Target Audience:
Owners, operators, and mechanics of International IH Cadet 85 Tractors seeking detailed repair and maintenance information.
Manual Value:
Provides a cost-effective alternative to expensive factory service manuals or outsourced repairs, empowering users to perform their own maintenance and repairs.
Comprehensive Nature:
Designed to be the 'everything you will ever need' resource for the Cadet 85, ensuring no task is too complex for the user with this manual.
Diagnostic Support:
Includes diagnostic guides to help identify the root cause of problems before attempting repairs.
Engine:
Engine overhaul, disassembly, assembly, troubleshooting, diagnostics, tuning, cooling system, lubrication system.
Fuel System:
Carburetor service, fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel tank maintenance.
Electrical System:
Ignition system, starting system, charging system, wiring diagrams, lighting, gauges, battery service.
Transmission:
Clutch service, gearbox disassembly and assembly, lubrication, troubleshooting.
Drivetrain:
Rear axle, differential, driveshafts, PTO (Power Take-Off) operation and maintenance.
Steering:
Steering column, linkage, adjustments, and repair.
Brakes:
Brake system inspection, repair, adjustments, and component replacement.
Hydraulics:
Hydraulic system operation, pump, cylinder, control valve service, fluid specifications.
Chassis And Frame:
Frame inspection, component mounting, front axle, wheel bearings.
Bodywork And Sheetmetal:
Fender repair, hood service, control panel maintenance.
Preventative Maintenance:
Scheduled lubrication, fluid changes, filter replacements, visual inspections.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common operational issues and component failures.
Repair And Overhaul:
Step-by-step instructions for disassembling, repairing, and reassembling major components and systems.
Adjustment And Calibration:
Procedures for adjusting brakes, clutch, engine timing, and hydraulic controls.
Component Replacement:
Detailed guidance on replacing wear items and failed parts.
Specifications And Tolerances:
Key engineering specifications, torque values, and wear tolerances for proper repair.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds. Suitable for both DIY mechanics and professional technicians.
Engine Family:
International Harvester - Specific engine model is not detailed in product description but would typically be an OHV or L-head gasoline engine.
Horsepower:
Approximately 8-12 HP (estimated for the Cadet series of this era, specific to 85 model needs verification).
Torque:
To be determined based on specific engine variant (requires manual lookup for exact figures).
Carburetor:
Likely a Zenith, Marvel-Schebler, or similar updraft/downdraft carburetor (specific model number would be in manual).
Cooling Method:
Air-cooled
Oil Type:
SAE 30 or SAE 10W-30 (common for vintage tractors, specific weight and API rating in manual).
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 25-50 operating hours or annually (specifics in manual).
Air Filter Cleaning:
As needed, depending on operating conditions; replacement interval also specified.
Gear Oil Change:
Annually or every 100-200 operating hours (specific type and capacity in manual).
Transmission Oil:
Gear oil, likely SAE 90 (GL-1 or GL-4) or IH Hytran for hydraulic systems if integrated. Manual will specify exact grade and capacity.
Hydraulic Fluid:
IH Hytran or equivalent hydraulic fluid if equipped with hydraulic lift or systems (specifications in manual).
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, carburetor gumming, ignition coil failure, PTO seal leaks, hydraulic cylinder seal leaks.
Electrical Problems:
Corroded wiring connections, faulty starter solenoids, worn ignition switches.
Engine Performance:
Loss of power due to incorrect valve lash, worn piston rings, or faulty ignition timing.
Manufacturer:
International Harvester (IH), a renowned American manufacturer of agricultural machinery.
Cadet Lineage:
The Cadet series was IH's line of garden tractors, popular for homeowners and small farms. The '85' designation likely refers to a specific model within this series, produced in the late 1960s or early 1970s.
Production Period:
Cadet tractors were produced from the early 1960s through the mid-1980s. The 85 model would fall within this range.
