Features S690 available from Heaths.com, IL
• Flexible cab options
• High-performance S-Series cleaning system reduces slope sensitivity and delivers results
• Isochronous engine governor enhances overall capacity and efficiency
• Folding grain tank extensions/covers
• Closed-center hydraulics system overview
• CommandTouch™ multi-speed feederhouse drive provides extra high-torque drive capacity
• ProDrive™ propulsion system automatically shifts between two speed ranges as ground conditions change
• 400-bu (14,100-L) S-Series grain tank
AMS
• Harvesting with GreenStar™ Harvest Monitor™ system
• Documentation made easy with GreenStar™ Harvest Doc™ system
• StarFire™ 3000
• AutoTrac™ RowSense™ increases machine efficiency while harvesting corn
Cab and Control
• Flexible cab options
• Better visibility means better harvesting
• Improved lighting technology
• Increased storage enhances operator efficiency
• Reduced sound level reduces stress
• Sound systems make short days
• Comfort in all conditions
• Easy-to-operate controls
• Convenient controls
• Easy-to-operate displays
• Intuitive digital cornerpost display
• Compact overhead control panel
• Easy-to-operate dual-tilt steering wheel/column
• Comfortable premium heated seat
• Redesigned instructor seat and active refrigerator
• Enhanced external manual or electrical mirrors
• Increase productivity with JDLink™ and John Deere Harvest Module
Cleaning System
• High-performance S-Series cleaning system reduces slope sensitivity and delivers results
• Conveyer augers provide positive, even grain delivery to cleaning system
• Equip S-Series Combines with deep-tooth or general-purpose chaffer and sieve
• TouchSet™ automatic combine adjustment
Drives and Axles
• ProDrive™ propulsion system automatically shifts between two speed ranges as ground conditions change
• Ground drive system provides infinite speed ranges (ProDrive™ transmission)
• Front axle and final drives provide high load-carrying capability
• Hydraulic brakes absorb high torque for better corner braking and increased reliability
• Hydrostatic steering system reduces operator steering effort
• S-Series rear axle available in fixed tread and adjustable tread
Engine
• Powerful John Deere PowerTech PSX™ 13.5L engine
• Distribute power through the main engine gearcase
• Easy-access engine deck
• John Deere Interim Tier 4 cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
• John Deere Interim Tier 4 automatic filter cleaning process
• Engine air scoop provides continuously clean fresh air to engine and engine deck compartment
• Isochronous engine governor enhances overall capacity and efficiency
Feeding
• Length and orientation of feederhouse provide excellent header visibility
• Lateral tilt feederhouse with automatic self-leveling system follows varying contours of sloping ground
• Adjust feederhouse front-tilting frame for all tire combinations
• Quick-adjust feederhouse drum height
• Electronically control feederhouse reverser
• Feederhouse designed to handle large header/platform widths and heavy weight loads
• Conveyor chain drive
• CommandTouch™ multi-speed feederhouse drive provides extra high-torque drive capacity
• Fixed-speed feederhouse drive
• Slip clutch handles high volumes of material
• Feed accelerator and stone-trap system (FAST) provides smooth crop flow and disperses crop material evenly
• TriStream™ feeding designed to maximize performance and material handling
• Feederhouse cast-iron slat gathering chain is highly resistant to damage
• High-capacity feeding package recommended for tough, heavy windrowed crops
• Single-point feederhouse latching
• Feederhouse hooks provide unobstructed view during header hookup
• Feederhouse safety side shields provide quick access to drive shafts and hydraulic hose connections
Grain Handling
• 400-bu (14,100-L) S-Series grain tank
• Rapid material movement with S-Series tailings return system
• Easy unloading with the S-Series unloading auger
• Folding grain tank extensions/covers
• Moisture sensor mounted on clean grain elevator
• Extended-wear grain-handling system available
• Beacon lights help to boost productivity and safety
• Folding unloading auger shortens length of combine for transport and storage
Hydraulics
• Closed-center hydraulics system overview
• 47-L main hydraulic reservoir for S680 and S690 Combines
• TouchSet™ hydraulics for all S-Series Combines
• 80-mm (3.15-in.) feederhouse lift cylinders provide lift required by larger, heavier header equipment
• 90-mm (3.50-in.) feederhouse lift cylinders for S680 and S690 Combines
Residue Disposal
• Air chutes improve airflow
• Easily change position of straw chopper for storage and windrowing
• Easily change positions of the cob deflector
• Fine-cut straw chopper
• Vane tailboards
• Spread residue with the PowerCast™ tailboard
• Premium residue system with Advanced PowerCast™ tailboard and straw chopper
• Standard and widespread straw spreaders
Threshing and Separating
• TriSteam™ Rotor designed for material handling
• Variable Stream Rotor designed for material handling
• Selecting the correct concave is key to combine performance
• Discharge beater moves material quickly away from rear of separator
• Dual-range separator drive is standard on S-Series Combines
Wheels and Tires
• 480/80R42 wide-spaced dual tires offer increased footprint and stability
• 520/85R38 and 520/85R42 wide-spaced dual tires provide increased flotation and decreased soil compaction
• 650/85R38 R1W wide-spaced dual tires provide maximum flotation and minimum soil compaction
• 800/65R32 and 30.5x32 drive tires provide excellent performance
• 800/70R38 drive tire provides less compaction and better flotation than comparable bias ply tire
• 800/70R32 R1W 181A8 (Goodyear Only) drive tire provides high load carrying capacity with increased flexion technology
• High-flotation 76X50-32-in. HF3 logger drive tires
• 900/65R32 R2 drive tires can be dished in or out without the use of axle spacers
• 900/60R32 R1 or R1W drive tires offer increased floatation through increased sectional width