This comprehensive John Deere 7450 and 7455 Cotton Stripper Technical Manual provides in-depth information on maintaining, assembling, disassembling, and servicing these machines. It is a valuable resource for anyone who needs to keep their John Deere cotton stripper running smoothly.

The manual includes detailed specifications, diagrams, and real-life photographic illustrations to guide you through every step of the process. It covers a wide range of topics, including:

* **General Information:** Safety procedures, general specifications, fuels and lubricants, welding repair.
* **Engine Repair:** Engine removal and installation, cooling system, repairs.
* **Fuel and Air System Repair:** Diesel fuel system, control linkage repair.
* **Electrical Repair:** Charging circuit repair, starting circuit repair, monitor and gauges repair, ROW-TRAK repair, accessory circuit repair, connector repair.
* **Power Train Repair:** Hydrostatic drive components removal and installation, hydrostatic drive components repair, transmission, final drive, control linkage repair.
* **Steering and Brakes Repair:** Steering component removal and installation, steering column repair, steering metering pump repair, steering cylinder repair, brake repair.
* **Hydraulic Repair:** Hydraulic pumps, solenoid control valve, basket lift cylinder, cross auger lift cylinders, height control cylinder, axle stabilizer cylinder, steering cylinder, vane compactor cylinder, compactor hydraulic motor, unit drive hydraulic motor, height control, basket interlock valve, stabilizer valve.
* **Guide Axle and Wheel Hub Repair:** Axle and wheel hub repair.
* **Operator Station Repair:** R-134A air conditioning system, heating system, seat repair, cab repair.
* **Stripping Units Repair:** Unit removal and installation, unit repair, cross augers and slip clutch, unit input shafts and slip clutches.
* **Air System Repair:** Air system repair.
* **Cleaner Repair:** Cleaner repair.
* **Operational Checkout Procedure:** Machine operational checkout.
* **Engine Operation and Tests:** System operational checks, diagnostic information, engine system operation and tests, system adjustments, theory of operation.
* **Fuel/Air Operation and Tests:** System operational checks, diagnostic information, system tests, system adjustments, theory of operation.
* **Electrical Operation and Tests - 7450:** System information, system diagnosis, sub-system diagnostics (power circuit, start circuit, charging circuit, lighting system circuit, horn circuit, windshield wiper circuit, dome and console light circuit, lighter circuit, radio circuit, auxiliary plug circuit, blower and air conditioning circuit, monitor system circuit, gauges circuit, tachometer circuit, shaft speed monitor circuit, fan & cleaner actuator circuits, ROW-TRAK circuits, electro-hydraulic controls circuit, header control circuit), electrical system tests, battery.
* **Electrical Operation and Tests - 7455:** System information, system diagnosis, sub-system diagnostics (power circuit, start circuit, charging circuit, lighting system circuit, horn circuit, windshield wiper circuit, dome and console light circuit, lighter circuit, radio circuit, auxiliary plug circuit, blower and air conditioning circuit, monitor system circuit, gauges circuit, tachometer circuit, shaft speed monitor circuit, fan & cleaner actuator circuits, ROW-TRAK circuits, electro-hydraulic controls circuit, header control circuit), electrical system tests, battery.
* **Power Train Operation and Tests:** System operational checks, system diagnostic checks, system tests, system adjustment, theory of operation.
* **Steering/Brakes Operation and Tests:** System operational checks, system diagnostic checks, system tests, system adjustment, theory of operation.
* **Hydraulic System Operation and Test:** Operational checks, hydraulic system diagnosis (hydraulic pump diagnostics, solenoid control valve diagnostics, hydraulic cylinder diagnostics, height sensing system diagnostics), hydraulic system tests, hydraulic system adjustment, hydraulic system theory of operation (hydraulic pump operation, solenoid control valve operation, hydraulic cylinder operation, hydraulic motor operation, height control operation).
* **Operators Station Operation and Tests:** Operators station operational checks, operators station diagnostics, air conditioning tests, operators station tests, operators station adjustments, operators station theory of operation.
* **Stripping Unit Operation and Tests:** Stripping unit diagnostics, stripping unit adjustments, stripping unit operation.
* **Air System Operation and Tests:** Air system diagnostics, air system adjustments, air system operation.
* **Cleaner Operation and Tests:** Cleaner adjustments, cleaner operation.
* **Special Tools:** Fabricated tools.
* **Index:** A detailed index for easy navigation.

This manual will help you troubleshoot problems, perform maintenance tasks, and keep your John Deere 7450 or 7455 Cotton Stripper running efficiently for years to come.

The John Deere 7450 and 7455 Cotton Strippers were powerful and efficient harvesting machines designed for high-volume cotton production. Introduced in the late 1980s and early 1990s, these models were known for their robust construction, advanced features, and exceptional performance. The 7450 was initially powered by a 210-horsepower John Deere 6090 engine, while the 7455 boasted a 250-horsepower John Deere 6095 engine. Both models were equipped with a four-wheel-drive system for superior traction in challenging field conditions. This ensured consistent and efficient performance, even on uneven terrain. The 7450 and 7455 strippers featured a unique and innovative design, including a large, 12-row picking unit with a wide picking range, guaranteeing thorough cotton extraction. The picking unit comprised multiple rows of spindles rotating at high speeds, effectively removing cotton bolls from the plants. The harvested cotton was then conveyed to the cleaner and the lint was transported to the module builder where it was compressed and wrapped into modules for easy handling and storage.

Beyond their core harvesting capabilities, the 7450 and 7455 strippers incorporated advanced features that enhanced operator comfort and productivity. These included a spacious and ergonomic cab with excellent visibility, a user-friendly control panel, and a comfortable air-conditioned environment. The machines were also fitted with a hydraulic system that powered various functions, including the picking unit, the cleaner, and the module builder. This ensured seamless operation and minimized manual effort. The John Deere 7450 and 7455 Cotton Strippers were known for their reliability and durability, operating efficiently in a variety of field conditions. They were widely adopted by cotton farmers seeking to increase their yields while minimizing labor costs and maximizing productivity. These models played a significant role in advancing the cotton harvesting industry, paving the way for even more efficient and technologically advanced harvesting machines.