Complete Operator's Manual for John Deere 344J Loader (S.N. 22914— ) Engine 4045HT281, with the technical information to maintain & operate.

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omt251428 - 344J Loader (S.N. 22914— ) Engine 4045HT281

Table of Contents

Foreword

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 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

Work In Ventilated Area

Prevent Fires

Prevent Battery Explosions

Handle Chemical Products Safely

Dispose of Waste Properly

Prepare for Emergencies

Clean Debris from Machine

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

Replace 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

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

Engine Break-In Period

Starting the Engine

Warm-Up

Starting Fluid (Cold Weather Starting Aid)—If Equipped

Cold Weather Warmup

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

Lubricity of Diesel Fuel

Biodiesel Fuel

Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Conditioner

Testing Diesel Fuel

Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel

Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines

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

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

Check Hour Meter Regularly

Prepare Machine for Maintenance

Drain Hose Storage

Opening Hood and Removing Grille

Fuel Tank

Locking Machine Frame

Loader Boom Lock

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

Drain and Replace Primary Fuel Filter

Drain and Replace Final 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

Check Coolant

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

Checking Recovery Tank Coolant Level

Checking Engine Oil Level

Clean Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve

Checking Hydraulic Oil Level

Grease and Operate Euro Quick Disconnect Pins and Bushings

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

Take Engine Oil Sample

Checking Service (Drum) Brake Oil Level

Cleaning or Replacing Cab Recirculating Air Filter

Section 3-8: Maintenance—Every 500 Hours

Greasing Rear Axle Steering Pivots

Checking Final Drives Oil Level

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

Drain and Replace Primary Fuel Filter

Drain and Replace Final Fuel Filter

Checking Air Intake Hoses

Replacing Closed Crankcase Ventilation System Filter—If Equipped

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

Cleaning Engine Crankcase Vent Tube

Replacing Air Cleaner Elements

Replacing Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve

Replacing Hydraulic Tank Breather

Replacing Cab Recirculating Air Filter

Changing Front Axle Differential Oil

Check Coolant

Section 3-10: Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours

Changing Hydraulic Oil

Cleaning Hydraulic System Strainer

Section 3-11: Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours

Draining the Cooling System

Filling the Cooling System

Section 4-1: Miscellaneous—Machine

Checking Windshield Washer Fluid Level

Checking Radiator Coolant Level

Draining Final and Primary Fuel Filter Sediment

Precautions for Alternator and Regulator

Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully

Using Booster Batteries—12-Volt System

Using Battery Charger

Replacing Batteries

Removing Batteries

Replacing Fuses

Fuse (Blade-Type) Color Codes

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 Screw Torque Values

Unified Inch Bolt and 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—Machine 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

Keep Proof of Ownership

Keep Machines Secure

Section 4-6: Miscellaneous—Specifications

Engine Specifications

Specifications

Drain and Refill Capacities

John Deere 344J Loader (S.N. 22914— ) Engine 4045HT281 Operator's Manual (OMT251428)