Kubota BX1880, Installation Manual

Page 1: ...designed and built to fit the Kubota BX1880 BX2380 and BX2680 Designed and Built by Tektite Manufacturing Inc 427 Buffalo Street P O Box 639 Winkler MB R6W 4A8 Canada PH 204 331 3463 Fax 204 331 4159 sales tektite ca www tektite ca One year standard product warranty provided by Tektite June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 2: ... heavy A lift assist device such as an overhead hoist or high lift forklift is required 4 Ensure your work area is well ventilated The installation requires the starting of the tractor which will produce dangerous carbon monoxide fumes 5 Read through the entire installation manual first 6 Follow the installation instructions in order 7 Reading the operators manual prior to using the ROPS cab ...

Page 3: ...re for reference only All directions provided are from the reference point of the tractor seat facing the steering wheel All left and right references are from this view point For reference please fill in the information below This will assist your dealer in providing service for this ROPS It is advisable that this information be provided to your insurance company as well in the event that the tra...

Page 4: ... 8 8 no loader 6 Front Bracket Spacers no loader 1 2 tube spacers 6 Wire Loop 1 4 Yellow 2 Pedal Floormat 1 Pedal Lever 180 degree O rubber 4 length 2 Fir Tree Retainer Fastener 2 Plug Button 4 Parts List Water Heater Kit Description Qty Hose Clamps HS 6 2 Zip Ties Standard 6 Grommet 1 315 080 2 Optional Winter Front Kit Description Qty Winter Front 1 Button Snap Back w screw 4 June 2021 Kubota BX...

Page 5: ...he operator foot platform pull back the tractor floormat to expose the opening around the park brake pedal Take the provided floormat piece and slide through pedal down towards platform Glue into place with contact cement June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 6: ...f the platform floormat with the new fir tree fasteners provided 4 Take the two 180 degree O rubber pieces and slide onto both slides of the opening at the diff lock pedal June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 7: ...f loader is present remove the three fasteners that will be used by the mounting bracket Using the provided M14 x 50mm fine thread bolts loosely attach the mounting bracket Do NOT torque until after the cab is installed 7 Repeat for the right front bracket 8 Take one of the rear brackets and slide it into the open socket where the 2 post ROPS was mounted on the left side Use the factory hardware t...

Page 8: ...ing rear bracket and slide it into the open socket on the right side where the 2 post ROPS was mounted Use the factory hardware to fasten bracket to the tractor June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 9: ... take the under seat upholstery and position it under the seat Ensure there is adequate clearance for the seat and controls and then glue into place 12 Remove the two cab doors by un hooking the gas shock at the ball stud mounted to the door To remove the gas shock on the left cab door slide a flat screwdriver underneath the June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 10: ...ft bolts to an over head hoist or forklift 14 Un bolt the cab from the front mount and the rear shipping brackets and lift the cab off the shipping pallet Lift cab over tractor Slowly lower down until the front and rear isolators contact the mounting plates The cab should be lowered straight down 15 Using one 5 8 x 3 bolt heavy flat washer and flange nut for each isolator bracket NOTE the heavy fl...

Page 11: ... connector Shorten wire if necessary then solder connector to wire Route the 10GA black wire to the negative side of the battery and connect with the provided 1 4 loop connector Shorten wire if necessary then solder connector to wire The cab options are individually fused behind the switch plate 20 If the cab is equipped with the Jensen radio take the orange wire in the cab wire harness and connec...

Page 12: ...hrough hole in tab and then through the hole in the back of the fender Re connect the wire harnesses 22 Take the SMV sign mount from the ROPS and attach to the rear shield of the cab through the two holes provided with the factory hardware June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 13: ...he SMV mount plate and apply bend to part that fits into sign mount Adjust until such time that the SMV sign sits fairly straight when installed onto cab June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 14: ...ecessary to required length Re install hose and tighten fuel cap down onto fuel fill nozzle Tractor fuelling is now accomplished outside of the cab on the rear PLEASE NOTE The rubber washer MUST be between the steel ring on the weldment and the top of the fuel neck on the tractor this will ensure that diesel fuel will NOT leak into the cab June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 15: ...wo 1 holes need to be drilled into the foot platform on the right side Install the two 1 grommets then run the heater hose through those holes down and towards the front of the tractor June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 16: ...26 Drain engine antifreeze 27 Remove bypass hose on engine June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 17: ...that are connected to heater and go through the holes in the lower cab shielding into the engine bay Connect the hoses to the fittings with provided HS 6 hose clamps June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

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Page 19: ...k silicone sealant around all small open cracks between the cab weather stripping and the tractor components Optional Winter Front 32 Remove the air intake cover shroud from tractor 33 Located the plastic panel shown in the next photo on the left side and remove from the tractor 34 Remove the plastic panel from the right side as well 35 Take the cover shroud and position the winter front over the ...

Page 20: ...37 Wrap the winter front around the shroud ensure it is tight and mark the holes for the opposite side retainers 38 Drill 1 16 holes and fasten button snap backs to the plastic shroud 39 Install winter front onto shroud June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 21: ...de the battery can be removed to allow air intake from underneath the tractor Order the Tektite BX80 winter front kit to block the air intake screen to force all fresh air into the engine to come from below the tractor This will reduce the amount of cold air rushing into the cab in winter Winter front MUST be removed in warm weather otherwise engine may overheat 41 Remove the Top Link Stopper Brac...

Page 22: ...bracket to be used when cab is installed 43 The throttle lever comes very close to the heater It is necessary to adjust the location of the idle position so that there more room for your hand Bend the lever back so idle throttle position has more clearance to the heater June 2021 Kubota BX80 Series ROPS Cab Installation Manual ...

Page 23: ...ators Manual Kubota BX80 Series Cab This ROPS cab is designed and built to fit the Kubota BX1880 BX2380 and BX2680 Designed and Built by Tektite Manufacturing Inc 427 Buffalo Street P O Box 639 Winkler MB R6W 4A8 Canada PH 204 331 3463 Fax 204 331 4159 sales tektite ca www tektite ca One year standard product warranty provided by Tektite ...

Page 24: ...or reference only All directions provided are from the reference point of the tractor seat facing the steering wheel All left and right references are from this view point For reference please fill in the information below This will assist your dealer in providing service for this ROPS It is advisable that this information be provided to your insurance company as well if the tractor is lost or dam...

Page 25: ...hat result in whole or in part from inadequate engineering or specifications provided to Tektite by its customer k any actual or alleged deficiency in technical or engineering services or advice provided by Tektite to its customer whether provided for valuable consideration or otherwise l consequential damages or any other damages whether foreseeable or not resulting from the defect or any delay i...

Page 26: ...dable service if they are operated and maintained according to instructions It is the owner s responsibility to be certain anyone operating this product reads this manual and all other applicable manuals to become familiar with this cab and all safety precautions Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or cab damage If you have any questions consult your dealer Read and understand...

Page 27: ...devices and shields are intended to protect operators from injury or death Under no circumstances should they be modified disabled or removed Operating Safety 1 Always operate the tractor controls while sitting in the operator s seat 2 Lock seat in position and buckle seat belt before operating the tractor 3 Avoid abrupt sharp turns at high speeds 4 On sloped terrain do not make sharp turns as mac...

Page 28: ...elds that are not designed as steps Safe Highway Operation 1 Before operating the tractor on or near public roadways check with your local authorities for any local regulations that will affect you 2 Equip towed implements with slow moving vehicle SMV signs when traveling on public roads 3 Install additional lights on implement rear to safeguard against rear end collisions 4 Use hazard warning fla...

Page 29: ...entire structure must be replaced Failure to do so may result in injury or death in the event of a roll over 3 If the tractor in not equipped with seat belts purchase approved seat belts from the tractor manufacturer or Tektite prior to operating the tractor 4 Always fasten seat belts prior to operating the tractor 5 Always operate the tractor from the operator s seat 6 Remove mud crop residue cha...

Page 30: ...s one switch plate located in the cab The following switches are available and their functionality is described Cab Switch Plate 1 Front Wiper Rocker Switch standard Low position Off High position On Note indicator light activates when wiper is on 2 Rear Wiper Rocker Switch not available on all models Low position Off High position On Note indicator light activates when wiper is on 3 Front Work Li...

Page 31: ...fused internally behind the cab switch plate Cab wiring is direct to the tractor battery DO NOT leave any options activated when tractor is not running as battery run down will occur BX80 Series Cab The BX 80 series cab is design to provide ROPS protection along with reasonable winter weather protection The deluxe cab design for this model features glass windows at all window locations The BX trac...

Page 32: ... of both the ROPS and tractor operate normally 5 Ensure your door latches properly onto the striker pin Immediately after installation the ROPS frame may flex slightly from installation and the door latch will need to be re aligned for proper operation Loosen the striker pin striker mounting plate and door latch as necessary to get a proper alignment of the door striker Service Parts Breakdowns Fo...

Page 33: ...00 0026 OSCILLATING FAN Oscillating Fan 1 5 A00 0059 FLANGE NUT 5 16 Flange Nut 5 16 YD 2 6 A00 0061 TEKT 0021 Striker Mounting Plate 2 7 A00 0084 TEKT 0070 Gas Shock 2 8 A00 0085 TEKT 0069 Gas Shock Stud 2 9 A00 0101 STRIKER PIN Striker Pin 2 10 A00 0131 TEKT 0181 External Fuel Cap 1 11 A00 0141 ROUND_MIRROR_6_INCH External 6 Mirror 2 12 A00 0179 FLANGE NUT 1 2 1 2 Nut 2 13 A00 0202 TEKT ASM 009R...

Page 34: ...cide Door Left Latch 1 3 A00 0013 TEKT 0009 5MM Bushing 17 4 A00 0018 STEP BOLT1 4X1 1 2 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 1 2 MB 3 5 A00 0019 STEP BOLT1 4X1 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 MB 1 6 A00 0020 STEP BOLT1 4X1 1 4 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 1 4 MB 4 7 A00 0021 FLANGE NUT 1 4 Flange Nut 1 4 YD 10 8 A00 0039 TEKT ASM 001 Left Door Hinge Weldment Upper 1 9 A00 0040 REID RST 160 RST 163 Grab Handle 1 10 A00 0041 TEKTITE DECAL Te...

Page 35: ...or Right Latch 1 3 A00 0013 TEKT 0009 5MM Bushing 17 4 A00 0018 STEP BOLT1 4X1 1 2 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 1 2 MB 3 5 A00 0019 STEP BOLT1 4X1 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 MB 1 6 A00 0020 STEP BOLT1 4X1 1 4 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 1 4 MB 4 7 A00 0021 FLANGE NUT 1 4 Flange Nut 1 4 YD 10 8 A00 0040 REID RST 160 RST 163 Grab Handle 1 9 A00 0041 TEKTITE DECAL Tektite Cab Decal Solid White 1 10 A00 0042 TEKT ASM 001R Right Ca...

Page 36: ...24157 Hwy 3 Box 639 Winkler MB R6W 4A8 Canada CNC Index Service Part File Name Description Qty 1 A00 0013 TEKT 0009 5MM Bushing 8 2 A00 0019 STEP BOLT1 4X1 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 MB 4 3 A00 0021 FLANGE NUT 1 4 Flange Nut 1 4 YD 4 4 A00 0044 TEKT ASM 002 Side Window Hinge Weldment 2 5 A00 0045 TEKT 0004 Side Window Slider Bracket 1 tube 1 6 A00 0057 TEKT 0020MIR Side Window Latch L60776 1 7 A00 0058 CAR...

Page 37: ... 24157 Hwy 3 Box 639 Winkler MB R6W 4A8 Canada CNC Index Service Part File Name Description Qty 1 A00 0013 TEKT 0009 5MM Bushing 8 2 A00 0019 STEP BOLT1 4X1 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 MB 4 3 A00 0021 FLANGE NUT 1 4 Flange Nut 1 4 YD 4 4 A00 0045 TEKT 0004 Side Window Slider Bracket 1 tube 1 5 A00 0046 TEKT ASM 002R Side Window Hinge Right 2 6 A00 0056 TEKT 0020 Side Window Latch L60775 1 7 A00 0058 CARRIAG...

Page 38: ... BOLT1 4X1 1 4 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 1 4 MB 4 4 A00 0021 FLANGE NUT 1 4 Flange Nut 1 4 YD 9 5 A00 0033 315 080 Rear Wiper Shaft Grommet 1 6 A00 0043 WWF MOTOR WWF Wiper Motor 1 Shaft 1 7 A00 0056 TEKT 0020 Side Window Latch L60775 1 8 A00 0057 TEKT 0020MIR Side Window Latch L60776 1 9 A00 0058 CARRIAGE_BOLT 5 16X1 Bolt Carriage 5 16 x 1 YD 2 10 A00 0059 FLANGE NUT 5 16 Flange Nut 5 16 YD 2 11 A00 0109...

Page 39: ...nc 24157 Hwy 3 Box 639 Winkler MB R6W 4A8 Canada CNC Index Service Part File Name Description Qty 1 A00 0013 TEKT 0009 5MM Bushing 5 2 A00 0014 TEKT 0092 Thick Bushing 3 3 A00 0019 STEP BOLT1 4X1 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 MB 1 4 A00 0020 STEP BOLT1 4X1 1 4 Step Bolt 1 4 x 1 1 4 MB 3 5 A00 0021 FLANGE NUT 1 4 Flange Nut 1 4 YD 4 6 A00 0033 315 080 Rear Wiper Shaft Grommet 1 7 A00 0043 WWF MOTOR WWF Wiper M...

Page 40: ...wise specified X X 1 16 Angular 1 0 Drawn By Checked By Size File Name Units Date Date Req d Description Tektite Manufacturing Inc 24157 Hwy 3 Box 639 Winkler MB R6W 4A8 Canada CNC Index Service Part File Name Description Qty 1 A00 0024 BUSS 15600 08 11 Power Block Ground 1 2 A00 0055 TEKT 0019 Fir Tree Fastener 4 3 A00 0065 TEKT ASM 005 On Off Switch w Lens 7 4 A00 0067 TEKT ASM 007 Mom Off Mom R...