John Deere 437C LOG LOADER Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

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John Deere 437C LOG LOADER Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

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John Deere 437C LOG LOADER Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

P/N: F390699_UN
Language: English
Division: Forestry
Product Lines: Knuckleboom Loader
Publication Type: Operator’s Manuals
Associated Models: 437C
Series: C SERIES
Serial: 013059-165691

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John Deere 437C LOG LOADER Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

Contents 5
Safety — Safety and Operator Conveniences 9
437C Log Loader Safety and Operator Convenience Features 9
Safety — General Precautions 10
Recognize Safety Information 10
Follow Safety Instructions 10
Operate Only If Qualified 10
Wear Protective Equipment 11
Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications 11
Inspect Machine 12
Stay Clear of Moving Parts 12
Avoid High-Pressure Oils 13
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids 13
Beware of Exhaust Fumes 14
Prevent Fires 14
Prevent Battery Explosions 14
Handle Chemical Products Safely 15
Dispose of Waste Properly 15
Prepare for Emergencies 15
Safety — Operating Precautions 16
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly 16
Start Only From Operator’s Seat 16
Use and Maintain Seat Belt 16
Prevent Unintended Machine Movement 17
Avoid Work Site Hazards 17
Use Special Care When Operating Loader 18
Keep Riders Off Machine 18
Avoid Machine Tip Over 19
Use Care When Swinging Machine 19
Add and Operate Attachments Safely 20
Safety — Maintenance Precautions 21
Park And Prepare For Service Safely 21
Service Cooling System Safely 21
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating 22
Make Welding Repairs Safely 22
Drive Metal Pins Safely 23
Safety — Safety Signs 24
437C Log Loader Safety Signs 24
Operation — Operator’s Station 28
437C Operator’s Compartment Component Locator 28
Battery Disconnect Switch 29
Gauges 29
Ignition Switch 30
Throttle Switch 31
Horn Button 31
Switches 32
Indicator Lights 33
Swing Control Pedal 34
Joysticks 34
Dome Light 36
Cab Air Circulation Fan 36
Adjusting Manual Suspension Seat 37
Pilot Shutoff Whisker Switch 38
Pilot Shutoff Armrest Switch 38
AC/Heater Controls — Option 39
Lighter and Powerpoint Socket 39
AM/FM Radio 40
CB Radio 40
Fuses and Circuit Breakers 42
Secondary Exit 43
Operation — Operating the Machine 44
437C Log Loader Component Locator 44
Optional Attachments 45
Pre-Start Checks 46
Throttle Switch 46
Normal Engine Starting 47
Using a Battery Charger 47
Cold Weather Warm-Up 48
Idling 48
Stopping the Engine 49
Loader Operation — General 49
Stabilizers Raise/Lower 50
Turntable Rotation 50
Main Boom Raise/Lower 51
Stick Boom Raise/Lower 51
Grapple Open/Close 52
Grapple Rotate 52
Transporting the Log Loader 53
Maintenance — Machine 55
Fluids and Lubricants Specifications Table 55
Break-in Engine Oil 56
Diesel Engine Oil 57
Swing Gearbox Oil 58
Hydraulic System Oil 59
Diesel Fuel 60
Biodiesel Fuel 61
Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Conditioner 62
Diesel Fuel Storage 63
Grease 63
Diesel Engine Coolant 64
Supplemental Coolant Additives 65
Lubricant Storage 66
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants 66
Mixing of Lubricants 66
Checking Skylight Regularly 67
Use Proper Trailer Tires 68
Maintenance — Periodic Maintenance 69
Service Your Machine at Specified Intervals 69
Check the Hour Meter Regularly 69
Use Correct Fuels and Lubricants 69
Prepare Machine for Maintenance 70
Engine Break in Period 71
Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System 72
Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit 73
Periodic Maintenance Table 74
Maintenance — As Required 77
Check Air Filter Restriction Indicator 77
Check Fire Extinguisher 77
Drain Water and Sediment from Fuel Tank 77
Check and Drain Fuel/Water Separator 77
Maintenance — Every 10 Hours or Daily 78
Check Engine Oil Level 78
Check Engine Air Filters and Ducting 78
Check Engine Coolant Level 79
Check Fuel/Water Separator 80
Check Hydraulic Oil Level 80
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level 80
Check Hydraulic Filter Restriction Indicator 81
Check Swing Gearbox Oil Level 81
Inspect Grapple and Lubricate Grapple Pins 82
Lubricate Swing Bearing and Pinion 83
Lubricate Boom and Cylinder Pins 83
Lubricate Stabilizer and Cylinder Pins 84
Check Engine Gauges 84
Clean External Surfaces and Engine Compartment 85
Check and Clean Radiator and Oil Cooler Fins 85
Fill Fuel Tank 86
Check and Clean Shroud 86
Maintenance — Every 50 Hours or Weekly 87
Check Fire Extinguisher 87
Check Engine Mounting Bolts Torque 87
Check Pump Mounting Bolts Torque 88
Check Boom and Cylinder Pin Retainers Torque 89
Check Stabilizer and Cylinder Pin Retainers 90
Lubricate Grapple Rotator 91
Check Loader Mounting Bolts Torque 92
Check Heel Mounting Bolts Torque 93
Maintenance — Initial Service – 100 Hours 94
Change Engine Break-in Oil and Replace Filter 94
Change Swing Gearbox Oil 96
Maintenance — Every 100 Hours 98
Check Seat Belt and Belt Support 98
Check Battery Electrolyte Level 98
Check Swing Gearbox Mounting Cap Screw Torque 99
Maintenance — Every 250 Hours 100
Change Engine Oil and Filter 100
Change Engine Fuel Filter 101
Drain Water and Sediment from Fuel Tank 101
Change Hydraulic Oil Return Filters 102
Clean Muffler 103
Maintenance — Every 500 Hours 104
Change Engine Air Filters 104
Change Fuel/Water Separator Element 104
Visually Check Turntable Bearing Mounting Cap Screws 105
Check Engine Fan Belt Tension 106
Maintenance — Every 1000 Hours 107
Change Swing Gearbox Oil 107
Maintenance — Every 2000 Hours 108
Change Engine Coolant and Flush Cooling System 108
Change Hydraulic Oil 110
Check Engine Fan Belt and Tensioner 112
Maintenance — Every 4500 Hours 113
Replacing Engine Crankshaft Dampener 113
Miscellaneous — Machine 114
Change Hydraulic Pilot Pressure Filter 114
Installation of Log Loader on Trailer 115
Cooling System Pressure Test 116
Fuel System Bleeding 117
Inspecting and Cleaning Windows 118
Radio Default Volume Setting 119
Using Battery Charger 119
Miscellaneous — Operational Checkout 120
Operational Checkout 120
Inspection 120
Gauges and Indicators 127
Controls 129
Attachments 135
Accessories 140
Miscellaneous — Troubleshooting 147
General Troubleshooting 147
Diagnose Engine 148
Diagnose Electrical System 151
Diagnose Hydraulic System 153
Miscellaneous — Storage 154
Prepare Machine for Storage 154
Monthly Storage Procedure 155
Miscellaneous — Serial Numbers 158
Model and Serial Number Record 158
Keep Proof of Ownership 159
Keep Machines Secure 160
Miscellaneous — Specifications 161
437C Log Loader Machine Dimensions 161
437C Specifications 164
Conversion Table for Pressures 170

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