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John Deere 3032E, 3036E, 3038E - Operating

Seat Belt

Pull belt end across operator lap. Install tab into buckle. A click will be heard when the tab locks into the buckle. Press red button to release seat belt allowing the belt to retract.

JD 3032E, 3036E, 3038E Instrument Panel

Warning Flasher/Turn Signal Indicator Light: These indicator lights will turn on and flash when the light switch is turned to one of the two warning flasher positions, or the turn signal switch is in the right or left hand turn position. Tachometer: Shows engine speed in increments of 100 rpm. Example: If indicator is pointing at 20, then 20x100 = 2000 rpm. Note the special PTO marker. At this engine speed, the PTO rotates at the industry standard 540 rpm. Engine Oil Pressure Light: This light should illuminate when the ignition key switch is in the run position and the engine is not running, and also when engine oil pressure is too low with the engine running. If this light illuminates while the engine is running, stop engine immediately. Alternator/Battery Discharging Light: This light should illuminate when the ignition key switch is in the run position and the engine is not running. Hour Meter: This display shows Total number of accumulated running hours. Use the hour meter as a guide when servicing various components of this machine. Engine Coolant Temperature Light: This light should not illuminate when the ignition key switch is in the run position or when the engine is running. It will light if the engine is running and the engine coolant temperature raises too high. If this light illuminates while the engine is running, stop engine immediately. PTO Engaged Light: This light will illuminate when the PTO is engaged.

Fuel Shut-Off Valve

Close the valve when performing any type of John Deere 3032E, 3036E, 3038E engine fuel system service. Locate the fuel shut-off valve on the right side of the machine on the fuel sediment filter. Open or close fuel shut-off valve lever as required: Open Valve: Rotate valve lever to the ON (vertical) position. Close Valve: Rotate valve lever to the OFF (horizontal) position. Using Throttle Controls - Use the throttle lever to change engine speeds. Use the throttle in conjunction with the tachometer to set engine speeds. Decrease Engine Speed - Pull throttle rearward. Increase Engine Speed - Push throttle forward.

Starting the JD 3032E, 3036E, 3038E Engine

It is recommended to install optional engine block heater and hydraulic oil heater if operating machine in temperatures below -18C (0F). If temperature is below 0C (32F), follow the cold weather starting steps in this section. Lock the park brake. Push the PTO knob to the disengaged/off position. Remove foot from forward and reverse travel pedals. Lower any rear mount implement to the ground by pushing the rockshaft control lever forward. Lower any front mounted implement to the ground using the SCV lever. Set hand throttle lever to the 1/3 fast position. Turn key switch to the run position. Check instrument panel indicator lights: Alternator/battery discharging light will illuminate. Engine oil pressure light will illuminate. Glow plugs and air heater are operational during cranking. Using ether or starter fluid during cranking will cause damage to engine.

For cold weather starting, place range shift lever in low range, turn key to start position and hold for: 10-15 seconds for temperatures as low as -18C (0F). 15-30 seconds for temperatures below -18C (0F). Starter may be damaged if starter is operated for more than 20 seconds at a time: Wait two minutes before trying again if engine does not start. Continue to hold key in start position and shift range lever to neutral position. Release key when engine starts. Check instrument panel indicator lights: Engine oil pressure light should go out within 5 seconds. Alternator/battery discharging light should go out within 10 seconds. Set engine speed at full throttle if indicator light does not go out after 10 seconds. If indicator light continues to stay on, stop the engine and check for cause. In cold weather, run engine several minutes to allow engine oil and transmission oil to warm. It is normal for the engine to be louder and for blue-white exhaust smoke to be present during engine warm-up. The amount of exhaust smoke depends on air temperature. Warm the engine: In warm weather, set hand throttle lever to the 1/2 fast position for 1 minute without load. In cold weather, set hand throttle lever to the 1/2 fast position for 5 minutes without load.

Starting a Stalled John Deere 3032E, 3036E, 3038E Engine

If John Deere 3032E, 3036E, 3038E tractor engine stalls while operating under load, start engine immediately to prevent abnormal heat build-up in engine. Disengage PTO. Remove foot from forward travel and reverse travel pedals. Shift transmission range lever to neutral. Start engine. Continue with normal operation, or set engine at slow idle speed for 2 minutes before stopping the engine. Stopping the Machine - Position the machine on a firm, level surface. Remove foot smoothly from forward or reverse travel pedals to stop motion. Push the PTO knob to the disengaged/off position. Lower any rear mount implement to the ground by pushing the rockshaft control lever forward. Lower any front mounted implement to the ground using the SCV lever. Adjust hand throttle lever rearward to set engine speed to slow idle speed. Allow engine to idle for 2 minutes. Lock the park brake. Turn key switch to the off position. Remove the key. Wait for the John Deere 3032E, 3036E, 3038E engine and all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator’s station.

Towing Loads

Ensure the load does not exceed the recommended weight. The machine must be heavy and powerful enough with adequate braking power for the towed load. Use additional caution and reduce speed when towing loads under adverse surface conditions, when turning, and on inclines. Weight requirement for towed equipment: If towed equipment does not have brakes, do not tow loads more than 1500 kg (3307 lb) maximum. If towed equipment has brakes, do not tow loads more than 2000 kg (4409 lb) maximum. Hitch the towed load only to the drawbar. Lock the drawbar and pin in place. Install a safety chain to the machine drawbar support and to the towed load. Provide only enough slack to permit turning. Before descending a hill, shift to a gear low enough to control machine travel speed without having to use the brake pedal to brake the machine and installed implements.

Safety Chain

Secure the towed load to the drawbar. The safety chain is designed to help control the towed load should it separate from the drawbar. Use a chain with a strength rating greater than the gross weight of the towed load. Replace or repair the safety chain if one or more links or fittings are broken, stretched or damaged. Attach safety chain to drawbar support and to towed load. Provide only enough slack to permit turning. Install additional attaching points for chain on drawbar to reduce slack in chain when necessary. Remove safety chain and store when not in use.

John Deere 3032E, 3036E, 3038E Ballasting

Do not overload tires. Do not exceed tire maximum inflation pressure or maximum load capacity. Add weight to machine front end if needed for stability. Heavy pulling and heavy rear mounted implements tend to lift front wheels. Add enough ballast to maintain steering control and prevent tip over. Remove weight when it is no longer needed. Remove ballast from machine when no longer needed.

John Deere 3032E, 3036E, 3038E Implement Codes

Use the following tables to determine the number of front weights to use with John Deere implements that show implement code data in the ballasting section of the implement operator’s manual. Match the implement code from the implement manual with the codes for your machine and type of hitch. If the code falls between two numbers in the table, use the next higher number in the table for the number of front weights to use with that implement. These codes are for ideal conditions. Actual field conditions may require additional ballast. Some JD implements may recommend using a certain number of front weights rather than giving implement codes. Maximum recommended implement codes: Base tractor: 21. JD 3032E, 3036E, 3038E tractor with 305 loader: 52. JD 3032E, 3036E, 3038E tractor with 305 loader, bucket removed: 36

Using Optional Rear Ballast Box - Do not overload tires. Do not exceed tire maximum inflation pressure or maximum load capacity. The rear ballast box is used for carrying ballast on the 3-point hitch. Approximate weight of different materials is given in the implement operator’s manual.

Liquid Weight in Tires

Cover rim completely with solution to avoid corrosion, but never more than 90 percent full. More solution would leave too little air space to absorb shocks. Damage to tire could occur. Use of alcohol as ballast is not recommended. Calcium chloride solution is heavier and more economical. A solution of water and calcium chloride provides safe economical ballast, and will prevent freezing. If used properly, it will not damage tires, tubes, or rims. A mixture of 0.4 kg of calcium chloride per liter of water (3.5 lb/gal), will not freeze solid above -45C (-50F). Fill tubeless tires at least to valve stem level (minimum 75% full). Less solution would expose part of rim, possibly causing corrosion. Tube-type tires may be filled to any level below 90%.

Optional Front Weights and Front Weight Bracket Extension - Quick-Tatch weights and attaching hardware are available at your John Deere dealer. Each weight is 19 kg (42 lb) or 32 kg (70 lb). An optional front weight bracket extension kit is available at your John Deere dealer. This optional front weight bracket extension kit will hold up to ten Quick-Tatch weights.

Transporting Machine on Trailer

Transporting a John Deere 3032E, 3036E, 3038E tractor on a trailer or on a truck bed at high speeds can result in hood or engine cover raising and possibly coming off machine if not secured. Position machine on trailer so hood or engine cover opens from rear of trailer to prevent wind from blowing hood or cover open. Secure hood or engine cover with existing machine locks or latches. Secure hood or engine cover with tie down straps if no locks or latches exist. Use a heavy-duty trailer to transport your machine. Drive machine forward onto trailer. Lower any implements to trailer deck. Lock the park brake. Stop the engine. Remove the key. Close the fuel shut-off valve. Fasten machine to trailer with heavy-duty straps, chains, or cables. Both front and rear straps must be directed down and outward from machine. Trailer must have signs and lights as required by law.