Kubota BX1880 - User Manual

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AUX. valve equipped machine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
BX1880
BX2380
BX2680
MODELS
KUBOTACorporation
U.S.A. :KUBOTATRACTORCORPORATION
3401 DelAmoBlvd.,Torrance,CA 90503 ,U.S.A.
Telephone:(
310 ) 370 - 3370
Canada :KUBOTACANADALTD.
5900  14 thAvenue,Markham,Ontario,L 3 S 4 K 4 ,Canada
Telephone:(
905 ) 294 - 7477
France :KUBOTAEUROPES.A.S
19 - 25 ,RueJulesVercruysse,Z.I.BP 88 , 95101 Ar㷅enteuilCedex,France
Telephone:(
33 ) 1 - 3426 - 3434
Italy :KUBOTAEUROPES.A.SItalyBranch
ViaGrandi,
29  20068 PeschieraBorrome(MI)Italy
Telephone:(
39 ) 02 - 51650377
Germany :KUBOTA(DEUTSCHLAND)GmbH
SenefelderStr.
3 - 5  63110 Rod㷅au/Nieder-Roden,Germany
Telephone:(
49 ) 6106 - 873 - 0
U.K. :KUBOTA(U.K.)LTD.
DormerRoad,Thame,Oxfordshire,OX
9  3 UN,U.K.
Telephone:(
44 ) 1844 - 214500
Spain :KUBOTAESPAÑAS.A.
AvenidaRecombaNo.
5 ,Poli㷅noIndustriallaLa㷅una,Le㷅anes, 28914 (Madrid)Spain
Telephone:(
34 ) 91 - 508 - 6442
Australia :KUBOTATRACTORAUSTRALIAPTYLTD.
25 - 29 PermasWay,Tru㷅anina,VIC 3029 ,Australia
Telephone:(
61 )- 3 - 9394 - 4400
Malaysia :SIMEKUBOTASDN.BHD.
No.
3 JalanSepadu 25 / 123 TamanPerindustrianAxis,
Seksyen
25 , 40400 ShahAlam,Selan㷅orDarulEhsanMalaysia
Telephone:(
60 ) 3 - 736 - 1388
Philippines :KUBOTAPHILIPPINES,INC.
232 QuirinoHi㷅hway,Baesa,QuezonCity 1106 ,Philippines
Telephone:(
63 ) 2 - 422 - 3500
Taiwan :SHINTAIWANAGRICULTURALMACHINERYCO.,LTD.
16 ,Fen㷅pin㷅 2 ndRd,TaliaoShian㷅Kaohsiun㷅 83107 ,TaiwanR.O.C.
Telephone:(
886 ) 7 - 702 - 2333
Indonesia :PTKUBOTAMACHINERYINDONESIA
TowerAatEi㷅htyEi㷅ht@KasablankaLantai
16
JalanRayaCasablankaKav. 88 ,Jakarta 12870 Indonesia
Telephone:(
62 )- 21 - 29568 - 720
Thailand :SIAMKUBOTACORPORATIONCO.,LTD.
101 / 19 - 24 Moo 20 ,NavanakornIndustrialEstate,TambonKhlon㷅nuen㷅,AmphurKhlon㷅luan㷅,
Pathumthani
12120 ,THAILAND
Telephone:(
66 ) 2 - 909 - 0300
Korea :KUBOTAKOREACO.,LTD.
41 - 27 ,Jayumuyeok-㷅il,Baeksan-myeon,Gimje-si,Jeollabuk-do,Korea
Telephone:(
82 )- 63 - 544 - 5822
India :KUBOTAAGRICULTURALMACHINERYINDIAPVT.LTD.
No.
15 ,MedavakkamRoad,Sholin㷅anallur,Chennai- 600119 ,T.N.,India
Telephone:(
91 ) 44 - 6104 - 1500
Vietnam :KUBOTAVIETNAMCO.,LTD.
LotB-
3 A 2 -CN,MyPhuoc 3 IndustrialPark,BenCatDistrict,BinhDuon㷅Province,Vietnam
Telephone:(
84 )- 650 - 3577 - 507
WesternDivision : 1175 S.GuildAvc.,Lodi,CA 95240
Telephone :( 209 ) 334 - 9910
CentralDivision : 14855 FAABlvd.,FortWorth,TX 76155
Telephone :( 817 ) 571 - 0900
NorthernDivision : 6300 atOneKubotaWay,Groveport,OH 43125
Telephone :( 614 ) 835 - 1100
SoutheastDivision : 1025 NorthbrookParkway,Suwanee,GA 30024
Telephone :( 770 ) 995 - 8855
Code No. K2871-7131-1
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Summary

Foreword and Safety Introduction

Safety First: Understanding Symbols

Explains safety symbols (Danger, Warning, Caution, Important, Note) used in the manual.

Safe Operation Guidelines

Precautions Before Operating the Tractor

Covers general safety and ROPS/CAB precautions.

Starting and Working Safety

Details safety procedures for starting and operating the tractor.

Child Safety and Slope Operation

Addresses child safety and safe operation on slopes.

Road Operation Safety

Outlines safety measures for driving the tractor on roads.

Parking and PTO Operation Safety

Safety guidelines for parking and using the PTO.

3-Point Hitch and Servicing Safety

Safety precautions for 3-point hitch and general servicing.

Safety Label Maintenance

Instructions on maintaining safety labels on the tractor.

Servicing and Specifications

Dealer Service and Serial Numbers

Information on dealer services and locating serial numbers.

Tractor Warranty and Disposal Procedures

Details warranty coverage and tractor scrapping procedures.

Tractor Specification Overview

Covers engine, capacities, dimensions, and speeds of tractor models.

Implement Limitation Tables

Guidelines and limits for using tractor implements.

Front Loader Ballast Requirements

Importance of rear ballast for tractor stability with front loader.

Instrument Panel and Controls

Instrument Panel Overview

Identifies components on the tractor's instrument panel.

Key Switch and Lighting Operations

Operation of the key switch, headlights, hazard, and turn signals.

Foot and Hand Controls

Explains the function of various foot and hand operated controls.

Operator Seat and Seat Belt Safety

Proper adjustment and use of the operator's seat and seat belt.

Parking Brake and Gear Shifting

How to use the parking brake and range gear shift lever.

Accelerator and Speed Control Pedals

Operation of the hand accelerator and speed control pedals.

Speed Set Device and Accessories

Explains the speed set device and 12V outlet.

Pre-Operation and Engine Operation

Daily Checks Before Operation

Essential daily checks to ensure safe and proper operation.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide for starting the tractor's engine.

Cold Weather Starting and Engine Block Heater

Procedures for starting the engine in cold weather and using a block heater.

Stopping and Warming Up the Engine

How to properly shut down and warm up the tractor's engine.

Jump Starting the Engine

Instructions for safely jump starting a tractor battery.

Operating the Tractor

New Tractor Break-in Procedures

Guidelines for breaking in a new tractor for optimal performance.

Mounting;Dismounting and ROPS Operation

Safe practices for mounting/dismounting and operating the ROPS.

Check During Driving

Important checks to perform while driving the tractor.

Overheating and Gauge Monitoring

Dealing with engine overheating and checking gauges.

Parking and Operational Techniques

Procedures for parking and techniques for safe tractor operation.

Road, Slope, and Transport Safety

Safety precautions for operating on roads, slopes, and during transport.

PTO (Power Take-Off) Operation

PTO Select and Clutch Lever Usage

Basic operation of PTO select and clutch levers.

PTO Shaft Cover and Drive Shaft

Information on PTO shaft cover, cap, and drive shaft adjustment.

Using Stationary PTO

Procedure for operating PTO while the tractor is stationary.

3-Point Hitch and Drawbar

3-Point Hitch Overview and Precautions

Diagram and safety precautions for the 3-point hitch system.

3-Point Hitch Adjustments

Safety and adjustment procedures for lifting rod, top link, and check chains.

Hydraulic Unit Operations

3-Point Hitch Control System

Operation of the hydraulic control lever for the 3-point hitch.

Auxiliary Hydraulics and Outlets

Information on auxiliary hydraulic outlets for attachments.

Mower Lift Linkage System

Control for mower lift linkage and cutting height adjustment.

Auxiliary Hydraulic Control Valve

Operation of the auxiliary hydraulic control valve and its components.

Tires, Wheels, and Ballast

Tire Inflation Pressure

Recommended tire pressures for different tractor models.

Wheel Tread and Jacking Procedures

Adjusting wheel tread and procedures for jacking the tractor.

Front and Rear Ballast

Guidance on adding front and rear ballast for stability and traction.

Maintenance Schedule

Service Intervals Overview

Comprehensive schedule of maintenance tasks based on operating hours.

Lubricants, Fuel, and Coolant

Fluid Specifications and Guidelines

Recommended types and quantities of lubricants, fuel, and coolant.

Biodiesel Fuel (BDF) Usage

Precautions and guidelines for using biodiesel fuel.

Periodic Service and Daily Checks

Daily Checks Before Operation

Essential daily checks to ensure safe and proper operation.

Service Every 50 Hours

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 50 operating hours.

Service Every 100 Hours

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 100 operating hours.

Service Every 200 Hours

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 200 operating hours.

Service Every 400 Hours

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 400 operating hours.

Service Every 1000 Hours or 1 Year

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 1000 hours or 1 year.

Service Every 2000 Hours or 2 Year

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 2000 hours or 2 years.

Service Every 1 Year

Maintenance tasks to be performed annually.

Service Every 4 Year

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 4 years.

Service As Required

Maintenance tasks to be performed as needed.

Tractor Storage Procedures

Storing the Tractor

Procedures for storing the tractor for extended periods.

Removing the Tractor from Storage

Steps to prepare the tractor after storage.

Troubleshooting and Options

Engine Troubleshooting Guide

Common engine problems and their corrective measures.

Available Option Items

List of available optional equipment for the tractor.

Kubota BX1880 Specifications