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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

TO THE DEALER

1. This manual contains procedures intended to assist

the dealer in unpacking and assembling the product
before delivering to the customer.
The customer's purchase is based on confidence in
both the product and your store.  Observe the
procedures in this manual to assemble and adjust
equipment for your customer's safety and satisfaction.
When fully assembled, check function of each part and
feature.

2. The following safety alert symbol marks and

indications are found throughout this manual in steps
where particular attention is required so as to ensure
your safety and to avoid product damage.  Observe
the instructions in these warnings where indicated.

SAFETY

To prevent accidents, read through the following items
before starting work, and always regard safety when
working.  It is your responsibility to ensure your safety on
the job.
1. Preparations

(1) Select a work site which is level, has sufficient

space, and is not close to dangerous objects.

(2) Avoid poorly ventilated

rooms.
Asphyxiation from exhaust
fumes is always a possibility
that accompanies running an
engine.

(3) Working clothes which may

be pinched  or  caught  in  the
equipment must not be worn.
Loose clothing can cause
serious injury or death.

(4) Always  wear  a  mask  and

protective goggles during
work when dust or flying
debris may be thrown by
equipment.

2. Assembly and adjustments

(1) Before assembling

equipment, read the
assembly instructions for the
product to become familiar
with  the  equipment  and
procedures.

(2) Use only adequate and

required equipment, tools
and instruments (e.g. torque
wrench,  battery hydrometer
and etc.).

(3) Set the parking brake and

block wheels to prevent
machine (or tractor)
movement.

(4) Lower  the  attachment  or

implement to the ground
before assembling  or
adjusting equipment.

(5) Before working under

suspended or raised
equipment, support the
equipment or attachment
and utilize the valve lock to
prevent the machine from
falling or moving out of place.

(6) Keep  fire  from  cigarettes,

matches or other ignition
sources away from fuel, oil,
antifreeze and other
flammable materials.

Indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.

Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.

Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.

Indicates that equipment or
property damage could result if
instructions are not followed.

Gives helpful information

Summary of Contents for LA525

Page 1: ...ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS MODEL LA525 READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE ASSEMBLING Code No 7J294 6915 3 English U S A AX L 3 3 K PRINTED IN U S A KUBOTA Corporation 2013 1AIABEFAP0280 ...

Page 2: ... 2 Checking Parts 3 TRACTOR PREPARATION 4 BEFORE ASSEMBLY 4 ASSEMBLING LOADER KIT 5 Boom Assembly 5 Main Frame 6 Hydraulic Line 7 Front Guard 8 Level Indicator Option 10 PRE OPERATION CHECK 11 Lubrication 11 Transmission Fluid 11 Hydraulic Hose 11 ESTIMATED ASSEMBLY TIME 12 TIGHTENING TORQUE OF BOLTS AND NUTS 13 ...

Page 3: ...caught in the equipment must not be worn Loose clothing can cause serious injury or death 4 Always wear a mask and protective goggles during work when dust or flying debris may be thrown by equipment 2 Assembly and adjustments 1 Before assembling equipment read the assembly instructions for the product to become familiar with the equipment and procedures 2 Use only adequate and required equipment ...

Page 4: ... UNPACKING AND CHECKING PARTS BUnpacking Wooden Crate 1 Cutting metal bands if two are banded together Metal bands hold the two crates together as one Cut these bands and separate the crates 2 Unpacking the crates 1 Hook a hoist to the 4 corners of the crate and raise the hoist cable until taut This serves to prevent the upper part of the crate from striking the loader when cut 2 Saw the crate as ...

Page 5: ...ring to the illustration insure that all components have been included 1 Bucket 2 Boom assembly 3 Main frame LH 4 Main frame RH 5 Front guard 6 Control valve assembly 7 Hydraulic block 8 Parts box 9 Level indicator Option 10 Quick attach coupler LA525FL Option LA525 Standard ...

Page 6: ... loader takes the tractor weight off the front wheels without lifting the front wheels off of the ground Make sure that the mounting pins can be rotated easily Pin on mount or the Swift Tach hooks can be unlocked easily Swift Tach mount Torque all bolts and nuts in this position A During assembly of all hydraulic parts make sure parts remain clean of contamination If contamination occurs it could ...

Page 7: ...the bolt and nut do not tighten the nut completely The clearance between the boss and the nut should be 2 to 3 mm 0 08 to 0 12 in 2 Attach the side frame to the boom 1 2 Pin 3 25 4 mm 1 0 in dia Silver 2 M6 x 55 bolts 2 M6 locking nuts 2 2 Pin 3 25 4 mm 1 0 in dia Black 2 M6 x 55 bolts 2 M6 locking nuts 1 2 Pin 3 25 4 mm 1 0 in dia Silver 2 M6 x 55 bolts 2 M6 locking nuts 2 2 Pin 3 25 4 mm 1 0 in ...

Page 8: ...mination has adhered clean off thoroughly before assembling by using contact cleaner scrapers etc If oil or contamination remains on the threads it may lead to damaged threads and the loosing of hardware and or parts 1 Remove plastic plugs and any excess paint from tractor body bolt locations 2 Attach the main frame LH and RH to the flywheel housing and tractor frame as shown Tightening torque 226...

Page 9: ... Connect the hose from tank port on the control valve assembly to tank port on the hydraulic block 6 Connect the hose from power beyond port on the control valve assembly to power beyond port on the hydraulic block A Hoses pre installed on the control valve assembly are not securely tightened to ease installation of hoses to hydraulic block Be sure to securely tighten all hose fittings after insta...

Page 10: ...semble the specified parts as shown in the following figure A Make sure the plate springs are in the specified direction 1 Front guard 2 4 M14x1 5 45 bolts Kit parts 4 M14 spring lock washers Kit parts 3 Front bumper 4 Front axle frame 1 Upper front guard 2 Lower front guard 3 2 M20 x 80 hex bolts 4 4 M20 plain washers 1 2 M20 x 80 hex bolts 2 4 M20 plain washers large 3 4 M20 plate springs 1 4 M2...

Page 11: ...oader make sure the front guards are tightly locked C How to open the upper front guard 1 Lower the boom to the ground with the bucket in level position 2 Pull the front guard lever and open the upper front guard A Lower the front loader to the ground before opening the upper front guard A Do not raise the boom while the upper front guard is opened 1 4 M20 hex nuts A 12 to 13 mm 0 47 to 0 51 in 1 ...

Page 12: ...3 Attach the level indicator A Make sure the indicator assy is attached in its specified direction as shown below 4 Depending on the front attachment loosen the level rod lock bolt and readjust the level rod length A Make sure to place the level indicator OUTSIDE hose 10 and 11 or damage to the hose will occur 1 Original pin 1 PIN 2 1 Indicator assy 2 PIN 8 3 Split pin 1 Bolt 2 Level rod 3 PIN 2 4...

Page 13: ...tor s manual for instructions and proper fluid Repeat this check after purging air from the system At that time it will be necessary to add transmission fluid A To check the tractor transmission fluid level lower the bucket to the ground and lower the 3 point hitch Manual Transmission Type HST Type BHydraulic Hose When connecting the four hoses to the control valve adjust the route of the hoses as...

Page 14: ...ate and assemble the loader Assembly times on the table are just reference under the average conditions with following assumption 1 Assembly by one worker 2 Following tools and equipment are prepared 1 Chain hoist or crane 2 Impact wrench Ratchet wrench Torque wrench Socket wrench Spanner wrench 3 Nylon strap LA525 1 5 hour ...

Page 15: ...4 to 20 2 3 8 N m kgf m lbf ft 47 5 to 57 0 4 84 to 5 81 35 0 to 42 0 61 0 to 73 2 6 22 to 7 46 45 0 to 54 0 M10 N m kgf m lbf ft 48 1 to 55 8 4 9 to 5 7 35 5 to 41 2 1 2 N m kgf m lbf ft 108 5 to 130 2 11 06 to 13 28 80 0 to 96 0 149 2 to 179 0 15 21 to 18 25 110 0 to 132 0 M12 N m kgf m lbf ft 77 5 to 90 1 7 9 to 9 2 57 2 to 66 5 9 16 N m kgf m lbf ft 149 2 to 179 0 15 21 to 18 25 110 0 to 132 0...

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