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3.
Seat belts shall be used and shall be properly fastened
about the operator's waist at all times, except when the
ROPS or OPDs are:
a.
Not properly installed and/or not properly secured
onto the machine.
b.
Damaged in such manner that their structural
integrity has been compromised.
c.
Not in their fully upright and locked position.
4.
Seat belts are attached to the movable portion of the seat
when suspension seats are utilized, and therefore the seat-
mounting base must be secured to its pivot means and the
pivot means latched to the frame of the machine. Seat belts
are attached to the seat or the frame of the machine when
non-suspension (standard) seats are provided, however, if
a suspension kit is added to a seat, the seat belt must be
attached to the movable portion of the seat or suspension
mechanism, the seat-mounting base must be secured to its
pivot means, and the pivot means be latched to the frame
of the machine.
DANGER:
missing, seat belts shall not be fastened. Worn or
damaged seat belt assemblies must be replaced
prior to operator use.
5.
Brush Guards and canopies can afford additional
protection for the operator. The Brush Guard can deflect
tree limbs, clothes lines, and other obstacles that otherwise
could come in contact with the ROPS and OPDs. Contact
of ROPS and OPDs by items such as tree limbs, clothes
lines, guy wires, and buildings, could create hazardous
conditions whereby the machine could experience a tip-
over or roll-over. The canopy can provide protection for
the operator from some environmental exposure (sunlight,
rain, etc.). Work lights may be available.
6.
The ROPS and seat belt are integral parts of this machine
and should not be tampered with, modified in any manner,
or removed.
7.
The ROPS extends above and behind the operator position,
and therefore the operator must be aware of potential
contact of the ROPS with items such as trees, buildings,
doorways, clothes lines, utility wires, etc., that could cause
the machine to upset or rollover. Use caution in (or avoid)
areas where the ROPS could come in contact with any
structures, trees, etc.
8.
The ROPS and seat belt add additional mass that elevates
the machine's Center of Gravity (C.G.) which negatively
affects the machine's stability and traction. Use extra
caution when operating on slopes.
9.
Inspect the ROPS and seat belt assemblies on a regular
basis for damage and improper operation. Replace all
components that are damaged or are not functioning
properly with authorized replacement parts.
10.
Fail
ure to use the seat belt properly could result in serious
injury or death if an accidental overturn occurs. In order
for the ROPS to be effective, the seat belt must be securely
fastened around the operator at all times when the
operator is on the machine. Contact with the ROPS during
an overturn could cause serious injury or death.
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11.
The ROPS will not prevent the machine from upsets or roll
overs.
12.
Only approved attachments should be used on this
machine.
Hydraulic Devices and Systems
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient force
to penetrate skin and to cause serious injury. If foreign fluid is
injected into the skin, it must be surgically removed within a few
hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury, or gangrene
may result.
WARNING:
Keep body and hands away from
pinholes or nozzles that could eject hydraulic fluid
under high pressure. Use paper or cardboard, not
hands, to search for leaks!
Safely relieve all pressure in the system before performing any
work on the system, and make sure that:
•
The ignition switch is OFF
•
The key is removed
•
The engine spark plug wire(s) removed
•
All connections to the negative terminal of the battery are
removed
•
The park brake is set
•
All by-pass valves, if so equipped, are open
•
Hydrau
lic controls are actuated to release pressure on
pumps, cylinders, etc. If "float" positions are available, they
should be used.
After the above operations are completed, it should be safe to
begin disconnecting the lines or components. It is still a good
idea to cover the connection with a cloth shield and then gently
loosen connections.
WARNING:
Make sure all hydraulic fluid
connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and
lines are in good condition before applying pressure
to the system.
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Safe Handling of Gasoline:
1.
To av
oid personal injury or property damage use extreme
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious
personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on
yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin
and change clothes immediately.
a.
Use only an approved gasoline container.
b.
To prevent static discharge, never fill containers
inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a
plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground
away from your vehicle before filling.
c.
When practical, remove gas-powered equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on
a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
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