John Deere 344K Loader Operator’s Manual OMT313329 – PDF DOWNLOAD

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John Deere 344K Loader Operator’s Manual OMT313329 – PDF DOWNLOAD

• Part Number (P/N): OMT313329_24
• Language: English
• Division: Construction
• Product Lines: Loaders
• Publication Type: Operator’s Manuals
• Associated Model: 344K
• Series: K SERIES
• Serial Number Range: PIN: 1LU344K_ _ _B030077—

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

John Deere 344K Loader Operator’s Manual OMT313329 – PDF DOWNLOAD

344K Loader 1
Introduction 2
Foreword 2
Manual Identification—READ THIS FIRST! 2
IMPORTANT 4
EPA Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition 5
CARB Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition 7
Required Emission-Related Information 13
FCC Notifications to User 13
Service ADVISOR™ Remote (SAR)—SOFTWARE TERMS AND CONDITIONS 14
Technical Information Feedback Form 18
Contents 19
Safety—Safety and Operator Convenience 23
Safety and Operator Convenience Features 23
Safety—General Precautions 24
Recognize Safety Information 24
Follow Safety Instructions 24
Operate Only If Qualified 24
Wear Protective Equipment 25
Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications 25
Inspect Machine 25
Stay Clear of Moving Parts 25
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids 26
Avoid High-Pressure Oils 26
Work In Ventilated Area 27
Prevent Fires, Clean Debris From Machine 27
Prevent Battery Explosions 28
Handle Chemical Products Safely 28
Decommissioning — Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components 29
Exhaust Filter Ash Handling and Disposal 29
Prepare for Emergencies 30
Clean Debris from Machine 30
Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses 30
Safety—Operating Precautions 31
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly 31
Start Only From Operator’s Seat 31
Use and Maintain Seat Belt 31
Prevent Unintended Machine Movement 32
Avoid Worksite Hazards 32
Use Special Care When Operating Loader 33
Keep Riders Off Machine 33
Avoid Backover Accidents 33
Avoid Machine Tip Over and Machine Damage 34
Operating on Slopes 34
Operating or Traveling On Public Roads 35
Inspect and Maintain ROPS 35
Add and Operate Attachments Safely 35
Safety—Maintenance Precautions 36
Park and Prepare for Service Safely 36
Service Tires Safely 37
Service Cooling System Safely 37
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating 38
Make Welding Repairs Safely 38
Drive Metal Pins Safely 38
Clean Exhaust Filter Safely 39
Safety—Safety Signs 40
Safety Signs 40
Replace Safety Signs 42
Operation—Operator Station 43
Loader Control Switches and Levers 43
Multi-Function Lever 43
Pedals 44
Monitor Display 44
Monitor Display Functions 45
Switch Panel 46
Switch Panel Functions 48
Audible Alarm 49
Cab Climate Controls 50
Opening and Securing Side Door and Secondary Exit 51
Adjusting Steering Column Tilt 51
Adjusting Seat 52
Operation—Operating the Machine 53
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting 53
Battery Disconnect Switch 54
Check Instruments Before Starting 54
Engine Break-In Period 55
Starting the Engine 56
Warm-Up 56
Cold Weather Warmup 57
Park Brake Switch 57
Selecting Travel Direction 57
Selecting Travel Speed Range 58
Slowing and Stopping the Machine 58
Verifying Bucket Stop 59
Loader Control Lever 60
Differential Lock Button 60
Operating Boom Float 61
Operating 3rd Function Hydraulics—If Equipped 61
Operating Ride Control—If Equipped 62
Operating Secondary Steering—If Equipped 63
Operating Quick Disconnect 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 68
Towing Procedure 69
Maintenance—Machine 70
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants 70
Hydraulic Oil 71
Differentials, Gear Case, and Final Drive Oil 72
Service (Drum) Brake Oil 72
Multipurpose Extreme Pressure (EP) Grease 73
Lubricant Storage 73
Mixing of Lubricants 73
Diesel Fuel 74
Diesel Fuel Specifications 74
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel 75
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel 75
Biodiesel Fuel 76
Testing Diesel Fuel 77
Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines 78
John Deere Break-In™ Plus Engine Oil 79
Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, and Stage V Engines 79
Diesel Engine Coolant (engine with wet sleeve cylinder liners) 80
Drain Intervals for Diesel Engine Coolant 81
John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender 81
Supplemental Coolant Additives 81
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates 82
Additional Information About Diesel Engine Coolants and John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender 82
Testing Diesel Engine Coolant 83
Disposing of Coolant 83
Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance 84
Service Your Machine at Specified Intervals 84
Check Hour Meter Regularly 84
Prepare Machine for Maintenance 85
Drain Hose Storage 85
Opening Hood and Removing Grille 86
Fuel Tank 87
Locking Machine Frame 87
Loader Boom Lock 88
Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit 88
Service Intervals 89
Required Parts 90
Maintenance—As Required 91
Check Coolant 91
Check Serpentine Belt 92
Service Exhaust Filter 94
Drain Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator 95
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level 95
Lubricate Door Hinges 96
Check Wheel Bolt Torque 96
Check Tire Pressure 97
Tire Pressures 98
Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily 99
Check Engine Oil Level 99
Clean Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve 99
Check Recovery Tank Coolant Levels 100
Check Hydraulic Oil Level 101
Lubricate Quick Disconnect Pins and Bushings 101
Maintenance—Every 50 Hours 102
Lubricate Loader Linkage and Cylinder Pivots 102
Lubricate Drive Shaft 102
Lubricate Steering Cylinder 103
Lubricate Frame Hinge Pivots 104
Lubricate Rear Oscillating Axle 104
Maintenance—Every 250 Hours 106
Check Service (Drum) Brake Oil Level 106
Check Cab Recirculation Air Filter 106
Maintenance—Every 500 Hours 107
Lubricate Rear Axle Steering Pivots 107
Check Final Drives Oil Level 107
Check Rear Axle Differential and Gear Case Oil Levels 107
Check and Clean Cooling Package 109
Check Battery Electrolyte Level and Terminals 110
Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter 112
Replace Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator 114
Replace Final Fuel Filter 115
Check Air Intake Hoses 116
Replace Hydraulic System Return Suction Filter 117
Check and Adjust Inching Linkage 117
Check Front Axle Differential Oil Level 117
Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours 118
Check Park (Wet) Brake Pads 118
Check Service (Drum) Brake Pads 118
Change Final Drive Oil 119
Change Rear Axle Differential and Gear Case Oil 119
Check Coolant 120
Clean Engine Crankcase Vent Tube 120
Replace Air Cleaner Elements 121
Replace Dust Unloader Valve 122
Replace Hydraulic Oil Reservoir Breather 122
Replace Cab Recirculation Air Filter 123
Change Front Axle Differential Oil 123
Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours 124
Replace Open Crankcase Ventilation (OCV) Filter 124
Change Hydraulic Oil 124
Clean Hydraulic System Strainer 126
Check and Adjust Engine Valve Lash 126
Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours 127
Drain Cooling System 127
Fill Cooling System 128
Miscellaneous—Machine 129
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level 129
Precautions for Alternator and Regulator 129
Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully 130
Using Booster Batteries—12-Volt System 131
Using Battery Charger 132
Replacing Batteries 133
Removing Batteries 134
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 141
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 158
Troubleshooting Procedure 158
Engine 159
Hydrostatic Transmission 163
Differential and Axle 165
Service Brake 166
Drive Line 166
Park Brake 166
Hydraulic System 167
Steering 168
Air Conditioning System 169
Heater System 170
Miscellaneous—Machine Storage 171
Prepare Machine for Storage 171
Monthly Storage Procedure 171
Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers 173
Record Product Identification Number (PIN) 173
Record Engine Serial Number 173
Record Hydraulic Pump Serial Number 173
Record Axle Serial Numbers 174
Keep Proof of Ownership 174
Keep Machines Secure 174
Miscellaneous—Specifications 175
Engine Specifications 175
Specifications 176
Drain and Refill Capacities 178
Page Number 23
Section 1-1 23
Section 1-2 24
Section 1-3 31
Section 1-4 36
Section 1-5 40
Section 2-1 43
Section 2-2 53
Section 3-1 70
Section 3-2 84
Section 3-3 91
Section 3-4 99
Section 3-5 102
Section 3-7 106
Section 3-8 107
Section 3-9 118
Section 3-10 124
Section 3-11 127
Section 4-1 129
Section 4-2 145
Section 4-3 158
Section 4-4 171
Section 4-5 173
Section 4-6 175

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