John Deere 550LC Excavator Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
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John Deere 550LC Excavator Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
Division: Construction
Product Lines: Excavators
Publication Type: Operator’s Manuals
Associated Models: 550LC
Series: METRIC
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John Deere 550LC Excavator Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD
Contents 5
Safety 9
John Deere Excavator Safety Features 9
Recognize Safety Information 10
Understand Signal Words 10
Follow Safety Instructions 10
Avoid Injury from: Loading Machine on a Trailer, Fastening Machine to Trailer, Unloading Machine from Trailer Always Use Caution When Loading and Unloading Machines on a Trailer Always 11
Avoid Injury from Backover Accidents Before Moving Machine, Be Sure All Persons Are Clear of Area Always Be Alert for Bystanders Moving Into the Work Area Use Horn or Other Signal to W 12
Avoid Injury from Rollaway Accidents To Prevent Rollaway, Always Make Sure Machine Is Properly Secured Before Leaving Operator’s Seat Death or Serious Injury May Result If You Attempt to Mo 13
Inspect Machine 13
Use Handholds and Steps 14
Use Seat Belt 14
Maintain Seat Belt 15
Move and Operate Machine Safely 15
Operate Only from Operator’s Seat 16
Secondary Exits 16
Operate Machine Safely 16
Dig with Caution 17
Operate with Caution 17
Avoid Tipping 17
Avoid Power Lines 18
Drive Machine Safely 18
Beware of Exhaust Fumes 18
Park Machine Safely 19
Keep Riders Off Machine 19
Operate Attachment Safely 20
Handle Fluids Safely—Avoid Fires 20
Prepare for Emergencies 21
Handle Starting Fluid Safely 21
Clean Trash from Machine 21
Protect Against Flying Debris 22
Wear Protective Clothing 22
Protect Against Noise 22
Handle Chemical Products Safely 23
Warn Others of Service Work 23
Stay Clear of Moving Parts 24
Support Machine Properly 24
Service Cooling System Safely 24
Practice Safe Maintenance 25
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating 26
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines 26
Avoid High Pressure Fluids 27
Prevent Battery Explosions 27
Clean the Machine Regularly 28
Store Attachments Safely 28
Dispose of Waste Properly 29
Safety Signs 30
Safety Signs 30
Operator’s Station 37
Pedals, Levers, and Panels 37
Right Front Panel and Right Console Panel 38
Monitor Panel 39
Warm Up Indicator 39
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 39
Engine Coolant Level Indicator 40
E (Economy) Mode Indicator 40
Fuel Gauge 40
Auto Idle Indicator 40
Hydraulic Oil Level Indicator 41
Coolant Level Indicator (Warning) 41
Air Filter Restriction Indicator 41
Fuel Level Indicator 42
Operating Lights Indicator 42
Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator 42
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator 43
Alternator Voltage Indicator 43
Engine Oil Level Indicator 43
S/P (Super Power) Mode Indicator 44
Switch Panel 44
Buzzer Stop Switch 45
Wiper Switch 45
Washer Switch 46
Operating Lights Switch 46
Power Boost Switch 47
Key Switch 47
Engine RPM Dial 47
Cab Heater and Air Conditioner 48
Control Panel Switches 49
Cab Heater Operation 50
Air Conditioner Operation 51
Defroster Operation 51
Cab Door Release Lever 52
Left Side Console 52
Setting the Clock 52
Operating the AM/FM Radio 53
Horn 53
Hour Meter 53
Cab Light 54
Secondary Exit Tool 54
Opening Upper Front (Secondary Exit) Window 54
Closing Upper Front Window 55
Removing and Storing the Lower Front Window 56
Opening Side Windows 57
Opening and Closing the Roof Exit Cover 57
Adjusting the Seat 58
Adjusting the Armrest 58
Seat Belt 59
Operator’s Manual Compartment 59
Pre Start Inspection 60
Inspect Machine Daily Before Starting 60
Operating the Engine 61
Check Instruments Before Starting 61
Level Check 62
Starting the Engine 62
Using Booster Batteries—24 Volt System 63
Starting Fluid—If Equipped (Cold Weather Start Aid) 63
Check Instruments After Starting 66
Warming the Machine 66
Cold Weather Warm Up 67
Stopping the Engine 68
Driving the Machine 69
Steering the Machine Using Pedals 69
Steering the Machine Using Levers 71
Removing Propel Levers 72
Propel Speed Switch 72
Travel Alarm and Travel Alarm Cancel Switch 73
Parking the Machine 73
Parking Machine During Freezing Weather 74
Lock All Compartments 74
Operating the Machine 75
ISO/SAE Excavator Control Pattern 75
Control Lever Pattern Conversion 76
Deere Backhoe Control Pattern 78
Pilot Control Shut Off Lever 79
Auto Idle Switch 80
Work Mode Selection Switch 81
Power Boost Switch 81
E (Economy) Mode 82
S/P (Super Power) Mode 83
Standard Mode 83
Operating Tips 84
Select Correct Track Shoes 84
Driving Machine 85
Driving on Slopes 85
Driving Down a Slope 86
Driving Up a Slope 86
Parking the Machine On A Slope 86
Moving Machine Off an Embankment 87
Leveling Machine 88
Using Bucket 88
Grading 90
Planning Spoil Piles 90
Trenching 91
Backfilling 92
Truck Loading 93
Operating in Water and Mud 94
Clean Track Frame Area 94
Lifting 95
Hydraulic Breaker And Crusher Attachments 97
Using Quick Coupler Type Attachments 98
Electronic Control Bypass Procedure 99
Assembly 102
Precautions for Assembling 102
Precautions for Lifting Work 104
Precautions for Operating Machine 105
Avoid High Pressure Fluids 106
Installation Sequence 107
Installing Boom Cylinder 108
Installing Boom 111
Connecting Hoses Between Boom and Machine 112
Connecting Boom Cylinder Rod 114
Installing Arm 115
Connecting Arm Cylinder Rod 116
Connecting Bucket Cylinder Hoses 117
Installing Bucket 119
Retracting or Extending the Side Frame 120
Retracting the Side Frame 121
Extending the Side Frame 122
Check Hydraulic Oil Level 127
Lubricate Working Tool Pivots 130
Installing Counterweight (Without Hydraulic Removal Option) 131
Counterweight Installation (With Hydraulic Removal Option) 134
Transporting 138
Transporting by Road 138
Transporting the Machine by Trailer 139
Types of Packings for Transportation 141
Install Arm 142
Packing Dimensions and Weights for Transportation 143
Retracting or Extending the Side Frame 153
Retracting the Side Frame 154
Extending the Side Frame 155
Counterweight Removal—If Equipped 160
Counterweight Installation (With Hydraulic Removal Option) 166
Fuels and Lubricants 170
Diesel Fuel 170
Lubricity of Diesel Fuels 170
Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Conditioner 171
Diesel Fuel Storage 171
Fuel Tank 172
Do Not Use Galvanized Containers 172
Diesel Engine Oil 173
Hydraulic Oil 174
Gear Oil 175
Track Roller, Front Idler, and Carrier Roller Oil 175
Track Adjuster, Working Tool Pivot, Swing Bearing, and Swing Bearing Gear Grease 176
Oil Filters 176
Lubricant Storage 177
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants 177
Mixing of Lubricants 178
Periodic Maintenance 179
Service Your Machine at Specified Intervals Location 179
Check the Hour Meter Regularly 179
Use Correct Fuels and Lubricants 179
Prepare Machine for Maintenance 180
Open Access Doors for Service 181
Open Hood for Service 181
Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System 182
OILSCAN Plus® COOLSCAN Plus®And 3 Way Coolant Test Kit 183
Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System 184
Maintenance—As Required 187
Clean Fuel Tank Inlet Screen 187
Drain Fuel Tank Sump 187
Check Air Cleaner Element 188
Clean Radiator Air Inlet Screen 188
Inspect Belts and Check Tension 189
Drain Fuel Filter/Water Separator Sediment 189
Check Track Sag 190
Adjusting Track Sag 191
Windshield Washer Fluid Level 191
Maintenance—Every 10 Hours or Daily 192
Check Recovery Tank Coolant Level 192
Check Engine Oil Level 193
Check Hydraulic Oil Level 194
Maintenance—Every 50 Hours 197
Lubricate Working Tool Pivots 197
Maintenance—Every 250 Hours 198
Check Swing Gearbox Oil Level 198
Clean Air Cleaner Element 199
Inspect Element 200
Check Radiator Coolant Level 201
Check Propel Gearbox Oil Level 202
Battery Filling Precautions 203
Checking Electrolyte Level 204
Change Engine Oil and Replace Filters 206
Check Pump Drive Gearbox Oil Level 207
Drain Hydraulic Tank Sump 208
Replace Fuel Filters/Water Separator 210
Maintenance—Every 500 Hours 211
Lubricate Swing Bearing 211
Lubricate Swing Bearing Gear 212
Check Air Intake Hose 213
Adjust Engine Valve Clearance 213
Replace Hydraulic Tank Oil Filter 213
Replace Engine Coolant Filter 215
Check Coolant In Radiator 216
Maintenance—Every 1000 Hours 217
Change Swing Gearbox Oil 217
Replace Air Cleaner Elements 218
Engine Speed Check 219
Engine Speed Control Linkage Adjustment 219
Engine Speed Learning Procedure 221
Clean Engine Crankcase Ventilation Tube 221
Change Pump Drive Gearbox Oil 222
Replace Pilot Control Oil Filter 223
Replace Hydraulic Tank Cap 224
Maintenance—Every 2000 Hours 226
Drain, Flush and Refill Radiator 226
Diesel Engine Coolant 228
Cooling System Fill and Deaeration Procedure 229
Change Propel Gearbox Oil 230
Change Hydraulic Tank Oil, Clean Suction Screen 231
Maintenance 235
Test the Coolant Freeze—Protection Level 235
Coolant System Maintenance and Checks 235
Do Not Service Injection Nozzles 236
Do Not Change Injection Pump 236
Precautions for Alternator and Regulator 237
Handling Batteries Safely 238
Service Batteries Carefully 239
Checking Electrolyte Specific Gravity 241
Checking Electrolyte Specific Gravity 243
Using Battery Charger 244
Replacing Batteries 245
Removing Batteries 245
Engine Speed Programming Procedure After Battery Disconnection 246
Replacing Fuses 247
Fuse (Blade Type) Color Codes 248
Adding 12—Volt Accessories 248
Welding On Machine 249
Checking Travel Alarm System 249
Check Bucket Teeth 250
Replacing Bucket Tooth Tip—Heavy Duty Bucket 252
Adjusting Bucket Linkage 253
Do Not Service Control Valves, Cylinders, Pumps or Motors 254
Track Sag General Information 254
Hardware Torque Specifications 255
Check Track Shoe Torque 255
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values 256
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values 257
Additional Metric Cap Screw Torque Values 258
Check Oil Lines And Fittings 260
Service Recommendations for O Ring Boss Fittings 261
Service Recommendations For Flat Face O Ring Seal Fittings 263
Service Recommendations for 37° Flare and 30° Cone Seat Connectors 264
Service Recommendations For Flared Connections—Straight or Tapered Threads 265
Service Recommendations For Inch Series Four Bolt Flange Fittings 266
Service Recommendations for Metric Series Four Bolt Flange Fitting 267
Operational Checkout 268
Operational Checkout 268
Operator Station Checks—Key Switch On, Engine Off 268
Operator Station Checks—Engine On 270
Hydraulic System Checks 273
Undercarriage Checks 281
Accessories Checks 282
Air Conditioning Checks 284
Seat, Doors, Windows, Latches, and Locks Checks 286
Coolant Checks 291
Troubleshooting 294
Using Troubleshooting Charts 294
Engine 295
Electrical System 302
Hydraulic System 308
Storage 315
Prepare Machine for Storage 315
Monthly Storage Procedure 317
Machine Numbers 320
Record Product Identification Number (PIN) 320
Record Engine Serial Number 320
Record Propel Motor Serial Numbers 320
Record Swing Motor Serial Numbers 320
Record Hydraulic Pump Serial Number 321
Specifications 322
550LC Excavator 322
Working Ranges 324
Engine Specifications 326
Drain and Refill Capacities 327
550LC Lift Capacity—KG (LB) 328
Crime Prevention Tips 338
Help Prevent Crime 338
Record Construction Identification Numbers 338
Keep Proof of Ownership 338
Park Indoors Out of Sight 338
When Parking Outdoors 339
Reduce Vandalism 339
Report Thefts Immediately 340
Checklists 341
Maintenance and Repair Record Keeping System 341
John Deere Service Literature Available 351
Technical Information 351
John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job 353
AT YOUR SERVICE WHEN YOU NEED IT 353
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