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FOREWORD

Congratulations on being an owner of a versatile 

KIOTI DK65 

tractor. This tractor has been designed with

the finest materials and under rigid quality control standards set forth by the 

KIOTI 

engineering department.

Knowledge of tractor operation is essential for many years of dependable service and reliability. This manual

is given to help you familiarize yourself with the 

DK65 

tractor and to give you helpful information about tractor

safety, operation and maintenance. It is the policy of KIOTI to provide each KIOTI tractor owner with a detailed

owner’s manual to help you answer many questions. If the information you are seeking is not found in this

manual, your 

KIOTI

 tractor dealer will be happy to help you. Please feel free to contact 

DAEDONG-USA,

INC.

Throughout this manual, you will see text in italics, preceded by the words NOTE, IMPORTANT or WARNING.

Such text has the following significance.

NOTE : 

This text stresses a correct operating procedure or technique.

IMPORTANT :

This text stresses a correct operating technique or procedure that, If ignored, could result in

damage to the tractor or equipment.

WARNING :

This text stresses a correct operating technique or procedure that, if ignored, could

result in personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders.

Summary of Contents for DK65

Page 1: ...r owner with a detailed owner s manual to help you answer many questions If the information you are seeking is not found in this manual your KIOTI tractor dealer will be happy to help you Please feel...

Page 2: ...SAFETY IS INVOLVED where the symbol appears please read the messages and follow the instructions carefully ABBREVIATION 4WD API ASAE SAE ISO PTO ROPS RPM SMV ABBREVIATIONS LIST DEFINITION Four wheel d...

Page 3: ...heat Glow Plugs Low Tempera ture Start Aid Parking Brake Battery Charging Condition Engine Oil Pressure Turn Signal Power Take Off Clutch Control Off Position Power Take Off Clutch Control On Position...

Page 4: ...justment 22 All electrical cables terminals and wires SAFETY ITEMS CHECKS 1 Safety decals installed 2 Neutral start switches operative 3 Parking brake operation 4 Flashing lights tail lights operation...

Page 5: ...Instructions 41 7 1 Operating the engine 41 7 1 1 Pre starting 41 7 1 2 Starting the engine 43 7 1 3 Stopping the engine 45 7 2 Operating the tractor 45 7 3 Stopping the tractor 47 7 4 Parking 47 7 5...

Page 6: ...ch 75 10 3 Brake 76 10 4 Steering wheel 77 10 5 Front axle support 77 10 6 Adjusting the micro switch s height 77 11 Troubleshooting 78 11 1 Engine troubleshooting 78 11 2 Tractor troubleshooting 80 1...

Page 7: ...etting on and off the tractor Keep step and platform clear of mud and debris 7 When working in the field or muddy areas be sure to scrape off mud or soil from the bottom of your shoes before mounting...

Page 8: ...eu tral position Fasten seat belt if equipped with ROPS 20 For your safety ROPS with a seat belt is recom mended by KIOTI for most applications Check owner s manual and discuss with your Lo cal dealer...

Page 9: ...the differential lock will prevent the tractor from turning 5 Power steering makes the steering wheel easy to turn Drive the tractor with special care when trav eling at road speeds or when on the hi...

Page 10: ...RATING THE TRACTOR 1 Apply the parking brake place the lift control lever in the down position and the PTO control switch and the transmission lever in neutral before start ing the tractor 2 Avoid acc...

Page 11: ...er ballast weight on the tractor 13 Ensure any attached equipment or accessories are correctly installed and approved for use with the tractor Do not overload the tractor operate and maintain in accor...

Page 12: ...loose clothing when operating the power take off when near rotating equipment USING 3 POINT HITCH 1 Use 3 point hitch only with equipment designed for 3 point hitch usage 2 When using 3 point hitch mo...

Page 13: ...tion to outside air 2 While running the engine protect workers and ani mals from exhaust gas FIRES 1 Always stop the engine before refueling Keep away from sparks and flames 2 Avoid fuel spills and ov...

Page 14: ...fluid see a doctor at once Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately SAFE SERVICING 1 Before servicing the tractor locate the tractor on a f...

Page 15: ...y while in the operator s seat 4 Keep people far away from tractor when working 5 Avoid sharp turns or sudden braking 6 Always slow down when driving on a rough ground 7 Always stop the engine and set...

Page 16: ...your local authorized KIOTI dealer When in need of parts be prepared to give your dealer both the tractor and engine serial numbers The tractor serial number is located on the engine frame on the lef...

Page 17: ...r steering Synchronized shuttle and transmission 12 forward and 12 reverse speeds Wet disc type Hydraulic Spiral bevel gear Model Type Number of cylinder Bore and stroke Total displacement Rated revol...

Page 18: ...38 lbs CABIN 2933 kg 6466 lbs 1st 12th 0 39 27 1 km h 0 24 16 83 miles h Hydraulic system PTO Hydraulic lift control system Pump capacity Max flow rate Three point hitch Maximum lifting capacity 24 in...

Page 19: ...t 100 Hours 1 Do not start quickly nor apply the brakes suddenly 2 In winter run the tractor after fully warming up the engine 3 Do not run at speeds faster than necessary 4 On rough roads slow down t...

Page 20: ...h Next turning the key right acti vates the glow plug proceeding to preheat the com bustion chamber After the glow plug lamp has turned off the engine has been preheated completely turn the key switch...

Page 21: ...turned off After that start the engine Light Switch Turning the light switch one click Clockwise illuminates the Low Beam headlights and taillights Next turning it one more click illuminates the High...

Page 22: ...re Be careful not to exceed cooling water temperature overheated red mark on Temp meter Before operating tractor always check the amount of cooling water in the radiator 623O406A Engine Oil Pressure L...

Page 23: ...tank before it becomes empty Once the fuel tank becomes empty it will be necessary to bleed the fuel system before the engine will start Instrument Gauge 1 Tachometer 2 Temperature gauge 3 Fuel gauge...

Page 24: ...and Low By combination and use of the main gear shift lever and the Hi Lo gear shift lever it is pos sible to obtain four speeds forward and reverse in High range and Low range so does MID range A to...

Page 25: ...ion or going over a high bank PTO Gear shift Lever Manual Automatic Two PTO speeds can be obtained by shifting the PTO speed lever from the operator seat When turning PTO switch to Automatic the PTO o...

Page 26: ...eel rotation NOTE When driven in reverse it s rotation direction will be changed Hand Throttle When the hand throttle is pushed forward the engine speed will increase When pulled rearward the en gine...

Page 27: ...ke Pedals Right and Left 1 Before operating the tractor on a road be sure to interlock the right and left pedals as illustrated be low It will be very dangerous to use only one brake 2 Use individual...

Page 28: ...the transmission To prevent loss of control of tractor never use the differential lock at speeds above 5 MPH 8km h Never use the differential lock when turning the tractor When engaged the differentia...

Page 29: ...k 623O418A How to Use the Stop Bolt 1 Determine a desired working position using the control lever 2 Fix the stop bolt in the desired position 3 After that it is possible to return to the same posi ti...

Page 30: ...gine is still cold the hydraulic system may be damaged If noises are heard when implements is lifting after the hydraulic control lever has been activated the hydraulic mechanism is not adjusted prope...

Page 31: ...n be lowered set the posi tion control lever at the lowest working depth desire for the implement Lower the draft control lever to the point where the implement is at the desired depth This stops the...

Page 32: ...ched do not use the boom cylinder and bucket cylinder at the same time If you use them at the same time it leads to abnormal operation of the loader due to hydraulic fluid shortage WARNING Remote Hydr...

Page 33: ...ont loader do not operate boom and bucket cyl inders simultaneously Disconnecting 1 Lower the implement first to the ground to release hydraulic pressure in the hoses 2 Clean the couplers 3 Relieve pr...

Page 34: ...o 6 cm 2 0 to 2 4 in laterally Telescopic stabi lizer should be tight enough to prevent excessive implement move ment when implement is in raised position with Position control with Draft control Impl...

Page 35: ...completed secure with the stopper 3 Correct positioning of the lifting rod to the lower link is shown to the right side Positioning varies dependent upon the type of implement 623O501A 623O502A Before...

Page 36: ...rol horizontal sway of the implement Type of Implement Plow furrower subsoiler cultivator ditcher Rotary mower hay rake tedder rider Check Link Adjustment Loosen until the implement can be moved 50 60...

Page 37: ...ntly and keep them tight WARNING IMPORTANT Follow same checking procedure when tractor is first used To decrease the wheel tread danger when working on slopes or hills or when working with trailer etc...

Page 38: ...im to the disk to suit the type or condition of work In either case the tire should be installed so that arrow mark would show the direction of rotation Furthermore the tire mark on the ground should...

Page 39: ...re reaches 241 kPa 35 psi deflate the assembly reposition the tire on the rim reduplicate and rein flate After seating the bead adjust in flation pressure as recommended in the inflation pressure char...

Page 40: ...ed Rear wheel weights are available or liquid may be added to the tires Consult your KIOTI Dealer for the correct ballasting necessary for your particular application Inflation Pressure Classification...

Page 41: ...e Engine Pre Start Checks Prior to starting the engine make pre start checks according to the Maintenance Check List on page 46 to 48 7 1 1 Pre starting Before starting the engine each day perform the...

Page 42: ...fficient Chassis Grease The front axle tie rod brake and clutch pedals etc are provided with grease nipples p67 For filling wipe the nipple clean so that no dirt and dust may enter the grease Check in...

Page 43: ...he Neutral position 4 Place hydraulic control lever in lowest position 5 Set the throttle lever approximately 1 4 of the way forward approximately 1500 rpm position 6 Insert the key into the key box a...

Page 44: ...ying a load WARNING IMPORTANT Do not turn the key switch while the engine is run ning When the temperature is below 0 C 32 F place the range lever in the neutral position and keep the engine at medium...

Page 45: ...e tractor After operating the tractor or engine never touch the muffler on the heat shield until it has sufficient time to cool WARNING 7 2 Operating the Tractor Pre operation Inspection Before starti...

Page 46: ...f the tractor especially when the ground is loose or wet Slow the tractor down to a safe speed be fore turning Do not drive the tractor on the road with the implement in motion After the differential...

Page 47: ...lling the lever of the park ing brake 3 Return the main gear shift lever and the range lever to neutral If necessary to park on an incline be sure to chock the wheels to prevent accidental rolling of...

Page 48: ...cooling water 2 Foreign matter on the radiator net and dust and dirt between the radiator fins and tube 3 Loose the fan drive belt 4 Blockage in the radiator tube NOTE For details concerning supply of...

Page 49: ...ed at output over the rated output exhaust gas may become a little colored but the output will not drop But if the tractor should be operated with con tinuous dark exhaust gas it may become the cause...

Page 50: ...range when turning the trac tor on sharp curves 6 Use engine to brake when descending steep slopes 7 While driving on public roads obey all safety regu lations and allow automobiles traveling faster t...

Page 51: ...tices NOTE For maximum safety always pay close attention to the balance between the front and rear wheels of the tractor 623O706A Operation in the Field 1 For field working disconnect the brake pedal...

Page 52: ...ferential lock 3 The use of the differential lock must be limited to a particular period of time and cannot be applied be yond that limit 4 When the rear wheel is subjected to excessive loads even rel...

Page 53: ...of transmission oil and brake oil See page 63 65 5 Check if there is enough fuel See page 58 6 Check if there is enough coolant in the radiator See page 69 7 Check for dust load in the air cleaner du...

Page 54: ...Torque Fluid 56 To prevent serious damage by hydraulic systems use only KIOTI genuine fluid or its equivalent Initial operation Frequency of check Check Notes Remarks During this period pay attention...

Page 55: ...tion 3 While in the driver s seat check the following 1 Operation of brake pedals and clutch pedals 2 Operation of parking brake 3 Operation of steering wheel 4 Dirt on lamps and operation of lamps 5...

Page 56: ...pedals work properly and have sufficient play 3 Check that fan belt tension is proper 4 Check that the steering wheel works properly 5 Check front wheel shaft supporters so that no vibration occurs d...

Page 57: ...if necessary 2 Change radiator hose and hose clamps 3 Change fuel pipe and hose clamps 4 Change hydraulic hoses and hose clamps 5 Change fuel pipe water pipe and connecter of oil pressure pipe Check...

Page 58: ...o 2 diesel fuel 3 Use No 1 diesel fuel if temperature is below 10 C 14 F IMPORTANT Always use a strainer when refueling to prevent fuel injection pump contamination Once the fuel tank becomes empty ai...

Page 59: ...d changing the fuel pipe Remember to check the fuel pipe periodically The fuel pipe is subject to wear and aging fuel may leak out onto the running engine which could cause a fire WARNING Although che...

Page 60: ...of the filter element and re lease the setscrew 1 which is fitted through the filter head above the center of the element 3 Lower the bottom cover 6 of the filter 4 Remove the element 4 and clean it...

Page 61: ...AE classification of Service DS CD It is easier to exchange oil while the engine is warm Depending on prevailing air temperature use oil of viscosity SAE 15W 40 623O904A 623O905A Engine Oil Change NOT...

Page 62: ...evel on the dipstick Then refill the engine oil up to the prescribed level When the engine oil is especially dirty replace the oil filter Be careful at the time of disassembly so as not to damage the...

Page 63: ...Keep ing the engine at medium speed for a few minutes prevents the damage to the transmission NOTE Be sure to stop the engine before changing the oil filters Transmission Oil Filter Cartridge The oil...

Page 64: ...d Do not use gear oil or grease Lubricate the gasket of the filter with clean hydraulic transmission fluid Spin the filter in a clockwise direc tion onto the filter housing Do not over tighten the fil...

Page 65: ...ng if it is filled up properly before working ATTENTION Bleeding the Air of Brake 1 You should pour the oil into the brake oil tank 20 to the upper limit 2 Let the hose 18 down to the master cylinder...

Page 66: ...transparent vinyl hose till there is no bubble in the oil any more 5 After you have finished bleeding the air you should tighten the plug surely You should tighten the plug while you depressing on the...

Page 67: ...re Starting Oil or grease the following points before starting Steering Cylinder and Tie Rod Assembly 623O913A 3 Point Link Top link lift link top link holder 623O914A Seat Adjuster Apply the grease o...

Page 68: ...arbon or oil replace the filter 6 Change the element every 6 months or every 250 hours 623O916A 9 9 Cleaning Air Filter Element To clean the element use clean dry compressed air on the inside of the e...

Page 69: ...h water to fill the radiator Securely tighten the radiator cap 2 To drain the coolant open the radiator drain cock and remove radiator cap The radiator cap must be removed to completely drain the radi...

Page 70: ...ds to age It must be changed every two years Also change the hose clamps and securely tighten Remedy for Water Leakage 1 A small water leak can be eliminated with the Ra diator Cement No 40 or equival...

Page 71: ...or 4 When the cooling water mixed with anti freeze de creases due to evaporation refill with water only If loss has been due to leaking add water and anti freeze mixture with the same mix ratio as the...

Page 72: ...er element removed Clean the Radiator Net When the tractor is used in wet fields grass seeds may get caught or mud may splash into the radiator net Also when used at night insects may become caught on...

Page 73: ...ez ing weather run the engine for at least an hour to make sure water and electrolyte have mixed thoroughly Operating Instruction 1 Battery must be fixed tightly in case holder 2 The battery should be...

Page 74: ...m the battery start with the negative terminal first when connect ing start with the positive terminal first Reversing the steps may cause short circuiting If the tractor is to be operated for a short...

Page 75: ...ges from 20 to 30 mm 0 79 to 1 18 in If the clutch becomes difficult to disengage or pedal play decreases adjust the length of the clutch cable after removing the pin When the clutch is difficult to d...

Page 76: ...e gap between the clutch pedal and safety starter switch NOTE Adjustment of the clutch pedal free travel should be performed as explained above and should no be judged by sight alone 10 3 Brake If the...

Page 77: ...assembly order the height from ground to center of lower link ball will be set 690 to 750mm 27 2 to 29 5 in or so The PTO shaft s rota tion will be stopped at this position Also if you need the heigh...

Page 78: ...e Check to see if nozzle is working properly or not if not install a new nozzle Adjust valve clearance inlet 0 2 mm 0 0079 in exhaust 0 45mm 0 0177 in when the engine is cold Cause Countermeasures 11...

Page 79: ...ear ance of inlet 0 2 mm 0 0079 in exhaust 0 45 mm 0 0177 in with engine cold Clean the element every 100 200 hours of operation Adjust to proper pressure Do not use poor quality fuel for it will caus...

Page 80: ...ly decreases or increases Unusual sound is heard sud denly Color of ex haust suddenly turns dark Bearing parts are overheated Oil lamp lights up during operation Check the adjustments and timing of in...

Page 81: ...ator and rectifier and charge for a long period by ordinary charging method Decrease the charging current of alternator Exchange defective battery Exchange battery Clean scale from termi nals and tigh...

Page 82: ...rapidly Condition of Battery Over heating due to over charging Storage battery cracked or has small holes Cause Check charging output Replace battery Countermeasure Secure battery to tractor so it wo...

Page 83: ...he radiator Flush and refill with new coolant 8 Depress clutch pedal and engage clutch lockout clip IMPORTANT If the tractor is stored for a long period with the clutch left engaged the clutch disc ma...

Page 84: ...open Hang a sign saying NO WATER on the radiator cap During severe cold weather when air temperature falls below 0 C 32 F freezing point there are fears of the engine being damaged by freezing so be s...

Page 85: ...le 623OD01A 13 2 Rear Window If you lightly push rear window while depressing the button on the handle the rear window will automati cally open 623OD02A Sometimes it is impossible for you to open and...

Page 86: ...ent System Working Light front To turn on position the switch marked front to ON the position Working Light rear To turn on position the switch marked rear to ON the position 623OD05A Do not drive wit...

Page 87: ...k the washing fluid before operation Do not wash the windshield with the wiper if it is covered by mud Please spray the washing fluid during the op eration of the wiper And if you operate the wiper wi...

Page 88: ...iger ant HFC 134a Therefore if you put old refrigerant CFC 12 by mistake it will causes the fault similar to the compressor leakage So make sure that you are using the correct refrigerant before refil...

Page 89: ...d Amount Kinds Injecting amount New refrigerant HFC 134a 0 95 1 0kg 2 09 to 2 20lb Compressor oil VCON 488 265ml 0 07 u s gal If you sleep with the air conditioner turned on you are at risk of injury...

Page 90: ...l be turned on If you press it again it will be put out Sunroof 1 You can use it to let the fresh air in the cap 2 If you want to open it just press the button of the handle then it will smoothly open...

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