John Deere 17ZTS Excavator Operator's Manual (OMT185582)

omt185582 - John Deere 17zts excavator Operator's Manual.pdf

Complete Operator's Manual for John Deere 17ZTS Excavator, with all the shop information to maintain & operate your excavator.

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Total Pages: 405 pages
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Language: English

omt185582 - 17zts excavator

Table of Contents

Introduction

Emissions Control Warranty Statement

Technical Information Feedback Form

Section 05: Safety

John Deere Compact Excavator Safety Features

Use Allied Equipment Information

Recognize Safety Information

Understand Signal Words

Follow Safety Instructions

Avoid Injury From: Loading Machine On A Trailer, Fastening Machine To Trailer, Unloading Machine From Trailer ---------------------------------- Always Use Caution When Loading And Unloading Machines On A Trailer ---------------------------------- Always Know And Follow The Recommended Procedures For The Machine, Because All Machines Are Not Loaded, Fastened, And Unloaded The Same Way ---------------------------------- Always Keep Bystanders Clear Of The Area

Avoid Injury From Backover Accidents ---------------------------------- Before Moving Machine, Be Sure All Persons Are Clear Of Area ---------------------------------- Always Be Alert For Bystanders Moving Into The Work Area. Use Horn Or Other Signal To Warn Bystanders Before Moving Machine ---------------------------------- When Using A Signal Person, Keep Person In View At All Times, Be Sure Signal Person Is Clear Before Backing Up

Avoid Injury From Rollaway Accidents -------------------------------- To Prevent Rollaway, Always Make Sure Machine Is Properly Secured Before Leaving Operator’s Seat -------------------------------- Death Or Serious Injury May Result If You Attempt To Mount Or Stop A Moving Machine

Inspect Machine

Use Handholds and Steps

Use Seat Belt

Maintain Seat Belt

Move and Operate Machine Safely

Operate Only from Operator's Seat

Operate Machine Safely

Dig with Caution

Operate With Caution

Avoid Tipping

Avoid Power Lines

Drive Machine Safely

Beware of Exhaust Fumes

Park Machine Safely

Keep Riders Off Machine

Operate Attachment Safely

Handle Fluids Safely-Avoid Fires

Prepare for Emergencies

Handle Starting Fluid Safely

Clean Trash From Machine

Protect Against Flying Debris

Wear Protective Clothing

Protect Against Noise

Handle Chemical Products Safely

Warn Others of Service Work

Stay Clear of Moving Parts

Support Machine Properly

Service Cooling System Safely

Practice Safe Maintenance

Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating

Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines

Avoid High-Pressure Fluids

Prevent Battery Explosions

Clean the Machine Regularly

Store Attachments Safely

Dispose of Waste Properly

Section 06: Safety Signs

Safety Signs

Section 10: Operator’s Station

Pedals and Levers

Monitor Panel and Switches

Monitor Panel

Engine Pre-Heat Indicator

Engine Oil Pressure Indicator

Alternator Voltage Indicator

Fuel Gauge and Fuel Level Indicator

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge and Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator

Hour Meter

Operating Light Switch

Key Switch

Tool Box (1)

Operator’s Manual Compartment

Section 20: Pre-Start Inspection

Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting

Section 25: Operating the Engine

Check Instruments Before Starting

Engine Speed Control Lever

Starting the Engine

Using Booster Batteries-12 Volt System

Check Instruments After Starting

Warming the Machine

Cold Weather Warm-Up

Stopping the Engine

Section 30: Driving the Machine

Travel Levers

Fast Speed Travel Pedal

Travel Alarm and Travel Alarm Cancel Switch

Parking the Machine

Parking Machine During Freezing Weather

Section 35: Operating the Machine

Excavator Control Pattern

Changing Control Lever Pattern

Backhoe Control Pattern

Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever

Boom-Swing Pedal

Option Pedal

Operating Backfill Blade

Operating Tips-Backfill Blade

Operating Tips

Driving Machine

Select Correct Track Shoes

Driving On Slopes

Driving Up a Slope

Driving Down a Slope

Parking and Stopping On a Slope

Grading

Planning Spoil Piles

Trenching

Backfilling

Truck Loading

Operating In Water and Mud

Clean Track Frame Area

Lower Boom With Engine Stopped

Hydraulic Breaker and Crusher Attachments

Section 40: Transporting

Loading Machine On a Trailer

Fasten Machine to Trailer

Transporting Machine With Rubber Tracks

Unloading Machine From Trailer

Towing Machine a Short Distance

Lifting the Machine

Section 45: Fuels and Lubricants

Diesel Fuel

Bio-Diesel Fuel

Lubricity of Diesel Fuels

Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Conditioner

Diesel Fuel Storage

Fuel Tank

Do Not Use Galvanized Containers

Diesel Engine Oil

Hydraulic Oil

Travel Gearbox Oil

Track Roller, Front Idler, and Carrier Roller Oil

Track Adjuster, Working Tool Pivot, Swing Bearing, and Swing Bearing Gear Grease

Oil Filters

Lubricant Storage

Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants

Mixing of Lubricants

Section 50: Periodic Maintenance

Service Your Machine at Specified Intervals

Check the Hour Meter Regularly

Use Correct Fuels and Lubricants

Prepare Machine for Maintenance

Hood and Access Cover

Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System

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

Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System

Section 55: Maintenance-As Required

Clean Radiator Core

Clean Air Cleaner Element

Section 60: Maintenance-Every 10 Hours or Daily

Check Engine Oil Level

Check Hydraulic Oil Level

Drain Fuel Tank Sump

Check Recovery Tank Coolant Level

Check Bucket Teeth

Drain Water Separator

Check Track Sag-Rubber Track

Check Track Sag-Steel Track, If Equipped

Adjusting Track Sag

Rubber Track Care

Removing Rubber Track

Installing Rubber Track

Converting the Track

Seat Belt

Section 65: Maintenance-Every 50 Hours

Grease Bucket Pivot Pins

Inspect Fan Belt, Check and Adjust Tension

Section 75: Maintenance-Every 250 Hours

Change Engine Oil and Replace Filter

Check Travel Gearbox Oil Level

Drain Hydraulic Tank Sump

Replace Hydraulic Tank Oil Filter

Replace Fuel Strainer

Section 80: Maintenance-Every 500 Hours

Grease Working Tool Pivots

Grease Swing Bearing

Grease Swing Bearing Gear

Grease Control Lever Universal Joint

Replace Fuel Filter

Replace Air Cleaner Element

Check Coolant In Radiator

Drain Cooling System

Diesel Engine Coolant

Cooling System Fill and Deaeration

Section 85: Maintenance-Every 1000 Hours

Change Travel Gearbox Oil

Replace Pilot Control Oil Filter

Check and Adjust Engine Valve Lash (Clearance)

Check Starter and Alternator

Change Hydraulic Oil

Section 90: Maintenance

Do Not Service Injection Nozzles

Do Not Adjust Injection Pump

Bleeding the Fuel System (Automatic Bleeding Procedure)

Precautions for Alternator and Regulator

Handling Batteries Safely

Service Batteries Carefully

Checking Electrolyte Specific Gravity

Using Battery Charger

Welding On Machine

Replacing Fuses

Fuse (Blade-Type) Color Codes

Electrical Socket

Checking Travel Alarm System

Installing Bucket With Quick Coupler

Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps or Motors

Track Sag General Information

Hardware Torque Specifications

Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values

Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values

Additional Metric Cap Screw Torque Values

Check Oil Lines and Fittings

Service Recommendations for O-Ring Boss Fittings

Service Recommendations For Flat Face O-Ring Seal Fittings

Service Recommendations for 37° Flare and 30° Cone Seat Connectors

Service Recommendations for Flared Connections-Straight or Tapered Threads

Service Recommendations For Inch Series Four Bolt Flange Fittings

Service Recommendations for Metric Series Four Bolt Flange Fitting

Section 95: Operational Checkout

Operational Checkout

Section 100: Troubleshooting

Using Troubleshooting Charts

Engine

Electrical System

Hydraulic System

Section 105: Storage

Prepare Machine for Storage

Monthly Storage Procedure

Section 110: Machine Numbers

Record Product Identification Number (PIN)

Record Engine Serial Number

Keep Proof of Ownership

Keep Machines Secure

Section 115: Specifications

17ZTS Excavator

Working Ranges

Engine Specifications

Drain and Refill Capacities

Lift Capacity-KG (LB) (Blade Off the Ground With Standard Arm and Rubber Track)

Lift Capacity-KG (LB) (Blade On the Ground With Standard Arm and Rubber Track)

Section CLIS: Checklists

Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System

Section SLIT: John Deere Service Literature Available

Technical Information