🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Case IH Model: 485 Tractor Generation Common Production Years: Circa 1980s - Early 1990s Codes Manufacturer Codes: IH (International Harvester) lineage 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Technicians, mechanics, and owners of the Case IH 485 Tractor Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Low price, great quality, instant access, and ongoing support from the seller. Key Features Manual Attributes: Official complete version, hundreds/thousands of printable pages, comprehensive coverage of operation and maintenance. Delivery Model: Digital distribution for immediate access. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Product Type: Operator's Manual Included Content Highlights: General Introduction, Specifications, Instruments & Controls, Operations Instructions, Fuels & Lubricants, Maintenance/Lubrication, Safety Hints, Working Range, Lifting Capacities, Bucket Selection Guide (if applicable to front loader), Undercarriage, Control Device details, Operation suggestions, Transportation prep, Maintenance charts, Electrical System basics, Air Conditioner/Heater. Page Count Estimated Pages: Hundreds or thousands (printable) Manual Type Document Type: Official Full Complete Version Language Language: English Format File Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Systems: Engine operation, starting, stopping, cooling system, exhaust system, fuel system, lubrication system Transmission Systems: Transmission operation, gear selection, clutch operation Drivetrain Systems: Drivetrain operation, differential locks (if applicable) Hydraulic Systems: Hydraulic system controls, operation of hydraulic attachments, RCV lever operating pattern Electrical Systems: Electrical system overview, instrument panel, switches, lighting, basic electrical troubleshooting Braking Systems: Brake operation, parking brake Steering Systems: Steering mechanism operation Operator Station: Cab controls, instrument cluster, switches, levers, pedals, air conditioning and heater operation Power Take Off Pto: PTO operation, engagement, and maintenance procedures. Front Axle Steering: Front axle components, steering linkage, and wheel alignment considerations. Rear Axle Differential: Rear axle components, differential lock operation (if equipped), and axle lubrication. Cooling System: Radiator, thermostat, water pump, fan operation, coolant levels and checks. Exhaust System: Muffler, exhaust piping, and associated components. Fuel And Lubrication Systems: Fuel tank, lines, filters, engine oil system, and lubrication points. Procedures Included Operational Procedures: Pre-start checks, starting and stopping the engine, traveling, efficient working methods, operation in special work sites, attachment lowering patterns, parking procedures Maintenance Procedures: Routine maintenance, lubrication schedules, tightening torques, fluid checks and changes, air filter maintenance, tire rotation Troubleshooting: Basic troubleshooting for common issues, hints for operation and maintenance Transportation Procedures: Preparation for transport, loading and unloading, securing the machine Engine Overhaul: While an operator's manual, it may touch upon basic engine checks and troubleshooting that could lead to more in-depth service. Troubleshooting Guides: Includes sections for troubleshooting common operational issues and maintenance problems. Technical Depth Scope: Comprehensive operator's information, technical data, maintenance, and operational tips. Detail Level: Covers fundamental operation to detailed maintenance and specifications. Diagnostic Capabilities: Focuses on operator-level diagnostics and basic maintenance rather than deep electronic diagnostics. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format PDF Quality: Printable at GREAT QUALITY Searchability: Likely searchable if native PDF, may require OCR if scanned and text not embedded Compatibility: Compatible with All Versions of Windows & Mac Print Quality Output Quality: High quality printable pages Binding Type Binding: Digital Download (PDF requires unzipping for larger files) Paper Type Paper Quality: N/A (Digital format) Requirements Software Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader, WinZip (for larger manuals) Delivery Access Method: Instant Download ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Likely a Case IH (or formerly International Harvester) diesel engine, details specific to 485 model Performance Horsepower Range: Typically in the 50-70 HP range for this class of tractor, specific value requires manual confirmation. Fuel System Fuel Type: Diesel Fluid Specifications Coolant Type: Ethylene Glycol based coolant (specific mix ratio and type detailed in manual) Engine Oil Type: Diesel engine oil, viscosity grade (e.g., 15W-40) and API service category specified in manual. Engine Type Engine Manufacturer Lineage: Typically a Case IH D-series or direct-injection diesel engine, building on IH designs. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: Likely a Manual Synchromesh or partially synchronized gearbox with multiple forward and reverse gears (e.g., 8-speed or 16-speed with creeper) Optional Powershift Options: Less common on this series, but some models might have had partial power-shift or torque amplifier options. Features Gear Selection: Main gear lever and range selector. Fluid Specifications Transmission Oil Type: Gear oil/transmission fluid (specific GL rating and viscosity grade specified in manual). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Overall Length: Varies by configuration, manual will provide exact dimensions. Overall Width: Varies by configuration, manual will provide exact dimensions. Wheelbase: Specific to 485 model, detailed in manual. Weights Operating Weight: Typically around 4,000 - 5,000 lbs (1800 - 2270 kg) without ballast, specific weight detailed in manual. Maximum Allowable Weight: Specified in manual, considering ballast and implement loads. Lifting Capacities Rear Hitch Lift Capacity: Capacity at the lower link ends and at the standard 24-inch (610mm) behind hitch points, detailed in manual. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Rollover Protection: Likely an option or standard depending on region and production era (ROPS - Roll Over Protective Structure)....
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, fan operation, coolant levels and checks.
Exhaust System:
Muffler, exhaust piping, and associated components.
Fuel And Lubrication Systems:
Fuel tank, lines, filters, engine oil system, and lubrication points.
Procedures Included
Operational Procedures:
Pre-start checks, starting and stopping the engine, traveling, efficient working methods, operation in special work sites, attachment lowering patterns, parking procedures
Maintenance Procedures:
Routine maintenance, lubrication schedules, tightening torques, fluid checks and changes, air filter maintenance, tire rotation
Troubleshooting:
Basic troubleshooting for common issues, hints for operation and maintenance
Transportation Procedures:
Preparation for transport, loading and unloading, securing the machine
Engine Overhaul:
While an operator's manual, it may touch upon basic engine checks and troubleshooting that could lead to more in-depth service.
Troubleshooting Guides:
Includes sections for troubleshooting common operational issues and maintenance problems.
Technical Depth
Scope:
Comprehensive operator's information, technical data, maintenance, and operational tips.
Detail Level:
Covers fundamental operation to detailed maintenance and specifications.
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Focuses on operator-level diagnostics and basic maintenance rather than deep electronic diagnostics.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
PDF Quality:
Printable at GREAT QUALITY
Searchability:
Likely searchable if native PDF, may require OCR if scanned and text not embedded
Compatibility:
Compatible with All Versions of Windows & Mac
Print Quality
Output Quality:
High quality printable pages
Binding Type
Binding:
Digital Download (PDF requires unzipping for larger files)
Paper Type
Paper Quality:
N/A (Digital format)
Requirements
Software Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader, WinZip (for larger manuals)
Delivery
Access Method:
Instant Download
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
Likely a Case IH (or formerly International Harvester) diesel engine, details specific to 485 model
Performance
Horsepower Range:
Typically in the 50-70 HP range for this class of tractor, specific value requires manual confirmation.
Fuel System
Fuel Type:
Diesel
Fluid Specifications
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based coolant (specific mix ratio and type detailed in manual)
Engine Oil Type:
Diesel engine oil, viscosity grade (e.g., 15W-40) and API service category specified in manual.
Engine Type
Engine Manufacturer Lineage:
Typically a Case IH D-series or direct-injection diesel engine, building on IH designs.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
Likely a Manual Synchromesh or partially synchronized gearbox with multiple forward and reverse gears (e.g., 8-speed or 16-speed with creeper)
Optional
Powershift Options:
Less common on this series, but some models might have had partial power-shift or torque amplifier options.
Features
Gear Selection:
Main gear lever and range selector.
Fluid Specifications
Transmission Oil Type:
Gear oil/transmission fluid (specific GL rating and viscosity grade specified in manual).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Overall Length:
Varies by configuration, manual will provide exact dimensions.
Overall Width:
Varies by configuration, manual will provide exact dimensions.
Wheelbase:
Specific to 485 model, detailed in manual.
Weights
Operating Weight:
Typically around 4,000 - 5,000 lbs (1800 - 2270 kg) without ballast, specific weight detailed in manual.
Maximum Allowable Weight:
Specified in manual, considering ballast and implement loads.
Lifting Capacities
Rear Hitch Lift Capacity:
Capacity at the lower link ends and at the standard 24-inch (610mm) behind hitch points, detailed in manual.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Rollover Protection:
Likely an option or standard depending on region and production era (ROPS - Roll Over Protective Structure). Manual will detail safety compliance.
Active Features
Safety Hints:
Sections dedicated to 'Before operating', 'During operating', 'During maintenance', and 'Parking' for safe operation.