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Snow Blowers
AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584
37871
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Read the Operator's Manual entirely. When you see this symbol,
!
the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow
without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it!
Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied
with standard unit.
For an Operator's Manual and Decal Kit in French
Language, please see your Kubota dealer.
370-478MK
Operator's Manual
Printed 7/31/17

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  • Page 1 Your life and the lives of others depend on it! Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. For an Operator’s Manual and Decal Kit in French Language, please see your Kubota dealer. Printed 7/31/17...
  • Page 2: Machine Identification

    Machine Identification Record your machine details in the log below. If you replace this manual, be sure to transfer this information to the new manual. If you, or the dealer, have added Options not originally ordered with the machine, or removed Options that were originally ordered, the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine.
  • Page 3 Copyright 2017 All rights Reserved Kubota provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Kubota assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Kubota reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit.
  • Page 4 Download the appropriate App on your Parts Manual QR Locator on smart phone, open the App, point your this page for detailed phone on the QR code and take a picture. instructions. AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 7/31/17...
  • Page 5: Safety At All Times

     Important Safety Information Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Safety at All Times Look For The Safety Alert Symbol Careful operation is you best The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a insurance against an accident.
  • Page 6  Do not work under any hydraulic  Replace parts on this attachment above recommended pressures supported equipment. It can settle, with genuine Kubota parts only. Do shown in the Operator’s Manual. suddenly leak down, or be lowered not alter this attachment in a way ...
  • Page 7 Use Seat Belt and ROPS signals are recommended Keep Riders Off whenever driving on public roads. Machinery  Kubota recommends the use of a CAB or roll-over-protective-  Never carry riders or use the structures (ROPS) and seat belt machinery to lift or transport in almost all power machines.
  • Page 8: Safety Labels

    Peel backing from label and press label firmly onto the all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from your surface. nearest Kubota dealer. To find your nearest dealer, visit our dealer locator at www.landpride.com. Squeeze out air bubbles with edge of a credit card or with a similar type of straight edge.
  • Page 9 Table of Contents 818-858C Warning: To Prevent Serious Injury or Death 37872 35598 818-634C Danger: Rotating Auger 37872 2-Places 858-148C Warning: Pinch Point Hazard 37872 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 10: Using This Manual

    Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe Further Assistance and efficient operation. Your Kubota dealer wants you to be satisfied with your • The information contained within this manual was new machine. After having carefully read these current at the time of printing.
  • Page 11: Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up

    (#6) as shown. Secure bent pin with hairpin cotter (#5). 37872 3. Repeat steps 1 & 2 for the back, right side of the Snow Blower. Lift Points Figure 1-1 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 12 6. Verify stop bolts (#8A & #8B) are left of rotational stop (#6) as shown. Tighten hex bolts (#7) to the correct torque. SBL2574 & SBL2584 Rotational Stop Bar Set-up Figure 1-6 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 10/07/16...
  • Page 13: Spout Deflector, Hydraulic Cylinder

    5. Screw 1/4" x 55" long hydraulic hose (#4) to elbow (#2A) until tight. 6. Tighten elbows (#2A & #2B) to hydraulic cylinder (#1) until tight. Hydraulic Cylinder Assembly For Spout Deflector Figure 1-9 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 14: Quick Coupler Set-Up

    Refer to Figure 1-11 NOTE: Flat face couplers (#11 & #12) and adapters (#13) are optional. They can be purchased from your local Kubota dealer. See “Flat Face Couplers” on page 15 for detailed information and Kubota’s part number. 37874 3.
  • Page 15: Section 2: Equipment Hook-Up & Unhook

    8. Set loader arms to float. Top Angle Bars Bottom slots 35599 Hook-up to Snow Blower Figure 2-1 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 16: Hydraulic Hose Hook-Up

    Snow Blower solenoids (#1 & #2) but connect differently to the skid steer or tractor. See NOTE: If attaching to a Kubota skid steer, route “Electrical Control Harness (Optional)” on page 16 for hydraulic hoses through Kubota’s SVL or SSV Hose a detailed descriptions.
  • Page 17: Check Equipment Clearances

    (#3W) at solenoid (#1). watching for interferences between skid steer/tractor and Snow Blower frame. 6. Raise skid steer/tractor loader arms fully up and repeat steps 4-5 above. 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 18: Unhooking The Snow Blower

    4. Disconnect solenoid wire harness (#4) from the front the equipment. of the loader arm. Do not disconnect harness from the solenoids. Top Angle Bars Bottom slots 35599 Hook-up to Snow Blower Figure 2-5 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 10/07/16...
  • Page 19: Section 3: Options

    Snow Blower’s case drain line. Included with this package are three 35808 cable ties for supporting the case drain line along its path Case Drain Coupler to the tank/sump. Figure 3-3 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 20 Section 3: Options Electrical Control Harness (Optional) Kubota offers three electrical control harness. If not purchased with the Snow Blower, one may be purchased from your nearest Kubota dealer. Additional instructions are provided on the page noted in the list below.
  • Page 21 37389 • 10 amp Fuse (#8): Fuse (#8) is supplied by customer. Kubota Power Connection (Located Behind Drive Seat) Install 10 amp fuse (#8) in Kubota’s fuse box slot #17 Figure 3-6 labeled “Electrical Outlet-2”. Refer to Figure 3-5: •...
  • Page 22: Initial Preparations

    Connect to Power 37390 Refer to Figure 3-5 on page 17 & Figure 3-9: 4. Plug opposite end of power cord (#1) to Kubota’s 2-pin Deutsch plug “A” located behind driver’s seat. 5. Make sure power cord (#1) is placed in an out-of-the-way area to prevent operator entanglement with the cord.
  • Page 23 Refer to “Hydraulic Hose Hook-up” in the attachment Operator’s Manual for detailed instructions. 2. Connect 8'-11” long solenoid harness (#4) to wire harness (#3). 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 24: Outer Skid Shoes

    Inner skid shoes are mounted behind the Snow Blower and are adjustable vertically by pulling a bent pin and moving the skid shoes up or down. 370-440K SKID SHOE BUNDLE 37222 Inner Skid Shoes Figure 3-15 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 10/07/16...
  • Page 25: Section 4: Adjustments

    2. Push on “Tilt Up/Down” toggle switch to tilt deflector spout up and pull toggle switch to tilt deflector spout down. 3. Resume snow blowing once new angle is set. 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 26: Outer Skid Shoe Adjustment

    Secure carriage bolts (#3) with hex flange lock hairpin cotter (#2). nuts (#4). 6. Repeat steps 3-5 for the right-hand side. 6. Tighten hex flange lock nuts (#4) to the correct torque. Repeat steps 3-6 for the left-hand side. AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 10/07/16...
  • Page 27: Auger Speed

    Snow Blower. 8. Repeat steps 1-7 if attaching Snow Blower to a different skid steer. 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 28: Operating Checklist

    Steer Shutdown and Storage” on page 1 before leaving the unless the tractor is equipped with a passenger seat for the operator’s seat. rider to sit in. Follow manufacturer's recommendations when using the passenger seat. Except for the passenger AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 10/07/16...
  • Page 29: Section 5: Operating Instructions

    Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery Do not use attachment to lift, carry, push or tow other surfaces. Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm equipment and objects. hold on handles. Walk, never run. 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 30 Complete Operating Checklist table provided above. attachment. Replace parts only with genuine Kubota parts. • 2. Inspect skid steer/tractor safety equipment. Make Do not exceed Snow Blower specifications for maximum sure it is in good working condition and that all safety hydraulic pressure rating and gallons per minute rating.
  • Page 31 8. This completes the operational safety checks. at a speed which does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping, and never exceed 20 mph with attached equipment. Some rough terrains require a slower speed. 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 32: Leveling The Snow Blower

    5. Repeat steps 1-4 if skid shoes are readjusted or if unfamiliar with the area, ask someone who can identify hydraulic cylinders on end of skid steer/tractor loader hidden obstructions so that you can mark them with a arms have been moved. AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 10/07/16...
  • Page 33 With a little practice you will be pleased with what you and thrown from the discharge chute. your Kubota Snow Blower can do. Whether you are done Set spout deflector angle. The angle will vary depending blowing snow, need to take a break, or just need to make...
  • Page 34: Section 6: Maintenance & Lubrication

    Kubota dealer. The parts on your Snow Blower have been specially designed and should only be replaced with genuine Kubota parts. Do not alter the Snow Blower in a way which will adversely affect its performance. Tractor/Skid Steer Maintenance One of the most important things you can do to prevent...
  • Page 35: Outer Skid Shoe Option

    Tighten lock nuts (#4) to the correct torque. 8. Repeat steps 4 to 7 above for left-hand skid shoe. 9. If skid shoes need readjusting, refer to “Outer Skid Shoe Adjustment” on page 22. 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 36: Long Term Storage

    3. 820-046C SBL2584: GRADER BLADE 1/2" x 6" x 83 1/2" 4. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to NOTE: When front edge of grader blade (#3) is worn prevent rust. Ask your Kubota dealer for touch-up excessively, it can be rotated 180 and reused to paint.
  • Page 37: Auger Flange Bearing

    Intervals in hours at which spray lube grease lube oil lube lubrication is required Legend Hours Auger Flange Bearing 2 - Zerks: Left Side Shown Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As needed 35610 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 38: Section 7: Specifications & Capacities

    Bolt-on, reversible, and replaceable full-length cutting edge Skid Shoes Bolt-on, adjustable & replaceable Chute Rotation 220 Degrees (Hydraulically driven sprocket) Spout Deflector Hydraulic operation Spout Deflector Cylinder Double acting 2" x 4" x1 1/2" rod 37880 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 10/07/16...
  • Page 39: Section 8: Features & Benefits

    They are adjustable and replaceable. Inner skid shoes secured with Supports cutting edge above paved, gravel, and rocky surfaces. a bent pin. Bent pin makes it easy to change skid shoe height and replace. 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 40: Section 9: Troubleshooting

    Repair or replace damaged auger. Impeller blades are bent or broken. Repair or replace damaged blades. Snow is left on the ground Skid shoes are set too low. Raise skid shoes up. AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 10/07/16...
  • Page 41: Section 10: Torque Values Chart

    = nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread pitch 1-1/2" - 12 1330 2970 2190 4820 3560 Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above. 10/07/16 AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK...
  • Page 42: Section 11: Warranty & Legal Disclaimer

    IMPORTANT: The Online Warranty Registration should be completed by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service. Model Number ____________________ Serial Number ____________________ AP-SBL2566, AP-SBL2574, & AP-SBL2584 Snow Blowers 370-478MK 10/07/16...
  • Page 43 Kubota used reasonable efforts to set forth and include accurate and up to date information in this publication. Kubota disclaims all representations and warranties, whether express or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability...
  • Page 44 1175 S. Guild Ave., Lodi, CA 95240 Telephone: (209) 334-9910 Central Division: 14855 FAA Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76155 Telephone: (817) 571-0900 Northern Division: 6300 at One Kubota Way, Groveport, OH 43125 Telephone: (614) 835-1100 Southeast Division: 1025 Northbrook Parkway, Suwanee, GA 30024 Telephone: (770) 995-8855...

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