ATV Log Skidding Arch Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Main Parts of Skidding Arch .......................
Intended Use The 750-lbs. Strongway ATV Log Skidding Arch handles logs up to 16 inches in diameter. It’s ideal for use on the back of an ATV. It provides minimal snagging while keeping logs mud-free during transport. Technical Specifications Property Log Diameter (in.) Log Weight (lbs.) Tires (in.) Construction Specification 16 750 16.5 x 4.8 - 8.0 Steel Important Safety Information ⚠WARNING Read and understand all instructions.
may put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts. Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the logging dolly. Do not allow children to handle the product. ⚠WARNING PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the logging dolly. Do not use the logging dolly while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
Do not exceed the rated load capacity and rated log dimensions. Wear steel toed boots and heavy duty leather gloves while handling logs. Do not exceed speeds of 10 MPH. Do not over inflate skidding arch tires. Over inflation may cause tires to burst or the rim to separate, causing serious personal injury. Do not operate on steep inclines. Skidding arch may tip over. Do not allow riders on the logging dolly. This log skidding arch is not DOT certified. Not for public road use.
Contents of Hardware Bag Assembly Instructions ⚠WARNING Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this skidding arch until they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of how it works. Take all parts out of the shipping package and inspect components to ensure there are no missing pieces before starting to assemble. 1. Place a wheel spacer onto one shaft end of the frame dragging bar (#2) and then install the pneumatic rubber tire (#1).
2. Attach the vertical frame (#3) to the frame dragging bar (#2) with 4 sets of M12 x70 bolts, dia 12 washers, and M12 nuts. Do not tighten the nuts completely. 3. Insert the pull rod (#4) through the lock catch (#5). Connect the pull rod (#4) to the frame dragging bar (#2) and the vertical frame (#3) with 4 sets of M12 x 70 bolts, dia 12 washers, and M12 nuts. Tighten all the nuts in step 2 and step 3. 4.
5. Hook the chain (#8) to the lock catch (#5) from behind the frame dragging bar (#2). 6. Connect the skidding arch to your ATV with the coupler (#7) provided. Before Each Use ⚠WARNING • Do not modify the skidding arch in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety and could affect the life of the equipment. There are specific applications for which the skidding arch was designed. It is important to maintain the 35 PSI in the pneumatic tires at all times.
Do not exceed speeds of 10 MPH. Do not over inflate skidding arch tires. Over inflation may cause tires to burst or the rim to separate, causing serious personal injury. Do not operate on steep inclines. Skidding arch may tip over. Do not allow riders on the logging dolly. This log skidding arch is not DOT certified. Not for public road use. Not for use by or around children. 1. Place the log under the skidding arch and hold the end of the log with a timber jack (not provided). 2.
Parts Diagram Parts List Part # Description Qty.
Part # Description Qty. 13 M12×70 Bolt and Nut/Washer Set 8 14 Wheel R Pin 2 15 Wheel Spacer 2 Replacement Parts For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381. Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or "Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Strongway product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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