Assembly & Set-Up - Cub Cadet S6031 Operator's Manual

Assembly & Set-Up
Contents of Crate
• One Zero-Turn Tractor
• One Engine Operator's Manual
Tractor Preparation
Remove the upper crating material from the shipping pallet, and
cut any bands or tie straps securing the tractor to the pallet.
Use the lift handle to raise the deck to its highest position.
Engage the transmission bypass valves on each side of the
tractor; then carefully roll the tractor off the shipping pallet.
The transmission bypass valves (one for each the RH and LH
transmission) are located just in front of the engine. Disengage
the bypass valves. See Fig. 3-1.
Left Side Pump
NOTE: When closing dump valves, finger tighten and snug with
wrench, only. Valve seat could be damaged if overtightened.
Remove the deck wash system nozzle adapter from the manual
bag and store for future use. Cut the wire tie holding the chute
deflector up and discard any packing material.
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• One Zero-Turn Tractor Operator's
Manual
Bypass Valve
Figure 3-1
• One Deck Wash Hose Coupler
Install Roll Over Protective System (ROPS)
The Roll Over Protective System (ROPS) has not been installed
on your unit for shipping purposes. Using the hardware found in
the Roll Over Protective System container, install it on your unit
as follows:
1. Insert each of the lower section ROPS tubular "posts into
the brackets welded to the unit main frame. See Fig. 3-2.
ROPS Posts
Flange
Lock Nut
Frame Brackets
Figure 3-2
NOTE: The ROPS pivot holes should be positioned toward
the rear of the unit. See Fig. 3-2.
2. Insert the carriage bolts (
the front toward the rear. See Fig. 3-2. Alternately from the
rear toward the front if access is restricted.
NOTE: The mounting hardware is accessible from the rear
of the machine with the use of extensions. Also, access can
be gained by reaching in from the sides over the tires and
under the fuel tanks.
3. Three holes are provided on each side. Use the Upper hole
and one of the other two remaining holes that is easily
accessible. Install the flange lock nuts, but do not tighten.
See Fig. 3-2.
3
Carriage
Bolt
1⁄2-13 x 3.25) (one per side) from