Target Audience:
        
        
            Professional technicians, mechanics, experienced DIY enthusiasts, restoration specialists
        
     
    
    
        
            Manual Design:
        
        
            Numbered instructions, bold figure numbers, detailed illustrations, inset views, notes/cautions/warnings
        
     
    
        
            Navigability:
        
        
            Numbered table of contents for fast information retrieval
        
     
    
    
        
            Comparable Models:
        
        
            Comparable to tractors from John Deere (e.g., 3140 series), Massey Ferguson (e.g., 600 series), Ford (e.g., 7000 series) of the same era.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Coverage Scope:
        
        
            Repair, maintenance, rebuilding, refurbishing, restoration, diagnostics, wiring diagrams
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Page Count:
        
        
            Extensive (exact number not specified, but described as 'very detailed')
        
     
    
    
        
            Manual Type:
        
        
            Full Service Repair Manual
        
     
    
    
    
    
    
        
            Delivery Method:
        
        
            Instant Download
        
     
    
    
        
            Software Requirements:
        
        
            Adobe PDF Reader, WinRAR
        
     
    
        
            Compatibility:
        
        
            All versions of Windows & Mac
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Systems:
        
        
            Engine overhaul, fuel system, lubrication, cooling system, exhaust system
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Systems:
        
        
            Transmission repair, maintenance, operation
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Systems:
        
        
            Wiring diagrams, troubleshooting, electrical service procedures, diagnostics
        
     
    
        
            Hydraulic Systems:
        
        
            Hydraulic pump, cylinders, control valves, PTO systems
        
     
    
        
            Chassis And Drivetrain:
        
        
            Clutch, differential, axles, steering, braking system
        
     
    
        
            Body And Frame:
        
        
            Bodywork repairs, panel fitting, structural components
        
     
    
        
            Power Take Off Pto:
        
        
            PTO operation, maintenance, and repair of the PTO clutch and gearbox.
        
     
    
        
            Front Axle Steering:
        
        
            Front axle maintenance, steering system components, alignment procedures.
        
     
    
        
            Braking System:
        
        
            Brake caliper/drum inspection, hydraulic brake lines, master cylinder service.
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance Procedures:
        
        
            Scheduled maintenance, lubrication points, filter changes, fluid top-ups
        
     
    
        
            Repair Procedures:
        
        
            Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for all major components and systems
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Comprehensive diagnostic charts and procedures for identifying and resolving common issues
        
     
    
        
            Rebuilding Procedures:
        
        
            Detailed instructions for complete engine, transmission, and hydraulic system rebuilds
        
     
    
        
            Calibration Procedures:
        
        
            Fuel injection pump timing and calibration, hydraulic pressure calibration.
        
     
    
        
            Assembly Disassembly:
        
        
            Detailed instructions for component removal and reinstallation.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth Of Coverage:
        
        
            Professional technician level, with data suitable for advanced DIY mechanics
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Tools:
        
        
            Guidance for using basic diagnostic tools and understanding fault indicators.
        
     
    
        
            Torque Specifications:
        
        
            Includes torque values for critical fasteners across all systems.
        
     
    
        
            Clearance Settings:
        
        
            Specifications for valve clearances, bearing preloads, and other critical adjustments.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Diesel (Likely Perkins 6.354 or similar from the era)
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            Typically around 5.8 Liters (354 cubic inches) for the Perkins 6.354 variant
        
     
    
        
            Engine Manufacturer:
        
        
            Likely Perkins (a common supplier for David Brown)
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower Range:
        
        
            Approx. 75-85 PTO horsepower (varies by specific engine variant and configuration)
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Injection System:
        
        
            Likely CAV or Simms rotary injection pump
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Wheelbase:
        
        
            Approximately 88-90 inches (2235-2286 mm) for standard 2WD models
        
     
    
        
            Length:
        
        
            Approximately 130-140 inches (3300-3550 mm) depending on front linkage/weights
        
     
    
        
            Height:
        
        
            Approximately 95-100 inches (2410-2540 mm) to top of exhaust stack
        
     
    
    
        
            Operating Weight:
        
        
            Around 6,000-6,500 lbs (2720-2950 kg) depending on configuration
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Typically 250 hours, but manual will specify exact intervals and oil type.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Refer to manual for specific intervals, often around 500-1000 hours.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Specification:
        
        
            API CD or higher, SAE 15W-40 or 20W-50 recommended depending on ambient temperature (manual is definitive).
        
     
    
        
            Hydraulic Fluid Type:
        
        
            Tractor Hydraulic Fluid (THF) or UTF (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil) meeting specific standards (manual will list equivalents).
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Specification:
        
        
            Ethylene glycol based antifreeze mixture, typically 50/50 with distilled water.
        
     
    
        
            Gearbox Oil Specification:
        
        
            EP (Extreme Pressure) Gear Oil, SAE 80W/90 or 85W/140 depending on conditions (verify with manual).
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Wear Items:
        
        
            Clutch wear, hydraulic pump wear, PTO clutch packs, front axle pivot pins and bushings, injector pump calibration.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Quirks:
        
        
            Wiring harness degradation, starter solenoid issues, alternator output problems are common in older tractors.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Manufacturer History:
        
        
            David Brown Tractors was a British agricultural machinery manufacturer, known for robust and reliable tractors.
        
     
    
    
        
            1394 Development:
        
        
            Part of the David Brown 30 Series (or later 40 Series depending on classification), succeeding earlier models and offering increased power and comfort.
        
     
    
        
            David Brown Acquisition:
        
        
            David Brown was eventually acquired by Case IH (International Harvester), leading to integration into the larger manufacturer's product lines.
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Era:
        
        
            Mid to late 1970s through the 1980s.
        
     
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            United Kingdom (Meltham, Yorkshire)