An In-Depth Look at John Deere 2D Slope Control

John Deere 2D Slope Control is an advanced grading technology designed to enhance the precision and efficiency of slope creation, adjustment, and maintenance. This system reads the cross slope and mainfall of your machine, providing precise grading measurements and enabling you to adjust the blade’s tilt and pitch accurately. With 2D Slope Control, you can fine-tune the grading on your 333G Compact Track Loader to meet your specific construction and landscaping needs.

Operation Screen Overview 
The 2D Slope Control operating screen is displayed on your 333G’s rear-view camera. To access it, follow these steps: on the main monitor, select “MENU,” then “GRADE CTRL,” followed by “SELECT MODE.” Scroll down and choose “2D SLOPE CONTROL.”

On-Board Grade Indicate
The two top icons on the screen display the percentages for cross slope on the top left and mainfall on the top right. A positive cross slope indicates that the right-hand side of the machine is elevated, while a negative slope means the right-hand side is lowered. Similarly, a positive mainfall shows the front of the machine is tilted upward, whereas a negative mainfall means the front is tilted downward.

Live Blade Position Readings
On the left-hand side of the screen, below the cross slope icon, you can see the blade’s cross slope reading. Directly below it reads the blade’s mainfall. The positive and negative percentages of the blade cross slope and mainfall are interpreted in the same way as the machine’s cross slope and mainfall.

Target Mode
In the center of the screen, a green target icon indicates that your machine is in target mode. In target mode, the blade adjusts its cross slope and mainfall according to your targeted settings once automatics are enabled. The adjustable parameters for your blade cross slope and mainfall are shown to the right of the live blade position readings.

Joystick Mode
Alternatively, you can use joystick mode, marked by a green joystick icon at the center of your screen. In this mode, you control and adjust the blade’s cross slope and mainfall using the joystick. Pressing the trigger on the joystick locks the adjusted blade position until pressed again.