SAFETY
Safety - 16
LE3200 Safety Procedures
ROLL OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)
Your power unit may be equipped with a Roll-Over Protective
Structure (ROPS). This ROPS was tested in accordance with
ISO 21299 (ROPS) and ISO 3776-2 and ISO 3776-3 (Seat
Belt Anchorage). This ROPS is certifi ed for use on a Ventrac
3200 with a maximum GVW of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg).
• Alterations to the ROPS structure are not permitted.
• Always wear the seat belt.
• If any part of this ROPS experiences structural damage, the entire ROPS must be replaced.
• Inspect seat belt for wear or damage before use. Failure to inspect or maintain the seat belt can cause
injury or loss of life.
Operator Interlock Systems
The operator interlock systems:
• prevent the engine from starting unless the selector lever is in the park position.
• prevent the PTO clutch from engaging unless the operator is present on the seat and activates the PTO.
• shuts off the power unit (and PTO) if the operator leaves the seat while the PTO is engaged.
• prevents the power unit from moving unless the parking brake is released and the operator is pres-
ent on the seat.
Park the power unit on a level surface. Lower attachment to the ground (if attached) and turn off power unit
engine. Chock tires to prevent rolling. Ensure the operating area is free of obstacles and bystanders.
Perform the following tests:
• The Ignition Circuit and Run Circuit: Selector Lever and PTO Switch
• Sit on the seat.
• Place the power unit’s selector lever in the park position.
• Turn ignition key to ‘start’. Starter should engage.
• Place the power unit’s selector lever in the neutral assist position.
• Turn ignition key to ‘start’. Starter should NOT engage.
• Return the power unit’s selector lever to the park position.
• Pull upwards on the PTO switch to activate the PTO.
• Turn ignition key to ‘start’. Starter should NOT engage.
• Press the PTO switch to deactivate the PTO. Turn off the ignition key to shut off the ignition system.
• The PTO Circuit - Operator Presence
• Sit on the seat.
• Start the power unit engine.
• Pull upwards on the PTO switch to activate the PTO.
• Rise off the seat. The engine should shut off. NOTE: if you return to the seat before the engine
completely stops, the engine (and PTO) will re-power.
• Press the PTO switch to deactivate the PTO. Turn off the ignition key to shut off the ignition system.
Place the power unit’s selector lever in the park position and remove the wheel chocks.
• S.D.L.A. Control Lever and Parking Brake
• Sit on the seat.
• Start the power unit engine and raise the attachment (if attached).
• With the selector lever still in the park position, slowly move the S.D.L.A. control lever forward and rear-
ward. The power unit should NOT move.
• Place the power unit’s selector lever in the neutral assist position. Slowly move the S.D.L.A. control
lever forward and rearward. The power unit should drive according to the input of the S.D.L.A. control
lever. When released, the S.D.L.A. control lever should return to the neutral position.
Interlock tests are complete. If any test fails, do not operate. Repair before operating.
WARNING
Alterations or modifi cations to this machine
and/or the ROPS structure can reduce safety
and could cause damage to the machine. Do
not alter the ROPS. Do not alter any other
safety devices.
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