Every 200 Service Hours; Checking Fan Belt Tension; Checking Radiator Hoses And Clamps - Kubota u25 Operator's Manual

44 REGULAR CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE WORK

EVERY 200 SERVICE HOURS

Do all 50 hour servicing at the same time.
BChecking Fan Belt Tension
C Check and adjustment of the fan belt tension
To avoid personal injury:
A First stop the engine and remove the key.
A After servicing, make sure to replace the belt
cover in its original position.
1. Press the fan belt down in the middle, with a force of
approx. 7 kg (15 lbs). The belt tension is correct if it
deflects about 7 mm (0.28 in.). If otherwise, loosen bolt
(1) and (2) and shift the alternator (3) in the direction
shown by the arrow.
2. Replace the fan belt if worn out, cracked or torn.
(1) Bolt
(2) Bolt
(3) Alternator
A If the engine is run with a loose fan belt, the belt could
slip and cause overheating of the engine or insufficient
battery charging. Check fan belt tension regularly.
A Should the fan belt break or jump off, the indicator light
for battery charge will light up. Stop the engine and
remove the key immediately.
(A) about 7 mm (0.28 in.)
(B) approx. 7 kg (15 lbs.)
BChecking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
To avoid personal injury:
A Wait long enough for the radiator coolant to
cool down.
Check the water hoses for proper connection. This check
should be carried out every 200 hours or every 6 months,
whichever comes first.
1. Should the hose clamps become loose or water leaks,
tighten the hose clamps properly.
2. Should the radiator hoses become swollen, aged or
cracked, they must be replaced and the hose clamps
tightened again properly.
(1) Radiator hoses (2) Hose clamps