ROPS Kit

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

1. Park the machine on a level surface.

2. Disengage the blade-control switch.

3. Move the motion-control levers outward to the PARK position.

4. Shut off the machine and remove the key.

5. Wait for all moving parts to stop.

6. Allow machine components to cool.

7. Non-MyRide models only: Raise the seat; refer to your machine Operator’s Manual.

8. MyRide models only: Perform the following steps to remove the seat.

   1. Use the seat position lever to slide the seat forwards and backwards (Figure 1).

      

      Figure 1

   2. Access the 4 Torx bolts that secure the seat pan to the frame. Remove the bolts, then carefully remove and set aside the seat assembly (Figure 2).

      

      Figure 2

      1. Torx bolt
      2. Seat assembly

9. Raise the rear of the machine on jack stands; refer to your machine Operator’s Manual.

   Warning

   Supporting the machine on the lower muffler shield (Figure 3) may damage the shield and cause the machine to fall, injuring you or bystanders.

   Do not use the lower muffler shield to support the machine.

   

   Figure 3

10. Remove the rear tires as shown in Figure 4

    Note: Retain all wheel components for later installation.

    

    Figure 4

Parts needed for this procedure:

1. Install the ROPS mount to the machine frame above the axle as shown in Figure 5. Repeat on the other side.

   

   Figure 5

   Left side shown

   1. Locknut (1/2 inch)
   2. ROPS mount
   3. Hex-head bolt (1/2 x 2-1/2 inches)

2. Lower a lower roll-bar tube into the ROPS mount and secure with 2 hex-head bolts (1/2 x 3-1/2 inches) and 2 locknuts (1/2 inch) as shown in Figure 6. Repeat on the other side.

   

   Figure 6

   1. Lower roll-bar tube
   2. ROPS mount
   3. Locknut (1/2 inch)
   4. Hex-head bolt (1/2 x 3-1/2 inches)

3. Torque the bolts in steps 1 and 2 to 91 to 113 N∙m (67 to 83 ft-lb).

Parts needed for this procedure:

1. Install the seat-belt brackets to the seat platform with 2 partial-thread bolts (3/8 x 2 inches), 2 washers, and 2 locknuts (3/8 inch) as shown in Figure 7. Repeat on the other side.

   

   Figure 7

   Seat platform shown

   1. Partial-thread bolt (3/8 x 2 inches)
   2. Seat-belt bracket
   3. Washer
   4. Locknut (3/8 inch)

2. Install the seat belt-buckle and tongue assemblies to the seat-belt brackets using 2 carriage bolts (7/16 x 1 inch) and 2 locknuts (7/16 inch) as shown in Figure 8. Repeat on the other side for the tongue assembly.

   

   Figure 8

   Buckle assembly shown. Repeat procedure with the tongue assembly.

   1. Locknut (7/16 x 1 inch)
   2. Seat belt-buckle assembly
   3. Seat-belt bracket
   4. Carriage bolt (7/16 x 1 inch)

Parts needed for this procedure:

1. Assemble the seat belts by attaching the buckle and tongue to the inside of the seat-belt brackets using 2 hex-head bolts (1/2 x 1 inch) and 2 locknuts (1/2 inch) as shown in Figure 9.

   

   Figure 9

   1. Buckle
   2. Locknut (1/2 inch)
   3. Tongue
   4. Tongue bracket
   5. Hex-head bolt (1/2 x 1 inch)
   6. Buckle bracket

2. Install the buckle assembly from step 1 to the inside of the roll bar bracket using 2 carriage bolts (3/8 x 1 inch) and 2 locknuts (3/8 inch) as shown in Figure 10. Repeat on the other side for the tongue assembly.

   

   Figure 10

   Buckle assembly shown

   1. Carriage bolt (3/8 x 1 inch)
   2. Buckle assembly
   3. Locknut (3/8 inch)

Parts needed for this procedure:

1. Install the rear tires as shown in Figure 4.

2. Lower the machine; refer to your machine Operator’s Manual.

3. Lower or install the seat; refer to Preparing the Machine.

4. Locate the upper roll bar tube. Install 2 rubber bumpers (Figure 11).

   

   Figure 11

   1. Upper roll bar
   2. Rubber bumper

5. Lightly oil the inside surfaces of the lower roll bar tubes (Figure 12).

6. Loosely install the upper roll bar to the lower roll bar using 2 shoulder bolts, 2 wave washers, 2 washer tabs attached to lanyards, and 2 locknuts (1/2 inch) as shown in Figure 12.

   Note: Ensure that the shoulder bolts are installed with the bolt heads to the inside of the roll bar.

   Note: Ensure that the washer tabs are installed and pointed towards the rear of the machine.

   

   Figure 12

   Left side of the machine shown. Repeat the process on the other side.

   1. Apply oil to inside surfaces.
   2. Upper roll bar
   3. Hairpin cotter
   4. Washer tab
   5. Locknut (1/2 inch)
   6. Latch-pin assembly
   7. Lower roll bar
   8. Wave washer
   9. Shoulder bolt

7. Torque the shoulder bolts to 91 to 113 N∙m (67 to 83 ft-lb).

8. Raise the upper roll bar into the upright position, install the latch pins (the oval handles must be on the outside of the machine), and secure with hairpin cotters on each side (Figure 12).

Parts needed for this procedure:

For machines equipped with a bagger kit only: Install the included additional suitcase weight to the machine using 2 bolts (3/8 x 2-3/4 inches) as shown in Figure 13.

Refer to the following table for the necessary number of weights required for each model and deck size:

Figure 13

60 inch TimeCutter model with 3 weights shown.

1. Suitcase weight
2. Bolt (3/8 x 2-3/4 inches)
3. Weight-mounting bracket
4. Washer
5. Locknut (3/8 inch)

Important: Whenever you remove the bagger attachment, remember to remove the front weights to return the proper stability to the machine.

Inspect the seat belt for wear, cuts, and proper operation of the retractor and buckle. Replace the seat belt if it is damaged.

Visually inspect the ROPS for loose hardware or any other possible problem. Tighten the hardware or correct the problem before operating.