SECTION 2: OPERATION
ROLLOVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE (ROPS)
This tractor is equipped with a foldable Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) and seat belts. When used together they are effective in reducing injuries to the operator in the event of an accidental tractor rollover. The safety provided by the ROPS is minimized if the seat belt is not properly adjusted AND buckled. Refer to ADJUSTMENTS for seat belt adjustment.
ROPS
SEAT
BELT
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WARNING: Always wear the seat belt when operating the tractor equipped with a ROPS. However, if the ROPS has been removed, the seat belt must not be used.
Use the following guidelines when using a tractor equipped with a ROPS:
•Be aware of overhead clearances in the area of operation. Check for clearance of door open- ings and other overhead objects such as utility lines and tree branches. Overhead objects could catch the ROPS and upset the tractor.
•Do not modify the ROPS by drilling holes for, or welding accessories to the structure.
•Do not use the ROPS to pull objects with the tractor. Use ONLY the tractor rear tow plate for pulling.
•In the event of an accident, have the ROPS carefully inspected and, if necessary, replaced by your Cub Cadet dealer. Do not attempt to repair the ROPS.
FOLDING THE ROPS
The foldable ROPS feature allows the operator to quickly lower the ROPS to operate in areas where there is low overhead clearance. However, the ROPS should be used in the lowered position only when absolutely necessary. Operate with the ROPS in the ‘up’ position whenever possible.
WARNING: A folded ROPS does not provide rollover protection. When the ROPS is in the folded position, the seat belt must NOT be used.
Reposition the ROPS as follows:
•Loosen the two clamp knobs on the front of the ROPS to relieve their pressure on the ROPS. See Figure 13.
•Remove the two internal cotter pins, and, while supporting the ROPS, withdraw the hitch pins. See Figure 13. Carefully lower the ROPS.
•Reinstall the hitch pins and internal cotter pins for storage.
HITCH
PIN
INTERNAL
COTTER PIN
CLAMP
KNOB
HITCH
PIN
Figure 13
To raise the ROPS:
•Remove internal cotter pins and hitch pins and lift the ROPS into position.
•Insert the hitch pins and secure with the internal cotter pins.
•Tighten the clamp knobs against the ROPS.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer. The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the PTO is “OFF”.
•The safety interlock system will shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake.
•The safety interlock system will shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the PTO “ON”, regardless of whether the brake
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