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PRINTED IN U.S.A.
IMPRESO EN E.E.U.U.
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English, Spanish (U.S.A.)
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Code No.
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K3272-7122-2
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Código n°
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KUBOTA Corporation 2010
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
1BDABDNAP0010
READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL
LEA Y CONSERVE ESTE MANUAL
MODELS
ZG222A
MODELOS
ZG227A

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MANUAL DEL OPERADOR MODELS ZG222A MODELOS ZG227A · English, Spanish (U.S.A.) Code No. K3272-7122-2 1BDABDNAP0010 Código n° READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL LEA Y CONSERVE ESTE MANUAL PRINTED IN U.S.A. IMPRESO EN E.E.U.U. © KUBOTA Corporation 2010...
  • Page 2 Miles de personas confían en el saber hacer de KUBOTA y su tecnología, experiencia y servicio al cliente. Usted también puede...
  • Page 3 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODELS ZG222A ZG227A 1BDABDNAP0010 READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL...
  • Page 4 ABBREVIATION LIST Abbreviations Definitions American Petroleum Institute ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials, USA Feet Per Minute Hydrostatic Transmission Meters Per Second Power Take Off RH/LH Right-hand and left-hand sides are determined by facing in the direction of forward travel ROPS Roll-Over Protective Structures Revolutions Per Minute...
  • Page 5 UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS As a guide to the operation of your machine, 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 Hours Gasoline Fuel Cutting Height Fuel-Level Mower-Lowered position Parking Brake...
  • Page 6 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 7: 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 8 CONTENTS STOPPING......................26 PARKING ....................... 26 TRANSPORTING....................27 OPERATING THE MOWER ..................28 MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MOWER............. 28 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT ................28 OPERATING MOWER................... 31 PTO Lever ........................31 Starting ........................... 31 TIRES AND WHEELS ....................32 TIRES........................32 Inflation Pressure......................
  • Page 9 CONTENTS Cleaning Fuel Filter Bowl....................57 Adjusting Parking Brake ....................58 Battery Condition ......................60 Adjusting Throttle Cable ....................61 Checking Carbon Canister Air Filter ................62 EVERY 150 HOURS ....................62 Changing Gear Box Oil....................62 EVERY 200 HOURS ....................64 Replacing Engine Oil Filter .....................
  • Page 10 CONTENTS LEVEL MOWER DECK (Front-to-Rear) ................. 78 GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION ..............80 TIGHTENING TORQUE CHART ................81 STORAGE ......................... 82 MACHINE STORAGE .................... 82 REMOVING THE MACHINE FROM STORAGE............ 82 Fuel..........................82 Inspecting and Cleaning Fuel Filter Bowl ............... 83 TROUBLESHOOTING....................
  • Page 11 8. Do not operate the machine or any attachments while machine itself. under the influence of alcohol, medication, controlled 4. KUBOTA recommends the use of a Roll Over substances or when fatigued. Protective Structures (ROPS) and seat belt in almost 9.
  • Page 12 Use extra 18. Use only implements approved by KUBOTA. Use caution when machine is equipped with Grass proper ballast to front or rear of machine to reduce the Catcher.
  • Page 13 PTO-driven equipment. 1. To avoid tip over, operate across the slopes not up and 3. Use the PTO with KUBOTA approved attachments. down. Stay off hills and slopes too steep for safe operation.
  • Page 14 SAFE OPERATION 9. Keep first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy at all times. 6. SERVICING AND STORAGE 10. Do not attempt to mount a tire on a rim unless qualified to do so and all proper safety precautions are followed. C Servicing 11.
  • Page 15 26. See your local Recycling Center or KUBOTA Dealer to learn how to recycle or get rid of waste products. A A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provides specific details on chemical products;...
  • Page 16 SAFE OPERATION 7. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...
  • Page 17 SAFE OPERATION...
  • Page 18 SAFE OPERATION...
  • Page 19 SAFE OPERATION...
  • Page 20 2. Clean danger, warning and caution labels with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth. 3. Replace damaged or missing danger, warning and caution labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA Dealer. 4. If a component with danger, warning and caution 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) Mower identification plate (2) Mower serial No. (1) ROPS serial No.

  • Page 23: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Model ZG222SA ZG222A ZG227A ZG227LA Model KGZ770-MA3 KGZ770-MA2 Max. engine power (Gross) kW (HP) 15.7 (21.1) (*1) 19.4 (26.0) (*1) Type Air-cooled gasoline engine Number of cylinders 2 (V-Twin) 84.2 x 69 Bore and stroke mm (in.) (3.31 x 2.72) Total displacement cm (cu.
  • Page 24 ZG222A ZG227A ZG227LA 1 speed Revolution (2530 rpm at 3200 engine 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) NOTE:...
  • Page 25 SPECIFICATIONS Model RCK48S-222Z RCK48P-222Z RCK54P-227Z RCK60P-227Z Suitable machine ZG222SA ZG222A ZG227A ZG227LA Mounting method Quick joint, Parallel linkage Adjustment of cutting height Dial gauge Cutting width mm (in.) 1225 (48) 1375 (54) 1524 (60) Cutting height mm (in.) 25 to 127 (1.0 to 5.0) Weight (Approx.)

  • 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, 22 (10) Cutting height control dial..... Parking brake lock pedal...... 11, 22 (11) Key switch..........Lift lock lever........(12) Easy checker (TM)....... Motion control lever......11, 23 (13) Choke knob..........
  • Page 28 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Anti-scalp roller (Front, pin shift type)..28 (1) Anti-scalp roller (Front, bolt shift type)..28 (2) Anti-scalp roller (Rear, bolt shift type)..28 (2) Anti-scalp roller (Rear, bolt shift type)..28 ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Anti-scalp roller (Front, bolt shift type)..

  • Page 29: Mower Mounting

    MOWER MOUNTING MOWER MOUNTING MOUNTING THE MOWER DECK To avoid personal injury: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. A Apply the parking brake. A Stop the engine and remove the key. 1. Before mounting the mower deck, raise the lift links to full position.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Mower

    MOWER MOUNTING 7. Adjust the lift pedal to the lowest position and pull 10. After mounting the mower, check the mower level. If down the lift links. necessary, adjust the mower level and anti-scalp 8. Attach the lift links to the mower deck with attaching rollers.

  • Page 31: Operating The Engine

    OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE To avoid personal injury: 1. Sit on the operator's seat. A Read "SAFE OPERATION" in the front of this manual. 2. Apply the parking brake. A Read the danger, warning and caution labels located on the machine.
  • Page 32 OPERATING THE ENGINE 3. Make sure that the PTO lever is in the 5. Release the hydraulic lift control pedal "DISENGAGED" (OFF) position. to the "DOWN" position. (1) PTO lever "ENGAGED" (ON) (1) Hydraulic lift control pedal Depressing: "UP" "DISENGAGED" (OFF) Release: "DOWN"...

  • Page 33: Throttle Lever And Choke Knob

    The engine/equipment may be operated during the warm- jump start using another battery. up period, but it may be necessary to leave the choke Consult your local KUBOTA dealer. partially on until the engine warms up. A Do not turn the key switch to the "START" position while the engine is running.

  • Page 34: Check During Operating

    OPERATING THE ENGINE CHECK DURING OPERATING BFuel Gauge While operating, make the following checks to see that all Be careful not to empty the fuel tank. Otherwise air may the parts are functioning normally. enter the fuel system. If this should happen, the fuel system should be bled. BImmediately Stop the Engine if: (See "SERVICE...

  • Page 35: 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 36: 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 Battery gases can explode.

  • Page 37: Stopping The Engine

    Turn the carburetor fuel valve to "STOP" 5. Turn the carburetor fuel valve to "STOP" (CLOSE) (CLOSE) position and wait until the engine stops. Then position. contact your local KUBOTA Dealer immediately. (1) Carburetor fuel valve (A) "STOP" (CLOSE) (1) Carburetor fuel valve (A) "STOP"...

  • Page 38: 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 motion been, of course, tested, but the various parts are not control.

  • Page 39: Operating Foldable Rops

    A Before proceeding to fold the ROPS, check for possible interference with installed implements and attachments. If interference occurs, contact your KUBOTA Dealer. BTo Fold the ROPS 1. Unscrew the knob bolts 1 to 2 turns. (1) ROPS 2. Remove both lock pins.

  • Page 40: 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 hair pin.

  • Page 41: Starting

    A Do not use the seat belt if a foldable ROPS is hydraulic mechanism is not adjusted properly. Contact down or there is no ROPS. your local KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment. A Do not depress the hydraulic lift control pedal Adjust the seat belt for proper fit and connect to the continuously while operating the machine.

  • Page 42: Throttle Lever

    OPERATING THE MACHINE 3. Accelerate the engine. 4. Unlock the parking brake. BThrottle Lever BParking Brake Pedal Moving the throttle lever backward decreases the engine To release the parking brake: speed and moving it forward increases the engine speed. Depress the brake pedal and release slowly with your right foot, without pressing the parking brake lock pedal.

  • Page 43: Motion Control Lever

    OPERATING THE MACHINE Stop position 5. Operate the machine. C Neutral lock position A Forward and reverse movement of the motion control BMotion Control Lever levers are prevented when levers are in "NEUTRAL LOCK" position. (Engine can only be started with levers in this position.) To avoid personal injury: A Understand how to use the motion control...
  • Page 44 We recommend you to contact your local A To make restarting on the slopes easier, this machine KUBOTA Dealer. has the "CREEP" position. C Re-start on the slopes A If hand pressure is released from the motion control levers after moving them from the "NEUTRAL LOCK"...
  • Page 45 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 46: Work Light (Optional Kit)

    OPERATING THE MACHINE WORK LIGHT (OPTIONAL KIT) PARKING TO LOCK: Depress the parking brake pedal firmly with your right foot, and the parking brake lock pedal simultaneously with your left foot. Then release the parking brake pedal while handling the parking brake lock pedal down.

  • Page 47: Transporting

    OPERATING THE MACHINE TRANSPORTING 1. Transport the machine on a trailer. A Turn the carburetor fuel valve to the "OFF" position. A Fasten the machine to the trailer. A To prevent the hood from opening by wind while in transit, it is necessary to either load the machine backward or use a suitable tie down for the hood.

  • Page 48: 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 49 OPERATING THE MOWER A Never allow roller to contact the ground continuously as premature roller wear may develop if set incorrectly. A Anti-scalp rollers must maintain a minimum clearance of 6 mm (1/4 in.) to the ground. [PIN] (1) Anti-scalp roller (Front, bolt shift type) (2) Anti-scalp roller (Rear, bolt shift type) [BOLT] (1) Anti-scalp roller (Front, bolt shift type)
  • Page 50 OPERATING THE MOWER Reference A Set position for recommended ground clearance 19 mm (3/4 in.). Position of Position of pins bolts Ground clearance Cutting mm (Ref.) height inch (mm) Bolt shift type shift type 1.00" (25) 1.25" (32) 1.50" (38) 1.75"...

  • Page 51: 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 52: 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 53: 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 54: 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. Items Page After since Engine oil Change every 100Hr Engine oil filter Replace every 200Hr Transmission oil filter Replace every 200Hr...
  • Page 55 *8 This maintenance should be done daily or more often in dusty condition than in normal conditions. Suggested cleaning interval is every 100 hours in normal conditions. *9 If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. A GASOLINE ENGINE EMISSION RELATED MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS: 1.

  • Page 56: Periodic Service Chart Label

    MAINTENANCE PERIODIC SERVICE CHART LABEL (1) Part No. K3272-6551-6 (ENGLISH) (2) Part No. K3272-6552-6 (SPANISH)

  • Page 57: Lubricants And Fuel

    Note *1 Oil amount when the oil level is at the upper level of the oil level gauge. *2 The product name of KUBOTA genuine UDT fluid may be different from that in the Operator's Manual depending on countries or territories. Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further detail.
  • Page 58 A Indicated capacity of oil is manufacture's estimate. C Transmission oil: A KUBOTA Super UDT-2: For an enhanced ownership experience, we highly recommend Super UDT-2 to be used instead of standard hydraulic/transmission fluid. Super UDT-2 is a proprietary KUBOTA formulation that deliveries superior performance and protection in all operating conditions.

  • Page 59: Periodic Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD AND STEP BStep To open the step, pull the grip. To avoid personal injury from contact with moving parts: A Never open the hood while the engine is running. A Never open the step while the engine is running.

  • Page 60: How To Raise The Operator's Seat

    PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO RAISE THE OPERATOR'S SEAT 3. Raise the operator's seat to the "LOCK" position. C Raise To avoid personal injury: A Fully raise the operator's seat. (To the locked position) Do not keep the seat halfway. 1. Seat must be all the way back before raising. 2.

  • Page 61: How To Open The Lever Guide

    PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO OPEN THE LEVER GUIDE LIFT-UP POINT To avoid personal injury: 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 62: Rear Side

    PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK BRear side: To prevent trouble from occurring, it is important to know Hoist the rear frame with nylon slings. Or jack up the the condition of the machine. Check it before starting. bottom plate. To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to check and service the machine on a level surface with the engine shut off, the key removed and the parking brake securely set or...

  • Page 63: Checking Engine Oil Level

    A Do not mix oil with gasoline. A Tighten the fuel cap until it clicks. A Do not use the fuel cap other than KUBOTA approved one. A Do not permit dirt or trash or water to get into the fuel system.

  • Page 64: Overheating

    PERIODIC SERVICE A Fuel blend differs from season to season for the best seasonal engine performance. To prevent engine BChecking and Cleaning Air Intake Screen performance troubles such as vapor lock or hard and Air Intake Area to Prevent starting, use fuel within the season in which the fuel is Overheating purchased.

  • Page 65: Checking Tire Pressure

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Tire Pressure To avoid serious injury or death: A Do not attempt to mount a tire on a rim. This should be done by a qualified person with the proper equipment. A Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Inflation pressure in front tires rises quickly when using compressed air.

  • Page 66: Checking Transmission Fluid Level

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Transmission Fluid Level BLubricating All Grease Fittings To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: A Allow the transmission case to cool down A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key sufficiently when cleaning its surface. before greasing.

  • Page 67: Checking Movable Parts

    A If the machine does not pass one of the following tests, do not operate the machine. (1) Spindle shaft See your local KUBOTA Dealer. (2) Belt tension pulley A Sit on operator's seat for all tests except for (3) Belt tension pivot Test 1.

  • Page 68: Checking Opc System

    See your local KUBOTA Dealer. 5. The engine must not crank. A If the engine cranks Test 1 through 4, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer to have the unit checked before operation. Test 5 (OPERATOR ON THE SEAT) 1. Start the engine.

  • Page 69: Checking Gear Box Oil Level

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Gear Box Oil Level To avoid personal injury: A Always stop the engine and remove the key before checking oil. If serial numbers of mower are as indicated below RCK48S-222Z:all RCK48P-222Z:30000 and below RCK54P-227Z:30000 and below RCK60P-227Z:30000 and below 1.

  • Page 70: Greasing

    PERIODIC SERVICE If serial numbers of mower are as indicated below BGreasing RCK48P-222Z:30001 and above RCK54P-227Z:30001 and above RCK60P-227Z:30001 and above To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key 1. Park the machine on a flat surface and lower the before greasing.
  • Page 71 PERIODIC SERVICE (1) Motion control lever pivot bushing (LH, RH) (1) Machine universal joint (2) Bushing (1) Motion control lever contact position (LH, RH) (1) Seat adjuster...

  • Page 72: Oiling

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 100 HOURS BOiling BChanging Engine Oil To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before changing the oil. A Allow engine to cool down sufficiently; oil can be hot and may cause burns. 1.

  • Page 73: Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element

    If you feel you are unable to make the following service (1) When dry dust adheres to the element, blow correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. compressed air from the inside, turning the element. Pressure of compressed air must be under 205 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm , 30 psi).
  • Page 74 PERIODIC SERVICE 9. Blow off the debris inside the fan cover as shown in the figure. Pressure of compressed air must be under 205 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm , 30 psi). (1) Cover (2) M6 bolt (3) M8 bolt (1) Fan cover 10.

  • Page 75: Cleaning Engine Oil Cooler Fins

    [ZG227 only] If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. This engine is equipped with an oil cooler. The style of the oil cooler is mounted on the blower housing. Pressure of compressed air must be under 205 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm , 30...

  • Page 76: Checking Fuel Filter

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Fuel Filter To avoid personal injury: 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. Fuel may leak out onto the running engine, causing a fire.

  • Page 77: Cleaning Fuel Filter Bowl

    PERIODIC SERVICE BCleaning Fuel Filter Bowl Before supplying fuel, clean the fuel filter bowl. A If dirt or any other foreign matter is included in fuel, the filter element may be clogged earlier or water may be more likely to remain in the filter. A If water remains in the fuel filter bowl, clean or replace the fuel filter bowl as early as possible.

  • Page 78: Adjusting Parking Brake

    If you feel you are unable to make the following service A If they are excessively dirty (clogged), they will be correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. clogged again in short hours after cleaning. 4. Reassemble the packing and element while taking care that they are not contaminated with dirt.
  • Page 79 PERIODIC SERVICE 6. Release the parking brake completely. C Adjustment of brake spring length 7. Hold the brake rod lightly. 1. Place the motion control lever to the "NEUTRAL 8. Check the brake spring play. LOCK" position. 2. Apply the parking brake to the lock position. 3.

  • Page 80: Battery Condition

    PERIODIC SERVICE C Battery Charging BBattery Condition To avoid serious injury or death: A When the battery is being activated, hydrogen To avoid the possibility of battery explosion: and oxygen gases in the battery are extremely refillable type battery, follow explosive.

  • Page 81: Adjusting Throttle Cable

    PERIODIC SERVICE 6. When exchanging an old battery with new one, use a battery equal specification shown BAdjusting Throttle Cable "SPECIFICATIONS". 1. Move the throttle lever to the top position. (For non-accessible maintenance-free type batteries.) Maintenance-free, non-accessible batteries are designed to eliminate the need to add water.

  • Page 82: Checking Carbon Canister Air Filter

    BChecking Carbon Canister Air Filter BChanging Gear Box Oil If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. Check the carbon canister air filter every 100 hours of To avoid personal injury: operation.
  • Page 83 PERIODIC SERVICE If serial numbers of mower are as indicated below If serial numbers of mower are as indicated below RCK48P-222Z:30000 and below RCK48P-222Z:30001 and above RCK54P-227Z:30000 and below RCK54P-227Z:30001 and above RCK60P-227Z:30000 and below RCK60P-227Z:30001 and above 1. To drain the used oil, remove the drain plug and oil 1.

  • Page 84: Every 200 Hours

    Use only a genuine KUBOTA filter or its equivalent. (1) Spark plug cap and spark plug A Do not clean the spark plug in a machine using abrasive grit. Some grit could remain in the spark plug and enter the engine, which may cause extensive wear and damage.

  • Page 85: Replacing Transmission Oil Filter Cartridge

    PERIODIC SERVICE 7. Check the gap using a wire feeler gauge. Adjust the gap from 0.6 to 0.7 mm (0.024 to 0.028 in.) by carefully BReplacing Transmission Oil Filter bending the ground electrode. Cartridge To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before changing the oil filter.

  • Page 86: Adjusting The Motion Control Lever Pivot

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 400 HOURS A To prevent serious damage or premature failure to the hydraulic system, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter. BChanging Transmission Fluid and Rear Axle Gear Case Oil (RH and LH) BAdjusting the Motion Control Lever Pivot To avoid personal injury: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface.
  • Page 87 PERIODIC SERVICE (1) Drain plug of axle case (on both sides) (1) Bottom clean lever (A) Air intake screen (2) Snap pin (B) Dust cover (3) Stay (P) "PUSH DOWN" 3. Disassemble and clean the strainer and change the oil filter cartridge.

  • Page 88: Cleaning Transmission Strainer

    A Since the fine filings in the oil can damage the precision component parts of the hydraulic system, the end of the suction line is provided with an oil strainer. BReplacing Fuel Filter (1) Secondary element Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service.

  • Page 89: Every 1 Year

    If you feel you are unable to make the following service If injured by escaping fluid, see a medical doctor at correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. once. Serious infection or reaction will result if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately.

  • Page 90: Checking Engine Breather Hose

    PERIODIC SERVICE SERVICE AS REQUIRED BChecking Engine Breather Hose BReplacing Fuses Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. 1. Raise the operator's seat. 2. Remove the blown fuse. 3. Place a new fuse of the same capacity in position.

  • Page 91: Checking And Replacing Blade

    PERIODIC SERVICE C Protected circuit BChecking and Replacing Blade CAPACITY FUSE NO. Protected circuit Main system To avoid personal injury: Aux. outlet A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key. A Blades may be sharp. When you handle blades, Control system wear heavy gloves or wrap end of blade with a *(Work light)
  • Page 92 PERIODIC SERVICE [RCK48S] (1) Block (A) "LOOSEN" (1) Spindle holder (2) Cover 3. To sharpen the blades yourself, clamp the blade (3) Blade securely in a vise. (4) Cup washer Use a large mill file and file along the original bevel (5) Bolt until sharp.

  • Page 93: Replacing Mower Belt

    PERIODIC SERVICE [RCK60P] BReplacing Mower Belt 1. Remove the mower deck from the machine according to the procedure "DISMOUNTING THE MOWER DECK". 2. Remove the left and right hand shield from the mower deck. 3. Clean around the gear box. 4.

  • Page 94: Adjustment

    They are interlinked. A If you feel you are unable to make the following adjustments correctly and safely, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. A Right and left motion control levers can be adjusted independently. A This machine has a creep speed.

  • Page 95: Creep Speed

    ADJUSTMENT BMAXIMUM SPEED (FORWARD) BCREEP SPEED 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. C Check the alignment 3.

  • Page 96: Mower Deck Level

    ADJUSTMENT MOWER DECK LEVEL C Aligning the control levers 1. Stop the engine and apply the parking brake. BANTI-SCALP ROLLERS 2. Loosen the screws and remove the lever guide. Lever position (High or Low) 3. Remove the bolts and select the motion control lever To avoid personal injury: position, high or low.

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

    ADJUSTMENT Rear side anti-scalp roller BLEVEL MOWER DECK (Side-to-Side) 8. Adjust the height of the rear side anti-scalp roller to one of three positions to approximately 19 mm (3/4 in.) between rollers and the ground. Adjust both side rollers to the same height. To avoid personal injury: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface.

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

    ADJUSTMENT BLEVEL MOWER DECK (Front-to-Rear) To avoid personal injury: 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 Less than 6 mm (1/4 in.) Front-to-Rear Front side must be lower adjustment than Rear side. 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 (lbf-ft) 8 - 9.6 12 - 14.4 (lbf-ft) 7.2 - 8.3 (N-m) 10.7 - 12.9 16.1 - 19.3 (N-m) 9.81 - 11.3...

  • Page 101: Tightening Torque Chart

    ADJUSTMENT TIGHTENING TORQUE CHART Thread Hexa-Bolt No mark size Head size lbf-ft kgf-m lbf-ft kgf-m d (mm) B (mm) 13.0 - 15.2 17.8 - 20.6 1.9 - 2.1 17.5 - 20.3 23.5 - 27.5 2.4 - 2.8 12 or 13 (14.1 1.1) (19.2...

  • Page 102: Storage

    STORAGE STORAGE REMOVING THE MACHINE FROM STORAGE To avoid personal injury: 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: Inspecting And Cleaning Fuel Filter Bowl

    STORAGE 5. After that, turn the carburetor fuel valve to the "STOP" (CLOSE) position. BInspecting and Cleaning Fuel Filter Bowl Clean the fuel filter bowl before adding fuel to the engine. A Before adding fuel, make sure the carburetor fuel valve is in the "STOP"...
  • Page 104 STORAGE (1) Carburetor fuel valve (2) Element (3) Packing (4) Fuel filter bowl (5) Ring screw A Use caution not to damage or lose the element or packing. A Replace any element that shows an excessive plugging with a new one. 4.

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting

    A Replace fuel and the fuel filter. (Fuel quality is poor.) A Water or dirt in the fuel system. A Replace fuel and see your Kubota dealer. A Fuel hose or fuel filter clogged or A Clean or replace fuel lines, and see damaged.
  • Page 106 A Spark plug damaged. A Adjust the spark plug gap or replace it. A Faulty spark plug. A Replace the spark plug. A Carburetion problem. A See your Kubota dealer. If you have any questions, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 107: Battery Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 108: Mower Troubleshooting

    MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom (If) Cause Remedy Blade does not rotate. A PTO system is not normal: A See your Kubota Dealer. PTO system malfunctioning. A PTO system is normal: A Replace. Broken mower belt. Mower belt slipping. A Weaken tension spring.
  • Page 109 A Ground speed too fast. A Slow down. A Debris wrapped around mower spindles. A Clean mower. A Front of deck too low. A Adjust mower deck. (See "MOWER DECK LEVEL" "ADJUSTMENT" section.) If you have any questions, contact your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 110: Engine Emission Related Information

    *) If you have lost the original carburetor, buy the 0 m kit. Altitude compensation kit part number: consult your local KUBOTA dealer and specify your engine type and engine serial No.

  • Page 111: Index

    INDEX INDEX Adjustment of Foldable ROPS .......20 Inflation Pressure........... 45 Air Cleaner Primary Element......53 Inspecting and Fuel Filter Bowl ..... 83 Air Cleaner Primary Element and Secondary Intake Air Line..........69 Element ............68 Intake Air Line..........70 Air Intake Screen and Air Intake Area to Key Switch .............

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