Target Audience:
Professional technicians and experienced DIY mechanics.
Instructional Style:
Step-by-step guidance, mirroring factory technician knowledge.
Content Comparison:
Covers topics typically found in factory service and owner's manuals.
User Benefit:
Empowers owners to make informed maintenance and repair decisions.
Alternatives:
Competed with similar tractors from manufacturers like Massey Ferguson, Ford, and John Deere in its class during the 1970s.
Engine:
Comprehensive coverage including overhaul, tuning, and troubleshooting.
Transmission:
Detailed procedures for maintenance, repair, and adjustment of all transmission components.
Hydraulics:
In-depth information on the hydraulic system, including pumps, valves, and cylinders.
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, component testing, and troubleshooting for the entire electrical system.
Cooling System:
Maintenance and repair of the radiator, thermostat, and associated components.
Fuel System:
Details on the fuel injection pump, injectors, and fuel tank servicing.
Braking System:
Repair and adjustment procedures for the braking system, including parking brake.
Steering System:
Maintenance and repair of the steering assembly.
Frontend And Rear Axles:
Service information for axle components, including differential.
Power Take Off Pto:
Coverage of PTO operation, maintenance, and repair.
Maintenance:
Regular servicing, lubrication, and inspection procedures.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic guides for identifying and resolving common and uncommon issues.
Disassembly And Assembly:
Step-by-step instructions for dismantling and reassembling all major tractor components.
Rebuild Procedures:
Detailed instructions for complete engine, transmission, and hydraulic unit rebuilds.
Technical Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, fluid capacities, and other critical data.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Procedures for testing and repairing starter, alternator, lighting, and instrumentation.
Calibration And Adjustment:
Instructions for adjusting engine timing, hydraulic pressures, and clutch engagement.
Timing Adjustment:
Detailed instructions for setting injection pump timing and valve lash.
Level Of Detail:
Designed for professional technicians, offering comprehensive detail for complex repairs and diagnostics, yet accessible to DIY mechanics with basic knowledge.
Illustrations:
Includes numerous illustrations, diagrams, and pictures to aid in understanding repair procedures.
Type:
Service/Repair Manual
Purpose:
Detailed diagnostic, repair, overhaul, and maintenance procedures for technicians and knowledgeable owners.
Electrical System Details
Wiring Diagrams:
Includes detailed, often color-coded, wiring diagrams for accurate electrical troubleshooting.
Engine Type:
Perkins 3.152.4 (typical for this model series)
Displacement:
2.5 Liters (152.4 cubic inches)
Aspiration:
Naturally Aspirated
Horsepower Rated:
Approximately 48-50 HP (may vary slightly by specific build)
Injection System:
Direct Injection, typically Lucas or CAV.
Engine Identifier:
Perkins 3.152.4 (common, but specific serial numbers may have variations)
Coolant Capacity:
Approximately 14 pints (6.6 Liters)
Cylinder Head Torque:
Specific torque sequences and values for critical engine components such as cylinder head bolts are provided.
Wheelbase:
Approximately 76 inches (1930 mm)
Operating Weight:
Approximately 4,000 - 4,500 lbs (1814 - 2041 kg)
Length:
Approximately 120 inches (3048 mm) without linkage.
Width:
Approximately 70 inches (1778 mm) at rear track.
Height:
Approximately 78 inches (1981 mm) to top of steering wheel.
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 250 operating hours or annually, whichever comes first.
Transmission Oil Change:
Typically every 1000 operating hours, with filter replacement as per manual.
Engine Oil Type:
API CD, SAE 15W-40 Diesel Engine Oil (check manual for exact specification).
Transmission Hydraulic Fluid:
David Brown Hy-Trans or equivalent universal tractor transmission fluid (UTTO) with ISO VG 32 specification. Capacity approx. 7-8 gallons.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixture, 50/50 with distilled water.
Common Problems:
Wear on clutch components, potential leaks in hydraulic system, wear on PTO spline shafts, starter motor issues.
Preventative Maintenance:
Regular lubrication of all grease points, consistent fluid level checks, and filter replacements are crucial for longevity.
Grease Points:
Critical lubrication points for steering, linkage, PTO, and axles are clearly identified in the manual.
Engine Oil Filter Part Number:
Refer to manual for exact part number, typically corresponding to Perkins 3.152.4 applications (e.g., Wix 51515 or equivalent).
Fuel Filter Part Number:
Refer to manual for exact part number, typically corresponding to Perkins 3.152.4 applications.
Hydraulic Filter Part Number:
Refer to manual for exact part number, specific to the David Brown hydraulic system.
Front Tire Size:
Commonly 6.00-16 or 7.50-16
Rear Tire Size:
Commonly 12.4/11-28 or 13.6/12-28
Manufacturer:
David Brown Tractors Ltd., historically a British manufacturer known for robust agricultural machinery.
Acquisitions:
David Brown tractors were eventually acquired by Tenneco (owner of Case) in 1973, leading to a rebranding as Case-David Brown.
Series Context:
Part of the 1190/1210/1194 series, representing a development in the David Brown tractor line.
Production Period:
Early to mid-1970s (approx. 1974-1981 for 1194, with the 1190/1210 preceding).
