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1 TM 5-3805-280-10 TECHNICAL MANUALOPERATOR S MANUALHYDRAULIC EXCAVATORJOHN DEEREMODEL 230 LCRNSN 3805-01-463-0804 ANDMODEL 230 LCRD WITH ROCK DRILLNSN 3805-01-463-0806 DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A - Approved for public release; distribution is by permission of Deere & Company, Moline, IL rights , DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY15 FEBRUARY 2000 ATM 5-3805-280-10 INSERT LATEST UPDATED PAGES. DESTROY SUPERSEDED OF EFFECTIVE PAGESNote: The portion of text or illustration affected by the updates is indicated by a vertical line in the outer margins ofthe page. Updates to wiring diagrams are indicated by shaded of issue for original and updated pages are:Original .. 0 .. 15 February 2000 TOTAL NUMBER OF PAGES IS 397 CONSISTING OF THE FOLLOWING:Page *RevisionNo. 0A.

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3 5-3805-280-10 HEADQUARTERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Washington, DC, 15 February 2000 OPERATOR S MANUALHYDRAULIC EXCAVATORJOHN DEEREMODEL 230 LCRNSN 3805-01-463-0804 ANDMODEL 230 LCRD WITH ROCK DRILLNSN 3805-01-463-0806 REPORTING ERRORS AND RECOMMENDING IMPROVEMENTSYou can help improve this publication. If you find any mistakes or if you know of a way to improve the procedures,please let us know. Submit your DA Form 2028-2 (Recommended Changes to Equipment Technical Publications),through the Internet, on the Army Electronic Product Support (AEPS) website. The Internet address If you need a password, scroll down and click on ACCESS REQUEST FORM . The DAForm 2028 is located in the ONLINE FORMS PROCESSING section of the AEPS. Fill out the form and click onSUBMIT. Using this form on the AEPS will enable us to respond quicker to your comments and better manage theDA Form 2028 program.

4 You may also mail, fax or email your letter, DA Form 2028, or DA Form 2028-2 directto: Commander, Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command, ATTN: AMSTA-LC-CI, Rock Island, IL61299-7630. The email address is The fax number is DSN 793-0726 orCommercial (309) STATEMENT A - Approved for public release; distribution is this operator manual is a commercial product supplemented to include Army specificprocedures, the manual may advise the operator to perform tasks that would normally not beassigned to the operator level in a DATM. Always follow the limits established in the , references are made throughout the manual to see your authorized dealer or John Deeredealer for repair or information. In those instances, notify your supervisor or next highermaintenance OF CONTENTSPageIntroductionChapter 1 Safety and Safety SignsJohn Deere Excavator Safety Safety Signal Safety Injury From: Loading Machine on a Trailer, Fastening Machine toTrailer, and Unloading Machine From 5-3805-280-10 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)PageiiAvoid Injury From Backover Accidents.

5 1-4 Avoid Injury From Rollaway Accidents ..1-5 Inspect Machine ..1-5 Use Handholds and Steps ..1-6 Use Seat Belt ..1-6 Maintain Seat and Operate Machine Safely ..1-7 Operate Only From Operator s Machine Safely ..1-8 Dig With Caution ..1-9 Operate With Tipping ..1-9 Avoid Power Machine of Exhaust Machine Safely ..1-11 Keep Riders Off Machine ..1-11 Operate Attachment Safely ..1-12 Handle Fluids Safely Avoid Fires ..1-12 Prepare for Emergencies ..1-13 Handle Starting Fluid Safely ..1-13 Clean Trash From Against Flying Debris ..1-14 Wear Protective Clothing ..1-14 Protect Against Chemical Products Safely ..1-15 Warn Others of Service Work ..1-16 Stay Clear of Moving Parts ..1-16 Support Machine Properly ..1-17 Service Cooling System Safely ..1-17 Practice Safe Maintenance ..1-18 Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating.

6 1-19 Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines ..1-19 Avoid High-Pressure Fluids ..1-20 Prevent Battery Explosions ..1-20 Clean the Machine Regularly ..1-21 Store Attachments Safely ..1-21 Battery Terminals, Lifting Equipment, Dry Cleaning Solvent and Compressed Air ..1-22 Dispose of Waste Properly ..1-23 Drilling ..1-24 Rock Drill Maintenance ..1-24 Emergency 2 Operator s StationPedal, Levers and Panels ..2-1 Right Front Panel and Right Console Panel ..2-2 Monitor Coolant Temperature Gauge ..2-4 Warm-Up Indicator ..2-4 Fuel Gauge ..2-4H/P (High Power) Mode Indicator ..2-4E (Economy) Mode Indicator ..2-5TM 5-3805-280-10 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)PageiiiHydraulic Oil Level Oil Filter Restriction Indicator (Model 230 LCRD)..2-6 Fuel Level Filter Restriction Coolant Temperature Air Temperature Oil Pressure Voltage Oil Level Level and Buzzer Stop Lights S Rear Lights Alarm and RPM Boost Heater and Air Panel Heater Conditioner the AM/FM the Door Release Exit Upper Front (Secondary Exit) Upper Front and Storing the Lower Front Side and Closing the Roof Exit and Storing Fire Extinguisher (Model 230 LCR).

7 2-24 Rock Drill Start Stop Selection Control Box (Model 230 LCRD)..2-25 Compressor Remote Instrument Control Panel (Model 230 LCRD)..2-26 Removing and Storing Rifl Security Kit Protection Panel the the s Manual Compartmen 3 Break-InEngine Break-In 4 5-3805-280-10 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)PageivEvery 10 Hours or Daily ..3-2 After the First 50 the First 100 4 Pre-Start InspectionInspect Machine Daily Before Starting ..4-1 Chapter 5 Operating the EngineCheck Instruments Before Starting ..5-1 Level the Engine ..5-2 Using Booster Batteries 24 Volt System ..5-3 Slave Receptacle 24 Volt Fluid (Cold Weather Starting Aid) ..5-5 Using the Arctic Starter ..5-7 Starting the Arctic Instruments After Starting ..5-8 Warming the Machine ..5-9 Cold Weather Warm-Up ..5-10 Stopping the Engine.

8 5-11 Chapter 6 Driving the MachineSteering the Machine Using the Machine Using Levers ..6-3 Removing Propel Levers ..6-5 Propel Speed Alarm and Travel Alarm Cancel Switch ..6-6 Parking the Machine During Freezing Weather ..6-8 Lock All Compartments ..6-8 Chapter 7 Operating the MachineControl Lever Pattern Levers John Deere Control Shut-Off Switch ..7-7 Mode Selection Boost Switch ..7-8E (Economy) Mode ..7-9H/P (High Power) Mode ..7-10 Standard Mode ..7-10 Operating Machine ..7-11 Driving on Down a Up a Up a Steep or Slippery Slope Boom on Uphill End of Up a Steep or Slippery Slope Boom on Downhill End of Machine ..7-13 Moving Machine off an Quick-Disconnect Way Hydraulic Thumb Foot Pedal (Model 230 LCR) ..7-20 Using Hydraulic Thumb ..7-21 Using Bucket ..7-23TM 5-3805-280-10 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)PagevPlanning Spoil Piles.

9 7-25 Trenching .. Loading ..7-28 Operating in Water and Mud ..7-29 Clean Track Frame Area .. Compressor - Operating Instructions ..7-32 Using Quick-Coupler Type Attachments ..7-37 Rock Drill Attachment (Model 230 LCRD)..7-38 Install Rock Drill ..7-38 Remove Rock the Rock Drill Control Operator s Panel ..7-43 Rod Up ..7-49 Travelling ..7-50 Drilling ..7-51 Shut Boom With Engine Stopped ..7-54 Using Hydraulic Hand Tools Hose Reel ..7-55 Using Hydraulic Hand Tools Flow Rate Valve and Switch ..7-55 Using Hand Held Air 8 TransportingLoading Machine on a Trailer ..8-1 Tiedowns ..8-2 Fasten Machine to Trailer ..8-3 Loading and Fastening Rock Drill on a Trailer ..8-6 Fasten Machine to Rail Car (Model 230 LCR) ..8-8 Fasten Machine and Rock Drill to Rail Car (Model 230 LCRD) ..8-10 Unloading Machine From Machine.

10 8-13 Lifting the Machine ..8-14 Chapter 9 Fuels and LubricantsDiesel Fuel ..9-1 Lubricity of Diesel Fuels ..9-1 Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Conditioner ..9-2 Diesel Fuel Storage ..9-2 Fuel Tank ..9-3Do Not Use Galvanized Containers ..9-3 Diesel Engine and Pump Gearbox Oils ..9-4 Hydraulic Gearbox and Propel Gearbox Roller, Front Idler, and Carrier Roller Oil ..9-6 Track Adjuster, Working Tool Pivot, Swing Bearing, and Swing Bearing Gear Grease ..9-7 Oil Filters ..9-7 Rock Drill Lubricants Specifications ..9-8 Air Compressor Lubricants ..9-10 Lubricant Storage ..9-11 Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants ..9-11 Mixing of Fill Lubricants ..9-12TM 5-3805-280-10 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued)PageviChapter 10 Periodic Maintenance ExcavatorService Your Machine at Specified Intervals .. 10-1 Check the Hour Meter Regularly.