Kubota BX23S Operator's Manual page 15

5. USING 3-POINT HITCH
1. Use the 3-point hitch only with equipment designed for
3-point hitch usage.
2. When using a 3-point hitch mounted implement, be
sure to install the proper counterbalance weight on the
front of the tractor.
3. When transporting on the road, set the implement
lowering speed knob in the "LOCK" position to hold the
implement in the raised position.
(1) 3-point hitch lowering speed knob
4. To avoid injury from separation:
Do not extend lift rod beyond the groove on the
threaded rod.
(1) Groove
6. SERVICING THE TRACTOR
Before servicing the tractor, park it on a firm, flat and level
surface, set the parking brake, lower all implements to the
ground, place the gear shift lever in neutral, stop the
engine and remove the key.
1. Allow the tractor time to cool off before working on or
2. Do not remove radiator cap while coolant is hot. When
3. Always stop the engine before refueling. Avoid spills
4. Do not smoke when working around battery or when
5. Before "jump starting" a dead battery, read and follow
(A) "FAST"
(B) "SLOW"
6. Keep first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy at all
(C) "LOCK"
7. Disconnect the battery's ground cable before working
8. To avoid the possibility of battery explosion, do not use
9. To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit,
(1) Battery
SAFE OPERATION
near the engine, muffler, radiator, etc.
cool, slowly rotate cap to the first stop and allow
sufficient time for excess pressure to escape before
removing the cap completely. If the tractor has a
coolant recovery tank, add coolant or water to the tank,
not the radiator. (See "Checking Coolant Level" in
"DAILY CHECK" in "PERIODIC SERVICE OF THE
TRACTOR" section.)
and overfilling.
refueling. Keep all sparks and flames away from
battery and fuel tank. The battery presents an
explosive hazard, because it gives off hydrogen and
oxygen especially when recharging.
all of the instructions. (See "JUMP STARTING" in
"OPERATING THE ENGINE" section.)
times.
on or near electric components.
or charge the refillable type battery if the fluid level is
below the LOWER (lower limit level) mark. Check the
fluid level regularly and add distilled water as required
so that the fluid level is between the UPPER and
LOWER levels.
always disconnect the battery's ground cable (-) first
and reconnect it last.
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