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.

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

Notes