Kubota M7-132, Operator'S Manual

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6. Replace air cleaner primary element:
Once every 1000 hours or yearly, whichever comes
first.
(1) Housing service cover
(2) Latch
(3) Primary element
(4) Service handle (A) “PUSH DOWN”
NOTE :
• If the housing service cover doesn’t fit,
remove and recheck the primary element
position. The cover will be difficult to install
if the element isn’t installed correctly.
1.1 Cleaning pre-cleaner tubes
1. Check to see if the pre-cleaner tubes are blocked
with dust.
2. To clean the pre-cleaner tubes, remove the housing
service cover and leave the element installed (to
prevent dust from entering the air induction outlet).
Use a low volume of compressed air to gently blow
out the separator tubes.
(1) Pre-cleaner tubes
IMPORTANT :
• The air cleaner uses a dry element so never
apply oil.
• Do not run the engine with the filter element
removed.
• Do not touch the secondary element except in
cases where replacing is required.
1.2 Replacing secondary element
The secondary element should be replaced every 1000
hours or yearly, whichever comes first.
1. To remove the secondary element, use the plastic
handle on the face of the secondary element. Pull
the element toward the centre of the housing and
remove it. Ensure that the outlet tube sealing area
is clean and undamaged.
(1) Plastic handle
(2) Secondary element
2. Lubricating grease fittings
Apply a small amount of multipurpose grease to the
following points every 100 hours.
If you have been operating the machine in extremely
wet and muddy conditions, lubricate the grease fittings
more often.
(1) Grease fitting (front axle support)
EVERY 100 HOURS PERIODIC SERVICE
M7132, M7152, M7172
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