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MALE QUICK HITCH AND SUBFRAME - L2180-1 Mid PTO Kits – L2182 & L2183 Refer to your Kubota Dealer for Approved Tractor Applications SERIAL NO. 2304408 AND UP OM 0313QH-A 08/03 MANUAL PART NUMBER 70000-01943...
INTRODUCTION Illustrations O THE URCHASER The illustrations may not necessarily reproduce All products are designed to give safe, the full detail and the exact shape of the parts dependable service if they are operated and or depict the actual models, but are intended maintained according to instructions.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued OTICE A safe operator is the best assurance against accidents. All operators, no matter how experienced they may be, should read this operator's manual and all other related manuals before attempting to operate the equipment. Please read the following section and pay particular attention to all safety recommendations contained in this manual and those labeled on the equipment and on the tractor.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued Implements & Subframe Operation 9. For your safety, do not work under any hydraulically supported machine elements, 1. Before leaving the tractor unattended, take they may creep down, suddenly drop or be possible precautions. Park accidentally lowered. tractor/subframe on level ground, place the 10.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued 20. Never allow anyone near the work area. 21. Securely connect equipment drive shaft. Check that all tractor and equipment drivelines are in good working order. Equipment drive shaft coupler must securely lock to and be retained by annular groove on tractor drive shaft.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued 10.Do not modify or alter this equipment or any AINTENANCE of its components or operating functions. If ALWAYS USE GENUINE PARTS WHEN have questions concerning REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED modifications, consult with your dealer. 11.Do not operate a unit that is defective or 1.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued TORAGE Before storing the subframe or implement, certain precautions should be taken to protect it from deterioration. 1. Clean subframe implement thoroughly. 2. Make all the necessary repairs. 3. Replace all safety signs that are damaged, lost, or otherwise become illegible.
ASSEMBLY UICK HITCH AND UBFRAME SSEMBLY The Quick Hitch and the Subframe are partially assembled at the factory, however, parts contained in the bag must be installed. Use the present manual and lay out all parts for assembly. Separate bolts and nuts into various sizes.
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ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: Make sure the mid support 3. (FIGURE 2a or 2b) Assemble the rear (item 3) is assembled as indicated on figure subframe (item 2), the front subframe (item 2a or 2b. 1) and the mid support (item 3) using four NOTE: Do not tighten the four 3/4"NC x 2 3/4"NC x 2 3/4"...
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ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: To attach the male quick hitch 4. (FIGURE 3) Grease the outside of the pivot (item 2) to the front subframe (item 3): bushings (item 1) and secure the male • Use position "A" when distance "L" quick hitch (item 2) to the front subframe between the front of the tractor and the (item 3) using two 1 1/8"NC x 4"...
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ASSEMBLY 6. (FIGURE 3) Secure the hose support (item 9. (FIGURE 3) Secure the parking stand 12) to the front subframe (item 3) using a extension (item 21) to the subframe parking 1/2"NC x 1 1/4" bolt (item 13), 1/2" stand (item 22) using two 3/8"NC x 1 1/4"...
ASSEMBLY Drive Kit Installation L2182 & L2183 (Options) (Figure 5) IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the drive 3. After installing the subframe under the kit components, do not raise or lower the tractor, attach the driveline's longest yoke snowblower while blowing snow. Always (item 3) to the rear of the output shaft (item make this operation when the snowblower 1).
ASSEMBLY Hydraulic Components Installation (Figures 6a, 6b & 6c, following page) IMPORTANT: To avoid hydraulic leaks, use thread sealant where necessary. WARNING: avoid serious 1. Install the flow restrictor (item 10) on the personal injury: Escaping hydraulic/diesel cylinder's lower hydraulic port (item 2) at 20°, fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin as shown on figure 6b.
ASSEMBLY Mounting the Subframe under the Tractor • Sit on the tractor seat, start the engine and, WARNING: To avoid serious personal using the hydraulic valve lever, completely injury: Park the tractor on level ground, extend the cylinder. Shut off the engine and place the transmission in neutral, set the disconnect the hoses.
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ASSEMBLY Step 2: (Figure 8) • • Sit on the operator"s seat, start the engine Make sure that the rear of the subframe and slowly compress the cylinder (item 2) (item 6) is well aligned with the tractor draw using the hydraulic valve lever. This bar (item 5) and shut off the engine.
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ASSEMBLY Étape 4: (Figure 10a) • • If you do not own the front loader, Place If you own the front loader, Place the mid the mid support installation plates (item 1), support installation plates (item 1) as the spacer (item 2) and the valve support shown on figure 10b and attach to each (item 6) as shown on figure 10a and attach side of the tractor using M16 x 1.5 x 55mm...
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ASSEMBLY Étape 5: (Figure 11) • • Insert a Ø 5/16" x 3" lg pin (item 1) in the Then insert the Ø 1 1/4" x 5 3/4" lg pins hole located at the end of each Ø 1 1/4" x 5 (item 2) in the hole of each mid support 3/4"...
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ASSEMBLY WARNING: avoid serious personal injury: Escaping hydraulic/diesel fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury • Do not use your hands to check for leaks. Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks. (1) Hydraulic line (2) Cardboard (3) Magnifying glass •...
ASSEMBLY Removing the Subframe from the Tractor • Sit on the tractor seat and start the engine. WARNING: To avoid serious personal Using the hydraulic valve lever, slowly injury: Park the tractor on level ground, lower the male quick hitch to the ground in place the transmission in neutral, set the order to slightly raise the front wheels.
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ASSEMBLY Step 3: (Figure 15) • Remove the draw bar (item 5) from the tractor in order to free the rear subframe (item 6). Step 4: (Figure 6) • • Sit on the tractor seat and start the engine. Make sure the subframe components do Using the hydraulic valve lever, lower the not interfere with the tractor before backing male quick hitch to the ground until the...
MAINTENANCE UBFRAME AINTENANCE 1. After the first 8 hours of operation, retighten 2. Every 20 hours of operation, lubricate the all nuts and bolts on the subframe two pivot bushings (Fig. 3, item 1) with oil according to the torque specification table. having a viscosity index SAE of 10 Then, make this verification every 40 hours minimum (example: 10W30).
PARTS NTRODUCTION All parts are illustrated in "exploded views" which show the individual parts in their normal relationship to each other. Reference numbers are used in the illustrations. These numbers correspond to those in the "Reference Number" (REF) column, and are followed by the description and quantity required. O/L - "Obtain Locally"...
TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE GENERAL SPECIFICATION TABLE Use the following torques when special torques are not given Note: These values apply to fasteners as received from supplier, when dry. These values do not apply if lubricants are used. BOLT SIZES (SAE) TORQUE INCHES Pounds-Foot...
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