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TO THE READER In this section, the main additional function and altered position of M9540 Low Profile tractor from M9540-ROPS tractor. As for the items which are not explained in this section, refer to M8540 and M9540 workshop manual (9Y121-01420). General Information on the tractor identification, the general precautions, maintenance check list, check and maintenance and special tools are described.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS M9540Low Profile, WSM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY FIRST This symbol, the industry’s “Safety Alert Symbol”, is used throughout this manual and on labels on the machine itself to warn of the possibility of personal injury. Read these instructions carefully.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS M9540Low Profile, WSM SAFETY STARTING • Do not start the engine by shorting across starter terminals or bypassing the safety start switch. • Do not alter or remove any part of machine safety system. • Before starting the engine, make sure that all shift levers are in neutral positions or in disengaged positions.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS M9540Low Profile, WSM AVOID FIRES • Fuel is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in your working area. • To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit, always disconnect the battery negative cable first and connect it last.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS M9540Low Profile, WSM PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES • Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy at all times. • Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital and fire department near your telephone. KiSC issued 09, 2008 A...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS M9540Low Profile, WSM SAFETY DECALS The following safety decals (pictrical safety labals) are installed on the machine. If a decal becomes damaged, illegible or is not on the machine, replace it. The decal part number is listed in the parts list.
SPECIFICATIONS M9540Low Profile, WSM SPECIFICATIONS M9540Low Profile Model Model V3800DI-TE3 Type Vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle direct injection diesel engine Number of cylinders Total displacement 3769 cm (230.0 cu.in.) 100 × 120 mm (3.9 × 4.7 in.) Bore and stroke −1 Rated speed...
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TRAVELING SPEEDS M9540Low Profile, WSM TRAVELING SPEEDS (At rated engine rpm) M9540Low Profile Model F18/R18 model Tire size (Rear) 480/70R28 Shuttle shift Range gear shift Main gear shift km/h (mph) lever lever lever 0.39 (0.24) 0.50 (0.31) 0.66 (0.41) CREEP 0.84 (0.52)
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TRAVELING SPEEDS M9540Low Profile, WSM (At rated engine rpm) M9540Low Profile Model F18/R18 model Tire size (Rear) 480/70R28 Shuttle shift Range gear shift Main gear shift km/h (mph) lever lever lever 0.39 (0.24) 0.49 (0.30) 0.65 (0.40) CREEP 0.83 (0.52) 1.03 (0.640)
G GENERAL M9540Low Profile, WSM 1. TIRES WARNING • Do not attempt to mount a tire on a rim. This should be done by a qualified person with the proper equipment. • Always maintain the correct tire pressureìo not inflate tires above the recommended pressure shown in the operator’s manual.
G GENERAL M9540Low Profile, WSM (1) Front Wheels Front tread width can be adjusted as shown with the standard equipped tires. To change the tread width 1. Remove the wheel rim and disc mounting bolts. 2. Change the position of the rim and disc (right and left) to the desired position, and tighten the bolts.
G GENERAL M9540Low Profile, WSM (2) Rear 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 disc mounting bolts. 2. Change the position of the rim and disc (right and left) to the desired position, and tighten the bolts.
G GENERAL M9540Low Profile, WSM [3] TIRE LIQUID INJECTION Auxiliary weights can be used to increase traction force for plowing in fields or clayey ground. Another way is to inject water or another liquid, such as a calcium chloride solution in the tires. Water must not be used in winter since it freezes at 0 °C (32 °F).
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TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM Turning Angle Inspection Switch The turning angle inspection switch is on the front wheel case support of left side, and this switch is controlled “ON” position or “OFF” position of Bi-speed turn. When the 4WD / Bi-speed turn switch is set at the Bi- speed turn position, if the turning angle is less than 0.56...
TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM (2) Solenoid Valve Being not electrified, it is kept in neutral position. Therefore, oil is flowed to neither Bi-speed turn clutch (5) nor 4WD clutch (4) when the 4WD / Bi-speed turn switch is switched to OFF position.
TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM (3) 4WD / Bi-speed Turn Oil Flow Oil pressure-fed from the power steering hydraulic pump is flowed to the solenoid valve assembly (6) through the steering controller and oil cooler. system hydraulic pressure-fed to disengaged position for 2WD-4WD clutch (4) when 4WD / Bi-speed turn switch at 2WD position.
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SERVICING CONTENTS 1. SERVICING SPECIFICATIONS ..............L3-S1 2. CHECKING AND ADJUSTING ..............L3-S2 [1] MAIN GEAR SHIFTING ................L3-S2 [2] BI-SPEED TURN SYSTEM..............L3-S3 3. DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING ............L3-S4 [1] HYDRAULIC SHUTTLE VALVE ............L3-S4 (1) Removing Fuel Tank.................L3-S4 [2] ROPS ......................L3-S7 [3] 4WD CLUTCH PACK AND BI-SPEED TURN CLUTCH PACK ..L3-S9 (1) Separating Transmission Case and Clutch Housing Case ....L3-S9 (2) 4WD Clutch Pack and Bi-Speed Turn Clutch Pack ......L3-S9 4.
TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM 1. SERVICING SPECIFICATIONS Main Shift Rod Item Factory Specification Allowable Limit Main Shift Rod 1 Length 322 mm – 12.7 in. Main Shift Rod 2 Length 178 mm – 7.008 in. W1013874 4WD/Bi-Speed Turn System Hydraulic System Pressure for Shuttle and Pressure 2.06 to 2.15 MPa...
TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM 2. CHECKING AND ADJUSTING [1] MAIN GEAR SHIFTING Checking Function of Main Gear Shift (Low Profile Model) 1. Check the function of the main gear shift. - Neutral position to 1st gear position. - Neutral position to 2nd gear position.
TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM [2] BI-SPEED TURN SYSTEM Bi-Speed Turn Operating Pressure IMPORTANT • Place the tractor on the flat surface and lock the both front and rear wheels. • Set the main shift lever and shuttle lever in Neutral position.
TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM 3. DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING [1] HYDRAULIC SHUTTLE VALVE (1) Removing Fuel Tank Draining Fuel and Fuel Filling Port 1. Place oil pans under the fuel tank. 2. Remove the drain plug (1) and drain the fuel.
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TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM Fender and Auxiliary Step 1. Remove the harness cover (1) and disconnect the 4P connector (2). 2. Remove the fender (3), (4) and auxiliary step. (When reassembling) • Be sure to assemble the fender to the original height.
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TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM Fuel Tank 1. Place the disassembling stand under the fuel tank (2). 2. Remove the fuel tank band (1) and (3). 3. Remove the fuel tank stay (4). 4. Lower the fuel tank (2) to disconnect the fuel hose (5) and (6).
TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM [2] ROPS ROPS Upper Frame 1. Hook the upper frame (1). 2. Remove the damper mounting nut (2). 3. Remove the lunch pin (5) and set bolt (4). 4. Remove the upper frame (1) using a hoist.
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TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM Fuel Filling Port and Harness Cover 1. Unscrew the fuel filling port (1) fixing screw. 2. Remove the harness cover (2) both L.H. and R.H. side. (1) Fuel Filling Port (2) Harness Cover W1013126 Fender and ROPS Under 1.
TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM [3] 4WD CLUTCH PACK AND BI-SPEED TURN CLUTCH PACK (1) Separating Transmission Case and Clutch Housing Case Separating Transmission Case and Clutch Housing Case 1. Remove the hydraulic hoses and hydraulic brake pipes. 2. Refer to the “Disassembling and Assembling” section at “3.
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TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM Hydraulic Pack Assembly 1. Remove the hydraulic pack assembly (1). (When reassembling) • Replace the seal rings (2) with new one, if they have deformed or any damages. • Apply grease to the seal ring (2).
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TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM Bi-speed Turn Piston 1. Remove the internal circlip (1). 2. Take out the pressure plate (2), discs (4), steel plate. 3. Press the washer (10) lightly, using the clutch compressor (8) (refer to “4. SPECIAL TOOLS” at “NG. GENERAL” section), and remove the external circlip (9).
TRANSMISSION M9540Low Profile, WSM 4. SERVICING [1] 4WD / BI-SPEED TURN CLUTCH PACK Clutch Disc Wear (Both 4WD Side and Bi-speed Turn Side) 1. Measure the thickness of clutch disc with vernier calipers. 2. If the thickness is less than the allowable limit, replace it.
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FRONT AXLE M9540Low Profile, WSM 1. STRUCTURE The front axle supports the front of tractor and facilitates steering. The four-wheel drive axle has powered front wheels. NOTE • Refer to “6. FRONT AXLE” section in the workshop manual of tractor mechanism (Code No. 9Y021-18200).
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM 2. SERVICING SPECIFICATIONS POSITION AND DRAFT CONTROL LINKAGE Item Factory Specification Allowable Limit Position Control Rod (ROPS) Length Approx. 160 mm – 6.30 in. Draft Control Rod (ROPS) Length Approx. 144 mm – 5.67 in.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM 3. CHECKING, DISASSEMBLING AND SERVICING [1] CHECKING AND ADJUSTING (1) Position and Draft Control Linkage Adjusting Position Control Rod and Draft Control Rod 1. Be sure to adjust the position control rod (1) length (L1) and draft control rod (3) length (L2).
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM KiSC issued 09, 2008 A...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM [4] WIRING COLOR B ... Black Br/B ..Brown / Black Lg/Y ..Light Green / Yellow G ..Green Br/Y ..Brown / Yellow Or/W ..Orange / White L ... Blue Br/R ..Brown / Red P/W ....
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM 3. CHECKING AND ADJUSTING CAUTION • To avoid accidental short circuit, be sure to attach the positive cable to the positive terminal before the negative cable is attached to the negative terminal. • Never remove the battery cap while the engine is running.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM Entering Traveling Speed Coefficient [Example : Entering 179.0 inch] 1. While pressing the traveling speed select switch (2), turn the key switch to “ON” position. The setting of the current tire’s circumference is displayed in inches (a) or millimeters (b). The highest-digit numeral starts flashing.
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NOTE • The setting will be cancelled if the key switch is turned OFF halfway in the procedure. Numerical code Tractor model M8540, M9540 (LP) M6040(N), M7040(N), M8540N Void (1) PTO/Hour Meter Select Switch (A) Procedure to enter model select...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM (2) Checking Meter Panel, PTO/Hour Meter Select Switch and Traveling Speed Select Switch CAUTION • For checking of electric circuit, use the circuit tester. • As for the checking of sensors and switches, do the following order; check the battery, fuse and grounding line first, check by the test function of meter panel next, and check the connectors of panel or related electronic switch or sensor.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM Terminal Color of Terminal Name Measuring across T40 (Ground) Condition wiring Main switch at ON and PTO/Hour LG/B PTO/Hour meter select switch Battery voltage meter select switch ON Main switch at ON and traveling Traveling speed select switch...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM [2] 4WD / BI-SPEED TURN SYSTEM (1) Switch 4WD / Bi-speed Turn Switch 1. Turn the main switch off. 2. Remove the 4WD / bi-speed turn switch (1). (1) 4WD / Bi-speed Turn Switch W1013236 1) Connector Voltage 1.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM 1) Connector Voltage 1. Turn the main switch ON position. 2. Set the 4WD / Bi-speed turn switch to Bi-speed position. 3. Measure the voltage with a voltmeter across the wiring harness connector B terminal and chassis.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM (2) Relays (PTO Safety, Key Stop, Work Light, Auxiliary Power and 4WD / Bi-speed Turn) Checking Connector Voltage 1. Measure the voltage with a voltmeter across the battery terminal and chassis as table below. 2. If the voltage differs from the battery voltage, the wiring harness or fuse is faulty.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM M9540Low Profile, WSM (3) Solenoid Valve Solenoid Valves 1) Connector Voltage 1. Remove the connector (2). 2. Set the 4WD/Bi-speed turn switch to bi-speed position. 3. Measure the voltage across the terminal 4 and chassis. 4. If the voltage differs from battery voltage, the wiring harness, fuse or main switch is faulty.
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EDITOR : KUBOTA FARM & INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY SERVICE, LTD. 64, ISHIZU-KITAMACHI, SAKAI-KU, SAKAI-CITY, OSAKA, 590-0823, JAPAN PHONE : ( 81 ) 72-241-1129 : ( 81 ) 72-245-2484 E-mail : ksos-pub@kubota.co.jp Printed in Japan 2008. 09, S, EI, EI, e Code No.9Y111-01660 KUBOTA Corporation 2008.
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