Kubota D1503-M-E3 Operator's Manual

Kubota D1503-M-E3 Operator's Manual

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jose sandoval
April 30, 2025

v 1505 kubota wich direction the engine run

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Mr. Anderson
May 15, 2025

The Kubota D1503-M-E3 engine runs in the forward direction. Running in reverse is considered abnormal and can cause serious damage, such as loss of oil circulation and reversed intake/exhaust flow.

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Sally
May 30, 2025

How to do regen?

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Summary of Contents for Kubota D1503-M-E3

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  • Page 2 FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA Engine. This engine 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. To obtain the best use of your engine, please read this manual carefully.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION ....................1 SERVICING AND WARRANTY ...................1 NAMES OF PARTS .....................2 PRE-OPERATION CHECK ..................3 BREAK-IN.........................3 DAILY CHECK......................3 OPERATING THE ENGINE ..................4 STARTING THE ENGINE (NORMAL)..............4 COLD WEATHER STARTING .................5 STOPPING THE ENGINE ..................6 CHECKS DURING OPERATION ................6 Radiator coolant ....................... 6 Oil pressure lamp ......................
  • Page 4 CONTENTS Direction for long term storage ..................24 ELECTRIC WIRING ....................24 FAN BELT ......................25 Adjusting fan belt tension ....................25 CARRIAGE AND STORAGE ..................26 CARRIAGE......................26 STORAGE ......................26 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................27 SPECIFICATIONS .....................29 WIRING DIAGRAMS....................32...
  • Page 5 UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS to the engine may impair the function and/or safety and affect engine life. If the engine does not perform properly, consult your local Kubota Engine Distributor first. 2. SAFE CLOTHING AND OPERATOR’S ATTITUDES A For operation, wear clothing that is suited for the type of work.
  • Page 6 SAFE OPERATION 3. CHECK BEFORE STARTING & OPERATING THE ENGINE A Be sure to inspect the engine before operation. Do not operate the engine if there is something wrong with it. Repair it immediately. A Before operation, install the protective devices (circuits) and safety covers that come with the engine.
  • Page 7 SAFE OPERATION 5. SAFE HANDLING OF FUEL AND LUBRICANTS -KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE A Always stop the engine before refueling and/or lubricating. A NEVER refuel the engine while you are smoking or in the vicinity of open flames or sparks. A Refuel at a well ventilated and open place.
  • Page 8 SAFE OPERATION 6. EXHAUST GASES & FIRE PREVENTION A Engine exhaust fumes can be very harmful if allowed to accumulate. Be sure to run the engine in a well ventilated location and where there are no people or livestock near the engine.
  • Page 9 SAFE OPERATION 7. PROTECTION AGAINST HIGH-PRESSURE OIL A It is dangerous if high-pressure oil penetrates your skin. A Using a cardboard or a thin wooden sheet, check to see if there is any high-pressure oil leak from the fuel injection pipes and high-pressure oil pipes.
  • Page 10 A In case of contact with skin, wash it off immediately. A DO NOT mix different types of Anti-freeze. The mixture can produce a chemical reaction causing harmful substances. A Use genuine KUBOTA Anti-freeze. A When draining fluids from the engine, place a suitable container underneath the engine body.
  • Page 11 SAFE OPERATION 11. CONDUCTING SAFETY CHECKS & MAINTENANCE A When inspecting the engine or servicing, place the engine on a large flat surface. DO NOT work on anything that is supported ONLY by lift jacks or a hoist. Always use blocks or the correct stands to support the engine before servicing.
  • Page 12 2. Clean warning and caution labels with soap and water, dry with a soft cloth. 3. Replace damaged or missing warning and caution labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA dealer. 4. If a component with warning and caution label(s) affixed is replaced with a new part, make sure the new label(s) is (are) attached in the same location(s) as the replaced component.
  • Page 13: Safe Operation

    Contact the staff if you have any questions on or any operating problem with your machine. The genuine KUBOTA parts lists are available at the dealer. In such a case, give us the following information. 1. Engine model and engine serial number.
  • Page 14: Names Of Parts

    NAMES OF PARTS NAMES OF PARTS (1) Intake manifold (10) Oil filler plug (2) Speed control lever (11) Exhaust manifold (3) Engine stop lever (12) Alternator (4) Injection pump (13) Starter (5) Fuel feed pump (14) Oil level gauge (6) Cooling fan (15) Oil pressure switch (7) Fan drive pulley (16) Flywheel...
  • Page 15: Pre-Operation Check

    PRE-OPERATION CHECK PRE-OPERATION CHECK BREAK-IN During the engine break-in period, observe the following by all means: 1. Change engine oil and oil filter cartridge after the first 50 hours of operation. (See "ENGINE OIL" in "MAINTENANCE" section.) 2. When ambient temperature is low, operate the machine after the engine has been completely warmed up. DAILY CHECK To prevent trouble from occurring, it is important to know the conditions of the engine well.
  • Page 16: Operating The Engine

    OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE (NORMAL) 1. Set the fuel lever to the "ON" position. To avoid personal injury: A Do not allow children to approach the machine while the engine is running. A Be sure to install the machine on which the engine is installed, on a flat place.
  • Page 17: Cold Weather Starting

    OPERATING THE ENGINE 4. Insert the key into the key switch and 8. Warm up the engine at medium speed turn it to the "ON" (OPERATION) without load. position. A If the engine does not catch or start at 10 seconds after the starter switch is set at "ST"...
  • Page 18: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATING THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE CHECKS DURING OPERATION While running, make the following checks to see that all 1. Return the speed control lever, and run parts are working correctly. If anything is unusual, the engine at medium speed. inspect it, referring to the relevant description in "MAINTENANCE".
  • Page 19: Fuel

    OPERATING THE ENGINE Reversed engine revolution must be stopped immediately since engine oil circulation is cut quickly, leading to BFuel serious trouble. BHow to tell when the engine starts running To avoid personal injury: backwards Check of the fuel injection pipes 1.
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to conduct daily checks, periodic maintenance, refueling or cleaning on a level surface with the engine shut off and remove the key. A Before allowing other people to use your engine, explain how to operate, and have them read this manual before operation.
  • Page 21: Service Intervals

    MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS Observe the following for service and maintenance. The lubricating oil change intervals listed in the table below are for Class CF or better lubricating oil of API classification with a low-sulfur fuel in use. If the CF-4, CG-4, CH-4 or CI-4 lubricating oil is used with a high-sulfur fuel, change the lubricating oil at shorter intervals than recommended in the table below depending on the operating condition.
  • Page 22 A DO NOT USE Fuels that have sulfur content greater than 1.0 % (10000 ppm). A Since KUBOTA diesel engines of less than 56 kW (75 hp) utilize EPA Tier 4 and Interim Tier 4 standards, the use of ultra low sulfur fuel is mandatory for these engines, when operated in US EPA regulated areas. Therefore, please use No.2-D S15 diesel fuel as an alternative to No.2-D, and use No.1-D S15 diesel fuel as an alternative to No.1-D for...
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE A Oil used in the engine should have API classification and Proper SAE Engine Oil according to the ambient temperatures as shown below: Above 25 (77 ) SAE30, SAE10W-30 or 15W-40 -10 to 25 to 77 ) SAE10W-30 or 15W-40 Below -10 (14 ) SAE10W-30...
  • Page 24: Fuel

    MAINTENANCE FUEL BRefueling Fuel is flammable and can be dangerous. You should For fuel, use JIS-conforming light diesel oil. Do not use handle fuel with care. any substitute fuels such as kerosene. Unspecified fuels are unknown for their quality, and kerosene is very low in cetane rating, which may adversely affect the engine.
  • Page 25: Air Bleeding The Fuel System

    (SAE J313) [GRAVITY FEED SYSTEM] A Since KUBOTA diesel engines of less than 56 kW (75 hp) utilize EPA Tier 4 and Interim Tier 4 standards, the use of ultra low sulfur fuel is mandatory for these engines, when operated in US EPA regulated areas.
  • Page 26: Checking The Fuel Pipes

    MAINTENANCE BChecking the fuel pipes BCleaning the fuel filter pot Every 100 hours of operation, clean the fuel filter in a clean place to prevent dust intrusion. 1. Close the fuel filter lever. To avoid personal injury: Check the fuel pipes for fuel leak. A If any of the fuel pipes is damaged, a fire may be caused.
  • Page 27: Fuel Filter Cartridge Replacement

    (4) Pipe joint (5) Cover Engine oil quantity ENGINE OIL *Oil pan depth Models 124 mm (4.88 in.) *90 mm (3.54 in.) D1503-M-E3 7.0 L 5.6 L To avoid personal injury: D1703-M-E3 (1.85 U.S.gals.) (1.48 U.S.gals.) D1803-M-E3 A Be sure to stop the engine before...
  • Page 28: Changing Engine Oil

    SAE30 or SAE10W-30 above 25 C (77 F) Models SAE15W-40 124 mm (4.88 in.) *90 mm (3.54 in.) -10 C to 25 C D1503-M-E3 SAE10W-30 or SAE15W-40 (14 F to 77 F) D1703-M-E3 D1803-M-E3 below -10 C (14 F) SAE10W-30...
  • Page 29: Replacing The Oil Filter Cartridge

    Oil pan depth itself, coolant and engine oil are still Models hot. Do not touch them with your 124 mm (4.88 in.) *90 mm (3.54 in.) hands and other skin, because D1503-M-E3 otherwise you may get burned. D1703-M-E3 D1803-M-E3 V2003-M-E3 200 Hrs...
  • Page 30: Checking Coolant Level, Adding Coolant

    MAINTENANCE A If by any chance the engine gets BChecking coolant level, adding coolant overheated, steam may gush out of the radiator and recovery tank. It may get 1. Remove the radiator cap, after the engine has completely cooled, and check to see that coolant your hands and other skin burned.
  • Page 31: Changing Coolant

    A If the radiator cap has to be removed, follow the caution and securely retighten the cap. A If coolant should be leak, consult your local KUBOTA dealer. A Make sure that muddy or sea water does not enter the radiator.
  • Page 32: Checking Radiator Hoses And Clamp Bands

    MAINTENANCE BCleaning radiator core (outside) BChecking radiator hoses and clamp If dust is between the fin and tube, wash it away with bands running water. A Do not clean radiator with firm tools such as spatulas To avoid personal injury: or screwdrivers.
  • Page 33: Air Cleaner

    (Anti-freeze contains poison.). build up, adversely affecting the engine parts. If should drink anti-freeze, throw 7. Kubota's genuine long-life coolant has a service life of 2 years. Be sure to change the coolant every 2 years. up at once and take medical attention.
  • Page 34: Evacuator Valve

    MAINTENANCE BEvacuator valve BDust indicator (optional) Open the evacuator valve once a week under ordinary If the red signal on the dust indicator attached to the air conditions - or daily when used in a dusty place - to get rid cleaner is visible, the air cleaner has reached the service of large particles of dust and dirt.
  • Page 35: Battery

    MAINTENANCE BATTERY To avoid personal injury: A The from battery To avoid personal injury: explosive. A The battery electrolyte is diluted Keep sparks and open flames sulfuric acid and very hazardous. away from the battery. DO NOT Be careful not to let the battery strike a match near the battery.
  • Page 36: Direction For Long Term Storage

    MAINTENANCE ELECTRIC WIRING To avoid personal injury: C Shorting of electric cable or wiring may cause a fire. A Check to see if electric cables and wiring are swollen, hardened or cracked. A Keep dust and water away from all power connections.
  • Page 37: Fan Belt

    MAINTENANCE FAN BELT BAdjusting fan belt tension To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before checking the belt tension. A Be sure to reinstall the detached safety shield after maintenance or checking. A deflection of between 7 to 9 mm Proper fan belt (0.28 to 0.35 in.) when the belt is...
  • Page 38: Carriage And Storage

    CARRIAGE AND STORAGE CARRIAGE AND STORAGE CARRIAGE STORAGE To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: A Fix the engine securely not to fall A Do not clean the machine with engine during operation. running. A Do not stand near or under the A To avoid the danger of exhaust fume engine while carrying it.
  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    In winter, always remove battery from discharged and the machine, charge fully and keep engine will not indoors. Install in machine at time of crank. use. A If the cause of trouble can not be found, contact your KUBOTA dealer.
  • Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING B When engine suddenly stops B When engine overheats Cause Countermeasures Cause Countermeasures Check the fuel tank and refill the fuel, Engine oil * Check oil level. Replenish oil as if necessary. insufficient required. Lack of fuel Also check the fuel system for air or Fan belt broken or leaks.
  • Page 41: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Model D1503-M-E3 D1703-M-E3 D1803-M-E3 Type Vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel engine Number of cylinders Bore and stroke 83 x 92.4 87 x 92.4 87 x 102.4 mm (in.) (3.27 x 3.64) (3.43 x 3.64) (3.43 x 4.04) Total displacement 1.499...
  • Page 42 SPECIFICATIONS Model V2003-M-E3 V2203-M-E3 Type Vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel engine Number of cylinders Bore and stroke 83 x 92.4 87 x 92.4 mm (in.) (3.27 x 3.64) (3.43 x 3.64) Total displacement 1.999 2.197 L (cu.in.) (121.94) (134.07) Combustion chamber Spherical Type (E-TVCS) SAE NET Intermittent kW / rpm 29.8 / 2800...
  • Page 43 SPECIFICATIONS Model V2403-M-E3 V2403-M-T-E3 Type Vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel engine Number of cylinders Bore and stroke 87 x 102.4 mm (in.) (3.43 x 4.04) Total displacement 2.434 L (cu.in.) (148.53) Combustion chamber Spherical Type (E-TVCS) SAE NET Intermittent kW / rpm 33.9 / 2700 41.2 / 2700 H.P.
  • Page 44: Wiring Diagrams

    WIRING DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAMS...

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