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FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA Loader. This loader is a product of KUBOTA quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of fine materials and under a rigid quality control system. It will give you long, satisfactory service.
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ISO 24410, first edition 2005-04-15. becomes familiar with the safe operation of the loader. A Use of a non-Kubota attachment that does not comply 3. For your safety, a ROPS with a seat belt is strongly with ISO 24410 or the improper positioning of recommended by KUBOTA in almost all applications.
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SAFE OPERATION 21. Allow for the loader length when making turns. 2. OPERATING THE LOADER 3. AFTER OPERATING THE LOADER 1. Operate the loader only when properly seated at the controls. Do not operate from the ground. 1. When loader work is complete and parking or storing, 2.
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SAFE OPERATION DANGER,WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...
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2. Clean danger, warning and caution labels with soap and water, 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.
However, when in need of parts or major service, be sure to see your KUBOTA dealer. For service, contact the KUBOTA dealership from which you purchased your loader or your local KUBOTA dealer. When in need of parts, be prepared to give your dealer the loader serial number.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK PRE-OPERATION CHECK LUBRICATION TRANSMISSION FLUID Lubricate all grease fittings with SAE multipurpose Check the tractor transmission fluid level. Add fluid if grease. necessary. Refer to the tractor operator's manual for instructions and proper fluid. Repeat this check after purging air from the system.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK REAR BALLAST A Do not fill tires with water or solution more than 75% of full capacity (to the valve stem level at 12 o'clock position). To avoid personal injury: A For tractor stability and operator's safety, rear ballast should be added to the rear of the tractor in the form of 3-point counter weight and rear wheel ballast.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK TEST OPERATION B4 Position bucket control valve type This control valve has two stage dump positions. The first dump position by moving the lever to the right features To avoid serious personal injury: greater speed for dumping. A Keep engine speed at low idle during the test The second dump position (to further right) is the operation.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK DUAL REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL To avoid damage of the attachments: SYSTEM A Do not connect attachments through the hydraulic motor to the [C] and [D] ports. If the control lever is The tractor is equipped with the double-acting 2-segment moved to the Regeneration position (R1), the seals on hydraulic control valve for front loader.
OPERATING THE LOADER OPERATING THE LOADER FILLING THE BUCKET The loader should be operated with the tractor engine speed depending on the application and the operator's Approach and enter the pile with a level bucket. level of experience. Excessive speeds are dangerous, and may cause bucket spillage and unnecessary strain on the tractor and loader.
OPERATING THE LOADER LIFTING THE LOAD CARRYING THE LOAD When lifting the load, keep the bucket positioned to avoid Position the bucket just below the level of the tractor hood spillage. for maximum stability and visibility, whether the bucket is loaded or empty.
OPERATING THE LOADER DUMPING THE BUCKET OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL Lift the bucket just high enough to clear the side of the During operation on hard surfaces, keep the bucket level vehicle. Move the tractor in as close to the side of the and put the lift control in the float position to permit the vehicle as possible, then dump the bucket.
OPERATING THE LOADER LOADING FROM A BANK It is important to keep the bucket level when approaching a bank or pile. This will help avoid gouging the work area. Choose a forward gear that provides a safe ground speed and power for loading. PEELING AND SCRAPING Use a slight bucket down angle, travel forward, and hold the lift control forward to start the cut.
OPERATING THE LOADER LOADING LOW TRUCKS OR SPREADERS BACKFILLING FROM A PILE Approach the pile with the bucket flat. For faster loading, minimize the angle of turn and length of run between pile and spreader. Poor operating methods will move less dirt and make it more difficult to hold a level grade.
OPERATING THE LOADER VALVE LOCK Leave dirt which drifts over the side of the bucket for final cleanup. To avoid injury from crushing: A Do not utilize the valve lock for tractor maintenance or repair. A The valve lock is to prevent accidental actuation when implement is not in use or during transport.
OPERATING THE LOADER BUCKET LEVEL INDICATOR C How to use the level indicator 1. Fit the indicator plate (rod) and the indicator plate Depending on the front attachment, loosen the indicator (boom) in the same plane. As a result, the front rod lock bolt and readjust the indicator rod length and attachment (bucket) can come down flatly on the plate position.
OPERATING THE LOADER FRONT REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM (if equipped) This system can be used for a front mounted hydraulic implement, as it provides hydraulic oil to the front outlet directly. BInstall the Coupler 1. Remove the cap from the front hydraulic outlet. 2.
Pull the hose straight from the hydraulic coupler to release it. 4. Clean oil and dust from the coupler, and then replace the dust plugs. (1) Mobile part A Your local KUBOTA dealer can supply parts to adapt (2) Reference pins couplers to hydraulic hoses.
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OPERATING THE LOADER 4. Rotate the lever downward until it stops. 3. Rotate the lever downward until it stops and close the dust cover. C Disconnecting 1. Push the safety lock button and turn up the Lever until it stops. To avoid machine damage: A Before connecting each, ensure to carefully clean the mating surfaces of the fixed part, of...
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OPERATING THE LOADER B How to use 4P/8P-Multi-Coupler 4. Rotate the lever downward until it stops. C Connecting 1. Open the dust cover of the fixed part. 2. Push the safety lock button and turn up the lever until it stops. C Disconnecting 1.
ISO 24410, first edition 2005-04-15. This quick attach coupler allows the operator to change easily without the use of tools. To avoid serious personal injury or death: A Use of a non-Kubota attachment that does not comply with ISO24410...
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OPERATING THE LOADER To avoid serious personal injury or death: A The following engagement points are critical. 1) The lock pins of the quick attach coupler have to protrude into and through the pin slots of the attachment on both sides. It is critical that the pins are in good condition and without visible signs of wear or damage and that the operator align the...
OPERATING THE LOADER DETACHING ATTACHMENTS 7. Visually verify when pushing the quick attach coupler handles into locked position that the latch pins rotate 1. Detaching attachments is done in the reverse of completely and are located underneath the stop of the attaching attachments.
(1) Fork 3. Push the lock lever and slide the fork slightly until the lock pin engages with one of the notches to lock the folk. LOADER MODEL RATED CAPACITY LA555 800 LBS. LA805 1000 LBS. (1) Lock lever LA1055...
OPERATING THE LOADER SPILL GUARD (if equipped) 4. The other fork can be installed using the same procedures. The spill guard system prevents the object in the bucket from falling to the operator’s space. When the operator operates the control lever to the roll back position at the upper most boom position, this system restricts the bucket roll back movement.
OPERATING THE LOADER C Adjustment of spill guard link 1. Remove the cotter pin. BAdjustment of Spill Guard Link 2. Remove the rod from the link. 3. Unfasten the lock nut and adjust the length of connecting rod by turning rod. To avoid personal injury: A Keep your hand away from links or boom when operating the loader.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE RE-TIGHTENING OF HARDWARE After 20 to 30 hours of initial loader operation, re-tighten To avoid personal injury: all mounting bolts and nuts to the required torque value as A Be sure to check and service the tractor on a follows.
MAINTENANCE DAILY CHECKS 1. Before the day's operation, visually check to see if the hardware and their bolts and nuts are tight enough. 2. With the engine off and the bucket on the ground, inspect all hoses for cuts or wear. Check for signs of leaks and make sure all fittings are tight.
MAINTENANCE BGeneral torque specification American standard screws, bolts and nuts with UNC or Metric cap screws UNF threads SAE grade No. SAE GR.5 SAE GR.8 property class 8.8 Approx. SAE GR 5 (N-m) 11.7 to 15.8 16.3 to 19.8 (N-m) 9.8 to 11.2 (kgf-m) 1.19 to 1.61...
REMOVING THE LOADER REMOVING THE LOADER To avoid personal injury: A Make sure an approved bucket is attached before removing the loader from the tractor. A For removing the loader, choose flat and hard ground, preferably concrete. A If the ground surface is soft, place suitable planks on the ground for the bucket and stands.
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REMOVING THE LOADER 13. Disconnect the four hoses with quick couplers at the control valve and place them on the right side of the boom. (1) Hose (2) Hose guide 14. Place the protective caps and plugs on the quick coupler ends.
STORING THE LOADER STORING THE LOADER 1. Store the loader in a clean dry place. 2. Make sure the loader is properly supported. 3. Attach the protective plugs and caps to the couplers to protect them from dust. 4. Check all hydraulic hoses and connections. Repair or replace them if necessary.
(2) Hose guide A Before operating, make sure that the hoses are exactly routed as shown above to protect them for cracks. A [LA555 only] Be sure to pass the hoses between the hose guide and (1) Side frame the hood.
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REINSTALLING THE LOADER 8. Raise the boom until the stands can be rotated. 9. Stop the engine. 10. Store the stands to their original positions and secure them with the spring pins as shown. (1) Stand (2) Spring pin 11. Start the engine. 12.
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