John Deere 643J and 843J Wheeled Feller Buncher Index:

• Contents
  • Safety—Safety and Operator Conveniences
    • Safety and Operator Convenience Features
  • Safety—General Precautions
    • Information for European Union Directives Compliance
    • Use Allied Equipment Information
    • 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 Fluids
    • Avoid High-Pressure Oils
    • Handle Starting Fluid Safely
    • Work In Ventilated Area
    • Prevent Fires
    • Clean Debris from Machine
    • Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses
    • Handle Chemical Products Safely
    • Prepare for Emergencies
    • Dispose of Waste Properly
    • Prevent Battery Explosions
    • Handle Engine Side Panels Safely
  • Safety—Operating Precautions
    • Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
    • Start Only From Operator’s Seat
    • Use and Maintain Seat Belt
    • Operating or Traveling On Public Roads
    • Avoid Backover Accidents
    • Add and Operate Attachments Safely
    • Keep Riders Off Machine
    • Avoid Machine Tip Over
    • Avoid Work Site Hazards
    • Operating on Slopes
    • Keep the Operator Protective Structure (OPS) in Place
    • Inspect and Maintain ROPS
    • Use Safety Lights and Devices
  • Safety—Maintenance Precautions
    • Park and Prepare for Service Safely
    • Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
    • Make Welding Repairs Safely
    • Service Cooling System Safely
    • Store Attachments Safely
    • Service Accumulator Systems Safely
    • Drive Metal Pins Safely
    • Service Tires Safely
  • Safety—Safety Signs
    • Safety Signs
    • Replace Safety Signs
  • Operation—Operator’s Station
    • Wheel Steer Operator Controls
    • Lever Steer Operator Controls
    • Gauges
    • Warning Lights
    • Using Diagnostic Gauge To Access Engine Information
    • Using Touch Switches To Display Information
    • Changing Units of Measure (ENGLISH OR METRIC)
    • Viewing Active Engine Service Codes (DTC)
    • Viewing Stored Service Codes (DTC) In The Engine ECU
    • Engine Fault Codes
    • Engine Throttle Speed Dial
    • Two-Speed Gear Case Selector Switch
    • Ground Speed Limiter Knob
    • Saw Indicator and Switch—Continuous Saw Machines
    • Differential Lock Indicator and Switch
    • Park Brake Switch and Indicator
    • Hour Meter
    • Battery Master Disconnect Switch
    • Heating and Air Conditioning Controls
    • Pilot Hydraulic Circuit Switch
    • Glow Plug Indicator
    • Front and Rear Cab Lights
    • Adjusting Operator’s Seat
    • Adjusting Steering Wheel Tilt and Height
    • Horn
    • Defroster Fan
    • AM/FM Radio and CD Player
    • CB Radio (Optional)
    • Opening Windows
    • Opening Alternative Exits
    • Cup Holder
    • Seat Belt
    • Fire Extinguisher
    • Pressurized Water System
    • Reversing Fan
    • Cab Air Filter
    • ECU Unit
    • ECU Diagnostic Port
    • Baffle
    • Saw Pressure Gauge
  • Operation—Pre-Start Inspection
    • Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting
  • Operation—Operating the Engine
    • Glow Plug (Cold Weather Start Aid)
    • Engine Break-In Period
    • Starting the Engine
    • Cold Weather Warm-Up
    • Stopping the Engine
  • Operation—Driving the Machine
    • Driving on Public Roads
    • General Driving Precautions
    • Travel Speeds
    • Shifting the Two-Speed Gearbox
    • Starting and Stopping the Machine
    • Using the Park Brake
    • Parking the Machine
    • Lock All Compartments
  • Operation—Operating the Machine
    • Shifting the Two-Speed Gearbox
    • Differential Lock Indicator and Switch
    • Operating Lift/Tilt Control Lever
    • Operating Lever Steer Control Lever
    • Operating Shear Controls
    • Operating Continuous Saw Controls
    • Stopping Saw Blade Rotation—Continuous Saw
    • Operating Saws or Shears
  • Maintenance—Machine
    • Diesel Fuel
    • Lubricity of Diesel Fuel
    • Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel
    • Biodiesel Fuel
    • Testing Diesel Fuel
    • Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines
    • Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Conditioner
    • Diesel Engine Oil
    • Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals—Tier 2 and Stage II Engi
    • Differential, Pump Drive Gear Case, Two-Speed Gear Case and Cab
    • Hydraulic System Oil
    • Grease
    • Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
    • Lubricant Storage
    • Mixing of Lubricants
    • Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Coolant
    • 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 Dee
    • Testing Diesel Engine Coolant
  • Maintenance—Periodic Maintenance
    • Service Machine at Specified Intervals
    • Check the Hour Meter Regularly
    • Prepare Machine for Maintenance
    • Fuel Tank
    • Conversion Table for Pressures
    • Locking and Unlocking Machine Frame
    • Boom Lock
    • Grille Door Stop
    • Machine Service Position—Saw
    • Fluid Analysis Program Test Kits and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit
    • Service Intervals
    • Required Parts
  • Maintenance—As Required
    • Check Tire Pressure
    • Check Wheel Cap Screw Torque
    • Check Air Filter Restriction Indicator
    • Fill and Charge Pressurized Water System
    • Drain Water from Fuel Tank
    • Check and Drain Primary Fuel Filter (Water Separator)
    • Check Fire Extinguisher
    • Check and Clean Alternator Screen
    • Check and Inspect Saw/Shear
    • Check Coolant
  • Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily
    • Check Hydraulic Oil Level
    • Check Engine Oil Level
    • Check Coolant Level
    • Check Air Filter Restriction Indicator and Precleaner
    • Check Air Cleaner Unloader Valve
    • Check and Clean Radiator, Coolers and A/C Condenser Fins
  • Maintenance—Every 25 Hours
    • Lubricate Tilt and Lift Cylinders, and Articulation Points
    • Lubricate Front Steering Cylinder Pivots
    • Lubricate Oscillation Supports and Rear Steering Cylinder Pivots
    • Check Cab Fresh Air Filter
  • Maintenance—Every 125 Hours
    • Check Skylight Latch Tension
    • Check Engine Mounting Bolt Torque
  • Maintenance—Initial Service – 250 Hours
    • Change Engine Break-In Oil and Filter
    • Replace Differential Lock Filter
    • Replace Hydrostatic Transmission Filter
  • Maintenance—Every 250 Hours
    • Lubricate Drive Shafts
    • Check Receiver Dryer Moisture Indicator
    • Check Cab Recirculating Air Filter
    • Check Front Differential Oil Level
    • Check Rear Differential Oil Level
    • Take Engine Oil Sample
  • Maintenance—Every 500 Hours
    • Check Park Brake Oil Level
    • Check Two-Speed Gear Case Oil Level
    • Replace Differential Lock Filter
    • Replace Hydrostatic Transmission Filter
    • Replace Hydraulic Return Oil Filter
    • Check Belt Tensioner Spring Tension and Belt Wear
    • Change Engine Oil and Filter
    • Replace Primary (Water Separator) and Final Fuel Filter
    • Check Pump Drive Gear Case Oil Level
    • Take Fluid Samples
  • Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours
    • Replace Hydraulic Reservoir Breather Filter
    • Change Park Brake Oil
    • Change Two-Speed Gear Case Oil
    • Clean Engine Crankcase Vent Tube
    • Change Pump Drive Gear Case Oil
    • Change Front Differential Oil
    • Change Rear Differential Oil
    • Replace Air Cleaner Unloader Valve
    • Change Air Filter Elements
    • Check Coolant
  • Maintenance—Every 1500 Hours
    • Drain Hydraulic Oil
  • Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours
    • Adjust Engine Valve Lash Clearance
  • Maintenance—Every 4000 Hours
    • Replacing Engine Crankshaft Dampener
  • Maintenance—Every 6000 Hours
    • Draining Cooling System
    • Cooling System Fill and Deaeration Procedure
  • Miscellaneous—Machine
    • Test the Coolant Freeze—Protection Level
    • Coolant System Maintenance and Checks
    • Do Not Service Injection Nozzles
    • Do Not Adjust Injection Pump
    • Cleaning Fuel Inlet Strainer
    • Clean Dusty Primary Element
    • Clean Oily or Sooty Primary Element
    • Inspect Element
    • Precautions for Alternator and Regulator
    • Handling Batteries Safely
    • Using Booster Batteries—24-Volt System
    • Using Battery Charger
    • Replacing Batteries
    • Removing Batteries
    • Fuse and Relay Panel Location
    • Replacing Fuses and Relays
    • Fuse (Blade-Type) Color Codes
    • Welding On Machine
    • Welding Near Electronic Control Units
    • Keep Electronic Control Unit Connectors Clean
    • Adding Attachments/Accessories to Roll-Over Protective Structure
    • Servicing Air Conditioning System
    • Bleeding Brakes
    • Checking Engine Speeds
    • Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps or Motors
    • Keep ROPS Installed Properly
    • Hydraulic Cab Tilt Procedure
    • Bleeding Fuel System
    • Check Oil Lines and Fittings
    • Inspect and Clean Windows
    • Hardware Torque Specifications
    • Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
    • Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
  • Miscellaneous—Operational Checkout
    • Operational Checkout
      • Operational Checks—Key Switch ON, Engine Stopped
      • Operational Checks—Key Switch ON, Engine Running
      • Steering System Checks
      • Driving Checks
      • Hydraulic System Checks
      • Cooling System Checks
      • Accessory Checks
      • Cab Components Checks
  • Miscellaneous—Troubleshooting
    • Troubleshooting Procedure
    • Engine
    • Electrical System
    • Hydraulic System
    • Diagnose Oil Cooler
    • Steering Circuit (Wheel Steer)
    • Steering Circuit (Lever Steer)
    • Lift, Tilt, Accumulator Arms, and Grapple Arms
    • Shear Grapple Arm Circuit
    • Pilot Circuit
    • Transmission
    • Differential/Axle
    • Drive Lines
    • Service Brakes
    • Park Brake
    • Air Conditioning
  • Miscellaneous—Transporting
    • Loading Machine on a Trailer
    • Towing Procedure
  • Miscellaneous—Storage
    • Prepare Machine for Storage
    • Monthly Storage Procedure
  • Miscellaneous—Machine Numbers
    • Record Product Identification Number (PIN)
    • Record Engine Serial Number
    • Record Axle Serial Number
    • Keep Proof of Ownership
    • Keep Machines Secure
  • Miscellaneous—Specifications
    • 643J Machine Dimensions
    • 643J Engine Specifications
    • 643J Hydrostatic Transmission and Axles
    • 643J Shear Specifications
    • 643J Tire Specifications
    • Other Information—643J
    • 643J Drain and Refill Capacities
    • 843J Machine Dimensions
    • 843J Engine Specifications
    • 843J Hydrostatic Transmission and Axles
    • 843J Saw Specifications
    • 843J Tire Specifications
    • Other Information—843J
    • 843J Drain and Refill Capacities
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