Biodiesel
Please read the information below before using Biodiesel on your tractor.
Kubota User’s Guide to Biodiesel Fuel (BDF) Concentrations up to 20% (B20)
Thank you very much for purchasing a Kubota product. Before using your Kubota product, be sure to read and understand this guide for selecting the correct fuel for your engine. With this guide, B6-B20 Biodiesel fuels (BDF): mixed diesel fuels containing 20% or less Biodiesel can be utilized under the following conditions.
Keep this guide with your machine's Operator Manual stored with the machine. Refueling your Kubota product and handling fuel should be done with caution in order to avoid contact with the fuel and spillage that could create a potential environmental or fire hazard. Wear appropriate protective equipment when refueling. This guide gives detailed instructions for using mixed fuels containing Biodiesel concentration of 20% (B20) or less for your Kubota product.
Applicable Biodiesel fuels:
1. Blended diesel fuels containing 6% thru 20% Biodiesel fuel (B6 - B20) which comply with American Society of Testing Materials ASTM D7467-09a Standard, as revised, can be used for your Kubota equipment without adversely affecting the performance and durability of the engine and fuel system components.
2. Any mineral oil diesel fuel, if used, must conform to ASTM D975-09b Standard, as revised. B100 fuel used to make Biodiesel blended fuels must meet ASTM D6751-09a Standard, as revised. The final blended fuel B20 must conform to ASTM D7467-09a Standard, as revised. Pure vegetable oil is NOT allowed in any blended fuel.
3. Allowable blended fuel is mineral oil diesel fuel blended with B100 (i.e. 100% Biodiesel fuel). The blended fuel ratio shall be less than 20% B100 and 80% or more diesel fuel. The B100 source used for Biodiesel blends must be purchased from an accredited BQ-9000 marketer or producer. More information about qualified marketer(s) and producer(s) can be found at http://www.bq-9000.org .
Preparation of your Kubota product:
1. Before using Biodiesel fuel concentrations greater than B5, you are advised to replace the oil, oil filter and fuel filter with new oil and filters. For replacement procedures, refer to the Operator's Manual or contact your local Kubota Dealer for the correct parts for your equipment.