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Kubota G26 - User Manual

Kubota G26
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G23,G26
WORKSHOP MANUAL
KiSC issued 08, 2009 A

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Questions and Answers

  • I
    ihubbardAug 18, 2025
    Why won't my Kubota G26 engine start?
    • M
      Mrs. Wanda MccoyAug 18, 2025
      If your Kubota Lawn Mower engine won't start, several factors could be at play. Start by checking the fuel level and replenish if it's low. If there's air in the fuel system, you'll need to bleed it. Water contamination requires a fuel change and possible fuel system repair or replacement. Also, inspect for clogs in the fuel hose or filter, cleaning or changing them as necessary. Other potential issues include using the wrong fuel or engine oil, a fuel leak, incorrect injection timing, or worn/malfunctioning components that may need adjustment, repair, or replacement.
  • M
    michaelmendozaAug 20, 2025
    Why is my Kubota Lawn Mower using excessive lubricant oil?
    • S
      sabrina68Aug 20, 2025
      If your Kubota Lawn Mower is consuming excessive lubricant oil, several factors could be the cause. The piston ring gaps might be facing the same direction; shift the ring gap direction. The oil ring could be worn or stuck, requiring replacement. A worn piston ring groove would necessitate replacing the piston. Similarly, worn valve stems and valve guides should be replaced. Finally, check for oil leaks due to defective seals or packing and replace them.
  • B
    Briana RuizAug 23, 2025
    What to do if the starter does not run on my Kubota Lawn Mower?
    • D
      Drew HensleyAug 23, 2025
      If the starter on your Kubota Lawn Mower isn't running, the battery might be discharged, so try charging it. The starter itself, the main switch, or safety switches could be malfunctioning, requiring repair or replacement. Check for disconnected wiring or a disconnected ground cable and connect them.
  • S
    Shannon ReedAug 26, 2025
    Why is black or dark gray exhaust gas coming from my Kubota G26?
    • M
      Melissa PinedaAug 26, 2025
      If you see black or dark gray exhaust gas from your Kubota Lawn Mower, it could be due to several reasons. You might be overloading the mower, so try reducing the load. Using low-grade fuel can also cause this issue; switch to the specified fuel. A clogged fuel filter or air cleaner could be the culprit, so replace or clean them, respectively. Finally, there might be a deficiency in the nozzle injection, which would require repairing or replacing the nozzle.
  • H
    Hannah WhiteAug 28, 2025
    Why is my Kubota G26 Lawn Mower engine overheating?
    • V
      Virginia DaltonAug 28, 2025
      If your Kubota Lawn Mower engine is overheating, make sure that the engine oil and coolant levels are sufficient and replenish if needed. Check the fan belt for breakage or elongation, replacing or adjusting it as necessary. Clean any dust from the radiator net and fins, and inspect the inside of the radiator and coolant flow route for corrosion, cleaning or replacing parts as needed. A defective radiator cap or head gasket can also cause overheating and should be replaced. Avoid overload running, and ensure that the injection timing is correct. Finally, using unsuitable fuel can lead to overheating, so use the specified fuel.
  • D
    Dr. Dale TurnerAug 30, 2025
    Why is the engine revolution not smooth on my Kubota G26?
    • M
      Megan RodriguezAug 30, 2025
      If your Kubota Lawn Mower engine revolution isn't smooth, the fuel filter or air cleaner might be clogged or dirty, so replace or clean them. A fuel leak from a loose injection pipe retaining nut could also be the cause, so tighten the nut. Other potential issues include a malfunctioning injection pump or governor, incorrect nozzle injection pressure, or a stuck/clogged injection nozzle, all of which may need adjustment, repair, or replacement. Also, check for excessive engine oil and reduce it to the specified level, or worn/stuck piston rings and cylinder, requiring repair or replacement. Incorrect injection timing may also be the reason, so adjust it.
  • K
    Katie RoseSep 1, 2025
    Why does my Kubota Lawn Mower have deficient output?
    • C
      Carla MartinSep 1, 2025
      If your Kubota Lawn Mower has deficient output, it could be due to several factors. Check the injection timing and adjust if necessary. The engine's moving parts might be seizing, requiring repair or replacement. A malfunctioning injection pump or deficient nozzle injection could also be the cause, necessitating repair or replacement. Look for compression leaks, which would require replacing the head gasket and tightening the cylinder head screw, glow plug, and nozzle holder. Lastly, ensure the air cleaner isn't dirty or clogged; clean or replace it if needed.
  • K
    Kevin KimSep 4, 2025
    Why is the battery on my Kubota G26 Lawn Mower quickly discharged?
    • A
      Aaron WheelerSep 4, 2025
      If your Kubota Lawn Mower battery is quickly discharging, the battery electrolyte might be insufficient; replenish with distilled water and charge. A slipping fan belt can also cause this, so adjust the belt tension or replace it. Check for disconnected wiring and connect if necessary. The alternator or the battery itself might be defective, requiring replacement.
  • E
    Ebony MillerSep 7, 2025
    Why is fuel mixed into the lubricant oil in my Kubota G26 Lawn Mower?
    • G
      gonzalezbrandonSep 7, 2025
      If fuel is mixed into the lubricant oil of your Kubota Lawn Mower, it might be due to a worn injection pump plunger, which would need repair or replacement. Deficient nozzle injection can also cause this issue, requiring the nozzle to be repaired or replaced. In some cases, the injection pump might be broken and needs replacing.
  • K
    Kathryn AndersonSep 9, 2025
    Why is water mixed into the lubricant oil in my Kubota G26?
    • M
      Michelle GarrettSep 9, 2025
      If water is mixed into the lubricant oil of your Kubota Lawn Mower, the head gasket might be defective and needs replacement. Alternatively, the cylinder block or cylinder head could be flawed, requiring replacement.

Summary

Information

Safety First

Details crucial safety instructions, hazard warnings, and important notes for operating and servicing the machine.

Safety Decals

Illustrates and explains various safety decals found on the machine to ensure user awareness of potential hazards.

Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the G23 and G26 models, including engine, capacities, dimensions, and PTO.

Dimensions

Presents dimensional drawings and measurements for the G23 and G26 models, illustrating overall length, width, height, and wheelbase.

General

Tractor Identification

Details how to identify the machine and engine serial numbers, and the mower serial number for reference.

General Precautions

Provides essential guidelines for disassembly, reassembly, tool usage, parts, and fluid handling to ensure safety and performance.

Handling Precautions for Electrical Parts and Wiring

Offers crucial advice on safely handling electrical components, wiring, battery, fuses, and connectors to prevent damage and ensure safety.

Lubricants, Fuel and Coolant

Specifies the types and capacities of lubricants, fuel, and coolant required for the machine, along with greasing points.

Tightening Torques

Lists the specified tightening torques for various screws, bolts, and nuts used in general applications and specific engine parts.

Maintenance Check List

Presents a comprehensive maintenance schedule based on hour meter readings and time intervals for various machine components.

Check and Maintenance

Details daily checks, and specific maintenance checks at different hour intervals, including fluid levels, belts, and safety devices.

Special Tools

Lists and describes special tools required for engine and tractor servicing, including puller sets, compressors, and testers.

Tyre Pressure and Wheel

Provides guidelines for checking and maintaining correct tyre pressure and wheel tightening torques for safe operation.

Engine

Troubleshooting

Lists common engine symptoms, probable causes, solutions, and corresponding reference pages for troubleshooting.

Servicing Specifications

Provides factory specifications and allowable limits for various engine body components like valve clearance, compression, and dimensions.

Tightening Torques

Lists the specified tightening torques for various screws, bolts, and nuts used in the engine section.

Checking, Disassembling and Servicing

Details procedures for checking engine components like compression pressure, valve clearance, and cylinder wear.

Transaxle

Structure

Illustrates the overall transaxle structure, identifying key sections like HST, brake, rear axle, and differential gear.

HST Section

Details the components and operation of the hydrostatic transmission, including pump, motor, and valve system.

Rear Axle

Shows the components of the rear axle case assembly, including differential lock clutch and gears.

Brake

Illustrates the brake system's components, such as cam lever, actuator, brake disk, and friction plate.

PTO Clutch

Explains the mechanical and hydraulic PTO clutch systems, including their engaged and disengaged states and component parts.

Steering

Hydraulic Circuit

Presents the hydraulic circuit diagram for the G23 model with mechanical PTO, illustrating oil flow and components.

Steering Controller

Details the steering controller, including its control valve, metering device, and relief valve functions and operation.

Steering Cylinder

Describes the steering cylinder, a single piston, double-acting type, and its connection to the front axle via tie-rods.

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Circuit

Illustrates the hydraulic circuit for the G23 Mechanical PTO (LD Model), detailing pump, control valve, and cylinder functions.

Hydraulic Pump

Explains the composition and specifications of the hydraulic pump, including displacement and condition.

Relief Valve

Describes the relief valve's function in restricting maximum pressure, its location, and operating principles.

Flow Priority Valve

Explains the flow priority valve as a flow divider that actuates two circuits simultaneously, feeding fixed flow to PF port.

Control Valve

Details the control valve body components and shows spool positions for various functions like mower lift and dump.

Lift Cylinder

Describes the mower lift cylinder, dump cylinder (LD/HD), and grass collector lift cylinder (HD) construction and operation.

Electrical System

Wiring Diagram

Provides detailed wiring diagrams for the G23 and G26 models, illustrating electrical connections and component locations.

Starting System

Explains the starting circuit operation, including main switch, starter, battery, and glow plug functions.

Safety Switch

Details the types of safety switches used, including normal open and normal close, and their continuity checks.

Charging System

Explains the charging system's role in supplying power and charging the battery, including alternator and IC regulator.

Lighting System

Covers the lighting system components such as headlights, turn signals, hazard lights, and their troubleshooting.

Gauges

Details the electrical circuits for gauges like hour meter, tachometer, fuel level, and water temperature gauges.

Buzzer System

Explains the buzzer system, including its electrical circuit, function, and the grass collector duct switch.

Mower

Power Transmission

Illustrates the power transmission path from the engine flywheel to the mower blades, detailing components like PTO clutch and universal joint.

Mower Gear Case Power Train

Shows the component parts within the mower center case, bevel gear case, and blade spindle shafts.

Lifting Mechanism

Describes the mower lift mechanism, explaining how the mower deck is lifted using the mower lift cylinder and associated linkages.

Grass Collector

Troubleshooting

Lists common symptoms related to the grass collector, probable causes, solutions, and reference pages for troubleshooting.

Servicing Specifications

Provides specifications for the grass collector link plate, ensuring smooth and tight operation of the bag frame.

Tightening Torques

Lists specified tightening torques for bag frame mounting bolts, nuts, hydraulic lift cylinder lines, and dump cylinder adaptors.

Checking, Disassembling and Servicing

Details procedures for checking the grass collector bag rear frame opening and closing mechanism.

Kubota G26 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine Power25.5 HP
Fuel TypeDiesel
TransmissionHydrostatic
Blades3
Blade EngagementElectric PTO clutch
EngineKubota D1105
Displacement1123 cc
Fuel Capacity6.6 gallons
Engine TypeDiesel
Fuel Tank Capacity6.6 gallons
Number of speedsInfinite (Hydrostatic)

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