Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 304J John Deere
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J 304J LO ADER 73 SAE NET HORSEPOWER Vertis QCA 1300 19th Street, Suite 200 East Moline, IL 61244 Cyan Magenta Ye l l o w Black DKA304J P age 1 DKA304J_ADV 4/6/09 7:54 AM Page 1.
P AGES 2–3 Need a compact loader to get big results? Choose the 304J. This versatile 73-hp machine combines outstanding maneuverability , travel speed, breakout force, reach, and stability in an innovative packa ge.
Unique stereo steering makes this compact loader even more productive, for tight turns and extra a gility in close quarters. Comes with standard items others call options — return to dig, quick-coupler , high travel-speed range, and 1.4-cubic-yard bucket.
1. Boom float allows easy backdragging for finish grading and cleaning up jobsites. 2. The 304J’ s unique design turns tight but articulates less, keeping the center of gravity and ballast in line to counteract load forces — for superior full-turn tipping load capacity .
When the going gets rough, get your hands on a 304J and get going. Unlike other machines that are frequently forced into three-point turns (or worse), this nimble loader’ s stereo steering allows a tight 148-inch turn radius for unsurpassed maneuverability .
When operation is easy , maximum pro- ductivity becomes second nat ure. The 304J’ s sound-suppressed spacious cab provides ample leg- and headroom, best-in-c lass all-around visibility , and one smooth ride. A single lever with FNR switch controls all boom and bucket functions, and standard return-to-dig is just a flick-of-the-wrist away .
3 3 Inching/brake pedal lets you slow travel speed while keeping engine rpm high for optimum hydraulic response and control. Interior and exterior convex mirrors further enhance the 304J’ s best-in-class visibility . Add a highly efficient HV AC system and make your operator even more productive.
Wet-disc brakes in the heavy-duty axles self-adjust and are sealed from moisture and contaminants for long, trouble-free life. Proportional fan runs only as needed to provide optimal cooling — for reduced wear -and-tear on cooling components, reduced noise, and lower fuel consumption.
P AGES 8– 9 The hard-working 304J limits downtime with its toughness and improves your bottom line with its long-term reliability . Incorporating many of the same fea tures found on our larger loade.
Why invest in a bunch of specialized machines when the highly versatile 304J can do the job? With its standard pin-type hydraulic quick-coupler , the 304J lets you go from bucket to forks, quickly and easily .
Change hydraulic flow with a twist of your wrist. Unobstructed line of sight to attachments makes switchover quick and easy . The optional fourth-function valve delivers plenty of flow for running hydraulic-driven attachments like power rakes and augers.
Fuel-efficient Tier 3 emission-certified John Deere diesel runs 500 hours between oil changes. Hydraulic valve lifters and serpentine belt never require adjustment. Remote lube bank puts rear axle zerks within easy reach. Convenient maintenance chart helps ensure that nothing gets overlooked.
2 6 3 4. Hydraulic fluid sight gauge and see-through coolant reservoir let you check fluid levels at a glance. 5. Easy access vertical spin-on filters and environmental drains make fluid changes quicker and cleaner . 6. Nobody backs you better than the 400-plus John Deere dealers throughout North America.
PAGES 14–15 Engine 304J Manufacturer and Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere PowerTech TM 5030T Non-Road Emission Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical 304J Electrical load center with blade-type multi-fused circuits Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 volt Battery Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,700 CCA Reserve Capacity .
PAGES 16–17 BUCKET SIZE cu yd (m ) 3 h n tional Machine Dimensions (continued) 304J DIMENSIONS WITH QUICK-COUPLER AND FORK A Reach, Fully Raised . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.4 in. (569 mm) B Fork Height, Fully Raised . . . . . . . . .
2.0 (1.5) 1.5 (1.0) 1.0 (0.8) 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 2100 1800 1500 1200 lb./cu.yd. kg/m 3 BUCKET SIZE cu. yd. (m ) 3 900 1,000 2.5 (1.9) 3.0 (2.3) 3,500 4,000 2400 2700 4,500 3000 Deere 2.0-cu. yd. (1.6 m ) Light-Material Bucket 3 Deere 1.4-cu. yd. (1.
Net engine power is with standard equipment including air cleaner, exhaust system, alternator, and cooling fan, at stan- dard conditions per SAE J1349 and DIN 70 020, using No. 2-D fuel at 35 API gravity. No derating is required up to 5,000-ft. (1500 m) altitude.
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