Wheel Mounting Procedure; Care And Cleaning; Rollover Protection Structure (Rops) - Jacobsen R-311T Parts & Maintenance Manual

4.18 WHEEL MOUNTING PROCEDURE ____________________________________________

WARNING
!
Make sure the mower is parked on a solid and level
surface. Never work on a mower that is supported only by
the jack. Always use jack stands.
If only the front or rear of the mower is raised, place
chocks in front of and behind the wheels that are not
raised.

4.19 CARE AND CLEANING _____________________________________________________

Wash the mower and implements after each use. Keep the
equipment clean.
NOTICE
Do not wash any portion of the equipment while it is hot or
with engine running. Do not use high pressure spray or
steam. Use cold water and automotive cleaners.
1. Use compressed air to clean engine and radiator fins. A
special blow gun is available through your Jacobsen
Dealer.
2. Use only fresh water for cleaning your equipment.
NOTICE
Use of salt water or affluent water has been known to
encourage rust and corrosion of metal parts resulting in
premature deterioration or failure. Damage of this nature
is not covered by the factory warranty.

4.20 ROLLOVER PROTECTION STRUCTURE (ROPS) ________________________________

A Rollover Protection System (ROPS) is included with this
mower. Inspect it periodically and follow operating
procedures described in Safety and Operation Manual.
CAUTION
!
Do not loosen or remove bolts, do not weld, drill, modify,
bend, or straighten a damaged structure.
1. The seat, the seat belt, mounting hardware, and any
accessories within the ROPS should be inspected
regularly and all damaged parts replaced immediately.
MAINTENANCE
1. Remove dirt, grease, and oil from stud thread. Do not
lubricate threads.
2. Position wheel on hub and inspect to insure full contact
between mounting surface of wheel and hub.
3. Finger tighten all hardware then torque hardware in
criss-cross order; always tighten nuts in the top
position.
4. Check and retorque daily until torque is maintained.
See Section 3.18.
3. Do not spray water directly at the instrument panel,
ignition switch, controller, or any other electrical
components, or at bearing housings and seals.
4. Clean all plastic and rubber trim with a mild soap
solution or use commercially available vinyl/rubber
cleaners.
Repair damaged metal surfaces and use Jacobsen touch-
up paint. Wax the equipment for maximum paint protection.
CAUTION
!
Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
muffler, and engine to prevent fires.
WARNING
!
NEVER use your hands to clean cutting units. Use a
brush to remove grass clippings from blades. Blades are
extremely sharp and can cause serious injuries.
2. Once the ROPS has been subjected to any form of
impact it should be replaced.
3. Check and retorque all hardware. All replacement
components used for the ROPS must be as specified in
the Jacobsen Parts List.
4. Only operate the mower with the ROPS folded when
absolutely necessary. There
protection with the ROPS folded.
5. Seat belts must be worn whenever operating the
mower with the ROPS in the raised and locked position.
Always keep seat belt snugly adjusted. DO NOT use
seat belts with the ROPS folded.
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