Kubota M8540 Owners Manual
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. OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODELS M8540 M9540 English (AC) Code No. 3C081-9971-4 READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL © PRINTED IN JAPAN KUBOTA Corporation 2005. ABBREVIATION LIST KUBOTA Corporation is Abbreviations Definitions Since its inception in 1890, KUBOTA Corporation has grown to rank as one of the major firms in Japan. Two Wheel Drive To achieve this status, the company has through the years.
UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS As a guide to the operation of your tractor, various universal symbols have been utilized on the instruments and controls. The symbols are shown below with an indication of their meaning.
Safety Alert Symbol Draft Control-Shallow Position Diesel Fuel Draft Control-Deep Position Fuel-Level 3-Point Lowering Speed Control. FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA Tractor. This tractor is a product of KUBOTA quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of fine materials and under a rigid quality control system. It will give you long, satisfactory service. To obtain the best use of your tractor, please read this manual carefully. CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION.
SERVICING OF TRACTOR.1 SPECIFICATIONS. 2 SPECIFICATION TABLE.2 TRAVELING SPEEDS. 4 IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS.5 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS.7 PRE-OPERATION CHECK.10 DAILY CHECK. 10 OPERATING THE ENGINE.11 STARTING THE ENGINE.11 COLD WEATHER STARTING. CONTENTS Hand Throttle Lever.27 Foot Throttle.27 Parking Brake Lever.
28 STOPPING.28 Stopping. 28 CHECK DURING DRIVING. 28 Immediately Stop the Engine if.28 Easy Checker(TM).28 Fuel Gauge.29 Coolant Temperature Gauge.29 Tachometer.29 PTO RPM / TRAVEL SPEED MONITOR.
CONTENTS 3-point Hitch Lowering Speed.47 REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM.47 Remote Control Valve. 47 Remote Control Valve Lever. 48 Remote Control Valve Coupler Connecting and Disconnecting.48 Flow Control Valve (option). 49 Adjusting the flow rate.49 Positions and advantages of the flow control valve. CONTENTS Checking Parking Brake Lever.73 Checking Fuel Line.73 Lubricating Grease Fittings. 74 EVERY 200 HOURS.75 Checking Radiator Hose and Clamp.75 Checking Intake Air Line.76 Checking Power Steering Line.76 Adjusting Toe-in.76 Draining Fuel Tank Water. CONTENTS STORAGE.
89 TRACTOR STORAGE. 89 REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE. 89 TROUBLESHOOTING.90 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING.90 OPTIONS.91. The operator must remain in the caution labels on the tractor. Tractor seat during operation.
KUBOTA recommends the use of a CAB or Roll Over 10. Check brakes, clutch, linkage pins and other Protective Structures (ROPS) and seat belt in almost mechanical parts for improper adjustment and wear.
SAFE OPERATION 14. The narrower the tread, the greater the risk of a tractor 5.
Check before each use that operator presence upset. For maximum stability, adjust the wheels to the controls are functioning correctly. Test safety systems. Widest practical tread width for your application. (See (See 'Checking Engine Start System'.
SAFE OPERATION 4. Never carry children on your machine. There is no safe C Driving the tractor on the road place for them to ride. They may fall off and be run 1. Lock the 2 brake pedals together to help assure over or interfere with your control of the machine.
SAFE OPERATION 10. Keep the ROPS in the 'UP' position and wear the seat belt when driving the tractor on the road. PARKING THE TRACTOR Otherwise, you will not be protected in the event of a tractor roll-over.
Disengage the PTO, lower all implements to the 11. SAFE OPERATION 7. Disconnect the battery's ground cable before working on or near electric components.
USING 3-POINT HITCH 8. To avoid the possibility of battery explosion, do not use or charge the refillable type battery if the fluid level is 1. SAFE OPERATION 15. Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure has sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing serious personal injury. Before disconnecting hydraulic lines, be sure to release all residual pressure. Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system, make sure that all connections are tight and that all lines, pipes, and hoses are free of damage.
SAFE OPERATION 7. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS. SAFE OPERATION. SAFE OPERATION. Clean danger, warning and caution labels with soap and water, dry with a soft cloth. Replace damaged or missing danger, warning and caution labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA Dealer. If a component with danger, warning and caution label(s) affixed is replaced with new part, make sure new label(s) is (are) attached in the same location(s) as the replaced component.
KUBOTA Dealer. For service, contact the KUBOTA Dealership from which you purchased your tractor or your local KUBOTA Dealer. When in need of parts, be prepared to give your dealer both the tractor and engine serial numbers. SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE M8540 M9540 Model Model V3800-DI-T Type Direct Injection, liquid cooled 4 cylinder diesel Number of cylinders Total displacement cm (cu.in.) 3769 (230) Bore and stroke mm (in.) 100 x 120 (3.9 x 4.7) Rated speed 2600. SPECIFICATIONS M8540 M9540 Model Hydraulic control system Position, draft (top link sensing) & mix control L (U.S.gals.) / Pump capacity 64.3 (17.0) Three point hitch Category 2 2500 (5510), At lifting kg (lbs.) 3900 (8600) W / Hydraulic High Capacity Lift Cylinders. SPECIFICATIONS TRAVELING SPEEDS (At rated engine rpm) M8540 / M9540 Model F8 / R8 model F12 / R12 model Tire size (Rear) 18.4-30 Shuttle Range gear Main gear km/h km/h shift lever shift lever shift lever 0.42 0.26 0.42 0.26 0.63. Use with implements which are not sold or approved by KUBOTA and which exceed the maximum specifications listed below, or which are otherwise unfit for use with the KUBOTA Tractor may result in malfunctions or failures of the tractor, damage to other property and injury to the operator or others.
Any malfunctions or failures of the tractor resulting from use with improper implements are not covered by the warranty. IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS M8540 M9540 Implement Remarks Max. Tank Capacity L (gals.) 4000 (1060) Slurry Tank Max. Load Capacity kg (lbs.) 5000 (11000) Max. Load Capacity kg (lbs.) 5000 (11000) 6000 (13200) 5000 (11000) 6000 (13200) Trailer Max.
Drawbar Load kg (lbs.) 1500 (3300) Max. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS B Instrument Panel, Switches and Hand Controls ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Turn signal light switch. 21 (2) Head light switch.21 (3) Easy Checker(TM).28 (4) Front work light switch.
22 (5) Hazard light switch.21 (6) Key switch. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Hazard / Turn signal indicator.21 (8) 4WD indicator.26 (2) PTO clutch indicator. 38 (9) Fuel level indicator.28 (3) Liquid crystal display. 30 (10) Fuel gauge.29 (4) Electrical charge indicator. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS B Foot and Hand Controls ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Hydraulic-shuttle shift lever Hydraulic shuttle model.
24 (1) Synchro-shuttle shift lever Synchro shuttle model.25 (2) Tilt pedal.(3) Clutch pedal. 23 (4) Differential lock pedal.35 (5) Front wheel drive lever.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK PRE-OPERATION CHECK DAILY CHECK To prevent trouble from occurring, it is important to know the condition of the tractor well. Check it before starting. To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to check and service the tractor on a level surface with the engine shut off and the parking brake 'ON'. OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE To avoid personal injury: 1. Make sure the parking brake is set.
A Read 'Safe Operation' in the front of this manual. To set the parking brake; A Read the danger, warning and caution labels (1) Depress the brake pedals. OPERATING THE ENGINE 2. Make sure the fuel cock is in the 3. Place the shift levers in 'NEUTRAL' 'OPEN' position.
(1) Fuel cock (A) 'CLOSE' (B) 'OPEN' (1) Hydraulic-shuttle shift lever (N) 'NEUTRAL POSITION' (2) Main gear shift lever 'LOW'. OPERATING THE ENGINE 4. Place the PTO clutch control lever in 6.
Insert the key into the key switch and 'OFF' position and hydraulic control turn it 'ON'. Levers in 'LOWEST' position. 'OFF' 'ON' 'START' (1) PTO clutch control lever 'ON'.
OPERATING THE ENGINE COLD WEATHER STARTING A Daily checks with the Easy Checker(TM) only, are not If the ambient temperature is below 0 ) and the sufficient. Never fail to conduct daily checks carefully engine is very cold, follow the procedure below after by referring to Daily Check. A Do not connect other end of negative (-) jumper cable to negative (-) terminal of tractor battery. A If key does not stop the engine, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. When jump starting engine, follow the instructions below to safely start the engine. OPERATING THE ENGINE (1) Dead battery (2) Lay a damp rag over the vent caps (3) Jumper cables (4) Helper battery A This machine has a 12 volt negative (-) ground starting system. A Use only same voltage for jump starting.
A Use of a higher voltage source on tractor's electrical system could result in severe damage to tractor's electrical system. In handling a new tractor, the implements and attachments. Following precautions should be observed. If interference occurs, contact your KUBOTA Dealer.
BDo not Operate the Tractor at Full Speed for the First 50 Hours. BTo Fold the ROPS A Do not start quickly nor apply the brakes suddenly. OPERATING THE TRACTOR BTo Raise the ROPS to Upright Position 1.
Remove both hair pin cotters and set bolts. Align set bolt holes and insert both set bolts. Slightly (1) Set bolt tighten the set bolts and secure them with the hair pin (2) Hair pin cotter cotters. OPERATING THE TRACTOR STARTING BAdjustment of Foldable ROPS A Adjust the free fall of the ROPS upper frame regularly. Adjusting the Operator's Position.
A If you feel less friction in folding the ROPS, remove the cotter pin (1), tighten the nut (2) until you feel the right friction in the movement and then replace the cotter BOperator's Seat pin. OPERATING THE TRACTOR BGlove Box BTilt Steering Adjustment To avoid personal injury: A Do not adjust the steering wheel while the tractor is in motion. Press down the steering wheel tilt pedal, to release the lock so the steering wheel can be adjusted to one of 6 desired positions.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR A The hazard light switch is operative when the key 2. Selecting Light Switch Positions. Switch is in either the 'ON' or 'OFF' position. A The turn signal light switch is only operative when the key switch is in the 'ON' position. BLight Switch A Be sure to return the turn signal switch to center Turn the light switch clockwise, and the following lights are.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR BFront Work Light Switch 3. Checking the Brake Pedal. BBrake Pedals (Right and Left) To avoid personal injury: A Do not operate on roads with work lights on. Work lights may blind or confuse operators of oncoming vehicles. To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to interlock the right and left pedals. OPERATING THE TRACTOR 4.
Raise the Implement. Depress the Clutch Pedal.
(see 'HYDRAULIC UNIT' section.) BClutch Pedal To avoid personal injury: A Sudden release of the clutch may cause the tractor to lunge in an unexpected manner. The clutch is disengaged when the clutch pedal is fully pressed down. OPERATING THE TRACTOR 6. Selecting the Travel Speed.
(1) Hydraulic - shuttle shift lever (F) 'FORWARD 'LOW' (2) Main gear shift lever (N) 'NEUTRAL POSITION' 'HIGH' (3) Range gear shift lever (R) 'REVERSE' 'CREEP' (if equipped) By combination of using the main gear shift lever, the range gear shift lever and hydraulic-shuttle shift lever, BRange Gear Shift Lever forward speeds and reverse speeds shown in the table. OPERATING THE TRACTOR (1) Synchro - shuttle shift lever (F) 'FORWARD 'LOW' (2) Main gear shift lever (N) 'NEUTRAL POSITION' 'HIGH' (3) Range gear shift lever (R) 'REVERSE' 'CREEP' (if equipped) By combination of using the main gear shift lever, the range gear shift lever and synchro-shuttle shift lever, BRange Gear Shift Lever forward speeds and reverse speeds shown in the table. Misuse of the brakes may cause damage to the transmission and is therefore not acceptable to KUBOTA for coverage under the warranty. A Press the clutch pedal completely down and stop the tractor's motion before shifting the range gear shift. OPERATING THE TRACTOR C 4WD Indicator The 4WD indicator turns on while the front wheel drive 7. Accelerate the Engine. Lever is in 'ON' (4WD) position.
The 4WD indicator goes off when the front wheel drive BHand Throttle Lever lever is in 'OFF' (2WD) position. Pulling the throttle lever back decreases engine speed, and pushing it forward increases engine speed.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR STOPPING 8. Unlock the Parking Brake and Slowly BStopping Release the Clutch. Slow down the engine. Step on the clutch and brake pedal. BParking Brake Lever 3. After the tractor has stopped, disengage the PTO, lower the implement to the ground, shift the To release the parking brake, depress the brake pedals transmission to neutral, release the clutch pedal,.
Check the tractor by referring to 'TROUBLESHOOTING' section. A For checking and servicing of your tractor, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for instructions.
BFuel Gauge When the key switch is on, the fuel gauge indicates the fuel level. OPERATING THE TRACTOR PTO RPM / TRAVEL SPEED MONITOR BChanging Display Mode 1. The LCD monitor gives two different display modes: 'Traveling speed and Hour meter' and 'Traveling speed and PTO speed'. Each time the PTO/Hour meter select switch is pressed, the mode is switched to the changing display.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR Display mode switching Hour meter mode A Traveling speed and total operating hours are displayed. Hour meter mode and PTO A The hour meter indicates in 5 digits the speed mode hours the tractor has been used; the last digit indicates 1/10 of an hour. OPERATING THE TRACTOR BPTO Speed Display Mode Switching Whenever the PTO speed is changed to the other speed, it is necessary to switch the PTO speed display mode. Otherwise the PTO speed will not get correctly displayed in the LCD monitor.
When the PTO speed is changed from 540 rpm to 1000 rpm or from 1000 rpm to 540 rpm, it is necessary to switch the PTO speed display mode. OPERATING THE TRACTOR BEntering the Travel Speed Coefficient When optional different-diameter tires are fitted on the machine, the travel speed display mode must be changed. Otherwise the travel speed will not get correctly displayed.
Such mode switching is also needed when the original tires are back on the machine. OPERATING THE TRACTOR PARKING 1. Before getting off the tractor, disengage the PTO, lower all implements, place all control levers in their BParking neutral positions, push the parking brake lever to parking position, stop the engine and remove the key.
SMV emblem and warning Differential lock is maintained only while the pedal is lamps on equipment. Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details. (1) SMV emblem (1) Differential lock pedal (A) Press to 'ENGAGE'. OPERATING THE TRACTOR BOperating on Slopes and Rough Terrain BTrailer Electrical Outlet A trailer electrical outlet is supplied for use with trailer or implement. To avoid personal injury: A Always back up when going up a steep slope. Driving forward could cause the tractor to tip over backward.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR BElectrical Outlet A electrical outlet is supplied for use with implement. (1) Accessory electrical outlet (15A).
PTO OPERATION A Tractor engine will not start if PTO clutch control lever is in the engaged 'ON' position. A If the PTO system is engaged and you stand up from the seat, the warning buzzer will whistle for about 10 To avoid personal injury: seconds after standing up. A For maximum shaft speeds various B1000 rpm PTO Shaft implements, see the implement Operator's Manual. if equipped BLCD Monitor Message To avoid personal injury: 1. The PTO rpm can be checked in the LCD monitor.
A Be sure to observe the PTO shaft speed (See 'PTO RPM / TRAVEL SPEED MONITOR'. BPTO Shaft Cover and Shaft Cap Keep the PTO shaft cover in place at all times. Replace the PTO shaft cap when the PTO is not in use. Before connecting or disconnecting a drive shaft to PTO shaft, be sure engine is 'OFF'.
Raise up the PTO shaft cover. Afterward be sure to return the PTO shaft cover to the 'NORMAL POSITION'.
THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR (1) Top link (2) Lifting rod (Left) (3) Telescopic stabilizers (4) Lower link (5) Lifting rod (Right) (6) Drawbar. THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR 3-POINT HITCH C Floating mechanism When the floating mechanism is used, the implement is able to follow the tractor freely in response to the soil and 1. Make preparations for attaching ground conditions. This is suited for operation with implement. THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR BLifting Rod (Right) 2. Attaching and detaching implements To avoid personal injury: A Do not extend lifting rod beyond the groove on To avoid personal injury: the thread rod. A Be sure to stop the engine.
A Do not stand between tractor and implement 1. THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR BTop Link BTelescopic Stabilizers Adjust the telescopic stabilizers to control horizontal sway of the implement. Select the proper set of holes by referring to the 'Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference To avoid personal injury: Chart' in 'REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM' A When extending the top link, do not exceed the in 'HYDRAULIC UNIT'. THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR DRAWBAR BSwing Drawbar The drawbar can be used in three different ways as illustrated below.
Assemble it correctly with locating pins. To avoid personal injury: A Never pull from the top link, the rear axle or any point above the drawbar. A If noises are heard when implement is lifting after the hydraulic control lever has been activated, the hydraulic mechanism is not adjusted properly. Unless corrected, the unit will be damaged. Contact your KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment. 3-POINT HITCH CONTROL SYSTEM (1) Draft control lever (A) 'UP'.
HYDRAULIC UNIT REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM The hydraulic auxiliary control valves can be installed up to triple segments. It is not possible to use triple segments with flow control valve.
BRemote Control Valve There are two types of remote valves available for these models. Clean oil and dust from the coupler, then replace the dust plugs. Lever (2) Push Pull Port A Your local KUBOTA Dealer can supply parts to adapt couplers to hydraulic hoses. Lever (3) Push Pull Port. HYDRAULIC UNIT Refer to the illustration below. BFlow Control Valve (option) 1. The flow rate for the remote control valve (2), located on above the flow control valve (3), can be adjusted.
The optional flow control valve may be added for the 2. HYDRAULIC UNIT C Position 2 1. The attachment control speed (hydraulic motor RPM, BPositions and advantages of the flow for example) of the remote control valve (2) can be control valve maintained at a constant level. Refer to illustration below. HYDRAULIC UNIT BHydraulic Control Unit Use Reference Chart In order to handle the hydraulics properly, the operator must be familiar with the following.
Though this information may not be applicable to all types of implements and soil conditions, it is useful for general conditions. If necessary to work A Do not use tires other than those approved by under tractor or any machine elements for KUBOTA. Servicing or adjustment, securely support them with stands or suitable blocking beforehand. A When optional different-diameter tires are fitted on the. TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST BFront Wheels (with four wheel drive) Front tread width can be adjusted as shown with the standard equipped tires.
To change the tread width 1. Remove the wheel rim and disk mounting bolts. Change the position of the rim and disk (right and left) to the desired position, and tighten the bolts. TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST BRear Wheels Rear tread width can be adjusted as shown with the standard equipped tires. To change the tread width 1.
Remove the wheel rim and / or disk mounting bolts. Change the position of the rim and / or disk (right and left) to the desired position, and tighten the bolts. C Rear Wheel Weights (option) See your implement operator's manual for required The rear wheel weights can be attached to the rear wheel. Number of weights or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer See your implement operator's manual for required to use.
TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST C Liquid Ballast in Rear Tires Water and calcium chloride solution provides safe economical ballast. Used properly, it will not damage tires, tubes or rims. The addition of calcium chloride is recommended to prevent the water from freezing. Use of this method of weighting the wheels has the full approval of the tire companies. MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS Indication on hour meter Ref. Items Interval page every Engine start system Check 50 Hr every Wheel bolt torque Check 50 Hr every Battery condition Check 100 Hr every Greasing 100 Hr every Fan belt Adjust 100 Hr every Brake Pedal. MAINTENANCE Indication on hour meter Ref.
Items Interval page every Engine oil Change 300 Hr every Hydraulic oil filter Replace 300 Hr Greasing (2WD front every wheel hub) 400 Hr every Water separator Clean 400 Hr every Fuel filter Replace 400 Hr every Engine oil filter.5 When the battery is used for less than 100 hours per year, check the battery condition by reading the indicator annually. A The items listed above (@ marked) are registered as emission related critical parts by KUBOTA in the U.S.EPA nonroad emission regulation. KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid. (63.4 U.S.qts.) Front differential 6.0 L case oil 4WD (6.3 U.S.qts.) KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid. or SAE 80 - SAE 90 gear oil Front axle gear 3.5 L case oil 4WD (3.7 U.S.qts.) Greasing No. We recommend the use of KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid for optimum protection and performance. (Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further detail.) Do not mix different brands together.
PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE BHood To open the hood, hold the hood and pull the release lever To avoid personal injury: A Do not work under any hydraulically supported and open the hood. They can settle, suddenly leak down, or be accidentally lowered. PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK A Do not permit dirt or trash to get into the fuel system. For your own safety and maximum service life of the A Be careful not to let the fuel tank become empty, machine, make a through daily inspection before otherwise air will enter the fuel system, necessitating operating the machine to start the engine. PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Water Separator BChecking Engine Oil Level 1. Kia rio ice service manual free download. As water is collected in the water separator, the red float is raised.
When the red float has reached the white line, close To avoid personal injury: the fuel cock, loosen the retainer ring, take out the cup, A Be sure to stop the engine before checking the and clean the cup. A If the radiator cap has to be removed, follow the caution above and securely retighten the cap. A Use clean, fresh soft water and anti-freeze to fill the recovery tank. A If water should leak, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. PERIODIC SERVICE C Cleaning 1.
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Open the panel. BCleaning Evacuator Valve 2. Raise the panel until pin(A) clears the hole, and take Open the evacuator valve to get rid of large particles of out the panel. Dust and dirt. Check front grill to be sure it is clean from debris. PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Dust Indicator BChecking Brake Pedals and Clutch Pedal There is a dust indicator on the air cleaner body.
If the red Synchro Shuttle model signal on the dust indicator is visible, clean the element immediately. (See 'Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element'. Disengage the PTO clutch control switch or lever. Turn the key to 'START' position. The engine must not crank.
If it cranks, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this To avoid serious injury or death: service. PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 100 HOURS BChecking Wheel Bolt Torque BChecking Battery Condition To avoid personal injury: To avoid the possibility of battery explosion: A Never operate tractor with a loose rim, wheel, refillable type battery, follow or axle. Instructions below. A Any time bolts and nuts are loosened, retighten A Do not use or charge the refillable type battery to specified torque. PERIODIC SERVICE C Battery Charging To avoid personal injury: A When the battery is being activated, hydrogen and oxygen gases in the battery are extremely explosive. Keep open sparks and flames away from the battery at all times, especially when charging the battery. PERIODIC SERVICE A Be sure to refit the cover with the arrow (on the rear Reserve Cold Normal of cover) upright.
If the cover is improperly fitted, Capacity Cranking Charging evacuator valve will not function and dust will adhere (min) Amps Rate (A) to the element. Slightly depress the clutch pedal and measure free out of the specifications, contact your local travel at the top of pedal stroke. KUBOTA Dealer for adjusting the brakes. If adjustment is needed, loosen the lock nut and turn C Checking the brake pedal free travel the turnbuckle to adjust the rod length within acceptable limits. 15 degrees (Slope that rises by 2.7 4. Do the same for the left-hand pedal. Meters every 10 meters).
If the tractor moves, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. Always engage the parking brake before dismounting the tractor. PERIODIC SERVICE BLubricating Grease Fittings Apply a small amount of multipurpose grease to the following points every 100 hours: If you operated the machine in extremely wet and muddy conditions, lubricate grease fittings more often. (1) Grease fitting (Front axle gear case support) RH, LH (1) Grease fitting (Top link) (2) Grease fitting (Top link bracket) (3) Grease fitting (Lifting rod). PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 200 HOURS BChecking Radiator Hose and Clamp Check to see if radiator hoses are properly fixed every 200 hours of operation or 6 months, whichever comes first.
If hose clamps are loose or water leaks, tighten bands securely. PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Intake Air Line BAdjusting Toe-in 1. Check to see that hoses and hose clamps are tight and not damaged. Proper toe-in 2. If hoses and clamps are found worn or damaged, 2 to 8 mm (0.08 to 0.31 in.) replace or repair them at once. PERIODIC SERVICE C Adjusting procedures 1. Detach the snap ring.
BDraining Fuel Tank Water 2. Loosen the tie-rod nut. Loosen the drain plug at the bottom of the fuel tank to let 3. Turn the tie-rod joint to adjust the rod length until the sediments, impurities and water out of the tank. Make sure that the transmission fluid doesn't leak pass the seal on the filters.
A To prevent serious damage to the hydraulic system, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter. A Do not operate the tractor immediately after changing (1) Drain plug the transmission fluid. PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 400 HOURS BChanging Engine Oil BReplacing Fuel Filter 1. Remove the fuel filter. Put a film of clean fuel on rubber seal of new filter. To avoid personal injury: 3. Tighten the filter quickly until it contacts the mounting A Be sure to stop the engine before changing the surface.
PERIODIC SERVICE BCleaning Water Separator BLubricating Grease Fitting 2WD Model This job should not be done in the field, but in a clean Detach the cover, and apply bearing grease. Close the fuel cock. Unscrew the retainer ring and remove the cup, and rinse the inside with kerosene. (1) Engine oil filter A To prevent serious damage to the engine, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter.
(1) Hydraulic oil filter (2) Magnetic filter (wipe metal filings) 5. Put a film of clean transmission oil on rubber seal of new filters. PERIODIC SERVICE 7. Fill with the new KUBOTA SUPER UDT fluid up to the upper notch on the dipstick. BChanging Front Differential Case Oil (See 'LUBRICANTS' in 'MAINTENANCE' section.) 1.
To drain the used oil, remove the drain and filling plug 8. BAdjusting Engine Valve Clearance 1. To drain the used oil, remove the right and left drain Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service.
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Plugs and filling plugs at the front axle gear case and drain the oil completely into the oil pan. PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 2 YEARS BFlushing Cooling System and Changing Coolant To avoid personal injury: A Do not remove radiator cap while coolant is hot. When cool, slowly rotate cap to the first stop and allow sufficient time for excess pressure to escape before removing the cap completely. Call your adversely affecting the engine parts. Local Poison Control Center or your local 7. Kubota's genuine long-life coolant has a service life of emergency number for further assistance.
Be sure to change the coolant every 2 years. After the tractor has not been used for a long period of BCleaning Master Cylinder Filter time. Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service.
C Bleeding procedure is as follows: 1. Fill the fuel tank with fuel, and open the fuel cock. A Before replacing a blown fuse, determine why the fuse BBleeding Brake System blew and make any necessary repairs. Failure to Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. Follow this procedure may result in serious damage to tractor electrical system. PERIODIC SERVICE BReplacing Head Lamp To avoid personal injury: A Be careful not to drop the bulb, hit anything against the lamp, apply excess force, and get the lamp scratched.
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If broken, glass may cause injury. Pay more attention to halogen lamps in particular, which have high pressure inside. STORAGE STORAGE REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE To avoid personal injury: 1. Check the tire air pressure and inflate the tires if they A Do not clean the machine while the engine is are low.
Jack the tractor up and remove the support blocks A To avoid danger. A Loose or defective fan belt A Adjust or replace fan belt. A Dirty radiator core or grille screens A Remove all trash. A Coolant flow route corroded A Flush cooling system. If you have any questions, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. OPTIONS OPTIONS Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details.
A Rear Work Light. High visibility for night work. A Front Work Light High visibility for night work A Engine Block Heater For extremely cold weather starting A Double Acting Remote Hydraulic Control Valve with.