MTD 760-770 Manual Do Utilizador

Note: See the Attachments & Accessories section if you would 
like information regarding adding a mulching system for your 
model of tractor.

Maximum tire pressure under any 

circumstances is 30 psi. 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

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.

The gasoline tank is located under the hood. Do not overfill. 

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 tractor 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 separate 
Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your tractor. 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 
in accordance with Figure 3-7.

Move the tractor on a firm and level surface, preferably 
pavement, and proceed as follows
1. 

Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the 
deck lift lever in the normally desired mowing height setting 
(any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender).

2. 

Check gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the 
surface below. The deck gauge wheels should have between ¼ 
and ½-inch clearance above the ground as follows:

If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance or contact with the 
surface, adjust as follows:

a.  Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting.
b.  Remove the gauge wheels by removing the lock nuts 

and shoulder screws which secure them to the deck. 

c.  Place the deck lift lever in the desired mowing 

height setting.

d.  Reinsert the shoulder screw (with each gauge 

wheel) into the index hole that leaves approximately 
½-inch between the bottom of the wheel and 
the pavement. Secure with the flange lock nut 
previously removed. See Fig. 3-8.

Refer to Leveling the Deck in the Maintenance section of this 
manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck 
adjustments.