Kioti CK20 User manual

Congratulations on being an owner of a versatile KIOTI CK20 tractor. This tractor has been designed with the
finest materials and under rigid quality control standards set forth by the DAEDONG engineering department.
Knowledge of tractor operation is essential for many years of dependable service and reliability. This manual
is given to help you familiarize yourself with the CK20 tractor and to give you helpful information about tractor
safety, operation and maintenance. It is the policy of KIOTI to provide each KIOTI tractor owner with a detailed
owner’s manual to help you answer many questions. If the information you are seeking is not found in this
manual, your KIOTI tractor dealer will be happy to help you.
Please feel free to contact DAEDONG IND.CO.,LTD.
Throughout this manual, you will see text in italics, preceded by the words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or
IMPORTANT.
Such text has the following significance.
Signs Description
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
This mark indicates hazardous situation which, if not observed, may result in death or
fatal injury.
This mark should be indicated for most dangerous situations only.
This mark indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not observed, may result in
minor or moderate injury. And this mark can be used as a warning against unsafe
activities.
This mark indicates emphasis on notable characteristics in working procedures or infor-
mation on working procedures and technology for convenient use.
This mark indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not observed, may result in
death or moderate injury.
FOREWORD

Abbreviations
4WD
API
ASAE
ASTM
fpm
Hi-Lo
HST
m/s
P.T.O
RH/LH
ROPS
m-1(rpm)
S-1(r/s)
SAE
SMV
Definitions
Four Wheel Drive
American Petroleum Institute
American Society of Agricultural Engineers, USA
American Society of Testing and Materials, USA
Feet Per Minute
High Speed-Low Speed
Hydrostatic Transmission
Meters Per Second
Power Take OFF
Right-hand and Left-hand sides are determined by
facing in the direction of forward travel
Roll-Over Protective Structures
Revolutions Per Minute
Revolutions Per Second
Society of Automotive Engineers, USA
Slow Moving Vehicle
ABBREVIATION LIST

Various universal symbols have been used on the instruments and controls of your KIOTI tractor. Below is a list of the universal
symbols and their meanings.
Safety Alert Symbol
Fuel-Level
Engine Coolant-Temperature
Parking Brake
Battery Charging Condition
Engine Oil-Pressure
Turn Signal
Power Take-OFF Clutch Control-OFF Position
Power Take-OFF Clutch Control-ON Position
Differential Lock
Position Control-Raised Position
Position Control-Lowered Position
Hazard Warning Lights
Master Lighting Switch
Position Lamps
Headlight-Low Beam
Headlight-High Beam
Audible Warning Device
Four-Wheel Drive-ON
Four-Wheel Drive-OFF
Fast
Slow
UNIVERSALSYMBOLS

1. SAFETYPRECAUTIONS .......................................................
2. SERVICING ............................................................................
3. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................
4. INSTRUMENT PANELAND CONTROLS ..............................
5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK.....................................................
6. OPERATING THE ENGINE ....................................................
7. OPERATING THE TRACTOR ................................................
8. THREE-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR .....................................
9. HYDRAULIC UNIT..................................................................
10. TIRES,WHEELSANDBALLAST............................................
11. MAINTENANCE ......................................................................
12. PERIODIC SERVICE ..............................................................
13. STORAGE ..............................................................................
14. TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................
15. OPTIONS ...............................................................................
16. INDEX.....................................................................................
CONTENTS

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR
OPERATING THE TRACTOR
DRIVING THE TRACTOR
PARKING THE TRACTOR
OPERATING THE P.T.O
USING 3-POINT HITCH
SERVICING THE TRACTOR
TRACTOR SAFETY LABELS
1SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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A careful operator is the best operator.
Most accidents can be avoided by ob-
serving certain precautions. To help pre-
vent accidents, read and take these
safety precautions and pay attention to
the job at hand. If you can prevent an
accident in advance, your time will have
been spent well.
BEFORE OPERATING THE
TRACTOR
6. When getting on and off the tractor,
handholds and step plates should al-
ways be used. This will help to pre-
vent accidental slips trips and falls.
7. Be sure to scrape off mud or soil from
your shoes before mounting the tractor.
8. Watch where you are going at all times
so that you are able to avoid ob-
stacles that can cause injury or dam-
age to your tractor.
9. When starting thetractormake sure your
path is clear of people to avoid acci-
dents caused by sudden movements.
10.Before making reverse movements
with you tractor you should always
check to see that the path is clear.
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1. It is recommended that you read and
understand this entire manual before
operation of your new tractor. Failure
to do so could result in accidents or
injury.
2. Only persons who are properly trained
should be allowed to operate the
tractor.
3. Read and follow all warning labels and
decals affixed on the tractor.
4. Replace any missing or damaged de-
cals as soon as practical. A list on
decals is shown on page1-14.
5. Keep safety decals clean from dirt and
debris.

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11.Never operate this tractor or any other
agricultural equipment while under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or while
fatigued.
12.While working in cooperation with
other tractors always communicate
your intentions.
13.Do not start your tractor by shorting
across the starter.
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16.All persons using the tractor should
have knowledge of its proper
operation, and should read this manual
carefully.
17.Never get off the tractor without shut-
ting off the tractor, setting the park-
ing brake, and lowering the implement
to the ground.
18.No alterations should be made to your
KIOTI tractor without first consulting
you KIOTI dealer.
14.Never start the engine while standing
on the ground.
15.Only the operator should ride on the
tractor unless a passenger seat is
installed. Keep bystanderds away
from the tractor while in operation.

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A ROPS should never be modified by
welding, grinding, or cutting, as this can
weaken the ROPS structure. If any com-
ponents of the ROPS unit is damaged it
must be replaced.
If the ROPS unit is removed or loosened
for any reason, the parts should be fit-
ted back to their originals position and all
bolts should be properly torqued.
NOTE
Always use seat belt when the trac-
tor is equipped with a ROPS. Never
use the seat belt when tractor is not
equipped with a ROPS.
(ROPS:Roll-OverProtectiveStructures)
21.Extra caution should be taken when
driving tractors with narrow tread
widths. For added stability you should
adjust you rear wheel tread width,
see page 12-20.
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19.Before starting your tractor you
should disengage the clutch, and in-
sure that all shift levers are in the
neutral position.
20.For your safety ROPS with a seat belt
is recommended for most applications.
(1) Tread

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1. Avoid accidental contact with gear
shift levers while the engine is
running. Unexpected tractor move-
ments can result in bodily injury.
2. Do not park your tractor on a steep
incline, and remember to shut off the
engine and P.T.O before dismounting
the tractor.
OPERATING THE TRACTOR
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3. Do not operate your tractor in an en-
closed building without the proper
ventilation. Exhaust fumes can cause
serious injury or death.

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7. Do not leave equipment in the raised
position when the vehicle is stopped
or unattended.
8. When using implements or attachments
with your tractor you should first read
their respective owner’s manual. You
should always keep their safe opera-
tion procedures in mind.
9. You should be familiar with your
equipment and its limitations.
10.Always use the proper ballast weight
on your tractor when using rear
implements.
4. Make sure that all pressured lines are
tight before starting the tractor.
5. Pull only from the drawbar. Never hitch
anything to the axle housing or any
other point except the drawbar. Such
arrangements only increase the risk
of serious personal injury or death.
6. If the front of the tractor tends to rise
up when heavy implements are at-
tached to the three point hitch, from
weights should be installed on the
tractor. Do not operate the tractor with
a light front end.
(1) Drawbar

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1-7
11.Driving forward out of a ditch or steep
inclines can cause the tractor to tip
over backwards. To avoid this you
should back out of these positions.
Four wheel drive tractors can give
you a false sense of security in the
tractors ability to maneuver out of
these positions, so extra caution
should be taken.
12.You should watch for and avoid ob-
stacles at row ends, near trees, and
around other obstructions.
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14. Never try to get on or off a moving
tractor.
15. When working in groups, always let
the others know what you are going
to do before you do it.
16. Never “freewheel”. Disengaging the
clutch or shifting into neutral while
descending a slope could lead to a
loss of control.
17. Do not operate near ditches, holes,
embankments, or other terrain fea-
tures which may collapse under the
tractor’s weight. The risk of tractor
upset is even higher when the ground
is loose or wet.
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13.If abused or used incorrectly your
tractor can become dangerous to you
and bystanders. Overloading your
tractor or using unsafe equipment can
also be dangerous and should be
avoided. Refer to the “Specifications
of Implement Limitation”, which out-
lines the maximum load for safe trac-
tor operation.

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2. Always slow the tractor down before
turning. Turning at high speed may tip
the tractor over.
1. Lock the brake pedals together when
traveling at road speeds. Brake both
wheels simultaneously when making
an emergency stop. Uneven braking
at road speeds could cause the trac-
tor to tip over.
DRIVING THE TRACTOR
CK20 CK20H
(1) Brake Pedal Lock (2) Brake Pedal (L)
(3) Brake Pedal (R) (1) Brake Pedal Lock (2) Brake Pedal (L) (3) Brake Pedal (R)

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3. Make sure that the Slow Moving Ve-
hicle (SMV) sign is clean and visible.
Use hazard lights as required.
4. Observe all local traffic and safety
regulations.
5. Turn the headlights on. Dim them when
meeting another vehicle.
6. Drive at speeds that allow you to main-
tain control at all times.
7. Do not apply the differential lock while
traveling at road speeds. The tractor
may run out of control.
8. Avoid sudden movements of the
steering wheel as it can cause a loss
of control of the tractor. This risk is
especially great when traveling at
road speeds.
9. Do not operate an implement while the
tractor is on the road. Lock the three
pint hitch in the raised position.
10.When towing other equipment, use a
safety chain and place an SMV em-
blem on it as well.
(1) SMVEmblem
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1. Disengage the P.T.O, lower all
implements, place all control levers in
the neutral position, set the parking
brake, stop the engine, and remove
the key.
PARKING THE TRACTOR
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EU

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3. Before installing or using P.T.O driven
equipment, read the maunfacturer’s
manual and review the safety labels
attached to the equipment.
4. When operating stationary P.T.O
driven equipment, always apply the
tractor parking brake and place chocks
behind and in front of the rear wheels.
Stay clear of all rotating parts.
(1) 3-point hitch lowering speed knob
(A) ”FAST” (C) ”LOCK”
(B) ”SLOW”
USING 3-POINT HITCH
1. Use the 3-point hitch only with equip-
ment designed for 3-point hitch usage.
2. When using a 3-point hitch mounted
implement, be sure to install the proper
counterbalance weight on the front of
the tractor.
3. When transporting on the road, set the
implement lowering control in the
“LOCK” position to hold the implement
in the raised position.
(1) P.T.O Shaft Cap (2) P.T.O Shaft Cover
OPERATING THE P.T.O
1. Make sure the tractor is completely
stopped, and all moving components
have completely stopped, before
connecting, disconnecting, adjusting,
cleaning, or servicing any P.T.O driven
equipment.
2. Keep the P.T.O shaft cover in place at
all times. Replace the P.T.O shaft cap
when the shaft is not in use.

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4. Before jump starting a dead battery,
read and follow all of the instructions.
5. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher
handy at all times.
In order to service your tractor you must
park it on a flat level surface, set the
parking brake, place the gear shift level
in neutral and stop the engine.
1. Allow the tractor time to cool off before
servicing any part that may have be-
come hot while the tractor was running.
2. You must always stop the engine be-
fore refueling the tractor. Avoid over-
filling the tractor or spilling the fuel.
3. Do not smoke while working around the
battery or when refueling your tractor.
Keep all sparks and flames away for
the battery and fuel tank. The battery
presents an explosive hazard because
it gives off hydrogen and oxygen… es-
pecially when recharging.
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6. Do not remove the radiator cap while
the coolant is hot. When cool, slowly
rotate the cap to the first stop and al-
low sufficient time for excess pres-
sure to escape. After all the pressure
is released remove the cap completely.
If your tractor is equipped with a cool-
ant recovery tank, add coolant there
instead of to the radiator.

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9. Tire mounting should be done by quali-
fied professionals, with the proper
equipment.
10.Maintaining correct tire pressure is im-
portant for the life of your tires. You
should not inflate the tires above the
recommended pressure specified in
the owner’s manual.
(1) Cardboard (3) Magnifying Glass
(2) Hydraulic Line
11. Securely support the tractor when
changing wheels or the wheel tread
width.
12. Make sure that wheel bolts have been
tightened to the specified torque.
13. Escaping hydraulic fluid under pres-
sure has sufficient force to penetrate
skin, causing serious personal injury.
Before disconnecting hydraulic lines,
besuretoreleaseallresidual pressure.
Before apping pressure to the hy-
draulic system, make sure that all
connections are tight and that all line,
pipes, and hoses are free of damage.
7. When working with your tractors elec-
trical components you must first dis-
connect the battery cables.
8. To ensure that there are no accidents
from sparks you must first disconnect
the negative battery cable.

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14. Fluid escaping from pinholes may be
invisible. Do not use hands to search
for suspected leaks;
Use a piece of cardbord or wood,
instead. Use of safety goggles or
other eye protection is also highly
recommended. If injured by escap-
ing fluid, see a medical doctor at
once. This fluid can produce gan-
grene or severe allergic reaction.

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TRACTOR SAFETY LABELS
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