Kubota ZD1011, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ENGLISH OPERATOR S MANUAL READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL MODELS ZD1011 ZD1021 ENGLISH 1BDABENAP0010 K3411 7121 2 ...

Page 2: ...states or federal areas may have similar laws American Petroleum Institute Power Take Off Right hand and left hand sides are determined by facing in the direction of forward travel Roll Over Protective Structures Revolutions Per Minute Society of Automotive Engineers Safety Alert Symbol Diesel Fuel Fuel Level Parking Brake Engine Stop Preheat Engine Run Starter Control Power Take Off Clutch Contro...

Page 3: ...system It will give you long satisfactory service To obtain the best use of your machine please read this manual carefully It will help you become familiar with the operation of the machine and contains many helpful hints about machine maintenance It is KUBOTA s policy to utilize as quickly as possible every advance in our research The immediate use of new techniques in the manufacturing of produc...

Page 4: ...ngine if 14 Easy Checker TM 14 Fuel Gauge 15 Coolant Temperature Gauge 15 Hour Meter 15 COLD WEATHER STARTING 15 BLOCK HEATER OPTION 15 WARMING UP 16 Warm up and Transmission Oil in the Low Temperature Range 16 JUMP STARTING 16 OPERATING THE MACHINE 18 OPERATING NEW MACHINE 18 Changing Lubricating Oil for New Machines 18 Engine Break in 18 Machine Break in 18 OPERATING FOLDABLE ROPS 19 To Fold the...

Page 5: ...TO OPEN THE LEVER GUIDE 36 LIFT UP POINT 36 Front side 36 Rear side 37 DAILY CHECK 37 LUBRICANTS FUEL AND COOLANT 39 Checking Engine Oil Level 41 Checking Amount of Fuel and Refueling 41 Checking Transmission Fluid Level 42 Checking Coolant Level 42 Checking and Cleaning Radiator Screen and Hood Screen 43 Checking Tire Pressure 44 Inflation Pressure 44 Lubricating All Grease Fittings 45 MAINTENANC...

Page 6: ...URS or EVERY 2 YEARS 62 Flushing Cooling System and Changing Coolant 62 Anti freeze 63 EVERY 3000 HOURS 64 Checking Injection Pump 64 EVERY 1 YEAR 64 Checking Fuel Lines 64 Checking Radiator Hose and Clamp 64 Checking Hydraulic Hose 65 Checking Intake Air Line 65 Checking Engine Breather Hose 65 Checking Mower Gear Box Oil Seal 65 EVERY 4 YEARS 66 Replacing Hydraulic Hose 66 Replacing Fuel Lines 6...

Page 7: ...nt to Rear 73 GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION 74 TIGHTENING TORQUE CHART 75 STORAGE 76 MACHINE STORAGE 76 REMOVING THE MACHINE FROM STORAGE 76 TROUBLESHOOTING 77 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING 77 BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING 78 MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 78 MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING 79 INDEX 81 ...

Page 8: ... attempting to start and operate the machine 3 Pay special attention to the danger warning and caution labels on the machine itself 4 The ROPS is an integral and effective safety device KUBOTA recommends the use of a Roll Over Protective Structures ROPS and seat belt in almost all applications This combination will reduce the risk of serious injury or death should the machine be upset The machine ...

Page 9: ...ng properly 17 Do not modify the machine Unauthorized modification may affect the function of the machine which may result in personal injury 18 Use only implements recommended by KUBOTA Use proper ballast to front or rear of machine to reduce the risk of upsets Follow the SAFE OPERATION procedures specified in the manuals with equipment 19 Keep your machine clean Accumulations of dirt grease and ...

Page 10: ...other obstructions that might hide children from sight 7 Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely necessary C Operators age 60 years and above Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of machine related injuries These operators must evaluate their ability to operate the machine safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury C ...

Page 11: ... connecting disconnecting adjusting cleaning or servicing any PTO driven equipment 3 Use the PTO with KUBOTA approved attachments The speed of PTO ZD1011 ZD1021 Without mower 2450 to 2550 rpm at 3200 engine rpm 1 Use lift link only with authorized attachments designed for lift link usage 1 Disengage power to attachment s when transporting or not in use 2 Do not tow this machine Use a suitable truc...

Page 12: ...n open well ventilated area away from spark and flames A battery especially when charging will give off hydrogen and oxygen gases which can explode and cause serious personal injury Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting from battery 6 Before jump starting a dead battery read and follow all the instructions 7 Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before making any repairs Disconn...

Page 13: ...r at once Serious infection or reaction will result if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately This fluid can produce gangrene or severe allergic reaction 17 Keep hands and feet away from moving parts If possible do not make adjustments or repairs with the engine running 18 Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up 19 Do not change the engine governor setting or o...

Page 14: ...to prevent children or others from playing or tampering with them 2 To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit always disconnect the battery s ground cable first and reconnect it last 3 To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning do not operate the engine in a closed building without adequate ventilation 4 To reduce fire hazards clean the machine thoroughly before storage Dry grass and lea...

Page 15: ...SAFE OPERATION 8 ENGLISH 7 DANGER WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS ...

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Page 19: ...g 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 5 Mount new danger warning and caution labels by applying on a clean dry surface and pressing any bubbles to outside edge 8 CARE OF DANGER W...

Page 20: ...rranted under the Kubota Limited Express warranty a copy of which may be obtained from your selling dealer No warranty shall however apply if the machine has not been handled according to the instruction given in the Operator s Manual even it is within the warranty period C Scrapping the machine and its procedure To put the machine out of service correctly follow the local rules and regulations of...

Page 21: ...SERVICING OF MACHINE 2 ENGLISH 1 Mower identification plate 2 Mower serial No 1 Mower identification plate 2 Mower serial No 1 ROPS serial No ...

Page 22: ...on by trochoidal pump Cooling Liquid with pressurized radiator Battery 51R 12 V RC 80 min CCA 430 A Capacities Fuel tank L U S gals 23 6 Engine crankcase with filter L U S qts 2 8 3 0 3 4 3 6 Engine coolant L U S qts 2 7 2 85 Recovery tank L U S qts 0 25 0 26 Transmission case including Rear axle gear case L U S qts 7 5 7 9 3 Dimensions Overall length mm in 2230 87 8 2255 88 6 Overall width w o mo...

Page 23: ...levers Transmission 2 HST w Gear Parking brake Wet multi disks Foot applied released Min turning radius mm in 0 0 PTO Revolution 1 speed 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 1 Manufacturer s estimate SAE J1940 2 At 3200 engine rpm 3 O...

Page 24: ...tting width mm in 1225 48 1375 54 1524 60 Cutting height mm in 25 to 127 1 0 to 5 0 Weight Approx kg lbs 107 235 119 262 138 304 Blade spindle speed r s rpm 64 8 3890 1 58 0 3480 1 56 0 3360 1 Blade tip velocity m s fpm 86 9 17100 1 92 5 18200 1 Blade length mm in 424 16 7 475 18 7 523 20 6 Number of blades 3 Dimensions Total length mm in 880 34 6 925 36 4 963 37 9 Total width mm in 1565 61 6 1710...

Page 25: ...arranty OPTION When using the hitch kit A Do not operate on slope when pulling loads A Total towed weight must not exceed combined weight of pulling machine ballast and operator A Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for weight limits for towed equipment UNIT Maximum loading weight Implement weight W Maximum total weight Front axle Wf Rear axle Wr ZD1011 54 ZD1011 48 156 kg 344 lbs 550 kg 121...

Page 26: ...tting height control dial 28 2 Parking brake lock pedal 11 22 11 Key switch 13 3 Lift lock lever 27 12 Easy Checker TM 14 4 Motion control lever 11 23 13 Hour meter 15 5 Seat belt 21 14 PTO lever 30 6 Cup holder 15 Fuel gauge 15 7 Operator s seat 21 16 Coolant temperature gauge 15 8 ROPS 19 17 Throttle lever 22 9 Hydraulic lift control pedal 22 ...

Page 27: ...ISH ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS 1 Anti scalp roller Front 28 2 Anti scalp roller Rear 28 ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS 1 Anti scalp roller Front 28 2 Anti scalp roller Rear 28 ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS 1 Anti scalp roller Front 28 2 Anti scalp roller Rear 28 ...

Page 28: ...chine A RCK60P only For easy installation set the anti scalp roller as shown below 5 Slide the mower deck under the machine and make sure that the mower gear case is placed properly in the center of the machine 6 Adjust the lift pedal to the lowest position and pull down the lift links 7 Attach the lift links to the mower deck with attaching hardwares 8 Install universal joint Pull back the couple...

Page 29: ...curely 9 After mounting the mower check the mower level If necessary adjust the mower level and anti scalp rollers ADJUSTING THE MOWER See OPERATING THE MOWER and ADJUSTMENT section DISMOUNTING THE MOWER DECK For dismounting the mower deck reverse the above procedures 1 Universal joint 2 Coupler A PULL ...

Page 30: ...tep on either side of the mower deck when getting on and getting off the machine When getting on the machine from either side step over the mower deck STARTING THE ENGINE To apply the parking brake 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 ...

Page 31: ...otion control levers in the NEUTRAL LOCK position 1 Motion control lever LH 2 Motion control lever RH A NEUTRAL LOCK Position B NEUTRAL Position held by hands C FORWARD D REVERSE 5 Release the hydraulic lift control pedal to the DOWN position 1 Hydraulic lift control pedal DOWN Release the pedal UP Keep depressing the pedal 6 Set the throttle lever 1 2 way forward 1 Throttle lever FAST SLOW 7 Inse...

Page 32: ...rtened A Do not operate the machine under full load until it is sufficiently warmed up A When the ambient temperature is less than 15 5 remove the battery from the machine and store it somewhere warm until next operation 1 OFF The position where the key can be inserted into or removed from the key switch When the key is turned to this position the engine shuts off 2 ON The engine keeps running 3 P...

Page 33: ...olored BEasy Checker TM If the warning lamps in the Easy Checker TM come on during operation stop the engine immediately and find the cause as shown below Never operate the machine while Easy Checker TM lamp is ON Engine oil pressure If the oil pressure in the engine goes below the prescribed level the warning lamp in the Easy Checker TM will come on If this should happen during operation stop the...

Page 34: ...s sufficient time to cool down Check the following items 1 Shortage or leakage of the coolant 2 Foreign matter on the radiator net or dust and dirt between the radiator fins 3 Looseness of fan belt 4 Blockage in the radiator tube See PERIODIC SERVICE section BHour Meter This meter gives readings for the hours the machine has been operated for A As the hour meter works electrically it starts to wor...

Page 35: ... cigarettes sparks and flames away from battery A If the machine battery is frozen do not jump start the engine A Do not connect the other end of negative jumper cable to the negative terminal of the machine battery When jump starting the engine follow the instructions below to start the engine safely 1 Bring a helper vehicle with a battery of the same voltage as the disabled machine within easy c...

Page 36: ...G THE ENGINE ENGLISH 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 starting a low or dead battery condition ...

Page 37: ...e deflector shield in the down position To avoid serious injury or death A The machine relies upon the engine driven transmission for speed direction and steering control If the engine is not running the machine cannot be driven or controlled If the engine stops when operating on a slope apply the parking brake immediately to prevent machine runaway A Do not allow any person other than the driver ...

Page 38: ...1 Loosen the knob bolts 1 to 2 turns 2 Remove both lock pins 3 Fold the ROPS To avoid personal injury A Hold the ROPS tightly with both hands and fold the ROPS slowly and carefully 4 Align lock pin holes and insert both lock pins and secure them with the snap pins To avoid personal injury A Make sure that both lock pins are properly installed and secured with the snap pins 1 Lock pin 2 Snap pin 3 ...

Page 39: ...them with the snap pins 4 Tighten the knob bolts slightly To avoid personal injury A Make sure that both lock pins are properly installed as soon as the ROPS is in the upright position and secured with the snap pins BAdjustment of Foldable ROPS 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 ...

Page 40: ... is released C Suspension adjustment Turn the suspension adjust knob to achieve the optimum suspension setting C Arm rest Arm rest may be set at upright position if desired C Arm rest angle adjustment Turn the arm rest angle adjuster to the desired angle A After adjusting the operator s seat be sure to check to see that the seat is properly locked BSeat Belt To avoid serious injury or death A Alwa...

Page 41: ...adjusted properly Contact your local KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment A Do not depress the hydraulic lift control pedal continuously while operating the machine BThrottle Lever Moving the throttle lever backward decreases the engine speed and moving it forward increases the engine speed BParking Brake Pedal To release the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and release slowly with your right foot wi...

Page 42: ...the motion control levers when the engine is running and the parking brake is released To avoid serious injury or death A No control is provided by the motion control levers when the engine is off C Neutral position A Grasp the motion control levers and move them inward from the NEUTRAL LOCK position so that the machine is in NEUTRAL Engine cannot be restarted C Forward and Reverse Motion 1 Move t...

Page 43: ...Start the engine 3 Set the throttle lever to the middle position 4 Place the control levers inward to the NEUTRAL position gradually 5 Release the parking brake within about 3 seconds If you take more time the engine will suddenly stop because of a safety device This is to prevent the machine from being operated with the parking brake applied When the engine stops start over by firmly reapplying t...

Page 44: ... the parking brake then 3 Stop the engine A If you stop the engine on an incline without applying the parking brake the machine could move and run away A The parking brake pedal is for parking and emergency use only If the parking brake is applied when the motion control levers are not in NEUTRAL LOCK position the engine will stop within approximately 3 seconds This feature is to prevent brake and...

Page 45: ...r ride than the rigid front axle and oscillates with the terrain 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 TO UNLOCK Depress the parking brake pedal and release slowly with your right foot without pressing the pa...

Page 46: ... by using heavy duty straps A For a long distance transit set the mower deck to the 5 inch position FRONT REAR 2 Do not attempt to tow this machine or damage to the transmission may result 3 During the long distance transporting make sure to lift the mower by the hydraulic lift control pedal and move the lift lock lever in the TRANSPORT LOCK position 4 Follow all federal and local regulations for ...

Page 47: ...d trees posts or other obstacles on the first trip around the obstacle 4 Most lawns must be mowed to keep the grass approximately 50 to 80 mm 2 to 3 in high Best results are obtained by cutting often and not too short To keep a green lawn never mow more than 1 3 of the height of the grass or a maximum of 25 mm 1 in in 1 mowing For extremely tall grass set the cutting height at maximum cutting heig...

Page 48: ...s recommended below for normal operating condition To minimize gouging and roller damage or wear the anti scalp rollers will maintain the ground clearance of 19 mm 3 4 in 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 0 24 in to the ground 1 Cutting height control dial 2 ...

Page 49: ...e the PTO lever to the ENGAGED ON position 1 If you get off the seat while the PTO is running the engine will stop automatically Operator presence control 2 Before starting the engine pull the PTO lever to the DISENGAGED OFF position If it is at the ENGAGED ON position the engine will not start A These safety features are built in Cutting height inch mm Position of bolts Ref Ground clearance betwe...

Page 50: ... Push or pull the motion control levers to move forward or backward A Never attempt to move the machine with the parking brake ON A Keep the engine running at full throttle for best results Control travel speed with the motion control levers A During heavy duty use operate the machine at a slower ground speed or go over the area twice A Keep the mower deck in the raised position when the mower is ...

Page 51: ...ep them tightened BInflation Pressure Though the inflation pressure is factory set to the prescribed level it naturally drops slowly in the course of time Thus check it and inflate as necessary WHEELS A When re fitting a wheel tighten the wheel bolt to the following torques then recheck after traveling 200 m 200 yards changing directions several times Wheels with beveled or tapered holes Use the t...

Page 52: ...hen remove the nylon sleeve 5 Remove the wheel from assembly yoke C Installing 1 Install the replacement wheel 2 Install the nylon sleeve with the wheel bolt and the lock nut 3 Tighten the nut A Insert the wheel bolt from the outside of the yoke A Tighten the nut gradually until wheel bearing play is eliminated and wheel turns freely by hand Reference 4 Lower machine 1 Lock nut 2 Wheel bolt 3 Yoke...

Page 53: ...is running A Never open the step while the engine is running A Do not touch muffler or exhaust pipes while they are hot Severe burns could result BHood To open the hood pull the lever sideward and then open BFront Cover To open the front cover pull the bottom edge of the front cover BStep To open the step pull the grip 1 Lever 2 Hood A RELEASE 1 Hood 1 Front cover 1 Step 2 Grip A PULL ...

Page 54: ...e raising 2 Pull the latch lever on the seat panel frontward 3 Raise the operator s seat to the LOCK position C Lower To avoid serious injury or death A Do not drop the seat to close it A Watch your hands Do not place your hands under the seat when closing 1 Pull up the seat support and release the LOCK 2 Lower the seat slowly to lock 3 Slide the seat to proper position 1 Latch lever A PULL 1 Oper...

Page 55: ...ide 2 Tighten the screws A If the lever guide is out of alignment with the motion lever move the lever guide to align it with the motion lever LIFT UP POINT To avoid serious injury death or machine damage A Do not work under the machine unless it is secured by safe stands or suitable blocking BFront side Lift the front axle with nylon slings A When you use nylon slings make sure to block rear whee...

Page 56: ... brake securely set or chock the rear wheels 1 Rear frame 2 Nylon sling 3 Bottom plate 4 Jack 5 Chock No Check item Ref Page Walking around the machine 1 Tire pressure wear and damage 32 44 2 Oil and water leak 3 Fuel level 41 4 Engine oil level 41 5 Transmission fluid level 42 6 Coolant level in the radiator and the recovery tank 42 7 Damage of machine body tightness of all bolts and nuts 8 Radia...

Page 57: ...Checker TM light 14 Starting the engine 1 Color of the exhaust fumes 2 Safety start switch seat safety control and other safety devices If either of these do not operate properly contact your local KUBOTA Dealer immediately 49 50 3 Check for abnormal noise and vibration Others 1 Check the areas where previous trouble was experienced No Check item Ref Page ...

Page 58: ...rvice Classification CF or better Above 25 SAE30 SAE10W 30 or 15W 40 77 0 to 25 SAE20 SAE10W 30 or 15W 40 32 to 77 Below 0 SAE10W SAE10W 30 or 15W 40 32 Transmission case with filter hose Rear axle gear case RH LH 7 5 L 7 9 U S qts KUBOTA SUPER UDT 2 fluid 2 Mower gear box 0 4 L 0 42 U S qts Engine oil API service Classification SH SJ or higher SAE10W 30 Greasing No of greasing points Capacity Typ...

Page 59: ...sion fluid Super UDT 2 is a proprietary KUBOTA formulation that deliveries superior performance and protection in all operating conditions Regular UDT is also permitted for use in this machine A Indicated capacities of water and oil are manufacturer s estimate A Refer to the following table for the suitable API classification engine oil according to the engine type with internal EGR external EGR o...

Page 60: ...le fuel carefully If the engine is running do not fill the fuel tank If engine is hot let engine cool several minutes before adding fuel Do not smoke while filling the fuel tank or servicing the fuel system Fill fuel tank only to bottom of filler neck Check the fuel level Take care that the fuel tank does not become empty A Use Diesel Fuel Only 1 Use No 2 diesel fuel 2 Use No 1 diesel fuel if the ...

Page 61: ...radiator and the recovery tank before starting engine 1 Remove the radiator cap and check to see that the coolant level is just below the fill port 2 Check to see that the coolant level is between the FULL and LOW marks of recovery tank 3 When the coolant level drops due to evaporation add water only up to just below the fill port of the radiator and the full level of the recovery tank In case of ...

Page 62: ...reen or radiator decrease cooling performance 1 Remove the radiator screen and the hood screen and remove all foreign material 2 Remove the dust from between the fins and the tube 3 Tighten the fan drive belt as necessary For this refer to EVERY 100 HOURS in MAINTENANCE section 4 If the scale forms in the tube clean with the scale inhibitor or its equivalent 5 Each time the hood screen is covered ...

Page 63: ... s Manual A Do not use tires larger than specified BInflation Pressure Though the inflation pressure is factory set to the prescribed level it naturally drops slowly in the course of time Thus check it and inflate as necessary Tire sizes Recommended Inflation Max Pressure ZD1011 Front 13 x 5 0 6 Smooth pneumatic 172 kPa 1 75 kgf cm 24 9 psi Rear 24 x 9 5 14 Low profile type 83 kPa 0 84 kgf cm 12 0...

Page 64: ... A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before greasing Grease the following location 1 Mower universal joint 1 Spindle shaft 2 Belt tension pulley 3 Belt tension pivot 1 Spindle shaft 2 Belt tension pulley 3 Belt tension pivot 1 Spindle shaft 2 Belt tension pulley 3 Belt tension pivot ...

Page 65: ...k bushings every 50Hr 51 5 Throttle Cable Oil every 50Hr 52 6 Greasing mower link bushings pivot every 100Hr 56 7 Air cleaner primary element Clean every 100Hr 53 2 Replace every 1000Hr or 1 year 62 3 Secondary element Replace every 1000Hr or 1 year 62 3 8 Fuel filter element Check every 100Hr 53 Replace every 400Hr 61 6 9 Fan belt Adjust every 100Hr 54 10 Parking brake Adjust every 100Hr 55 9 11 ...

Page 66: ...year 64 4 9 Replace every 4 years 66 6 23 Radiator hose and clamp Check every 1 year 64 4 9 Replace every 4 years 66 9 24 Hydraulic hose Check every 1 year 65 4 9 Replace every 4 years 66 6 25 Intake air line Check every 1 year 65 4 9 Replace every 4 years 66 9 26 Engine breather hose Check every 1 year 65 4 6 Replace every 4 years 66 6 27 Mower gear box oil seal Check every 1 year 65 4 6 Replace ...

Page 67: ... than 100 hours per year check the battery condition by reading the indicator annually 8 The initial 100 hours should not be an adjustment cycle 9 If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely contact your local KUBOTA Dealer A The items listed above marked are registered as emission related critical parts by KUBOTA in the U S EPA non road emission regulation As the...

Page 68: ...sition 5 The engine must not crank Test 3 OPERATOR ON THE SEAT 1 Securely set the parking brake 2 Shift the PTO lever to DISENGAGE OFF position 3 Hold the motion control levers and move then inward from NEUTRAL LOCK position to NEUTRAL position and then release the levers 4 Turn the key switch to START position 5 The engine must not crank Test 4 OPERATOR ON THE SEAT 1 Securely set the parking brak...

Page 69: ...Do not set the parking brake 3 Shift the PTO lever to ENGAGE ON position 4 Stand up Do not get off the machine 5 The engine must shut off A If the engine remains running in Test 1 or 2 consult your local KUBOTA Dealer to have the unit checked before operation BChecking Gear Box Oil Level To avoid serious injury or death A Always stop the engine and remove the key before checking oil 1 Park the mac...

Page 70: ...reasing To avoid serious injury or death A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before greasing Grease the following locations 1 King pin LH RH 2 Center pin 3 Front wheel LH RH 1 Machine universal joint 1 Seat adjuster ...

Page 71: ...MAINTENANCE 52 ENGLISH BOiling 1 Front lift arm LH RH 1 Lift control cable oil 1 Throttle cable oil 1 Throttle cable oil ...

Page 72: ...AR in MAINTENANCE section C Evacuator Valve Open the evacuator valve once a week under ordinary conditions or daily when used in a dusty place to get rid of large particles of dust and dirt BChecking Fuel Filter To avoid serious injury or death 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 ...

Page 73: ...e the engine may overheat To adjust loosen bolts and move the alternator outward to tighten the belt After adjustment securely tighten the bolts Moderate belt tension The belt must deflect approx 10 mm 0 4 in when the center of the belt is depressed with finger pressure of 98N 10kgf 22 lbs 1 Pipe clamps 2 Fuel line 3 Fuel filter 4 Fuel pump 1 Tension bolt 2 Alternator 3 Adjusting bolt A 10 mm 0 4 ...

Page 74: ...rking brake to the lock position 3 Loosen the lock nuts 4 Adjust the spring length to the recommendation 5 Lock the nuts 6 Check the brake spring play to the recommendation If there is no play adjust the brake spring play again See Adjustment of brake spring play below 7 Adjust the other side spring to the same dimension C Adjustment of brake spring play 1 Place the motion control lever to the NEU...

Page 75: ...vels To avoid serious injury or death A When the battery is being activated hydrogen and oxygen gases in the battery are extremely explosive Keep open sparks and flames away from the battery at all times especially when charging the battery To avoid serious injury or death A Batteries battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds and other chemicals known to the S...

Page 76: ...he cable to the battery start with the positive terminal first A Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the posts Use a voltmeter or hydrometer 1 To slow charge the battery connect the battery positive terminal to the charger positive terminal and the negative to the negative then charge for at least 1 hour at 4 5 amperes 2 A boost charge is only for emergencies It will partia...

Page 77: ...with gauge securely EVERY 200 HOURS BChanging Engine Oil To avoid serious injury or death 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 To change the used oil remove the drain plug at the bottom of the engine and drain the oil completely The used oil can be drained out more easily if the engine ...

Page 78: ...enuine KUBOTA filter or its equivalent BReplacing Transmission Oil Filter HST To avoid serious injury or death A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before changing the oil filter A Allow transmission case to cool down sufficiently oil can be hot and may cause burns 1 The oil filter must be changed every 200 service hours 2 Place an oil pan underneath the oil filter Do not drain oil 3 Re...

Page 79: ...drostatic drive system 1 To drain the transmission oil place oil pan underneath the transmission case and the rear axle gear case RH LH and remove the drain plug at the bottom of the transmission case and the rear axle gear case RH LH 2 After draining reinstall the drain plugs 3 Fill with UDT or SUPER UDT hydrostatic transmission fluid or its equivalent up to the upper line of the gauge A It takes...

Page 80: ...areful not to damage the parts 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 Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service 1 Drain plug 2 Rear axle gear case LH 1 Oil level dipstick 2 Oil plug and breather cup 3 Transmission oil filter A Oil level is accept...

Page 81: ...ath A Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot Then loosen cap slightly to the stop to relieve any excess pressure before removing cap completely 1 Stop the engine and let cool down 2 To drain the coolant open the radiator drain valve and remove the radiator drain plug and remove radiator cap The radiator cap must be removed to completely drain the coolant See the following figure 3 A...

Page 82: ... When anti freeze comes in contact with the skin or clothing wash it off immediately A Do not mix different types of Anti freeze The mixture can produce chemical reaction causing harmful substances A Anti freeze is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions Keep fire and children away from anti freeze A When draining fluids from the engine place some container underneath the engine...

Page 83: ...fe of 2 years Be sure to change the coolant every 2000 hours or every 2 years whichever comes faster A The above data represent industry standards that necessitate a minimum glycol content in the concentrated anti freeze EVERY 3000 HOURS BChecking Injection Pump Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service EVERY 1 YEAR BChecking Fuel Lines If you feel you are unable to make the following serv...

Page 84: ...ore applying pressure to the system make sure all connections are tight and that lines pipes and hoses are not damaged 1 Check to see that all lines and hose clamps are tight and not damaged 2 If hoses and clamps are found worn or damaged replace or repair them at once BChecking Intake Air Line If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely contact your local KUBOTA ...

Page 85: ...AS REQUIRED BReplacing Fuses 1 Raise the operator s seat 2 Remove the blown fuse 3 Place a new fuse of the same capacity in position A If the new fuse happens to blow out within a short time contact your dealer for inspection and repair Never jump the fuse with wire or foil or install a larger capacity fuse than is recommended C Protected circuit BBleeding Fuel System Air must be removed 1 When th...

Page 86: ...f wood between the blade and mower housing or use a box wrench over the pulley nut to prevent the spindle from rotating while removing the blade bolts loosen the blade bolt as illustrated A Use the proper metric size box or socket wrench to tighten or loosen the blade mounting bolt 3 To sharpen the blades yourself clamp the blade securely in a vise Use a large mill file and file along the original...

Page 87: ...ng 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 Remove the right hand bracket which mounts the gear box to the mower deck and slip the belt over the top of the gear box 6 To install a new belt reverse the above procedure A Tighten bracket bolts securely 77 5 to 90 2 N ...

Page 88: ...inked A If you feel you are unable to make the following adjustments correctly and safely please contact your local KUBOTA Dealer A Right and left motion control levers can be adjusted independently BHST NEUTRAL 1 Lift up and secure with jack stands or blocking the rear of the machine frame 2 Remove both rear wheels 3 Set the engine speed maximum 4 Place the motion control lever in the NEUTRAL LOC...

Page 89: ...side damper nut 3 Install the lever guide See HOW TO OPEN THE LEVER GUIDE in PERIODIC SERVICE section BMOTION CONTROL LEVER ALIGNMENT C Check the alignment Check the gap and space between the levers at the maximum forward position If positions of the control levers are unequal an adjustment is necessary To avoid serious injury or death A Park the machine on a firm and level surface A Stop the engi...

Page 90: ... scalp roller adjustments each time the mower deck cutting height is changed It is recommended that all the anti scalp rollers be kept off the ground to minimize scuffing 1 Check the machine tire pressure Inflate tires to the correct pressure See TIRES AND WHEELS section 2 Start the engine 3 Raise up the mower deck to the transport position Also the top end of the lift 4 Turn the cutting height co...

Page 91: ...ht between on the concrete and ground 6 Check that the left side blade is same height The difference between both measurements must be less than 3 mm 0 12 in 7 If the Side to Side adjustment is not within the given tolerance adjustment necessary C Adjusting level Side to Side 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...

Page 92: ...ft side blade has the same dimension The difference between both measurements must be less than 6 mm 0 24 in Front side must be lower than rear side 8 If the Front to Rear adjustment is not within the given tolerance adjustment is necessary 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 hei...

Page 93: ...0 2 23 5 27 5 2 4 2 8 21 7 25 3 29 4 34 3 3 0 3 5 1 2 lbf ft N m kgf m 80 96 108 5 130 2 11 07 13 29 110 132 149 2 179 0 15 22 18 27 M10 lbf ft N m kgf m 35 5 41 2 48 1 55 9 4 9 5 7 44 9 52 1 60 8 70 5 6 2 7 2 9 16 lbf ft N m kgf m 110 132 149 2 179 0 15 22 18 27 160 192 217 0 260 4 22 14 26 57 M12 lbf ft N m kgf m 57 2 66 5 77 5 90 2 7 9 9 2 76 0 86 8 103 117 10 5 12 0 5 8 lbf ft N m kgf m 150 18...

Page 94: ... 4 2 8 2 6 0 2 M10 14 or 17 35 4 41 2 38 3 2 9 48 1 55 9 52 0 3 9 4 9 5 7 5 3 0 4 M12 17 or 19 57 1 66 5 61 8 4 7 77 5 90 2 83 9 6 3 8 0 9 2 8 6 0 6 M14 19 or 22 91 1 108 5 99 8 8 7 123 6 147 0 135 3 11 7 12 6 15 0 13 8 1 2 A Figure 7 on the top of the bolt indicates that the bolt is of special material A Before tightening check the figure on the top of bolt ...

Page 95: ...ected from sunlight and excessive heat If the machine must be stored outdoors cover it with a waterproof tarpaulin 9 Jack the machine up and place blocks under the front and rear axles so that all 4 tires are off the ground Keep the tires out of direct sunlight and extreme heat A When washing the machine be sure to stop the engine Allow sufficient time for the engine to cool before washing A Cover...

Page 96: ...engine charge and store it indoors Install it on the machine only when the machine is going to be used Insufficient engine power A Insufficient or dirty fuel A The air cleaner is clogged A Check the fuel system A Clean the element Engine stops suddenly A Insufficient fuel A Refuel A Bleed the fuel system if necessary Exhaust fumes are colored Black A Fuel quality is poor A Too much oil A Engine is...

Page 97: ...el A Battery was used too much without recharging A Charge battery sufficiently A Charge the battery properly Recharging is impossible A Battery life expired A Replace battery Terminals are severely corroded and heat up A Poor terminal connection A Clean the terminal and tighten securely A Keep the terminal clean and tight Apply grease and treat with anti corrosives Battery electrolyte level drops...

Page 98: ...n A Engine rpm too low A Mow at full throttle check and reset engine rpm A Grass too long A Cut grass twice A Blades dull or damaged A Replace blades or have blades sharpened A Debris in mower deck A Clean mower deck Uneven cut A Mower deck not level A Level mower deck A Ground speed too fast A Slow down A Blades dull A Have blades sharpened A Blades worn or damaged A Replace blades A Low tire inf...

Page 99: ...ulleys A Replace pulleys A Pulleys out of alignment A Consult your KUBOTA Dealer A Blades out of balance A Have blades balanced Mower loads down machine A Engine rpm too low A Mow at full throttle check and reset engine rpm 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 in ADJUSTMENT section ...

Page 100: ... Lift Control Pedal 22 Immediately Stop the Engine if 14 Inflation Pressure 32 Inflation Pressure 44 Injection Pump 64 Intake Air Line 65 Intake Air Line 66 Key Switch 13 LEVEL MOWER DECK Front to Rear 73 LEVEL MOWER DECK Side to Side 72 Lubricating All Grease Fittings 45 Lubricating Oil for New Machines 18 Machine Break in 18 MAXIMUM SPEED FORWARD 69 Motion Control Lever 23 MOTION CONTROL LEVER A...