Storage Of The Tractor; Storing The Tractor; Removing The Tractor From Storage - Kubota BX1880-AU Operator's Manual

STORING THE TRACTOR

STORAGE OF THE TRACTOR

WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Do not clean the tractor while the engine is
running.
• To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning,
do not operate the engine in a closed building
without proper ventilation.
• When storing the tractor, remove the starter key
from the key switch to avoid unauthorized
persons from operating the tractor and getting
injured.
STORING THE TRACTOR
IMPORTANT :
• When washing the tractor, be sure to stop the
engine. Allow sufficient time for the engine to
cool before washing the tractor.
• Cover the tractor after the muffler and the
engine have cooled down.
If you intend to store your tractor for an extended
period of time, follow the procedures outlined as
follows. These procedures will insure that the tractor is
ready to operate with minimum preparation when it is
removed from storage.
1. Check the bolts and nuts for looseness, and tighten
them if necessary.
2. Apply grease to the areas of the tractor where bare
metal will rust and to pivot areas.
3. Detach the weights from the tractor body.
4. Inflate the tires to a pressure a little higher than
usual.
5. Change the engine oil and run the engine to
circulate oil throughout the engine block and
internal moving parts for about 5 minutes.
6. With all implements lowered to the ground, coat any
exposed hydraulic-cylinder-piston-rods with grease.
7. Remove the battery from the tractor. Store the
battery following the battery-storage-procedures.
(See 1.2 Dealing with the battery when storing the
tractor for a long period on page
8. Keep the tractor in a dry place, where the tractor is
sheltered from the elements. Cover the tractor.
9. Store the tractor indoors in a dry area that is
protected from sunlight and excessive heat. If the
tractor must be stored outdoors, cover it with a
waterproof tarpaulin.
Jack the tractor up and place blocks under the front
and rear axles so that all 4 tires are off the ground.
BX1880, BX2380, BX2680
85)
STORAGE OF THE TRACTOR
Keep the tires out of direct sunlight and extreme
heat.
REMOVING THE TRACTOR
FROM STORAGE
1. Check the air pressure of the tires and inflate the
tires if they are low.
2. Jack the tractor up and remove the support blocks
from under the front and rear axles.
3. Before installing the battery, be sure that it is fully
charged.
4. Install the battery.
5. Check the tension of the fan belt.
6. Check all fluid levels: engine oil, transmission/
hydraulic oil, engine coolant, and any attached
implements.
7. Start the engine. Check all gauges.
8. If all gauges are functioning properly and reading
normal, follow the following procedure.
a. Move the tractor outside.
b. Once outside, park the tractor.
c. Let the engine idle for at least 5 minutes.
9. Shut the engine off. Walk around tractor and make
a visual inspection looking for evidence of oil or
water leaks.
10. With the engine fully warmed up, release the
parking brake and test the brakes for proper
adjustment as you move forward. Adjust the brakes
if it is necessary for the brakes to be adjusted.
99