Target Audience:
Owners, operators, and maintenance personnel of David Brown 880 Selectormatic tractors
Purpose:
Provide guidance on safe operation, routine maintenance, and proper use of the tractor.
Comprehensive Coverage:
Covers all models within the 880 Selectormatic series, including all engine types for the stated years.
Operator Focus:
Emphasizes practical instructions for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting.
Instant Delivery:
Downloadable PDF format for immediate access on multiple devices.
Engine:
All engine types for the series, including starting and operating procedures.
Fuel System:
Fuel type, filling, and maintenance practices.
Electrical System:
Battery care, wiring checks, and lighting.
Cooling System:
Radiator, coolant level checks, and cleaning.
Transmission:
Selectormatic drive operation and maintenance.
Hydraulics:
Three-point linkage, hydraulic oil, and filter care.
Steering and Brakes:
Steering adjustments, brake inspection, and adjustments.
Power Take-Off (PTO):
PTO operation and maintenance.
Tires and Wheels:
Inflation, wear inspection, and wheel removal/installation.
Operating Instructions:
Step-by-step guidance for starting, driving, and using implements.
Routine Maintenance:
Checklists for lubrication, filter changes, and fluid levels.
Adjustments:
Procedures for tappet adjustment, clutch, and brake adjustments.
Safety Checks:
Pre-operation safety inspections.
Level:
Comprehensive operator-level detail, suitable for routine service and adjustments.
Parts Information:
May include basic part identification but no detailed parts diagrams or part numbers.
Diagrams:
N/A - not specified, but typical for operator manuals.
Compatibility:
Windows, Mac, Linux, smartphones, and other PDF-capable devices
Requirements:
PDF reader software (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Preview, etc.)
Searchability:
Text-based PDF, searchable if text is embedded
Binding Type:
Digital (no physical binding)
Paper Type:
N/A - digital file
Crash Test Information:
N/A - agricultural tractor, no crash test ratings
Brakes:
Disc brakes on rear wheels (typical)
Steering:
Manual or power-assisted steering (depending on variant)
Roll-Over Protection:
Not standard; may be fitted as an option.
Operator Enclosure:
Typically open operator station
Oil Change:
Every 100-120 hours (check manual)
Hydraulic Fluid:
Check regularly, change per maintenance schedule
Transmission Fluid:
Check and replace per schedule
Coolant:
Check level, flush periodically
Engine Oil:
CF-2 or similar diesel engine oil viscosity per temperature
Hydraulic Fluid:
UTF (Universal Tractor Fluid) or equivalent
Transmission Oil:
Same as hydraulic fluid for many models
Common Wear Items:
Belts, hoses, filters, brake linings
Common Issues:
No specific known issues documented in manual
