John Deere 853G/850 & 953G/950 FELLER BUNCHER Operator’s Manual PDF

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John Deere 853G/850 & 953G/950 FELLER BUNCHER Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

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John Deere 853G/850 & 953G/950 FELLER BUNCHER Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

• P/N: OMF387068_70
• Language: English
• Division: Forestry
• Product Lines: Felling Heads
• Publication Type: Operator’s Manuals
• Associated Models: 853G, 850, 953G, 950
• Series: G SERIES
• Serial: WC0853GX003084—, WC0850X008019—, WC0953GX004005—, WC0950X009004—
• Additional Information: 853G/850/953G/950 TFB

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John Deere 853G/850 & 953G/950 FELLER BUNCHER Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

Contents 5
Safety — Safety Features 9
Tracked Feller-Buncher Safety 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 11
Stay Clear Of Moving Parts 11
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids 12
Beware Of Exhaust Fumes 12
Prevent Fires 13
What To Do If the Machine Catches Fire 13
Prevent Battery Explosions 14
Handle Chemical Products Safely 14
Dispose of Waste Properly 14
Prepare for Emergencies 15
Clean Trash from Machine 15
Control Pattern 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 16
Operate Machine Safely 17
Avoid Tipping 17
Keep Riders Off Machine 18
Use Care When Swinging Machine 18
Operate Booms with Care 18
Add And Operate Attachments Safely 19
Travel Safely 19
Avoid Power Lines 19
Driving/Transporting on Public Roads 20
Inspect and Maintain ROPS 21
Safety—Maintenance Precautions 22
Park And Prepare For Service Safely 22
Service Machines Safely 22
Service Cooling System Safely 22
Service Accumulator Systems Safely 23
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating 23
Make Welding Repairs Safely 23
Prevent Acid Burns 24
Safety — Safety Signs 25
Feller- Buncher Cab Safety Signs 25
Feller-Buncher Cab Safety Signs 26
Feller- Buncher Engine/Enclosure Safety Signs 27
Operator’s Station 28
Operator Controls and Instruments 28
TMCTMC is a trademark of Timberjack™ 2000 30
Reversing Fan 37
Emergency Stop Button 38
Front Cab Lights 38
Front Enclosure And Cab Side Light 39
Lower Front Cab Lights 39
Switch Light Dimmer Control 40
Dome Light 40
Ignition Key Switch 41
Engine Throttle Speed Dial 41
Boom Swing Brake Control Switch 42
Travel Speed Control Switch 43
Air Conditioner/Heater Controls 43
Fuse Panels 44
Saw Drive Switch 45
Pilot Hydraulic Circuit Reset Switch 45
Horn 46
Travel Alarm 46
Circuit Breakers 47
Defroster Fan 47
Operator’s Seat 48
Foot Pedal and Joystick Controls 52
AM/FM Stereo Cassette 52
Cab Air Filter 52
Rear Window Secondary Exit 53
Cab Door Release Handle 54
Fire Extinguisher 55
Fire Suppression System Time Delay 55
Cab Door Stop 55
Left Hand Side Access Door Lock 56
Engine Enclosure Door Hand Pump 56
Engine Enclosure Door Switch 57
Operating the Machine 58
Pre-Start Checks 58
Before Starting the Engine 58
Normal Starting Procedure — Above 0°C (32 °F) 59
Cold Weather Starting — Below 0°C (32 °F) 60
Hydraulic Warm-up Procedure 61
Stopping Procedure 63
Operating the Track Drive 65
Extend Undercarriage Life 67
Using Booster Batteries 68
Operating The Implements — General 69
Joystick Control Lever — Left Hand 70
Joystick Control Lever — Right Hand 71
Control Panel 72
Lowering Boom with Engine Stopped 73
Preparation of Machine Before Leaving For Cutting Area 76
Felling Technique 77
Felling Head 78
Maintenance — Machine 79
Modifications or Repairs to Roll-over Protective Structures (ROPS) 79
Replacement of Electrical Components 79
Checking Windshield Regularly 79
Fuels and Lubricants Specifications Table 80
Diesel Engine Oil 81
Track Drive and Swing Drive Oils 82
Recommended Hydraulic System Summer Oils 82
Recommended Hydraulic System Winter Oils 83
Diesel Fuel 83
Diesel Engine Coolant 84
Grease 85
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel 85
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel 85
Supplemental Coolant Additives 86
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates 86
Additional Information about Diesel Engine Coolants and Supplemental Coolant Additives 87
Testing Diesel Engine Coolant 88
Oil Filters 88
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants 88
Lubricant Storage 88
Mixing of Lubricants 88
Maintenance — Periodic Maintenance 89
Service Your Machine at Specified Intervals 89
Check the TMC Display Regularly 89
Use Correct Fuels and Lubricants 89
Engine Break in Period 89
Prepare Machine for Maintenance 90
Machine Service Position – Felling Head 90
Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System 91
OILSCAN Plus, OILSCAN Plus is a registered trademark of Deere & Company ® CoolScan Plus CoolScan Plus is a registered trademark of Deere & Company ® and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit 92
Auto-Lubrication System (Optional) 92
Periodic Maintenance Table 94
Bolt Torque Chart 97
Conversion Table for Pressures 97
Tracked Feller Buncher (853G/850 with FS22 Felling Head Shown) 98
Maintenance — Every 8 Hours or Daily 100
General 100
Service Lights 100
Engine Enclosure Working Light 100
Service Enclosures 101
Check Engine Oil Level 105
Check Air Filter Restriction Indicator and Pre-cleaner 106
Check Engine Coolant Level 106
Check Final Fuel Filter 107
Check and Clean Radiator, Coolers and Condenser Fins 107
Check Hydraulic Fluid Level 108
Check Hydraulic Filters 108
Check Auto-Lubrication Reservoir (Optional Equipment) 108
Check Swing Drive Gearbox Oil Level 109
Lubricate Attachment 109
Lubricate Boom Joints and Cylinder Ends 110
Lubricate Swing Pinion and Bearing 110
Lubricate Engine Access Door Hinges 111
Inspect for Hydraulic Oil Leaks 111
Perform Overall Visual Inspection 112
Maintenance — After First 100 Hours 113
Change Engine Oil And Filter 113
Change Oil in the Track Drive Planetaries 114
Change Oil in the Swing Drive Gearbox 114
Maintenance — Every 125 Hours 116
Perform 8 Hour Interval Maintenance Procedures 116
Check Battery Electrolyte Level 116
Refer to Fire Suppression System Manufacturer’s Manual (If Installed) 116
Check Engine RPM 116
Check Hydraulic Pump Mounting Bolts 117
Check Swing Drive Mounting Bolts 117
Check Oil Level In Idler Assembly 118
Check Oil Level in the Track Drive Planetaries 118
Lubricate Driveshaft and Motor Coupling 118
Check Swing Bearing Bolt Torque 119
Check Cab Mounting Bolt Torque 119
Check Swing Gearbox Bolt Torque 120
Check Engine Mounting Bolt Torque 121
Check Rotary Manifold Bolt Torque 122
Check Cooler Upper Isolator Mount Bolt Torque 123
Check Lower Roller Mounting Bolt Torque 123
Check Front Idler Bolt Torque 124
Check Planetary And Sprocket Mounting Bolt Torque 124
Lubricate Swing Gearbox Bearing 124
Lubricate Latches and Knobs on Secondary Exit 125
Check Skylight Latch Tension 126
Perform Overall Visual Inspection 126
Check Initial Track Shoe Bolt Torque 127
Check Traction Drive Planetary and Motor Bolts 127
Maintenance — Every 250 Hours 128
Perform 125 Hour Interval Maintenance Procedures 128
Change Engine Oil And Filter 128
Clean Primary Fuel Filter Screen 129
Change Air Filter Elements 130
Check A/C Compressor Belt Tension 131
Maintenance — Every 500 Hours 132
Perform 250 Hour Interval Maintenance Procedures 132
Change Final Fuel Filter 132
Check Cooling System 133
Maintenance — Every 1000 Hours 134
Perform 500 Hour Interval Maintenance Procedures 134
Replace Hydraulic Oil Filters 134
Change Oil in the Track Drive Planetaries 137
Change Oil in the Swing Drive Gearbox 137
Check Saw Speed 137
Maintenance — Every 2000 Hours 138
Perform 1000 Hour Interval Maintenance Procedures 138
Check Specific Gravity of Battery Electrolyte 138
Change Engine Coolant 138
Change Hydraulic Reservoir Breather 138
Maintenance — As Required 139
Drain Hydraulic Fluid 139
Clean Track Drive Planetaries 139
Drain Final Fuel Filter 140
Clean Cab Air Filter 141
Miscellaneous — Operational Checkout 142
Operational Checkout 142
TMCTMC is a trademark of Timberjack™ Display and Indicators 142
Driving Controls 143
Hydraulic Functions 144
Undercarriage Checks 152
Cooling System Checks 153
Accessories 155
Miscellaneous — Troubleshooting 159
General 159
Diagnose No Electrical Power 159
Diagnose Engine Start 160
Diagnose Travel Brakes 161
Diagnose Oil Cooler 161
Diagnose Swing Function 162
Diagnose Hoist Boom Function 163
Diagnose Stick Boom Function 163
Diagnose Tilt Function 164
Diagnose Engine Enclosure Door 164
Diagnose Auto-Lubrication System (Optional) 165
Diagnose Air Conditioning 166
Miscellaneous — Storage 167
Prepare Machine for Storage 167
Miscellaneous — Serial Numbers 168
Keep Machines Secure 168
Keep Proof of Ownership 168
Model and Serial Number Record 169
Miscellaneous — Specifications 171
853G/850 Tracked Feller-Buncher with FS22 Felling Head Dimensions 171
953G/950 Feller-Buncher with FS24 Felling Head Dimensions 172
Technical Information 173
Page Number 5
Section 1-1 9
Section 1-2 10
Section 1-3 16
Section 1-4 22
Section 1-5 25
Section 2-1 28
Section 2-2 58
Section 3-1 79
Section 3-2 89
Section 3-3 100
Section 3-4 113
Section 3-5 116
Section 3-6 128
Section 3-7 132
Section 3-8 134
Section 3-9 138
Section 3-10 139
Section 4-1 142
Section 4-2 159
Section 4-3 167
Section 4-4 168
Section 4-5 171

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