Kubota KX series KX36-2, KX41-2 S, KX41-2 V, KX61-2, KX71-2, KX91-2, KX121-2, KX161-2 excavator operator´s manual

Table of Contents

Contents

• Important information 1
• Dealer service 8
• Technical data 9
• List of attachments 10
• Swing stopper 13

Operating instructions

• Description of machine parts 14
• Instrument panel and control elements 15

Checks before start

• Daily checks 17
• Cabin type machines 20

Operation of the engine

• Starting the engine 22
• Starting with an auxiliary battery 23

Excavator operation

• Running-in of the new excavator 24
• Operating instructions during work 26
• Dozer operation 29
• Lifting the machine 31
• Handling the safety bar 32
• Emergency exit and swivel speed control 33
• Decreasing the pressure 34
• Service port operation 35

Transporting the excavator

• On a truck 36
• Lifting of the excavator 38
• Care and maintenance 40

Maintenance

• Maintenance intervals 42
• Opening and closing of parts 43
• Daily checks 44
• Every 50 hours 47
• Every 100 hours 49
• Every 200 hours 50
• Every 250 hours 51
• Every 500 hours 53
• Every 1000 hours 55

Lubrication

• Oil and fluids 56
• Fuel, lubrication, and coolant 58
• Electrical system 60
• Battery 61
• Fuse and relay 62

General servicing and adjustments

• Adjustments and replacements 64
• Adjustment of crawler 65
• Replacing the bucket teeth and side cutters 66

Troubleshooting

• If the engine fails to start 67
• If the engine overheats 68
• If the excavator fails to move 69
• Other troubleshooting 70

Appendix

• Recommended oils 72
• Lifting capacity 73

Kubota KX41:

• Variant: Standard
• Mini Excavator
• Notable for its compactness and efficiency, especially in urban settings.

Kubota KX41-2:

• Variant: KX41-2V (with variable track settings)
• Successor to the KX41 with improvements based on user feedback.

Kubota KX36:

• Variant: Standard
• Known for its small size but considerable power for its class.

Kubota KX61:

• Variant: KX61-2 (an improved version with enhancements)
• A slightly larger model than the KX41 series with more digging power.

Kubota KX71:

• Variant: KX71-2, KX71-3 (subsequent models with incremental improvements)
• Known for its durability and versatility in both urban and rural settings.

Kubota KX91:

• Variant: KX91-2, KX91-3 (with each newer version offering enhanced features)
• A mid-range excavator in terms of size and power, suitable for a variety of tasks.