ROPS
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Bolts
Bolts
ROPS
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when the ROPS is in the lowered position. Use the ROPS in the “folded” position only when it is absolutely necessary.
WARNING: Do not operate the mower with the ROPS folded (lowered position) as a standard oper- ating mode. A folded ROPS does not provide roll- over protection.
WARNING: Always wear your seat belt unless the tractor is not equipped with a ROPS or safety cab or if the ROPS is folded down. In this case, the seat belt should never be worn.
WARNING: To minimize chance of injury or death
from rollover: keep ROPS in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt.
Never operate machine on a slope with the ROPS folded down (lowered position).
There is no roll over protection when the ROPS is in the lowered position.
Lower the ROPS only when absolutely necessary. Drive slowly and carefully. Raise the ROPS as soon as clearance permits. Read and follow slope opera- tion instructions and warnings.
Do not wear seat belt when the ROPS is in the low- ered position.
WARNING: Always pull from the tractor hitch. Do not attach chains or ropes to the ROPS for pulling purposes,as the machine can tip backwards.
Always fasten seat belt during operation of the machine with ROPS in “raised/up” position. Figure
Inspect the area to be mowed for proper overhead clearance (tree limbs, guy wires, doorways, etc)
Do not contact any overhead object with the ROPS. Inspect the seat belt system (all seat, seat belt parts, seat pan
and seat pan latch) daily prior to mowing for signs of any damage. These parts should be replaced if any parts indicate signs of:
1.cuts
2.fraying
3.extreme or unusual wear
4.significant discoloration due to UV exposure
5.dirt or stiffness
6.abrasion to the seat belt webbing
7.damage to the buckle, latch plate or hardware.
8.or any other problem
If the seat belt is to be cleaned, use soap and water. Do not use carbon tetrachloride, naphtha, etc., as these will weaken the webbing. For the same reason, do not bleach or dye the webbing. Replace seat belt if worn or damaged.
Possible damage to the ROPS
If the unit has rolled over or the ROPS has been in some other type of accident (such as hitting an overhead object during transport), the ROPS must be replaced to retain the best protection.
Following an accident, check the ROPS, the operator’s seat, and the seat belt and seat belt mountings for possible damage, Before operating the machine, replace all damaged parts.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to weld or straighten the ROPS.
WARNING: If the ROPS or cab is removed or replaced, make sure that the proper hardware is used and the recommended torque values are applied to the attaching bolts.
WARNING: The ROPS structure’s protective capability may be impaired by structural dam-
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