Cub Cadet TANK LZ 48 Operator's Manual page 12

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 tractor main frame. See Fig. 3-3.
ROPS Lower
Sections
Flat Washer
Carriage Bolt
NOTE: The ROPS folding stop should be positioned toward
the rear of the unit. See Fig. 3-3.
2. Insert the carriage bolts (one per side) in the frame brackets
and ROPS posts from 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 fuel
tanks.
3. Install the reinforced plates and flange lock nuts, but do
not tighten. See Fig. 3-3.
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Flange Lock Nut
Flat Washer
Reinforced Plate
Figure 3-3
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4. Install the upper ROPS section onto the lower ROPS "posts".
Install the bolts and nuts. See Fig. 3-4.
Retaining
Washer
Bolt
Lock Nuts
Figure 3-4
5. Tighten upper ROPS section bolts after both RH & LH
hardware is installed.
6. Tighten the frame mounting hardware to 80-90 lb.-ft.
torque. See Fig. 3-3.
NOTE: Make sure tubular upright posts are absolutely
tight within welded bracket. If the ROPS is not absolutely
tight after tightening hardware to 80-90 ft-lbs, additional
tightening is needed.
7. Route the nylon lanyard as shown in Fig. 3-5. Be sure to
secure the lanyard to the retaining clip and clevis pin.
A
C
Figure 3-5
Retaining
Washer
Bolt
B