4.

Install the upper ROPS section onto the lower ROPS “posts”. 8.

Move the upper ROPS section to the upright position, and

 

Install the (1⁄2-13 x 3.25) HHCS bolts, nuts and washers. See

insert the locking pins with their retainer hairpin clips. See

 

Fig. 3-3.

Fig. 3-5.

Hex Bolts

Washers

Hairpin

Nuts

Lower ROPS Posts

Locking Pin

Clips

Figure 3-3

5.Tighten Upper ROPS section bolts after both RH & LH hardware is installed.

6.Tighten the frame mounting hardware to 80-90 lb.-ft. torque. See Fig. 3-2.

NOTE: Make sure tubular upright posts are absolutely tight within welded bracket.

7.Insert rubber plugs into each side of the upper ROPS. See Fig. 3-4.

Rubber Plug

Figure 3-4

Figure 3-5

Position Steering Wheel

The steering wheel of the tractor has been left off for shipping purposes. Using the hardware found in the manual bag, the steering wheel must be secured to operate the tractor. To install the steering wheel for operation, proceed as follows:

1.Slide steering wheel over the steering shaft. See Fig. 3-6.

Steering

ShaftSteering

Wheel

Steering

Wheel

Cover

Washer

Hex Nut

Figure 3-6

2.Slide washer over steering shaft and secure using hex nut.

3.Snap steering wheel cover onto steering wheel.

Section 2 — Assembly & Set-Up

 

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