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318E, 320E, and 324E Skid
Steer Loader
(PIN: 1T0318E_ _ _J249323— )
(PIN: 1T0320E_ _ _J249291— )
(PIN: 1T0324E_ _ _ J297099— )
*OMT306353*
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
318E, 320E, and 324E Skid Steer Loaders
OMT306353 ISSUE F3 (ENGLISH)
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents
are known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
If this product contains a gasoline engine:
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
The State of California requires the above two warnings.
Worldwide Construction
And Forestry Division
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Introduction
CARB Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition
Emissions Control Warranty Statement 2019 through 2021
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CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
To determine if the John Deere engine qualifies for the additional warranties set forth below, look for the “Emission Control Information” label located
on the engine. If the engine is operated in the United States or Canada and the engine label states: “This engine complies with US EPA regulations
for nonroad and stationary diesel engines”, or “This engine complies with US EPA regulations for stationary emergency diesel engines”, refer to
the “U.S. and Canada Emission Control Warranty Statement.” If the engine is operated in California, and the engine label states: “This engine
complies with US EPA and CARB regulations for nonroad diesel engines” also refer to the “California Emissions Control Warranty Statement.”
Warranties stated on this certificate refer only to emissions-related parts and components of your engine. The complete engine warranty, less
emission-related parts and components, is provided separately. If you have any questions about your warranty rights and responsibilities,
you should contact John Deere at 1-319-292-5400.
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT:
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is pleased to explain the emission-control system warranty on 2019 through 2021 off-road diesel
engines. In California, new off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. John Deere
must warrant the emission control system on your engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or
improper maintenance of your engine.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the fuel injection system and the air induction system. Also included may be hoses, belts,
connectors and other emission-related assemblies.
John Deere warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that this off-road diesel engine was designed, built, and equipped
so as to conform at the time of sale with all applicable regulations adopted by CARB and is free from defects in materials and workmanship which
would cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material respects to the part as described in John Deere's application for certification
for a period of five years from the date the engine is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or 3,000 hours of operation, whichever occurs first for all
engines rated at 19 kW and greater. In the absence of a device to measure hours of use, the engine shall be warranted for a period of five years.
EMISSIONS WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS:
John Deere may deny warranty claims for failures caused by the use of an add-on or modified part which has not been exempted by the CARB. A
modified part is an aftermarket part intended to replace an original emission-related part which is not functionally identical in all respects and
which in any way affects emissions. An add-on part is any aftermarket part which is not a modified part or a replacement part.
In no event will John Deere, any authorized engine distributor, dealer, or repair facility, or any company affiliated with John Deere be liable
for incidental or consequential damage.
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Contents
Page
Page
Safety—Safety and Operator Conveniences
Safety and Operator Convenience Features .....1-1-1 Service Cooling System Safely .........................1-4-1
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating.........1-4-2
Make Welding Repairs Safely ...........................1-4-2
Safety—General Precautions Drive Metal Pins Safely .....................................1-4-2
Information for European Union Service Tires Safely...........................................1-4-3
Directives and Eurasian Economic Handle Cab Door Safely....................................1-4-3
Union Technical Regulations Compliance.....1-2-1 Clean Exhaust Filter Safely ...............................1-4-4
Recognize Safety Information ...........................1-2-2
Follow Safety Instructions..................................1-2-3
Operate Only If Qualified ...................................1-2-3 Safety—Safety Signs
Wear Protective Equipment...............................1-2-3 Safety Signs ......................................................1-5-1
Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications.......1-2-4
Inspect Machine ................................................1-2-4 Operation—Operator’s Station
Stay Clear of Moving Parts................................1-2-4 Machine Control ................................................2-1-1
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids ...............................1-2-4 Control Panel—Key Start ..................................2-1-3
Avoid High-Pressure Oils ..................................1-2-5 Control Panel—Keyless Start ............................2-1-5
Work In Ventilated Area.....................................1-2-5 Sealed Switch Module (SSM)............................2-1-7
Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling.....1-2-6 Gauges and Indicators ......................................2-1-9
High Debris Applications ...................................1-2-6 Interlocking Seat Bar .......................................2-1-10
Prevent Fires, Clean Debris From Machine ......1-2-7 Cab Door—If Equipped ...................................2-1-11
In Case of Machine Fire ....................................1-2-7 Side Windows—If Equipped ............................2-1-17
Prevent Battery Explosions ...............................1-2-8 Top Window .....................................................2-1-19
Handle Chemical Products Safely .....................1-2-8 Rear Window (Alternative Exit)........................2-1-19
Decommissioning — Proper Recycling Secondary Alternative Exit ..............................2-1-19
and Disposal of Fluids and Components ......1-2-9 Fire Extinguisher Location ...............................2-1-20
Prepare for Emergencies...................................1-2-9 12-Volt Power Outlet........................................2-1-20
Clean Debris from Machine .............................1-2-10 Windshield Wiper and Washer ........................2-1-21
Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses................1-2-10 Heating/Defrosting Controls—If Equipped.......2-1-21
Air Conditioner Controls—If Equipped.............2-1-22
Safety—Operating Precautions Seat Adjustment ..............................................2-1-22
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly .................1-3-1 Dome Light ......................................................2-1-24
Start Only From Operator's Seat .......................1-3-1 Radio—If Equipped .........................................2-1-25
Use and Maintain Seat Belt ...............................1-3-1 Horn Button—If Equipped................................2-1-29
Prevent Unintended Machine Movement ..........1-3-2 Beacon—If Equipped.......................................2-1-29
Avoid Work Site Hazards...................................1-3-3
Keep Riders Off Machine ..................................1-3-3 Operation—Operating the Machine
Avoid Backover Accidents .................................1-3-4 Before Starting Work .........................................2-2-1
Avoid Machine Tip Over and Machine Operator's Daily Machine Check
Damage.........................................................1-3-4 Before Starting ..............................................2-2-1
Operating on Slopes..........................................1-3-4 Entering and Exiting Skid Steer Loader.............2-2-2
Operating or Traveling On Public Roads...........1-3-5 Engine Break-In Period .....................................2-2-3
Inspect and Maintain ROPS ..............................1-3-5 Starting the Engine ............................................2-2-3
Add and Operate Attachments Safely ...............1-3-5 Cold Weather Starting .......................................2-2-5
Engine Block Heater—If Equipped ....................2-2-6
Safety—Maintenance Precautions Engine Speed Control .......................................2-2-7
Park and Prepare for Service Safely .................1-4-1 Stopping the Engine ..........................................2-2-8
Required Machine Stop Warning.......................2-2-9
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Original Instructions. All information, illustrations and specifications in this
manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication.
The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.
COPYRIGHT © 2023
DEERE & COMPANY
Moline, Illinois
All rights reserved.
A John Deere ILLUSTRUCTION ™ Manual
Previous Editions
Copyright © 2013,2014,2016,2018,2019,2020
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Safety—General Precautions
Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling
The removal of sulfur and other compounds in Ultra-Low
Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel decreases its conductivity and
increases its ability to store a static charge.
Refineries may have treated the fuel with a static
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dissipating additive. However, there are many factors that
can reduce the effectiveness of the additive over time.
Static charges can build up in ULSD fuel while it is flowing
through fuel delivery systems. Static electricity discharge
when combustible vapors are present could result in a
fire or explosion.
Therefore, it is important to ensure that the entire system
used to refuel your machine (fuel supply tank, transfer
pump, transfer hose, nozzle, and others) is properly
grounded and bonded. Consult with your fuel or fuel
system supplier to ensure that the delivery system is in
compliance with fueling standards for proper grounding
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and bonding practices.
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High Debris Applications
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Many operations create flammable debris such as
mulching, shredding, recycling, and agricultural
applications. Operating in such environments may require
frequent cleaning of the machine and attachments.
Frequency of cleaning will vary depending on a number of
factors, including operating conditions and weather.
Flammable Debris
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Safety—Maintenance Precautions
Park and Prepare for Service Safely
Warn others of service work. Always park and prepare
machine for service or repair properly.
• Do not support machine with any hydraulically actuated
tools or attachments.
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• Do not support machine with cinder blocks or wooden
pieces that may crumble or crush.
• Do not support machine with a single jack or other
devices that may slip out of place.
• Always install boom lock before working on or around
this machine with the loader boom raised.
• Park machine on a level surface and lower equipment
to the ground.
• Engage park brake.
• Stop engine.
• Attach a “DO NOT OPERATE” tag in an obvious place
in the operator's station.
Securely support machine or attachment before working
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under it.
Install wheel chocks to ensure that machine cannot move
backward or forward during service.
Understand service procedures before beginning repairs.
Keep service area clean and dry. Use two people
whenever the engine must be running for service work.
When performing above-ground maintenance, use
appropriate support devices such as ladders, lifts, or
platforms. If equipped, use the machine anchorage points
and approved fall arrest harnesses and lanyards.
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Service Cooling System Safely
Explosive release of fluids from pressurized cooling
system can cause serious burns.
Do not service radiator through the radiator cap. Only fill
through the surge tank filler cap. Shut off engine. Only
remove surge tank filler cap when cool enough to touch
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with bare hands. Slowly loosen cap to relieve pressure
before removing completely.
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Safety—Safety Signs
14. WARNING, Pressurized System
Pressurized system. Hot coolant can cause serious
burns, injury or death. To open the cooling system filler
cap, stop the engine and wait until the cooling system
components are cool. Loosen the cooling system
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pressure cap slowly in order to relieve the pressure.
This safety message is positioned on the surge tank
cap.
WARNING, Pressurized System
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Operation—Operator’s Station
16—Cab Door Switch Indicator: Red indicator will light 19—Two-Speed Indicator: Amber indicator will light
when cab door is open. when two-speed shift is in high range.
17—Hydraulics OFF Indicator: Red indicator will light 20—Creep Mode Indicator (EH machines only): Amber
when hydraulics are disabled. indicator will light when machine is in creep mode.
18—Park Brake Indicator: Red indicator will light when 21—Hydraulic High Flow Indicator: Amber indicator will
park brake is engaged. light when hydraulic high flow is activated.
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Interlocking Seat Bar
Interlocking seat bar (1) must be lowered after sitting
in the operator's seat in order for hydraulic and travel
functions to operate.
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Adjusting the Interlocking Seat Bar
1. Loosen lock nut (2) on right side of the interlocking
seat bar.
2. Turn adjustable stop (3) clockwise to adjust seat bar
lower. Turn adjustable stop counterclockwise to adjust
seat bar higher.
Interlocking Seat Bar
3. Tighten lock nut when finished with adjustment.
4. Repeat procedure on left side of the interlocking seat
bar to match.
1— Interlocking Seat Bar 3— Adjustable Stop
2— Lock Nut
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Locking Seat Bar Adjustment
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Operation—Operator’s Station
Fire Extinguisher Location
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage to machine wire harness
drill may contact wire harness if installing fire
extinguisher on left-rear ROPS post.
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The recommended location for the fire extinguisher is
inside the cab on the right-rear ROPS post, boom lock
side of the rear window.
NOTE: All fire extinguishers do not operate the same.
Read operating instructions on canister.
The portable fire extinguisher is used to aid in the
Fire Extinguisher Mounting Location
extinguishing of small fires. Refer to individual
manufacturers' instructions and proper fire fighting
procedures before the need to use the fire extinguisher 1— Fire Extinguisher Mounting
arises. For fire prevention safety rules, see Prevent Fires. Location
(Section 1-2.)
IMPORTANT: Avoid possible machine damage.
Replace or recharge fire extinguisher after Inspect and maintain the fire extinguisher following the
every use according to the manufacturer’s manufacturer’s recommendations and all local, regional,
instructions. and national regulations.
Check gauge (if equipped) on fire extinguisher. If fire
extinguisher is not fully charged, recharge or replace it
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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12-Volt Power Outlet
NOTE: Machine switched power must be on for operation.
A 12-volt power outlet (1) is located in the upper left
corner of the cab. Keep outlet free of dirt and moisture
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for uninterrupted operation.
1— 12-Volt Power Outlet 2— Service ADVISOR™
Connector
Power Outlet
Service ADVISOR is a trademark of Deere & Company
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Operation—Operating the Machine
Before Starting Work
Review the operating precautions. See
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Safety—Operating Precautions (1-3).
Use seat belt when operating machine. Remember to
fasten seat belt even during brief periods of use.
Reading Operator's Manual
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Operator's Daily Machine Check Before Starting
Safety and Protective Device Checks
Check for bent, broken, loose, or missing boom, bucket,
Walk around machine to clear all persons from machine or sheet metal parts.
area before starting machine.
Check for loose or missing hardware.
Check condition of guards, shields, and covers.
Check for oil leaks, missing or loose hose clamps, kinked
Overall Machine Checks hoses, and lines or hoses that rub against each other or
other parts.
Check for worn or frayed electrical wires and loose or
corroded connections.
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Operation—Operating the Machine
Exhaust Filter • If operator takes engine speed above low
The exhaust filter is a critical component of the engine's idle threshold, engine speed will not return
emissions control system, which is required to meet to factory low idle setting.
governmental emissions regulations. The exhaust filter • Low idle will increase automatically if vehicle
captures soot and ash to prevent its release into the is in a “safe” state.
atmosphere. The soot and ash must be eliminated from
the exhaust filter to keep it functioning properly. The CAUTION: Servicing machine during exhaust
process of eliminating collected soot is called exhaust filter auto cleaning can result in serious personal
filter cleaning. There are three types of exhaust filter injury. Avoid exposure and skin contact with
cleaning available to the operator: hot gases and components.
• NATURAL/PASSIVE During exhaust filter auto cleaning, the engine
• AUTO may run at elevated idle and hot temperatures
• PARKED for an extended period of time. Exhaust gases
There are three soot levels to describe the amount of and exhaust filter components may reach
restriction in the exhaust filter. These levels determine the temperatures hot enough to burn people and
type of cleaning that is required: ignite or melt common materials.
• LOW Auto cleaning is set from the factory in the EMU menu
• MODERATE to be enabled. Different settings can be chosen for the
• HIGH default state after a power cycle. These settings are:
For more information, see Engagement and Monitor Unit NOTE: If auto cleaning is set to disabled, machine may
(EMU)—Main Menu—Exhaust Filter. (Section 2-3.) revert back to enabled after a power cycle.
Auto cleaning is able to activate (if not disabled by the â–ˇ DEFAULT TO PREVIOUS
operator) when the exhaust filter restriction is anywhere â–ˇ DEFAULT TO ENABLED
between LOW and MODERATE soot levels. Auto cleaning â–ˇ DEFAULT TO DISABLED
is no longer available if the exhaust filter restriction
reaches HIGH soot level. See your authorized dealer if a different default setting
is preferred.
Parked cleaning can be initiated when the exhaust filter
restriction reaches either LOW or MODERATE soot levels. IMPORTANT: Avoid machine damage. Do not
stop engine when Exhaust Filter Cleaning
If exhaust filter restriction reaches HIGH soot level, Indicator illuminates.
a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) will appear, and an
authorized dealer should be contacted. With auto cleaning enabled, exhaust filter cleaning is
In addition to the cleaning procedures, the exhaust filter automatically performed as needed, with no interaction
also requires maintenance to remove accumulated ash, from the operator. An exhaust filter cleaning indicator
which is a noncombustible result of additives used in will illuminate on the EMU when the system is actively
crankcase lubrication oils and the fuel. Ash removal performing an exhaust filter auto cleaning. Machine can
CANNOT be performed by the operator. For more be operated as normal. When the exhaust filter auto
information on exhaust filter ash removal, see Service cleaning process has completed its cycle, the cleaning
Exhaust Filter. (Section 3-3.) indicator will automatically turn off.
NOTE: Unnecessary idling can cause exhaust filter If filter restriction reaches the MODERATE soot level with
soot to accumulate. For the best possible auto cleaning enabled and the EMU indicates a parked
exhaust filter operation, which requires the cleaning is needed, further action is needed to clean the
least amount of operator interaction, idling filter. A pop-up will appear indicating to run a parked filter
should be kept to a minimum. cleaning at the earliest convenience.
NOTE: Disabling exhaust filter auto cleaning is not
Natural/Passive Cleaning preferred. Whenever possible, auto cleaning should
During normal machine operation the exhaust heat will be enabled to keep soot buildup to a minimum
naturally clean the soot build up in the exhaust filter. and to increase overall machine uptime.
Auto Cleaning
NOTE: Low idle will only adjust under the
following conditions:
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Operation—Operating the Machine
Operating Boom—EH Controls
Depending on machine configuration, there are three
possible control patterns: electrohydraulic (EH) hands 1
only (ISO pattern) controls, EH hands only (H pattern)
controls, or EH hand and foot controls.
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EH Hands Only (ISO Pattern) Controls
2
The right joystick (1) controls the boom:
• Move joystick forward to lower boom.
• Move joystick backward to raise boom.
• Boom will move faster the farther the joystick is moved.
Right Joystick
Float Position:
Relieves down pressure on boom cylinders and allows
boom and attachment to float with contour of the ground.
NOTE: Float function will not activate if ride control is on.
NOTE: Do not press and hold float switch (2). Holding float
switch can result in a diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
To activate float:
1. Activate boom down motion.
2. Press and release float switch (2).
3. Allow joystick to move to neutral position.
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NOTE: Pressing float switch again will not deactivate float.
To deactivate float:
1. Move right joystick a minimum of 10% either forward
or backward.
1— Right Joystick 2— Float Switch
Right Joystick Operation—ISO Pattern
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Operation—Operating the Machine
Power Quik-Tatch™
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Control Panel
Installing an attachment:
1. Park machine on level surface.
2. Lower boom until boom is resting on boom stops.
3. Disengage park brake.