Kioti DK40 - User Manual

FOREWORD
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CAUTION
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minor or moderate injury. And this mark can be used as a warning against unsafe
activities.
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Congratulations, and welcome to the fabulous world of KIOTI DK35/40/450L ownership,where serious work is
made fun again!
This versatile tractor is a culmination of the entire tractor and diesel knowledge gained by the Daedong
Industrial Co.,LTD over the years since 1947 and 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. to help new
owners familiarize themselves with the KIOTI DK35/40/450L, it is the policy of KIOTI tractor to provide an
owner’s manual which includes helpful information about tractor safety, operation and maintenance. If the
information you seek is not found in this manual,your KIOTI tractor dealer will be happy to help you. please
feel free to contact DAEDONG-USA,INC. with your questions/concerns. Throughout this manual you will see
text in bold type, preceded by the words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or IMPORTANT.
Such text has the following significance.

Summary

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Pre-Operation Safety Checks

Driving, Parking, and PTO Safety

Component-Specific Safety

Safety for jump starting, electrical, tires, and hydraulics.

SERVICING OF TRACTOR

SPECIFICATIONS

OPERATING

Pre-Operation Checks and New Tractor Break-In

Essential checks before operation and new tractor break-in procedures.

Engine Operation and Starting

Tractor Driving and Stopping

Step-by-step instructions for moving, stopping, and parking the tractor.

Safe Driving Techniques

Guidance on turning, driving on slopes, and road safety.

MAINTENANCE

Service Intervals and Lubricant Guide

Schedules for maintenance tasks and recommended lubricants.

Fluid Level Checks and Filter Replacements

Battery Maintenance and Charging

Cooling System and Hose Maintenance

Fuel and Air System Maintenance

TRACTOR TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Performance Issues

Diagnosing and resolving engine starting, output, and stopping problems.

Tractor Operation and Battery Faults

Troubleshooting tractor movement, hitch, and battery issues.

Kioti DK40 Specifications

General

Engine Power	40 hp
Hydraulic System	Open center
Drive	4WD
PTO Type	Independent
Ground Clearance	13.4 inches
3-Point Hitch Category	Category I
Height	92.5 inches
Transmission	Synchro Shuttle