TM 5-3895-369-l4
4-124. ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS) REPLACEMENT.
This task covers:
b. Installation
a. Removal
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Personnel Required
MOS62B, Construction equipment repairer (2)
Tool kit, general mechanic's: automotive
Lifting device (400 Ibs [ 180 kg] capacity)
Materials/Parts
Lockwashers (12)
Removal.
a.
Keep clear of equipment when equipment is being raised or lowered. Equipment may fall and cause
serious injury.
Do not allow heavy items to swing while hanging by lifting device. Equipment may strike personnel
and cause injury.
Exercise extreme caution when working near cable or chain under tension. A snapped cable, shifting
or swinging load may result in injury or death to personnel.
Hook rollover protective structure to suitable lifting device before any removal begins. Rollover
protective device can slip and cause damage to equipment if not properly supported.
NOTE
Leave one screw inserted at each corner of the rollover protective structure to prevent slippage
or swinging.
Steps are recommended for removal of ROPS to prevent damage to paint.
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