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Tektite Manufacturing Incorporated thanks you for purchasing a Toro Groundsmaster 328-D 
ROPS!  Tektite has worked very hard to design and build this ROPS product and we hope that it 
provides you with many years of ROPS protection. 

Tektite’s ROPS products are designed to provide safe and dependable service during operation 
when they are properly maintained according to the instructions.  Please read this installation 
manual carefully before installing and using this ROPS product. 

The photos/illustrations provided in this manual may not provide all the detail needed, and are 
for reference only. 

All directions provided are from the reference point of the tractor seat facing the steering 
wheel.  All left and right references are from this view point. 

For reference, please fill in the information below.  This will assist your dealer in providing 
service for this ROPS.  It is advisable that this information be provided to your insurance 
company as well in the event that the tractor is lost or damaged. 

Vehicle Model:

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ROPS Serial Number:

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Date of Purchase:

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Dealer Name:

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    June 2021© Toro Groundsmaster 328-D ROPS Installation Manual 

Summary of Contents for Groundsmaster 328-D

Page 1: ...ro Groundsmaster 328 D Designed and Built by Tektite Manufacturing Inc 427 Buffalo Street P O Box 639 Winkler MB R6W 4A8 Canada PH 204 331 3463 Fax 204 331 4159 sales tektite ca www tektite ca One year standard product warranty provided by Tektite June 2021 Toro Groundsmaster 328 D ROPS Installation Manual ...

Page 2: ...re for reference only All directions provided are from the reference point of the tractor seat facing the steering wheel All left and right references are from this view point For reference please fill in the information below This will assist your dealer in providing service for this ROPS It is advisable that this information be provided to your insurance company as well in the event that the tra...

Page 3: ... Description Qty Bolt Hex 5 8 x 3 Gr 8 YD 2 Washer Flat 5 8 Thickness 2 Nut Flange 5 8 Gr 8 Yellow 2 Bolt Hex x 2 Gr 5 2 Washer Lock 2 Rear Brackets L R June 2021 Toro Groundsmaster 328 D ROPS Installation Manual ...

Page 4: ...are touching the mounting plates at the back Use a 5 8 x 3 hex bolt heavy flat washer and 5 8 flange nut and start the two rear fasteners 6 Use a x 2 hex bolt and lock washer for the front fastener at the front of the platform 7 Once all bolts are started torque all fasteners to the required specification 5 8 isolator fasteners to 200 ft lbs fasteners to 300 ft lbs If ROPS has electrical options i...

Page 5: ...f Ball Protection Package it may be necessary to adjust the door latch after installation is complete The striker pin door latch and striker mounting plate may need to be loosened and adjusted slightly after install due to the ROPS frame flexing slightly during ROPS install June 2021 Toro Groundsmaster 328 D ROPS Installation Manual ...

Page 6: ...o Groundsmaster 328 D ROPS This ROPS is designed and built to fit the Toro Groundsmaster 328 D Designed and Built by Tektite Manufacturing Inc 427 Buffalo Street P O Box 639 Winkler MB R6W 4A8 Canada PH 204 331 3463 Fax 204 331 4159 sales tektite ca www tektite ca One year standard product warranty provided by Tektite ...

Page 7: ...eference only All directions provided are from the reference point of the tractor seat facing the steering wheel All left and right references are from this view point For reference please fill in the information below This will assist your dealer in providing service for this ROPS It is advisable that this information be provided to your insurance company as well in the event that the tractor is ...

Page 8: ...t result in whole or in part from inadequate engineering or specifications provided to Tektite by its customer k any actual or alleged deficiency in technical or engineering services or advice provided by Tektite to its customer whether provided for valuable consideration or otherwise l consequential damages or any other damages whether foreseeable or not resulting from the defect or any delay in ...

Page 9: ...ervice if they are operated and maintained according to instructions It is the owner s responsibility to be certain anyone operating this product reads this manual and all other applicable manuals to become familiar with this cab and all safety precautions Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or cab damage If you have any questions consult your dealer Read and understand this m...

Page 10: ... devices and shields are intended to protect operators from injury or death Under no circumstances should they be modified disabled or removed Operating Safety 1 Always operate the mower controls while sitting in the operator s seat 2 Lock seat in position and buckle seat belt before operating the mower 3 Avoid abrupt sharp turns at high speeds 4 On sloped terrain do not make sharp turns as machin...

Page 11: ...lds that are not designed as steps Safe Highway Operation 1 Before operating the mower on or near public roadways check with your local authorities for any local regulations that will affect you 2 Equip towed implements with slow moving vehicle SMV signs when traveling on public roads 3 Install additional lights on implement rear to safeguard against rear end collisions 4 Use hazard warning flashe...

Page 12: ...re structure must be replaced Failure to do so may result in injury or death in the event of a roll over 3 If the mower in not equipped with seat belts purchase approved seat belts from the mower manufacturer or Tektite prior to operating the mower 4 Always fasten seat belts prior to operating the mower 5 Always operate the mower from the operator s seat 6 Remove mud crop residue chains and tools ...

Page 13: ...ailable and their functionality is described 1 Front Work Lights Rocker Switch optional Low position Off High position On 2 Rear Work Light s Rocker Switch optional Low position Off High position On 3 4 way Flashers Rocker Switch optional Low position Off High position On 4 Turn Signal Rocker Switch optional Left position Left Centre position Off Right position Right 5 Front Wiper Rocker Switch op...

Page 14: ...oth the ROPS and mower operate normally 5 Ensure your door latches properly onto the striker pin Immediately after installation the ROPS frame may flex slightly from installation and the door latch will need to be re aligned for proper operation Loosen the striker pin striker mounting plate and door latch as necessary to get a proper alignment of the door striker Service Parts Breakdowns Following...

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