Target Audience:
Mechanical technicians familiar with BRP products and general automobile practices
Value Proposition:
Enables quality service, helps owners get best value, facilitates DIY repairs
Information Reliability:
Provides the most reliable information
Emphasis Symbols:
Emphasizes particular information denoted by WARNING, CAUTION, NOTE
Dealer Information:
Includes specifications and procedures found in authorized dealer service departments
Completeness:
Complete Service Manual containing all necessary instructions for any repair
Engine:
Complete repair and overhaul, tune-ups, lubrication system
Fuel System:
Repair and overhaul procedures
Ignition System:
Repair and overhaul procedures
Electrical System:
Repair and overhaul procedures
Transmission:
Extensive disassembly and assembly, repair, and overhaul
Bodywork:
Repair and overhaul procedures
Exhaust System:
Repair and overhaul procedures
Power Take Off:
Service and repair procedures for PTO unit.
Hydraulics:
Repair and overhaul of hydraulic system, including pump and control unit.
Steering System:
Repair and overhaul procedures for steering mechanism.
Braking System:
Repair and overhaul procedures for brake system.
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance and servicing procedures
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic and repair procedures for common issues
Repair:
Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for all major components
Assembly Disassembly:
Comprehensive instructions for component removal and installation
Overhaul:
In-depth procedures for complete component overhauls
Tune Ups:
Detailed tune-up procedures for optimal engine performance.
Depth Level:
Comprehensive, suitable for experienced technicians and informed owners
Proprietary Components:
Includes instructions for proprietary components and references manufacturer guidelines
Special Tools:
References and illustrates recommended or required special tools with part numbers
Diagnostics:
Covers troubleshooting and diagnosis of various mechanical and electrical faults.
Rebuilds:
Provides procedures for complete engine, transmission, and component rebuilds.
Engine Type:
Diesel (commonly fitted Perkins or David Brown engines for this model range)
Horsepower:
Refer to specific variant documentation; typical range for 1210 series is approximately 50-65 PTO HP
Torque:
Refer to specific variant documentation
Common Engine Issues:
Glow plug issues, injection pump timing, fuel filter clogging, injector wear (based on general tractor knowledge for the era)
Safety Features Coverage:
Manual emphasizes safety precautions and use of safety equipment
Operator Safety:
Emphasis on correct operation and maintenance to ensure safety
Component Safety:
Torque wrench usage for fastener tightening to ensure structural integrity
Engine Oil Change:
Refer to specific recommendations in manual; typically 100-250 hours for older diesels
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Refer to manual; crucial for diesel engine longevity
Hydraulic Fluid Change:
Refer to manual; critical for tractor's lifting and steering systems
Engine Oil Type:
Refer to manual for viscosity (e.g., SAE 30, 15W-40 for diesel) and API classification
Transmission Hydraulic Fluid:
Refer to manual for type (e.g., UTTO - Universal Tractor Transmission Oil, or specific David Brown/Case fluid)
Coolant Type:
Refer to manual for coolant mixture and type (e.g., conventional ethylene glycol)
Common Wear Points:
Clutch wear, PTO engagement issues, hydraulic pump performance, injector pump calibration (based on general tractor knowledge)
Seal Leaks:
Common on older tractors; manual will detail specific seal replacement procedures
Greasing Points:
Manual will detail lubrication schedule for various points (e.g., kingpins, U-joints, linkage)
David Brown Legacy:
David Brown was a prominent British tractor manufacturer known for robust and reliable machinery
1210 Series Context:
The 1210 was a significant model in the David Brown lineup, often powered by the AD4/47 or similar engines, and later integrated into the Case portfolio.
Production Period:
Mid to late 1960s through the 1970s (approximate range)
Manufacturing Location:
United Kingdom (originally David Brown plants, later potentially under Case ownership)
