John Deere 450CLC Excavator Operators Manual (OMT187112)

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John Deere 450CLC Excavator Index:

Contents
- Safety—Safety and Operator Conveniences
  - Safety and Operator Convenience Features
- Safety—General Precautions
  - Recognize Safety Information
  - Follow Safety Instructions
  - Operate Only If Qualified
  - Wear Protective Equipment
  - Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications
  - Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses
  - Inspect Machine
  - Stay Clear of Moving Parts
  - Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
  - Avoid High-Pressure Oils
  - Beware of Exhaust Fumes
  - Prevent Fires
  - Prevent Battery Explosions
  - Handle Chemical Products Safely
  - Dispose of Waste Properly
  - Prepare for Emergencies
- Safety—Operating Precautions
  - Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
  - Start Only From Operator’s Seat
  - Use and Maintain Seat Belt
  - Prevent Unintended Machine Movement
  - Avoid Work Site Hazards
  - Keep Riders Off Machine
  - Avoid Backover Accidents
  - Avoid Machine Tip Over
  - Use Special Care When Lifting Objects
  - Add and Operate Attachments Safely
- Safety—Maintenance Precautions
  - Park and Prepare for Service Safely
  - Service Cooling System Safely
  - Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
  - Make Welding Repairs Safely
  - Drive Metal Pins Safely
- Safety—Safety Signs
  - Safety Signs
- Operation—Operator’s Station
  - Pedals, Levers, and Panels
  - Monitor Panel
  - Front Switch Panel
  - Front Switch Panel Functions
  - Rear Switch Panel
  - Horn
  - Power Boost Switch
  - Pilot Shutoff Lever
  - Travel Alarm and Travel Alarm Cancel Switch
  - Cab Heater and Air Conditioner
  - Cab Heater and Air Conditioner Monitor Display Diagnostic Function
  - Operating the AM/FM Radio
  - Secondary Exit Tool
  - Opening Upper Front (Secondary Exit) Window
  - Removing and Storing the Lower Front Window
  - Opening Side Windows
  - Opening and Closing the Roof Exit Cover
  - Adjusting the Seat
  - Adjusting Console Height
- Operation—Operating the Machine
  - Before Starting Work
  - Operator’s Daily Machine Check Before Starting
  - Starting Engine
  - Cold Weather Warm-Up
  - Using Booster Batteries—24 Volt System
  - Travel Pedals and Levers
  - Control Lever Pattern Operation
  - Control Lever Pattern Conversion
  - Operating In Water and Mud
  - Driving Up a Steep or Slippery Slope
  - Lifting
  - Lower Boom With Engine Stopped
  - Parking the Machine
  - Prepare Machine for Loading On a Trailer
  - Weights
  - Counterweight Removal (With Hydraulic Removal Option)
  - Counterweight Removal/Installation Measurements
  - Counterweight Installation With Hydraulic Removal Option
  - Track Gauge Transport Position Adjustment
  - Loading Machine On a Trailer
  - Track Gauge Work Position Adjustment
  - Towing Machine
  - Lifting the Machine
- Maintenance—Machine
  - Diesel Engine Oil
  - Diesel Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals
  - Light Duty Diesel Engine Coolant (for diesel engines without wet sleeve cylinder liners)
  - Drain Intervals for Diesel Engine Coolant
  - John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender
  - Supplemental Coolant Additives
  - Operating in Warm Temperature Climates
  - Additional Information About Diesel Engine Coolants and John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender
  - Testing Diesel Engine Coolant
  - Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
  - Engine Break-In Oil
  - Hydraulic Oil
  - Swing Gearbox and Travel Gearbox Oils
  - Track Adjuster, Working Tool Pivot, Swing Bearing, and Swing Bearing Gear Grease
- Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance
  - Service Machine at Specified Intervals
  - Check the Hour Meter Regularly
  - Prepare Machine for Maintenance
  - Open Engine Hood for Service
  - Open Access Doors for Service
  - Fuel Tank
  - Hydraulic Breaker and Crusher Attachments
  - Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System
  - Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit
  - Periodic Maintenance Record Keeping System
- Maintenance—As Required
  - Clean Fuel Tank Inlet Screen
  - Drain Fuel Tank Sump
  - Clean Air Cleaner Dust Unloader Valve
  - Clean Radiator Air Inlet Screen
  - Belt Tensioner Spring Check
  - Inspect Serpentine Belts
  - Drain Primary Fuel Filter (Water Separator)
  - Bleed Fuel System
  - Check and Adjust Track Sag
  - Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level
  - Check Coolant
- Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily
  - Check Recovery Tank Coolant Level
  - Check Engine Oil Level
  - Check Hydraulic Oil Level
- Maintenance—Every 50 Hours
  - Grease Working Tool Pivots
- Maintenance—Initial Service – 250 Hours
  - Change Engine Break-In Oil and Replace Filter
- Maintenance—Every 250 Hours
  - Check Swing Gearbox Oil Level
  - Check Travel Gearbox Oil Level
  - Clean or Replace Dusty Primary Element
  - Check Battery Electrolyte Level and Terminals
  - Check Radiator Coolant Level
  - Drain Hydraulic Tank Sump
  - Take Engine Oil Sample
- Maintenance—Every 500 Hours
  - Grease Swing Bearing Gear
  - Check Air Intake Hose
  - Change Engine Oil and Replace Filter
  - Replace Primary Fuel Filter (Water Separator)
  - Replace Pump Case Drain Filter
  - Bleed Air From Hydraulic System
  - Replace Hydraulic Tank Oil Filter
  - Grease Swing Bearing
  - Clean Cab Fresh Air and Recirculating Air Filters
  - Take Fluid Samples
- Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours
  - Change Swing Gearbox Oil
  - Replace Air Cleaner Elements
  - Clean Engine Crankcase Ventilation Tube
  - Replace Pilot System Oil Filter
  - Replace Hydraulic Cap Breather Element
  - Check Coolant
- Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours
  - Change Travel Gearbox Oil
  - Drain Cooling System
  - Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Coolant
  - Cooling System Fill and Deaeration Procedure
  - Adjust Engine Valve Clearance
- Maintenance—Every 4000 Hours
  - Change Hydraulic Tank Oil, Clean Suction Screen
- Maintenance—Every 4500 Hours
  - Replace Engine Crankshaft Dampener
- Miscellaneous—Machine
  - Do Not Service or Adjust Injection Nozzles or High Pressure Fuel Pump
  - Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps, or Motors
  - Clean Water Separator Bowl
  - Precautions for Alternator and Regulator
  - Diagnostic Display Unit (DDU) Operation
  - Engine Service Codes
  - Handling, Checking, and Servicing Batteries Carefully
  - Using Battery Charger
  - Replacing Batteries
  - Welding On Machine
  - Clean the Machine Regularly
  - Adding 12—Volt Accessories
  - Replacing Fuses
  - Replacing Bucket Teeth
  - Replacing Bucket Tooth Tip—Heavy-Duty Bucket
  - Adjust Bucket to Arm Joint
  - Removing the Bucket
  - Track Sag General Information
  - Check Track Shoe Hardware
  - Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
  - Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
- Miscellaneous—Machine Assembly
  - Install Boom, Arm, Bucket and Counterweight
  - Adjust Bucket to Arm Joint
  - Moving Track Gauge to Work Position
  - Check Hydraulic Oil Level
  - Grease Working Tool Pivots
  - Install Counterweight (With Hydraulic Removal Option)
  - Install Counterweight (Without Hydraulic Removal Option)
- Miscellaneous—Operational Checkout
  - Operational Checkout
- Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting
  - Using Troubleshooting Charts
  - 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 Travel Motor Serial Numbers
  - Record Swing Motor Serial Numbers
  - Record Hydraulic Pump Serial Number
  - Keep Proof of Ownership
  - Keep Machines Secure
- Miscellaneous—Specifications
  - Engine Specifications
  - Drain and Refill Capacities
  - 450CLC
  - Working Ranges
  - Lift Capacity—KG (LB)
Page Number
- Section 1-1
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- Section 1-3
- Section 1-4
- Section 1-5
- Section 2-1
- Section 2-2
- Section 3-1
- Section 3-2
- Section 3-3
- Section 3-4
- Section 3-5
- Section 3-6
- Section 3-7
- Section 3-8
- Section 3-9
- Section 3-10
- Section 3-11
- Section 3-12
- Section 4-1
- Section 4-2
- Section 4-3
- Section 4-4
- Section 4-5
- Section 4-6
- Section 4-7