Part of the Case IH Operator Manuals.
All 146 pages of this David Brown 885 Operator Manual (OEM #9-5218) cover one machine: keeping your 885 and 885N Tractors running safely and on schedule. Inside, you get a full safety chapter covering ROPS maintenance, seat belts, PTO hazards, and battery handling, plus a complete walkthrough of the Selectamatic hydraulic system with hydraulic diagrams showing component layouts and connections for depth control, height control, and external valve configurations. Flip to the electrical chapter for wiring diagrams, fuse ratings, and alternator specs so you can trace a dead circuit without guessing. Set your clutch free play to 20-25mm and confirm the hydraulic valve unit holds pressure to 140 kg/cm² (2000 lb/sq in) before you head back to the field. Your machine is down. Get the factory answer on the first try. Bookmarked by section and keyword-searchable; pull it up on your tablet and walk straight to the tractor.
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What's Inside This David Brown 885, 885N, 885/885N Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 8-10 | Manual Purpose, Safety Information, Tractor Features, Run-In Procedure, Tractor Identification, Engine Identification |
| Safety Rules | 11-24 | Spark Arresting System, Roll-Over Protective Structure, Seat Belts, ROPS Maintenance, Battery Safety, PTO Safety |
| Description and Operation - General | 25-38 | Instrument Panel, Levers and Pedals, Starting and Stopping the Engine, Seat Adjustments, Gear Selection, Differential Lock |
| The Selectamatic Hydraulic System | 39-54 | Trailed Implements, Selectamatic Controls, Operating with Depth Control, Operating with Height Control, Operating with Depth Wheel |
| Adjustments and Settings | 55-76 | Linkage Settings, Stabilisers, Drawbar, Wheels and Axles (Front Tread Adjustment, Rear Tread Adjustment), Pavt Wheels, Ballast, Power Take-Off, PTO Driven Implements |
| Regular Maintenance | 77-90 | Table of Routine Service Tasks, Daily Inspection, Lubrication Chart, Service Task a, Service Task B, Service Task C, Service Task D, Service Task E |
| Service Information | 91-126 | Hood Removal |
| Specifications | 127-146 | Glossary of Abbreviations, Accessories, Lighting Equipment, Chassis Dimensions, Engine Specifications, Performance Data |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic pump maximum pressure | 140kg/cm² (2000lb/sq in) | p. 108 |
| Cylinder Head Tightening Torque (New Nuts) | 135 Nm | p. 105 |
| Clutch Free Play | 20 to 25mm | p. 116 |
