Simplicity ZT4000 Series - Manual (Page 11)

9
Operator Safety
Roll Bar Instructions
For models equipped with factory-installed Roll Over
Protection System (ROPS).
Operational Warnings
• Always use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the
raised position.
• Never use the seat belt when the roll bar is in the down
position.
• Remember there is no roll over protection when the roll
bar is in the down position so it is very important to
always keep the roll bar in the raised position whenever
possible.
• Lower the roll bar to the down position only when it is
absolutely necessary.
• Check for overhead clearances before driving under
any objects. Do not allow roll bar to contact low
overhanging obstacles such as tree branches and guide
wires.
• Never remove the roll bar from the vehicle.
• Do not exceed the machine weight rating of the roll bar.
• Read and follow all of the instructions shown below
regarding the inspection and maintenance of the roll bar
structure and the seat belt.
Inspection of the Roll Bar Protective Structure
A ROLL BAR, like any other safety device, needs to be
periodically inspected to verify that the integrity of the device
has not been compromised through normal machine use,
misuse, age degradation, modifications, or a roll over.
To maintain operator roll over protection and roll bar
effectiveness:
• If a ROLL BAR becomes damaged for any reason, such
as a collision, roll over or impact, the ROLL BAR must
be replaced. Small undetectable cracks can reduce the
effectiveness of the ROLL BAR. Never weld, straighten,
or repair the ROLL BAR.
• Never alter the ROLL BAR by welding anything to it or
by drilling additional holes.
• Before First Time Use - Inspect the ROLL BAR structure
and mounting hardware for:
1) Check to make sure the machine GVW (Gross
Vehicle Weight), including attachments, restrained
payload, fuel and operator, is not in excess of the
maximum weight specified on the ROLL BAR label.
2) Make sure there isn’t any missing, damaged, or
loose mounting hardware.
3) Make sure the ROLL BAR has been correctly and
completely installed.
• Every 100 Hours - Inspect the ROLL BAR structure and
mounting hardware for:
1) Any cracks in the structure (structural members and/
or welds).
2) Significant corrosion on any part of the ROLL BAR
structure or hardware.
3) Missing, damaged, or loose mounting hardware.
4) Mounting hardware that is of a grade lesser than
specified.
5) Machine GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight), including
attachments, restrained payload, fuel and operator,
in excess of the maximum weight specified on the
ROLL BAR label.
6) Any modifications that have been made, such as
unauthorized welds and holes.
7) Any permanent deformation or twisting of the ROLL
BAR structure.
8) That the ROLL BAR label is still in place and is
readable.
9) That the ROLL BAR on-product warning labels are
still on the ROLL BAR and are readable.
• If there is any doubt as to the condition of the ROLL
BAR, remove the machine from service and contact your
dealer for assistance.
WARNING
In order to avoid serious injury or death from roll over, it
is important to follow the warnings listed below.
WARNING
Failure to properly inspect and maintain the Roll Bar
protective structure can cause serious injury or death.