John Deere 244J Loader Operator’s Manual OMT251431 – PDF DOWNLOAD

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John Deere 244J Loader Operator’s Manual OMT251431 – PDF DOWNLOAD

• Product Number (P/N): OMT251431_24
• Language: English
• Division: Construction
• Series: J SERIES
• Product Lines: Loaders
• Publication Type: Operator’s Manuals
• Associated Models: 244J
• Serial: 23290—

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

John Deere 244J Loader Operator’s Manual OMT251431 – PDF DOWNLOAD

244J Loader 1
Introduction 2
Foreword 2
EPA Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition 3
CARB Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition 5
Required Emission-Related Information 11
Technical Information Feedback Form 11
Contents 13
Safety—Safety and Operator Conveniences 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
Add Cab Guarding For Special Uses 19
Inspect Machine 20
Stay Clear of Moving Parts 20
Avoid High-Pressure Oils 20
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids 21
Work In Ventilated Area 21
Prevent Fires 22
Prevent Battery Explosions 22
Handle Chemical Products Safely 23
Decommissioning — Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components 23
Prepare for Emergencies 24
Clean Debris from Machine 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 25
Avoid Worksite Hazards 26
Use Special Care When Operating Loader 26
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 30
Service Cooling System Safely 31
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating 31
Make Welding Repairs Safely 31
Drive Metal Pins Safely 32
Safety—Safety Signs 33
Safety Signs 33
Replace Safety Signs 35
Operation—Operator Station 36
Loader Control Switches and Levers 36
Multi-Function Lever 36
Pedals 37
Monitor Display 37
Monitor Display Functions 38
Switch Panel 40
Switch Panel Functions 41
Audible Alarm 43
Cab Climate Controls 43
Opening and Securing Side Door and Secondary Exit 44
Adjusting Steering Column Tilt 44
Adjusting Seat 45
Operation—Operating the Machine 46
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting 46
Battery Disconnect Switch 46
Check Instruments Before Starting 47
Engine Break-In Period 47
Starting the Engine 48
Warm-Up 48
Cold Weather Start-Up 49
Cold Weather Warm-Up 49
Park Brake Switch 50
Selecting Travel Direction 50
Selecting Travel Speed Range 51
Slowing and Stopping the Machine 51
Verifying Bucket Stop 52
Loader Control Lever 53
Differential Lock Switch 53
Operating Boom Float 54
Operating 3rd Function Hydraulics 55
Operating 4th Function Auxiliary Hydraulics—If Equipped 56
Operating Ride Control—If Equipped 57
Operating Manual Quick Disconnect and Worksite Pro™ Adapter—If Equipped 58
Operating Electric Controlled Quick Disconnect andWorksite ProWorksite Pro is a trademark of Deere & CompanyAdapter—If Equipped 60
Fork Attachment 62
Parking the Machine 63
Loading Machine on a Trailer 64
Towing Procedure Without Engine Running 64
Towing Procedure With Engine Running 65
Maintenance—Machine 67
Diesel Fuel 67
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel 68
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel 68
Biodiesel Fuel 69
Testing Diesel Fuel 70
Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines 71
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants 72
Diesel Engine Oil — Tier 3 and Stage IIIA 72
Diesel Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals 73
Hydraulic Reservoir Oil 74
Differentials, Gearbox, and Final Drive Oil 74
Service (Drum) Brake Oil 75
Multipurpose Extreme Pressure (EP) Grease 75
Diesel Engine Coolant (engine without wet sleeve cylinder liners) 76
Drain Intervals for Diesel Engine Coolant 77
John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender 77
Supplemental Coolant Additives 77
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates 78
Additional Information About Diesel Engine Coolants and John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender 78
Testing Diesel Engine Coolant 79
Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance 80
Service Your Machine at Specified Intervals 80
Check Hour Meter Regularly 80
Prepare Machine for Maintenance 81
Drain Hose Storage 81
Opening Hood and Removing Grille 82
Fuel Tank 82
Locking Machine Frame 83
Loader Boom Lock 83
Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit 84
Service Intervals 85
Required Parts 86
Maintenance—As Required 87
Inspecting and Replacing Serpentine Belt 87
Replacing Final Fuel Filter 88
Replacing In-Line Fuel Filter 88
Cleaning or Replacing Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve 89
Cleaning and/or Replacing Air Cleaner Elements 89
Lubricating Door Hinges 90
Checking Wheel Bolt Torque 90
Checking Tire Pressure 91
Tire Pressures 92
Check Coolant 92
Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily 93
Checking Recovery Tank Coolant Level 93
Checking Engine Oil Level 93
Cleaning Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve 94
Checking Hydraulic Oil Level 94
Grease and Operate Euro Quick Disconnect Pins and Bushings 95
Maintenance—Every 50 Hours 96
Greasing Loader Linkage and Cylinder Pivots 96
Greasing Drive Shaft 96
Greasing Steering Cylinder 97
Greasing Frame Hinge Pivots 97
Greasing Rear Oscillating Axle 97
Maintenance—Every 250 Hours 99
Checking Service (Drum) Brake Oil Level 99
Cleaning or Replacing Cab Recirculating Air Filter 99
Take Engine Oil Sample 99
Maintenance—Every 500 Hours 100
Greasing Rear Axle Steering Pivots 100
Checking Final Drives Oil Level 100
Checking and Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Cooler/Radiator and Air Conditioning Condenser—If Equipped 100
Checking Rear Differential and Gearbox Oil Level 101
Checking Battery Electrolyte Level and Terminals 102
Changing Engine Oil and Replacing Filter 104
Drain and Replace Final Fuel Filter 105
Drain and Replace In-Line Fuel Filter 106
Checking Air Intake Hoses 106
Replacing Closed Crankcase Ventilation System Filter—If Equipped 106
Replacing Hydraulic System Return Suction Filter 107
Checking and Adjusting Inching Linkage 107
Checking Front Differential Oil Level 107
Take Fluid Samples 107
Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours 108
Inspecting Service (Drum) Brake Pads 108
Changing Final Drive Oil 108
Changing Rear Differential and Gearbox Oil 109
Cleaning Engine Crankcase Vent Tube—If Equipped 109
Replacing Air Cleaner Elements 110
Replacing Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve 110
Replacing Hydraulic Tank Breather 111
Replacing Cab Recirculating Air Filter 111
Changing Front Differential Oil 112
Check Coolant 112
Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours 113
Changing Hydraulic Oil 113
Cleaning Hydraulic System Strainer 114
Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours 115
Draining the Cooling System 115
Filling the Cooling System 116
Miscellaneous—Machine 117
Checking Windshield Washer Fluid Level 117
Checking Radiator Coolant Level 117
Draining Fuel Filter Sediment 117
Precautions for Alternator and Regulator 118
Using Battery Charger 118
Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully 119
Using Booster Batteries—12-Volt System 120
Replacing Batteries 120
Removing Batteries 120
Replacing Fuses 121
Fuse (Blade-Type) Color Codes 123
Checking Radiator Hoses 123
Return-to-Dig Adjustment 124
Replacing Drive and Marker Light Bulbs 125
Bleeding Fuel System 125
Welding On Machine 126
Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps or Motors 126
Servicing Air Conditioning System—If Equipped 126
ROPS Torque Specifications 126
Hardware Torque Specifications 126
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values 127
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values 128
Miscellaneous—Operational Checkout 129
Operational Checkout 129
Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting 142
Troubleshooting Procedure 142
Engine 143
Hydrostatic Transmission 145
Differential and Axle 147
Service Brake 148
Drive Line 148
Park Brake 148
Hydraulic System 149
Steering 150
Air Conditioning System 151
Heater System 152
Miscellaneous—Machine Storage 153
Prepare Machine for Storage 153
Monthly Storage Procedure 153
Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers 155
Record Product Identification Number (PIN) 155
Record Engine Serial Number 155
Record Hydraulic Pump Serial Number 155
Record Axle Serial Numbers 156
Keep Proof of Ownership 156
Keep Machines Secure 157
Miscellaneous—Specifications 158
Engine Specifications 158
Specifications 159
Drain and Refill Capacities 160
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 36
Section 2-2 46
Section 3-1 67
Section 3-2 80
Section 3-3 87
Section 3-4 93
Section 3-5 96
Section 3-7 99
Section 3-8 100
Section 3-9 108
Section 3-10 113
Section 3-12 115
Section 4-1 117
Section 4-2 129
Section 4-3 142
Section 4-4 153
Section 4-5 155
Section 4-6 158

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