522 and 542 Loaders
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Foreword
Dealer's Record
Predelivery
Delivery
After-Sale
Record Product Identification Number
Keep Proof of Ownership
Keep Machines Secure
Section : 05 - Safety
Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Protect People and Animals
Avoid Injury or Death from Rollover Accidents
Avoid Power Lines
Dig Safely
Use Correct Lift Cylinder Position-522 Loader
Detach Loader Safely
Avoid Injury or Death from Falling Round Bales
Transporting Round Bales Safely
Keep Riders Off Machine
Transport Safely
Operate Bucket/Attachment Safely
Carry Materials Safely
Safe Loader Operation on Slopes
Driving on Public Roads
Service Loader Safely
Check Hoses for Damage
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Store Attachments Safely
Section : 10 - Safety Signs
Safety Sign Locations
Section : 15 - Preparing the Tractor
Approved Tractors for 522 Loader
Approved Tractors for 542 and 542 Self-Leveling Loaders
Front Tire Requirements for 522 Loader
Front Tire Requirements for 542 Loader without Mechanical Self-Level
Front Tire Requirements for 542 Loader with Mechanical Self-Level
Inflating Front Tires
Front Tread and Steering Stop Settings-5000 Series MFWD Tractors without Fenders (Except 5105 and 5205 Tractors)
Front Tread and Steering Stop Settings-5105 and 5205 MFWD Tractors
Front Tread and Steering Stop Settings-5000 Series MFWD Tractors With Fenders
Front Tread and Steering Stop Settings-5000N Series MFWD Tractors
Front Tread and Steering Stop Settings-6403 and 6603 MFWD Tractors Without Fenders
Turn Angle Versus Steering Stop Length Chart (5000 Series Tractors)
Front Tread Settings-All Tractors Except 5000 Series
Removing Front Weights
Rear Tread Settings
Rear Ballast Requirements-522 Loader, All Tractors Except 5105 and 5205
Rear Ballast Requirements-522 Loader, 5105 and 5205 Tractors
Rear Ballast Requirements-542 Loader without Mechanical Self-Level
Rear Ballast Requirements-542 Loader with Mechanical Self-Level
Attaching Ballast Box to Tractor Hitch
Adding Ballast To Hitch-All Tractors Except 5000N Series
Adding Ballast to Hitch-5000N Series Tractors
Adjust Lever Stops For SCV Operated Loader-20, 30, 40, 50, and 55 Series Tractor
Changing SCV Detent Selector and Flow Control (If Equipped)
Section : 20 - Controls
Operating Loader with Multi-Function Control Lever
Locking Out Multi-Function Control Lever
Operating Loader with Selective Control Valve (SCV) Levers
Section : 25 - Detaching Loader
Removing Ballast Box
Detaching Loader
Section : 30 - Attaching Loader
Attaching Loader
Section : 35 - Transporting
Carrying Loads
Keep Riders Off Machine
Lock Out Multi-Function Control Lever
Driving on Public Roads
Section : 40 - Operating Loader
Preoperating Checks
Using Ballast Box
Avoid Rollover Accidents
Using Bucket Level Indicator
Leveling and Scraping Forward
Leveling in Reverse
Carrying Material
Removing Material from a Pile
Loading Operations
Digging
Backfilling
Detaching the Bucket or Attachment
Attaching the Bucket or Attachment
Attachments Available
Section : 45 - Lubrication and Maintenance
Lubricating and Maintaining Loader Safely
Perform Lubrication and Maintenance
Observe Lubrication Symbols
Grease
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
First 10 Hours
Every 10 Hours-522 Loader
Every 10 Hours-542 Loader
Every 50 Hours
Every Two Years (522 Only-If Equipped)
Section : 50 - Service
Servicing Loader and/or Tractor Safely (Loader Attached)
Keep Service Area Clean
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
O-Ring Installation
Tightening Procedure for Fittings
Replacing Hydraulic Hoses, Couplers, Tubing or Connectors
Changing Lift Cylinder Position-522 Loader
Accessing Front of Tractor (5025 Series, 5603, 5083E Limited, 5093E Limited, and 5101E Limited Tractors)
Mounting Frame Hardware-5200, 5300, 5400, and 5500 Narrow Tractors Without Cabs
Mounting Frame Hardware-5210, 5310, 5320, 5510, and 5520 Narrow Tractors without Cabs
Mounting Frame Hardware-5105 and 5205 Tractors
Mounting Frame Hardware-5200, 5300, and 5400 Tractors (Except Narrow Tractors Without Cabs)
Mounting Frame Hardware-5103, 5203, 5303, 5403, 5210, 5220, 5310 and 5320 Tractors (Except Narrow Tractors Without Cabs)
Mounting Frame Hardware-5500 Tractors (Except Narrow Tractors Without Cabs)
Mounting Frame Hardware-5410, 5420, 5510, and 5520 Tractors (Except Narrow Tractors Without Cabs)
Mounting Frame Hardware-5225 and 5325 Tractors
Mounting Frame Hardware-5325N Narrow Tractor
Mounting Frame Hardware-5425, 5525, 5603, 5083E Limited, 5093E Limited, 5101E Limited, and 5625 Tractors
Mounting Frame Hardware-5425N and 5525N Narrow Tractors
Mounting Frame Hardware-6403 and 6603 Tractors
Mounting Frame Hardware-20, 30, 40, 50, and 55 Series Tractors
Identifying Hose Connections-Loader Operated with Mid-Mount Valve
Identifying Hose Connections-Loader Operated with Mid-Couplers
Identifying Hose Connections-522 Loader Operated with Single Lever ICV
Identifying Hose Connections-Loader Operated with Tractor Selective Control Valves
Identifying Hose Connections-522 Loader on 5105 and 5205 Tractors
Identifying Hose Connections-542 Loader on 6403 and 6603 Tractors
Adjusting Bucket Level Indicator
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Section : 55 - Assembly
Perform Predelivery Service Safely
Installation Instructions Available Online to John Deere Dealers
Recommended Set Up/Assembly Sequence
Prepare the Tractor
Prepare the Loader
Check Lift Cylinder Position (522 Loader)
Install Lift Cylinder Stops (5105 and 5205 Tractors)
Install Bucket Timing Rod
Install Loader on Tractor
Install Bucket/Attachment
Final Inspection and Adjustments
Install Optional Equipment/Attachments
Section : IBC - John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job
John Deere Is At Your Service