John Deere 5325N, 5425N and 5525N Tractors Operator's Manual (OMRE224589)
Complete Operator's Manual for John Deere 5325N, 5425N and 5525N Tractors.
OMRE224589 English - John Deere 5325N, 5425N and 5525N Tractors Operator's Manual (North American).pdf
omre224590 Spanish - Manual del operador de tractores 5325N, 5425N y 5525N (Norteamérica)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 05: Safety....16
Recognize Safety Information....18
Understand Signal Words....19
Follow Safety Instructions....20
Prevent Machine Runaway....21
Use Seat Belt and Foldable ROPS Properly—Open Station....22
Operating the Tractor Safely....24
Use Caution on Hillsides....171
Shift to Low Gear on Hills....27
Avoid Tipping....28
Freeing a Mired Machine....186
Work In Ventilated Area....359
Stopping and Parking Tractor....32
Keep Riders Off Machine....33
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires....34
Prepare for Emergencies....35
Do Not Use Starting Fluid....36
Handle Starting Fluid Safely (5425N and 5525N Without Optional Starting Aid)....37
Wear Protective Clothing....38
Protect Against Noise....39
Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely....40
Avoid Contact with Pesticides....42
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines....43
Use Safety Lights and Devices....44
Use a Safety Chain....45
Safely Transporting the Tractor....46
Transport Towed Equipment at Safe Speeds....47
Keep ROPS Installed Properly....49
Practice Safe Maintenance....50
Service Tractor Safely....358
Support Machine Properly....52
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating....53
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines....54
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids....55
Service Cooling System Safely....56
Handling Halogen Light Bulbs Safely....480
Store Attachments Safely....58
Handling Batteries Safely....59
Service Tires Safely....296
Dispose of Waste Properly....62
Section 10: Safety Signs....63
Replace Damaged or Missing Safety Signs....64
Safety Signs—All....65
Safety Signs—ROPS....70
Safety Signs—Open Station....71
Safety Signs—Cab....74
Safety Signs—Mid-Mount and Deluxe Rear SCV (If Equipped)....81
Section 15: Controls and Instruments....83
Front Console Switches and Controls—Open Station....84
Front Console Switches and Controls—Cab....85
Front Console Switches and Controls—Options (If Equipped)....86
Foot Operated Controls....87
Operator Station Side Controls....88
Multi-Function Control Lever (If Equipped)....90
Ignition Switch....91
Gauges and Indicator Lights....92
Roof Mounted Switches and Controls (Cab)....93
EH Hitch Raise/Lower Switches—External....94
Section 20: Lights....95
Light Identification—Open Station....96
Light Identification—Cab....98
Positioning Warning Lights for Transport (Open Station)....100
Operating Lights....101
Using Turn Signals....104
Using Seven-Terminal Outlet....105
Adjusting Rear Facing Work Light—Open Station....107
Adjusting Work Lights—Cab....108
Operating Loader Lights (If Equipped)....109
Operating Rotating Beacon Light (If Equipped)....111
Section 25: Operator Station....112
Operating Foldable ROPS....113
Using Emergency Exit (Cab)....115
Opening Rear Window (Cab)....116
Using Seat Belt....117
Adjusting Seat....118
Adjusting Steering Wheel Tilt and Height (Cab)....120
Adjusting Blower Speed....121
Controlling Temperature....122
Optimizing A/C and Heater Performance....123
Operating Windshield Wiper and Washer....124
Operating Rear Window Wiper and Washer (If Equipped)....125
Accessory Electrical Outlet....126
Using Dome Light....127
Using Controls Illumination Light....128
Installing a Monitor....129
Using Storage Compartment....130
Operating Radio (If Equipped)....131
Operating Radio with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)....133
Operating Radio with Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)....135
Operating Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)....137
Operating Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)....138
Setting Clock (If Equipped)....139
Section 30: Break-In Period....140
Observe Engine Operation Closely....141
Break-In Service....349
Section 35: Prestarting Checks....143
Service Daily Before Start-Up....144
Section 40: Operating Engine....146
Before Starting the Engine....150
Starting the Engine....150
Using Engine Coolant Heater....154
Checking Engine Indicators and Gauges....156
Changing Engine Speeds....158
Recommended Engine Speeds and Operating Procedures....159
Stopping the Engine....161
Using a Booster Battery or Charger....162
Section 45: Driving and Transporting Tractor....164
Towing Loads and Transporting with Ballast....165
Towing Loads....166
Using Safety Chain....167
Driving on Public Roads....168
Use Caution on Hillsides....171
Operating PowrReverser™ Transmission....172
Operating PowrReverser™ Transmission with Hi/Lo (If Equipped)....174
PowrReverser™ Indicators....176
Ground Speed Estimates—PowrReverser™ Transmission (Specifications and design subject to change without notice.)....164
Ground Speed Estimates—PowrReverser™ Transmission with Hi/Lo (Specifications and design subject to change without notice.)....164
Using Infinitely Variable Shuttle (If Equipped)....179
Selecting a Gear....180
Correction Factors for Other Tire Sizes....181
Using Brakes....182
Using Differential Lock....183
Using Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive (MFWD)—Electro-Hydraulic Control with Auto Engage and Brake Assist (If Equipped)....184
Freeing a Mired Machine....186
Stopping the Tractor....188
Transporting on Carrier....190
Towing Tractor....191
Section 50: Rockshaft Controls....195
Rockshaft Controls....195
Using External Raise and Lower Switches....197
Adjusting Raise Height....199
Transporting Implements....200
Adjusting Rate-of-Drop....201
Adjusting Depth Stop....202
Adjusting Load/Depth Control....203
Using Position Control Setting....204
Using Draft Control....205
Using Float Control....207
Manually Lowering Hitch....208
Electro-Hydraulic Hitch Indicator....210
Section 65: Drawbar and PTO....261
Match Tractor Power to Implement....262
Observing Drawbar Load Limitations....263
Selecting Drawbar Position....264
Adjusting Drawbar Length and Offset....265
Reversing 540/1000 RPM PTO Stub Shaft (If Equipped)....266
Attaching PTO-Driven Implement....268
Selecting Correct PTO Speeds....270
Operating Tractor PTO....272
Section 60: Hydraulic System Controls and Operations....225
Hydraulic Valves....226
SCV Control Lever and Coupler Identification....229
Mid-Mount Valve Coupler Identification (If Equipped)....231
Use Correct Hose Tips....232
Connecting Cylinder Hoses—Rear SCV....233
Connecting Cylinder Hoses—Mid-Mount Valve (If Equipped)....236
Connecting Hose Under Pressure....238
Connecting and Operating Single-Acting Cylinder....239
Operating SCV Control Levers—Basic Valve....240
Setting Detents and Operating SCV Control Levers—Deluxe Valve (If Equipped)....241
Using Rear SCV to Operate Hydraulic Motor....244
Using Deluxe SCV to Operate Loader....246
Operating Multi-Function Control Lever (If Equipped)....248
Adjusting Flow Control—Deluxe SCV (If Equipped)....251
Correcting Reversed Cylinder Response....252
Warming Transmission-Hydraulic System Oil....253
Using Power Beyond Attachment (If Equipped)....256
Using Hydraulic Motor Case Drain Connection (If Equipped)....257
Using Hydraulic Motor Return Connection (If Equipped)....258
Disconnecting Cylinder Hoses....259
Section 65: Drawbar and PTO....261
Match Tractor Power to Implement....262
Observing Drawbar Load Limitations....263
Selecting Drawbar Position....264
Adjusting Drawbar Length and Offset....265
Reversing 540/1000 RPM PTO Stub Shaft (If Equipped)....266
Attaching PTO-Driven Implement....268
Selecting Correct PTO Speeds....270
Operating Tractor PTO....272
Section 70: Performance Ballasting....275
Planning for Maximum Productivity....276
Selecting Ballast Carefully....277
Matching Ballast to Work Load....278
Checking for Correct Ballast....279
Measuring Wheel Slip (Manually)....280
Ballast Limitations....282
Ballasting Front End for Transport....283
Ballasting Two-Wheel Drive Tractors....284
Ballasting MFWD-Equipped Tractors....285
Determining Maximum Rear Ballast....286
Determining Maximum Front Ballast....287
Using Cast Iron Weights....288
Installing Rear Cast Iron Weights....289
Using Liquid Ballast....292
Liquid Ballast....292
Using Implement Codes....293
Section 75: Wheels, Tires and Treads....295
Service Tires Safely....296
Check Implement-to-Tire Clearance....297
Check Tire Inflation Pressure....298
Tire Inflation Pressure Charts....299
Selecting Front Tire Rolling Direction....300
Tighten Wheel/Axle Hardware Correctly....301
Tighten Bolts—Adjustable Front Axle....302
Tighten Bolts—MFWD Axle....303
Tighten Bolts—Rear Axle....304
Observe Rear Wheel Tread Width Limitations....305
Tread Settings—Two-Position Rear Wheels....306
Tread Settings—Multi-Position Rear Wheels....307
Tread Settings—Two-Position MFWD Wheels....309
Tread Settings—Adjustable Front Axle....310
Adjusting Front Axle Tread Width....312
Checking Toe-In—Adjustable Front Axle....313
Adjusting Toe-In—Adjustable Front Axle....314
Checking Toe-In—MFWD Axle....315
Adjusting Toe-In—MFWD Tractor....316
Set MFWD Steering Stops—MFWD Axle....317
Use Correct Tire Combinations....318
Tire Compatibility Chart....319
Section 80: Fuel, Lubricants and Coolant....321
Diesel Fuel....322
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel....323
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel....324
Testing Diesel Fuel....325
Biodiesel Fuel....326
Filling Fuel Tank....328
Diesel Engine Break-In Oil (5425N and 5525N)....330
Diesel Engine Oil....331
Oil Filters....333
Diesel Engine Coolant....334
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates....336
Additional Information About Diesel Engine Coolants and Supplemental Coolant Additives....337
Testing Diesel Engine Coolant....339
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil....340
Use Correct Transmission-Hydraulic Filter Element....341
MFWD Axle Housing and Wheel Hub Oil....342
Grease....343
Mixing of Lubricants....344
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants....345
Lubricant Storage....346
Section 85: Maintenance and Service Intervals....347
Observe Service Intervals....348
Break-In Service....349
Service Interval Chart—Daily or 10 Hours/50 Hours/First 100 Hours/First 300 Hours/300 Hours....350
Service Interval Chart—500 Hours/600 Hours/1200 Hours/Annual/2100 Hours or Two Years....351
Service—As Required....352
Raising Hood....353
Accessing Battery....354
Using High-Pressure Washers....355
Using Compressed Air....356
Section 90: General Maintenance and Inspection....357
Service Tractor Safely....358
Work In Ventilated Area....359
Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Pesticides....360
Additional Service Information....361
Inspecting Tires....362
Tubeless Tire Repair....363
Checking Neutral Start System....364
Checking Transmission PARK Position....366
Checking Brakes....367
Service Air Cleaner....368
Air Intake System Components....370
Checking Air Intake System....371
Replacing Air Cleaner Elements....372
Inspecting Elements....374
Storing Element....375
Cleaning Grille Screens, Radiator, Oil Cooler (If Equipped) or A/C Condenser (Cab)....376
Inspecting Fan Belt Tensioner....378
Replacing Fan Belt....380
Inspecting Seat Belt....389
Inspecting Tractor for Loose Hardware....390
Adjusting 540/540E PTO Lever and Linkage....391
Cleaning Cab Air Filters....394
Servicing Air Conditioner (Cab)....396
Keeping ROPS Installed Properly (Open Station)....398
Keeping Cab Protection System Installed Properly....400
Cleaning Engine Crankcase Vent Tube....402
Checking Hoses and Hose Clamps for Tightness....403
Checking Front Axle Pivot Pin End Play....404
Adjusting Engine Valve Clearance (5425N and 5525N)....405
Section 95: Lubrication....406
Use Correct Lubricant....407
Checking Engine Oil Level....408
Changing Engine Oil and Filter—5325N....410
Changing Engine Oil and Filter—5425N and 5525N....412
Checking Transmission-Hydraulic System Oil Level....414
Replacing Transmission-Hydraulic Filter....416
Changing Transmission-Hydraulic Oil and Filter....417
Cleaning Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Pickup Screen....419
Checking MFWD Axle Wheel Hub Oil Level....421
Changing MFWD Axle Wheel Hub Oil....422
Checking MFWD Axle Housing Oil Level....423
Changing MFWD Axle Housing Oil....424
Lubricate as Necessary....426
Lubricating Steering Spindles and Steering Cylinder Ends (Adjustable Front Axle)....427
Lubricating Steering King Pins (MFWD)....428
Lubricating Front Axle Pivot Pin....429
Packing Front Wheel Bearings (Adjustable Front Axle)....430
Lubricating Rear Axle Bearings....431
Lubricating 3-Point Hitch....432
Lubricating Operator's Seat Slide Rails (Open Station)....433
Lubricating Hood Latch....434
Section 100: Maintenance—Cooling System....435
Engine Cooling System Components....436
Checking Coolant Level....437
Testing Coolant....439
Winterize Cooling System....440
Flushing Cooling System and Replacing Thermostat....441
Section 101: Maintenance—Fuel System....442
Do Not Modify Fuel System....443
Fuel System Components—5325N....444
Fuel System Components—5425N and 5525N....445
Drain Water and Sediment from Fuel Tank and Fuel Filter....446
Replacing Fuel Filter—5325N....448
Replacing Fuel Filter—5425N and 5525N....449
Replacing In-Line Fuel Filter....450
Bleeding Fuel System—5325N....451
Bleeding Fuel System—5425N and 5525N....453
Inspecting Fuel Injectors (5425N and 5525N)....455
Checking Engine Idle Speeds....456
Adjusting Hand Throttle Friction....457
Section 102: Maintenance—Electrical System....458
Prevent Battery Explosions....459
Observe Electrical Service Precautions....460
Cleaning and Checking Battery....461
Removing Battery....462
Servicing Battery....463
Battery Replacement Specifications....466
Charging Battery....467
Checking Battery Condition....468
Connecting Starter Wiring....469
Connecting Alternator Wiring....470
Locating Fusible Links....471
Locating Fuses—Open Station....472
Locating Fuses—Cab....474
Fuse and Relay Size and Function—Open Station....476
Fuse and Relay Size and Function—Cab....478
Handling Halogen Light Bulbs Safely....480
Adjusting Headlights....481
Replacing Headlight Bulb....483
Replacing Warning Light Bulb—Open Station....485
Replacing Warning Light Bulb—Cab....486
Replacing Taillight Bulb....487
Replacing Work Light Bulb—Open Station....488
Replacing Work Light Bulb—Cab....489
Replacing Loader Light Bulb (If Equipped)....491
Replacing Dome Light Bulb (Cab)....493
Replacing Controls Illumination Light Bulb (Cab)....494
Replacing Rotary Beacon Light Bulb (Cab) (If Equipped)....495
Section 105: Troubleshooting....497
Engine Troubleshooting....498
Transmission Troubleshooting....503
Hydraulic System Troubleshooting....504
Brakes Troubleshooting....505
Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch Troubleshooting....506
Deluxe Selective Control Valve Troubleshooting (If Equipped)....509
Remote Hydraulic Cylinder Troubleshooting....510
Electrical System Troubleshooting....511
Heater and A/C System Troubleshooting (Cab)....513
Wipers, Work Lights, Dome Light and Radio Troubleshooting (Cab)....517
Section 110: Storage....518
Storing Tractor....519
Removing Tractor From Storage....524
Section 115: Specifications....525
Machine Specifications (Specifications and design subject to change without notice.)....525
Drain and Refill Capacities (Specifications and design subject to change without notice.)....525
Machine Dimensions—Open Station (Specifications and design subject to change without notice.)....525
Machine Dimensions—Cab (Specifications and design subject to change without notice.)....525
Permissible Load Specifications (Specifications and design subject to change without notice.)....525
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values....535
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values....537
Limited Battery Warranty....539
Section 120: Identification Numbers....542
Identification Numbers....542
Record Tractor Identification Number....543
Record Front Axle Serial Number....544
Record Engine Serial Number....545
Record Transmission Serial Number....546
Record Cab Serial Number....547
Keep Proof of Ownership....548
Keep Machines Secure....549
Section 125: Lubrication and Maintenance Records....550
10-Hour Service Chart....551
50-Hour Service Chart....552
First 100 Hours Service Chart....553
First 300 Hours Service Chart....554
300-Hour Service Chart....555
500-Hour Service Chart....556
600-Hour Service Chart....557
1200-Hour Service Chart....558
Annual Service Chart....559
2100-Hour or 2-Year Service Chart....560
As Required Service Chart....561
John Deere 5325N, 5425N and 5525N Tractors Operator's Manual (OMRE224589)
