Complete Operators manual for John Deere 344J Loader (S.N. -22913), with all the shop information to maintain & operate.

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omt217890 - 344J Loader (S.N. -22913)

Table of Contents

Foreword

Emission Control Statement

Technical Information Feedback Form

Section 1-1: Safety—Safety and Operator Convenience

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

Add Cab Guarding For Special Uses

Inspect Machine

Stay Clear of Moving Parts

Avoid High-Pressure Oils

Avoid High-Pressure Fluids

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 Worksite Hazards

Use Special Care When Operating Loader

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

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 Station

Loader Control Switches and Levers

Multi-Function Lever

Pedals

Monitor Display

Monitor Display Functions

Switch Panel

Switch Panel Functions

Audible Alarm

Cab Climate Controls

Opening and Securing Side Door and Secondary Exit

Opening Window

Adjusting Steering Column Tilt

Adjusting Seat

Section 2-2: Operation—Operating the Machine

Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting

Battery Disconnect Switch

Check Instruments Before Starting

Starting the Engine

Warm-Up

Starting Fluid (Cold Weather Starting Aid)—If Equipped

Cold Weather Warm-Up

Park Brake Switch

Selecting Travel Direction

Selecting Travel Speed Range

Slowing and Stopping the Machine

Verifying Bucket Stop

Loader Control Lever

Differential Lock Button

Operating Boom Float

Operating 3rd Function Hydraulics—If Equipped

Operating 4th Function Hydraulics—If Equipped

Operating Ride Control—If Equipped

Operating Secondary Steering—If Equipped

Operating Quick Disconnect

Fork Attachment

Parking the Machine

Loading Machine on a Trailer

Towing Procedure

Section 3-1: Maintenance—Machine

Diesel Fuel

Bio-Diesel Fuel

Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Conditioner

Testing Diesel Fuel

Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel

Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants

Diesel Engine Oil

Diesel Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals

Hydraulic Reservoir Oil

Differentials, Gearbox, and Final Drive Oil

Service (Drum) Brake Oil

Grease

Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Coolant

Section 3-2: Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance

Service Your Machine at Specified Intervals

Check Hour Meter Regularly

Prepare Machine for Maintenance

Drain Hose Storage

Opening Hood and Removing Grille

Locking Machine Frame

Loader Boom Lock

Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System

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

Service Intervals

Required Parts

Section 3-3: Maintenance—As Required

Inspecting and Replacing Serpentine Belt

Drain Fuel Tank Sediment

Replacing Inline Fuel Filter

Cleaning or Replacing Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve

Cleaning and/or Replacing Air Cleaner Elements

Lubricating Door Hinges

Checking Wheel Bolt Torque

Checking Tire Pressure

Tire Pressures

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

Checking Recovery Tank Coolant Level

Checking Engine Oil Level

Checking Hydraulic Oil Level

Section 3-5: Maintenance—Every 50 Hours

Greasing Loader Linkage and Cylinder Pivots

Greasing Drive Shaft

Greasing Steering Cylinder

Greasing Frame Hinge Pivots

Greasing Rear Oscillating Axle

Section 3-6: Maintenance—Initial Service - 100 Hours

Changing Engine Break-in Oil and Replacing Filter

Section 3-7: Maintenance—Every 250 Hours

Checking Service (Drum) Brake Oil Level

Cleaning or Replacing Cab Recirculating Air Filter

Take Engine Oil Sample

Section 3-8: Maintenance—Every 500 Hours

Greasing Rear Axle Steering Pivots

Checking Final Drives Oil Level

Checking Coolant

Checking and Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Cooler/Radiator and Air Conditioning Condenser—If Equipped

Checking Rear Axle Differential and Gearbox Oil Levels

Checking Battery Electrolyte Level and Terminals

Changing Engine Oil and Replacing Filter

Replacing Final Fuel Filter

Checking Air Intake Hoses

Replacing Hydraulic System Return Suction Filter

Checking and Adjusting Inching Linkage

Checking Front Axle Differential Oil Level

Take Fluid Samples

Section 3-9: Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours

Inspecting Park (Wet) Brake Pads

Inspecting Service (Drum) Brake Pads

Changing Final Drive Oil

Changing Rear Axle Differential and Gearbox Oil

Check and Adjust Engine Speed Linkage

Cleaning Engine Crankcase Vent Tube

Replacing Hydraulic Tank Breather

Changing Front Axle Differential Oil

Section 3-10: Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours

Changing Hydraulic Oil

Cleaning Hydraulic System Strainer

Section 3-11: Maintenance—Every 3000 Hours

Draining the Cooling System

Filling the Cooling System

Replacing the Seat Belt

Section 4-1: Miscellaneous—Machine

Checking Windshield Washer Fluid Level

Checking Radiator Coolant Level

Draining Fuel Filter Sediment

Precautions for Alternator and Regulator

Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully

Using Booster Batteries—24-Volt System

Using Battery Charger

Replacing Batteries

Removing Batteries

Replacing Fuses

Fuse (Blade-Type) Color Codes

Engine Speeds

Checking Radiator Hoses

Return-to-Dig Adjustment

Replacing Drive and Marker Light Bulbs

Bleeding Fuel System

Welding on Machine

Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps, or Motors

Servicing Air Conditioning System—If Equipped

ROPS Torque Specifications

Hardware Torque Specifications

Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values

Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values

Section 4-2: Miscellaneous—Operational Checkout

Operational Checkout

Section 4-3: Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Procedure

Engine

Hydrostatic Transmission

Differential and Axle

Service Brake

Drive Line

Park Brake

Hydraulic System

Steering

Air Conditioning System

Heater System

Section 4-4: Miscellaneous—Storage

Prepare Machine for Storage

Monthly Storage Procedure

Section 4-5: Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers

Record Product Identification Number (PIN)

Record Engine Serial Number

Record Hydraulic Pump Serial Number

Record Axle Serial Numbers

Section 4-6: Miscellaneous—Specifications

Specifications

Drain and Refill Capacities

John Deere 344J Loader Operator's Manual (OMT217890)