Kubota ZD326, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...MODEL ZD326 EU 2 ENGLISH OPERATOR S MANUAL READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL Original instructions 1BDABDDAP1110 K3173 7131 2 ...

Page 2: ...ications carried out to this machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any resulting damage or injury manufacturer or distributor of the machine the model designation of the machine the name or type of publication the part number or publication number by which the manual may be ordered the date of issue the publication date Kubota Corporation ZD326 EU 2 Operator s Manual K3173 7131 2 J...

Page 3: ...ne Stop Preheat Engine Run Starter Control Power Take Off Clutch Control Off Position Disengaged Power Take Off Clutch Control On Position Engaged Cutting Height Mower Lowered position Mower Raised position Fast Slow Engine Speed Control Battery Oil Pressure Coolant Temperature NOTE This machine is meant for cutting lawn only not for cutting extensive maintained grass not for cutting hedges or bru...

Page 4: ...utors and dealers will have the most up to date information Please do not hesitate to consult them 3SAFETY FIRST This symbol the industry s Safety Alert Symbol is used throughout this manual and on labels on the machine itself to warn of the possibility of personal injury Read these instructions carefully It is essential that you read the instructions and safety regulations before you attempt to a...

Page 5: ...nt Temperature Gauge 15 Hour Meter 16 COLD WEATHER STARTING 16 BLOCK HEATER OPTION 16 WARMING UP 16 Warm up and Transmission Oil in the Low Temperature Range 16 JUMP STARTING 17 STOPPING THE ENGINE 18 Engine Stop Lever Inside the Hood 18 OPERATING THE MACHINE 19 OPERATING NEW MACHINE 19 Changing Lubricating Oil for New Machines 19 Engine Break in 19 Machine Break in 19 OPERATING FOLDABLE ROPS 20 T...

Page 6: ...CE 40 HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD FRONT COVER STEP 40 Hood 40 Front Cover 40 Step 40 HOW TO RAISE THE OPERATOR S SEAT 41 HOW TO TILT UP THE MACHINE 41 HOW TO OPEN THE LEVER GUIDE 43 LIFT UP POINT 43 Front side 43 Rear side 43 DAILY CHECK 44 Checking Engine Oil Level 45 Checking Amount of Fuel and Refueling 45 Checking and Cleaning Radiator Screen and Bonnet Screen to Prevent Overheating 46 Checking Tire ...

Page 7: ...imary Element and Secondary Element 65 EVERY 1500 HOURS 66 Checking Fuel Injection Nozzle Injection Pressure 66 EVERY 2000 HOURS or EVERY 2 YEARS 66 Flushing Cooling System and Changing Coolant 66 Anti freeze 67 EVERY 3000 HOURS 68 Checking Injection Pump 68 EVERY 1 YEAR 68 Checking Fuel Lines 68 Checking Radiator Hose and Clamp 68 Checking Hydraulic Hose 68 Checking Intake Air Line 69 Checking En...

Page 8: ...de 77 LEVEL MOWER DECK Front to Rear 78 GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION 80 TIGHTENING TORQUE CHART 81 STORAGE 82 MACHINE STORAGE 82 REMOVING THE MACHINE FROM STORAGE 82 TROUBLESHOOTING 83 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING 83 BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING 84 MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 84 MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING 85 APPENDIX 87 SOUND AND VIBRATION MEASUREMENTS 87 INDEX 88 ...

Page 9: ...l other operations If the ROPS is loosened or removed for any reason make sure that all parts are reinstalled correctly before operating the machine Never modify or repair a ROPS because welding bending drilling grinding or cutting may weaken the structure A damaged ROPS structure must be replaced not repaired or revised If any structural member of the ROPS is damaged replace the entire structure ...

Page 10: ...r trees and other obstructions and hidden hazards Obstacles can damage machine fuel hoses wire harness etc 6 Know what is behind you before backing up Look to the rear before and when backing Do not mow while in reverse unless absolutely necessary and make sure the area immediately behind you is clear of obstructions or holes and small children 7 When working in groups always let others know what ...

Page 11: ...ly and gradually 2 Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in 3 Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding and loss of control 4 Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground 5 Do not start or stop suddenly when going uphill or downhill Avoid sudd...

Page 12: ...e the refillable type battery if the fluid level is below the LOWER lower limit level mark Otherwise the battery component parts may prematurely deteriorate which may shorten the battery s service life or cause an explosion Check the fluid level regularly and add distilled water as required so that the fluid level is between the UPPER and LOWER levels 9 Keep first aid kit and fire extinguisher han...

Page 13: ... fluids or other products Someone particularly children may drink them by mistake 25 Securely support machine or any machine elements with stands or suitable blocking before working underneath For your safety do not rely or hydraulically supported devices they may leak down suddenly drop or be accidently lowered 26 Waste products such as used oil fuel coolant brake fluid and batteries can harm the...

Page 14: ...SAFE OPERATION 6 ENGLISH 7 PICTORIAL SAFETY LABELS ...

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Page 19: ...r missing pictorial safety labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA Dealer 4 If a component with pictorial safety 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 pictorial safety labels by applying on a clean dry surface and pressing any bubbles to outside edge 8 CARE OF PICTORIAL SAFETY LABELS ...

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Page 21: ...Warranty This machine is warranted 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 loc...

Page 22: ...SERVICING OF MACHINE 2 ENGLISH 1 Mower identification plate 2 Mower serial No 1 ROPS serial No ...

Page 23: ... plug 12V 1 1kW Lubrication Forced lubrication by gear pump Cooling Liquid with pressurized radiator Battery 51R 12V RC 70min CCA 475A Capacities Fuel tank L 49 Engine crankcase with filter L 3 9 Engine coolant L 3 5 Recovery tank L 0 25 Transmission case including Rear axle gear case L 12 1 2 Dimensions Overall length mm 2220 Overall width w o mower deck mm 1460 Overall height With ROPS upright m...

Page 24: ...t multi disk Foot applied released Min turning radius mm 0 PTO Revolution 1 speed 2530 min rpm at engine revolution 3200 min 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 J1995 2 Oil amount when the oil level is at the upper level Model ...

Page 25: ... 2 Mounting method Quick joint Parallel linkage Adjustment of cutting height Dial gauge Cutting width cm 152 4 Cutting height mm 25 to 127 Weight Approx kg 146 Blade spindle speed r s min rpm 47 7 2863 1 Blade tip velocity m s 78 3 1 Blade length mm 523 Number of blades 3 Dimensions Total length mm 980 Total width mm 1854 1604 Total height mm 383 380 ...

Page 26: ...m 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 Maximum loading weight Implement weight W Maximum total weight Front axle...

Page 27: ...ature gauge 15 2 Parking brake lock pedal 11 24 10 Fuel gauge LH tank only 14 3 Motion control lever 11 24 11 Key switch 13 4 Cup holder 12 Easy checker TM 14 5 Seat belt 23 13 Cutting height control dial 29 6 Operator s seat 22 14 Hour meter 16 7 Hydraulic lift control pedal DOWN 23 15 PTO lever 32 8 Hydraulic lift control pedal UP 23 16 Throttle lever 23 ...

Page 28: ...INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 8 ENGLISH ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS 1 Anti scalp roller Front swivel type 29 2 Anti scalp roller Rear 29 ...

Page 29: ...nance lift system See HOW TO TILT UP THE MACHINE in PERIODIC SERVICE section 4 Place the mower deck at the right side of the machine 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 lower the axle from the tilt up position to the normal position A For easy installation set the anti scalp roller as shown below RCK60P 2 p...

Page 30: ...curely 10 Raise the operator s seat to the LOCK position 11 Set the hook of the chain to the hole of the stay 12 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 Lift link 2 Clevis pin Pl...

Page 31: ...en mounting the machine from either side step over the mower deck STARTING THE ENGINE A If the hood is opened the engine does not start A If the hood has been opened while the engine is running the engine stalls 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 pe...

Page 32: ...n the DISENGAGED OFF position 1 PTO lever ENGAGED ON DISENGAGED OFF 5 Place the motion control levers in the NEUTRAL LOCK position 1 Motion control lever LH 2 Motion control lever RH A NEUTRAL LOCK Position B NEUTRAL Position C FORWARD D REVERSE 6 Set the throttle lever 1 2 way forward 1 Throttle lever FAST SLOW 7 Insert the key into the key switch and turn clockwise 1 notch Make sure the Easy Che...

Page 33: ...d A Do not operate the machine under full load until it is sufficiently warmed up A When the ambient temperature is less than 15 remove the battery from the machine and store it somewhere warm until next operation OFF The position where the key can be inserted into or removed from the key switch When the key is turned this position the engine shuts off ON The engine keeps running PREHEAT The super...

Page 34: ... lamp in the Easy Checker TM will come on If this should happen during operation check the electrical charging system or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer Fuel level RH tank primary tank only If the fuel in the RH tank primary tank goes below the prescribed level the warning lamp in the Easy Checker TM will come on less than 9 0 L in the RH tank If this should happen during operation switch to the ...

Page 35: ...REQUIRED in PERIODIC SERVICE section BCoolant Temperature Gauge To avoid serious injury or death A Do not remove radiator cap until coolant temperature is well below its boiling point Then loosen cap slightly to the stop to relieve any excess pressure before removing cap completely If the indicator reaches red zone or horn sounds 1 Place the PTO lever in the DISENGAGE OFF position 2 Move the machi...

Page 36: ...ngine without this warm up period the troubles such as seizure breakage or premature wear may develop BWarm up and Transmission Oil in the Low Temperature Range Hydraulic oil serves as transmission oil In cold weather the oil may be cold with increased viscosity This can cause delayed oil circulation or abnormally low hydraulic pressure for some time after engine start up This in turn can result i...

Page 37: ... or pos terminal of the dead battery and clamp the other end of the same cable to the positive red or pos terminal of the helper battery 6 Clamp the other cable to the negative black or neg terminal of the helper battery 7 Clamp the other end to the engine block or the frame of the disabled machine as far from the dead battery as possible 8 Start the helper vehicle and let its engine run for a few...

Page 38: ...s turned OFF If the engine does not stop make sure the motion control levers are in the NEUTRAL LOCK position the PTO lever is OFF the mower lowered to the ground and apply the parking brake then carefully get off the machine Then open the hood and pull engine stop lever Red mark and hold it until the engine stops Then contact your local KUBOTA Dealer immediately To avoid serious injury or death A...

Page 39: ...ERY 200 HOURS in PERIODIC SERVICE section To avoid serious injury or death A Do not operate the mower without the 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...

Page 40: ... fold it up and lock it again as soon as possible A Before proceeding to fold the ROPS check for any 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 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...

Page 41: ...ns 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 hair 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 in the movement and t...

Page 42: ...seat might slide forward by itself C Suspension adjustment Pull the suspension adjust knob and turn it to achieve the optimum suspension setting After setting push back the knob C Lumbar support adjustment Turn the lumbar support adjust lever to the desired position 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 des...

Page 43: ...If operation is attempted when the engine is still cold the hydraulic system may be damaged A Do not operate at slow Engine rpm Move the throttle lever above 1 2 A If noises are heard when implement is lifting after the hydraulic lift control pedal has been activated the hydraulic mechanism is not adjusted properly Contact your local KUBOTA Dealer for adjustment A Do not depress the hydraulic lift...

Page 44: ...ward position rapidly Sudden direction changes could cause loss of control or damage to the machine or property A Do not make sharp turns at high speeds Fast and sharp turns could cause loss of control A Motion control levers must be in NEUTRAL LOCK position to safely enter and exit the operator s seat or to carry out maintenance and safety checks C Neutral lock position A Forward and reverse move...

Page 45: ... control linkages are adjustable If adjustment is required see ADJUSTMENT section We recommend you to contact your local KUBOTA Dealer C Re start on the slopes To avoid serious injury or death A Do not stop or change directions on the slopes These operations could cause loss of the machine traction or control Starting procedure on the slopes is different from the usual start mode on a flat surface...

Page 46: ...sh right motion control lever further forward than the left motion control lever For forward travel to the left GENERAL RIGHT TURN A Push left motion control lever further forward than the right motion control lever For forward travel to the right SHARP ZERO LEFT TURN A Push right motion control lever forward and pull left motion control lever rearward at the same time SHARP ZERO RIGHT TURN A Push...

Page 47: ... serious injury or death A Park the machine on level ground If necessary to park on an incline 1 Stop the machine 2 Apply 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 ...

Page 48: ...ition If necessary to park on an incline be sure to chock the wheels on the downhill side to prevent accidental rolling of the machine TRANSPORTING 1 Transport the machine on a suitable 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 A Apply the parking brake and lift down the mower deck...

Page 49: ... inch 5 For best appearance grass should be cut in the afternoon or evening when it is free of moisture To avoid serious injury or death A Clear the work area of objects which might be picked up and thrown by blades A Keep bystanders and animals away from the mowing area A Be sure to disengage the PTO and sit on the operator s seat before starting the engine BUsage of the Skids Only RCK60R 1 Make ...

Page 50: ...inimize gouging and roller damage or wear the anti scalp rollers will maintain the ground clearance of 19 mm 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 to the ground 1 Cutting height control dial 2 Hydraulic lift control pedal 1 Anti scalp roller Front swivel type 2 A...

Page 51: ... 2 19 mm 1 75 1 3 2 13 mm 2 00 1 2 2 19 mm 2 25 2 4 2 13 mm 2 50 2 3 2 19 mm 2 75 3 5 2 13 mm 3 00 3 4 2 19 mm 3 25 4 6 2 13 mm 3 50 4 5 2 3 19 mm 3 75 4 7 3 3 13 mm 4 00 4 6 3 3 19 mm 4 25 4 7 3 3 13 mm 4 50 4 7 3 3 19 mm 4 75 4 7 3 3 25 mm 5 00 4 7 3 3 31 mm 1 Marked dimension shows ground clearance of bolt shift type 2 For cutting heights above 3 5 The anti scalp rollers will still be effective...

Page 52: ...A These safety features are built in BStarting To avoid serious injury or death A Engine components can get extremely hot from operation To prevent severe burns do not touch these areas while the engine is running or immediately after it is turned off A Never operate the engine without heat shields or guards 1 Sit on the operator s seat 2 Start the engine 3 Engage the PTO lever 4 Disengage the par...

Page 53: ... bolts are loosened retighten to specified torque A Check all bolts frequently and keep 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 everyday and inflate as necessary WHEELS A When re fitting a wheel tighten the wheel bolt to the following torques then recheck after traveling 20...

Page 54: ...t with nylon sleeve and wheel bolt 5 Remove the wheel from assembly yoke C Installing 1 Install the replacement wheel 2 Install the wheel bolt and lock nut with nylon sleeve 3 Install 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 Tightening torque 20 to 25 N m ...

Page 55: ...every 50Hr 54 6 Air cleaner primary element Clean every 100Hr 55 2 Replace every 1000Hr or 1 year 65 3 Secondary element Replace every 1000Hr or 1 year 65 3 7 Fuel filter element Check every 100Hr 56 Replace every 400Hr 65 6 8 Fan belt Adjust every 100Hr 57 9 Parking brake Adjust every 100Hr 57 9 10 Battery condition Check every 100Hr 59 7 11 Engine oil Change every 200Hr 61 1 12 Engine oil filter...

Page 56: ...6 24 Radiator hose and clamp Check every 1 year 68 4 9 Replace every 4 years 69 9 25 Hydraulic hose Check every 1 year 68 4 9 Replace every 4 years 69 6 26 Intake air line Check every 1 year 69 4 9 Replace every 4 years 69 9 27 Enginebreather hose Check every 1 year 69 4 6 Replace every 4 years 69 6 28 Mower gear box oil seal Check every 1 year 69 4 6 Replace every 4 years 69 6 29 Fuel system Blee...

Page 57: ...ck hardening scar or deformation or damage occurred 5 Every 2000 hours or every 2 years whichever comes faster 6 Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service 7 When the battery is used for less 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 servic...

Page 58: ... 40 Below 0 SAE10W SAE10W 30 or 15W 40 Transmission case with filter hose Rear axle gear case RH LH 12 1 L KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid 1 Mower gear box 0 4 L SAE90 gear oil API service classification more than GL 3 Greasing No of greasing points Capacity Type of grease Motion control lever pivot bushing and contact position 6 Until grease overflows Multipurpose EP2 Grease NLGI Grade No 2 King Pi...

Page 59: ...il used to lubricate the transmission is also used as hydraulic fluid To insure proper operation of the hydraulic system and to complete lubrication of the transmission it is important that a multi grade transmission fluid is used in this system 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 mi...

Page 60: ...ever 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 latch lever frontward BFront Cover To open the front cover pull the bottom edge of the front cover BStep 1 Remove the bolt 2 To open the step pull the step frontward 1 Latch lever 2 Hood A RELEASE 1 Hood 1 Front cover 1 Step 2 Bolt A PU...

Page 61: ...up the seat support rod and release the LOCK 2 Lower the seat slowly to lock 3 Slide the seat to proper position HOW TO TILT UP THE MACHINE To avoid serious injury or death A Park the machine on a firm and level surface A Set the mower deck height to 5 inch A Stop the engine remove the key and engage the parking brake A Be sure to chock the wheels A Lock the raised axle with an L pin and Hairpin c...

Page 62: ...sed wheel and insert it to the outside hole of the frame 9 Insert the hairpin cotter C Return to the normal position Reverse to the above procedure A To ensure equal oscillation of the axle and prevent loss of parts Be sure the clevis pin returns to the center position of the front axle arm slot And be sure to install removed parts 1 L pin 2 Tilt lever 1 L pin 2 Hairpin cotter 1 Clevis pin 2 Slot ...

Page 63: ...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 Hoist the front axle support with nylon sling Or jack up the front axle support Never lift up the mower deck BRear side Hoist the rear frame with nylon slings Or jac...

Page 64: ...2 Air cleaner primary element 55 Mower 1 Oil leak 52 2 Make sure blade cap screws are tight 71 3 Blades wear or damage 71 4 Check all hardware 5 Make sure all pins are in place 6 Mower deck cleaning 7 Greasing A Universal joint A 3 spindle shafts A Belt tension pulley A Belt tension pivot A Front anti scalp roller A Front anti scalp roller bracket boss 48 While sitting in the operator s seat 1 Mot...

Page 65: ... Handle 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...

Page 66: ...onnet screen or radiator decrease cooling performance 1 Remove the radiator screen and the bonnet 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 PERIODIC SERVICE section 4 If the scale forms in the tube clean with the scale inhibitor or its equivalent 5 Each time the bonnet s...

Page 67: ...aning its surface 1 Park the machine on a flat surface lower the implement to the ground and shut off the engine and remove the key Allow the machine to idle for 1 3 minutes and then check fluid 2 Raise and lock the operator s seat 3 To check the oil level draw out the dipstick wipe it clean replace it and draw it out again Check to see that the oil level lies between the 2 notches If the level is...

Page 68: ...nd the full level of the recovery tank In case of leakage add anti freeze and water in the specified mixing ratio up to the full level See Flushing Cooling System and Changing Coolant in EVERY 2000 HOURS or EVERY 2 YEARS in PERIODIC SERVICE section A If the radiator cap has to be removed follow the caution above and securely retighten the cap A Use clean distilled water and anti freeze to fill the...

Page 69: ...with loosen the nuts B to remove the center cover and then apply grease A For areas marked with apply grease without removing the cover 1 Center cover 2 Left shield 3 Right shield 4 Grease up plate A Nut B Nut 1 Spindle shaft 2 Belt tension pulley 3 Belt tension pivot 4 Front side anti scalp roller bracket 5 Front side anti scalp roller ...

Page 70: ...not crank Test 3 OPERATOR ON THE SEAT 1 Securely set the parking brake 2 Shift the PTO lever to DISENGAGE OFF position 3 Grasp 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 brake 2 Shift the PTO lever ...

Page 71: ...ts before operating the machine Test 1 OPERATOR ON THE SEAT 1 Start the engine 2 Do not set the parking brake 3 Shift the PTO lever to DISENGAGE OFF position 4 Grasp the motion control levers and move them inward from NEUTRAL LOCK position to NEUTRAL position and then release the levers 5 Stand up Do not get off the machine 6 The engine must shut off Test 2 OPERATOR ON THE SEAT 1 Start the engine ...

Page 72: ... check to see that the oil level is just below the check plug port If the level is too low add new oil to the prescribed level at the oil inlet See LUBRICANTS FUEL AND COOLANT in MAINTENANCE section BGreasing To avoid serious injury or death A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before greasing Grease the following location 1 Drain plug Bolt 2 Check plug Bolt 3 Oil filler plug 1 King pin...

Page 73: ...53 PERIODIC SERVICE ENGLISH 1 Parking brake lock pedal 1 Motion control lever pivot bushing LH RH 1 Motion control lever contact position LH RH ...

Page 74: ...PERIODIC SERVICE 54 ENGLISH BOiling 1 Machine universal joint 2 Engine 3 Radiator 1 Seat adjuster 1 Throttle cable Oil ...

Page 75: ...eck to see if the evacuator valve is blocked with dust A The air cleaner uses a dry element never apply oil A Do not run the engine with filter element removed A Operating in dusty conditions requires more frequent maintenance A Align the arrow marks when reinstalling the air cleaner cover A Do not touch the secondary element except in cases where replacing is required See Replacing Air Cleaner Pr...

Page 76: ...e of rubber and ages regardless of service period 3 If the fuel line and clamps are found damaged or deteriorated replace them 4 Check fuel filter if it is clogged by debris or contaminated with water replace it A When the fuel line is disconnected for maintenance or repair close both ends of the fuel line with a piece of clean cloth or paper to prevent dust and dirt from entering In addition part...

Page 77: ...ou are unable to make the following service correctly and safely contact your local KUBOTA Dealer To avoid serious injury or death A Park the machine on a firm and level surface A Stop the engine and chock the wheels before checking or adjusting A Wrong adjustment may cause machine damage 1 Check brake spring 1 Place the motion control levers to the NEUTRAL LOCK position 2 Be sure to chock the rea...

Page 78: ...spring to the same dimension C Adjustment of brake spring play 1 Place the motion control lever to the NEUTRAL LOCK position 2 Be sure to chock the rear wheels 3 Release the parking brake completely 4 Loosen the lock nuts 5 Hold the brake rod by hand 6 Tighten the nut to the correct space between the end of the spring and the nut 7 Lock the nuts 8 Adjust the other side spring to the same dimension...

Page 79: ...ling the battery shortens the service life and adds to maintenance costs The original battery is maintenance free but needs some servicing If the battery is weak the engine will be difficult to start and the lights will be dim It is important to check the battery periodically A When exchanging an old battery for a new one use battery of equal specification in table below For non accessible mainten...

Page 80: ...lectrolyte to the proper level and store in a dry place out of direct sunlight 2 The battery self discharges while it is stored Recharge it once every 3 months in hot seasons and once every 6 months in cold seasons 3 Nut size for the battery terminals M6 5 16 18UNC EVERY 150 HOURS BChanging Gear Box Oil To avoid serious injury or death A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before changin...

Page 81: ...pe it clean insert it and draw it out again Check to see that the oil level is between the 2 marks BReplacing Engine Oil Filter To avoid serious injury or death A Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before changing the oil and the oil filter A Allow engine to cool down sufficiently oil can be hot and may cause burns A Be sure to reinstall the removed cover after changing the oil and the ...

Page 82: ...ssion 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 Remove the oil filter by using the filter wrench 4 Apply a slight coat of oil onto the filter gasket 5 Tighten the filter quickly until it contacts the mounting surface Tighten filter by hand an additional 1...

Page 83: ...f the front axle pivot pin adjustment is not correct vibration in the front wheel can occur C Check and Adjustment of the Front Axle End Play 1 Lift up and securely block the front of the machine 2 Measure the clearance L between the front axle 4 and front axle support 3 3 If the measurement exceeds the allowable limit adjust the nut 1 A When fastening the center pin 2 tighten the nut so that the ...

Page 84: ...s equivalent up to the upper line of the gauge A It takes time to have the oil poured from the transmission case reach the rear axle case RH LH Pour the regulated amount of oil slowly 4 After running the engine for a few minutes stop it and check the oil level again add oil to the prescribed level A Operate only at low rpms immediately after changing the transmission fluid and filter Keep the engi...

Page 85: ... 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 EVERY 800 HOURS BAdjusting Engine Valve Clearance Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service EVERY 1000 HOURS or EVERY 1 YEAR Replace every 1000 hours or every 1 year whichever comes faster BReplacing Air Cleaner Primary Eleme...

Page 86: ...ain 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 3 After all coolant is drained close the drain valve and install the drain plug 4 Fill with clean water and cooling system cleaner 5 Follow directions of the cleaner instruction 6 After flushing fill with clean water and anti free...

Page 87: ...ditions Keep fire and children away from anti freeze A When draining fluids from the engine place some container underneath the engine body A Do not pour waste onto the ground down a drain or into any water source A Also observe the relevant environmental protection regulations when disposing of anti freeze Always use a 50 50 mix of long life coolant and clean soft water in KUBOTA engines Consult ...

Page 88: ...e unable to make the following service correctly and safely contact your local KUBOTA Dealer See Checking Fuel Filter in EVERY 100 HOURS in PERIODIC SERVICE section BChecking Radiator Hose and Clamp If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely contact your local KUBOTA Dealer 1 If hose clamps are loose or water leaks tighten clamps securely 2 Replace hoses and tigh...

Page 89: ...UBOTA Dealer for this service BReplacing Fuel Lines Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service BReplacing Engine Breather Hose Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service BReplacing Radiator Hose If you feel you are unable to make the following service correctly and safely contact your local KUBOTA Dealer See Checking Radiator Hose and Clamp in EVERY 1 YEAR in PERIODIC SERVICE section...

Page 90: ... fuse 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 1 Fuse location 2 Slow blow fuse 1 Cover 2 Nut FUSE NO CAPACITY A Protected circuit 1 20 A Engine stop 15 A Charge system 15 A Main system 15 A Aux outlet 10 A Control system 20 ...

Page 91: ...e a block of 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 RCK60R Set the pipe between the blade and the next blade 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...

Page 92: ...e according to the procedure DISMOUNTING THE MOWER DECK 2 Loosen the nuts B to remove the center cover from the mower deck 3 Loosen the nuts C to remove the left and right hand shield from the mower deck 4 Clean around the gear box 5 Remove the belt from the tension pulley 6 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 7 T...

Page 93: ... be removed 1 When the fuel filter or lines are removed 2 When tank is completely empty 3 After the machine has not been used for a long period of time C Bleeding procedure is as follows 1 Fill the fuel tank with fuel 2 Start the engine and run for about 30 seconds and then stop the engine 1 Tension pulley 2 Bracket RH 3 Belt ...

Page 94: ...TION in ADJUSTMENT section 5 Pull the latch lever and raise the operator s seat 6 Remove the connector from the seat safety switch then temporarily install a jumper wire across the terminals in the connector of the wire harness To avoid serious injury or death A Do not operate the machine with a jumper wire A If you feel you are unable to make the following adjustments correctly and safety please ...

Page 95: ...it is not correct adjust again 10 Adjust the other side equally 11 After adjustment be sure to stop the engine immediately BMAXIMUM SPEED FORWARD Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service 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 T...

Page 96: ...rake A Stop the engine and remove the key A Wait for all moving parts to stop A The flattest cut can be achieved by having the anti scalp rollers adjusted off the ground Check anti 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 t...

Page 97: ...RES AND WHEELS section C Checking level Side to Side A Mower deck anti scalp rollers should not contact the ground 1 Raise 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 3 Lower the mower deck 4 Position the right mower blade in the Side to Side position 5 Measure from outside blade tip to the level surface with a sh...

Page 98: ...ge PTO A Stop the engine remove the key and remove the mower universal joint while checking or adjusting the level of the mower deck A Check the machine tire pressure Inflate tires to the correct pressure See TIRES AND WHEELS section C Checking level Front to Rear A Mower deck anti scalp rollers should not contact the ground 1 Raise the mower deck to the transport position Also the top end 2 Turn ...

Page 99: ...on the wood block 4 Lower the mower deck 5 Loosen the lock nuts of the front side of the machine 6 Adjust the cutting height fine tuning bolts to set 76 mm height Both front side bolts must be adjusted 7 Lock the nuts 8 Adjust the other side equally A The difference between both measurements should be less than 6 mm Front side must be lower than rear side 9 Check the front to rear level and if it ...

Page 100: ...5 39 3 3 31 4 01 M8 N m kgf m 23 6 27 4 2 4 2 8 29 4 34 3 3 0 3 5 3 8 N m kgf m 47 5 57 0 4 84 5 82 61 0 73 2 6 22 7 47 M10 N m kgf m 48 1 55 8 4 9 5 7 60 8 70 5 6 2 7 2 1 2 N m kgf m 108 5 130 2 11 07 13 29 149 2 179 0 15 22 18 27 M12 N m kgf m 77 5 90 1 7 9 9 2 103 117 10 5 12 0 9 16 N m kgf m 149 2 179 0 15 22 18 27 217 0 260 4 22 14 26 57 M14 N m kgf m 124 147 12 6 15 0 167 196 17 0 20 0 5 8 N...

Page 101: ...2 M10 14 or 17 39 3 45 1 42 2 2 9 4 0 4 6 4 3 0 3 48 1 55 9 52 0 3 9 4 9 5 7 5 3 0 4 M12 17 or 19 62 8 72 6 67 7 4 9 6 4 7 4 6 9 0 5 77 6 90 2 83 9 6 3 8 0 9 2 8 6 0 6 M14 19 or 22 107 9 125 5 116 7 8 8 11 0 12 8 11 9 0 9 123 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 102: ...machine indoors in a dry area that is protected 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...

Page 103: ...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 valve position A Check the fuel system A Clean the element Engine stops suddenly A Insufficient fuel A Check the fuel valve position A Refuel A Bleed the fuel system if necessary Exhaust fumes are colored Black...

Page 104: ... 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 r...

Page 105: ...d air to correct pressure A Anti scalp rollers not adjusted correctly A Adjust anti scalp rollers A Wheels pressure not adjusted correctly A Set both tire pressures to the correct pressure See TIRES in TIRES AND WHEELS section Blades scalping grass A Cutting height too low A Raise cutting height A Turning speed too fast A Reduce speed on turns A Ridges in terrain A Change mowing pattern A Rough or...

Page 106: ... loads down machine A Engine r p m too low A Mow at full throttle check and reset engine r p m A Ground speed too fast A Slow down A Debris wrapped around mower spindles A Clean mower A Front of deck lower than rear A Adjust deck See MOWER DECK LEVEL in ADJUSTMENT section Trouble Cause Remedy ...

Page 107: ...cedure in EN ISO 5395 1 2013 The level when in use is dependent on the operating environment driving style and condition of the machine Take steps to reduce vibration eg correct tire pressure reducing speed over rough ground Model Engine max speed Sound pressure at the operator s position Uncertainty K ZD326 EU 2 with RCK60P 326Z EU 2 3420 min rpm 90 0 dB A 2 0 dB A ZD326 EU 2 with RCK60R 326Z EU ...

Page 108: ...23 Hydraulic Oil Filter 64 Immediately Stop the Engine if 14 Inflation Pressure 33 Inflation Pressure 47 Injection Pump 68 Intake Air Line 69 Key Switch 13 LEVEL MOWER DECK Front to Rear 78 LEVEL MOWER DECK Side to Side 77 Lubricating All Grease Fittings 48 Lubricating Oil for New Machines 19 Machine Break in 19 MAXIMUM SPEED FORWARD 75 Motion Control Lever 24 MOTION CONTROL LEVER ALIGNMENT 75 MOT...

Page 109: ... This machine complies with the essential health and safety requirements relating to design and construction of machinery according to EC directive 2006 42 EC and conform to the directive 2000 14 EC amended by 2005 88 EC ANNEX VI and also complied with the electromagnetic compatibility according to EC directive 2014 30 EU Cette machine est conforme aux exigences essentielles de santé et de sécurit...