OPERATOR'S MANUAL KUBOTA MODELS B2301 B2601 1AGAEEIAP0010 READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL Kuboho
ABBREVIATION LIST Definitions Abbreviations 2WD 2-Wheel Drive 4WD 4-Wheel Drive API American Petroleum Institute ASABE American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers, USA ASTM American Society of Testing and Materials, USA DIN Deutsches Institut fur Normung, GERMANY DT Dual Traction [4WD] fpm Feet Per Minute Hi-Lo High Speed-Low Speed HST Hydrostatic Transmission m/s Meters Per Second PTO Power Take Off RH/LH Right-hand and left-hand sides are determined by facing in the
UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS As a guide to tlie operation of your tractor, various universal symbols have been utilized on the instruments and controls. The symbols are shown below with an indication of their meaning.
FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA Tractor. This tractor is a product of KUBOTA quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of fine materials and under a rigid quality control system. It will give you long, satisfactory service. To obtain the best use of your tractor, please read this manual carefully. It will help you become familiar with the operation of the tractor and contains many helpful hints about tractor maintenance.
ASAFE OPERATION A-1 SERVICING OF TRACTOR 1 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE 2 2 TRAVELING SPEEDS 4 IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS 5 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 7 PRE-OPERATION CHECK 9 DAILY CHECK OPERATING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE Block Heater (Option) 9 10 10 13 STOPPING THE ENGINE 13 WARMING UP 14 Warm-up Transmission Oil at Low Ambient Temperatures JUMP STARTING OPERATING THE TRACTOR OPERATING NEW TRACTOR Do not Operate the Tractor at Full Speed for the First 50 Hours Changing Lu
CONTENTS Fuel Gauge Coolant Temperature Gauge Hourmeter / Tachometer PARKING Parking OPERATING TECHNIQUES 26 26 27 27 27 28 Differential Lock 28 Operating the Tractor on a Road Operating on Slopes or Rough Terrain Transport the Tractor Safely 28 29 29 Directions for Use of Power Steering 29 Electrical Outlet 29 PTO PTO OPERATION 30 30 PTO Select Lever 30 PTO Clutch Lever 31 Stationary PTO 31 3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR 3-POINT HITCH 32 33 Selecting the holes of lifting rods and lower
CONTENTS MAINTENANCE 45 SERVICE INTERVALS 45 LUBRICANTS,FUEL AND COOLANT 47 PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD 50 50 Hood 50 Engine Side Cover 51 DAILY CHECK Walk Around Inspection Checking and Refueling Checking Engine Oil Level Checking Transmission Fluid Level Checking Coolant Level Cleaning Evacuator Valve Cleaning Grill and Radiator Screen Checking Brake Pedal Checking Gauges, Meter and Easy Checker(TM) Checking Head Light, Hazard Light etc Checking Seat Belt and ROPS Checking and Cle
CONTENTS EVERY 1 YEAR Replacing Air Cleaner Primary Element and Secondary Element EVERY 2 YEARS 67 67 67 Flushing Cooling System and Changing Coolant 67 Anti-Freeze 68 Replacing Radiator Hose (Water pipes) Replacing Fuel Hose Replacing Intake Air Line 69 69 69 SERVICE AS REQUIRED Bleeding Fuel System Draining Clutch Housing Water Replacing Fuse Replacing Light Bulb 69 69 69 70 70 STORAGE TRACTOR STORAGE REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE 71 71 71 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING 72 72
SAFE OPERATION A-1 SAFE OPERATION Careful operation is your best insurance against an accident. Read and understand this manual carefully before operating the tractor. 11. The narrower the tread, the greater the risk of a tractor upset. For maximum stability, adjust the wheels to the widest practical tread width for your application. (See "TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST" section.
A-2 SAFE OPERATION 7. Always use the seat belt if the tractor has a CAB or ROPS. Do not use the seat belt if a foldable ROPS is down or there is no ROPS. Check the seat belt regularly and replace if frayed or damaged. 5. Check before each use that operator presence controls are functioning correctly. Test safety systems. (See "Checking Engine Start System" in "EVERY 50 HOURS" in "PERIODIC SERVICE" section.) Do not operate unless they are functioning correctly. ♦ Working 1. Pull only from the drawbar.
SAFE OPERATION A-3 2. Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful eye of another responsible adult. 3. Be alert and shut your machine down if children enter the work area. 4. Never carry children on your machine. There is no safe place for them to ride. They may fall off and be run over or interfere with your control of the machine. 5. Never allow children to operate the machine even under adult supervision. 6. Never allow children to play on the machine or on the implement. 7.
A-4 SAFE OPERATION 10. Keep the ROPS in the "UP" position and wear the seat belt when driving the tractor on the road. Otherwise, you will not be protected in the event of a 3. Avoid parking on steep slopes, if at all possible park on a firm and level surface; if not, park across a slope with chock the wheels. Failure to comply with this warning may allow the tractor to move and could cause injury or death. tractor roll-over. 11. Do not operate an implement while the tractor is on the road.
SAFE OPERATION A-5 9. To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit, always disconnect the battery's ground cable (-) first and reconnect it last. ;© 1AGAEEIAP005A (1) 3-point hitch lowering speed i
A-6 SAFE OPERATION 15. Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure has sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing serious personal injury. Before disconnecting hydraulic lines, be sure to release all residual pressure. Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system, make sure that all connections are tight and that all lines, pipes, and hoses are free of damage. 1BAACAAAP010B 16. Fluid escaping from pinholes may be invisible.
SAFE OPERATION 7. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS (1) Part No. TA240-9848-2 A WARNING TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATH FROM ROLL-OVER: '6 (^) • Keep Roll-Over Protective Structures (ROPS) in the upright and lodged position. • Fasten SEAT BELT before operating. THERE IS NOOPERATOR PROTECTION WHEN THEROPS IS INTHEFOLDED POSITION: • Check the operating area and fold the ROPS only when absolutely necessary. • Do not wear SEAT BELT if ROPS is folded. • Raise and lock ROPS as soon as vertical clearance allows.
A-8 SAFE OPERATION (3) Part No. 6C430-4965-1 (1)Part No. 6C200-4959-1 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY: 1.Attach pulled or towed loads to the drawbar only. 2.Use the 3-polnt hitch only with equipment designed for 3-point hitch usage. AWARNING A WARNING TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY: 1. Keep PTO shield in place at all times. 2. Do not operate the PTO at speeds faster than the speed recommended by the implement manufacturer. 3.
SAFE OPERATION A-9 (1) Part No. 6C300-3012-2 33 W© FUMMA91.6S SWEU) &H1EU} eyes CHARGE DANGER •OUE TO HYDROGD^ GAS GENERATED m(M BATItRY. HANDLING WmOlTT CARE CAN CAUSE f 1R£ AKO 0(PLOSK)N. •THIS \2VBATTtPY ISCWIY m STAR1ING 9Bm. K) NOT APPLY THIS TFOROTHER USES. KEEPOin-OF?W£ •CHARGE THIS e^.HERY (^iLY AT ^NTIUI^ PLACES. AHD AVO!0 SHORTS ORSPARKS. BEACHOF CBilOREN •REFER 70 THE iKSTRUGTlON OFVSHIClE ORBATTERY BEFORE US3^G SOOSTER CABLE. SDIFUj?{C ACiO MAY CAUSE BLINDNESS ORSEVERE BURfi IN CA^ EYES.
A-10 SAFE OPERATION 8. 1. 2. 3. 4. CARE OF DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS Keep danger, warning and caution labels clean and free from obstructing material. Clean danger, warning and caution labels with soap and water, dry with a soft cloth. Replace damaged or missing danger, warning and caution labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA Dealer.
SERVICING OF TRACTOR SERVICING OF TRACTOR Your dealer is interested in your new tractor and has the desire to help you get the most value from it. After reading this manual thoroughly, you willfind that you can do some of the regular maintenance yourself. However, when in need of parts or major service, be sure to see your KUBOTA Dealer. For service, contact the KUBOTA Dealership from which you purchased your tractor or your local KUBOTA Dealer.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE Model PTO power kW (HP) B2301HSD B2601HSD 13.0 (17.5)* 14.5(19.5)* Maker KUBOTA Model D1105-E4-D32 D1005-E4-D32 Type E-TVCS, liquid cooled, 3-cylinder diesel Number of cylinders mm (in.) Bore and stroke Engine 3 Total displacement Engine gross power cc (cu.in.) kW (HP) 076x73.6(03.0x2.9) 078x78.4 (03.1x3.1) 1001 (61.1) 1123 (68.5) 16.4 (22)* 19.0 (25.
SPECIFICATIONS B2301HSD Model Hydraulic control system Hydraulic unit Position control L / min Pump capacity (gals / min) 31.4 (8.3) SAE Category 1 3-point hitch At lift points Max. lift force B2601HSD 24 in.behind lift point kg (lbs.) 820(1808) kg (lbs.) 640 (1411) SAE 1-3/8, 6 splines Rear-PTO PTO / Engine speed rpm 1 speed 540/2768 PTO USA No.
SPECIFICATIONS TRAVELING SPEEDS (At rated engine rpm) IVlodel B2301HSD Tire size (Rear) 9.5 -16 Farm / 33 x 12.5 -15 Turf /12 -16.5 Industry Range gear shift lever km / h mph Low 0 to 5.6 0 to 3.5 Middle 0 to 8.8 0 to 5.5 High Oto 19.1 Oto 11.8 Low 0 to 4.2 0 to 2.6 Middle 0 to 6.6 Oto 4.1 High Oto 14.3 0 to 8.9 Forward Reverse B2601HSD Model Tire size (Rear) Forward Reverse 33 X 12.5 -15 Turf /12 -16.5 Industry 11.
IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS The KUBOTA Tractor has been thoroughly tested for proper performance with implements sold or approved by KUBOTA. Use with implements which are not sold or approved by KUBOTA and which exceed the maximum specifications listed below, or which are otherwise unfit for use with the KUBOTA Tractor may result in malfunctions or failures of the tractor, damage to other property and injury to the operator or others.
IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS Implement B2301 Remarks B2601 Max. cutting width Max. weight cm (in.) kg (lbs.) 152 (60) 140 (300) Rotary-cutter Max. cutting width Max. weight (1 Blade) cm (in.) kg (lbs.) 122 (48) 204 (450) Rear-mount Max. cutting width (2 or 3 Blade) Max. weight cm (in.) kg (lbs.) 152 (60) 227 (500) Flail-mower Max. cutting width cm (in.) 122 (48) Sickle bar Max. cutting width cm (in.) 152 (60) Rotary tiller Max.tilling width Max. weight Slip clutch cm (in.) kg (lbs.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS 7 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Instrument Panel, Switches and Hand Controls © © (D 1AGAEEIAP008A ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Turn signal / Hazard light indicator. 20 (2) Coolant temperature gauge 26 (3) Hazard light switch 20 (4) Turn signal light switch 20 (5) Head light switch 20 (6) Parking brake lever 27 (7) Speed set lever 24 (8) Hourmeter / Tachometer. 27 (9) Easy Checker (TM) 25 (10) Fuel gauge 26 (11) Hand throttle lever.
8 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Foot and Hand Controls / gD (0) @ \ (® 11/ 1AGAEEIAP009A ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Brake pedal 21 (10) Cup holder — (2) Steering wheel tiltpedal 19 (11) Tool-box — (3) 3-Point hitch lowering speed knob 35 (12) Speed control pedal 24 (4) Differential lock pedal 28 (13) Loader lock lever 37 (5) Range gearshift lever (L-M-H) 22 (14) Loader control lever 37 (6) PTO clutch lever 31 (15) Front wheel drive lever 23 (7) PTO select
PRE-OPERATION CHECK PRE-OPERATION CHECK DAILY CHECK To prevent trouble from occurring, it is important to know the condition of the tractor well. Check it before starting. A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Be sure to check and service the tractor on a level surface with the engine shut off and the parking brake "ON" and implement lowered to the ground.
10 OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE A • • NOTE: • WARNING To avoid personal injury or deathi: Read "Safe Operation" in the front of tliis manual. Read tlie danger, warning and caution labels It is recommended that the operator practice engaging and disengaging the parking brake on a flat surface without the engine running before operating the tractor for the first time. located on tiie tractor.
OPERATING THE ENGINE 3. Place the speed set lever In "OFF" position. Place the speed control pedal In the "NEUTRAL" position. Place the range gear shift lever (L-M-H) In the "NEUTRAL" position. 4. 11 Lock the loader control lever In the "LOCK" position. n 1AGAEEIAP034B (1) Loader control lever (2) Lock lever 1AGAEEIAP009C (1) Range gear shift lever (L-M-H) (A) "OFF" (B) "ON" (2) Speed set lever (3) Speed control pedal (H) "HIGH" (M) "MIDDLE" (L) "LOW" (N) "NEUTRAL POSITION" 5.
12 OPERATING THE ENGINE ^ Check Easy Checker(TM) lamps: 6. Set the throttle lever to about 1/2 way. When the key is turned "ON", lamps (3) (4) should come on. Iftrouble should occur at any location while the engine is running, the indicator lamp corresponding to problem will turn "ON". 1AGAEEIAP008B (1) Hand throttlelever ^ "INCREASE" "DECREASE" 7. Insert the key into the key switch and turn it "ON".
OPERATING THE ENGINE 8. Turn the key to "PREHEAT" position and liold it for about 2 to 3 seconds. 13 STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. After slowing the engine to idle, turn the key to "OFF". For the appropriate preheating time, refer to the table 2. Remove the key. below: Temperature Preheating Time Over OX (32 T) 2 to 3 sec. 0to-5°C(32 to 23 °F) 5 sec. -5to-15°C(23to5°F) 10 sec. NOTE: • 9. Glow plug indicator (5) comes on while engine is being preheated.
14 OPERATING THE ENGINE WARMING UP JUMP STARTING A A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Be sure to set the parking brake during warmup. • Be sure to set all shift levers to the "NEUTRAL" positions and to place the PTO clutch lever in the "OFF" position during warm-up. For 5 minutes after engine start-up, allow the engine to warm up without applying any load, this is to allow oil to reach every engine part.
OPERATING THE ENGINE Use only same voltage for jump starting. Use of a higher voltage source on tractors electrical system could result in severe damage to tractor's electrical system. Use only matching voltage source when "Jump starting" a low or dead battery condition.
16 OPERATING THE TRACTOR OPERATING THE TRACTOR OPERATING NEW TRACTOR OPERATING FOLDABLE ROPS How a new tractor is handled and maintained determines the life of the tractor. A new tractor just off the factory production line has been, of course, tested, but the various parts are not accustomed to each other, so care should be taken to operate the tractor for the first 50 hours at a slower speed and avoid excessive work or operation until the various parts become "broken-in.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR 2. 17 Fold the ROPS. A •To Raise the ROPS to Upright Position 1. Remove both hair pins and set bolts. CAUTION To avoid personal injury: • Hold the ROPS tightly with both hands and fold the ROPS slowly and carefully. 1AGAEEFAP021A (1) Set bolt (2) Hairpin 2. Raise ROPS to the upright position, maintain a hold on 1AGAECDAP040B the ROPS. (1) ROPS 3. Insert both set bolts and secure them with the hair pins.
18 OPERATING THE TRACTOR •Adjustment of Foldable ROPS • Adjust free fall of the ROPS upper frame regularly. • If you feel less friction in folding the ROPS, tighten the nut (1) until you feel the right friction in the movement. STARTING 1. Adjusting the operator's position. NOTE: • The seat and suspension should be adjusted to ensure that the controls are comfortably at hand for the operator, ensuring that the operator maintains a good posture and minimizes risks from whole body vibration.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR ^ Armrest angle adjustment The armrest angle can be adjusted by the bolts (socket size 7/16 inch). 19 •Tilt Steering Adjustment A CAUTION To avoid personal injury: • Do not adjust the steering wheel while the tractor is in motion. Press down the steering wheel pedal, to release the lock so the steering wheel can be adjusted to one of three desired positions.
20 OPERATING THE TRACTOR 2. Selecting light switch positions. • Head Light I Turn Signal / Hazard Light Switch ♦ Head Light Switch (A) OFF....Head light OFF. (B)|0 Head lightON. ♦ Hazard Liglit 1. When hazard light switch is pushed, the hazard lights flash, along with the L/H and R/H indicators on the instrument panel. 2. Push hazard light switch again to turn off the hazard lights. ♦ Turn Signal with Hazard Light Switch On 1.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR •Tractor Lights (1)Head light (2) Turn signal / Hazard light (3) Tail light 21 3. Checking the brake pedal. • Brake Pedals (Right and Left) A WARNING To avoid personal injury or deatli: • Applying only one rear wheel brake at high speeds could cause the tractor to swerve or roll-over. A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • An accident may occur if the tractor is suddenly braked, such as by heavy towed loads shifting forward or loss of control.
22 OPERATING THE TRACTOR 4. Raise the implement. (See "HYDRAULIC UNIT" section) 5. Selecting the Travel Speed. • Range Gear Shift Lever (L-M-H) The range gear shift can only be shifted when tractor is completely stopped. IMPORTANT: • Do not force the range gear shift lever. If it is difficult to shift the range gear shift lever into the neutral position; (1) Depress the brake pedal firmly for several seconds.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR 6. Accelerate the Engine. IFront Wheel Drive Lever A 23 WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Do not engage the front wheel drive when traveling at road speed. • When driving on icy, wet or loose surfaces, make sure the tractor is correctly ballasted to avoid skidding and loss of steering control. Operate at reduced speed and engage front •Hand Throttle Lever Pulling the throttle lever back increases engine speed, and pushing it fonward decreases engine speed.
24 OPERATING THE TRACTOR 8. Depress the Speed Control Pedal. •Speed Control Pedal A •Speed Set Device A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Do not operate if the tractor moves on level ground with the operators foot off of Speed on the road. • Control Pedal. • WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Pull the speed set lever completely to the up position before starting the engine. • Do not use the speed set device when driving Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR 25 NOTE: • • • • If you step on the pedal on the forward acceleration side, the speed set device will disengage. The speed set device does not disengage when the individual right or left brake is applied. Speed set device will not operate in reverse.
26 OPERATING THE TRACTOR • Fuel Gauge •Coolant Temperature Gauge When the key switch is on, the fuel gauge indicates the fuel level. Be careful not to empty the fuel tank. Otherwise air may enter the fuel system. Should this happen, the system should be bled. (See "Bleeding Fuel System" in "SERVICE AS REQUIRED" in "PERIODIC SERVICE" section) A WARNING To avoid personal Injury or death: • Do not remove radiator cap until coolant temperature is well below its boiling point.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR 27 PARKING •Hourmeter I Tachometer This meter gives readings for engine speed, PTO sliaft speed and the hours the tractor has been operated. 1. The tachometer indicates the engine speed and the 540 PTO shaft speed location on the dial. 2. The hourmeter indicates in 5 digits the hours the tractor has been used; the last digit indicates 1/10 of an hour.
28 OPERATING THE TRACTOR OPERATING TECHNIQUES •Operating the Tractor on a Road I Differential Locl< A A WARNING WARNING To avoid personal injury or death due to loss of steering control: • Do not operate the tractor at high speed with differential lock engaged. • Do not attempt to turn with the differential lock engaged. • To avoid personal injury or death: • To help assure straight line stops when driving at transport speeds, lock the brake pedals together.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR •Operating on Slopes or Rough Terrain A WARNING • Electrical Outlet An electrical outlet is supplied for use with implement and electrical equipment. To avoid personal Injury or death: • Always back up when going up a steep slope. Driving forward could cause the tractor to tip over backward. Stay off hills and slopes too steep for safe operation. • Avoid changing gears when climbing or descending a slope. • If operating on a slope, never disengage shift levers to neutral.
30 PTO PTO ♦ IMid-PTO To use Mid-PTO, shift the PTO select lever to Mid-PTO PTO OPERATION A position and the PTO clutch lever to the "ON" position. WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Before operation, be sure to select the correct PTO lever (mid, mid/rear, rear). A NOTE: • The Mid-PTO is available for KUBOTA approved implements.
PTO 31 • PTO Clutch Lever •stationary PTO 1. The PTO clutch lever engages or disengages the PTO clutch which gives the PTO independent control. 2. Shift the lever to "ON" to engage the PTO clutch. Shift the lever to "OFF" to disengage the PTO clutch. To park the tractor and use the PTO system (for chipper or pump, for example), start the PTO system in the following steps. 1. Apply the parking brake and place blocks at the tires. 2. Make sure the shift levers are at NEUTRAL, and start the engine. 3.
32 3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR 3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR @ @ w 1AGAEEIAP014A (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) Top link Top link holder Lifting rod (Left) Telescopic stabilizers Lower link Lifting rod (Right) Drawbar
3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR 3-POINT HITCH 1. Make preparations for attaching implement. •Selecting the holes of lifting rods and lower links There are 2 holes in the lower links. For most operations the lifting rods should be attached to the (A) holes. 33 • Drawbar Remove the drawbar if a close mounted implement is being attached. 2. Attaching and detaching implements A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key.
34 3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR •Telescopic Stabilizers Adjust the telescopic stabilizers to control horizontal sway of the implement. Select the proper set of holes by referring to the "Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference Chart" in "AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS" in "HYDRAULIC UNIT" section.
HYDRAULIC UNIT 35 HYDRAULIC UNIT 3-POINT HITCH CONTROL SYSTEM A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Before using the 3-point hitch controls, ensure that no person or object is in the area of the implement or 3-point hitch. Do not stand on or near the implement or between the implement and tractor when operating the 3-point hitch controls. •3-point Hitch Lowering Speed A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Fast lowering speed may cause damage or injury.
36 HYDRAULIC UNIT AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS Hydraulic outlet (rear) is provided on the tractor. • Hydraulic Block Type Outlet Hydraulic block type outlet is useful when adding hydraulically operated equipment such as front end DUAL REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM The tractor is equipped with the double-acting 2-segment hydraulic control valve for the front loader. To apply the hydraulic power take-off for general attachments, keep the following point in mind. loader, front blade, etc.
HYDRAULIC UNIT 37 IMPORTANT: • • To avoid damage of the attachments: Do not connect attachments through the hydraulic motor to the [C] and [D] ports. If the control lever is moved to the Regeneration position (R1), the seals on the hydraulic motor will be damaged. This control valve is provided with the Regeneration position.
38 HYDRAULIC UNIT • Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference Chart in order to handle the hydraulics properly, the operator must be familiar with the following. Though this information may not be applicable to all types of implements and soil conditions, it is useful for general conditions.
TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST TIRES WHEEL ADJUSTMENT A WARNING A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Do not attempt to mount a tire on a rim. This should be done by a qualified person with the proper equipment. • Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate tires above the recommended pressure shown in the operator's manual. IMPORTANT: • Do not use tires other than those approved by KUBOTA.
40 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST • Front Wheels Front tread width can not be adjusted. • Rear Wheels Rear tread width can not be adjusted. IMPORTAIMT: • Do not turn front discs to obtain wider tread. IMPORTANT: In setting up the front wheels, make sure that the inflation valve stem of the tires face outward.
TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST 41 [Wheels without beveled or tapered holes] • Use the flat side of the lug nut. Make sure to apply the •Treads spring washer. ♦ Front [USA models] Tire 6-12 Farm Models Tread LA- B2301 800 mm (31.5 in.) 1AGAEBCAP106J 1AGAEBCAP155A (1) Lug nut (2) Spring washer A 7-12 WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Before jacking up the tractor, park it on a firm and level ground and chock the front wheels. • Fix the front axle to keep it from swinging.
42 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST ♦ Rear [Except USA models] Tire Models [USA models] Tread Tire Models Tread 900 mm (35.4 in.) 6-12 Farm B2301 9.5-16 LA-. Farm B2301 795 mm 1AGAEBCAP112G 1AGAEBMAP027D (31.3 in.) 950 mm (37.4 in.) 11.2-16 Farm 7-12 Farm B2601 B2601 1AGAEBMAP027E 815 mm 1AGAEBCAP112H 950 mm (32.1 in.) (37.4 in.) 33x 12.5-15 Turf 22x8.50- 12 Turf B2301 B2601 B2301 1AGAEBMAP028D 950mm (37.4in.) 835 mm 1AGAEBCAP113D (32.9 in.) 31x 15.
TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST [Except USA models] Tire Models Tread 900 mm (35.4 in.) 9.5-16 Farm B2301 1AGAEBMAP032C 920 mm (36.2 in.) 9.5-18 Farm 82601 1AGAEBMAP032D 970 mm 38.2 in. 31x 13.515 B2301 Turf 1AGAEBMAP033C 970 mm (38.2 in.
44 TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST BALLAST A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Additional ballast will be needed for transporting heavy implements. When the implement is raised, drive slowly over rough ground, regardless of how much ballast is • Rear Ballast Add weight to rear wheels if needed to improve traction or for stability. The amount of rear ballast should be matched to job and the ballast should be removed when it is not needed.
MAINTENANCE 45 MAINTENANCE SERVICE INTERVALS Indication on hour meter No.
46 MAINTENANCE Indication on hour meter No. Items Interval 50 Radiator 16 Check 150 200 250 300 o 350 400 450 500 o 550 600 650 700 o 800 O every Replace Check 2 year o o o o o o o o every 2 year o o o o 60 every 200 Hr 69 *3 63 Intake air line @ every Replace 20 every 100 Hr 69 @ Check 19 63 Fuel line Replace 18 every 200 Hr Ref.
MAINTENANCE 47 LUBRICANTS,FUEL AND COOLANT Capacities No. Locations Lubricants B2301/B2601 1 Fuel 23 L (6.1 U.S.gals.) 2 Coolant (with recovery tank) 3.8 L (4.0 U.S.qts.) No. 2-D SI5 diesel fuel No. 1-D S15 diesel fuel if temperature is below -10°C(14°F) Fresh clean soft water with anti-freeze • Engine oil: Refer to next page. Above 25r (77T) 3 Engine crankcase (with filter) SAE30. SAE10W-30 or 15W-40 3.1 L(3.3 U.S.qts.
48 MAINTENANCE For North American market NOTE: ♦ Engine Oil: • Oil used in the engine should have an American Petroleum Institute (API) service classification and Proper SAE Engine Oil according to the ambient temperatures as shown above: Refer to the following table for the suitable API classification engine oil according to the engine type (with internal EGR, external EGR or non-EGR) and the fuel.
MAINTENANCE 49 For other than North American market NOTE: ♦ Engine Oil: Oil used in the engine should have an American Petroleum Institute (API) service classification and Proper SAE Engine Oil according to the ambient temperatures as shown above: With the emission control now in effect, the CF-4 and CG-4 lubricating oils have been developed for use of a lowsulfur fuel on on-road vehicle engines.
50 PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD ♦ Close the hood 1. To close the hood, hold the hood and release the support rod. A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death from contact with moving parts; • Never open the hood or engine side cover while the engine is running. • Do not touch muffler or exhaust pipes while they are hot; Severe burns could result. • Support hood with other hand while unlocking support rod. • Hood ♦ Open the hood 1.
PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK • Engine Side Cover • Removing the side cover 1. Lift up the engine side cover and free the upper and lower projections. 2. 51 Pull the cover toward "B" and detach the notch. A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: Take the following precautions when checking the tractor. • • • • Park the machine on firm and level ground. Set the parking brake. Lower the implement to the ground. All residual pressure of the hydraulic system • Stop the engine and remove the key.
52 PERIODIC SERVICE IMPORTANT: • • • • Do not permit dirt or trash to get into the fuel system. Be careful not to let the fuel tank become empty, otherwise air will enter the fuel system, necessitating bleeding before next engine start. Be careful not to spill during refueling. If you should spill, wipe it off at once, or it may cause a fire. To prevent condensation (water) accumulation in the fuel tank, fill the tank before parking overnight. • Checking Transmission Fluid Level 1.
PERIODIC SERVICE • Checking Coolant Level 53 • Cleaning Evacuator Valve Open the evacuator valve to get rid of large particles of A WARNING dust and dirt. To avoid personal injury or death: • Do not remove radiator cap while coolant is hot. When cool, slowly rotate cap to the first stop and allow sufficient time for excess pressure to escape before removing the cap completely. 1. Check to see that the coolant level is between the "FULL" and "LOW" marks of recovery tank. 2.
54 PERIODIC SERVICE • Checking Brake Pedal 1. inspect the brake pedals for free travel, and smooth operation. 2. Adjust if incorrect measurement is found: (See "Adjusting Brake Pedal" in "EVERY 100 HOURS" in "PERIODIC SERVICE" section.) •Checking Gauges, Meter and Easy Checker(TM) 1. Inspect the instrument panel for broken gauge(s), meter(s) and Easy Checker(TM). 2. Replace if broken.
PERIODIC SERVICE 55 EVERY 50 HOURS • Lubricating Grease Fittings Apply a small amount of multipurpose grease to the following points every 50 hours: If you operated the machine in extremely wet and muddy conditions, lubricate grease fittings more often. 1AGAEEIAP041A (1) Grease fitting (Bral
56 PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 100 HOURS •Checking Battery Condition A DANGER To avoid the possibility of battery explosion; For the refillable type battery, follow the instructions below. • 1AGAEEIAP009E (1) (2) (3) (4) Range gear shift lever (L-M-H) PTO clutch lever Speed control pedal Operator's seat •Checking Wheel Bolt Torque A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Never operate tractor with a loose rim, wheel, or axle.
PERIODIC SERVICE 57 1AGAEEIAP006A 1AGAEEIAP006D (1) Battery (1) Battery (2) Indicator ^ How to read the indicator Check the battery condition by reading the indicator. State of indicator display ♦ Green Specific gravity of electrolyte and quality of electrolyte are both in good condition. Black Needs charging battery. White Needs replacing battery.
58 PERIODIC SERVICE •Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before cleaning air filter element. 1. Remove the air cleaner cover and primary element. 2. Clean the primary element: (1) When dry dust adheres to the element, blow compressed air from the inside, turning the element. Pressure of compressed air must be under 205 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm', 30 psi).
PERIODIC SERVICE 59 •Adjusting Fan Belt Tension A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Be sure to stop the engine before checking belt tension. Proper fan belt tension 1. 1AGAEBMAP042A (1) O ring (2) Filter element (3) Filter bowl 2. If dust, dirt or water enters the fuel system, the fuel pump and injection nozzles are subject to premature wear. To prevent this, be sure to clean the fuel filter bowl and element periodically. (0.28 to 0.35 in.
60 PERIODIC SERVICE •Adjusting Brake Pedal • Checking Fuel Line A 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. WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Stop the engine and chock the wheels before checking brake pedal. 30 to 40 mm on the pedal Proper brake pedal free travel Keep the free travel in the right and left brake pedals equal. 1. Release the parking brake. 2.
PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 200 HOURS • Replacing Engine Oil Filter A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Be sure to stop the engine before changing the oil filter cartridge. • Allow engine to cool down sufficiently, oil can 61 •Changing Engine oil A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Be sure to stop the engine before changing the oil. • Allow engine to cool down sufficiently, oil can be hot and can burn. be hot and can burn. 1. Remove the oil filter. 2.
62 PERIODIC SERVICE • Replacing Transmission Oil Filter [HST] 6. Make sure that the transmission fluid doesn't leak past the seal on the filter. A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Be sure to stop the engine before changing the oil filter cartridge. • Allow engine to cool down sufficiently, oil can be hot and can burn. 1. Place the oil pan underneath the transmission oil filter and remove the filter. Do not remove the hydraulic oil filter. Otherwise, the oil comes out.
PERIODIC SERVICE •Checking Radiator IHose and Clamp A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key before checking radiator hose and clamp. • Allow engine and coolant to cool down sufficiently before checking. • Checking Intake Air Line 1. Check to see that hoses and hose clamps are tight and not damaged. 2. If hoses and clamps are found worn or damaged, replace or repair them at once.
64 PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 400 HOURS •Adjusting Toe-in 1. Park tractor on a flat place. 2. Turn steering wheel so front wheels are in the straight ahead position. 3. Lower the implement, lock the park brake and stop the engine. 4. Measure distance between tire beads at front of tire, • Changing Transmission Fluid A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death; • Allow engine to cool down sufficiently, oil can be hot and can burn. hub height. 5.
PERIODIC SERVICE IMPORTANT: • • If the 3-point hitch can not be raised by setting the hydraulic control lever to the UP position after long term storage or when changing the transmission oil, turn steering wheel to the right and left several times to bleed air from the system. Do not operate the tractor immediately after changing 65 • Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death; • Be sure to stop the engine before changing the oil filter cartridge.
66 PERIODIC SERVICE •Adjusting Front Axle Pivot [4WD] A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Park the tractor on a flat place. • Lower the implement, lock the parking brake and stop the engine. € If the front axle pivot pin adjustment is not correct, front wheel vibration can occur causing vibration in the steering wheel. ♦ 1AGAEEAAP030C (1) Oil inlet (2) Dipstick (A) Oil level is acceptable within this range 7.
PERIODIC SERVICE •Changing Front Axle Case Oil 1. Park the tractor on a firm, flat and level surface. 2. To drain the used oil, remove the right and left drain plugs and filling plug at the front axle case and drain the oil completely into the oil pan. 3. After draining, reinstall the drain plugs. 4. Fill with new oil up to the upper notch on the dipstick.
68 PERIODIC SERVICE •Anti-Freeze A WARNING To avoid personal injury or deathi: • When using antifreeze, put on some protection such as rubber gloves (Antifreeze contains poison.)• If it is swallowed, seek immediate medical help. Do NOT make a person throw up unless told to do so by poison control or a health care professional. Use standard first aid and CPR for signs of shock or cardiac arrest. Call your local Poison Control Center or your local emergency number for further assistance.
PERIODIC SERVICE 5. Adding the LLC (1) Add only water if the mixture reduces in amount by evaporation. (2) Ifthere is a mixture leak, add the LLC of the same manufacturer and type in the same mixture percentage. ^ Never add any long-life coolant of different manufacturer. (Different brands may have different additive components, and the engine may fail to perform as specified.) 6. When the LLC is mixed, do not employ any radiator cleaning agent. The LLC contains anticorrosive agent.
70 PERIODIC SERVICE ♦ Protected circuit • Replacing Fuse The tractor electrical system is protected from potential damage by fuses. A blown fuse indicates that there is an overload or short somewhere in the electrical system. If any of the fuses should blow, replace with a new one of the same capacity. liVIPORTANT: • Before replacing a blown fuse, determine why the fuse blew and make any necessary repairs. Failure to follow this procedure may result in serious damage to the tractor electrical system.
STORAGE A WARNING To avoid personal injury or death: • Do not clean the machine while the engine is running. • To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning, do not operate the engine in a closed building without proper ventilation. • When storing, remove the key from the key switch to avoid unauthorized persons from operating the tractor and getting injured. TRACTOR STORAGE If you intend to of time, follow procedures will with minimum necessary. 2.
72 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING If something is wrong with the engine, refer to the table below for the cause and its corrective measure. Countermeasure Cause Trouble • No fuel flow. • Check the fuel tank and the fuel filter. Replace filter if necessary. • Air or water is in the fuel system. • • Check to see if the fuel line coupler bolt and nut are tight. Bleed the fuel system.
OPTIONS OPTIONS Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further detail. • • Rear Work Light. High visibility for night work.
74 APPENDICES APPENDICES INDEX Fuel Injection Nozzle Injection Pressure 67 3-point Hitch Lowering Speed 35 Air Cleaner Primary Element 58 Air Cleaner Primary Element and Secondary Fuel Line 60 Fuel System 69 Element Anti-Freeze Battery Condition Block Heater (Option) Fuse 70 67 Gauges, Meter and Easy Checker(TM) 54 68 Grill and Radiator Screen 53 56 13 Hand Throttle Lever 23 Brake Pedal 54 Brake Pedal 60 Brake Pedals (Right and Left) 21 Control Lever and Hydraulic Hose Connection
APPENDICES Speed Set Device Stationary PTO Stopping Telescopic Stabilizers Tilt Steering Adjustment 24 31 25 34 19 To Fold the ROPS 16 To Raise the ROPS to Upright Position 17 Toe-in 64 Top Link Tractor Lights 33 21 Transmission Fluid 64 Transmission Fluid Level 52 Transmission Oil Filter [HST] Transport the Tractor Safely 62 29 Treads 41 Valve Lock 37 Walk Around Inspection 51 Warm-up Transmission Oil at Low Ambient Temperatures 14 Wheel Bolt Torque 56 75
KUBOTA Corporation is — Since its inception in 1890, KUBOTA Corporation has grown to ranl< as one of the major firms in Japan. To achieve this status, the company has through the years diversified the range of its products and services to a remarkable extent. Nineteen plants and 16,000 employees produce over 1,000 different items, large and small. All these products and all the services which accompany them, however, are unified by one central commitment.
Kubofo KUBOTA TRACTOR CORPORATION 3401 Del Amo Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503, U.S.A. Telephone : (310)370-3370 rn Division : 1175 S. Guild Avc., Lodi, CA 95240 Telephone : (209)334-9910 3l Division : 14855 FAA Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76155 Telephone : (817)571-0900 3rn Division : 6300 at One Kubota Way, Groveport, OH 43125 Telephone : (614)835-1100 east Division : 1025 Northbrook Parkway, Suwanee, GA 30024 Telephone : (770)995-8855 KUBOTA CANADA LTD.
