August 2011© Jacobsen Turf Cat 628 ROPS Operator Manual
Jacobsen Turf Cat 628 ROPS
** Shown with optional equipment
Jacobsen Turf Cat 628 ROPS
This ROPS is designed and built to fit
the Jacobsen Turf Cat 628.
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
www.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.
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Tektite Manufacturing Incorporated thanks you for purchasing a Jacobsen Turf Cat 628 ROPS!
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.
Tektite’s ROPS products are designed to provide safe and dependable service during operation
when they are properly maintained according to the instructions. Please read this operator
manual carefully before using this ROPS product.
The photos/illustrations provided in this manual may not provide all the detail needed, and are
for reference only.
All directions provided are from the reference point of the tractor seat facing the steering
wheel. All left and right references are from this view point.
For reference, please fill in the information below. This will assist your dealer in providing
service for this ROPS. It is advisable that this information be provided to your insurance
company as well in the event that the tractor is lost or damaged.
Vehicle Model: _________________________________________________________
ROPS Serial Number: ___________________________________________________
Date of Purchase: _______________________________________________________
Dealer Name: ___________________________________________________________
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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.
Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in death
or serious injury.
Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
Important: Indicates that cab or property damage may result if instructions are not carefully
followed.
NOTE: All products are designed to give safe, dependable service if they are operated and
maintained according to instructions. It is the owner’s responsibility to be certain anyone
operating this product reads this manual, and all other applicable manuals, to become familiar
with this cab and all safety precautions. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury
or cab damage. If you have any questions, consult your dealer. Read and understand this
manual before operation.
NOTE: A safe operator is the best assurance against accidents. All operators, no matter how
experienced they may be, should read this operator manual and all other related manuals
before attempting to operate features in this cab/ROPS and operate the base tractor. Please
read the following section and pay particular attention to all safety recommendations
contained in this manual and those labelled on the cab and on the tractor.
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General Safety
1. Never let an unqualified or untrained driver operate the utility vehicle.
2. Keep a fire extinguisher, with ABC rating securely fastened in the ROPS. Maintain it and be
familiar with its use.
3. Do not carry passengers.
4. Never operate the utility vehicle in a closed building for a prolonged period. Ensure adequate
ventilation is present, as engine exhaust fumes are poisonous and can kill.
5. Always keep sleeves, jackets or other loose clothing relatively tight and belted. Loose clothing
may catch on moving parts and result in severe personal injury or death.
6. Provide a first-aid kit, securely attached inside of the ROPS for use in case of accident.
7. Never jump from the utility vehicle. There is a danger of tripping or falling on protruding
parts.
8. Use steps and hand holds when mounting and dismounting the utility vehicle, or for servicing
components too high to reach from the ground.
9. When seated in the ROPS, fasten seat belt before starting the engine. A proper seat belt must
be worn at all times when using a ROPS.
10. Safety devices and shields are intended to protect operators from injury or death. Under no
circumstances should they be modified, disabled or removed.
Operating Safety
1. Always operate the utility vehicle controls while sitting in the operator’s seat.
2. Lock seat in position and buckle seat belt before operating the utility vehicle.
3. Avoid abrupt sharp turns at high speeds.
4. On sloped terrain, do not make sharp turns as machine stability could be compromised.
5. Operate the utility vehicle smoothly, avoid abrupt starts and stops.
6. Keep all shields in place when operating the utility vehicle.
7. Do not operate the utility vehicle when you are tired, sick, or impaired.
8. Never operate the utility vehicle in confined areas; visibility next to the tractor is reduced.
Injury to bystanders or damage to the ROPS or equipment may result.
Safety
Carefully review the procedures given in this manual and the utility vehicle operator’s manual
with all operators annually. It is important that all operators become familiar with, and follow
safety precautions. Operating instructions must be given to everyone using the tractor before
operation and at least once yearly thereafter in compliance with OSHA Regulations 1928.57
(United States).
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Safe Operation on Rough Terrain
1. Drive the utility vehicle 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. Always drive slowly enough over rough ground or obstructions. Drive at speeds slows enough
to ensure your safety.
3. When driving out of a ditch, gully, or up a steep hillside, engage the clutch slowly. Avoid
sharp uphill turns.
4. When descending steep grades, select a sufficiently low gear to maintain control with
minimum use of braking.
5. Use caution when driving near the edge of a ditch or gully. It may cave in, causing the utility
vehicle to roll over.
6. Be alert when operating near trees, slopes and around obstructions. Tree branches can cause
damage to ROPS components.
Maintenance Safety
1. Remove mud, crop residue, chains, and tools from steps and operator’s platform. They may
interfere with pedal operation or entry/exit from utility vehicle.
2. When servicing components are too high to reach from the ground use steps and handholds.
Do not use fenders or shields that are not designed as steps.
Safe Highway Operation
1. Before operating the utility vehicle on, or near, public roadways check with your local
authorities for any local regulations that will affect you.
2. Equip towed implements with slow moving vehicle (SMV) signs when traveling on public
roads.
3. Install additional lights on implement rear to safeguard against rear end collisions.
4. Use hazard warning flashers as required by law when transporting or driving on public roads.
If the utility vehicle had warning flashers removed when mounting the ROPS, they must be
replaced prior to operation on public roads.
5. Keep to the right, yielding right-of-way traffic, especially if pulling implements. Pull off the
road and stop to allow motorists to pass. Drive on the road shoulder, if permitted by law.
6. Use extreme caution when pulling heavy loads at road speeds. Avoid hard application of the
utility vehicle brakes at high speed.
7. Always drive slowly near curbs, approaches or ditches.
8. If equipped, ensure headlights are aligned so they will not blind the operator’s of oncoming
vehicles. If the utility vehicle is not equipped with turn signals and law requires them, install
them prior to operating on or near public roads.
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9. Use your turn signals, checking for traffic well in advance of turning. If the utility vehicle is
not equipped with turn signals and law requires them, install them prior to operating on or near
public roads.
Safety Decals
1. Keep decals clean. Remove dirt with a wet clean cloth when necessary.
2. Replace safety decals if destroyed, missing, painted over or unreadable. If any safety decals
are covered or obscured when the ROPS is mounted, it is recommended that you purchase
replacement decals from the utility vehicle manufacturer. Mount them in a readable location
at, or near, their original location before operating the utility vehicle.
3. New ROPS decals and utility vehicle decals are available from your utility vehicle 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. Failure to do so may result in injury or death in the event
of a roll over.
3. If the utility vehicle in not equipped with seat belts, purchase approved seat belts from the
utility vehicle manufacturer or Tektite prior to operating the utility vehicle.
4. Always fasten seat belts prior to operating the utility vehicle.
5. Always operate the utility vehicle from the operator’s seat.
6. Remove mud, crop residue, chains and tools from steps and operator’s platform. They may
interfere with pedal operation or entry/exit from the utility vehicle.
7. Remove all loose chains, tools, and equipment from the operator’s platform. Failure to do so
may cause injury or death in the event of a roll over.
8. Do not install the ROPS on a utility vehicle model that the ROPS is not designated for
(compatible utility vehicle designations are printed on the ROPS serial number plate). The ROPS
is designed specifically for individual models to ensure ROPS requirements will be met.
Installing the ROPS on a non designated utility vehicle may result in injury or death.
Emergency Exits
This ROPS has 2 exits, which may be used in an emergency: left and right side doors.
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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.
If electrical options are ordered, there is one switch plate located in the cab. The following
switches are available and their functionality is described.
Cab Switch Plate
1. Front Wiper Rocker Switch (standard)
Low position: Off
High position: On
Note: indicator light activates when wiper is on.
2. Rear Wiper Rocker Switch (not available on all models)
Low position: Off
High position: On
Note: indicator light activates when wiper is on.
3. Front Work Light Rocker Switch (optional) or Head Light Switch
Low position: Off
High position: On
Note: indicator light activates when work lights are on.
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4. Rear Work Light Rocker Switch (optional)
Low position: Off
High position: On
Note: indicator light activates when work light is on.
5. Beacon Rocker Switch (optional)
Low position: Off
High position: On
Note: indicator light activates when work lights are on.
6. Water Heater Fan Rocker Switch (optional)
Low position: Off
High position: On
Note: indicator light activates when work lights are on.
Optional RoadPro 12V Electric Heater
Low Position: Heater
Middle Position: Off
High Position: Fan
Top Control Knob: Moderates internal fan speed.
Optional Steering Wheel Mount Turn Signal/Flasher Kit
Lever Low Position: Left Turn
Lever Middle Position: Off
Lever High Position: Right Turn
Flasher Pull Tab In: Flashers Off
Flasher Pull Tab Out: Flashers On
Standard and optional features are individually fused, and the fuses can be accessed behind the
plug in the middle of the switchplate.
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, except for
the 12v heater. The 12v heater has dual fuses on the body of the heater unit itself. Cab wiring
is direct to the tractor battery. DO NOT leave 12v heater option activated when tractor is not
running as battery run down can occur.
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After your ROPS has been installed:
Before starting a utility vehicle equipped with a Tektite ROPS:
1. Clear the operator platform of all tools. Tools left in or around the ROPS and utility vehicle
can cause operator interference which could lead to bodily injury and/or damage the machine.
2. Inspect the ROPS and utility vehicle to ensure all bolts are tight and re-tighten if required.
3. Ensure that all pedals, levers, and controls have adequate clearance for normal operation.
4. Ensure that all electrical components of both the ROPS and utility vehicle operate normally.
5. Ensure your door latches properly onto the striker pin. Immediately after installation, the
ROPS frame may flex slightly from installation, and the door latch will need to be re-aligned for
proper operation. Loosen the striker pin, striker mounting plate and door latch as necessary to
get a proper alignment of the door striker.
Service Parts Breakdowns:
Following are parts breakdowns for components that may require service parts replacement
during the life of the ROPS. If you require replacement parts, please contact the dealer that
you purchased the ROPS from and indicate which parts you require.
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