Kubota BX1870, Operator'S Manual

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57 PERIODIC SERVICE
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 6.5 amperes.
2. A boost charge is only for emergencies. It will partially
charge the battery at a high rate and in a short time.
When using a boost-charged battery, it is necessary to
recharge the battery as early as possible.
Failure to do this will shorten the battery's service life.
3. When the specific gravity of electrolyte is between
1.27 and 1.29 the charging is completed.
C
Battery for storage
1. When storing the tractor for a long period, remove the
battery from tractor, adjust the electrolyte 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 three months in hot seasons
and once every six months in cold seasons.
B
Cleaning Air Cleaner Element
To avoid personal injury:
A
Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key
before cleaning air cleaner element.
1. Remove the air cleaner cover and the element.
(1) Undo the hook.
(2) Turn the cover clockwise and detach it.
2. Clean the 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 205kPa (2.1kgf/
, 30psi).
(2) When carbon or oil adheres to the element, soak
the element in detergent for 15 minutes then wash
it several times in water, rinse with clean water
and dry it naturally. After element is fully dried,
inspect inside of the element with a light and
check if it is damaged or not. (referring to the
instructions on the label attached to the case.)
3. Replace air cleaner element:
Once yearly or after every sixth cleaning, whichever
comes first.
A Checked 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
Align the arrow marks when reinstalling the cover. If
the cover is improperly fitted, dust passes by the baffle
and directly adheres to the element.
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.
(1) Element
(2) Cover
(3) Evacuator valve