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Code No. K3414-7126-1
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KUBOTA Corporation 2019
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL ZD1011-AU English (Australia) 1BDABENAP1160 1BDABENAP1160.eps AX . I . 1 - 1 . - . AK Code No. K3414-7126-1 READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL © KUBOTA Corporation 2019 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
  • Page 2 American Society for Testing and Materials, USA KUBOTA Corporation is ··· Feet Per Minute Hydrostatic Transmission Since its inception in 1890, KUBOTA Corporation has grown to Meters Per Second rank as one of the major firms in Japan. Power Take Off...
  • Page 3 FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA ZERO TURN MOWER. This machine is a product of KUBOTA's quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of excellent materials and under a rigid quality control system. It will give you long, satisfactory service.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION .................... SERVICING OF MACHINE ..................1 SPECIFICATIONS....................... 3 IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS ..................6 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS..............7 MOWER MOUNTING ....................9 MOUNTING THE MOWER DECK ................9 ADJUSTING THE MOWER ................... 10 DISMOUNTING THE MOWER DECK ..............10 OPERATING THE ENGINE..................
  • Page 5 CONTENTS FIXING FRONT AXLE.................... 26 OSCILLATING FRONT AXLE................27 PARKING ....................... 27 TRANSPORTING....................27 OPTION ......................... 28 OPERATING THE MOWER ..................29 MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MOWER............. 29 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT ................29 OPERATING MOWER................... 31 PTO Lever ........................31 Starting ...........................
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element ................55 Checking Fuel Filter......................55 Adjusting Fan Drive Belt Tension ................... 56 Adjusting Parking Brake ....................57 Greasing ......................... 58 Checking Battery Condition .................... 58 EVERY 150 HOURS ....................60 Changing Gear Box Oil....................60 EVERY 200 HOURS ....................
  • Page 7 CONTENTS MOTION CONTROL LEVER OPERATING FORCE ............72 MOTION CONTROL LEVER ALIGNMENT ..............72 MOWER DECK LEVEL..................73 ANTI-SCALP ROLLERS....................73 LEVEL MOWER DECK (Side-to-Side) ................74 LEVEL MOWER DECK (Front-to-Rear) ................. 75 GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION ..............76 TIGHTENING TORQUE CHART ................77 STORAGE .........................
  • Page 8 Careful operation is your best insurance against an 4. The ROPS is an integral and effective safety device. KUBOTA recommends the use of a Roll Over accident. The owner/user can prevent and is responsible Protective Structures (ROPS) and seat belt in almost for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other all applications.
  • Page 9 SAFE OPERATION 5. Always use the seat belt when the ROPS is upright. Do 19. Use only implements approved by KUBOTA. Use not use the seat belt if the ROPS is down or if there is proper ballast to front or rear of machine to reduce the no ROPS.
  • Page 10 SAFE OPERATION 6. Know what is behind you before backing up. Look to 5. Never allow children to operate the machine, even the rear before and when backing. Do not mow while under adult supervision. Local regulation can restrict in reverse unless absolutely necessary and make sure the age of the operator.
  • Page 11 2. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. The speed of PTO: 3. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden ZD1011-AU Without mower: 2450 to 2550 rpm at 3200 hazards. Keep away from drop-offs. Uneven terrain engine rpm could overturn the machine.
  • Page 12 SAFE OPERATION 6. SERVICING AND STORAGE C Servicing 1. Before servicing, park the machine on a firm, level surface and apply the parking brake. Remove the key to prevent accidental start-up. 2. Allow the machine time to cool before touching the engine, muffler, radiator, etc.
  • Page 13 SAFE OPERATION 10. Do not remove the 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. If the machine has a coolant recovery tank, add coolant there instead of the radiator.
  • Page 14 For your safety do not rely on hydraulically supported devices, they may leak down, suddenly drop or be accidently lowered. 27. See your local Recycling Center or KUBOTA Dealer to learn how to recycle or get rid of waste products.
  • Page 15 SAFE OPERATION 7. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...
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  • Page 19 2. Clean danger, warning and caution labels with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth. 3. Replace damaged or missing danger, warning and caution labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA Dealer. 4. 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.

  • Page 20: Safe Operation

    However, when in need of parts or major service, be sure to consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. When in need of parts, be prepared to give your dealer the product identification number (PIN)/serial number, and the ROPS, engine and mower serial numbers.
  • Page 21 SERVICING OF MACHINE (1) ROPS serial number...

  • Page 22: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Model ZD1011-AU Model D782-E4 Max. engine power (Gross) kW (HP) 14.4 (19.3) (*1)(*2) Type Indirect injection, Liquid-cooled Number of cylinders 67 x 73.6 Bore and stroke mm (in.) (2.64 x 2.90) Total displacement cm (cu. in.) 778 (47.5)
  • Page 23 (in.) 0 (0) 1 speed Revolution (2530 rpm at 3200 engine rpm) Drive system Shaft drive, KUBOTA 10 tooth involute spline Clutch type Wet multi disks PTO brake Wet single disk (Specifications and design subject to change without notice)
  • Page 24 SPECIFICATIONS Model RCK54P-1000Z Suitable machine ZD1011-AU Mounting method Quick joint, Parallel linkage Adjustment of cutting height Dial gauge Cutting width mm (in.) 1372 (54) Cutting height mm (in.) 25 to 127 (1.0 to 5.0) Weight (Approx.) kg (lbs.) 119 (262)

  • Page 25: Implement Limitations

    IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS The KUBOTA Machine has been thoroughly tested for proper performance with implements sold or approved by KUBOTA. Use with implements below may result in malfunctions or failures of the machine, damage to other property and injury to the operator or others.

  • Page 26: Instrument Panel And Controls

    INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS Parking brake pedal......11, 22 (10) Cutting height control dial..... Parking brake lock pedal...... 11, 22 (11) Key switch..........Lift lock lever........(12) Easy Checker (TM)......Motion control lever......11, 23 (13) Hour meter...........

  • Page 27: Illustrated Contents

    INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Anti-scalp roller (Front)......29 (2) Anti-scalp roller (Rear)......29 (3) Discharge deflector........18, 31 (4) Gear box...

  • Page 28: Mower Mounting

    MOWER MOUNTING MOWER MOUNTING MOUNTING THE MOWER DECK To avoid serious injury or death: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. A Apply the parking brake. A Stop the engine and remove the key. 1. Before mounting the mower deck, raise the lift links to full position.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Mower

    MOWER MOUNTING 9. After mounting the mower, check the mower level. If necessary, adjust the mower level and anti-scalp rollers. ADJUSTING THE MOWER See "OPERATING THE MOWER" and "ADJUSTMENT" section. DISMOUNTING THE MOWER DECK For dismounting the mower deck, reverse the above procedures.

  • Page 30: Operating The Engine

    OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE To avoid serious injury or death: 1. Sit on the operator's seat. A Read and understand "SAFE OPERATION" in Put on the seat belt. the front of this manual. A Read and understand the danger and warning 2.

  • Page 31: Motion Control Lever

    OPERATING THE ENGINE 3. Make sure that the PTO lever is in the 5. Release the hydraulic lift control pedal "DISENGAGED" (OFF) position. to the "DOWN" position. (1) PTO lever "ENGAGED" (ON) (1) Hydraulic lift control pedal "DOWN": Release the pedal "DISENGAGED"...

  • Page 32: Key Switch

    OPERATING THE ENGINE BKey Switch A Because of the engine start system, the engine may not be started except when the PTO clutch is "DISENGAGED" (OFF), the parking brake lock pedal is applied, motion control levers are in "NEUTRAL LOCK" position and the operator is sitting in the seat. (1) Glow plug indicator A Glow plug indicator (1) comes on while the engine is being preheated.

  • Page 33: Stopping The Engine

    Then open the hood and pull engine stop lever (Red mark) and hold it until the engine stops. Then contact your local KUBOTA Dealer immediately. To avoid serious injury or death: A Do not operate the machine until the engine stop system is repaired.

  • Page 34: Fuel Gauge

    OPERATING THE ENGINE BFuel Gauge Be careful not to empty the fuel tank. Otherwise air may enter the fuel system. If this should happen, the fuel system must be bled. (See "SERVICE REQUIRED" "MAINTENANCE" section.) (1) Coolant temperature gauge BHour Meter This meter gives readings for the hours the machine has been operated for.

  • Page 35: Warming Up

    A If noises are heard after the hydraulic control lever has been activated and the implement is lifting, the hydraulic mechanism is not adjusted properly. Unless corrected, the unit will be damaged. Contact your local KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment. (1) Dead battery Connect cables in numerical order. (2) Jumper cables...
  • Page 36 OPERATING THE ENGINE A Use of a higher voltage source on a machine could result in severe damage to the machine electrical system. Use only matching voltage source when "jump- starting" a low or dead battery condition.

  • Page 37: Operating The Machine

    OPERATING THE MACHINE OPERATING THE MACHINE OPERATING NEW MACHINE How a new machine is operated and maintained To avoid serious injury or death: determines the life of the machine. A The machine relies upon the engine driven A new machine just off the factory production line has transmission for speed, direction and steering been, of course, tested, but the various parts are not control.

  • Page 38: Operating Foldable Rops

    OPERATING THE MACHINE OPERATING FOLDABLE ROPS 3. Fold the ROPS. To avoid personal injury: To avoid serious injury or death: A Hold the ROPS tightly with both hands and fold A Always use the seat belt when the ROPS is the ROPS slowly and carefully.

  • Page 39: To Raise The Rops To Upright Position

    OPERATING THE MACHINE BTo Raise the ROPS to Upright Position BAdjustment of Foldable ROPS 1. Remove both snap pins and lock pins. A Adjust free fall of the ROPS upper frame regularly. A If you feel less friction when folding the ROPS, tighten the nut (1) until you feel the right friction in the movement and then replace the cotter pin.

  • Page 40: Starting

    OPERATING THE MACHINE STARTING To avoid serious injury or death: 1. Adjust the operator's position and A Use extra caution when unlocking the travel apply the seat belt. adjust lever because the seat might slide forward by itself. BOperator's Seat C Travel adjustment Unlock the travel adjust lever and slide the seat backward or forward, as required.

  • Page 41: Hydraulic Lift Control Pedal

    Contact pedal. your local KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment. A Do not depress the hydraulic lift control pedal continuously while operating the machine.

  • Page 42: Motion Control Lever

    OPERATING THE MACHINE 6. Operate the machine. BMotion Control Lever To avoid serious injury or death: A Understand how to use the motion control levers and practice in an unrestricted area at a little more than an idle speed without the mower engaged until becoming proficient in the operation of the machine.
  • Page 43 Machine speed and steering is controlled by the motion section. We recommend you to contact your local control levers, when the engine is running and the parking KUBOTA Dealer. brake is released. C Re-start on the slopes To avoid serious injury or death:...
  • Page 44 OPERATING THE MACHINE FORWARD: GENERAL RIGHT TURN: A Push both motion control levers forward equally at the A Push left motion control lever further forward than the same time. For travel forward in a straight line. right motion control lever. For forward travel to the right.

  • Page 45: Stopping

    OPERATING THE MACHINE STOPPING FIXING FRONT AXLE To avoid serious injury or death: To avoid serious injury or death: A Park the machine on level ground. A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. If necessary to park on an incline, A Stop the engine, remove the key and engage (1) Stop the machine, the parking brake.

  • Page 46: Oscillating Front Axle

    OPERATING THE MACHINE OSCILLATING FRONT AXLE TRANSPORTING For oscillating the front axle, reverse the above 1. Transport the machine on a suitable trailer. procedures. A To prevent the hood from opening by wind while in The oscillating front axle provides a smoother ride than transit, it is necessary to either load the machine the rigid front axle and oscillates with the terrain.
  • Page 47 OPERATING THE MACHINE 2. Do not attempt to tow this machine, or damage to the transmission may result. 3. When you drive the machine, for a long distance transit, make sure to lift the mower by the hydraulic lift control pedal and move the lift lock lever in the "TRANSPORT LOCK"...

  • Page 48: Operating The Mower

    OPERATING THE MOWER OPERATING THE MOWER MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MOWER 5. Clippings may be left on the lawn unless they from clumps or rows. To avoid serious injury or death: A Clear the work area of objects which might be picked up and thrown by blades.

  • Page 49: Hydraulic Lift Control Pedal

    OPERATING THE MOWER A Never allow roller to contact the ground continuously as premature roller wear may develop if set incorrectly. A Anti-scalp rollers must maintain a minimum clearance of 6 mm (0.24 in.) to the ground. (1) Lift lock lever : "LOCK"...

  • Page 50: Operating Mower

    OPERATING THE MOWER OPERATING MOWER Reference A Set the position for a recommended ground clearance of 19 mm (0.75 in.). (Figure shows a setting position of cutting height 2.0" To avoid serious injury or death: or 2.25") A Do not operate the mower without the discharge deflector being in place properly.

  • Page 51: Starting

    OPERATING THE MOWER BStarting To avoid serious injury or death: A Engine components can get extremely hot from operation. To prevent severe burns, do not touch these areas while the engine is running, or immediately after it is turned off. Never operate the engine without heat shields or guards.

  • Page 52: Tires And Wheels

    Pressure 13 x 5.0 - 6 172 kPa Front Smooth (1.75 kgf/cm , pneumatic 24.9 psi) ZD1011-AU 83 kPa 24 x 9.5 - 14 Rear (0.84 kgf/cm , Low profile type 12.0 psi) (1) Stud bolt, taper nut (A) Rib...

  • Page 53: Remove And Install Front Caster Wheels

    TIRES AND WHEELS BRemove and Install Front Caster Wheels C Removing 1. Park the machine on a firm and level surface. 2. Stop the engine and apply parking brake. 3. Lift the front of machine with a safe lifting device. 4.

  • Page 54: Periodic Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD, FRONT BFront Cover COVER & STEP To open the front cover, pull the bottom edge of the front cover. To avoid serious injury or death from contact with moving parts: A Never open the hood while the engine is running.

  • Page 55: How To Raise The Operator's Seat

    PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO RAISE THE OPERATOR'S SEAT C Lower C Raise To avoid serious injury or death: A Do not drop the seat to close it. A Watch your hands. Do not place your hands To avoid serious injury or death: under the seat, when closing.

  • Page 56: How To Tilt Up The Machine

    PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO TILT UP THE MACHINE 5. Remove the L-pin of the raised wheel and insert it to the outside hole of the frame with the snap pin. To avoid serious injury or death: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. A Stop the engine, remove the key and engage the parking brake.

  • Page 57: How To Open The Lever Guide

    PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO OPEN THE LEVER GUIDE LIFT-UP POINT To avoid serious injury or death: To avoid serious injury, death or machine damage: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. A Do not work under the machine unless it is A Stop the engine, remove the key and apply the secured by safe stands or suitable blocking.

  • Page 58: Rear Side

    PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK BRear side: To prevent trouble from occurring, it is important to know Lift the rear frame with nylon slings. Or jack up the bottom the condition of the machine. Check it before starting. plate. (See the following figure.) To avoid serious injury or death: A When you use nylon slings or a jack, make sure to A Be sure to check and service the machine on a...
  • Page 59 Color of the exhaust fumes Engine start system/OPC system. If either of these do not Starting the operate properly, contact engine your local KUBOTA Dealer immediately. Check for abnormal noise and vibration. Check the areas where Others previous trouble was...

  • Page 60: Lubricants, Fuel And Coolant

    Note *1 Oil amount when the oil level is at the upper level of the oil level gauge. *2 The product name of KUBOTA genuine UDT fluid may be different from that in the Operator's Manual depending on countries or territories. Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further detail.
  • Page 61 ZD1011-AU C Transmission Oil: KUBOTA Super UDT-2: For an enhanced ownership experience, we highly recommend Super UDT-2 to be used instead of standard hydraulic/transmission fluid. Super UDT-2 is a proprietary KUBOTA formulation that deliveries superior performance and protection in all operating conditions.

  • Page 62: Checking Engine Oil Level

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Engine Oil Level BChecking Amount of Fuel and Refueling To avoid serious injury or death: A Always stop the engine and remove the key To avoid serious injury or death: before checking oil. A Handle fuel carefully. If the engine is running, do not fill the fuel tank.

  • Page 63: Checking Transmission Fluid Level

    A If the radiator cap has to be removed, follow the caution above and securely retighten the cap. A Use clean, distilled water and anti-freeze to fill the radiator and the recovery tank. A If water should leak, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 64: Checking And Cleaning Radiator Screen And Hood Screen

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking and Cleaning Radiator Screen and Hood Screen To avoid serious injury or death: A Engine components can get extremely hot from operation. To prevent severe burns, do not touch these areas while the engine is running, or immediately after it is turned off. Never operate the engine without heat shields or guards.

  • Page 65: Checking Tire Pressure

    Pressure 13 x 5.0 - 6 172 kPa Front Smooth (1.75 kgf/cm , pneumatic 24.9 psi) ZD1011-AU 83 kPa 24 x 9.5 - 14 Rear (0.84 kgf/cm , Low profile type 12.0 psi) (1) Spindle shaft (2) Belt tension pulley...

  • Page 66: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS You must do the following servicing jobs on the machine at the stated running-time intervals. Indication hour meter (Hr) Ref. No. Items After Page since Engine start every Check system 50Hr every OPC system Check 50Hr every Check Mower gear...
  • Page 67 MAINTENANCE Indication hour meter (Hr) Ref. No. Items After Page since Transmission fluid and every Rear axle Change 400Hr gear case (RH & LH) fluid Transmission every Clean strainer 400Hr Engine valve every Adjust clearance 800Hr Fuel injection nozzle every Check injection 1500Hr...
  • Page 68 *8 The initial 100 hours should not be an adjustment cycle. *9 If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. A The items listed above (@ marked) are registered as emission related critical parts by KUBOTA in the U.S.EPA non-road emission regulation.

  • Page 69: Periodic Service Chart Label

    MAINTENANCE PERIODIC SERVICE CHART LABEL (1) Part No. K3411-6552-5...

  • Page 70: Every 50 Hours

    A Sit on operator's seat for all tests except for A If the engine cranks Test 1 through 4, consult your Test 1. local KUBOTA Dealer to have the unit checked before operation. A Check the following tests before operating the Test 5 (OPERATOR ON THE SEAT) machine.

  • Page 71: Checking Opc System

    (4) Gear case 4. Stand up. (Do not get off the machine.) 5. The engine must shut off. A If the engine remains running in Test 1 or 2, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer to have the unit checked before operation.

  • Page 72: Greasing

    MAINTENANCE BGreasing To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before greasing. Grease the following locations. (1) Parking brake lock pedal (1) King pin (LH, RH) (3) Front wheel (LH, RH) (2) Center pin (1) Handle joint (1) Front lift arm (LH, RH)

  • Page 73: Oiling

    MAINTENANCE BOiling (1) Lift control cable (oil) (1) Machine universal joint (1) Throttle cable (oil) (1) Seat adjuster (1) Throttle cable (oil)

  • Page 74: Every 100 Hours

    MAINTENANCE EVERY 100 HOURS C Evacuator Valve Open the evacuator valve once a week under ordinary BCleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element conditions - or daily when used in a dusty place - to get rid of large particles of dust and dirt. BChecking Fuel Filter To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to stop engine and remove the key...

  • Page 75: Adjusting Fan Drive Belt Tension

    MAINTENANCE BAdjusting Fan Drive Belt Tension To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before checking belt tension. If the fan drive belt becomes loose, the engine may overheat. To adjust, loosen bolts and move the alternator outward to tighten the belt.

  • Page 76: Adjusting Parking Brake

    7. Hold the brake rod lightly. BAdjusting Parking Brake 8. Check the brake spring play. If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. (B): Proper brake Reference: 0.5 to 1.0 mm spring play (0.02 to 0.04 in.)

  • Page 77: Greasing

    MAINTENANCE 4. Check that the machine does not move. BChecking Battery Condition To avoid the possibility of battery explosion: refillable type battery, follow instructions below. A Do not use or charge the refillable type battery if the fluid level is below the LOWER (lower limit level) mark.
  • Page 78 MAINTENANCE A Mishandling the battery shortens the service life and adds to maintenance costs. To avoid serious injury or death: The original battery is maintenance free, but needs A When disconnecting the cable from the battery, some servicing. start with the negative terminal first. When If the battery is weak, the engine will be difficult to start connecting the cable to the battery, start with and the lights will be dim.

  • Page 79: Every 150 Hours

    MAINTENANCE EVERY 150 HOURS C Battery for storage 1. When storing the machine for a long period, remove the battery from machine, adjust the electrolyte to the BChanging Gear Box Oil proper level and store in a dry place out of direct sunlight.

  • Page 80: Every 200 Hours

    Use only a genuine KUBOTA filter or its equivalent. (1) Drain plug 3. To check the oil level. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it and draw it out again. Check to see that the oil level is between the two marks.

  • Page 81: Replacing Transmission Oil Filter [Hst]

    (0 to 0.008 in.) Front axle end play fluid to proper level. Check for oil leaks around filter Allowable 0.5 mm gasket. limit (0.02 in.) A To prevent serious damage or premature failure to the hydraulic system, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter.

  • Page 82: Every 400 Hours

    MAINTENANCE EVERY 400 HOURS BChanging Transmission Fluid and Rear Axle Gear Case Oil (RH and LH) To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before changing or checking the oil. A Allow transmission case cool...

  • Page 83: Cleaning Transmission Strainer

    BCleaning Transmission Strainer BAdjusting Engine Valve Clearance When changing the transmission fluid, disassemble and Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. rinse the strainer with nonflammable solvent to completely clean off filings. EVERY 1000 HOURS or EVERY 1 YEAR Check O-rings, replace if damaged, cracked or hardened.

  • Page 84: Every 2000 Hours Or Every 2 Years

    MAINTENANCE EVERY 2000 HOURS or EVERY 2 YEARS Be sure to do the following service once every 2000 hours or every 2 years whichever comes faster. BFlushing Cooling System and Changing Coolant To avoid serious injury or death: A Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.

  • Page 85: Anti-Freeze

    If mixed with the cleaning agent, sludge may build up, adversely affecting the engine parts. 7. Kubota's genuine long-life coolant has a service life of 2 years. Be sure to change the coolant every 2000 hours or every 2 years whichever comes faster.

  • Page 86: Every 3000 Hours

    EVERY 3000 HOURS BChecking Hydraulic Hose BChecking Injection Pump If you feel you are unable to make the following service Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. EVERY 1 YEAR BChecking Fuel Lines...

  • Page 87: Checking Intake Air Line

    BReplacing Hydraulic Hose If you feel you are unable to make the following service Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. 1. Check to see that hoses and hose clamps are tight and BReplacing Fuel Lines not damaged.

  • Page 88: Bleeding Fuel System

    MAINTENANCE BChecking and Replacing Blade To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key. A Blades may be sharp. When you handle blades, wear heavy gloves or wrap end of blade with a rag.

  • Page 89: Replacing Mower Belt

    MAINTENANCE A The blade bolts have Right hand threads. Turn them counterclockwise to loosen. A To prolong the service life of the blades, reposition them as shown in the figure below periodically. (1) Block (A) "LOOSEN" 3. To sharpen the blades yourself, clamp the blade securely in a vise.

  • Page 90: Adjustment

    5. After forward and backward operation, tighten the guide control at the position when wheel axis stops. BMAXIMUM SPEED (FORWARD) 6. Adjust the rod length L of the damper 28 to 30 mm (1.1 to 1.2 in.) and tighten. Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service.

  • Page 91: Motion Control Lever Operating Force

    ADJUSTMENT BMOTION CONTROL LEVER OPERATING BMOTION CONTROL LEVER ALIGNMENT FORCE C Check the alignment Check the gap and space between the levers, at the The operating force of the motion control levers can be maximum forward position. adjusted to one of 3 levels depending on operator preference.

  • Page 92: Mower Deck Level

    ADJUSTMENT Front side anti-scalp roller 6. Adjust the height of the front side anti-scalp roller to one of three positions to approximately 19 mm (0.75 in.) between rollers and the ground. Adjust both side rollers to the same height. (1) Motion control lever (2) Nut, washer (3) Bolt Lever alignment (Right and Left)

  • Page 93: Level Mower Deck (Side-To-Side)

    ADJUSTMENT BLEVEL MOWER DECK (Side-to-Side) To avoid serious injury or death: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. A Apply the parking brake. A Disengage PTO (OFF). A Stop the engine, remove the key and remove the mower u-joint while checking or adjusting the level of the mower deck.

  • Page 94: Level Mower Deck (Front-To-Rear)

    ADJUSTMENT Less than 6 mm (0.24 in.) BLEVEL MOWER DECK (Front-to-Rear) Front-to-Rear Front side must be lower adjustment than Rear side. To avoid serious injury or death: C Adjusting level (Front-to-Rear) A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. 1.

  • Page 95: General Torque Specification

    ADJUSTMENT GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION American standard cap screws Metric cap screws with UNC or UNF threads GR.5 GR.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 SAE grade No. Property class (lbf-ft) 17 - 20.5 24 - 29 (lbf-ft) 7.2 - 8.3 5/16 (N-m) 23.1 - 27.8 32.5 - 39.3 (N-m)

  • Page 96: Tightening Torque Chart

    ADJUSTMENT TIGHTENING TORQUE CHART Thread Hexa-Bolt size Head size lbf-ft kgf-m d (mm) B (mm) 17.5 - 20.3 23.5 - 27.5 2.4 - 2.8 12 or 13 (18.9 1.4) (25.5 2.0) (2.6 0.2) 35.4 - 41.2 48.1 - 55.9 4.9 - 5.7 14 or 17 (38.3 2.9)

  • Page 97: Storage

    STORAGE STORAGE 8. Store the machine indoors in a dry area that is protected from sunlight and excessive heat. If the machine must be stored outdoors, cover it with a To avoid serious injury or death: waterproof tarpaulin. A Do not clean the machine with engine running. 9.

  • Page 98: Troubleshooting

    A Loose or damaged fan belt. A Adjust or replace fan belt. A Dirty radiator core grille A Remove all trash. screens. A Coolant flow route corroded. A Flush cooling system. If you have any questions, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 99: Battery Troubleshooting

    A Charging system A Contact your local trouble. KUBOTA Dealer. If you have any questions, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Cause Countermeasure Machine operation is not A Hydrostatic transmission fluid is A Fill oil. smooth.

  • Page 100: Mower Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If you have any questions, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Cause Countermeasure Blade does not rotate. A PTO system is not normal: A Consult your KUBOTA Dealer. PTO system malfunctioning. A PTO system is normal: A Replace mower belt.
  • Page 101 A Ground speed too fast. A Slow down. A Debris wrapped around mower spindles. A Clean mower. A Front of deck too low. A Adjust mower deck. (See "MOWER DECK LEVEL" "ADJUSTMENT" section.) If you have any questions, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 102: Index

    INDEX INDEX Adjustment of Foldable ROPS .......20 Intake Air Line..........68 Air Cleaner Primary Element......55 Key Switch ............. 13 Air Cleaner Primary Element and Secondary LEVEL MOWER DECK (Front-to-Rear) ..75 Element ............64 LEVEL MOWER DECK (Side-to-Side) ..74 Amount of Fuel and Refueling......43 Lubricating All Grease Fittings.......

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