Description

John Deere 9976 Cotton Picker Operator’s Manual (OMN200526)

John Deere 9976 Cotton Picker INDEX:

Safety
Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Prevent Machine Runaway
Operate Safely
Keep Riders Off Machine
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires
Avoid Fires
Mounting And Servicing Fire
Extinguishers (Accessory)
Prepare for Emergencies .
Handle Starting Fluid Safely
Battery Safety
Protect Against Noise
Handle Chemical Products Safely
Wear Protective Clothing
Avoid Contact with Moving Parts
Transport Safely
Practice Safe Maintenance
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Check Hydraulic Hoses
Operate Basket Cylinder Mechanical
Locks
Safety Decals
Safety Decals
Safety Features
Safety Features
Operator’s Station
Console Controls—Location
Hydro Lever Controls
Cab Roof Controls
Using Blower .
Using Heater . .
Adjusting Air Outlet Vents
Using Air Conditioner
Using Windshield Wiper
Using Dome Light

Steering Pedestal/FIoor Switches
Indicators and Gauges—Location
Tachometer/Hour Meter
Programming the Tachometer
Clearing 50 Hour Service Code
Monitor Display Panel
Stop/Caution Lights and Horn
Indicator Display Panel
Indicators
park Brake
Hydraulic/Hydrostatic Oil Temperature
Fan Speed
Low Water Level .
Air Filter
Engine Oil Pressure
Engine Coolant Temperature
Engine Air Intake Temperature
Lube
Tether
ROW-TRAK
Gauges
Fuel
Engine Coolant Temperature . .
Opening Window
Adjusting Seat
Using Seat Belt
Adjusting Steering Pedestal Tilt
Adjusting Steering Wheel Height
Rear View Mirrors
Radio Controls (AM/FM Stereo, Cassette) ,
Operating
Radio
Clock
Cassette Tape Player
Picker Unit and Drum Identification
Break-ln
Breaking-ln Engine .
After One Hour
After Five Hours of Operation

After Ten Hours ,
Checking Basket Torque Specs
After 20 Hours .
After 50 Hours
After 100 Hours
Prestarting Checks
Checking Engine Oil Level .
Checking Hydrostatic/Hydraulic Oil Leve
Checking Coolant Level
Draining Water From Final Fuel Filter
Filling the Fuel Tank .
Draining Water From Water Separator
Filter
Clean Windows, Mirrors, and Lights
Operating the Machine
Starting the Engine
Starting Engine in Cold Weather
Changing Starting Fluid Cans
Cold Weather Operation
Warming the Engine
Protecting Cooling System
Stopping the Engine
Preparing to Drive the Machine
using Brake Latch
Engaging the Transmission
using the Throttle Switch
Driving the Machine Forward
Using Rear Wheel Drive
Stopping the Machine
Parking the Machine
Operating Field and Transport Lights
Drivingnransporting the Machine on
Public Roads
Pulling Cotton Picker Out of Mud
(Towing)
Pushing the Machine
Starting the Fan and Units
Lowering the Picking Units
Starting Down the Rows
Picking Cotton
Unloading the Basket
Converting Basket to Intermediate
Operating Position .
Positioning units for Transport
Telescoping Basket
Lowering
Raising

Basket Duct Opening Filler Panel
Locations
Bleeding Telescoping Cylinders
Operator Presence System
Operator Presence System
Inspection Bypass System
Preparing .
Operating
Deactivate
Operator Presence System Check
ROW-TRAKTM Guidance System
ROW-TRAK Guidance System
Set ROW-TRAK Automatic Valve Biasing
ROW-TRAK Learn
Operating the ROW-TRAK
ROW-TRAK Circuit Diagnostic Codes
Lubrication and Maintenance
Diesel Fuel
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel
Lubricity Of Diesel Fuels
Diesel Engine Break-in Oil
Diesel Engine Oil
Hydraulic/Hydrostatic Oil
Transmission and Final Drives
Diesel Engine Coolant
Supplement Coolant Additives
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates
Additional Information About Coolants
and Additives
Testing Diesel Engine Coolant
Picker Bar and Spindle Lubricants
Spindle Cleaner and Wetting Agent
Grease
Lubricant For Row unit Gear Cases
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Lubricant Storage
Dispose Of Waste Properly
Lubrication and Maintenance Intervals
Service Interval Chart
Every Basket Dump
Every 10 Hours of Operation
Every 50 Hours of Operation
Every 100 Hours of Operation
Every 250 Hours of operation
Every 400 Hours Of Operation
Every Year .
Every 600 Hours Of Operation
Every Two Years

Every 2000 Hours
Height Sensing
Leveling Height Sensing Shoes
Setting Automatic Height Control
Moistener System
Preparing the Moistener System
Adjusting Water Pump Belt
Moistener Column
Moistener Column
Checking Position
Adjusting Position
Checking Height
Adjusting Height
Filling the Moistener System Tank
Mixing Solution in Tank
Pre-mixed Solution
Using Spindle Cleaner
Storing John Deere Spindle Cleaner
using Wetting Agent
Adjusting Water Pressure
using the Moistener Flush System
Cleaning Strainers and Nozzles
Replacing Moistener Pads
Reacting to Spindle Buildup
Picking Units
Adjusting
Tilt Of Picking Units ,
Stalklifters
Lower Plant Guides .
Grid Bars —
Pressure Plate Clearance
Pressure Plate Spring Tension
Scrapping Plates
Checking Doffer Column Height
Adjusting
Doffer Height—NormaI Conditions
Doffer Height—Extreme Conditions
Picking Unit Belts
Unit Drive Belt Tensions
Reacting to a Plugged Picking Unit
Unplugging A Picking Unit
Replacing Spindles
Replacing Picker Bars
Doffer Column
Removing
Installing
“Adjusting Tilt

Monitor System
Monitor Display Functions
Unit and Drum Clutch Slippage
Suction Door or Duct Restriction .
Fan Speed
High Water Temperature .
Monitor Checkout Procedure
Drum Speed Monitor Diagnostic Codes
Adjusting Doffer Zone Monitor
Air System
Adjusting Cotton Fan Belt and Guides
Seating New Fan Belt
Basket
Adjusting
Door Chain Tension
Floor Chains
Onboard Lubrication System
Filling Lubrication Reservoir
Operating Onboard Lube System
Deactivating Inspection BypassiLube
System
Manual Lubrication Procedure
Replacing Lubrication System Filters
Chassis
Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt
Checking Tension
Adjusting Belt .
Adjusting Hydro Pump Linkage
Deglazing Brake Linings
Bleeding Brake System (TWO Person Job).
Checking Brake Fluid Reservoir
Adjusting Headlights
Replacing Tail or Warning Lights
Replacing Front Warning Light
Cab and Air Conditioning
Adjusting Air Conditioning Belt
Checking Refrigerant Charge
Replacing Signal Indicator Light Bulbs
Replacing Dome and Console Bulbs
Replacing Primary Filter Element
Removing Recirculating Air Filter
Cleaning Cab Filters

Engine and Drive Train
Do Not Modify Fuel System
Adjusting Alternator Belts
Replacing Fuel Filter
Bleeding Fuel System
Servicing Precleaner
Servicing Air Cleaner
Removing/RepIacing Air Cleaner Eleme
Cleaning Primary Element
Washing Primary Element
Inspecting Primary Element
Checking Coolant Level
Filling Radiator
Flushing Cooling System
Winterize Cooling System
Rotary Screen
Replacing Drive Belt
Routing Belt .
Cleaning
Adjusting Vacuum Expeller
Wheels and Tires
Tire safety
Checking the Tires
Adjusting Mud Scrapers (Attachment)
Jacking up Front Axle
Checking Guide Wheels—Tae-ln
Adjusting Toe-ln
Batteries
Battery Safety
Preventing Battery Damage
Check Battery Fluid Level
Servicing Battery
Charging Battery
Connecting Starter Cables and Ground
Straps
using a Booster Battery
Troubleshooting
Additional Service Information
Picking unit
Automatic Height Control .
Basket Extension
Basket Control
Monitors
Hydrostatic Drive
Operator Presence System and
Inspection Bypass System
Engine

E lectrical System
Brakes
Operator’s Cab
Lubrication System
Change Row Spacing
Change Row Spacing
Storage
Recommended Storage Kit and Corrosion
Inhibitor
Preparing Machine for Storage
Preparing Engine for Storage
Removing Machine From Storage
Torque Charts
Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque
Values
Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque
Values
O-Ring Boss Fitting Torque Chart
Flat Face O-Ring Seal Fitting Torque
Chart
Machine Specifications
Machine Specifications
Fuses and Relays
Fuses
Dimensions
Identification Number
Declaration Of Conformity
Crime Prevention Tips
Help Prevent Crime
Record Identification Numbers
Keep Proof of Ownership
Park Indoors Out of Sight
When Parking Outdoors
Reduce Vandalism
Report Thefts Immediately
Index