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I.S.-KIT, FOLDING ROPS (970354)
4160342 REV B
4-2007
REF. CP# 05-10696
This instruction sheet contains assembly, operating, maintenance and safety instructions for your ROPS. Before
installing the ROPS or operating a machine equipped with a ROPS, read and understand these instructions
completely. The ROPS reduces the risk of serious or fatal injury in the unlikely event of a tip over, although the
system cannot protect the operator from all possible injuries.
It is not designed, made or intended to provide
protection for a machine that is driven off an embankment, retaining wall or similar situation. A ROPS does not
replace the need to exercise care when operating on slopes. See the operator manual for more Safety and
Operation instructions.
By following the operating, maintenance, and safety instructions, you will prolong the life
of the machine and the ROPS, maintain its maximum efficiency and promote safe operation.
If additional information is needed, contact your authorized equipment dealer or distributor. Keep this instruction
sheet with the operator’s manual for the machine for future reference.
IMPORTANT:
1. Do not cut, drill, modify or repair a ROPS structure in any manner.
2. Always replace a damaged ROPS.
3. Keep Roll Bar in the raised position and use the seat belt.
4. There is
NO
roll over protection when the roll bar is lowered. Lower the roll bar only when necessary. DO
NOT remove it. DO NOT use the seat belt when the roll bar is down. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance
permits.
5. Inspect roll bar and seatbelts for damage or loose hardware before use. Tighten/replace any loose/damaged
hardware. Replace worn or damaged seat belts.
6. Use extreme care when working close to fences, ditches, trees and on hills.
7. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under any objects.
8. DO NOT leave operator's position while unit is running.
9. DO NOT carry passengers.
This ROPS is certified for use on machines with a maximum gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 1500 LB. The
GVW INCLUDES the weight of the base machine, operator, fuel, ROPS, and other attachments and payloads.
When attachments are added, causing the GVW of the machine to be more than 1500 LB., the ROPS may not
provide adequate protection resulting in serious injury or death. Use caution when installing attachments and
DO NOT EXCEED
the GVW rating of the ROPS.
INTRODUCTION:
This instruction sheet covers the installation of the Folding ROPS kit (970354) for the ZT200
series riding mowers.
