Looking for the factory operating reference covering your Kubota LA514, LA724, or LA854? This 38-page front loader operator manual walks through every control position, pre-operation check, and maintenance interval as published by Kubota. Operating sections cover filling, lifting, carrying, dumping, float control, bank loading, and backfilling, with separate setups for the quick bucket, bale spear, and pallet fork. The pre-operation checklist runs through lubrication points, transmission fluid level, tire inflation, rear ballast, and a test run before your first day out. The LA514 tops out at 17.7 MPa (2560 psi) of hydraulic pressure; M16 mounting hardware gets torqued to 226 N-m (23 kgf-m, 166 ft-lbs) after the first 20-30 hours of work. Sections are bookmarked, so you can search any spec by keyword or jump straight to the page you need.
What's Inside This Kubota LA514, LA724, LA854 Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Servicing of Loader | 6 | Lubrication, grease fittings, control lever linkage, mounting bolts, hydraulic fluid, main frame bolt torque |
| Specifications | 7-11 | Suitable Tractor, Loader Specifications, Bucket Specifications, Dimensional Specifications, Operational Specifications |
| Loader Terminology | 12 | Hydraulic Control Lever, Side Frame, Mounting Pin, Main Frame, Boom Cylinder, Boom, Bucket Cylinder, Bucket |
| Pre-Operation Check | 13-16 | Lubrication, Transmission Fluid, Tread, Rear Ballast (Implement As Counter Weight, Liquid Ballast In Rear Tires), Tire Inflation (Inflation Pressure), Test Operation |
| Dual Remote Hydraulic Control System | 17 | Control Lever And Hydraulic Hose Connections (Hydraulic Outlet: First Segment, Second Segment) |
| Operating the Loader | 18-24 | Filling The Bucket, Lifting The Load, Carrying The Load, Dumping The Bucket, Lowering The Bucket, Operating With Float Control, Loading From A Bank, Peeling And Scraping |
| Maintenance | 25-27 | Lubrication, Re-Tightening Of Hardware, Daily Checks, Every 50 Hours (Checking Main Frame Bolt Torque) |
| Attachments | 28-29 | Quick Bucket, Bale Spear, Pallet Fork, Assemble Pallet Fork |
| Storing the Loader | 30 | Protective plugs, couplers, hydraulic hoses, cylinder rods, mounting pins, lubrication |
| Reinstalling the Loader | 31-32 | General Torque Specification |
| Removing the Loader | 33-36 | Approved bucket, stands, spring pins, mounting pins, hydraulic control lever, quick coupler ends |
| About Kubota Corporation | 37-38 | 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 |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| All Models | ||
| Initial re-tightening torque for mounting bolts/nuts (M16) | 226 N-m (23 kgf-m, 166 ft-lbs) | p. 30 |
| General torque specification for M16 bolts (8.8 Approx. SAE GR 5) | 196 to 225 N-m (20.0 to 23.0 kgf-m, 145 to 166 ft-lbs) | p. 32 |
| Lubrication Interval | Every 10 hours | p. 30 |
| Main Frame Bolt Torque (M16) | 226 N-m (23 kgf-m, 166 ft-lbs) | p. 25 |
| LA514 | ||
| Wheel Base (LA514) | 1805 mm (71.1 in) | p. 7 |
| Maximum Hydraulic Pressure (LA514) | 17.7 MPa (180 kgf/cm², 2560 psi) | p. 7 |
| Max. Dump Angle (LA514) | 41 deg | p. 9 |
| Raising Time (LA514) | 2.7 sec | p. 10 |
| LA854 | ||
| Net Weight (LA854) | 590 kg (1300 lbs) | p. 7 |
| Max. Lift Height to Bucket Pivot Pin (LA854) | 2863 mm (112.7 in) | p. 9 |
| Pallet Fork Rated Capacity (LA853, LA854) | 1300 LBS. | p. 28 |
| LA724 | ||
| Lift Capacity (Bucket Bottom Mid Point, LA724) | 720 kg (1587 lbs) | p. 10 |
Kubota LA514, LA724, LA854 Common Problems This Manual Covers
Kubota LA514 loader frame clunking noise during heavy lifting or sudden bucket movements p. 31
Check main frame bolt torque every 50 hours per page 31. Look over the mounting pins and side frame connections for excessive play, then tighten all M16 hardware to 226 N-m (23 kgf-m, 166 ft-lbs) until the clunk is gone.
Manual Section: Main Frame Bolt Torque CheckRear tractor tires lose traction or lift off the ground when lifting heavy bucket loads p. 14
Set rear tire inflation to 140 kPa (1.4 kgf/cm², 20 psi) before you start. Page 14 covers the rear ballast requirement; a 6' box scraper at approx. 450 kg (990 lbs) works as counter weight and keeps the front end planted.
Manual Section: Pre-Operation CheckLoader boom and bucket cylinders operate erratically or respond slowly to control lever inputs p. 30
Cycle the boom and bucket operations repeatedly to remove trapped air from the hydraulic system. Lubricate all grease fittings and the control lever linkage every 10 hours as specified on page 30. Inspect hoses for pinhole leaks while the system is under pressure.
Manual Section: Loader Lubrication ScheduleHydraulic fluid dripping from the control lever connections during dual remote operation p. 25
Inspect the hydraulic outlet and second-segment hose connections for visible weeping. Bleed off all hydraulic pressure before you touch a line, following page 25. Repeating this check every 10 hours catches cuts and wear before a high-pressure leak finds you.
Manual Section: Relieving Hydraulic PressureFrequently Asked Questions
What are the recommended service intervals?
Grease all fittings and the control lever linkage every 10 hours. Each day before work, check that the hardware and hoses are tight and sound. At 50 hours, recheck the main frame bolt torque and bring it back to 226 N-m (23 kgf-m, 166 ft-lbs).
What fluids and capacities does this machine require?
Lubrication calls for SAE multipurpose grease, ideally a high-quality "extreme pressure" type with Molybdenum disulfide (Moly EP), applied every 10 hours. Rear tire ballast uses a water and calcium chloride solution, with per-tire weights given on page 14. For transmission and hydraulic fluid types and capacities, the manual points you to the tractor's operator's manual.
What are the hydraulic system specifications?
On the LA514, the hydraulic system runs a rated flow of 31.5 L/m (8.3 GPM) and a maximum pressure of 17.7 MPa (180 kgf/cm², 2560 psi). The LA724 and LA854 step up to 37 L/m (9.8 GPM) and 18.1 MPa (185 kgf/cm², 2630 psi).
What torque specifications are listed?
After the first 20 to 30 hours, the M16 bolts and nuts on the main frames (front axle frame and rear brackets) get re-tightened to 226 N-m (23 kgf-m, 166 ft-lbs). A general torque table covers American standard and metric cap screws too, running from M6 at 9.8 to 11.2 N-m up to M16 at 196 to 225 N-m.
How will I receive this Kubota LA514, LA724, LA854 Operator Manual?
Delivered as a 38-page searchable PDF, ready to download the moment you check out. It opens on any device, so you can pull it up on your phone right at the machine. No shipping, no waiting.
Is this Kubota LA514, LA724, LA854 Operator Manual printable?
Yes. There is no DRM on the file, so print any page or section you need for the shop. Any standard printer handles it.
Document Quality
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