Complete Operator's Manual for John Deere 250D and 300D Articulated Dump Truck (ADT), with all the information to maintain & operate like professional mechanics.

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omt224115 - 250D and 300D Articulated Dump Trucks (S.N. 609166- )

Table of Contents

Introduction

IMPORTANT

EPA Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition

CARB Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition

Technical Information Feedback Form

Section 1-1: Safety—Safety and Operator Conveniences

Safety and Operator Convenience Features

Section 1-2: Safety—General Precautions

Recognize Safety Information

Follow Safety Instructions

Operate Only If Qualified

Wear Protective Equipment

Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications

Inspect Machine

Stay Clear of Moving Parts

Avoid High-Pressure Fluids

Avoid High-Pressure Oils

Beware of Exhaust Fumes

Prevent Fires

Prevent Battery Explosions

Handle Chemical Products Safely

Dispose of Waste Properly

Prepare for Emergencies

Section 1-3: Safety—Operating Precautions

Use Steps and Handholds Correctly

Start Only From Operator's Seat

Use and Maintain Seat Belt

Prevent Unintended Machine Movement

Avoid Work Site Hazards

Keep Riders Off Machine

Avoid Backover Accidents

Avoid Machine Tip Over

Operating on Slopes

Operating or Traveling on Public Roads

Inspect and Maintain ROPS

Add and Operate Attachments Safely

Prevent Unintended Detonation of Explosive Devices

Section 1-4: Safety—Maintenance Precautions

Park and Prepare for Service Safely

Service Tires Safely

Service Cooling System Safely

Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating

Make Welding Repairs Safely

Drive Metal Pins Safely

Section 1-5: Safety—Safety Signs

Safety Signs

Section 2-1: Operation—Operator’s Station

Operator Controls

Operator Control Functions

Sealed Switch Module (SSM)

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Functions

Radio Controls

Steering Column Lever

Operator Seat and Instructional Seat

Battery Disconnect Switch and Battery Circuit Breakers

Miscellaneous Equipment

Monitor Display Unit (MDU)—Default Display Menus

Monitor Display Unit (MDU)—Main Menu

Monitor Display Unit (MDU)—Counters

Monitor Display Unit (MDU)—Actual Values

Monitor Display Unit (MDU)—Diagnostics

Monitor Display Unit (MDU)—Machine Config

Monitor Display Unit (MDU)—Machine ID

Monitor Display Unit (MDU)—Service Mode

Section 2-2: Operation—Operating the Machine

Before Starting Work

Operator's Daily Machine Check Before Starting

Engine Break-In Period

Starting Engine

Replace Start Aid Can

Warming Hydraulic System

Driving Machine

Steering Machine

Shifting Transmission

Using Range Hold

Using Inter-Axle Lock

Slowing and Stopping the Machine

Operating on a Hill

Off-Road Operation

Loading and Unloading Bin

Freeing Stuck Machine

Parking the Machine

Towing the Machine

Removing Drive shafts for Towing

Mechanically Releasing Park Brake

Machine Lifting Points

Loading and Unloading Machine from Trailer

Lock All Compartments

Section 3-1: Maintenance—Machine

Diesel Fuel

Lubricity of Diesel Fuel

Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel

Biodiesel Fuel

Testing Diesel Fuel

Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines

Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Conditioner

Diesel Engine Oil

Diesel Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals

Hydraulic Oil

Transmission and Transfer Case Oil

Axle and Final Drive Oil

Grease

Oil Filters

Lubricant Storage

Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants

Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Coolant

Drain Intervals for Diesel Engine Coolant

John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender

Supplemental Coolant Additives

Operating in Warm Temperature Climates

Additional Information About Diesel Engine Coolants and John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender

Testing Diesel Engine Coolant

Section 3-2: Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance

Service Your Machine at Specified Intervals

Use Correct Fuels and Lubricants

Prepare Machine for Maintenance

Install Bin Support Rod

Install Articulation Locking Bar

Lower and Raise Bottom Guard

Relieve Pneumatic Pressure

Tilt Cab

Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit

Periodic Maintenance Table

Section 3-3: Maintenance—As Required

Service Engine Air Intake System

Inspect and Clean Cooling Systems

Clean, Inspect, and Replace—Transmission, Transfer Case, and Axle Breathers

Inspect Tires, Check Pressure

Drain Fuel Filters

Inspect Serpentine Belt

Section 3-4: Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily

Check Engine Coolant Level

Check Engine Oil Level

Check Transfer Case Oil Level

Check Hydraulic Oil Level

Check Transmission

Grease Bin Pivot Pins

Lubricate Tailgate Pivots—If Equipped

Section 3-5: Maintenance—Initial Service - 100 Hours

Change Engine Oil and Replace Filter

Replace Primary Fuel Filter

Replace Secondary Fuel Filter

Change Transfer Case Oil

Change Axle Oil

Change Final Drive Oil

Replace Hydraulic System Oil Return Filter

Section 3-6: Maintenance—Every 250 Hours

Take Engine Oil Sample

Change Engine Oil and Replace Filter

Section 3-7: Maintenance—Every 500 Hours

Check Transmission Oil Level

Check Coolant Conditioner in Radiator

Check Batteries, Clean and Tighten Terminals

Change Engine Oil and Replace Filter

Replace Primary Fuel Filter

Replace Secondary Fuel Filter

Replace In-line Fuel Filter

Inspect, Clean, and Replace Cab Air Filter

Clean and Inspect Hydraulic Reservoir Breather

Check Dry Caliper Service Brake Pad Wear

Check Park Brake Pad Wear

Check Front Axle Suspension Struts

Lubricate Oscillation Tube, Articulation Joints, Steering Cylinder Rod Ends, and Oscillation Tube Through Drive Shaft Bearings

Take Fluid Samples

Section 3-8: Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours

Check Axle Oil Levels

Check Final Drive Oil Levels

Replace Hydraulic Reservoir Breather

Check and Adjust Bin Shock Pad

Grease Prop Shaft Slip Joint

Section 3-9: Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours

Adjust Engine Valve Clearance

Change Transmission Oil

Replace Transmission Oil Filter

Change Transfer Case Oil

Change Axle Oil

Change Final Drive Oil

Replace Pneumatic System Dryer-Filter

Replace Hydraulic System Oil Return Filter

Section 3-10: Maintenance—Every 3000 Hours

Replace Hydraulic Suction Screen

Section 3-11: Maintenance—Every 4000 Hours

Change Hydraulic Oil

Replace Pneumatic Block Silencer Filter

Section 3-12: Maintenance—Every 4500 Hours

Replace Engine Crankshaft Dampener

Section 3-13: Maintenance—Every 5000 Hours

Drain, Flush and Refill Engine Cooling System

Section 3-14: Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours

Replace Universal Joints

Section 4-1: Miscellaneous—Machine

Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps or Motors

Do Not Service Injection Nozzles

Bleeding Fuel System

Check Engine Air Intake System

Check Brake Accumulators

Check Wheel Nuts

Lubricate Hinges

JDLink™ Machine Monitoring System (MMS)—If Equipped

JDLink™ Machine Monitoring System (MMS) Direct Laptop Connection—If Equipped

Fuse and Relay Compartment (S.N. —617192)

Fuse and Relay Compartment (S.N. 617193—)

Using Battery Charger

Using Booster Batteries—24-Volt System

Handling, Checking And Servicing Batteries Carefully

Replace Batteries

Replace Front Turn Signal Bulb, Headlight Bulb, and Front Park Light Bulb

Adjust Headlights

Replace Backup Light and Work Light—If Equipped

Replace Tail and Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal

Replace Dome Light Bulb

Clean the Machine Regularly

Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values

Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values

Imperial and SAE (Inch) Cap Screw and Nut Torque Values

Metric Cap Screw and Nut Torque Values

Welding on Machine

Section 4-2: Miscellaneous—Operational Checkout

Operational Checkout

Section 4-3: Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting

Using Troubleshooting Charts

Engine

Transmission

Axle

Tires

Brakes

Hydraulic System

Instruments and Controls

Electrical System

Rear Frame and Cab

Section 4-4: Miscellaneous—Storage

Prepare Machine for Storage

Monthly Storage Procedure

Section 4-5: Miscellaneous—Serial Numbers

Record Product Identification Number (PIN)

Record Engine Serial Number

Record Transmission Serial Number

Front Axle Serial Number

Middle Axle Serial Number

Rear Axle Serial Number

Section 4-6: Miscellaneous—Specifications

250D Articulated Dump Truck Specifications

300D Articulated Dump Truck Specifications

250D and 300D Engine Specifications

250D and 300D Travel Speeds

250D and 300D Drain and Refill Capacities