Kubota R430 Operator'S Manual Download

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SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATION TABLE

Model

R430

Type

Canopy

Operating weight

3080

Bucket capacity

0.38

Engine

Manufacturer

KUBOTA

Model

Water-cooled D1803-CR-TIE4-WL5

Horse power

SAE J1995

kW/rpm
(HP/rpm)

35.5/2600

(47.6/2600)

SAE J1349

kW/rpm
(HP/rpm)

33.2/2600

(44.5/2600)

Number of cylinders

Displacement

1826

Starter

V/kW

12/1.4

Battery

V/kW

12/52

Dimensions

Overall length

4265

Overall width (without bucket)

1520

Overall height

2515

Min. ground clearance

280

Wheel base

1775

Tread

1180

Angle of articulation

Deg

40 each

Angle of oscillation

Deg

8 each

Turning radius (w/QC bucket)

3665

Bucket

Hinge pin height

2805

Dump height (w/teeth)

2150

Reach fully raised (w/teeth)

805

Tipping load

Straight (ISO 14397-1)

kg (kN)

2010 (19.7)

Full turn (ISO 14397-1)

kg (kN)

1734 (17.0)

Rated operating capacity (ISO 14397-1)

kg (kN)

868 (8.5)

Breakout force (ISO 14397-2)

kgf (kN)

2661 (26.1)

Traveling

Drive system

4WD

Tire

12.5/70-16-8PR

Traveling speed

Forward

km/h

0 to 20

Reverse

km/h

0 to 20

Traction force

kgf (kN)

2488 (24.4)

Auxiliary

Max. flow rate (theoretical)

L/min

42.1

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SPECIFICATION TABLE

SPECIFICATIONS

R430

Summary of Contents for R430

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Page 2: ...RMANY German Institute for Standardization European Standard Falling Objects Protective Structures International Organization for Standaridization Japanese Industry Standard Load Sensing Transmission Militaly Standard Roll Over Protective Structures Revolutions Per Minute Revolutions Per Second Society of Automotive Engineers USA Slow Moving Vehicle ABBREVIATION LIST R430 English Australia AX L 2 ...

Page 3: ...arator fill up Horn Engine Warning Coolant Temperature LST Temperature LST Oil Pressure Diesel Fuel Hydraulic Oil Low Travel Speed High Travel Speed Parking Brake Neutral Travel Forward Travel Backward Read the Operating Instructions Lock Unlock Bucket Up Bucket Down Bucket Tilt Bucket Dump Bucket Float Working Light High beam Hazard Switch Hazard Turn signal Clearance light Rotary Beacon Display ...

Page 4: ...ors and dealers will have the most up to date information Please do not hesitate to consult with them IMPORTANT NOTE Gives helpful information DANGER WARNING CAUTION Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially h...

Page 5: ...ock 32 CHECKS FOR THE INDICATORS 34 1 Battery charge indicator 34 2 Engine oil pressure warning indicator 34 3 Grow plug indicator 34 4 Water separator filled up indicator 35 5 LCD for normal operation 35 5 1 Fuel gauge 35 5 1 1 How to use the fuel level audible indication switch 36 5 2 Coolant temperature gauge 36 5 3 Hour meter 36 5 4 Engine tachometer 36 6 LCD for warning 37 6 1 Engine oil pres...

Page 6: ... THE MACHINE 48 OPERATION OF THE LIFT ARM AND THE BUCKET 49 1 Control lever 49 2 Auto leveler option 49 2 1 Adjusting the auto leveler 50 3 Bucket level indicator 50 AUXILIARY PORT OPERATION 50 1 Precautions for auxiliary port operation 50 2 Auxiliary port lever 50 RELEASING THE PRESSURE TRAPPED IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 51 MULTI COUPLER TO ATTACH THE FRONT ATTACHMENT 51 1 Mechanical multi coupler 5...

Page 7: ...chine 72 15 Draining the water separator 72 16 Cleaning the evacuator valve 73 17 Checking the dust indicator 73 18 Checking and tightening the loose bolts and the nuts 74 19 Checking the electrical wiring for short circuits and loose terminals 74 20 Checking the lamps and the instruments 74 21 Testing the horn 74 22 Checking the machine for leaks 74 23 Checking and cleaning after operating in mud...

Page 8: ...eplacing the fuel hoses and the clamps 86 2 Changing the coolant 86 3 Replacing the intake air line 87 4 Replacing the rubber piping related oil separator 87 5 Replacing the intake hose and intercooler hose 87 6 Replacing the EGR cooler hose 87 7 Replacing the radiator hoses water pipes 87 SERVICE AS REQUIRED 87 1 Replacing and repairing the electrical system 87 1 1 Replacing the fuses 87 1 2 Repl...

Page 9: ...INDEX 105 R430 5 ...

Page 10: ...6 R430 ...

Page 11: ...machine give instruction to the operator on safe and correct use of the machine and make sure that the operator reads and understands the Operator s Manual for the machine Inspect your seat belt daily for signs of fraying wear or other weakness that could endanger your safety Do not use the loader bucket or an attachment to lift or carry a person Do not use the bucket or any other working attachme...

Page 12: ...s low as possible to avoid tipping over Be extremely careful when working on inclines Operation on slopes can be dangerous Rain snow gravel soft ground and so on will change the ground conditions Do not operate the machine in questionable ground conditions If operating on a slope or ramp always slow down travel straight up and down the incline and not across Keep the bucket as low as possible If y...

Page 13: ...lf When operating the machine obey all safety signals and traffic signs Use the brake when the machine begins to accelerate by itself If the engine should stall on a slope apply the brake to hold the machine in a present position and then set the parking brake switch to the parking position lower the bucket to the ground to prepare for the next start When operating over an obstacle such as a rock ...

Page 14: ... degrees to 15 degrees When loading or unloading the machine on or from a truck keep the bucket about 40 cm up from the ground and reverse the machine at low speed to load it or advance it at the same speed to unload it It is dangerous to alter the direction once already on the ramps If direction needs correction bring the machine down off the ramps first and make the directional correction If you...

Page 15: ...d to replace the filter just after stopping the engine Wait for the engine to cool Do not allow an unauthorized person to service or maintain the machine Do not perform any work or equipment that is not authorized Do not try to do any repairs that you do not understand Follow the Maintenance and Service procedures Service or check the machine after it has completely cooled off Do not touch the muf...

Page 16: ...ally invisible Do not use the bare hand for checking on possible leakages Always use a piece of wood or cardboard It is strongly recommended to use a face mask or eye protection Should injuries occur with leaking hydraulic fluid contact a doctor immediately This fluid can cause gangrene or serious allergic reactions 1 Cardboard 2 Hydraulic line 3 Magnifying glass Towing in case of problems If the ...

Page 17: ... and injectors on engines with high pressure common rail fuel system To avoid hazardous high voltage turn the key switch to the off position if it is necessary to check to repair the computer harness or connectors Keep the wheel loader away from people animals or structures which may be susceptible to harm or damage from hot exhaust gases Fire prevention Wheel loader and some attachments equip com...

Page 18: ...re loose or frayed before operating the machine Clean all electrical connections and tighten all electrical connections as necessary Inspect the exhaust system daily for any signs of leakage Check for broken pipes and muffler and also for loose or missing bolts nuts and clamps If you find any exhaust leaks or fractured parts please take machine to your dealer for repairs Always keep a multipurpose...

Page 19: ...SAFETY LABELS SAFE OPERATION R430 15 ...

Page 20: ...SAFE OPERATION 16 R430 ...

Page 21: ...SAFE OPERATION R430 17 ...

Page 22: ...SAFE OPERATION 18 R430 ...

Page 23: ...SAFE OPERATION R430 19 ...

Page 24: ...e damaged or missing safety labels with new safety labels from your local KUBOTA dealer If a component with safety label s affixed is replaced with new part make sure that new safety label s is are attached in the same location s as the replaced component Mount new safety labels by applying on a clean dry surface and pressing any bubbles to outside edge SAFE OPERATION 20 R430 ...

Page 25: ...fication number of the wheel loader and the serial number of the engine Note the product identification number of the wheel loader and the serial number of the engine right away in the supplied lines Machine Product identification number Dealer s name To be filled in through the owner Date of purchase Model Serial No Engine 1 Product identification number and engine number label 2 Product identifi...

Page 26: ...her KUBOTA Corporation nor its affiliated companies provide warranty for any product which is re sold or retailed in any country other than the country for which the product s were designed or manufactured 2 Procedure for scrapping the wheel loader To put the wheel loader out of service correctly follow the local rules and regulations of the country or territory where you reside If you ask questio...

Page 27: ...earance mm 280 Wheel base mm 1775 Tread mm 1180 Angle of articulation Deg 40 each Angle of oscillation Deg 8 each Turning radius w QC bucket mm 3665 Bucket Hinge pin height mm 2805 Dump height w teeth mm 2150 Reach fully raised w teeth mm 805 Tipping load Straight ISO 14397 1 kg kN 2010 19 7 Full turn ISO 14397 1 kg kN 1734 17 0 Rated operating capacity ISO 14397 1 kg kN 868 8 5 Breakout force ISO...

Page 28: ...on the machine with std tires skid steer type quick coupler standard bucket and ROPS FOPS canopy Mean value and value for use on concrete roads are given for tipping load and operating capacity Specifications subject to change without notice 1 Operating weight is with 75 kg operator 73 kg mechanical quick coupler 137 kg general purpose bucket and fully served SPECIFICATIONS 24 R430 ...

Page 29: ...ucket 2 Bucket level indicator 3 Bell crank 4 Lift arm 5 Bucket cylinder 6 Lift cylinder 7 Steering wheel 8 Control lever 9 Engine hood 10 Fuel tank cover 11 Fuel tank 12 Front wheel 13 Rear wheel DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE PARTS MACHINE PARTS R430 25 ...

Page 30: ... 14 ROPS FOPS canopy 15 Head light 16 Turn signal light 17 Pre cleaner 18 Clearance light 19 Hydraulic oil tank MACHINE PARTS 26 R430 ...

Page 31: ...amp switch 3 User setting switch 4 Display selector switch 5 Parking brake switch 6 Light switch 7 Working light switch only for canopy 8 Turn signal switch 9 Starter switch 10 Travel speed switch 11 Electrical outlet SWITCHES INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS R430 27 ...

Page 32: ...e change lever lock knob 3 Shuttle change lever 4 Steering wheel 5 Brake pedal 6 Accelerator pedal 7 Control lever 8 Auxiliary port lever 9 Control lever lock knob 10 Auxiliary port lever lock knob INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS CONTROL PEDALS AND LEVERS 28 R430 ...

Page 33: ... 8 Fuel gauge 9 LST oil temperature warning indicator 10 LST charge pressure warning indicator 11 LCD 12 Low travel speed indicator 13 High travel speed indicator 14 Warning indicator 15 Engine warning indicator 16 Parking brake indicator 17 Forward backward and neu tral indicator 18 Periodic check indicator 19 Headlight indicator 20 Clearance light indicator 21 Hazard turn signal indicator INSTRU...

Page 34: ...d when parking the machine 1 When the parking brake switch is pressed the parking brake is applied and the mark on the instrument panel appears 2 When the parking brake switch is pressed again the parking brake is released and the mark on the instrument panel lights off 1 Parking brake switch 2 Starter switch STOP You can insert the starter key at the STOP position RUN When turning the starter key...

Page 35: ...n signal will blink Be sure to return the turn signal switch to the neutral position after the turn 1 Turn signal switch A To blink right turn signal B To blink left turn signal C Neutral position 5 Light switch Press the light switch to turn on the headlight and clearance light and instrument panel lights up 1 Light switch 6 Working light switch When pressing the working light switch with the sta...

Page 36: ...itch of the electronic meter and the LCD shows the hour meter for 15 seconds 8 1 Setting the clock 1 Press the user setting switch 2 Select the clock setting mode by pressing the display selector switch The clock setting request indicator on the instrument panel lights up 1 User setting switch 2 Display selector switch 3 Clock setting request indica tor NOTE Press the display selector switch for a...

Page 37: ...10 9 8 9 10 11 5 Set the day Press the user setting switch and the numeric setting will be smaller Press the display selector switch and the numeric setting will be larger A Blinking User setting switch Display selector switch 09 08 07 09 10 11 6 Change the AM PM system to the 24 hour system a Select the AM PM system or 24 hour system by pressing the display selector switch A Blinking 7 Set the ho...

Page 38: ...ne and check the fan belt NOTE If there is disconnection or failure in the charging system when the starter key is turned to RUN the following symbol will appear 1 Battery charge indicator 2 Engine oil pressure warning indicator The engine oil pressure warning indicator lights up due to failure of the lubricating system with the engine running When the starter switch is turned to RUN with the engi...

Page 39: ...ghts up drain the water separator according to Draining the water separator on page 72 1 Water separator filled up in dicator 5 LCD for normal operation 1 Coolant temperature gauge 2 LCD 3 Fuel gauge NOTE The LCD may be illegible when viewed from a certain angle The illegible condition is not a display failure 5 1 Fuel gauge WARNING To avoid personal injury or death Before adding the fuel be sure ...

Page 40: ...press the fuel level audible indication switch or leave as it is not refueling for a while The buzzer stops sounding Always refuel from grounded tank or system 1 Fuel level audible indication switch A Full B Empty 5 2 Coolant temperature gauge With the starter key at the RUN position the coolant temperature gauge indicates the cooling water temperature WARNING To avoid personal injury or death Do ...

Page 41: ... engine off the battery charge indicator lights up and the engine warning indicator blinks When the engine starts the battery charge indicator and the engine warning indicator go out 1 Battery charge indicator 2 Engine warning indicator red 3 Warning message A Lighting B Blinking If the battery charge indicator stays on with the engine running stop the engine and check the V belt See 76 1 V belt A...

Page 42: ...g indicator 3 Warning message A Blinking B Lighting CHECKS FOR THE SAFETY LEVERS AND THE APPLIANCE 1 Safety key start system Safety key start system is the safety system to prevent the machine from moving suddenly Set the parking brake switch to the parking position and the shuttle change lever to the neutral position before stopping the engine The safety key start system does not allow the engine...

Page 43: ...l injury or death Secure the steering frame lock before servicing hauling or transporting the machine 1 Steering frame lock IMPORTANT Store the steering frame lock securely after use 3 1 Attaching the steering frame lock 1 Align the front and rear frames 2 Shut off the engine and remove the starter key 3 Attach the steering frame lock with snap pins 4 If holes are not aligned move the steering whe...

Page 44: ... B Unlock 6 Auxiliary port lever lock knob Auxiliary port lever lock knob locks the auxiliary port lever WARNING To avoid personal injury or death When dismounting the machine or when servicing the machine be sure to set the parking brake stop the engine lower the bucket and the attachment to the ground and release the hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic system by operating control levers Lock all...

Page 45: ...arter avoid start ups of more than 10 sec When the engine does not start in 10 sec please wait 20 sec or more before restarting STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Insert the starter key into the starter switch and turn it to the RUN position 1 Starter switch A STOP B RUN C START The glow plug indicator will light up while the engine is preheated and will go out automatically after preheating is finished 2 Make...

Page 46: ... Conditions to stop the engine immediately If any following conditions should occur stop the engine immediately The engine rpm increases or decreases suddenly Sudden abnormal noises are heard Exhaust is black Warning indicator for engine oil lights up during operation IMPORTANT In the preceding cases check the machine and ask your local KUBOTA dealer to service STARTING THE ENGINE UNDER COLD CONDI...

Page 47: ...both machines in the neutral position 3 Wear eye protection and rubber gloves 4 Make sure that the vent caps are securely in place if equipped 5 Connect the terminal of the red jumper cable with the plus terminal of the low battery and connect the other end of the cable to the plus terminal of the auxiliary battery 6 Connect the black negative cable to the minus terminal of the auxiliary battery 7...

Page 48: ...nes take any possible movements of the wheel loader into consideration Unevenness of the ground or sloping the wheel loader can reduce the safe distance Wind can cause the overhead power lines to sway thus reducing the safe distance In case of a power cross over leave the danger zone with the wheel loader if possible by taking suitable measures If leaving the danger zone with the wheel loader is n...

Page 49: ...al seat adjustment lever up and move the operator s seat to the desired position by moving it forward or back 2 Then release the horizontal seat adjustment lever Spring adjustment operator s weight You can set the operator s seat to the weight of the operator using the spring adjustment knob Refer to the weight indicator when choosing your setting 1 Adjust the seat so that a comfortable cushioning...

Page 50: ...nd 3 Press the parking brake switch for releasing the parking brake When the parking brake is released the light on the parking switch comes off 4 Pull the shuttle change lever lock knob for releasing the shuttle change lever lock 5 Set the shuttle change lever to the desired position 6 Gradually increase the engine rpm by pressing the accelerator pedal The machine will move 2 Accelerator pedal Ac...

Page 51: ...E When the shuttle change lever is in the neutral position the neutral indicator on the instrument panel goes on When the shuttle change lever is in the forward position the forward indicator on the instrument panel goes on When the shuttle change lever is in the backward position the backward indicator on the instrument panel goes on When the machine begins to travel backward the back buzzer star...

Page 52: ...ate straight up or down a slope or the machine may slip side ways and tip over Use the foot brake together with engine brake if the machine tends to over run when descending a slope If the engine should stall on a slope set the parking brake switch to the parking position immediately for safety purpose although the disc brake is automatically applied Then set the shuttle change lever to the neutra...

Page 53: ...y or death Do not exceed the rated operating capacity of the unit If loads exceed the rated operating capacity the unit can experience a hydraulic imbalance when half or medium lift arms raise command and bucket roll back or auxiliary hydraulic control command are input together which can result in the lift arms lowering slowly If you begin to experience the hydraulic imbalance either place the li...

Page 54: ... Upward B Downward 3 Bucket level indicator Since the bucket level indicator covers almost the entire width of the bucket you can check the condition of bucket from the side the center or any other angle even while working 1 Bucket level indicator AUXILIARY PORT OPERATION 1 Precautions for auxiliary port operation WARNING To avoid personal injury or death When not using the auxiliary port be sure ...

Page 55: ...and shut off the engine 3 Pull the control lever lock knob and auxiliary port lever lock knob to unlock 1 Control lever lock knob 2 Auxiliary port lever lock knob A Lock B Unlock 4 Move the control lever to release the pressure in the hydraulic system MULTI COUPLER TO ATTACH THE FRONT ATTACHMENT 1 Mechanical multi coupler This machine utilizes a mechanical multi coupler for easy connection and dis...

Page 56: ...hment and raise the lift arm so that all the hooks fit together 1 Lift arm A Raise 3 Now raise the lift a little further and tilt up the bucket Fit and secure the connecting pins in position 1 Connecting pin 4 To dismount the attachment take the reverse order of the above mounting procedure HOW TO USE THE INCHING AND BRAKE PEDAL 1 Operating the inching and brake pedal Operate the inching and brake...

Page 57: ...ry or death When traveling with a fully loaded bucket do not press the inching and brake pedal all the way The machine will brake abruptly and cause dangerous loss of balance that may cause an accident 1 Inching and brake pedal 2 Brake pedal Loading 1 Press the inching and brake pedal slightly while pressing the accelerator pedal to approach an object slowly You can also perform slow approach by r...

Page 58: ...terrain beyond the load capacity or beyond the intended use of the machine because it may cause the machine to tip over Slow down before entering ungraded terrain Do not drive the machine close to the edges of ditches or banks which may collapse under the weight of the machine especially when the ground is loose or wet Operating on slopes in rain in snow at loose gravel at soft ground and so on ca...

Page 59: ... ground See Leveling the ground on page 56 Loading onto a truck Cross loading method See Loading onto a truck by cross loading method on page 56 V shift loading method See Loading onto a truck by V shift loading method on page 57 1 Loading a sand pile 1 Direct the bucket blade parallel to the ground and advance the machine to drive the bucket into the sand pile 2 When the bucket is sufficiently dr...

Page 60: ...sition using the control lever and level the ground while backing the machine 1 Control lever 2 Control lever lock knob A Lock B Unlock 5 Loading method onto a truck Examine the job site situation and choose the efficient loading method that minimizes the swivel angle and moving distance Cross loading method See Loading onto a truck by cross loading method on page 56 V shift loading method See Loa...

Page 61: ... digging and shoveling with the bucket move the machine backward and turn the steering wheel to position the machine perpendicular 90 degrees to the truck 3 Then move the machine forward to load sand onto the truck A smaller angle between the machine and truck will provide a shorter cycle time and more efficient operation TYPICAL JOBS USING A WHEEL LOADER OPERATION OF THE MACHINE R430 57 ...

Page 62: ... of the truck and block the front and rear wheels 2 Fix the ramps securely to the truck so that the machine and the truck cannot slip 1 Lock plate A 500 mm to 600 mm B 650 mm C 4 x H or more 3 Support the rear end of the bed to prevent the front of truck from rising 4 When loading or unloading the machine on or from a truck keep the bucket about 40 cm up from the ground and reverse the machine at ...

Page 63: ...elease the hydraulic pressure in the hydraulic system by operating control levers Lock all control levers in neutral Secure the steering frame lock Block the wheels of machine Securely fasten the machine to the truck with straps or chains 1 Lug Both sides WARNING To avoid personal injury or death Use the locations indicated by marks in the diagram to tie down the machine TRANSPORTING BY TRUCK R430...

Page 64: ... freeze Water 5 30 70 10 30 70 15 30 70 20 35 65 25 40 60 30 45 55 35 50 50 40 55 45 IMPORTANT Use a permanent type antfreeze or long life coolant Be sure to drain the cooling water and deposits completely from the radiator interior before adding a new mixture of water and antifreeze Antifreeze contains anticorrosive It is not necessary to add a cleaner to the coolant Engine coolant capacity is as...

Page 65: ... checking the electrical system disconnect the battery cables Wear appropriate safety gear such as a hard hat glasses and safety shoes as the job requires Do not carry out any work or modifications on hydraulic components For details on releasing the pressure trapped in the hydraulic system see RELEASING THE PRESSURE TRAPPED IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM on page 51 To safely use the machine and prevent ...

Page 66: ...when replenishing oil After greasing the machine wipe off all old grease especially from those parts where sand and dust can accelerate wear When changing the oil check whether the old oil is abnormally permeated with metal fillings or foreign matter Only use commercially available noncombustible washing agents Only wash at the designated places such as oil and grease traps available MAINTENANCE 6...

Page 67: ...k Daily check 71 9 Steering handle check Daily check 71 10 Parking brake check Daily check 72 11 Brake check Daily check 72 12 Engine and electri cal wiring check Daily check 72 check every 1 year 85 13 Fan belt tension check Daily check 72 adjust every 200 hrs 76 14 Water separator drain Daily check 72 15 Evacuator valve clean Daily check 73 16 Pre Cleaner clean Daily check 74 17 Fuel tank drain ...

Page 68: ... 26 LST oil filter replace every 500 hrs 81 1 27 Hydraulic return fil ter element replace every 500 hrs 82 1 28 Fuel filter cartridge replace every 500 hrs 82 1 29 Hydraulic suction filter element replace every 1000 hrs 83 1 30 Engine valve clear ance adjust every 1000 hrs 84 3 31 Injector check every 1500 hrs 84 3 32 Oil separator ele ment replace every 1500 hrs 84 33 EGR cooler check every 1500 ...

Page 69: ... years 68 43 Rubber piping relat ed oil separator replace every 2 years 87 3 44 Intake hose and in tercooler hose replace every 2 years 87 3 45 EGR cooler hose replace every 2 years 87 3 IMPORTANT Perform the job indicated by at the first operation When using biodiesel be sure to check the maintenance requirements of biodiesel fuel as the intervals will change in some of the items 1 This maintenan...

Page 70: ... hold it down tightly 5 Turn the starter key clockwise to lock the engine cover 1 Starter key 2 Lever A Pull NOTE When the engine cover is opened completely it will be automatically held by gas damper 3 Opening the document folder and the magazine rack You can store manuals or documents 1 Open the magazine rack as follows 1 Magazine rack A Open 4 Opening the grease gun holder to store the grease g...

Page 71: ...al injury or death Never open the oil port immediately after the engine has stopped or hydraulic oil may rush out causing scalding 1 Stop the machine on flat ground and lower the bucket to the ground 2 Check the level of hydraulic oil in the oil level gauge If the level of hydraulic oil is between the upper and lower marks the amount of the oil is appropriate 3 If the level of hydraulic oil is bel...

Page 72: ...k capacity 54 L IMPORTANT Avoid fuel spills and overfilling the fuel tank Every time after operation is over fill the fuel tank fully Be sure to replace the fuel tank cap and tighten it up and lock the cover 4 Checking and replenishing the coolant WARNING To avoid personal injury or death Do not remove the radiator cap while the coolant is hot When the coolant is cool rotate the radiator cap to th...

Page 73: ... of brake fluid is below the lower mark add brake fluid IMPORTANT If a large amount of brake fluid has to be replenished check the brake system for leaks before using the machine again Brake fluid capacity 0 3 L 6 Applying the grease to the grease fittings DANGER To avoid serious personal injury or death Keep clear of articulation joint during service work WARNING To avoid personal injury or death...

Page 74: ...y the grease to the universal joint at three grease fittings 1 Grease fitting Greasing the rear frame 1 Apply the grease to the rear frame at one grease fitting 1 Grease fitting Greasing the articulation joint 1 Apply the grease to the articulation joint at one grease fitting 1 Grease fitting Greasing the steering cylinder bearing 1 Apply the grease to the steering cylinder bearing at the two grea...

Page 75: ...ooling water hoses for damage 4 If the cooling water hoses are broken or cracked change them 5 Also check to see that the hose clamps are tight 1 Inter cooler 2 Oil cooler 3 Radiator grill NOTE Fins and ribs of radiator and oil cooler must be clean in order not to overheat the engine and allow free flow of air through the cooling elements Pressure of compressed air must be as follows Pressure of c...

Page 76: ...the battery the cables and wiring the muffler or the engine Remove flammable substances thoroughly 2 Check the electrical circuitry for disconnections shorts or loose terminals 13 Checking the V belt WARNING To avoid personal injury or death Stop the engine and remove the starter key before checking the V belt 1 Check the V belt for cracks and proper tension See Checking and adjusting the V belt t...

Page 77: ...leaning is complete make sure to set the connector of the water level sensor IMPORTANT Use light oil or wash oil for cleaning In reattaching the water separator be careful to keep off dust and dirt Be sure to purge the fuel system before getting the machine restarted See Bleeding the fuel system on page 90 16 Cleaning the evacuator valve 1 Open the evacuator valve to get rid of large particles of ...

Page 78: ...hydraulic system and the engine 23 Checking and cleaning after operating in muddy areas 1 If the machine is used in muddy areas immediately wash it with water to remove the mud and dirt 2 After washing the machine check and lubricate the universal joint 24 Cleaning the pre cleaner To clean the pre cleaner remove the wing nut and remove the pre cleaner bowl 1 Wing nut 2 Pre cleaner bowl A Dust leve...

Page 79: ...aintenance costs The original battery is maintenance free but needs some servicing If the battery is weak the engine will be difficult to start and the lights will be dim It is important to check the battery periodically 1 Check the battery condition by reading the indicator State of indicator display Green Specific gravity of electrolyte and quality of electrolyte are both in good condition Black...

Page 80: ... out of direct sunlight The battery self discharges while it is stored Recharge it once every 3 months in hot seasons and once every 6 months in cold seasons SERVICE EVERY 200 HOURS Perform inspection and servicing for every 50 hours of operation at the same time 1 Checking the fan belt tension WARNING To avoid personal injury or death Only check the fan belt with the engine off and the starter ke...

Page 81: ... if the radiator hoses are in good condition and the clips are properly fixed every 250 hours of operation or 6 months whichever comes first WARNING To avoid personal injury or death Do not check the radiator hoses until the engine has cooled down 1 If the clips are loose or water leaks tighten the clips securely 2 Replace the hoses and the hose clamps every 2 years or earlier if checked and found...

Page 82: ...er elements Do not operate the machine without the air cleaner installed 4 Checking the fuel line and the intake air line 1 Check to see that all lines and hose clamps are tight and not damaged 2 If hoses and hose clamps are found worn or damaged replace or repair them at once 1 Hose 2 Hose clamp 5 Checking the wheel bolts 1 Check the wheel bolts according to Changing the tires on page 92 1 Wheel ...

Page 83: ...he same time 1 Replacing the water separator filter element 1 Set the water shutoff valve to the CLOSE position 2 Loosen and remove the cup properly and replace the water separator filter element 3 Check the condition of the O ring and replace if necessary 4 Tighten up the cup properly 5 Set the shutoff valve to the OPEN position 1 Water separator 2 Screw 3 Cup 4 Shutoff valve 5 Float 6 Drain plug...

Page 84: ...viscosity according to ambient temperature Change the engine oil once every 6 months regardless of the running time on the machine Change the oil filter when you change the engine oil 3 Replacing the engine oil filter cartridge Change the engine oil filter every 250 hours or every 6 months in the case that service hour is less than 250 hours WARNING To avoid personal injury or death Always stop th...

Page 85: ...level in the front and the rear axle case The oil level in the axle cases must be at the lower rim of the thread Oil port plug WOF 10 mm 2 Add the axle cases oil if necessary 3 Screw in and tighten the oil port plug Front Rear 1 Oil port plug Axle case oil capacity Front 3 0 L Rear 2 Replacing the LST oil filter WARNING To avoid personal injury or death Never remove the filter immediately after th...

Page 86: ...ing the new return filter apply a light coat of hydraulic oil to the gasket 3 Tighten the return filter about 2 3 turn by hand after its sealing face touches the gasket 1 Return filter IMPORTANT After changing the return filter be sure to check the oil level Do not use a wrench to tighten the new return filter since it can distort the return filter Be sure to tighten the return filter by hand 4 Re...

Page 87: ...machine with the loader lift arms raised to avoid serious personal injury 1 Place a collection vessel under the axle Collection vessel capacity 5 liters 2 Remove the drain plug and drain the oil Drain plug 10 mm socket head 3 Screw in and tighten the drain plug Front Rear 1 Drain plug 4 Fill in oil to the bottom edge of the thread hole on the oil port 5 Screw in and tighten the oil port plug Axle ...

Page 88: ...aulic tank 42 L Whole oil volumes 58 L IMPORTANT If there are deposits in the hydraulic oil tank wipe them all with a clean rag and diesel oil Use great caution not to admit any foreign particles into the hydraulic oil tank 3 Replacing the air cleaner element 1 Open the hood and remove the cover and both air cleaner elements 2 Change both air cleaner elements and clean the inside of the case 3 Rei...

Page 89: ...ect the alternator every 1000 hours SERVICE EVERY 3000 HOURS Perform all 50 250 500 1000 and 1500 hour servicing at the same time 1 Checking the EGR system Consult your local KUBOTA dealer for checking the EGR system 2 Checking the turbocharger Consult your local KUBOTA dealer for checking the turbocharger ANNUAL SERVICING 1 Checking the electrical leads and the terminals 1 Check if all accessible...

Page 90: ...m the fuel line 1 Hose 2 Hose clamp IMPORTANT When replacing the fuel lines take special care to prevent dirt and other foreign matter from entering the fuel system Entry of foreign matter in the fuel system will likely cause serious damage 2 Changing the coolant WARNING To avoid personal injury or death Never open the plug immediately after the engine has stopped or hot coolant may rush out causi...

Page 91: ...es water pipes 1 Replace the radiator hoses and the clips See Checking the radiator hoses and the clips on page 77 1 Radiator hose 2 Clip SERVICE AS REQUIRED 1 Replacing and repairing the electrical system Damage to cables and loose connections of the electrical system cause malfunctioning and lead to short circuits leakage and fires 1 Replace and repair the electrical system as quickly as possibl...

Page 92: ...e box B Rating Applied Circuit 1 30A Engine ECU 2 10A Horn 3 10A Main ECU B Slow blow fuse box 1 Slow blow fuse box Rating Applied circuit A 80A Alternator B 60A Main 1 C 60A Main 2 D 50A Main 3 To replace the slow blow fuse see Replacing the slow blow fuses on page 89 IMPORTANT The main fuse protects the entire electrical system If the main fuse or another fuse has blown determine why it blew and...

Page 93: ...rator If the water separator filled up indicator lights up and the error code E 9120 appears on the meter panel immediately take the steps in this section to drain the fuel filter after stopping the engine 1 Water separator filled up in dicator 2 Engine warning indicator 3 Warning message A Lighting B Blinking IMPORTANT If you do not drain the fuel filter immediately after the alarm the engine may...

Page 94: ...if air bleeding was not complete If engine stalling should occur repeat step 2 and step 3 If it is not easy to bleed the air press the priming pump of engine repeatedly until it feels heavy 5 Bleeding the air from the brake fluid system WARNING To avoid personal injury or death For bleeding the air from the brake fluid system stop the engine set the parking brake switch to the parking position low...

Page 95: ...y on the machine or put the tire in a retaining device tire inflation cage Do not blow up the tires with greater pressure than specified in the following table because a blown tire can cause serious injury 2 Checking the tire pressure Check the tires and rims for damage and eliminate problems before starting operation If the air pressure in the tire is too high or too low the life of the tire will...

Page 96: ... regular intervals For added safety ask your KUBOTA dealer to replace the following important component parts The following parts are prone to degradation in material or subject to wear and tear with time It is difficult to judge how much the following parts have been affected at regular inspection It is therefore necessary to replace the following parts with new ones whether wear is visible or no...

Page 97: ...s For replacement of the important parts contact your KUBOTA dealer At the following periodic inspections check the fuel hoses and hydraulic hoses as well Inspection interval Check points Daily checks Oil leak at fuel and hydraulic hose connections and points Every month Oil leak at fuel and hydraulic hose connections and points Damages at fuel and hydraulic hose such as cracks or chafing Every ye...

Page 98: ...draulic cylinders where they are exposed 4 Remove and store the battery separately 5 Check the antifreeze in the coolant Add the antifreeze for adequate protection down to the following temperatures Temperature 25 Measures during storing 1 Recharge the battery regularly Restarting after storing 1 Remove the grease applied to the piston rods of the hydraulic cylinders 2 Check all oil levels the sed...

Page 99: ...ratures Above 25 SAE 30 or SAE 10W 30 SAE 15W 40 0 to 25 SAE 20 or SAE 10W 30 SAE 15W 40 Below 0 SAE 10W or SAE 10W 30 SAE 15W 40 See the following table for the suitable API classification engine oil and the fuel Fuel used Engine oil classification API classification Oil class of engines except external DPF Ultra Low Sulfur Fuel 0 0015 15 ppm CJ 4 Fuel Use the ultra low sulfur diesel fuel of the ...

Page 100: ... must trap fuel and lubricant sulfate additives Zn Pb Na K Ca Mg Cu Ba P and so on as ash during combustion Control the fuel carefully to prevent the additives being mixed into fuel such as the fuel tank anti oxidants the water remover the antifreeze and so on RECOMMENDED OILS 96 R430 ...

Page 101: ...roperly 3 BDF encourages the growth of microorganisms which may cause degradation of the fuel This in turn may cause fuel line corrosion or reduce fuel filter flow earlier than expected 4 BDF inherently absorbs moisture which may cause degradation of the fuel earlier than expected To avoid this drain the water separator and fuel filter port often 5 Do not use Biodiesel concentrations higher than 2...

Page 102: ...than 1 month and B5 longer than 3 months 2 When using B6 thru B20 and storing the machine longer than 1 month drain the fuel from the tanks and replace with light mineral oil diesel fuel Subsequently run the engine at least 30 minutes to remove all of the Biodiesel from the fuel lines 3 When using B5 fuel and storing machine longer than 3 months drain the fuel from the tanks and replace with light...

Page 103: ...system Abnormal exhaust gas color Poor fuel Use high quality fuel Too much engine oil Drain the engine oil to prescribed oil level Water temperature in red zone overheating Damaged seal of the water pump Replace Worn or torn V belt Adjust or replace Thermostat is damaged Replace Coolant level too low Fill to prescribed level Radiator grill or fins are clogged Clean Coolant is contaminated with rus...

Page 104: ... local dealer E 033 Electrical power sup ply Immediately interrupt the en gine if with a 24 V battery When the engine gets restart ed and is running with no mes sage appearing it means there is no problem If this message still appears imme diately ask for repair E 034 The 5 V power sup ply of sensor is short The majority of systems fail The engine may be started and the machine may move But do not...

Page 105: ...Main relay system The engine may get started and the machine may move But do not try any jobs Immediately contact your local dealer E 9112 Atmospheric pres sure sensor system The engine output may be lim ited The other functions of machine are still operative Immediately contact your local dealer E 9113 EGR valve system The engine output is limited The other functions of machine are still operativ...

Page 106: ...ngine may get started But the engine output is limit ed The machine fails to move 1 Check the fuel level and see if the fuel filter is clog ged 2 If E 9300 still appears immediately contact your local dealer E 9301 Engine fuel system rail pressure The engine may get started But the engine output is limit ed The machine fails to move 1 Check the fuel level and see if the fuel filter is clog ged 2 I...

Page 107: ...e air intake system boost pres sure too low The engine may get started But the engine output is limit ed The machine fails to move 1 Check to see if any air in take hose is disconnected and if the air cleaner ele ment is clogged 2 If E 9306 still appears immediately contact your local dealer E 9400 Other failures Immediately contact your local dealer Sure to happen May happen TROUBLESHOOTING R430 ...

Page 108: ...replace every 500 hrs 5 Engine oil filter every 250 hrs 6 Front rear axle oil change every 1000 hrs 7 Hydraulic return filter replace every 500 hrs 8 Hydraulic suction filter every 1000 hrs 9 LST oil filter every 500 hrs NOTE The maintenance periodic check message can be automatically disappeared The maintenance message reappears on the hour meter when the hour meter reaches next designated hour i...

Page 109: ... 86 clip checking 77 clock setting 32 control lever function 49 control lever lock knob function 40 control pedal 28 coolant changing 86 checking level 68 replenishing 68 coolant temperature gauge function 36 D daily check 66 daily check items 30 dealer service 21 disc brake checking 72 display selector switch 32 document folder opening 66 dust indicator checking 73 E EGR cooler checking 85 EGR co...

Page 110: ...stem bleeding 90 fuel tank draining water 74 fuse replacing 87 G gear locked parking brake checking 72 grease 95 grease fitting applying grease 69 grease gun storing 66 grease gun holder opening 66 grow plug indicator 34 guide for operator 44 H handling in cold weather preparation for operation 60 taking care after operation 60 hazard lamp switch 32 horn testing 74 horn switch 31 hour meter 36 hyd...

Page 111: ... s seat adjusting 45 overhead power line working in vicinity 44 overheat warning 38 P parking brake switch 30 pre cleaner cleaning 74 precaution after operation of wheel loader 9 FOPS 7 general 7 operating the machine 8 overheating of engine 9 ROPS 7 safely loading the machine 10 safely transporting the machine 10 safety for children 9 servicing machine safely 11 when washing machine 94 R radiator...

Page 112: ...round 55 leveling ground 56 loading method onto truck 56 loading onto truck by cross loading method 56 loading onto truck by V shift loading method 57 loading sand pile 55 refilling 56 U universal joint greasing 69 V V belt adjusting tension 76 checking 72 checking tension 76 W warning indicator 37 warranty policy 21 washing whole machine 72 water pipes replacing 87 water separator draining 72 89 ...

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