1947-1956 International Farmall Super A & Super AV Tractor Operator's Manual (P/N 1 004 193 R5, 1953)
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International Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: International Farmall Super A, International Farmall Super AV
Sub-models / Variants: Gasoline engine, Distillate engine, Kerosene engine, 4WD (AV variant)
Model Years: 1947–1956
Serial Numbers: Serial numbers are preceded by FAA for Super A and FAAV for Super AV
Technical Data:
- Engine governed speed: 1,400 r.p.m.
- Engine idle speed (max): 1,540 r.p.m.
- Engine idle speed (min): 500–550 r.p.m.
- Cooling system capacity: 13 U.S. quarts
- Crankcase oil capacity: 5 U.S. quarts
- Spark plug gap: .023 inches
- Valve clearance (hot): .014 inches
- Power take-off speed: 541 r.p.m.
- Belt pulley speed: 1,157 r.p.m.
International Manual Features & Content Preview
- Covers 1947–1956 International Farmall Super A and Super AV tractor variants, including gasoline, distillate, and kerosene-burning engine configurations.
- Official 99-page International Harvester OEM publication P/N 1 004 193 R5, originally dated April 15, 1953.
- Features 47 technical diagrams, 4 electrical wiring schematics, and 3 distinct lubrication tables.
- Primary reference for documenting specific factory adjustments, including Touch-Control and hydraulic remote systems.
Operating and Lubrication Procedures
This manual outlines the precise operational baselines for the Farmall Super A series. It focuses heavily on daily tractor maintenance, fluid capacities, and safe control handling. Before initiating any cold-weather startup sequences or servicing the belt pulley, technicians should thoroughly review the outlined safety parameters to avoid equipment damage or personal injury. The guide details the exact startup protocols for different fuel configurations. It also breaks down power take-off usage and cooling system management.
Beyond basic operation, the publication serves as a reliable shop reference for critical specifications. You will find documented engine speeds, ignition timing data, and spark plug maintenance intervals. The tables confirm a coolant system capacity of 13 quarts and an engine crankcase oil requirement of 5 quarts. Front tire pressure is officially specified at 28 psi for standard tire setups. Instead of relying on guesswork, mechanics can use this documentation to verify electrical specifications and steering gear lubrication intervals directly from the original manufacturer's data.
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