Risk Of Injury Caused By Backrest Suddenly Folding Forward If Release Lever Is Accidentally Operated During Inspection And Repair Work - AS91.00-Z-0005-01V
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When working on the seat, be careful not to accidentally release the backrest mechanism, allowing the seat to fold forward. Keep body parts clear of the backrest travel area.
Risk of injury
When working near a backrest, particularly if the backrest padding has been removed, injuries may result if the backrest latch mechanism is accidentally released, allowing the backrest to suddenly fold forward.
Safety precautions/instructions
- If the work procedure allows, fold the backrest forward in a controlled manner prior to working on a front seat with the backrest padding removed.
- Keep body parts clear of the backrest travel area.
- Do not accidentally operate the backrest release lever.