4. Checking the operator presence
control
Check if the engine shuts off when you stand up from
the operator's seat.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury or death:
• Do not allow anyone near the tractor while
testing.
• If the tractor does not pass the test, do not
operate the tractor.
Preparing for the checking
1. Set all control levers in the “NEUTRAL” position.
2. Set the parking brake and stop the engine.
[Manual transmission type]
(1) PTO gear shift lever
[HST type]
(1) PTO clutch control switch
1. Sit on the operator's seat.
2. Start the engine.
3. Engage the PTO.
• [Manual transmission type] Set the PTO gear-
shift lever in the “ON” position.
• [HST type] Set the PTO clutch-control switch to
“ON.”
4. Stand up.
Do not get off the machine.
5. Make sure that the engine shuts off after
approximately 2 second.
6. If the engine does not stop, consult your local
Kubota Dealer for servicing the operator's seat.
5. Checking the wheel bolt torque
WARNING
To avoid personal injury or death:
• Never operate the tractor with a loose rim,
wheel, or axle.
• Any time that the bolts and nuts are loosened,
retighten them to the specified torque.
• Check all bolts and nuts frequently and keep
them tight.
1. Check the wheel bolts and nuts regularly especially
when they are new.
2. If the bolts and nuts of the wheels are loose, tighten
them as follows.
(1) Bolt (front wheel) (2) Bolt (rear wheel)
Tightening torque
(1) Bolt (front wheel)
137.0 N⋅m
(14 kgf⋅m)
[100 lbf⋅ft]
(2) Bolt (rear wheel)
215.0 N⋅m
(22 kgf⋅m)
[160 lbf⋅ft]
SERVICE EVERY 100 HOURS
1. Cleaning the air cleaner element
IMPORTANT :
• The air cleaner uses a dry element. Never apply
oil.
• Do not operate the engine with filter element
removed.
Be sure to perform once every 1000 hours or yearly,
whichever comes first.
PERIODIC SERVICE SERVICE EVERY 50 HOURS