John Deere K LOADERS 544K manual

K LOADERS 95 –1 47 K W (1 28 –1 98 N ET H P) UTILIT Y LOADERS 444K | 524K | 544K | 624 K Vertis QCA 1300 19th Street, Suite 200 East Moline, IL 61244 Cyan Magenta Ye l l o w Black DKAKULDR Page 1[...]

PAG E S 2–3 Think. Again. Think. Again. Think. Again. Innov ative Qua d-C ool ™ system. Highly reliable solid-sta te electr ical sys tem and sealed- switch module . Smo oth-as-silk Smar t Shif t ™ transm iss ion . The J-Series Load ers introd uce d a lot of i nno vati ve th in king — an d beg an a traditi on that contin ues i n the new K -S[...]

PowerT ech ™ EP A Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA diesels pack impressive torque reserves that top out a t a whopping 55 percent in the 624K. For power without compromise in all conditions. K-Series Loaders ride on a wide stance that provides additional lateral stability for handling heavy loads and working on rough terrain. Overall balance is exceptional. [...]

2 3 4 Available premium heated air-ride armchair seat adjusts multiple ways for extra comfort and cushioning. Spacious cab with a cooler compartment and beverage holder provides plenty of room to stow your stuff. Convenient 12-volt port powers cell phones and other electronic devices. Brake and throttle pedals have been repositioned and the front c[...]

PAG E S 4–5 What opera tor wouldn’t be more productive in the high-back air -ride sea t of a K-Series Loader? Upfront, an enhanced multifunction monitor displays operating, diagnostic, and maintenance info on a color LCD screen with easy-on-the- eyes c larity . T en-percent more tinted glass and a low-profile console allo w a commanding view of[...]

PAG E S 6– 7 If you ’ve g ot maximu m productivity in mi nd, the K -Series Loa ders sho ul d be at the top of you r l ist. But it’ s not just th ei r big to rque reserves that mak e them such i mpressiv e per formers. Singl e-lever joystick or t wo -lev er fin gertip controls pro vid e smooth , near -ef for t- less c ontrol . E xca vat or -st[...]

SmartShift ensures that gear changes are smooth as silk, regardless of whether the bucket is empty or fully loaded. Engine/hydraulic match maintains good boom and bucket power into and out of the pile. For big loads, even in wet or packed ma terials. Optional spin control boosts productivity by improving traction in troublesome material or underfoo[...]

Powerllel’ s unique design separates the bell crank from the cross tube, attaching instead to the loader frame via a Y -shape link. This “free-floating” bell-crank design allows load forces to work with, not against, the boom. For powerful breakout in tough digging. Coupler fastens the attachment close to the machine to optimize stability wit[...]

PAG E S 8–9 Pow erl lel l oade rs del iv er both pow erf ul d iggi ng forces and p aral lel l if t. Thei r inn ova tive d e s i g n a l l o w s l o a d f o r c e s t o w o r k w i t h , n o t aga in st, the boom . For big b reak out force , even in dif ficul t digging. Impre ssi ve to rque throu gho ut the enti re du mp an d roll bac k range e na[...]

K-Series Loaders come equipped with plenty of production-boosting features to help you handle almost anything you thro w their way . But if yours isn’t just any a pplication, we’ve got you covered with a wide variety of factory- or dealer-installed options. So you can equip your loader with exactly what you need to maximize your efforts and exp[...]

Corrosion package shields electrical components and connections to help prevent corrosive materials from short-circuiting productivity . Full-tire front and rear fenders and flaps help keep the machine free of mud and debris. Powered cab pre-cleaner is a smart addition in high airborne-debris environments. Heated mirrors prevent fog and ice from ob[...]

2 3 4 1 Four steel plates support the loader tower , extending pin life and protecting the boom-cylinder hoses. Sealed-switch module keeps out dust, moisture, and debris, and virtually never wears out. Proven marine-grade touchpad eliminates rocker switches and nearly 100 wires, and unsealed connections provide even longer life. Standard features s[...]

It’ s all abo ut upti me . S o we ga ve the K -Series p l e n t y o f r e s o u r c e s t o h e l p t h e m s u c c e e d . A l l four loader s come equipped with traditional John Deer e dur abilit y feat ures. Such as heav y- d u t y w e t - s l e e v e d i e s e l s , Q u a d - C o o l , a n d s o l i d - st ate el ectrical systems. Re inforced[...]

Greasing is less messy , with centralized lube banks providing easy access to difficult- to-reach zerks. Conveniently located periodic lube and maintenance chart ensures that nothing gets overlooked. Inboard planetary final drives and self- adjusting wet-disc brakes on 524K– 624K are virtually maintenance-free. Hydraulically driven fan runs only [...]

t he s help e r an ned t y . Auto o ff the nded 1 4 5 3 6 4. Color -coded fluid-sample and dia gnostic test ports help speed preventative maintenance and troubleshooting. Noninvasive design helps keep out contaminants. 5. Conveniently located, easy-to-read sight gauges and see-through reservoirs let you check trans- mission, hydraulic, coolant, and[...]

P AGES 16–17 Specifications Specifications Specifications Engine 444K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT / POWERLLEL TM Manufacturer and Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere PowerT ech TM E 4045H Non-Road Emissions Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EPA T ier 3/EU Stage IIIA Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

Refill Capacities (U.S.) 444K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT / POWERLLEL Fuel T ank (with ground-level fueling) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 L (64 gal.) Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 L (20 qt.) Engine Oil with Vertical Spin-On Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.5 L (18.5 qt.) T ransmission Fluid with Vertical [...]

Dimensions with Quick-Coupler and Hook-On Bucket 444K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT / POWERLLEL Z-Bar High-Lift P owerllel A Dump Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲ (see page 19) ▲ (see pa ge 20) ▲ (see page 20) B Dump Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲▲ (see page 19) ▲▲ (see page 20) ?[...]

444K Z-Bar with Pin-On-T ype Bucket General-Purpose Bucket T ype/Size with Bolt-On Edge Capacity , Heaped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9 m 3 (2.5 cu. yd.) Capacity , Struck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6 m 3 (2.1 cu. yd.) Bucket Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 870 kg (1,91[...]

P AGES 20–21 444K High-Lift with Quick-Coupler and Hook-On-T ype Bucket Bucket T ype/Size General-Purpose with Bolt-On Edge Capacity , Heaped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9 m 3 (2.5 cu. yd.) 1.5 m 3 (2.0 cu. yd.) Capacity , Struck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6 m 3 (2.1 cu. yd.) 1.2 m 3 (1.6 cu. yd.[...]

Bucket Selection Guides* 444K Z-BAR LOADER WITH PIN-ON BUCKET 444K HIGH-LIFT LOADER WITH PIN-ON BUCKET 444K POWERLLEL LOADER WITH QUICK-COUPLER AND HOOK-ON BUCKET d tires, io n 5. d tires, io n 5. .) 8 in.) 9 43 lb.) 3 14 lb.) 3 45 lb.) d tires, io n 5. per/ lb./cu. yd. kg/m 3 BUCKET SIZE m 3 (cu. yd. ) 0.8 (1.0) 4.6 (6.0) 4.2 (5.5) 3.8 (5.0) 3.4 ([...]

P AGES 22–23 Specifications Specifications Specifications Engine 524K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT Manufacturer and Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere PowerT ech TM E 6068H Non-Road Emissions Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EPA T ier 3/EU Stage IIIA Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Refill Capacities (U.S.) 524K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT Fuel T ank (with ground-level fueling) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 L (86 gal.) Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 L (24 qt.) Engine Oil with Vertical Spin-On Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 L (20 qt.) T ransmission Fluid with Vertical Filter . . . . .[...]

Dimensions with Quick-Coupler and Hook-On Bucket 524K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT Z-Bar High-Lift A Dump Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲ (see page 25) ▲ (see pa ge 26) B Dump Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲▲ (see page 25) ▲▲ (see page 26) C Maximum Digging Depth . . . . . . . . . .[...]

524K Z-Bar with Pin-On-T ype Bucket General-Purpose Bucket T ype/Size with Bolt-On Edge Capacity , Heaped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1 m 3 (2.75 cu. yd.) Capacity , Struck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7 m 3 (2.27 cu. yd.) Bucket Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 991 kg (2,[...]

P AGES 26–27 524K High-Lift with Quick-Coupler and Hook-On-T ype Bucket Bucket T ype/Size General-Purpose with Bolt-On Edge Capacity , Heaped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1 m 3 (2.75 cu. yd.) 1.9 m 3 (2.5 cu. yd.) Capacity , Struck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7 m 3 (2.27 cu. yd.) 1.6 m 3 (2.1 cu. y[...]

Bucket Selection Guides* 524K Z-BAR LOADER WITH PIN-ON BUCKET 524K HIGH-LIFT LOADER WITH PIN-ON BUCKET d tires, io n 5. d tires, io n 5. mper/ lb./cu. yd. kg/m 3 BUCKET SIZE m 3 (cu. yd. ) 0.8 (1.0) 4.6 (6.0) 4.2 (5.5) 3.8 (5.0) 3.4 (4.5) 3.0 (4.0) 2.7 (3.5) 2.3 (3.0) 1.9 (2.5) 1.5 (2.0) 1.1 (1.5) 4.9 (6.5) 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 5,000 7,000 6,000[...]

P AGES 28–29 Specifications Specifications Specifications Engine 544K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT / POWERLLEL TM Manufacturer and Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere PowerT ech TM E 6068H Non-Road Emissions Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EPA T ier 3/EU Stage IIIA Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

Refill Capacities (U.S.) 544K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT / POWERLLEL Fuel T ank (with ground-level fueling) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 L (86 gal.) Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 L (24 qt.) Engine Oil with Vertical Spin-On Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 L (20 qt.) T ransmission Fluid with Vertical Filt[...]

Dimensions with Quick-Coupler and Hook-On Bucket 544K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT / POWERLLEL Z-Bar High-Lift P owerllel A Dump Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲ (see page 31) ▲ (see pa ge 32) ▲ (see page 32) B Dump Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲▲ (see page 31) ▲▲ (see page 32) ?[...]

544K Z-Bar with Pin-On-T ype Bucket General-Purpose with Bolt-On Edge Bucket T ype/Size Narrow Wide Capacity , Heaped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3 m 3 (3.0 cu. yd.) 2.3 m 3 (3.0 cu. yd.) Capacity , Struck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.0 m 3 (2.6 cu. yd.) 2.0 m 3 (2.6 cu. yd.) Bucket Weight . . . . . [...]

P AGES 32–33 544K High-Lift with Quick-Coupler and Hook-On-T ype Bucket Bucket T ype/Size General-Purpose with Bolt-On Edge Capacity , Heaped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3 m 3 (3.0 cu. yd.) 1.9 m 3 (2.5 cu. yd.) Capacity , Struck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.0 m 3 (2.6 cu. yd.) 1.6 m 3 (2.1 cu. yd.[...]

d tires, io n 5. d tires, io n 5. .) 2 in.) 8 97 lb.) 8 51 lb.) 9 49 lb.) d tires, io n 5. ast Bucket Selection Guides* 544K Z-BAR LOADER WITH PIN-ON BUCKET 544K HIGH-LIFT LOADER WITH PIN-ON BUCKET 544K POWERLLEL LOADER WITH QUICK-COUPLER AND HOOK-ON BUCKET lb./cu. yd. kg/m 3 BUCKET SIZE m 3 (cu. yd. ) 0.8 (1.0) 4.6 (6.0) 4.2 (5.5) 3.8 (5.0) 3.4 (4[...]

P AGES 34–35 Specifications Specifications Specifications Engine 624K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT / POWERLLEL TM / TOOL CARRIER Manufacturer and Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere PowerT ech TM Plus 6068H John Deere PowerT ech 6068H Non-Road Emissions Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EPA T ier 3/EU Stage IIIA EP A Ti[...]

Refill Capacities (U.S.) 624K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT / POWERLLEL / TOOL CARRIER Fuel T ank (with ground-level fueling) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 L (93 gal.) Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 L (29 qt.) Engine Oil with Vertical Spin-On Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 L (20 qt.) T ransmission Fluid wit[...]

Dimensions with Quick-Coupler and Hook-On Bucket 624K Z-BAR / HIGH-LIFT / POWERLLEL Z-Bar High-Lift P owerllel A Dump Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲ (see page 37) ▲ (see pa ge 38) ▲ (see page 38) B Dump Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲▲ (see page 37) ▲▲ (see page 38) ?[...]

624K Z-Bar with Pin-On-T ype Bucket General-Purpose Bucket T ype/Size with Bolt-On Edge Capacity , Heaped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7 m 3 (3.5 cu. yd.) Capacity , Struck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3 m 3 (3.0 cu. yd.) Bucket Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1148 kg (2,5[...]

P AGES 38–39 624K High-Lift with Quick-Coupler and Hook-On-T ype Bucket General-Purpose Bucket T ype/Size with Bolt-On Edge Capacity , Heaped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7 m 3 (3.5 cu. yd.) Capacity , Struck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3 m 3 (3.0 cu. yd.) Bucket Weight with Coupler . . . . . . . .[...]

Bucket Selection Guides* 624K Z-BAR LOADER WITH PIN-ON BUCKET 624K HIGH-LIFT LOADER WITH PIN-ON BUCKET 624K POWERLLEL LOADER WITH QUICK-COUPLER AND HOOK-ON BUCKET lb./cu. yd. kg/m 3 BUCKET SIZE m 3 (cu. yd. ) 0.8 (1.0) 4.6 (6.0) 4.2 (5.5) 3.8 (5.0) 3.4 (4.5) 3.0 (4.0) 2.7 (3.5) 2.3 (3.0) 1.9 (2.5) 1.5 (2.0) 1.1 (1.5) 4.9 (6.5) 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,0[...]

d tires, io n 5. d tires, io n 5. .) 3 in.) 7 21 lb.) 06 lb.) 6 22 lb.) d tires, io n 5. ast Dimensions with Standard Configuration 624K TOOL CARRIER 2.7-m 3 (3.5 cu. yd.) pin-on bucket A Height to T op of Cab and Canopy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.32 m (10 ft. 11 in.) B Ground Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 mm (1[...]

Specifications with Quick-Coupler and Hook-On Construction Fork 624K TOOL C ARRIER ▲ Tine Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.22 m (48 in.) 1.52 m (60 in.) Fork Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.52 m (60 in.) 2.29 m (90 in.) ▲▲ Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Net engine power is with standard equipment including air cleaner , exhaust system, alternator , and cooling fan at test conditions per ISO9249. No derating is required up to 3050-m (10,000 ft.) altitude for the 444K, 524K, 544K, and 624K. Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Specifications are in accordance with ISO standard[...]