643H and 843H Feller-Buncher
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Introduction
Emissions Control Warranty Statement
HELP!! HELP!! HELP!! HELP!!
Section : 05OM - Safety
Safety
Use Allied Equipment Information
Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Avoid Injury From Rollover
Accidents
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Wear Your Seat Belt
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Do Not Attempt to Jump Clear of
Tipping Machine--Serious or Fatal
Crushing Injuries Will Result
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Machine Will Tip Over Faster Than
You Can Jump Free
Avoid Injury From Backover
Accidents
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Before Moving Machine, Be Sure All
Persons Are Clear of Area
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Always Be Alert for Bystanders
Moving into the Work Area. Use
Horn or Other Signal to Warn
Bystanders Before Moving Machine
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When Using a Signal Person, Keep
Person in View at All Times. Be Sure
Signal Person Is Clear Before
Backing Up
Avoid Injury From Rollaway
Accidents
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To Prevent Rollaway, Always Make
Sure Machine Is Properly Secured
Before Leaving Operator's Seat
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Death or Serious Injury May Result
If You Attempt to Mount or Stop a
Moving Machine
Inspect Machine
Use Handholds and Steps
Prevent Machine Runaway
Use Seat Belt Properly
Maintain Seat Belt
Travel Safely
Secondary Exits
Operate Machine Safely
Operating on Slopes
Avoid Power Lines
Beware of Exhaust Fumes
Keep Riders Off Machine
Handle Fluids Safely-Avoid Fires
Prepare for Emergencies
Handle Starting Fluid Safely
Clean Trash From Machine
Protect Against Flying Debris
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Handle Chemical Products Safely
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Keep ROPS Installed Properly
Keep the Operator Protective Structure (OPS) in Place
Warn Others of Service Work
Practice Safe Maintenance
Support Machine Properly
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Service Tires Safely
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Clean the Machine Regularly
Service Cooling System Safely
Store Attachments Safely
Dispose of Waste Properly
Section : 06OM - Safety Signs
Safety Signs
Section : 10OM - Operator's Station
Lever Steer Machine Controls
Wheel Steer Machine Controls
Gauges, Switches, and Indicators
Engine Coolant Level Indicator-If Equipped
Stop Indicator and Alarm
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge and Indicator
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator
Engine Air Intake Temperature Indicator (843H Only)
Alternator Voltage Indicator
Engine Air Filter Restriction Indicator
Hydraulic Oil Filter Restriction Indicator
Transmission Oil Filter Restriction Indicator
Saw Indicator and Switch-Continuous Saw Machines
Differential Lock Indicator and Switch
Lever Steer Switch (Lever Steer Machines Only)
Park Brake Switch and Indicator
Transmission Oil Temperature Gauge
Windshield Wiper and Washer
Battery Disconnect Switch
Heating and Air Conditioning Controls
Fan
AM/FM Radio and Cassette Player
CB Radio
Opening Windows
Opening Secondary Exit
Cup Holder
Windshield Washer Bottle
Seat Belt
Adjusting Operator's Seat
Adjusting Steering Wheel Tilt and Height
Fire Extinguisher
Pressurized Water System
Section : 15OM - Break-In
Engine Break-In Oil
Every 10 Hours or Daily
Every 25 Hours
After the First 100 Hours
Section : 20OM - Pre-Start Inspection
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting
Section : 25OM - Operating the Engine
Starting the Engine
Starting Fluid-If Equipped (Cold Weather Start Aid)
Using Booster Batteries-12 Volt System
Cold Weather Warm-Up
Stopping the Engine
Section : 30OM - Driving the Machine
Driving on Public Roads
General Driving Precautions
Travel Speeds
Engine Speed Control Knob
Shifting the Two-Speed Gearbox
Starting and Stopping the Machine
Using the Park Brake
Parking the Machine
Operating Lever Steering (Lever Steer Machines Only)
Lock All Compartments
Section : 35OM - Operating the Machine
Shifting the Two-Speed Gearbox
Differential Lock
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
Section : 40OM - Transporting
Loading Machine on a Trailer
Towing Procedure
Section : 45OM - Fuels and Lubricants
Diesel Fuel
Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Conditioner
Diesel Fuel Storage
Fuel Tank
Do Not Use Galvanized Containers
Diesel Engine Oil
Hydraulic System1, Differential, Pump Drive Gearbox, Two-Speed Gearbox and Cab Tilt Pump Reservoir Oil
Grease
Oil Filters
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Lubricant Storage
Mixing of Lubricants
Section : 50OM - Periodic Maintenance
Service Your Machine at Specified Intervals
Check the Hour Meter Regularly
Use Correct Fuels and Lubricants
Prepare Machine for Maintenance
Locking and Unlocking Machine Frame
Boom Lock
Opening Grille Door
Machine Service Position-Saw
Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System
OILSCAN Plus,® CoolScan Plus® and 3-Way Coolant Test Kit
Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System
Section : 55OM - Maintenance-As Required
Check and Inspect Saw/Shear
Check Tire Pressure
Check Wheel Cap Screw Torque
Check Air Filter Restriction Indicator
Check Fire Extinguisher
Fill and Charge Pressurized Water System
Drain Water from Fuel Tank
Check Radiator, Oil Cooler and Charge Air Cooler
Check Water Separator
Check and Drain Primary Fuel Filter (Water Separator)
Check Air Conditioning Condenser
Section : 60OM - Maintenance-Every 10 Hours or Daily
Check Hydraulic Oil Level
Check Recovery Tank Coolant Level (643H)
Check Engine Oil Level
Check Air Cleaner Unloader Valve
Section : 65OM - Maintenance-Every 25 Hours
Lubricate Tilt and Lift Cylinders, and Articulation Points
Front Steering Cylinder Pivots
Oscillation Supports and Rear Steering Cylinder Pivots
Check Cab Fresh Air Filter
Section : 75OM - Maintenance-Every 250 Hours
Lubricate Axle Bearings
Check Receiver Dryer Moisture Indicator
Check Radiator Coolant Level (643H)
Check Surge Tank Coolant Level (843H)
Change Engine Oil and Filter
Check Cab Recirculating Air Filter
Section : 80OM - Maintenance-Every 500 Hours
Check Two-Speed Gearbox Oil Level
Replace Hydrostatic Transmission Filter
Replace Hydraulic Return Oil Filter
Replace Primary Fuel Filter (Water Separator)
Replace Final Fuel Filter
Check Pump Drive Gearbox Oil Level
Check Rear Differential Oil Level
Check Coolant In Radiator
Check Belt Tensioner Spring Tension and Belt Wear
Check Park Brake Oil Level
Section : 85OM - Maintenance-Every 1000 Hours
Change Two-Speed Gearbox Oil
Replace Air Cleaner Elements
Replace Air Cleaner Unloader Valve
Clean Engine Crankcase Vent Tube
Change Pump Drive Gearbox Oil
Change Front Differential Oil
Change Rear Differential Oil
Change Park Brake Oil
Section : 86OM - Maintenance-Every 1500 Hours
Change Hydraulic Oil and Clean Suction Screens
Section : 87OM - Maintenance-Every 2000 Hours
Adjust Engine Valve Lash (Clearance)
Section : 88OM - Maintenance-Every 4500 Hours
Replace Engine Crankshaft Damper
Section : 90OM - Maintenance
Draining Cooling System
Diesel Engine Coolant
Cooling System Fill and Deaeration Procedure
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
Checking Fuel Level
Clean Dusty Primary Element
Clean Oily or Sooty Primary Element
Inspect Element
Precautions for Alternator and Regulator
Using Battery Charger
Replacing Batteries
Removing Batteries
Replacing Fuses
Fuse Location
Fuse (Blade-Type) Color Codes
Changing Reverse Warning Alarm Volume
Welding on Machine
Adding Attachments/Accessories to Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
Servicing Air Conditioning System
Bleeding Brakes
Adjusting Engine Speed Control Linkage
Fuel Shut-Off Solenoid Adjustment
Check Engine Speeds
Checking Windshield Regularly
Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Straining Screens
Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps or Motors
Hardware Torque Specifications
Keep ROPS Installed Properly
Checking Cable Guards
Hydraulic Cab Tilt Procedure
Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
Check Oil Lines and Fittings
Service Recommendations for O-Ring Boss Fittings
Service Recommendations for Flat Face O-Ring Seal Fittings
Service Recommendations For Inch Series Four Bolt Flange Fittings
Service Recommendations for Metric Series Four Bolt Flange Fitting
Section : 95OM - Operational Checkout
Operational Checkout
Section : 100OM - Troubleshooting
Using Troubleshooting Charts
Engine
Electrical System
Hydraulic System
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
Section : 105OM - Storage
Prepare Machine for Storage
Monthly Storage Procedure
Section : 110OM - Machine Numbers
Record Product Identification Number (PIN)
Record Engine Serial Number
Record Axle Serial Number
Section : 115OM - Specifications
643H (Shown with Continuous Saw)
643H Engine Specifications
Hydrostatic Transmission and Axles
Shear Specifications
Tire Specifications
Other Information
Drain and Refill Capacities-643H
843H (Shown with Continuous Saw)
843H Engine Specifications
Hydrostatic Transmission and Axles
Saw Specifications
Tire Specifications
Other Information
Drain and Refill Capacities-843H
Section : 120OM - Crime Prevention Tips
Help Prevent Crime
Record Construction Identification Numbers
Keep Proof of Ownership
Park Indoors Out of Sight
When Parking Outdoors
Reduce Vandalism
Report Thefts Immediately
Section : SLITOM - John Deere Service Literature Available
Parts Catalog
Operator's Manual
Technical and Service Manuals
Fundamentals of Service Manuals
Section : CLISOM - Checklists
Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System
Section : IBCOM - John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job
At Your Service When You Need It