Mccormick Farmall Cub-1
Mccormick Farmall Cub-1
Mccormick Farmall Cub-1
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DELIVERY "REPORT
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P~EDELIVERf SERVICE
Prior to delivery of the above tractor the following checks and tests were made and' corrective . '
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action ta k en as necessary: , .' .
_D Sho~~ge:in S~ipment
D Dani~ge m Shipment D Transmission and Differential Oil I..,evels D Generator Charging Rate
D Attachments and Special Features Checked D Steering Housing Oil Level D Lights
against Purchase Order D Cooling System_Level D Gear Shifting
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D Tire Pressures D Hydraulic System Oil Level* D Clutch
0 Engine Oil-Drain and refill with correct D Water Level and Gravity of Battery D Brakes
viscosity oil. Checked when Installed D Engine Operation
D Air Cleaner-Empty oil fr.:,m cup and re- D Engine Oil Pressure D Road Test for General Operation
fill with correct-viscosity oil. D Cranking Motor D Clean and Polish
DELIVERY SERVICE
At time of delivery the importance of the Operator's Manual was explained and, with it as
. a guide, instruction was giv~n as indicated by check marks:
Appointment for after-delivery inspection (JO to 30 days after) was made for _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __
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CONTENTS
Description Page No.
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INTRODUCTION _ Inside
De!ivery. report (to be filled in when the tractor is ·delivered) ............................... . front cover
Ortentanon .............................................................................. . 2
Serial numbers, engine· and tractor ........................................................ . 2
DESCRIPTION
Before starting the tractor ..............................................................•.. 6, 7
Instruments and controls ............................•..................................... 4 to 6
Preparing your tractor for each day's work ................................................ . 7
Views of the tractor ....................................................................... . 3
LUBRICATION · -
General engine lu/rication ....... ; ............... : ......•................•................ 14
Greasing the front wheels ..............................•.•.. ·..... _........•............ ~ •.. 16
Lubricating oil and grease specifications ................•...•.....•........................ \ 16, 17 -
Lubrication guide .............•................................•.......•.................. 18 to 22
Oil filter .................................................•.•••... : ..................•..... . 14, 15 -
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Adjustable front axle ...........................................•....•..•...•.......•...... 53
Air clea?in~. syste~ ...............................................................•........ 28,29
Battery 1gn1non unit ..................................................................... . 33 to 35
Btakes ..................................... ·.............................................• 48
Carburetor ..... ·......................................................................... . 24
Clutch ............... ·...... ·........................................., .................... . 47
Cold weather precautions ................................................................ . 25, 26
Cooling system ........................-..... ;; .................................•.......... 26 to 28
Cutaway view of tractor ............................................ : ..................... . 22
· Drawbar and hitch ...................................•......................•...........•.. 49, 50
Fuel strainer ...............................................•.............................. · 25,
Magneto .......... ; .............•..•.•..•.•....•••.•.••.•.••..••............•••.•......•• 30 to 32
Minor engine service operations ..................................... : .................... . 46
Periodic .ins_pections .......... ·•.............. ~ ..... ; ...........................•....•..... 23
Pneumanc tires ...... ; .................•.......................................•........... 53 to 55
Seat ................•.............................. · ... • .. ································ 50
Seed plate drive ..,. ........... '. ..........................•.................................. 55
Spark plugs and cables ................................................................... . 29, 30.
Starti_ng and liglitirig equipment (with battery ignition ·and voltage regulation) .............. . 40 to 46
Starting ancl ligh_ting _equipment (with magneto and voltage regulation) .••••••.•••.••••••••• 36 to 39, 44
Trouble·sho'oting ...·: .................................................................... . 56 to 59
Valve· clearance adjustment ............•.................................................. ·- 46
Wheels:.. ·.... ;;.:·............ ·: ........................ _................................... . 50 to 52
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INTRODUCTION
Assembled in this book are operating and mainte-
nance instructions for the Farmall Cub. This
material has been prepared in detail in the hope that
it will prove helpful to you in providing a better
understanding of the correct care and efficient
operation of your tractor.
If you should need information not given in this
manual, or require the services of a trained mechanic,
get in touch with the International Harvester dealer
in your locality. Dealers are kept informed on the
latest methods of servicing· tractors. They carry
stocks of IH parts, and are backed in every case
by the full facilities of a nearby International
Harvester District Office.
The illustrations in this manual are numbered to
correspond with the pages on which they appear; for
example, I/lusts. 7 and 7A are on page 7,
Throughout this manual the use of the terms
LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT and REAR must be under-
stood to avoid confusion when following instruc-
tions. LE;FT and RIGHT indicate the left and right
sides of the tractor when facing . forward in the The serial number is preceded by the letters FCUB.
driver's seat. Reference to FRONT indicates the See I/lust. 2. The engine serial number is stamped 00 1
radiator end of the tractor, and REAR the drawbar. the left side of the engine crankcase to the right of
When in need of parts, always specify the tractor the carburetor. This serial number is preceded by
and engine serial numbers. The tractor serial the letters FCUBM. See I/lust. 2A.
number is stamped on a name· plate attached to the For ready reference, we suggest that you write
steering gear housing on the right side of the tractor. these serial numbers in the spaces provided below.
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Location of tractor serial number. Location of engine serial number.
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Right front view of the Farmall Cub, The adjustable front axle and electric
starting arid lighting shown in this illustration are special features.
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Left front view of the Farmall Cub.
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DESCRIPTION
Instruments and Controls
A variety of special equipment is available for use with the Farmall Cub. The instruc-
tions for operating and maintaining the special equipment have been included in the in-
structions for operating and maintaining the tractor. Disregard the instructions for special
equipment not on your tractor.
lllust. 4
Location of controls.
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DESCRIPTION
Engine Speed Control Lever Ignition Switch Button
, ·, . Advanced · This button closes and opens the electrical circuit
.• : / one third . for operatin_g and stopping the engine. Pull the
butt_?n out for ~erating and push it in to stop the
. · .'¥-,.;:.;.. ·.. · <.~t_a. rting positio. n) engme.
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. · / /"rs. . Fully Caution: On tractors with battery ignition, when
' ,/ .. "-..: retar'ded the engine is not operating or the engine has stall!!d
and the operator leaves the tractor, the ignition
switch button must be pushed all the way in, so
that the switch is in the "off:" position, to prevent
battery discharge.
lllust. 5
Various positions of l.e engine speed control lever.
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DESCRIPTION
Gearshift Lever Check the oil levels of the engine crankcase, air
cleaner, transmission, belt pulley housing and all
This lever is used to select various gear ratios
gear cases to see that they are filled to the correct
provided in the transmission. There are three (3)
levels with the proper grades of oil for the prevailing
forward speeds and one ( 1) ' reverse speed.
temperature. Refer to "Lubrication Guide" and the
See Illust. 6.
specifications of lubricants on page 17.
Reverse Second Tractors shipped to destinations in the United States
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forward of America, Canada and Mexico are filled with oil in
all parts before leaving the factory. Engines ·are
filled with a light engine oil. However, this is for ·
preservative purposes only and is not suitable for
regular service. The original oil should be drained
from the crankcase and air cleaner· and replaced with
First (JI) the required amount of fresh oil for the prevailing
speed~ temperature.
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Tractors packed for export have all oil drained
from the engine crankcase, air cleaner and all gear
cases.
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Before starting the engine, for the first time, remove.the
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lllust. 6 spark plugs and put about one teaspoonful of crank-
Gear shiking positions. case oil into each cylinder; replace ilie spark plugs
and crank the engine to distribute the. oil over the
Starter Rod cylinder walls; This assures positive 1U:brication of
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To start the engine, adjust the choke rod and the cylinders and pistons immediately ·~i-tet starting
pull out on the starter rod as explained on page 8. and eliminates. ·,the possibility of scoring.
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DESCRIPTION.
Fuel System The fuel tank filler cap has air vents. See I/lust. 7A.
Keep these vents open at all times to assure proper
Use a good grade of clean gasoline. . flow of the fuel. · -
During the first 100 hours of operation, mix 1
pint of light engine oil with every 5 U.S. gallons of
fuel. ·
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Tractors shipped from the factory with starting !
and lighting equipment have the "battery to ground" ii
cable (I/lust. 37) disconnected and taped. Therefore, I
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OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR
Before attempting to start or operate the tractor, be sure that you have checked ·
over the instructions for a new tractor and thoroughly familiarized yourself with
the instruments and controls.
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Closing the carburetor choke lever,
{Tractors without cranking moto\
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Co11ect method of hand-cranking. · Never dismount from the .tractor while it is in
{Tractors without cranking motor.) motion. Wait until it stops,
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OPERA TING YOUR TRACTOR
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Always drive the tractor at speeds slow enough Be extra . careful when working ·on hilJsides.
lo insure safety, especially when. driving over Watch· out for holes or ditches into ""ich a
rough ground or near ditches. w~eel might drop and overturn the tractor.
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OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR
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Loose or "floppy" clothing should not be worn
by Jhe operator because of the danger of it
wrapping on or getting into the moving parts.
Always stop the power take-off before dis-
mounting from the tractor.
If the tractor will not move because the rear •..••.•• dig out or jack up the rear wheels and
wheels have dug in or sunk deeply into the fill in under them. Or, if another tractor is
ground, don't fasten logs, posts, or anything to available, hitch it with a chain to the front end
the rear wheels that will prevent them from of the "stuck" tractor. The power of both
rotating. This would be certain to tip the tractors can be used, if needed, provided a heavy
j tractor over backward. Instead •....•••...•.. pull is kept on the chain all the time.
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OPERA TING YOUR TRACTOR
Carele~s use of the tractor and other farm machinery is ·the cause of most farm
accidents. The safety rules shown throughout this manual are based on a careful
study of thousa·nds of farm accideus: . . . Study them carefully and follow them, .
and insist that they be followed by those working for you.
_ Remember, an accident is usually caused by someone's carelessness,- neglect or
oversight. . ·
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LUBRICATION
The life of any tractor depends upon the care it is given. Proper lubrication
is a very important part of that care.
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General Engine Lubrication Oil Filter
The engine has a pressure-feed lubrication The engine is equipped with an oil filter which
system. A gear-type oil pump circulates the lubri- continull;llY cleans the oil while the engine is running.
cating oil under pressure to the crankshaft bearings, To obtam the full benefit from the filter, replace the
connecting-rod bearings, camshaft bearings, valve used element with a new one every time the oil is
mechanism, timing gears, and governor, thereby changed ~n the crank.case (after every 120 hours
assuring positive lubrication of all parts. of _operaµon). Cleantng the old element is not
satisfactorv.
Oil Pump Do not run the e·ngine for any length of time
The gear-type oil pump in the crankcase has a with the oil level below the low mark on gauge.
screen attached to the oil intake which stops large See Illust. 14.
dirt particles from entering the oiling system. Never check the oil level while the engine is
Clean this screen whenever the oil pan i~ removed. - operating.
Crankcase Breather
· The crankcase breather and oil filler cap (Illust.
14) has an oiled aluminum crimp filler which. acts
as a dust filter for crankcase ventilation. Clean and
reoH this breather each time th~ engine oil is
changed.
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Cutaway view .of niter showing: (1) oil inlet; (2) replaceable
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.::, cri~~ .,;: __ .<~} L~w .. filtering element; (3) mesh sc:reen sepayator to provide passage
for filtered oil between inner and_ outer layer of element; (4)
!i IHust. 14 outlet for llltered oil; (5) flltered oil return; (6) band holding
ll Checking the oil level in the crankcase. folds of element together; (7) oil seal; (8) stud.
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LUBRICATION
operation, the· lubricating oil undergoes changes
which produce sludge, acids, gums, varnish, and
other harmful by~pi-od11cts.
The purpose of the oil filter is_ to separate and
remove the dirt and other foreign substances from ·
the oil to prevent these injurious materials from
being circulated to the engine.
This filter is so efficient it will keep the circulating
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oil free of harmful materials for 120 hours of oper-
ation""""'-at which time the. oil should be changed
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To Change the Filter El\ement
1. Do not change the elment wp.ile the engine
is running.
2. Remo~·th!! oil filter drain pipe cap (I/lust. 15)
and allow theJ>il filter to drain completely.
3. Clean off filter cover "A" (I/lust. · 15A) to
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prevent dirt from dropping into the filter when lllust. 15
the cO\;er is removed. Installing the new oil Riter element.
4. Unscrew and remove stud "B" and gasket Note: To avoid delays, we recommend that you
"C" (I/lust. 15A). carry extra elements on hand so replacement can be
made at the proper time. ·
5. Lift up and remove filter cover "A" and gasket
"D" (I/lust. 15A).
6. Remove the old element.
7. If the oil appears very dirty or sludgy when
draining, flush out the filter with ker9sen1/.:S-e'iore
flushing, however, replace the stud without the filter
cover in order to prevent sludge from being flushed
into the crankcase. When completely flushed and
drained, replace_ the drai~ pipe cap,
8. To install the·ne; filter element, move gasket
''C". up to ~e ~op of~tud -'.'B". and place cover "A,"
gasket ·~D?' and· the new .element on the stud in their
proper qrder .. See:I_llust. 15A. · (Leave the retaining
band on · the element.) Then install the entire
assembly and be sure_ ~at filter cover gasket "D"
seats properly. Screw the- ·stud into the filter base
and tighten securely.
9. Check the oil level in the crankcase to see
that the new oil is up to the proper level (see "Lubri-
cation Guide"). Now start up the engine, check
the oil· pressure indicator to see whether sufficient
oil js circulating through the engine, and inspect lllust.15A· ,
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the filter for oil leaks. Oil Riter assembled.
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LUBRICATION
Greasing the Front Wheels It is advisable to leave bearing "F" on the axle
and clean it with a brush and kerosene. Apply new
grease on rollers before reassembling the bearings.
Removing and Greasing
Inspect oil seal "G" and felt washer ."H," and if
After every six months or every 500 hours of
they are not in satisfactory condition, replace them
operation, whichever occurs first, remove, dean and
with new ones.
grease the front wheel bearings.
To grease the front wheels, raise the front end of
the tractor until the wheel dears the ground and Replacing and Adjusting
remove the wheel as shown in I/lust. 16. Unscrew Reassemble the. hub and wheel, tighten nut "B"
hub cap "A" (I/lust. 16A), remove the cotter pin, and until the wheel binds slightly, rotating wheel at
remove nut "B" and washer "C." Remove bearing the same time. Back the nut off one castellation
"D" and place it in hub cap "A" or a clean container; from the cotter pin hole; replace cotter pin and ..
then remove and clean the inside of hub "E." hub cap.
Be sure to keep all parts clean.
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Engine Oil
Engine lubricating oil of regular, premium or
heavy-duty grade is satisfactory for use in this engine.
The oil should be well-relined petrofow:n oil, free
from water, fatty_ oils and acids.
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To Aid Starting ,.
To aid easier starting, the selectiori of crankcase
lubricating oils should be based on the·· lowest
anticipated temperature for .the day. It is not
lllust; 16 necessary to change the crankcase oil every time
Front wheel removed from hub. the temperature rises or falls into another tem-
perature range during some part of the 24-hour day.
Remove the old grease from the bearings and Also refer to "Cold Weather Precautio~" on page 25.
dean them, thoroughly with kerosene. Then pack
the bearings with pressure-gun grease . (chassis
lubricant).
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LUBRICATION
Gear Lubricant After the kerosene is put in these compartments,
run the tractor until the mixture is thoroughly warm.
Tractors are shipped from the factory with Then drain to the level plugs. R~l!3-ce ·the plugs.
SAE-90 oil in the transmission, steering gear, rear
axle <J.nd belt pulley housings. Use a go9.d grade of oil, free from solid materials.
For all temperatures above 0°F., use SAE-90 Use only high:_q_uality lubricating· oils and grease.
For your own,protection, select only oils and grease
transmission lubricant. For temperatures below of recognized manufacture.
0°F., use the same transmission lubricant as fot
above 0°F., except to dilute with kerosene as follows: Keep your supply of lubricating oil absolutt:!ly
pour½ U.S. pint of kerosene into the transmission clean and free from dust. Always use clean con-
case and¼ U.S. pint of kerosene into each rear axle tainers. Keep the lubricator clean and wipe dirt
housing. from grease fittings before applying lubricator.
Air Cleaner ,
Donaldson Type .. , 1_ · ......... ½pt. SAE-30 SAE-20 10W
United Type .................. 1/spt.
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Anticipated Air Temperature
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Poin~.?f Lubrication Capacity
-; Above + 32° F. Below+ 10° F.
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,. +32° F. to+ 10°
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Magneto
Rotor Bearing ................. . .. . . . .. .. .. .. SAE-30 SAE-2O - 10W .
Impulse Coupling .............. .............. * * *
Cam Hole Felt (in distributor) ... .............. Light Engine Oil Light Engine Oil Light Engine Oil
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Lubrication Guide
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Side view of trac:tor.
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LUBRICATION.
,-11, ) Clean out the oil cup and refill the cup to the
ii. f oil level bead with the same new oil as used in ·
2-Air cleaner. the engine crankcase. See Illust. 29. Capacity:
Donaldson type-½ pt. (See Illust. 18B); United
type--3/2 pt. I
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Replace the oil filter element every time the
crankcase oil is changed. See I/lust. 20. Remove
pipe cap (11) and allow all oil to drain out.
Remove oil filter stud (12) and the filter cover,
and remove the used filter element. If the oil
11-0il filter drain. appears very dirty or sludgy when draining,
flush out the filter with kerosene. Before flushing,
12-0il filter element. however, replace stud (12) without the filter
cover in order to prevent sludge from being
flushed into the cran.kcase. Replace drain cap
(11) and install the new filter element as in-
structed on page 15.
Use pressure-gun grease (chassis lubricant)
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Oil Filter.
l and apply 2 or 3 strokes of the lubricator.
See I/lust. 20A.
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Remove, clean and repack the front wheel
• lllust. 20B 17-Front wheels. bearings with pressure-gun · grease (chassis
Fan hub. lubricant). See page 16 for more information. ·
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Rear axle housing.
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lubricant (page 17)•and ke'ep. tht lubricant up to
Belt.Pulley Housing f level plug (22 ). Drain and refill the housing
each time the oil is changed in the transmission
21-Filler plug. . . case. To change the oil, remove drain plug (23) ·,
22-Level plug. , and allow all oil to drain out. Then replace the \
drain plug. Remove filler plug (21) and level
23-Drain plu·\:. plug (22). Fill up to the oil level plug opening
( and replace the plugs. See Illust. 21B. Capacity
½ pint. J
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LUBRICATION
, Check periodically and add sufficient ap-
proved lubricant (page 17) to the level of plug
Steering Gear Housing (27). Change the oil at least once every year.
However, do not drive the tractor more than
26-Filler plug. ~, 1,000 hours without changing the oil. Drain by
\ removing drain plug (28) and refill with new
27-Level plug. lubricant. To fill, remove filler plug (26)
28-Drain plug. and level plug (2 7) and fill with approved
( lubricant to the level plug opening. Replace the
plugs. See lllust. 22. Capacity ¾ pint. .
Use pressure-gun grease (chassis lubricant).
After every 1,000 hours or at least once every
year, apply a few strokes of the ·lubricator to lllust. 22
29-Clutch release Steering gear housing.
\ clutch release bearing fitting (29) or just enough
II bearing. . grease until it starts to come out of the· bleeder
hole ob top of the bearing retainer. To reach
( the fitting, remove the clutch housing handhole
cover. See lllust. 22A. Also see lllust, 47A.
5 Does not require lubrication (oil - less
30-Clutch pilot bearing. l bushing).
Touch-Control
Reservoir
Filler and level plug.
Drain plug.
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Occasionally put a few drops of engine oil hand hole cover
on the engine control linkage, such as the engine
Miscellaneous Parts
1 speed control rod, governor connections, etc.
lllust. HA
Clutch release bearing.
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Cutaway view of the Farmall Cub, showing the intemal working parts. The starting and lighting, belt pulley, power take-off, exhaust
· muffler and swinging drawbar are special features. ·
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Periodic Inspections I
To keep your tractor performing efficiently, it is advisable to systematically inspect it at intervals as outlined below.
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Carburetor
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Cooling System
Wheri the temperature is likely to be + 32° F. or
Shut-off lower, there is danger of the water free~ng in the
valve cooling system. , To prevent this, either drain the
water from the cooling system at th~ _end of each run, .
or use one of the recommended~ailtifreeze
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solutions.
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The table below shows the amount of antifreeze
to use for various temperatures.
Cooling System
Caution! Use only one type of antifreeze. Do l
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not use a mixture of solutions, as it will be difficult
to determine how much protection you have against
freezing.
Never use any of the following in the cooling
water as an antifreeze:
Honey, salt, kerosene, diesel fuel,
glucose, sugar, calcium chloride or any
Radiator
alkaline solution.
filler cap _
Do not use alcohol as an antifreeze if other
materials are available, as denatured alcohol boils
at + 173° F. However, if it is necessary to use
alcohol, check the solution frequently to see that you
have adequate protection against freezing.
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Note: Do not pour cold water into the radiator
if the engine is very hot, unless conditions _make it
absolutely necessary; in which case start the engine,
let it idle, and slowly pour water into the radiator.
4. If the engine is to be operated in freezing
temperatures, refer to "Cold Weather Precautions." ,, ..
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Rust Prevention
Allow¾ to
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One Qf the most common causes of engine over-
heating is a rust-dogged cooling system. Rust inter-
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Removing the Fan Belt (approximately -lo pint). See Illust. 28. Replace the
oil retainer screw and be sure that the retainer screw
To remove the fan belt, loosen fan spindle nut
gasket is in place.
"C" (Illust. 27) and slide the fan and hub assembly
to the bottom of the groove on the crankcase front Note: The rubber gasket located behind the
cover. The fan belt can then be slipped over the hub at "E" (Illust. 27) is used for shipping purposes
bottom drive pulley and worked up over the fan only. It d9es not have to be replaced when worn out.
blades.
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dirt with it and settles in the oil cup. ·Never allow
dirt to build up in the cup more than ½ inch deep.
After the fan belt tension has been adjusted, Oil Cup Service
move the generator toward or away from the engine
Remove the oil cup by pushing the oil cup bail
to get the correct generator belt tension; then tighten
toward the engine. See Illust. 29. Clean and refill
nuts "A" and "B." The generator belt should be
the oil cup every day, or every 10 hours of operation
tight enough as not to allow slippage, but not so
(more frequently when operating under dusty
tight as to cause side thrust on the generator bearing.
conditions )i , Refill the oil cup to the oil level bead
Allow ¼-inch slack. See Illust. 27 A.
with the same grade of oil used in the engine cra~-
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case. The capacity of the oil cup is ½ U. S. pint
Fan Hub Lubrication for the Donaldson Air Cleaner and ¾ p. S. pint
Every six months or after every 500 hours of opera- for the United, whichever type is useg-· (the name
tion, whichever occurs first, remove oil retainer screw appears on the air cleaner). Do not remove the oil
"F" (Illust. 27) and turn the fan assembly so that the cup while the engine is operating. Before replacing
oil filler hole is at the right hofrzontal position. Add . the oil cup, clean or wipe oil or grit from tl:ie top
engine oil until the oil reaches the level of the hole. bead of the oil cup.
Now turn the assembly so that the hole is on the
bottom ;nd allow any excess oil to drain out. The Air Intake Cap and Screen
oil is then up to level of the top of the stand pipe
The screen in the air intake cap prevents chaff
and other coarse dirt from getting into the air
cleaner. Keep this screen dean and free from all
chaff, oil,, dust, or paint, as clogged holes in the
screen will reduce the power pf the engine by
restricting the flow of air. ·
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After all parts have been thoroughly cleaned, Spark Plugs and Cables
replace the air cleaner body on the tractor. Make
sure all joints are airtight. Replace the air intake
Spark Plugs
cap. Fill the oil cup to the proper le".el with the
specified grade of oil and replace it on the air cleaner. Cautio~t Remove all dirt from the base of the
Be sure it is held securely in place by the oil cup b_ail. spark plug· befcire removing the spark plug.
Remove the spark plugs after every 200 to 300
hours of operation for cleaning and checking ,the t
gaps between electrodes. A gap of .023 inch should
be maintained. When making· this adjustment,
always bend the outer electrode. Never bend the
center electrode, as it may damage the insulator. If
_the gap between the electrodes is too great, due to
improper setting or burning off of the ends, the
ei;gine will misfire and be hard to start.
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Screw for
adjustable
breaker point
Condenser
lead-out wire
Bre~ker
post arm A-14750
Distributor rotor
Distributor cap
lllust. 30B
Magneto disassembled.
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_Do not crank the engine while distributor body rotor p1mon. _ Be sure the gasket is in place and
is removed or it might be necessary to retime .the tighten three screws "A" (I/lust. 30B). - Replace the
magneto to the engine, distributor cap. ,
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Remove the breaker arm from the chamber and -;r··
Replace the breaker arm and be sure the points Distributor Cap
line up when the breaker arm is in pt¾e. Every three or four months, remove the distributor
Check the opening between the breaker points cap and examine the inside. If any dust, moisture
(I/lust, 30A) with a feel~r gauge. The point open- or oil deposits are present, thoroughly clean and
ing should be .013 incl:i when the rubbing block is wipe dry. To assure long life of the distributor,
on the high part of .the' cam. If the opening is not care ml).st also · be taken to keep. the three small
correct, adjust it by loosening the screw holcling the ventilator holes in the bottom of the distributor cap
adjustable point (I/lust. 30A) and moving the point open at all times. Also see that the distrNJutor rotor
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up or dowq · ~ntil the gauge slips snugly into the is kept clean.
opening. ~er · the proper adjustment has been If the distributor cap terminal nipples are
made, tighten.the screw. removed/ be sure that the terminals and coil cover
terminals are clean and dry.
With the engine on the top dead center of the
No. 1 ,firing stroke, turn the distributor rotor until The magneto is equipped with these nipples to --
end "B" of the distributor rotor arm points to the prevent any external electrical leakage when the
No. 1 terminal on ·the distributor cap. Place the tractor is operating under adverse conditions.~
distributor body· on :the magneto' arid be sure the
rotor shaft enters the D-shaped hole in the magneto
Magneto Impulse .Coupling
and Magneto Drive Chamber
When hand cranked, the impulse coupli_ng should
trip (click) twice for each revolution of the engine.
Failure to do so indicates the need of deaning pr
service.
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Removal of the Magneto
· lllust. 32
Removal of the magneto.
lllust. 32A
1. •Disconnect switch cable "A" (I/lust. 32) by J-4 Magneto wiring (clockwise rotation).
removing the out and lock washer attaching the
cable to the magneto terminal
4. Assemble the magneto on the engine, making
2. Pull out cable "B" from coil cover "C'' and
sure that the lugs on the impulse coupling engage
remove the distributor cap.
in the slots on the magneto drive coupling. (As-.
3. Loosen the nut holding magneto mounting semble the magneto so that the top is as close to the
clip "D" and remove cap screw "E." The magneto crankcase ·as possible.)
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assembly can then be removed. See I/lust. 32.
5. Insert magneto mounting bolt "E" loosely
in the magneto flange, just enough to hold the
Installing and Timing the Magneto to the Engine magneto in place. Theo crank the ep.gine one
1. Pull out cable "B" (I/lusts. 32 and 32A) from complete revolution to the next top c;l~ad center.
the coil cover end. This will eliminate any possi- Now pull the upper part of the magneto away from
bility of accidental starting. the engine until the impulse coupling just trips.
2. Crank the engine until the No. 1 piston (the 6. Tighten mounting clip nut "D" and bolt "E"
piston next to the radiator) is on the upper dead (I/lust. 32) securely. Attach the spark plug cables to
center of the compression stroke. The compression the engine and magneto. Start by connecting No. 1
stroke can be determined by removing the No. 1 cylinder spark plug to the socket marked. "1" on the
spark plug, placing the thumb over the opening, distributor block; connect the No .. 3 socket with the
and cranking the engine until an outward pressure No. 3 cylinder; next with the No. 4 cylinder, and
is felt. Continue cranking slowly :until the notch next with the No. 2 cylinder. 'See I/lusts. 30 and 32A.
on the fan drive pulley (on the crankshaft) is in
7. Connect the switch cable to the magneto
line with pointer on front crankcase cover. See
terminal. .t'-
I/lust. 33, Both intake and exliaust valves will then
be dosed. 8. To check the timing, crank the engine slowly
3. Remove the distributor cap and turn the until the top dead center of No. 1 cylinder is reached;
magneto impulse coupling (I/lust. 31) in a counter- at which time the impulse coupling should just trip.
clockwise direction (as viewed from the coupling 9. The magneto is now correctly wired and
end) until end "B" of the distributor rotor arm timed.
points toward the No. 1 terminal on the distributor
cap. See I/lust. 30B. Then replace the distributor 1 o. Push cable "B" back into the socket in the
cap. coil cover.' See I/lust. 32A.
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lllust. 33B
Distributor wiring and lubrication.
Notch on fan drive pulley in line with timing pointer.
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oil deposits are present, thoroughly clean and wipe
dry. To assure long life of the distributor, care must
be taken to keep the three small ventilator ha'les 1n
the distributor cap open at all times. Also see that
the .distributor rotor is kept cl~an. .
If the terminal nipples are remo~ed, be sure the
distributor cap terminals and. coil terminal are clean
and. dry. The distributor is equipped with these
nipples to prevent any external electrical. leJkage
when the tractor is operating under adverse con-
dition~.
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Ignition Coil
The ignition coil does not require special service
other than to .keep all terminals and connections
clean and tight.
lllust.34
Adjusting the breaker points.
Removing the Battery Ignition Unit
If it is necessary to remove the battery ·ignii;i.on
breaker points with a feeler gauge as shown in Illust. unit for any reason, proceed as follows:
34. The point opening should be .020 inch when 1. Disconnect ignition switch cable "C" (I/lust.
. the rubbing block is on the high part of the cam. 35A) from the ignition coil.
· If the opening is not correct, adjust it by loosening
the screV.:- ·holding the adjustable point. Then 2. Pull.secondary cable "A" (I/lust. 35B.) out of
move the point toward or away from the point on the the center spiket on the distributor cap and remove
breaker arm until the gauge slips ·snugly into the the cap. ·
opening. After the adjustment has . been made, 3. Crank the engine slowly until the distributor
tighten the screw:. rotor arm is in the No. 1 firing position._' See Illust.
ll/4 ;
Distributor Cap 4. Remove tht: two cap screws and the mounting
Every three or four months remove the distributor clip from the distributor drive housing flange and
cap and examine the inside. If any dust; moisture or remove the complete unit. · ·
Distributor · Distributor
rotor
·. Distributor B~eaker
rotor arm: cover
must .. 34A
Distributor partially disassembled for servicing. ;/:
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lllust. 35
Adjusting. the distributor ·rotor and drive sha~ lugs for timing ., lllust. 358
•· the distributor. · \ Advancing the distributor while holding the secondary cable 1/r6 9
Installing the Battery Ignition Unit Timing the Distributor to the Engine
1. Place the battery ignition unit in one hand and, Loosen distributor mounting bolts ''.B." See
with tpe fingers of the. other hand, turn the drive lugs I/lust. 3'5B. Set the engine on the No. 1 T.D.C.
in a clockwise direction until the rotor arm is (top dead center) firing stroke. Thit: secondary
approximately in the No. 1 firing position. See cable shoul~ be assembled properly ln the· coil .
Illust. .35. Then continue to turn slowly and lightly terminal. Pull out the knob of the ignition switch / _
until a sligh\.t,esistance is felt. · · and note if the ammeter shows discharge. If the_Jh
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ammeter ~hows discharge, the points are closed ·and"''.?,'
· 2. Pull out the drive shaft to disengage the gears; the retarding of the distributor is not necessary. If
then turn the . shaft clockwise so drive shaft lugs the ammeter does not show discharge, retard the
"A" are approximately 35° past horizontal or distributor by turning the body about 30° in the same
appro,i:imately in the same position as drive shaft direction as the cam rotation. Pull seconda.y
slots \'B". See I/lust. 35A. Engage. the gears and cable "A" (I/lust. 35B) out of the center socket on
· press the drive shaft in with the palm of the hand. the distributor cap and hold the free end of the cable
3. Asse~ble the battery ignition unit and gasket within ½/' to ½" from the distributor primary
and fasten with the mounting bolts and washers, terminal, as shown in Illust. 35B. Advance the dis-
using the mounting clip in front of the lock washer tributor by turning the distributor body sle>wly in a
on the. top bolt. Assemble the distributor cap. direction opposite .to the cam rotation until a spark
occurs;
4. Connect switch cable "C" . (I/lust. 35A) to
the negative (-) terminal on the ignition coil.
lllust. 35(
lllust.l:15A
Showing the secondary cable held under the distributor cap spring
Assembling the battery ignition unit. for Anal check of timing; ~t 1 • •••
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Starting and ~ighting Equipment
(Tractors with Magneto and Voltage Regulation)
lllust. 36A
Rear light and battery box.
lllust. 36
Use the illustrations on pages 36, 37 and 38, and'the
Headlights and connections.
wiring diagram on page 45 as a guide for identifying
the various electrical units arld for tracing the elec-
e~cription trical cables and connections. Be sure all terminals
The electrical system of the tractor is a 6-volt are clean and securely fastened.
type and consists of a generator, voltage regulator, ' ,
cranking motor, lights, light switch and a 6-volt
battery. The system is a single-wire type with a
Light Switch
ground return to the battery. The cables_ are con-
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tained in a harness of non-metallic oil and waterproof The light switch has three positions: "O"-off
woven braid. position, "D"--dim lights, and "B"-bright lights.
Carburetor
choke lever
(in open position)
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Battery and Cables Caution: Do not at any time place a jumper lead
between or accidentally bridge the battery terminal
Battery to and the field terminal on the regulator. Serious
i. cranking motor
· cable~ - damage to.the regulator may result.
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Polarizing the Generator
If the generator or the regulator has been removed
or the leads disconnected, the generator should be
repolarized. After the leads have been reconnected,
but before the engine is started, proceed as follows:
After making certain that ·the grounded- battery
terminal is the positive ( +)one, momentarily
!I connect a jumper lead between the "BAT" terminal
I. of the regulator and the "A" terminal of the gener-
' ator. This allows a momentary surge of current
to flow through the generator -yvhich correctly
Battery and cables. polarizes it. Reversed polarity may result in vibra-
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tion, arcing and burning of the relay contact points .
When die electrica:l equipment is installed at the
Important! Do n'ot touch the jumper lead to the
factory, the battery ground cable (1H11st. 37) is
"F" terminal on the generator, as this\will damagf
disconnected and taped. Before attempting to start
the regulator, . . . . :,.·
the tractor, make cert~in that the ground cable is ·:·······
connectedi~.;. .
Servicin,g the Generator
Before working on any part of the electrical system,
disconnect the battery ground cable. See Illitst. 37. To service the generator other than lubrication, it •
Do not reconnect this cable until all electrical work is necessary to remove the hood and fuel tank assem-
has b'een completed. This will prevent shorting and bly as described below:
causing damage to any of the electrical units.
Removal of Hood and Fuel Tank
Generator and Regulator
1. Remove the radiator cap, air cleaner cap and
The generator supplies current to keep the battery exhaust muffier (if so equipped). Disconnect each
in a charged condition, and to replace the energy headlight cable "A» (Illust. 37A), and pull the cables
·consumed by the cranking motor and lights. The through ~e holes in the hood. ·
generator on your tractor is sealed to prevent the Continued on next page.
entrance of dirt and moisture. It. is hinge-mounted
on the right side of the engine crankcase and is
driven by a Y-belt. fr,om the fan ,pulley. The gener- ·
ator, ?,S received from.the factory, has a fixed third
b~ush .which is s.et to give the maximum generator
,:outpl.)-~·
The g~'nerator. cparging rate is controlled by a
volt~ge · regulator ·which controls the generator
output, thereby maintai~ing a satisfactory charging
rate, and prevents the battery from overcharging
under varying temperatures ii,nd . operating condi-
tions. It should not require adjustment or attention.
If the regulator fails to operate correctly,· replace it
with a new one or see your International Harvester lllust. '37A
dealer. Removing the hood and fuel tank.
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2. Close the fuel strainer shut-off valve under- from the engine. After getting the correct tension,
neath the gasoline tank Cf /lust. 8) and disconnect the tighten nuts "A" and cap screw "B."
fuel line at the fuel strainer.
3. Remove the radiator screen by unscrewing Removing the Generator Belt
screws "B" (I/lust. 37A) on each side of the radiator 1. Remove the hood and fuel tank assembly as
screen. Remove screws "C" and cap screws "D" described above. ·
on each side of the radiator. Remove the four
2. Remove the four screws holding the fan hous-
screws at the hood and fuel tank support "E."
ing to the radiator.
Remove screw "F" and allow the electrical cables to
drop free .from the hoed. 3. Loosen two nuts _"A" and cap screw "B"
(I/lusts. 38 and 38A). Move the generator in tOWafd
4. Lift the hood and fuel tank assembly up and the engine and remove the belt from the generator
over the air cleaner pipe and exhaust pipe. Care- pulley. '
fully place the assembly on the floor and block up
the fuel tank end so as ·not to damage the fuel strainer 4. Loosen fan spindle "C" (I/lusts. 38 and 38A.)
or gasoline tank. and slide the fan and hub assembly to the bottom of
the groove on the crankcase front cover. Remove
the fan belt from the bottom drive pulley.
Generator Belt Tension
5. Set one of the fan blades in recess "D" in the
Clieck the slack of the generator belt after every fan housing (I/lust. 38) in such a position that the
60 hours of operation to assure· maintenance of the fan blade will pass by the recess when raised.· ,
correct tension. The belt should never be loose
6. Slide the fan and hub assembly up and out of
enough to allow slippage but should not be so tight
the groove and remove the generator belt.
}: ils to cause excessive side-thrust on the generator
~ff.bearing; Allow approximately ¼-inch slack. See
<I/lust. 27A. Replacing the Generator Belt
Replace ;tpe generator belt when it becomes
Adjusting the Generator Belt soaked ·with grease or badly worn.
Loosen two nuts "A" and cap screw "B" (I/lusts. When replacing the belt, reverse the procedure
38 and 38A) and move the generator toward or away outlined under "Removing the Generator Belt;"
Before replacing the hood and fuel tao_I[ assembly,
adjust the fan belt and generator belt as described
on pages 27 and 28.
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MAINTENANtE ·
Cleaning the Generator Commutator Cranking Motor
If the commutator is dirty or slightly grooved, it The cranking motor is mounted ·on the right side
can be polished by placing a piece of No. 00 sand- of the clutch housing.
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paper on the commutator while the armature is .
slowly revolving. See Illust. 38A. Never use emery-or At regular intervals, remove the cranking motor
carborundum cloth. Blow all dust from the commu-
tator after the polishing operation is finished.
commutator cover and inspect the commutator.
'
To clean the commutator, pull out cable "B"
If the ~ommutator is badly worn, rough or out-of- Illust. 32A) from the magneto coil cover. Remove
round it is advisable to take the unit to your Inter- . the cranking motor cover band. Depress the starter
national Harvester dealer, and have the commutator switch by pulling back on the starter switch lever
reconditioned. ag.d, with the cranking motor operating, insert a
..
\ pi'ece of No:. 00 sandpaper over the commutator to
clean off dirt and discoloration. See I/lust. 39.
Generator Lubrication (2 Cups) Never use emery or carborundum cloth. Always blow
out the commutator compartment after cleaning.
Follow the lubricating·, instructions for the gen-
erator as orttlined in-the "Lubrication Guide." Do not
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lubricate excessively, since excessive oiling may \
Cranking Motor Lubrication
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cause the oil and grease to gum on the commutator,
and will re~Jt in a reduction of the generator output The cranking motor has oil-less type bushings a(
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and increased commutator and brush wear. both the.commutator and drive ends and requires no·
lubrication except when the cranking motor is re- ,
Never oil the commutator or lrtbricate the. generator moved for service repairs.
while 'it is in operation.
At this time ~t is recommended that a few drops
of light engine oil be applied to both bushings.
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Starting and Lighting Equipment
(Tractors with Battery Ignition and Voltage Regulation)
Starting
switch to
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2. Remove the four screws holding the fan
To servi~:the generator other than lubrication, it housing to the radiator.
is necessary to remove the hood and fuel tank
assembly as described below: 3. Loosen two nuts "A" and cap screw "B"
(I/lusts. 38 and 38A). Move the generator in toward
the engine and remove the belt from the generator
pulley.
Removal of Hood and Fuel Tank
4. Loosen f~n spindle "C" (I/lusts. 38 and 38A)
1.Remove the radiator ·cap, air cleaner cap and and slide the fan and hub assembly to the bottom of
exhaust mu.filer (if so equipped). Disconnect each the groove on ·the crankcase front cover. Rem9ve
headlight cable "A" (I/lust. 37A) ai:id pull the cables the fan belt from the bottom drive pulley.
through the _holes in the hood.
5. Set one of the fan blades in the ·recess "D'! in
2. Close the fuel ~trainer shut-off valve, under- the fan housing (I/lust. 38) in such a position that the
neath the gasoline tank (I/lust. 8) and disconnect the fan blade will pass by the recess when raised.
fuel line at the fuel strainer.
1 6. Slide the fan and hub assembly up and out of
3. Remove the' radiator screen by unscrew1ng the groove and remove the generator .belt.
scrf;!ws '.'B" (I/lust. 37A) on each side of the radiator
s_creen. . Rem_ove: ~e: screws at "C" and cap screws
"D" on ea:ch side of die radiator. Remove the four Replacing the Generator Belt
screws at the hood:- and fuel ta_nk support "E."
Remove screw "F" and allow the electrical cables to :{leplace the generator belt when it becomes
'drop free from the hood.· · soaked with grease or badly worn. I
4. Lift the hood and fuel ta·nk assembly up and When replacing the belt, reverse the procedure
over the air cleaner pipe and exhaust pipe. Care- outlined under "Removing the Generator Belt." Before
fully place the assembly on the floor and block up replacing the hood and fuel tank assembly, adjust
the fuel tank end so as not to damage the fuel strainer the fan belt and generator belt as described on pages
or gasoline tank. 27 and 28. -t ·' · ··•
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MAINTENANCE
lllust. 42A
Cleaning the cranking motor commutator.
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MAINTENANCE·
The Fuse water which has been in a metal container. Keep
pure, distilled water on hand in a glass j_ar for battery
A cartridge-type SFE-20 fuse is located in the
use only. Use a clean; syringe when adding water
housing near the bottom of the instrument panel
and be careful ilot to allow dirt or corrosive salts to
(I/lust. 36B). It is important to use the same capacity
enter the cell,s~·-
fuse for replacement. If the lights fail, check the
fuse. If the fuse continually burns out, check the Acid or electrolyte should never be added except
electrical wiring for short circuits. by a skilled battery man. Under no circumstances
add any special battery "dopes," solutions or '
Lamps powders. ·
Tractor lights require 6-8 volt, 32 candlepower Caution! Electric storage batteries give off highly
single-contact type lamps, No. 142 309 (Trade No. inflammable hydrogen gas when charging and
1133). continue to do so for some time .after receiving a
st!ady charge.
Storage Battery
: Do not under any circumstances allow an electric
Elec;vical energy, obtained thro'}gh chemical spark or an open flame near the battery. Do not
action, is stored in the battery to be used for starting lay tools across battery terminals as this may result
the engine and for furnishing electric lighting. It is in a spark or short circuit which may cause an
not the source of ele~icity but only a storage explosion. Be careful to avoid spilling any electro-
reservoir for use when)he generator is not running. lyte on _hands or clothing.
In starting, for instance, the battery supplies the
energy but as soon as the engine starts, the generator The specific gravity of the electrolyte fdicates the
output begins to replace the electricity taken from relative conqition of the battery charge and warns
the battery.,, , when it may be necessary to recharge the battery.
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You will, receive maximum satisfactory service Inspep: the battery once every two weeks to
from your battery by closely following a few simple maintain the correct specific gravity. The specific
precaution~ and service operations. gravity of a fully charged battery is 1.255 .to 1.280
A tegistration card is furnished with the battery. corrected to + 80° F. (liquid temperature). A specific
gravity reading of at least 1.230 corrected to +so° F.
The purchaser of a new battery should take the card
should be main~ained. Never allow the battery to
to the nearest authorized battery service station for
fall below 1.2 30.
registration.
The specific gravity reading will vary with the.
Complete instructions for moist, uncharged
temperature of the. electrolyte. For re~dings taken
batteries (used for export) are included with the
at any temperature other than +so° F., a temperature
battery.
correction must be applied. This is done by adding
Cleaning and Servicing the Battery-Battery cable .004 specific gravity for every 10° above +so° F., and
terminals must be kept clean and tight. Use hot by subtracting .004 specific gravity for every 10°
water for cleaning the top of the battery. Brighten below +so° F.
the terminal contact ,surface wit4 wire wool, and
reasse!]lble. Be ;~e . the terminals are clamped Example No. 1
tightly .and that the battery is fastened securely in the Hydrometer reaoing ........................ 1.270
.battery box. -Replace unserviceable cables. Keep Electrolyte temperature ...............•.••. +20°F.
· ·the ve~t-ho_l~s- in the battery filler caps open. Subtract .024 Sp. Gr.................... (.004 x 6)
Corrected Sp. Gr. is .................... ; •.• 1.246
Liquid Level-The electrolyte ·(acid and water)
, in each cell should be at star level at all times to
prevent battery failure. When the electrolyte is Example No. 2
·below this level, pure, distilled water should be Hydrometer reading ••.......•.•..•......... 1.2 5 5
added. If your battery is equipped with automatic Electrolyte temperature ......•....•.....• +100°F.
liquid leveling devices, follow the directions fur- Add .008 Sp. Gr........................ (.004 x 2)
nished with the battery or consult your International Corrected Sp. Gr. is .......•.•..•.•...•.....• 1.263
Harvester dealer. Never use hydrant water or aqy Continned on next page.
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Battery Voltage-With the battery fully charged
and on charge at the normal rate, the average cell
voltage at +so° F. ranges between 2.5 and 2.7 volts;
+
at 100° F. between 2.4 and 2.6 volts.
~~
The electrolyte of a battery in various stages of
charge will start to freeze at temperatures indicated
below:
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Specific Gravity Freezing Temperature
lllust. 44 (Corrected to 80° F.) Degrees Fahrenheit
Taking a hydrometer reading of electrolyte in the battery. 1.230-¾ ·charge ••.•••.••.... 62° F. Below zerp
1.180 ..•.•..•••.•...•...•..•. 16° F. Below zero '
1.130, •.•••••••••••••.••..... 5° F. Above zero
Use an accurate hydrometer when testing for 1.080 ••••••..••••.•••••.•.... 19° F. Above zero
specific gravity. Readings should not be taken
immediately after adding water. All cells should
The above temperatures indicate the approximate
show approximately the same specific gravity read-
points at which the first ice crystals begin to appear
ing. Wide variations indicate something is wrong.
in the solutioµ. .The solution does not freeze solid
See your International Harvester dealer or author- until a lower temperature is reached.
ized battery service station. Continued on page 46,
Wiring Diagram
Index to Reference Numbers shown in illustration on opposite page.
Ref. Ref.
No. Description No. Description
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"F' Terminal
-7
9 2 10 . 11
Rear Light and Right Side View-Generator, Regulator, Cranking Motor,' Battery Ignition
Battery Co~ons Battery and Rear Light Connet:tions
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Wiring diagram for starting and lighting,
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MAINTENANCE
A battery three-fourths charged is in no danger of
damage from freezing. Therefore keep the battery
better than three-fourths charged, especially during
winter weather.
If your tractor is not to be operated for some time
during the winter months, it is advisable to remove
the battery and store it in a cool dry place above
freezing {+32° F.). Place the battery on a rack
or bench.
Check the battery at least once a month for water
level and specific gravity. If the battery shows need
of charging it should be given immediate attention.
Keeping the battery fully charged not only adds to
its life but makes it available for instant use when
needed.
When replacing a battery, make certain that the
ground cable is connected to the positive ( +)
terminal on the battery. lllust. 46
Before working on any part of the electrical system, Adjusting and checking valve clearance.
disconnect the battery ground cable. See I/lust. 37.
Do nqt reconnect this cable until all electrical work
has been completed. · This will prevent shorting valves and adjust if necessary. Do this on each set
and causing damage to any of the electrical units. of cylinder valves in succession according· to the
firing order of the engine, which is 1, 3, 4, 2. '
7. Replace the valve cover. Check to see that the
Valve Clearance Adjustment' valve cover gasket makes an oiltight seal with the
crankcase. Replace the gasket if necessary.
Check the valve clearance after· every 400 hours
of operl!tion and adjust the clearance if necessary. 8. Replace magneto cable "B" (Illust. 32A) or
A clearance of .013 inch, measured when the valves distributor to coil cable "A" (Illust. 33B) into the
are cios.ed and the engine is cold, is necessary be- socket from:which it was removed.
tween the end of the valve levers and the valve stems. Important! Be accurate-use a feeler gauge for
1. To safeguard against accidentally starting the checking the valve clearance.
engine when checking the valve clearance, remove
cable "B" from the coil cover on the magneto (see
I/lust. 32A), or remove distributor to coil cable "A" Minor Engine Service Oper~tions
from the socket on the coil of the battery ignition
unit. See I/lust. 33B.
2. Remove the valve cover from the left side of Cylinder Head Gasket
the crankcase. For most satisfactory results in tightening the
3. Remove the spark plug from the No. 1 cylinder cylinder head after installing a cylinder head gasket,
(the cylipder next to the radiator). tighten down all nuts fairly snug, starting with the
4. Place your th~b over the spark plug opening row in the center, then going to the others. Re-
and slowly crank the engine until an outward pres- tighten in the same order, giving each nut a small
sure is felt. (Pressure indicate~ that the No. 1 part of a turn at a time. Continue this until all nuts
piston is moving toward the uppefi~ead center of the are tight. Do not screw one nut down perfectly
compression stroke.) Continue cranking slowly tight and then go to the next, as you will not obtain
until the notch on the fan drive pulley (on the an even pressure on the gasket in this manner.
crankshaft) is in line with the timing pointer in the After replacing the cylinder .tillad, it is necessary
front crankcase cover. See Illust. 33. Both valves to insure against leaks by retighteoing the stud nu~
are now closed on the compression stroke of the after engine has been operating and the water jacket
No. 1 cylinder. has become thoroughly heated.
5. Use two thin wrenches when adjusting the
valve clearance. See I /lust. 46. Use the lower
wrench to hold the tappet and the upper wrench to Crankshaft Bearings, Pistons and Rings
raise or lower the tappet adjusting screw. A gauge We cannot impress too strongly the necessity of
of .o 13-in. thickness should slip snugly between the having your International Harvester dealer do the
valve stem and the tappet adjusting screw. work on replacement of connecting-rod bearings, ·
6. Crank the engine one-half revolution at a crankshaft bearings, pistons and rings, and grinding
time and check the clearance of each cylinder's valves.
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Engine Cl.utch
The engine is equipped with either a "Rockford"
or "Atwood" clutch; both clutches are of the spring-
loaded type, with 6½-inch diameter ~ingle plate, and
dry disc. You can determine which type is in your
tractor by coun~ng the number of pressure springs:-
The -"Rockford" clutch has 6 pressure springs while
the "Atwood" has 3 springs.
/
Hand hole cover/
ll-4523A
lllust. 47A
Clutch and connections.
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MAINTENANCE
Brakes
· Clutch housing l
hand hole cover
lllust. 48
Location of clutch hand hole cover.
lllust. 48B I
The brakes consist of external bands that contract
on drums. The brakes are controlled by foot pedals
Brake pedals latched together and .lock engaged to hold tractor
in a stationary position. I
which can be operated individually or simultaneously
when locked together. It is very important that both brake pedals have
the same a.IIJOUnt of free movement to obtain brake
Always lock the brake pedals together with latch equalization. ' A definite way to check equalization
"A" (Illust. 48A) when traveling in high gear. of brakes is to jack up both rear wheels so they will
turn freely. Block the tractor securely and latch the
Adjustment brake pedals together; then start the engine. Operate
it either in second or third speed. App1ication of
To adjust the brat.:es, jack up the rear end of the brakes should slow down both wheels at the
the tractor; remove pm "C" ana loosen lock nut same time and also tend to reduce the sp-eed of the
"D." Turn adjusting Ioke "E" until each wheel engine. If, when brakes are applied, one wheel
drags slightly. See Illusts. 48A and 48B. Replace pin stops and the other one continues to revolve, loosen
"C" and tighten lock nut "D" after the adjustment the adjustment on the wheel that stops until both
has been completed. wheels stop simultaneously when the brakes are
applied.
48
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Drawbar arid Hitch ,
49
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MAINTENANCE
To raise or lower the drawbar, remove bolts
"B" (Illust. 50), and raise or lower the drawbar to the
Wheels
upper or lower hole in the drawbar bracket. Replace
bolts «B" and tighten securely.
Disc Range
turned in
A-14584
lllust. 50
lllust. 50B
Drawbar adjustment.
Front wheel with disc Range turned in.
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Disc Range
turned out
A-14585
50
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The hubs rotate on tapered roller bearings. An
oil seal and felt washer are used at the inner end of
the hubs.
Adjusting and greasing-The front wheels can be
adjusted to treads of 40½ inches or 46¾ inches.
The wheels are in the 40%-inch tread position wh~~
the disc flanges are turned in. See Illust. 50B. To
obtain the 46¾-inch tread, reverse the wheels on the
hubs so that the disc flanges are turned out. See
I /lust. 50C.
Rear Wheels
The rear wheels are steel _disc w\eels with de-
mountable rims for tractor type agritultural tread
tires.
Rims-The following rear wheel rims are avail-
1 lllust. 51A
able:
Rear wheel with disc Range turned ou.t.
Rear wheel rim W5-24 for use with 6-24 (2-ply) \
pneumatic tires.
The W5-30 and W7-24 rims are furnished with
Rear wbte1 rim W5-30 for use with.6-30 (2-ply)
the tractor when ordered.
and 7-30 (4-ply) pneumatic tires.
Each wheel is mounted on the axle flange with
Rear wheel rim W7-24 for use with 7-24 (2-ply ),
five special bolts and may be mounted with the disc
8-24 (2-ply and 4-ply) and 9-24 (4-ply) pneumatic
flange turned in or out to obtain, with the different
tires.
rim positions, the various wheel treads as described
below.
Both front and rear wheels are provided with
mounting holes for the addition of cast-iron wheel
.
weights .
Tread ~djustment-The rear wheels can be set in
five. different tread positions of 40, 44, 48, 52 or ?6
inches to suit various crop spacings.
The desired tread position can be obtained by
reversing the rear wheel discs and by attaching the
rims to the discs in different positions as shown in
I/lusts. 51, 51A and 52.
Note: When the rear wheel discs or rims are
reversed, make sure that the tire tread will rotate in
the correct direction as shown by the arrow on the
.. side of the tires. See Illust.5. 51 and 51A.
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lllust. 51 When assembling discs or rims, tighten all
Rear wheel with disc Range tumed in. bolts securely.
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MAINTENANCE
44 TREAD
LUG OUTSIDE
¢. TIRE OUT WHEEL
. DISC
TURNED
OUT
WHEEL
DISC
TURNED
IN
40 TREAD
LUG OUTSIDE
<t_ TIRE IN
a:
0
t WHEEL DISC
(: REAR
f ,
I AXLE
r
1
NOTE-
ALL DIMENSIONS SHOWN
ARE IN INCHES.
1 lllust. 52
Rear wheel tread positions.
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MAINTENANC:E
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L,+,+,+~..,..!-------JQ-~/3)~1:i~sinl~iinuin fr~aif-------;--!2l2~,2+2J ·
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lllust. 53
Adjustable front 11xle showing v11ri11ble wheel tre11ds.
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be as follows to make possible rigid blocking and to Wheel Weights
prevent bouncing: ·
The drawbar pull of a tractor can be increased
All 2-ply front tires ................ 20 lbs. by the addition of weight to the driving wheels, either
All 2~ply rear tires ...............•. 20 lbs. by adding cast-iron weights to the wheels, or by
All 4-ply rear tires ................. 30 lbs. the use of liquid in the tire tube.
Important: Deflate the rear tires to the correct The amount of the increase in drawbar pull by
operating pressure and check the front tires before the addition of certain definite weights varies with
the tractor is transported under its own power, the type of soil. When very heavy weight is required,
towed, put into service, or placed in storage for any both liquid and cast-iron weights can be used.
length of time; otherwise, the rubber will check or
crack.
Overloading
When towing tractors, do not exceed a speed of
· 20 miles per hour. Do not load tires beyond their rated capacity.
When adding weights, consideration must be given
so as not to exceed the load capacity of the tire.
Operating Pressure for Low.;.Pressure Tractor Tires_ After adding weight to the rear wheel it may be
Caution I Adjust air pressure in tires as indicated necessary to readjust the height of drawbar to get
below immediately upon receiving your tractor. the correct alignment.
Liquid Weight
FRONT AND REAR TIRES Lbs. Per KG CMZ
Sq. In. Tractor tire tubes can be filled¾ full with liquid,
using clean water for temperatures _above freezing
FRONT
(+32° F.). A calcium chloride solution (CaC12 ) is
2-ply tires •.•.........•.......•. 20 1.40 recommended when operating io freezing tempera-
tures.
REAR
2-ply tires .•......••.•..•.•..••• 12 .84
4-ply tires ....••.•......•.•.••.•
When plowing, increase the pres-
12 .84 Methods ofI,Putting Liquid into the Tube
sure in tire on / nrrow wheel only Purchase an adapter (Illust. 54) from your Inter-
to ..........•. , .. ,.,·-····· .. ··•• 16 1.12 national Harvester dealer. The adapter is provided
When wheel _weights are used, ~r with a bleeder for letting out the air displaced by
implements are carried on the the liquid. ·.,: -
tractor, inflation pressure must
be increased; see tire and rim Jack up the tractor and revolve the tire until the
association schedule or contact valve stem is on top. Remove the valve core housing
your International Harvester
dealer. and screw on the adapter; then attach a water hose to
adapter.
The liquid can be injected into the tube from a
tank placed at least five -feet higher than the tire,
Mountin9 Tires on the Rim by using a hand force pump or by using compressed
After mounting a new or old tire on rim, inflate air and a pressure tank filled with liquid.
all 2-ply tires to 20 lb. and all 4-ply tires to 30 lb.
pressure to seat the tire bead oo the;r!-lll flange and to
prevent the tire from creeping and '.shearing off the
valve. Theo deflate or inflate the rife to the correct
operating pressure.
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MAINTENANCE
Remove the hose and adapter; then replace the· are protected from the light. Before storing the
valve core housing, and inflate the tire to the correct tractor, clean tlie tires thoroughly. Jack up the
operating pressure. tractor so that the load is off the tires, ~hen it is to
be out of service for a long period. If it is not
liquid Weight for Freezing Temperatures jacked up, inflate&e tires at regular intervals. Before
Calcium chloride solution, using a 25% mixture,- putting the tr~ctor in service, always i_nflate the tires
which is approximately 20 lb. of flaked calcuim to the correct operating pressures.
chloride ·to 10 U.S. gallons of water, is recommended
when freezing temperatures prevail. Tire Chains
The strength of the solution can be checked For wet grass or ground conditions, use lug-type
with a battery hydrometer. A 25% solution meas- chains. The flexing of the tire and creeping of
ures approximatelr. 1.225 specific gravity and has a chains will break the mud loose as the wheel rotates.
freezing point of 2~° F. below zero.
.~fhere is a possibility of the tire slipping within the
Caution!· Some calcium chloride flakes have an chdtn; to prevent this, the use of spring-type chain
acid reaction. It is advisable to add\1 pound of fasteners is recommended.
lime to each 100 pounds pf cakium chloride used.
When preparing calcium chloride solution, Static Electricity in Tractors Equipped with
always pour the water into the container first; then Pneumatic Tires Doing Belt Work
add the correci amou_nt of calcium chloride crystals,
stirring the iµixture thoroughly. Never pour the Static electricity generated by belt work can be.
water on the calcium chloride flakes. After the discharged harmlessly by attaching a criain to the
solution is mixed, allow it to cool before using. tractor and letting it touch the ground ..
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Care of Tires
A void stumps, stones, deep ruts and other hazards.
Cuts_ in tire8'1hould _he :epaired immediately as
n~glect decrtfses the tire life.
Keep tires ·free· from oil and grease as both
destroy rubber.
After using the tractor for spraying-insect
control work-wash off with water any chemicals
that may be on the tires:
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MAINTENANCE
Trouble Shooting
Possible Cause Possible Remedy
Hard to Start
No gasoline iri fuel tank or carburetor ................ Fill tank with new gasoline, open fuel shut~off valve.
Check fuel lines, fuel strainer and carburetor.
Gasoline strainer or fuel lines clogged ................ Clean fuel strainer, check fuel lines and carburetor.
Impulse coupling inoperative (tractors with magneto) .. Flush with kerosene; refer to page 31.
Water in gasoline ................................... Drain fuel tank and carburetor. Use new fuel and dry
spark plugs; or see your dealer. .
Water in cylinders .................................•. Check cylinder head gasket or look for clogged drain
hole in exhaust manifold or muffler.
Choked improperly. Flooded engine ................ Follow starting instructions. See page 8. · ·
Defective ignition or loose wiring .................... Check wiring, plugs, magneto, battery ignition unit, etc.;
refer to pages 29 to 35. ,
Defective battery or cranking motor .................. Check and service; refer to page 37 or 40 or replace.
Spark plugs dirty or improper gap ................... Clean, adjust gap to .023 inch, or replace plugs.
Magneto grounded (tractors with magneto) .......... Pull out on ignition switch. Check for other possible
ground; also refer to "Magneto" on page 30.
Engine speed control not advanced ...........•....... Advance lever ½ for starting.
Lack of compression ................................ See your dealer.
Flywheel ring gear teeth broken ..•................... See your dealer.
Too heavy grade of lubricating oil. .................• Drain and refill with proper lubricant. Refer to the luhri~.
. cant specifications on page 17.
Gears engaged ...................................... Put gearshift in neutral.
Internal seizure .•.......................•............ See your dealer.
Lac:k of Power
Engine speed control lever not advanced •...•......... Advance engine speed control lever.
Engine cold or overheated •.•.........•.....•...•.... Run engine until it warms up before putting under load.
· Check cooling system; or see your dealer. ,
Engine overloaded .•...•.......•...•..••...•.......• Reduce load. ··
Engine knocks excessively ........................... Use good fuel; also check timing; or see your dealer.
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MAINTENANCE
Possible Cause Possible Remedy
Governor not working properly ...................... See your dealer.
Poor compression ................................... Service valves and piston rings; or see your dealer.
Poor fuel or too lean a mixture ...................... See "Carburetor" on page 24.
Fuel lines oi' strainer obstructed ...................... Clean. See page 25.
Fuel tank air vent closed .............................. Open vent in cap. , ·;r
Exhaust pipe clogged ................................ <;:lean out.
Air cleaner clogged or air leakage between carburetor
and engine ........................................ Clean air cleaner as instructed on page 28. Tighten
carburetor and manifold mounting nuts.
Too heavy oil in crankcase or air cleaner ............. Drain and refill with proper lubricant. Refer to the
lubricant specifications on page 17,
Incorrect timing or fa,ilty ignition .................... See "Magneto" (page 32) or "Battery Ignition Unit"
(page 33).
Clutch slipping ..................................... Adjust pedal free travel (page 47); or see your dealer.
Brakes drag ......................................... Adjust brakes; see page 48.
Carburetor intake manifold or cylinder head intake 4
Cooling system clogged,.,or limed .................... Clean system; refer to page 26; or see your dealer.
Fan belt slipp~ng ..... " ............................. Adjust or replace belt; refef(j to page 27.
Insufficient water in cooling system .................. Fill radiator to proper level; refer to page 26.
Radiator cores clogged ................. ·............. Remove all chaff or dirt from the radiator ~ille, clean
with a hose if available.
Wrong kind of fuel. ................................. Change to a good grade of gasoline.
Carburetor i.tJ;iproperly set .................... ; ...... See "Carburetor" on page 24.
T 1m1ng . ~
. . incorrect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S ee "Magneto " Qn page 32 or "B attery I gnttton
' . Umt
. " on
, page 33, '
Breaker point gap incorrect .......................... Adjust gap; see "Magneto" ~n page 30 or "Battery Ignition
Unit" on page 33,
· Excess load ................. ~ ....................... Reduce load.
Excess carbon in engine ............................. See your dealer.
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Possible Cause Possible Remedy
No Fuel at Carburetor
Fuel low in tank ..................................... Fill fuel tank and check fuel lines.
Air vent hole in fuel tank cap plugged up ............. Clean out vent hole. ·
Fuel vhve closed or partly open ...................... Open valve; see the starting instructions on page 8.
Dirty or clogged fuel strainer screen or line .......... Clean as instructed on page 25.
Brakes
Do not hold ........................................ Adjust brakes (page 48) or new lining needed; or see your
dealer.
Drag or uneven ..................................... Adjust brakes. See page 48.
Grease on lining .................................... Replace lining; or see your dealer.
Return spring broken ............................... Replace.
Do not release ...................................... Release brake lock. Be sure that the left-hand brake
· cross shaft is free to turn.
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MAINTENANCE
Possible Cause Possible Remedy
'
Transmission, Belt Pulley and Power Ta~~ff
Hard to shift gears ............................. :· .... Use correct grade of lubricant. See page 17.
Shifter fork or lever defective ........................ Replace; or see your dealer.
Engine clutch drags ..................•.............. Refer under "Lack of Power."
Gears clashing ............. , ••......•............... Stop tractor and disengage clutch before shifting gears.
Gears slipping out of mesh .......•.................. See your dealer. <>
Noisy •.................•........................... Check oil level, use proper grade lubricant; or see your
. dealer.
Damaged parts ...................................... See your dealer .
. r
\ Rear Wheels
,.
Do not turn ............. ·.... : ....................... Release brake lock. Transmission, differential or clutch
faulty. Refer to "Transmission, Belt Pulley and Power
/ T ake-Ojj"; or see your dealer.
Front Wheels
Too tight o~~ioo loose ............................ ~ .. Check lubricant in bearings, check bearing adjustment;
see page 16. j
Lubricant leakage .... : .............................. Check oil seal; or see your dealer.
, Steering
Faulty ..........................................•..• Check steering worm and gear, check front axle adjust-
. · ment. See page 53. Check lubricant in front wheel.
Check tire inllation; or see your dealer.
· Defective front axle .................................. Inspect linkage, check and replace faulty parts; or see
· · your dealer. ·
Tractor turns to one side ............................ Check and adjust . brakes evenly. See page 50. . Check
. . pneumatic tire air pressures. Check front axle adjust-
ment; see page 53.
Pneumatic Tires
....
Excessiv~ oi: u~even wear ....................•...•... Check for toe-in. See page 53. Check air pressure and
· . ·· · ·· . · check load on tires .. See page 54,
Slippage, rear tire .........•....• : .••................ Add more weight, and check for high pressure. See page
54. If tread is badly worn tires may slip more readily.
Replace with new tires or use lug-type chains.
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STORING AND HOUSING YOUR TRACTOR
Storing and Housing Your Tractor Starting Engines That Have Been in Storage
When your tractor is not to be used for a period 1. Remove the spark plugs and pour a mixture
of time, it should be stored io a dry and protected of one-half gasoline and one-half light lubricating oil
place. To leave equipment outdoors, exposed to into each cylinder (2 tablespoonfuls per cylinder
the elements, will result in materially shortening the is enough).
life of the machine.
2. Remove the valve cover, and flush the valve
Follow the procedure outlined below when your
and valve operating mechanism with the same
tractor is placed in storage, and repeat the lubrication
mixture.
precautions every six months thereafter. We also
recommend caution to be practiced in starting an
engine that has been in storage. 3. Crank the engine rapidly until excess oil has
been blown out of the spark plug holes. This
1. Wash or clean and completely lubricate the operation will loosen any tight piston rings and
tractor (refer to "Lubrication Guide"). wash old gummy oil from·valves and pistons.
7. Remove the oil filter element. (If any evidence 9. Fill the water cooling system.
of rust is· found on the center stud, clean it
thoroughly.) Replace'the old :filter element with a 10. Fill the fuel tank.
new one and flush out any sludge from filter base
as instructed on page 15. .t , 11. Install a fully charged battery (if used) and
i be sure the proper connections are made.
8. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank and carbure-
tor, and clean out the fuel strainer glass bowl
12. Clean the air cleaner and r~ill the oil cup.
Caution: Gum will eventually form in tanks,
lines and carburetor if unit is not used.· Gum in 13. Start the engine and let it run slowly; observe
9. If the tractor is equipped with a storage 14. Assemble the valve cover.
battery, remove the battery and place it on a r:ack in a
cool room and check the battery at least once a Caution I Do not accelerate the engine rapidly
month for water level and specific gravity. See page 43. or operate at high speed immediately after starting.
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• V
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
.The Farmall Cub tractor is used for so many different types of work and is called on to operate under so many
different conditions that a considerable variety of special equipment is necessary to adapt it to the varied require-
ments of-the user.
_,
The tractor, as regularly supplied, is equipped to perform straight dra;wbar work. Beyond that the special
equipment requirements are so diverse thatitis impractical to include any such equipment regularly on the tractor.
In many cases you would be paying for equipment you do not need or want.
These special attachments can be installed on the tractor at any time, and once installed become a permane'b.t
. part .of your tractor.
Below is an index of the special equipment available. The instructions for operating and maintaining these
attachment~ have been incorporated into the instructions for operating and maintaining the tractor. Supplemental
information will be found in the following pages. You are urged to read and study this information in order
to assure satisfactory service. ·;.
-Special equ;pment must not be ordted from this manual. ~o order a~achments, consult your International,.
Harvester dealer, giving the tractor and engine serial numbers.
High Clearance Attachment (tractors equipped with adjustable front axle). 355 062 R91 66
Power Take-Off ....................................................... . 351 234R91 62.
Rear Wheel Weight, First., ............................................ . 351 372 R91 63,64
Rear Wheel W e_ight, Second ........................................... . 351 373 R91 63,64
. . .
spar·k Arrester; .- ·. ~ .................................................... . 351 642 R92 65
Swinging-_Drawbar.·._; ................................................ .-.. . 351 429 R91 65
'.fire Pump (Enginair)
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for Pneumatic Tires ............................. .
.
39 604DA 64
Tire Pump (Schrader) for Pneumatic Tires ........................ ·..... . 39 622 D 64
Tire Pump Kit (Schrader) for Pneumatic Tires ......................... . 350 342 R91 64
Touch-Control System ................ ·................................. . 354 396 R93 68,69
Upholstered Seat ...................................................... . 351960R93 67
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SPECl~L EQUIPMENT
Insert the two 1/s N.C. x 11/s-inch cap screws with
Front Wheel Weights
lock washers at "A" (I/lust. 62) and the three 1/s N.C.
x 11/s-inch cap screws with lock washers at ."B" The front wheel weights weigh approximately
and tighten all cap screws securely. 30 pounds-each, and either one or two can be at-
tached to each I.rant wheel. Tofu.crease steerability,
front wheel weights are recommended for use as a
Check the lubricant in the belt pulley housing ;s
front end counterbalance whenever heavy lJlads are
·instructed in "Lubrication Guide" on page 21.
I superimposed on the drawbar,. or when heavy
equipment is to be mounted on the rear end of the
Static electricity in tractors equipped · with pneu-
tractor. The front wheel weight attachment includes
matic tires. doing belt work - The static electricity
a set of two weights and the necessary attaching
generated by belt work can be discharged harm-
bolts, nuts and lock washers. If additional weight
lessly by attaching a chain to the tractor and
is:-~esired, a second set of weights is available for
letting it touch the ground.
atrii.ching to the first weights.
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Rear Wheel Weights
Belt Pulley--Specifications
Rear wheel weights, weighing approximately 15 0
pounds ·each, can be attached to each driye wheel to
Diameter
(Inches) -
Face Width
(Inches)
Pulley Speed
(R.P.M.)
Belt Speed
(Feet per
Minute) .
reduce slippage and increase drawbar ,ilull. Either
.
one or two weights can be attached to each drive
;,·· wheel. The incr~ase in drawbar pull, with the
*9 1,322 3,114
4z proportionate reduction of slippage, varie~. with the
type of soil. The rear wheel weight attachment
7% 4½ 1,322 2,638
includes a set of two weights with the necessary
attaching bolts, nuts and lock washers. If additional
6 4½ 1,322 2,050
weight is desired, a ~econd set of weights is avail-
*Regularly supplied with belt pulley attachment. able for attaching to the first weights.
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Before attaching the second rear wheel weights, If these pumps are to be used for inflating tires
it is necessary to remove two bolts from each first on a diesel-powered tractor, a carbureted engine of
weight and replace them with the longer bolts another unit must be used_as the source of power.
provided with the second weights.
If the second weights are removed, replace the To Use-Remove one of the spark plugs from I
two shorter bolts in each first weight. the tractor engine, or any carbureted engine having
the correct spark plug thread size, and replace with
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pumping element "A" (see I/lust. 64A). Attach one
end of pump hose "B" to the pumping element and
the other end "C" to the valve stem of the tire to be
inflated. Start the engine and run it at slow speed
for maximum efficiency.
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A B
lllust. 64A
Enginair tire pump with 16-ft. hose and air gauge.
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?t,
,t.,
1:,/ } ! lllust. 65A
· Muffler!,. .
' 'Swinging drawbar assembled on tractor.
Spark arrester
Cleaning
Remove the spark arrester once a month for
cleaning. To clean, turn the spark arrester upside
down and shake it until the loose particles are lllust. 658
removed. Adjustable front axle.
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SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
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SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
De Luxe Upholstered Seat Upholstered Seat
The de luxe upholstered seat is used to replace The upholstered seat h~s the same Silver Shade
the regular seat when the maximum in riding comfort "Koroseal" upholstery as the de luxe s.:at, except the
is desired. It consists of foam rubber padding upholstered ·seat contains jute felt .padding in place
covered with Silver Shade "Koroseal" upholstery of foam rubbef. _,..
which has excellent water-repellent and wear-resist-
ing qualitites. ,__
Since the Silver Shade finish has a tendency to Detachable Seat Pad
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reflect rather than absorb the sun's rays, the seat will The detachable seat pad fits over the regular
remain cooler, thereby adding to the operator's metal seat and is secured in place with drawstrings.
comfort for hot weather operation. It also can be used to recover the upholstered seat
in the same manner. The seat pad, like the de luxe
upholstered seat, also has the foam rubber padding
and Silver Shade "Koroseal" upholstery.
lllust. 678
Showing Touch-Control attachment assembly on Farmall Cub Tractor.
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SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
Farmall Touch-Control System
The Farmall Touch-Control system provides working depth; then move the rear stop to this
hydraulic power with convenient fingertip control position and tighten in place.
for raising, lowering and adfus ting the working The working depth will be main~ained by moving
depth of various implements used with the tractor. the lever back to the stop each time the implement
Implements can be regulated and adjusted without is lowered.
stopping work while the tractor is in motion or
while standing still. After attaching the implement to the tractor, the
Touch-Control lever front stop must be properly set
The control lever (lllust. 68) gives the operator if the.re is a possibility of the implement not clearing
complete, instantaneous and effortless control of all the underside of the tractor. Once the stop is set,
the direct-connected implement operating adjust- the implement can be raised quickly by a flick
ments. The use of the lever will depend on the type forward on the control lever.
of implement mounted on or pulled by the ·tractor.
Complete instructions for operating the lever are To set the Touch-Control stop, slowly move the
included in the Owner's or Operator's Manual control lever forward to raise the implement and
furnished with the implement. General instructions stop it before the implement hits any part of the
for operating the lever are given below~ · underside of the tractor. Then move the stop up
against the control lever and tighten it in this posi-
The control lever quadraqt is provided with a tion. This will prevent the control lever from being
pair of adjustable Touch-Control lever _stops. moved past the point of the desired lifting height.
The front stop when set in a given position will
Note: If the implement hits the underside of
limit the travel of the control lever and prevent the
the tractor, in addition to doing possible damage to
'implement from being raised aQove the desired
the tractor or implement, the Touch-Control system
height.
will not have completed its cycle and this will cause
The rear stop is used to point out the position the pump un:it to operate at maximum high pressure
where the control lever should be each time the and heat the IH Touch-Control fluid excessively,
implement is lowered to maintain a uniform working thereby causing possible internal damage to the
depth. · pump. This condition can be quickly detected by a
noticeable loading of the engine.
r
If this condition should occur, immediately move
the control lever back and set the control lever stop
at a point where the raised implement will not hit
the underside of the tractor.
The Touch-Control system is ready to operate
whenever the engine is .ru6ning. You will receive
the maximum of satisfactory service by closely
adhering to the following simple precautions and
service ope.rations.
The importance of keeping the system free from
all dirt, grit and other foreig~ matter cannot be
stressed too strongly. Keep the IH Touch-Control
fluid reservoir, pipe · lines and pump as clean as
possible at all times; As an added precaution against _
the entry of dirt into the system, the reservoir is
lllust. 68 constructed without an air vent. Sufficient air space
Operating the Farmall Touch-Control system. is allowed above the fluid level to compensate for the
pressure changes occurring du.ring the operation of
To Operate the Touch-Control System the system. As a result a small amount of pressure
To lower the implement, move the control lever may be found in the reservoir upon removing the
back until the implement has reached the desired filler plug when checking the fluid level.
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SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
Fluid Level 5. Add sufficient clean fluid to the reservoir to
bring the fluid level to the bottom of the filler open-
When th~ Touch-Control sy~tem is filled to the ing. Replace and tighten the filler plug. ·
proper level with IH Touch-Control fluid, it should
not require servicing, unless for some. reason the The refill capacity for the Touch-Control system
system has been disturbed. when drained as instructed in paragraph 2 is 3½ pints.
The correct fluid level is to the bottom of the filler'··· The capacity of a completely dry unit (when a
opening. If it is necessary to add fluid, use IH new or rebuilt unit is installed) is 4¼ pints.
Touch-Control fluid. It is essential that the fluid be
absolutely clean and free from water and all foreign
matter when placed in the system. Cloudiness may
indicate the presence of mo~. Lubrication
If the Touch-Control system should fail to . Daily or after every 10 hours of operation, lubri-
operate in a satisfactory manner or if there are any . cate the rockshaft arm and bearings through
O
lubri- .
noticeable leaks in ,the system, check the fluid level cator fittings. See I/lust. 69. Use pressure-gun
in the reservoir or see your International Harvester grea1e (chassis lubricant) and apply 2 or 3 strokes of
dealer. · \ lubricator, or sufficient grease to flush out the old
grease and dirt.
_ Never operate the tractor without having sufficient
fluid in the reservoir. Insufficient fluid may cause Note: Always keep the Touch-Control lever
damage to the Touch-Control system. in the rearward position {toward tractor seat) when
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the tractor or the Touch-Control system is not
Before removing the filler plug (Illust. 67B) for being actively used. This places the piston in. the
inspection, thoroughly clean the plug and surround- retracted position, preventing exposure, to any
ing area of all dirt and grit. moisture which may have condensed in' tJ\e leather
dust boot. ,
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SPECIFICATIONS
Capacities
Fuel tank ..........................•................................................... 7½ gal.
Water cooling system ..................•.................................... '. ........... 9¾ qt.
Crankcase pan .......................................... ; ................................. 3 qt.
Transmission case .. ~ ............................................................. ; ..... 3½ pt.
Rear axle drive housing (each) .......................................................... 1¾ pt.
Steering gear housing ... -.............. '................................................... ¾ pt.
Air cleaner oil cup (Donaldson) ......•.................................................. , ½ pt.
Air cleaner oil cup ((J nited) .............•...•......•....................................... % pt.
Belt pulley housing ...... ·· ..•..•.......................•.................................. ½ pt.
*Touch-Control system ....... : ..............•...................................••....... 4¼ pt.
Engine ·
Cylinders .......................... ·....................... .'. .......................... '. ...... 4
Bore ................................................................................... 21/s in.
Stroke .................................................................................. 2¾ in.
Engine speed (governed)
, Minimum speed ...• ; ...................•.....•.............................. 450-500 r.p.m.
Maximum idle speed (no load) ..•.................... ·.......................... 1800 r.p.m.
Maximum (full load) .............................................•............. 1600 r.p.m.
Magneto (clockwise rotation) .................................................... I. H., TypeJ-4
Spark plug ...................... ; ..........•...........................•.......... Gap .02 3 in;
Valve clearance ( engine cold). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .013 in.
Carburetor ................................................................. I. H., ¾;in. updraft
*Battery ignition unit (when so equipped) (clockwise rotation, 16° advance) ..............••.• I. H.
Clutch ,,
Foot Brak~s
External contracting on drums.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Transmission (three, speeds)
(Speeds based on 8_,/1pneumatic tire size.) . ·
Speed {miles per hour):· 1st .•.••...•. ·..........................•................... _..... _.. 21/s
2nd ..•.. ; ..._.....•..••...........• :' .....................•........ 31/s
3rd ...•••. , .....•.•...... , , •. , ........•.- , , .. , .. • . · · · . , ~- , . • · · · · · • · · ·6½
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Reverse ..•......~.!- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ·• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2%
Wheels and·Tread
Front wheels, pneumatic tire size ...........•.•..•..••.......•........................ t4.00-12
Rear wlteels, pneumatic tire size •..•.••....•••.................... ~ ...••................. t8-24
Wheelbase ..••..••..•.....• , •.........••..........•..... -. ......•............•......... 69¼ in.
Tread, front (standard-fixed axle with reversible wheels) ....................•. 40% and 46% in.
Tread, front (adjustable front axle, 4-in. intervals) ....•..••..•....•......•..••... 40% to 56% in.
Tread, rear (adjustable-reversible wheels and rims, 4-in. intervals) ....•.............. 40 to 56 in.
tOther pneumatic tire sizes available. _ ;- ·
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General
Belt horsepowcfr .......•..••....•.•••.................•••.............•••......•.•... ; ... *9. 76
Draw bar horsepower ..........•............••.•..........·..............•.........•.-•..... *8.89
Length, over all ......... ; .....•.........•••........•....•.......•........••..•.......... 9~% in.
Width, over all-minimum treads .......••.......•••......•.....•..•.....•...•.......•.. 4!H¼ in.
Width, over all-maximum treads ..........•............••••.• ~ ~ ...•....•............••• 64¾ in.
He~g~~' over all (to top of steering wheel) .............................................. 62~ ~n.
He1g,lit, over all (to top of mu:ffier) •......•..•...........•.........•..........••......... 76¼ 1n.
Ground clearance for crops: Under front axle ...•...... : .. ! .•.•••••..••.••••••..••••.•• 20% in._
Under rear axle ..••........•..............•...........•... 20¾ in.
Drawbar (adjustable): Normal height ................................................. 14% in.
. High and low positions ......... ; ........................ 12% and 16 in.
Lateral adjustment .••........•••..... 11¼ in. on each side of center hole
Minimum turning radius with minimum treads:
· Without brake applied •••......•••.......•.........•.•....••...... 9¼ ft.
With brake applied ••...... .-••.•............••............•....... 8¼ ft.
*Corrected to sea level barometric pressure (29.92 in. Hg) and +60° F. air temperature, according to
A.S.A.E. and S.A.E. ·test codes.
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INDEX
' Lamps................................... 53
Distributor cap, battery ignition........... 34
Light switch.............................. 6, 36
Distributor cap, magneto. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Lubricating oil and grease specifications.... 16, 1 7
Drain plug, engine crankcase.,............. 19
( Lubrication............................... 14 to 22
Drain plug, radiator ......•. -:·;; . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Lubrication, front wheels.................. 16
Drain plug, steering gear housing......... 22 Lubrication guide......................... 18 to 22
Drain plug, Touch-Control oil reservoir.... 69
Drain plug, transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 f'
Drawbar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49, so· Magneto ..................... : ; ......... . 30 to 32
Driving the tractor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 to 13 Magneto impulse coupling ........... ~ ... . 25, 31
Minor engine service operations .......... . 46
Electric starting and lighting .............. 36to45,66
Engine hour meter. . . . . . . .. . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Oil filter ............•.................... 14, 15
Engine serial number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . 2 Oil pressure indicator .................... . 5, 14
Engine speed control lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Oil pump ........•..•.................... 14
Exhaust mufiler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . • . 65 Operating the engine ........•............ 8
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Farm Accidents
can be prevented
with your. help ' ,
No accident-prevention program can be suc- industrial plant, can be safer than the man who
cessful without the wholehearted co-operation is at the controls. .If farm accidents are .to be
of the person who is directly responsible for the prevented-and they can be preverifed-it will
operation cif equipment. be done by the operators who accept a full ·
To read accident reports from all over the measure of their responsibility.
country is to be convinced that a large number It is true that the designer, the manufacturer, :,·· ·
of accidents can be ·prevented only by the the safety engineer can help; and they will help,
operator anticipatin.g .the result before the but their combined efforts can be wiped out by
.t.
accident is caused and doing something about a single careless act of the operator.
it. No power-driven equipment, whether it be It is said that ''the best kind of a safety
transportation or processing, whether it be on device is a careful operator." We ask
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the highway, in the harvest field or in the you to be that kind oL.an operator.
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