Setup Instructions
The Toro Company – 1998
Printed in USA
All Rights Reserved
FORM NO. 3321–282
SET UP
INSTRUCTIONS
LAWN & GARDEN TRACTOR
260 Series
S/N 8900400 & Up
Loose Parts
Note: Use the chart below to identify parts for assembly.
DESCRIPTION QTY. USE
Bolt 1/4–20 x 3/4”
Wing Nut-plastic 1/4”
2
2
Attach battery cables.
Key 1 Use in ignition switch.
Operator’s Manual 1 Read manual before operating tractor.
Check Tire Pressure
Check front and rear tire pressure. See Operator’s
Manual for specification.
Pressure: 12 psi (.85 kPa) front and rear.
Activate the Battery
Bulk electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity must be
purchased from a local battery supply outlet.
1. Remove the battery from the tractor: refer to
Operator’s Manual, Removing the Battery.
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to damage the
long vent tube when removing the battery
box.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid
which is a deadly poison and it causes
severe burns.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• If you carelessly drink electrolyte you could
die or if it gets onto your skin you will be
burned.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Do not drink electrolyte and avoid contact
with skin, eyes or clothing. Wear safety
glasses to shield your eyes and rubber
gloves to protect your hands.
• Fill the battery where clean water is always
available for flushing the skin.
• Follow all instructions and comply with all
safety messages on the electrolyte container.