Kubota F2890E User manual

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N° de code. K3655-6292-1
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F2890E
F3090
F3890
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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KUBOTA Corporation C'EST ···
Depuis sa fondation en 1890, KUBOTA Corporation a progressé
pour figurer au rang des plus grandes entreprises du Japon.
Pour parvenir à cette position, la Société a diversifié, au cours des
années, la gamme de ses produits et services de façon remarquable.
Aujourd'hui, 30 usines et 35,000 employés produisent plus de 1,000
articles et produits différents petits et grands.
Tous ces produits et les services qui en dépendent sont toutefois liés à
un souci majeur:
KUBOTA fabrique des produits qui, pris à une échelle nationale sont
des nécessités de base, produits indispensables, produits conçus pour
aider les hommes et leurs nations à tirer parti du potentiel inhérent à
leur environnement, KUBOTA est le géant des nécessités de base.
Ce potentiel inclut l'approvisionnement en eau, la production d'aliments
tirés du sol et de la mer, le développement industriel, l'architecture, la
construction et les transports.
Des milliers de personnes font confiance au savoir faire de KUBOTA, à
sa technologie, à son expérience et à son service après vente, vous
aussi pouvez faire confiance à KUBOTA.
KUBOTA ist ···
Seit der Firmengründung im Jahre 1890 ist KUBOTA zu einem der
wichtigsten Unternehmen in Japan angewachsen.
Hierzu hat zum großen Teil die ständige Erweiterung der
Produktpalette und das ständig wachsende Angebot an
Dienstleistungen beigetragen. Heute werden von 35000
Beschäftigten in 30 Werken mehr als 1000 verschiedene Produkte
hergestellt.
Das vorrangige Ziel von KUBOTA ist es, mit seinen Produkten und
den dazugehörigen Dienstleistungen Grundbedürfnissen gerecht
zu werden, auch auf internationaler Ebene.
Die von KUBOTA hergestellten Produkte sind unverzichtbar; sie
helfen einzelnen Personen, sogar ganzen Nationen die örtlich
gegebenen Möglichkeiten in Bereichen wie Wasserversorgung,
Landwirtschaft, Fischerei, Industrie, Archtitektur, Bau-und
Transportwesen bestmöglich auszuschöpfen. Tausende bauen auf
KUBOTA -und Sie?
F2890E/F3090/F3890 English, French, German (Europe)
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KUBOTA Corporation is ···
Since its inception in 1890, KUBOTA Corporation has grown to
rank as one of the major firms in Japan.
To achieve this status, the company has through the years
diversified the range of its products and services to a remarkable
extent, until today, 30 plants and 35,000 employees produce over
1,000 different items, large and small.
All these products and all the services which accompany them,
however, are unified by one central commitment. KUBOTA makes
products which, taken on a national scale, are basic necessities.
Products which are indispensable, products intended to help
individuals and nations fulfill the potential inherent in their
environment. For KUBOTA is the Basic Necessities Giant.
This potential includes water supply, food from the soil and from
the sea, industrial development, architecture, construction and
transportation.
Thousands of people depend on KUBOTA's know-how, technology,
experience and customer service. You too can depend on
KUBOTA.

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODELS F2890E
F3090
F3890
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ABBREVIATION LIST
Abbreviations Definitions
2WD
4WD
API
ASTM
fpm
Hi-Lo
HST
m/s
PTO
RH/LH
F&R
ROPS
rpm
r/s
SAE
SUPER UDT
2 Wheel Drive
4 Wheel Drive
American Petroleum Institute
American Society for 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
Front and rear 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
KUBOTA Original Transmission hydraulic fluid
Intended use
This machine is designed solely for use in customary grass cutting operation. Use in any other way is considered as contrary
to the intended use. Compliance with and strict adherence to the conditions of operation, service, and repair as specified by the
manufacturer, also constitute essential elements of the intended use.
This machine should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons who are familiar with its particular characteristics and
who are acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.
Accident prevention regulations, all other generally recognized regulations on safety and occupational medicine, and all road
traffic regulations must be observed at all times.
Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any resulting damage or
injury.
manufacturer or distributor of the machine
the model designation of the machine
the name or type of publication
the part number or publication number by which the
manual may be ordered
the date of issue
the publication date
Kubota Corporation
F2890E, F3090, F3890
Operator's Manual
K3655-6292-1
26 June 2013
6 November 2018
the language in which the manual is written English

UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS
As a guide to the operation of your machine, various universal symbols have been utilized on the instruments panels
and controls. The symbols are shown below with an indication of their meaning.
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Safety Alert Symbol
Diesel Fuel
Fuel-Level
Engine-Rotational Speed
Hourmeter/Elapsed Operating Hours
Engine Coolant-Temperature
Brake
Parking Brake
Battery Charging Condition
Engine Oil-Pressure
Engine-Stop
Engine-Run
Diesel Preheat/Glow Plugs (Low Temperature
Start Aid)
Starter Control
Power Take-Off Control-Off Position
(Disengaged)
Power Take-Off Control-On Position (Engaged)
Differential Lock
Position Control-Raised Position
Position Control-Lowered Position
Remote Cylinder-Retract
Remote Cylinder-Extend
Steering Wheel-Tilt Control
Head Lights OFF
Head Lights ON
Fast
Slow
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Machine-Forward Movement-Overhead View
of Machine
Machine-Rearward Movement-Overhead View
of Machine
Engine Speed Control
Neutral
Full Time 4WD
This position provides 4WD machanically in
any kind of the ground condition.
Dual-Acting Overrunning 4WD
This position provides 4WD autmatically only
when the ground speed dictate between front
and rear wheels (forward and backward).
Master System Warning

SAFETY FIRST
This symbol, the industry's ''Safety Alert Symbol'', is used throughout this manual
and on labels on the machine itself to warn of the possibility of personal injury.
Read these instructions carefully. It is essential that you read the instructions and
safety regulations before you attempt to assemble or use this unit.
IMPORTANT :
NOTE :
DANGER :
WARNING :
CAUTION :
FOREWORD
You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA FRONT MOWER. This machine is a
product of KUBOTA's quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of excellent
materials and under a rigid quality control system. It will give you long, satisfactory
service. To obtain the best use of your machine, please read this manual carefully.
It will help you become familiar with the operation of the machine and contains
many helpful hints about machine maintenance. It is KUBOTA's policy to utilize, as
quickly as possible, every advance in our research. The immediate use of new
techniques in the manufacturing of products may cause some small parts of this
manual to become outdated. KUBOTA distributors and dealers will have the most
up-to-date information. Please do not hesitate to consult them.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates that equipment or property damage could result if
instructions are not followed.
Gives helpful information.
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CONTENTS
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SAFE OPERATION ............................................................................................ -1
SERVICING OF MACHINE ......................................................................................... 1
SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................... 2
IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS ........................................................................................ 4
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS................................................................... 5
MOWER MOUNTING .................................................................................................. 6
MOUNTING THE MOWER ...................................................................................... 6
DISMOUNTING THE MOWER DECK ..................................................................... 7
MOWER TILT UP..................................................................................................... 7
How To Tilt Up..................................................................................................................7
How To Mount Another Implement................................................................................... 7
PRE-OPERATION CHECK ......................................................................................... 8
DAILY CHECK ......................................................................................................... 8
OPERATING THE ENGINE......................................................................................... 9
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................................................................ 9
Key Switch......................................................................................................................11
Cold Weather Starting .................................................................................................... 12
Block Heater (Option) ..................................................................................................... 12
STOPPING THE ENGINE...................................................................................... 12
WARMING UP ....................................................................................................... 12
Warm-up and Transmission Oil in the Low Temperature Range.................................... 12
Engine Stop Lever and Fuel Valve (Inside the Hood).....................................................13
JUMP STARTING .................................................................................................. 13
OPERATING THE MACHINE.................................................................................... 15
OPERATING NEW MACHINE ............................................................................... 15
Changing Lubricating Oil for New Machines................................................................... 15
Engine Break-in .............................................................................................................. 15
Machine Break-in............................................................................................................ 15
OPERATING FOLDABLE ROPS ........................................................................... 16
To Fold the ROPS .......................................................................................................... 16
To Raise the ROPS to Upright Position.......................................................................... 17
Adjustment of Foldable ROPS........................................................................................ 17
STARTING ............................................................................................................. 18
Operator's Seat............................................................................................................... 18
Glove Box .......................................................................................................................18
Steering Wheel Tilt Lever ............................................................................................... 19
Seat Belt ......................................................................................................................... 19
Head Light Switch........................................................................................................... 19
Lift Link Lowering Speed Control Knob .......................................................................... 20
Hydraulic Lift Lever ......................................................................................................... 20
High-Low Gear Shift Lever ............................................................................................. 21
4WD Lock Lever ............................................................................................................. 21
PTO Lever ......................................................................................................................22

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Throttle Lever..................................................................................................................22
Parking Brake ................................................................................................................. 22
Speed Control Pedal.......................................................................................................23
Differential Lock Pedal....................................................................................................23
STOPPING............................................................................................................. 23
Stopping.......................................................................................................................... 23
CHECK DURING DRIVING ................................................................................... 24
Immediately Stop the Engine if:...................................................................................... 24
Easy Checker (TM)......................................................................................................... 24
LCD MONITOR ...................................................................................................... 25
Fuel Gauge.....................................................................................................................25
Coolant Temperature Gauge .......................................................................................... 25
Hourmeter / Tachometer.................................................................................................26
Service Code Display ..................................................................................................... 26
Overheat Alarm............................................................................................................... 26
PARKING............................................................................................................... 27
Parking............................................................................................................................ 27
TRANSPORTING................................................................................................... 27
Directions for Use of Power Steering.............................................................................. 28
TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST.............................................................................. 29
TIRES..................................................................................................................... 29
Inflation Pressure............................................................................................................ 29
WHEELS ................................................................................................................ 29
Front Wheels (Drive Wheels)..........................................................................................29
Rear Wheels (Steering Wheels) ..................................................................................... 30
BALLAST ............................................................................................................... 30
MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................... 31
SERVICE INTERVALS .......................................................................................... 31
PERIODIC SERVICE CHART LABEL ................................................................... 33
LUBRICANTS, FUEL AND COOLANT .................................................................. 35
PERIODIC SERVICE................................................................................................. 37
HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD ................................................................................. 37
DAILY CHECK ....................................................................................................... 37
Checking Seat Belt and ROPS....................................................................................... 38
Checking Engine Oil Level.............................................................................................. 38
Checking Amount of Fuel and Refueling ........................................................................ 39
Checking and Cleaning Radiator Screen and Bonnet Screen to Prevent Overheating.. 40
Checking Tire Pressure .................................................................................................. 41
Checking Transmission Fluid Level................................................................................ 41
Checking Coolant Level.................................................................................................. 42
Checking Movable Parts................................................................................................. 42
EVERY 50 HOURS ................................................................................................ 43
Checking Engine Start System ....................................................................................... 43
Checking OPC System ................................................................................................... 44
Lubricating All Grease Fittings........................................................................................ 44
Oiling............................................................................................................................... 46
Checking Wheel Bolt Torque.......................................................................................... 46
EVERY 100 HOURS .............................................................................................. 47
Checking Battery Condition ............................................................................................ 47

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Cleaning Air Cleaner Element ........................................................................................ 48
Checking Fuel Filter........................................................................................................ 49
Checking and Adjusting Brake Pedal ............................................................................. 50
Checking Fan Drive Belt Tension ................................................................................... 51
EVERY 200 HOURS .............................................................................................. 51
Changing Engine Oil....................................................................................................... 51
Replacing Engine Oil Filter Cartridge .............................................................................52
Replacing Transmission Oil Filter Cartridge ................................................................... 52
EVERY 400 HOURS .............................................................................................. 53
Changing Transmission Fluid ......................................................................................... 53
Cleaning Transmission Strainer...................................................................................... 54
Changing Rear Axle Differential Case Fluid [4WD] ........................................................54
Changing Rear Axle Gear Case Fluid [4WD] ................................................................. 55
Adjusting Rear Axle Pivot ............................................................................................... 55
Replacing Fuel Filter....................................................................................................... 55
EVERY 800 HOURS .............................................................................................. 56
Adjusting Engine Valve Clearance ................................................................................. 56
EVERY 1000 HOURS or EVERY 1 YEAR............................................................. 56
Replacing Air Cleaner Primary Element and Secondary Element..................................56
EVERY 1500 HOURS ............................................................................................ 56
Checking Fuel Injection Nozzle (Injection Pressure) ...................................................... 56
EVERY 2000 HOURS or EVERY 2 YEARS .......................................................... 56
Flush Cooling System and Changing Coolant................................................................ 56
Anti-freeze ...................................................................................................................... 57
EVERY 3000 HOURS ............................................................................................ 57
Checking Injection Pump ................................................................................................ 57
EVERY 1 YEAR ..................................................................................................... 58
Checking Radiator Hose and Clamp .............................................................................. 58
Checking Hydraulic Hose ............................................................................................... 58
Checking Fuel Lines ....................................................................................................... 59
Checking Intake Air Line................................................................................................. 59
Checking Engine Breather Hose .................................................................................... 59
EVERY 4 YEARS................................................................................................... 59
Replacing Hydraulic Hose .............................................................................................. 59
Replacing Fuel Lines ...................................................................................................... 59
Replacing Engine Breather Hose ................................................................................... 59
Replacing Radiator Hose................................................................................................ 59
Replacing Intake Air Line................................................................................................ 59
SERVICE AS REQUIRED...................................................................................... 60
Replacing Fuses ............................................................................................................. 60
Replacing Light Bulb....................................................................................................... 61
Bleeding Fuel System.....................................................................................................61
Adjusting Lift Springs (LH & RH) .................................................................................... 62
STORAGE ................................................................................................................. 63
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................... 64
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................ 64
POWER TRAIN TROUBLE SHOOTING................................................................ 65
BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................... 66
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................... 67