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KUBOTA Corporation 2010
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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL M8540 NARROW English (Australia) Code No. 3C473-9971-2 READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL © KUBOTA Corporation 2010 PRINTED IN JAPAN...
  • Page 2 ABBREVIATION LIST KUBOTA Corporation is ··· Since its inception in 1890, KUBOTA Corporation has grown to Abbreviations Definitions rank as one of the major firms in Japan. Two Wheel Drive To achieve this status, the company has through the years...

  • Page 3: Universal Symbols

    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 3-Point Lowering Speed Control Diesel Fuel Remote Cylinder-Retract Fuel-Level...
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    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 ..................11 DAILY CHECK ....................... 11 OPERATING THE ENGINE..................12 STARTING THE ENGINE ..................12 COLD WEATHER STARTING ................
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Foot Throttle ........................26 Parking Brake Lever ....................... 27 STOPPING......................27 Stopping.......................... 27 CHECK DURING DRIVING ................... 27 Immediately Stop the Engine if: ..................27 Easy Checker(TM)......................27 Fuel Gauge ........................28 Coolant Temperature Gauge ..................28 Tachometer........................28 PTO RPM / TRAVEL SPEED MONITOR...............
  • Page 7 CONTENTS Remote Control Valve..................... 45 Remote Control Valve Lever................... 45 Remote Control Valve Coupler Connecting and Disconnecting ........46 Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference Chart ..............47 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST................48 TIRES........................48 Inflation Pressure......................48 Dual Tires ........................48 Treads..........................
  • Page 8 CONTENTS Changing Engine Oil....................... 66 Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter ..................67 EVERY 400 HOURS ....................68 Replacing Fuel Filter....................... 68 Cleaning Water Separator ....................68 EVERY 600 HOURS ....................69 Replacing Engine Oil Filter ..................... 69 Changing Transmission Fluid ..................69 Changing Front Axle Gear Case Oil &...
  • Page 9 C CAB, ROPS manual before operation. 1. KUBOTA recommends the use of a CAB or Roll Over 5. Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing around Protective Structures (ROPS) and seat belt in almost tractor.
  • Page 10 SAFE OPERATION C Working 1. Pull only from the drawbar. Never hitch to axle housing or any other point except drawbar; such arrangements will increase the risk of serious personal injury or death due to a tractor upset. (1) Mid mount type ROPS (2) Seat belt 2.
  • Page 11 SAFE OPERATION 3. Be alert and shut your machine down if children enter C Driving the tractor on the road the work area. 1. Lock the two brake pedals together to help assure 4. Never carry children on your machine. There is no safe straight-line stops.
  • Page 12 SAFE OPERATION 9. Keep the ROPS in the "UP" position and wear the seat 3. Avoid parking on steep slopes, if at all possible park on belt when driving the tractor on the road. a firm and level surface; if not, park across a slope with Otherwise, you will not be protected in the event of a chock the wheels.
  • Page 13 SAFE OPERATION 3. To avoid injury from separation: 9. To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit, Do not extend lift rod beyond the groove on the always disconnect the battery's ground cable (-) first threaded rod. and reconnect it last. (1) Groove (1) Battery 10.
  • Page 14 SAFE OPERATION 16. 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.
  • Page 15 SAFE OPERATION 7. PICTORIAL SAFETY LABELS The pictorial safety labels affixed are intended to alert persons to potential hazards. The hazard is identified by a pictorial in the safety alert triangle or by the safety alert symbol alone. An adjacent pictorial provides instructions and information on how to avoid the hazard.
  • Page 16 SAFE OPERATION...
  • Page 17 2. Clean pictorial safety labels with soap and water, dry with a soft cloth. 3. Replace damaged or missing pictorial safety labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA Dealer. 4. If a component with pictorial safety 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 19: Safe Operation

    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 the tractor, CAB/ROPS and engine serial numbers.

  • Page 20: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE M8540N Model Model V3800-DI-TE3 Type Direct Injection, liquid cooled 4 cylinder diesel Number of cylinders Total displacement 3769 Bore and stroke 100 x 120 Rated speed 2600 Net power *1 kW (PS) 63.7 (86.7) Engine Gross power *1 kW (PS) 66.7 (90.7) 286 /...
  • Page 21 SPECIFICATIONS M8540N Model Hydraulic control system Position, draft (top link sensing) & mix control Pump capacity L / min Three point hitch Category 1 (Category 2 Link end) At lifting 2300 points At lower link end with links horizontal Max. lifting 24 in.

  • Page 22: Traveling Speeds

    SPECIFICATIONS TRAVELING SPEEDS (At rated engine rpm) Model M8540N Tire size (Rear) 420 / 70R24 Shuttle Range gear Main gear km/h shift lever shift lever shift lever 0.38 0.55 CREEP 0.71 0.90 1.19 10.9 15.4 19.8 25.3 33.4 0.36 0.52 CREEP 0.67 0.86...

  • Page 23: Implement Limitations

    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.]...
  • Page 24 IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS M8540N Implement Remarks Max. Load Capacity 5000 Trailer Max. Drawbar Load 1000 Rotary- Max. Cutting Width 2130 Cutter Max. Weight Mower Flail Mower Max. Cutting Width 3050 (Heavy) Max. Weight Sickle Bar Max. Cutting Width 2130 Max.Tank- Sprayer Rear 3P Capacity Drawbar...

  • Page 25: Instrument Panel And Controls

    INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS B Instrument Panel, Switches and Hand Controls ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Hydraulic-shuttle shift lever....... 24 (2) Turn signal light switch........20 (3) Horn button............21 (4) Head light switch..........20 (5) Clutch pedal............23 (6) Easy Checker(TM)..........
  • Page 26 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Hazard / Turn signal indicator ......20 (11) Bi-Speed Turn indicator........25 (2) High beam indicator ........... 20 (12) Air cleaner indicator........27 (3) Trailer indicator........... 21 (13) Parking brake indicator ........27 (4) PTO clutch indicator...........
  • Page 27 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS B Foot and Hand Controls ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Main gear shift lever........24 (2) Parking brake lever........27, 33 (3) Range gear shift lever........ 24 (4) Operator's seat.......... 19 (5) Seat belt............. 19 (6) Tool box............. - (7) 3-Point hitch lowering speed lever.....
  • Page 28 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Electrical outlet..........35 (2) Trailer electrical outlet........34 (3) PTO gear shift lever........37 (4) Remote control valve coupler......46...

  • Page 29: Pre-Operation Check

    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"...

  • Page 30: Operating The Engine

    OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE To avoid personal injury: A Read "Safe Operation" in the front of this manual. A Understand the pictorial safety labels located on the tractor. A To avoid danger exhaust fume poisoning, do not operate the engine in a closed building without proper ventilation.
  • Page 31 OPERATING THE ENGINE 3. Place the shift levers in "NEUTRAL" 5. Set the throttle lever to about 1/2 way. position. (1) Hand throttle lever "INCREASE" (1) Hydraulic-shuttle shift lever (N) "NEUTRAL POSITION" (2) Foot throttle "DECREASE" (2) Main gear shift lever 6.

  • Page 32: Cold Weather Starting

    OPERATING THE ENGINE COLD WEATHER STARTING If the ambient temperature is below 0 and the engine is very cold, follow the procedure below after taking the step 1 through 5 in the previous pages. 6. Turn the key to "ON" position and hold it until the indicator turns off.

  • Page 33: Stopping The Engine

    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.
  • Page 34 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.

  • Page 35: Operating The Tractor

    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.

  • Page 36: To Raise The Rops To Upright Position

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 2. Fold the ROPS. BTo Raise the ROPS to Upright Position 1. Remove both lynch pins and lock pins. To avoid personal injury: A Hold the ROPS tightly with both hands and fold the ROPS slowly and carefully. (1) ROPS (2) Lynch pin (3) Lock pin...

  • Page 37: Starting

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR STARTING A After adjusting the operator's seat, be sure to check to see that the seat is properly locked, 1. Adjusting the Operator's Position. BSeat Belt BOperator's Seat To avoid personal injury: A Always use the seat belt when any ROPS or To avoid personal injury: CAB are installed.

  • Page 38: Tilt Steering Adjustment

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 2. Selecting Light Switch Positions. BLight Switch Turn the light switch clockwise, and the following lights are activated on the switch position..Head lights OFF..Head lights dimmed, low beam..Head lights ON, high beam. (1) Muffler pipe (2) Nut (M10): 48.1 to 55.8 N-m (4.9 to 5.7 kgf-m) BTilt Steering Adjustment...

  • Page 39: Front Turn Signal / Hazard Light

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BFront Turn Signal / Hazard Light If necessary, raise and turn the light stay to the rearward for the work. Return the light stay to the original position when traveling on a road. (1)Hazard light switch (A) "RIGHT TURN" (2)Turn signal light switch (B) "LEFT TURN"...

  • Page 40: Front Work Light Switch

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR A Do not make sudden braking. An accident may occur such as by heavy towed BFront Work Light Switch load shifting forward or loss of control. A To avoid skidding and less of steering control when driving on icy, wet, or loose surfaces, To avoid personal injury: make sure the tractor is correctly ballasted, A Do not operate on roads with work lights on.

  • Page 41: Clutch Pedal

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 5. Depress the Clutch Pedal. 4. Raise the Implement. (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.

  • Page 42: Main Gear Shift Lever

    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" 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...

  • Page 43: Creep Speed

    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...

  • Page 44: Hand Throttle Lever

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 7. Accelerate the Engine. BHand Throttle Lever Pushing the throttle lever down decreases engine speed, and pulling it upper increases engine speed. BFoot Throttle Use the foot throttle when traveling on the road. Press down on it for higher speed. The foot throttle is interlocked with the hand throttle lever;...

  • Page 45: Parking Brake Lever

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BEasy Checker(TM) If the warning lamps in the Easy Checker(TM) come on 8. Unlock the Parking Brake and Slowly during operation, immediately stop the engine, and find Release the Clutch. the cause as shown below. Never operate the tractor while Easy Checker(TM) lamp is BParking Brake Lever To release the parking brake, depress the brake pedal, push the release button and push the parking brake lever...

  • Page 46: Fuel Gauge

    A For checking and servicing of your tractor, consult Then loosen cap slightly to the stop to relieve your local KUBOTA Dealer for instructions. any pressure before removing cap completely. 1. With the key switch at "ON", this gauge indicates the BFuel Gauge temperature of the coolant.

  • Page 47: Pto Rpm / Travel Speed Monitor

    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. 2.
  • Page 48 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 five digits the speed mode] hours the tractor has been used; the last digit indicates 1/10 of an hour.

  • Page 49: Pto Speed Display Mode Switching

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BPTO Speed Display Mode Switching [with 540/540E rpm model] The PTO speed display mode has been factory-set at Code 1. Do not attempt to change the code. Otherwise the correct PTO speed will not be displayed in the LCD monitor. (NOTE: The current code can be checked in the following procedure.) C Switching procedure...

  • Page 50: Entering The Travel Speed Coefficient

    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.

  • Page 51: Parking

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR PARKING OPERATING TECHNIQUES BParking BDifferential Lock To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury due to loss of steering BEFORE DISMOUNTING TRACTOR control: A ALWAYS SET PARKING BRAKE AND LOWER A Do not operate the tractor at high speed with ALL IMPLEMENTS TO THE GROUND.

  • Page 52: Operating The Tractor On A Road

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 1. Be sure wheel tread is adjusted to provide maximum stability. BOperating the Tractor on a Road (See "WHEEL ADJUSTMENT" in "TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST" section.) 2. Slow down for slopes, rough ground, and sharp turns, To avoid personal injury: especially when transporting heavy, rear mounted A To help assure straight line stops when driving equipment.

  • Page 53: Electrical Outlet

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR C Function of each terminals in trailer electrical outlet (1) Accessory electrical outlet (15A) Terminal Function Turn signal light (LH) Ground Turn signal light (RH) Tail light Sidemarker light Parking light Brake stop light (1) Accessory electrical outlet Registration plate light (A) Terminal: Through the ON position of the key switch (15 A) (B) Terminal: Through the battery direct (25A)

  • Page 54: Pto

    PTO OPERATION To Turn OFF Tap on top of the switch, and the switch will return to the OFF position. To avoid personal injury: A Disengage PTO, stop engine, and allow all rotating components to come to a complete stop before connecting, disconnecting,...

  • Page 55: Pto Gear Shift Lever

    BPTO Gear Shift Lever BLCD Monitor Message 1. The PTO rpm can be checked in the LCD monitor. (See "PTO RPM / TRAVEL SPEED MONITOR" in "OPERATING THE TRACTOR" section.) To avoid personal injury: 2. When the PTO system gets engaged (ON), the A Be sure to observe the PTO shaft speed indicator lights up.

  • Page 56: Pto Shaft Cover And Shaft Cap

    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". (1) PTO shaft cover (2) PTO shaft cap...

  • Page 57: Three-Point Hitch & Drawbar

    THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR (1) Top link (2) Lifting rod (Left) (3) Stabilizer (4) Lower link (5) Lifting rod (Right) (6) Drawbar...

  • Page 58: 3-Point Hitch

    THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR 3-POINT HITCH BSelecting the holes of Lower Links There are two holes in the lower links. For most 1. Make preparations for attaching operations the lifting rods should be attached to the (B) implement. hole. BCategory 1 & 2 The standard tractor has both category 1 &...

  • Page 59: Drawbar

    THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR BDrawbar BLifting Rod (Right) Remove the drawbar if a close mounted implement is attached. To avoid personal injury: 2. Attaching and detaching implements A Do not extend lifting rod beyond the groove on the thread rod. 1.

  • Page 60: Top Link

    THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR BTop Link BStabilizer 1. Adjust the angle of the implement to the desired Adjust the stabilizers to control horizontal sway of the position by shortening or lengthening the top link. implement. 2. The proper length of the top link varies according to Turn the outer tube until one of its holes aligns with the the type of implement being used.

  • Page 61: Drawbar

    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.

  • Page 62: Hydraulic Unit

    Unless corrected, the unit will be damaged. Contact your KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment. 3-POINT HITCH CONTROL SYSTEM BPosition Control This will control the working depth of 3-point hitch (1) Draft control lever (A) "SENSITIVE"...

  • Page 63: Float Control

    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 The standard tractor is equipped with double acting valve. A Double acting valve with detents and self cancelling: This valve may be placed in the detent mode.

  • Page 64: Remote Control Valve Coupler Connecting And Disconnecting

    A Connect the pressure of load side of implement cylinders to ports [B] or [D] which have built in load A Your local KUBOTA Dealer can supply parts to adapt check valve to prevent leak down. couplers to hydraulic hoses.

  • Page 65: Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference Chart

    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.

  • Page 66: Tires, Wheels And Ballast

    (See "MAINTENANCE" section.) A Do not use tires other than those approved by KUBOTA. A 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.

  • Page 67: Ballast

    The rear wheel weights can be attached to the rear wheel. BFront Ballast See your implement operator's manual for required number of weights or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer Add weights if needed for stability and improve traction. to use.

  • Page 68: Maintenance

    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 Alternator belt Adjust 100 Hr every Brake Pedal...
  • Page 69 MAINTENANCE Indication on hour meter Ref. Items Interval page every Water separator Clean 400 Hr every Fuel filter Replace 400 Hr every Engine oil filter Replace 600 Hr every Transmission fluid Change 600 Hr Front differential case every Change 600 Hr Front axle gear case every Change...

  • Page 70: Lubricants, Fuel And Coolant

    Transmission case 52 L KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid* Front differential 5.0 L case oil KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid* or SAE 80 - SAE 90 gear oil Front axle gear 3.0 L case oil Greasing No. of greasing points...
  • Page 71 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.

  • Page 72: Periodic Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE To avoid personal injury: A Do not work under any hydraulically supported devices. They can settle, suddenly leak down, or be accidentally lowered. If necessary to work under tractor or any machine elements for servicing or adjustment, securely support them with stands or suitable blocking beforehand.

  • Page 73: Checking And Refueling

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking and Refueling To avoid personal injury: A Do not smoke while refueling. A Be sure to stop the engine before refueling. 1. Check the amount of fuel by fuel gauge. 2. When the fuel warning indicator lights up, it is time to add fuel.

  • Page 74: 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, fresh soft water and anti-freeze to fill the radiator. A If coolant should leak, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. (1) Dipstick (A) Oil level is acceptable within this range.

  • Page 75: Cleaning Grill, Radiator Screen, Oil Cooler And Battery Mount

    PERIODIC SERVICE BCleaning Grill, Radiator Screen, Oil Cooler A Grill and screen must be clean from debris to prevent and Battery Mount engine from overheating and to allow good air intake for air cleaner. To avoid personal injury: BChecking Brake Pedal A Be sure to stop the engine before removing the screen.

  • Page 76: Checking Head Light, Turn Signal / Hazard Light Etc

    5. Disengage the PTO clutch control switch or lever. is completed. 6. Turn the key to "START" position. 7. The engine must not crank. 8. If it cranks, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. C Test: Switch for the PTO clutch control switch or lever.

  • Page 77: Checking Wheel Bolt Torque

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 100 HOURS BChecking Wheel Bolt Torque BLubricating Grease Fittings Apply a small amount of multipurpose grease to the following points every 100 hours: To avoid personal injury: If you operated the machine in extremely wet and muddy A Never operate tractor with a loose rim, wheel, conditions, lubricate grease fittings more often.

  • Page 78: Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element

    PERIODIC SERVICE BCleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element 1. Remove the air cleaner cover and primary element. 2. Clean the primary element: (1) When dry dust adheres to the element, blow compressed air from the inside, turning the element. Pressure of compressed air must be under 205 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm , 30 psi).

  • Page 79: Adjusting Alternator Belt Tension

    A To prevent uneven braking, the specification 4. Replace alternator belt if it is damaged. must be within the recommended limit. If found out of the specifications, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer for adjusting the brakes. (1) Bolt (A) Check the belt tension (B) To tighten...

  • Page 80: Adjusting Parking Brake Lever

    PERIODIC SERVICE C Checking the brake pedal free travel C Checking the equalizer working level (anti-imbalance device) 1. Gently step on both brake pedals at once. 7 to 14 mm on the pedal 2. Further step on the right-hand pedal (the left-hand Proper brake pedal Keep the free travel in the right pedal slightly raises itself) and measure the level...

  • Page 81: Checking Battery Condition

    PERIODIC SERVICE 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. Otherwise, the battery component parts may prematurely deteriorate, which may shorten the battery's service life or cause an explosion.

  • Page 82: Every 200 Hours

    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 six months, whichever comes first. 1. If hose clamps are loose or water leaks, tighten bands securely.

  • Page 83: Checking Intake Air Line

    PERIODIC SERVICE 4. Check that there are no dangers such as burns. Get rid 1. Park tractor on a flat place. of the causes of overheating according to the manual, 2. Turn steering wheel so front wheels are in the straight see "TROUBLESHOOTING"...

  • Page 84: Draining Fuel Tank Water

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 300 HOURS BDraining Fuel Tank Water Loosen the drain plugs at the bottom of the fuel tanks to BChanging Engine Oil let sediments, impurities and water out of the tanks. Finally tighten up the plugs. To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to stop the engine before changing the oil.

  • Page 85: Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter

    9. 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.

  • Page 86: Every 400 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 400 HOURS BReplacing Fuel Filter 1. Remove the fuel filter. 2. Put a film of clean fuel on rubber seal of new filter. 3. Tighten the filter quickly until it contacts the mounting surface. Tighten filter by hand an additional 1/2 turn only. 4.

  • Page 87: Every 600 Hours

    2. After draining reinstall the drain plug. 3. Fill with the new KUBOTA SUPER UDT fluid up to the upper notch on the dipstick. (See "LUBRICANTS" in "MAINTENANCE" section.)

  • Page 88: Changing Front Axle Gear Case Oil & Front Differential Case Oil

    Re-tighten the lock nut. (1) Adjusting screw (2) Lock nut EVERY 800 HOURS BAdjusting Engine Valve Clearance Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. (1) Drain plug EVERY 1500 HOURS (2) Filling plug BChecking Fuel Injection Nozzle (Injection Pressure)

  • Page 89: Every 3000 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 3000 HOURS BChecking Turbocharger Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. BChecking Injection Pump Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. BChecking Intake Air Heater Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. (1) Drain plug...

  • Page 90: Anti-Freeze

    If mixed with the cleaning agent, sludge may build up, The mixture can produce chemical reaction adversely affecting the engine parts. causing harmful substances. 7. Kubota's genuine long-life coolant has a service life of A Antifreeze extremely flammable 2 years. Be sure to change the coolant every 2 years.

  • Page 91: Replacing Master Cylinder Kit

    2. Pump the fuel pump knob(1) located on the top of the fuel filter. The fuel pump knob will pump easily at first Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. and with added resistance as air is purged from the system.

  • Page 92: Bleeding Brake System

    PERIODIC SERVICE BBleeding Brake System Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. BDraining Clutch Housing Water The tractor is equipped with a drain plug under the clutch housing. After operating in rain, snow or if the tractor has been washed, water may get into the clutch housing.

  • Page 93: Replacing Light Bulb

    PERIODIC SERVICE 4. Replace with a new bulb and reinstall the head lamp Fuse Capacity assembly in the reverse order. Protected circuit Horn Transmission Control Auxiliary Socket Work Light (Right) Work Light (Left) Alternator, Engine, PTO, Heater Meter Panel, OPC Turn Signal Auxiliary Power (10)

  • Page 94: Storage

    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. running. 2. Jack the tractor up and remove the support blocks A To avoid danger...

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting

    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.

  • Page 96: Options

    OPTIONS OPTIONS Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details. A Front end weights For front ballast A Rear Wheel Weights For rear ballast A Double Acting Remote Hydraulic Control Valve with Detents and Self-Cancelling A Double Acting Remote Hydraulic Control Valve with Float Position A Rear Work Light.

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