HUSTLER Super 104 Operator's Manual page 25

Inspect the area prior to mowing for proper overhead
clearance (tree limbs, guy wires, doorways, etc).
Do not contact any overhead object with the ROPS.
Seat belt maintenance
Inspect the seat belt system (all seat, seat belt parts, and
seat platform) daily prior to mowing for signs of any damage.
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
carbon tetrachloride, naphtha, or other chemical cleaning
agents, as these will weaken the webbing. For the same
reason, do not bleach or dye the webbing. Replace the seat
belt if worn or damaged.
Possible damage to 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), replace the ROPS to retain the best
protection.
Following an accident, check the ROPS, the operator's seat,
the seat belt, seat belt mountings and seat platform for
possible damage. Before operating the machine, replace all
damaged parts.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to weld or straighten the
ROPS.
The ROPS structure's protective capability may be
impaired by structural damage, overturn or
alteration. Do not remove or alter any of the ROPS
parts. Do not attempt to weld or straighten ROPS.
Failure to adhere to these instructions could result
in severe injury or death.
If the ROPS is replaced, make sure to use the
proper hardware and apply the recommended
torque values to the attaching bolts.
ROPS Inspection
Inspect the ROPS after the first 20 hours of operation.
Following the initial inspection, check the ROPS after every
500 hours of operation or every six months, whichever comes
first.
Check the torque of the ROPS mounting bolts. Tighten the
bolts to the correct torques as shown below if necessary.
Figure 3-8
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Inspect the operator's seat and the mounting parts for the
seat belt. Tighten the bolts to the correct torque as shown
below if necessary and replace parts that show wear or
damage.
Check the seat latch to make sure it is secured and
functioning properly. Adjust or repair it as necessary.
Never operate the mower with the seat latch un-
installed and improperly secured. The seat
platform must be securely latched to prevent seat
from moving/tilting in the event of mower tipping
or rollover.
Torque values are given below:
ROPS mounting bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 . . . . . . 99
Seat belt mounting hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 . . . . . . 50
A
A. ROPS mounting bolts
B. ROPS post
3-5
ft-lbs
B
Figure 3-8
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REV B