Complete Operator's Manual for John Deere 444K 4WD Loader, with all the technical information to maintain & operate.

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Total Pages: 811 pages
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Language: English
Document Type: Operator's Manual
NOTES: Parts Manual, Component Technical Manual, Repair Technical Manual, & Operation & Test Technical Manual (Electrical Wiring Diagrams included) available upon request

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omt275687 - 444K 4WD Loader (PIN: 1DW444K_ _ _D642685— )

Table of Contents

Foreword

Manual Identification—READ THIS FIRST!

Conformity Marking

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 Conveniences

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

Clean Debris from Machine

Prevent Battery Explosions

Handle Chemical Products Safely

Dispose of Waste Properly

Prepare for Emergencies

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 Work Site 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 Cooling System Safely

Service Tires Safely

Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating

Make Welding Repairs Safely

Drive Metal Pins Safely

Section 1-5: Safety—Safety Signs

Safety Signs

Section 2-1: Operation—Operator’s Station

Levers—Two Function Hydraulic Control

Levers—Three Function Hydraulic Control

Levers—Four Function Hydraulic Control

Pedals

Sealed Switch Module (SSM)

Switch Module Functions

Advanced Display Unit (ADU)

Display Unit Functions

Display Unit—Normal Display

Display Unit—Main Menu

Display Unit—Main Menu—Codes

Display Unit—Main Menu—Codes—Active Codes

Display Unit—Main Menu—Codes—Stored Codes

Display Unit—Main Menu—Settings

Display Unit—Main Menu—Settings—Reverse Fan Cycle

Display Unit—Main Menu—Settings—Courtesy Lights

Display Unit—Main Menu—Settings—Quick Shift

Display Unit—Main Menu—Settings—Job Timer

Display Unit—Main Menu—Settings—Stopwatch

Display Unit—Main Menu—Settings—Ride Control—If Equipped

Display Unit—Main Menu—Settings—Counters

Display Unit—Main Menu—Settings—Camera Mode

Display Unit—Main Menu—Settings—Operator Configuration

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Machine ID

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Battery Monitor

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Engine Sensors

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Transmission/Axle

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Hydraulic Sensors

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Machine Sensors

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—FNR Selector

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Cab Switches

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Switch Module

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Joystick Steering

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Tire Pressure—If Equipped

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Object Detect—If Equipped

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Auto Diff Lock—If Equipped

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Payload Scale—If Equipped

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—JDLink™ System Info

Display Unit—Main Menu—Diagnostics—Park Brake Test

Display Unit—Main Menu—Payload Scale—If Equipped

Display Unit—Main Menu—Payload Scale—Long Total

Display Unit—Main Menu—Payload Scale—Display Units

Display Unit—Main Menu—Payload Scale—Auto Add

Display Unit—Main Menu—Payload Scale—Diagnostics

Display Unit—Main Menu—Payload Scale—Setup

Display Unit—Main Menu—Monitor Settings

Display Unit—Main Menu—Security

Display Unit—Main Menu—Security—Security

Display Unit—Main Menu—Security—Change Owner PIN

Display Unit—Main Menu—Security—Manage Operator PINs

Display Unit—Main Menu—Security—Manage Transport PIN

Display Unit—Main Menu—Security—Delayed Operator Logout

Display Unit—Main Menu—Software Delivery

Display Unit—Main Menu—Software Delivery—Software Update

Horn Button

Turn Signals

Air Conditioner and Heater Operation

Counter Switch

Opening and Securing Side Door

Opening Side Window/Secondary Exit

Opening Rear Side Window

Seat Adjustment

Fire Extinguisher Mounting Location

Section 2-2: Operation—Operating the Machine

Before Starting Work

Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting

Check Instruments Before Starting

Battery Disconnect Switch

Engine Break-In Period

Starting the Engine

Cold Start Aid—Starting Fluid—If Equipped

Cold Start Aid—Block Heater—If Equipped

Warmup

Cold Weather Warmup

Automatic Idle and Automatic Shutdown

Park Brake Switch

Shifting the Transmission

Joystick Bucket and Boom Control

Two Lever Bucket and Boom Control

Auxiliary Control

Ride Control—If Equipped

Secondary Steering—If Equipped

Differential Lock Operation

Counter Switch Operation

Service ADVISOR™ Remote (SAR) Software Delivery Process

Rear Camera and Radar Object Detection (ROD) System—If Equipped

Embedded Payload Scale—If Equipped

Security System

Boom Height Kickout Adjustment

Return-to-Carry Kickout Adjustment

Return-to-Dig Adjustment for Z-Bar Linkage

Return-to-Dig Adjustment for Powerllel™ Linkage—If Equipped

Operating Loader Coupler—If Equipped

Using the Loader Bucket

Backdragging

Fork Attachment

Parking the Machine

Loading Machine on a Trailer

Towing Procedure

Lifting the Machine

Section 3-1: Maintenance—Machine

Diesel Fuel

Lubricity of Diesel Fuel

Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel

BioDiesel Fuel

Testing Diesel Fuel

Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines

Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants

Lubricant Storage

Mixing of Lubricants

Diesel Engine Break-In™ Oil

Diesel Engine Oil—Tier 3 and Stage III A Engines

Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals—Tier 3 and Stage IIIA — PowerTech™ Engines

Transmission, Park Brake, and Axle Oil

Hydraulic Oil

Grease

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 Machine at Specified Intervals

Check Hour Meter Regularly

Prepare Machine for Maintenance

Frame Locking Bar

Boom Lock

Pin Removal—If Equipped With Powerllel™ Linkage

Engine Service Doors and Side Shields

Cooling System Doors

Fuel Tank

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

Service Intervals

Required Parts

Section 3-3: Maintenance—As Required

Inspect Tires and Check Pressure

Tire Pressures

Check Wheel Bolt Torque

Inspect Engine Air Cleaner Elements

Inspect Air Conditioner Compressor and Alternator Belt

Check Coolant

Clean Cooler Cores

Check Rear Camera and Radar Object Detection (ROD) System—If Equipped

Drain Water From Auxiliary Fuel Filter and Water Separator—If Equipped

Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level

Drain Water From Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator

Drain Water From Final Fuel Filter

Check and Clean or Replace Cab Fresh Air Filter

Check and Clean or Replace Cab Recirculating Air Filter

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

Clean Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve

Check Coolant Level in Surge Tank

Check Engine Oil Level

Check Hydraulic Oil Level

Check Transmission Oil Level

Inspect Outer Pin Seals

Section 3-5: Maintenance—Every 100 Hours

Lubricate Loader Linkage and Cylinder Pivots—Z-Bar Linkage

Lubricate Loader Linkage and Cylinder Pivots—Powerllel™ Linkage

Lubricate Oscillating Rear Axle Pivot

Section 3-6: Maintenance—Initial Service - 250 Hours

Drain and Refill Front and Rear Axle Oil

Drain and Refill Engine Oil and Replace Filter

Replace Axle Oil Filters—If Equipped

Section 3-7: Maintenance—Every 250 Hours

Take Engine Oil Sample

Section 3-8: Maintenance—Every 500 Hours

Lubricate Driveline Upper and Lower Sliding Joints and Lower U-Joints

Check Front and Rear Axle Oil Level

Check Battery Water Level and Terminals

Check Air Intake Hoses and Charge Air Cooler Tube Couplings

Take Fluid Samples

Drain and Refill Engine Oil and Replace Filter

Replace Auxiliary Fuel Filter—If Equipped

Replace Primary Fuel Filter

Replace In-Line Fuel Strainer

Replace Final Fuel Filter

Replace Hydraulic Reservoir Breather Filter

Check Park Brake Oil Level

Lubricate Front and Rear Shaft Seals on Park Brake

Check Ride Control Accumulator—If Equipped

Section 3-9: Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours

Clean Engine Crankcase Vent Tube

Replace Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve

Replace Engine Air Cleaner Elements

Check Coolant

Replace Axle Oil Filters—If Equipped

Lubricate Frame Hinge Pivots

Drain and Refill Park Brake Oil

Section 3-10: Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours

Replace Outer Pin Seals

Drain and Refill Transmission Oil and Replace Filter

Drain and Refill Front and Rear Axle Oil

Clean Front and Rear Axle Oil Recirculation Screens—If Equipped

Adjust Engine Valve Lash (Clearance)

Rerun Transmission Clutch Calibration

Section 3-11: Maintenance—Every 4000 Hours

Clean Hydraulic Pump Case Drain In-Line Screen

Replace Hydraulic System Return Filter

Drain, Flush, and Refill Hydraulic System Oil

Clean Hydraulic System Fill Strainer

Section 3-12: Maintenance—Every 5000 Hours

Inspect Driveline Damper

Section 3-13: Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours

Drain Cooling System

Refill Cooling System

Section 4-1: Miscellaneous—Machine

Tire Removal With Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) System—If Equipped

Check Air Inlet Cover

Inspect Fuel Tank Vent Hose and Breather Filter

Bleed Fuel System

Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps, or Motors

Precautions for Alternator and Regulator

Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully

Using Booster Batteries—24-Volt System

Using Battery Charger

Replacement Batteries

Remove and Install Batteries

12-Volt Auxiliary Power Outlet—If Equipped

JDLink™ Machine Monitoring System (MMS)—If Equipped

Replacing Fuses

Remove and Install Halogen Bulbs

Fluid Sampling Test Ports—If Equipped

Air Conditioning System Service

External Service Brake Inspection

Service Recommendations For Snap-To-Connect (STC®) Fittings

Welding On Machine

Welding Near Electronic Control Units

Keep Electronic Control Unit Connectors Clean

Replacing Bucket Teeth—TK Series

Keep ROPS Installed Properly

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

Transmission

Differential and Axle

Service Brake

Driveline

Park Brake

Hydraulic System

Steering

Air Conditioning System

Heater System

Software Update

Section 4-4: Miscellaneous—Storage

Prepare Machine for Storage

Monthly Storage Procedure

Section 4-5: Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers

Record Product Identification Number (PIN)

Record Engine Serial Number

Record Transmission Serial Number

Record Hydraulic Pump Serial Number

Record Front and Rear Axle Housing Serial Numbers

Keep Proof of Ownership

Keep Machines Secure

Section 4-6: Miscellaneous—Specifications

Engine Specifications

Drain and Refill Capacities

Standard Z-Bar Specifications

High Lift Z-Bar Specifications

Powerllel™ Specifications

Travel Speeds

John Deere 444K 4WD Loader Operator's Manual (OMT275687)