SECTION 2 – OPERATION
2-2
ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE
(ROPS)
Your tractor is equipped with a folding Roll Over
protective Structure (ROPS). If, for some reason,
the ROPS was deleted by the original or has
been removed. It is recommended that you equip
your tractor with a ROPS.
ROPS are effective in reducing injuries during
tractor overturn accidents. Overturning tractor
without a ROPS can result in serious injury or
death.
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS), is
available from your SHIBAURA Tractor Dealer.
WARNING
When improperly operated, a tractor can roll
over. For low clearance use only, the ROPS
may be lowered.
No protection is provided when the tractor is
operated with the ROPS in the lowered
position.
Always raise the ROPS and lock it
immediately after low clearance work.
Folding the ROPS
A foldable ROPS is factory installed on your
tractor. Operate with ROPS in the raised position
whenever possible. Use the ROPS in the folded
position only when absolutely necessary.
To fold the ROPS remove two lock pins, lower
the upper of the ROPS rearward.
Install two lock pins to anchor the ROPS firmly
once in position. To raise the ROPS reverse the
above procedure.
WARNING
Do not operate the tractor with the ROPS
folded as a standard operating mode. A
folded ROPS does not provide rollover
protection.
Always pull from the tractor the drawbar. Do no
attach chains or ropes to the ROPS for pulling
purposes, as the tractor can tip backwards.
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