John Deere 26G Compact Excavator Operator's Manual

Complete operator's manual for John Deere 26G Compact Excavator, with all the technical information to maintain and operation.

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Total Pages: 336 pages
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Language: English

TABLE OF CONTENTS.....1
Section 1-1: Safety—Safety and Operator Convenience.....16
  Safety and Operator Convenience Features.....17
Section 1-2: Safety—General Precautions.....18
  Recognize Safety Information.....19
  Follow Safety Instructions.....20
  Operate Only If Qualified.....21
  Wear Protective Equipment.....22
  Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications.....23
  Control Pattern Selector—If Equipped.....24
  Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses.....25
  Inspect Machine.....26
  Stay Clear of Moving Parts.....27
  Avoid High-Pressure Fluids.....28
  Avoid High-Pressure Oils.....29
  Work In Ventilated Area.....30
  Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling.....31
  Prevent Fires.....33
  In Case of Machine Fire.....34
  Prevent Battery Explosions.....35
  Handle Chemical Products Safely.....36
  Dispose of Waste Properly.....37
  Prepare for Emergencies.....38
  Clean Debris from Machine.....39
Section 1-3: Safety—Operating Precautions.....40
  Use Steps and Handholds Correctly.....41
  Start Only From Operator's Seat.....42
  Use and Maintain Seat Belt.....43
  Prevent Unintended Machine Movement.....44
  Avoid Work Site Hazards.....45
  Keep Riders Off Machine.....47
  Avoid Backover Accidents.....48
  Avoid Machine Tip Over.....49
  Use Special Care When Lifting Objects.....51
  Inspect and Maintain ROPS.....52
  Travel Safely.....53
  Prevent Acid Burns.....54
  Add and Operate Attachments Safely.....56
Section 1-4: Safety—Maintenance Precautions.....57
  Park and Prepare for Service Safely.....58
  Service Cooling System Safely.....59
  Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating.....60
  Make Welding Repairs Safely.....61
  Drive Metal Pins Safely.....62
Section 1-5: Safety—Safety Signs and Other Instructions.....64
  Safety Signs and Other Instructions.....64
Section 2-1: Operation—Operator Station.....74
  Switch Panel.....75
  Key Switch.....78
  Monitor Panel and Functions.....79
  Pedals and Levers.....80
  Engine Speed Control Lever.....81
  Pilot Shutoff Lever.....82
  Cab Heater.....83
  Operating AM/FM Radio—If Equipped.....85
  Door Release Lever—If Equipped.....89
  Cab Dome Light.....90
  Front (Alternative Exit) Window.....91
  Removing Lower Front Window—If Equipped.....93
  Alternative Exit Tool.....94
  Opening Right Side Window—If Equipped.....95
  Fire Extinguisher Mounting Location.....96
  Adjusting Operator’s Seat.....97
  Operator’s Manual Compartment.....98
Section 2-2: Operation—Operating the Machine.....99
  Before Starting Work.....100
  Operating in High Altitude.....101
  Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting.....102
  Check Instruments.....104
  Starting Engine.....330
  Starting Engine in Cold Weather.....106
  Cold Weather Warm-Up.....108
  Travel Pedals and Levers.....110
  Travel Mode Switch.....112
  Control Lever Pattern Operation.....113
  Control Lever Pattern Conversion.....115
  Boom-Swing Pedal.....116
  Auxiliary Function Lever.....118
  Positioning Auxiliary Line Selector Valve.....119
  Operating Backfill Blade.....121
  Operating Tips—Backfill Blade.....123
  Operating in Water and Mud.....124
  Driving Up a Steep or Slippery Slope.....125
  Lower Boom With Engine Stopped.....127
  Parking.....130
  Loading and Unloading for Transport.....131
  Towing Machine a Short Distance.....133
  Lifting.....134
  Lifting Machine.....136
Section 3-1: Maintenance—Machine.....138
  Diesel Fuel.....139
  Diesel Fuel Specifications.....140
  Lubricity of Diesel Fuel.....141
  Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel.....142
  BioDiesel Fuel.....143
  Testing Diesel Fuel.....145
  Supplemental Diesel Fuel Additives.....146
  Fuel Filters.....147
  Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines.....148
  Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants.....150
  Mixing of Lubricants.....151
  Lubricant Storage.....152
  John Deere Break-In Plus™ Engine Oil — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, and Stage IV.....153
  Diesel Engine Oil — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, and Stage IV.....154
  Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, and Stage IV Engines.....156
  Oil Filters.....157
  Hydraulic Oil.....158
  Travel Gear Case Oil.....160
  Grease.....161
  Diesel Engine Coolant (engine without wet sleeve cylinder liners).....162
  Water Quality for Mixing with Coolant Concentrate.....164
  Operating in Warm Temperature Climates.....165
  Testing Coolant Freeze Point.....166
  Disposing of Coolant.....168
Section 3-2: Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance.....169
  Service Machine at Specified Intervals.....170
  Check the Hour Meter Regularly.....171
  Prepare Machine for Maintenance.....172
  Engine Access Door.....173
  Maintenance Access Door.....174
  Forward Engine Access.....177
  Fuel Tank.....178
  Check Washer Fluid Level—If Equipped.....179
  Hydraulic Breaker and Crusher Attachments.....180
  Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit.....181
  Service Intervals.....182
  Required Parts.....184
Section 3-3: Maintenance—As Required.....186
  Clean Cooler Cores.....187
  Check and Clean Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve.....188
  Replace Engine Air Filter.....189
  Drain Water and Sediment From Fuel Tank Sump.....191
  Check Track Sag—Rubber Track.....192
  Adjust Track Sag.....194
Section 3-4: Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily.....196
  Check Engine Oil Level.....197
  Check Hydraulic Tank Oil Level.....199
  Drain Water Separator.....202
  Check Engine Coolant Level.....203
  Check Bucket Teeth.....205
  Check Seat Belt.....206
  Lubricate Bucket and Link Pins.....218
  Lubricate Front End Pin Joints.....239
Section 3-5: Maintenance—Initial Service—50 Hours.....211
  Drain and Refill Engine Oil and Replace Filter.....235
  Check and Adjust Fan Belt Tension.....222
Section 3-6: Maintenance—Every 100 Hours.....217
  Lubricate Bucket and Link Pins.....218
  Lubricate Front End Pin Joints.....239
  Check and Adjust Fan Belt Tension.....222
Section 3-7: Maintenance—Initial Service—250 Hours.....225
  Replace Hydraulic Tank Oil Filter.....247
  Lubricate Blade Pins.....246
Section 3-8: Maintenance—Every 250 Hours.....230
  Lubricate Swing Bearing.....231
  Check Travel Gear Case Oil Level.....232
  Drain Water and Sediment From Hydraulic Tank.....233
  Drain and Refill Engine Oil and Replace Filter.....235
  Take Engine Oil Sample.....237
Section 3-9: Maintenance—Every 500 Hours.....238
  Lubricate Front End Pin Joints.....239
  Lubricate Swing Bearing Gear.....242
  Lubricate Control Lever Universal Joint.....243
  Replace Fuel Filter.....244
  Lubricate Blade Pins.....246
  Replace Hydraulic Tank Oil Filter.....247
  Take Fluid Samples.....250
Section 3-10: Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours.....251
  Drain and Refill Travel Gear Case Oil.....252
  Replace Pilot System Oil Filter.....254
  Check and Adjust Engine Valve Lash.....258
  Check Starter and Alternator.....259
Section 3-11: Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours.....260
  Drain Cooling System.....261
  Cooling System Fill and Deaeration Procedure.....263
  Drain and Refill Hydraulic Tank Oil and Clean Suction Screen.....265
Section 4-1: Miscellaneous—Machine.....270
  Do Not Service or Adjust Injection Nozzles or High-Pressure Fuel Pump.....271
  Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps, or Motors.....272
  Precautions for Alternator and Regulator.....273
  Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully.....274
  Using Battery Charger.....277
  Using Booster Batteries—12-Volt System.....279
  Replacing Battery.....280
  Welding on Machine.....281
  Bleed Hydraulic System.....338
  Clean the Machine Regularly.....284
  12-Volt Auxiliary Power Outlet.....270
  Replacing Fuses.....286
  Installing Bucket With Quick Coupler.....289
  Replacing Bucket Teeth.....291
  Replacing Bucket Tooth Tip—Heavy-Duty Bucket.....293
  Removing the Bucket.....295
  Track Sag General Information.....296
  Rubber Track Care.....297
  Removing and Installing Rubber Track.....298
  Hardware Torque Specifications.....301
  Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values.....302
  Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values.....304
Section 4-2: Miscellaneous—Operational Checkout.....307
  Operational Checkout.....307
Section 4-3: Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting.....328
  Troubleshooting Procedure.....329
  Engine.....330
  Electrical System.....335
  Hydraulic System.....338
Section 4-4: Miscellaneous—Storage.....341
  Prepare Machine for Storage.....342
  Monthly Storage Procedure.....344
Section 4-5: Miscellaneous—Serial Numbers.....346
  Record Product Identification Number (PIN).....347
  Record Engine Serial Number.....348
  Keep Proof of Ownership.....349
  Keep Machines Secure.....350
Section 4-6: Miscellaneous—Specifications.....351
  Engine Specifications.....352
  Drain and Refill Capacities.....353
  Machine Specifications.....354
  Working Ranges.....356
  Lift Capacity—Canopy; Arm: 1.17 m (3 ft. 10 in.); Bucket: 61 kg (135 lb.); Shoe: 300 mm (12 in.); Blade on Ground.....358
  Lift Capacity—Cab; Arm: 1.17 m (3 ft. 10 in.); Bucket: 61 kg (135 lb.); Shoe: 300 mm (12 in.); Blade on Ground.....359

John Deere 26G Compact Excavator Operator's Manual (OMT361084X19)