Exhaust Filter System Overview

LV17404
LV17404-UN-09APR13

Exhaust Filter Cleaning Mode Switch—Location

LV14473
LV14473-UN-27JUL11

Exhaust Filter Cleaning Mode Switch

A - Exhaust Filter Cleaning Mode Switch

B - Parked

C - Automatic (AUTO)

D - Disable

Your machine is equipped with an emission compliant engine, which cleans and filters the engine exhaust. Under normal machine operation and with system in Automatic (AUTO) mode, the system requires minimal operator interaction. Please read the Exhaust Filter Cleaning sections to understand when and where operator interaction is required.

IMPORTANT: Soot builds up during times when engine exhaust gas temperature is lower (lower engine speed, lower engine load). Performing extended operations at either low engine speed (below 1500 rpm) or low engine load (such as backhoe work), could result in needing a parked exhaust cleaning. Periodically monitor the machine display during these operations to determine if parked exhaust cleaning is required.

To avoid unnecessary buildup of diesel particulates or soot in the exhaust filter system:

  • Utilize AUTO exhaust filter cleaning mode.
  • Avoid unnecessary idling.
  • Use proper engine oil. (See Service Engine section for recommendations.)
  • Use only ultra low sulfur fuel. (See Service Miscellaneous section for recommendations.)

Use three position exhaust filter cleaning mode switch (A) to select exhaust filter cleaning modes; Parked (B), AUTO (C), and Disable (D).

IMPORTANT: When vehicle use is not suited for higher temperatures created by exhaust filter cleaning, use the Disable mode (D). Be sure to re-enable Automatic mode (C) as soon as possible to avoid unnecessary soot built up in exhaust filter.

Remember to select Disable mode (D) when temporarily connected to an indoor ducted exhaust system during vehicle diagnostic and repair activities.


Exhaust Filter Indicators

LV17405
LV17405-UN-09APR13

Exhaust Filter Indicators

Exhaust Filter Indicator (restriction) (A) - Indicates that buildup in the exhaust filter requires cleaning.

High Exhaust Temperature Indicator (B) - Indicates temperature in the exhaust filter high enough to conduct cleaning.


Operator Information

  1. H94828
    H94828-UN-13OCT09

    Exhaust Filter Indicator

    Description

    Recommended Procedure

    High level of soot at exhaust filter, the exhaust filter requires cleaning.

    NOTE: If no cleaning is carried out, engine power is reduced .

    Activate automatic filter cleaning; see Automatic Exhaust Filter Cleaning. Alternatively, exhaust filter cleaning with tractor parked may be carried out; see Parked Exhaust Filter Cleaning.


  2. LX1049779
    LX1049779-UN-22JUL10

    High Exhaust Temperature Indicator

    Description

    Recommended Procedure

    Exhaust filter cleaning is taking place. Exhaust temperatures are high.

    Do not interrupt automatic exhaust filter cleaning unless absolutely necessary; see Automatic Exhaust Filter Cleaning.


  3. LX1049777
    LX1049777-UN-22JUL10

    Parked Exhaust Filter Cleaning Required

    Description

    Recommended Procedure

    Very high level of soot at exhaust filter, the exhaust filter requires cleaning.

    Note: Engine power is reduced.

    Perform Parked Exhaust Filter Cleaning.


  4. LX1049776
    LX1049776-UN-22JUL10

    Service Exhaust Filter Cleaning Required

    Description

    Recommended Procedure

    Extreme level of soot in exhaust filter. When this level of contamination is reached, service cleaning must be performed.

    Note: Engine power is reduced.

    Contact your John Deere dealer and get the dealer to service-clean the exhaust filter. See Service Exhaust Filter Cleaning.


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