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June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual
Massey Ferguson GC1725M ROPS Cab
* Shown with optional equipment *
www.tektite.ca
Please note: Cab is shown in photo with optional accessories.
Massey Ferguson GC1725M ROPS Cab
This ROPS cab is designed and built to fit the Massey Ferguson GC1725M and GC1723E
tractor.
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.

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  • Page 1 * Shown with optional equipment * www.tektite.ca Please note: Cab is shown in photo with optional accessories. Massey Ferguson GC1725M ROPS Cab This ROPS cab is designed and built to fit the Massey Ferguson GC1725M and GC1723E tractor. Designed and Built by: Tektite Manufacturing Inc: 427 Buffalo Street P.O.
  • Page 2 DO NOT PROCEED FURTHER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THE INFORMATION BELOW 1) Always wear personal protective equipment 2) A minimum of two people is necessary to safely install the cab 3) This ROPS cab is heavy. A lift assist device such as an overhead hoist or high lift forklift is required.
  • Page 3 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual Tektite Manufacturing Incorporated thanks you for purchasing a Massey Ferguson GC1725M ROPS cab! 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.
  • Page 4 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual Parts List Standard Cab: Description Left Pedal Floormat Right Pedal Floormat Step Bolt, ¼” x 1”, MB Flange Nut, ¼”, MB Under-seat shield (pre-upholstered) Front Mounting Brackets L&R Rear Mounting Brackets (Pre-installed on cab) Bolt, Hex, 5/8”...
  • Page 5 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual...
  • Page 6 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual Standard Cab Installation Instructions: . Disconnect rear flasher light harness and remove two-post ROPS from machine. Save fasteners to re-use later. Disconnect the battery. . Remove the seat and seat tracks from the tractor. .
  • Page 7 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual . Pull the factory floormat back from the left side of the platform. Position the left pedal floormat provided through the two pedals as shown. Re-install factory floormat over top. . Take the left front bracket and position it on the two holes in the loader sub-frame. Bolt into place with the provided ½”...
  • Page 8 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual ** If tractor is equipped without front end loader, use the provided no loader bracket and M12 x 35 flange bolts. Position left front bracket against tractor bell housing where 7 fastener pattern is, around mid-mower mount.
  • Page 9 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual . Take the right rear bracket and put into the pocket where the 2-post ROPS was mounted. The cab mount plate should be facing forward when installed. Re-use the factory fasteners. . Return to the cab to install lift brackets next. To remove the gas shock on the left cab door, slide a flat screwdriver underneath the small clip on the end cap that must be pulled UP order to pop the shock off the ball stud.
  • Page 10 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual . Take one of the provided cab lift bolts, a ½” x 4 ½” hex bolt, and bolt to the tab in the top upper corner of the door opening; weld nut is located behind the tab. Repeat for the other side.
  • Page 11 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual . Once all ROPS bolts are started, torque all fasteners to required torques. For 5/8” fasteners, apply 205 ft-lbs of torque, for ½” fasteners, apply 102 ft-lbs. . Remove cab lift straps/chains and bolts. Store for future use if removing cab in summer. .
  • Page 12 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual . Take the right front kick shield and the provided ¼” x ¾” flange bolts, and position against hood. Ensure good seal and then fasten into place. From inside of the cab. NOTE: the flanges for mounting are on the INSIDE of the cab.
  • Page 13 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual . Locate the wire harness located at the bottom of the left A-post. Route under the hood. Connect the heavy red wire to the battery with provided 1/4" loop. Shorten wire if necessary, then solder connector to wire.
  • Page 14 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual If tractor is equipped with a heater, proceed with the following steps. . Drain the engine coolant. . Locate the bypass hose as shown below.
  • Page 15 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual . Remove the bypass hose. . Connect one end of the heater hose to one the ports and the remaining heater hose to the other open port. . Re-fill the engine radiator with coolant. .
  • Page 16 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual . Remove both seat belt brackets from the 2-post ROPS. . Take the left side bracket, and using the factory hardware, attach to the left tab beside the rear mount plate. . Take the right side bracket, and using the factory hardware, attach to the right tab beside the rear mount plate.
  • Page 17 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual . Drill two 1/4" holes through the fender. . Fasten the SMV retainer bracket to the fender with the provided 1/4" x 1" step bolts and flange nuts provided. It will be necessary to bend the sign bracket in order to orient it vertically.
  • Page 18 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual . Take the right pedal floormat and place on top of factory floormat on right side. Slide through pedal slits and up front of cab. Use contact cement to secure floormat to the cab and to the floormat.
  • Page 19 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Installation Manual...
  • Page 20 This ROPS cab is designed and built to fit the Masey Ferguson GC1712E and GC1725M tractor. 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 21 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Operation Manual Tektite Manufacturing Incorporated thanks you for purchasing a Massey Ferguson GC1725M ROPS cab! 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.
  • Page 22 “as is” basis; c) wiper blades, light bulbs, fuses, clear vinyl or other consumables; d) glass where the point of failure has not been preserved intact and delivered to Tektite for analysis of the cause of the failure;...

  • Page 23: Safety Precautions

    June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Operation Manual Safety Precautions Safety First Read these instructions carefully. It is essential that you read the instructions and safety regulations before you attempt to assemble or use the features that are on this cab/ROPS. Danger: Indicates an immediate hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 24: Operating Safety

    June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Operation Manual General Safety 1. Never let an unqualified or untrained driver operate the tractor. 2. Keep a fire extinguisher, with ABC rating securely fastened in the ROPS. Maintain it and be familiar with its use. 3.

  • Page 25: Maintenance Safety

    June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Operation Manual Safe Operation on Rough Terrain 1. Drive the tractor slowly on hillsides and curves to eliminate the danger of tipping. Avoid slopes which are too steep for safe operation. Avoid sharp uphill turns. 2.
  • Page 26 3. New ROPS decals and tractor decals are available from your tractor dealer. ROPS Safety 1. Install the ROPS in accordance with Tektite mounting instructions. Failure to do so may affect the ROPS ability to withstand a roll over. 2. If the ROPS is subjected to alteration, structural damage or involved in an over turn accident, the entire structure must be replaced.
  • Page 27 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Operation Manual Operating Instructions Important The following section locates, identifies and briefly describes the functions of all cab controls. All operators should familiarize themselves with control location and function prior to operating the tractor. Failure to do so may result in unsafe operation of the tractor and possible injury or death to operators and bystanders.
  • Page 28 Standard and optional features are individually fused, and the fuses can be accessed behind the plug in the middle of the switch-plate. Cab Circuit Protection The Tektite ROPS cab is wired to provide maximum protection against individual circuit overload. All optional components are fused internally behind the cab switch plate. GC1725M Cab The GC1725M cab is designed to provide ROPS protection along with reasonable winter weather protection.
  • Page 29 June 2021© Massey GC1725M ROPS Cab Operation Manual After your ROPS Cab has been installed: Before starting a tractor equipped with a Tektite ROPS cab: 1. Clear the operator platform of all tools. Tools left in or around the ROPS and tractor can cause operator interference which could lead to bodily injury and/or damage the machine.
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