Adjusting The Crawler Tension; Greasing The Pilot Valve Linkage; Checking The Electric Cables And Connections - Kubota K008-3 Operating Instructions Manual

Maintenance

Adjusting the crawler tension

Tightening the crawlers
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Position the grease gun on the grease nipple (1).
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Pump the grease gun until the specified crawler tension is
obtained.
Loosening the crawlers

Cautiously unscrew the pressure valve (2) and loosen the crawler.
Grease could squirt out from the cylinder opening.
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Screw in the pressure valve and torque to 98-108 Nm.
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Tighten the crawler.
The following description applies to the excavator type U10-3.

Greasing the pilot valve linkage


Pull up the rubber boot on the control lever (3).
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Lubricate the u-joint (1) below the plate (2) with grease. See
the "Recommended lubricants" section (page 100).
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Insert the rubber boot in the console.

Carry out the service for the second control lever.

Checking the electric cables and connections


Check all accessible electric cables, connectors and connections for condition and security.

Repair or replace damaged parts.
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Check the fuse box and fuse holders for oxidation and dirt, clean if necessary.
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