HUSTLER 3500 Owner's Manual page 26

Figure 3-20
Bolts
Figure 3-21
when the ROPS is in the lowered position. Use the ROPS in
the "folded" position only when it is absolutely necessary.
WARNING: Do not operate the mower with the
ROPS folded (lowered position) as a standard oper-
ating mode. A folded ROPS does not provide roll-
over protection.
WARNING: Always wear your seat belt unless the
tractor is not equipped with a ROPS or safety cab or
if the ROPS is folded down. In this case, the seat
belt should never be worn.
ROPS
Bolts
ROPS
WARNING: To minimize chance of injury or death
from rollover: keep ROPS in the raised and locked
position and use the seat belt.
Never operate machine on a slope with the ROPS
folded down (lowered position).
There is no roll over protection when the ROPS is in
the lowered position.
Lower the ROPS only when absolutely necessary.
Drive slowly and carefully. Raise the ROPS as soon
as clearance permits. Read and follow slope opera-
tion instructions and warnings.
Do not wear seat belt when the ROPS is in the low-
ered position.
WARNING: Always pull from the tractor hitch. Do
not attach chains or ropes to the ROPS for pulling
purposes,as the machine can tip backwards.
Always fasten seat belt during operation of the machine
with ROPS in "raised/up" position. Figure 3-20
Inspect the area to be mowed for proper overhead clearance
(tree limbs, guy wires, doorways, etc)
Do not contact any overhead object with the ROPS.
Inspect the seat belt system (all seat, seat belt parts, seat pan
and seat pan latch) daily prior to mowing for signs of any
damage. These parts should be replaced if any parts indicate
signs of:
1. cuts
2. fraying
3. extreme or unusual wear
4. significant discoloration due to UV exposure
5. dirt or stiffness
6. abrasion to the seat belt webbing
7. damage to the buckle, latch plate or hardware.
8. or any other problem
If the seat belt is to be cleaned, use soap and water. Do not
use carbon tetrachloride, naphtha, etc., as these will weaken
the webbing. For the same reason, do not bleach or dye the
webbing. Replace seat belt if worn or damaged.
Possible damage to the 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), the ROPS must be replaced to retain the
best protection.
Following an accident, check the ROPS, the operator's seat,
and the seat belt and seat belt mountings for possible damage,
Before operating the machine, replace all damaged parts.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to weld or straighten the
ROPS.
WARNING: If the ROPS or cab is removed or
replaced, make sure that the proper hardware is used
and the recommended torque values are applied to
the attaching bolts.
WARNING: The ROPS structure's protective
capability may be impaired by structural dam-
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