OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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KUBOTA
FRONT LOADER LA1954EC
MODELS
LA2254EC

1AIABDTAP0290

7J433-6911-1

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CONTENTS
SAFE OPERATION ................................................................................................. 1
SERVICING OF LOADER ........................................................................................... 1
SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................... 2
SUITABLE TRACTOR ............................................................................................. 2
LOADER SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 2
BUCKET SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................... 3
DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................... 4
OPERATIONAL SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................... 5
LOADER TERMINOLOGY....................................................................................... 8
PRE-OPERATION CHECK ......................................................................................... 9
LUBRICATION ......................................................................................................... 9
TRANSMISSION FLUID .......................................................................................... 9
TREAD ..................................................................................................................... 9
REAR BALLAST .................................................................................................... 10
Liquid ballast in rear tires................................................................................................ 10
TIRE INFLATION ................................................................................................... 10
Inflation pressure ............................................................................................................ 10
TEST OPERATION................................................................................................ 11
REMOVING AIR FROM THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ........................................... 11
OPERATING THE LOADER...................................................................................... 12
FILLING THE BUCKET.......................................................................................... 12
LIFTING THE LOAD .............................................................................................. 13
CARRYING THE LOAD ......................................................................................... 13
DUMPING THE BUCKET ...................................................................................... 13
LOWERING THE BUCKET.................................................................................... 13
OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL................................................................. 14
LOADING FROM A BANK ..................................................................................... 14
PEELING AND SCRAPING ................................................................................... 15
LOADING LOW TRUCKS OR SPREADERS FROM A PILE................................. 15
BACKFILLING........................................................................................................ 16
HANDLING LARGE HEAVY OBJECTS................................................................. 16
VALVE LOCK......................................................................................................... 17
Valve Lock ...................................................................................................................... 17
BUCKET LEVEL INDICATOR................................................................................ 17
BOOM CYLINDER FULCRUM .............................................................................. 17
SELF LEVELING (if equipped)............................................................................... 18
FRONT REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM (if equipped) ..................... 22
Install the Coupler........................................................................................................... 22
Control Switch................................................................................................................. 22
Remote Control Coupler Connecting and Disconnecting ............................................... 23
KUBOTA SHOCKLESS RIDE SYSTEM (KSR) (if equipped) ................................ 24
MULTI-COUPLER SYSTEM (if equipped) ............................................................. 24
ATTACHING ATTACHMENTS .............................................................................. 26
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DETACHING ATTACHMENTS .............................................................................. 27

Quick attach coupler ....................................................................................................... 27
Euro type coupler............................................................................................................ 27
MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................... 27
ATTACHMENTS .................................................................................................... 28
Quick attach bucket ........................................................................................................ 28
Bale spear....................................................................................................................... 28
Pallet fork........................................................................................................................ 29
ASSEMBLE PALLET FORK .................................................................................. 29
MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................... 30
LUBRICATION ....................................................................................................... 30
RE-TIGHTENING OF HARDWARE....................................................................... 30
DAILY CHECKS..................................................................................................... 30
EVERY 50 HOURS ................................................................................................ 31
Checking main frame bolt torque.................................................................................... 31
General torque specification ........................................................................................... 32
REMOVING THE LOADER ....................................................................................... 33
STORING THE LOADER .......................................................................................... 35
REINSTALLING THE LOADER................................................................................. 36
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SAFE OPERATION
Most loader equipment accidents can be avoided by following simple safety precautions.
These safety precautions, if followed at all times, will help you operate your loader safely.

1. BEFORE OPERATING THE LOADER 9. Follow the precautions below when attaching
attachments.
1. Read and understand all instructions and precautions
found in both the tractor and the loader operator's
manuals before using the loader.
Lack of knowledge can lead to accidents.
2. It is the owner's responsibility to ensure that anyone
who will operate the loader reads this manual first and
becomes familiar with the safe operation of the loader.
3. For your safety, a ROPS with a seat belt is strongly
recommended by KUBOTA in almost all applications.
If your tractor has a foldable ROPS, fold it down only
when absolutely necessary and raise it up and lock it
again as soon as possible. Do not wear the seat belt
when a foldable ROPS is down or a fixed ROPS is
removed. If you have any questions, consult your local
KUBOTA dealer.
(1) Handle (A) The handle contacts the
Always use the seat belt when the tractor is equipped (2) Guide bar guide bar at this point.
with a ROPS. Never use the seat belt when the tractor (3) Pin holes
is not equipped with a ROPS. (4) Lock pin
4. Visually check for hydraulic leaks and broken, missing,
or malfunctioning parts.
Make necessary repairs before operating.
5. Replace damaged or illegible safety labels. See
following pages for required labels.
6. When the front loader is mounted on the tractor, enter
and exit the operator's seat only from left side of the
tractor.
7. Engage the loader control valve lock to prevent
accidental actuation when the implement is not in use
or during transport. Do not utilize the valve lock for
machine maintenance or repair.
8. Assemble, remove and reinstall the loader only as
directed in this manual. Failure to do this could result
in serious personal injury or death.
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21. Allow for the loader length when making turns.

2. OPERATING THE LOADER

3. AFTER OPERATING THE LOADER
1. Operate the loader only when properly seated at the
controls. Do not operate from the ground. 1. When loader work is complete and parking or storing,
2. Move and turn the tractor at low speeds. choose flat and hard ground. Lower the loader boom
3. Never allow anyone to get under the loader bucket or to the ground, stop the engine, set the brakes and
reach through the boom when the bucket is raised. remove the key before leaving the tractor seat.
4. Keep children, others and livestock away when 2. Make sure the detached loader is on stands and on a
operating loader and tractor. hard, level surface.
5. Do not walk or work under a raised loader bucket or 3. Before disconnecting hydraulic lines, relieve all
attachment unless it is securely blocked and held in hydraulic pressure by moving the controls.
position. 4. Do not remove the loader from the tractor without an
6. For tractor stability and operator safety, rear ballast approved bucket attached.
must be added to the 3-point hitch and to the rear
wheels when using loader.
7. To increase stability adjust the rear wheels to the 4. SERVICING THE LOADER
widest setting that is suitable for your application.
8. Exercise extra caution when operating the loader with 1. Always wear safety goggles when servicing or
a raised bucket or attachment. repairing the machine.
9. Do not lift or carry any person on the loader, in the 2. Do not modify the loader. Unauthorized modification
bucket, or other attachment. may affect the function of the loader, which may result
10. Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes. They can be in personal injury.
dangerous for loader operation or movement. 3. Do not use the loader as a work platform or a jack to
11. Avoid overhead wires and obstacles when the loader support the tractor for servicing or maintenance.
is raised. Contacting electric lines can cause Securely support the tractor or any machine elements
electrocution. with stands or suitable blocking before working
12. Gradually stop the loader boom when lowering or underneath.
lifting. For your safety, do not work under any hydraulically
13. Use caution when handling loose or shiftable loads. supported devices. They can settle or suddenly leak
14. Using loaders for handling large, heavy, or shiftable down or be accidentally lowered.
objects is not recommended without proper handling 4. Escaping hydraulic oil under pressure can have
attachments. sufficient force to penetrate the skin, causing serious
15. Handling large heavy objects can be extremely personal injury. Do not use hands to search for
dangerous due to : suspected leaks. If injured by escaping fluid, obtain
A Danger of rolling the tractor over. medical treatment immediately.
A Danger of upending the tractor. 5. Do not tamper with the relief valve setting. The relief
A Danger of the object rolling or sliding down the valve is pre-set at the factory. Changing the setting
loader boom onto the operator. can cause overloading of the loader and tractor which
16. If you must perform this sort of work (item 15), protect may result in serious personal injury.
yourself by : 6. When servicing or replacing pins in cylinder ends,
A Never lift the load higher than necessary to clear bucket, etc., always use a brass drift and hammer.
the ground. Failure to do so could result in injury from flying metal
A Add rear ballast to the tractor to compensate for the fragments.
load or use rear implement.
A Never lift large objects with equipment that may
permit them to roll back onto the operator.
A Move slowly and carefully, avoiding rough terrain.
17. Never lift or pull a load from any point on the loader
with a chain, rope, or cable. Doing so could cause a
rollover or serious damage to the loader.
18. Be extra careful when operating the tractor on a slope,
always operate up and down, never across the slope.
Do not operate on steep slopes or unstable surfaces.
19. When operating another implement on a hillside, be
sure to remove the loader to reduce the risk of rollover.
20. Carry loader boom at a low position during transport.
(You should be able to see over the bucket.)
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PICTORIAL SAFETY LABELS
The pictorial safety labels affixed are intended to alert persons to potential hazards. The hazard is identified by a pictorial
in the safety alert triangle or by the safety alert symbol alone. An adjacent pictorial provides instructions and information
on how to avoid the hazard.
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CARE OF PICTORIAL SAFETY LABELS

1. Keep pictorial safety labels clean and free from obstructing material.
2. Clean pictorial safety labels with soap and water, dry with a soft cloth.
3. Replace damaged or missing pictorial safety labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA Dealer.
4. If a component with pictorial safety label (s) affixed is replaced with new part, make sure new label (s) is (are) attached
in the same location (s) as the replaced component.
5. Mount new pictorial safety labels by applying on a clean dry surface and pressing any bubbles to outside edge.
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SERVICING OF LOADER
Your dealer is interested in your new loader and has the
desire to help you get the most value from it. After reading
this manual thoroughly, you will find that you can do some
of the regular maintenance yourself.
However, when in need of parts or major service, be sure
to see your KUBOTA dealer.
For service, contact the KUBOTA dealership from which
you purchased your loader or your local KUBOTA dealer.
When in need of parts, be prepared to give your dealer the
loader serial number.
Locate the serial numbers now and record them in the
space provided.
KUBOTA LOADER
Model
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
Name of Dealer
(To be filled in by purchaser)

(1) Serial number

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SPECIFICATIONS
SUITABLE TRACTOR
LA1954EC: M110GX
LA2254EC: M135GX

LOADER SPECIFICATIONS
LOADER MODEL LA1954EC
TRACTOR MODEL M110GX
WHEEL BASE (WB) mm 2435
FRONT TIRES 13.6 R24
REAR TIRES 18.4 R34
BORE mm 70
BOOM CYLINDER
STROKE mm 606
BORE mm 70
BUCKET CYLINDER
STROKE mm 516.5
CONTROL VALVE One Detent Float Position, Power Beyond Circuit
RATED FLOW L/m 68
MAXIMUM PRESSURE MPa (kg/cm ) 20.7 (211)
NET WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) kg 898

LOADER MODEL LA2254EC

TRACTOR MODEL M135GX
WHEEL BASE (WB) mm 2690
FRONT TIRES 14.9 R24
REAR TIRES 18.4 R38
BORE mm 75
BOOM CYLINDER
STROKE mm 680
BORE mm 75
BUCKET CYLINDER
STROKE mm 610
CONTROL VALVE One Detent Float Position, Power Beyond Circuit
RATED FLOW L/m 77
MAXIMUM PRESSURE MPa (kg/cm ) 20.7 (211)
NET WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) kg 1070
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BUCKET SPECIFICATIONS
LOADER MODEL LA1954EC, LA2254EC
MODEL ROUND 84" LIGHT MATERIAL 84"
TYPE QUICK ATTACH
WIDTH mm 2135
DEPTH (L) mm 650 750
HEIGHT (M) mm 665 715
LENGTH (N) mm 900 1000
STRUCK m 0.52 0.63
CAPACITY
HEAPED m 0.64 0.79
WEIGHT kg 235 255

LOADER MODEL LA1954EC, LA2254EC

MODEL SQUARE 96" LIGHT MATERIAL 96"
TYPE QUICK ATTACH
WIDTH mm 2440
DEPTH (L) mm 665 800
HEIGHT (M) mm 750 764
LENGTH (N) mm 770 910
STRUCK m 0.66 0.80
CAPACITY
HEAPED m 0.75 0.98
WEIGHT kg 275 316
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DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
LOADER MODEL LA1954EC LA2254EC
TRACTOR MODEL M110GX M135GX
BOOM CYLINDER FULCRUM POINT HEIGHT POWER HEIGHT POWER
MAX. LIFT HEIGHT
A mm 3700 3370 4099 3764
(TO BUCKET PIVOT PIN)
MAX. LIFT HEIGHT UNDER LEVEL
B mm 3470 3160 3862 3527
BUCKET
C CLEARANCE WITH BUCKET DUMPED mm 2860 2490 3290 2956
REACH AT MAX. LIFT HEIGHT
D mm 489 864 761 1157
(DUMPING REACH)
E MAX. DUMP ANGLE deg. 52 63 50 60
F REACH WITH BUCKET ON GROUND mm 2230 2434
G BUCKET ROLL-BACK ANGLE deg. 40
H DIGGING DEPTH mm 60 65 131 133
OVERALL HEIGHT IN CARRYING
J mm 1700 1880
POSITION
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OPERATIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
LOADER MODEL LA1954EC LA2254EC
TRACTOR MODEL M110GX M135GX
BOOM CYLINDER FULCRUM POINT HEIGHT POWER HEIGHT POWER
LIFT CAPACITY
U kg 1895 1950 2137 2212
(BUCKET PIVOT PIN, MAX. HEIGHT)
LIFT CAPACITY
V kg 1210 1350 1422 1577
(800 mm FORWARD, MAX. HEIGHT)
LIFT CAPACITY
W kg 2125 2380 2536 2803
(BUCKET PIVOT PIN, 1500 mm HEIGHT)
LIFT CAPACITY
X kg 1575 1840 1967 2173
(800 mm FORWARD, 1500 mm HEIGHT)
BREAKOUT FORCE
Y N 24860 29250 29273 33957
(BUCKET PIVOT PIN)
BREAKOUT FORCE
Z N 17190 22200 21687 25147
(800 mm FORWARD)
VV BUCKET ROLL-BACK FORCE AT MAX. HEIGHT N 13720 16080 17627 20451
BUCKET ROLL-BACK FORCE AT 1500 mm
XX N 25860 28622
HEIGHT
BUCKET ROLL-BACK FORCE AT GROUND
ZZ N 25810 28439
LEVEL
RAISING TIME (STANDARD VALVE) sec. 3.8 4.5
LOWERING TIME (STANDARD VALVE) sec. 3.3 3.9
BUCKET DUMPING TIME (STANDARD VALVE) sec. 2.1 2.4
BUCKET ROLLBACK TIME (STANDARD VALVE) sec. 2.5 3.0
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LA1954EC
[Power serious consideration]

[Hight serious consideration]

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LA2254EC
[Power serious consideration]

[Hight serious consideration]

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LOADER TERMINOLOGY

(1) Mounting pin (6) Boom

(2) Side frame (7) Bucket cylinder
(3) Hydraulic control valve (8) Bucket
(4) Boom cylinder (9) Control lever
(5) Main frame
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PRE-OPERATION CHECK
LUBRICATION TREAD
Lubricate all grease fittings with SAE multipurpose 1. Set the front tread as follows.
grease.
Front Tread
M110GX 1677 mm
M135GX 1875 mm

A Setting the tread wider than recommended may cause

premature failure of the front axle components due to
excessive stress.

2. For better stability, set the rear tread as follows

depending on the requirements of the work being
done.
Rear Tread
M110GX 2035 mm
TRANSMISSION FLUID M135GX 2089 mm
Check the tractor transmission fluid level. Add fluid if
necessary. Refer to the tractor operator's manual for
instructions and proper fluid. Repeat this check after
purging air from the system. At that time, it will be
necessary to add transmission fluid.

(1) Dipstick (A) Oil level is acceptable within this range

(2) Oil inlet

A To check the tractor transmission fluid level, lower the

bucket to the ground and lower the 3 point hitch.
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REAR BALLAST

To avoid personal injury:

A For tractor stability and operator's safety, rear
ballast should be added to the rear of the
tractor in the form of 3-point counter weight
and rear wheel ballast. The amount of rear
ballast will depend on the application.

Implement as Counter Weight

6' Box Scraper Approx. 450 kg
Rotary Tiller Approx. 240 kg
(1) Air (A) Correct: 75% Full
(2) Water Air compresses like a cushion
(B) Incorrect: 100% Full
Water can not be compressed
BLiquid ballast in rear tires
Water and calcium chloride solution provides a safe and
economical ballast. Used properly, it will not damage tires, A When mounting a heavy rear implement, liquid in the
tubes or rims. The addition of calcium chloride is tires may not be required.
recommended to prevent the water from freezing. Use of
this method of weighting the wheels has full approval of A Do not add liquid ballast or any other weights to the
the tire manufacturers. See your tire dealer for this front tires.
service.

Liquid weight per tire (75 Percent filled)

TIRE INFLATION
Ensure that the tractor tires are properly inflated.
Tire sizes 16.9-34
18.4R30
18.4R34
18.4R38 Refer to the tractor operator's manual for optional tires.
18.4-30 520/70R38

Slush free at -10

Solid at -30
BInflation pressure
342 kg 385 kg 417 kg 460 kg
[Approx.1 kg CaCl
per 4 L of water] Tire sizes Inflation Pressure
Slush free at -24 12.4-24, 6PR 170 k Pa (1.7 kgf/cm )
Solid at -47
[Approx.1.5 kg 376 kg 414 kg 457 kg 505 kg 13.6R24, 6PR 160 k Pa (1.6 kgf/cm )
CaCl per
4 L of water] Front 13.6-24, 6PR 150 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm )
Slush free at -47 14.9R24, 6PR 140 kPa (1.4 kgf/cm )
Solid at -52
[Approx.2.25 kg 399 kg 436 kg 490 kg 538 kg 420/70R24 140 kPa (1.4 kgf/cm )
CaCl per
4 L of water]
18.4-34 140 kPa (1.4 kgf/cm )
16.9-34, 6PR 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm )
16.9-38, 6PR 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm )
A Do not fill tires with water or solution more than 75% of Rear
full capacity (to the valve stem level at 12 o'clock 18.4R34 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm )
position). 18.4R38 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm )
520/70R38 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm )
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TEST OPERATION REMOVING AIR FROM THE HYDRAULIC
SYSTEM
Repeat raising and lowering the boom and bucket
To avoid serious personal injury: operations until all the air is removed from the system and
A Keep engine speed at low idle during the test the system responds properly.
operation.
A Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can
have sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing A Do not move the control lever into the float position
serious personal injury. when the bucket is off the ground.
Before disconnecting lines, be sure to relieve
all pressure by moving the controls.
Before applying pressure to the system, be
sure all connections are tight and that lines,
tubes and hoses are not damaged.
Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be
almost invisible. Use a piece of cardboard or
wood, rather than your hands to search for
suspected leaks.
If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at
once. Serious infection or allergic reaction will
develop if proper medical treatment is not
administered immediately.

A When the lever is at each corner position marked by

asterisk (*) or lower left, boom and bucket cylinders
work at the same time. However, the lower left position
(Raise & Roll back) is not recommended for scooping
because of insufficient lift force.

To begin a test operation, slightly move the control lever

from the "N" position. Slowly raise the loader boom just
enough for the bucket to clear the ground when fully
dumped. Slowly work through the dump and roll back
cycles.

A If the boom or bucket does not work in the directions

indicated on the label, lower the bucket to the ground,
stop the engine, and relieve all hydraulic pressure.
Recheck and correct all hydraulic connections and oil
level.
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OPERATING THE LOADER

The loader should be operated with the tractor engine
speed depending on the application and the operator's
FILLING THE BUCKET
Approach and enter the pile with a level bucket.
level of experience. Excessive speeds are dangerous,
and may cause bucket spillage and unnecessary strain on
the tractor and loader.
When operating in temperatures below -1 , run the
tractor engine below 1200 rpm until the oil temperature
exceeds -1 .
The following text and illustrations offer suggested loader
and tractor operating techniques. Ease control lever toward you and then left to rollback and
lift the bucket.

To reduce the possibility of roll over:

A It is not recommended that the loader be
attached when operating another implement on
a hillside.

A Before operating the loader in rough terrain, remove

the mower to avoid damage to the mower.
The rollback and lifting of the bucket will increase
efficiency because a level bucket throughout the lifting
cycle resists bucket lift and increases breakaway effort.

A Do not be concerned if the bucket is not completely

filled during each pass. Maximum productivity is
determined by the amount of material loaded in a
given period of time. Time is lost if two or more
attempts are made to fill the bucket on each pass.
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LIFTING THE LOAD When transporting a load, keep the bucket as low as
possible to avoid tipping, in case a wheel drops in a rut.
When lifting the load, keep the bucket positioned to avoid
spillage.

DUMPING THE BUCKET

Lift the bucket just high enough to clear the side of the
vehicle. Move the tractor in as close to the side of the
vehicle as possible, then dump the bucket.

To avoid serious personal injury:

A Do not attempt to lift bucket loads in excess of
the loader capacity.
A Before raising the bucket to full height, make
sure the tractor is on level ground. If not, it may
tip over, even if the tractor is not moving.

CARRYING THE LOAD

Position the bucket just below the level of the tractor hood LOWERING THE BUCKET
for maximum stability and visibility, whether the bucket is After the bucket is dumped, back away from the vehicle
loaded or empty. while lowering and rolling back the bucket.

Use extreme care when operating the loader on a slope.

Keep the bucket as low as possible. This keeps the bucket
and tractor center of gravity low and will provide maximum
tractor stability.

To avoid serious personal injury:

A Be extra careful when working on inclines.
A When operating on a slope, always operate up
and down the slope, never across the slope.
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OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL Side cutting is a good technique for cutting down a big
pile. Wheel width should not exceed the bucket width for
During operation on hard surfaces, keep the bucket level
and put the lift control in the float position to permit the this procedure.
bucket to float on the working surfaces.
If hydraulic down pressure is exerted on the bucket it will
wear faster than normal.

The float position will also avoid mixing of surface material

If the pile sides are too high and liable to cause cave-in,
with stockpile material. The float position will reduce the
use the loader to break down the sides until a slot can be
chance of surface gouging while removing snow or other
cut over the top.
material, or when working with a blade.

Another method for large dirt piles is to build a ramp to

approach the pile.
LOADING FROM A BANK
Choose a forward gear that provides a safe ground speed
and power for loading.

It is important to keep the bucket level when approaching

a bank or pile. This will help avoid gouging the work area.

To avoid serious personal injury:

A Be extra careful when working on inclines.
A When operating on a slope, always operate up
and down the slope, never across the slope.

A Loader lift and break-away capacity diminish as

loading height is increased.
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PEELING AND SCRAPING LOADING LOW TRUCKS OR SPREADERS
Use a slight bucket down angle, travel forward, and hold
the lift control forward to start the cut. Make a short cut
FROM A PILE
For faster loading, minimize the angle of turn and length
and break-out cleanly. of run between pile and spreader.

With the bucket level, start a cut at the notch

approximately 5 cm deep. Hold the depth by feathering
the bucket control to adjust the cutting edge up or down.
When the front tires enter the notch, adjust the boom
cylinder to maintain proper depth.

Backgrade occasionally with a loaded bucket to keep the

work surface free of ruts and holes. Also, hold the lift
control forward so the full weight of the bucket is scraping
the ground. Use the heel of the bucket

Make additional passes until the desired depth is reached.

During each pass, use only the bucket control while at
working depth. This will allow you to concentrate on
controlling the bucket angle to maintain a precise cut.
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BACKFILLING Leave dirt which drifts over the side of the bucket for final
cleanup.
Approach the pile with the bucket flat.

Pile dirt on the high side for easier backfilling on a slope.

Poor operating methods will move less dirt and make it
more difficult to hold a level grade.

HANDLING LARGE HEAVY OBJECTS

A Do not use the bucket in the dumped position for
bulldozing. As shown above, this method will impose
severe shock loads on the dump-linkage, the bucket To avoid serious personal injury or death:
cylinders, and the tractor. A Handling large, heavy objects can be
Leave dirt in the bucket because dumping on each pass dangerous due to :
(A)Danger of rolling the tractor over.
wastes time.
(B)Danger of upending the tractor.
(C)Danger of the object rolling or sliding down
the loader boom onto the operator.
A If you must perform the above work, protect
yourself by :
(A)Not lifting the load higher than necessary to
clear the ground when moving.
(B)Adding rear ballast to the tractor to
compensate for the load.
(C)Not lifting large objects with equipment that
does not have an anti-rollback device.
Operate at right angles to the ditch. Taking as big a bite
(D)Moving slowly and carefully.
as the tractor can handle.
(E)Avoiding rough terrain.
(F)Keeping transport distance as short as
possible and carry the load as low as possible
during transport.
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VALVE LOCK BOOM CYLINDER FULCRUM
A Before repositioning the boom cylinder fulcrum, place
the front attachment in contact with a flat ground.
To avoid injury from crushing:
A Do not utilize the valve lock for machine This loader is provided with two boom cylinder fulcrums (A
maintenance or repair. and B). The top fulcrum (A) is used when more lifting
A The valve lock is to prevent accidental height is needed. The bottom fulcrum (B) is employed
actuation when implement is not in use or when more lifting force is required.
during transport.

The control valve is equipped with a valve lock feature. A When the boom cylinder fulcrum has been
The control valve is locked in the neutral position. repositioned, make sure that the left and right fulcrum
The lock is not intended and will not prevent a leak down positions (A and B) are the same. Then proceed to the
of the implement during the period of storage. job.

BValve Lock

(1) Boom Cylinder (A) Top fulcrum

(2) Frame, Side (B) Bottom fulcrum

(1) Lock lever (A) "Lock"

(B) "Unlock"

BUCKET LEVEL INDICATOR

Depending on the front attachment, loosen the indicator
rod lock bolt and readjust the indicator rod length.

(1) Bolt
(2) Indicator rod
(3) Guide, Indicator rod
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SELF LEVELING (if equipped)

To avoid personal injury:

A Always be aware of the loader attachment
angle. Self-leveling function may vary
depending on the loader lever stroke.

A Self-leveling feature is primarily designed for bale

spear and pallet fork applications. Therefore, variance
may occur with other loader attachments.
A Recommended fork: M1809 Quick-Attach Pallet Fork
Frame w/K9058 42" Pallet Forks or K9059 48" Pallet
Forks
M1804 Quick Attach Bale Spear
A Recommended engine revolution: above 1200 rpm
A Warm up the tractor according to its instructions
before moving the loader in cold regions. This is
needed to prevent a valve malfunction.

In the self leveling mode

A Boom lowering speed will be slower.
A Boom cannot be lowered in the maximum roll back
position.
A Boom cannot be raised in the maximum dump
position.

How to use Self Leveling

Use the lever located on the loader control tower to select (1) Lever of self leveling select (A) Self leveling "ON"
the self leveling mode. (2) Label of self leveling select (B) Self leveling "OFF"
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Recommendations 2. Self Leveling is "OFF".
1. Self Leveling is "ON". Motion is same as the regular loader.
a) For pallet fork operation a) For pallet fork operation
The pallet fork can be raised up and lowered
horizontally.

b) For bucket operation

The bucket position can be controlled like Spill Guard. b) For bucket operation
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The self-leveling valve has been factory-set to use the

boom cylinder fulcrum at the top position (A). When it is
switched to the bottom position (B), the self-leveling valve
must be readjusted.

5) If the pallet fork angle is not within the angle shown

in the illustration, readjust the self-leveling.

(1) Boom Cylinder (A) Top fulcrum

(2) Frame, Side (B) Bottom fulcrum

How to adjust Self Leveling

A When checking, park the tractor on flat and hard

ground, set the range shift lever in neutral, apply
parking brake, stay clear of operating area while
setting self-leveling.

1. Raise Leveling Adjustment

1) Set the jig on the right side of the loader pallet fork
as shown in the illustration.

A When the pendulum indicates the white range of the

jig, the pallet fork angle is proper.

6) If the pallet fork angle is not within the angle shown

in the illustration, lower the boom and loosen the lock
nut then adjust by setscrew as follows.
*Pallet fork forward tilt: Screw "IN"
*Pallet fork back tilt: Screw "Out"
(Typically 1/2 turn is a good increment of change)
7) Tighten the lock nut

*Tightening torque: 5.4 to 7.8 N-m

(0.6 to 0.8 kgf-m)
8) Repeat the procedures mentioned above
(1) Jig (Not included in this kit) (from 3 to 7) until the raise self-leveling adjustment is
within specification.
2) Start the engine and set at 2000rpm.
3) Set the pallet fork flat on the ground.

A When the pendulum indicates the vertical line of the jig

(marked "V"), the pallet fork is flat.

4) Raise the boom to the maximum height.

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A When the pendulum indicates the vertical line of the jig
(marked "V"), the bucket (or pallet fork) is flat.

2) Lower the boom until the bucket (or pallet fork)

slightly contact to the ground.
3) If the bucket (or pallet fork) angle is not within the
angle shown in the illustration, readjust the self-
leveling.

A When the pendulum indicates the white range of the

jig, the bucket (or pallet fork) angle is proper.

4) If the bucket (or pallet fork) angle is not within the

angle shown in the illustration, loosen the lock nut then
adjust by setscrew as follows.
*Pallet fork forward tilt: Screw "OUT"
*Pallet fork back tilt: Screw "IN"
(Typically 1/2 turn is a good increment of change)
*The cap, lock nut and set screw for lower leveling
A The torque for the lock nut is very important. If the nut adjustment is shown below.
is over tightened the adjusting screw may break. 5) Tighten the lock nut.
A Do not adjust the main relief valve, otherwise it would
damage hydraulic pumps. *Tightening torque: 5.4 to 7.8 N-m
(0.6 to 0.8 kgf-m)
2. Lower Leveling Adjustment
6) Repeat the procedures mentioned above
(from 1 to 5) until the lower self-leveling adjustment is
within specification.

1) Set the boom in the maximum raised position and

the bucket (or pallet fork) flat.
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FRONT REMOTE HYDRAULIC CONTROL

SYSTEM (if equipped)
This system can be used for a front mounted hydraulic
implement, as it provides hydraulic oil to the front outlet
directly.

BInstall the Coupler

1. Remove the cap from the front hydraulic outlet.
2. Install the hydraulic quick coupler as required.

(1) Front hydraulic outlet

(2) Hydraulic quick coupler (Not included in this kit)

BControl Switch
1. Front hydraulic valve main switch
Push the front hydraulic valve main switch (1) to
engage the front hydraulic valve.
A The torque for the lock nut is very important. If the nut A light on the switch will illuminate to indicate that the
is over tightened the adjusting screw may break. front hydraulic valve is on, and to enable the activation
A Do not adjust the main relief valve, otherwise it would switch (2).
damage hydraulic pumps. 2. Activation switch
(1) When pressing the "A" button, hydraulic oil will
come out of Port A and return through Port B as
long as the switch is pressed.
(2) When pressing the "B" button hydraulic oil will
come out of Port B and return through Port A as
long as the switch is pressed.
3. Push the front hydraulic valve main switch again to
disengage the front hydraulic valve, and the light of the
front hydraulic valve main switch will turn off.
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To avoid personal injury:
A Valve lock does not lock out switch operated
third-function hydraulics, which are active
when the key switch and the front hydraulic
valve main switch are ON.

BRemote Control Coupler Connecting and

Disconnecting

To avoid personal injury:

(1) Front hydraulic valve main switch A Stop the engine and relieve pressure before
(2) Activation switch connecting or disconnecting lines.
A Do not use your hand to check for leaks.

C Relieve Hydraulic Pressure

1. Move the key switch to the "RUN" position.

A Don't start the engine.

2. Push the front hydraulic valve main switch "ON".

3. Press the activation switch A and B several times.
4. Push the front hydraulic valve main switch "OFF".
5. Turn the key switch to the "OFF" position.

C Connecting
1. Clean both couplers.
2. Remove dust plugs.
3. Insert the implement coupler to the tractor hydraulic
(C) Front hydraulic valve main switch "OFF"
coupler.
(D) Front hydraulic valve main switch "ON"
4. Pull the implement coupler slightly to make sure
couplers are firmly connected.
A While a front mounted hydraulic attachment is used,
make sure the hydraulic hose is routed out of contact C Disconnecting
with the left and right bucket links. (Keep the hose from 1. Lower the implement first to the ground to release
running over within the circled zone in the figure hydraulic pressure in the hoses.
below.) 2. Clean the couplers.
3. Press the "Activation switch" a couple of times to
relieve hydraulic pressure.
Pull the hose straight from the hydraulic coupler to
release it.
4. Clean oil and dust from the coupler, and then replace
the dust plugs.

A Your local KUBOTA dealer can supply parts to adapt

couplers to hydraulic hoses.
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KUBOTA SHOCKLESS RIDE SYSTEM MULTI-COUPLER SYSTEM (if equipped)

(KSR) (if equipped) This system is designed to easily connect and disconnect
the four hydraulic hoses simultaneously without oil leak
This suspension system is designed to ease shocks that
the operator would feel during operation. when attaching and detaching the loader.

How to use KSR system How to use Multi-Coupler

Turn the selector dial all the way (90 ) to switch on and off C Connecting
1. Open the dust cover of the fixed part.
the system.
2. Push the safety lock button and turn up the lever until
it stops.

(1) Knob
(1) Dust Cover
(2) Safety Lock Button
(3) Lever
(4) Fixed part
To avoid personal injury:
A Before switching on this system, be sure to 3. Put the mobile part on the fixed part and engage the
place the front attachment in contact with the reference pins in the proper holes.
ground.
A Before servicing this system, be sure to switch
on the system first and then set the control
lever to the floating position. This lets out the
residual pressure from the accumulator.
A When it is necessary to move the loader more
precisely, keep the KSR system off. (It is
particularly advisable to keep it off for handling
pallets in which the loader must be accurately
moved.)

(1) Mobile part

(2) Reference pins
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4. Rotate the lever downward until it stops. 3. Rotate the lever downward until it stops and close the
dust cover.

C Disconnecting
1. Push the safety lock button and turn up the Lever until
it stops.
To avoid machine damage:
A Before connecting each, ensure to carefully
clean the mating surfaces of the fixed part, of
the mobile part and the reference pins.
A Lubricate periodically all the moving
components.

(1) Mobile part

(2) Safety lock button

2. Remove the mobile part from the fixed part.

A Once the mobile part is disconnected, please

close the dust cover to keep the flat surface of
the fixed part clean.
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ATTACHING ATTACHMENTS
This quick attach coupler is designed to be used with
attachments that comply with ISO 23206 standard
published 2005. This quick attach coupler allows the
operator to change easily without the use of tools.

To avoid serious personal injury or death:

A Use of a non-Kubota attachment that does not
comply with ISO 23206 standard or the
improper positioning of handle or non-
protrusion of pin(s) may result in detachment
of the attachment or deformation, causing loss
of performance, personal injury or death. 3. When the quick attach coupler comes in contact with
the attachment, raise the loader to hook the
A Attachments should be located on a flat, firm surface attachment. Then shift to the roll back position
when attaching and detaching them from the quick completely to engage the locking system.
attach coupler.

1. To mount an attachment, shift the handle of the quick

attach coupler pin to the unlocked position. Tilt the To avoid serious personal injury or death:
quick attach coupler forward slightly. A Make sure the handle contacts the guide bar at
the point (A).
A Make sure both lock pins (LH, RH) protrude
through both pin holes.

(1) Handle
(2) Pin

2. Adjust the quick attach coupler angle as shown in the

figure. Drive the tractor forward slowly to position the (1) Handle (A) The handle contacts the
quick attach coupler under the attachment hooks. Now (2) Guide bar guide bar at this point.
these hooks are visible from the direction of arrow. (3) Pin holes
(4) Lock pin

To avoid personal injury or machine damage:

A Never operate or transport attachments which
are not attached completely.
A Always replace damaged hardware
immediately.
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DETACHING ATTACHMENTS MAINTENANCE
1. Attachments are secured to the quick attach coupler
BQuick attach coupler with an over center latching system. It is important that
1. Detaching attachments is done in the reverse of these parts are kept clean, lubricated and free from
attaching attachments. The procedure is below. debris.
2. Lower the attachment to ground level with the 2. Keep the latching pins and latching handles free from
attachment slightly in the rolled back position. Stop the debris. Lubricate the latching pins weekly with grease.
engine and set the parking brake.
3. Pull the quick attach coupler handles to the unlatched
position to release the latching pins.
4. While sitting in the tractor operator's seat, start the
engine and slowly move the loader control lever to the
"DUMP" position until the attachment is pushed away
slightly from the quick attach coupler.
5. Lower the loader boom so that the quick attach coupler
mounting plate clears the attachment saddle.
6. Back away from the attachment slowly.
7. If an attachment is not going to be attached to the
quick attach coupler immediately, push the handles of
the quick attach coupler to the locked position to
prevent damage to the handle assembly.

BEuro type coupler

1. Lower the attachment to ground level with the 3. Keep the latching handles tight. If the handles become
attachment slightly in the rolled back position. Stop the loose, tighten the hex nut slightly to remove any play
engine and set the parking brake. from the handles.
2. Shift the handle of the quick attach coupler pin to the 4. Clean the saddle, at the top of the attachment, and the
unlocked position. latching pin slots of any dirt and debris before
3. Start the engine and slowly move the loader control mounting an attachment to the quick attach coupler.
lever to the "LOWER" position until the attachment
disengages from the quick attach coupler.
4. Back the tractor away from the attachment.
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ATTACHMENTS
BBale spear
BQuick attach bucket

OVERALL HEIGHT
602 mm
-ROUND 84''
OVERALL WIDTH
WIDTH
1215 mm
2135 mm
OVERALL LENGTH (INCLUDING MAIN SPEAR)
STRUCK CAPACITY
0.52 cu.m. 980 mm
USEABLE LENGTH OF MAIN SPEAR
-LIGHT MATERIAL 84'' 640 mm
WIDTH USEABLE LENGTH OF SPEAR 2
2135 mm 355 mm
STRUCK CAPACITY MAXIMUM DIAMETER OF MAIN SPEAR
0.63 cu.m. 45 mm
DIAMETER OF SPEAR 2
-SQUARE 96'' 32 mm
WIDTH WEIGHT OF IMPLEMENT
2440 mm 87 kg
STRUCK CAPACITY
0.66 cu.m.

-LIGHT MATERIAL 96''

WIDTH
2400 mm
STRUCK CAPACITY
0.80 cu.m.
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2. Slide the fork to the desired position.
BPallet fork

(1) Fork

3. Push the lock lever and slide the fork slightly until the
lock pin engages with one of the notches to lock the
Loader Model Rated Capacity folk.
LA1954EC 930 kg
LA2254EC 1090 kg

ASSEMBLE PALLET FORK

1. Install the fork to the middle of the frame.
(fit the lower hook of the fork to the center notch of the
frame)

(1) Lock lever

4. The other fork can be installed using the same

procedures.

(1) Fork
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MAINTENANCE
DAILY CHECKS
1. Before the day's operation, visually check to see if the
To avoid personal injury: hardware and their bolts and nuts are tight enough.
A Be sure to check and service the tractor on a 2. With the engine off and the bucket on the ground,
flat surface with the bucket on the ground, inspect all hoses for cuts or wear. Check for signs of
engine shut off, the key removed and the leaks and make sure all fittings are tight.
parking brake on.

LUBRICATION
1. Lubricate all grease fittings every 10 hours of To avoid serious personal injury:
operation. Also, lubricate the joints of the control lever A Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can
linkage every 10 hours. High quality grease have sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing
designating "extreme pressure" and containing serious personal injury. Before disconnecting
Molybdenum disulfide is recommended. This grease lines, be sure to relieve all pressure.
may specify "Moly EP" on its label. Before applying pressure to the system, be
sure all connections are tight and that lines,
tubes, and hoses are not damaged. Fluid
escaping from a very small hole can be almost
invisible. Use a piece of cardboard or wood,
rather than your hands, to search for
suspected leaks.

2. Daily before operation, check the tractor hydraulic fluid

level. If low, add as described in the tractor's operator's
manual. Also change the filter element and the
hydraulic fluid as recommended in the tractor's
operator's manual.

RE-TIGHTENING OF HARDWARE (1) Hydraulic line

After 20 to 30 hours of loader operation, re-tighten all (2) Cardboard
mounting bolts and nuts to the required torque value as (3) Magnifying glass
specified in the "Installation Instructions".
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If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at
once. Serious infection or allergic reaction will
EVERY 50 HOURS
develop if proper medical treatment is not BChecking main frame bolt torque
administered immediately.
A When removing the engine side covers, be
careful not to touch hot loader cylinders.
Allow all surfaces to cool before performing To avoid personal injury:
maintenance. A Never operate front loader with a loose main
frame.
A Before servicing the loader or the tractor, be A Any time bolts and nuts are loosened, retighten
sure to place the loader boom in contact with to specified torque.
the ground. If the loader boom must be raised A Check all bolts and nuts frequently and keep
during service or maintenance, support the them tight.
boom as shown in the figure.
Check main frame bolts and nuts regularly especially
when new. If they are loose, tighten them.

(1) Tightening torque : 319 N-m (32.5 kgf-m)

(2) Tightening torque : 368 N-m (37.5 kgf-m)
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BGeneral torque specification

American standard screws, bolts and nuts with UNC or
Metric cap screws
UNF threads

SAE grade No. SAE GR.5 SAE GR.8 property class 8.8 Approx. SAE GR 5

(N-m) 11.7 to 15.8 16.3 to 19.8 (N-m) 9.8 to 11.2

1/4 (kgf-m) 1.19 to 1.61 1.66 to 2.02 M6 (kgf-m) 1.0 to 1.1
(ft-lbs) 8.6 to 11.6 12.0 to 14.6 (ft-lbs) 7.2 to 8.3
(N-m) 23.1 to 27.8 32.5 to 39.3 (N-m) 23.6 to 27.4
5/16 (kgf-m) 2.35 to 2.83 3.31 to 4.01 M8 (kgf-m) 2.4 to 2.8
(ft-lbs) 17.0 to 20.5 24.0 to 29.0 (ft-lbs) 17.4 to 20.2
(N-m) 47.5 to 57.0 61.0 to 73.2 (N-m) 48.1 to 55.8
3/8 (kgf-m) 4.84 to 5.81 6.22 to 7.46 M10 (kgf-m) 4.9 to 5.7
(ft-lbs) 35.0 to 42.0 45.0 to 54.0 (ft-lbs) 35.5 to 41.2
(N-m) 108.5 to 130.2 149.2 to 179.0 (N-m) 77.5 to 90.1
1/2 (kgf-m) 11.06 to 13.28 15.21 to 18.25 M12 (kgf-m) 7.9 to 9.2
(ft-lbs) 80.0 to 96.0 110.0 to 132.0 (ft-lbs) 57.2 to 66.5
(N-m) 149.2 to 179.0 217.0 to 260.4 (N-m) 124 to 147
9/16 (kgf-m) 15.21 to 18.25 22.13 to 26.55 M14 (kgf-m) 12.6 to 15.0
(ft-lbs) 110.0 to 132.0 160.0 to 192.0 (ft-lbs) 91.5 to 108.4
(N-m) 203.4 to 244.1 298.3 to 358.0 (N-m) 196 to 225
5/8 (kgf-m) 20.74 to 24.89 30.42 to 36.51 M16 (kgf-m) 20.0 to 23.0
(ft-lbs) 150.0 to 180.0 220.0 to 264.0 (ft-lbs) 145 to 166
(N-m) 275 to 318
M18 (kgf-m) 28.0 to 32.5
(ft-lbs) 203 to 235
(N-m) 368 to 431
M20 (kgf-m) 37.6 to 44.0
(ft-lbs) 272 to 318
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REMOVING THE LOADER

To avoid personal injury:

A Make sure an approved bucket is attached
before removing the loader from the tractor.
A For removing the loader, choose flat and hard
ground, preferably concrete.
A If the ground surface is soft, place suitable
planks on the ground for the bucket and
stands.
A Before starting the engine or using the
hydraulic control valve, always sit in the
operator's seat.
A Make sure the bucket and stands are at ground
level.
(1) Stand
1. Raise the boom until the stands can be rotated.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the spring pins holding the stands to the A Lift the weight off the front wheels with the bucket. Do
boom. not attempt to lift them with the stands.
4. Rotate the stands until the pin on the stand and hole in
the boom are aligned. 8. Stop the engine.
Then slide the stands outward and insert the spring pin 9. Remove the mounting pins from the loader main frame
as shown. and hold them on boom.
10. Start the engine and run at idle. Slowly move the
hydraulic control lever to rollback position to raise the
loader side frames up and out of the receivers of the
main frames as shown.

(1) Stand
(2) Spring pin

5. Start the engine and run at idle.

6. Dump the bucket approximately 20 degrees. (1) Hydraulic control lever
7. Lower the boom and raise the front wheels slightly.
11. Stop the engine.
12. Slowly release all hydraulic pressure by moving the
hydraulic control lever in all directions.
13. Disconnect the four hoses with quick couplers at the
control valve and place them on the right side of the
boom.
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14. Remove the quick coupler after tilting the connector

assy stay to make space between muffler and quick
coupler.

(1) Connecter assy stay

15. Place the protective caps and plugs on the quick

coupler ends.

(1) Protective plug

16. Start the engine and slowly back the tractor away from
the loader.
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STORING THE LOADER
1. Store the loader in a clean dry place.
2. Make sure the loader is properly supported.
3. Attach the protective plugs and caps to the couplers to
protect them from dust.

4. Check all hydraulic hoses and connections. Repair or

replace them if necessary.
5. Repair or replace any worn, damaged or missing
parts.
6. Lubricate loader as described in "LUBRICATION" in
Maintenance section.
7. Apply a coat of grease to all exposed cylinder rods and
mounting pins to prevent rust.
8. Repaint worn or scratched parts.
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REINSTALLING THE LOADER

5. Slowly move the hydraulic control lever to dump
position to lower the side frames into the main frames
and engage the bosses of the side frames to the guide
To avoid personal injury:
plates of the main frames. Then lift the weight off the
A Before starting the engine and operating the
front wheels with the loader - do not lift the wheels off
control valve, always sit in the operator's seat.
the ground.
1. Slowly drive the tractor between the loader side
frames until the rear portion of both side frames
touches the main frames as shown.

(1) Hydraulic control lever

A Do not attempt to lift the front wheels with the stands.

(1) Side frame
(2) Main frame 6. Stop the engine. Reinstall the mounting pins and
secure them with the spring pins.
2. Stop the engine.
7. Start the engine.
3. Connect the four hoses with couplers to the nipples on
8. Raise the boom until the stands can be rotated.
the control valve as indicated with color marks. Then
9. Stop the engine.
connect the protective caps and plugs to each other.
10. Store the stands to their original positions and secure
them with the spring pins as shown.

(1) Hoses

(1) Stand
4. Start the engine and run at idle.
(2) Spring pin

11. Start the engine.

12. Lower the boom and level the bucket.