John Deere 553 Loader Operator Manual OMP74048

Description

• Model List:
  • 553 Loader

• 1. Introduction
• 1.1. Foreword
• 2. General Information
• 2.1. Machine Overview
• 2.2. Product View
• 2.3. Trademarks
• 2.4. Abbreviations
• 2.5. Regions and Country Versions
• 2.6. Dealers Record
• 2.7. Predelivery
• 2.8. Delivery
• 2.9. AfterSale
• 2.10. Record Product Identification Number
• 2.11. Keep Proof of Ownership
• 2.12. Keep Machines Secure
• 2.13. Recognize Safety Information
• 2.14. Understand Signal Words
• 2.15. Follow Safety Instructions
• 2.16. Prepare for Emergencies
• 2.17. Wear Protective Clothing
• 2.18. Park Machine Safely
• 2.19. Protect People and Animals
• 2.20. Operating the Loader Tractor Safely
• 2.21. Use Seat Belt Properly
• 2.22. Use Foldable ROPS and Seat Belt Properly
• 2.23. Use Caution on Slopes, Uneven Terrain, and Rough Ground
• 2.24. Avoid Injury or Death from Falling Loads
• 2.25. Carry Materials Safely
• 2.26. Transporting Round Bales Safely
• 2.27. Operate Grapple (If Equipped)
• 2.27.1. Avoid Injury or Death from Falling Round Bales
• 2.27.2. How to Pick Up a Round Bale
• 2.27.3. How to Pick Up a Round Bale on a Slope
• 2.27.4. How to Transport a Round Bale
• 2.27.5. How to Remove Material from a Pile
• 2.28. Driving on Public Roads
• 2.29. Operating Loader with Attachments from Other Manufacturers
• 2.30. Operate Bucket/Attachment Safely
• 2.31. Operating NonSelfLevelling Loaders
• 2.32. Avoid Power Lines
• 2.33. Dig Safely
• 2.34. Detach Loader Safely
• 2.35. Use Safety Lights and Devices
• 2.36. Practice Safe Maintenance
• 2.37. Service Loader Safely
• 2.38. Service Machines Safely
• 2.39. Service Accumulator Systems Safely
• 2.40. Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
• 2.41. Check Hoses for Damage
• 2.42. Avoid HighPressure Fluids
• 2.43. Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
• 2.44. Decommissioning Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components
• 3. Safety Signs
• 3.1. Pictorial Safety Signs
• 3.2. Replace Safety Signs
• 3.3. Avoid HighPressure Spray on Safety Decals
• 4. Prepare Tractor
• 4.1. Prepare the Tractor
• 4.2. Approved Tractors
• 4.3. Rear Ballast
• 4.4. Front Tire Load Index and Minimum Rear Ballast Requirements
• 4.4.1. Series, 5E Limited Series, 5M Series, 5078E, and 5085E Tractors
• 4.4.2. Series, 5D Series 2WD, and 5E Series MFWD Tractors (Except 5078E and 5085E)
• 4.4.3. Ballast
• 4.4.4. Tire Rating
• 4.5. Remove Front Weights
• 4.6. Rear Tread Settings
• 4.7. Inflate Front Tires
• 4.8. Attach Ballast Box to Tractor Hitch
• 4.8.1. ThreePoint Hitch
• 4.8.2. QuickHitch
• 4.9. Add Ballast to Hitch
• 5. Controls
• 5.1. Operate Loader with MultiFunction Lever
• 5.2. Lock Out MultiFunction Lever
• 5.3. Relieve Hydraulic Pressure
• 6. Detach Loader
• 6.1. Remove Ballast Box
• 6.2. Detach Loader
• 7. Attach Loader
• 7.1. Attach Loader
• 7.2. Check Loader Operation
• 8. Transport
• 8.1. Keep Riders Off Machine
• 8.2. Driving on Public Roads
• 8.3. Carry Loads
• 9. Operate Loader
• 9.1. Preoperation Checks
• 9.2. Use Ballast Box
• 9.3. Avoid Rollover Accidents
• 9.4. Use Bucket Level Indicator
• 9.5. Raise and Lower Loader
• 9.6. Level and Scrape Forward
• 9.7. Level in Reverse
• 9.8. Carry Material
• 9.9. Remove Material from a Pile
• 9.10. Loader Operations
• 9.11. Backfill
• 9.12. Operate Grapple (If Equipped)
• 9.12.1. Avoid Injury or Death from Falling Round Bales
• 9.12.2. How to Pick Up a Round Bale
• 9.12.3. How to Pick Up a Round Bale on a Slope
• 9.12.4. How to Transport a Round Bale
• 9.12.5. How to Remove Material from a Pile
• 9.13. Detach the Bucket or Attachment
• 9.13.1. Hydraulically Operated Attachment (Grapple)
• 9.13.2. Style Carrier
• 9.13.3. Global Carrier (Manual)
• 9.13.4. SkidSteer Carrier
• 9.14. Attach the Bucket or Attachment
• 9.14.1. Style Carrier
• 9.14.2. Global Carrier (Manual)
• 9.14.3. SkidSteer Carrier
• 9.14.4. Hydraulically Operated Attachment (Grapple)
• 9.15. Attachments Available
• 10. Lubrication and Maintenance
• 10.1. Lubricate and Maintain Loader Safely
• 10.2. Perform Lubrication and Maintenance
• 10.3. Observe Lubrication Symbols
• 10.4. Multipurpose Extreme Pressure (EP) Grease
• 10.5. Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
• 10.6. First 10 Hours
• 10.7. Every 10 Hours
• 10.7.1. Style Attachment Carrier
• 10.7.2. Global CarrierLatch Pin
• 10.8. Every 50 Hours
• 10.8.1. Tighten Loader Frame Mounting Hardware
• 10.9. Every Two Years
• 11. Service
• 11.1. Service Loader and Tractor Safely (Loader Attached)
• 11.2. Work in Clean Area
• 11.3. Avoid HighPressure Fluids
• 11.4. ORing Installation
• 11.5. Tighten Hydraulic Fittings and Hoses
• 11.6. Replace Hydraulic Hoses, Couplers, Tubing, or Connectors
• 11.7. Access Front of Tractor
• 11.7.1. Series, 5E Series, and 5M Series Tractors
• 11.7.2. Series and 5E Limited Series Tractors
• 11.8. Mounting Frame Hardware5200, 5300, and 5400 Narrow Tractors Without Cab
• 11.9. Mounting Frame Hardware5500 Narrow Tractors Without Cab
• 11.10. Mounting Frame Hardware5075E, 5E Series, 5X03 Series, 5210, 5220, 5310 and 5320 Tractors (Except Narrow Tractors Without Cab)
• 11.11. Mounting Frame Hardware5210, 5310 and 5320 Narrow Tractors Without Cab
• 11.12. Mounting Frame Hardware5D Series, 5105 and 5205 Tractors
• 11.13. Mounting Frame Hardware5200, 5300, and 5400 Tractors (Except Narrow Tractors Without Cab)
• 11.14. Mounting Frame Hardware5078E, 5085E, 5410, 5420, 5510, and 5520 Tractors (Except Narrow Tractors Without Cab)
• 11.15. Mounting Frame Hardware5225 and 5325 Tractors
• 11.16. Mounting Frame Hardware5325N Narrow Tractor
• 11.17. Mounting Frame Hardware5425, 5525, 5603, 5083E Limited, 5093E Limited, 5101E Limited, and 5625 Tractors
• 11.18. Mounting Frame Hardware5M Series and 5105ML Tractors
• 11.19. Identify Hose ConnectionsLoader Operated with MidMount Valve
• 11.20. Identify Hose ConnectionsLoader Equipped with Multicoupler and Operated with MidMount Valve (5M Series and 5105ML Tractors)
• 11.21. Identify Hose ConnectionsLoader Operated with SingleLever ICV
• 11.22. Adjust Bucket Level Indicator
• 11.23. Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
• 11.24. Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
• 12. Assembly
• 12.1. Perform Predelivery Service Safely
• 12.2. Installation Instructions Available Online to John Deere Dealers
• 12.3. Recommended Set Up and Assembly Sequence
• 12.4. Prepare the Tractor
• 12.5. Prepare the Loader
• 12.6. Install Loader on Tractor
• 12.7. Install Bucket or Attachment
• 12.8. Final Inspection and Adjustments
• 12.9. Install Optional Equipment/Attachments
• 13. John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job
• 13.1. John Deere Is At Your Service