Kubota L47TL User manual

English (U.S.A.)
Code No. 32821-1957-1
M62TL
L47TLMODELS
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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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. 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 which are intended to
help individuals and nations fulfill the potential inherent in their
environment. KUBOTA is the Basic Necessities Giant.
This potential includes water supply, food from the soil and from
the sea, industrial development, architecture and construction, and
transportation.
Thousands of people depend on KUBOTA's know-how, technology,
experience and customer service. You too can depend on
KUBOTA.
L47TL/M62TL
AU . C . 3 - 3 . 8 . AK
California Proposition 65
WARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
certain vehicle components and fluids,
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Abbreviations Definitions
ABBREVIATION LIST
2 Wheel Drive
4 Wheel Drive
American Petroleum Institute
American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers, USA
American Society for Testing and Materials, USA
Deutsches Institut für Normung, GERMANY
Dual Traction [4WD]
Feet Per Minute
Glide Shift Transmission
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
2WD
4WD
API
ASABE
ASTM
DIN
DT
fpm
GST
Hi-Lo
HST
m/s
PTO
RH/LH
ROPS
rpm
r/s
SAE
SMV

UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS
As a guide to the operation of your tractor, various universal symbols have been utilized on the instruments and
controls. The symbols are shown below with an indication of their meaning.
Safety Alert Symbol
Diesel Fuel
Fuel-Level
Engine-Rotational Speed
Hourmeter/Elapsed Operating Hours
Engine Coolant-Temperature
Diesel Preheat/Glow Plugs
(Low Temperature Start Aid)
Parking Brake
Engine Intake/Combustion Air-Filter
Battery Charging Condition
Engine Oil-Pressure
Turn Signal
Engine-Stop
Engine-Run
Starter Control
Engine Shut-Off Control
Power Take-Off Clutch Control-Off Position
Power Take-Off Clutch Control-On Position
Differential Lock
Position Control-Raised Position
Position Control-Lowered Position
Draft Control-Shallow Position
Draft Control-Deep Position
3-Point Lowering Speed Control
Engine Warning
Emission Control
Brake System
Remote Cylinder-Retract
Remote Cylinder-Extend
Steering Wheel-Tilt Control
Hazard Warning Lights
Master Lighting Switch
Position Lamps
Headlight-Low Beam
Headlight-High Beam
Audible Warning Device
4-Wheel Drive-On
4-Wheel Drive-Off
Fast
Slow
Creep
Read Operator's Manual
Tractor-Forward Movement-Overhead View of
Machine
Tractor-Rearward Movement-Overhead View
of Machine
Engine Speed Control
Regeneration
DPF INHIBIT (Switch)
Regeneration (Switch)
Parked Regeneration
Engine RPM Increase

FOREWORD
3
SAFETY FIRST
IMPORTANT :
NOTE :
3DANGER :
3WARNING :
3CAUTION :
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.
You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA Tractor. This tractor is a product of
KUBOTA quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of fine materials and
under a rigid quality control system. It will give you long, satisfactory service. To
obtain the best use of your tractor, please read this manual carefully. It will help you
become familiar with the operation of the tractor and contains many helpful hints
about tractor 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
manufacture of products may cause some small parts of this manual to be
outdated. KUBOTA distributors and dealers will have the most up-to-date
information. Please do not hesitate to consult with them.
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.

CONTENTS
SAFE OPERATION ............................................................................................ -1
TRACTOR................................................................................................................ 1
LOADER .................................................................................................................. 7
SERVICING ................................................................................................................. 1
SPECIFICATIONS OF THE TRACTOR ...................................................................... 3
SPECIFICATION TABLE ......................................................................................... 3
DIMENSIONS .......................................................................................................... 4
TRAVELING SPEEDS ............................................................................................. 5
SPECIFICATIONS OF THE LOADER......................................................................... 6
LOADER SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 6
BUCKET SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................... 6
DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................... 6
OPERATIONAL SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................... 7
LOADER TERMINOLOGY....................................................................................... 8
IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS ........................................................................................ 9
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS................................................................. 11
PRE-OPERATION CHECK OF THE TRACTOR....................................................... 14
DAILY CHECK ....................................................................................................... 14
PRE-OPERATION CHECK OF THE LOADER ......................................................... 15
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ................................................................................. 15
REAR BALLAST .................................................................................................... 15
Liquid Ballast in Rear Tires.............................................................................................15
OPERATING THE ENGINE....................................................................................... 16
EXHAUST AFTERTREATMENT DEVICES........................................................... 16
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Muffler ............................................................................16
Handling Points............................................................................................................... 17
DPF Regeneration Process ............................................................................................ 17
Regeneration Operating Procedure................................................................................ 18
PM Warning Level and Required Procedures ................................................................ 19
Regeneration Operating Procedure................................................................................ 20
PM Warning Level and Required Procedures ................................................................ 21
Tips on Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration.....................................................23
STARTING THE ENGINE ...................................................................................... 23
Check Easy Checker(TM) Lamps:.................................................................................. 25
IntelliPanel(TM) Message ............................................................................................... 26
IntelliPanel(TM) Message ............................................................................................... 27
COLD WEATHER STARTING ............................................................................... 27
Antifrost Heater for Oil Separator (if equipped) ..............................................................28
Block Heater (if equipped) .............................................................................................. 28
STOPPING THE ENGINE...................................................................................... 28
WARMING UP ....................................................................................................... 28
Warm-up Transmission Oil at Low Temperature Range ................................................28

CONTENTS
JUMP STARTING .................................................................................................. 29
OPERATING THE TRACTOR ................................................................................... 30
OPERATING NEW TRACTOR .............................................................................. 30
Do not Operate the Tractor at Full Speed for the First 50 Hours.................................... 30
Changing Lubricating Oil for New Tractors.....................................................................30
BOARDING AND LEAVING THE TRACTOR ........................................................ 30
STARTING ............................................................................................................. 30
Operator's Seat............................................................................................................... 31
Glove Box .......................................................................................................................31
Seat Belt ......................................................................................................................... 32
Tilt Steering Adjustment.................................................................................................. 32
Light switch..................................................................................................................... 32
Turn Signal / Hazard Light Switch ..................................................................................33
Rear Work Light Switch ..................................................................................................33
Horn Button.....................................................................................................................34
Tractor Lights..................................................................................................................34
Brake Pedals (Right and Left).........................................................................................35
HST Response Control................................................................................................... 37
H-DS (Hydro Dual Speed) Lever .................................................................................... 38
HST Mode.......................................................................................................................39
Throttle-Up Switch .......................................................................................................... 41
Range Gear Shift Lever (L-M-H).....................................................................................42
Front Wheel Drive Lever.................................................................................................43
Throttle Lever..................................................................................................................43
Parking Brake ................................................................................................................. 43
Speed Control Pedal....................................................................................................... 44
ATA (Auto Throttle Advance) Switch ..............................................................................45
Crawl Control Lever ........................................................................................................45
STOPPING............................................................................................................. 45
Stopping.......................................................................................................................... 45
INTELLIPANEL(TM)............................................................................................... 46
Changing Display Mode..................................................................................................46
Resetting the Trip Meter and Setting the Clock.............................................................. 47
SERVICE INSPECT mode displaying/resetting procedure ............................................ 48
CHECK DURING DRIVING ................................................................................... 49
IntelliPanel(TM) Message ............................................................................................... 49
Immediately Stop the Engine if:...................................................................................... 49
Easy Checker(TM).......................................................................................................... 50
Fuel Gauge.....................................................................................................................51
Coolant Temperature Gauge .......................................................................................... 51
Tachometer.....................................................................................................................51
PARKING ............................................................................................................... 52
Parking............................................................................................................................ 52
OPERATING TECHNIQUES ................................................................................. 52
Differential Lock..............................................................................................................52
Operating the Tractor on a Road.................................................................................... 53
Operating on Slopes and Rough Terrain ........................................................................53
Transport the Tractor Safely...........................................................................................53
Directions for Use of Power Steering..............................................................................53
REVERSING THE SEAT ....................................................................................... 54

CONTENTS
OPERATING THE LOADER...................................................................................... 55
CONTROL LEVER................................................................................................. 55
OPERATING THE LOADER .................................................................................. 55
FILLING THE BUCKET.......................................................................................... 55
LIFTING THE LOAD .............................................................................................. 56
CARRYING THE LOAD ......................................................................................... 56
DUMPING THE BUCKET ...................................................................................... 57
LOWERING THE BUCKET.................................................................................... 57
OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL................................................................. 57
LOADING FROM A BANK ..................................................................................... 57
PEELING AND SCRAPING ................................................................................... 58
LOADING LOW TRUCKS OR SPREADERS FROM A PILE................................. 59
BACKFILLING........................................................................................................ 59
HANDLING LARGE HEAVY OBJECTS................................................................. 60
VALVE LOCK......................................................................................................... 60
BOOM LOCK ......................................................................................................... 60
BUCKET LEVEL INDICATOR................................................................................ 61
SELF LEVELING.................................................................................................... 61
ATTACHING ATTACHMENTS .............................................................................. 65
DETACHING ATTACHMENTS .............................................................................. 67
Hydraulic Quick Attach Coupler Switch (if equipped) ..................................................... 67
PTO ........................................................................................................................... 68
PTO OPERATION.................................................................................................. 68
PTO Clutch Control Switch.............................................................................................68
Stationary PTO ............................................................................................................... 69
IntelliPanel(TM) Message ............................................................................................... 69
PTO shaft Cover and Shaft Cap.....................................................................................70
3-POINT HITCH & DRAWBAR.................................................................................. 71
3-POINT HITCH (if equipped) ................................................................................ 72
Selecting Category ......................................................................................................... 72
Selecting the Top Link Mounting Holes .......................................................................... 72
Drawbar (if equipped) ..................................................................................................... 72
Lifting Rod (Right)........................................................................................................... 73
Top Link.......................................................................................................................... 73
Check Chains ................................................................................................................. 74
Lower Link Holder...........................................................................................................74
DRAWBAR (if equipped)........................................................................................ 74
Adjusting Drawbar Length .............................................................................................. 74
REINSTALLING THE 3-POINT HITCH.................................................................. 75
Lower Link ......................................................................................................................75
Top Link and Lifting Rod................................................................................................. 75
STORING THE 3-POINT HITCH (if equipped) ...................................................... 76
Lower Link ......................................................................................................................76
Top Link and Lifting Rod................................................................................................. 77
Installing the Lower Link .................................................................................................77
HYDRAULIC UNIT..................................................................................................... 78
3-POINT HITCH CONTROL SYSTEM................................................................... 78
Position Control .............................................................................................................. 78
Float Control ...................................................................................................................79

CONTENTS
3-point Hitch Lowering Speed.........................................................................................79
Directional Valve Lever and Swing Lever.......................................................................79
REAR REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM (if equipped)........................ 80
Remote Control Valve Coupler Connecting and Disconnecting .....................................80
Remote Control Valve Lever........................................................................................... 80
Remote Control Valve..................................................................................................... 81
FRONT REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM (if equipped) ..................... 81
Install the Coupler........................................................................................................... 81
Control Switch................................................................................................................. 82
Remote Control Coupler Connecting and Disconnecting ............................................... 82
MULTI-COUPLER SYSTEM (if equipped)...................................................................... 83
Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference Chart..................................................................86
TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST.............................................................................. 87
TIRES..................................................................................................................... 87
Inflation Pressure............................................................................................................ 87
Treads............................................................................................................................. 87
BALLAST ............................................................................................................... 89
Front Ballast.................................................................................................................... 89
Rear Ballast ....................................................................................................................89
MAINTENANCE OF THE TRACTOR ........................................................................ 91
SERVICE INTERVALS .......................................................................................... 91
LUBRICANTS, FUEL AND COOLANT .................................................................. 94
PERIODIC SERVICE OF THE TRACTOR ................................................................ 96
HOW TO OPEN THE HOOD ................................................................................. 96
Hood ............................................................................................................................... 96
Side Cover......................................................................................................................96
Front Cover.....................................................................................................................97
Floor Seat Cover.............................................................................................................97
DAILY CHECK ....................................................................................................... 97
Walk Around Inspection.................................................................................................. 97
Checking and Refueling.................................................................................................. 98
Checking Water Separator .............................................................................................98
Checking Engine Oil Level.............................................................................................. 99
Checking Transmission Fluid Level................................................................................99
Checking Coolant Level................................................................................................ 100
Cleaning Grill, Radiator Screen and Oil Cooler ............................................................100
Checking Dust Indicator................................................................................................ 101
Checking DPF Muffler................................................................................................... 101
Checking Brake Pedal .................................................................................................. 101
Checking Gauges, Meter and Easy Checker(TM) ........................................................101
Checking Head Light, Hazard Light etc. .......................................................................101
Checking Seat Belt, ROPS and FOPS .........................................................................101
Checking Movable Parts............................................................................................... 101
EVERY 50 HOURS .............................................................................................. 102
Lubricating Grease Fittings...........................................................................................102
Checking Engine Start System ..................................................................................... 103
Checking Operator Presence Control........................................................................... 104
Checking Wheel Nut Torque......................................................................................... 104
EVERY 100 HOURS ............................................................................................ 105
Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element ......................................................................... 105

CONTENTS
Adjusting Fan Belt Tension........................................................................................... 106
Adjusting Brake Pedal .................................................................................................. 106
Adjusting Rear Parking Brake Lever.............................................................................107
Checking Battery Condition .......................................................................................... 107
EVERY 200 HOURS ............................................................................................ 109
Replacing Transmission Oil Filter [HST]....................................................................... 109
Adjusting Toe-in............................................................................................................ 110
EVERY 400 HOURS ............................................................................................ 111
Cleaning Water Separator ............................................................................................ 111
Replacing Engine Oil Filter ...........................................................................................111
Changing Engine Oil..................................................................................................... 112
Changing Transmission Fluid / Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter...................................... 113
Replacing Fuel Filter..................................................................................................... 114
Changing Front Axle Case Oil ...................................................................................... 114
EVERY 600 HOURS ............................................................................................ 115
Adjusting Front Axle Pivot.............................................................................................115
EVERY 800 HOURS ............................................................................................ 115
Adjusting Engine Valve Clearance ............................................................................... 115
EVERY 1000 HOURS or 1 YEAR ........................................................................ 115
Replacing Air Cleaner Primary Element and Secondary Element................................115
EVERY 1500 HOURS .......................................................................................... 115
Checking Fuel Injection Nozzle Injection Pressure.......................................................115
Replacing Oil Separator Element .................................................................................115
Checking PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve ................................................ 115
Checking and Cleaning EGR Cooler ............................................................................116
EVERY 2000 HOURS or 2 YEARS...................................................................... 116
Flush Cooling System and Changing Coolant.............................................................. 116
Anti-Freeze ................................................................................................................... 116
EVERY 3000 HOURS .......................................................................................... 117
Checking Turbocharger [M62] ...................................................................................... 117
Checking Supply Pump ................................................................................................ 117
Checking and Cleaning EGR System...........................................................................117
Cleaning DPF Muffler ...................................................................................................117
EVERY 1 YEAR ................................................................................................... 118
Checking Fuel Line.......................................................................................................118
Checking Radiator Hose and Clamp ............................................................................118
Checking Intake Air Line...............................................................................................119
Checking Oil Separator Hose ....................................................................................... 120
Checking Antifrost Heater for Oil Separator .................................................................120
Checking Oil Cooler Line / Checking Power Steering Line...........................................120
Checking Exhaust Manifold .......................................................................................... 120
Checking DPF Differential Pressure Sensor Pipe ........................................................ 120
Checking EGR Pipe...................................................................................................... 120
EVERY 2 YEARS................................................................................................. 121
Replacing Rear Parking Brake Cable...........................................................................121
EVERY 4 YEARS................................................................................................. 121
Replacing Radiator Hose (Water pipes) ....................................................................... 121
Replacing Power Steering Hose................................................................................... 121
Replacing Oil Cooler Line.............................................................................................121
Replacing Fuel Hose .................................................................................................... 121
Replacing Intake Air Line.............................................................................................. 121
Replacing Oil Separator Hose ...................................................................................... 121

CONTENTS
Replacing DPF Differential Pressure Sensor Hose ...................................................... 121
SERVICE AS REQUIRED.................................................................................... 121
Bleeding Fuel System................................................................................................... 121
Draining Clutch Housing Water ....................................................................................122
Replacing Fuse............................................................................................................. 122
Replacing Light Bulb..................................................................................................... 123
MAINTENANCE OF THE LOADER......................................................................... 124
DAILY CHECKS................................................................................................... 124
LUBRICATION ..................................................................................................... 125
GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION ............................................................... 126
STORAGE OF THE TRACTOR............................................................................... 127
TRACTOR STORAGE ......................................................................................... 127
REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE................................................. 127
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................. 128
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................... 128
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................... 129
OPTIONS................................................................................................................. 131
APPENDICES.......................................................................................................... 132
INDEX .................................................................................................................. 132