Page 1 FOREWORD Congratulations on being an owner of a versatile KIOTI DK55 tractor. This tractor 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 many years of dependable service and reliability. This manual is given to help you familiarize yourself with the DK55 tractor and to give you helpful information about tractor safety, operation and maintenance.
Page 2 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This is the industry’s “SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL”. It is used to call your attention to items or operations that could be dangerous to you or other persons using this equipment. The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL means “ATTENTION! BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!”...
Page 3 UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS As a guide to the operation of your tractor, various universal symbols have been utilized on the instruments and controls. The symbols are shown below with an indication of their meaning. Headlight-Low Beam Safety Alert Symbol Power Take-Off Clutch Control-Off Position Headlight-High Beam Power Take-Off Clutch...
Page 4 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK AND ADJUST AS REQUIRED 20. Air cleaner element and INOPERATIVE SERVICE CHECKS 11. Upper link, draw-bar and pin hose connections ....in position ......1. Tire pressure and condition ..21. Seat mounting and adjust- 12. Wheel-to-rim clamp bolts 2.
Page 5 OPERATIVE SERVICE CHECKS • Draft control for tension and compression loads ... All operative checks are to be • Auxiliary services control performed with the tractor at nor- and remote control valves(If mal operating temperature. installed) ......1. Lights and instruments for proper operation ....
Page 7 CONTENTS 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............2. SERVICING OF TRACTOR ............ 3. SPECIFICATIONS ..............4. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ......5. OPERATING ................6. THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR ........7. HYDRAULIC UNIT ..............8. WHEELS, TIRES AND TREAD ..........9. MAINTENANCE ..............10.
Page 9 BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR OPERATING THE TRACTOR DRIVING THE TRACTOR PARKING THE TRACTOR OPERATING THE PTO SAFETY PRECAUTIONS USING 3-POINT HITCH SERVICING THE TRACTOR CAUTION LABELS...
Page 10 1-2 DK55 BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR A careful operator is the best operator. 7. When working in the field or muddy Most accidents can be avoided by ob- areas, be sure to scrape off mud or serving certain precautions. To help pre-...
Page 11 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1-3 069O102A 069O103A 069O104A 10.Before driving the tractor in reverse, 15.Do not permit anyone but the opera- 14. Never start engine while standing on check to see that there are no ob- tor to ride on the tractor unless a pas- the ground.
Page 12 Fasten seat belt if equipped with Tighten mounting bolts to proper torque, ing a KIOTI dealer. ROPS. see ROPS installation instruction. 20. For your safety ROPS with a seat belt is recommended by KIOTI for most applications.
Page 13 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1-5 OPERATING THE TRACTOR 069O107A 069O108A 069O109A (1) Max. tread width (2) Rear wheels 21. Tractors with narrow tread width re- 1. Apply the parking brake, the lift con- 4. Do not park the tractor on a steep quire extra driving caution to avoid tip trol lever in the down position and the incline.
Page 14 1-6 DK55 069O110A 069O111A 069O112A 6. Pull only from the drawbar. Never hitch 7. If the front of the tractor tends to rise 5. Do not operate the tractor engine in up when heavy implements are at- to axle housing or any other point ex- an enclosed building without adequate cept drawbar;...
Page 15 Implement Limitations” recom- 19. Never “freewheel”. Disengaging the mended by KIOTI Dealer, which out- clutch or shifting into neutral while lines the maximum loads for safe trac- descending a slope could lead to a tor operation.
Page 16 1-8 DK55 DRIVING THE TRACTOR 069O115A 069O116A 069O117A (1) Brake Pedal(LH) (3) Brake Pedal Lock (2) Brake Pedal(RH) 2. Always slow the tractor down before (A) Whenever travelling on the road turning. Turning at high speed may tip the tractor over.
Page 17 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1-9 PARKING THE TRACTOR OPERATING THE PTO 069O119A 069O120A 069O118A (1) S.M.V. Emblem (2) Bracket (1) PTO Shaft cover (2) PTO Shaft cap 8. Make sure that the Slow Moving Ve- 1. Disengage the PTO, lower all 1. Wait until all moving components have hicle (SMV) sign is clean and visible.
Page 18 1-10 DK55 USING 3-POINT HITCH SERVICING THE TRACTOR 069O121A 069O122A 069O123A (1) 3-point hitch lowering speed knob (A) Lock ) Slow ) Fast 4. When operating stationary PTO driven 1. Use the 3-point hitch only with equip- Before servicing the tractor, park it on a equipment, always apply the tractor ment designed for 3-point hitch usage.
Page 19 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1-11 069O124A 069O125A 069O126A 2. Keep first aid kit and fire extinguisher 6. Do not remove radiator cap while cool- 8. To avoid sparks from an accidental handy at all times. ant is hot. When cool, slowly rotate short circuit, always disconnect the cap to the first stop and allow suffi- battery’s ground cable first and con-...
Page 20 1-12 DK55 069O127A 0691D28A 069O129A (1) Cardboard (3) Magnifying glass (2) Hydraulic line 10. Always maintain the correct tire 13. Escaping hydraulic fluid under pres- Fluid escaping from pinholes may be pressure. Do not inflate tires above sure has sufficient force to penetrate invisible.
Page 21 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1-13 CAUTION LABELS ROPS 069O130A...
Page 22 1-14 DK55 CABIN 069O131A...
Page 23 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1-15 1. T4689-52191 3. T4837-52121 5. T2325-50743 2. T4837-51181 4. T4818-52142 6. T4625-52351 7. T4625-52361...
Page 24 1-16 DK55 8. T4625-53191 10. T2445-50724 12. T2615-54111 9. T2241-50702 11. T4837-51092 13. T4818-52132...
Page 25 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1-17 14. T2625-55111 15. T4817-52201...
Page 26 SERVICING OF TRACTOR...
Page 27 However, when in need of parts or ma- jor service, be sure to see your KIOTI dealer. For service, contact the KIOTI Dealership from which you purchased your tractor or your local authorized KIOTI dealer.
Page 28 SPECIFICATIONS...
Page 29 3-2 DK55 M o d e l DK55 Maximum PTO Power 45.2 HP Engine GROSS Power 55 HP Engine Model 4A220T Type Indirect injection, vertical, water-cooled, turbocharged 4-cycle diesel engine Number of cylinder 87×92.4mm (3.425×3.638in.) Bore and stroke Total displacement...
Page 30 SPECIFICATIONS 3-3 2. Specifications M o d e l DK55 Dimensions Overall length (without 3p) 3,073 mm (120.9 in.) (with Std.tires) Overall length (with 3p) 3,266 mm (128.6 in.) Overall width (minimum tread) 1,760 mm (69.3 in.) Overall height (Top of ROPS) 2,485mm (97.8 in.)
Page 31 3-4 DK55 M o d e l DK55 Hydraulic Hydraulic lift control system Position, Draft and Mixed control System Pump capacity (Max, flow rate) Main pump 37.4 /min (8.2 U.S.gal.) Power steering pump 16.3 /min (4.3 U.S.gal.) Three point hitch SAE Category l &...
Page 32 INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES CONTROLS AND CONTROLS HYDRAULIC UNIT ASSURE SAFE OPERATION...
Page 33 4-2 DK55 SWITCHES 069O401A (4) Cooling Water Temp. Meter (7) Turning Signal Indicator (1) Key Switch (5) Turning Signal Indicator (8) Fuel Gauge (2) Hazard Lamp Switch (6) Tacho/Hour Meter (9) Engine Stop Switch (3) Light Switch (10) PTO Switch(M/A)
Page 34 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 4-3 KEY SWITCH TURN SIGNAL/ HEAD LIGHT SWITCH Depress the clutch and turn the key to the start position. This will rotate the engine. When the engine starts release the key and it will return to the ON position.
Page 35 4-4 DK55 HAZARD LAMP SWITCH ENGINE STOP SWITCH PTO SWITCH (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC) 069O404A 069O405A 069O406A (1) Hazard Lamp Switch (1) Engine Stop Switch (1) PTO Safety Switch (N) Neutral (A) Hazard Lights ON (B) Hazard Lights OFF (A) Engine Off (A) Auto matic...
Page 36 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 4-5 069O407A (1) Tachometer (6) Coolant Level Warning Lamp (11) Parking Brake Indicator (2) Temperature Gauge (7) Hydraulic System Warning Lamp (12) Main Beam Indicator (3) Fuel Gauge (8) Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp (13) 4WD Operation Indicator (4) Differential Lock Indicator (9) Battery Charge Warning Lamp (14) Turning Signal Indicator (LH)
Page 37 4-6 DK55 TACHOMETER/HOUR METER TEMPERATURE GAUGE FUEL GAUGE 069O408A 069O409A 069O410A (1) Hour Meter (1) Temperature Gauge (1) Fuel Gauge (2) Engine Revolution Meter This meter shows the number of hours Wait until Engine is warm enough. Do not Fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel.
Page 38 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 4-7 DIFFERENTIAL LOCK INDICATOR PTO ON INDICATOR COOLANT LEVEL WARNING LAMP 069O411A 069O412A 069O413A This lamp lights up red while operating The light will illuminate when the differ- Light will illuminate when the engine cool- PTO. ential lock pedal is engaged.
Page 39 4-8 DK55 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM WARNING LAMP ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING BATTERY CHARGE WARNING LAMP LAMP 069O414A 069O415A 069O416A This lamp lights up yellow when certain The oil pressure lamp will glow red when The battery charge lamp will glow red problems occur in hydraulic system.
Page 40 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 4-9 GLOW PLUG INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE INDICATOR HIGH-BEAM INDICATOR 069O417A 069O418A 069O419A When the key switch is turned to the This lamp lights up red when locking the This indicator lights up blue when the right, the glow plug indicator becomes parking brake while depressing the brake headlamp switch is in high-beam position.
Page 41 4-10 DK55 4WD OPEATION INDICATOR 069O420A This lamp lights up yellow when 4WD switch is in “4WD” position. At this time, the machine drives with 4 wheel drive mode.
Page 42 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 4-11 CONTROLS (1) Front Wheel Drive Lever (2) Hi-Lo Shift Lever (3) PTO Change Lever (4) Seat Adjusting Lever (5) Clutch Pedal (6) Steering Wheel Tilt Lever (7) Parking Brake Lever (8) Brake Pedal (L) (9) Brake Pedal (R) (10) Foot Throttle (11) Joystick Lever (12) Main Shift Lever...
Page 43 4-12 DK55 MAIN SHIFT LEVER &HI-LO SHIFT LEVER SHUTTLE SHIFT LEVER 069O422A 069O423A (1) Hi-Lo Shift Lever (2) Main Shift Lever (A) Forward (B) reverse The main shift lever pattern is in the form The tractor’s driven forward or in CAUTION of an “H”.
Page 44 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 4-13 PTO SAFETY SWITCH(ON/OFF) PTO CHANGE LEVER FRONT WHEEL DRIVE LEVER 069O424A 069O425A 069O426A (1) PTO Switch (A) 540rpm (B) 1000rpm (1) Front Wheel Drive Lever (A) Engagement (B) Disengagement - ON - OFF Push the PTO switch(On, Off) when stop Two PTO speeds can be obtained by Move the front wheel drive lever rear- the PTO in case of emergency.
Page 45 4-14 DK55 HAND THROTTLE FOOT THROTTLE BRAKE PEDAL(RIGHT AND LEFT) 069O427A 069O428A 069O429A - Decrease (B) - Increase (1) Foot Throttle (1) Brake Pedal (R) (3) Brake Lock (2) Brake Pedal (L) When the hand throttle is pushed The foot throttle is interlocked with the 1.
Page 46 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 4-15 PARKING BRAKE LEVER STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT CLUTCH PEDAL 069O430A 069O431A 069O432A (1) Parking Brake Lever (A) Pull (1) Parking Brake Lever (A) Pull (1) Clutch Pedal When the clutch pedal is fully depressed, 1. To set the parking brake: It is possible to adjust the steering wheel the clutch is disengaged.
Page 47 4-16 DK55 DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PEDAL SEAT WARNING To prevent loss of control of trac- tor, never use the differential lock at speeds above 8 km/h (5 MPH). Never use the differential lock when turning the tractor. When engaged, the differential lock will prevent the tractor from turning.
Page 48 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 4-17 HYDRAULIC CONTROL LEVER HOW TO USE THE STOP BOLT OUTER HYDRAULIC CONTROL LEVER 1. Determine a desired working position, using the control lever. 2. Fix the stop bolt in the desired position. 3. Once the stop bolt is set, simply move the relevant hydraulic lever forward until it reaches the stop bolt.
Page 49 PRE-OPERATION OPERATING NEW TRACTOR OPERATING OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE TRACTOR...
Page 50 5-2 DK55 PRE-OPERATION DAILY CHECK CHECK ITEM It is a good practice to know the condi- - Do a walk around inspection. tion of your tractor before you start it. - Check the engine oil level You should do routine check before each - Check the transmission oil level use.
Page 51 HANDLING NEW TRACTOR 5-3 OPERATING NEW TRACTOR PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION ARE ALL THE GREASE NIPPLES REFER TO YOUR EQUIPMENT FILLED WITH SUFFICIENT CHASSIS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MORE Before starting, make a routine inspec- GREASE? SPECIFIC TRAVEL SPEED AND PTO tion of the tractor as outlined in the main- SPEED INFORMATION tenance check-list (See chapter 9).
Page 52 5-4 DK55 STOPPING THE TRACTOR 1. Reduce engine speed by pulling hand WARNING throttle rearward and removing your Interlock the right and left brake foot from the foot throttle. pedals before starting. Uneven 2. Interlock the right and left brake ped- braking results in a sharp turn, als and put on the parking brake.
Page 53 HANDLING NEW TRACTOR 5-5 PARKING TURNING CHECK WHILE OPERATING When turning on curves, be sure to re- While driving, make the following checks duce the speed, then turn the steering to see that all the parts are functioning wheel. normally. WARNING COOLING WATER The individual rear wheel brak-...
Page 54 5-6 DK55 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LAMP FUEL URGENT STOP The pressure lamp signals to the opera- 1. Do not allow the fuel tank to empty Should the following abnormally take tor that the engine oil pressure is below completely. place, immediately stop the engine.
Page 55 HANDLING NEW TRACTOR 5-7 HANDLING THE TRACTOR ON OPERATION ON SLOPES DRIVING ON PUBLIC ROADS THE FARM ENGINE BRAKING OPERATION ON FARM ROADS 1. Make sure the left and right brake ped- When tractor is on a downward slope, 1. Stop operation of any attached farm- als are interlocked before driving on pull the hand throttle rearward and re- ing implement while driving on farm...
Page 56 5-8 DK55 USE OF THE DIFFERENTIAL LOCK OPERATION IN THE FIELD 1. For field work, disconnect the brake Observe the following precautions when pedal interlock so that the right and applying the differential lock. left brakes can be engaged so 1.
Page 57 4. When the rear wheel is subjected to * At rated engine speed with Std.tires. excessive loads, even releasing the Km/h(mile/h) pedal sometimes may not unlock the DK55 differential although the pedal springs L o w 0.42 (0.26) back. Should the differential not un- 0.59 (0.37)
Page 58 5-10 DK55 OPERATING THE ENGINE PRE-START CHECKS PRE-STARTING INSPECTION Prior to starting the engine, make pre- start checks according to the Mainte- nance Check List on chapter 5.3. 069O505A 069O506A (1) Fuel Tank Cap (1) Oil Level Gauge Before starting the engine each day, per-...
Page 59 HANDLING NEW TRACTOR 5-11 069O507A 069O508A 069O509A (1) Radiator Cap (2) Overflow Pipe (1) Drain Cock (1) Body (3) Cap (2) Element Check the radiator coolant level and Be sure air cleaner is free of obstruc- correct, if necessary. If operating in tions and excessive dirt.
Page 60 5-12 DK55 STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING WARNING 8. Fully depress the clutch pedal and turn Do not start the engine in a closed If the starter switch is turned to the key switch left, until the glow plug room. Otherwise, the air will be the right and the engine does not lamp turns red.
Page 61 HANDLING NEW TRACTOR 5-13 STOPPING THE ENGINE Reduce engine revolution and apply even IMPORTANT IMPORTANT foot pressure on both brake pedals. De- Do not turn the key switch while Remove the key whenever you press the clutch pedal and place main the engine is running.
Page 62 5-14 DK55 WARMING UP JUMP STARTING WARM-UP AND TRANSMISSION OIL IN THE LOW TEMPERATURE RANGE Hydraulic oil serves as transmission CAUTION CAUTION fluid. In cold weather, the oil may be cold To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: with increased viscosity. This can cause...
Page 63 HANDLING NEW TRACTOR 5-15 6. Attach the red clamp to the positive terminal of the dead battery, and at- tach the other end to the positive cable of the helper battery. 7. Clamp the black cable to the negative terminal of the dead battery, and at- tach the other end to the negative cable of the helper battery.
Page 64 5-16 DK55 OPERATING THE TRACTOR YOU SHOULD NOT OPERATE YOUR CHANGING LUBRICATING OIL FOR TRACTOR AT FULL SPEED FOR THE NEW TRACTORS FIRST FIFTY HOURS OF USE How a new tractor is handled and main- Do not start your tractor abruptly or Special attention should be given to new tained determines the life of the tractor.
Page 65 THREE-POINT HITCH & 3-POINT HITCH DRAWBAR DRAWBAR...
Page 66 6-2 DK55 3-POINT HITCH ADJUSTMENT OF TOP LINK ADJUSTMENT OF LIFTING ROD 1. Adjust the angle of the implement to 1. Adjust the position of the implement the desired position by shorting or evenly by moving the lifting rod. lengthening the Top Link.
Page 67 THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR 6-3 DRAWBAR ADJUSTMENT OF CHECK LINKS ADJUSTING DRAWBAR LENGTH NOTE The rear wheel must not interfere with the check link or the lower link when you control the check link. 069O602A 069O603A (1) Check Link (2) Pin (1) PTO Shaft (3) Drawbar (2) Drawbar Pin...
Page 69 3-POINT HITCH CONTROL SYSTEM HYDRAULIC UNIT AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS...
Page 70 Unless corrected, the unit will be dama- ged. Contact your KIOTI Dealer for adjustment.
Page 71 HYDRAULIC UNIT 7-3 AUXILIARY HYARAULICS 3-POINT HITCH LOWERING SPEED JOY STICK LEVER MIXED CONTROL 069O703A 069O704A 069O705A (1) Ground Surface (2) Soft Soil (1) 3-point hitch lowering speed knob (3) Implement Penetratrion Limit (A) Lock ) Slow ) Fast In draft control, when draft decreases, The lowering speed of the 3-point hitch Joystick valve/lever is installed by stan- the implement automatically lowers to in-...
Page 72 NOTE system to power front loader, do cylinders. Your local KIOTI Dealer can supply not operate boom and bucket cyl- Never leave the bucket in the raised parts to adapt couplers to hydraulic position. Otherwise it may.
Page 73 HYDRAULIC UNIT 7-5 069O708A (1) Lever1 (2) Lever2 1,2 Remote control valve lever Pressure Returning Lever 1 Push Pull Port Lever 2 Push Pull Port Coupler size Port A B PT 1 / 2 Port C D...
Page 74 7-6 DK55 HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT USE REFERENCE CHART In order to handle the hydraulics properly, the operator must be familiar with the following. Though this information may not be applicable to all types of implements and soil conditions, it is useful for general conditions.
Page 75 WHEELS, TIRES AND TIRES TREAD TREAD BALLAST...
Page 76 8-2 DK55 TIRES INFLATION PRESSURE WARNING C l a s s i f i - Inflation Tire Size cation Pressure Do not use tires larger than speci- 140 kPa fied. 9.5 - 20 Front Do not attempt to mount a tire.
Page 77 WHEELS, TIRES AND TREAD 8-3 TREAD FRONT WHEELS 069O802A 069O803A Front axle is not adjustable. Check and (1) Bolt (2) Rim Bolt (3) Disc tighten as instructed. When working the fields where plants IMPORTANT IMPORTANT are in rows, it is necessary to change the wheel tread so that the tires would Follow same checking procedure Always attach tires as shown in...
Page 78 8-4 DK55 REAR WHEELS Remove rim bolts, slide in peripheral di- rection to move to outside or inside of disk and set. Change the left with the right tire, and set to the inside or outside of the disk. Change the direction of the disk.
Page 79 Remove weight where it is no longer available or liquid may be added to the needed. Front weights are available from tires. Consult your KIOTI Dealer for the your KIOTI Dealer. Your dealer can help correct ballasting necessary for your you decide how much is required for your particular application.
Page 81 SERVICE INTERVALS MAINTENANCE LUBRICANTS...
Page 82 9-2 DK55 SERVICE INTERVALS Indication on hour meter Since Purchased Period Check items 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 600 700 800 1 y r 2 y r Engine oil change Engine oil filter cartridge change...
Page 83 MAINTENANCE 9-3 LUBRICANTS To prevent serious damage by hydraulic systems, use only KIOTI genuine fluid or its equivalent. Section Capacity Lubricants No.2-D diesel fuel Fuel 68 (18.0 U.S.gal.) No.1-D diesel fuel if temperature is below -10°C (14°F) 9.5 (2.5 U.S.gal.)
Page 85 HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD DAILY CHECK EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY 200 HOURS EVERY 400 HOURS EVERY 600 HOURS PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 800 HOURS EVERY 1 YEAR EVERY 2 YEARS SERVICE AS REQUIRED STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTING THE MICRO...
Page 86 10-2 DK55 HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD DAILY CHECK WALK AROUND INSPECTION CHECKING AND REFUELING For your own safety and maximum ser- vice life of the machine, make a thorough daily inspection before operating the machine to start the engine.
Page 87 PERIODIC SERVICE 10-3 CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1. Turn the key switch to “ON”, check Carbon the amount of fuel by fuel gauge. Flash Water and Residue on, Ash, Point, Sediment, 10 percent 2. Fill fuel tank when fuel gauge shows weight % °C (°F) volume %...
Page 88 10-4 DK55 CHECKING TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL 1. Park the machine on a flat surface, CAUTION lower the implement and shut off To avoid personal injury: engine. Be sure to stop the engine be- 2. View the fluid level through the fluid fore checking the oil level.
Page 89 When cool, slowly If water should leak, consult your rotate cap to the first stop and local KIOTI Dealer. allow sufficient time for excess pressure to escape before re- moving the cap completely.
Page 90 10-6 DK55 CHECKING BRAKE AND CLUTCH CHECKING GAUGES, METER AND PEDALS EASY CHECKER 1. The brake and clutch pedals should be 1. Inspect the instrument panel for bro- CAUTION inspected for free travel, and smooth ken gauge(s), meter(s) and Easy To avoid personal injury: operation.
Page 91 PERIODIC SERVICE 10-7 EVERY 50 HOURS 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 92 10-8 DK55 EVERY 100 HOURS CHECKING WHEEL BOLT TORQUE CHANGING ENGINE OIL CAUTION To avoid personal injury: Be sure to stop the engine be- fore changing the oil. Allow engine to cool down suffici- ently, oil can be hot and can burn.
Page 93 PERIODIC SERVICE 10-9 CLEANING AIR CLEANER PRIMARY ELEMENT 1. Remove the air cleaner cover and IMPORTANT element. The air cleaner uses a dry ele- 2. Clean the element: ment, never apply oil. 1) When dry dust adheres to the Do not run the engine with filter element, blow compressed air from element removed.
Page 94 10-10 DK55 DEHYDRATE IN THE FUEL FILTER AIR MUST BE ELIMINATED FROM THE FUEL ADJUSTING FAN BELT TENSION SYSTEM IN THE FOLLOWING CASES : 1. When the fuel filter and pipes are removed. 2. When tank is completely empty. 3. After the tractor has not been used for a long period of time.
Page 95 PERIODIC SERVICE 10-11 CHECKING FUEL LINE Although checking the fuel pipe connec- 1. Stop the engine and remove the key. tion is recommended every 100 service 2. Apply moderate thumb pressure to belt hours, it should be done every 6 months between pulleys.
Page 96 10-12 DK55 ADJUSTING CLUTCH PEDAL ADJUSTING BRAKE PEDAL 25 ~ 40 mm (0.98 ~ 1.57 in.) Proper on the pedal. brake pedal Keep the free travel free travel in the right and left brake pedals equal. 1. Release parking brake.
Page 97 PERIODIC SERVICE 10-13 BATTERY BATTERY ELECTROLYTE 069OA20A 069OA21A 069OA22A (1) Plug (A) Deficient (C) Excessive (1) Battery (A) Highest Level (B) Lowest Level (B) Correct IMPORTANT WARNING WARNING Always check electrolyte level after Never remove the battery cap Gas given off by batteries is charging battery.
Page 98 10-14 DK55 OPERATING INSTRUCTION 1. Battery must be fixed tightly in case 8. Battery should be charged once each IMPORTANT holder. month when in service. When connecting the battery, do 2. The battery should be secured and 9. To charge the battery connect the not reverse the polarities.
Page 99 PERIODIC SERVICE 10-15 DIRECTION FOR STORAGE CHARGING DRY TYPE BATTERY 1. When shutting down the tractor for 1. Remove vent plugs and discard tem- 5. Batteries are preferably charged by long period of time, remove the bat- porary sealing cardboards and tapes. current showed in Table 2.
Page 100 To prevent serious damage to the little. Make sure that the engine oil does cells are all gassing freely and the engine, use only a KIOTI genuine not leak through the seal and be sure specific gravity ceases to rise for filter.
Page 101 300 service hours. It is located to To prevent serious damage to the hydrau- the right of the tractor. lic system, use only a KIOTI genuine filter. 1. Remove the drain plug at the bottom of the transmission case and drain the oil completely into the oil pan.
Page 102 10-18 DK55 CHECKING RADIATOR HOSE AND POWER STEERING LINE CLAMP PRECAUTION AT OVERHEATING Take the following actions in the event the coolant temperature be nearly or more than the boiling point, what is called “Overheating”. 1. Stop the machine operation in a safe place and keep the engine unloaded idling.
Page 103 PERIODIC SERVICE 10-19 EVERY 300 HOURS ADJUSTING TOE-IN CHANGING TRANSMISSION FLUID 069OA29A 069OA30A (1) Tie Rod (A) Wheel - to - wheel distance at rear (1) Drain Plug (2) Lock Nuts (B) Wheel - to - wheel distance at front 1.
Page 104 2. After draining reinstall the drain plug. 3. Fill with the new KIOTI TF65 fluid up to 069OA32A 069OA33A the upper line of the gauge.
Page 105 EVERY 400 HOURS EVERY 600 HOURS EVERY 800 HOURS CHANGING FRONT AXLE CASE OIL ADJUSTING FRONT AXLE PIVOT ADJUSTING ENGINE VALVE CLEAR- ANCE Consult your local Kioti DEALER for this service. 069OA34A 069OA35A (1) Filling Plug (3) Drain Plug (1) Center Bolt (2) Oil Level Check Plug 1.
Page 106 10-22 DK55 EVERY 1 YEAR EVERY 2 YEARS REPLACING AIR CLEANER ELE- MENT (See “Cleaning Air Cleaner Element” in every 100 hours maintenance.) 069OA36A 069OA37A (1) Drain Cock (1) Radiator Cap (2) Recovery Tank (A) Full (B) Low IMPORTANT CAUTION...
Page 107 10.Check coolant level of recovery tank will react with the radiator cleaning Anti-freeze °C °F °C °F and add coolant if necessary. agent forming sludge which will af- fect the engine parts.) Coolant DK55 capacity (2.51 U.S.gals.)
Page 108 10-24 DK55 SERVICE AS REQUIRED DRAINING CLUTCH HOUSING REPLACING RADIATOR HOSE STEERING WHEEL WATER (WATER PIPES) Replace the hoses and clamps. (See “Checking Radiator Hose and Clamp” in every 200 hours maintenance.) REPLACING POWER STEERING HOSE Replace the hoses and clamps.
Page 109 PERIODIC SERVICE 10-25 MICRO SWITCH’S HEIGHT 069OA41A 069OA40A (1) Lifting Arm (2) Lower Link (1) Bracket 1 (3) Bolt (5) Position Lever (A) 600 ~ 650mm (23.6 ~ 26.0 in.) (2) Bracket 2 (4) Micro Switch (A) 0.5 ~ 1.0mm (0.196 ~ 0.0393 in.) (B) 1120mm (44.1in) If you have assembled the micro switch at the fender according to the assembly...
Page 110 Failure to follow this procedure may result in se- rious damage to the tractor electrical system. Refer to the troubleshoot- ing section of this manual or your local Kioti Dealer for specific informa- tion dealing with electrical problems.
Page 111 PERIODIC SERVICE 10-27 REPLACING LIGHT BULB PROTECTED CIRCUIT 1. Head lights and rear combination lights: Take the bulb out of the light body and FUSE Capacity Protected circuit ROPS replace with a new one. 2. Other lights: Timer relay Detach the lens and replace the bulb. Pto relay Tail/ High low beam Capacity...
Page 113 TRACTOR STORAGE STORAGE REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE...
Page 114 11-2 DK55 TRACTOR 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 en- dures will insure that the tractor is ready gine running.
Page 115 STORAEG 11-3 REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE 10. Keep the tractor in a dry place where 1. Check the tire air pressure and inflate the tractor is sheltered from rain. the tires if they are low. Cover the tractor. 2. Jack the tractor up and remove the 11.
Page 117 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING TRACTOR TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING...
Page 118 Fuel injection timing is wrong - Adjust injection timing. - The injection timing (before top dead center) DK55 : 12° (0.2 rad) Engine oil become thick in cold weather and - Change grade of oil according to the weather (temperature).
Page 119 - Check to see if bearing clearance are within factory specs. - Check engine timing. Valve out of adjustment - Adjusting timing (See to WSM) DK55 - Adjust to proper valve clearance of inlet 0.2 mm (0.008 in.), exhaust 0.2 mm (0.008 in.) with engine cold.
Page 120 12-4 DK55 WHEN COLOR OF EXHAUST IS SPECIALLY BAD Cause Countermeasures Fuel governing device is bad - Contact dealer for repairs. Fuel is of extremely poor quality - Select good quality fuel oil. No. 2 diesel only. Nozzle is bad - If necessary, replace with new nozzle.
Page 121 TROUBLESHOOTING 12-5 WHEN ENGINE MUST BE STOPPED IMMEDIATELY Cause Countermeasures Speed suddenly decreases or increases - Check the adjustments and timing of injection and the fuel system. Unusual sound is heard suddenly - Check all moving parts carefully. Color of exhaust suddenly turns dark - Check the fuel injection system, especially the fuel injection nozzle.
Page 122 12-6 DK55 BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING Condition of Battery Cause Countermeasure Cause Starter does not function - Key is not “ON” - Turn key “ON” - Battery is over-used until light - Charge for long period by ordi- - Do not overuse the battery becomes dim.
Page 123 EXTERNAL NAME OF THE CABIN REAR WINDOW ENTRANCE ON EITHER SIDE CABIN ( if installed ) INTERNAL ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM...
Page 124 13-2 DK55 EXTERNAL NAME OF THE REAR WINDOW ENTRANCE ON EITHER SIDE CABIN 069OD01A 069OD02A 069OD03A (1) Working Lamp(Front) (3) Rear View Mirror (1) Handle Of Rear Window (1) Handle Of Entrance (2) Working Lamp(Rear) (4) Wiper (2) Button (2) Button 1.
Page 125 CABIN (if installed) 13-3 INTERNAL ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM 069OD04A 069OD05A (1) Door Hanger(LH,RH) (1) Front Wiper Operating Switch (5) Air conditioner (9) Air Outlet(Cool) (2) Working Light(Rear) (6) Cassette Tape Recorder (10) Rear Wiper Operating Switch (3) Working Light(Front) (7) Room Lamp (11) Room Mirror When operating the tractor with the doors (4) Heater switch...
Page 126 13-4 DK55 WORKING LIGHT (FRONT/REAR) WIPER WARNING You may use general tap water as the washing fluid. But it is better to use the washer fluid for auto- mobile if possible. You have to use it especially in winter. If you operate the windshield wiper without the washer fluid, it will damage the motor.
Page 127 CABIN (if installed) 13-5 HEATER AIR CONDITIONER 069OD08A 069OD09A 069OD10A (1) Heater Switch (1) Warm Air Outlet (1) Wind Volume Adjusting Switch (2) Temp. Adjusting Lnob (3) Cold Air Outlet HEATER SWITCH ADJUSTMENT OF THE DIRECTION OF You can adjust wind volume three stages THE WIND as “LOW”, “MEDIUM”, “HIGH”.
Page 128 13-6 DK55 CASSETTE TAPE RECORDER HINTS FOR AIR CONDITIONER USE 1. The air conditioning system uses the Therefore, compressor oil should always new refrigerant HFC-134a. Therefore, be changed or refilled with prescribed if you put old refrigerant CFC-12 by amount as the refrigerant.
Page 129 CABIN (if installed) 13-7 INDOOR LAMP SUNROOF 069OD12A 069OD13A 069OD14A (1) Antenna (1) Indoor Lamp (1) Sunroof INSERTING A CASSETTE TAPE 1. You can use it, to let the fresh air in If you press the symbol , the indoor the cap.
Page 130 13-8 DK55 ACCESSORIES 1. To increase more convenience in the cabin, the accessories are attached. 2. Cigar jack for vehicle, ash tray, room mirror, and clothes hanger are equipped so that it brings you more comfort. 069OD15A (1) Cigar Jack...
Page 131 INDEX...
Page 132 14-2 DK55 3-point hitch control system ..... 7-2 Checking head light, hazard light etc. 10-6 3-point hitch lowering speed ... 7-3 Checking radiator hose and clamp 10-18 Ballast ..........8-5 3-point hitch ........6-2 Checking seat belt and ROPS ..10-6 Battery charge lamp ......
Page 133 INDEX 14-3 Engine oil pressure warning lamp ... 4-8 Engine stop switch ......4-4 Hand throttle ........4-14 Main shift lever & hi-lo shift lever ..4-12 Engine troubleshooting ....12-2 Handling the tractor on the farm ..5-7 Micro switch's height ....10-25 Entrance on either side ....
Page 134 14-4 DK55 PTO change lever ......4-13 Selecting front ballast ....... 8-5 PTO lamp indicator ......4-7 Selection travel speed ...... 5-3 Urgent stop ......... 5-6 PTO safety switch ......4-13 Service as required ....... 10-24 Use of the differential lock ....5-8 PTO switch (manual/automatic) ..
Page 135 SERVICE RECORD Hour Meter DATE CODE NO DESCRIPTION Ref.No REMARKS...

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