Category:
Compact utility tractor, garden tractor
Target Audience:
Homeowners with larger properties, hobby farmers, landscape professionals, and municipal maintenance departments.
Competitors:
Competed with models from John Deere (e.g., 2000 series), Cub Cadet (e.g., 2000 series), Simplicity, Craftsman, and other garden tractor manufacturers of its era.
Versatility:
Designed for a wide range of tasks with various attachments like mowers, snow blowers, tillers, loaders, and trailers.
Durability:
Known for robust construction and reliable performance, often featuring cast iron components.
Power Take Off Pto:
Typically equipped with a mid-mount PTO for mowing decks and a rear PTO for implements.
Engine:
Detailed diagnostics, repair, and overhaul procedures for gasoline engines common to the 260 Series (e.g., Kohler, Onan).
Transmission:
Service and repair for hydrostatic and gear-driven transmissions, including drive belts, PTO engagement, and differential.
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, troubleshooting of starting and charging systems, lighting, accessory circuits, and component testing.
Hydraulics:
Maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems for lift mechanisms, power steering (if equipped), and attachment control.
Steering:
Service procedures for manual and power steering systems, including tie rods, drag links, and steering gearboxes.
Braking System:
Repair and adjustment of mechanical or hydraulic braking systems, including brake bands or discs.
Chassis And Frame:
Inspection, repair, and welding procedures for the tractor frame and chassis components.
Front Axle And Steering:
Service for front wheel bearings, spindles, kingpins, and axle assembly.
Rear Axle And Drive:
Maintenance and repair of the rear axle housing, differential, and drive shafts.
Fuel System:
Carburetor adjustment, fuel tank, fuel lines, and filter service.
Cooling System:
Radiator, fan, water pump, and coolant service procedures for liquid-cooled models.
Exhaust System:
Muffler, exhaust pipe maintenance and replacement.
Body And Sheet Metal:
Hood, fender, and control panel removal, installation, and repair.
Maintenance:
Regular servicing, lubrication points, filter replacement, belt adjustment, and fluid checks.
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon problems, symptom-based troubleshooting guides.
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component removal, disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly, and installation.
Rebuilds Overhauls:
Detailed guidance for complete engine, transmission, and hydraulic system overhauls.
Adjustments:
Calibration of carburetors, PTO clutch, brake bands, and linkage.
Torque Specifications:
Precise torque values for critical fasteners across all systems.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds.
Diagnostic Tools:
Often includes recommendations for specific tools or testing equipment required for accurate diagnosis.
Schematics:
Detailed electrical wiring diagrams and hydraulic schematics are a hallmark of factory service manuals.
Digital Format:
PDF (Portable Document Format) is standard for modern digital manual sales, allowing for searchability and easy navigation.
Quality:
High-resolution scans or original digital files ensuring clarity of text, diagrams, and images.
Binding:
N/A (for digital format). Original printed manuals would typically be spiral-bound or perfect-bound for durability.
Paper:
N/A (for digital format). Original manuals often used heavy-stock, glossy paper for diagrams and illustrations.
Engine Manufacturer:
Primarily Kohler, sometimes Onan for higher horsepower variants.
Engine Type:
Overhead Valve (OHV), L-head, Twin-cylinder, Air-cooled or Liquid-cooled gasoline engines.
Displacement:
Common displacements range from approximately 16 HP to 26 HP, depending on the specific 260 series model and engine option (e.g., Kohler Command series).
Horsepower Range:
16 - 26 HP
Carburetor:
Single or dual-barrel carburetor, specific model dependent.
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline
Oil Type:
SAE 30W or 10W-30 (check specific engine manual for exact recommendation). Example: Kohler oil specification is typically SAE 30W.
Oil Capacity:
Approximately 1.5 - 2.5 quarts (1.4 - 2.4 liters), depending on the engine model.
Transmission Type:
Hydrostatic drive (e.g., Tuff Torq) or manual gear-drive transmission with multiple forward and reverse gears.
Differential Lock:
May be available on some higher-spec models.
Drive System:
2WD (Two-Wheel Drive) with rear-wheel drive. Shaft drive from engine to transmission, belt drive to rear axle/implements.
Hydrostatic Fluid:
Specific hydrostatic fluid (e.g., Toro's recommended fluid, or equivalent such as a high-quality tractor hydraulic fluid like Hy-Gard or compatible synthetic). Check manual for exact spec.
Oil Change Engine:
Every 50 operating hours or annually, whichever comes first.
Air Filter Replace:
Every 100-200 operating hours or as needed based on operating conditions.
Fuel Filter Replace:
Annually or every 100 operating hours.
Spark Plug Replace:
Annually or every 100 operating hours.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 200-400 operating hours, depending on the transmission type and load. Always consult the specific manual for exact intervals.
Hydraulic Fluid Type:
Toro Hydraulic Fluid, or equivalent high-quality tractor hydraulic fluid meeting specifications like John Deere Hy-Gard or Caterpillar TO-4.
Grease Type:
Lithium-based multi-purpose grease, NLGI #2.
Drive Belt Wear:
Frequent wear or breakage of PTO and drive belts can occur with heavy use or improper tensioning.
Hydrostatic Transmission Failure:
Overheating, lack of maintenance, or contamination can lead to premature failure of hydrostatic units.
Electrical Connection Corrosion:
Due to outdoor exposure, electrical connections and grounds can corrode, leading to intermittent system failures.
Engine Carburetor Clogging:
Stale fuel or debris can cause carburetor clogging, leading to rough running or no-start conditions.
Steering Component Wear:
Wear in tie rods, ball joints, and kingpins can result in sloppy steering.
