1450, 1550, 1450 CWS, 1550 CWS, 1450 WTS and 1550 WTS Combines

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

Foreword

Section : 00 - Identification Views

Combines Covered in This Manual

Section : 05 - Safety

Recognize Safety Information
Follow Safety Instructions
Observe Road Traffic Regulations
Avoid Machinery Runaway
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Prepare for Emergencies
Wear Protective Clothing
Handle Fuel SafelyAvoid Fires
Check Machine Safety
Transporting The Combine on a Truck
Driving The Combine
Riders
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Guards and Shields
Stay Clear of Harvesting Units
Keep Hands Away From Knives
Stay Clear From Straw Chopper
Stay Clear of Auger
Transport With Header Installed
Ballasting for Safe Ground Contact
Swing in Grain Tank Unloading Auger
Parking and Leaving the Combine
Operating The Engine
Practice Safe Maintenance
Service Machines Safely
Support machine securely
Servicing the Engine
Retorque Wheel Nuts
Avoid high-Pressure Fluids
Prevent Battery Explosions
Handle Batteries Safely
Service Tires Safely
Service Cooling System Safely
Observe Environmental Protection Regulations
Road Safety Tumbler Switch
Emergency Exit
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating

Section : 10 - Safety Decals

Pictorial Safety Signs
Operator's Manual
Repair and Maintenance
Front Access Ladder and Platform
Fire Extinguisher
Feeder House Drive, Right and Left-Hand Side
Below Feeder House
Unloading Auger
Left-Hand Side Guard, Fan and Walker Drive Guard
Chaff Spreader and Straw Chopper
Straw chopper
Rear Access Ladder and Service Platform
Right-Hand Side Guard
Hydraulic Reverser
Front Wheel Attaching Nuts
Rear Wheel Attaching Bolts

Section : 15 - Controls and Instruments

General View of Controls and Instruments
Switch Console
Potentiometers on Switch Console
Switch Console (Continued)
Switch Console (Continued)
Corner Post
Switch Console (Continued)
Hydrostatic ground speed drive lever
Roof Console
Roof Console
Steering Column
Types of Switches
Header Drive Tumbler Switch (With Operating Lock)
Separator Tumbler Switch (With Operating Lock)
Unloading Auger Swing Tumbler Switch (With Center Position)
Reel Speed Control Switch (DIAL-A-SPEED™)
Adjustment, Reel Speed
Selector Switch for Header Tilt Adjustment and Fore-and-Aft Adjustment of Reel
Demoisturizer Tumbler Switch
Mirror Heater Tumbler Switch (Option CWS)
Switch for Electrically Adjustable Outside Mirrors (Option CWS)
Windshield Wiper Switch
Windshield Washer Rocker Switch
Throttle Lever (1450 and 1550)
Throttle Rocker Switch (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Gear Shift Lever
Rotary Fan Switch
Rotary Switch - Cooling Compartment
Rotary Switch - Air Conditioning/Heater
Cylinder Speed Switch
Fan Speed Switch
Concave Clearance Adjusting Switch
Unloading Auger Drive Switch
Quick "STOP" Switch
Road Safety Tumbler Switch (Red)
Horn Button
Start key
Feeder House/Header Reverser
Chopper Distributor Adjustment (Rocker Switch with Center Position) ( Option CWS)
Area Counter - Function Keys (CWS)
Area Counter - Setting up (CWS)
Area Counter - Encode of Wheel Circumference (CWS)
Area Counter - Encode of Working Width (CWS)
Area Counter - Function Keys (CWS)
Area Counter - Speedometer (CWS)
Area Counter - Meter Counter (CWS)
Area Counter - Fault Finding (CWS)
Area Counter - Error Indication (CWS)

Section : 20 - Warning Devices and Monitors

Indicator Lights I
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Light
Coolant Temperature Indicator Light
Parking Brake Indicator Light
Indicator light
Hydrostatic Transmission Oil Temperature Indicator Light
Straw Warning Device Indicator Light
Straw Chopper Speed Indicator Light
Tailings Elevator Indicator Light
Straw Walker Indicator Light
Clean Grain Elevator Indicator Light
Fan Indicator Light
Threshing Cylinder Indicator Light
Indicator Lights II
Air Intake Temperature Indicator Light (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Fuel Level Indicator Light
Air Cleaner Indicator Light
Hydraulic Oil Filter Indicator Light
Indicator light
Alternator Indicator Light
Indicator light
Grain Tank Indicator Light (3/4)
Indicator Light For Grain Tank Three-Quarters Full, And Beacon Light Switch
Grain Tank Indicator Light (Full)
Unloading Auger Drive Indicator Light
Indicator light
Air Conditioner Indicator Light (High Pressure)
Indicator light
Indicator light
Indicator light
Harvest Performance Monitor Gauge
Distributor Plate Gauge (Option CWS)
Fuel Gauge
Coolant Temperature Gauge
Header Height Gauge (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Rigid Platform - Ground Pressure Gauge (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Cutterbar Pressure Gaube (1450 and 1550 with 600 Series Flex Platforms)
Engine Electronic System Diagnostic Gauge (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Viewing Active DTCs on Diagnostic Gauge
Area Counter (CWS)
INFOTRAK™ Monitor
Infotrak Monitor Functions
Infotrak Monitor Functions (Continued)
Setting and Displaying Time
Input of Specific Machine Data
Software version
Machine Code
Transmission Speed Ratio Code
Tire Radius Code
Determining Tire Radius
Engine Impulse Code
Setting Threshing Cylinder Alarm Speed
Setting Fan Alarm Speed
Infotrak Monitor Service Information
Low Shaft Speed Monitor System - Protected Components
Harvest Performance Monitor
Preliminary Adjustments On Combine Harvester
Switching on The Harvest Performance Monitor
Operational Adjustment of Harvest Performance Monitor I
Operational Adjustment of Harvest Performance Monitor (Continued)
Operational Adjustment of Harvest Performance Monitor I
Operational Check of Harvest Performance Monitor
Straw warning device

Section : 25 - Lighting System and Signals

Parking Light and Headlight Tumbler Switch
Full and Low-Beam Tumbler Switch
Full-Beam Indicator Light
Headlights
Turn-Signal Lights
Turn-Signal Indicator Light
Rear Turn-Signal Lights, Tail Lights and Stop Lights
Tumbler Switch For Work Lights on Cab Roof and Unloading Auger
Work Lights on Cab Roof and Unloading Auger
Tumbler Switch for Work Lights on Operator'S Platform and Mirror Arms
Work Lights on Operator's Platform And Mirror Arms
Engine Compartment Lighting
Tumbler Switch for Grain Tank Lighting
Light Inside Straw Hood
Beacon Lights
Tumbler Switch for Hazard Warning Lights
Using Hazard Warning Lights
Tumbler Switch for Indicator Light Bulb Test

Section : 30 - Operator's Cab

Cab Ladder Access
Opening Cab Door
Adjusting Mechanical Operator's Seat Position (CWS)
Adjusting Mechanical Operator's Seat Position
Adapting Seat to Operator's Weight
Adjusting Lumbar Support (Only Mechanical Seat - CWS)
Adjusting the Armrest
R.H. Armrest - Fore-And-Aft Adjustment
R.H. Armrest Storage Compartment
Cover of R.H. Armrest
Ashtray
Air Comfort Seat (Option)
Passenger Seat
Storage Compartment For Operator's Manuals
Cooling Compartment
Steering Wheel Height Adjustment
Steering Column Tilt Adjustment
Foot Brakes
Parking Brake
Releasing Parking Brake
Cab Side Window
Sun visor
Outside Mirrors
Turn On Heater (CWS)
Adjustable Air Louvers
Interior Lighting
Radio And Citizens' Band Radio (Special Equipment)

Section : 35 - Pre-Starting Checks

Daily Checks
Engine Oil Level
Hydraulic Oil Level
Hydrostatic Oil Level
Coolant Level
Fuel Level
Windshield Washer Reservoir
After Long Storage Period
Tires
Fuel System
Lubricate Combine
Checks In Operator's Cab

Section : 40 - Operating the Engine

Breaking In The Engine
Safety Rules For Starting Engine
Before Starting the Engine
Turn On Ignition
Starting the Engine
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Light
Warming Up Engine
Idling The Engine
Starting the Engine by Means of a Booster Battery
Operating In Tropical Conditions
Stopping the Engine
Stalling of Engine

Section : 45 - Driving and Transporting the Combine

Transporting The Combine on a Truck
Starting the Engine
Steering and Driving
Releasing Parking Brake
Operating the Foot Brakes
Engaging a Gear (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Engaging a Gear (1450 and 1550)
Road Safety Tumbler Switch (Red)
Forward and Reverse Travel
Reverse Travel Alarm (CWS)
Choosing Correct Ground Speed
Avoid Overheating of Hydrostatic System
Transport Information
Transporting Under Own Power
Road Safety Tumbler Switch
Towing the Harvester

Section : 50 - Wheels, Axles and Additional Weights

Tire Maintenance
Tubeless Tires
Tightening Wheel Nuts
Mounting Tires
Changing Tires
Rear Axle Toe-In
Tire Pressure
Counterweights

Section : 55 - Preparations and Field Operation

Fundamentals of Combine Operation
Cutting and Harvesting Unit
Cutting Platform
Feeder House Operation
Separator
Adjustment of Cylinder and Concave
Adjusting Cylinder Speed and Concave for Normal Crop
Adjusting Cylinder Speed and Concave for Coarse Crop
Separating Process
Grain Cleaning Process
Grain Recovery Process
Evaluating Threshing Action
Examining Threshed Straw and Grain Losses at Rear of Combine
Grain Tank Sample
Examination of Tailings
Inadequate Tailings
Identifying Threshing Problems
Overthreshing
Underthreshing
Adjusting Fan Speed
Adjusting The Chaffer
Sistema Slope Master
Adjusting the Sieve
Acceptable Grain Losses
What Does Loss of Grain Really Mean?
Correct Adjustment = More Money
Determining Grain Losses
Determining Grain Losses
Explanation of Examples
Causes of Grain Losses
Cutting Platform Losses
Threshing Unit Losses
Straw Walker Losses
Sieve Losses
Prevention of Grain Losses - General
Threshing Adjustments - General Information
Basic Adjustments Charts
Soybeans
Wheat
Rice
Corn
Beans
Herbage
Sorghum
Oats
Sunflowers
Barley
Rape
Pea
Linseed
Preparations Before Changing Crop
Preparations for Harvesting Grain Crops
Preparations for Harvesting Corn
Preparations for Harvesting Oil Seed Crops
Operating the Combine
Header Autofloat Control - Rigid Platforms (CWS)
Header Height Automatic Control - Rigid Platforms 600 Series (CWS)
Header Height Automatic Control - Rigid Platforms 600 Series (CWS)
Header Function Resume Controls

Section : 60 - Feeder House

Cutting and Harvesting Unit-Cutting Platform Installation
Hydraulic Connections
Sprockets (PC 300R)
Installing the Chain and Shield (PC 300R)
Connecting the Transmission
Checking Header Levelling
Locking Header Lift Cylinders
Feeder House Third Lift Cylinder
Removing the Header
Bracket For Hydraulic Hoses (300 Series Feeder House)
Adjusting Floating Drum Height (Only for Feeder House 300 Series)
Adjusting Floating Drum Height (Only for Feeder House 600 Series)
Adjusting Feeder House Front Face Angle
Adjusting Tension of Feeder House Conveyor Chains - 300 Series
Adjusting Tension of Feeder House Conveyor Chains (600 Series Feeder House)
Header Lateral Tilt Locking › Only for Argentine

Section : 65 - Separator and Cleaning Unit

Cylinder Front Inspection Cover
Cylinder Side Inspection Ports
Opening Stone Trap Bottom Plate
Cylinder Bars
Rotating Cylinder By Hand
Cylinder Drive Reduction Gear (Option)
Cylinder Drive Reduction Gear (Option) - Operation
Cylinder Drive Reduction Gear Housing
Concave And Cylinder Alignment
Concave and Cylinder Clearance Adjustment
Adjusting Concave Extension
Special Beater Wear Plates
Cylinder Baffle
Concave De-Awning Plates
Rice Harvesting Attachment
Rice Concave and Cylinder - Adjustment
Tooth Concave Closure Plates
Straw Walker Types
Straw Walker Fishbacks
Straw Walker Curtain
Adjusting Straw Walker Bearings
Cleaner Arms And Connecting Rods
Cleaner-Sieves
Chaffer Extension
Adjusting The Chaffer Extension Angle
Chaffer Extension Inserts (Slope Master)
Removing Chaffer Extension
Removing Chaffer
Grain Retention Plate
Adjusting Grain Retention Plate
Removing Grain Sieve
Cleaning The Chaffers And Sieves
Opening The Pan
Adjusting Air Flow Direction
Adjusting Fan Speed
Corn Concave
Special Kit for Corn

Section : 70 - Chaff Spreader and Straw Chopper

Straw Chopper (Special Equipment)
Operating Straw Chopper
Engaging Straw Chopper (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Engaging Straw Chopper (1450 and 1550)
Reducing Straw Chopper Rotation Speed
Adjusting Counter-Knives (CWS)
Adjusting Counter-Knives (1450 and 1550)
Chopping Corn and Sunflowers
Replacing Rotating Knives
Replacing Counter-Knives
Moving Straw Distributor Into Operating Position
Relocating Guard Rail (CWS)
Adjusting Straw Deflectors
Adjusting Straw Deflectors - Electrical Straw Distributor (Option CWS)
Driving on Public Roads
Moving Straw Distributor Into Transport Position
Chaff Spreader Drive (1450 and 1550)
Folding Down the Chaff Spreader (1450 and 1550)
Chaff Spreader (1450 and 1550) - Placing Back in Working Position
Chaff Spreader (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Chaff Spreader (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS) - Vertical Position
Chaff Spreader (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS) - Changing from Vertical to Horizontal Position
Chaff Spreader (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS) - Lateral Swing
Chaff Spreader (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS) - Speed Adjustment

Section : 75 - Grain Tank Loading and Unloading

Grain Tank Window
Lower Elevator Inspection Door
Elevator Augers
Clean Grain Elevator Upper Cover
Grain Tank Cover
Grain Tank Extension (Option CWS)
Access to Grain Tank (Option CWS)
Lower Auger Covers
Auger Feeder
Checking Elevator Conveyor Chain Tension
Adjusting Tailings Elevator Conveyor Chain
Adjusting Clean Grain Elevator Conveyor Chain

Section : 80 - Fuel, Lubricants and Coolant

Fuel
Handle Fuel SafelyAvoid Fires
Filling Fuel Tank
Diesel Engine Oil (CWS)
Diesel Engine Oil SAE 15W-40 (1450 and 1550)
Crankcase Capacities, Including Filter Change
Air Compressor Crankcase Capacity
Engine Coolant
Cooling System Capacity
Transmission Oil
Use of Transmission Oil
Final Drives
Cylinder Drive Reduction Gear
Chaff Spreader Gear Box (1450 and 1550)
System Hydraulic Oil
Hydraulic System Oil - Capacity
Hydrostatic Oil
Brake Fluid for Brake System
Grease
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Storing lubricants
Use Genuine John Deere Parts

Section : 85 - Lubrication Chart, Periodic Service

Lubrication Points - Right Side
Lubrication Points - Left Side
Service During The Break-In Period
Service Intervals
Every 10 Horas
After The First 100 Hours
Every 100 Horas
Every 200 Horas
Every 250 Horas
Every 500 Horas
Every 750 Horas
Every 1000 Horas
Every 1500 Horas
Every 2000 Horas
After Each Harvesting Season
Belts
Chains

Section : 90 - Service - Engine

Tool Box
Access to Engine
Engine Compartment
Adjusting Engine Valve Tappets
Checking Engine Crankcase Oil Level
Changing Oil and Filter
Changing Oil of Air Compressor
Avoid high-Pressure Fluids
Do Not Modify Fuel System
Fuel System on 6.8 L Engines (1450)
Fuel System on 6.8 L Engine (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Fuel System on 8.1 L Engines (1550)
Fuel Tank Cap
Fuel Tank Water Trap
Cleaning The Fuel System Water Trap (1450 e 1550)
Mechanical Fuel Transfer Pump - 6.8 L Engines
Cleaning The Fuel System Water Trap (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Emptying Fuel Filter - 6.8 L Engines (1450) and 8.1 L Engines (1550)
Emptying Fuel Filter - 6.8 L Engines (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Bleeding The Fuel System
Bleed the Fuel System - 6.8 L Engine (1450)
Replacing Fuel Filter Element- 6.8 L Engines (1450, 1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Bleed the Fuel System - 8.1 L Engine (1550)
Replacing Fuel Filter Element 8.1 L Engine (1550)
Checking Injection Nozzles
Bleed at Fuel Injection Nozzles - Engine Without ECU
Bleed the Fuel System - Engine using ECU
Engine Coolant
Radiator Coolant Level
Cooling, Air Intake and Exhaust System (1450)
Cooling, Air Intake and Exhaust System (1550)
Cooling, Air Intake and Exhaust System (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Replacing Thermostat
Checking Belt Tensioner Spring Tension And Belt Wear
Checking Tensioner Spring Tension
Replacing Fan/Alternator V-Belt
Cleaning Rotary Screen, Oil Cooler, Condenser and Radiator
Replacing (Engine) Cooling Fan Belt
Rotary Screen Belt Routing
Replacing Rotary Screen Drive Belt
Replacing Rotary Screen External Drive Belt
Adjust Rotatory Screen Knife Comb
Replacing Rotary Screen Rake Bar
Flushing Sequence - Cooling System
Radiator Drain
Drain Plug For Engine Coolant
Removing Air Filter
Inspecting Element
Cleaning Elelement
Washing Element
Turbocharger
Crankshaft Damper Inspection

Section : 95 - Service - Compressed Air System

Compressed Air System Reservoir
Draining The Air Reservoir
Air Hose
Using Compressed Air
Adjusting Compressor Drive Belt Tension

Section : 100 - Service - Drives and Shields

Transporting The Combine on a Truck
Right Side Shields
Opening The Large Side Shield
Opening The Fan Shield
Threshing Cylinder Pulley Shield - CWS
Left Side Shields
Opening The Large Side Shield
Opening The Straw Chopper and Chaff Spreader Idler Pulley Shield
Opening The Header Drive Shield
Drive Chain Tension
Adjusting Hydraulic Pump Belt Tension
Adjusting Feeder House Slip Clutch
Adjusting Header Drive Chain
Replacing Feeder House Drive Belt
Feeder House Hydraulic Reverser Drive Chain Guard
Replacing Threshing Unit Drive Belt
Adjusting Threshing Unit Belt Guide
Adjusting Hydraulic Variable Speed Drive
Replacing Cylinder Variable Drive Belt-Combines With Posi-Torq Cylinder Drive
Straw Walker V-Belt Tension
Adjusting Straw Walker Drive Chain Tension
Adjusting Straw Walker Slip Clutch
Adjusting Fan Variable Speed Drive Belt Tension
Replacing Fan/Alternator V-Belt
Adjusting Tailings Elevator Drive Belt Tension
Adjusting Tailings Elevator Slip Clutch
Adjusting Tailings Auger Drive
Adjusting Clean Grain Elevator Slip Clutch
Clean Grain Elevator Drive Belt
Adjusting Upper Auger Drive Chain
Adjusting Unloading Paddle Drive Chain
Adjusting Unloading System Drive
Adjusting Unloading Tube Auger Drive Chain
Tensioning Straw Chopper Intermediate Drive Belt

Section : 105 - Service - Electrical System

Specifications, Electrical System
Prevent Battery Explosions
Removing the Battery
Cleaning the Battery
Battery Electrolyte Level
Storing the Battery
Battery Switch
Installing and Connecting the Battery
Alternator
Starting Motor
Electronic Boards
Removing Electrical Box
Access to the Relay Diode Board
Fuses On Fuse Board
Fuse Tester
Relays On Fuse Board
Relay and Diode Board
Starting Motor Relay (1450 and 1550)
Starting Motor Relay (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Solenoid Valves (Main Hydraulic Block)
Solenoid Valves (Secondary Hydraulic Block)
Error Codes, INFOTRAK Monitor
Automatic Header Control System Error Codes
Header Test Procedures
AHC Calibration Procedure (600 Series)
Header Calibration Procedure (Series 600) - Step by Step
Rigid Platform Calibration Procedure (600 Series)
AHC Calibration Error Codes (600 Series)
Dipswitches On Reel Speed Control Board
Error Codes, Reel Speed Control Board

Section : 110 - Service - Hydraulic System

Avoid high-Pressure Fluids
Hydraulic System Description
Pressure Relief Valves
Functions of the Valves on the Block
Cutting Platform Raising and Lowering Speed Adjustment
Hydraulic System Reservoir Oil Level
Changing The Hydraulic Oil and Filter
Draining The Hydraulic System Oil
Refilling The Hydraulic System
Bleeding Reel Raise and Lower System
Bleeding Reel Forward and Backward Hydraulic Circuit
Accumulators

Section : 115 - Service - Ground Speed Drive and Brakes

Brake System
Brake Fluid Reservoir
Adjusting Foot Brakes
Parking Brake
Hydrostatic Drive Components (1450 and 1550)
Hydrostatic Drive Components (1450 CWS and 1550 CWS)
Changing Hydrostatic Drive Oil And Filter
Cleaning Oil Cooler
Transmission
Final Drives
Adjusting Play of Final Drive Flanged Axle Bearings
Tightening Front Axle Attaching Screws
Steering System Components

Section : 120 - Service - Air Conditioning and Heating

Air Conditioning System Components
Heater Components
Air Intake And Distribution
Compressor Drive Belt
Refrigerant Level
Low Pressure Switch
High Pressure Switch
Cleaning Condenser
Cab Filters
Removing Paper (Main) Filter Element
Cleaning Paper Filter Elements
Removing Cab Recirculating Filter
Air Intake Opening
Condensed Water Drain Hose

Section : 125 - Storage

After The Season
After The Season - Engine
After The Season - Air Conditioning System
Removing Combine From Storage
Removing Combine From Storage - Engine
Removing Combine From Storage - Air Conditioning System

Section : 130 - Specifications

Combines 1450 CWS, 1550 CWS, 1450 and 1550 - Specifications
Feeder House
Separator
Stone Trap
Straw Walkers
Cleaning System
Grain Tank
Capacities - General
Electrical System
Hydraulic System
Transmission
Steering System
Sound Level
Weight-Without Header1
Engine 1450
Engine 1450 CWS
Engine 1550
Engine 1550 CWS
Wheels - 1450
Wheels -1550
Wheels - 1450 CWS
Wheels -1550 CWS
Dimensions 1450 and 1550
Dimensions 1450 and 1550 (Continued)
Dimensions 1450 CWS and 1550 CWS
Dimensions 1450 CWS and 1550 CWS (Continued)
Metric torque values
Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
Declaration of Conformity
Safety Note Regarding the Subsequent Installation of Electrical and Electronic Appliances and/or Components

Section : 135 - Serial Number

Type Plates
Product Identification Number - Combines 1450 and 1550
Product Identification Number - Combines 1450 CWS and 1550 CWS
Engine Serial Number
Three-Speed Transmission Serial Number

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