Kubota KX027 User manual

GB
KX027-4 - Valid from serial no. 52158
KX030-4 - Valid from serial no. 50740
COMPACT EXCAVATOR
MODEL
KX027-4
KX030-4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Dear valued customer,
please fill in the form below. Your information will help us to help you.
Please contact your KUBOTA dealer for any additional information or troubleshooting procedures not mentioned
in these operating instructions.
We would also like to point out that the contents of these operating instructions are not part of any previously ex-
isting agreement, commitment or legal relationship nor do they constitute an amendment this. All responsibilities
are taken from the respective sales contract, which contains the complete and exclusively valid contractual war-
ranty, refer to the "Duties, liability and warranty" section (page 13). This documentation neither extends nor re-
stricts the contractual warranty.
KUBOTA Baumaschinen GmbH reserves the right to change the information contained in this document with re-
spect to future technical development without altering the basic characteristics of the excavators described herein
and without amending this document.
Distribution and reproduction of this documentation and disclosure of its content are not allowed unless express
consent is given by the manufacturer. Violators of the above terms are liable for compensation for damages.
Type:
Year of construction:
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CONTENTS
Abbreviations .......................................................................................................................................... 7
General symbols ..................................................................................................................................... 8
GENERAL INFORMATION .............................................................................................................. 9
Foreword .................................................................................................................................................. 9
EC Declaration of Conformity .............................................................................................................. 10
Date of issue of the operating instructions ........................................................................................ 10
Operating personnel ............................................................................................................................. 10
Location of the operating instructions................................................................................................ 11
Spare parts............................................................................................................................................. 12
SAFETY RULES ............................................................................................................................. 13
Basic safety instructions...................................................................................................................... 13
Duties, liability and warranty................................................................................................................ 13
Safety symbols ...................................................................................................................................... 14
Approved use ........................................................................................................................................ 15
Unapproved use .................................................................................................................................... 15
Special duties of the owner.................................................................................................................. 16
Noise emission and vibration .............................................................................................................. 17
Danger, warning and safety labels on the machine........................................................................... 17
Safety devices ....................................................................................................................................... 26
Locking the controls ........................................................................................................................... 26
Engine stop knob ............................................................................................................................... 26
Protective structure canopy and cab .................................................................................................. 27
Emergency hammer ........................................................................................................................... 28
Hazards coming from the hydraulic system....................................................................................... 28
Fire protection ....................................................................................................................................... 29
RECOVERY, LOADING AND TRANSPORT ................................................................................. 31
Safety rules for recovery ...................................................................................................................... 31
Safety rules while loading with a crane .............................................................................................. 31
Safety rules for transport ..................................................................................................................... 32
Recovery ................................................................................................................................................ 33
Hoisting the excavator with a crane .................................................................................................... 33
Transport on a flat bed trailer .............................................................................................................. 35
DESCRIPTION OF THE EXCAVATOR .......................................................................................... 37
Dimensions ............................................................................................................................................ 37
Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 39
Identification of the excavator ............................................................................................................. 44
Serial # of the machine ...................................................................................................................... 44
Identification of the engine ................................................................................................................. 44
Standard equipment.............................................................................................................................. 45
ASSEMBLY AND FUNCTIONS...................................................................................................... 47
Component overview ............................................................................................................................ 47
Operator's place .................................................................................................................................... 48
Left control console ............................................................................................................................ 48
Drive levers and control pedals .......................................................................................................... 49
Right control console.......................................................................................................................... 50
Display and control unit...................................................................................................................... 51
Other equipment at the operator's place ............................................................................................ 53
Interior lighting (cab version) .............................................................................................................. 53
Fuse box ............................................................................................................................................ 53
Tool compartment .............................................................................................................................. 54
Cup holder.......................................................................................................................................... 54
12-V socket ........................................................................................................................................ 54

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Other equipment to be found on the machine .................................................................................... 55
Main battery........................................................................................................................................ 55
Battery isolator.................................................................................................................................... 55
Return change valve for direct return flow.......................................................................................... 55
Tank filler neck and fill level monitor................................................................................................... 56
Main fuses .......................................................................................................................................... 56
Rear view mirror ................................................................................................................................. 56
Heating and ventilation (cab version) ................................................................................................. 57
Hydraulic oil tank ................................................................................................................................ 58
Coolant radiator and hydraulic oil radiator.......................................................................................... 58
Engine compartment ............................................................................................................................. 59
OPERATION....................................................................................................................................61
Safety rules for operation ..................................................................................................................... 61
Safety for children............................................................................................................................... 62
Guiding the operator........................................................................................................................... 62
Working in the vicinity of overhead power lines.................................................................................. 63
Working in the vicinity of underground power lines ............................................................................ 63
Initial operation...................................................................................................................................... 63
Getting on the excavator .................................................................................................................... 64
Explanation of the display indications................................................................................................. 64
Setting the clock ................................................................................................................................. 65
Running in the excavator.................................................................................................................... 66
Special maintenance instructions ....................................................................................................... 66
Pre-operational services....................................................................................................................... 66
Walk-around inspection ...................................................................................................................... 66
Dust valve - cleaning .......................................................................................................................... 67
Engine oil level - check....................................................................................................................... 67
Coolant level - check .......................................................................................................................... 67
Coolant radiator and oil cooler - check ............................................................................................... 68
V-belt - check...................................................................................................................................... 68
Exhaust system leakage - check ........................................................................................................ 69
Hydraulic oil level - check ................................................................................................................... 69
Water separator - check ..................................................................................................................... 69
Bucket bolt and bucket linkage bolt - grease...................................................................................... 70
Swing bracket - grease....................................................................................................................... 70
Other greasing points - grease ........................................................................................................... 71
Fuel level - check................................................................................................................................ 72
Washer system liquid level (cab version) - check............................................................................... 72
Electrical instrumentation - check....................................................................................................... 72
Setting up the workplace ...................................................................................................................... 73
Opening and closing the cab door (cab version) ................................................................................ 73
Opening and closing the windows (cab version) ................................................................................ 74
Adjusting the operator's seat .............................................................................................................. 75
Rear view mirrors adjustment............................................................................................................. 76
Seat belt ............................................................................................................................................. 76
Operating the excavator ....................................................................................................................... 77
Safety instructions for starting the engine .......................................................................................... 77
Starting the engine ............................................................................................................................. 77
Stopping the engine............................................................................................................................ 79
Observation of the displays after starting and during operation ......................................................... 79
Driving with the excavator .................................................................................................................. 82
Driving uphill and downhill .................................................................................................................. 86
Stopping on gradients......................................................................................................................... 86
Notes for rubber crawler operation ..................................................................................................... 87
Operating the controls during excavation work .................................................................................. 88
Note on using wider and deeper buckets......................................................................................... 88
Operating the dozer ......................................................................................................................... 89
Overview of control lever functions .................................................................................................. 89

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Operating the boom ......................................................................................................................... 90
Operating the arm............................................................................................................................ 91
Operating the bucket ....................................................................................................................... 92
Swivelling the swivel frame.............................................................................................................. 93
Swinging the boom .......................................................................................................................... 93
Operating the auxiliary port.............................................................................................................. 94
One way hold operation (KX027-4 HI, KX030-4 HI) ........................................................................ 97
Operating modes (KX027-4 HI, KX030-4 HI)................................................................................... 98
Setting the flow rate (KX027-4 HI, KX030-4 HI) .............................................................................. 99
Return change valve for direct return flow..................................................................................... 103
Relieving pressure from the hydraulic system ............................................................................... 104
Releasing pressure from the auxiliary ports (KX027-4 HI, KX030-4 HI)........................................ 105
Placing out of operation ..................................................................................................................... 107
Operating other equipment at the operator's place ......................................................................... 108
Operating the heating system (cab version) .................................................................................... 108
Operating the wiper/washer system (cab version) ........................................................................... 110
Operating the interior light (cab version) .......................................................................................... 111
Operating the rotary beacon (accessories) ...................................................................................... 111
Operating the 12 V plug ................................................................................................................... 111
Operating the working lights............................................................................................................. 112
Operating the battery isolator ........................................................................................................... 112
Cold weather operation ...................................................................................................................... 113
Necessary preparations prior to the winter season .......................................................................... 113
Operation during the winter season ................................................................................................. 113
Jump-starting the excavator .............................................................................................................. 114
Operating in emergency situations ................................................................................................... 115
Engine stop knob ............................................................................................................................. 115
Manual lowering of the front attachments ........................................................................................1
15
Maintenance......................................................................................................................................... 116
Filling up the washer system ............................................................................................................ 116
Checking the antifreeze strength of the coolant ............................................................................... 116
Refilling the coolant.......................................................................................................................... 117
Refuelling the excavator................................................................................................................... 118
Fill level monitor when refuelling ...................................................................................................... 118
Bleeding the fuel system .................................................................................................................. 119
Replacing the fuses.......................................................................................................................... 119
Fuse layout of the fuse box............................................................................................................ 120
Main fuses ..................................................................................................................................... 121
Cleaning the excavator .................................................................................................................... 121
Replacing the bucket .......................................................................................................................... 122
Anti-theft system ................................................................................................................................. 122
Black (individual) key ....................................................................................................................... 123
Red key (for registering)................................................................................................................... 123
The key system ................................................................................................................................ 123
Registering a black key for the machine .......................................................................................... 124
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................. 127
Safety rules for troubleshooting........................................................................................................ 127
Troubleshooting: Before operation ................................................................................................... 127
Troubleshooting: Operation............................................................................................................... 128
Troubleshooting: Display indications ............................................................................................... 130
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................................ 135
Safety rules for maintenance ............................................................................................................. 135
Personnel requirements ..................................................................................................................... 136
Repair work on the machine .............................................................................................................. 136
Maintenance intervals......................................................................................................................... 136
Maintenance interval display ............................................................................................................ 136
Operator maintenance chart ............................................................................................................ 138

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Skilled personnel maintenance chart................................................................................................ 140
Recommended lubricants................................................................................................................... 142
Make the maintenance points accessible ......................................................................................... 144
Opening/closing the engine compartment cover .............................................................................. 144
Opening/closing the side cover ........................................................................................................ 144
Opening and closing the left service cover....................................................................................... 145
Opening/closing the right ventilation grille ........................................................................................ 145
Maintenance work for the operator.................................................................................................... 146
Every 50 hours of operation ............................................................................................................... 146
Fuel tank - drain................................................................................................................................ 146
Battery service.................................................................................................................................. 147
Battery - check ............................................................................................................................... 147
Battery - load.................................................................................................................................. 147
Battery - change............................................................................................................................. 148
Swivel gear - grease......................................................................................................................... 149
Crawler tension - check/adjust ......................................................................................................... 149
Crawler tension - check ................................................................................................................. 150
Crawler tension - adjust ................................................................................................................. 151
Water separator - cleaning ............................................................................................................... 151
Every 200 hours of operation ............................................................................................................. 153
Swivel bearing - grease .................................................................................................................... 153
Fresh air filter - check/clean ............................................................................................................. 153
Air filter element - check/clean ......................................................................................................... 154
Coolant hoses and hose clamps - check.......................................................................................... 155
Fuel lines and air intake hoses - check ............................................................................................ 155
Servicing by skilled personnel........................................................................................................... 156
Every 250 hours of operation ............................................................................................................. 156
V-belt - adjust ................................................................................................................................... 156
Pilot valve - grease ........................................................................................................................... 156
Every 500 hours of operation ............................................................................................................. 157
Engine oil and oil filter - change ....................................................................................................... 157
Engine oil - drain ............................................................................................................................ 157
Engine oil filter - change ................................................................................................................ 157
Engine oil - fill................................................................................................................................. 158
Drive unit oil - change....................................................................................................................... 158
Fuel filter cartridge - change............................................................................................................. 159
Return filter - change ........................................................................................................................ 160
Every 1000 hours of operation ........................................................................................................... 161
Hydraulic oil - fill/change................................................................................................................... 161
Hydraulic oil - drain ........................................................................................................................ 161
Hydraulic oil - fill............................................................................................................................. 162
Suction filter - change....................................................................................................................... 163
Heating pipes and hoses - check ..................................................................................................... 163
In-line filter - change ......................................................................................................................... 164
Fresh air filter - change..................................................................................................................... 164
Air filter element - change................................................................................................................. 165
Pilot circuit filter - change ................................................................................................................. 165
Every 2 years ....................................................................................................................................... 167
Coolant - change .............................................................................................................................. 167
Bolted joints - check ........................................................................................................................... 169
Tightening torque for screws ............................................................................................................ 169
Tightening torque for hose clamps ................................................................................................... 169
Tightening torque for hydraulic hoses .............................................................................................. 170
Tightening torque for hydraulic pipes ............................................................................................... 170
Tightening torque for hydraulic adapters .......................................................................................... 170

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SAFETY INSPECTION ................................................................................................................. 171
TAKING OUT OF SERVICE AND STORAGE.............................................................................. 173
Safety rules for taking out of service and storage........................................................................... 173
Storage conditions.............................................................................................................................. 173
Measures before taking out of service.............................................................................................. 173
Measures during taking out of service.............................................................................................. 173
Start-up after taking out of service.................................................................................................... 174
LIFTING CAPACITY OF THE EXCAVATOR ............................................................................... 175
Constructive calculation of lifting capacity ...................................................................................... 175
Lifting attachment ............................................................................................................................... 176
Load suspension device..................................................................................................................... 177
Max. lifting capacity when rotating up to 360° ................................................................................. 179
ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................................ 189
KUBOTA rotary beacon ...................................................................................................................... 189
KUBOTA pipe safety valve ................................................................................................................. 189
KUBOTA overload warning system................................................................................................... 190
KUBOTA quick coupling systems and attachments........................................................................ 190
KUBOTA bucket accessories............................................................................................................. 190

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Abbreviations
1/min revolutions per minute
%percent
°degrees
°C Degrees Celsius
AAmpere
acc. according
API American Petroleum Institute
approx. approximately
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
bar Bar
CECE Committee for European Construction
Equipment
CO2carbon dioxide
dB decibel
DIN Deutsches Institut für Normung 
(German Institute for Standards)
e.g. for example
EMC electromagnetic compatibility
EN Europäische Norm (European standard)
GL Ground level
hHour
incl. including
ISO International Organisation for
Standardisation
kg kilogramme
km/h kilometre per hour
kN kilonewton
kV kilovolt
kW kilowatt
llitre
l/min litres per minute
LpA noise level operator's place
LwA measured sound power level
mmetre
m/s² metre per square second
m³ cubic metre
max. maximum
MIL Military Standards
mm millimetre
MPa Megapascal
NNewton
OPG Operator Protective Guard
resp. respectively
RMS Root Mean Square
ROPS Roll-Over Protective Structure 
(Roll-over protection)
ssecond
SAE Society of Automotive Engineers
tton
TOPS Tipping Over Protective Structure
VVolt

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General symbols
Warning light
Fuel indicator
Engine oil indicator
Charge indicator
Glow indicator
Hydraulic oil
Travel speed
Low speed
Forward travel
Backward travel
Raise boom
Lower boom
Arm dump
Arm crowd
Bucket crowd
Bucket dump
Indicator coolant temperature
Service interval indicator
Set clock indicator
Swivel boom (left)
Swivel boom (right)
Dozer up
Dozer down
Lever direction
Control lever direction
Rotary beacon
Display selector switch
Auxiliary port indicator
Working lights
Horn
Bolted
Released
Fan
Menu button
Insert key
Pull out Key
Indirect return flow
Direct return flow

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Foreword
These operating instructions only apply to KUBOTA excavators KX027-4 and KX030-4, which comply with
the following EC declaration of conformity (page 10).
The safety instructions and the rules and regulations for the use of excavators given in these operating instructions
apply to the excavators mentioned in this documentation.
It is the responsibility of the owner(s):
To ensure that local, regional and national regulations are observed,
To observe the bodies of rules (laws, regulations, guidelines, etc.) stated in the operating instructions to en-
sure safe handling of the equipment,
To ensure that the operating instructions are available to the operating personnel at all times and that the in-
formation, such as notes, warnings and safety rules and regulations, are followed in all points.
The data in the operating instructions apply for all models. Information pertaining solely to the equipment variant
high-spec is labelled with (KX027-4 HI or KX030-4 HI). Information pertaining to optional equipment is labelled
with (optional). Differences are highlighted (e.g. cab version or KX027-4, KX030-4)
The terms "front" and "direction of travel" refer to the view of the op-
erator when seated on the operator's seat. Forward direction of trav-
el means that the dozer is at the front when driving forwards as
shown in the figure.
The symbols for operating and safety instructions are listed under "Safety symbols" (page 14).
Direction of travel

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General information
EC Declaration of Conformity
With the EC Declaration of Conformity, KUBOTA Baumaschinen GmbH certifies that the excavator
complies with any applicable standards and regulations valid at the time it was placed on the mar-
ket. The CE conformity marking is located on the type plate and indicates compliance with the reg-
ulations.
If the excavator is modified or retrofitted without the approval of the manufacturer, the safety of the excavator may
be affected, thus rendering the EC declaration of conformity invalid.
The EC declaration of conformity is attached to the operating instructions upon delivery of the excavator.
Keep the EC declaration of conformity in a safe place and show it, if requested, to the responsible authorities.
Should the EC declaration of conformity be lost, please contact your KUBOTA dealer.
Hereby, ASAHI DENSO CO., LTD. declares that the radio equipment type [CZ106] is in compliance with Directive
2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
http://en.ad-asahidenso.co.jp/euro-compliance/
Date of issue of the operating instructions
The date of issue of the operating instructions is printed on the bottom right of the front page of the book.
Operating personnel
The duties of personnel with respect to operation, servicing, repairs and safety inspections must be clearly defined
by the owner.
Personnel in training are only allowed to work on or with the excavator under the supervision of an experienced
operator.
Operator
According to industrial safety regulations, only persons who have completed 18 years of age, were instructed in
the operation of the excavator, who have proven their qualification to the owner (employer) and who can be ex-
pected to perform their duties in a reliable way are allowed to operate the excavator independently.
Only instructed personnel are allowed to start the excavator and operate the controls.
Trained personnel
Trained personnel are skilled persons with a technical qualification who are able to determine damage to the ex-
cavator and perform repairs in their area of qualification (e.g. hydraulic or electrical engineering).
Only trained and instructed personnel are allowed to work on the machine.
Qualified personnel
Based on their technical training and experience in their field, qualified personnel should have sufficient knowledge
about the technology used in this machine and be familiar with the applicable national work safety regulations,
accident prevention regulations and the generally accepted technical rules so that they can assess the sound op-
erating condition of the machine.

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Location of the operating instructions
The operating instructions must always be kept on the excavator. If the operating instructions have become illeg-
ible due to continuous use, the owner (operator) must order a replacement from the manufacturer.
A tray (1) for the operating instructions is located on the front side
of the seat console below the cover plate.
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Spare parts
When ordering spare parts, please always provide the following information:
Serial # of the excavator and year of construction (see type plate)
Designation/type of spare part (see original KUBOTA spare parts catalogue)
Part number of the spare part (see original KUBOTA spare parts catalogue)
Quantity
Customer number
For written orders, please provide this information exactly, or for telephone orders, please have this information
ready before calling. This makes the process easier for us and for you, and prevents errors and incorrect orders
or deliveries.
Please place your order with your KUBOTA dealer.

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SAFETY RULES
Basic safety instructions
The EC Use of Work Equipment Directive (2009/104/EC) from 16/09/2009 applies to the operation of the
aforementioned excavator.
The information in these operating instructions applies for maintenance and repairs.
National rules and regulations apply where applicable.
Duties, liability and warranty
A basic prerequisite for the safe handling and problem-free operation of the excavator is the knowledge of the safe-
ty instructions and safety regulations.
These operating instructions, in particular the safety instructions, must be followed by all persons working near or
with the excavator. Above and beyond this, the safety rules and regulations applicable for the site must also be
observed.
Hazards occurring during the handling of the excavator:
The excavators are manufactured according to the state of technology and the recognised safety rules. Nev-
ertheless, danger to life and limb of the operator or a third party, or damage to the excavator or other property,
can occur. The excavator(s) may only be used
for its approved use and
in a completely safe operating condition.
Malfunctions that can impair safety must be repaired immediately.
Warranty and liability
The scope, period and form of the warranty are set forth in the sales and delivery conditions of the manufacturer.
The operating instructions valid at the time of delivery shall be the basis for any warranty claims arising from errors
in the documentation, see the date of issue of the operating instructions (page 10). The following applies above
and beyond the sales and delivery conditions: No warranty or liability shall be assumed for personnel and property
damages resulting from one or more of the following reasons:
Unapproved use of the excavator
Improper starting, operation and maintenance of the excavator
Operation of the excavator with defective safety devices or improperly installed or non-operational safety and
protective devices
Ignorance or non-observance of these operating instructions
Insufficiently qualified or insufficiently instructed operating personnel
Improperly performed repairs
Unauthorised engineering changes to the excavator
Poor surveillance of machine parts subject to wear
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Safety rules
It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that
The safety rules are observed (page 13)
Unapproved use (page 15) and unauthorised operation are prevented
The excavator is used properly (page 15) and is operated in accordance with the contractual conditions of
use.
Safety symbols
The following terms and hazard symbols are used in these operating instructions:
Identifies important operating procedure information that may not be immediately evident to the op-
erator.
Identifies operating procedures that must be followed exactly to prevent damage to the excavator or
other property.
Identifies operating procedures that must be followed exactly to prevent danger to persons.
Identifies possible hazards in the handling of batteries.
Identifies possible hazards from caustic materials (battery acid).
Identifies possible hazards from explosive materials.
Prohibits the use of fire, ignition sources, and smoking.
Prohibits the spraying of water.
Identifies operating procedures for the proper disposal and storage of ensuing waste materials.
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Approved use
The excavators specified in these operating instructions may only be used for loosening, excavating, lifting, trans-
porting and dumping soils, rocks and other materials, as well as for work with the dozer or with a breaker. The load
may be transported largely without driving the excavator. Do not exceed the maximum lifting capacity.
Approved use also includes:
Observation of all notes in these operating instructions
Regular servicing
Regular safety inspections
Unapproved use
Any improper use – i.e. any deviation from the information in the “Approved use” section (page 15) of the excava-
tors documented in these operating instructions – is considered unapproved use. This also applies to the failure
to observe the standards and guidelines listed in these operating instructions.
Hazards can occur as a result of improper use. Such improper uses include:
Using the excavator to lift loads without the proper equipment for lifting operations,
Using the excavator in contaminated environments
Using the excavator in enclosed spaces without sufficient ventilation
Using the excavator under conditions of extreme temperatures (extreme heat or cold)
Using the excavator for underground work
Using the excavator to transport persons in the bucket
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Special duties of the owner
The owner of the excavator in the context of these operating instructions is any person or company that uses the
excavator itself or on whose order it is used. In special cases (e.g. leasing, rental), the owner is the person who
must perform the duties arising from operation according to the conditions of the contract between owner and user
of the excavator.
The owner must ensure that the excavator is only used properly and that any danger to the life and health of the
user or others who are in the proximity of the user are eliminated. Furthermore, observance of the safety rules and
regulations as well as the operating, maintenance and repair regulations must be ensured. The owner must make
sure that all operators and users have read and understood these operating instructions.
The operator must provide persons who work with or on the excavator with suitable personal protective equipment
(PPE) and those persons must use that equipment where applicable, for example: suitable working clothes, safety
shoes, safety helmets, eye protection, ear protection and breathing masks. The owner/employer bears the main
responsibility for the PPE, which is specified by the safety rules for particular types of activity.
Waste such as old oil, fuel, hydraulic fluid, coolant and batteries comes under the category of toxic waste and can
be a hazard to the environment, people and animals.
Disposal must be undertaken in an appropriate way, according to legally prescribed pollution control and safety
regulations.
If you have questions about the proper disposal or storage of refuse and toxic waste, contact your KUBOTA dealer
or a local waste management contractor.

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Noise emission and vibration
The values specified in these operating instructions were identified during the test cycle on an identical machine
and are valid for a machine with the standard equipment. The determined values are specified in the Technical
Data (page 39).
Noise emission
The noise levels were determined using the method for determining the guaranteed sound pressure level of
ISO 4871 based on directive 2000/14/EC, Appendix VI.
The noise levels indicated are not applicable for the determination of additional workplace noise emissions. The
actual noise levels may need to be determined directly at the workplaces, subject to actually existing conditions
(other noise sources, special operating conditions, sound reflections).
Depending on the actual noise emissions, the owner must provide the operator with the necessary personal pro-
tective equipment (ear protection).
Vibrations
The vibrations on the machine have been determined using an identical machine.
The vibration stress on the operator over a longer period of time must be determined by the owner at the operating
site, in compliance with directive 2002/44/ EC in order to consider individual magnitudes of influence.
Danger, warning and safety labels on the machine
Care of danger, warning and safety labels
Keep danger, warning and safety labels clean and free from interfering objects.
Clean danger, warning and safety labels with soap and water and dry with a soft, clean cloth.
Replace damaged or missing danger, warning and safety labels with new ones from your KUBOTA dealer.
If a component with glued-on danger, warning and safety labels is replaced with a new part, make sure that
the new labels are affixed to the same location as the replaced component.
Danger, warning and safety labels should be stuck only on clean and dry surfaces. Press any air bubbles into
the outer edge of the sticker.
The positioning of the danger, warning and safety instructions is illustrated in the following figures.
Noises at a noise level of more than 85 dB (A) can cause hearing damage.
At a noise level of 80 dB (A) and up, the use of ear protection is recommended.
At a noise level of 85 dB (A) and up, the operator must wear ear protection.
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Safety rules
1) Code #: RG158-5727-0
Mortal danger by crushing!
Low safe distance to the excavator and to obstacles can prevent an
emergency exit from the danger zone. Crushing by excavator results in
severe injury or death.
Do not enter the manoeuvring area.
Ensure safe distance to obstacles and sufficient freedom of move-
ment.
2) Code #: RG268-5724-0
Risk of burns from hot components!
Surfaces can be hot and lead to burns.
Do not touch hot components.
Before working on the engine, please read the operating instruc-
tions.
3) Code #: R2491-5736-0
Risk of fire from inflammable diesel fuel!
Inflammatory vapours can occur in the fuel tank, which may go up in
flames as a result of an ignition source.
Do not use open flames in the vicinity of the fuel tank.
4) Code #: RG138-5791-0
Danger of injury from components under pressure!
In the case of improper operating of the crawler tensioner, grease or
the pressure valve can splash out under high pressure and lead to inju-
ry.
Before working on the crawler tensioner, please read the operating
instructions!