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U.S.A.
: KUBOTA TRACTOR CORPORATION
3401 Del Amo Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503, U.S.A.
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France
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Telephone : (33)1-3426-3434
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Via Grandi, 29 20068 Peschiera Borrome (MI) Italy
Telephone : (39)02-51650377
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Spain
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Telephone : (34)91-508-6442
Australia
: KUBOTA TRACTOR AUSTRALIA PTY LTD.
25-29 Permas Way, Tru anina, VIC 3029, Australia
Telephone : (61)-3-9394-4400
Malaysia
: SIME KUBOTA SDN. BHD.
No.3 Jalan Sepadu 25/123 Taman Perindustrian Axis,
Seksyen 25, 40400 Shah Alam, Selan or Darul Ehsan Malaysia
Telephone : (60)3-736-1388
Philippines : KUBOTA PHILIPPINES, INC.
232 Quirino Hi hway, Baesa, Quezon City 1106, Philippines
Telephone : (63)2-422-3500
Taiwan
: SHIN TAIWAN AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY CO., LTD.
16, Fen pin  2nd Rd, Taliao Shian  Kaohsiun  83107, Taiwan R.O.C.
Telephone : (886)7-702-2333
Indonesia : PT KUBOTA MACHINERY INDONESIA
Tower A at Ei htyEi ht@Kasablanka Lantai 16
Jalan Raya Casablanka Kav. 88, Jakarta 12870 Indonesia
Telephone : (62)-21-29568-720
Thailand
: SIAM KUBOTA CORPORATION CO., LTD.
101/19-24 Moo 20, Navanakorn Industrial Estate, Tambon Khlon nuen , Amphur Khlon luan ,
Pathumthani 12120, THAILAND
Telephone : (66)2-909-0300
Korea
: KUBOTA KOREA CO., LTD.
41-27, Jayumuyeok- il, Baeksan-myeon, Gimje-si, Jeollabuk-do, Korea
Telephone : (82)-63-544-5822
India
: KUBOTA AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY INDIA PVT. LTD.
No.15, Medavakkam Road, Sholin anallur, Chennai-600119, T.N., India
Telephone : (91)44-6104-1500
Vietnam
: KUBOTA VIETNAM CO., LTD.
Lot B-3A2-CN, My Phuoc 3 Industrial Park, Ben Cat District, Binh Duon  Province, Vietnam
Telephone : (84)-650-3577-507
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KUBOTA Corporation
English (U.S.A.)
Code No. TC550-1971-1
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KUBOTA Corporation 2014
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  • Page 1 101/19-24 Moo 20, Navanakorn Industrial Estate, Tambon Khlon nuen , Amphur Khlon luan , Pathumthani 12120, THAILAND Telephone : (66)2-909-0300 Korea : KUBOTA KOREA CO., LTD. 41-27, Jayumuyeok- il, Baeksan-myeon, Gimje-si, Jeollabuk-do, Korea Telephone : (82)-63-544-5822 India : KUBOTA AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY INDIA PVT. LTD. No.15, Medavakkam Road, Sholin anallur, Chennai-600119, T.N., India Telephone : (91)44-6104-1500 Vietnam : KUBOTA VIETNAM CO., LTD. Lot B-3A2-CN, My Phuoc 3 Industrial Park, Ben Cat District, Binh Duon  Province, Vietnam Telephone : (84)-650-3577-507 KUBOTA Corporation English (U.S.A.) 1AGAPBTAP0640 Code No. TC550-1971-1 READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL © KUBOTA Corporation 2014 PRINTED IN JAPAN...
  • Page 2 KUBOTA Corporation is ··· ASTM American Society of Testing and Materials, USA Deutsches Institut für Normung, GERMANY Since its inception in 1890, KUBOTA Corporation has grown to Dual Traction [4WD] rank as one of the major firms in Japan. Feet Per Minute...
  • 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. Remote Cylinder-Retract Safety Alert Symbol Remote Cylinder-Extend Fuel-Level Steering Wheel-Tilt Control Engine-Rotational Speed...
  • Page 4 FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA Tractor. This tractor 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 tractor, please read this manual carefully.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION .................... SERVICING OF TRACTOR..................1 SPECIFICATIONS....................... 3 SPECIFICATION TABLE ..................3 TRAVELING SPEEDS ..................... 5 IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS ..................6 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS..............8 PRE-OPERATION CHECK ..................11 DAILY CHECK ....................... 11 OPERATING THE ENGINE..................12 STARTING THE ENGINE ..................12 STOPPING THE ENGINE..................
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Stopping.......................... 30 CHECK DURING DRIVING ................... 30 Immediately Stop the Engine if: ..................30 Easy Checker(TM)......................30 Fuel Gauge ........................30 Coolant Temperature Gauge ..................31 Hourmeter/Tachometer....................31 PARKING ....................... 32 Parking..........................32 OPERATING TECHNIQUES ................. 32 Differential Lock ......................32 Operating the Tractor on a Road ..................
  • Page 7 CONTENTS Liquid Ballast in Rear Tires..................... 45 MAINTENANCE......................46 SERVICE INTERVALS ..................46 LUBRICANTS, FUEL AND COOLANT ..............48 PERIODIC SERVICE....................51 HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD ................. 51 Hood ..........................51 Side Cover ........................51 DAILY CHECK ....................... 52 Walk Around Inspection....................
  • Page 8 CONTENTS EVERY 1500 HOURS .................... 68 Checking Fuel Injection Nozzle (Injection Pressure) ............68 EVERY 2000 HOURS or 2 YEARS................ 69 Flushing Cooling System and Changing Coolant ............69 Anti-Freeze ........................69 EVERY 3000 HOURS .................... 70 Checking Injection Pump ....................70 EVERY 1 YEAR .....................
  • Page 9 C CAB, ROPS manual before operation. 1. KUBOTA recommends the use of a CAB or Roll Over 5. Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing around Protective Structures (ROPS) and seat belt in almost tractor.
  • Page 10 SAFE OPERATION 7. Always use the seat belt if the tractor has a CAB or 5. Check before each use that operator presence ROPS. controls are functioning correctly. Test safety systems. Do not use the seat belt if a foldable ROPS is down or (See "Checking Engine Start System"...
  • Page 11 SAFE OPERATION 1. Never assume that children will remain where you last [Manual Transmission Type] saw them. 2. Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful eye of another responsible adult. 3. Be alert and shut your machine down if children enter the work area.
  • Page 12 SAFE OPERATION 4. Make sure that the Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) sign is 13. Set the implement lowering speed knob in the "LOCK" clean and visible. Use hazard lights and turn signals as position to hold the implement in the raised position. required.
  • Page 13 SAFE OPERATION 4. OPERATING THE PTO 5. USING 3-POINT HITCH 1. Use the 3-point hitch only with equipment designed for 1. Wait until all moving components have completely 3-point hitch usage. stopped before getting off the tractor, connecting, 2. When using a 3-point hitch mounted implement, be disconnecting, adjusting, cleaning, or servicing any sure to install the proper counterbalance weight on the PTO driven equipment.
  • Page 14 SAFE OPERATION 9. To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit, 15. Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure has sufficient always disconnect the battery's ground cable (-) first force to penetrate skin, causing serious personal and reconnect it last. injury. Before disconnecting hydraulic lines, be sure to release all residual pressure.
  • Page 15 SAFE OPERATION 7. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...
  • Page 16 SAFE OPERATION...
  • Page 17 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 19: Safe Operation

    KUBOTA Dealer. For service, contact the KUBOTA Dealership from which you purchased your tractor or your local KUBOTA Dealer. When in need of parts, be prepared to give your dealer the tractor, CAB/ROPS and engine serial numbers.
  • Page 20 SERVICING OF TRACTOR (1) ROPS identification plate (ROPS Serial No.)

  • Page 21: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE L2501 Model Manual Transmission PTO power* kW (HP) 15.3 (20.5) 14.2 (19.0) Maker KUBOTA Model D1703-M-DI-E4 Type Direct injection, Vertical, Water-Cooled 4 cycle diesel Number of cylinders Bore and stroke mm (in.) 87 x 92.4 (3.4 x 3.6) Total displacement L (cu.in.)
  • Page 22 SPECIFICATIONS L2501 Model Manual Transmission AG Front 5 - 15 7.2 - 16 Tires AG Rear 11.2 - 24 Front N / A 27 x 8.50 - 15 Indust. (option) Rear N / A 15 - 19.5R4 Clutch Dry type Single stage...

  • Page 23: Traveling Speeds

    SPECIFICATIONS TRAVELING SPEEDS [Manual Transmission Type] (At rated engine rpm) Model L2501 Tire size (Rear) 11.2-24 Range gear Main gear shift km/h shift lever lever Forward High 10.0 17.3 10.7 Reverse Reverse The company reserves the right to change the specifications without notice.

  • Page 24: Implement Limitations

    Use with implements which are not sold or approved by KUBOTA and which exceed the maximum specifications listed below, or which are otherwise unfit for use with the KUBOTA Tractor may result in malfunctions or failures of the tractor, damage to other property and injury to the operator or others. [Any malfunctions or failures of the tractor resulting from use with improper implements are not covered by the warranty.]...
  • Page 25 IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS Implement Remarks L2501 Max. load capacity kg(lbs.) 1000 (2200) Trailer Max. drawbar load kg (lbs.) 330 (730) Max. cutting width mm (in.) 1524 (60) Rotary-Cutter Max. weight kg (lbs.) 350 (770) Max. cutting width mm (in.) 1270 (50)

  • Page 26: Instrument Panel And Controls

    INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS B Instrument Panel, Switches and Hand Controls ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS Electrical charge lamp......30 Engine oil pressure lamp...... 30 Glow plug indicator......12 Fuel gauge........... 30 Hazard light switch....... 21 Turn signal switch........ 21 Head light switch........
  • Page 27 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS B Foot and Hand Controls C Manual Transmission Type ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS Parking brake lever......32 Main gear shift lever......24 Clutch pedal......... 23 PTO gear shift lever......34 3-Point hitch lowering speed knob..39 Front wheel drive lever [4WD Type]..24 Range gear shift lever (Shuttle shift lever).......
  • Page 28 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS C HST Type ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS Parking brake lever ......32 Clutch pedal ........23 Front wheel drive lever ......27 Differential lock pedal ......32 Range gear shift lever ......26 Cruise control lever (if equipped) ..28 Seat belt ..........

  • Page 29: Pre-Operation Check

    PRE-OPERATION CHECK PRE-OPERATION CHECK DAILY CHECK To prevent trouble from occurring, it is important to know the condition of the tractor well. Check it before starting. To avoid personal injury or death: A Be sure to check and service the tractor on a level surface with the engine shut off and the parking brake "ON"...

  • Page 30: Operating The Engine

    OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE To avoid personal injury or death: 1. Make sure the parking brake is set. A Read "Safe Operation" in the front of this manual. 1. To set the parking brake; A Read the danger, warning and caution labels (1) Interlock the brake pedals.
  • Page 31 OPERATING THE ENGINE Place the shift levers in "NEUTRAL" 2. Make sure the cruise control lever is in position. "OFF" position. Place the Speed control Pedal in "NEUTRAL" position. [Manual Transmission Type] Place the range gear shift lever in "NEUTRAL" position. [HST Type] (1) Main gear shift lever (H) "HIGH"...
  • Page 32 OPERATING THE ENGINE 3. Place the PTO gear shift lever in "OFF" 4. Place the position control lever in position. "LOWEST" position. [Manual Transmission Type] (1) Position control lever (A) "DOWN" (1) PTO gear shift lever "ON" 5. Set the throttle lever to about 1/2 way. "OFF"...
  • Page 33 OPERATING THE ENGINE 6. Insert the key into the key switch and 7. Fully depress the clutch pedal, turn the turn it "ON". key to "PREHEAT" position and hold it for the preheating. For the appropriate preheating time, refer to the table below: Temperature Preheating Time...

  • Page 34: Stopping The Engine

    A Do not connect the other end of the negative A If key does not stop the engine, consult your local (-) jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal of KUBOTA Dealer. the tractor battery. WARMING UP When jump starting the engine, follow the instructions below to safely start the engine.
  • Page 35 OPERATING THE ENGINE A Use only same voltage for jump starting. A Use of a higher voltage source on tractor's electrical system could result in severe damage to tractor's electrical system. Use only matching voltage source when "Jump starting" a low or dead battery condition. A Do not operate the tractor with the battery cable disconnected from the battery.

  • Page 36: Operating The Tractor

    A On rough roads, slow down to suitable speeds. implements and attachments. Do not operate the tractor at fast speed. If interference occurs, contact your KUBOTA The above precautions are not limited only to new Dealer. tractors, but to all tractors. But it should be especially observed in the case of new tractors.

  • Page 37: To Raise The Rops To Upright Position

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 2. Fold the ROPS. BTo Raise the ROPS to Upright Position 1. Remove both hair pin cotters and set bolts. To avoid personal injury: A Hold the ROPS tightly with both hands and fold the ROPS slowly and carefully. (1) Set bolt (2) Hair pin cotter 2.

  • Page 38: Adjustment Of Foldable Rops

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BAdjustment of Foldable ROPS A Adjust free fall of the ROPS upper frame regularly. A If you feel less friction in folding the ROPS, remove the cotter pin (1), tighten the nut (2) until you feel the right friction in the movement and then replace the cotter pin.

  • Page 39: Seat Belt

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 3. When the left or right turn signal is activated in combination with the hazard lights, the indicated BSeat Belt turning light will flash and the other will stay on. C Turn Signal without Hazard light 1. To indicate a right turn without hazard lights (hazard To avoid personal injury or death: off), turn the knob clockwise.

  • Page 40: Tractor Lights

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BTractor Lights 3. Checking the brake pedal. (1) Head light (2) Turn signal / Hazard light (3) Rear turn signal / Hazard light BBrake Pedals (Right and Left) (4) Tail light To avoid personal injury or death: A Be sure to interlock the right and left pedals.

  • Page 41: Clutch Pedal

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 4. Raise the implement. 5. Depress the clutch pedal. (See "HYDRAULIC UNIT" section.) BClutch Pedal To avoid personal injury or death: A Sudden release of the clutch may cause the tractor to lunge in an unexpected manner. The clutch is disengaged when the clutch pedal is fully pressed down.

  • Page 42: Main Gear Shift Lever & Range Gear Shift Lever

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 6. Selecting the Travel Speed. [Manual Transmission Type] (1) Main gear shift lever (L) "LOW" (2) Range gear shift lever (N) "NEUTRAL" (Shuttle shift lever) (H) "HIGH" (3) Front wheel drive lever (R) "REVERSE" BMain Gear Shift Lever & Range Gear Shift Lever BFront Wheel Drive Lever The main gear shift lever pattern is in the form of a "H".

  • Page 43: Hand Throttle Lever

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR Use the lever to engage the front wheels with the tractor stopped. Shift the lever to "ON" to engage the front wheel 7. Accelerate the engine. drive. BHand Throttle Lever Pulling the throttle lever back increases engine speed, and pushing it forward decreases engine speed.

  • Page 44: Range Gear Shift Lever (L-M-H)

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR 6. Selecting the Travel Speed. [HST Type] (1) Front wheel drive lever (3) Cruise control lever (if equipped) (2) Range gear shift lever (4) Speed control pedal BRange Gear Shift Lever (L-M-H) IMPORTANT: To avoid transmission and shift linkage damage when The range gear shift can only be shifted when the tractor shifting: is completely stopped and the speed control pedal is in...

  • Page 45: Front Wheel Drive Lever

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BFront Wheel Drive Lever 7. Accelerate the engine. BHand Throttle Lever To avoid personal injury or death: Pulling the throttle lever back increases engine speed, A Do not engage the front wheel drive when and pushing it forward decreases engine speed. traveling at road speed.

  • Page 46: Speed Control Pedal

    A Be sure to connect both the left and the right with foot off of Speed Control Pedal. brakes to release the cruise control. The speed A Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. cruise control won't be released with single brake activation.
  • Page 47 OPERATING THE TRACTOR A When releasing the cruise mode, be sure to return the cruise control lever fully backward. (1) Cruise control lever (A) "INCREASE" (B) "DECREASE" (C) "OFF" A When you stand up from the seat with the speed control pedal stepped on or the cruise control lever engaged (ON), the engine will stop regardless of whether the tractor is moving or not.

  • Page 48: Stopping

    A For checking and servicing of your tractor, consult CHECK DURING DRIVING your local KUBOTA Dealer for instructions. BImmediately Stop the Engine if: BFuel Gauge A The engine suddenly slows down or accelerates.

  • Page 49: Coolant Temperature Gauge

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR BCoolant Temperature Gauge BHourmeter/Tachometer This meter gives readings for engine speed, PTO shaft speed and the hours the tractor has been operated. 1. The tachometer indicates the engine speed and the To avoid personal injury or death: 540 PTO shaft speed location on the dial.

  • Page 50: Parking

    OPERATING THE TRACTOR PARKING OPERATING TECHNIQUES BParking BDifferential Lock To avoid personal injury or death: To avoid personal injury or death due to loss of BEFORE DISMOUNTING TRACTOR steering control: A ALWAYS SET PARKING BRAKE AND LOWER A Do not operate the tractor at high speed with ALL IMPLEMENTS TO THE GROUND.

  • Page 51: Operating The Tractor On A Road

    3. Before descending a slope, shift to a gear low enough Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details. to control speed without using brakes. BTransport the Tractor Safely 1. The tractor, if damaged, must be carried on a truck.

  • Page 52: Pto

    PTO OPERATION A To avoid shock loads to the PTO, reduce engine speed when engaging the PTO, then open the throttle to the recommended speed: A To avoid damage of transmission, before shifting the To avoid personal injury or death: PTO gear shift lever, fully disengage the main clutch.

  • Page 53: Stationary Pto

    BStationary PTO BPTO Shaft Cover and Shaft Cap To park the tractor and use the PTO system (for chipper Keep the PTO shaft cover in place at all times. or pump, for example), start the PTO system in the Replace the PTO shaft cap when the shaft is not in use. following steps.

  • Page 54: 3-Point Hitch & Drawbar

    3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR 3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR (1) Top link (2) Lifting rod (Left) (3) Check chains (4) Turn buckle (5) Lower link (6) Lifting rod (Right) (7) Lower link holder (8) Drawbar...

  • Page 55: 3-Point Hitch

    3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR 3-POINT HITCH 2. Attaching and detaching implements 1. Make preparations for attaching implement. To avoid personal injury or death: BSelecting the holes of Lower Links A Be sure to stop the engine. A Do not stand between tractor and implement There are 2 holes in the lower links.

  • Page 56: Check Chains

    3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR DRAWBAR BCheck Chains Adjust the turnbuckle to control horizontal sway of the implement. See "Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference To avoid personal injury or death: Chart" in "AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS" in "HYDRAULIC A Never pull from the top link, the rear axle or any UNIT"...

  • Page 57: Hydraulic Unit

    A Fast lowering speed may cause damage or corrected, the unit will be damaged. Contact your injury. Lowering speed of implement should be KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment. adjusted to 2 or more seconds. The lowering speed of the 3-point hitch can be controlled 3-POINT HITCH CONTROL SYSTEM by adjusting the 3-point hitch lowering speed knob.

  • Page 58: Auxiliary Hydraulics

    HYDRAULIC UNIT AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS BHydraulic Block Type Outlet Hydraulic block type outlet is useful when adding hydraulically operated implement such as: front end loader, front blade, etc. When implement is attached 1. Remove the block cover. 2. Route the implement inlet, outlet, and return hoses as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 59: Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference Chart

    HYDRAULIC UNIT BHydraulic 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. Implement Remarks (1) Check chains...

  • Page 60: Tires, Wheels And Ballast

    A Do not use tires other than those approved by servicing or adjustment, securely support them KUBOTA. with stands or suitable blocking beforehand. A Never operate tractor with a loose rim, wheel, BInflation Pressure or axle.

  • Page 61: Rear Wheels

    TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST C 4WD Front Wheel BRear Wheels Rear tread width can be adjusted with the tires listed 25 x 27 x 7.2-16 below. Tire 8.5-14 8.5-15 Farm Turf To change the tread width 1. Remove the wheel rim and / or disk mounting bolts. 2.

  • Page 62: Ballast

    (43.8in.) (47.1in.) (50.8in.) weights or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer to use. To avoid personal injury or death: A Before jacking up the tractor, park it on a firm and level ground and chock the front wheels.

  • Page 63: Rear Ballast

    The rear wheel weights can be attached to the rear wheel. Tire sizes 11.2 - 24 15 - 19.5 See your implement operator's manual for required Slush free at -10 number of weights or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer Solid at -30 (-22 105 kg 140 kg to use.

  • Page 64: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS Indication on hour meter Ref. Items Interval page every Greasing 50 Hr Engine start every Check system 50 Hr Operator every Check presence control 50 Hr every Wheel bolt torque Check 50 Hr every Clean 100 Hr Air cleaner every element...
  • Page 65 However, must be replaced every 4 years regardless of the condition. A 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 66: Lubricants, Fuel And Coolant

    Battery terminals Lift rod Tie rod end 4 [4WD only] The product name of KUBOTA genuine UDT fluid may be different from that in the Operator’s Manual depending on countries or territories. Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details.
  • Page 67 A No.2-D is a distillate fuel of lower volatility for engines in industrial and heavy mobile service. (SAE J313 JUN87) C Transmission Oil: *KUBOTA Super UDT-2: For an enhanced ownership experience, we highly recommend Super UDT-2 to be used instead of standard hydraulic/transmission fluid.
  • Page 68 We recommend the use of KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid for optimum protection and performance. (Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further detail.) Do not mix different brands together.

  • Page 69: Periodic Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE A To close the hood, push the hood into position using both hands. To avoid personal injury or death: A Do not work under any hydraulically supported devices. They can settle, suddenly leak down, or be accidentally lowered. If necessary to work under tractor or any machine elements for servicing or adjustment, securely support them with stands or suitable blocking beforehand.

  • Page 70: Daily Check

    PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK A Do not permit dirt or trash to get into the fuel system. For your own safety and maximum service life of the A Be careful not to let the fuel tank become empty, machine, make a thorough daily inspection before otherwise air will enter the fuel system, necessitating operating the machine to start the engine.

  • Page 71: Checking Transmission Fluid Level

    A If the radiator cap has to be removed, follow the A If oil level is low, do not run engine. caution above and securely retighten the cap. A Use clean, fresh soft water and anti-freeze to fill the radiator. A If coolant should leak, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 72: Cleaning Evacuator Valve

    PERIODIC SERVICE [HST Type] BCleaning Evacuator Valve Open the evacuator valve to get rid of large particles of dust and dirt. (1) Oil cooler A Grill and screen must be clean from debris to prevent (1) Evacuator valve engine from overheating and to allow good air intake for the air cleaner.

  • Page 73: Checking And Cleaning Of Electrical Wiring And Battery Cables

    (discolored) connections. 4. Check instrument panel for correct operation of switches and gauges. Consult your KUBOTA Dealer regarding maintenance, diagnosis and repair. BChecking Movable Parts If any of the movable parts, such as levers and pedals, is (1) Grease fitting (Front axle support)
  • Page 74 PERIODIC SERVICE (1) Grease fitting (Pedal shaft) (1) Battery terminals (1) Grease fitting (Lifting rod) [RH] (1) Grease fitting (Tie-rod ends)

  • Page 75: Checking Engine Start System

    A If the tractor does not pass the test, do not 6. The engine must not crank. operate the tractor. 7. If it cranks, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. C Preparation before testing. 1. Place all control levers in the "NEUTRAL" position.

  • Page 76: Checking Operator Presence Control

    4. Stand up. (Do not get off the machine.) 5. The engine must shut off after approximately 1 second. 6. If it does not stop, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. (1) 137 N-m (14 kgf-m, 100 ft-lbs)

  • Page 77: Every 100 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 100 HOURS BCleaning Fuel Filter BCleaning Air Cleaner Element [Single This job should not be done in the field, but in a clean Element Type] place. 1. Remove the element. 1. Loosen and remove the filter bowl, and rinse the inside 2.

  • Page 78: Adjusting Fan Belt Tension

    PERIODIC SERVICE A If dust, dirt or water enters the fuel system, the fuel BAdjusting Clutch Pedal pump and injection nozzles are subject to premature wear. To prevent this, be sure to clean the fuel filter bowl and element periodically. Proper clutch 20 to 30 mm (0.8 to 1.2 in.) on the pedal free travel...

  • Page 79: Adjusting Brake Pedal

    PERIODIC SERVICE BAdjusting Brake Pedal BChecking Battery Condition To avoid personal injury or death: To avoid the possibility of battery explosion: A Stop the engine and chock the wheels before refillable type battery, follow checking brake pedal. instructions below. A Do not use or charge the refillable type battery if the fluid level is below the LOWER (lower limit 15 to 20 mm (0.6 to 0.8 in.) on level) mark.
  • Page 80 PERIODIC SERVICE C Battery Charging To avoid personal injury or death: A When the battery is being activated, hydrogen and oxygen gases in the battery are extremely explosive. Keep open sparks and flames away from the battery at all times, especially when charging the battery.

  • Page 81: Every 200 Hours

    A To prevent serious damage to the hydraulic system, (1) Transmission oil filter [HST Type] use only a KUBOTA genuine filter. A Do not operate the tractor immediately after changing 2. Put a film of clean transmission oil on the rubber seal of the new filter.

  • Page 82: Adjusting Toe-In

    PERIODIC SERVICE BAdjusting Toe-in C Adjusting procedure 1. Loosen the lock nut and turn the turnbuckle to adjust the rod length until the proper toe-in measurement is Proper toe-in 2 to 8 mm (0.08 to 0.31 in.) obtained. 2. Retighten the lock nuts. 1.

  • Page 83: Every 400 Hours

    Oil capacity with filter 5.7 L (6.0 U.S.qts.) (1) Engine oil filter (1) Oil inlet (A) Oil level is acceptable within this range (2) Dipstick A To prevent serious damage to the engine, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter. (1) Drain plug...

  • Page 84: Changing Transmission Fluid / Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChanging Transmission Fluid / Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter C Cleaning Magnetic Filter To avoid personal injury or death: A Be sure to stop the engine before changing the oil filter cartridge. A Allow engine to cool down sufficiently, oil can be hot and can burn.

  • Page 85: Replacing Fuel Filter Element

    Re-tighten the lock nut. (1) Oil inlet A To prevent serious damage to the hydraulic system, (1) Adjusting screw use only a KUBOTA genuine filter. (2) Lock nut A Do not operate the tractor immediately after changing the transmission fluid.

  • Page 86: Every 800 Hours

    6. Remove the oil level check plug and check to see if BAdjusting Engine Valve Clearance the oil flows out of its port. If not, add the oil through Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. the filling port until it flows out of the oil level check port.

  • Page 87: Every 2000 Hours Or 2 Years

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 2000 HOURS or 2 YEARS Be sure to do the following servicing once every 2000 hours or biennially, whichever comes first. BFlushing Cooling System and Changing Coolant To avoid personal injury or death: A Do not remove radiator cap while coolant is hot.

  • Page 88: Every 3000 Hours

    If mixed with the cleaning agent, sludge may build up, adversely affecting the engine parts. 7. Kubota's genuine long-life coolant has a service life of 2 years. Be sure to change the coolant every 2000 hours or every 2 years whichever comes faster.

  • Page 89: Checking Radiator Hose And Clamp

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Radiator Hose and Clamp Check to see if radiator hoses are properly fixed every year. 1. If hose clamps are loose or water leaks, tighten bands securely. 2. Replace hoses and tighten hose clamps securely, if radiator hoses are swollen, hardened or cracked. Replace hoses and hose clamps every 4 years or earlier if checked and found that hoses are swollen, hardened or cracked.

  • Page 90: Every 4 Years

    The tractor is equipped with split pin plug under the clutch BReplacing Fuel Hose housing. Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. After operating in rain, snow or tractor has been washed, water may get into the clutch housing. Check it by pushing in the split pin.

  • Page 91: Replacing Fuse

    Failure to follow this procedure may result in serious damage to tractor electrical system. Refer "TROUBLESHOOTING" section of this manual or your local KUBOTA Dealer for specific information dealing FUSE No. CAPACITY(A) Protected circuit with electrical problems. Hazard Work light Panel...

  • Page 92: Replacing Head Lamp

    BReplacing Fuel Hose against the lamp, apply excess force, and get the lamp scratched. If broken, glass may cause Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. injury. A Before replacing the lamp, be sure to turn off the light and wait until the bulb cools down, BReplacing Intake Air Line otherwise, you may get burned.

  • Page 93: Storage

    STORAGE STORAGE 8. Remove the battery from the tractor. Store the battery following the battery storage procedures. (See "Checking Battery Condition" in "EVERY 100 To avoid personal injury or death: HOURS" in "PERIODIC SERVICE" section.) A Do not clean the machine while the engine is 9.

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    A Loose or defective fan belt. A Adjust or replace fan belt. A Dirty radiator core or grille screens. A Remove all trash. A Coolant flow route corroded. A Flush cooling system. If you have any questions, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 95: Options

    OPTIONS OPTIONS Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details. A Engine Block Heater For extremely cold weather starting A Front end weights For front ballast A Front bumper A Rear Wheel Weights For rear ballast A Cruise Control A Sunshade...

  • Page 96: Appendices

    APPENDICES APPENDICES INDEX Fuel Hose ............72 Fuel Hose ............74 3-point Hitch Lowering Speed ......39 Fuel Injection Nozzle (Injection Pressure) ..68 Air Cleaner Element .........68 Fuel Line............70 Air Cleaner Element [Single Element Type] ..59 Fuel System............. 72 Anti-Freeze............69 Fuse..............
  • Page 97 APPENDICES Power Steering Hose ........74 Power Steering Line .........71 PTO Gear Shift Lever........34 PTO Shaft Cover and Shaft Cap ......35 Radiator Hose (Water pipes)......72 Radiator Hose (Water pipes)......74 Radiator Hose and Clamp ........71 Range Gear Shift Lever (L-M-H) ......26 Rear Ballast............45 Rear Wheels.............43 Refueling ............52 Seat Belt............21...

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