Description
John Deere 8100, 8200, 8300 and 8400 Tractors Operator’s Manual (OMAR162529)
John Deere 8100, 8200, 8300 and 8400 Tractors INDEX:
Safety
Safety Signs
Controls and Instruments
Front Console
Corner Post Display
Side Console
Controls
Vehicle Monitor Warning System
Vehicle Monitor
Calibrating Tire Size—with Radar
Calibrating Radar .
Performance Monitor—Optional
Lights
Operating Lights
Operating Hazard Light
Operating Turn Signals, Horn and
High/Low Beam
Seven-Terminal Outlet
Nine-Terminal Connector
Operator Station
Adjusting Air Suspension Seat
Positioning Steps and Handrails
Controlling Temperature
Operating Windshield Wiper
Adjusting Steering Wheel
Operating the Radio
Field Office
Accessory Electrical Outlets
Auxiliary Power Strip
Installing Mobile Radio and Antenna
Using Monitor Mounts
Operating the Engine
Emissions
Pre-Starting Checks
Starting the Engine
Stopping the Engine
Using Field Cruise
Cold Weather Starting
Auxiliary Heaters
Using a Booster Battery
Operating the Tractor
Avoid Contact with Pesticides
Operating Transmission
PTO Load Factor
Transmission Diagnostics Codes
using Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive
using Differential Lock
Using the Brakes
Hitch
Hitch Components
Hitch Controls
using External Raise/Lower Switch
I-Ising Sway Blocks
Attaching Implement to Quick Coupler
Detaching Implement from Quick Coupler
Adjusting Center Link
Adjusting Lift Links
Using Correct Hitch Category
TouchSet Scraper Control
TouchSet Scraper Control
Enabling System
Attaching Scraper
Checking Scraper Control Operations With
Depth Control System
Detaching Implement
Restoring SCV Control
Hydraulics and Selective Control Valves
using Tractor Hydraulics .
Cylinder Hoses
SCV Touchset Controls and Monitor
Adjusting Selective Control Valve Flow Rate
Adjusting Detent Time
using SCV Control Levers
Remote Hydraulic Connections
Hydraulic Component Identification
Connecting Hydraulic Implements
Using Hydraulic Motor Return
Using Power-Beyond Valve and Couplers
Examples Using Load-Sensing Hydraulic
System
Cylinder Stop
Drawbar and PTO
Adjusting Drawbar
Operating Rear PTO .
Optimum Performance/BaIlast
General Performance Guidelines .
Controlling Power HOP
Ballasting Guide
Measuring Wheel Slip
Determining Maximum Ballast
Liquid Ballast
Rear Cast Iron Weights
Towed Scrapers
Implement Codes
Installing Quik-TatchTU Weights
Wheels, Tires, and Treads
General Wheel, Tire and Tread
Guidelines
Recommended Pressures
Use Correct Tire Combinations .
Tightening Rear Wheel Bolts
Tightening Front Wheel and Axle Bolts
Front Axle Tread Settings
Standard Settings
With Extensions
Adjusting Front Axle
Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive Tread
Settings
Setting Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive
Steering Stops
Adjusting Rear Wheels
Rear Tread Ranges
Transport
Driving Tractor on Roads
Towing Loads
Towing Tractor
Freeing a Mired Machine
Fuels. Lubricants, and Coolant
Diesel Fuel
Diesel Engine Oil
Liquid Coolant Conditioner ,
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
MFWD Housing Oil
MFWD Gear Oil .
Break-ln Period
Break-ln Check
First 100 Hours
After First 100 Hours
Service
Service Intervals
Removing and Installing Front Grille
Removing Side Shields
Removing Hood
Accessing Batteries
Using High-pressure Washers
using Compressed Air
Servicing Implements
Service/Daily or Every IO Hours
Check Engine Oil Level
Check Coolant Level
Drain Water Separator
Check Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Level
Lubricate Front Wheel Bearings
Lubricate Front Axle
Lubricate MFWD Axle
Lubricate Three-Point Hitch and Lift Links
Lubricate Rockshaft
Check All Tires
Service/250 Hours
Change Engine Oil and Filter
Check Manual Brakes
Service Batteries
Drain Fuel Tank Sump
Inspect for Loose Bolts
Check Neutral Start System
Check Park Brake System
Clean Operator Enclosure Air Filter
Lubricate Front Axle or MFWD Axle
Check MFWD Axle Housing and Wheel
Hub Oil Level
Inspect Fire Extinguisher
Service/750 Hours
Replace Transmission/Hydraulic Filter
Element
Check Air Intake System
Check Engine Idle Speeds
Add Coolant Conditioner
Clean Fuel Tank Vent Filter
Service/1500 Hours
Change Transmission-Hydraulic Oil .
Drain Clean Oil Reservoir
Clean Transmission Filter Screen
Clean Hydraulic Oil Suction Screen .
Change MFV’/D Hub and Axle Housing
Oil
Lubricate Draft Link Support Shaft
Bushing
Check Alternator Belt Tensioner
Check Fan Belt Tensioner
Service/2000 Hours
Adjust Engine Valve Clearance
Service/AnnuaI
Replace Air Cleaner Elements
ServiceITwo Years
Flush Cooling System and Replace
Thermostats
Service/As Requ ired
Replace Transmission/HydrauliC Filter
Element
Relieve Fuel System Pressure
Service Fuel Prefilter
Replace Water Separator
Replace Fuel Filter .
Bleed Fuel system
Test Thermostats
Bleed Brakes
Check Engine Compartment for
Accumulated Trash and Debris
Clean Grille Screens, Radiator and
Oil-Coolor Condenser
service Air Pre-Cleaner
Service Air Cleaner
Replace Alternator Belt
Replace Fan Belt .
Light/Bulbs Replacement
Replace Fuses and Relays
Load Center Fuses
Load Center Relays and Diodes
Service Air Conditioner
Replacing Alternator .
Troubleshooting
Engine
Transmission
Hydraulic System
Brakes
Hitch
Hydraulics/Selective Control Valve
Electrical System
Operator Enclosure
Tractor Operation .
Diagnostic Codes
Diagnostic Codes .
Storage
Crime Tips
Specifications
Identification Numbers
Lubrication and Maintenance Charts
Glossary
Index
