Need the official Case IH 495 operator manual pdf for your tractor? This 206-page factory guide (OEM #9-18820) covers both the Case IH 395 and 495, from first startup to long-term storage. You get a full safety section covering ROPS requirements and decal placement, complete instrument cluster walkthroughs with every indicator lamp explained, and step-by-step operating instructions including the critical run-in procedure for a new machine. Field operation walks through drawbar setup, three-point hitch adjustment, check chains, and PTO engagement, plus a dedicated section on tire inflation specs, tread positions, and ballast loading for both 2WD and MFD configurations. Fill the engine to 7.5 litres (1.98 US gallons), check your transmission/hydraulic fluid every 10 hours of operation, and top the cooling system to 13.7 litres. No more guessing fluid levels from a forum post. Bookmarked and searchable: jump straight to the spec you need, right from your phone in the cab.
What's Inside This Case IH 395, 495, 395 Tractor, 495 Tractor Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Safety/Decals | 6-14 | Decals, Safety, Roll Over Protection Structure (ROPS), ROPS Label, Safety Rules, Tractor Roll Over |
| Specifications | 15-40 | Diesel Engine, General Machine, Brakes, Differential Lock, Power Takeoff, Transmission |
| Instruments/Controls | 41-54 | Standard Instrument Cluster, Indicator Lamps, Instrument Panel Controls, Headlamp Dip Switch, Key Switch, Main Lamp Switch |
| Operating Instructions | 55-89 | Before Starting the Engine, Run-In Procedure, First Service Intervals, Seat Belts, Normal Starting Procedure, Stopping the Engine |
| Field Operation | 90-110 | Drawbar Preparation, Connecting Implement to Drawbar, Three Point Hitch System Preparation, Check Chains, Upper (Turnbuckle) Link, Rear Hitch Operation |
| Tires/Wheels/Spacing/Ballast | 111-136 | Tire Inflation Specifications, Tire Load Capacity, Tire and Rim Repair, Tire Installation, Two Wheel Drive Front Axle Tread Positions, MFD Front Wheel Tread Positions |
| Lubrication/Maintenance Charts | 137-141 | Lubrication/Maintenance Chart, Engine Hourmeter, Systemgard Lubrication Analysis Program |
| Lubrication/Filters/Fluids | 142-173 | Hood and Side Covers, Engine Oil Selection, Fuel System, Cooling System, Transmission Lubrication, Mechanical Front Drive Axle (MFD) |
| Maintenance/Adjustments | 174-182 | Brake Pedal Height Adjustment, Cooling System, Fan Belt Adjustment, Engine Clutch Pedal Height Adjustment, Seat Belt Inspection, Parking Brake Adjustment |
| Electrical System | 183-193 | Alternator Charging Circuit, Batteries, Fuses and Relays, Lamps, Headlamps, Instrument Cluster Lamps |
| Storage | 194-206 | - |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| All Models | ||
| Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Level Check Interval | Every 10 hours of operation | p. 168 |
| Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Filter Retaining Bolt Torque | 12 to 16 lb ft (16 to 21 Nm) | p. 170 |
| Cooling System Capacity | 14.5 US Quarts (13.7 Litres) | p. 145 |
| Rocker Arm to Valve Clearance (Engine Hot) | 0.012 inch (0.305 mm) | p. 16 |
| PTO Speed | 540 RPM | p. 18 |
| PTO Spline Diameter | 1-3/8 inch (34.9 mm) | p. 18 |
| Remote Hydraulic System Maximum System Pressure | 2500 PSI (17 237 kPa) | p. 19 |
| Model 395 and 495 | ||
| Engine Oil Capacity (with filter change) | 1.98 US Gallons (7.5 Litres) | p. 145 |
| Maximum Permitted Tractor Operating Weight | 12125 lb (5500 kg) | p. 40 |
| Tractor | ||
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Tractor) | 20 US Gallons (76 Litres) | p. 145 |
| 2WD | ||
| Transmission/Hydraulic System Capacity (2WD) | 36 US Quarts (34 Litres) | p. 145 |
| MFD | ||
| Transmission/Hydraulic System Capacity (MFD) | 38.6 US Quarts (36.5 Litres) | p. 145 |
Case IH 395, 495, 395 Tractor, 495 Tractor Common Problems This Manual Covers
Case IH 395 three-point hitch lifts slowly or won't hold implement position under load p. 90
Check the transmission/hydraulic oil level at the sight glass every 10 hours of operation per page 168. The 2WD system requires 36 US Quarts (34 Litres); MFD models require 38.6 US Quarts (36.5 Litres). If the fluid level is correct, verify the hitch control lever and draft control setting for your implement weight, following rear hitch procedures on page 90.
Manual Section: Field OperationEngine won't start or cranks too slowly to fire in cold weather p. 56
Follow the starting procedure on page 56. Verify the fuel shut-off valve is open and the key switch reaches the full Start position. Check the fuel level; the tank holds 20 US Gallons (76 Litres). If the engine sat unused, bleed air from the fuel system per the Lubrication/Filters/Fluids section on page 142.
Manual Section: Operating InstructionsInstrument panel warning indicator lamp stays on or keeps flickering during engine operation p. 41
Identify the specific lamp on page 41 before acting. If the oil pressure lamp is lit, shut the engine off and check oil level; both models hold 1.98 US Gallons (7.5 Litres) with filter change per page 145. For a charging system lamp, inspect the alternator circuit on page 183 and verify battery specific gravity between 1.255 and 1.265 per page 184.
Manual Section: Instruments/ControlsTransmission or hydraulic fluid turns milky or discolored after pressure washing the tractor p. 142
Drain the transmission/hydraulic system and inspect the fluid immediately. On 2WD models, refill with 36 US Quarts (34 Litres) of fluid meeting specifications on page 142; MFD models take 38.6 US Quarts (36.5 Litres). After replacing the hydraulic filter, torque the retaining bolt to 12 to 16 lb ft (16 to 21 Nm) per page 170.
Manual Section: Lubrication/Filters/FluidsEngine temperature gauge creeps into the red zone during normal field operation p. 174
Reduce load and let the engine idle. When cool, check coolant level; the system holds 14.5 US Quarts (13.7 Litres) per page 145. Inspect the fan belt: deflection should be 3/4 in (19 mm) under a 25 lb (11 kg) load per page 176. Clean debris from the radiator screen and review the cooling system maintenance schedule on page 138.
Manual Section: Maintenance/AdjustmentsFrequently Asked Questions
How do you fix case IH 395 three-point hitch lifts slowly or won't hold implement position under load?
Check the transmission/hydraulic oil level at the sight glass every 10 hours of operation per page 168. The 2WD system requires 36 US Quarts (34 Litres); MFD models require 38.6 US Quarts (36.5 Litres). If the fluid level is correct, verify the hitch control lever and draft control setting for your implement weight, following rear hitch procedures on page 90.
How do you fix engine won't start or cranks too slowly to fire in cold weather?
Follow the starting procedure on page 56. Verify the fuel shut-off valve is open and the key switch reaches the full Start position. Check the fuel level; the tank holds 20 US Gallons (76 Litres). If the engine sat unused, bleed air from the fuel system per the Lubrication/Filters/Fluids section on page 142.
How do you fix instrument panel warning indicator lamp stays on or keeps flickering during engine operation?
Identify the specific lamp on page 41 before acting. If the oil pressure lamp is lit, shut the engine off and check oil level; both models hold 1.98 US Gallons (7.5 Litres) with filter change per page 145. For a charging system lamp, inspect the alternator circuit on page 183 and verify battery specific gravity between 1.255 and 1.265 per page 184.
How do you fix transmission or hydraulic fluid turns milky or discolored after pressure washing the tractor?
Drain the transmission/hydraulic system and inspect the fluid immediately. On 2WD models, refill with 36 US Quarts (34 Litres) of fluid meeting specifications on page 142; MFD models take 38.6 US Quarts (36.5 Litres). After replacing the hydraulic filter, torque the retaining bolt to 12 to 16 lb ft (16 to 21 Nm) per page 170.
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