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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.
Figure 12
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 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.
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
ROPS
SEAT
BELT
INTERNAL
COTTER PIN
CLAMP
KNOB
HITCH
PIN
HITCH
PIN