Buhler 2180 - Manual (Page 16)

SECTION 0 -- SAFETY
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SAFETY CAB/ROPS
Safety Cab/ROPS
A safety cab incorporating a Roll Over Protective
Structure (ROPS) and seat belt were standard
equipment for the tractor at time of factory assembly.
The seat belt, when used by the operator, maximizes
the protection offered by the ROPS.
WARNING
Always use your seat belt with the cab/ROPS.
Seat belts save lives when they are used.
Information regarding the safety cab/Roll Over
Protective Structure and seat belt are available from
your authorized dealer.
ROPS Maintenance and Inspection
After the first 50 hours of operation and every 300
hours of operation (or six months, whichever comes
first):
1. Check the torque of the cab/ROPS mounting
bolts. Refer to “Operation 41” in the “Lubrication
and Maintenance” section.
2. Check the operator’s seat mounting bolts and the
seat belt mounting bolts. Tighten bolts to 54 N·m
(40 ft lbs). Replace any worn or damaged parts.
Damage to the Cab/ROPS
If the tractor has rolled over or the cab/ROPS has
been damaged (such as striking an overhead object
during transport), it must be replaced to provide the
original protection.
After an accident, check for damage to the (1)
cab/ROPS, (2) operator’s seat, (3) seat belt and seat
belt mountings. Before you operate the tractor,
replace all damaged parts.
IMPORTANT: Do not try to weld or straighten the
cab/rops.
WARNING
Never attach chains, ropes or cables to the
cab/ROPS for pulling purposes; this will cause
the tractor to tip backwards. Always pull from the
tractor drawbar. Be careful when driving through
door openings or under low overhead objects.
Make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance
for the cab/ROPS.
If the cab/ROPS is removed or replaced, make
certain that the proper hardware is used and the
recommended torque values are applied to the
attaching bolts.
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