John Deere 903MH and 909MH Harvester Index:

• Contents
  • Safety—Safety and Operator Conveniences
    • Safety and Operator Convenience Features
  • Safety—General Precautions
    • Information for European Union Directives Compliance
    • Recognize Safety Information
    • Follow Safety Instructions
    • Operate Only If Qualified
    • Wear Protective Equipment
    • Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications
    • Inspect Machine
    • Stay Clear of Moving Parts
    • Avoid High-Pressure Oils
    • Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
    • Work In Ventilated Area
    • Handle Starting Fluid Safely
    • Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling
    • Prevent Fires
    • In Case of Machine Fire
    • Prevent Battery Explosions
    • Handle Chemical Products Safely
    • Dispose of Waste Properly
    • Prepare for Emergencies
    • Clean Debris from Machine
    • Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses
    • Control Pattern
  • Safety—Operating Precautions
    • Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
    • Start Only From Operator’s Seat
    • Use and Maintain Seat Belt
    • Avoid Work Site Hazards
    • Prevent Unintended Machine Movement
    • Operate Machine Safely
    • Avoid Machine Tip Over
    • Keep Riders Off Machine
    • Use Care When Swinging Machine
    • Operate Boom With Care
    • Avoid Backover Accidents
    • Operating On Slopes
    • Add and Operate Attachments Safely
    • Travel Safely
    • Avoid Power Lines
    • Inspect and Maintain ROPS
    • Keep the Operator Protective Structure (OPS) in Place
    • Saw Chain Hazard
  • Safety—Maintenance Precautions
    • Park and Prepare for Service Safely
    • Service Machines Safely
    • Service Cooling System Safely
    • Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
    • Make Welding Repairs Safely
    • Drive Metal Pins Safely
    • Chain Shot Guard Inspection
  • Safety—Safety Signs and Other Instructions
    • Safety Signs and Other Instructions
  • Operation—Operator’s Station
    • Operator Controls and Instruments
    • TimberRite™ System
    • Left Joystick
    • Right Joystick
    • Track Drive Pedals
    • Sealed Switch Module (SSM)
    • Sealed Switch Module (SSM) Functions
    • Primary Display Unit (PDU)
    • Primary Display Unit (PDU) Functions
    • Dome Light
    • Radio
    • Horn
    • Accessory Outlets
    • Auxiliary Power Supply
    • Air Conditioning and Heating Controls
    • Operator’s Seat—Air Suspension
    • Operator’s Seat—Mechanical Suspension
    • Fire Extinguisher
    • Alternative Exits
    • Cab Door Handles
    • Cab Door Stop
  • Operation—Operating the Machine
    • Before Starting Work
    • Driving Up a Steep or Slippery Slope
    • Off Level Operation
    • Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting
    • Engine Break-In Period
    • Before Starting Engine
    • Engine Block Heater—If Equipped
    • Normal Starting Procedure—Above 0°C (32°F)
    • Cold Weather Starting—Below 0°C (32°F)
    • Hydraulic Warm-Up Procedure
    • Stopping Procedure
    • Operating the Track Drive
    • Operating the Implements—General
    • Operating Functions—Left Joystick
    • Operating Functions—Right Joystick
    • Rapid Cycle System (RCS) Operation—If Equipped
    • Operating Functions—Leveling Platform (If Equipped)
    • Lowering Boom With Engine Stopped
    • Preparation of Machine Before Leaving for Cutting Area
    • Harvesting Technique
    • Harvesting Head
    • Towing Machine
    • Loading Machine on Trailer
    • Operating in Water and Mud
    • Battery Disconnect Switch
    • Parking the Machine
    • Lifting the Machine
  • Operation—Monitor Operation
    • Primary Display Unit (PDU) Display Messages
    • Main Menu
    • Operation—Motions
    • Operation—RCS Adjustments (If Equipped)
    • Operation—Joystick Lever Pattern
    • Operation—Copy Operator Settings
    • Operation—Aux Leveling Control (If Equipped)
    • Operation—Change Operator
    • Operation—Restore All Factory Defaults
    • Diagnostics—Codes
    • Diagnostics—Machine Readings
    • Diagnostics—Engine Readings
    • Diagnostics—Controller ID
    • Diagnostics—Machine ID
    • Diagnostics—Software Delivery
    • Diagnostics—JDLink Readings
    • Setup—Monitor
    • Setup—Antitheft/Security
    • Setup—Machine Preference
    • Setup—Calibration
  • Maintenance—Machine
    • Diesel Engine Break-In™ Oil
    • Diesel Engine Oil — Tier 3 and Stage III
    • Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals
    • Diesel Engine Oil — Tier 2 and Stage II
    • Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals — Tier 2 and Stage II Engines
    • Oil Filters
    • Track Drive and Swing Drive Gear Case Oil
    • Hydraulic Oil
    • Enclosure Door Pump Oil
    • Diesel Fuel
    • Lubricity of Diesel Fuel
    • Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel
    • BioDiesel Fuel
    • Testing Diesel Fuel
    • Supplemental Diesel Fuel Additives
    • Fuel Filters
    • Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines
    • Starting Aid Can Replacement
    • Grease
    • Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
    • Lubricant Storage
    • Mixing of Lubricants
    • Diesel Engine Coolant (engine with wet sleeve cylinder liners)
    • John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender
    • Water Quality for Mixing with Coolant Concentrate
    • Operating in Warm Temperature Climates
    • Testing Coolant Freeze Point
    • Disposing of Coolant
  • Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance
    • Engine Identification
    • Service Machine at Specified Intervals
    • Check the Hour Meter Regularly
    • Service Lights
    • Enclosure Door and Maintenance Doors
    • Prepare Machine for Maintenance
    • Machine Service Position—Attachment
    • Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit
    • Fuel Tank
    • Service Intervals
    • Required Parts
  • Maintenance—As Required
    • Inspect Serpentine Belt
    • Replace Engine Air Filter Elements
    • Check and Clean or Replace Cab Fresh Air and Cab Recirculation Filters
    • Lubricate Door Hinges
    • Lubricate Toolbox Door Hinges—If Equipped
  • Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily
    • Lubricate Leveler Pivot Joints and Cylinders—If Equipped
    • Check Fire Suppression System—If Equipped
    • Check Swing Drive Gear Case Oil Level
    • Check Hydraulic Oil Level
    • Check Engine Oil Level
    • Check and Drain Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator
    • Check and Drain Final Fuel Filter
    • Check and Drain Auxiliary Fuel Filter and Water Separator—If Equipped
    • Check Engine Coolant Level
    • Check and Clean Cooling System and Condenser Fins
    • Check Track Sag
    • Adjust Track Sag
    • Lubricate Boom Joints and Cylinder Ends
    • Lubricate Swing Drive Pinion and Bearing
    • Inspect Fire Extinguisher
    • Inspect Chain Shot Guard
  • Maintenance—Every 100 Hours
    • Check Track Drive Planetary Oil Level
    • Lubricate Swing Drive Gear Case Bearing
  • Maintenance—Initial Service—250 Hours
    • Drain and Refill Swing Drive Gear Case Oil
    • Drain and Refill Engine Break-In Oil and Replace Filter
    • Drain and Refill Track Drive Planetary Oil
    • Check Lower Roller Mounting Cap Screw Torque
    • Check Track Shoe Cap Screw Torque
  • Maintenance—Every 250 Hours
    • Check Rear Window Alternative Exit Latches and Retainer Knobs
    • Check Skylight Latch Tension
    • Take Engine Oil Sample
  • Maintenance—Every 500 Hours
    • Replace Fuel Prefilter—If Equipped
    • Replace Primary Fuel Filter and Water Separator
    • Replace Auxiliary Fuel Filter and Water Separator—If Equipped
    • Replace Final Fuel Filter
    • Drain and Refill Engine Oil and Replace Filter
    • Check Battery Electrolyte Level and Terminals
    • Check Enclosure Door Pump Oil Level
    • Drain Water and Sediment from Fuel Tank
    • Take Fluid Samples
  • Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours
    • Drain and Refill Swing Drive Gear Case Oil
    • Check Coolant Condition
    • Drain and Refill Track Drive Planetary Oil
  • Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours
    • Drain and Refill Hydraulic Oil
    • Replace Hydraulic Oil Return Filters
    • Replace Hydraulic Oil Breather Filter
    • Check and Adjust Engine Valve Lash
    • Drain and Refill Enclosure Door Pump Oil
  • Maintenance—Every 4000 Hours
    • Replace Engine Crankshaft Damper
  • Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours
    • Drain and Refill Engine Coolant
  • Miscellaneous—Machine
    • Inspect and Clean Polycarbonate Windows
    • Clean Fuel Tank Inlet Screen
    • Circuit Breakers
    • Using Booster Batteries—24-Volt System
    • Using Battery Charger
    • Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully
    • Replacing Batteries
    • Removing and Installing Batteries
    • Precautions for Alternator and Regulator
    • Welding On Machine
    • Keep Electronic Control Unit Connectors Clean
    • Lubricate Attachment
    • Check Air Intake Hoses
    • Bleed Fuel System
    • Do Not Service or Adjust Injection Nozzles or High-Pressure Fuel Pump
    • Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps, or Motors
    • Clean the Crankcase Vent Tube
    • Fluid Sampling Test Ports
    • Replacing Fuses
    • JDLink™ Machine Monitoring System (MMS)—If Equipped
    • Remove and Install Halogen Bulbs
    • Hardware Torque Specifications
    • Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
    • Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
  • Miscellaneous-Operational Checkout
    • Operational Checkout
      • Diagnostic Trouble Code Check
      • Ignition OFF, Engine OFF Checks
      • Ignition On, Engine Off Checks
      • Operational Checks—Ignition ON, Engine ON Checks
      • Cycle Times
  • Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting
    • Troubleshooting Procedure
    • Engine
    • Electrical System
    • Hydraulic System
  • Miscellaneous—Storage
    • Prepare Machine for Storage
    • Monthly Storage Procedure
  • Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers
    • Record Product Identification Number (PIN)
    • Record Engine Serial Number
    • Record Attachment Serial Number
    • Record Saw Hydraulic Motor Serial Number
    • Record Attachment Pump Serial Number
    • Record Main Pump Serial Number
    • Record Saw Pump Serial Number
    • Record Left-Hand Track Drive Planetary Serial Number
    • Record Left-Hand Track Drive Hydraulic Motor Serial Number
    • Record Right-Hand Track Drive Planetary Serial Number
    • Record Right-Hand Track Drive Hydraulic Motor Serial Number
    • Record Swing Drive Gear Case Serial Numbers
    • Record Primary Display Unit (PDU) Serial Number
    • Record Engine Control Unit (ECU) Serial Number
    • Record Left Armrest Control (ACL) Serial Number
    • Record Right Armrest Control (ACR) Serial Number
    • Record Head Control Unit (HCU) Serial Number
    • Record Sealed Switch Module (SSM) Serial Number
    • Record Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) Serial Number
    • Keep Proof of Ownership
    • Keep Machines Secure
  • Miscellaneous—Specifications
    • Engine Specifications
    • System Specifications
    • Undercarriage Specifications
    • Drain and Refill Capacities
    • 903MH Working Ranges
    • 909MH Working Ranges
    • 903MH Machine Weights and Ground Pressures
    • 909MH Machine Weights and Ground Pressures
    • Machine Harvesting Specifications
    • 903MH Shipping Dimensions
    • 909MH Shipping Dimensions
• Page Number
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  • Section 2-3
  • Section 3-1
  • Section 3-2
  • Section 3-3
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  • Section 3-5
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  • Section 3-7
  • Section 3-8
  • Section 3-9
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  • Section 4-1
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  • Section 4-3
  • Section 4-4
  • Section 4-5
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