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SECTION IV
ASSEMBLY
22
MOUNTING THE REAR TIRES
Position the rear tire rims over the axle hubs and fas-
ten with the 1/2” lug nuts. Torque to 59 ft. lbs.
MOUNTING THE CONTROL LEVERS
Mount the control levers to the 3/4” x 3/4” square bars
positioning the control levers to the preferred height
and mount with 3/8” x 1” fasteners, lock washers, and
flat washers. Move the control levers forward or rear-
ward for operator comfort.
ROPS
Insert the ROPS frame into the channels in the ZT
frame so the upper folding portion angles forward
above the operators seat. Attach with the 1/2” x 3-1/4”
fasteners and locknuts.
MOUNTING THE SEAT
Mount seat and mounting plate assembly to the main-
frame using the fasteners installed in the seat mount
lugs on the mainframe. Attach the seat limit rod to the
left side of the seat mounting plate, use the cotter pin
and flatwasher supplied.
Attach the seat safety wires to the seat switch.
BATTERY
Attach the positive lead to the battery.
Additional wire tie straps are shipped to secure the
wiring harness as needed.
ITEMS TO CHECK:
Check oil level in the engine (see engine manual)
Check the fluid level in the hydrostatic oil reservoir.
Check tightness of all fasteners, including bolts, lug
nuts, and setscrews.
Check tire pressure.
Seat
Safety
Wires
Control Lever
Park Brake Lever
Seat and Mounting Plate Assembly
Seat
Limit
Rod
Seat Mount Lugs and Fasteners
Battery
ROPS
Upper folding
portion angles
forward above
the operators
seat.