5. ROPS (ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES)
TYM R i d e o n l a w nmowe r a r e
equipped with a frame for the pro-
tection of operators.
In the case of cab Ride on lawn-
mower the frame is incorporated in
the cab structure.
The objective of the frame or cab
structure is to protect the operator in
the event of a roll over
and they are designed to support
the entire weight of the Ride on
lawnmower in that event.
Each TYM ROPS frame or cab
structure is designed and has been
tested to meet industry and or gov-
ernment standards.
Included in these tests were all
mounting bases and bolts or other
fasteners.
As the ROPS frame or cab together
with the seat belt was designed to meet
certain standards, they must be main-
tained in good order and condition. To
achieve this objective, both the struc-
ture and the seat belt should be in-
spected on a regular basis. (Every time
the Ride on lawnmower is serviced)
In the event that the seat belt is dam-
aged or frayed, it should be replaced
and in the event that the ROPS
frame or any part of the mounting
structure is damaged or cracked, the
faulty component must be replaced
with a new unit. Such a unit must
meet all of the test criteria of the orig-
inal unit. Fitment of an inferior item or
items affects the certification of the
entire ROPS structure and the effec-
tiveness of the structure in the event
of an accident. Drilling or welding of
the ROPS structure is forbidden.
ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES (ROPS)
USE OF THE RIDE ON LAWNMOW-
ER WITH THE ROPS LOWERED
CAN CAUSE FATAL INJURIES
On some models the ROPS frame
has a fold down feature, which can
be used to enter low buildings etc.
Take care when lowering the upper
section of the ROPS frame and take
extreme care while driving the Ride
on lawnmower with the ROPS frame
lowered. Do not wear the seat belt
with the ROPS lowered and please
remember that the fold down facility
is for special circumstances only and
must not be lowered for general use.
For ROPS frames to be effec-
tive and protect the operator,
the seat belt provided must
be worn i n order to keep
operators within the ROPS
protected area in the event of
a roll over. Failure to use the
seat belt can still cause seri-
ous injury or death.
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