Table of Content:
1 Introduction
1.1 Foreword
1.2 Identification Views
2 Safety
2.1 Recognize Safety Information
2.2 Understand Signal Words
2.3 Follow Safety Instructions
2.4 Prepare for Emergencies
2.5 Wear Protective Clothing
2.6 Protect Against Noise
2.7 Handle Fuel Safely?Avoid Fires
2.8 Handle Starting Fluid Safely
2.9 Fire Prevention
2.10 In Case of Fire
2.11 Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling
2.12 Keep ROPS Installed Properly
2.13 Use Foldable ROPS and Seat Belt Properly
2.14 Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
2.15 Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
2.16 Read Operator?s Manuals for ISOBUS Controllers
2.17 Use Seat Belt Properly
2.18 Operating the Tractor Safely
2.19 Avoid Backover Accidents
2.20 Limited Use in Forestry Operation
2.21 Operating the Loader Tractor Safely
2.22 Keep Riders Off Machine
2.23 Instructional Seat
2.24 Use Safety Lights and Devices
2.25 Transport Towed Equipment at Safe Speeds
2.26 Use Caution on Slopes, Uneven Terrain, and Rough Ground
2.27 Freeing a Mired Machine
2.28 Avoid Contact with Agricultural Chemicals
2.29 Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely
2.30 Handling Batteries Safely
2.31 Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
2.32 Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
2.33 Handle Electronic Components and Brackets Safely
2.34 Practice Safe Maintenance
2.35 Avoid Hot Exhaust
2.36 Clean Exhaust Filter Safely
2.37 Work In Ventilated Area
2.38 Support Machine Properly
2.39 Prevent Machine Runaway
2.40 Park Machine Safely
2.41 Transport Tractor Safely
2.42 Service Cooling System Safely
2.43 Service Accumulator Systems Safely
2.44 Service Tires Safely
2.45 Service Front-Wheel Drive Tractor Safely
2.46 Tightening Wheel Retaining Bolts/Nuts
2.47 Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
2.48 Do Not Open High-Pressure Fuel System
2.49 Store Attachments Safely
2.50 Decommissioning ? Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components
3 Safety Signs
3.1 Operator?s Manual
3.2 Use Seat Belt?OOS
3.3 Use Seat Belt?Cab
3.4 Riders (If Equipped with ROPS)
3.5 Folding ROPS
3.6 ROPS in Normal Position
4 Controls and Instruments
4.1 Tractor Controls 1 ? OOS
4.2 Tractor Controls 2 ? OOS
4.3 Tractor Controls 3 ? OOS
4.4 Tractor Controls ? Cab (PowrReverser? Transmission)
4.5 Tractor Controls ? Cab (SyncShuttle? Transmission)
4.6 Tractor Controls ? Right-Hand Side Panel (Cab)
4.7 Tractor Controls ? Left-Hand Side Panel (Cab)
4.8 Instrument Panel SyncShuttle? Transmission – OOS
4.9 Instrument Panel PowrReverser? Transmission – OOS
4.10 Instrument Panel PowrReverser? Transmission ? Cab
4.11 Instrument Panel SyncShuttle? Transmission – Cab
4.12 Information Display (Roll Mode Switch)
5 Telematics JDLink (If Equipped)
5.1 JDLink?
6 Lights ? Cab
6.1 Light Switch Positions
6.2 Headlights
6.3 High Beam Indicator
6.4 Tail Lights
6.5 Turn Signals
6.6 Hazard Warning Lights
6.7 Worklights
6.8 Seven-Terminal Outlet
7 Lights ? OOS
7.1 Light Switch Positions
7.2 Headlights
7.3 Worklight
7.4 Tail Lights
7.5 Turn Signals
7.6 Hazard Lights
7.7 License Plate Light
7.8 Seven-terminal Outlet
8 Operator’s Station ? Cab
8.1 Cab Classification according to EN 15695-1 (When Applying Plant Protection Products and Liquid Fertilizers)
8.2 Seat Belt
8.3 Avoid Contact with Agricultural Chemicals
8.4 Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Pesticides
8.5 Adjust Seat
8.6 Accessory Electrical Outlets
8.7 Tool Box
8.8 Open Windows
8.9 Open Door
8.10 Cab Rear View Mirror and Sun Visor
8.11 Adjust Blower Speed
8.12 Cab Temperature Controllers
8.13 De-ice, Demist, or Defrost Windshield (HVAC Only)
8.14 Optimize Air Conditioner and Heater Performance
8.15 Operate Windshield Wiper and Washer
8.16 Route Cables and Harnesses
8.17 Operate Radio (If Equipped)
8.18 Clock Setting (If Equipped)
8.19 Operate Cassette Tape or Compact Disc Player?If Equipped
8.20 Dome Light
8.21 Courtesy Light
9 Operator’s Station ? OOS
9.1 Operate Foldable ROPS (If Equipped)
9.2 Use Seat Belt
9.3 Select Seat Position
9.4 Adjust Ride Comfort
9.5 Adjust Seat Arm Rest
9.6 Use Tool Box
9.7 Use Mobile Holder
10 Break-In Period
10.1 Observe Engine Operation Closely
10.2 Break-In Service
11 Prestarting Checks
11.1 Daily Service Before Starting Engine
11.2 Hood Lock Mechanism
12 Operating the Engine
12.1 Before Starting the Engine (OOS ? PowrReverser?)
12.2 Before Starting the Engine (OOS ? SyncShuttle?)
12.3 Before Starting the Engine (Cab ? SyncShuttle?)
12.4 Before Starting the Engine (Cab – PowrReverser?)
12.5 Start the Engine
12.6 Key Switch Positions
12.7 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
12.8 Check Engine Indicators and Gauges
12.9 Stop/Operator Alert Indicator
12.10 Change Engine Speed
12.11 Recommended Engine Speeds and Operating Procedures
12.12 Speed/Hour Meter
12.13 Engines with Turbocharger
12.14 Stop the Engine? (PowrReverser?)
12.15 Stop the Engine ? (SyncShuttle?)
12.16 Use a Booster Battery or Charger
13 Driving the Tractor
13.1 Operator Training Required
13.2 Avoid Contact with Agricultural Chemicals
13.3 Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Pesticides
13.4 Driving on Public Roads ? OOS
13.5 Driving on Public Roads ? Cab
13.6 Use Caution on Hillsides
13.7 Operate SyncShuttle Transmission (9 x 3)
13.8 Operate SyncShuttle Transmission (12 x 4)
13.9 Operate PowrReverser Transmission (If Equipped)
13.10 Select a Gear
13.11 Service Brakes
13.12 Use Differential Lock
13.13 Operate Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
13.14 Stop Tractor (OOS ? PowrReverser)
13.15 Stop Tractor (OOS ? SyncShuttle)
13.16 Stop Tractor (Cab ? PowrReverser)
13.17 Stop Tractor (Cab ? SyncShuttle)
13.18 Avoid Pump Damage (If Equipped)
13.19 Bleed Brake System
13.20 Hydraulic Trailer Brake Provision (If Equipped)
13.21 Recommendation for Trailer Brake Valve
13.22 Come-Home Mode
13.23 Dual-Mode Switch (If Equipped)
14 Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch
14.1 3-Point Hitch Components
14.2 Match Tractor Power to Implement
14.3 Rockshaft Control Levers
14.4 Set Position Control Lever Stop
14.5 Use Position Control
14.6 Use Draft Control
14.7 Adjust Rockshaft Rate-of-Drop or Transportation Lock
14.8 Prepare Implement
14.9 Convert Category II Hitch to a Category I (If Equipped)
14.10 Position Center Link
14.11 Attach Implements to 3-Point Hitch
14.12 Adjust Hitch Side Sway
14.13 Level the Hitch
14.14 Adjust Lateral Float
15 Hydraulics and Selective Control Valves
15.1 Open Center Hydraulic System
15.2 Warm Transmission-Hydraulic System Oil
15.3 Use Correct Hose Tips
15.4 Control Lever and Coupler Identification – OOS (If Equipped)
15.5 Control Lever and Coupler Identification – Cab
15.6 Rear SCV Dust Plug Identification
15.7 Connect Cylinder Hoses
15.8 Connect Single-Acting Cylinder
15.9 Correct Reversed Cylinder Response
15.10 Neutral Lever Position
15.11 Extend/Retract Cylinder?SCV I
15.12 Use Power Beyond Attachment (If Equipped)
15.13 Disconnect Cylinder Hoses
16 Drawbar and PTO
16.1 Match Tractor Power to Implement
16.2 Observe Drawbar Load Limitations
16.3 Select Drawbar Position?(If Equipped)
16.4 Adjust Drawbar Length and Offset?(If Equipped)
16.5 Proper Use of Drawbar
16.6 Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
16.7 Attach PTO-Driven Implement
16.8 Select Correct PTO Speeds?(If Equipped)
16.9 Operate Tractor PTO ? (PowrReverser?)
16.10 Operate Tractor PTO ? (SyncShuttle?)
16.11 Adjust PTO Clutch Operating Cable
17 Performance Ballast
17.1 Plan for Maximum Productivity
17.2 Use Proper Ballast
17.3 Select Ballast Carefully
17.4 Ballasting for Front Loader
17.5 Ballast Limitations
17.6 Ballast Front End for Transport
17.7 Ballast Two-Wheel Drive Tractors
17.8 Ballast MFWD-Equipped Tractors
17.9 Determine Maximum Rear Ballast
17.10 Determine Maximum Front Ballast
17.11 Use Cast Iron Weights
17.12 Install Rear Cast Iron Weights
17.13 Use Liquid Weight
17.14 Use Implement Codes
17.15 Measure Wheel Slip?Manually
18 Wheels, Tires, and Treads
18.1 Service Tires Safely
18.2 Check Implement- to- Tire Clearance
18.3 Check Tire Inflation Pressure
18.4 Select Front Tire Rolling Direction
18.5 Tighten Wheel/Axle Hardware Correctly
18.6 Tighten Wheel Bolts?MFWD Axle
18.7 Tighten Bolts?Adjustable Front Axle (If Equipped)
18.8 Tighten Wheel Bolts?Rear Axle
18.9 Observe Rear Wheel Tread Width Limitations
18.10 Tread Settings?Multi-Position MFWD Wheels
18.11 Tread Settings?Multi-Position Rear Wheels
18.12 Adjust Front Axle Tread Width
18.13 Check Toe-In
18.14 Adjust Toe-In (Two-Wheel Drive Tractor)
18.15 Adjust Toe-In?MFWD Axle
18.16 Set MFWD Steering Stop Turning Radius
18.17 Use Correct Tire Combinations
18.18 Tire Inflation Pressure Chart – OOS
18.19 Tire Inflation Pressure Chart – Cab
18.20 Tire Compatibility Chart – OOS
18.21 Tire Compatibility Chart – Cab
19 Transporting
19.1 Use Safety Lights and Devices
19.2 Use a Safety Chain
19.3 Driving Tractor on Roads
19.4 Transport on Carrier
19.5 Towing Tractor
19.6 Jacking Points on Tractor
20 Fuels, Lubricants, and Coolant
20.1 Handle Fuel Safely?Avoid Fires
20.2 Handle Fluids Safely?Avoid Fires
20.3 Fuel Storage
20.4 Cold-Weather Operation
20.5 Hot Weather Operation
20.6 Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel
20.7 Diesel Fuel
20.8 Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines
20.9 Biodiesel Fuel
20.10 Fill Fuel Tank
20.11 Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
20.12 Lubricant Storage
20.13 Oil Filters
20.14 Diesel Engine Coolant (engine with wet sleeve cylinder liners)
20.15 John Deere COOL-GARD? II Coolant Extender
20.16 Additional Information About Diesel Engine Coolants and John Deere COOL-GARD? II Coolant Extender
20.17 Operating in Warm Temperature Climates
20.18 Testing Diesel Engine Coolant
20.19 Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
20.20 Diesel Engine Oil ? Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, Trem Stage IV, and Stage V
20.21 John Deere Break-In Plus? Engine Oil ? Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, Trem Stage IV, and Stage V
20.22 Diesel Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals ? Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, Trem Stage IV, and Stage V? OEM Applications
20.23 Use Correct Transmission-Hydraulic Filter Element
20.24 MFWD Axle Housing and Wheel Hub Oil
20.25 Multipurpose Extreme Pressure (EP) Grease
20.26 Mixing of Lubricants
20.27 Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
20.28 Lubricant Storage
20.29 Oilscan? and CoolScan?
21 Maintenance and Service Intervals
21.1 Additional Service Information
21.2 Service Tractor Safely
21.3 Service Interval Chart?Daily or 10 Hours/Every 50 Hours/First 100 Hours/Every 250 Hours
21.4 Service Interval Chart?Every 500 Hours/Every 1250 Hours/Annually/2000 Hours or Two Years
21.5 Service?As Required
21.6 Observe Service Intervals
21.7 Use High-Pressure Washers
21.8 Use Compressed Air
22 General Maintenance and Inspection
22.1 Raise Hood
22.2 Inspect Engine Air Intake Filters
22.3 Replace Engine Air Intake Filters
22.4 Inspect Engine Air Intake System
22.5 Clean Engine Crankcase Vent Tube
22.6 Engine Valve Adjustment
22.7 Check Hoses and Hose Clamps for Tightness
22.8 Inspect Tractor for Loose Hardware
22.9 Check Neutral Start System? PowrReverser? Transmission (If Equipped)
22.10 Check Neutral Start System ? SyncShuttle? Transmission (If Equipped)
22.11 Checking and Adjusting Clutch Pedal Free Play
22.12 Inspect Seat Belt
22.13 Inspect Tires
22.14 Clean Cab Air Filters
22.15 Service Air Conditioner (If Equipped)
22.16 Clean Engine Compartment
22.17 Exhaust Filter Disposal
23 Lubrication
23.1 Use Correct Lubricant
23.2 Check Engine Oil Level
23.3 Change Engine Oil and Filter
23.4 Check Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Level
23.5 Change Transmission-Hydraulic Oil and Filter
23.6 Clean Transmission-Hydraulic Pickup Screen
23.7 Lubricate Front Axle Pivot Pin
23.8 Lubricate Steering Spindles
23.9 Check Front Axle Pivot Pin
23.10 Lubricate Hitch Components
23.11 Check MFWD Axle Wheel Hub Oil Level
23.12 Change MFWD Axle Wheel Hub Oil
23.13 Check MFWD Axle Housing Oil Level
23.14 Change MFWD Axle Housing Oil
23.15 Lubricate Rear Axle Bearings
23.16 Lubricate Operator’s Seat Slide Rails (OOS)
23.17 Lubricate Hood Latch
24 Maintenance?Cooling System
24.1 Clean Front Grille, Radiator, Condenser, Oil Cooler, and Fuel Cooler (PowrReverser?)
24.2 Check Coolant Level
24.3 Check Cooling System for Leaks
24.4 Flush Cooling System and Replace Thermostat
24.5 Flush Cooling System
24.6 Winterize Cooling System
25 Maintenance?Fuel System
25.1 Do Not Modify Fuel System
25.2 Drain Water and Sediment from Fuel Filters
25.3 Drain Water and Sediment from Fuel Tank
25.4 Clean Fuel Tank Strainer
25.5 Replace Fuel Filter
25.6 Bleed Fuel System
25.7 Fuel Gauge Description
26 Maintenance?Electrical System
26.1 Electrical Service Precautions
26.2 Inspect Alternator/Fan Belt Tensioner
26.3 Replace Alternator/Fan Belt
26.4 Charge Battery
26.5 Clean Battery
26.6 Check Battery Condition
26.7 Remove Battery
26.8 Battery Replacement Specifications
26.9 Service Battery
26.10 Locate Maxi Fuse ? OOS
26.11 Locate Maxi Fuse ? Cab
26.12 Connect Starter Wiring
26.13 Alternator Wiring Connections
26.14 Replace Tail and Turn Light Bulbs – Cab
26.15 Replace Tail Light and Warning Light Bulbs
26.16 Replace Worklight Element?Cab
26.17 Replace Worklight Bulb
26.18 Replace Dome Light Bulb
26.19 Replace Controls Illumination Light Bulb
26.20 Access Fuses and Relays
26.21 Load Center 1 – Fuses and Relays for Base Model – OOS
26.22 Load Center 1 – Fuses and Relays for PR Model – OOS
26.23 Load Center 1- Fuses and Relays for Premium Model – OOS
26.24 Load Center 2 – Fuses and Relays – OOS
26.25 Load Center Fuses and Relays – Cab
27 Troubleshooting
27.1 Engine Troubleshooting
27.2 Transmission Troubleshooting
27.3 Hydraulic System Troubleshooting
27.4 Deluxe Selective Control Valve Troubleshooting (If Equipped)
27.5 Brakes Troubleshooting
27.6 Rockshaft and Quick-Coupler 3-Point Hitch Troubleshooting
27.7 Quick Raise and Lower (QRL) Troubleshooting
27.8 Remote Hydraulic Cylinders Troubleshooting
27.9 Electrical System Troubleshooting
27.10 EH PTO Troubleshooting (For DCDP Only)
27.11 Heater and Air Conditioner System (Cab) Troubleshooting
27.12 Wipers, Worklights, Dome Light, and Radio (Cab) Troubleshooting
28 Storage
28.1 Place Tractor in Long-Term Storage
28.2 Remove Tractor from Storage
28.3 Paint Finish Care
29 Specifications
29.1 Engine Specification – OOS and Cab
29.2 Electrical System Specification – OOS and Cab
29.3 PTO Power Chart (Swan – E)
29.4 PTO Power Chart (Non Swan-E)
29.5 Transmission (PowrReverser?) Specification – OOS and Cab
29.6 Transmission (SyncShuttle? and Collar Shift) Specification – OOS and Cab
29.7 Hydraulic System Specification – OOS and Cab
29.8 Rockshaft and SCV Specification – OOS and Cab
29.9 Steering System Specification – OOS and Cab
29.10 3-Point Hitch Specification – OOS and Cab
29.11 Drain and Refill Capacities – OOS and Cab
29.12 Machine Dimension – OOS and Cab
29.13 Sound Level – OOS and Cab
29.14 Trade Names of the Tractors – OOS
29.15 Trade Names of the Tractors – Cab
29.16 Ground Speed Estimates – SyncShuttle? Transmission – OOS and Cab*
29.17 Ground Speed Estimates (PowrReverser? Transmission) – OOS and Cab*
29.18 Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
29.19 Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
29.20 Correction Factors for Other Tire Sizes
29.21 Emissions Control System Certification Label
29.22 Limited Battery Warranty
29.23 Machine Design Life
30 Identification Numbers
30.1 Identification Plates
30.2 Product Identification Number
30.3 Record Engine Serial Number
30.4 High-Pressure Fuel Pump Serial Number
30.5 Record Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD) Serial Number
30.6 Record Front Axle (2-WD) Serial Number
30.7 ROPS Serial Number
30.8 Cab Serial Number
30.9 Keep Proof of Ownership
30.10 Keep Machines Secure
31 Lubrication and Maintenance Records
31.1 Daily/10 Hours Service Record
31.2 Every 50 Hours Service Record
31.3 First 100 Hours Service Record
31.4 Every 250 Hours Service Record
31.5 Every 500 Hours Service Record
31.6 Every 600 Hours Service Record
31.7 Every 1000 Hours Service Record
31.8 Every 1250 Hours Service Record
31.9 Every 1500 Hours Service Record
31.10 Annual Service Record
31.11 Every 2000 Hours/Two Year Service Record
31.12 As Required Service Record
32 John Deere Service Literature Available
32.1 Technical Information
33 John Deere Service
33.1 John Deere Parts
33.2 The Right Tools
33.3 Well-Trained Technicians
33.4 Prompt Service
33.5 John Deere Is At Your Service
34 Index