27.2 SEAT BELT (For suspension type) When operating a machine equipped with ROPS, be sure to use the seat belt. I g WARNING Before fastening the seat belt, inspect the securing brackets and belt for abnormal conditions. Replace any worn or damaged seat belt or the securing brackets. Adjust and fasten the seat belt before operating the machine. Always use seat belt when operating the machine. Do not use seat belt with either half of the belt kinked. Check that there are not kinks in the tether belt. 27.2.1 FASTEN THE BELT AND REMOVE IT IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER Adjust the seat so that the brake pedal can be depressed all the way with the operator’s back against the backrest.
After positioning the seat, adjust the tether belt 0. With the seat unoccupied, tense the belt slightly across the seat and install. AE078081 Sit in the seat. Hold’buckle @with your left hand and tongue @ with your right hand, put the tongue into the buckle. Check that the belt has locked by pulling it. When removing the belt, raise the tip of the buckle lever to release it. Fasten belt along your body without kinking it. Adjust the lengths of the belt on both the buckle and the tongue sides so that the buckle is located at the mid-point of your body front. 5-5