Kubota WSM M8540 Instruction manual

M8540,M9540
WORKSHOP MANUAL
TRACTOR
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TO THE READER
This Workshop Manual has been prepared to provide servicing personnel with
information on the mechanism, service and maintenance of M8540 and M9540. It is
divided into three parts, “General”, “Mechanism” and “Servicing”.
QGeneral
Information on the tractor identification, the general precautions, maintenance check
list, check and maintenance and special tools are described.
QMechanism
Information on the construction and function are included. This part should be
understood before proceeding with troubleshooting, disassembling and servicing.
Refer to Diesel Engine / Tractor Mechanism Workshop Manual (Code No. 9Y021-
01874 / 9Y021-18201) for the one which has not been described to this workshop
manual.
QServicing
Information on the troubleshooting, servicing specification lists, tightening torque,
checking and adjusting, disassembling and assembling, and servicing which cover
procedures, precautions, factory specifications and allowable limits.
All information illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on
the latest product information available at the time of publication.
The right is reserved to make changes in all information at any time without notice.
Due to covering many models of this manual, information or picture being used, have
not been specified as one model.
April 2006
© KUBOTA Corporation 2006
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M8540, M9540, WSM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE SERVICING AND REPAIRING
• Read all instructions and safety instructions in this
manual and on your machine safety decals.
• Clean the work area and machine.
• Park the machine on a firm and level ground, and set
the parking brake.
• Lower the implement to the ground.
• Stop the engine, and remove the key.
• Disconnect the battery negative cable.
• Hang a “DO NOT OPERATE” tag in operator
station.
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 repair or use
this unit.
DANGER : Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING : Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION : Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
QIMPORTANT : Indicates that equipment or property damage could result if instructions are not
followed.
QNOTE : Gives helpful information.
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SAFETY STARTING
• Do not start the engine by shorting across starter
terminals or bypassing the safety start switch.
• Do not alter or remove any part of machine safety
system.
• Before starting the engine, make sure that all shift
levers are in neutral positions or in disengaged
positions.
• Never start the engine while standing on ground.
Start the engine only from operator’s seat.
SAFETY WORKING
• Do not work on the machine while under the influence
of alcohol, medication, or other substances or while
fatigued.
• Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate to the job.
• Use tools appropriate to the work. Makeshift tools,
parts, and procedures are not recommended.
• When servicing is performed together by two or more
persons, take care to perform all work safely.
• Do not work under the machine that is supported
solely by a jack. Always support the machine by
safety stands.
• Do not touch the rotating or hot parts while the engine
is running.
• Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is
running, or immediately after stopping. Otherwise, hot
water will spout out from radiator. Only remove
radiator cap when cool enough to touch with bare
hands. Slowly loosen the cap to first stop to relieve
pressure before removing completely.
• Escaping fluid (fuel or hydraulic oil) under pressure
can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Relieve
pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or fuel lines.
Tighten all connections before applying pressure.
AVOID FIRES
• Fuel is extremely flammable and explosive under
certain conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or
sparks in your working area.
• To avoid sparks from an accidental short circuit,
always disconnect the battery negative cable first and
connect it last.
• Battery gas can explode. Keep sparks and open
flame away from the top of battery, especially when
charging the battery.
• Make sure that no fuel has been spilled on the engine.
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M8540, M9540, WSM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
VENTILATE WORK AREA
• If the engine must be running to do some work, make
sure the area is well ventilated. Never run the engine
in a closed area. The exhaust gas contains poisonous
carbon monoxide.
PREVENT ACID BURNS
• Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous. It is
strong enough to burn skin, clothing and cause
blindness if splashed into eyes. Keep electrolyte
away from eyes, hands and clothing. If you spill
electrolyte on yourself, flush with water, and get
medical attention immediately.
DISPOSE OF FLUIDS PROPERLY
• Do not pour fluids into the ground, down a drain, or
into a stream, pond, or lake. Observe relevant
environmental protection regulations when disposing
of oil, fuel, coolant, electrolyte and other harmful
waste.
PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES
• Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy at all
times.
• Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance
service, hospital and fire department near your
telephone.
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M8540, M9540, WSM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following safety decals are installed on the machine.
If a decal becomes damaged, illegible or is not on the machine, replace it. The decal part number is listed in
the parts list.
QROPS Model
SAFETY DECALS
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M8540, M9540, WSM SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
QCABIN Model
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M8540, M9540, WSM SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Note : *1 : Manufacture’s estimate
*2 : Refer to G-3.
*3 : Dry, single plate type clutch for wet disc type synchro shuttle model multiple wet discs type clutch for hydraulic shuttle model.
*4 : F12/R12 speed transmission for hydraulic shuttle model.
W10281170
Model M8540 M9540
2WD 4WD 2WD 4WD
Engine
Model V3800DI-TE2 / V3800DI-TE3
Type Vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle direct injection diesel engine with turbo charger and EGR (TE3)
Number of cylinders 4
Total displacement 3769 cm3(230.0 cu.in.)
Bore and stroke 100 ×120 mm (3.9 ×4.7 in.)
Rated speed 2600 min−1(rpm)
Net
power*1
E2 Engine
62.6 kW (84.0 HP) 70.8 kW (95.0 HP)
PTO
power*1 56.0 kW (75 HP) 62.7 kW (84 HP)
Maximum
torque
283 N·m (28.9 kgf·m, 208.7 lbf·ft) /
1400 to 1600 min−1(rpm)
316 N·m (32.2 kgf·m, 233.1 lbf·ft) /
1400 to 1600 min−1(rpm)
Net
power*1
E3*2
Engine
63.7 kW (85.5 HP) 70.8 kW (95.0 HP)
PTO
power*1 56.6 kW (76 HP) 62.7 kW (84 HP)
Maximum
torque
286 N·m (29.2 kgf·m, 211 lbf·ft) /
1500 to 1700 min−1(rpm)
316 N·m (32.2 kgf·m, 233.1 lbf·ft) /
1500 to 1700 min−1(rpm)
Battery capacity 12 V, CCA : 900 A
Fuel Diesel fuel No. 1 [below −10 °C (14 °F], Diesel fuel No. 2-D [above −10 °C (14 °F)]
Fuel tank
capacity
ROPS
Model 90 L (23.8 U.S.gals, 19.8 Imp.gals)
CABIN
Model 110 L (29.1 U.S.gals, 24.2 Imp.gals)
Engine oil capacity 10.7 L (11.3 U.S.qts, 9.4 Imp.qts)
Coolant capacity 9.0 L (9.5 U.S.qts, 7.9 Imp.qts)
Dimensions
Overall length 3885 mm (153 in.) 3760 mm (148 in.) 3885 mm (153 in.) 3760 mm (148 in.)
Overall width (min. tread) 1990 mm (78.0 in.) 2010 mm (79.0 in.)
Overall
height
ROPS
Model 2465 mm (97.0 in.) 2490 mm (98.0 in.)
CABIN
Model 2545 mm (100.0 in.) 2750 mm (101.0 in.)
Wheel base 2250 mm (88.6 in.)
Tread Front 1440 to 2040 mm
(56.7 to 80.3 in.)
1520, 1620 mm
(59.8, 63.8 in.)
1440 to 2040 mm
(56.7 to 80.3 in.)
1520, 1620 mm
(59.8, 63.8 in.)
Rear 1520 to 1920 mm (59.8 to 75.6 in.)
Minimum ground
clearance 425 mm (16.7 in.) (Drawbar bracket) 450 mm (17.7 in.) (Drawbar bracket)
Weight ROPS 2270 kg (5004 lbs) 2450 kg (5401 lbs) 2310 kg (5093 lbs) 2500 kg (5512 lbs)
CABIN 2540 kg (5600 lbs) 2740 kg (6040 lbs) 2580 kg (5690 lbs) 2800 kg (6175 lbs)
Traveling
system
Standard
tire size
Front 7.5-18 11.2-24 7.5-18 12.4-24
Rear 18.4-28 18.4-30
Clutch*3 Dry, single plate / Multiple wet discs
Shuttle Wet disc type synchro / Hydraulic
Transmission*4 F8/R8 fully synchronized / F12/R12 fully synchronized
Steering Hydraulic power steering
Braking
system
Traveling Hydraulic wet discs
Parking Mechanical gear lock
Differential Front LSD (Limited Slip Differential)
Rear Bevel gears with differential lock
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M8540, M9540, WSM SPECIFICATIONS
Note : *5 : At lower link end with links horizontal.
*6 : Max. lifting force for F12/R12 speed transmission model.
The company reserves the right to change the specifications without notice.
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Model M8540 M9540
2WD 4WD 2WD 4WD
Hydraulic
system
Hydraulic control system Position, draft (top link sensing) and mix control
Pump capacity 64.3 L (17 U.S.gals, 14 Imp.gals) / min.
3-point hitch SAE Category II
Max.
lifting
force
At lift points*5 2500 kg (5510 lbs) / 3900 kg (8600 lbs)*6
24 in. behind
lift points*5 2100 kg (4630 lbs) / 3300 kg (7275 lbs) *6
Remote hydraulic control One remote valve
System pressure 19.6 MPa (200 kgf/cm2, 2844.7 psi)
Traction system Swinging drawbar, adjustable in direction
PTO
Live PTO
(Indipen-
dent)
Direction of
turning Clockwise, viewed from tractor rear
PTO speed 540 min−1(rpm) at 2205 min−1(rpm)
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M8540, M9540, WSM TRAVELING SPEEDS
TRAVELING SPEEDS
(At rated engine rpm)
The company reserves the right to change the specifications without notice.
W1035065
Model
M8540 / M9540
F8/R8 speed transmission
model
F12/R12 speed
transmission model
Tire size (Rear) 18.4-30
Shuttle shift
lever
Range gear shift
lever
Main gear shift
lever km/h (mph)
Forward
CREEP
(option)
1 0.42 (0.26) 0.42 (0.26)
2 0.63 (0.39) 0.54 (0.34)
3 0.91 (0.56) 0.71 (0.44)
4 1.3 (0.81) 0.91 (0.56)
5 – 1.12 (0.70)
6 – 1.35 (0.84)
L
1 2.6 (1.6) 2.6 (1.6)
2 4.0 (2.5) 3.4 (2.1)
3 5.7 (3.6) 4.5 (2.8)
4 8.2 (5.1) 5.7 (3.6)
5 – 7.1 (4.4)
6 – 8.5 (5.3)
H
1 10.4 (6.5) 10.4 (6.5)
2 15.7 (9.7) 13.4 (8.4)
3 22.6 (14.1) 17.7 (11.0)
4 32.4 (20.1) 22.6 (14.1)
5 – 28.0 (17.5)
6 – 33.7 (21.1)
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M8540, M9540, WSM TRAVELING SPEEDS
(At rated engine rpm)
The company reserves the right to change the specifications without notice.
W1034678
Model
M8540 / M9540
F8/R8 speed transmission
model
F12/R12 speed
transmission model
Tire size (Rear) 18.4-30
Shuttle shift
lever
Range gear shift
lever
Main gear shift
lever km/h (mph)
Reverse
CREEP
(option)
1 0.42 (0.26) 0.42 (0.26)
2 0.62 (0.39) 0.53 (0.33)
3 0.90 (0.56) 0.70 (0.44)
4 1.3 (0.80) 0.90 (0.56)
5 – 1.11 (0.70)
6 – 1.34 (0.84)
L
1 2.6 (1.6) 2.6 (1.6)
2 3.9 (2.5) 3.4 (2.1)
3 5.7 (3.5) 4.4 (2.8)
4 8.2 (5.1) 5.7 (3.5)
5 – 7.0 (4.4)
6 – 8.5 (5.3)
H
1 10.4 (6.4) 10.4 (6.4)
2 15.6 (9.7) 13.3 (8.3)
3 22.5 (14.0) 17.5 (10.9)
4 32.2 (20.0) 22.5 (14.0)
5 – 27.8 (17.4)
6 – 33.4 (20.9)
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M8540, M9540, WSM DIMENSIONS
DIMENSIONS
ROPS Model
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M8540, M9540, WSM DIMENSIONS
CABIN Model
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