Farm Engines and How to Run Them: The Young Engineer's Guide

This practical manual explains selection, components, and safe operation of farm stationary, traction, and portable engines and boilers, with step-by-step guidance on firing, boiler care, road handling, maintenance, and fuel economy. It describes engine and boiler parts in clear terms, compares types (direct-flue, return-flue, simple and compound steam engines, gasoline engines), offers advice on purchasing and equipping machines, and includes guidance for running threshing machinery. Numerous inspection and troubleshooting tips, many examination-style questions and answers, and brief profiles of commercial traction makes support hands-on learning for novices and experienced operators alike.