farmall H hydraulics

[J.C.]

I've got a single hose out of the left side of my tractor. Does that only lift the implement? Also there is no hydraulic fluid on the dipstick when I checked it? How much and what kind of fluid should I use? Any help in regards to hydraulics would be helpful.

J.C.

 

[NBAllen]

1) The H (belly pump) has only one-way hydraulics - all three ports (one on left, two on right) are tied together.

2) Depends on how the cylinders are hooked up! ;->

3) Sounds like you need to add oil. Fill per dipstick or as required to achieve full hydraulic operation.

4) Original spec was for 30 Wt Non-Detergent oil.

Note:
If you switch implements between your H and modern tractors, you should use a compatible hydraulic oil to avoid a mish-mash of hydraulic oils in your tractors and implements.

Nathaniel

 

[Wayne from MN]

The single outlet on the right and both outlets on the left are pressure out and gravity return.
Original oil specs were SAE 30 non-detergent. If you are sharing with other implements use the same oil as they do.