Lubrication; Greasing The Swivel Gear - Kubota K008-3 Operating Instructions Manual

When replacing the battery, always install a battery of the same type with the same power rating
and the same dimensions.
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Before installation, cover the battery terminals and cable clamps with petroleum jelly.
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Install the battery in the swivel frame and fasten it with the battery retainer. Check the battery for tightness.
→ Do not operate the excavator with a loose battery.
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Connect the positive cable clamp to the positive terminal (+) of the battery, install the positive terminal
cover.
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Connect the negative terminal (-) of the battery, install the negative terminal cover.

Lubrication

The following describes all non-daily lubricating tasks at the attachments.

Greasing the swivel gear

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Fill grease through the grease nipple (1) with a grease gun.
Grease at each 90
grease gun). See the "Recommended lubricants" section (page 100).
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Operate the excavator and swivel the swivel frame 360° several times in succession to distribute the
grease evenly.
When moving the swivel frame, make sure no person or material is in the swivel area. Turn the
starter switch to the STOP position and remove the key before the next greasing procedure.
94
°
position of the swivel gear. Fill approx. 50 g of grease (20-30 shots with the
Maintenance