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Kioti DK50 Owner's Manual

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Congratulations on being an owner of a versatile KIOTI DK45, DK50 t r a c t o r. This tractor has been
designed with finest materials and under a rigid quality control standards set forth by K I O T I e n g i n e e r i n g
department. Knowledge of tractor operation is essential for many years of dependable service and
r e l i a b i l i t y. This manual is given to help you familiarize yourself with the DK45, DK50 tractor and to give
you helpful information about tractor safety, operation and maintenance. It is K I O T I policy to provide each
K I O T I tractor owner with a detailed owner's manual to help you answer many questions. If the
information you are seeking is not found in this manual, your K I O T I tractor dealer will be happy to help
you. Please feel free to contact DAEDONG-USA, INC.
Throughout this manual, you will see text in italics, preceded by the words NOTE, IMPORTA N T o r
WA R N I N G. Such text has the following significance.
NOTE : This text stresses a correct operating procedure or technique.
I M P O R TANT : This text stresses a correct operating technique or procedure that, If ignored, could result
in damage to the tractor or equipment.
WARNING : This text stresses a correct operating technique or procedure that, if ignored,
could result in personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
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  • Page 1 Knowledge of tractor operation is essential for many years of dependable service and r e l i a b i l i t y. This manual is given to help you familiarize yourself with the DK45, DK50 tractor and to give you helpful information about tractor safety, operation and maintenance.

  • Page 2: Safety Alert Symbol

    Safety Alert Symbol This is the industry “SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL”. It is used to call your attention to items or operation that could be dangerous to you or other persons using this equipment. The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL means “ATTENTION! BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLV E D !” where the symbol appears, please read the messages and follow the instructions carefully.

  • Page 3: Universal Symbols

    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 Remote Cylinder-Retract Diesel Fuel Remote Cylinder-Extend F u e l - L e v e l Steering Wheel-Tilt Control...
  • Page 4 Pre-Delivery Service CHECK AND ADJUST AS REQUIRED I N O P E R ATIVE SERVICE CHECKS 4. Flashing lights/tail lights operation 1. Tire pressure and condition 5. Owner’s Manual supplied 2. Lift-rod leveling crank for proper operation 6. P . T.O. guard installed 3.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Precautions 1. Servicing of Tractor 2. Specifications 3. Handling New Tractor 4. Instrument Panel and Controls 4.1 Switches 4.2 Controls 4.3 Hydraulic unit 5. Three-point Hitch & Drawbar 6. Wheels, Tires and Tread 6.1 Tread-Front 6.2 Tread-Rear 6.3 Tires 6.4 Ballast 6.5 Toe-in 7.
  • Page 6 10.4 Steering wheel 10.5 Front axle support 10.6 Adjusting the micro switch’s height 11. Troubleshooting 11.1 Engine Troubleshooting 11.2 Tractor Troubleshooting 11.3 Battery Troubleshooting 12. Long-term storage 13. Option (DK50) 13.1 Open cap (if installed) 13.2 Cabin (if installed) 14. Service Record...

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    20. For your safety ROPS with a seat belt is f a t i g u e d . recommended by KIOTI for most applications. 12. When working in cooperation with other tractors, let the other drivers know what you are doing.
  • Page 8 Check owner’s manual and discuss with your 3. When driving the tractor on a road, turn the light local dealer. switch to the bright head lamp position. Be sure NOTE : the SMV emblem is visible and clear. Dip the •...
  • Page 9 5. Do not operate the tractor engine in an enclosed Refer to “Specifications of Implement building without adequate ventilation. Exhaust Limitations” recommended by KIOTI Dealer, fumes can cause death. which outlines the maximum loads for safe 6. Tighten all connections before starting the...
  • Page 10 15. When loading on a truck, securely fix a rugged 1. Use 3-point hitch only with equipment designed ramp with non-skids and check to see that there for 3-point hitch usage. are no people around before starting to load or 2.
  • Page 11 ( 2 ) Avoid fuel spills and over filling the fuel tank. Clean up any spills on tractor before starting ( 2 ) Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can e n g i n e . have sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing serious personal injury.
  • Page 12 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY : 1. Roll-Over Protective Structure(ROPS) with a seat belt is recommended ( 2 ) Part No : 94612-1835-1 by KIOTI TRACTOR in most applications. Check owner’s manual and discuss with your local dealer. WARNING 2. Always use belt when the tractor is equipped with Roll-Over Protective Structure(ROPS).

  • Page 13: Servicing Of Tractor

    Before using implements not sold by K I O T I D I S T R I B U TOR, contact your nearest dealer, regarding safety in its application. KIOTI TRACTOR Tractor Serial No. Engine Serial No. Date of Purchase...

  • Page 14: Specifications

    2. Specifications M o d e l D K 4 5 D K 5 0 Maximum PTO power 3 8 H P 4 1 . 5 H P Engine GROSS power 4 5 H P 4 9 H P M o d e l 4 A 2 2 0 4 A 2 0 0 T T y p e...

  • Page 15: Handling New Tractor

    3. Handling New Tractor How a new tractor is handled and maintained determines the life of the tractor. A new tractor just off the factory production line -Changing lubricating oil for new tractors has been, of course, well fitted and tested, but The lubricating oil is specially important in the the various parts are not accustomed to severe case of a new tractor.

  • Page 16: Instrument Panel And Controls

    4. Instrument Panel and Controls 4.1 Switches - Key Switch NOTE : Inserting the key and turning it one click to the right, • Because of the safety device, the engine may not closes the electrical circuit and lights up the engine be started except when the clutch is disengaged.
  • Page 17 - Hazard Lamp Switch - Cooling Water Temp. Meter When a hazard lamp switch is pulled to on position, Wait until Engine is warm enough. Do not operate the hazard lamps blink. tractor before Temp. meter indicates the proper temperature. Be careful not to exceed cooling water temperature overheated(red mark on Temp.
  • Page 18 - Fuses - INSTRUMENT GAUGE There are fuses in the fuse box to safeguard the electric circuit. (1) Trachometer - Fuel Thermistor (2) Temperature gauge If fuel lamp goes out, stop engine and refill fuel tank. (3) Fuel gauge (4) P TO ON Indicator - Fuel Gauge (5) Coolant level warning lamp Fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel.

  • Page 19: Controls

    4.2 Controls - Main Shift Lever & Hi-Lo shift lever The main shift lever pattern is in the form of an “H”. The range lever is used to select two stage, “High” and “Low”. By combination and use of the main gear shift lever and the Hi-Lo gear shift lever, it is possible to obtain four speeds forward and reverse in “High”...
  • Page 20 to leave the mechanism disengaged. The front - Clutch Pedal wheel drive mechanism is very effective on the When the clutch pedal is fully depressed, the clutch is following jobs. disengaged. Shift the main shift lever to the desired (1) On slopes and in wet fields, or when connected speed and gradually release the clutch pedal, then to the Trailer or the Front-End-Loader where the clutch will become engaged.
  • Page 21 • Depress the brake pedals. backward, to fit the physique of the operator. • Latch the brake pedals with the parking brake Furthermore, the seat can be tipped forward so l e v e r. that there would be no fear of the seat getting wet (2) To release the parking brake, depress the in the rain.

  • Page 22: Hydraulic Unit

    4.3 Hydraulic unit - Draft Control The standard tractor has the hydraulic control This will control the pull of the 3-point implement. systems as below. Therefore, use the most As the load on the 3-point hitch changes due to a p p r o p r i a t e system for the implement you are various soil conditions, the draft control system u s i n g .
  • Page 23 - 3-Point Hitch Lowering Speed When lowing the implement, it operates smothly. When implement is not attached. - Hydraulic Block Type Outlet Hydraulic block type outlet is useful when adding hydraulically operated equipment such as: front end loader, front blade, etc. When implement is attached Remove the plugs.
  • Page 24 . 4. Clean oil and dust from the coupler, then replace the dust plugs. NOTE : Your local KIOTI Dealer can supply parts to • adapt couplers to hydraulic hoses. - Remote Control Valve Lever Move the lever up or down and hold. This will raise or lower the implement.
  • Page 25 - Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference Chart In order to handle the hydraulics properly, the operator must be familiar with the following. Though this information may not be applicable to all types of implements and soil conditions, it is useful for general conditions.

  • Page 26: Three-Point Hitch & Drawbar

    5. Three-point Hitch & Drawbar - Adjustment of Top Link CAUTION : 1. Adjust the angle of the implement to the • Never use lower link 2(Back) hole. desired position by shorting or lengthening the Top Link. 2. The fixing position of the top-hitch varies WARNING according to the type of implement being used.
  • Page 27 - Adjustment of Check Chains Adjust the turn-buckle to control horizontal sway of the implement. Type of implement Chain adjustment Plow, furrower, subsoiler, Loosen until the cultivator, ditcher implement can be moved 50~60mm horizontally. Rotary, mower, hay rake, T i g h t e n tedder, ridger NOTE : •...

  • Page 28: Wheels, Tires And Tread

    6. Wheels, Tires and Tread When working the fields where plants are in rows, it is necessary to change the wheel tread so that the tires would not pass over the plants. It is also necessary to widen wheel tread to decrease danger when working on slopes or hills, or when doing trailer work, etc.

  • Page 29: Tires

    To change the present tread to the desired tread, all of the arrow mark would show the direction of rotation. Furthermore, the tire mark on the ground should be in “V” shape. Remove rim bolts, slide in peripheral direction to move to outside or inside of disk and set.

  • Page 30: Ballast

    Retighten the lock nut. o v e r. Remove weight where it is no longer needed. Front weights are available from your KIOTI D e a l e r. Your dealer can help you decide how much is required for your particular application.

  • Page 31: Operating Instructions

    7. Operating Instructions Your KIOTI TRACTO R was designed and * Check oil level in the engine crankcase and engineered for dependable performance during correct, if necessary. long service life. Follow the suggestions in this section of the Owner’s Manual to help you obtain all the performance that was designed and built in your tractor.

  • Page 32: Starting The Engine

    - Are all the grease nipples filled with sufficient necessary preheating time, refer to the table b e l o w chassis grease? Temperature Preheating Time Over 60 o C(140 The front axle, tie rod, brake and clutch pedals, etc. 0 sec.

  • Page 33: Stopping The Engine

    • When the ambient temperature is less than - 7.2 Operating the tractor C ( 3 2 F), remove the battery from the tractor and store it somewhere warm until next o p e r a t i o n . - Pre-operation Inspection Before starting, make a routine inspection of the 7.1.3 Stopping the engine...

  • Page 34: Stopping The Tractor

    * Always be sure to interlock two brake pedals when operating the tractor on roads. WARNING • Interlock the right and left brake pedals before starting. Uneven braking results in a sharp turn, which may even turn over the tractor. 7.3 Stopping the tractor •...

  • Page 35: Turning

    7.5 Tu r n i n g engine oil pressure is below the prescribed level. When tunning on curves, be sure to reduce the If the lamp should go on during operation, speed, then turn the steering wheel. immediately stop the engine and check : 1.

  • Page 36: Driving On Public Roads

    implement while driving on farm roads. 7.7 Driving on public roads 2 .The front wheels of the tractor tend to lift when farm 1. Make sure the left and right brake pedals are implements are attached to the rear of the tractor. interlocked before driving on public roads.

  • Page 37: Use Of The Differential Lock

    7.10 Use of the differential lock Observe the following precautions when applying the differential lock. 1. Apply the differential lock moderately. Limit its use to the below situations. • When the tractor enters or leaves the farm field, it cannot move straight because of excessive individual wheel-spin under difficult or slippery field conditions.

  • Page 38: Maintenance

    6) Check if there is enough coolant in the radiator (See page 54). 8.2 Lubricants To prevent serious damage by hydraulic systems, use only KIOTI genuine fluid or its equivalent. P l a c e c a p a c i t y L u b r i c a n t s •...

  • Page 39: Maintenance Check List

    8.3 Maintenance check list NOTE : • Make sure stop engine completely prior to checking and adjusting. (for details please refer to the attached check list.) Frequency Check Notes Remarks of check Initial operation During this period, pay attention to the following (first 60 hours) 1) After the first 35 hours of use, change the engine oil.
  • Page 40 Frequency Check Notes Remarks of check Every 50 hours 1) Lubrication 1. Front axle (on right and left sides) 2. Connection of brake pedals (two points) Apply a small amount of chassis 3. Right side of lifting rod g r e a s e . 4.
  • Page 41 Frequency Check Notes Remarks of check Every 300 4) Check that bearing, cylinder head and 1.6 oz. (45g) of bearing grease. h o u r s pump connections are tight. 8.2L(8.6 u.s.qts.) 5) Apply grease to the front wheel hubs (right and left sides, two points each) 6) Front axle case.

  • Page 42: Check And Maintenance

    9. Check and Maintenance • Fill the fuel tank with fuel and open the fuel cock. 9.1 Fuel (Use only No. 2 diesel fuel.) (42.3 u.s. qts. : 40 - Checking and Refilling • Loosen the air vent cock of the injection pump two or three turns using hand while operating the fuel NOTE : pump on the condition of key “on”.

  • Page 43: Engine Oil

    - Checking Fuel Pipe admit dust into the fuel pump. -Cleaning the Fuel Filter Pot WARNING When period of operation reaches approx. 100 hours, clean the fuel filter. • Stop the engine when attempting the check This job should not be done in the field, but in a and change prescribed below.
  • Page 44 3. If the level is too low, add new oil to the prescribed level at the oil port. -Engine Oil Filter Cartridge Change NOTE : • Be sure to stop the engine before changing the oil 4. When using an oil of different maker or viscosity filter cartridge.

  • Page 45: Transmission Fluid

    . I M P O RTANT : • To prevent serious damage to the engine, replacement element must be highly efficient. Use only a KIOTI genuine filter. I M P O RTANT : 9.3 Transmission fluid NOTE : •...

  • Page 46: Changing Front Axle Differential Case Oil

    I M P O RTANT : • All current model KIOTI Tractors come with a re- usable hydraulic filter. This filter can be taken apart, cleaned and reassembled.

  • Page 47: Air Cleaner

    - Pedal Shaft Grease brake, clutch pedal and pedal shaft support. - Seat Adjuster 9.8 Cleaning air filter element Apply the grease on the surface of sliding guide. 1. To clean the element, use clean dry compressed air on the inside of the element. Air pressure at the nozzle must not exceed 29 PSi (2kgf/cm 2 ) .

  • Page 48: Radiator

    2. If water leakage should become excessive, consult your local dealer. - KIOTI Scale Inhibitor No. 11 1. The KIOTI Scale Inhibitor No. 11 prevents scale formation in the cooling water. Scale which builds up in either hard or soft water, sharply reduces cooling eff i c i e n c y.
  • Page 49 58. temperature drops below 0 o C ( 3 2 o F), drain out the 4. If scale forms in the tube, clean with KIOTI scale water or add a proper amount of anti-freeze when i n h i b i t o r.

  • Page 50: Battery

    •Check battery terminals to be sure they are clean 9.10 Battery and free from corrosion. Keeping the battery clean will give prolonged WARNING service. Remove corrosion from the terminals • Never remove the battery cap while the periodically and coat terminals with grease. engine is running.
  • Page 51 the standard fashion. sealing cardboards and tapes. 1 0 .A boost charge is only for emergencies. It 2. Fill each cell with electrolyte having a specific partially charges the battery at a high rate and in gravity given in Table 1 up to highest level a short time.

  • Page 52: Adjustments

    10. Adjustments 10. Adjustments NOTE : • When making adjustments, park the tractor on flat ground and apply the parking brake. 10.1 Fan drive belt tention If the fan drive belt becomes loose, the engine may overheat. Check the belt tension as shown - Adjustment of Clutch Pedal Free Tr a v e l b e l o w.

  • Page 53: Brake

    10.3 Brake If brake pedal travel become too great or travel varies too greatly between the right and left pedals, loosen the tumbuckle lock nut turn the turnbuckle in the desired direction until the proper pedal travel is achieved. Moderate right and left pedal play ranges from 25 to 40mm(0.98 to 1.57 in.).

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    0.0098 in. (0.25 mm), exhaust c e n t e r ) 0.0118 in. (0.3 mm) with engine cold. DK45 : 18 o (0.3 rad) DK50 : 20 o (0.35 rad) Air cleaner is dirty * Clean the element every 100-200 Engine oil * Change grade of oil according to the hours of operation.

  • Page 55: Tractor Troubleshooting

    - When color of exhaust is specially bad See your KIOTI dealer. - When engine must be stopped immediately Cause Countmeasures - When color of exhaust is specially bad Speed suddenly * Check the adjustments and timing Cause Countmeasures decreases or of injection and the fuel system.

  • Page 56: Battery Troubleshooting

    11.3 Battery troubleshooting Condition of Battery Cause Countermeasure Precaution Starter dose not function Key is not “ON” Turn key “ON” Battery is over-used until light Charge for long period by Do not overuse the battery and becomes dim. ordinary charging method charge before fully discharged.

  • Page 57: Long-Term Storage

    12. Long-term storage 12. Long-term sroage NOTE : direct sunlight. When storing, remove the key from the key 11. The battery runs down over time even • switch. while in storage. Recharge it once a month in hot seasons and once every two months When the tractor will not be operated for two or in cold seasons.

  • Page 58: Option (Dk50)

    13. Option ( DK50 ) • Because the window wouldn’t be opened by 13.1 Open cap (if installed) working machine, make sure that it is possible 1.Open cab designed for convenient use was whether the window could be opened or not.
  • Page 59 [ Precautions when using heater ] 1. Use ani-freezing solution suitable for outside WARNING temperature in winter. 2. If ani-freezing solution is not used in winter, drain coolant after driving. • Working for a long time with aircondtioner ON 3. Prior to use, check heat house is not damaged. can cause contamination inside of working area.

  • Page 60: Service Record

    14. Service record Hour DATE CODE NO. DESCRIPTION Ref.No. REMARKS Meter...

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