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Kioti DK90 Owner's Manual

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FOREWORD
Congratulations, and welcome to the fabulous world of DK90 ownership, where serious work is made fun
again!
This versatile tractor is a culmination of the entire tractor and diesel knowledge gained by the Daedong Indus-
trial Co.,LTD since 1947. It has been designed with the finest materials and under rigid quality control standards
set forth by the KIOTI Engineering Department.
Knowledge of tractor operation is essential for dependable service and reliability. To help new owner's familiar-
ize themselves with the KIOTI DK90, it is the policy of KIOTI tractor to provide an owner's manual which
includes helpful information about tractor safety, operation and maintenance. If the information you seek is not
found in this manual, your KIOTI tractor dealer will be happy to help you.
Please feel free to contact KIOTI with your questions/concerns.

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  • Page 1 Knowledge of tractor operation is essential for dependable service and reliability. To help new owner's familiar- ize themselves with the KIOTI DK90, it is the policy of KIOTI tractor to provide an owner's manual which includes helpful information about tractor safety, operation and maintenance. If the information you seek is not found in this manual, your KIOTI tractor dealer will be happy to help you.
  • Page 2 SAFETY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNING This manual includes information titled as WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT and NOTE. These titles indicate the following: ! ! ! ! ! This indicates a situation that could result in harm, serious in- jury or death to you or other persons if the warning is not heeded. Follow the advice provided with the warning.
  • Page 3 ABBREVIATION LIST ABBREVIATIONS DEFINITIONS Four Wheel Drive American Petroleum Institute ASAE American Society of Agricultural Engineers, USA ASTM American Society of Testing and Materials, USA Feet Per Minute Hi-Lo High Speed-Low Speed Hydrostatic Transmission Meters Per Second P.T.O Power Take Off RH/LH Right-hand and Left-hand sides are determined by facing in the direction of forward travel ROPS...
  • Page 4 UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS Various universal symbols have been used on the instruments and controls of your KIOTI tractor. Below is a list of the universal symbols and their meanings. Fuel-level Headlight-low beam Preheat Engine coolant-temperature Headlight-high beam QT lamp Parking brake...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..........SERVICING OF TRACTOR ......... SPECIFICATIONS ............DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM ....SECTION OPERATION ..............MAINTENANCE ............. STORAGE ............... TROUBLESHOOTING ..........INDEX ................
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR ....1-2 OPERATING THE TRACTOR ........1-5 DRIVING THE TRACTOR ........... 1-8 PARKING THE TRACTOR .......... 1-9 OPERATING THE P.T.O ........... 1-10 USING 3-POINT HITCH ..........1-10 SERVICING THE TRACTOR ........1-11 TRACTOR SAFETY LABELS ........1-14...

  • Page 7: Before Operating The Tractor

    DK90 BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR A careful operator is the best operator. Most accidents can be avoided by ob- serving certain precautions. To help pre- vent accidents, use these safety precautions, and pay attention to the job at hand. If you can prevent an accident, your time will have been well spent.
  • Page 8 This will help to 18. No alterations should be made to prevent accidental slips trips and your KIOTI tractor without first con- falls. sulting your KIOTI dealer. 15. Be sure to scrape off mud or soil from your shoes before mounting the tractor.
  • Page 9 DK90 20. For your safety ROPS with a seat belt is recommended for most applications. NOTE Always use seat belt when the trac- tor is equipped with a ROPS and CAB. All tractors in U.S. must have CAB or ROPS.

  • Page 10: Operating The Tractor

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OPERATING THE TRACTOR S43O108A S43O109A S43O110A 1. Avoid accidental contact with gear 2. Do not park your tractor on a steep 3. Do not operate your tractor in an en- shift levers while the engine is incline, and remember to shut off the closed building without the proper running.
  • Page 11 DK90 S43O111A S43O112A S43O113A (1) Drawbar 4. Make sure that all pressure lines are 6. If the front end of the tractor rises 7. Always use the proper ballast weight tight before starting the tractor. up when using heavy implement,...
  • Page 12 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 9. Do not leave equipment in the raised position when the vehicle is stopped or unattended. 10. When using implements or attach- ments with your tractor you should first read their respective owner's manual. Always keep safe opera- tion procedures in mind.

  • Page 13: Driving The Tractor

    DK90 DRIVING THE TRACTOR S43O116A S43O117A S43O118A (1) Brake Pedal (L) (2) Brake Pedal (R) (1) SMV Emblem (3) Brake Pedal Lock 1. Lock the brake pedals together when 2. Always slow the tractor before 3. Make sure that the Slow Moving Ve- traveling at road speeds.

  • Page 14: Parking The Tractor

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PARKING THE TRACTOR 4. Observe all local traffic and safety rules. 5. If using headlights, dim them when meeting another vehicle. 6. Drive at speeds that allow you to maintain control at all times. 7. Do not apply the differential lock while traveling at road speeds.

  • Page 15: Operating The P.t.o

    DK90 OPERATING THE P.T.O USING 3-POINT HITCH S43O120A S43O121A S43O122A (1) P.T.O Shaft Cover (1) 3-Point Hitch Lowering Speed Knob (2) P.T.O Shaft Cap (A) "SLOW" (B) "FAST" 1. Make sure the tractor is completely 3. Before installing or using P.T.O 1.

  • Page 16: Servicing The Tractor

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SERVICING THE TRACTOR S43O123A S43O124A S43O125A When servicing your tractor park on a 2. Allow the tractor time to cool off be- 6. Do not remove the radiator cap while flat level surface, set the parking brake, fore servicing any part that may have the coolant is hot.
  • Page 17 DK90 S43O126A S43O127A S43O128A (1) Cardboard (3) Magnifying Glass (2) Hydraulic Line 12.Always ensure that wheel bolts have 7. When working with your tractor's 9. Tire mounting should be done by been tightened to the specified electrical components always dis- qualified professionals, with the torque.
  • Page 18 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS S43O129A S43O130A 14. Fluid escaping from pinholes may 15. Keep environmental pollution in be invisible. Never use hands to mind. When replacing coolant or oil, search for suspected leaks; dispose of it the right way. Use a piece of cardboard or wood, 16.

  • Page 19: Tractor Safety Labels

    DK90 TRACTOR SAFETY LABELS S43O131A...
  • Page 20 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...
  • Page 21 DK90...
  • Page 22 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...
  • Page 23 DK90...

  • Page 24: Servicing Of Tractor

    SERVICING OF TRACTOR SERVICING ..............2-2...
  • Page 25 Transmission Serial No. However, when in need of parts or ma- left side of the engine crankcase. The jor service, be sure to see your KIOTI transmission serial number is located dealer. For service, contact the KIOTI on the left side of the transmission...
  • Page 26 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS ............3-2 TRAVELING SPEED ............ 3-5 IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS ........3-7...

  • Page 27: Specifications

    DK90 SPECIFICATIONS DK90 MODEL Engine Power Gross HP(kW)/rpm 90 (67.1)/2200 Model 1104C-44T Type Direct injection, vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel turbo engine Number of Cylinder Bore and stroke 4.13 x 5.00 (105 x 127) in.(mm) Total displacement cu.in.(cc) 268.5 (4,400) Rated revolution...
  • Page 28 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL DK90 Overall length (without 3p&front weight) in.(mm) 145.1 (3,685) Overall length (with 3p&front weight) 178.7 (4,540) in.(mm) Overall width (minimum tread) in.(mm) 78.1 (1,985) Overall height (Top of ROPS) in.(mm) Overall height (Top of CAB) in.(mm) 110.0 (2,795) Wheel base in.(mm)
  • Page 29 DK90 MODEL DK90 Position, Draft and Mixed control Hydraulic lift control system Main pump : 12.3 U.S gal./min(46.5 /min) Pump Capacity Power steering pump : 9.8 U.S gal./min (37.1 /min) Three point hitch Category II lbs(kg) Maximum lifting capacity 5,921(2,400) Option(Aux.
  • Page 30 SPECIFICATIONS TRAVELING SPEED * At rated engine speed with Std. tires. [FORWARD] mile/h(km/h) Operating the lever Model Main Range Main DK90 0.14 (0.23) 0.21 (0.33) Creep(C) 0.28 (0.45) 0.35 (0.56) 1.15 (1.85) 1.65 (2.66) Low(L) Forward 2.21 (3.56) 2.78 (4.47) 3.45 (5.53)
  • Page 31 DK90 mile/h(km/h) [REVERSE] Operating the lever Model Main Range Main DK90 0.13 (0.21) 0.19 (0.30) Creep(C) 0.25 (0.40) 0.31 (0.50) 1.03 (1.65) 1.47 (2.37) Low(L) Reverse 1.97 (3.17) 2.47 (3.98) 3.06 (4.92) 4.39 (7.07) Middle(M) 5.88 (9.46) 7.38 (11.88) 7.51 (12.08) 10.79 (17.37)
  • Page 32 KIOTI and which exceed the maximum specifications listed below, or which are otherwise unfit for use with this KIOTI tractor may result in malfunctions or failures to the tractor, damage to other property and injury to the operator or others.
  • Page 33 96in(2438mm) maximum or rated for 80 PTO HP w/FWA Note : This is a sample of attachments commonly used. Before purchasing or using any attachment on a KIOTI product, please review the specifications to determine if it is a compatible product. Damages or failures due to improper use of compatibility issue will not be covered by warranty.

  • Page 34: Description Of Operating System

    DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM EXTERIOR VIEW ............4-2 SWITCHES ..............4-3 INSTRUMENTS PANEL ..........4-6 OPERATING THE CONTROLS ........ 4-11 DESCRIPTION OF CAB OPERATING SYSTEM ..4-20 HEATER AND AIR-CONDITIONER ......4-26...

  • Page 35: Exterior View

    DK90 EXTERIOR VIEW S43O401A (11) Lift Rod (1) Working Lamp (6) Side Cover(Engine Shield) (12 ) Lower Link (2) Wiper (7) Step (13) Swing Draw Bar (3) Rear View Mirror (8) Hood (14) External Position Control Lever (4) Muffler (9) Head Lamp...

  • Page 36: Switches

    DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM SWITCHES (1) Panel (2) Horn Switch (3) Turn Signal Switch/Head Light Switch (4) Hazard Lamp Switch (5) Hour Meter (6) PTO Auto/Manual Switch (7) Key Switch S43O402A...
  • Page 37 DK90 KEY SWITCH TURN SIGNAL/ HEAD LIGHT SWITCH right and the starter will start to rotate and the engine should start. Release the key switch and it will return to the ON position. A key position for stopping the engine.
  • Page 38 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM PTO CHANGE SWITCH HAZARD LAMP SWITCH (MANUAL/AUTO) S43O406A S43O429A (1) Hazard Lamp Switch (1) PTO Change Switch (A) Hazard Lights ON (B) Hazard Lights OFF When the hazard lamp switch is pushed Shift the PTO Switch to OFF position to the on position, the hazard lamps prior to starting the engine.

  • Page 39: Instruments Panel

    DK90 INSTRUMENT PANEL (1) Air Filter Warning Lamp (2) Battery Charge Warning Lamp (3) Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp (4) High Beam Indicator (5) Glow Plug Indicator (6) Engine Speedmeter (7) PTO ON Indicator (8) Parking Brake Indicator (9) 4WD Operation Indicator...
  • Page 40 ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION This indicates the time as the rated If the gauge reaches the red revolution number of the engine. zone, immediately turn off the engine and have it inspected at your local KIOTI service facility or dealer.
  • Page 41 On while the engine runs. the specified range, immediately have If malfunction occurs, immedi- it inspected at your local KIOTI service ately have it inspected at your facility or dealer. local KIOTI service facility or...
  • Page 42 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM AIR FILTER WARNING LAMP HEAD LIGHT HIGH BEAM GLOW PLUG INDICATOR LAMP S43O415A S43O416A S43O417A This lamp illuminates when the air fil- This lamp is On when the head light This lamp indicates preheat cycle is ter is clogged by dust etc.
  • Page 43 If the parking brake is released If the indicator illuminates, PTO and the light remains on, have clutch is engaged, if the indica- it inspected at your local KIOTI tor is Off, PTO clutch is service facility or dealer. disengaged. When the PTO in-...

  • Page 44: Operating The Controls

    DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM OPERATING THE CONTROLS (1) Shuttle Shift Lever (2) PTO Speed Lever (3) Range Shift Lever (4) Parking Brake (5) Main Shift Lever (6) Throttle Control Lever (7) Joy-stick Lever (8) Position Control Lever (9) Draft Control Lever (10) PTO Switch (ON/OFF) (11) Double Acting Lever (A, B) (12) Double Acting Lever (C, D)
  • Page 45 DK90 MAIN SHIFT LEVER RANGE SHIFT LEVER SHUTTLE SHIFT LEVER S43O423A S43O424A S43O425A There are 4 speeds available in each Rapid shifting between forward/reverse ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION range, (1) being lowest to (4) highest can shorten the life of and/or damage To change the shift levers, com- on the main shift lever.
  • Page 46 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM PTO SWITCH(ON/OFF) PTO CHANGE LEVER PTO SELECTION LEVER S43O426A S43O427A S43O428A (1) PTO switch (1) PTO Change Lever (1) PTO Selection Lever (A) Independent PTO (B) Ground Speed PTO Shift the PTO switch to OFF position You can select independent PTO op- Shift prior to starting the engine.
  • Page 47 DK90 CLUTCH PEDAL INDEPENDENT PTO IMPORTANT The independent PTO mode is used for The clutch pedal must be quick- normal PTO operations. It operates con- ly disengaged and be slowly en- tinuously at a constant speed, indepen- gaged. dent of the transmission speed Never operate the tractor with selections.
  • Page 48 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM BRAKE PEDAL(RIGHT AND TILTING STEERING LEVER LEFT) 3.When operating the tractor on roads, always be sure to interlock the left and the right brake pedals. Do not forget to observe this precaution, stepping on only one brake while op- erating on roads can cause an acci- dent resulting in personal injury or death.
  • Page 49 DK90 PARKING BRAKE LEVER FOOT THROTTLE HAND THROTTLE LEVER S43O433A S43O434A S43O435A (1) Parking Brake Lever (1) Foot Throttle (1) Hand Throttle Lever (A) Pull (B) Push Decrease Increase When the parking brake is pulled up- The foot throttle is interlocked with the...
  • Page 50 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL SEAT ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION When using the differential lock, decrease the engine RPM. When the pedal is depressed, the differential is engaged, and when the pedal is released, the differential is disengaged. S43O436A S43O437A (1) Differential Lock Pedal...
  • Page 51 DK90 POSITION/DRAFT CONTROL LEVERS SEATBACK RECLINING ADJUST- POSITION CONTROL MENT The position control lever maintains a To adjust the seatback reclining angle, setting depth during work. After setting lean forward and pull the lever upwards. the handling position of the lever, fix it Adjust the seatback angle then release with a mounting bolt.
  • Page 52 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM JOYSTICK LEVER 1. Connect 2 male couplers coming attachment set to the lift starting from the loader bucket cylinder to the position. During mixed control, because port E & F couplers in front of the the lift unit is operated with draft control, tractor cabin.

  • Page 53: Description Of Cab Operating System

    DK90 DESCRIPTION OF CAB OPERATING SYSTEM INTERNAL ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM S43O448A (1) Air Grill (6) Air Inlet (11) Wiper Operating Switch (Front) (2) Speaker (7) Ashtray (12) Wiper Operating Switch (Rear) (3) Heater/Air conditioner Switch (8) Cigar Light (13) Sunvisor (4) CD Player...
  • Page 54 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM EXTERNAL FEATURES OF REAR WINDOW ENTRANCE THE CAB S43O449A S43O450A S43O451A (1) Working Lamp(Front/Rear) (3) Wiper (1) Handle Of Rear Window (1) Button (2) Handle (2) Rear View Mirror (2) Button 1. The cap is designed for comfort and If you lightly push rear window while Pressing the button of the handle will convenience.
  • Page 55 DK90 WORKING LIGHT (FRONT/ WIPER REAR) S43O452A S43O453A S43O454A (1) Side Windows (1) Working Light Switch(Front) (1) Wiper Operating Switch (Front) (2) Working Light Switch(Rear) (2) Wiper Operating Switch (Rear) (3) Working Light(Front/Rear) (3) Wiper Front When operating the tractor with the To turn on, position the switch marked 1.
  • Page 56 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM CD PLAYER ! ! ! ! ! WARNING You may use general tap water as the washing fluid. But it is better to use the washer fluid for automobile possible. Automobil windshield washer fluid must be used in cold cli- mate to prevent freezing.
  • Page 57 DK90 INDOOR LAMP SUNROOF ACCESSORIES S43O457A S43O458A S43O459A (1) Indoor Lamp (1) Sunroof (1) Cigar Light (2) Ashtray (3) Hanger If you press the lens , the indoor lamp 1. You can use it, to let the fresh air in 1.
  • Page 58 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM SUNVISOR HEATED REAR WINDOW S43O460A S43O421A (1) Sunvisor (1) Heated Rear Window Sunvisor is used to screen direct If the switch is pressed, heated rear sunlight. Prior to driving, read the cau- window will be operated for about 15 tion in the back of the sunvisor.

  • Page 59: Heater And Air-Conditioner

    DK90 HEATER AND AIR-CONDITIONER OPERATING METHODS EXTRIOR S43O462A S43O4461A POWER SWITCH (1) Defrost switch (7) Vent switch It is used to operate or stop the heater/ (2) Bi-level switch (8) A/C switch air-conditioning system as well to sup- (3) Temp. down switch (9) Blower down switch ply the power.
  • Page 60 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM S43O463A S43O464A S43O465A FRESH SWITCH RECIRCULATION SWITCH VENT SWITCH It can change the recirculation mode It can change the air intake mode into If this switch is pressed, air comes out into the air intake mode. Press the air the recirculation mode.
  • Page 61 DK90 S43O466A S43O467A S43O468A BI-LEVEL SWITCH DEFROST SWITCH A/C SWITCH If this switch is pressed,air comes out If this switch is pressed, air comes out To operate the air-conditioner, press from 4 positions of the front and 4 po- from 4 grilles of the front. Also it is ef- this switch.
  • Page 62 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM S43O469A S43O470A TEMPERATURE CONTROL BLOWER UP CONTROL The temperature control raises or lower It can adjust 4 steps of fan speed. the air temperture.
  • Page 63 DK90 SYSTEM CONFIGULATION S43O471A (1) Mode actuator-1 (4) Temperature actuator (A) Defost outlet (2) Indoor/outdoor air actuator (5) Water valve actuator (B) Vent outlet (3) Mode actuator-2 (C) Air inlet...
  • Page 64 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATING SYSTEM SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUCTION ERROR MODE DISPLAY DIAGNOSTIC METHOD ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION If there is problem in the heater/air- 1. If there’ s faulty parts, the corre- A/C uses new refrigerant HFC- conditioner, inspect it as below self-di- sponding indicator is flashed twice 134a.
  • Page 65 A/C REFRIGERANT INSPECTION If the refrigerant is insufficient, A/C per- formance becomes inefficient. Also overcharging has a bad effect on the system. If malfunction is detected, have it serviced at a local KIOTI dealer. A/C REFRIGERANT CAPACITY Classification New refrigerant Compressor oil...
  • Page 66 OPERATION PRE-OPERATION CHECK ......... 5-2 OPERATING NEW TRACTOR ........5-3 OPERATING THE ENGINE ......... 5-4 OPERATING THE TRACTOR ........5-9 HYDRAULIC UNIT ............. 5-18 3 POINT HITCH ............5-23 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST ......5-26...

  • Page 67: Pre-Operation Check

    DK90 PRE-OPERATION DAILY CHECK CHECK ITEM It is a good practice to know the con- Walk around inspection. dition of your tractor before you start Check the engine oil level it. You should do routine check before Check the transmission oil level each use.

  • Page 68: Operating New Tractor

    OPERATION OPERATING NEW TRACTOR CHANGING LUBRICATING OIL FOR NEW TRACTORS How a new tractor is handled and main- In handling a new tractor, the following Special attention should be given to tained determines the life of the tractor. new tractors lubrication oil. New parts precautions should be observed.

  • Page 69: Operating The Engine

    DK90 OPERATING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE ! ! ! ! ! WARNING Carefully read and understand the instructions in “Safe Opera- tion” chapter in the owner's manual and warning and warn- ing plates attached to the tractor. Avoid engine starting in con- cealed space as much as possible.
  • Page 70 OPERATION S43O503A S43O504A S43O505A (1) Position Control Lever (1) Hand Accelerator Lever (2) Adjustable Stop Decrease Increase 4. Place the PTO change lever in the 5. Lower the attachment by pushing the 5. Pull the hand accelerator lever to neutral position(N). position control lever toward.
  • Page 71 If it is not started within 10 seconds, stop and wait Please contact your local KIOTI 30 seconds, and then repeat the dealer for these directions. same operation. If it will not start 11.
  • Page 72 OPERATION WARMING UP Warm up the engine at between 1,100 ! ! ! ! ! IMPORTANT CAUTION and 1,300 rated rpm according to the To avoid personal injury: Remove the key whenever you table below: During warm up of the engine be leave the tractor.
  • Page 73 DK90 JUMP STARTING 3. Put on safety goggles and rubber ! ! ! ! ! WARNING gloves. This tractor has a 12 volt nega- 4. Attach the red clamp to the positive tive ground starting system. terminal of the dead battery and at-...

  • Page 74: Operating The Tractor

    OPERATION OPERATING THE TRACTOR WEARING THE SEAT BELT S43O507A S43O535A S43O508A (1) Seat (2) Seat Reclining Lever (1) Seat Belt (1) Brake Pedal (LH) (2) Brake Pedal (RH) (3) Seat Adjusting Lever(Front & Rear) (3) Brake Lock ! ! ! ! ! WARNING (4) Seat Control Handle(Cushion Load) Always wear the seat belt when...
  • Page 75 DK90 S43O509A S43O510A S43O511A (1) Position Control Lever (1) Parking Brake Lever (1) Hand Accelerator Lever (A) Push (B) Release Decrease Increase 4. Pull the position control lever back- 5. Increase slowly the engine RPM from 7. Release the parking brake.
  • Page 76 OPERATION 8. Change the main and Hi-Lo shift, and ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION forward and reverse lever shuttle le- ver to the position you want. When driving on the steep 9. The tractor starts to move if you take slope, loading and unloading away the clutch pedal slowly.
  • Page 77 DK90 STOPPING THE TRACTOR PARKING PARKING BRAKE LEVER IMPORTANT When you park and stop the tractor, you should pull the park- ing brake to fix it. Make sure all gear's and ranges are in low when parking the tractor. The shuttle should be in forward.
  • Page 78 OPERATION HOW TO TURN HOW TO DRIVE ON A SLOPE When parking or stopping the tractor, You should turn slowly by lowering the 1. Please drive according to the condi- secure it by applying the brake pedal. engine rotation if possible. tions of the slope at safe speed so that the engine is not under heavy load if possible.
  • Page 79 DK90 THE CAUTIONS WHEN COMING PRECAUTIONS WHILE DRIV- IN AND OUT OF PAVED ROAD ING ON THE ROAD S43O536A S43O515A S43O516A (1) Direction Indicator (rear) (1) Brake Pedal(LH) (2) Brake Pedal(RH) (3) Brake Pedal Lock (A) Whenever Traveling On The Road 1.
  • Page 80 OPERATION LOADING INTO AND UNLOAD- ING OUT OF THE TRUCK 1. When you load the tractor, do it by ! ! ! ! ! WARNING driving backward. When you are driving on the 2. If the engine stalls out halfway, step road, observe all local traffic and on the brake pedal at once, and then safety regulations.
  • Page 81 DK90 CAUTIONS WHILE DEALING THE CAUTIONS ON DEALING THE POWER STEERING OF THE IMPLEMENT 1. Power steering is only possible while 3. If you turn the steering wheel to the 1. When you remove and attach the the engine is running. If the engine...
  • Page 82 OPERATION THE CAUTIONS WHEN AT- TACHING AN IMPLEMENT working on the slope, you should ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION make the breadth of the tractor wider A plate describing how to attach (breadth of left and right tire). the implement is placed on the 7.

  • Page 83: Hydraulic Unit

    Unless corrected, the unit will be damaged. Contact your KIOTI Dealer for adjustment.
  • Page 84 OPERATION [3-POINT HITCH CONTROL SYSTEM] POSITION CONTROL DRAFT CONTROL 4. If the draft force is higher than the resistance of the attachment, the at- tachment will be lifted up. If it is lower than the resistance of the attachment, the attachment will be restored to its original state.
  • Page 85 DK90 REMOTE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DEALING OF SINGLE-DOUBLE MIXED CONTROL HYDRAULIC LOWING SPEED KNOB ACTING VALVE (IF EQUIPPED) S43O521A S43O522A (1) Ground Surface (2) Soft Soil (1) Hydraulic lowering speed knob (3) Implement Penetration Limit (A) ( ) Slow (B) (...
  • Page 86 OPERATION HOW TO CONNECT THE COUPLER OPERATION OF DOUBLE ACTING ! ! ! ! ! WARNING LEVER 1. Clean up female coupler and male To avoid personal injury: coupler of the tractor by removing When not using the P.T.O, please dust and foreign particles and wip- cover it after applying grease on ing moisture.
  • Page 87 DK90 EXTERNAL POSITION CON- TROL LEVER 1,2 Remote control valve lever ! ! ! ! ! WARNING Pressure Returning When leaving the driver's seat to Lever 1 Push Pull attach or detach implements: Shift the transmission into Port neutral. Set the parking brake.

  • Page 88: Point Hitch

    OPERATION 3 POINT HITCH ATTACHING DEVICES FOR AN IMPLE-MENT (FOR GENERAL IMPLEMENT) ADJUSTMENT OF LIFT ROD S43O526A (1) Lift rod 1. Move the lift rod to adjust the posi- tion of the attachment evenly. 2. After adjustment, fix it with the stopper.
  • Page 89 DK90 ADJUSTMENT OF STABILIZER WHEN IMPLEMENT IS NOT AT- ! ! ! ! ! WARNING TACHED Stop the engine and lower the at- 1. Fix lower link (LH. RH) not to touch tachment on the ground prior to with wheels when implement is not disconnecting the lift rod from attached.
  • Page 90 OPERATION DRAFT HITCH P.T.O SHAFT COVER S43O528A S43O529A (1) Draft Hitch Use the draft hitch only for the attach- ! ! ! ! ! WARNING ment equipped to the tractor. When P.T.O shaft is not used, ! ! ! ! ! WARNING cover it securely after applying grease.

  • Page 91: Tires, Wheels And Ballast

    DK90 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST INFLATION PRESSURE Though the tire pressure is factory-set ! ! ! ! ! WARNING to the prescribed level, it naturally Do not use tires larger than speci- drops slowly in the course of time. fied.
  • Page 92 OPERATION TREAD S43O531A (1) Bolt (2) Rim Bolt (3) Disc When working the fields where plants IMPORTANT are in rows, it is necessary to change Follow same checking procedure the wheel tread so that the tires would when tractor is first used. not pass over the plants.
  • Page 93 DK90 FRONT WHEELS REAR WHEELS IMPORTANT Always attach tires as shown in the upper drawings. If not attached as illustrated, transmission parts may be damaged. After changing wheel, nuts should be torque to 17 ~ 19 kgf·m (166.7 ~ 186.3 N·m, 123.0 ~ 137.4 lbf·ft).
  • Page 94 Add weight to front end if needed for WHEEL BOLTS Model Tread (A) stability. Heavy pulling and heavy rear Model Torque 60.1 in DK90 mounted implements tend to lift front (1,534 mm) 202.5~235.1lbf·ft wheels. Add enough ballast to main- tain steering control and prevent tip DK90 (274.6~318.7N.m) IMPORTANT over.
  • Page 95 DK90 SELECT REAR BALLAST CAREFULLY Add weight to rear wheels if needed to improve traction or for stability. Amount of rear ballast should be matched to job and ballast should be removed when it is not needed. Rear wheel weights are available or liquid may be added to the tires.
  • Page 96 MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS ..........6-2 LUBRICANTS .............. 6-4 INITIAL 50 HOURS ............ 6-10 EVERY 50 HOURS ............. 6-14 EVERY 100 HOURS ..........6-16 EVERY 200 HOURS ........... 6-20 EVERY 250 HOURS ........... 6-24 EVERY 300 HOURS ..........6-24 EVERY 400 HOURS ........... 6-24 EVERY 500 HOURS ...........

  • Page 97: Service Intervals

    DK90 SERVICE INTERVAL SERVICE INTERVALS RUN HOUR RUN AGE REFERENCE PERIOD SINCE THEN PAGE 100 200 250 300 600 1000 1year 2years Engine oil Every250Hr 6-10 Change Every250Hr 6-11 Engine oil filter Replace Every200Hr 6-11 Hydraulic oil filter Replace 6-12...
  • Page 98 MAINTENANCE RUN HOUR RUN AGE REFERENCE PERIOD SINCE THEN PAGE 400 500 1000 1year 2years Water/moisture in the fuel Every50Hr 6-15 Drain Brake oil Chang Every500Hr 6-25 Check Every100Hr 6-17 Fuel line Replace Every2years 6-28 Check Every200Hr 6-20 Intake air line Replace Every2years 6-28...

  • Page 99: Lubricants

    DK90 LUBRICANTS To prevent serious equipment damage, use only genuine KIOTI fluids, oils and greases, or equivalents. Capacity ( U.S.gal. / ) Section Lubricants DK90 33.0 (125) Fuel Smokeless diesel 4.89 (18.5) Coolant An antifreezing solution + Pure water (50:50) Engine crankcase 2.38 (9.0)
  • Page 100 MAINTENANCE HOW TO DISCONNECT THE WALK AROUND INSPECTION SIDE COVER AND HOOD When the under side of the side cover For your own safety and maximum ser- is pulled outward, rocker "A" fixed at vice life of the machine, make a thor- the upper side is lifted.
  • Page 101 DK90 CHECKING AND REFUELING Model Fuel tank capacity IMPORTANT Do not permit dirt or trash to get DK90 33.0 U.S.gal. (125 ) into the fuel system. Be careful not to let the fuel tank ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION...
  • Page 102 MAINTENANCE CHECKING TRANSMISSION CHECKING ENGINE OIL FLUID LEVEL LEVEL ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION To avoid personal injury: Be sure to stop the engine be- fore checking the oil level. 1. Park the machine on a flat surface. 2. Check engine oil before starting the engine or 5 minutes or more after the engine has stopped.
  • Page 103 If water should leak, consult your 2. Lift out the radiator screen and re- ing the cap completely. local KIOTI Dealer. move all the foreign material.
  • Page 104 MAINTENANCE CHECKING BRAKE AND CHECKING BRAKE OIL CLUTCH PEDALS 1. The brake and clutch pedals should IMPORTANT be inspected for free travel, and Grill and screen must be clean smooth operation. from debris to prevent engine 2. You should adjust these pedals if an from overheating and to allow incorrect measurement is found.

  • Page 105: Initial 50 Hours

    DK90 INITIAL 50 HOURS CHECKING GAUGES, METER CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND EASY CHECKER 1. Inspect the instrument panel for bro- ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION ken gauge(s), meter(s) and Easy To avoid personal injury: Checker lamps. Be sure to stop the engine be- 2.
  • Page 106 To prevent serious damage to the To avoid personal injury: 5. After running the engine for about 5 engine, use only a KIOTI genu- Be sure to stop the engine before minutes, check if it is normal through ine filter.
  • Page 107 To prevent serious damage to (A) Oil Level is Acceptable Within This Range the hydraulic system, use only a KIOTI genuine filter. It is located to the left of the tractor. 1. Be sure to move a drain pan under the filter.
  • Page 108 (3) Drain plug (A) Oil Level is Acceptable Within This Range (2) Oil Level Check Plug 3. Fill with new KIOTI TF65 fluid up to the upper line of the gauge. 1. To drain the used oil, remove the (See "LUBRICANTS" in Mainte-...

  • Page 109: Every 50 Hours

    DK90 EVERY 50 HOURS ADJUSTING CLUTCH PEDAL LUBRICATING GREASE FITTINGS You should apply a small amount of multi-purpose grease to the following points every 50 hours or as needed. If your tractor is operated in extremely wet, muddy, or dusty conditions you should lubricate the fittings more often.
  • Page 110 MAINTENANCE CHECKING WHEEL BOLT WATER/MOISTURE IN THE TORQUE FUEL ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION Operating the tractor with loose lug nuts may lead to wheel fail- ure or cause the operation to loose control and lead to per- sonal injury Check wheel bolts and nuts regularly especially when new.

  • Page 111: Every 100 Hours

    DK90 EVERY 100 HOURS ADJUSTING BRAKE PEDAL MAINTAINING AIR CLEANER PRIMARY ELEMENT 1. Look at page 6-18. 4. When cleaning the element, refer to the instructions that follow. 5. If the element is stained with carbon , dust or oil, replace the filter.
  • Page 112 MAINTENANCE CHECKING FUEL LINES/ FILTER Although checking the fuel pipe con- IMPORTANT nection is recommended every 100 The air cleaner uses a dry ele- service hours, it should be done every ment, never apply oil. 6 months if operation does not exceed 100 hours in 6 months.
  • Page 113 DK90 ADJUSTING FAN BELT TEN- ADJUSTING BRAKE PEDAL SION 1. Stop the engine and remove the key. 2. Apply moderate thumb pressure to the belt between pulleys. 3. If tension is incorrect, loosen the al- ternator mounting bolts and, using a...
  • Page 114 It will partially charge the bat- type of oil to use, consult your tery at a high rate and in a short time. local KIOTI dealer When using a boost-charged battery, it is necessary to recharge the bat- S43O628A tery as early as possible.

  • Page 115: Every 200 Hours

    DK90 EVERY 200 HOURS BATTERY CHARGING CHECKING INTAKE AIR LINE DIRECTION FOR STORAGE ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION 1. When storing the tractor for a long To avoid personal injury: period, remove the battery from When the battery is activated, hy-...

  • Page 116: Troubleshooting

    MAINTENANCE CHECKING RADIATOR HOSE POWER STEERING LINE AND CLAMP It is a good practice to replace the ra- diator hoses every two years. PRECAUTION AT OVERHEATING Take the following actions in the event the coolant temperature reaches the boiling point, what called "Overheating".
  • Page 117 DK90 ADJUSTING TOE-IN ADJUSTING AIR CONDI- TIONER BELT TENSION S43O632A S43O633A S43O634A (A) Wheel - to - wheel distance at rear (1) Tie Rod (2) Lock Nut (1) Adjusting Bolt (B) Wheel - to - wheel distance at front (A) Belt Tension (B) To Tighten 1.
  • Page 118 MAINTENANCE CLEANING AIR FILTER REPLACING HYDRAULIC OIL CLEANING AIR CONDITIONER FILTER COOLER 1. Look at page 6-11. S43O646A S43O636A (1) Bolt (2) Filter (1) Butterfly Bolt (2) Condenser 1. After loosening bolts from the left ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION and right side of the cabin roof and Make sure to stop engine when...

  • Page 119: Every 250 Hours

    DK90 EVERY 250 HOURS EVERY 300 HOURS FUEL FILTER ELEMENT RE- CHANGE ENGINE OIL CHANGING TRANSMISSION PLACEMENT FLUID 1. Look at page 6-10. 1. Look at page 6-12. REPLACING ENGINE OIL EVERY 400 HOURS FILTER CHANGING FRONT AXLE 1. Look at page 6-11.

  • Page 120: Every 500 Hours

    EVERY 600 HOURS CHANGING BRAKE OIL ADJUSTING FRONT AXLE PIVOT 5. Open air plug. Turn over pump until Consult your local KIOTI DEALER for air is purged from system. this service. 6. After bleeding air, return plug to closed position.

  • Page 121: Every 1000 Hours

    EVERY 1000 HOURS EVERY 2 YEARS FLUSH COOLING SYSTEM ADJUSTING ENGINE VALVE AND CHANGING COOLANT CLEARANCE Consult your local KIOTI DEALER for this service. EVERY 1 YEAR REPLACING AIR CLEANER ELEMENT (See "Cleaning Air Cleaner Element" in every 100 hours maintenance.)
  • Page 122 MAINTENANCE ANTI-FREEZE 1. Stop the engine and let it cool. If water freezes, it can damage the NOTE engine and radiator. It is necessary, if 2. To drain the coolant, open the ra- When the coolant level drops due the outside temperature falls below 0°C diator drain plug and remove radia- to evaporation, add water only.

  • Page 123: Service As Required

    After bleeding the system, run the engine for 2 minutes at low idle REPLACING INTAKE AIR LINE Consult your local KIOTI Dealer for this If equiped with DELPHI DP210 fuel in- service. jection pump, when the ignition key is turned to "RUN" position and operated for 3 minutes, air is automatically purged.
  • Page 124 MAINTENANCE REPLACING FUSE If equiped with BOSH VE and VP30 fuel injection pumps, air cannot be automati- cally eliminated. 1. Loosen the injection nozzle cover adjusting screw and remove the in- jection nozzle cover. 2. Turn the ignition key to RUN position for 3 minutes and then turn the key back to OFF position.
  • Page 125 Detach the lens and replace the bulb. result in serious damage to the tractor electrical system. Refer to the troubleshooting section of Capacity Light this manual or your local Kioti Head light 12V 55/60W Dealer for specific information Turn Signal light (front) 12V 21W S43O644A dealing with electrical problems.
  • Page 126 MAINTENANCE CHECKING REFRIGERANT 1. Operate air conditioner at; - Engine rpm : approx 1500 rpm - Temperature control lever : at Max A/C - Blower control switch : high - Air conditioner switch : ON 2. Open hood and check the receiver window.
  • Page 127 STORAGE STORAGE ..............7-2 REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE ..7-3...
  • Page 128 DK90 STORAGE If you intend to store your tractor for an ! ! ! ! ! CAUTION extended period of time, follow the pro- To avoid personal injury: cedures outlined below. These proce- Do not clean the machine with dures will insure that the tractor is ready engine running.
  • Page 129 STORAGE REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE 10. Store the tractor indoors in a dry 1. Check the tire air pressure and in- area that is protected from sunlight flate the tires if they are low. and excessive heat. If the tractor 2.
  • Page 130 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING........8-2 TRACTOR TROUBLESHOOTING ......8-4 BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING ......8-5...
  • Page 131 DK90 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING MAJOR PROBLEM AND POSSIBLE CAUSES In case of engine problems, use the following charts to determine possible causes. POSSIBLE CAUSES PROBLEMS CHECKS BY THE USER CHECKS BY THE WORK PERSONNEL The starter motor turns the engine too slowly 1,2,3,4 The engine does not start.
  • Page 132 TROUBLESHOOTING LIST OF POSSIBLE CAUSES 1. Battery capacity low. 24. Low oil level. broken. 2..Bad or corroded electrical connections. 25. Defective gauge. 45. Valve stems and/or guides are worn. 3. Faulty starter motor. 26. Dirty lubricating oil filter element. 46. Crankshaft bearings are worn or 4.
  • Page 133 DK90 TRACTOR TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN TRACTOR DOES NOT MOVE WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING Cause Countermeasures Speed change lever is at neutral - Check speed change lever. Parking brake is working - Release the parking brake. WHEN 3 POINT HITCH DOES NOT MOVE...
  • Page 134 TROUBLESHOOTING BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING Condition of Battery Cause Countermeasures Cause Starter does not function - Key is not “ON” - Turn key “ O N ” - Battery is over-used until light - Charge for long period by ordinary - Do not overuse the battery and becomes dim.

  • Page 135: Index

    INDEX...
  • Page 136 DK90 NUMBERICAL BATTERY CHARGING LAMP ..........4-8 BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING .......... 8-5 3 POINT HITCH ..............5-23 BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR ........ 1-2 4WD LAMP ................4-8 BRAKE PEDAL(RIGHT AND LEFT) ........4-15 ACCESSORIES ..............4-24 CAUTIONS WHILE DEALING THE POWER STEERING ... 5-16 ADJUSTING AIR CONDITIONER BELT TENSION .....
  • Page 137 INDEX CHECKING GAUGES, METER AND EASY CHECKER ..6-10 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING ..........8-2 CHECKING HEAD LIGHT, HAZARD LIGHT ETC....6-10 ENTRANCE ................ 4-21 CHECKING INTAKE AIR LINE ........... 6-20 EVERY 1 YEAR ..............6-26 CHECKING RADIATOR HOSE AND CLAMP ....6-21 EVERY 100 HOURS ............
  • Page 138 DK90 GLOW PLUG INDICATOR ............ 4-9 KEY SWITCH ................ 4-4 HAND THROTTLE LEVER ..........4-16 LOADING INTO AND UNLOADING OUT OF THE TRUCK 5-15 HAZARD LAMP SWITCH ............. 4-5 LUBRICANTS ............... 6-4 HEAD LIGHT HIGH BEAM LAMP ......... 4-9 LUBRICATING GREASE FITTINGS ........6-14 HEATED REAR WINDOW ..........

  • Page 139: Specifications

    INDEX PARKING BRAKE WARNING LAMP ........4-10 REPLACING HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER ......6-23 PARKING THE TRACTOR ............ 1-9 REPLACING INTAKE AIR LINE .......... 6-28 POSITION/DRAFT CONTROL LEVERS ......4-18 REPLACING LIGHT BULB ..........6-30 POWER STEERING LINE ..........6-21 REPLACING POWER STEERING HOSE ......6-28 PRECAUTIONS WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD .....

  • Page 140: Traveling Speed

    DK90 SYSTEM CONFIGULATION ..........4-30 THE CAUTIONS ON DEALING OF THE IMPLEMENT ..5-16 THE CAUTIONS WHEN ATTACHING AN IMPLEMENT ..5-17 THE CAUTIONS WHEN COMING IN AND OUT OF PAVED ROAD ....5-14 TILTING STEERING LEVER ..........4-15 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST ........5-26 TRACTOR SAFETY LABELS ..........

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