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Kubota KJ-S130VX Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2 WARNING Before the generator can be connected to a building's electrical system, a licensed electrician must install an isolation (transfer) switch in the building's main fuse box. The switch is the connection point for generator power and allows selection of generator or main line power to the building.
  • Page 3 FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA Diesel Engine Generator. This gen- erator is a product of KUBOTA quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of fine materials, under a rigid quality control system. And will give you long, satisfactory service.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION ........................1 SERVICING OF GENERATOR....................... 1 SPECIFICATIONS .......................... 2 General Type (50 Hz) ......................2 General Type (60 Hz) ......................3 AUS Type (50 Hz) ........................4 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND PART NAMES ................5 Control Panel ........................... 5 Part Names ..........................
  • Page 5 CONTENTS MAINTENANCE .......................... 23 SERVICE INTERVALS ......................24 DAILY CHECK ........................... 25 Walk around Inspection ......................25 Checking Engine Oil Level ....................25 Checking Coolant Level ......................26 Checking Fuel Level and Refueling ..................26 INITIAL 50 HOURS ........................26 Changing Engine Oil Initially (See Changing Engine Oil in EVERY 250 HOURS) ....
  • Page 6 CONTENTS TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... 36 Generator Troubleshooting ....................36 When it is Difficult to Start the Engine ................37 When Starter does not Start ....................37 When Output is Insufficient ....................38 When Engine Suddenly Stops ..................... 38 When Color of Exhaust Smoke is Black and Excessive ............. 38 When Engine must be Stopped Immediately..............
  • Page 7 SAFE OPERATION SAFE OPERATION Careful operation is your best insurance against an accident. Read and understand this operator’s manual carefully before operating the generator. All operators, no matter how much experience they may have had, should read this manual and all labels on the generator before operating the generator.
  • Page 8 SAFE OPERATION CHECK BEFORE OPERATION & STARTING THE ENGINE ¡ Always turn off the circuit breaker and all switches for the electrical devices before starting the generator. ¡ Check the wiring and connections of the electrical devices before starting the generator. ¡...
  • Page 9 SAFE OPERATION KEEP THE AREA AROUND THE ENGINE CLEAN ¡ Be sure to stop the engine before cleaning. ¡ Keep the engine clean and free of accumulated dirt, grease and trash to avoid a fire. Store flammable fluids away from sparks and fire.
  • Page 10 SAFE OPERATION EXHAUST GASES & FIRE PREVENTION ¡ Engine exhaust fumes can be very harmful if allowing them to accumulate. Be sure to run the engine in a well ventilated place and where there are no people or livestock near the generator. ¡...
  • Page 11 SAFE OPERATION ESCAPING FLUID ¡ Relieve all pressure in the oil and the cooling systems before any lines, fittings or related items are removed or disconnected. ¡ Be alert for possible pressure when disconnecting any device from a system that utilizes pressure. DO NOT check for pressure leaks with your hand.
  • Page 12 SAFE OPERATION CAUTIONS AGAINST BURNS & BATTERY EXPLOSION ¡ To avoid burns, be alert for hot components, e.g. muffler, muffler cover, radiator, pipes, hoses, engine body, coolant, engine oil, etc. during operation and just after the engine has been shut off.
  • Page 13 SAFE OPERATION CONDUCTING SAFETY CHECKS & MAINTENANCE ¡ Know how to stop the generator quickly, and understand operation of all the controls. DO NOT permit anyone to operate the generator without proper instruction. ¡ When checking engine or servicing, place the generator in an open area and level ground.
  • Page 14 DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS Pay special attention to all labels on the generator. Refer to following representations for labels used on the KJ-Series Generator. Labels are available individually from your KUBOTA Dealer. (5) Part No. G3907-8832-0 (1) Part No. G3341-8851-0 (6) Part No.
  • Page 15 SAFE OPERATION (9) Part No. G3781-8825-0 (10) Part No. G3102-8806-0 (11) Part No. G3341-8895-0 (12) Part No. G3341-8822-0 zFor AUS Typex zFor General Typex...
  • Page 16 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 danger, warning and caution label(s) affixed is replaced with new part, make sure new label(s) is (are) attached in the same location(s) as the replaced component.

  • Page 17: Safe Operation

    However, when in need of parts or major service, be sure to see your KUBOTA dealer. For service, contact the KUBOTA Dealership from which you purchased your generator or your local KUBOTA dealer. When in need of parts, be prepared to give your dealer the generator and engine serial numbers.

  • Page 18: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS a General Type (50Hz) Model Unit KJ-S130VX KJ-T130DX KJ-T180VX KJ-T300 Generator Generator type PX-316KU1 PX-312KU3 PX-316KU3 PX-322KE3 Revolving field, self-excited brushless AC generator Type 12.5 12.5 18.0 30.0 Rated output 12.5 10.0 14.4 24.0 No. of phase 1 Phase 4 wires...

  • Page 19: General Type (60Hz)

    SPECIFICATIONS a General Type (60Hz) Model Unit KJ-S150VX KJ-T160DX KJ-T210VX Generator Generator type PX-316KU1 PX-312KU3 PX-316KU3 Type Revolving field, self-excited brushless AC generator 15.0 15.6 21.0 Rated output 15.0 12.5 16.8 No. of phase 1 Phase 4 wires 3 Phases 12 wires Power factor Continuous Rating...

  • Page 20: Aus Type (50Hz)

    SPECIFICATIONS a AUS Type (50Hz) Model Unit KJ-S130VX-AUS KJ-T130DX-AUS KJ-T180VX-AUS KJ-S240-AUS KJ-T300-AUS Generator Generator type PX-316KU1 PX-312KU3 PX-316KU3 PX-322KE1 PX-322KE3 Type Revolving field, self-excited brushless AC generator 12.5 12.5 18.0 Rated output 12.5 10.0 14.4 1 Phase 4 1 Phase 4 3 Phases 12 No.

  • Page 21: Instrument Panel And Part Names

    INSTRUMENT PANEL AND PART NAMES INSTRUMENT PANEL AND PART NAMES a Control Panel 3 Phases Type [KJ-T130DX, KJ-T180VX, KJ-T300, KJ-T160DX, 1 Phase Type KJ-T210VX] [KJ-S130VX, KJ-S150VX] [KJ-S240-AUS] [KJ-T300-AUS] (1) A.C. Voltmeter (10) Main switch (key) (2) Frequency meter (11) Circuit breaker (3) A.C.

  • Page 22: Part Names

    (7) Fuel tank (6) Radiator top cover (7) Door handle (8) Fuel tank tap (9) Fuel filter cartridge (8) Stop knob (for KJ-S130VX, KJ-T130VX, KJ-T180VX) (10) Stop lever (9) Load center cover (10) Stop switch (for KJ-S240, KJ-T300) (11) Battery...

  • Page 23: Preparation For First Operation

    PREPARATION FOR FIRST OPERATION PREPARATION FOR FIRST OPERATION ¡ Keep all sparks and flames away CAUTION: To avoid personal injury: from the battery and fuel tank. A ¡ To avoid personal injury from battery, especially when charging, contact with moving parts; will give off hydrogen and oxygen ¡...

  • Page 24: Engine Oil

    Capacity system damage from freezing or overheating. KJ-T130DX, KJ-T160DX, Pre-mix antifreeze before adding to the radiator. KJ-T130DX-AUS Use permanent type 50/50 mix anti-freeze. KJ-S130VX, KJ-S150VX, Do not intermix different brands. KJ-T180VX, KJ-T210VX, KJ-S130VX-AUS, KJ-T180VX-AUS KJ-T300, KJ-S240-AUS, KJ-T300-AUS 13.2 (1) Radiator top cover...

  • Page 25: Fuel

    (1) Fuel gauge (B) “LOW” Fuel tank capacity liters a Fuel Model Capacity WARNING: KJ-S130VX, KJ-T130DX, KJ-T180VX, KJ-S150VX, KJ-T160DX, KJ-T210VX, To avoid personal injury: KJ-S130VX-AUS, KJ-T130DX-AUS, ¡ DO NOT refuel when engine is KJ-T180VX-AUS running or hot. KJ-T300, KJ-S240-AUS, KJ-T300-AUS ¡...

  • Page 26: Bleeding Air From The Fuel Lines

    NOTE: followed to assure compliance and safe operation. Always bleed the air completely in the following A grounding lug is provided on the Kubota generator circumstances. frame for earth grounding depending on local, state, ¡ When adding fuel into an empty tank.
  • Page 27 Commutator Induction Fluorescent lighting and indoor heaters motor motor 0.4 to 0.6 incandescent lighting 12.5 kVA 8.0 kVA KJ-S130VX Outdoor incandescent light –– (12.5 kW) (6.4 kW) and heaters 24.0 kVA 15.0 kVA AC arc welder 0.4 to 0.6 KJ-S240 ––...

  • Page 28: Pre-Operation Check

    PRE-OPERATION CHECK PRE-OPERATION CHECK DAILY CHECK To prevent problems from occurring, it is important to know the conditions of the generator well. Always perform the following check items before starting the generator. CAUTION: To avoid personal injury: ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Before checking or servicing the generator, make sure it is on a level surface with the engine shut off.

  • Page 29: Operating The Engine

    (1) Fuel tank tap (A) “OPEN” control panel. CAUTION: [KJ-S130VX, KJ-S150VX] To avoid personal injury: ¡ N e v e r o p e n t h e d o o r o r generator side cover while the engine is running.

  • Page 30: Starting The Engine

    COLD WEATHER STARTING temperature lamp are OFF. . Turn the main switch (key) to the [KJ-S130VX, KJ-S150VX] “GLOW” position until the glow plug indicator goes off. Shown below are the standard preheating times for low temperatures.

  • Page 31: Precaution Overheating

    OPERATING THE ENGINE . Close the fuel tank tap. . Turn the key to the “START” position and the engine should start. (If the engine fails to start after 10 seconds, turn off the key for 30 seconds. Then repeat steps (5) and (6). To protect the battery and the starter, make sure that the starter is not continuously turned for more than 10 seconds.)

  • Page 32: Stop Switch (Aus Type)

    NOTE: ¡ If the main switch (key) can not stop the engine, consult your local KUBOTA dealer. z z z z z Engine model : D1703-EBG, V2203-EBGx x x x x (1) Stop switch...

  • Page 33: Warming Up

    OPERATING THE ENGINE a Connecting the Load (General type) WARMING UP WARNING: Be sure to warm up the engine, not only in winter, but To avoid personal injury: also in warmer seasons. An insufficiently warmed-up ¡ Connect or disconnect the load engine can shorten its service life.
  • Page 34 OPERATING THE ENGINE v Single phase 3 terminal type ¡ For single phase Power Source: Use O-U ¡) KJ-S130VX ¡) KJ-T130DX, KJ-T180VX, KJ-T300 Use U-N 50Hz 110V 50Hz 220,240V Use U-V Use O-U ¤) KJ-T160DX, KJ-T210VX 50Hz 220V ™) KJ-S150VX...

  • Page 35: Connecting The Load (Aus Type)

    OPERATING THE ENGINE ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ For Single Phase Power Source: Use U-V ¡) KJ-T130DX, KJ-T180VX, KJ-T300 50Hz 220,380,415V single phase Use U-V ¤) KJ-T160DX, KJ-T210VX 60Hz 220,380V single phase (1) Circuit breaker (2) Circuit breakers for sockets [KJ-S240-AUS] (1) Electric Drill (2) Motor Pump...
  • Page 36 OPERATING THE ENGINE v KJ-S240 2. Connect the load to the A.C. sockets. Use U-V ¡) KJ-S130VX-AUS 50Hz 240V (1) Light (4) Electric Drill (2) Television (5) Motor Pump (3) Air conditioner ™) KJ-T130DX-AUS, KJ-T180VX-AUS v KJ-T300 50Hz 240/415V ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ For 3 phase power source Use U-V-W 2.

  • Page 37: Operating The Generator

    . Start the engine according to the direction. "OPERATING THE ENGINE" ¡ Set voltage to the same as devices being used. [KJ-S130VX, KJ-S240, KJ-S150VX] . Warm the engine with section load. . Turn ON the circuit breaker. IMPORTANT: ¡ When there is a severe overload or single phase short circuit in the wiring of the three phase generator, the circuit breaker turns OFF.

  • Page 38: Operating Procedure To Stop Supplying The Electric Power

    OPERATING THE GENERATOR OPERATING PROCEDURE TO STOP . Turn the fuel tank tap to the “OFF” position. SUPPLYING THE ELECTRIC POWER . Turn OFF all electrical device switches for connected loads. . Turn OFF the circuit breaker. (1) Fuel tank tap (A) “OFF”...

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    ¡ DO NOT mix different types of Anti-freeze. The mixture can produce chemical reaction causing harm. Use approved or genuine KUBOTA Anti-freeze. ¡ Be mindful of the environment and the ecology. Before draining any fluids, find out the correct way of disposing of them.

  • Page 40: Service Intervals

    *4 Replace earlier if necessary. ¡ The items listed above (@ marked) are registered as emission related critical parts by KUBOTA in the U.S. EPA non-road emission regulation. As the engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance on the engine according to the above instruction.

  • Page 41: Daily Check

    MAINTENANCE NOTE: Lubricating oil With the emission control now in effect, the CF-4 and CG-4 lubricating oils have been developed for use of a low- sulfur fuel for on-road vehicle engines. When an off-road vehicle engine runs on a high-sulfur fuel, it is advisable to employ the CF, CD or CE lubricating oil with a high total base number.

  • Page 42: Checking Coolant Level

    ¡ Use clean, fresh water and anti-freeze to fill the reserve tank. ¡ If coolant should be leak, consult your local KUBOTA dealer. Do not mix brands. a Checking Fuel Level and Refueling CAUTION: To avoid personal injury: ¡...

  • Page 43: Every 100 Hours

    MAINTENANCE EVERY 100 HOURS z z z z z Engine model : V3300-EBGx x x x x If the air cleaner is equipped with the secondary element, start it in the following manner : a Cleaning Air Cleaner Element Take steps (1) through (4) foregoing. Since the air cleaner employed on this engine is a dry 5.

  • Page 44: Evacuator Valve

    MAINTENANCE a Evacuator Valve a Inspection Fuel Line Open the evacuator valve once a week under ordinary Check and retighten the fuel conditions - or daily when used in dusty condition - to Every 100 hours line clamps get rid of large particles of dust and dirt. Replace the fuel filter Every 500 hours IMPORTANT:...

  • Page 45: Fuel Line Air Bleeding

    MAINTENANCE a Fuel Line Air Bleeding EVERY 250 HOURS 1. Fill the fuel tank with fuel. 2. Open the fuel tank tap. a Changing Engine Oil 3. Turn the plug counterclockwise on the filter two or three times. IMPORTANT: 4. If there is no air in the fuel, tighten the plug. ¡...

  • Page 46: Radiator Hose Inspection

    Model Capacity To avoid personal injury: KJ-T130DX, KJ-T160DX zEngine model : D1703x ¡ Be sure to stop the engine and KJ-S130VX, KJ-S150VX, remove the key before checking KJ-T180VX, KJ-T210VX the belt tension. zEngine model : V2203x KJ-S240, KJ-T300 ¡ Be sure to reinstall the detached 13.2...

  • Page 47: Every 500 Hours

    MAINTENANCE a Replacing Fuel Filter Cartridge EVERY 500 HOURS Replace the fuel filter cartridge every 500 hours of use, using the following procedure. a Replacing Oil Filter Cartridge 1. Replace the oil filter cartridge every 500 hours of 1. Close the fuel tank tap. use.

  • Page 48: Replacing Oil Filter Cartridge

    MAINTENANCE a Cleaning the Water Separator (Sedimenter) EVERY 1000 HOURS z z z z z Engine model : V3300-EBGx x x x x ¡ Every 250 hours of operation, clean the fuel filter in a Replacing Air Cleaner Element a clean place to prevent dust contamination. (See “Cleaning Air Cleaner Element”...

  • Page 49: Battery

    MAINTENANCE BATTERY ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ When disconnecting the cable from the battery, start with the negative terminal, and when WARNING connecting them, start with the To avoid personal injury. ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ Be careful not to let the battery positive terminal first.

  • Page 50: Direction For Long Term Storage

    MAINTENANCE When battery boost starting engine, follow the instructions below to safely start the engine. Bring helper battery of the same voltage as disabled generator within easy cable reach. Put on safety goggles and rubber gloves. Ensure the vent caps are securely in place. (if equipped) Cover vent caps with damp rags.

  • Page 51: Transporting/Storage

    TRANSPORTING/STORAGE TRANSPORTING/STORAGE a Transporting a Lifting Procedure CAUTION: CAUTION: To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: ¡ W h e n t r a n s p o r t i n g t h e ¡ Use hangers and wire ropes generator, remove the negative which are strong enough to 1 1 1 1 1 battery cable, close the fuel...

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION: To avoid personal injury: ¡ Always perform all checks with engine stopped and cool to the touch except for those checks in which operation is required. ¡ DO NOT touch the charging section during operation. ¡ Avoid any contact with rotating fan during operation. If the engine does not function properly, use the following chart to identify and correct the cause.

  • Page 53: When It Is Difficult To Start The Engine

    *In winter, always remove battery discharged and from machine, charge fully and the engine will not keep indoors. crank. Install in machine at time of use. NOTE: ¡ If the cause of trouble cannot be found, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 54: When Output Is Insufficient

    TROUBLESHOOTING a When Output is Insufficient a When Engine Suddenly Stops Cause Countermeasures Cause Countermeasures *Clean orifice and needle valve, *Check the fuel tank and refill the being very careful not to damage fuel, if necessary. Carbon stuck Lack of fuel the nozzle orifice.

  • Page 55: When Engine Must Be Stopped Immediately

    TROUBLESHOOTING a When a When Engine Overheats Engine must Stopped Immediately...
  • Page 56 TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 57: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM a Engine Circuit Diagram for D1703, V2203...
  • Page 58 WIRING DIAGRAM a Engine Circuit Diagram for V3300...
  • Page 59 WIRING DIAGRAM a Generator Circuit Diagram KJ-S130VX (220/110V) 50Hz, KJ-S150VX (240/120V) 60Hz, KJ-S150VX (220/110V) 60Hz...
  • Page 60 WIRING DIAGRAM a Generator Circuit Diagram KJ-T130DX (380/220V) 50Hz, KJ-T160DX (380/220V) 60Hz KJ-T180VX (380/220V) 50Hz, KJ-T210VX (380/220V) 60Hz, KJ-T300 (380/220V) 50Hz...
  • Page 61 WIRING DIAGRAM a Generator Circuit Diagram KJ-T160DX (220/127V) 60Hz, KJ-T210VX (220/127V) 60Hz...
  • Page 62 WIRING DIAGRAM a Generator Circuit Diagram KJ-T130DX (415/240V) 50Hz, KJ-T180VX (415/240V) 50Hz...
  • Page 63 WIRING DIAGRAM a Generator Circuit Diagram KJ-S130VX-AUS (240V) 50Hz...
  • Page 64 WIRING DIAGRAM a Generator Circuit Diagram KJ-T130DX-AUS (415/240V) 50Hz, KJ-T180VX-AUS (415/240V) 50Hz...
  • Page 65 WIRING DIAGRAM a Generator Circuit Diagram KJ-S240-AUS (240V) 50Hz...
  • Page 66 WIRING DIAGRAM a Generator Circuit Diagram KJ-T300-AUS (415/240V) 50Hz...

  • Page 67: Operation And Inspection Of The Emergency Relay

    OPERATION AND INSPECTION OF THE EMERGENCY RELAY OPERATION AND INSPECTION OF THE EMERGENCY RELAY This is an automatic engine stopping device in case of abnormal oil pressure or water temperature. This device senses any abnormal oil pressure or water temperature occurring during engine operation, and activates the stop solenoid to cut off fuel to the fuel injection pump and stop the engine.

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