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KUBOTA Corporation 2010
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
1BDABCVAP2010
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MODEL ZG327A-AU

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL ZG327A-AU English (Australia) Code No. K3287-7128-4 1BDABCVAP2010 READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL © KUBOTA Corporation 2010 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Universal Symbols

    KUBOTA Corporation is ··· Revolutions Per Minute Society of Automotive Engineers Since its inception in 1890, KUBOTA Corporation has grown to rank as one of the major firms in Japan. To achieve this status, the company has through the years...

  • Page 3: Safety First

    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 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION ....................1 SERVICING OF MACHINE ..................1 SPECIFICATIONS....................... 2 IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS ..................5 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS..............6 MOWER MOUNTING ....................8 MOUNTING THE MOWER DECK ................8 ADJUSTING THE MOWER ..................9 DISMOUNTING THE MOWER DECK ..............9 OPERATING THE ENGINE..................
  • Page 5 CONTENTS STOPPING......................25 PARKING ....................... 25 TRANSPORTING....................26 OPERATING THE MOWER ..................27 MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MOWER............. 27 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT ................27 OPERATING MOWER................... 30 PTO Lever ........................30 Starting ........................... 30 TIRES AND WHEELS ....................31 TIRES........................31 Inflation Pressure......................
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Cleaning Fuel Filter Bowl....................55 Adjusting Parking Brake ....................56 Battery Condition ......................58 Adjusting Throttle Cable ....................59 EVERY 150 HOURS ....................60 Changing Gear Box Oil....................60 EVERY 200 HOURS ....................61 Replacing Engine Oil Filter ..................... 61 Checking Spark Plug Condition &...
  • Page 7 CONTENTS REMOVING THE MACHINE FROM STORAGE............ 79 Fuel..........................79 Inspecting and Cleaning Fuel Filter Bowl ............... 80 TROUBLESHOOTING....................82 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING ................82 BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING ................. 84 MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING ................. 84 MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING................85 ENGINE EMISSION RELATED INFORMATION............87...

  • Page 8: Before Operating

    8. Do not operate the machine or any attachments while caution labels on the 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 9 8. Do not drive machine on streets or highways. Watch 18. Use only implements approved by KUBOTA. Use for traffic when you cross roads or operate near roads. proper ballast to front or rear of machine to reduce the 9.
  • Page 10 1. To avoid tip over, operate across the slopes not up and cleaning, or servicing any PTO-driven equipment. down. Stay off hills and slopes too steep for safe 3. Use the PTO with KUBOTA approved attachments. operation. The speed of PTO: 2.
  • Page 11 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 12 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 13 SAFE OPERATION 7. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...
  • Page 14 SAFE OPERATION...
  • Page 15 SAFE OPERATION...
  • Page 16 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 18: 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 19: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Model ZG327PA-AU Model KGZ770-E2-MA1 Max. engine power (Gross) kW (HP) 20.1 (27) (*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. in.) 768 (46.9) Engine Rated revolution...
  • Page 20 SPECIFICATIONS Model ZG327PA-AU 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 21 SPECIFICATIONS Model RCK60P-327Z Suitable machine ZG327PA-AU Mounting method Quick joint, Parallel linkage Adjustment of cutting height Dial gauge Cutting width mm (in.) 1524 (60.0) Cutting height mm (in.) 25 to 127 (1.0 to 5.0) Weight (Approx.) kg (lbs.) 138 (304) PRO Commercial Deck Blade spindle speed r/s (rpm)

  • Page 22: 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 23: Instrument Panel And Controls

    INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS Parking brake pedal......10, 22 (10) Hour meter........... Parking brake lock pedal...... 10, 22 (11) Fuel gauge (LH tank only)..... Motion control lever......10, 22 (12) Key switch..........Cup holder..........
  • Page 24 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Anti-scalp roller (Front, pin shift type)..(2) Anti-scalp roller (Rear, bolt shift type)..

  • Page 25: Mower Mounting

    MOWER MOUNTING MOWER MOUNTING MOUNTING THE MOWER DECK 4. Change the direction of the front tires as shown in the figure. 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.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Mower

    MOWER MOUNTING 7. Depress the hydraulic lift control pedal (DOWN) and 10. After mounting the mower, check the mower level. If pull 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 27: 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 28 OPERATING THE ENGINE 3. Make sure that the PTO lever is in the 5. Set the throttle lever as follows. "DISENGAGED" (OFF) position. A If the engine is cold: Pull the choke knob out. A If the engine is warm: Place the throttle control lever midway between the "SLOW"...

  • Page 29: Throttle Lever And Choke Knob

    Pulling the throttle lever backward decreases the engine jump start using another battery. speed and pushing it forward increases the engine speed. Consult your local KUBOTA dealer. A Do not turn the key switch to the "START" position [For a Cold Engine] while the engine is running.

  • Page 30: Check During Operating

    OPERATING THE ENGINE CHECK DURING OPERATING BFuel Gauge While operating, make the following checks to see that all 1. The fuel gauge shows the amount of fuel left in the LH the parts are functioning normally. tank. BImmediately Stop the Engine if: A The engine suddenly slows down or accelerates.

  • Page 31: 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 32: 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: starting" a low or dead battery condition. A Battery gases can explode.

  • Page 33: Stopping The Engine

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

  • Page 34: 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 35: 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 36: 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 37: Starting

    OPERATING THE MACHINE STARTING 1. Adjust the operator's position and engage the seat belt. BOperator's Seat To avoid personal injury: A Make adjustments to the seat only while the machine is stopped. A Make sure that the seat is completely secured after each adjustment.

  • Page 38: Seat Belt

    ROPS. hydraulic mechanism is not adjusted properly. Contact your local KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment. Adjust the seat belt for proper fit and connect to the A Do not depress the hydraulic lift control pedal.

  • Page 39: Parking Brake Pedal

    OPERATING THE MACHINE 4. Unlock the parking brake. 5. Operate the machine. BParking Brake Pedal BMotion Control Lever To release the parking brake: Depress the brake pedal and release slowly with your right foot, without pressing the parking brake lock To avoid personal injury: pedal.
  • Page 40 A No control is provided by the motion control section. We recommend you to contact your local levers when the engine is off. KUBOTA Dealer. C Neutral position C Re-start on slopes A Grasp the motion control levers and move them inward from the "NEUTRAL LOCK"...
  • Page 41 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 42: 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 holding the parking brake lock pedal down. TO UNLOCK: Depress the parking brake pedal and release slowly with your right foot, without pressing the parking brake...

  • Page 43: 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 44: 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 45 OPERATING THE MOWER (1) Anti-scalp roller (Front, pin shift type) (2) Anti-scalp roller (Rear, bolt shift type)
  • Page 46 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) Rear anti-scalp roller Bolt shift type shift type 1.00" (25) 1.25" (32) 1.50"...

  • Page 47: 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 properly place. operation. To prevent severe burns, do not touch these areas while the engine is running, or immediately after it is turned off.

  • Page 48: 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: (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 49: 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 50: 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 After Page since every Engine oil Change 100Hr every Engine oil filter Replace 200Hr HST transmission oil every Replace...
  • Page 51 See the Emissions Warranty Statement. 2. To ensure the best quality and reliability, use new KUBOTA Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement, whenever you have maintenance done.

  • Page 52: Periodic Service Chart Label

    MAINTENANCE PERIODIC SERVICE CHART LABEL (1) Part No. K3287-6552- (ENGLISH)

  • Page 53: Lubricants And Fuel

    Note *1 Oil amount when the oil level is at the upper level of the oil level gauge. *2 KUBOTA original transmission hydraulic fluid A To prevent serious damage to hydraulic systems, use only KUBOTA genuine fluid or its equivalent.
  • Page 54 We recommend the use of KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid for optimum protection and performance. (Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further detail.) Do not mix different brands together.

  • Page 55: 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 56: How To Raise The Operator's Seat

    PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO RAISE THE OPERATOR'S SEAT C Lower C Raise To avoid personal injury: A Do not drop the seat to close it. A Watch your hands. Do not place your hands To avoid personal injury: under the seat, when closing. A Fully raise the operator's seat.

  • Page 57: 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 58: Daily Check

    Damage of machine body, If either of these do not tightness of all bolts and operate properly, contact nuts and pins, etc. your local KUBOTA Dealer immediately. Fuel and oil leak Check the areas where Tire pressure, wear and Others...

  • Page 59: Checking Engine Oil Level

    Never mix two different types of oil. A Do not mix oil with gasoline. 6. Use the proper Engine Oil SAE according to the A Do not use the fuel cap other than KUBOTA approved ambient temperatures. (See "LUBRICANTS AND one.

  • Page 60: Checking And Cleaning Bonnet Screen And Air Intake Area To Prevent Overheating

    PERIODIC SERVICE A Fuel blend differs from season to season for the best seasonal engine performance. To prevent engine BChecking and Cleaning Bonnet 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 61: Checking And Cleaning Bottom Dust Cover

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking and Cleaning Bottom Dust Cover 1. If the dust or chaff has accumulated inside of the bonnet screen, open the hood and push down the bottom clean lever several times. After cleaning, close the hood. (1) Area around engine (1) Bottom clean lever (A) "PUSH DOWN"...

  • Page 62: Checking Tire Pressure

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Tire Pressure BChecking Transmission Fluid Level To avoid serious injury: To avoid personal injury: A Do not attempt to mount a tire on a rim. This A Allow the transmission case to cool down should be done by a qualified person with the sufficiently when cleaning its surface.

  • Page 63: Lubricating All Grease Fittings

    A If the machine does not pass one of the following tests, do not operate the machine. See your local KUBOTA Dealer. A Sit on operator's seat for all tests except for Test 1. A Check the following tests before operating the machine.

  • Page 64: Checking Gear Box Oil Level

    4. Stand up. (Do not get off the machine.) 5. The engine must shut off. A If the engine cranks Test 1 through 4, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer to have the unit checked before operation. (1) Parking brake lock pedal...

  • Page 65: Greasing

    PERIODIC SERVICE If serial numbers of mower are as indicated below BGreasing RCK60P-327Z:40001 and above 1. Park the machine on a flat surface and lower the To avoid personal injury: mower to the ground. A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key To check the oil level, loosen the oil inlet plug with before greasing.
  • Page 66 PERIODIC SERVICE (1) Machine universal joint (1) Front lift arm (A) "PULL" (2) Snap pin (1) Seat adjuster...

  • Page 67: Oiling

    PERIODIC SERVICE BOiling (1) Motion control lever pivot bushing (LH, RH) (1) Throttle cable (oil) (2) Choke cable (oil) (1) Motion control lever contact position (LH, RH) (1) Throttle cable (oil) (1) Choke cable (oil)

  • Page 68: Every 100 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 100 HOURS BCleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element BChanging Engine Oil 1. Remove the air cleaner cover and primary element. 2. Clean the primary element: (1) When dry dust adheres to the element, blow compressed air from the inside, turning the To avoid personal injury: element.

  • Page 69: Cleaning Engine Shroud Panel

    PERIODIC SERVICE 5. Remove large debris around the cooling fin and then blow off small debris with a compressed air. Pressure BCleaning Engine Shroud Panel of compressed air must be under 205 kPa (2.1 kgf/ cm , 30 psi). To avoid personal injury: A Make sure the engine is cool enough to touch before removing...

  • Page 70: Cleaning Engine Oil Cooler Fins

    PERIODIC SERVICE 7. Open the oil cooler cover. Remove the debris on the 2. Remove the cover of the carburetor fuel valve. surface of the dust cover by hand and blow off small debris with compressed air. Pressure of compressed air must be under 205 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm , 30 psi).

  • Page 71: Checking Fuel Lines And Fuel Filters

    PERIODIC SERVICE 5. Remove large debris from both sides of the engine oil A When the fuel line is disconnected for maintenance or cooler fin by hand, and then blow off small debris with repair, close both ends of the fuel line with a piece of the compressed air.

  • Page 72: 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 73: Adjusting Parking Brake

    PERIODIC SERVICE A Take care not to damage and misplace the element BAdjusting Parking Brake and packing. A If they are excessively dirty (clogged), they will be clogged again in short hours after cleaning. To avoid personal injury: 4. Reassemble the packing and element while taking A Park the machine on a firm and level surface.
  • Page 74 PERIODIC SERVICE 6. Release the parking brake completely. 3. Place the motion control levers in "NEUTRAL LOCK" 7. Hold the brake rod lightly. position and shut off the engine. 8. Check the brake spring play. 4. Check that the machine does not move. The spring must have play.

  • Page 75: 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 76: 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 77: Every 150 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 150 HOURS If serial numbers of mower are as indicated below RCK60P-327Z:40001 and above BChanging Gear Box Oil 1. To drain the used oil, remove the drain plug and oil inlet plug with gauge at the gear box and drain the oil To avoid personal injury: completely into the oil pan.

  • Page 78: 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 79: Checking Hydraulic Hose

    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 BChecking Hydraulic Hose bending the ground electrode. To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to stop the engine, remove the key, and relieve pressure before checking and replacing the hydraulic hose.

  • Page 80: Replacing Transmission Oil Filter [Hst]

    6. After the new filter has been replaced, the transmission fluid level normally lowers a little. Add fluid to proper level. Check for oil leaks around filter gasket. A To prevent serious damage or premature failure to the hydraulic system, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter.

  • Page 81: Adjusting The Motion Control Lever Pivot

    A If the motion control lever pivot bolt is maladjusted, motion control may be difficult. (1) Hose (2) Clamp BCleaning Engine Shroud Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. (1) Motion control lever (A) "FREE TRAVEL" (2) Bolt, Nut 18.6 to 20.6 N-m Tightening torque (1.9 to 2.1 kgf-m,...

  • Page 82: Every 400 Hours

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 400 HOURS BChanging Transmission Fluid and Rear Axle Gear Case Oil (RH and LH) To avoid personal injury: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface. A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before changing or checking the oil.

  • Page 83: Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter

    9. Return the bottom dust cover to the original position. A To prevent serious damage or premature failure to the hydraulic system, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter. BReplacing Fuel Filter Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service.

  • Page 84: Every 500 Hours

    EVERY 2 YEARS BAdjusting Engine Valve Clearance BReplacing Hydraulic Hose If you do not have the proper tools and/or are not Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. mechanically proficient, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. BReplacing Fuel Lines Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service.

  • Page 85: Service As Required

    PERIODIC SERVICE SERVICE AS REQUIRED C Protected circuit CAPACITY FUSE NO. Protected circuit BReplacing Fuses Replacement of the fuse Main system 1. Raise the operator's seat. 2. Remove the blown fuse. Aux. outlet 3. Place a new fuse of the same capacity in position. Control system *(Work light) Slow blow fuse...

  • Page 86: Checking And Replacing Blade

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking and Replacing Blade To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key. A Blades may be sharp. When you handle blades, wear heavy gloves or wrap end of blade with a rag.

  • Page 87: Mower Belt Replacement

    PERIODIC SERVICE BMower Belt Replacement 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. Remove the belt from the tension pulley. 5.

  • Page 88: Adjustment

    9. Lengthen the rod by 1/2 turn and then tighten the lock adjustments correctly and safely, please nut. contact your local KUBOTA Dealer. Place the motion control lever to the reverse position, and move them to the forward slowly. 10. Place the lever in the "NEUTRAL LOCK" position, and A Right and left motion control levers can be adjusted check that the rear axle does not rotate.

  • Page 89: Motion Control Lever Neutral Position

    ADJUSTMENT BMOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL BMAXIMUM SPEED (FORWARD) POSITION 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.

  • Page 90: 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 nuts and select the motion control lever To avoid personal injury: position, high or low.

  • Page 91: Level Mower Deck (Side-To-Side)

    ADJUSTMENT Rear side anti-scalp roller BLEVEL MOWER DECK (Side-to-Side) 7. Adjust height of the rear side anti-scalp roller by shifting the bolt to approximately 19 mm (3/4 in.) between rollers and ground. Adjust both side rollers to the same height. To avoid personal injury: A Park the machine on a firm and level surface.

  • Page 92: 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 93 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 94: 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 95: 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 96: 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 97: Inspecting And Cleaning Fuel Filter Bowl

    STORAGE 3. Drain the gasoline from the fuel filter bowl. Clean the inside of the fuel filter bowl as necessary. BInspecting and Cleaning Fuel Filter Bowl 4. Reinstall the fuel filter bowl. Clean the fuel filter bowl before adding fuel to the engine. 5.
  • Page 98 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 99: 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 100 A Spark plug defective. 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 101: 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 102: 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 103 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 104: Engine Emission Related Information

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

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