John Deere 204L & 304L Compact Loader Operator’s Manual OMT401205X19 – PDF DOWNLOAD

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John Deere 204L & 304L Compact Loader Operator’s Manual OMT401205X19 – PDF DOWNLOAD

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John Deere 204L & 304L Compact Loader Operator’s Manual OMT401205X19 – PDF DOWNLOAD

• P/N: OMT401205X19_Z3
• Language: English
• Division: Construction
• Product Lines: Loaders
• Publication Type: Operator’s Manuals
• Associated Models: 204L, 304L
• Serial:
  • 204L:
    • PIN: 1LU204LX_ _B040073—
  • 304L:
    • PIN: 1LU304LX_ _B040073

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John Deere 204L & 304L Compact Loader Operator’s Manual OMT401205X19 – PDF DOWNLOAD

Contents 15
Safety—Safety and Operator Convenience 19
Safety and Operator Convenience Features 19
Safety—General Precautions 20
Recognize Safety Information 20
Follow Safety Instructions 20
Operate Only If Qualified 20
Wear Protective Equipment 21
Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications 21
Inspect Machine 21
Stay Clear of Moving Parts 21
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids 22
Avoid High-Pressure Oils 22
Work In Ventilated Area 22
Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling 23
High Debris Applications 23
Prevent Fires 24
In Case of Machine Fire 24
Prevent Battery Explosions 25
Handle Chemical Products Safely 25
Handle Starting Fluid Safely 25
Decommissioning — Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components 26
Exhaust Filter Ash Handling and Disposal 26
Prepare for Emergencies 26
Clean Debris from Machine 27
Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses 27
Safety—Operating Precautions 28
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly 28
Start Only From Operator’s Seat 28
Use and Maintain Seat Belt 28
Prevent Unintended Machine Movement 29
Avoid Work Site Hazards 30
Keep Riders Off Machine 31
Avoid Backover Accidents 31
Avoid Machine Tip Over and Machine Damage 32
Avoid Power Lines 32
Use Special Care When Operating Loader 33
Operating on Slopes 33
Operating or Traveling On Public Roads 33
Inspect and Maintain ROPS 34
Travel Safely 34
Prevent Acid Burns 35
Add and Operate Attachments Safely 35
Safety—Maintenance Precautions 36
Park and Prepare for Service Safely 36
Service Machines Safely 36
Service Cooling System Safely 37
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating 37
Make Welding Repairs Safely 37
Drive Metal Pins Safely 38
Service Tires Safely 38
Use Proper Lifting Equipment 38
Clean Exhaust Filter Safely 39
Safety—Safety Signs and Other Instructions 40
Safety Signs and Other Instructions 40
Operation—Operator Station 54
Loader Control Lever Switches 54
Multi-Function Lever (MFL) 54
Pedals 55
Monitor Display Functions 56
Switch Panel Functions 60
Audible Alarm 65
Cab Climate Controls 67
Cab Door 68
Side Window (Alternative Exit) 69
Interior Cab Lights 69
Steering Column Adjustment—If Equipped 69
Seat Adjustment 70
Fire Extinguisher Mounting Location 71
Operation—Operating the Machine 72
Before Starting Work 72
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting 72
Battery Disconnect Switch 73
Check Instruments Before Starting 74
Starting the Engine 76
Cold Weather Warm-Up 77
Driving the Machine 78
Operating in Water and Mud 79
Driving Up a Steep or Slippery Slope 79
Required Machine Stop Warning 79
Exhaust Filter 81
Park Brake 83
Selecting Travel Direction 83
Selecting Travel Speed Range 84
Slowing and Stopping the Machine 86
Loader Control Lever 88
Operating Boom Float 90
Connecting and Disconnecting Auxiliary Hydraulics 91
Operating 3rd Function Hydraulics 92
Operating Ride Control—If Equipped 94
Operating Attachment Mounting System—Quik-Tatch™—If Equipped 95
Operating Hydraulic Controlled Quick Disconnect Adapter—If Equipped 96
Operating Rear Window Heater—If Equipped 99
Operating Beacon Light—If Equipped 100
Fork Attachment 101
Parking the Machine 103
Loading Machine on a Trailer 104
Towing Procedure 105
Lifting the Machine 106
Maintenance—Machine 107
Required Emission-Related Information 107
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants 107
Lubricant Storage 107
Mixing of Lubricants 107
Hydraulic Oil 108
Axle Differential, Gear Case, and Final Drive Oil 109
Service (Drum) Brake Oil 109
Multipurpose Extreme Pressure (EP) Grease 110
Diesel Fuel 111
Diesel Fuel Specifications 111
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel 112
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel 112
Biodiesel Fuel 113
Testing Diesel Fuel 114
Supplemental Diesel Fuel Additives 114
Fuel Filters 114
Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines 115
Diesel Engine Oil — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, and Stage V 116
Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, and Stage V Engines 117
Diesel Engine Oil Service Interval for Operation at High Altitude 117
Oil Filters 118
Diesel Engine Coolant (engine without wet sleeve cylinder liners) 119
Water Quality for Mixing with Coolant Concentrate 120
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates 120
Testing Coolant Freeze Point 121
Disposing of Coolant 121
Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance 122
Service Machine at Specified Intervals 122
Check the Hour Meter Regularly 122
Prepare Machine for Maintenance 123
Drain Hose Storage 123
Opening Hood and Removing Grille 124
Fuel Tank 124
Locking Machine Frame 125
Locking Loader Boom 126
Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit 128
Service Intervals 129
Required Parts 131
Maintenance Legend 132
Maintenance—As Required 134
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level—If Equipped 134
Lubricate Hinges and Frame Articulation Stops 134
Check Wheel Nut Torque 134
Inspect Tires and Check Pressure 135
Tire Pressures 137
Service Exhaust Filter 138
Clean and Tighten Battery Terminals 138
Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily 139
Check Engine Oil Level 139
Clean Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve 139
Check Engine Coolant Level 140
Check Hydraulic Oil Level 141
Lubricate Quik-Tatch™ Pins and Bushings 142
Check and Drain Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator 142
Maintenance—Every 50 Hours 143
Lubricate Loader Linkage and Cylinder Pivots 143
Lubricate Steering Cylinder 144
Lubricate Frame Hinge Pivots 145
Maintenance—Every 100 Hours 146
Check and Adjust Accessory Drive Belt 146
Maintenance—Every 250 Hours 148
Check Cab Recirculation Air Filter—If Equipped 148
Take Engine Oil Sample 148
Maintenance—Every 500 Hours 149
Check Final Drive Oil Level 149
Check Axle Differential and Gear Case Oil Levels 149
Check and Clean Cooling Package 150
Check Hybrid Battery Electrolyte Level—If Equipped 150
Drain and Refill Engine Oil and Replace Filter 152
Replace Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator 153
Replace Final Fuel Filter 154
Check Air Intake Hoses 154
Check and Adjust Inching Linkage 154
Check Service (Drum) Brake Oil Level 155
Drain Water and Sediment From Hydraulic Tank 156
Take Fluid Samples 156
Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours 157
Check Service (Drum) Brake Pads 157
Drain and Refill Final Drive Oil 157
Drain and Refill Axle Differential and Gear Case Oil 158
Clean Engine Crankcase Vent 159
Replace Air Cleaner Elements 160
Replace Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve 161
Replace Cab Recirculation Air Filter—If Equipped 162
Check Coolant Condition 163
Replace Hydraulic System Return Filter 164
Maintenance—Every 1500 Hours 165
Check and Adjust Engine Valve Lash 165
Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours 166
Drain and Refill Hydraulic Oil 166
Clean Hydraulic System Strainer 168
Replace Hydraulic Oil Cap Breather 169
Check Axle Mounting Cap Screw Torque 169
Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours 170
Drain Cooling System 170
Cooling System Fill and Deaeration Procedure 171
Miscellaneous—Machine 172
Do Not Service or Adjust Injection Nozzles or High-Pressure Fuel Pump 172
Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps, or Motors 172
Precautions for Alternator and Regulator 172
Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully 173
Using Battery Charger 174
Using Booster Batteries—12-Volt System 176
Removing Batteries 176
Replacing Batteries 177
Welding on Machine 177
Keep Electronic Control Unit Connectors Clean 177
Replacing Fuses 178
Fluid Sampling Test Ports 185
Keep ROPS Installed Properly 185
Replacing Seat Belt 186
Check Radiator Hoses 186
Drain Fuel Tank Sediment 187
Return-to-Dig Adjustment 187
Replacing Drive and Marker Light Bulbs 188
Bleeding Fuel System 188
Servicing Air Conditioning System—If Equipped 189
Hardware Torque Specifications 189
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values 190
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values 191
Miscellaneous—Operational Checkout 192
Operational Checkout 192
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Check 192
Operational Checks—Ignition OFF, Engine OFF Checks 192
Operational Checks—Ignition ON, Engine OFF Checks 193
Operational Checks—Ignition ON, Engine ON Checks 196
Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting 204
Troubleshooting Procedure 204
Engine 205
Gear Case 209
Axle Differential 210
Service Brake 211
Driveline 211
Park Brake 212
Hydraulic System 213
Steering 215
Air Conditioning System 216
Heating System 218
Miscellaneous—Machine Storage 219
Prepare Machine for Storage 219
Monthly Storage Procedure 220
Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers 221
Record Product Identification Number (PIN) 221
Record Engine Serial Number 221
Record Hydraulic Pump Serial Number 221
Record Hydrostatic Pump Serial Number 222
Record Axle Serial Numbers 222
Keep Proof of Ownership 222
Keep Machines Secure 223
Miscellaneous—Specifications 224
204L Engine Specifications 224
304L Engine Specifications 224
204L Machine Specifications 225
304L Machine Specifications 228
204L and 304L Drain and Refill Capacities 231
Machine Design Life 231
Page Number 15
Section 1-1 19
Section 1-2 20
Section 1-3 28
Section 1-4 36
Section 1-5 40
Section 2-1 54
Section 2-2 72
Section 3-1 107
Section 3-2 122
Section 3-3 134
Section 3-4 139
Section 3-5 143
Section 3-6 146
Section 3-7 148
Section 3-8 149
Section 3-9 157
Section 3-10 165
Section 3-11 166
Section 3-12 170
Section 4-1 172
Section 4-2 192
Section 4-3 204
Section 4-4 219
Section 4-5 221
Section 4-6 224

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