Tire Pressure; Gas & Oil Fill-Up - MTD 769-11837A Operator's Manual

2. Remove the plastic cover (c), if present, from
the positive battery terminal (d) and attach
the red cable (e) to the positive battery
terminal (b) with one of the hex bolts (a) and
sems nuts (b), removed in step 1. Use a 7/16"
wrench and socket. See Figure 2-14.
3. Remove the plastic cover (c), if present, from
the negative battery terminal (f) and attach
the black cable (g) to the negative battery
terminal (f) with the remaining hex bolt (a) and
sems nut (b). See Figure 2-14.
4. Position the red rubber boot over the
positive battery terminal (d) to help protect
it from corrosion.
Note: If the battery is put into service after
the date shown on top/side of battery,
charge the battery as instructed in the
Product Care section prior to operating the
riding mower.
Notes

Tire Pressure

WARNING
Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. Never
exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the
sidewall of the tire.
The recommended operating tire pressure is:
• Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires
• Approximately 14 psi for the front tires
Important: Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire
manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi.
Do not overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could
cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly.
Gas & Oil Fill-up
The gasoline tank is located under the left side of
the seat on 30" deck models and on the engine on
24" deck models. Do not overfill.
WARNING
Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish
cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.
Important: Your riding mower is shipped with motor
oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil
level before operating. Be careful not to overfill.
Service and check the engine oil as instructed in
the Engine Operator's Manual packed with your
riding mower. Read the instructions carefully.
Important: It is important to NOT top off your fuel
tank when filling with fuel. Leave an expansion
area available inside the fuel tank to allow for
the fuel to expand and for proper ventilation.
Otherwise the unit may not run properly. Fill
the tank on 30" deck models in accordance with
Figure 2-15 for 24" deck models refer to the Engine
Operator's Manual.
Figure 2-15