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Kubota G18 User Manual

Kubota G18
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ENGLISH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
IMPRIME AU U.S.A.
DRUCK : U.S.A.
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MODELS
MODELLES
G18
MODELLE
G21
Code No. K2143-7122-7
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Kubota G18 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKubota
ModelG18
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

ABBREVIATION LIST

UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS

FOREWORD

SAFETY FIRST

DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION Definitions

Defines hazard symbols and their meanings for user safety.

SAFE OPERATION

BEFORE OPERATING

Key checks and procedures to perform before starting the machine.

OPERATING

Guidelines for safe operation of the mower, including starting.

Stopping

Procedures for safely stopping the machine and engine.

SERVICING OF RIDING MOWER

SERVICING

General guidance on machine maintenance and safety.

STORAGE

Instructions for preparing the machine for storage.

DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS

CARE OF DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS

Guidelines for maintaining visibility and integrity of safety labels.

SPECIFICATIONS

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS

Key Switch

Details on the function and operation of the ignition key switch.

Light Switch

Explanation of how to operate the headlight switch.

Speed Control Pedal

Instructions on using the speed control pedal for forward and reverse movement.

Brake Pedal

Parking Brake Pedal

Procedure for engaging and disengaging the parking brake.

Seat

Adjusting the operator's seat position for comfort and safety.

PTO Lever

Electric Power Steering

Information on the electric power steering system.

Hydraulic Lift Lever

Hydraulic Container Dump Lever

How to operate the lever for dumping the grass container.

Front Quick Clean Lever

Rear Quick Clean Lever

Using the rear lever to clear grass from the discharge duct.

Cutting Height Control Dial

Hour Meter

Explanation of the hour meter and its function.

Easy Checker™

Description of the warning lights and indicators.

MOWER MOUNTING

ATTACHING THE MOWER

Step-by-step guide for attaching the mower deck to the tractor.

Attaching the front links

Procedure for connecting the front links to the roller brackets.

Connecting the universal joint

Steps for connecting the universal joint to the PTO shaft.

ADJUSTING THE PARALLEL LINKAGE

ADJUSTING THE MOWER DECK (SIDE-TO-SIDE)

ADJUSTING THE MOWER LIFTUP STOPPER

GRASS CATCHER MOUNTING

ATTACHING THE GRASS CATCHER

Instructions for mounting the grass catcher assembly.

OPERATING THE MOWER

Setting the throttle lever

Adjusting engine speed using the throttle lever.

Engaging the PTO lever

Procedure for engaging and disengaging the PTO.

OPERATING THE GRASS CATCHER

OPERATING PERFORMANCE

Factors affecting grass collection performance.

CLEANING

CLEANING WITH WATER

Guidelines for cleaning the machine with water.

CLEANING THE GRASS CATCHING CONTAINER

How to clean the grass catching container.

CLEANING THE MOWING SYSTEM

Instructions for cleaning the mower deck and system.

CLEANING THE MOWING SYSTEM USING HOSE

CHECKING SAFETY DEVICES

Safety Start Control 1

Test for the safety start switch with PTO engaged.

Seat Safety Control 1

Test for seat sensor with PTO engaged.

PTO Safety Control 1

Test for PTO safety with container removed.

CHECK WHILE OPERATING THE ENGINE

STOPPING THE ENGINE

WARMING UP

LUBRICANTS AND OTHER FLUID

GRASS CONTAINER NET MATERIAL

Checking

How to check the condition of the grass container net.

Replacing

Steps for replacing the grass container net.

MOWER BLADE

Checking

How to check mower blade sharpness and condition.

Replacing

Procedure for removing and installing mower blades.

MOWER BELT

Replacing

Steps for replacing the mower drive belt.

GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION

TIGHTENING TORQUE CHART

VIBRATION

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING

Common engine problems and their solutions.

BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting common battery issues.

MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting common machine operation problems.

MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting common mower performance issues.

GRASS CATCHER TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting grass catcher issues.

OPTION

Information on optional attachments.

STORAGE

REPLACING FUSES

Procedure for replacing blown fuses.

REPLACING BULBS

Steps for replacing headlight and indicator bulbs.

MAINTENANCE

DAILY CHECK

Routine checks to perform before operating the machine.

SERVICE INTERVAL

LUBRICANTS AND OTHER FLUID

AIR CLEANER

Cleaning Air Cleaner Element

How to clean the air cleaner element using compressed air.

Replacing Air Cleaner Element

Procedure for replacing the air cleaner element annually.

FAN BELT TENSION

FRONT PTO BELT TENSION

BRAKE

Adjusting Brake Play

Procedure for adjusting the brake pedal play.

GREASING

OILING

FUEL

Checking Amount of Fuel and Refueling

How to check fuel level and safely refuel the machine.

FUEL LINES AND FUEL FILTER

Checking Fuel Lines and Fuel Filter

Annual checks for fuel lines and filter.

Replacing Fuel filter

Procedure for replacing the fuel filter.

RADIATOR

Cleaning Radiator Core

How to clean the radiator and panel screens.

Checking Radiator Hose and Clamp

Check radiator hoses and clamps for leaks or damage.

Replacing Radiator Hose

Procedure for replacing radiator hoses.

COOLANT

Checking, Replenishing and Changing

How to check, add, and change the engine coolant.

Cleaning Cooling System

Anti-freeze

Mixing the LLC

Procedure for mixing long-life coolant with water.

Adding the LLC

Instructions for adding coolant after evaporation or leaks.

AIR CLEANER

Cleaning Air Cleaner Element

How to clean the air cleaner element using compressed air.

Replacing Air Cleaner Element

Procedure for replacing the air cleaner element annually.

FAN BELT TENSION

FRONT PTO BELT TENSION

BRAKE

Adjusting Brake Play

Procedure for adjusting the brake pedal play.

GREASING

OILING

Checking Fuel Injection Nozzle (Injection Pressure)

Checking Injection Pump

Checking Intake Air Line

Replacing Intake Air Line

BATTERY

Battery Charging

Safety precautions and procedures for charging the battery.

Replacing Fuses

Replacing Bulbs

MOWER BLADE

Checking

How to check mower blade sharpness and condition.

Replacing

Procedure for removing and installing mower blades.

MOWER BELT

Replacing

Steps for replacing the mower drive belt.

GRASS CONTAINER NET MATERIAL

Checking

How to check the grass container net material.

Replacing

Procedure for replacing the grass container net.

GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION

TIGHTENING TORQUE CHART

VIBRATION

TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING

Common engine problems and their solutions.

BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting common battery issues.

MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting common machine operation problems.

MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting common mower performance issues.

GRASS CATCHER TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting grass catcher issues.

OPTION

Information on optional attachments.

STORAGE

REPLACING FUSES

Procedure for replacing blown fuses.

REPLACING BULBS

Steps for replacing headlight and indicator bulbs.

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