OPERATION OPERATION USING SEAT BELT Always install a seat belt on machines equipped with ROPS. G Before fitting the seat belt, check that there is no abnormality in the mounting bracket and mounting belt of the belt. If the belt is worn or damaged, replace it. G Replace the seat belt every three years, even if their outside is free from abnormality. The year of man- ufacture is woven on the back side of the belt. G Always fasten the seat belt before starting operations. G Always use the seat belt during operations. G Do not twist the seat belt when fastening it. Check that the bolts of the clamp securing the belt to the chassis are not loose. Tighten them if they are loose.
The tightening torque for the mounting bolt is 24.5 ± 4.9 N•m (2.5 ± 0.5 kgf•m,18.1 ± 3.6 lbft). If the belt surface is scratched or frayed or if the fittings are broken or deformed, replace the seat belt unit. FASTENING AND REMOVING BELT 1. Sit in the seat with your back against the seat back, and adjust the belt so that it is easy to carry out opera- tions. 2. After adjusting the seat position, sit in the seat. Grip buckle (1) and tongue (2) in each hand and insert tongue (2) into buckle (1). Confirm by pulling the belt that the tongue is securely locked to the buckle. 3. When removing the belt, raise the tip of buckle (1) 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. 3-41 WARNING