John Deere 344K Loader Operator's Manual (OMT313329)

omt313329 - John Deere 344K Loader (PIN: 1LU344K_ _ _B030077— ) Operator's Manual.pdf

Complete Operator's Manual for John Deere 344K Loaders, with all the shop information to maintain & operate your loader.

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Total Pages: 414 pages
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Language: English

omt313329 - 344K Loader (PIN: 1LU344K_ _ _B030077— )

Table of Contents

Foreword

Manual Identification—READ THIS FIRST!

IMPORTANT

EPA Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition

CARB Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition

FCC Notifications to User

Service ADVISOR™ Remote (SAR)—SOFTWARE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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

Inspect Machine

Stay Clear of Moving Parts

Avoid High-Pressure Fluids

Avoid High-Pressure Oils

Work In Ventilated Area

Prevent Fires

Prevent Battery Explosions

Handle Chemical Products Safely

Decommissioning: Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components

Exhaust Filter Ash Handling and Disposal

Prepare for Emergencies

Clean Debris from Machine

Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses

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

Clean Exhaust Filter 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

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 Ride Control—If Equipped

Operating Secondary Steering—If Equipped

Operating Quick Disconnect

Operating Beacon Light—If Equipped

Fork Attachment

Parking the Machine

Loading Machine on a Trailer

Towing Procedure

Section 3-1: Maintenance—Machine

Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants

Hydraulic Oil

Differentials, Gear Case, and Final Drive Oil

Service (Drum) Brake Oil

Grease

Lubricant Storage

Mixing of Lubricants

Diesel Fuel

Diesel Fuel Specifications

Lubricity of Diesel Fuel

Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel

BioDiesel Fuel

Testing Diesel Fuel

Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines

John Deere Break-In™ Plus Engine Oil

Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, and Stage IV Engines

Diesel Engine Coolant (engine with wet sleeve cylinder liners)

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

Disposing of 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

Check Coolant

Check Serpentine Belt

Service Exhaust Filter

Drain Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator

Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level

Lubricate Door Hinges

Check Wheel Bolt Torque

Check Tire Pressure

Tire Pressures

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

Check Engine Oil Level

Clean Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve

Check Recovery Tank Coolant Levels

Check Hydraulic Oil Level

Lubricate Quick Disconnect Pins and Bushings

Section 3-5: Maintenance—Every 50 Hours

Lubricate Loader Linkage and Cylinder Pivots

Lubricate Drive Shaft

Lubricate Steering Cylinder

Lubricate Frame Hinge Pivots

Lubricate Rear Oscillating Axle

Section 3-7: Maintenance—Every 250 Hours

Check Service (Drum) Brake Oil Level

Check Cab Recirculation Air Filter

Section 3-8: Maintenance—Every 500 Hours

Lubricate Rear Axle Steering Pivots

Check Final Drives Oil Level

Check Rear Axle Differential and Gear Case Oil Levels

Check and Clean Cooling Package

Check Battery Electrolyte Level and Terminals

Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter

Replace Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator

Replace Final Fuel Filter

Check Air Intake Hoses

Replace Hydraulic System Return Suction Filter

Check and Adjust Inching Linkage

Check Front Axle Differential Oil Level

Section 3-9: Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours

Check Park (Wet) Brake Pads

Check Service (Drum) Brake Pads

Change Final Drive Oil

Change Rear Axle Differential and Gear Case Oil

Check Coolant

Clean Engine Crankcase Vent Tube

Replace Air Cleaner Elements

Replace Dust Unloader Valve

Replace Hydraulic Oil Reservoir Breather

Replace Cab Recirculation Air Filter

Change Front Axle Differential Oil

Section 3-10: Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours

Replace Open Crankcase Ventilation (OCV) Filter

Change Hydraulic Oil

Clean Hydraulic System Strainer

Section 3-11: Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours

Drain Cooling System

Fill Cooling System

Section 4-1: Miscellaneous—Machine

Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level

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

Check Radiator Hoses

Drain Fuel Tank Sediment

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

Replacing Bucket Teeth—TK Series

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