John Deere 6105E, 6120E, 6135E Tier IV Tractor Manual TM608619 - PDF DOWNLOAD

6105E, 6120E & 6135E TractorsFinal Tier IV (October 2015-) Repair

REPAIR MANUAL 6105E, 6120E, 6135E (S.N. 000001-) TM608619 14SEP15 (ENGLISH)

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TM608619-REPAIR MANUAL

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Table of contents FOREWORD Section 10 - GENERAL INFORMATION Group 05 - Safety Group 10 - General Information Group 15 - Fuel and Lubricants Group 20 - Serial Number Locations Section 20 - ENGINE REPAIR Group 05 - Engine Group 10 - Cooling System Section 30 - FUEL, AIR INTAKE, AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS Group 05 - Fuel System Group 10 - Air Intake System Group 15 - Exhaust System Section 40 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Group 05 - Charging Circuit Group 10 - Starting Circuit Group 15 - Electrical System Components Group 20 - Wiring Harnesses Section 50 - DRIVE SYSTEMS AND TRANSMISSION Group 00 - Towing Group 05 - Component Removal Group 10 - PTO Group 15 - Clutch Section 60 - STEERING AND BRAKES Group 05 - Steering Repair Group 10 - Front Axle—2WD Group 15 - Front Axle—MFWD Group 20 - Brake Repair Section 70 - HYDRAULICS Group 05 - Hydraulic Pump Group 10 - Hydraulic Oil Cooler Group 15 - Hitch Valve Group 20 - Hydraulic Rear Selective Control Valve Group 25 - Hydraulic Mid-Mount Selective Control Valve Section 80 - MISCELLANEOUS Group 05 - Hood and Fenders Group 10 - Hitch and Drawbar Group 15 - Front Support Section 90 - OPEN OPERATOR STATION REPAIR Group 05 - Seat and Support Group 10 - ROPS Group 15 - Operator Platform Group 20 - Cowl Repair Section 95 - CAB—OPERATOR STATION REPAIR Group 05 - Removal and Installation of Components Group 10 - Air Conditioning System Group 15 - Heating System Group 20 - Seat Section 99 - SPECIAL TOOLS Group 05 - Dealer Fabricated Tools Group 10 - Service Tools

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GENERAL INFORMATION

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Foreword This manual is written for an experienced technician. Essential tools required in performing certain service work are identified in this manual and are recommended for use.

Live with safety: Read the safety messages in the introduction of this manual and the cautions presented throughout the text of the manual.

CAUTION: This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on the machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury.

Technical manuals are divided in two parts: repair and operation and tests. Repair sections tell how to repair the components.

Operation and tests sections help you identify the majority of routine failures quickly.

Information is organized in groups for the various components requiring service instruction. At the beginning of each group are summary listings of all applicable essential tools, service equipment and tools, other materials needed to do the job, service parts kits, specifications, wear tolerances, and torque values.

Technical Manuals are concise guides for specific machines. They are on-the-job guides containing only the vital information needed for diagnosis, analysis, testing, and repair.

Fundamental service information is available from other sources covering basic theory of operation, fundamentals of troubleshooting, general maintenance, and basic type of failures and their causes.

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Section 10 - GENERAL INFORMATION Table of contents Group 05 - Safety ..................................................................................................................................... 1 Recognize Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 1 Understand Signal Words ..................................................................................................................... 1 Replace Safety Signs ............................................................................................................................ 1 Follow Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................... 2 Work In Ventilated Area ........................................................................................................................ 2 Practice Safe Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 4 Avoid Backover Accidents .................................................................................................................... 4 Prevent Machine Runaway ................................................................................................................... 5 Avoid Contact with Agricultural Chemicals ........................................................................................... 6 Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Pesticides ................................................................................................. 7 Use a Safety Chain ............................................................................................................................... 7 Work in Clean Area ............................................................................................................................... 7 Dispose of Waste Properly .................................................................................................................... 8 Avoid Harmful Asbestos Dust ............................................................................................................... 8 Avoid Hot Exhaust ................................................................................................................................ 9 Clean Exhaust Filter Safely ................................................................................................................. 10 Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires ......................................................................................................... 11 Prepare for Emergencies .................................................................................................................... 12 Handle Fluids Safely—Avoid Fires ....................................................................................................... 12 Avoid High-Pressure Fluids ................................................................................................................. 13 Install All Guards ................................................................................................................................ 14 Use Proper Lifting Equipment ............................................................................................................. 14 Illuminate Work Area Safely ............................................................................................................... 14 Live With Safety ................................................................................................................................. 15 Service Machines Safely ..................................................................................................................... 15 Support Machine Properly .................................................................................................................. 16 Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating ........................................................................................... 16 Park Machine Safely ........................................................................................................................... 17 Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines ........................................................................................................ 18 Use Proper Tools ................................................................................................................................. 19 Service Tires Safely ............................................................................................................................ 20 Keep ROPS Installed Properly ............................................................................................................. 20 Construct Dealer-Made Tools Safely ................................................................................................... 21 Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines ........................................................................................ 22 Wear Protective Clothing .................................................................................................................... 23 Handling Batteries Safely ................................................................................................................... 24 Service Accumulator Systems Safely .................................................................................................. 25 Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely ................................................................................................. 26 Service Cooling System Safely ........................................................................................................... 27 Use Steps and Handholds Correctly ................................................................................................... 27 Deliver Safely ..................................................................................................................................... 28 Transport Tractor Safely ..................................................................................................................... 29 Servicing Electronic Control Units ....................................................................................................... 29 Welding Near Electronic Control Units ................................................................................................ 31 Keep Electronic Control Unit Connectors Clean .................................................................................. 32 Service Front-Wheel Drive Tractor Safely ........................................................................................... 32 Do Not Open High-Pressure Fuel System ............................................................................................ 33 Group 10 - General Information ........................................................................................................... 34 Sealants and Adhesives Cross-Reference Chart ................................................................................. 34

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Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values ................................................................................................. 36 Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values ........................................................................................ 37 Face Seal Fittings Assembly and Installation—All Pressure Applications ............................................ 38 Metric Face Seal And O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—Standard Pressures ............................. 40 Metric Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—High Pressure Applications ................. 41 SAE Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—Standard Pressures ................................. 42 SAE Face Seal and O-Ring Stud End Fitting Torque Chart—High Pressure Applications ..................... 43 Four Bolt Flange Fittings Assembly and Installation—All Pressure Applications ................................. 43 SAE Four Bolt Flange Cap Screw Torque Values—Standard Pressure Applications ............................. 45 SAE Four Bolt Flange Cap Screw Torque Values—High Pressure Applications .................................... 46 External Hexagon Port Plug Torque Chart .......................................................................................... 47 Prevent Hydraulic System Contamination .......................................................................................... 47 Check Oil Lines and Fittings ............................................................................................................... 47 Basic Electrical Component Handling / Precautions For Vehicles Equipped With Computer Controlled Systems ....................................................................................................................................... 48 Identify Zinc-Flake Coated Fasteners ................................................................................................. 49 Use Torque Wrench Adapter ............................................................................................................... 50 Glossary of Terms ............................................................................................................................... 51 Group 15 - Fuel and Lubricants ........................................................................................................... 54 Filling Fuel Tank .................................................................................................................................. 54 Filling Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank ............................................................................................... 55 Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants .................................................................................................. 56 Diesel Engine Coolant (engine with wet sleeve cylinder liners) .......................................................... 57 Operating in Warm Temperature Climates ......................................................................................... 58 John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender ................................................................................... 58 Water Quality for Mixing with Coolant Concentrate ............................................................................ 60 Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) — Use in Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Equipped Engines ............. 60 Disposal of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ............................................................................................... 61 Refilling Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank ........................................................................................... 62 Storing Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ..................................................................................................... 64 Testing Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ..................................................................................................... 65 Testing Coolant Freeze Point .............................................................................................................. 66 Extended Diesel Engine Oil Service Intervals ..................................................................................... 67 Diesel Engine Oil — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, and Stage IV ........................................... 68 Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, and Stage IV Engines ..................................................................................................................................................... 69 John Deere Break-In Plus™ Engine Oil — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, and Stage IV ........... 70 Oil Filters ............................................................................................................................................ 70 Fuel Filters .......................................................................................................................................... 70 Diesel Fuel .......................................................................................................................................... 71 Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel ........................................................................................................ 71 Lubricity of Diesel Fuel ....................................................................................................................... 72 Testing Diesel Fuel ............................................................................................................................. 72 BioDiesel Fuel ..................................................................................................................................... 73 Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines ................................................................... 75 Supplemental Diesel Fuel Additives ................................................................................................... 76 Grease ................................................................................................................................................ 76 Mixing of Lubricants ........................................................................................................................... 77 Lubricant Storage ............................................................................................................................... 77 Transmission, Steering, Brake, Hydraulic, and Gear Case Oil ............................................................. 79 Oilscan™ and CoolScan™ ................................................................................................................... 79 Group 20 - Serial Number Locations ................................................................................................... 81 Serial Numbers ................................................................................................................................... 81

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Product Identification Number ............................................................................................................ 81 MFWD Axle Serial Number (If Equipped) ............................................................................................ 81 Engine Serial Number ......................................................................................................................... 81 Fuel Injection Pump Serial Number ..................................................................................................... 82 Transaxle Serial Number .................................................................................................................... 82 Cab Serial Number ............................................................................................................................. 84 Selective Control Valve (SCV) Serial Number ..................................................................................... 84

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Section 10 - GENERAL INFORMATION

Group 05: Safety

Group 05 - Safety Recognize Safety Information

Safety-alert symbol This is a safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury.

Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices.

Understand Signal Words

Signal Words A signal word—DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION—is used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.

DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located near specific hazards. General precautions are listed on CAUTION safety signs.

CAUTION also calls attention to safety messages in this manual.

Replace Safety Signs

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Safety Signs Replace missing or damaged safety signs. See the machine operator’s manual for correct safety sign placement.

Follow Safety Instructions

Follow Safety Instructions Carefully read all safety messages in this instruction. Read the product operators manual for operating instructions and safety messages. Do not let anyone operate without instruction. (A copy of the operators manual may also be available from the Service ADVISOR ™ application.)

Work In Ventilated Area

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Engine exhaust fumes Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, remove the exhaust fumes from the area with an exhaust pipe extension.

If you do not have an exhaust pipe extension, open the doors and get outside air into the area.

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Practice Safe Maintenance

Keep Area Clean Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean and dry.

Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep hands, feet , and clothing from power-driven parts.

Disengage all power and operate controls to relieve pressure. Lower equipment to the ground. Stop the engine. Remove the key. Allow machine to cool.

Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work.

Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.

On self-propelled equipment, disconnect battery ground cable (-) before making adjustments on electrical systems or welding on machine.

On towed implements, disconnect wiring harnesses from tractor before servicing electrical system components or welding on machine.

Avoid Backover Accidents

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Avoid Backover Accidents Before moving machine, be sure that all persons are clear of machine path. Turn around and look directly for best visibility. Use a signal person when backing if view is obstructed or when in close quarters.

Do not rely on a camera to determine if personnel or obstacles are behind the machine. The system can be limited by many factors including maintenance practices, environmental conditions, and operating range.

Prevent Machine Runaway

Machinery Runaway Avoid possible injury or death from machinery runaway.

Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals. Machine will start in gear if normal circuitry is bypassed.

NEVER start engine while standing on ground. Start engine only from operator’s seat, with transmission in neutral or park.

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Avoid Contact with Agricultural Chemicals

Harmful Pesticides

Pesticide Use

CAUTION: This enclosed cab does not protect against inhaling vapor, aerosol or dust.

[1] - When operating in an environment where pesticides are present, wear a long-sleeved shirt, long-legged pants, shoes, and socks.

[2] - If pesticide use instructions require respiratory protection, wear an appropriate respirator inside the cab.

[3] - Wear personal protective equipment as required by the pesticide use instructions when leaving the enclosed cab: into a treated area to work with contaminated application equipment such as nozzles which must be cleaned, changed or redirected to become involved with mixing and loading activities [4] - Before re-entering the cab, remove protective equipment and store either outside the cab in a closed box or some other type of sealable container or inside the cab in a pesticide resistant container, such as a plastic bag.

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[5] - Clean your shoes or boots to remove soil or other contaminated particles prior to entering the cab.

Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Pesticides CAUTION: During application of hazardous pesticides, pesticide residue can build up on the inside or outside of the vehicle.

Clean vehicle according to use instructions of hazardous pesticides.

When exposed to hazardous pesticides, clean exterior and interior of vehicle daily to keep free of the accumulation of visible dirt and contamination.

[1] - Sweep or vacuum the floor of cab.

[2] - Clean headliners and inside cowlings of cab.

[3] - Wash entire exterior of vehicle.

[4] - Dispose of any wash water with hazardous concentrations of active or non-active ingredients according to published regulations or directives.

Use a Safety Chain

Safety Chain A safety chain will help control drawn equipment should it accidentally separate from the drawbar.

Using the appropriate adapter parts, attach the chain to the tractor drawbar support or other specified anchor location. Provide only enough slack in the chain to permit turning.

See your John Deere dealer for a chain with a strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of the towed machine.

Do not use safety chain for towing.

Work in Clean Area

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Clean Work Area Before starting a job: Clean work area and machine.

Make sure you have all necessary tools to do your job.

Have the right parts on hand.

Read all instructions thoroughly; do not attempt shortcuts.

Dispose of Waste Properly

Recycle Waste Improperly disposing of waste can threaten the environment and ecology. Potentially harmful waste used with John Deere equipment include such items as oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters, and batteries.

Use leakproof containers when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them.

Do not pour waste onto the ground, down a drain, or into any water source.

Air conditioning refrigerants escaping into the air can damage the Earth’s atmosphere. Government regulations may require a certified air conditioning service center to recover and recycle used air conditioning refrigerants.

Inquire on the proper way to recycle or dispose of waste from your local environmental or recycling center, or from your John Deere dealer.

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Asbestos Dust Avoid breathing dust that may be generated when handling components containing asbestos fibers. Inhaled asbestos fibers may cause lung cancer.

Components in products that may contain asbestos fibers are brake pads, brake band and lining assemblies, clutch plates, and some gaskets. The asbestos used in these components is usually found in a resin or sealed in some way. Normal handling is not hazardous as long as airborne dust containing asbestos is not generated.

Avoid creating dust. Never use compressed air for cleaning. Avoid brushing or grinding material containing asbestos. When servicing, wear an approved respirator. A special vacuum cleaner is recommended to clean asbestos. If not available, apply a mist of oil or water on the material containing asbestos.

Keep bystanders away from the area.

Avoid Hot Exhaust

Safety—Hot Parts Servicing machine or attachments with engine running can result in serious personal injury. Avoid exposure and skin contact with hot exhaust gases and components.

Exhaust parts and streams become very hot during operation. Exhaust gases and components reach temperatures hot enough to burn people, ignite, or melt common materials.

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Clean Exhaust Filter Safely

Fire Safety

Hand Over Flame

Moving Parts

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Stop During exhaust filter cleaning operations, the engine may run at elevated idle and hot temperatures for an extended period of time. Exhaust gases and exhaust filter components reach temperatures hot enough to burn people, or ignite or melt common materials.

Keep machine away from people, animals, or structures which may be susceptible to harm or damage from hot exhaust gases or components. Avoid potential fire or explosion hazards from flammable materials and vapors near the exhaust. Keep exhaust outlet away from people and anything that can melt, burn, or explode.

Closely monitor machine and surrounding area for smoldering debris during and after exhaust filter cleaning.

Adding fuel while an engine is running can create a fire or explosion hazard. Always stop engine before refueling machine and clean up any spilled fuel.

Always make sure that engine is stopped while hauling machine on a truck or trailer.

Contact with exhaust components while still hot can result in serious personal injury.

Avoid contact with these components until cooled to safe temperatures.

If service procedure requires engine to be running: Only engage power-driven parts required by service procedure Ensure that other people are clear of operator station and machine Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from power-driven parts.

Always disable movement (neutral), set the parking brake or mechanism and disconnect power to attachments or tools before leaving the operator’s station.

Shut off engine and remove key (if equipped) before leaving the machine unattended.

Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires

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Avoid Fires Handle fuel with care: it is highly flammable. Do not refuel the machine while smoking or when near open flame or sparks.

Always stop engine before refueling machine. Fill fuel tank outdoors.

Prevent fires by keeping machine clean of accumulated trash, grease, and debris. Always clean up spilled fuel.

Use only an approved fuel container for transporting flammable liquids.

Never fill fuel container in pickup truck with plastic bed liner. Always place fuel container on ground before refueling. Touch fuel container with fuel dispenser nozzle before removing can lid. Keep fuel dispenser nozzle in contact with fuel container inlet when filling.

Do not store fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as within a water heater or other appliance.

Prepare for Emergencies

First Aid Kit Be prepared if a fire starts.

Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.

Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital, and fire department near your telephone.

Handle Fluids Safely—Avoid Fires

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Avoid Fires When you work around fuel, do not smoke or work near heaters or other fire hazards.

Store flammable fluids away from fire hazards. Do not incinerate or puncture pressurized containers.

Make sure machine is clean of trash, grease, and debris.

Do not store oily rags; they can ignite and burn spontaneously.

Avoid High-Pressure Fluids

High Pressure Inspect hydraulic hoses periodically – at least once per year – for leakage, kinking, cuts, cracks, abrasion, blisters, corrosion, exposed wire braid or any other signs of wear or damage.

Replace worn or damaged hose assemblies immediately with John Deere approved replacement parts.

Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury.

Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure.

Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands and body from high-pressure fluids.

If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury should reference a knowledgeable medical source. Such information is available in English from Deere & Company Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A., by calling 1-800-822-8262 or +1 309-748-5636.

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Install All Guards

SafetyFan Rotating cooling system fans, belts, pulleys, and drives can cause serious injury.

Keep all guards in place at all times during engine operation.

Wear close-fitting clothes. Stop the engine and be sure fans, belts, pulleys, and drives are stopped before making adjustments, connections, or cleaning near fans and their drive components.

Use Proper Lifting Equipment

Proper Lifting Equipment Lifting heavy components incorrectly can cause severe injury or machine damage.

Follow recommended procedure for removal and installation of components in the manual.

Illuminate Work Area Safely

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Work Area Safely Illuminate your work area adequately but safely. Use a portable safety light for working inside or under the machine. Make sure the bulb is enclosed by a wire cage. The hot filament of an accidentally broken bulb can ignite spilled fuel or oil.

Live With Safety

Safety Systems Before returning machine to customer, make sure machine is functioning properly, especially the safety systems. Install all guards and shields.

Service Machines Safely

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Moving Parts Tie long hair behind your head. Do not wear a necktie, scarf, loose clothing, or necklace when you work near machine tools or moving parts. If these items were to get caught, severe injury could result.

Remove rings and other jewelry to prevent electrical shorts and entanglement in moving parts.

Support Machine Properly

Support Properly Always lower the attachment or implement to the ground before you work on the machine. If the work requires that the machine or attachment be lifted, provide secure support for them. If left in a raised position, hydraulically supported devices can settle or leak down.

Do not support the machine on cinder blocks, hollow tiles, or props that may crumble under continuous load. Do not work under a machine that is supported solely by a jack. Follow recommended procedures in this manual.

When implements or attachments are used with a machine, always follow safety precautions listed in the implement or attachment operator′s manual.

Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating

Toxic Fumes Avoid potentially toxic fumes and dust.

Hazardous fumes can be generated when paint is heated by welding, soldering, or using a torch.

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Remove paint a minimum of 100 mm (4 in.) from area to be affected by heating. If paint cannot be removed, wear an approved respirator before heating or welding.

If you sand or grind paint, avoid breathing the dust. Wear an approved respirator.

If you use solvent or paint stripper, remove stripper with soap and water before welding. Remove solvent or paint stripper containers and other flammable material from area. Allow fumes to disperse at least 15 minutes before welding or heating.

Do not use a chlorinated solvent in areas where welding will take place.

Do all work in an area that is well ventilated to carry toxic fumes and dust away.

Dispose of paint and solvent properly.

Park Machine Safely

Remove the Key Before working on the machine: Lower all equipment to the ground.

Stop the engine and remove the key.

Disconnect the battery ground strap.

Hang a "DO NOT OPERATE" tag in operator station.

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Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines

Rotating Drivelines

Drivelines Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury or death.

Keep tractor master shield and driveline shields in place at all times. Make sure rotating shields turn freely.

Wear close fitting clothing. Stop the engine and be sure that PTO driveline is stopped before making adjustments, connections, or cleaning out PTO driven equipment.

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Do not install any adapter device between the tractor and the primary implement PTO drive shaft that will allow a 1000 rpm tractor shaft to power a 540 rpm implement at speeds higher than 540 rpm.

Do not install any adapter device that results in a portion of the rotating implement shaft, tractor shaft, or the adapter to be unguarded. The tractor master shield shall overlap the end of the splined shaft and the added adaptor device as outlined in the table.

Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines PTO Type

Diameter

Splines

n ± 5 mm (0.20 in.)

1

35 mm (1.378 in.)

6

85 mm (3.35 in.)

2

35 mm (1.378 in.)

21

85 mm (3.35 in.)

3

45 mm (1.772 in.)

20

100 mm (4.00 in.)

Use Proper Tools

Proper Tools Use tools appropriate to the work. Makeshift tools and procedures can create safety hazards.

Use power tools only to loosen threaded parts and fasteners.

For loosening and tightening hardware, use the correct size tools. DO NOT use U.S. measurement tools on metric fasteners.

Avoid bodily injury caused by slipping wrenches.

Use only service parts meeting John Deere specifications.

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Service Tires Safely

Explosive Tire and Rim Parts

CAUTION: Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause serious injury or death.

Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper equipment and experience to perform the job.

Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure.

Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion.

Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel.

When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety cage if available.

Check wheels for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.

Keep ROPS Installed Properly

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Roll-Over Protective Structure Make certain all parts are reinstalled correctly if the roll-over protective structure (ROPS) is loosened or removed for any reason. Tighten mounting bolts to proper torque.

The protection offered by ROPS will be impaired if ROPS is subjected to structural damage, is involved in an overturn incident, or is in any way altered by welding, bending, drilling, or cutting. A damaged ROPS should be replaced, not reused.

The seat is part of the ROPS safety zone. Replace only with John Deere seat approved for your tractor.

Any alteration of the ROPS must be approved by the manufacturer.

Construct Dealer-Made Tools Safely

Construct Dealer-Made Tools Safely Faulty or broken tools can result in serious injury. When constructing tools, use proper, quality materials, and good workmanship.

Do not weld tools unless you have the proper equipment and experience to perform the job.

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Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines

Flammable Spray Flammable spray can be generated by heating near pressurized fluid lines, resulting in severe burns to yourself and bystanders. Do not heat by welding, soldering, or using a torch near pressurized fluid lines or other flammable materials.

Pressurized lines can accidentally burst when heat goes beyond the immediate flame area.

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Wear Protective Clothing

Protective Clothing Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job.

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.

Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.

Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator. Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating machine.

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