Safe Operation - Kubota RTV520 Operator's Manual

SAFE OPERATION

Careful operation is your best insurance against an
accident.
Read and understand this operator's manual carefully
before operating the vehicle.
All operators, no matter how much experience they
may have, should read this and other related manuals
before operating the vehicle or any implement attached
to it. It is the owner's obligation to instruct all operators
in safe operation.
BEFORE OPERATING THE
VEHICLE
Know your equipment and its limitations. Read this
entire manual before attempting to start and operate
the vehicle.
1. General
• Pay special attention to the safety labels on the
vehicle.
• Do not remove roll-over protective structures
(ROPS) for any application and fasten seat belts
at all times. This combination will reduce the risk of
serious injury or death, should the vehicle be upset.
If the ROPS is loosened or removed for any reason,
make sure that all parts are reinstalled correctly
before operating the vehicle.
Never modify or repair a ROPS because welding,
bending, drilling, grinding, or cutting may weaken
the structure.
A damaged ROPS structure must be replaced, not
repaired or revised.
If any structural member of the ROPS is damaged,
replace the entire structure at your local KUBOTA
Dealer.
(1) ROPS
(2) Seat belt
RTV520
SAFE OPERATION
• Always use the seat belts. Check the seat belts
regularly and replace if frayed or damaged.
• Do not operate the vehicle or any implement
attached to it while under the influence of alcohol,
medication, controlled substances or while fatigued.
• Carefully check the vicinity before operating the
vehicle or any implement attached to it. Check for
overhead clearance which may interfere with the
CAB or ROPS. Do not allow any bystanders around
or near the vehicle during operation.
• Never allow anyone without a valid driver's license
to operate this vehicle.
• Before allowing other people to use your vehicle,
explain how to operate and have them read this
manual before operation.
• Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing around the
vehicle. It may catch on moving parts or controls,
leading to the risk of an accident. Use additional
safety items e.g. helmet, safety boots or shoes, eye
and hearing protection, gloves, as appropriate or
required.
• This vehicle is for off road use only.
Kubota does not recommend operating on public
roads.
• In addition to the driver, only 1 passenger should
ride in the vehicle.
Minimum age for passenger is 5 years old.
• Keep all shields in place and stay away from all
moving parts.
• Check brakes, speed control pedal, and other
mechanical parts for improper adjustment and
wear. Replace worn or damaged parts promptly.
Check the tightness of all nuts and bolts regularly.
(See MAINTENANCE on page 48.)
• Keep your vehicle clean. Dirt, grease, and trash
build up may contribute to fires and lead to personal
injury.
• Use only implements meeting the specifications
listed in this manual or implements approved by
Kubota. (See VEHICLE LIMITATIONS on page
22.)
• The maximum cargo capacity of this vehicle is
200 kg (441 lbs.). Reduce cargo capacity to match
operating conditions.
Do not carry anything which significantly raises the
center-of-gravity and sticks outside the cargo bed.
• Do not modify the
modification may affect the function of the vehicle,
which may result in personal injury.
vehicle. Unauthorized
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