12. OPERATION 12.1.3 ADJUST OPERATOR’S SEAT A WARNING l Adjust the seat position at the beginning of each shift or when operators change. l Adjust the seat so that the brake pedal can be de- pressed all the way with the operator’s back against the backrest. Fore-aft adjustment of seat Move lever 0 to the right set the seat to a position where 1 it is easy to operate, then release the lever. Fore-aft adjustment: 160 mm (6.3 in) (8 stages) Weight adjustment of seat Turn knob 0 under the seat to match the weight adjust- ment scale with your own weight. The weight can be adjusted within a range of 50 - 120 kg (110.3 - 117.8 lb).
REMARK If you want to make the seat softer, turn the weight ad- justment to a lower weight; if you want to make the seat har- der, adjust to a higher weight. When operating on uneven surfaces, adjust the seat to a harder setting. 0 Adjusting reclining angle NOTICE When reclining the seat back to the rear, check the space behind, and adjust to a suitable position. Pull lever 0, set the seatback to a position where it is easy to operate, then release the lever. 2-41