• Securely support the tractor when either changing
wheels or adjusting the width of wheel tread.
• Make sure that the wheel bolts have been tightened
to the specified torque. See WHEEL TREAD on
page 89.
• Do not work under any hydraulically supported
devices. They can settle, suddenly leak down, or be
accidentally lowered. If it is necessary to work
under the tractor or any machine elements for
servicing or adjustment, securely support them with
stands or suitable blocking beforehand.
• Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure obtains
sufficient force to penetrate skin, so escaping
hydraulic fluid under pressure can cause serious
personal injury. Before disconnecting the hydraulic
lines, be sure to release all residual pressure.
Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system,
make sure that all connections are tight and that all
lines, pipes, and hoses are free of damage.
• Hydraulic fluid escaping from pinholes may be
invisible. Do not use hands to search for suspected
leaks. Use a piece of cardboard or wood to search
for suspected leaks. You should use safety goggles
or other eye protection. If injured by escaping fluid,
see a medical doctor at once. Hydraulic fluid will
produce gangrene or severe allergic reaction.
(1) Cardboard
(2) Hydraulic line
(3) Magnifying glass
• Waste products such as used oil, fuel, hydraulic
fluid, and batteries, can harm the environment,
people, pets, and wildlife. Please dispose properly.
See your local recycling center or KUBOTA Dealer
to learn how to recycle or get rid of waste products.
PRECAUTIONS OF THE
LOADER
You can avoid most accidents of the loader equipment
by simple safety precautions.
Safety precautions of the loader, if you follow at all
times, will help you operate your loader safely.
1. Precautions before operating the
loader
• Read and understand all instructions and
precautions in both the tractor and the loader
operator's manuals before using the loader.
Lack of knowledge can lead to accidents.
• It is the owner's responsibility to make sure that
anyone who will operate the loader reads this
manual first and becomes familiar with the safe
operation of the loader.
• For your safety, KUBOTA strongly recommend
using a ROPS (roll-overprotective-structures) with a
seat belt in almost all applications. If your tractor
equips a foldable ROPS, fold it down only when
absolutely necessary and raise it up and lock it
again as soon as possible. Do not wear the seat
belt when a foldable ROPS is down or a fixed
ROPS is removed. If you get any questions, consult
your local KUBOTA dealer.
Always use the seat belt when the tractor is
equipped with a ROPS. Never use the seat belt
when the tractor is not equipped with a ROPS.
• Visually check for hydraulic leaks and broken,
missing, or malfunctioning parts.
Perform necessary repairs before operating the
loader.
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