HUSTLER MDV Operator's Manual page 32

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A. Occupant Protective Structure
Figure 3-17
Seat Belt Maintenance
The seat belts used on the Hustler
emergency locking retractable type. Figure 3-18
Inspect the seat belt system (all seat, seat belt parts, and
seat platform) daily prior to operation for signs of any dam-
age. Replace any parts with signs of:
• cuts,
• fraying,
• extreme or unusual wear,
• significant discoloration due to UV exposure,
• dirt or stiffness,
• abrasion to the seat belt webbing,
• damage to the buckle, latch plate or hardware,
• any other problem.
Use soap and water to clean the seat belt. Do not use car-
bon tetrachloride, naphtha, or other chemical cleaning
agents, as these will weaken the webbing. For the same rea-
son, do not bleach or dye the webbing. Replace the seat belt
if worn or damaged.
Possible Damage to Occupant Protective Structure
If the unit has rolled over or the occupant protective struc-
ture has been in some other type of accident (such as hitting
an overhead object during transport), replace the occupant
protective structure to retain the best protection.
Following an accident, check the occupant protective
structure, the operator's seat, the seat belt, seat belt mount-
ings and seat platform for possible damage. Before operat-
ing the vehicle, replace all damaged parts.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to weld or straighten the
OPS.
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MDV™ are a three point
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A. Seat belt
Figure 3-18
The occupant protective structure's protective
capability may be impaired by structural damage,
overturn or alteration. Do not remove or alter any
of the occupant protective structure parts. Do not
attempt to weld, drill, grind, cut or straighten the
occupant protective structure. Failure to adhere to
these instructions could result in severe injury or
death.
If the occupant protective structure is replaced,
make sure to use the new hardware supplied with
the replacement OPS and apply the recommended
torque values to the attaching bolts.
OPS Inspection
Inspect the OPS after the first 20 hours of operation. Fol-
lowing the initial inspection, check the OPS after every 500
hours of operation or every six months, whichever comes
first.
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B. Seat belt latch
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