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MODEL U17
English (U.S.A.)
U
1BAABBKAP0850
Code No. RA238-8151-3
17
©
KUBOTA Corporation 2008
PRINTED IN JAPAN

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  • Page 1 MODEL U17 English (U.S.A.) 1BAABBKAP0850 Code No. RA238-8151-3 © KUBOTA Corporation 2008 PRINTED IN JAPAN...
  • Page 2 LIST OF ABBREVIATION Abbreviations Description American Petroleum Institute ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials, USA CECE Commitee for European Construction Machinery German Institute for Standards, Federal Republic of Germany European Standard Front “Front” means the front view towards the boom and dozer High speed International Organization for Standardization...
  • Page 3 GENERAL SYMBOLS The instruments and operation elements have been marked with a series of symbols in order to simplify the operation of your excavator. These symbols are listed below with the respective descriptions. “ ” Bucket dump Safety alert Symbol ’...
  • Page 4 FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA excavator. This excavator is a product of KUBOTA quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of the fine materials and under rigid quality control systems. It will give you long, satisfactory service. To obtain the best use of your excavator, please read this manual carefully.
  • Page 5 SAFETY FIRST This symbol, the industry’s “Safety Alert Symbol” , is used throughout this manual and on labels on the machine itself to warn of the possibility of personal injury. Read these instructions carefully. It is essential that you read the instructions and safety regulations before you attempt to assemble or use this unit.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS TWO PATTERN SELECTION SAFE OPERATION ......1 SYSTEM (TPSS) .....37 OPERATION OF THE BOOM ..38 DEALER SERVICE ......15 OPERATION OF THE ARM ..38 OPERATION OF BUCKET ...39 TECHNICAL DATA ......16 SWIVEL (UNIT SWING) OPERATION ......39 Operating Instructions BOOM SWING OPERATION ..40 BOOM SWING PEDAL ....40 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION OF...
  • Page 8 EVERY 3000 SERVICE HOURS ...70 ANNUAL SERVICING ....70 BIENNIAL SERVICING ....70 OTHER SERVICING .....71 OTHER ADJUSTMENTS AND REPLACEMENTS ......72 TROUBLESHOOTING ......77 KUBOTA I.C.S. NAVIGATION LIST OF ERROR CODE ....79 OPERATION UNDER COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS ....83 PREPARATION FOR OPERATION IN COLD WEATHER ....83 PROCEDURE AFTER DONE WORK ......83...

  • Page 9: Safe Operation

    3. For your safety, a ROPS/OPG (Top Guard Level I) with a seat belt is installed by KUBOTA. A ROPS: Roll-Over Protective Structure A OPG (Top Guard Level I): Operator Protective Guards of Top Guard Level I...
  • Page 10 6. Track can be set at the narrow width 39in. (990mm) and the standard width 49in. (1240mm). (for details see “OPERATION OF TRACK WIDTH CHANGE AND DOZER”) Do not operate in narrow track width 39in. (990mm), it makes risk of the excavator tipping over, operate always in standard track width 49in.
  • Page 11 2. Start and control the excavator only from 14. Use only KUBOTA authorized the operator’s seat. The driver should attachments. not lean out of his seat when the engine 15.
  • Page 12 5. Make sure that the dozer is on the front u Safety for children side. (The dozer must be raised.) If the Tragedy can occur if the operator is not levers are activated with the dozer on the alert to the presence of children. Children rear end, the driving direction is in the generally are attached to machines and the opposite direction of the drive levers.
  • Page 13 5. Be aware of and use optional equipment u Avoiding crystalline silica (quartz) dust controls such as water sprays, local To avoid serious injury or death from silica exhaust ventilation, and enclosed cabs dust: with positive pressure air conditioning Avoid exposure to dust containing crystalline if the machine has such equipment.
  • Page 14 3. AFTER OPERATION 4. SAFE LOADING AND TRANSPORT OF THE EXCAVATOR Before leaving the machine, l Bring the excavater on a firm, flat and 1. Observe all regulations concerning the level surface. transport of excavators on public roads. l Lower the attachments and the dozer 2.
  • Page 15 5. Do not brake abruptly with the excavator 6. To avoid short-circuiting the battery, loaded. Mortal accidents could happen. always remove the earth cable first and attach the plus cable first. 6. If the excavator is used to tow another machine, the load must be smaller than 7.
  • Page 16 Always use safety struts exhaust leaks or fractured parts are or other appropriate supports. found, repairs must be completed prior 16. KUBOTA uses no parts which are lined to operation. with asbestos. Do not use these kind of l Always...
  • Page 17 6. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS (1) Code No. RA238-5747-1 (2) Code No. RA228-5733-1 (3) Code No. TC650-6597-1...
  • Page 18 (1) Code No. RC418-5753-1 (2) Code No. RA228-5762-1 (3) Code No. RB456-5795-1 (4) Code No. 3B791-9870-1 [Both sides]...
  • Page 19 (1) Code No. RC418-5728-4 (3) Code No. RC418-5733-5 (2) Code No. RC418-5727-4 (5) Code No. RA228-5751-2 (4) Code No. RD809-5738-2 (6) Code No. 6C300-4744-1 (7) Code No. RA028-5835-1 1BAAAARAP1000...
  • Page 20 (1) Code No. RC108-5718-1 (2) Code No. RA228-5728-2 [Both sides] (4) Code No. RA228-5776-1 (6) Code No. RC108-5796-1 (3) Code No. RD358-5736-1 [Both sides] Diesel fuel only No fire (5) Code No. 68328-5735-1 [Both sides] (7) Code No. RB419-5796-2 [Both sides]...
  • Page 21 (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 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 23: Dealer Service

    DEALER SERVICE Your KUBOTA dealer is always ready to help so that your excavator offers the best performance. After having carefully read these instructions, you will realize that much of the routine maintenance can be done by yourself. Your KUBOTA dealer is responsible for servicing and the delivery of spare parts.

  • Page 24: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA KUBOTA EXCAVATOR Model name Type Canopy Operating weight 3704 (1680) lbs.(kg) (including operator's) Type Water cooled 4 cycle diesel engine with 3 cylinder Model name KUBOTA D902 Total displacement 898 (54.8) cc (cu.in) Engine kW(HP) SAE gross 12.0 (16.1)

  • Page 25: Description Of Machine Parts

    DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE PARTS DEPICTED CONTENTS (1) Arm (2) Bucket cylinder (3) Bucket link (4) Bucket (5) Swing bracket (6) Dozer cylinder (7) Dozer (8) Arm cylinder (9) Boom (10) Canopy (Rops / OPG (Top Guard Level I)) (11) Operator’s seat (12) Boom cylinder (13) Drive sprocket (14) Track roller...

  • Page 26: Instrument Panel And Control Elements

    INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROL ELEMENTS n Instrument Panel, Switches DEPICTED CONTENTS (1) Horn switch (2) LCD display (3) Starter switch (4) Working light switch (5) Working light (6) Working light (Option)
  • Page 27 n Instrument Panel DEPICTED CONTENTS (1) Speed indicator lamp (9) Coolant temperature warning lamp (2) AUX operation lamp (10) Warning lamp (3) Periodic check lamp (11) Fuel gauge (4) Clock setting request lamp (12) Coolant temperature gauge (5) Glow lamp (13) LCD display (6) Remaining fuel warning lamp (14) User setting switch (switch 2)
  • Page 28 n Control Pedals and Levers DEPICTED CONTENTS (1) Drive lever (left) (2) Control lever for front attachments (left) (3) Pilot control lock lever (4) Service port pedal (5) Drive lever (right) (6) Control lever for front attachments (right) (7) Two travel speed switch (8) Control lever for dozer or track width (9) Throttle lever (10) Boom swing pedal...

  • Page 29: Before Start

    BEFORE START DAILY CHECKS TILTING THE SEAT In order to avoid damage, it is important to CAUTION check the condition of the excavator before To avoid personal injury: starting. l Lock the lever for attachment control when tilting the seat. CAUTION To avoid personal injury: To tilt the seat forward, pull the seat tilting...
  • Page 30 2. To close the rear bonnet, make sure the u Opening/closing the left bonnet left bonnet is locked, unlock the lock 1. Remove the rubber mat off the left lever and push the rear bonnet until it bonnet side. Then undo the step fixture. clicks into position.
  • Page 31 n Opening and Closing of the Fuel n Keeping the Tools Tank Cover To open the tank cover, first insert the key into the key slot and turn it counterclockwise to unlock, then open the tank cover upward. For closing, return the tank cover to original position and turn the key clockwise to lock, then remove the key.

  • Page 32: Handling The Safety Devices

    HANDLING THE SAFETY DEVICES n Control lever lock CAUTION l When the excavator is not used or left unattended, be sure to place the lock lever in "Lock" position. The attachment control lever lock is located on the left side. (1) Pilot control lock lever (A) “Lock”...

  • Page 33: Operation Of The Engine

    OPERATION OF THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE CAUTION To avoid personal injury: l Read “SAFE OPERATION” at CAUTION the beginning of this operator's To avoid personal injury: manual. l The operator should l Obey the danger, warning and depend solely on the alarm caution labels on the excavator.
  • Page 34 3. Pull the lock lever all the way back. (lock n Display Selector Switch position). Press the display selector switch while the 4. Insert the key into the starter switch and engine is running. The electronic meter’s turn it to the "RUN" position. LCD display will change from one indication mode to the other.
  • Page 35 [ Setting the year ] u Setting the clock [ Selecting the clock setting mode ] Insert the key into the starter switch and turn it to the "RUN" position. Press switch 2 (1) and the numeric setting will be smaller. Press switch 3 (2) and the numeric setting will be larger.
  • Page 36 [ Setting the day ] [ Setting the hour ] Press switch 2 and the numeric setting will Press switch 2 and the numeric setting will be smaller. be smaller. Press switch 3 and the numeric setting will Press switch 3 and the numeric setting will be larger.
  • Page 37 n LCD Display for Normal Operation u Coolant Temperature Gauge u Fuel gauge CAUTION To avoid personal injury: CAUTION To avoid personal injury: l Do not open the radiator cap during or just after operation. l Before adding fuel, be sure to Hot coolant may gush out and stop the engine.
  • Page 38 Warnings and errors are displayed and an alarm buzzer beeps. l Let your KUBOTA dealer inform you of details concerning care and maintenance. (1) Engine oil pressure lamp (2) Warning lamp (red)
  • Page 39 Sudden abnormal noises are heard. l Exhaust is black. l Warning lamp for engine oil lights up during operation. IMPORTANT: l In these cases, the excavator must be checked and serviced by your local the KUBOTA dealer. (1) Battery charge lamp...
  • Page 40 NOTE: l If there is disconnection, failure or checked and serviced by your local breakdown in the lubricating system KUBOTA dealer. when the key is turned to ”RUN” , the following symbol will appear. n Precautions in case of overheat...

  • Page 41: Starting The Engine Under Cold Conditions

    (1) Emergency engine stop fuse (A) “OPEN” (B) “PULL OUT” NOTE: l If the engine does not stop with the key, contact your KUBOTA dealer.

  • Page 42: Starting With An Auxiliary Battery

    STARTING WITH AN AUXILIARY BATTERY CAUTION To avoid personal injury: l Battery gases can explode. Do not smoke and keep sparks and flames away. l Do not start the engine with an auxiliary battery if excavator battery is frozen. l Do not connect the black (1) Low battery jumper cable to the negative (2) Auxiliary battery...

  • Page 43: Excavator Operation

    EXCAVATOR OPERATION CONTROL OBSERVATIONS DURING n Oil Change in the Run-in Stage The lubrication oil plays a specific and OPERATION important role during the run-in phase of the excavator. The numerous movable parts are n Stop the Engine immediately if: not yet run-in, so many fine metal particles l Sudden increase or decrease in engine are generated and cause damage and...
  • Page 44 1. Adjusting the Operator’s Seat Move up the lever (2) toward (+) from the center (free state), and the spring force n Operator's Seat gets stronger. Move it down toward (-), and the spring force gets weaker. CAUTION u Travel adjustment (Horizontal) : (3) To avoid personal injury: Pull up and unlock the travel adjust lever l Make sure that the seat is...

  • Page 45: Two Pattern Selection System (Tpss)

    PATTERN SELECTION n Working Light Switch If the key in “RUN” position, the lights can SYSTEM (TPSS) be switched on by pressing the switch. CAUTION To avoid personal injury: l Study control lever pattern A and pattern B. Then choose the one which is most familiar l Position the pattern selector lever in either the left side...

  • Page 46: Operation Of The Boom

    IMPORTANT: Lever Position Pattern A Pattern B l When lowering the boom, make sure Boom down Arm up that it does not hit the dozer and that the Attachment Boom up Arm crowd bucket teeth do not touch the dozer. Control Lever Swing left Swing left...

  • Page 47: Operation Of Bucket

    OPERATION OF BUCKET SWIVEL (UNIT SWING) OPERATION To dig using the bucket, move the right CAUTION attachment control lever from the neutral To avoid personal injury: position left. Moving the control lever right, l When working groups, moves the bucket outwards and dumps its always let the others know contents.

  • Page 48: Boom Swing Operation

    BOOM SWING OPERATION BOOM SWING PEDAL 1. Step on the left side of the pedal to swing WARNING the boom to the left. To avoid personal injury or death: 2. Step on the right side of the pedal to l Always keep your toes within swing the boom to the right.

  • Page 49: Operation Of Track Width Change And Dozer

    OPERATION OF TRACK WIDTH 2. Push the control lever forward..The track width increases [from 39in. CHANGE AND DOZER to 49in. (990 mm to 1240 mm)]. Pull the control lever backward..The track width reduces [from 49in. to CAUTION 39in.
  • Page 50 n Adjustment of the Dozer Width n Operation of the Dozer For changing from standard width to narrow NOTE: width: l While operating the dozer, the track width 1. Pull out the fixing pin (2) and remove the change / dozer select lever must be set extension dozer (1).

  • Page 51: Service Port Operation

    SERVICE PORT OPERATION NOTE: l When the service port is not in use, fold the service port pedal forward. The pedal This pedal is used to operate attachments gets fixed and can be used as footrest. such as breakers. (1) Service port pedal (A) “Fix”...
  • Page 52 1. To lock the swing frame with the track n Drive Levers (Right, Left) frame, engage the swing lock pin. 2. Adjust the engine speed from idling to WARNING an intermediate speed. To avoid personal injury or death: 3. Unlock the lock lever for attachment l If the swing frame has been control.

  • Page 53: Turns

    TURNS n Travel Speed Switch CAUTION CAUTION To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: l When activating the travel l Do not change direction on speed switch, must steep slopes, or the excavator pushed down completely. could tip over. l Before changing direction,...
  • Page 54 u Change of Direction while Travelling n Spin Turn 1. While travelling forwards, bring the left When both drive levers are activated in (right) drive lever in the neutral position; the opposite directions, both track will the excavator will turn to the left (right). rotate with the same speed but in opposite directions.

  • Page 55: Up And Downhill Travelling

    While travelling uphill, keep the lower edge of the bucket approx. 8 to 16in. (20 to 40cm) above the ground. Although the KUBOTA excavator will not slip easily because of the tracks, it is safer to let the bucket slide over the ground while travelling downhill.

  • Page 56: Important Information On Excavator Operation

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON l If the water or mud level reaches higher than the top of the tracks, the swivel EXCAVATOR OPERATION bearing, swivel motor gear and ring gear may be exposed to mud, water and other l Do not try to crush concrete or boulders foreign objects.

  • Page 57: Transporting The Excavator On A Truck

    TRANSPORTING THE EXCAVATOR ON A TRUCK n Transporting on a Truck DANGER To avoid personal injury or death: l No directional changes should WARNING be made when the excavator is To avoid personal injury or death: on the ramp. Should a change l After loading the machine on of direction be necessary, drive the truck, lower the bucket and...
  • Page 58 3. For additional safety, use blocks or supports under the ramps and the truck bed. 4. Align the ramps and the tracks and then drive the excavator slowly up the ramps. After ensuring that the tracks are completely on the truck bed, swivel the upper body around to the back of the truck.

  • Page 59: Lifting Of The Excavator

    LIFTING OF THE EXCAVATOR n Safety Aspects when Lifting with DANGER Cables or Straps To avoid personal injury or death: l The correct instructions for Abide by following steps when lifting: safe handling are described 1. Do not lift loads that exceed the here.
  • Page 60 n Lifting Procedure for the Excavator WARNING To avoid personal injury or death. l Do not use the hooks on the roof of canopy and cabin for lifting the excavator. u General guidelines for lifting 1. Lifting position. (see illustration) 1) Pull in the boom towards rear.

  • Page 61: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Hour meter indicator Ref. Checkpoints Measures Interval page 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600 800 1000 2000 1 Fuel check Daily check check Daily check 2 Engine oil every 500 hrs or change ...
  • Page 62 The items listed above (@ marked) are registered as emission related critical parts by KUBOTA in the U.S.EPA nonroad 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 63: Daily Checks

    DAILY CHECKS NOTE: l Before delivery coolant were filled with 50 % water and 50 % antifreeze. For your own safety and to assure the long life of your machine, a careful check should n Check Fuel Level be made before each operation. CAUTION n Coolant Check To avoid personal injury:...
  • Page 64 If necessary, open the tank cap with the n Check Engine Oil Level starter key, and add fuel. CAUTION To avoid personal injury: l Stop the engine and remove the key before checking the oil level. Insert the engine oil dipstick fully into the prepared opening, remove again and check the oil level;...
  • Page 65 4. Should the oil level be too low, fill oil n Check Hydraulic Oil Level through the oil port before starting the engine. This step is important for the CAUTION protection of the hydraulic system. To avoid personal injury: l First lower all attachments on the ground then stop the engine and remove the key.
  • Page 66 n Lubrication Points CAUTION To avoid personal injury: l First lower all attachments on the ground then stop the engine and remove the key. l While greasing, take care not to step on the bucket teeth. l When doing excavation work in water, generously grease the following points.
  • Page 67 n Check Radiator and Oil Cooler n Cleaning of Engine and Electrical Wiring CAUTION To avoid personal injury: CAUTION l Always stop the engine and To avoid personal injury: remove the key before checking l Always stop the engine and the radiator and the oil cooler.

  • Page 68: Regular Checks And Maintenance Work

    REGULAR CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE WORK EVERY 50 SERVICE HOURS 4. A boost charge is only for emergencies. It will partially charge the battery at a high rate and in a short time. n Battery Charging When using a boost-charged battery, it is necessary to recharge the battery as CAUTION early as possible.

  • Page 69: Every 200 Service Hours

    EVERY 200 SERVICE HOURS n Inspection and Cleaning of the Air Filter Element Open the engine bonnet and remove the Do all 50 and 100 hour servicing at the same dust-cover. Take out only outer element, time. clean element, case interior reassemble.
  • Page 70 n Air Filter Maintenance n Checking the Fan Belt Tension CAUTION u Check and adjustment of the fan belt tension To avoid personal injury: l Wear eye protection. CAUTION To avoid personal injury: l First stop the engine and remove the key. l After servicing, make sure to replace the belt cover in its original position.

  • Page 71: Every 500 Service Hours

    EVERY 500 SERVICE HOURS IMPORTANT: l If the engine is run with a loose fan belt, the belt could slip and cause Do all 50, 100 and 250 hour servicing at the overheating of the engine or insufficient same time. battery charging.
  • Page 72 n Replacing Engine Filter Cartridge (Replace the engine oil filter cartridge every 500 hours, or every 1 year in the case that service hour is less than 500 hours) 1. Replace the oil filter cartridge at the same time as doing engine oil change. 2.
  • Page 73 n Drive unit Oil Change n Replacing of Fuel Filter (First Oil Change at 100 hours) CAUTION To avoid personal injury: CAUTION l Keep fire away. To avoid personal injury: l Lower attachments 1. Close the shutoff-valve of the water ground, stop engine...
  • Page 74 1. Check the battery fluid level and add n Battery Service distilled water if necessary. DANGER 2. Clean the battery caps (ventilation To avoid the possibility of a battery holes). explosion: refillable type battery, follow the instructions below. l Do not use or charge the refillable type battery if the fluid level is below the LOWER (lower limit level) mark.

  • Page 75: Every 800 Service Hours

    Contact your KUBOTA dealer for details. (1) Drain plug EVERY 800 SERVICE HOURS (1) Return filter n Checking Engine Valve Clearance Consult your local KUBOTA dealer for this IMPORTANT: service. l Always check the oil level when replacing the filter.
  • Page 76 2. Remove the drain plug on the underside n Cleaning of the Pipe filter of the of the hydraulic tank and drain the oil. Hydraulic Pilot System Dust and dirt collect on the concave side of the filter. Clean the filter by letting hydraulic oil flow through from the convex side.

  • Page 77: Every 1000 Service Hours Or Once A Year

    100 Hrs. n Checking Fuel Injection Nozzle more every 200 Hrs. (Injection Pressure) Consult your local KUBOTA dealer for this service. EVERY 2000 SERVICE HOURS Do all 50, 200, 250, 500 and 1000 hour servicing at the same time.

  • Page 78: Every 3000 Service Hours

    Check the Dynamo and Starter Motor Consult your local KUBOTA dealer for this service. EVERY 3000 SERVICE HOURS n Checking Injection Pump Consult your local KUBOTA dealer for this service. (1) Radiator hoses ANNUAL SERVICING (2) Hose clamps n Changing Radiator Coolant...

  • Page 79: Other Servicing

    OTHER SERVICING n Cleaning the Track Frame Slide Pipes When the slide pipes of the track frame are clogged or adhered with soil or sand, clean the slide pipes in the following manner according to need. WARNING To avoid the personal injury or (1) Radiator cap death: l Place the machine on even...

  • Page 80: Other Adjustments And Replacements

    OTHER ADJUSTMENTS AND REPLACEMENTS PURGING OF THE FUEL SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT OF TRACKS 1. Fill up the excavator with fuel. u To loosen the tracks, follow the following 2. Turn the starter key to the “RUN” procedure: position. 3. The fuel system will CAUTION...
  • Page 81 uTension the tracks as specified: 1. Apply grease to the grease fitting (1). (1) Grease fitting (2) Grease gun (1) Seam (Mark “oo”) (A) 0.4 to 0.6 in. (10 to 15 mm) 2. Tension the track in the lifted position, so that the distance "A"...
  • Page 82 EXCHANGE OF BUCKET TEETH n Special Information when Using Rubber Tracks AND SIDE CUTTERS [JPN BUCKET 1. When turning, make a slow swing turn. VERSION] Avoid spin turns to lessen lug wear and entry of dirt. n Bucket Tooth Replacement 2.
  • Page 83 4. Mount a new point on the adapter. n Replacing the Bucket CAUTION To avoid personal injury: l The bucket tilt over and cause accidents if in an unstable position. Therefore: 1) Only change the bucket if no other persons are in the area.
  • Page 84 FUSES n Slow Blow Fuse Slow blow fuse is provided to protect the electrical circuits. If the fusible link is blown, n Replacing Fuses check the electrical circuits for trouble and 1. Remove the cover of the fuse box. then replace with a new compatible slow 2.

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If the excavator 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 * Remove water from the fuel tank * Check fuel pipe joint bolts and nuts for...
  • Page 86 Trouble Cause Countermeasure Boom, arm, Hydraulic oil level too low * Add oil bucket, drive, swing and dozer Leakages of hoses and / or * Replace hose or joint power is too low joints Non-function of Swing lock pin is in lock * Remove swing lock pin in unlock swing motor position...

  • Page 87: Kubota I.c.s. Navigation List Of Error Code

    KUBOTA I.C.S. NAVIGATION LIST OF ERROR CODE If an error occurs with the machine, one of the following error codes appears in the LCD display. In case of a trouble, immediately contact your local dealer for inspection and repair. LCD display...
  • Page 88 (yellow) out. Oil pressure too low Stop the engine Inform your The engine oil immediately. The (red) KUBOTA dealer pressure is too low. engine may have immediately. developed a fault. Clean the radiator and check the coolant. Refill the radiator...
  • Page 89 Water temperature sensor temperature sensor to return to the error has developed a default display. Inform your fault; the coolant The functions KUBOTA dealer temperature gauge of the machine immediately. (red) does not appear in are stable but the display. overheating cannot be excluded.
  • Page 90 When the key is turned from OFF to RUN repeatedly 10 times, the message disappears. u 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.

  • Page 91: Operation Under Cold Weather Conditions

    OPERATION UNDER COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS PREPARATION FOR OPERATION IN PROCEDURE AFTER DONE WORK COLD WEATHER Clean the excavator thoroughly after work and wipe dry. Otherwise mud and earth on 1. Replace engine oil and hydraulic oil with the tracks could freeze if the temperature those of viscosities suitable for cold drops below the 0ºC mark.

  • Page 92: Long Storage

    LONG STORAGE CAUTION To avoid personal injury: l Do not clean the excavator with the engine running. l To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning, do not operate the engine in a closed building without proper ventilation. l When storing, remove the key from the starter switch to avoid unauthorized persons from operating the excavator and getting injured.
  • Page 93 Periodic replacement of important component parts To ensure safety in operation, you are strongly requested to inspect and service the machine at regular intervals. For added safety, ask your KUBOTA dealer to replace the following important component parts. These parts are prone to degradation in material or subject to wear and tear with time. It is difficult to judge how much they have been affected at regular inspection.

  • Page 94: Recommended Oils

    RECOMMENDED OILS IMPORTANT 1. Before delivery, the hydraulic oil used was Shell Tellus S2M46. 2. Use engine oil API service classification CF/CF-4 or better and SAE 10W-30. 3. Use SAE 90 (API, GL-4/GL-5) as drive unit oil for all seasons. 4.
  • Page 95 For north american market NOTE: u Engine Oil: l Oil used in the engine should have an American Petroleum Institute (API) service classification and Proper SAE Engine Oil according to the ambient temperatures. SAE30 or SAE 10W-30 Above 25°C (77°F) SAE 15W-40 SAE20 or SAE 10W-30...

  • Page 96: Biodiesel Fuel (Bdf)

    BIODIESEL FUEL (BDF) B0-B20 Biodiesel fuels (BDF): mixed diesel fuels containing 20% or less biodiesel can be utilized under the following conditions. IMPORTANT : l Refueling and handling fuel should be done with caution in order to avoid contact with the fuel and spillage that could create a potential environmental or fire hazard.
  • Page 97 8. The KUBOTA Warranty, as specified in the Owner’s Warranty Information Guide, only covers defects in product materials and workmanship. Accordingly, any problems that may arise due to the use of poor quality fuels that fail to meet the above requirements, whether biodiesel or mineral oil based, are not covered by the KUBOTA Warranty.

  • Page 98: Main Dimensions

    MAIN DIMENSIONS in. (mm) 20.08 15.2 24.4 39.0 139.0 96.1 90.9 75.2 56.7 92.1 11.0 108.3 31.3 139.6 151.2 153.5 48.8 48.8 (510) (385) (620) (990) (3540) (2440) (2310) (1910) (1440) (2340) (280) (190) (2750) (795) (3545) (3840) (3900) 990/ 990/ 1240 1240...

  • Page 99: Lifting Capacity

    LIFTING CAPACITY 1. The lifting capacities are based on ISO 10567 and do not exceed 75% of the static tilt load of the machine or 87% of the hydraulic lifting capacity of the machine. 2. The strokes are as follows. 1) The load point corresponds to the front bolt part of the arm.
  • Page 100 ROPS CANOPY RUBBER TRACK LIFTING CAPACITY OVER-FRONT BLADE DOWN Unit=1000 lbs. LIFT POINT RADIUS (ft) LIFT POINT HEIGHT (ft) 0.67 0.62 0.70 1.17 0.85 0.69 1.50 0.96 0.70 1.40 0.94 0.67 1.64 1.19 0.82 1.58 0.94 0.63 LIFTING CAPACITY OVER-FRONT BLADE UP Unit=1000 lbs.

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