Tips On Dpf Regeneration; Starting The Engine - Kubota M100GX Operator's Manual

BTips on DPF Regeneration
A Operation
The higher in speed or load the engine operates, the
higher the exhaust temperature rises. As a result,
particulate matter (PM) inside the DPF is consumed,
therefore the regeneration process occurs less
frequently over time.
The lower in speed or load the engine operates, the
lower the exhaust temperature. Accordingly, less
particulate matter (PM) inside the DPF is consumed,
therefore more accumulation of PM will occur, which
requires frequent regeneration, therefore avoid
prolonged idling if possible.
A Auto Regeneration Mode specified conditions
In order for the Auto Regeneration to begin, all of the
listed conditions must be satisfied. If any one of the
listed conditions are not satisfied, the process can not
begin.
(1) The engine coolant temperature.
(2) The DPF temperature.
(3) The engine speed is around 1200 rpm or higher.
A Usually it takes 15-20 minutes to complete the
regeneration cycle.
It may depend on ambient temperature, exhaust
temperature and engine speed.
A It is recommended to do the regenerating while the
engine is warm.
A Do not unnecessarily start and interrupt the
regeneration process. Otherwise, a small amount of
fuel becomes mixed with the engine oil, which
degrades the oil quality.
A While the DPF is being regenerated, the engine air
flow rate is automatically limited to keep up the
exhaust temperature. Because of this the engine may
sound differently, this is normal for this engine.
A Just after the regeneration has ended, the DPF muffler
remains hot. It is advisable to keep the engine running
for about 5 minutes to allow cooling of the exhaust
components.
OPERATING THE ENGINE

STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Make sure the parking brake is set.
Pull the parking brake lever up to park.
The parking brake indicator
Checker(TM) will come on while the parking brake is set.
(1) Parking brake lever
(2) Release button
(1) Parking brake warning indicator
A If the tractor is operated with the parking brake set, the
parking brake will be damaged.
light on the Easy
(A) "PULL"
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