Kubota M5-091, Operator'S Manual

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31 OPERATING THE TRACTOR
OPERATING THE TRACTOR
OPERATING NEW TRACTOR
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". The manner in which the
tractor is handled during the "breaking-in" period greatly
affects the life of your tractor.
Therefore, to obtain the maximum performance and the
longest life of the tractor, it is very important to properly
break-in your tractor. In handling a new tractor, the
following precautions should be observed.
B Do not Operate the Tractor at Full Speed
for the First 50 Hours.
A
Do not start quickly nor apply the brakes suddenly.
A
In winter, operate the tractor after fully warming up the
engine.
A
Do not run the engine at speeds faster than
necessary.
A On rough roads, slow down to suitable speeds. Do not
operate the tractor at fast speed.
The above precautions are not limited only to new
tractors, but to all tractors. But it should be especially
observed in the case of new tractors.
B
Changing Lubricating Oil for New Tractors
The lubricating oil is especially important in the case of a
new tractor. The various parts are not "broken-in" and are
not accustomed to each other; small metal grit may
develop during the operation of the tractor; and this may
wear out or damage the parts. Therefore, care should be
taken to change the lubricating oil a little earlier than
would ordinarily be required.
For further details of change interval hours.
(See "MAINTENANCE" section.)
BOARDING AND LEAVING THE TRACTOR
1. Never try to get on or off a moving tractor or jump off
the tractor to exit.
2. Face the tractor when getting into or out of the tractor.
Do not use the controls as hand holds to prevent
inadvertent machine movements.
3. Always keep steps and floor clean to avoid slippery
conditions.
OPERATING FOLDABLE ROPS
To avoid personal injury or death:
A
When raising or folding the ROPS, apply
parking brake, stop the engine and remove the
key.
Always perform function from a stable position
at the rear of tractor.
A
Fold the ROPS down only when absolutely
necessary and fold it up and lock it again as
soon as possible.
A
Before proceeding to fold ROPS, check for any
possible interference with installed
implements and attachments.
If interference occurs, contact your KUBOTA
Dealer.
B
To Fold the ROPS
1. Remove both set bolts.
(1) Set bolt