse the rope.
4. To remove dirt and grit from the strands:
a. Fill a bucket with water and mild soap.
b. Place the rope in the bucket.
c. Put a clean towel beside the bucket for the clean portion
of the rope to go on.
d. Starting at one end of the rope, push the rope strands
together to open them up and rinse between them.
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