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Kubota M96SDTM Operator's Manual

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PRINTED IN JAPAN
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Code No. 3N470-9971-2
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KUBOTA Corporation 2010
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
The first part of this manual covers the features of the common M series tractor.
The second part covers the special features of the M96SDTM tractor.
Please read both parts before operation.
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  • Page 1 M96SDTM The first part of this manual covers the features of the common M series tractor. English (U.S.A.) The second part covers the special features of the M96SDTM tractor. Code No. 3N470-9971-2 Please read both parts before operation. READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL PRINTED IN JAPAN ©...
  • Page 2 RH/LH Right-hand and left-hand sides are determined by facing KUBOTA makes products which, taken on a national scale, are in the direction of forward travel basic necessities. Products which are indispensable, products...

  • 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 Remote Cylinder-Retract Engine Warning Remote Cylinder-Extend Diesel Fuel Hazard Warning Lights...
  • 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 ..................6 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS..............8 PRE-OPERATION CHECK ..................11 DAILY CHECK ....................... 11 OPERATING THE ENGINE..................12 STARTING THE ENGINE ..................12 COLD WEATHER STARTING ................
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Parking Brake Lever ....................... 28 STOPPING......................29 Stopping.......................... 29 CHECK DURING DRIVING ................... 29 Immediately Stop the Engine if: ..................29 Easy Checker(TM)......................29 Fuel Gauge ........................30 Coolant Temperature Gauge ..................30 Tachometer........................30 PTO RPM / TRAVEL SPEED MONITOR............... 31 Changing Display Mode....................
  • Page 7 CONTENTS Float Control ........................48 3-point Hitch Lowering Speed..................48 REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM............49 Remote Control Valve..................... 49 Remote Control Valve Lever................... 49 Remote Control Valve Coupler Connecting and Disconnecting ........50 Flow Control Valve (option) .................... 50 Adjusting the flow rate ....................50 Positions and advantages of the flow control valve ............
  • Page 8 CONTENTS Adjusting Brake Pedal ....................76 Checking Fuel Line ......................77 Adjusting Parking Brake Lever ..................78 EVERY 200 HOURS ....................78 Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter ..................78 Checking Radiator Hose and Clamp ................79 Checking Oil Cooler Line ....................79 Checking Intake Air Line....................
  • Page 9 CONTENTS Bleeding Fuel System..................... 89 Bleeding Fuel System..................... 90 Bleeding Brake System ....................91 Draining Clutch Housing Water ..................91 Replacing Fuse....................... 91 Replacing Light Bulb....................... 92 Replacing Head Lamp ....................92 STORAGE ......................... 93 TRACTOR STORAGE ................... 93 REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE........... 93 TROUBLESHOOTING....................
  • Page 11 The operator must remain in the caution labels on the tractor. tractor seat during operation. 3. 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.
  • Page 12 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"...
  • Page 13 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 two brake pedals together to help assure over or interfere with your control of the machine.
  • Page 14 SAFE OPERATION 9. Avoid sudden motions of the steering wheel as they can lead to a dangerous loss of stability. The risk is 4. OPERATING THE PTO especially great when the tractor is traveling at road speeds. 1. Wait until all moving components have completely 10.
  • Page 15 SAFE OPERATION 3. When transporting on the road, set the implement 9. To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit, lowering speed knob in the "LOCK" position to hold the always disconnect the battery's ground cable (-) first implement in the raised position. and reconnect it last.
  • Page 16 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.
  • Page 17 SAFE OPERATION 7. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...
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  • Page 22 2. Clean danger, warning and caution labels with soap and water, 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 23: 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 both the tractor and engine serial numbers.

  • Page 24: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE M96S M108S Model Model V3800-DI-T V3800-CR-TI 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 revolution 2600 Low idling revolution 800 to 850...
  • Page 25 SPECIFICATIONS M96S M108S Model Front tires 10.00-16 12.4-24 10.00-16 13.6-24 Standard tire size *2 Rear tires 18.4-30 18.4-30 cast 18.4-34 18.4-34 cast Clutch Hydraulic wet disks Traveling Steering Hydraulic Power Steering system Braking system Hydraulic wet disks Bevel gears Bevel gears Bevel gears Bevel gears Differential...

  • Page 26: Traveling Speeds

    SPECIFICATIONS TRAVELING SPEEDS (At rated engine rpm) Model M96S M108S Tire size (Rear) 18.4-30 18.4-34 without Dual without Dual Transmission type with Dual speed with Dual speed speed speed Range Shuttle Main gear gear shift km/h (mph) km/h (mph) shift lever shift lever km/h (mph) km/h (mph)
  • Page 27 SPECIFICATIONS (At rated engine rpm) Model M96S M108S Tire size (Rear) 18.4-30 18.4-34 without Dual without Dual Transmission type with Dual speed with Dual speed speed speed Range Shuttle Main gear gear shift km/h (mph) km/h (mph) shift lever shift lever km/h (mph) km/h (mph) km/h (mph)

  • Page 28: 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 29 2600 (102) Snow Blade Max. Weight kg (lbs.) 800 (1760) A Implement size may vary depending on soil operating conditions. *1 Must remove front weight with this implement. *2 Need subframe *3 The value contains the weight of KUBOTA standard bucket.

  • Page 30: 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........25 (2) Turn signal switch..........21 (3) Head light switch..........21 (4) Clutch pedal............23 (5) Tilt pedal.............. 20 (6) Front work light switch..........
  • Page 31 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Hazard / Turn signal indicator ......21 (10) Heater indicator ..........15 (2) High beam indicator ........... 21 (11) Pilot lamp (LOW)..........24 (3) PTO clutch indicator........... 39 (12) Pilot lamp (HIGH)..........24 (4) Liquid crystal display ..........
  • Page 32 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS B Foot and Hand Controls ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Differential lock pedal........35 (2) 3-Point hitch lowering speed knob....48 (3) Parking brake lever......... 12, 28 (4) Range gear shift lever........25 (5) Front wheel drive lever........27 (6) Creep lever (if equipped).........

  • Page 33: 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 34: Operating The Engine

    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. Pull the parking brake lever up to park. A Read the danger, warning and caution labels parking brake indicator...
  • Page 35 OPERATING THE ENGINE 2. Make sure the fuel cock is in the 4. Place the PTO clutch control lever in "OPEN" position. "OFF" position and hydraulic control levers in "LOWEST" position. (1) Fuel cock (A) "CLOSE" (B) "OPEN" (1) PTO clutch control lever "ON"...
  • Page 36 OPERATING THE ENGINE A Daily checks with the Easy Checker(TM) only, are not 6. Insert the key into the key switch and sufficient. Never fail to conduct daily checks carefully turn it "ON". by referring to Daily Check. (See "DAILY CHECK" in "PERIODIC SERVICE" section.) 7.

  • Page 37: Cold Weather Starting

    Heater indicator comes on when the key is turned to "ON" A If key does not stop the engine, consult your local position and engine coolant temperature is below 0 KUBOTA Dealer. ), and goes off automatically when preheat is WARMING UP completed.

  • Page 38: Jump Starting

    OPERATING THE ENGINE JUMP STARTING To avoid personal injury: A Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from battery. A If tractor battery is frozen, do not jump start engine. A Do not connect other end of negative (-) jumper cable to negative (-) terminal of tractor battery.

  • Page 39: Operating The Tractor

    BChanging Lubricating Oil for New Tractors If interference occurs, contact your KUBOTA Dealer. The lubricating oil is especially important in the case of a new tractor. The various parts are not "broken-in" and are not accustomed to each other; small metal grit may BTo Fold the ROPS develop during the operation of the tractor;...

  • Page 40: To Raise The Rops To Upright Position

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 2. Fold the ROPS. BTo Raise the ROPS to Upright Position 1. Remove both hair pin cotters and set bolts. To avoid personal injury: A Hold the top of the ROPS tightly with both hands and fold the ROPS slowly and carefully. (1) Set bolt (2) Hair pin cotter 2.

  • Page 41: Adjustment Of Foldable Rops

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BAdjustment of Foldable ROPS A Adjust the free fall of the ROPS upper frame regularly. 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 pin.

  • Page 42: Seat Belt

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BSeat Belt BTilt Steering Adjustment To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: A Always use the seat belt when any ROPS or A Do not adjust the steering wheel while the CAB are installed. tractor is in motion. Adjust the seat belt for proper fit and connect the buckle.

  • Page 43: Light Switch

    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...

  • Page 44: Front Work Light Switch

    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.

  • Page 45: Clutch Pedal

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 4. Raise the Implement. 5. 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.

  • Page 46: Main Gear Shift Lever

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 6. Selecting the Travel Speed. (1) Hydraulic - shuttle shift lever (F) "FORWARD" "LOW" (A) "PUSH" (2) Main gear shift lever (N) "NEUTRAL POSITION" "HIGH" (3) Range gear shift lever (R) "REVERSE" (4) Pilot lamp (LOW) (5) Pilot lamp (HIGH) By combination of using the shift lever and the shift switch, forward speeds and reverse speeds shown in the table BMain Gear Shift Lever...

  • Page 47: Range Gear Shift Lever

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR A The main gear shift may be shifted between speeds BDual Speed Shift Switch on-the-go, but clutch must be depressed. [Dual speed model] The dual speed shift switch can be operated when the C Shifting between 1. Keep the engine running and the main gear shift lever tractor is traveling without using the clutch.

  • Page 48: Creep Lever (If Equipped)

    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 creep lever.

  • Page 49: Front Wheel Drive Lever

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR C 4WD Indicator The 4WD indicator turns on while the front wheel drive BFront Wheel Drive Lever lever is in "ON" (4WD) position. The 4WD indicator goes off when the front wheel drive lever is in "OFF" (2WD) position. To avoid personal injury: A Do not engage the front wheel drive when traveling at road speed.

  • Page 50: Hand Throttle Lever

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 7. Accelerate the Engine. 8. Unlock the Parking Brake and Slowly Release the Clutch. BHand Throttle Lever BParking Brake Lever Pulling the throttle lever back decreases engine speed, To release the parking brake, depress the brake pedal, and pushing it forward increases engine speed.

  • Page 51: Stopping

    Checker(TM) comes on, stop the engine and get it CHECK DURING DRIVING restarted. If the error happens again, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. BImmediately Stop the Engine if: A The engine suddenly slows down or accelerates, A If the warning indicator lights up, the following...

  • Page 52: Fuel Gauge

    If this should happen during operation, check the electrical charging system or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. 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.

  • Page 53: 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 54 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 55: Pto Speed Display Mode Switching

    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.

  • Page 56: 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 57: 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 58: Operating The Tractor On A Road

    Be sure SMV emblem and warning lamps are clean and visible. If towed or rear-mounted equipment obstructs these safety devices, install SMV emblem and warning lamps on equipment. Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details. (1) 4-wheel differential lock (A) Press to "ENGAGE" pedal (Rear and Front wheel) (B) Release to "DISENGAGE"...

  • Page 59: Operating On Slopes And Rough Terrain

    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.

  • Page 60: Electrical Outlet

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BElectrical Outlet Two electrical outlets are supplied for use with work light. (1) Accessory electrical outlet for work light (7.5A) (1) Accessory electrical outlet for work light (11A)

  • Page 61: Pto

    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.

  • Page 62: 1000 Rpm Pto Shaft

    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"...

  • Page 63: 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". Raise up the PTO shaft cover. Afterward be sure to return the PTO shaft cover to the "NORMAL POSITION".

  • Page 64: Three-Point Hitch & Drawbar

    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...

  • Page 65: 3-Point Hitch

    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 implements wider than the tractor.

  • Page 66: 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 67: Telescopic Stabilizers

    THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR DRAWBAR 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 Never pull from the top link, the rear axle or any in "HYDRAULIC UNIT"...

  • Page 68: Swing Drawbar

    THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR BSwing Drawbar The drawbar can be used in three different ways as illustrated below. Assemble it correctly with locating pins. (1) Drawbar (2) Locating pin (3) Looseness preventing bolt...

  • Page 69: Hydraulic Unit

    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. (1) Draft stopper (A) "LOCK" (B) "UNLOCK"...

  • Page 70: Draft Control

    HYDRAULIC UNIT BDraft Control This will control the pull of the 3-point implement. As the load on the 3-point hitch changes due to various soil conditions, the draft control system automatically responds to these changes by either raising or lowering the implement slightly to maintain a constant pull.

  • Page 71: Remote Hydraulic Control System

    HYDRAULIC UNIT REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM The hydraulic auxiliary control valves can be installed up to triple segments irrespective of installation of flow control valve. BRemote Control Valve There are two types of remote valves available for these models. A Double acting valve with detents and self cancelling: This valve may be placed in the detent mode.

  • Page 72: Remote Control Valve Coupler Connecting And Disconnecting

    (C), and then turn it gradually dust plugs. counterclockwise until a required flow rate is reached. A Your local KUBOTA Dealer can supply parts to adapt A Full adjustment of the valve will occur in approximately couplers to hydraulic hoses.

  • Page 73: Positions And Advantages Of The Flow Control Valve

    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. 2.

  • Page 74: 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 75: Tires, Wheels And Ballast

    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. BInflation Pressure...

  • Page 76: Front Wheels (With Four Wheel Drive)

    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. 2. Change the position of the rim and disk (right and left) to the desired position, and tighten the bolts.

  • Page 77: Adjusting Front Wheel Turning Stopper Bolt

    TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST BAdjusting Front Wheel Turning Stopper Bolt A Always check if tires contact with tractor or loader frame assemblies. A Adjust turning angle with provided stoppers if necessary. *: Need to limit turning angle at 1580 mm (62.2 in.) width setting to 42 degrees.

  • Page 78: Rear Wheels

    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. 2. Change the position of the rim and / or disk (right and left) to the desired position, and tighten the bolts.

  • Page 79: Ballast

    C Front End Weights (option) The front end weights can be attached to the bumper. See your implement operator's manual for required (1) Jack point number of weights or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer to use. (1) Front end weights (2) Bumper A Do not overload tires.

  • Page 80: Rear Ballast

    (829 lbs.) (912 lbs.) (1007 lbs.) per 4 L (1 gal.) See your implement operator's manual for required of water] number of weights or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer Slush free at -47 (-53 to use. Solid at -52 (-62...

  • Page 81: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS Indication on hour meter Ref. Items Interval page [M96S] Fuel injection nozzle every Check injection pressure 1500 Hr every Injection pump Check 3000 Hr every Fuel injection timer Check 3000 Hr [M108S] Fuel injection nozzle every Check Active test 1500 Hr...
  • Page 82 MAINTENANCE Indication on hour meter Ref. Items Interval page every Check 200 Hr Oil cooler line every Replace 2 years every Check 200 Hr Power steering oil line every Replace 2 years every Check 200 Hr Radiator hose and clamp every Replace 2 years...
  • Page 83 *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.

  • Page 84: Lubricants

    Knuckle shaft [2WD] Steering joint shaft Battery terminal A small amount 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 details.
  • Page 85 A No.2-D is a distillate fuel of lower volatility for engines in industrial and heavy mobile service. (SAE J313 JUN87) 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.

  • Page 86: Periodic Service

    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. devices. They can settle, suddenly leak down, or be accidentally lowered.

  • Page 87: Daily Check

    PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK BChecking and Refueling For your own safety and maximum service life of the machine, make a thorough daily inspection before operating the machine to start the engine. To avoid personal injury: A Do not smoke while refueling. A Be sure to stop the engine before refueling.

  • Page 88: Checking Water Separator

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Water Separator [M96S] 1. As water is collected in the water separator, the red float is raised. 2. When the red float has reached the white line, close the fuel cock, loosen the retainer ring, take out the cup, and clean the cup.

  • Page 89: 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 recovery tank. A If water should leak, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 90: Checking Brake Oil Level

    1. Check to see that the brake oil level is between the (1) Evacuator valve MAX and MIN marks. 2. If it is below the MIN line, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. (1) Oil tank cap (A) "MAX"...

  • Page 91: Cleaning Grill, Radiator Screen, Intercooler And Oil Cooler

    PERIODIC SERVICE C Cleaning 1. Check front grill to be sure it is clean from debris. BCleaning Grill, Radiator Screen, 2. Detach the radiator screen and remove all foreign Intercooler and Oil Cooler materials. 3. Check oil cooler and intercooler to be sure they are clean from debris.

  • Page 92: Checking Brake Pedal

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Brake Pedal BChecking Gauges, Meter and Easy Checker(TM) 1. Inspect the instrument panel for broken gauge(s), meter(s) and Easy Checker(TM). To avoid personal injury: 2. Replace if broken. A Be sure brake pedals have equal adjustment when using locked together. Incorrect or BChecking Head Light, Hazard Light etc.

  • Page 93: Every 50 Hours

    5. Disengage the PTO clutch control switch or lever. 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. To avoid serious injury or death:...

  • Page 94: 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 95: Checking Battery Condition

    PERIODIC SERVICE (1) Grease fitting (Front axle gear case support) [RH, LH] (1) Grease fitting (Steering joint shaft) 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 96 PERIODIC SERVICE Mishandling the battery shortens the service life and adds to maintenance costs. The original battery is maintenance free, but needs some servicing. If the battery is weak, the engine will be difficult to start and the lights will be dim. It is important to check the battery periodically.

  • Page 97: Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element

    PERIODIC SERVICE A The air cleaner uses a dry element, never apply oil. BCleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element A Do not run the engine with filter element removed. 1. Remove the air cleaner cover and primary element. A Be sure to refit the cover with the arrow (on the rear 2.

  • Page 98: Adjusting Fan Belt Tension

    (0.39 to 0.47 in.) when the belt is tension KUBOTA Dealer for adjusting the brakes. pressed in the middle of the span. C Checking the brake pedal free travel 1. Stop the engine and remove the key.

  • Page 99: Checking Fuel Line

    PERIODIC SERVICE C Checking the brake pedal stroke BChecking Fuel Line Pedal stroke Less than 100 mm (3.9 in.) at each pedal 1. Check to see that all lines and hose clamps are tight and not damaged. 2. If hoses and clamps are found worn or damaged, 1.

  • Page 100: Adjusting Parking Brake Lever

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 200 HOURS A If the fuel line is removed, be sure to properly bleed the fuel system. BReplacing Hydraulic Oil Filter (See "Bleeding Fuel System" in "SERVICE AS C Cleaning Magnetic Filter REQUIRED" in "PERIODIC SERVICE" section.) BAdjusting Parking Brake Lever To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to stop the engine before changing the...

  • Page 101: Checking Radiator Hose And Clamp

    1. Check to see that all lines and hose clamps are tight A To prevent serious damage to the hydraulic system, and not damaged. use only a KUBOTA genuine filter. 2. If hoses and clamps are found worn or damaged, replace or repair them at once.

  • Page 102: Checking Intake Air Line

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Intake Air Line BChecking Power Steering Line 1. Check to see that hoses and hose clamps are tight and 1. Check to see that all lines and hose clamps are tight not damaged. and not damaged. 2. If hoses and clamps are found worn or damaged, 2.

  • Page 103: Draining Fuel Tank Water

    PERIODIC SERVICE (A) Wheel - to - wheel distance at rear (1) Snap ring (B) Wheel - to - wheel distance at front (2) Tie-rod nut (C) "FRONT" (167 to 196 N-m, 17 to 20 kgf-m, 123.2 to 144.6 ft-lbs) (3) Tie-rod joint C Adjusting procedures 1.

  • Page 104: Every 300 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 300 HOURS EVERY 400 HOURS BChanging Engine Oil 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 To avoid personal injury: surface.

  • Page 105: Cleaning Water Separator

    PERIODIC SERVICE [M108S] BCleaning Water Separator This job should not be done in the field, but in a clean place. [M96S] 1. Close the fuel cock. This job should not be done in the field, but in a clean 2. Unscrew the cup and remove it, then rinse the inside place.

  • Page 106: Lubricating Grease Fitting [2Wd Model]

    2. After draining reinstall the drain plug. 3. Fill with the new KUBOTA SUPER UDT fluid up to the upper notch on the dipstick. (1) Front wheel hub cover (See "LUBRICANTS"...

  • Page 107: Changing Front Differential Case Oil

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChanging Front Axle Gear Case Oil A Do not operate the tractor immediately after changing 1. To drain the used oil, remove the right and left drain the transmission fluid. plugs and filling plugs at the front axle gear case and Run the engine at medium speed for a few minutes to drain the oil completely into the oil pan.

  • Page 108: Adjusting King-Pin Pivot

    Loosen the lock nut and tighten the adjusting screw with BAdjusting Engine Valve Clearance following torque: Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. 4.9 to 9.8 N-m, 0.5 to 1.0 kgf-m, 3.62 to 7.24 ft-lbs EVERY 1500 HOURS BChecking Fuel Injection Nozzle (Injection...

  • Page 109: Every 2 Years

    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.

  • Page 110: Anti-Freeze

    7. Kubota's genuine long-life coolant has a service life of A When draining fluids from the engine, place a 2 years. Be sure to change the coolant every 2 years.

  • Page 111: Replacing Radiator Hose (Water Pipes)

    3. When tank is completely empty. BReplacing Power Steering Hose 4. After the tractor has not been used for a long period of Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. time. C Bleeding procedure is as follows: BReplacing Fuel Hose 1.

  • Page 112: Bleeding Fuel System

    PERIODIC SERVICE 3. Set the hand throttle lever at the maximum speed 2. Disconnect the intake heater connector. position, turn the key switch to start the engine and then reset the throttle lever at the mid speed (around 1500 rpm) position. If engine doesn't start, try it several times at 30 second intervals.

  • Page 113: 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 114: Replacing Light Bulb

    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. If broken, glass may cause injury. Pay more attention to halogen lamps in particular, which have high pressure inside.

  • Page 115: 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 116: 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 117 Stop the engine and get it restarted. If the engine fails to restart or the indicator stays on, immediately contact your local KUBOTA dealer.If the warning indicator lights up, the following phenomena may appear depending on the engine's trouble spot.

  • Page 118: Options

    OPTIONS OPTIONS Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details. A Rear Work Light. High visibility for night work. A Engine Block Heater For extremely cold weather starting A Double Acting Remote Hydraulic Control Valve with Detents and Self-Cancelling A Flow Control Valve Kit...

  • Page 119: Appendices

    APPENDICES APPENDICES INDEX Flow rate ............50 Flushing Cooling System 1000 rpm PTO Shaft ........40 and Changing Coolant ........87 3-point Hitch Lowering Speed ......48 Fold the ROPS ..........17 Adjustment of Foldable ROPS .......19 Foot Throttle ..........28 Air Cleaner Primary Element......75 Front Axle Gear Case Oil ......
  • Page 120 APPENDICES Light Switch ............21 Turn Signal / Hazard Light Switch ....21 Lubricating Grease Fitting [2WD Model] ..84 Walk Around Inspection......... 65 Lubricating Grease Fittings ......72 Warm-up and Transmission Oil Lubricating Oil for New Tractors.....17 at Low Temperature Range ......15 Main Gear Shift Lever ........24 Water Separator ..........
  • Page 121 M96SDTM MUDDER TRACTOR...
  • Page 122 FOREWORD Thank you very much for choosing the mudder model of the M series tractor. This operator's manual covers the operation, inspection and preventive maintenance instructions that are specific to the M series mudder model. For other information and instructions, refer to the first part of this manual. Please read this manual carefully to operate the machine properly and safely.
  • Page 123 CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS....................... 1 SPECIFICATION TABLE ..................1 TRAVELING SPEEDS ..................... 3 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST................4 TIRES........................4 Inflation Pressure......................4 Dual Tires ......................... 4 WHEEL ADJUSTMENT ................... 4 Front Wheels (with four wheel drive) ................4 Adjusting Front Wheel Turning Stopper Bolt ..............6 Rear Wheels ........................

  • Page 125: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE M96SDTM Model Standard With 80 in. wide axle Model V3800-DI-TE3 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)
  • Page 126 SPECIFICATIONS M96SDTM Model Standard With 80 in. wide axle Hydraulic control system Position, draft (top link sensing) & mix control L (U.S.gals.) / Pump capacity 65 (17.2) Three point hitch Category 2 At lifting 2500 (5510), kg (lbs.) points *2...

  • Page 127: Traveling Speeds

    SPECIFICATIONS TRAVELING SPEEDS (At rated engine rpm) Model M96SDTM Model M96SDTM Tire size (Rear) 13.6-38 Tire size (Rear) 13.6-38 Range Range Main Main Shuttle gear Shuttle gear gear km/h gear km/h shift lever shift shift lever shift shift lever shift lever...

  • Page 128: Tires, Wheels And Ballast

    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. BInflation Pressure...
  • Page 129 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST N-m (kgf-m) [ft-lbs] A Wheels with beveled or tapered holes: Use the Standard tire Option tire tapered side of lug nut. 13.6-38 13.6-38 9.5R48 (Front and rear: (Front: Steel disk 12.4R46 Steel disk) Rear: Cast iron disk) 260 to 304 (26.5 to 31) [192 to 224] 280 to 340 200 to 278...

  • Page 130: Adjusting Front Wheel Turning Stopper Bolt

    TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST To avoid personal injury: A Before jacking up the tractor, park it on a firm and level ground and chock the rear wheels. A Fix the front axle to keep it from swinging. A Select jacks that withstand the machine weight and set them up as shown below.
  • Page 131 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST N-m (kgf-m) [ft-lbs] Standard tire Option tire 13.6-38 13.6-38 9.5R48 (Front and rear: (Front: Steel disk 12.4R46 Steel disk) Rear: Cast iron disk) 260 to 304 (26.5 to 31) [192 to 224] 280 to 340 305 to 373 (28.6 to 34.7) (31.1 to 38.0) [207 to 251]...

  • Page 132: Handrails And Auxiliary Steps

    TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST BHandrails and Auxiliary Steps To avoid personal injury: C Handrails A Before jacking up the tractor, park it on a firm Hold the handrails when getting on and off the tractor. and level ground and chock the front wheels. A Fix the front axle to keep it from swinging.

  • Page 133: Front Ballast

    Tire sizes 13.6-38 9.5R48 12.4R46 See your implement operator's manual for required Slush free at -10 (-14 number of weights or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer Solid at -30 (-22 231.3 kg 120 kg 195 kg to use. [Approx.1 kg (2 lbs.) CaCl (509 lbs.)

  • Page 134: 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 Fan belt Adjust 100 Hr every Brake Pedal...
  • Page 135 MAINTENANCE Indication on hour meter Ref. Items Interval page every Check 200 Hr Intake air line every Replace 2 years every Engine oil Change 300 Hr every Water separator Clean 400 Hr every Fuel filter Replace 400 Hr every Engine oil filter Replace 600 Hr every...
  • Page 136 *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.

  • Page 137: Lubricants

    Front axle support Steering joint shaft Battery terminal A small amount 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 details.
  • Page 138 A No.2-D is a distillate fuel of lower volatility for engines in industrial and heavy mobile service. (SAE J313 JUN87) 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.

  • Page 139: Periodic Service

    2. After draining reinstall the drain plug. To avoid personal injury: 3. Fill with the new KUBOTA SUPER UDT fluid up to the A Never operate tractor with a loose rim, wheel, upper notch on the dipstick.

  • Page 140: Changing Front Differential Case Oil

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChanging Front Differential Case Oil 1. To drain the used oil, remove the drain and filling plug at the front differential case and drain the oil completely into the oil pan. 2. After draining reinstall the drain plug. 3.

  • Page 141: Options

    OPTIONS OPTIONS Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details. A Rear Work Light. High visibility for night work. A Engine Block Heater For extremely cold weather starting A Double Acting Remote Hydraulic Control Valve with Detents and Self-Cancelling A Flow Control Valve Kit...

  • Page 142: Index

    APPENDICES APPENDICES INDEX Dual Tires ............4 Front Ballast .............9 Front Differential Case Oil ......16 Front Wheel Turning Stopper Bolt....6 Front Wheels (with four wheel drive)....4 Handrails and Auxiliary Steps ......8 Inflation Pressure ..........4 Rear Ballast............9 Rear Wheels.............6 Transmission Fluid .........15 Wheel Bolt Torque..........15...

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