Kubota KX040-4 - User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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Summary

SAFE OPERATION

BEFORE OPERATION

Steps to take before starting excavator operation.

OPERATING THE EXCAVATOR

Instructions for safely operating the excavator.

AFTER OPERATION

Procedures to follow after completing excavator operation.

SAFE LOADING AND TRANSPORT OF THE EXCAVATOR

Guidelines for safely loading and transporting the excavator.

MAINTENANCE

Procedures and precautions for maintaining the excavator.

DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS

Identifies and explains various danger, warning, and caution labels.

DEALER SERVICE

TECHNICAL DATA

DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE PARTS

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROL ELEMENTS

Control Pedals and Levers

Explains the function and operation of control pedals and levers.

CHECKS BEFORE START

DAILY CHECKS

Daily inspection items to ensure safe operation and prevent damage.

CHECKING THE DEVICES

How to check various devices and switches on the excavator.

LCD Display for Normal Operation

Explanation of the normal operation screen and its indicators.

Coolant Temperature Gauge

How to read and interpret the coolant temperature gauge.

Overheat warning

Describes overheat warnings and recommended actions.

Warning Lamp

Explains the function of warning lamps for system issues.

Engine oil pressure low warning

Warning for low engine oil pressure and recommended actions.

Setting the Clock

Step-by-step guide to setting the clock on the display.

Periodic Check

Notification and procedure for periodic maintenance checks.

AUX Port Flow Rate Limit Switch

How to adjust the maximum flow rate for the AUX port.

Auto Idle Switch

How to enable and disable the Auto Idle control.

Travel Speed Switch

How to switch between dual travel speeds.

Inhibit Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration Switch

How to disable Auto DPF regeneration cycle.

ECO MODE

How to engage ECO mode for better fuel efficiency.

Opening;Closing of CAB Door

Procedures for opening and closing the cab door.

Opening;Closing of Front CAB Window

Procedures for opening and closing the front cab window.

Opening;Closing of Side CAB Window

Procedures for opening and closing the side cab window.

Pilot Control Lock Lever

Proper use of the pilot control lock lever for safety.

OPERATION OF THE ENGINE

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine.

STARTING WITH AN AUXILIARY BATTERY

How to start the engine using an auxiliary battery.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Procedures for safely stopping the engine.

EXCAVATOR OPERATION

RUNNING-IN OF THE NEW EXCAVATOR

Procedures for breaking in a new excavator.

Adjusting the Operators Seat

How to adjust the operator's seat for comfort and safety.

DRIVING

Instructions and safety precautions for driving the excavator.

TWO PATTERN SELECTION SYSTEM(TPSS)

Explanation of the Two Pattern Selection System and its operation.

OPERATION OF THE BOOM

How to operate the boom for raising and lowering.

OPERATION OF THE ARM

How to operate the arm for extending and retracting.

OPERATION OF THE BUCKET

How to operate the bucket for digging and dumping.

AUXILIARY PORT OPERATION

How to use and configure auxiliary hydraulic ports.

Setting the Maximum Flow Volume

How to set the maximum flow volume for auxiliary ports.

HOW TO RELEASE PRESSURE TRAPPED IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Procedures to safely release hydraulic system pressure.

ANTI-THEFT DEVICE (for KCL only)

Information on the anti-theft device and its operation.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON EXCAVATOR OPERATION

Key operational advice and warnings for excavator use.

TRANSPORTING THE EXCAVATOR ON A VEHICLE

Towing the machine

Procedures and precautions for towing the excavator.

LIFTING OF THE EXCAVATOR

Tackle

Recommended tackle and weights for lifting the excavator.

Lifting

General guidelines and safety for lifting operations.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE INTERVALS

Table of maintenance checks and their intervals.

Changing Engine Oil

Procedure for changing engine oil.

Hydraulic Oil Change (Including Replacing of the Suction Filter in the Hydraulic Tank)

Changing hydraulic oil and suction filter.

ANNUAL SERVICING

Annual maintenance tasks.

REGULAR CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE WORK

EVERY 50 SERVICE HOURS

Maintenance tasks to be performed every 50 service hours.

EVERY 500 SERVICE HOURS

Maintenance tasks for every 500 service hours.

EVERY 1000 SERVICE HOURS

Maintenance tasks for every 1000 service hours.

EVERY 1500 SERVICE HOURS

Maintenance tasks for every 1500 service hours.

EVERY 2000 SERVICE HOURS

Maintenance tasks for every 2000 service hours.

EVERY 3000 SERVICE HOURS

Maintenance tasks for every 3000 service hours.

OPERATIONS UNDER COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS

PREPARATION FOR OPERATION IN COLD WEATHER

Steps to prepare the excavator for cold weather operation.

LONG STORAGE

Should the Excavator be Stored for a Longer Period of Time, Observe Following Procedures

Specific procedures for long-term storage.

RECOMMENDED OILS

Engine Oil

Recommended engine oils based on ambient temperatures.

APPENDICES

MAIN DIMENSIONS

Key dimensions of the excavator model.

LIFTING CAPACITY

LIFTING CAPACITY OVER-END BLADE DOWN

Lifting capacity data for over-end blade down configuration.

LIST OF SCREENS

LIST OF NORMAL SCREENS

Details of normal operating screens and their meanings.

NAVIGATION LIST OF SCREENS

List of navigation messages and error indicators.

Engine oil pressure error

Message indicating low engine oil pressure and recommended actions.

Anti-theft system error

Message indicating a fault in the anti-theft system.

Raise engine speed Now HP is limited

Requirement for DPF regeneration with limited engine speed.

Kubota KX040-4 Specifications

General

Brand	Kubota
Model	KX040-4
Category	Compact Excavator
Language	English