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PRINTED IN JAPAN
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English (U.S.A.)
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Code No. 3B391-9971-1
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KUBOTA Corporation 2016
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 M5L-111 tractor.
Please read both parts before operation.
READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL
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M5L-111

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  • Page 1 M5L-111 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 M5L-111 tractor. Code No. 3B391-9971-1 Please read both parts before operation. READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL ©...
  • Page 2 KUBOTA Corporation is ··· American Petroleum Institute ASABE American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers, USA Since its inception in 1890, KUBOTA Corporation has grown to ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials, USA rank as one of the major firms in Japan.

  • 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. B General Engine-Run Safety Alert Symbol Engine-Start Master System Warning Engine-Stop Fast...
  • Page 4 Steering Wheel-Tilt PTO-Off (Disengaged) PTO-On (Engaged) PTO-540 rpm PTO-540E rpm PTO-1000 rpm B Hydraulic-related Draft Control-Shallow Position Draft Control-Deep Position Position Control-Raised Position Position Control-Lowered Position 3-Point Lowering Speed Control Remote Cylinder-Retract Remote Cylinder-Extend B Electric-related Battery Charging Condition Headlight-Low Beam Headlight-High Beam Turn Signal Hazard Warning Lights...
  • Page 5 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 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION .................... SERVICING OF TRACTOR..................1 SPECIFICATIONS....................... 3 SPECIFICATION TABLE ..................3 TRAVELING SPEEDS ..................... 5 IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS ..................6 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS..............8 PRE-OPERATION CHECK ..................11 DAILY CHECK ....................... 11 OPERATING THE ENGINE..................12 EXHAUST AFTERTREATMENT DEVICES............12 Dual Exhaust Aftertreatment Devices................
  • Page 8 CONTENTS Seat Belt ......................... 34 Tilt Steering Adjustment....................34 Light Switch ........................35 Turn Signal / Hazard Light Switch .................. 35 Front Work Light Switch....................36 Brake Pedals (Right and Left)..................36 Clutch Pedal ........................37 Travel Speed Limiter....................... 38 Main Gear Shift Lever..................... 39 Range Gear Shift Lever ....................
  • Page 9 CONTENTS Adjusting Lateral Float ....................62 Selecting the Top Link Mounting Holes ................62 Drawbar .......................... 62 Lifting Rod (Left) ......................63 Lifting Rod (Right)......................63 Top Link .......................... 64 Telescopic Stabilizers ..................... 64 Telescopic Lower Links ....................64 DRAWBAR......................65 Adjusting Drawbar Length ....................
  • Page 10 CONTENTS Checking Water Separator ..................... 85 Checking Engine Oil Level....................86 Checking Transmission Fluid Level ................86 Checking Coolant Level....................87 Cleaning Evacuator Valve ....................87 Checking Dust Indicator....................87 Cleaning Grill, Radiator Screen, Oil Cooler and Battery Mount........88 Checking DPF/SCR Muffler ....................
  • Page 11 CONTENTS EVERY 1500 HOURS ..................105 Checking Fuel Injection Nozzle (Injection Pressure) ............ 105 Checking DEF/AdBlue® Injector Tip ................105 Checking DEF/AdBlue® Line ..................105 Replacing Oil Separator Element ................. 105 Checking PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve ..........105 Checking and Cleaning EGR Cooler ................106 EVERY 2000 HOURS or 2 YEARS..............
  • Page 12 CONTENTS ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING ................114 POWER TRAIN TROUBLE SHOOTING.............. 116 OPTIONS......................... 117 APPENDICES......................118 INDEX ........................118...
  • Page 13 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 14 SAFE OPERATION 7. If the tractor is equipped with a foldable ROPS it may 3. Do not start engine by shorting across starter be temporarily folded down only when absolutely terminals or bypassing the safety start switch. necessary for areas with height constraints. Machine may start in gear and move if normal starting (There is no operator protection provided by the ROPS circuitry is bypassed.
  • Page 15 SAFE OPERATION 12. Do not stand between tractor and implement or trailed C Driving the tractor on the road vehicle unless parking brake is applied. 1. Lock the 2 brake pedals together to help assure C Safety for children straight-line stops. Uneven braking at road speeds Tragedy can occur if the operator is not alert to the could cause the tractor to tip over.

  • Page 16: Parking The Tractor

    SAFE OPERATION 10. Avoid sudden motions of the steering wheel as they 15. Set the implement lowering speed knob in the "LOCK" can lead to a dangerous loss of stability. The risk is position to hold the implement in the raised position. especially great when the tractor is traveling at road speeds.
  • Page 17 SAFE OPERATION 4. OPERATING THE PTO 5. USING 3-POINT HITCH 1. Use the 3-point hitch only with equipment designed for 1. Wait until all moving components have completely 3-point hitch usage. stopped before getting off the tractor, connecting, 2. When using a 3-point hitch mounted implement, be disconnecting, adjusting, cleaning, or servicing any sure to install the proper counterbalance weight on the PTO driven equipment.
  • Page 18 SAFE OPERATION 7. Disconnect the battery's ground cable before working 15. Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure has sufficient on or near electric components. force to penetrate skin, causing serious personal 8. To avoid the possibility of battery explosion, do not use injury.
  • Page 19 SAFE OPERATION 19. During Diesel Particulate Filter (hereinafter called DPF) regenerating operations, exhaust gases and exhaust filter components reach temperatures hot enough to burn people, or ignite or melt common materials. 20. Keep the tractor away from people, animals or structures which may be susceptible to harm or damage from hot exhaust gases.
  • Page 20 SAFE OPERATION 7. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...
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  • Page 24 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 25: 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 26 SERVICING OF TRACTOR (1) ROPS identification plate (ROPS Serial No.) (1) Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) serial number (2) Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) muffler serial number...

  • Page 27: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE M5-091 M5-111 Model Model V3800-TIEF4 Direct Injection, Water-cooled 4 Cycle Diesel, Type Common Rail System, Turbocharger, Intercooler 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 2400 Low idling revolution...
  • Page 28 SPECIFICATIONS M5-091 M5-111 Model Front tires 7.5-18 11.2-24 7.5-18 12.4-24 Standard tire size Rear tires *2 16.9-30 16.9-30 18.4-30 18.4-30 Clutch Multiple wet disc Traveling system Steering Hydraulic Power Steering Braking system Hydraulically operated wet disk Differential Bevel gears with differential lock (Rear) Hydraulic control system Position, draft (top link sensing) &...

  • Page 29: Traveling Speeds

    SPECIFICATIONS TRAVELING SPEEDS (At rated engine rpm) M5-091, M5-111 Model F8 / R8 model F12 / R12 model Tire size (Rear) 18.4-30 Shuttle Range gear Main gear km/h km/h shift lever shift lever shift lever 0.35 0.22 0.36 0.23 0.54 0.34 0.49 0.31...

  • Page 30: 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 31 Max. Weight kg (lbs.) 650 (1400) 750 (1650) 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 32: 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 ......39 (2) Hazard light switch ........... 35 (3) Clutch pedal ............. 37 (4) Tilt pedal ............34 (5) Front work light switch ........36 (6) Constant RPM management switch ....
  • Page 33 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Tachometer ............44 (13) Fuel level indicator ......... 41 (2) DEF/AdBlue® gauge ......... 43 (14) Emission indicator .......... 41 (3) Hazard/Turn signal indicator ......35 (15) DEF/AdBlue® system warning indicator ..41 (4) Electrical charge warning indicator ....
  • Page 34 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS B Foot and Hand Controls ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Differential lock pedal ........54 (2) Front wheel drive lever ........40 (3) Operator's seat ..........33 (4) Seat belt ............34 (5) 3-Point hitch lowering speed knob ..... 67 (6) Main gear shift lever ...........

  • Page 35: 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 or death: A Be sure to check and service the tractor on a level surface with the engine shut off and the parking brake "ON"...

  • Page 36: Operating The Engine

    OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE EXHAUST AFTERTREATMENT DEVICES To avoid personal injury or death: A Read and understand "Safe Operation" in the To avoid personal injury or death: front of this manual. A During Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) A Read and understand the danger, warning and regenerating operations, exhaust gases and caution labels located on the tractor.

  • Page 37: Diesel Particulate Filter (Dpf) Muffler

    OPERATING THE ENGINE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) C Prohibition of unnecessary idling operation MUFFLER Generally, the lower the engine speed, the lower the exhaust gas temperature is, so the PM contained in This tractor is equipped with an engine with a DPF (Diesel exhaust gas will not be burnt, and begins to accumulate.

  • Page 38: Operating Procedure For Auto Regeneration Mode

    OPERATING THE ENGINE BOperating Procedure for Auto Regeneration Mode (1) Parked regeneration switch (3) Regeneration indicator (5) Engine RPM increase indicator (2) DPF INHIBIT switch (4) Parked regeneration indicator (6) Engine warning indicator C Regeneration Operating Procedure Start the engine. (Make sure that the DPF INHIBIT switch lamp is "OFF".) Switch lamp OFF: Auto Regeneration Mode activated.
  • Page 39 1 second constantly "ON". place and park it there and turn the engine Engine output: 50% "OFF". Contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. A At this level, never continue to operate the tractor otherwise damage will result to the DPF and engine.

  • Page 40: Operating Procedure For Regeneration Inhibit Mode

    OPERATING THE ENGINE BOperating Procedure for Regeneration Inhibit Mode (1) Parked regeneration switch (3) Regeneration indicator (5) Engine RPM increase indicator (2) DPF INHIBIT switch (4) Parked regeneration indicator (6) Engine warning indicator C Regeneration Operating Procedure Start the engine. Press the DPF INHIBIT switch , and the switch lamp illuminates.
  • Page 41 Immediately move the tractor to a safe 1 second constantly "ON". place and place in park, turn "OFF" engine. Engine output: 50% Contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. A At this level never continue to operate the tractor, otherwise damage may result to the DPF and engine.

  • Page 42: Operating Procedure For Parked Regeneration

    OPERATING THE ENGINE BOperating Procedure for Parked Regeneration Park the tractor in a safe area away from buildings, people, and animals. Apply the parking brake. Set the shuttle shift lever to the neutral position. Turn "OFF" the PTO clutch control switch. Return the engine rpm to the idle speed.
  • Page 43 OPERATING THE ENGINE A During the regeneration cycle, do not touch the above levers, and switches (in steps 2, 3, 4), nor change the engine rpm other than an emergency stop. Otherwise, the regeneration will be interrupted. A Never leave the tractor when parked regeneration process is activated. A If the parked regeneration cycle is interrupted, the engine rpm is fixed at the idling level for about 30 seconds.

  • Page 44: Tips On Diesel Particulate Filter (Dpf) Regeneration

    OPERATING THE ENGINE SELECTIVE CATALYTIC REDUCTION BTips on Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration (SCR) MUFFLER A Operation The higher in speed or load the engine operates, the BOutline of the SCR higher the exhaust temperature rises. As a result, The injector jets urea aqueous solution (DEF/AdBlue®) particulate matter (PM) inside the DPF is consumed, into the muffler, and the solution is hydrolyzed with the therefore the regeneration process is required less...

  • Page 45: Def/Adblue

    OPERATING THE ENGINE BWarning Indication and its BDEF/AdBlue® Countermeasure Before starting the day’s job, check the fluid level with the DEF/AdBlue® gauge on the instrument panel. To avoid personal injury: If the fluid runs short during operation, the warning A The urea aqueous solution (DEF/AdBlue®) is colorless, odorless and harmless.
  • Page 46 (2) Engine output level after restarting the engine several times, contact your (3) Time limit to next level or remaining DEF/AdBlue® (4) Performance monitor (Error code and DTC) local KUBOTA Dealer. C SCR system icon appearing on inducement display Low-level icon...
  • Page 47 OPERATING THE ENGINE C For SCR system inducement display appearing on LCD, refer to measures of the table below. On the SCR system, the remaining amount and quality of DEF/AdBlue® as well as machine troubles are monitored. If anything goes wrong during operation, the following warnings are issued. Follow the warning contents to take proper measures.
  • Page 48 Regeneration The SCR system has experienced an abnormality. Verify the DTC displayed on the performance monitor and contact your local KUBOTA dealer. inhibit The engine output is unrestricted. After 120 minutes, the engine output will be limited to 50% (Lv.1:Level.1).
  • Page 49 OPERATING THE ENGINE A The limited engine output level: Lv.1 (Level 1): Within 50% of max torque and 60% of engine speed. Lv.2 (Level 2): Within engine near idling speed. A After an error has occurred, it may be necessary for the engine output to become limited to Lv.2(Level.2). Depending on trouble spots and contents, the indicator-prompted warnings and the engine output limits and timings may vary accordingly.

  • Page 50: Storing And Handling Def/Adblue

    OPERATING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE BStoring and Handling DEF/AdBlue® 1. Because DEF/AdBlue® is a urea aqueous solution, it 1. Make sure the parking brake is set. begins to freeze at ambient temperatures below –11ºC (12ºF). In winter, handle it with enough care. 1.
  • Page 51 OPERATING THE ENGINE 4. Place the PTO clutch control switch in 2. Make sure the fuel shutoff-valve is in "OFF" position and hydraulic control the "OPEN" position. levers in "LOWEST" position. (1) Fuel shutoff-valve (A) "CLOSE" (1) PTO clutch control switch "ON"...
  • Page 52 OPERATING THE ENGINE 6. Insert the key into the key switch and turn it "ON". (1) Electrical charge warning (5) Parking brake warning indicator indicator (2) Engine oil pressure warning (6) Water separator indicator indicator (7) Heater indicator (3) PTO clutch indicator (8) Fuel level indicator (4) DEF/AdBlue®...

  • Page 53: Cold Weather Starting

    Turning off the main battery power to the engine and aftertreatment system prior to completion may damage the system or cause it to malfunction. A If key does not stop the engine, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. (1) Low temperature regulation indicator...

  • Page 54: Warming Up

    OPERATING THE ENGINE WARMING UP 2. Engage the parking brakes of both vehicles and put the shift levers in neutral. Shut both engines off. 3. Wear eye protection and rubber gloves. 4. Attach the red clamp to the positive (red, (+) or pos.) To avoid personal injury or death: terminal of the dead battery and clamp the other end A Be sure to set the main gear shift lever to...

  • Page 55: Operating The Tractor

    A Do not run the engine at speeds faster than implements and attachments. necessary. If interference occurs, contact your KUBOTA A On rough roads, slow down to suitable speeds. Do not Dealer. operate the tractor at fast speed. The above precautions are not limited only to new tractors, but to all tractors.

  • Page 56: 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 57: Adjustment Of Foldable Rops

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BAdjustment of Foldable ROPS BOperator's Seat 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 To avoid personal injury or death: friction in the movement and then replace the cotter A Make adjustments to the seat only while the...

  • Page 58: Glove Box

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BGlove Box BTilt Steering Adjustment To avoid personal injury: A Do not adjust the steering wheel while the tractor is in motion. Press down the steering wheel tilt pedal, to release the lock so the steering wheel can be adjusted to the best driving positions.

  • Page 59: Light Switch

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR A The hazard light switch is operative when the key 2. Selecting Light Switch Position. 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 60: 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 or death: A Do not operate on roads with work lights on. Work lights may blind or confuse operators of oncoming vehicles.

  • Page 61: Clutch Pedal

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 4. Raise the Implement. 5. Depress the Clutch Pedal. (see "HYDRAULIC UNIT" section.) BClutch Pedal To avoid personal injury or death: 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 62: Travel Speed Limiter

    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" (if equipped) By combination of using the main gear shift lever, the When the main gear shift lever is set to the H-6 position, range gear shift lever and hydraulic-shuttle shift lever, the Rev-Limiter indicator illuminates.

  • Page 63: Main Gear Shift Lever

    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 64: Front Wheel Drive Lever

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BFront Wheel Drive Lever C 4WD Indicator The 4WD indicator turns on while the front wheel drive lever is in "ON" (4WD) position. The 4WD indicator goes off when the front wheel drive To avoid personal injury or death: lever is in "OFF"...

  • Page 65: Hand Throttle Lever

    1. Slow down the engine. restarted. If the error happens again, consult your local 2. Step on the clutch and brake pedal. KUBOTA Dealer. 3. After the tractor has stopped, disengage the PTO, lower the implement to the ground, shift the...
  • Page 66 A For checking and servicing of your tractor, consult If this should happen during operation, check the DEF/ your local KUBOTA Dealer for instructions. AdBlue® system or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. Fuel level If the fuel in the tank goes below the prescribed level, the warning lamp in the Easy Checker(TM) will come on.

  • Page 67: Fuel Gauge

    OFF and then to ON again in order to turn off the indicator. If the indicator does not turn off by restarting the tractor, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. (1) DEF/AdBlue® gauge (A) "FULL" (2) DEF/AdBlue® warning indicator (B) "EMPTY"...

  • Page 68: Coolant Temperature Gauge

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BCoolant Temperature Gauge To avoid personal injury or death: A Do not remove radiator cap until coolant temperature is well below its boiling point. Then loosen cap slightly to the stop to relieve any pressure before removing cap completely. 1.

  • Page 69: Lcd Monitor

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR LCD MONITOR This display provides the operator with a variety of information necessary to operate the tractor. Further, part of the display can be modified by the operator as required. Reference Reference Description Description page page Forward operation is DEF/AdBlue®...

  • Page 70: Various Setting Mode

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BVarious Setting Mode C Clock setting 1. Press the mode selector switch to choose "Clock While pressing the mode selector switch, turn the key setting". switch to ON position. Then press the "Select" switch, and the clock setting Various setting mode screen appears in LCD monitor.
  • Page 71 OPERATING THE TRACTOR C Setting the clock display ON/OFF C Setting the tire circumference 1. Press the mode selector switch to choose "Clock ON/ When optional different-diameter tires are fitted on the OFF setting". machine, the travel speed display mode must be Then press the "Select"...
  • Page 72 OPERATING THE TRACTOR 2. According to the following table, enter the tire C Setting the unit circumference value. 1. Press the mode selector switch to choose "Unit (1) Press the mode selector switch to select a digit. setting". Then press the "Select" switch, and the unit setting (2) To put the number forward, press the "Select"...
  • Page 73 OPERATING THE TRACTOR C Setting the PTO speed display 2. According to the following table, press the "Select" [with 540 rpm model] switch and select the PTO speed. The PTO speed display mode has been factory-set at Select the PTO speed Model "540".

  • Page 74: Performance Monitor

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BPerformance Monitor The information required for jobs can be selected and displayed on the LCD screen. The performance monitor serves to display data picked up from the list below. Push on the mode selector switch, changes the mode. Push on the "Select"...

  • Page 75: Electronic Engine Control

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL During work, simply press The electronically controlled engine which is installed in the switch to the (A) side this tractor performs the following 2 types of control. to automatically set an 1. RPM dual memory setting Work engine speed of 2000 2.
  • Page 76 OPERATING THE TRACTOR 3. Press the switch (A) side then release switch. 4. Again press hold down the switch (A) side (2.5 seconds) until the buzzer sounds, then release the switch. 6. If the switch is released and not operated for 4 seconds, a continuous buzzer sound occurs and the setting is completed.

  • Page 77: Constant Rpm Management Control

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR A The purpose of constant RPM management is not to increase the engine power. BConstant RPM Management Control Constant RPM Management can be turned "ON" or "OFF" PARKING by operating the switch. Pressing the switch turns the control "ON"...

  • Page 78: Operating Techniques

    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) Differential lock pedal (A) Press to "ENGAGE" (B) Release to "DISENGAGE"...

  • Page 79: 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 or death: A Always back up when going up a steep slope. Driving forward could cause the tractor to tip over backward.

  • Page 80: Electrical Outlet

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BElectrical Outlet A electrical outlet is supplied for use with implement. (1) Accessory electrical outlet (15A) (1) Accessory electrical outlet for rear work light (35W)

  • Page 81: 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 or death: A Disengage PTO, stop engine, and allow all rotating components to come to a complete stop before connecting,...

  • Page 82: Pto Gear Shift Lever

    BPTO Gear Shift Lever BPTO Speed Limiter [if equipped] A Move the PTO gear shift lever (if equipped) to "540E" and then turn on the PTO clutch control switch, and the rev-limiter indicator lights up on the meter panel. To avoid personal injury or death: A If the PTO clutch control switch is turned on with the A Be sure to observe the PTO shaft speed engine rpm higher than the PTO 540E limit level, the...

  • Page 83: 1000 Rpm Pto Shaft

    A For maximum shaft speeds various B1000 rpm PTO Shaft implements, see the implement Operator's Manual. [if equipped] Engine speed rpm PTO speed rpm 540 rpm To avoid personal injury or death: 2035 PTO shaft A Be sure to observe the PTO shaft speed prescribed for the individual implements.

  • Page 84: Lcd Monitor Message

    BLCD Monitor Message BPTO Shaft Cover and Shaft Cap 1. The PTO rpm can be checked in the LCD monitor. Keep the PTO shaft cover in place at all times. Replace (See "LCD MONITOR" in "OPERATING THE the PTO shaft cap when the PTO is not in use. Before TRACTOR"...

  • Page 85: 3-Point Hitch & Drawbar

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

  • Page 86: 3-Point Hitch

    3-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 87: Lifting Rod (Left)

    3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR BLifting Rod (Right) 2. Attaching and detaching implements To avoid personal injury or death: A Do not extend lifting rod beyond the groove on To avoid personal injury or death: the thread rod. A Be sure to stop the engine. A Do not stand between tractor and implement 1.

  • Page 88: Top Link

    3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR BTop Link 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 or death: Chart"...

  • Page 89: Drawbar

    3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR DRAWBAR BSwing Drawbar The drawbar can be used in 3 different ways as illustrated below. Assemble it correctly with locating pins. To avoid personal injury or death: A Never pull from the top link, the rear axle or any point above the drawbar.

  • Page 90: 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. 3-POINT HITCH CONTROL SYSTEM (1) Position control lever (A) "FLOAT"...

  • Page 91: Mixed Control

    HYDRAULIC UNIT BMixed Control B3-point Hitch Lowering Speed In draft control, when draft decreases, the implement automatically lowers to increase draft. However, the implement sometimes lowers too much. To limit the degree, the implement can be lowered, set the position To avoid personal injury or death: control lever at the lowest working depth desired for the A Fast lowering speed may cause damage or...

  • Page 92: Remote Control Valve Lever

    HYDRAULIC UNIT Pressure BRemote Control Valve Lever Returning The remote control valve lever directs pressurized oil flow to the implement hydraulic system. Lever position [Example: Installing triple segment valves] Lever (1) Z (detent) Z (detent) Double acting valve with detents and self cancelling (standard) Port Double acting valve with float position...

  • Page 93: Remote Control Valve Coupler Connecting And Disconnecting

    4. Clean oil and dust from the coupler, then replace the BAdjusting the flow rate dust plugs. A Your local KUBOTA Dealer can supply parts to adapt To avoid the possibility of personal injury or death couplers to hydraulic hoses.

  • Page 94: Positions And Advantages Of The Flow Control Valve

    HYDRAULIC UNIT C Position 2 A Full adjustment of the valve will occur in approximately 1. The attachment control speed (hydraulic motor RPM, 1 1/2 revolutions of the flow control knob. Turning the for example) of the remote control valve (2) can be flow control knob beyond this point will have no affect maintained at a constant level.

  • Page 95: 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 96: 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. A Never operate tractor with a loose rim, wheel, A When optional different-diameter tires are fitted on the or axle.
  • Page 97 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST A The front tread width for the front loader application on 2WD models should not be greater than 1540 mm (60.6 in.). To avoid personal injury or death: A Before jacking up the tractor, park it on a firm and level ground and chock the rear wheels.

  • Page 98: Front Wheels (With 4-Wheel Drive)

    TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST BFront Wheels (with 4-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 99: 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 100: Ballast

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

  • Page 101: Rear Ballast

    The rear wheel weights can be attached to the rear wheel. of water] See your implement operator's manual for required number of weights or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer to use. A Do not fill tires with water or solution more than 75% of full capacity (to the valve stem level).

  • Page 102: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS Ref. Interval Items page Ref. Interval Items Air cleaner Replace 105 page every Primary element 1000Hr Engine oil Change initial Air cleaner Replace 105 50 Hr 1 year Secondary element Engine oil filter Replace 89 Exhaust manifold Check Engine start system Check...
  • Page 103 Replace 112 *1 Air cleaner should be cleaned more often in dusty conditions than in normal conditions. *2 Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. *3 Every 1000 hours or every 1 year, whichever comes first. *4 Every 2000 hours or every 2 years, whichever comes first.

  • Page 104: Maintenance Items Chart

    MAINTENANCE BMaintenance Items Chart C How to use the chart 1. The circles in this at-a-glance chart indicate the relevant points between the tractor’s hour meter readings and the service intervals. Following these circles and the maintenance item group (A through P), keep up your tractor. 2.

  • Page 105: Lubricants, Fuel And Coolant

    Front wheel hub [2WD] Knuckle shaft [2WD] 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 106 A Use DEF/AdBlue® meets ISO 22241 requirements ONLY for KUBOTA Engines equipped with SCR systems. C Transmission Oil: *KUBOTA Super UDT-2: For an enhanced ownership experience, we highly recommend Super UDT-2 to be used instead of standard hydraulic/transmission fluid. Super UDT-2 is a proprietary KUBOTA formulation that delivers superior performance and protection in all operating conditions.

  • Page 107: Periodic Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE A To close the hood, push the hood into position using both hands. To avoid personal injury or death: 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 108: Daily Check

    PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK A Be careful not to let the fuel tank become empty, otherwise air will enter the fuel system, necessitating For your own safety and maximum service life of the bleeding before next engine start. machine, make a thorough daily inspection before A If the engine runs out of fuel and stalls, the engine operating the machine to start the engine.

  • Page 109: Checking Water Separator

    DEF/AdBlue® tank, do not attempt to start the engine and contact your local (1) Red float (A) "ON" KUBOTA dealer as soon as possible. (2) Fuel shutoff-valve (B) "OFF" A Check the DEF/AdBlue ® gauge regularly to avoid (3) Air plug (C) "FUEL"...

  • Page 110: Checking Engine Oil Level

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Engine Oil Level BChecking Transmission Fluid Level 1. Park the machine on a flat surface, lower the implement and shut off engine. 2. To check the oil level, draw out the dipstick, wipe it To avoid personal injury or death: clean, replace it, and draw it out again.

  • Page 111: Checking Coolant Level

    A If the radiator cap has to be removed, follow the (1) "RESET" button caution above and securely retighten the cap. (2) Dust indicator A Use clean, fresh soft water and anti-freeze to fill the (3) Red signal radiator. A If coolant should leak, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 112: Cleaning Grill, Radiator Screen, Oil Cooler And Battery Mount

    PERIODIC SERVICE BCleaning Grill, Radiator Screen, Oil Cooler BChecking DPF/SCR Muffler and Battery Mount To avoid personal injury or death: A Before checking or cleaning the DPF/SCR To avoid personal injury or death: muffler, stop the engine and wait long enough A Be sure to stop the engine before removing the until it is cooled down.

  • Page 113: Checking Head Light, Turn Signal / Hazard Light Etc

    With a new machine, be sure to do the servicing, as 7. The engine must not crank. discussed below, after the first 50 operating hours. 8. If it cranks, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. BChanging Engine Oil C Test: Switch for the PTO clutch control switch or (See "Changing Engine Oil"...

  • Page 114: Checking Wheel Bolt Torque

    (2) Disengage the PTO clutch control switch or lever. (3) If the buzzer does not sound, shut off the engine and consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for immediate servicing of the PTO OPC. 7. If the PTO OPC is operating properly, shut off the engine, and reconnect the implement drive shaft to the PTO.

  • Page 115: Checking Tie-Rod Dust Cover

    BLubricating Grease Fittings 1. Check to see that dust covers are not damaged. Apply a small amount of multipurpose grease to the 2. If dust covers are damaged, consult local KUBOTA following points every 100 hours: Dealer for this service.
  • Page 116 PERIODIC SERVICE (1) Grease fitting (Front axle support) (1) Grease fitting (Top link) (2) Grease fitting (Top link bracket) (3) Grease fitting (Lifting rod) (1) Grease fitting (Front axle support) (1) Grease fitting (Hydraulic lift cylinders pin) (1) Grease fitting (Front axle gear case support) [RH, LH] (1) Battery terminals...

  • Page 117: Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element

    PERIODIC SERVICE BCleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element BAdjusting Fan Belt Tension 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 To avoid personal injury or death: element.

  • Page 118: Adjusting Brake Pedal

    Confirm the tractor (tractor unit only) can surely be parked on the slope of about 15 degrees (Slope that rises by 2.7 meters every 10 meters). If the tractor moves, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. Always engage the parking brake before dismounting the tractor.

  • Page 119: 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 120: Every 200 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 200 HOURS BAdjusting Toe-in Proper toe-in 2 to 8 mm (0.08 to 0.31 in.) 1 to 5 mm (0.04 to 0.2 in.) 1. Park tractor on a flat place. 2. Turn steering wheel so front wheels are in the straight ahead position.

  • Page 121: Draining Fuel Tank Water

    PERIODIC SERVICE C Adjusting procedures 1. Detach the snap ring. BDraining Fuel Tank Water 2. Loosen the tie-rod nut. Loosen the drain plug at the bottom of the fuel tank to let 3. Turn the tie-rod joint to adjust the rod length until the sediments, impurities and water out of the tank.

  • Page 122: Every 400 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 400 HOURS A If the water separator and/or fuel filter is not well maintained, the supply pump and injector may be BCleaning Water Separator damaged earlier than expected. This job should not be done in the field, but in a clean place.

  • Page 123: Replacing Engine Oil Filter

    (1) Engine oil filter (2) Dipstick A To prevent serious damage to the engine, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter. BReplacing Fuel Filter 1. Remove the fuel filter. 2. Put a film of clean fuel on rubber seal of new filter.

  • Page 124: Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter

    9. Make sure that the transmission fluid doesn't leak pass the seal on the filter. A To prevent serious damage to the hydraulic system, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter.

  • Page 125: Checking Power Steering Line

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Power Steering Line 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, replace or repair them at once. (1) Power steering pressure hoses BChecking Radiator Hose and Clamp Check to see if radiator hoses are properly fixed every 500 hours of operation.

  • Page 126: Checking Fuel Line

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

  • Page 127: 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. (1) Hose (See "LUBRICANTS"...

  • Page 128: Changing Front Differential Case Oil

    5. After filling reinstall the filling plug and check plug. Oil capacity 6 L (6.3 U.S.qts.) (1) Drain plug (2) Filling plug BAdjusting Engine Valve Clearance Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. (1) Drain plug (2) Filling plug (3) Check plug...

  • Page 129: Every 1000 Hours Or 1 Year

    2. Fit a new oil separator element. 3. Tighten the cover. BChecking Exhaust Manifold Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. EVERY 1500 HOURS BChecking Fuel Injection Nozzle (Injection Pressure) Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service.

  • Page 130: Checking And Cleaning Egr Cooler

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking and Cleaning EGR Cooler Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. EVERY 2000 HOURS or 2 YEARS Be sure to do the following servicing once every 2000 hours or biennially, whichever comes first. BFlushing Cooling System and Changing...

  • Page 131: Anti-Freeze

    Call your adversely affecting the engine parts. local Poison Control Center or your local 7. Kubota's genuine long-life coolant has a service life of emergency number for further assistance. 2 years. Be sure to change the coolant every 2000 A When antifreeze comes in contact with the skin hours or every 2 years whichever comes faster.

  • Page 132: Checking Def/Adblue® Injector

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 9000 HOURS BChecking DEF/AdBlue® injector BReplacing DEF/AdBlue® Tank Filter Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. EVERY 1 YEAR BReplacing DEF/AdBlue® Pump Filter 1. Loosen 4 bolts and remove pump cover.

  • Page 133: Replacing Power Steering Hose

    PERIODIC SERVICE 2. Disconnect the heater connector. BReplacing Power Steering Hose Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. BReplacing Lift Cylinder Hose Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. BReplacing Master Cylinder Kit Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service.

  • Page 134: Bleeding Brake System

    7. If air still remains and the engine stops, repeat the above steps. 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.

  • Page 135: Replacing Slow-Blow Fuses

    PERIODIC SERVICE BReplacing Slow-Blow Fuses The slow-blow fuses are intended to protect the electrical cabling. If any of them has blown out, be sure to pinpoint the cause. Never use any substitute, use only a KUBOTA genuine part. Fuse Capacity...

  • Page 136: Replacing Light Bulb

    To avoid personal injury: [Bolt fixed slow-blow fuse:] A Be careful not to drop the bulb, hit anything Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. against the lamp, apply excess force, and get the lamp scratched. If broken, glass may cause injury.

  • Page 137: Storage

    STORAGE STORAGE A When washing the tractor, be sure to stop the engine. Allow sufficient time for the engine to cool before To avoid personal injury or death: washing. A Do not clean the machine while the engine is A Cover the tractor after the muffler and the engine have running.

  • Page 138: Engine 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 139 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 140: Power Train Trouble Shooting

    If an error code appears, immediately contact your local KUBOTA Dealer for repairs. (1) Master system warning indicator...

  • Page 141: Options

    OPTIONS OPTIONS Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details. A Under Muffler Kit A Engine Block Heater For extremely cold weather starting A Front end weights For front ballast A Rear Wheel Weights For rear ballast A Rear Cast Iron Disk A Creep Speed Kit A 80"...

  • Page 142: Appendices

    118 APPENDICES APPENDICES INDEX EGR Cooler Hose ........108 EGR Pipe............. 108 1000 rpm PTO Shaft ........59 EGR System ..........107 3-point Hitch Lowering Speed ......67 Electrical Outlet ..........56 Adjustment of Foldable ROPS .......33 Engine Filter ..........89 Air Cleaner Primary Element......93 Engine Oil ............
  • Page 143 APPENDICES Hydraulic-Shuttle Shift Lever......39 Rear Ballast ........... 77 Immediately Stop the Engine if:......41 Rear Wheels ..........75 Inflation Pressure ...........72 Refueling ............84 Intake Air Heater ..........107 Remote Control Valve ........67 Intake Air Line ..........102 Remote Control Valve Coupler Intake Air Line ..........108 Connecting and Disconnecting ......
  • Page 144 M5L-111 LOW PROFILE TRACTOR...
  • Page 145 FOREWORD Thank you very much for choosing the low profile 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 low profile 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 146 CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION .................... SPECIFICATIONS....................... 1 SPECIFICATION TABLE ..................1 TRAVELING SPEEDS ..................... 3 OPERATING THE TRACTOR ..................4 OPERATING RETRACTABLE ROPS..............4 To Retract the ROPS......................4 To Extend the ROPS to Upright Position................5 SEAT........................6 Operator's Seat......................... 6 WARNING LAMP .....................

  • Page 148: Safe Operation

    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 149 SAFE OPERATION 7. If the tractor is equipped with a retractable ROPS it 3. Do not start engine by shorting across starter may be temporarily lowered only when absolutely terminals or bypassing the safety start switch. necessary for areas with height constraints. Machine may start in gear and move if normal starting (There is no operator protection provided by the ROPS circuitry is bypassed.
  • Page 150 SAFE OPERATION 12. Do not stand between tractor and implement or trailed C Driving the tractor on the road vehicle unless parking brake is applied. 1. Lock the 2 brake pedals together to help assure C Safety for children straight-line stops. Uneven braking at road speeds Tragedy can occur if the operator is not alert to the could cause the tractor to tip over.
  • Page 151 SAFE OPERATION 10. Avoid sudden motions of the steering wheel as they 15. Set the implement lowering speed lever in the "LOCK" can lead to a dangerous loss of stability. The risk is position to hold the implement in the raised position. especially great when the tractor is traveling at road speeds.
  • Page 152 SAFE OPERATION 2. Keep the PTO shaft cover in place at all times. 4. Use [UP-DOWN] switch or lever only on farm fields. Replace the PTO shaft cap when the shaft is not in For all other application, use hydraulic lever to move use.
  • Page 153 SAFE OPERATION 9. To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit, 15. Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure has sufficient always disconnect the battery's ground cable (-) first force to penetrate skin, causing serious personal and reconnect it last. injury. Before disconnecting hydraulic lines, be sure to release all residual pressure.
  • Page 154 SAFE OPERATION 19. During Diesel Particulate Filter (hereinafter called DPF) regenerating operations, exhaust gases and exhaust filter components reach temperatures hot enough to burn people, or ignite or melt common materials. 20. Keep the tractor away from people, animals or structures which may be susceptible to harm or damage from hot exhaust gases.
  • Page 155 SAFE OPERATION 7. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...
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  • Page 158 SAFE OPERATION...
  • Page 159 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 160: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE M5L-111 Model Model V3800-TIEF4 Direct Injection, Water-cooled 4 Cycle Diesel, Type Common Rail System, Turbocharger, Intercooler Number of cylinders Total displacement cm (cu.in.) 3769 (230) Bore and stroke mm (in.) 100 x 120 (3.9 x 4.7)
  • Page 161 SPECIFICATIONS M5L-111 Model Front tires 9.5-20 Standard tire size Rear tires 16.9-24 Clutch Multiple wet disks Traveling system Steering Hydraulic Power Steering Braking system Hydraulic wet disks Differential Bevel gears with differential lock (Rear) Hydraulic control system Position, draft (top link sensing) & mix control L (U.S.gals.) /...

  • Page 162: Traveling Speeds

    SPECIFICATIONS TRAVELING SPEEDS (At rated engine rpm) M5L-111 Model F12 / R12 model Tire size (Rear) 16.9-24 Shuttle Range gear Main gear km/h shift lever shift lever shift lever 0.31 0.19 0.42 0.26 CREEP 0.54 0.34 (option) 0.70 0.44 0.86 0.54...

  • Page 163: Operating The Tractor

    A Before proceeding to lower ROPS, check for possible interference with installed implements and attachments. If interference occurs, contact your KUBOTA Dealer. BTo Retract the ROPS 1. Remove both set bolts. (1) ROPS 3. Align set bolt holes and insert both set bolts. Slightly tighten the set bolts and secure them with the lynch pins.
  • Page 164 OPERATING THE TRACTOR 3. Align set bolt holes and insert both set bolts. Slightly tighten the set bolts and secure them with the lynch BTo Extend the ROPS to Upright Position pins. 1. Remove both lynch pins and set bolts supporting an upper frame.

  • Page 165: Seat

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR SEAT WARNING LAMP BOperator's Seat BRear Turn Signal / Hazard Light If necessary, raise and turn the light stay to the inward for the work. Return the light stay to the original position when traveling To avoid personal injury or death: on a road.

  • Page 166: Remote Hydraulic Control System

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM BRemote Control Valve Lever The hydraulic auxiliary control valves can be installed up The remote control valve lever directs pressurized oil flow to triple segments. to the implement hydraulic system. [Example: Installing triple segment valves] BRemote Control Valve Double acting valve with detents and self There are 2 types of remote valves available for these...

  • Page 167: Front Loader

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR FRONT LOADER Pressure Returning avoid personal injury death from Lever position Lever (1) malfunction of the front loader: Z (detent) Z (detent) A Refer to this manual and install the hose guide when the front loader is attached. Port B WITH THE FRONT LOADER IN USE: 1.

  • Page 168: Tires, Wheels And Ballast

    A Do not use tires other than those approved by To avoid personal injury or death: KUBOTA. A When working on slopes or when working with trailer, set the wheel tread as wide as practical for maximum stability.
  • Page 169 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST BFront Wheels (with 4 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 170: 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 171 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST 6. Change the position of the fender (right and left) to the desired position, and tighten the bolts (A), (B), (D) and BAdjusting Fender Height nuts (C), (E). Adjust the height of the fender according to the size of the [Tightening torque] tire.

  • Page 172: Ballast

    TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST BALLAST Tire size Fender position 16.9-24 Lower position 18.4-26 Upper position To avoid personal injury or death: A Additional ballast will needed transporting heavy implements. When the implement is raised, drive slowly over rough ground, regardless of how much ballast is used.

  • Page 173: Periodic Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK A Be sure to use Ultra Low Sulfur Fuel (S15). For your own safety and maximum service life of the A Do not permit dirt or trash to get into the fuel system. machine, make a thorough daily inspection before A Be careful not to let the fuel tank become empty, operating the machine to start the engine.

  • Page 174: Every 3000 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 3000 HOURS BReplacing DEF/AdBlue® Pump Filter 1. Loosen 10 bolts and remove pump cover. 2. Clean up around the plug and remove the plug. 3. Loosen the top of filter assembly and remove it from pump. 4. Replace the filter assembly with new one. (1) Pump cover (2) Bolt (1) Filter assembly...

  • Page 175: Options

    OPTIONS OPTIONS Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details. A Engine Block Heater For extremely cold weather starting A Front end weights For front ballast A Rear Wheel Weights For rear ballast A Creep Speed Kit A Grille guard...

  • Page 176: Index

    APPENDICES APPENDICES INDEX 3-point Hitch Lowering Speed ......6 DEF/AdBlue® Pump Filter ......15 Dual Tires ............9 Extend the ROPS to Upright Position....5 Fender Height..........12 Front Wheels (4 wheel drive) ......10 Inflation Pressure ..........9 Operator's Seat ..........6 Rear Turn Signal / Hazard Light.......6 Rear Wheels...........11 Refueling ............14 Remote Control Valve ........7...

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