Fops (Falling Object Protective Structure); Seatbelts; Checks Before Starting The Vehicle; Starting The Vehicle - Fiori DB 460 Use And Maintenance Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

3.1.12 FOPS (FALLING OBJECT PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE)

- The FOPS structure is installed to protect the operator from objects falling from heights.
- If the structure is damaged or modifi ed without the Manufacturer's permission, its stability will be reduced. In
this case, it will no longer be able to correctly perform its protective function and must be replaced.
- If the structure has been involved in an accident, do not use the vehicle until the structure has been replaced
or inspected by qualifi ed personnel.
The FOPS structure cannot be installed on the vehicle as a standard part, as it is only required for certain types
of work.

3.1.13 SEATBELTS

- Check that the seatbelts do not show any sign of fraying or cuts and that they have not been subjected to
heavy strain (overturning) in which case they need to be replaced.
- Keep the seatbelts correctly positioned on the seat, do not let them get twisted and do not alter or modify
them in any way. Always keep them clean.
- Choose the most comfortable driving position in relation to your build.
- Adjust the seat position. Check functioning of the adjuster, the buckle and the winders (where fi tted) and the
method that allows checking that the seatbelts are locked. Adjust the seatbelt tension so that it holds you in
place at the level of the hips leaving your abdomen completely free.
- Do not start work before having checked these safety conditions.

3.1.14 CHECKS BEFORE STARTING THE VEHICLE

- It is prohibited to start or operate the vehicle IF IT IS NOT IN PERFECT WORKING CONDITIONS (e.g. faulty
or malfunctioning).
- Before using the vehicle, make sure that there is no dangerous condition.
- Also check that you have enough fuel so as not to run the risk of being forced to stop, perhaps during a criti-
cal manoeuvre.
- Check that the steering controls and the brakes function perfectly. In case of malfunctions, notify the mainte-
nance manager and stop the vehicle.
- Check that all the guards and safety devices are in the right position and in such a condition that they can be
operated.
- Check proper functioning of all the safety devices on the vehicle and in the working area.
- Should there be any problems, immediately inform your manager and do not start work if the necessary
safety conditions are not present.
- Do not make any botched repairs just for the sake of starting work.
- Do not deactivate the safety equipment.

3.1.15 STARTING THE VEHICLE

- Before starting the vehicle, check and adjust the seat position for optimal driving comfort and so that you can
easily reach the controls, and always fasten the seatbelts.
- Adjust the mirrors so that you can clearly see the area behind the vehicle from the driver's seat.
- Check that the warning lights work properly and check the angle of the headlights and the working lights.
- Do not drive the vehicle unless you are properly seated on the driver's seat.
- Never attempt to start the engine by short-circuiting the starter motor. This may cause fi re or serious injury.
- Keep your head, body and limbs inside the driver's cabin, to prevent injury from hitting objects outside the
cabin.
- Do not allow anyone other than yourself to get on the vehicle.
- Do not try to start the engine by rolling the vehicle down a slope.
- Ch eck that no one is standing within the range of action of the vehicle before starting it and using the equip-
ment.
- Never leave the machine with the engine on.
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