John Deere 204K & 304K Loader Operator’s Manual OMT333031 – PDF DOWNLOAD

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John Deere 204K & 304K Loader Operator’s Manual OMT333031 – PDF DOWNLOAD

• Part Number (P/N): OMT333031_24
• Language: English
• Division: Construction
• Product Lines: Loaders
• Publication Type: Operator’s Manuals
• Associated Models: 204K, 304K
• Series: K SERIES
• Serial Number Ranges:
  • 204K: PIN: 1LU204K_ _ _B030847—
  • 304K: PIN: 1LU304K_ _ _B030847—

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

John Deere 204K & 304K Loader Operator’s Manual OMT333031 – PDF DOWNLOAD

204K and 304K Loader 1
Introduction 2
Foreword 2
Manual Identification—READ THIS FIRST! 2
IMPORTANT 4
Emissions Control Warranty Statement 5
FCC Notifications to User 7
Service ADVISOR™ Remote (SAR)—SOFTWARE TERMS AND CONDITIONS 8
Required Emission-Related Information 11
Technical Information Feedback Form 12
Contents 13
Safety—Safety and Operator Convenience 17
Safety and Operator Convenience Features 17
Safety—General Precautions 18
Recognize Safety Information 18
Follow Safety Instructions 18
Operate Only If Qualified 18
Wear Protective Equipment 19
Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications 19
Inspect Machine 19
Stay Clear of Moving Parts 19
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids 20
Avoid High-Pressure Oils 20
Work In Ventilated Area 21
Prevent Fires, Clean Debris From Machine 21
Prevent Battery Explosions 22
Handle Chemical Products Safely 22
Decommissioning — Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components 23
Prepare for Emergencies 23
Clean Debris from Machine 24
Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses 24
Safety—Operating Precautions 25
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly 25
Start Only From Operator’s Seat 25
Use and Maintain Seat Belt 25
Prevent Unintended Machine Movement 26
Avoid Worksite Hazards 26
Use Special Care When Operating Loader 27
Keep Riders Off Machine 27
Avoid Backover Accidents 27
Avoid Machine Tip Over and Machine Damage 28
Operating on Slopes 28
Operating or Traveling On Public Roads 29
Inspect and Maintain ROPS 29
Add and Operate Attachments Safely 29
Safety—Maintenance Precautions 30
Park and Prepare for Service Safely 30
Service Tires Safely 31
Service Cooling System Safely 31
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating 32
Make Welding Repairs Safely 32
Drive Metal Pins Safely 32
Safety—Safety Signs 33
Safety Signs 33
Operation—Operator Station 40
Loader Control Switches and Levers 40
Multi-Function Lever 41
Pedals 41
Monitor Display 42
Monitor Display Functions 43
Switch Panel 44
Switch Panel Functions 45
Audible Alarm 46
Cab Climate Controls 46
Opening and Securing Side Door and Secondary Exit 47
Adjusting Steering Column Tilt—If Equipped 48
Adjusting Seat 48
Operation—Operating the Machine 50
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting 50
Battery Disconnect Switch 51
Check Instruments Before Starting 51
Starting the Engine 53
Warm-Up 53
Cold Weather Warm-Up 54
Park Brake Switch 55
Selecting Travel Direction 55
Selecting Travel Speed Range 56
Slowing and Stopping the Machine 57
Loader Control Lever 58
Operating Boom Float 61
Connecting and Disconnecting Auxiliary Hydraulics 62
Operating 3rd Function Hydraulics 63
Operating Attachment Mounting System—Quik-Tatch™ 64
Operating Beacon Light—If Equipped 65
Fork Attachment 66
Operating in Water and Mud 67
Parking the Machine 68
Loading Machine on a Trailer 69
Towing Procedure 70
Maintenance—Machine 71
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants 71
Hydraulic Oil 72
Differentials, Gear Case, and Final Drive Oil 73
Service (Drum) Brake Oil 73
Multipurpose Extreme Pressure (EP) Grease 74
Lubricant Storage 74
Mixing of Lubricants 74
Diesel Fuel 75
Diesel Fuel Specifications 75
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel 76
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel 76
Biodiesel Fuel 77
Testing Diesel Fuel 78
Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines 79
Diesel Engine Oil — Tier 3 and Stage IIIA 80
Diesel Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals 81
Diesel Engine Coolant (engine without wet sleeve cylinder liners) 82
Drain Intervals for Diesel Engine Coolant 83
John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender 83
Supplemental Coolant Additives 83
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates 84
Additional Information About Diesel Engine Coolants and John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender 84
Testing Diesel Engine Coolant 85
Disposing of Coolant 85
Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance 86
Service Your Machine at Specified Intervals 86
Check Hour Meter Regularly 86
Prepare Machine for Maintenance 87
Drain Hose Storage 87
Opening Hood and Removing Grille 88
Fuel Tank 88
Locking Machine Frame 89
Loader Boom Lock 90
Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit 92
Service Intervals 93
Required Parts 94
Maintenance—As Required 95
Check Coolant 95
Check V-Belt 95
Replace Final Fuel Filter and Clean Water Separator 98
Check Air Cleaner Elements 99
Lubricate Hinges 100
Check Wheel Nut Torque 100
Check Tire Pressure 101
Tire Pressures 103
Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily 104
Check Engine Oil Level 104
Clean Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve 104
Check Recovery Tank Coolant Level 105
Check Hydraulic Oil Level 106
Lubricate Quik-Tatch Pins and Bushings 106
Maintenance—Every 50 Hours 107
Lubricate Loader Linkage and Cylinder Pivots 107
Lubricate Steering Cylinder 108
Lubricate Frame Hinge Pivots 109
Maintenance—Every 250 Hours 110
Check Service (Drum) Brake Oil Level 110
Check Cab Recirculation Air Filter—If Equipped 111
Maintenance—Every 500 Hours 112
Check Final Drives Oil Level 112
Check Axle Differentials and Gear Case Oil Levels 112
Check and Clean Cooling Package 113
Check Battery Electrolyte Level and Terminals 114
Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter 116
Replace Final Fuel Filter and Clean Water Separator 117
Check Air Intake Hoses 118
Replace Hydraulic System Return Suction Filter 118
Check and Adjust Inching Linkage 118
Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours 119
Check Service (Drum) Brake Pads 119
Change Final Drive Oil 119
Change Axle Differentials and Gear Case Oil 120
Check Coolant 120
Clean Engine Crankcase Vent 121
Replace Air Cleaner Elements 122
Replace Dust Unloader Valve 123
Replace Hydraulic Oil Reservoir Breather 123
Replace Cab Recirculation Air Filter—If Equipped 124
Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours 125
Change Hydraulic Oil 125
Clean Hydraulic System Strainer 127
Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours 128
Drain Cooling System 128
Fill Cooling System 129
Miscellaneous—Machine 130
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level 130
Precautions for Alternator and Regulator 130
Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully 131
Using Booster Batteries—12-Volt System 132
Using Battery Charger 133
Replacing Batteries 134
Removing Batteries 135
Replacing Fuses 135
Check Radiator Hoses 138
Drain Fuel Tank Sediment 138
Return-to-Dig Adjustment 139
Replacing Drive and Marker Light Bulbs 139
Bleeding Fuel System 140
Welding on Machine 140
Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps, or Motors 141
Servicing Air Conditioning System—If Equipped 141
Replacing Bucket Teeth—TK Series 142
ROPS Torque Specifications 142
Hardware Torque Specifications 142
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values 143
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values 144
Miscellaneous—Operational Checkout 145
Operational Checkout 145
Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting 156
Troubleshooting Procedure 156
Engine 157
Hydrostatic Transmission 161
Differential and Axle 162
Service Brake 163
Driveline 163
Park Brake 163
Hydraulic System 164
Steering 165
Air Conditioning System 166
Heater System 167
Miscellaneous—Machine Storage 168
Prepare Machine for Storage 168
Monthly Storage Procedure 168
Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers 170
Record Product Identification Number (PIN) 170
Record Engine Serial Number 170
Record Hydraulic Pump Serial Number 170
Record Axle Serial Numbers 171
Keep Proof of Ownership 171
Keep Machines Secure 171
Miscellaneous—Specifications 172
204K Engine Specifications 172
304K Engine Specifications 173
Specifications 174
204K and 304K Drain and Refill Capacities 176
Page Number 17
Section 1-1 17
Section 1-2 18
Section 1-3 25
Section 1-4 30
Section 1-5 33
Section 2-1 40
Section 2-2 50
Section 3-1 71
Section 3-2 86
Section 3-3 95
Section 3-4 104
Section 3-5 107
Section 3-7 110
Section 3-8 112
Section 3-9 119
Section 3-10 125
Section 3-11 128
Section 4-1 130
Section 4-2 145
Section 4-3 156
Section 4-4 168
Section 4-5 170
Section 4-6 172

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