International Harvester Farmall H & HV Tractor 1939-1959 Operator's Manual
Detailed guide for Farmall H & HV tractors (1939-1959). Covers operation, lubrication, maintenance, and specifications. Part numbers and diagrams included for comprehensive service. XYZ123
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McCormick Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: International Harvester Farmall H, International Harvester Farmall HV
Sub-models / Variants: Gasoline engine, Distillate engine, Kerosene engine, Pneumatic tire equipment, Steel wheel equipment, High clearance (HV)
Build Years: 1939–1959
Serial Numbers: Tractor serials preceded by FBH (Farmall H) or FBHV (Farmall HV); Engine serials preceded by FBHM (Farmall H) or FBHVM (Farmall HV)
Technical Data:
- Engine: 4-cylinder
- Engine speed (max load): 1650 r.p.m.
- Engine speed (min idle): 400–450 r.p.m.
- Fuel tank capacity: 17.5 U.S. gallons
- Transmission case capacity: 6 quarts
- Cooling system capacity: 16.5 U.S. quarts
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International Harvester Farmall H and HV Operator Manual Scope
- Covers 1939–1959 International Harvester Farmall H and HV tractors, including gasoline, distillate, and kerosene engine variants
- Third-party publication, © eBay Seller Polar558, reproduction of the original factory guide
- Contains 90+ illustrations and diagrams detailing controls, lubrication points, and maintenance adjustments
- File delivered as a direct download the moment payment clears
- Indexed PDF search covers every chapter and appendix
- Note: This page is a contents overview for the manual; it does not provide repair or diagnostic instructions
Operational and Maintenance Documentation
The 1939–1959 International Harvester Farmall H and HV operator manual provides instructions for daily preparation, starting, and efficient tractor operation. It outlines procedures for various fuel types, including gasoline, distillate, and kerosene. Specific sections detail the use of radiator shutters, manifold heat control, and the hydraulic Lift-All system to manage implement depth during field work.
Periodic maintenance guidelines are presented for key systems, including the air cleaner, engine crankcase, transmission, and final drives. The manual details the lubrication schedule, specifying intervals for daily, weekly, and periodic servicing using standard automotive and chassis lubricants. It highlights the importance of keeping filter elements clean and maintaining correct oil levels for sustained performance.
Specification and Setup Data
Engine cooling system capacity is documented at 16.5 U.S. quarts. The transmission case requires 6 quarts of lubricant for standard operation. Valve clearance for the intake is listed at 0.017 inches in the maintenance section. The governor-governed engine speed for the 1939–1959 International Harvester Farmall H is specified at 1650 r.p.m. in the technical specifications.
Reference what an OEM service publication covers to understand how the factory documentation is structured for owner-level maintenance. This 107-page International Harvester manual is the definitive guide for operating and maintaining the 1939–1959 Farmall H and HV series tractors.
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