Kubota BX1870, Operator'S Manual

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53 PERIODIC SERVICE
A Panel and radiator screen must be clean from debris
to prevent engine from overheating and to allow good
air intake for air cleaner.
A
Be sure to reinstall the panel on the pillar completely
to prevent the invasion of dust.
A Be sure to stop the engine to avoid personal injury and
to allow good air intake for air cleaner.
B
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.)
B
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.
B
Checking Head Light, Hazard Light etc.
1. Inspect the lights for broken bulbs and lenses.
2. Replace if broken.
B
Checking Seat Belt and ROPS
1. Always check condition of seat belt and ROPS
attaching hardware before operating tractor.
2. Replace if damaged.
B
Checking and Cleaning of Electrical
Wiring and Battery Cables
To avoid personal injury:
A A loosened terminal or connector, or damaged
wire may affect the performance of electrical
components or cause short circuits. Leakage
of electricity could result in a fire hazard, a
dead battery or damage to electrical
components.
A
Replace damaged wires or connections
promptly.
A If a fuse blows soon after replacement, DO NOT
USE A LARGER THAN RECOMMENDED FUSE
OR BYPASS THE FUSE SYSTEM.
A
Many wiring connections are protected by
waterproof plugs, plug and unplug these
connections carefully and make sure they are
sealed correctly after assembly.
A
Accumulation of dust, chaff and spilled fuel
deposits around the battery, electrical wiring,
engine or exhaust system are fire hazards.
CLEAN THESE AREAS BEFORE STARTING
WORK.
To avoid premature electrical malfunctions DO
NOT APPLY high pressure water directly to
battery, wiring, connectors, electrical
components or instrument panel.
Inspect the following regularly:
1. Check wiring for chafed or cracked insulation.
2. Check wiring harness clamps. Replace if necessary.
3. Check connectors and terminals for looseness,
contamination or overheated (discolored)
connections.
4. Check instrument panel for correct operation of
switches and gauges.
Consult your KUBOTA Dealer regarding maintenance,
diagnosis and repair.
B
Checking Movable Parts
If any of the movable parts, such as levers and pedals, is
not smoothly moved because of rust or anything sticky, do
not attempt to force it into motion.
In the above case, remove the rust or the sticky thing, and
apply oil or grease on the relevant spot.
Otherwise, the machine may get damaged.