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U.S.A.
: KUBOTA TRACTOR CORPORATION
1000 Kubota Drive, Grapevine, TX 76051
Telephone : 888-4KUBOTA
Canada
: KUBOTA CANADA LTD.
5900 14th Avenue, Markham, Ontario, L3S 4K4, Canada
Telephone : (905)294-7477
France
: KUBOTA EUROPE S.A.S
19-25, Rue Jules Vercruysse, Z.I. BP88, 95101 Arɡenteuil Cedex, France
Telephone : (33)1-3426-3434
Italy
: KUBOTA EUROPE S.A.S Italy Branch
Via Grandi, 29 20068 Peschiera Borrome (MI) Italy
Telephone : (39)02-51650377
Germany
: KUBOTA BAUMASCHINEN GmbH
Steinhauser str, 100, 66482 Zweibrucken Rheinlandpfalz Germany
Telephone : (49)6332-4870100
U.K.
: KUBOTA (U.K.) LTD.
Dormer Road, Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 3UN, U.K.
Telephone : (44)1844-214500
Australia
: KUBOTA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD.
25-29 Permas Way, Truɡanina, VIC 3029, Australia
Telephone : (61)-3-9394-4400
Malaysia
: KUBOTA MALAYSIA SDN. BHD.
No.3 Jalan Sepadu 25/123 Taman Perindustrian Axis,
Seksyen 25, 40400 Shah Alam, Selanɡor Darul Ehsan Malaysia
Telephone : (60)3-736-1388
Philippines : KUBOTA PHILIPPINES, INC.
232 Quirino Hiɡhway, Baesa, Quezon City 1106, Philippines
Telephone : (63)2-422-3500
Taiwan
: SHIN TAIWAN AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY CO., LTD.
16, Fenɡpinɡ 2nd Rd, Taliao Shianɡ Kaohsiunɡ 83107, Taiwan R.O.C.
Telephone : (886)7-702-2333
Thailand
: SIAM KUBOTA CORPORATION CO., LTD.
101/19-24 Moo 20, Navanakorn Industrial Estate, Tambon Khlonɡnuenɡ, Amphur Khlonɡluanɡ,
Pathumthani 12120, THAILAND
Telephone : (66)2-909-0300
Japan
: KUBOTA Corporation
Farm & Industrial Machinery International Operations Headquarters
2-47, Shikitsuhiɡashi 1-chome, Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Japan 556-8601
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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  • Page 1 1000 Kubota Drive, Grapevine, TX 76051 Telephone : 888-4KUBOTA Canada : KUBOTA CANADA LTD. 5900 14th Avenue, Markham, Ontario, L3S 4K4, Canada Telephone : (905)294-7477 WHEEL LOADER France : KUBOTA EUROPE S.A.S 19-25, Rue Jules Vercruysse, Z.I. BP88, 95101 Arɡenteuil Cedex, France Telephone : (33)1-3426-3434 Italy : KUBOTA EUROPE S.A.S Italy Branch Via Grandi, 29 20068 Peschiera Borrome (MI) Italy Telephone : (39)02-51650377 Germany : KUBOTA BAUMASCHINEN GmbH Steinhauser str, 100, 66482 Zweibrucken Rheinlandpfalz Germany MODEL R065 Telephone : (49)6332-4870100 U.K. : KUBOTA (U.K.) LTD. Dormer Road, Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 3UN, U.K. Telephone : (44)1844-214500 Australia : KUBOTA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD. 25-29 Permas Way, Truɡanina, VIC 3029, Australia Telephone : (61)-3-9394-4400 Malaysia : KUBOTA MALAYSIA SDN. BHD. No.3 Jalan Sepadu 25/123 Taman Perindustrian Axis, Seksyen 25, 40400 Shah Alam, Selanɡor Darul Ehsan Malaysia Telephone : (60)3-736-1388 Philippines : KUBOTA PHILIPPINES, INC. 232 Quirino Hiɡhway, Baesa, Quezon City 1106, Philippines Telephone : (63)2-422-3500 Taiwan : SHIN TAIWAN AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY CO., LTD.
  • Page 2 (German Institute for Standardization) European Standard FOPS Falling Objects Protective Structures Hydrostatic Transmission International Organization for Standaridization Japanese Industry Standard Militaly Standard ROPS Roll-Over Protective Structures Revolutions Per Minute Revolutions Per Second Society of Automotive Engineers, USA Slow Moving Vehicle R065 English (Australia)
  • Page 3 UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS As a guide to the operation of your machine, various universal symbols have been utilized on the instruments and controls. The symbols are shown below with an indication of their meaning. Safety Alert Symbol Read the Operating Instructions Engine Oil-Pressure Bucket Up Battery Charging Condition...
  • Page 4 FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA wheel loader. This wheel loader 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION .................... 1. BEFORE OPERATING THE WHEEL LOADER ..........1 2. ENSURE THE DURABILITY OF THE AXLE SUSPENSION....... 3 3. OPERATING THE MACHINE ................4 4. TRAVELING......................5 5. AFTER OPERATION ................... 6 6. SAFE LOADING AND TRANSPORT..............6 7.
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Interior Lamp........................22 Working Light Switch ...................... 22 Opening/Closing of CABIN Door ..................22 Opening/Closing of Side CABIN Window ............... 23 Emergency Hammer....................... 23 Sun visor......................... 23 AIR CONDITIONER ....................24 Airflow ..........................24 Air Control Vent ......................25 Control panel ........................
  • Page 7 CONTENTS Connecting and disconnecting the hydraulic hose ............43 HOW TO USE THE INCHING AND BRAKE PEDAL ..........43 Inching and Brake Pedal Operation................43 Using the Inching and Brake Pedal According to the Job..........44 TYPICAL JOBS USING A WHEEL LOADER ............45 Digging and Loading.......................
  • Page 8 CONTENTS Checking fan belt tension ....................68 Checking radiator hoses and clips.................. 68 Cleaning and checking air cleaner element..............69 Checking Fuel Line and Intake Air Line ................69 Checking wheel nuts....................... 69 Cleaning the filter element ....................69 Changing engine oil ......................70 Replacing the engine oil filter cartridge................
  • Page 9 CONTENTS SERVICE HOUR METER ..................89...

  • Page 11: Safe Operation

    Structure)/FOPS(Falling-Object Protective Structure) 9. Never operate the machine or any equipment while and a seat belt have been installed by KUBOTA. under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, or while Always use the seat belt when the machine is fatigued.
  • Page 12 SAFE OPERATION 13. Do not use the bucket or any other parts of the 16. Carry out the following procedure in order to lift the attachments to pull anything. machine. 14. Carry out the following procedure in order to change A Attach the steering frame lock.

  • Page 13: Ensure The Durability Of The Axle Suspension

    (1) and bolts (2) on the front and rear axle. Please contact your KUBOTA dealer. (1) Lugs (Both sides) A Use only a nylon sling or chain that is capable of holding the weight of the machine.

  • Page 14: Operating The Machine

    SAFE OPERATION 3. OPERATING THE MACHINE 19. Do not go up or down a 30 or steeper hill. Otherwise, the machine may skid sideways or turn on its side. 1. Get on and off safely when entering or leaving the If the ground is not level or is soft, limit the slope below operator’s cab.

  • Page 15: Traveling

    SAFE OPERATION 31. Do not allow children to operate the machine. 10. If there is the risk of the machine slipping excessively 32. Do not allow children to play around the machine. on frozen ground, install chains on the front wheels; for operation on snow, install chains on both front and rear 4.

  • Page 16: After Operation

    SAFE OPERATION 5. AFTER OPERATION 6. SAFE LOADING AND TRANSPORT 1. When getting off the machine, always stop the engine, 1. When loading or unloading the machine on or from a lower the bucket and attachment to the ground, truck or trailer, be sure to use strong ramps. Never use release the hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic system wet lumber, etc.

  • Page 17: Servicing The Machine Safely

    SAFE OPERATION 7. SERVICING THE MACHINE SAFELY 6. After loading the machine on the truck bed, do the following. 1. Before checking, adjusting or cleaning the machine A Check to see that the machine’s center of gravity parts, or leaving the machine, observe the following aligns with that of the truck bed.
  • Page 18 SAFE OPERATION 11. Always stop the engine before refueling. Keep away 12. A battery, especially when charging, will give off from sparks and naked flames, while refueling. Avoid hydrogen and oxygen gases that are very explosive. fuel spills and overfilling the fuel tank. Keep first aid kit Keep away from sparks and naked flames at all times.
  • Page 19 If the loader breaks down and must be towed, call your be sure that all connections are tight and that lines, nearest KUBOTA dealer. Proceed as follows in case of an pipes and hoses are not damaged. Fluid escaping emergency.
  • Page 20 21. If you have questions about the correct disposal or storage of refuse and toxic waste, contact your KUBOTA dealer or a local waste management contractor. 22. Do not open high-pressure fuel system. High-pressure fluid remaining in fuel lines can cause serious injury.
  • Page 21 SAFE OPERATION 25. To prevent fires, keep the muffler and its surroundings clear of anything flammable and keep clean at all times. 26. Fire prevention Wheel Loader some attachments have components that are at high temperatures under normal operating conditions. The primary source of high temperatures is the engine and exhaust system.

  • Page 22: Danger And Warning Labels

    SAFE OPERATION 8. DANGER AND WARNING LABELS...
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  • Page 27: Care Of Danger, Warning And Caution Labels

    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 a danger, warning and caution label affixed is replaced with new part, make sure a new label is attached in the same location as the replaced component.

  • Page 29: Servicing Of Wheel Loader

    SERVICING OF WHEEL LOADER SERVICING OF WHEEL LOADER Your KUBOTA dealer is always ready to help so that your wheel loader offers the best performance. After having carefully read these instructions, you will realize that much of the routine maintenance can be done by yourself.
  • Page 30 SERVICING OF WHEEL LOADER (1) Engine serial No.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE Model R065 Type Canopy *Operating weight 4280 4425 Bucket capacity 0.68 Manufacturer KUBOTA Model Water-cooled V2607-DI-E3-WL Horse power (SAE J1995) kW/rpm (HP/rpm) 36.5 / 2400 (48.9 / 2400) Horse power (ISO 9249, SAE J1349) kW/rpm (PS/rpm) 34.8 / 2400 (47.3 / 2400)

  • Page 32: Description Of Machine Parts

    DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE PARTS DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE PARTS DEPICTED CONTENTS (1) Lift arm (6) Bucket cylinder (11) Turn signal light / Clearance light (2) Bell crank (7) Lift cylinder (12) Working light (3) Bucket (8) ROPS/FOPS CANOPY (13) Fuel tank cap (4) Front wheel (9) ROPS/FOPS CABIN (14) Lift arm support...
  • Page 33 DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE PARTS DEPICTED CONTENTS (16) Towing pin (17) Rear combination light (Turn signal, Tail light, Brake light, Back light) (18) Rear working light (option) (19) Rotary beacon (option)

  • Page 34: Instrument Panel And Control Elements

    INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROL ELEMENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROL ELEMENTS B Switch DEPICTED CONTENTS (1) Horn switch (9) Direction switch (2) Turn signal switch (10) Speed control switch (down) (3) Hazard light switch (11) Speed control switch (up) (4) User setting switch (12) Neutral switch (5) Display selector switch (13) Starter switch...
  • Page 35 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROL ELEMENTS B Control Pedals and Levers DEPICTED CONTENTS (1) Steering wheel (2) Multi function operating lelver (control lever) (3) Control lever lock (4) Auxiliary port lever (5) Auxiliary port lever lock (6) Engine speed control knob (7) Inching and brake pedal (8) Accelerator pedal [Option]...
  • Page 36 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROL ELEMENTS B Instrument Panel DEPICTED CONTENTS (1) Glow plug indicator (12) Periodic check indicator (2) Battery charge indicator (13) Hazard / Turn signal indicator (3) Engine oil pressure warning indicator (14) Parking brake indicator (4) Clock setting request indicator (15) Differential lock indicator (5) Coolant temperature indicator (16) Headlight-high beam indicator...

  • Page 37: Checks Before Start

    CHECKS BEFORE START CHECKS BEFORE START DAILY CHECKS CHECKING THE SWITCHES In order to avoid damage, it is important to check the BParking Brake Switch condition of the machine before starting. The parking brake is to be used when parking the machine.

  • Page 38: Starter Switch

    CHECKS BEFORE START BStarter Switch BTurn Signal Switch A [STOP] Operate the turn signal switch to the right or left according The key can be inserted at the "STOP" position. to the direction in which the machine is to be turned. The A [RUN] corresponding turn signal will blink.

  • Page 39: Headlight Switch

    CHECKS BEFORE START BHeadlight Switch BHazard Lamp Switch Press the hazard lamp switch for the hazard lamps to blink. To avoid personal injury or death: A For night operation, keep all machine mounted lights operating. Check for burned out lights and replace immediately.

  • Page 40: Differential Lock Switch

    CHECKS BEFORE START BDifferential Lock Switch BDisplay Selector Switch Press the display selector switch. The electronic meter's LCD will change from one indication mode to the other. Change the 3-mode display according to your jobs. To avoid personal injury or death due to loss of steering control: A Do not lock/unlock the differential while the vehicle is working...
  • Page 41 CHECKS BEFORE START C Setting the clock [Setting the month] [Selecting the clock setting mode] 1. Press the user setting switch. 2. Select the clock setting mode by pressing the display selector switch and the clock setting request indicator " " on the instrument panel lights up. Press user setting switch and the numeric setting will be smaller.

  • Page 42: Battery Charge Indicator

    CHECKS BEFORE START [Setting the hour] BBattery Charge Indicator This warning indicator lights up if the charging system fails with the engine running. When the starter switch is turned to "RUN" with the engine off, the indicator lights up, and when the engine starts, the indicator goes out.

  • Page 43: Engine Oil Pressure Indicator

    CHECKS BEFORE START BEngine Oil Pressure Indicator BGrow Plug Indicator The engine oil pressure warning indicator lights up due to With the starter key at the "RUN" position, the engine's failure of the lubricating system with the engine running. preheat status is indicated. When the starter switch is turned to "RUN"...

  • Page 44: Lcd For Normal Operation

    CHECKS BEFORE START C Fuel level audible indication switch (when refueling) BLCD for Normal Operation 1. With the starter key at the "STOP" position, press the C Fuel gauge fuel level audible indication buzzer, and the fuel level can be checked with buzzer sound. 2.

  • Page 45: Lcd For Warning

    CHECKS BEFORE START C Coolant Temperature Gauge BLCD for Warning C Engine oil pressure warning indicator The engine oil pressure warning indicator lights up due to To avoid personal injury or death: failure of the lubricating system with the engine running. A Do not open the radiator cap during or just after When the starter key is turned to "RUN"...

  • Page 46: Warning Indicator

    A Warnings and errors are displayed and an alarm buzzer beeps. A Let your KUBOTA dealer inform you of details concerning care and maintenance. (1) Warning indicator (red) (2) Warning message...

  • Page 47: Battery Isolator

    CHECKS BEFORE START SAFETY LEVERS AND APPLIANCE BBattery Isolator BSafety Key Start System The battery isolator is located in the engine cover. This is the safety system to prevent the machine from moving suddenly. The direction switch is to be set to the neutral position before stopping the engine.

  • Page 48: Steering Frame Lock

    CHECKS BEFORE START BControl Lever Lock To avoid personal injury or death: A When dismounting the machine or when servicing the machine, be sure to stop the engine, lower the bucket and the attachment to the ground, release the hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic system by operating control levers.

  • Page 49: Cabin Type Machine

    CHECKS BEFORE START CABIN TYPE MACHINE BRear Wiper/ Washer Switch BFront Wiper / Washer Switch To move the rear wiper, turn on the switch for the rear Before moving the windscreen wiper, make sure the wiper when the starter key in position "RUN". A further starter key is at the "RUN"...

  • Page 50: Interior Lamp

    CHECKS BEFORE START BInterior Lamp BOpening/Closing of CABIN Door Press the lamp itself, and the lamp lights up. Press the 1. Unlock the CABIN door and pull the knob. Open the CABIN door fully until fixed into place. lamp again to turn it off. 2.

  • Page 51: Opening/Closing Of Side Cabin Window

    CHECKS BEFORE START BOpening/Closing of Side CABIN Window BEmergency Hammer 1. Press the release button and pull the grip to unlock the side CABIN window and push it by release lever to open. To avoid personal injury or death: 2. To close the side CABIN window, pull it by the release A When breaking the window pane, close your lever until the lock snaps in at the window frame.

  • Page 52: Air Conditioner

    CHECKS BEFORE START AIR CONDITIONER A Do not pour water directly into the fresh air port while washing the vehicle. BAirflow A During the summer, turn the heater valve clockwise to Air in the CABIN and fresh air introduced into the CABIN close the valve.

  • Page 53: Air Control Vent

    CHECKS BEFORE START C How to change the filter There are 3 filters: 2 for RECIRCULATION and 1 for BAir Control Vent FRESH AIR. To replace these filters, loosen the knob C Dashboard air outlet bolts first and then remove the covers as shown below. The dashboard air outlets can be independently adjusted as required.

  • Page 54: Control Panel

    CHECKS BEFORE START BControl panel BOperation C Heating 1. Adjust the blower (1/2/3) switch and the temperature control dial to achieve the desired temperature level. C Dehumidifying-heating 1. Press and turn on the air-conditioner switch. 2. Turn on the blower (1/2/3) switch. 3.

  • Page 55: Operation Of The Engine

    OPERATION OF THE ENGINE OPERATION OF THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Lock the control lever and the auxiliary port lever. To avoid personal injury or death: A To avoid the danger of exhaust fume (carbon monoxide) poisoning, do not operate the machine in a closed building without proper ventilation.

  • Page 56: Checkpoints After Starting The Engine

    A Exhaust is black. A Warning indicator for engine oil lights up during operation. A In these cases, the machine must be checked and serviced by your local KUBOTA dealer. STARTING THE ENGINE UNDER COLD CONDITIONS Start the engine in the following manner;...

  • Page 57: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATION OF THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE BObserve Following Guidelines when Starting with an Auxiliary Battery 1. Bring the helping machine with the same battery voltage as near as possible to the machine. To avoid personal injury or death: THE MACHINES MUST NOT COME IN CONTACT A Do not keep the bucket or attachments in the WITH EACH OTHER.

  • Page 58: Operation Of The Machine

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE OPERATION OF THE MACHINE In case of a power cross-over, leave the danger zone with the wheel loader, if possible, by taking suitable measures. If this is not possible, do not leave the operator's place, To avoid personal injury or death: warn any approaching persons of the danger, and have A The safety instructions (page -) must be...

  • Page 59: Starting

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE STARTING C Horizontal seat adjustment Pull the horizontal seat adjustment lever up (A) and move the seat to the desired position by moving it forward or back, then release the lever. To avoid personal injury or death: C Seat height adjustment A Mount the machine and dismount the machine The seat height can be adjusted to several stop...

  • Page 60: Seat Belt

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE BSeat Belt BTilt Steering Adjustment To avoid personal injury or death: To avoid personal injury or death: A Always use the seat belt with a ROPS/FOPS A Do not adjust the steering wheel while the protection structure. Adjust the seat to the machine is in motion.

  • Page 61: Traveling

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE TRAVELING BAccelerator Pedal BStarting This pedal controls engine rpm. The more the pedal is pressed, the greater the engine rpm. To avoid personal injury or death: A Fasten seat belt before operating the machine A When transporting a load, keep the loader bucket as low as possible to avoid tip over.

  • Page 62: Inching And Brake Pedals

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE BInching and Brake Pedals BDirection Switch Press either pedal down slightly, then the HST pump This switch is used for changing the machine's running comes in neutral and cuts off the engine power on the way direction, forward or back.

  • Page 63: Speed Control Switch

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE C To move backward: Move the direction switch backward and press the BSpeed Control Switch accelerator pedal. 2 speed control switches serve to change maximum speed and low speed. A When the machine begins to travel "BACKWARD", the Press the right speed control switch and the maximum back buzzer starts sounding.

  • Page 64: Engine Speed Control Knob

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE BEngine Speed Control Knob BDeceleration on a Slope 1. Pull up the engine speed control knob and the engine revs up. 2. To stop the engine, push down the engine speed To avoid personal injury or death: control knob fully and keep the engine at the idling A Going up or down a slope diagonally is speed.

  • Page 65: Stopping

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE STOPPING OPERATION OF THE LIFT ARM C To lower the lift arms: Push the control lever forward. And push the control lever to B, fix the float position. To avoid personal injury or death: A Choose flat and level ground for parking the machine.

  • Page 66: Operation Of The Bucket

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE OPERATION OF THE BUCKET C To raise the lift arms Pull the control lever backward. C To roll back: Tilt the control lever to the left. (1) Control lever (A) "RAISE" (1) Control lever (A) "ROLL BACK" A To stop the lift arm operation, return the control lever to the neutral position.

  • Page 67: Auxiliary Port Operation

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE AUXILIARY PORT OPERATION C To dump: Tilt the control lever to the right. To avoid personal injury or death: A When not using the auxiliary port, be sure to lock the auxiliary port lever by the auxiliary port lever lock.

  • Page 68: How To Release Pressure Trapped In The Hydraulic System

    3. push the control lever lock and auxiliary port lever lock which are operated with the attachments and to unlock. spare parts specified by KUBOTA. A Attachments should be located on a level, firm surface when connecting and disconnecting them from quick- coupler.
  • Page 69 OPERATION OF THE MACHINE (1) Attachment (2) Quick coupler (3) Attachment bracket 4. Lock the attachment by pushing the auxiliary port lever forward in order to move the locking pins out into locking position. (1) Auxiliary port lever (A) Push forward...
  • Page 70 OPERATION OF THE MACHINE C Detaching Disconnecting the front attachments as follows. To avoid personal injury or death: A When changing an attachment, the operator 1. Pull the auxiliary port lever backward while pressing should make sure to check visually that the the attachment unlock switch forward in order to locking pins (left and right) of attachment retract the locking pins.

  • Page 71: Connecting And Disconnecting The Hydraulic Hose

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE HOW TO USE THE INCHING AND BRAKE PEDAL BInching and Brake Pedal Operation Operate the inching and brake pedal as follows according to the application. C To stop the machine 1. The inching and brake pedal controls HST pump and brake.

  • Page 72: Using The Inching And Brake Pedal According To The Job

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE C To approach slowly 1. Press the inching and brake pedal slightly while BUsing the Inching and Brake Pedal pressing accelerator pedal. machine According to the Job approaches slowly. 2. The machine can slowly approach an object by accelerator pedal regulation only, without inching and brake pedal operation.

  • Page 73: Typical Jobs Using A Wheel Loader

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE TYPICAL JOBS USING A WHEEL LOADER Below are some typical jobs performed using a wheel loader. The machine can also be used to perform other jobs by connection with various attachments. To avoid personal injury or death: A When transporting a load, keep the loader bucket as low as possible to avoid tipping over.

  • Page 74: Digging And Loading

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE C Digging and loading from flat ground 1. Direct the bucket blade slightly downward and lower BDigging and Loading the bucket as you advance the machine. The recommended digging depth per pass is between C Loading a sand pile 10 and 15cm.

  • Page 75: Refilling

    OPERATION OF THE MACHINE BLoading onto a Truck BRefilling Examine the job site situation and choose the efficient 1. Direct the bucket horizontally and push the piled sand loading method that minimizes the swivel angle and toward the ditch. moving distance. 2.

  • Page 76: Transport By Truck

    TRANSPORT BY TRUCK TRANSPORT BY TRUCK B Loading on and from a truck 2. Fix the ramps securely to the truck so they cannot slip. To avoid personal injury or death: A When loading the machine on or unloading from a truck, be sure to use strong ramps. Never use wet lumber, etc.
  • Page 77 TRANSPORT BY TRUCK B Transportation To avoid personal injury or death: A Before transportation, do the following to prevent the machine from moving during transportation. A Check to see that the machine’s longitudinal axis aligns with that of the truck bed. A Stop the engine and remove the key.

  • Page 78: Lifting The Machine

    LIFTING THE MACHINE LIFTING THE MACHINE To avoid serious injury or death: A The instructions for safe lifting are described here. Read these instructions carefully before lifting the machine. Make sure that the operating personnel read operator's manual carefully before lifting. A Select a firm level surface, lower the working equipment to the ground, stop the engine and set the control lever lock and the auxiliary port lever lock to the...

  • Page 79: Handling Loader In Cold Weather

    HANDLING LOADER IN COLD WEATHER HANDLING LOADER IN COLD WEATHER PREPARATIONS FOR COLD WEATHER AFTER-OPERATION DIRECTIONS 1. Change engine oil to one of low viscosity suitable for After operation, be sure to remove mud or water from the use in cold weather. machine’s body.

  • Page 80: Maintenance

    A Before servicing or checking the machine, do the following procedures. A If the machine cannot be operated and must be towed, A Stop the engine. please contact your local KUBOTA dealer for A Set the direction switch to the neutral information about correct towing procedures. position.

  • Page 81: Maintenance Intervals

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Hour meter indicator Ref. Check points Measure Interval page 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 check Daily check Coolant change every 2 years Fuel check Daily check check Daily check Engine oil change every 250 hrs check Daily check Hydraulic oil...
  • Page 82 MAINTENANCE Hour meter indicator Ref. Check points Measure Interval page 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 check Wheel nuts every 250 hrs tighten Fuel filter cartridge replace every 500 hrs Engine oil filter replace every 250 hrs Hydraulic return filter element replace every 500 hrs check...
  • Page 83 MAINTENANCE Hour meter indicator Ref. Check points Measure Interval page 500 550 600 650 700 750 800 1000 check Daily check Coolant change every 2 years Fuel check Daily check check Daily check Engine oil change every 250 hrs check Daily check Hydraulic oil change...
  • Page 84 Refrigerant (gas) [CABIN type only] check required *1 Replace only if necessary. *2 Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. *3 The maintenance identified with "*3" is appeared on the meter panel at each specified maintenance hours.

  • Page 85: Periodic Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE OPENING AND CLOSING OF COVERS BSide cover Insert the key into the key hole, turn it clockwise to unlock the side cover and pull up until it will be held. To avoid personal injury or death from contact with moving parts: [Left side] A Never open the engine cover while the engine...

  • Page 86: Daily Check

    If there are any leaks, take proper measures to stop them. If repair is impossible, contact your KUBOTA dealer. 2. Check for loose bolts, nuts and tighten if necessary, especially wheel nuts.

  • Page 87: Checking Hydraulic Oil Level

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking hydraulic oil level To avoid personal injury or death: A Never open the oil port immediately after the engine has stopped or hydraulic oil may rush out, causing scalding. 1. Stop the machine on flat ground and lower the bucket to the ground and roll back the bucket.

  • Page 88: Checking The Fuel And Replenishing The Wheel Loader

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking the fuel and replenishing the wheel loader To avoid personal injury or death: A Before refueling, always stop the engine, lower the bucket and attachment to the ground, release the hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic system by operating the control levers. Lock all control levers in neutral, and remove the key.

  • Page 89: Checking Coolant Level And Replenishing

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking coolant level and replenishing BChecking and replenishment of oil in the brake fluid reservoir To avoid personal injury or death: A Do not remove radiator cap while coolant is hot. When cool, rotate the cap to the first stop To avoid personal injury or death: to allow excessive pressure to escape.

  • Page 90: Grease Fittings

    PERIODIC SERVICE BGrease fittings To avoid serious personal injury or death: A Keep clear of articulation joint during service work. To avoid personal injury or death: A Before greasing, always stop the engine, lower the bucket and attachment to the ground, release the hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic system by operating the control levers, lock all control levers in neutral, and remove the key.

  • Page 91: Checking Tire Pressure, Wear And Wheel Nuts

    BChecking tire pressure, wear and wheel 1. Start the engine, turn the steering wheel left and right and check the operation. nuts 2. If any abnormality is found, have the steering Refer to the section on "TIRES". inspected further by your KUBOTA dealer.

  • Page 92: Checking Gear Locked Parking Brake

    "Checking fan belt tension" in "EVERY 250 HOURS rises by 2.7 meters every 10 meters). SERVICE" in "PERIODIC SERVICE" section.) If the machine moves, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. Always engage the parking brake before dismounting the BWashing whole machine wheel loader.

  • Page 93: Cleaning Evacuator Valve

    PERIODIC SERVICE BCleaning evacuator valve BChecking washer liquid [CABIN TYPE ONLY] Open the evacuator valve to get rid of large particles of dust and dirt. If the windows washer is switched on with the washer liquid tank empty, the motor may be damaged. Always keep the tank filled.

  • Page 94: Checking And Tightening Loose Bolts And Nuts

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 50 HOURS SERVICE BChecking and tightening loose bolts and BChecking the battery condition nuts Check the bolts and nuts and tighten them if necessary. To avoid the possibility of a battery explosion: BChecking electrical wiring for short- For refillable type battery, follow the instructions below.
  • Page 95 PERIODIC SERVICE The factory-installed battery is of non-refillable type. If the indicator turns white, do not quick charge the battery but replace it with new one. Mishandling the battery shortens the service life and adds to maintenance costs. The original battery is maintenance free, but needs some servicing.

  • Page 96: Every 250 Hours Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 250 HOURS SERVICE BChecking radiator hoses and clips Perform inspection and servicing for every 50 hours of operation at the same time. To avoid personal injury or death: BChecking fan belt tension A Do not check radiator hoses until the engine has cooled down.

  • Page 97: Cleaning And Checking Air Cleaner Element

    PERIODIC SERVICE BCleaning and checking air cleaner BCleaning the filter element element If the filter element is heavily clogged or oily, change it. If it is only dusty, you can clean it with compressed air. Open the engine cover and remove the cover and the outer filter element, clean the filter element, case interior without removing the inner element and reassemble the filter element and cover.

  • Page 98: Changing Engine Oil

    PERIODIC SERVICE 2. Fill engine oil into the oil port up to the correct level. 3. Idle the engine for a short while. About 5 minutes after BChanging engine oil stopping the engine, check the oil level with the oil dipstick.

  • Page 99: Replacing The Engine Oil Filter Cartridge

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 500 HOURS SERVICE BReplacing the engine oil filter cartridge Perform inspection and servicing for every 50 and 250 hours of operation at the same time. BChecking and replenishing oil in the front To avoid personal injury or death: A Always stop the engine before replacing the and rear axle, reduction gear case engine oil filter cartridge.

  • Page 100: Replacing Return Filter

    EVERY 800 HOURS SERVICE Perform inspection and servicing for every 50 hours of operation at the same time. BAdjusting Engine Valve Clearance Consult your local KUBOTA dealer for this service. (1) Return filter (2) Hydraulic oil tank (3) Cover A After changing the filter, start the hydraulic system...

  • Page 101: Every 1000 Hours Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 1000 HOURS SERVICE Perform inspection and servicing for every 50, 250 and 500 hours of operation at the same time. BChanging oil for the front and rear axle case To avoid personal injury or death: A Before changing oil in the front and rear axle differential case, always stop the engine and lock the direction switch in neutral.

  • Page 102: Replacing Hst Oil Filter

    PERIODIC SERVICE BReplacing HST oil filter BChanging hydraulic oil and the suction filter To avoid personal injury or death: A Never remove the filter immediately after the To avoid personal injury or death: engine has stopped, or hot hydraulic oil may A Always stop the engine before changing oil.

  • Page 103: Replacing Air Cleaner Element

    PERIODIC SERVICE 7. Run the engine at idle speed, set the direction switch to the neutral position.Then operate the control lever and the steering wheel for about five minutes. Stop the engine and make sure that the oil quantity is sufficient through the oil level gauge.

  • Page 104: Every 1500 Service Hours

    500 hours of operation at the same time. the same time. BChecking Injector Tip Consult your local KUBOTA dealer for this service. BReplacing fuel hoses and clamps EVERY 2000 HOURS SERVICE Perform inspection and servicing for every 50, 250, 500 To avoid personal injury or death: and 1000 hours of operation at the same time.

  • Page 105: Changing Coolant

    A Do not touch the water hoses or the heater with your hand. You may get burned. Replace air-conditioner pipes and hoses every two years. If the hoses or pipes are swollen, hard or cracked, they should be replaced. (Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service.) (1) Radiator cap...

  • Page 106: Service As Required

    PERIODIC SERVICE SERVICE AS REQUIRED [Fuse box A] BElectrical system Damage to cables and loose connections cause malfunctioning and lead to short circuits, leakage and fires. Replace and repair as quickly as possible. C Replacing the fuses To avoid personal injury or death: A Before replacing a fuse, be sure to turn off the starter switch.
  • Page 107 PERIODIC SERVICE [Fuse box B] [Fuse box C] Rating Applied Circuit Rating Applied Circuit Rear wiper, Rear washer Blank Radio AC Engine stop Electrical outlet Blank Compressor Reverse lamp, Reverse buzzer Quick coupler locking Stop lamp [Slow blow fuse] Highbeam Hazard Head lamp Blank...

  • Page 108: Bleeding The Fuel System

    PERIODIC SERVICE C Replacement procedure 1. Disconnect the negative cord of the battery. BBleeding the fuel system 2. Remove the slow blow fuse case. 3. Open the slow blow fuse case cap and cover then remove the bolts and draw out the slow blow fuse (1) and (2).

  • Page 109: Tire Pressure

    (4) Ground level 1. Mount wheel on axle and lightly tighten the wheel nuts. 2. Lower the machine to the ground, and tighten the Type R065 wheel nuts to the specified torque in the order shown above. Tire size 12.5-18 MPT...

  • Page 110: Mounting Tires

    PERIODIC SERVICE BMounting tires Off-road tires are used to provide strong traction and buoyancy on soft ground. When mounting them, take care to position their tread pattern in the proper direction. They must be mounted by a qualified personnel. (1) Correct (2) Incorrect (3) Forward BTire chains...

  • Page 111: Taking Out Of Operation And Storage

    TAKING OUT OF OPERATION AND STORAGE TAKING OUT OF OPERATION AND STORAGE To avoid personal injury or death: A Before storing, do the following. Stop the engine, lower the bucket and attachment to the ground, release the hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic system by operating the control levers, lock all control levers in neutral, and remove the key.

  • Page 112: Recommended Oils

    RECOMMENDED OILS RECOMMENDED OILS 1. The hydraulic oil used from the factory was ROWE Hightec Fomula GT. 2. Use engine oil API service classification CF. 3. Use TOTAL TRANSMISSION T.H.F.I. as front and rear axle cases for all seasons. Application Viscosity KTA recommends Shell...

  • Page 113: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING TROUBLE SHOOTING If the machine does not show the desired performance, or when trouble arises, refer to the table below and undertake appropriate measures. Trouble Cause Countermeasure * Check fuel tank and filter. Fuel is too viscous. * Remove impurities and water. * If necessary, replace filter and fuel.
  • Page 114 TROUBLE SHOOTING Trouble Cause Countermeasure Hydraulic oil level too low * Add oil. Leakages of hoses and / or * Replace hose or joint. joints Lift arms, bucket, Hydraulic drive unit power is Armrest is in "Raised" position. * Lower the armrests. System too low.

  • Page 115: List Of Error Code Numbers

    TROUBLE SHOOTING List of Error Code Numbers : Sure to happen : May happen Machine condition Engine performance Provisional measure Error Code Problem or Failure Number Accele- Engine Machine performance Correction Engine ration output stopped limited limited Immediately contact your local E: 001 Meter CAN communication dealer.
  • Page 116 TROUBLE SHOOTING Machine condition Engine performance Provisional measure Error Code Problem or Failure Number Accele- Engine Machine performance Correction Engine ration output stopped limited limited The machine will be in neutral and parking brake is Immediately contact your local E: 037 Braking system not activated to prevent dealer.

  • Page 117: Appendix

    (The maintenance message reappears on the hour meter designated next.) A The maintenance (periodic check) message can be automatically disappeared. C In case the service hour meter replaced due to any trouble with it, the meter is set to "0". Contact your KUBOTA dealer for details.

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