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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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ZD326-EU-2
K3173-7131-2
1BDABDDAP1110
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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL ZD326-EU-2 K3173-7131-2 1BDABDDAP1110 READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL - Original instructions -...
  • Page 2 Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any resulting damage or injury. Kubota Corporation manufacturer or distributor of the machine ZD326-EU-2...
  • 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. Safety Alert Symbol Diesel Fuel Fuel-Level Parking Brake Engine-Stop Preheat Engine-Run...
  • Page 4 FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA ZERO TURN MOWER. This machine is a product of KUBOTA's quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of excellent materials and under a rigid quality control system. It will give you long, satisfactory service.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION .................... SERVICING OF MACHINE ..................1 SPECIFICATIONS....................... 3 IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS ..................6 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS..............7 MOWER MOUNTING ....................9 MOUNTING THE MOWER DECK ................9 ADJUSTING THE MOWER ................... 10 DISMOUNTING THE MOWER DECK ..............10 OPERATING THE ENGINE..................
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OSCILLATING FRONT AXLE................27 WORK LIGHT (OPTIONAL KIT) ................27 STOPPING......................27 PARKING ....................... 28 TRANSPORTING....................28 OPERATING THE MOWER ..................29 MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MOWER............. 29 Usage of the Skids......................29 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT ................29 OPERATING MOWER...................
  • Page 7 CONTENTS Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element ................55 Checking Fuel Filter......................56 Adjusting Fan Drive Belt Tension ................... 57 Adjusting Parking Brake ....................57 Checking Battery Condition .................... 59 EVERY 150 HOURS ....................60 Changing Gear Box Oil....................60 EVERY 200 HOURS ....................61 Changing Engine Oil.......................
  • Page 8 CONTENTS MAXIMUM SPEED (FORWARD) ................... 75 MOTION CONTROL LEVER ALIGNMENT ..............75 MOWER DECK LEVEL..................76 ANTI-SCALP ROLLERS....................76 LEVEL MOWER DECK (Side-to-Side) ................77 LEVEL MOWER DECK (Front-to-Rear) ................. 78 GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION ..............80 TIGHTENING TORQUE CHART ................81 STORAGE .........................
  • Page 9 4. KUBOTA recommends the use of a Roll Over etc. As appropriate or required. Protective Structures (ROPS) and seat belt in almost 8.
  • Page 10 9. Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not result in personal injury. point it at anyone. 18. Use only implements recommended by KUBOTA. Use 10. When using any attachments, never direct discharge proper ballast to front or rear of machine to reduce the material toward bystanders.
  • Page 11 The speed of PTO 2. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. ZD326-EU-2: 2530 min (rpm) at engine revolution 3200 3. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden min (rpm) hazards. Keep away from drop-offs. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine.
  • Page 12 SAFE OPERATION 9. Keep first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy at all times. 6. SERVICING AND STORAGE 10. Do not remove the radiator cap while coolant is hot. When cool, slowly rotate cap to the first stop and allow C Servicing sufficient time for excess pressure to escape before 1.
  • Page 13 26. Waste products such as used oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, and batteries, can harm the environment, people, pets and wildlife. Please dispose properly. See your local Recycling Center or KUBOTA Dealer to learn how to recycle or get rid of waste products.
  • Page 14 SAFE OPERATION 7. PICTORIAL SAFETY LABELS...
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  • Page 19 2. Clean pictorial safety labels with soap and water, dry with a soft cloth. 3. Replace damaged or missing pictorial safety labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA Dealer. 4. If a component with pictorial safety 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 21: Safe Operation

    When in need of parts or major service, be sure to see your KUBOTA Dealer. When in need of parts, be prepared to give your dealer the machine, engine and mower serial numbers.
  • Page 22 SERVICING OF MACHINE (1) Mower identification plate (2) Mower serial No. (1) ROPS serial No.

  • Page 23: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Model ZD326-60-EU-2 ZD326-60R-EU-2 Model D1005 Max. engine power (Gross) 19 (*1) Type Liquid-cooled Number of cylinders Bore and stroke 76 x 73.6 Total displacement 1001 Max revolution min (rpm) 3320 to 3420 Engine Low idling revolution min (rpm) 1250 to 1350 Diesel fuel No.1 [below -10 Fuel...
  • Page 24 Min. turning radius 1 speed Revolution (2530 min (rpm) at engine revolution 3200 min (rpm)) Drive system Shaft drive, KUBOTA 10 tooth involute spline Clutch type Wet multi disks PTO brake Wet single disk (Specifications and design subject to change without notice)
  • Page 25 SPECIFICATIONS Model RCK60P-326Z-EU-2 RCK60R-326Z-EU-2 Suitable machine ZD326-EU-2 Mounting method Quick joint, Parallel linkage Adjustment of cutting height Dial gauge Cutting width 152.4 Cutting height 25 to 127 Weight (Approx.) Commercial Deck Blade spindle speed r/s (min (rpm)) 47.7 (2863) *1...

  • Page 26: 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 Machine may result in malfunctions or failures of the machine, damage to other property and injury to the operator or others. [Any malfunctions or failures of the machine resulting from use with improper implements are not covered by the warranty.]...

  • Page 27: Instrument Panel And Controls

    INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS Parking brake pedal......11, 24 Coolant temperature gauge....Parking brake lock pedal...... 11, 24 (10) Fuel gauge (LH tank only)..... Motion control lever......11, 24 (11) Key switch..........Cup holder..........
  • Page 28 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Anti-scalp roller (Front, swivel type)..29 (2) Anti-scalp roller (Rear)......

  • Page 29: Mower Mounting

    MOWER MOUNTING MOWER MOUNTING MOUNTING THE MOWER DECK A For easy installation set the anti scalp roller as shown below. RCK60P: 2 places To avoid serious injury or death: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. A Apply the parking brake. A Stop the engine and remove the key.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Mower

    MOWER MOUNTING (1) Universal joint (A) "PULL" (1) Lift link (2) Coupler (2) Clevis pin, Plain washer, Snap ring (3) Universal joint cover 9. Install universal joint. 10. Raise the operator's seat to the "LOCK" position. Pull back the coupler of the universal joint. 11.

  • Page 31: Operating The Engine

    OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE To avoid serious injury or death: 1. Make sure that the hood is closed. A Read "SAFE OPERATION" in the front of this manual. A Understand the pictorial safety labels located A If the hood is opened, the engine does not start.
  • Page 32 OPERATING THE ENGINE 4. Make sure that the PTO lever is in the 6. Set the throttle lever 1/2 way forward. "DISENGAGED" (OFF) position. (1) Throttle lever "FAST" "SLOW" (1) PTO lever "ENGAGED" (ON) "DISENGAGED" (OFF) 7. Insert the key into the key switch and 5.

  • Page 33: Key Switch

    OPERATING THE ENGINE BKey Switch OFF.... The position where the key can be inserted into or removed from the key switch. [When the key is turned this position, the engine shuts off.] ON....The engine keeps running. PREHEAT... The super glow plug is heated. START..

  • Page 34: Check During Operating

    If this should happen during operation, check the electrical charging system or consult your local (1) Fuel gauge (E) "EMPTY" KUBOTA Dealer. for LH tank (Secondary tank) (F) "FULL" (2) Fuel level warning lamp Fuel level [RH tank (primary tank) only]...

  • Page 35: Coolant Temperature Gauge

    OPERATING THE ENGINE 5. After switching to the LH tank, if the fuel gauge indicates "E", the fuel in the LH tank (secondary tank) BCoolant Temperature Gauge is empty (less than 3.4 L in the LH tank). Refuel as soon as possible. (See "Checking Amount of Fuel and Refueling"...

  • Page 36: Hour Meter

    A If noises are heard after the hydraulic control lever has been activated and the implement is lifting, the hydraulic mechanism is not adjusted properly. Unless corrected, the unit will be damaged. Contact your local KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment.

  • Page 37: Jump Starting

    OPERATING THE ENGINE JUMP STARTING A Use of a higher voltage source on a machine could result in severe damage to the machine electrical system. Use only matching voltage source when "jump- To avoid serious injury or death: starting" a low or dead battery condition. A Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from battery.

  • Page 38: Stopping The Engine

    5. Turn the fuel valve to the "OFF" position. (Red mark) and hold it until the engine stops. Then contact your local KUBOTA Dealer immediately. To avoid serious injury or death: A Do not operate the machine until the engine stop system is repaired.

  • Page 39: Operating The Machine

    OPERATING THE MACHINE OPERATING THE MACHINE OPERATING NEW MACHINE How a new machine is operated and maintained To avoid serious injury or death: determines the life of the machine. A The machine relies upon the engine driven A new machine just off the factory production line has transmission for speed, direction and steering been, of course, tested, but the various parts are not control.

  • Page 40: Operating Foldable Rops

    4. Align lock pin holes and insert both lock pins and If interference occurs, contact your KUBOTA secure them with the hair pins. Dealer. To avoid personal injury: BTo Fold the ROPS A Make sure that both lock pins are properly 1.

  • Page 41: To Raise The Rops To Upright Position

    OPERATING THE MACHINE BTo Raise the ROPS to Upright Position BAdjustment of Foldable ROPS 1. Remove both hair pins and lock pins. A Adjust free fall of the ROPS upper frame regularly. A If you feel less friction when folding the ROPS, tighten the nut (1) until you feel the right friction in the movement and then replace the cotter pin.

  • Page 42: Starting

    OPERATING THE MACHINE STARTING 1. Adjust the operator's position. BOperator's Seat To avoid serious injury or death: A Make adjustments to the seat only while the machine is stopped. A Make sure that the seat is completely secured after each adjustment. A Do not allow any person other than the driver to (1) Travel adjust lever ride on the machine.

  • Page 43: Seat Belt

    ROPS. hydraulic mechanism is not adjusted properly. Contact your local KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment. Adjust the seat belt for proper fit and connect to the A Do not depress the hydraulic lift control pedal.

  • Page 44: Parking Brake Pedal

    OPERATING THE MACHINE 4. Unlock the parking brake. 5. Operate the machine. BParking Brake Pedal BMotion Control Lever To release the parking brake: Depress the brake pedal and release slowly with your right foot, without pressing the parking brake lock To avoid serious injury or death: pedal.
  • Page 45 A No control is provided by the motion control section. We recommend you to contact your local levers when the engine is off. KUBOTA Dealer. C Neutral position C Re-start on the slopes A Grasp the motion control levers and move them inward from the "NEUTRAL LOCK"...
  • Page 46 OPERATING THE MACHINE FORWARD: GENERAL RIGHT TURN: A Push both motion control levers forward equally at the A Push left motion control lever further forward than the same time. For travel forward in a straight line. right motion control lever. For forward travel to the right.

  • Page 47: Fixing Front Axle

    OPERATING THE MACHINE FIXING FRONT AXLE WORK LIGHT (OPTIONAL KIT) To avoid serious injury or death: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. A Stop the engine, remove the key and engage the parking brake. A rigid front axle is recommended for a more even cut under mowing the rough terrain.

  • Page 48: Parking

    OPERATING THE MACHINE PARKING TRANSPORTING TO LOCK: 1. Transport the machine on a suitable trailer. Depress the parking brake pedal firmly with your right A To prevent the hood from opening by wind while in foot, and the parking brake lock pedal simultaneously transit, it is necessary to either load the machine with your left foot.

  • Page 49: Operating The Mower

    OPERATING THE MOWER OPERATING THE MOWER MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MOWER 1. When using your mower for the first time, choose a smooth level area and cut in straight and slightly overlapping strips. 2. The size and type of the area to be mowed will determine the proper mowing pattern.
  • Page 50 OPERATING THE MOWER (1) Anti-scalp roller (Front, swivel type) (1) Cutting height control dial (2) Anti-scalp roller (Rear) (2) Hydraulic lift control pedal 4. Lower the mower deck by depressing the hydraulic lift control pedal (DOWN). This lowers the mower deck from "TRANSPORT"...
  • Page 51 OPERATING THE MOWER Reference A Set position for recommended ground clearance 19 mm. (Figure shows setting position of cutting height 3") The number of collars under Position of Position of the boss pins bolts Cutting Ground height clearance 1.00" 6 mm 1.25"...

  • Page 52: Operating Mower

    OPERATING THE MOWER OPERATING MOWER BStarting To avoid serious injury or death: To avoid serious injury or death: A Do not operate the mower without the A Engine components can get extremely hot from discharge deflector being in place properly. operation.

  • Page 53: Tires And Wheels

    TIRES AND WHEELS TIRES AND WHEELS TIRES WHEELS A When re-fitting a wheel, tighten the wheel bolt to the following torques then recheck after traveling 200 m To avoid serious injury or death: (200 yards) changing directions several times. A Do not attempt to mount a tire. This should be done by a qualified person with the proper equipment.

  • Page 54: Remove And Install Front Caster Wheels

    TIRES AND WHEELS BRemove and Install Front Caster Wheels C Removing 1. Park the machine on a firm and level surface. 2. Stop the engine and apply parking brake. 3. Lift the front of machine with a safe lifting device. 4.

  • Page 55: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS The following servicing tasks should be carried out on the machine at the stated running-time intervals. Indication hour meter (Hr) Ref. No. Items After Page since Engine start every Check system 50Hr every OPC system Check 50Hr every Check...
  • Page 56 MAINTENANCE Indication hour meter (Hr) Ref. No. Items After Page since Hydraulic oil every Replace filter 400Hr Engine valve every Adjust clearance 800Hr Fuel injection every nozzle injection Check 1500Hr pressure every 2000Hr Radiator Clean 2 years every 2000Hr Coolant Change 2 years every...

  • Page 57: Periodic Service Chart Label

    *8 The initial 100 hours should not be an adjustment cycle. *9 If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. PERIODIC SERVICE CHART LABEL (1) Part No. K3191-6552-5 (ENGLISH)

  • Page 58: Lubricants, Fuel And Coolant

    Front anti scalp roller pivot boss Note * Oil amount when the oil level is at the upper level of the oil level gauge. A To prevent serious damage to hydraulic systems, use only KUBOTA genuine fluid or its equivalent.
  • Page 59 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 60: Periodic Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD, FRONT BFront Cover COVER & STEP To open the front cover, pull the bottom edge of the front cover. To avoid serious injury or death from contact with moving parts: A Never open the hood while the engine is running.

  • Page 61: How To Raise The Operator's Seat

    PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO RAISE THE OPERATOR'S SEAT C Lower C Raise To avoid serious injury or death: A Do not drop the seat to close it. A Watch your hands. Do not place your hands To avoid serious injury or death: under the seat, when closing.
  • Page 62 PERIODIC SERVICE 6. Insert L-pins to both sides of the front axle to position C Return to the normal position. the front wheels. As shown below. Reverse to the above procedure. A To ensure equal oscillation of the axle and prevent loss of parts.

  • Page 63: How To Open The Lever Guide

    PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO OPEN THE LEVER GUIDE LIFT-UP POINT To avoid serious injury or death: To avoid serious injury, death or machine damage: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. A Do not work under the machine unless it is A Stop the engine, remove the key and apply the secured by safe stands or suitable blocking.

  • Page 64: Daily Check

    Safety systems. Ref. If either of these do not Check item Page Starting the operate properly, contact engine your local KUBOTA Dealer Walking Tire pressure, wear and immediately. around the damage machine Check for abnormal noise Oil and water leak and vibration.

  • Page 65: Checking Engine Oil Level

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Engine Oil Level BChecking Amount of Fuel and Refueling To avoid serious injury or death: To avoid serious injury or death: A Always stop the engine and remove the key A Handle fuel carefully. If the engine is running, before checking oil.

  • Page 66: Checking And Cleaning Radiator Screen And Bonnet Screen To Prevent Overheating

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking and Cleaning Radiator Screen and Bonnet Screen to Prevent Overheating To avoid serious injury or death: A Engine components can get extremely hot from operation. To prevent severe burns, do not touch these areas while the engine is running, or immediately after it is turned off.

  • Page 67: Checking Tire Pressure

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Tire Pressure BChecking Transmission Fluid Level To avoid serious injury or death: To avoid serious injury or death: A Do not attempt to mount a tire on a rim. This A Allow the transmission case to cool down should be done by a qualified person with the sufficiently when cleaning its surface.

  • Page 68: Checking Coolant Level

    A If the radiator cap has to be removed, follow the caution above and securely retighten the cap. A Use clean, distilled water and anti-freeze to fill the radiator and the recovery tank. A If water should leak, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.
  • Page 69 PERIODIC SERVICE A For areas marked with , loosen the nut (A) to remove grease up plate, and then apply grease. A For areas marked with , loosen the nuts (B) to remove the center cover, and then apply grease. A For areas marked with , apply grease without removing the cover.

  • Page 70: Every 50 Hours

    Test 1. A If the engine cranks Test 1 through 5, consult your A Check the following tests before operating the local KUBOTA Dealer to have the unit checked before machine. operation. Test 1 (OPERATOR NOT ON THE SEAT) 1.

  • Page 71: Checking Opc System

    3. Shift the PTO lever to "ENGAGE" (ON) position. 4. Stand up. (Do not get off the machine.) 5. The engine must shut off. A If the engine cranks Test 1 or 2, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer to have the unit checked before operation.

  • Page 72: Checking Gear Box Oil Level

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Gear Box Oil Level BGreasing To avoid serious injury or death: To avoid serious injury or death: A Always stop the engine and remove the key A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before checking oil.
  • Page 73 PERIODIC SERVICE (1) Parking brake lock pedal (1) Motion control lever contact position (LH, RH) (1) Motion control lever pivot bushing (LH, RH)

  • Page 74: Oiling

    PERIODIC SERVICE (1) Seat adjuster BOiling (1) Throttle cable (Oil) (1) Machine universal joint (2) Engine (3) Radiator...

  • Page 75: Every 100 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 100 HOURS C Evacuator Valve Open the evacuator valve once a week under ordinary BCleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element conditions - or daily when used in a dusty place - to get rid of large particles of dust and dirt. To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to stop engine and remove the key before cleaning air cleaner element.

  • Page 76: Checking Fuel Filter

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Fuel Filter To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key when attempting to make the following checks and changes. A Never fail to check the fuel lines periodically. The fuel lines are subject to wear and aging.

  • Page 77: Adjusting Fan Drive Belt Tension

    BAdjusting Fan Drive Belt Tension BAdjusting Parking Brake If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before checking belt tension.
  • Page 78 PERIODIC SERVICE 6. Release the parking brake completely. 4. Check that the machine does not move. 7. Hold the brake rod lightly. 8. Check the brake spring play. (B): Proper brake The spring must have play. spring play Reference: 0.5 to 1.0 mm (A) 17 ramp A For parking brake test purposes, only use 17 ramp.

  • Page 79: Checking Battery Condition

    PERIODIC SERVICE A Mishandling the battery shortens the service life and BChecking Battery Condition adds to maintenance costs. The original battery is maintenance free, but needs some servicing. To avoid the possibility of battery explosion: If the battery is weak, the engine will be difficult to start and the lights will be dim.

  • Page 80: Every 150 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 150 HOURS BChanging Gear Box Oil To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before changing the oil. 1. To drain the used oil, remove the drain plug and filler plug at the gear box and drain the oil completely into the oil pan.

  • Page 81: Every 200 Hours

    3. To check the oil level. Remove the dipstick, wipe it replacement element of the recommended type must clean, insert it and draw it out again. Check to see that be used. Use only a genuine KUBOTA filter or its the oil level is between the 2 marks. equivalent.

  • Page 82: Replacing Transmission Oil Filter [Hst]

    A To prevent serious damage or premature failure to the level normally lowers a little. Add engine oil to proper hydraulic system, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter. level. Check for oil leaks around filter gasket. BReplacing Transmission Oil Filter [HST]...

  • Page 83: Adjusting The Motion Control Lever Pivot

    PERIODIC SERVICE BAdjusting the Motion Control Lever Pivot BAdjusting Front Axle Pivot If the front axle pivot pin adjustment is not correct, vibration in the front wheel can occur. To avoid serious injury or death: C Check and Adjustment of the Front Axle End Play A Be sure to stop the engine and set the parking 1.

  • Page 84: Every 400 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 400 HOURS BChanging Transmission Fluid and Rear Axle Gear Case Oil (RH and LH) To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before changing or checking the oil. A Allow transmission case...

  • Page 85: Replacing Fuel Filter

    EVERY 800 HOURS 1. The oil filter must be changed every 400 service hours. BAdjusting Engine Valve Clearance Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. EVERY 1000 HOURS or EVERY 1 YEAR Replace every 1000 hours or every 1 year whichever comes faster.

  • Page 86: Every 1500 Hours

    EVERY 1500 HOURS BChecking Fuel Injection Nozzle (Injection Pressure) Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. EVERY 2000 HOURS or EVERY 2 YEARS Be sure to do the following service once every 2000 hours or every 2 years whichever comes faster.

  • Page 87: Anti-Freeze

    Always use a 50/50 mix of long-life coolant and clean soft water in KUBOTA engines. (1) Drain valve Consult your local KUBOTA dealer concerning coolant for extreme conditions. 1. Long-life coolant (hereafter LLC) comes in several A Do not start engine without coolant.

  • 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 Intake Air Line

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 4 YEARS BReplacing Hydraulic Hose Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. BReplacing Fuel Lines Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. BReplacing Engine Breather Hose Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. BReplacing Radiator Hose...

  • Page 90: Service As Required

    PERIODIC SERVICE SERVICE AS REQUIRED A When replacing the slow blow fuse, loosen the nuts and remove the cover. BReplacing Fuses 1. Raise the operator's seat. 2. Remove the blown fuse. 3. Place a new fuse of the same capacity in position. To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to reinstall the removed cover after replacing the slow blow fuse.

  • Page 91: Checking And Replacing Blade

    A Use the proper metric size box or socket wrench to tighten or loosen the blade mounting bolt. (1) Pipe (A) "LOOSEN" A Make sure that the KUBOTA genuine blades are used. 3. To sharpen the blades yourself, clamp the blade MODEL BLADE securely in a vise.

  • Page 92: Replacing Mower Belt

    PERIODIC SERVICE BReplacing Mower Belt To avoid serious injury or death: A Be sure to reinstall the removed cover after replacing the belt. 1. Remove the mower deck from the machine according to the procedure "DISMOUNTING THE MOWER DECK". 2. Loosen the nuts (B) to remove the center cover from the mower deck.

  • Page 93: Bleeding Fuel System

    PERIODIC SERVICE A Tighten bracket bolts securely 77.6 to 90.2 N-m (8.0 to 9.2 kgf-m). (1) Tension pulley (2) Bracket (RH) (3) Belt BBleeding Fuel System Air must be removed: 1. When the fuel filter or lines are removed. 2. When tank is completely empty. 3.

  • Page 94: Adjustment

    A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. adjustments correctly and safety, please A If it is necessary to run engine in an enclosed contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. area, use a gas tight exhaust pipe extension to remove the fumes.

  • Page 95: Motion Control Lever Neutral Position

    ADJUSTMENT BMOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL BMAXIMUM SPEED (FORWARD) POSITION Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. 1. Lift up and secure with jack stands or blocking the rear of the machine frame. BMOTION CONTROL LEVER ALIGNMENT 2. Remove both rear wheels.

  • Page 96: Mower Deck Level

    ADJUSTMENT MOWER DECK LEVEL C Aligning the control levers Lever position (High or Low) BANTI-SCALP ROLLERS 1. Remove the nut and select the motion control lever position, high or low. 2. Tighten the nut. To avoid serious injury or death: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface.

  • Page 97: Level Mower Deck (Side-To-Side)

    ADJUSTMENT [Rear side anti-scalp roller] BLEVEL MOWER DECK (Side-to-Side) 7. Adjust height of the rear side anti-scalp roller to one of 7 positions to approximately 19 mm between rollers and ground. Adjust both side rollers to the same height. To avoid serious injury or death: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface.

  • Page 98: Level Mower Deck (Front-To-Rear)

    ADJUSTMENT (1) Cutting height fine tuning bolt (2) Lock nut BLEVEL MOWER DECK (Front-to-Rear) To avoid serious injury or death: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. A Engage the parking brake. A Disengage PTO. A Stop the engine, remove the key and remove the mower universal joint while checking or adjusting the level of the mower deck.
  • Page 99 ADJUSTMENT (1) Cutting height fine tuning bolt (2) Lock nut (A) Front (B) Rear C Adjusting level (Front-to-Rear) 1. Raise up the mower deck to the transport position. (Also the top end). 2. Turn the cutting height set dial to the 3 in. cutting height position.

  • Page 100: General Torque Specification

    ADJUSTMENT GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION American standard cap screws Metric cap screws with UNC or UNF threads GR.5 GR.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 SAE grade No. Property class (N-m) 10.7 - 12.9 16.1 - 19.3 (N-m) 9.81 - 11.3 (kgf-m) 1.0 - 1.15 (kgf-m) 1.11 - 1.33 1.66 - 1.99...

  • Page 101: Tightening Torque Chart

    ADJUSTMENT TIGHTENING TORQUE CHART Hexa-Bolt No mark Thread size Head size d (mm) kgf-m kgf-m B (mm) 17.8 - 20.6 1.9 - 2.1 23.5 - 27.5 2.4 - 2.8 12 or 13 (19.2 1.4) (2.0 0.1) (25.5 2.0) (2.6 0.2) 39.3 - 45.1 4.0 - 4.6 48.1 - 55.9...

  • Page 102: Storage

    STORAGE STORAGE REMOVING THE MACHINE FROM STORAGE To avoid serious injury or death: 1. Check the tire air pressure and inflate the tires if they A Do not clean the machine with engine running. are low. A To avoid danger exhaust fume 2.

  • Page 103: Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 104: Battery Troubleshooting

    A Charging system A Contact your local trouble. KUBOTA Dealer. If you have any questions, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Cause Remedy A Hydrostatic transmission fluid A Replenish oil. Machine operation is not smooth.

  • Page 105: Mower Troubleshooting

    A Clean mower deck and pulleys. Excessive vibration. pulleys. A Damaged drive belt. A Replace drive belt. A Damaged pulleys. A Replace pulleys. A Pulleys out of alignment. A See your KUBOTA Dealer. A Blades out of balance. A Have blades balanced.
  • Page 106 A Ground speed too fast. A Slow down. A Debris wrapped around mower A Clean mower. spindles. A Front of deck lower than rear. A Adjust deck. (See "MOWER DECK LEVEL" in "ADJUSTMENT" section.) If you have any questions, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 107: Appendix

    SOUND AND VIBRATION MEASUREMENTS C Sound Pressure Level Measured Per ISO5395 Model Engine max speed Sound pressure at the operator's position Uncertainty K ZD326-EU-2 with 3420 min (rpm) 90.0 dB (A) 2.0 dB (A) RCK60P-326Z-EU-2 ZD326-EU-2 with 3420 min (rpm) 90.0 dB (A)

  • Page 108: Index

    INDEX INDEX Adjustment of Foldable ROPS .......21 Key Switch ............. 13 Air Cleaner Primary Element......55 LEVEL MOWER DECK (Front-to-Rear) ..78 Air Cleaner Primary Element and Secondary LEVEL MOWER DECK (Side-to-Side) ..77 Element ............65 Lubricating All Grease Fittings....... 48 Amount of Fuel and Refueling......45 Lubricating Oil for New Machines ....
  • Page 109 EC-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY DECLARATION CE DE CONFORMITE EG-KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG Manufacture : KUBOTA Manufacturing of America Corporation Fabricant : Hersteller : Address : Adresse : Industrial Park North, 2715 Ramsey Road, Gainesville, GA, 30501 U.S.A. Adresse : Authorized Representative and responsible person in...

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