John Deere 944K 4WD Loader Operator’s Manual OMT285908 – PDF DOWNLOAD

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John Deere 944K 4WD Loader Operator’s Manual OMT285908 – PDF DOWNLOAD

• Part Number (P/N): OMT285908_24
• Language: English
• Division: Construction
• Product Lines: Loaders
• Publication Type: Operator’s Manuals
• Associated Model: 944K
• Serial Number Range: 1DW944KX_ _E669456—690604

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

John Deere 944K 4WD Loader Operator’s Manual OMT285908 – PDF DOWNLOAD

944K 4WD Loader 1
Introduction 2
Manual Identification—READ THIS FIRST! 2
IMPORTANT 4
License Agreement for John Deere Software 5
Third Party Software Appendix 8
Emissions Control System Certification Label 9
EPA Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition 10
CARB Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition 12
Required Emission-Related Information 18
Emissions Performance and Tampering 18
Carbon Dioxide Emissions (CO₂) 19
FCC Notifications to User 20
Service ADVISOR™ Remote (SAR)—SOFTWARE TERMS AND CONDITIONS 21
Technical Information Feedback Form 25
Contents 27
Safety—Safety and Operator Conveniences 31
Safety and Operator Convenience Features 31
Safety—General Precautions 32
Recognize Safety Information 32
Follow Safety Instructions 32
Operate Only If Qualified 32
Wear Protective Equipment 33
Protect Against Noise 33
Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications 33
Inspect Machine 34
Stay Clear of Moving Parts 34
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids 34
Avoid High-Pressure Oils 35
Work In Ventilated Area 35
Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling 36
Prevent Fires, Clean Debris From Machine 37
In Case of Machine Fire 37
Prevent Battery Explosions 38
Handle Chemical Products Safely 38
Handle Starting Fluid Safely 38
Decommissioning — Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components 39
Exhaust Filter Ash Handling and Disposal 39
Prepare for Emergencies 40
Clean Debris from Machine 40
Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses 40
Safety—Operating Precautions 41
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly 41
Start Only From Operator’s Seat 41
Use and Maintain Seat Belt 41
Prevent Unintended Machine Movement 42
Avoid Work Site Hazards 43
Keep Riders Off Machine 44
Avoid Backover Accidents 44
Avoid Machine Tip Over and Machine Damage 45
Operating on Slopes 45
Operating or Traveling On Public Roads 46
Use Special Care When Operating Loader 46
Inspect and Maintain ROPS 46
Travel Safely 47
Prevent Acid Burns 47
Add and Operate Attachments Safely 47
High-Altitude Operation 48
Safety—Maintenance Precautions 49
Park and Prepare for Service Safely 49
Avoid Pressure Washing Electric Drive Components 49
Service Cooling System Safely 50
Service Accumulator Systems Safely 51
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating 51
Make Welding Repairs Safely 51
Drive Metal Pins Safely 52
Service Tires Safely 52
Use Proper Lifting Equipment 52
Clean Exhaust Filter Safely 53
Safety—Safety Signs and Other Instructions 54
Safety Signs and Other Instructions 54
Operation—Operator’s Station 61
Primary Display Unit (PDU) Functions 61
Sealed Switch Module (SSM) Functions 66
Levers—Steering Pilot Joystick 68
Two Lever Bucket and Boom Control With Quick Shift Switch 69
Pedals 69
Horn Button 69
Turn Signals 70
Joystick Steering Armrest Adjustment 71
Air Conditioner and Heater Operation 72
Counter Switch 73
Auxiliary Power Outlets—If Equipped 74
Radio—If Equipped 75
Opening and Securing Side Door 77
Opening Side Window/Alternative Exit 77
Opening Rear Side Window 78
Adjusting Operator’s Seat 78
Fire Extinguisher Mounting Location 80
Beacon Light—If Equipped 80
Operation—Operating the Machine 81
Before Starting Work 81
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting 81
Check Instruments Before Starting 82
Security System 83
Battery Disconnect Switch 83
Engine Lockout Switch 83
Engine Break-In Period 84
Starting the Engine 85
Engine Warm-Up 87
Engine Block Heater—If Equipped 88
Ether Start Aid—If Equipped 88
Automatic Idle and Automatic Shutdown 89
Park Brake Switch 90
Coast Control Operation 91
Two Lever Bucket and Boom Control 92
Ride Control—If Equipped 93
Rimpull Control Operation 94
Secondary Steering—If Equipped 95
Exhaust Filter 96
Service ADVISOR™ Remote (SAR) Software Delivery Process 98
Rear Camera and Rear Object Detection (ROD) System—If Equipped 99
Counter Switch Operation 101
Boom Height Kickout (BHKO) Adjustment 101
Return-to-Carry (RTC) Adjustment 102
Return-to-Dig (RTD) Adjustment 102
Reset Boom and Bucket Position Values 103
Using the Loader Bucket 104
Backdragging 105
Operating in Water and Mud 105
Parking the Machine 106
Towing Procedure 108
Using the Hitch Pin 109
Operation—Monitor Operation 110
Primary Display Unit (PDU) 110
Main Menu 111
Operation—Stop Watch 111
Operation—Job Timer 111
Operation—Reverse Fan (If Equipped) 111
Operation—Exhaust Filter 112
Operation—Exhaust Filter Auto Cleaning 112
Operation—Exhaust Filter Parked Cleaning 113
Operation—Auto Lube (If Equipped) 113
Diagnostics—Codes 114
Diagnostics—Controller ID 114
Diagnostics—Machine ID 115
Diagnostics—JDLink System Info 115
Diagnostics—Software Delivery 116
Diagnostics—Battery Monitor 116
Diagnostics—Engine Sensors 116
Diagnostics—Electric Drive 117
Diagnostics—Inverter Coolant Pump 119
Diagnostics—Final Drive Sensors 119
Diagnostics—FNR Selector 120
Diagnostics—Hydraulic Sensors 120
Diagnostics—Joystick Steering 121
Diagnostics—Machine Sensors 121
Diagnostics—Cab Switches 122
Diagnostics—Switch Module 122
Diagnostics—Tire Pressure (If Equipped) 123
Diagnostics—Rear Object Detection (If Equipped) 124
Diagnostics—Auto Lube (If Equipped) 124
Diagnostics—Park Brake Test 125
Setup—Monitor 125
Setup—Anti-Theft/Security 126
Setup—Machine Preferences 127
Setup—Operator Configuration 128
Maintenance—Machine 129
Required Emission-Related Information 129
Diesel Fuel 129
Diesel Fuel Specifications 129
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel 130
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel 130
Biodiesel Fuel 131
Testing Diesel Fuel 132
Supplemental Diesel Fuel Additives 132
Fuel Filters 132
Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines 133
John Deere Break-In Plus™ Engine Oil — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, and Stage V 134
Diesel Engine Oil — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, and Stage V 134
Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, and Stage V Engines 135
Oil Filters 135
Diesel Engine Coolant (engine with wet sleeve cylinder liners) 136
Water Quality for Mixing with Coolant Concentrate 137
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates 137
Testing Coolant Freeze Point 138
Disposing of Coolant 138
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants 139
Axle and Gear Case Oil 139
Hydraulic Oil 140
Grease—If Equipped with Auto Lube System 141
Grease 141
Lubricant Storage 142
Mixing of Lubricants 142
Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance 143
Service Machine at Specified Intervals 143
Check Hour Meter Regularly 143
Prepare Machine for Maintenance 144
Frame Locking Bar 145
Supporting the Boom 145
Engine Service Doors and Side Shields 146
Cooling System Doors 147
Fuel Tank 149
Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit 150
Service Intervals 151
Required Parts 153
Maintenance—As Required 154
Inspect Tires and Check Pressure 154
Tire Pressures 155
Check Wheel Bolt/Nut Torque 156
Service Exhaust Filter 156
Replace Fuel Tank Breather Filter 157
Replace Fast Fill Fuel Breather Filter—If Equipped 157
Inspect Accessory Drive Belt 158
Clean Cooler Cores 159
Check Rear Camera and Rear Object Detection (ROD) System—If Equipped 160
Drain Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator 161
Inspect Engine Air Cleaner Elements 162
Clean Gear Case In-Line Screen 163
Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level 163
Check Cab Fresh Air Filter 164
Check Cab Recirculating Air Filter 164
Clean and Tighten Battery Terminals 165
Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily 166
Check Coolant Level at Engine Surge Tank 166
Check Coolant Level at Inverter Surge Tank 167
Check Engine Oil Level 168
Check Hydraulic System Oil Level 168
Inspect Outer Pin Seals 169
Maintenance—Every 100 Hours 170
Lubricate Loader Linkage and Cylinder Pivots 170
Check Gear Case Oil Level 171
Maintenance—Initial Service—250 Hours 172
Drain and Refill Axle Oil 172
Clean Axle Suction Screens 173
Replace Axle Oil Filters 174
Drain and Refill Gear Case Oil 175
Replace Gear Case Oil Filter 176
Clean Gear Case In-Line Screen 177
Maintenance—Every 250 Hours 178
Take Engine Oil Sample 178
Maintenance—Every 500 Hours 179
Check Ride Control Accumulator 179
Check Auto-Lube Pump Crankcase Oil Level—If Equipped 179
Check Axle Oil Level 180
Lubricate Drive Shaft 181
Check Air Intake Hoses and Charge Air Cooler Tube Couplings 182
Check Battery Electrolyte Level; Clean and Tighten Terminals 183
Drain and Refill Engine Oil and Replace Filter 185
Replace In-Line Fuel Strainer 186
Replace Primary Fuel Filter 186
Replace Final Fuel Filter 187
Replace Hydraulic Reservoir Breather Filter 187
Take Fluid Samples 187
Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours 188
Check Engine and Inverter Coolant Condition 188
Clean Hydraulic Fan Drive Case Drain In-Line Screen 189
Lubricate Frame Hinge Pivots 190
Replace Engine Air Cleaner Elements 191
Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours 192
Drain and Refill Axle Oil 192
Clean Axle Suction Screens 193
Replace Axle Oil Filters 194
Drain and Refill Gear Case Oil 195
Replace Gear Case Oil Filter 196
Drain and Refill Auto-Lube Pump Crankcase Oil—If Equipped 196
Check and Adjust Engine Valve Lash 197
Check and Adjust Electronic Injector Preload 197
Maintenance—Every 4000 Hours 198
Replace Hydraulic System Return Filters 198
Drain, Flush, and Refill Hydraulic System Oil 199
Clean Hydraulic System Fill Strainer 200
Clean Hydraulic Pump Case Drain In-Line Screen 201
Maintenance—Every 5000 Hours 203
Check Driveline Damper 203
Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours 204
Drain and Refill Engine Cooling System 204
Drain and Refill Inverter Cooling System 207
Miscellaneous—Machine 209
Refill Auto-Lube System—If Equipped 209
Verified Anchor Point Information 210
Tire Removal With Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) System—If Equipped 210
Check Air Inlet Cover 210
Bleed Fuel System 211
Do Not Service or Adjust Injection Nozzles or High-Pressure Fuel Pump 211
Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps, or Motors 211
Precautions for Alternator and Regulator 211
Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully 212
Using Battery Charger 213
Using Booster Batteries—24-Volt System 214
Remove and Install Batteries 214
Replacement Batteries 216
Welding on Machine 216
Keep Electronic Control Unit Connectors Clean 216
JDLink Machine Monitoring System (MMS)—If Equipped 216
Replacing Fuses 217
Remove and Install Halogen Bulbs 218
Fluid Sampling Test Ports 219
Quick Service Connectors—If Equipped 221
Air Conditioning System Service 221
Service Brake Inspection 221
Bleeding Brakes 222
Replacing Bucket Teeth—TK Series 222
Hardware Torque Specifications 222
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values 223
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values 224
Miscellaneous—Operational Checkout 225
Operational Checkout Procedure 225
Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting 243
Troubleshooting Procedure 243
Engine 244
Gear Case and Axle 247
Service Brake 249
Driveline 250
Park Brake 250
Hydraulic System 251
Steering 253
Air Conditioning System 254
Heater System 255
Software Update 256
Miscellaneous—Storage 257
Prepare Machine for Storage 257
Monthly Storage Procedure 258
Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers 259
Record Product Identification Number (PIN) 259
Record Engine Serial Number 259
Record Gear Case Serial Number 260
Record Gear Case Cooling Pump Serial Number 260
Record Bucket Pump Serial Number 261
Record Boom Pump Serial Number 261
Record Steering Pump Serial Number 262
Record Fan Pump Serial Number 262
Record Pilot Pump Serial Number 263
Record Brake Resistor Serial Numbers 263
Record Electric Drive Generator Serial Numbers 264
Record Axle Serial Numbers 264
Keep Proof of Ownership 264
Keep Machines Secure 265
Miscellaneous—Specifications 266
Engine Specifications 266
Standard Boom Specifications 267
Long Boom Specifications 269
Travel Speeds 270
Drain and Refill Capacities 271
Machine Design Life 271
Page Number 31
Section 1-1 31
Section 1-2 32
Section 1-3 41
Section 1-4 49
Section 1-5 54
Section 2-1 61
Section 2-2 81
Section 2-3 110
Section 3-1 129
Section 3-2 143
Section 3-3 154
Section 3-4 166
Section 3-5 170
Section 3-6 172
Section 3-7 178
Section 3-8 179
Section 3-9 188
Section 3-10 192
Section 3-11 198
Section 3-12 203
Section 3-13 204
Section 4-1 209
Section 4-2 225
Section 4-3 243
Section 4-4 257
Section 4-5 259
Section 4-6 266

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