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Tektite Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual

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May 2014 ©
Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab
** Shown with optional components
Caution
** Please read installation instructions and follow all safety statements before attempting to install
this product.
** This ROPS cab is heavy. An over-head hoist or high lift forklift will be needed to lift this cage over
the machine. It is recommended that a minimum of two people participate during the installation
procedure.
** A copy of this installation manual should be kept with the machine operating manuals.
Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual
Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab
This ROPS cab is designed and
built to fit the Jacobsen R-311.
Designed and Built by:
Tektite Manufacturing Inc:
24157 Hwy 3
P.O. Box 639
Winkler, MB
R6W 4A8
Canada
PH: 204-331-3463
Fax: 204-331-4159
sales@tektite.ca
One year standard product
warranty provided by Tektite.

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  • Page 1 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab ** Shown with optional components This ROPS cab is designed and built to fit the Jacobsen R-311. Designed and Built by: Tektite Manufacturing Inc: 24157 Hwy 3 P.O.
  • Page 2 Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual Tektite Manufacturing Incorporated thanks you for purchasing a Jacobsen R311 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 protection.
  • Page 3 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual Standard Parts List: Description Bolt, Hex, 5/8” x 3”, Gr. 8, YD Nut, Flange, 5/8”, Gr. 8, YD Washer, Heavy, ¼” Flat Bolt, Hex, ½” x 4 ½” Isolator (pre-installed) Bolt, Hex, 3/8” x 3”, YD Coupler Nut, 3/8”, 1 3/4"...
  • Page 4 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual Optional Parts List Heater: Description Splicer, Radiator Hose, 1 1/4” ID (1 3/8" outer) Hose Clamp, HS-24 Hose Clamp, HS-6 Heater Hose (pre-installed), 3/8” ID 30 FT Fitting, 3/8 NPT x 3/8” Barb, Straight...
  • Page 5 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual...
  • Page 6 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual For cabs equipped with Air Conditioning Option, the following steps can be performed before the cab is installed. Air Conditioning Install Instructions: 1. Un-bolt and remove the tractor alternator, spacer, fasteners and guard.
  • Page 7 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 2. One wire on the alternator harness needs to be lengthened. Break the zip ties holding the harness in place to loosen up the harness, and then pull the red wire that goes to the white plug out.
  • Page 8 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 4. Remove the main drive belt and replace with the provided new main drive belt. 5. Insert the compressor over the alternator mount with the fill ports located as shown in the photo below.
  • Page 9 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 7. Slip the short belt, 1/2" x 22", over the compressor. 8. Install the nut at the end of the compressor bolt and loosely tighten only. 9. Slip main drive belt, 31/64" x 44 7/8", over the compressor. Note, initially this belt will be very snug.
  • Page 10 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 10. Install the tube spacer (2 3/8” length) between the top tensioner plate and the rear compressor ears. Use the provided 3/8” x 4” hex bolt to slide through the ears, plate and tube. Note, it is snug and it may fit tightly.
  • Page 11 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 13. Take the provided tensioner bracket for the alternator, and slide between the compressor ears and loosely fasten into place with the 3/8” x 4” hex bolt and nut provided.
  • Page 12 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 14. Use the original alternator tensioning bolt for the tensioning fastener location. 15. Apply belt tension, and then tighten the 3/8” x 2” bolt. 16. Please proceed with the cab installation now.
  • Page 13 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 7. Loosen the small screw above the fuel tank gauge. Take the provided flat seal plate and slide under the screw fastener and into the pocket around the 2-post ROPS. Tighten the screw once aligned.
  • Page 14 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 12. Take the 1” x 1” NDAX and install in the pocket as shown in the photo below behind the left lower 2-post ROPS member. 13. Re-install the lower left 2-post ROPS member.
  • Page 15 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 15. Use the provided ¼” x ½” flange bolts and nuts and fasten shield into place. Install the 1” x 1” NDAX as shown at the front corner to ensure a weather seal.
  • Page 16 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 19. Locate the two 3/8” holes shown in the photo below. Drill out to ½”. 20. Take the front bracket and position it against the front and sides of the operator foot platform.
  • Page 17 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 22. Un-hook the side door gas shocks and lift the left and right doors off of the pin hinges on the cab. 23. Take the provided cab lift brackets and bolt to the weld nut located at the top inner corner of the b-post with the provided ½”...
  • Page 18 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 30. Connect the wire harness to the turn signal lever. Use provided screw and washer to fasten harness to front of the steering tower with the wire conduit clamp provided. 31. Route the electrical harness from the lower right C-post under the hood and into the engine bay.
  • Page 19 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual ** If cab is equipped with a heater option, proceed with the following steps. 32. Drain the engine antifreeze. 33. Locate the upper thermostat fittings on the right side of the engine on the thermostat housing.
  • Page 20 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 34. Take the provided street fitting and install into open port. Install the thermostat fitting into the horizontal port at the end of the adapter fitting. Then install the 3/8NPT x 3/8” barb straight fitting into the open top port.
  • Page 21 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 36. NOTE: The pressure host is the one that was closest to the rear window glass, the suction hose is furthest out. Route the heater hoses from the lower left C-post under the hood and into the engine bay.
  • Page 22 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 44. Connect the hoses to the compressor. Ensure the o-rings are properly seated onto the compressor so that there will be no leaking of Freon. 45. Connect the white compressor clutch wire to the compressor.
  • Page 23 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 48. To ensure a proper seal, use a black silicone sealant around all small open cracks between the cab weather stripping and tractor components. 49. Take one of the deck stop tubes, 3/8” x 3” hex bolts, and 3/8” coupler nuts and go to left wing deck.
  • Page 24 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual 51. Take the left step bracket and move to operator platform at front left corner of cab. Remove two factory bolts and nuts and slide step into place. Use factory hardware to fasten step into place.
  • Page 25 May 2014 © Jacobsen R-311 ROPS Cab Installation Manual...
  • Page 26 PH: 204-331-3463 Fax: 204-331-4159 sales@tektite.ca One year standard product warranty provided by Tektite. Caution ** Please read installation instructions and follow all safety statements before attempting operating this ROPS product. ** A copy of this operator manual should be kept with the machine operating manuals.
  • Page 27 Jacobsen R311 Turbo ROPS Cab Operator Manual Tektite Manufacturing Incorporated thanks you for purchasing a Jacobsen R311 Turbo 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 28 “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 29: Safety Precautions

    March 2014© Jacobsen R311 Turbo ROPS Cab Operator 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 30: General Safety

    March 2014© Jacobsen R311 Turbo ROPS Cab Operator Manual General Safety 1. Never let an unqualified or untrained driver operate the mower. 2. Keep a fire extinguisher, with ABC rating securely fastened in the ROPS. Maintain it and be familiar with its use. 3.
  • Page 31 March 2014© Jacobsen R311 Turbo ROPS Cab Operator Manual Safe Operation on Rough Terrain 1. Drive the mower 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 32 3. New ROPS decals and mower decals are available from your mower 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 33 March 2014© Jacobsen R311 Turbo ROPS Cab Operator 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 mower. Failure to do so may result in unsafe operation of the mower and possible injury or death to operators and bystanders.
  • Page 34 March 2014© Jacobsen R311 Turbo ROPS Cab Operator Manual High position: On Note: indicator light activates when wiper is on. 3. Front Work Light Rocker Switch (optional) Low position: Off High position: On Note: indicator light activates when work lights are on. 4.
  • Page 35 Cab Circuit Protection The Tektite ROPS cab is wired to provide maximum protection against accidental battery rundown and circuit overload. A relay in the cab is ignition activated and prevents the operator from accidentally leaving fan motors, lights on after turning the tractor off and leaving for the day.
  • Page 36 Jacobsen R311 Turbo ROPS Cab Operator Manual After your ROPS Cab has been installed: Before starting a mower equipped with a Tektite ROPS cab: 1. Clear the operator platform of all tools. Tools left in or around the ROPS and mower can cause operator interference which could lead to bodily injury and/or damage the machine.
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