Operators manual Models: ZMKW48171 / 968999297 ZMKW48192 / 968999328 ZMKW52212 / 968999329 ZMKH52232 / 968999330 ZMKH61251 / 968999498 Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine. MANUAL NO. 112686 REV.
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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .................................. 4 SYMBOLS & DECALS ......................... 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................... 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............ 19 Roll bar and seat belt .................. 19 General use and saftey rules ...... 7-8 Starting and operation ................. 19 Driving on slopes ........................ 9 Controls ...................................... 19-20 Children safety............................ 10 MAINTENANCE ....................................
INTRODUCTION Introduction Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Yazoo/Kees ride-on mower. This machine is built for the greatest efficiency and rapid mowing of large areas. Convenient controls and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering levers also contribute to the machine’s performance. This manual is a valuable document. Following the instructions (use, service, maintenance, etc.) can considerably increase the life-span of your machine and even increase its resale value.
INTRODUCTION Good Service Yazoo/Kees products are sold all over the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer, see the certificate in the Service Journal in this operator’s manual. When you need spare parts or support in service questions, warranty issues, etc.
SYMBOLS AND DECALS Symbols and Decals These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. WARNING! Xxxxxxxxxx xxx xxxxx xxxxxxxx. Xxxxxx xxxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxx xxxxx xxx x xxxxx. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury, particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual. IMPOR TANT INFORMA TION Xxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx xxx xxxx xxxxxx xx.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. WARNING! This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. It concerns your safety. General Use • Read all instructions in this operator’s manual and on the machine before starting it. Ensure that you understand them and then abide by them. • Learn how to use the machine and its controls safely and learn how to stop quickly. Also learn to recognize the safety decals.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Be careful when rounding fixed objects, so that the blades do not hit them. Never drive over foreign objects. • Only use the machine in daylight or in other well-lit conditions. Keep the machine a safe distance from holes or other irregularities in the ground. Pay attention to other possible risks. • Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have consumed alcohol, or if you are taking other drugs or medication that can affect your vision, judgement, or coordination.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Driving on Slopes Driving on slopes is one of the operations where the risk is greatest that the driver will lose control or the machine will tip over, which can result in serious injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot reverse up a slope or if feel unsure, do not mow the slope. Do as follows: • Remove obstacles such as stones, tree branches, etc. • • Mow up and down, not side-to-side. Never drive the rider on terrain that slopes more than 10°.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Children: • Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be on guard for children in the vicinity of the machine. Children are often attracted to the machine and mowing work. Never assume that children will stay put where you last saw them. • Keep children away from the mowing area and under close supervision by another adult. • Keep an eye out and shut off the machine if children enter the work area.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Allow the engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Do not fill fuel in the vicinity of sparks or open flames. • If leaks arise in the fuel system, the engine must not be started until the problem has been resolved. • Store the machine and fuel in such a way that there is no risk of leaking fuel or fuel vapor leading to damages.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, and odorless, poisonous, and lethal gas. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you run over or into anything. If necessary, make repairs before starting. • Never make adjustments with the engine running. • The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Roll Over Protection System WARNING! This structure’s capability may be imparired by structural damage if overturned, or alteration occurs. If any of these conditions take place, the total structure MUST be replaced. DO NOT use ROPS as a lifting, attaching or anchoring point. DO NOT exceed Max GVW: 2822; ROPS mass 34 lbs./16 kg. Read machine operator’s manual before each use. Securely fasten your seat belt if the unit has a ROPS.
PRESENTATION Presentation Lawnmowers and all power equipment, can be potentially dangerous if used improperly. Safety requires good judgement, careful use in accordance with these instructions and common sense. Thank you for buying YAZOO/KEES! Before operating your new mower, read, understand and follow the safety instructions and other directions in this manual.
SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! No settings or adjustments are to be made unless: Engine is stopped, key has been removed, park brake is on and battery cable removed from battery. 4. Torque all 1/2” hardware to 80 ft./lbs. (110 N•m). 5. Install and tighten knobs against the side post. Setup Uncrate machine.
SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS Control Arms Remove top bolt in control arm and loosen bottom bolt, rotate the control levers to the upright position. Align the levers so they are even in the neutral position. Reinstall hardware and tighten. FIG - 1 Control Arm Seat Install 1. Remove seat assembly from the crate. 2. Remove the four 5/16C nyloc nuts or 5/16C studed knobs from the bottom of the seat. Retain for use later. 3. Align the seat bottom with the holes in the seat frame.
SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS Mower Deck Leveling Position machine on a flat surface. Preferably level concrete. Check the tire pressure in all four tires. Inflation should be 15 psi. Place 2x4’s on edge under the cutting deck from front to rear and lower the deck down onto 2x4’s. Adjust the four upper chain bolts to the center slots in the deck lift arms. NOTE: Make sure the lift blocks under the frame are tightly bolted to the frame. Check the chains for equal tension. If unequal adjust upper chain bolt in slot.
SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS Park Brake Adjustment Start the engine. The park brake must be engaged and the motion control levers in the neutral slots to start the engine. Run the engine approximately half throttle 1. Stop engine and remove key, release park brake and check the gap between the rear tire and the brake arm. The gap should be 1/8” to 1/4”. Release park brake to allow the wheels to rotate. Begin with either side and put the motion control lever into the neutral position.
OPERATION Operating instructions By moving the levers an equal amount forward or back the machine will move in a straight line in that direction. FIG - 6. Roll Bar and Seat Belt Operate the unit with the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use seat belt. There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. If it is necessary to lower roll bar do not wear the seat belt. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.
OPERATION Fuel Shut Off Fuel shut off valve is located at the right rear of the seat. The valve has three positions a right tank, left tank and center is the off position. FIG - 8. Key Switch Key switch is located on the console. Used to start the machine. NOTE: Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine will not start, wait about 10 seconds before trying again. FIG - 7. Pump Release The pump release valves are located at the right front corner of the pumps.
MAINTENANCE Maintenance WARNING! No settings or adjustments are to be made unless: Engine is stopped, key has been removed, park brake is on and battery cable removed from battery. Annual inspection and maintenance from an authorized Yazoo/Kees dealer is recommended to keep your machine in the best condition mechanically and ensures safe operation. Engine oil Engine oil should be checked daily before starting the machine.
MAINTENANCE Hardware Check daily. Inspect the entire machine for loose or missing hardware. Air filter See engine manufacturers specifications for cleaning and replacement intervals. ONLY USE Tri-Synthetic Formula Hydraulic system Check oil level in tank daily. Oil level should be 3/ 4” to 1” below the top of the tank. Check all fittings, hoses and lines for damage or leaks. Replace or repair any questionable lines or fittings.
MAINTENANCE FIG - 12 Caster Wheels Pump belt Check every 200 hours. Lift front of unit off of Check belt every 100 hours for excessive wear. ground so caster wheels can rotate freely. Tighten To replace belt. Relieve tension on the deck belt caster bolt then back off 1/2 turn. Check that wheel and remove deck belt from clutch. See deck belt rotates freely. If wheel does not rotate freely back instructions on previous page.
MAINTENANCE Torque Specifications · Engine crankshaft bolt 67 Nm(50 ft/lb) · Deck pulley bolts 61 Nm (45 ft/lb) · Hydraulic tube nuts 41 Nm (30 ft/lb) · Wheel motor hub nut 122 Nm (90 ft/lb) · Lug nuts 100 Nm (75 ft/lb) · Blade bolt 122 Nm (90 ft/lb) · Standard ¼” fasteners 12 Nm (9 ft/lb) · Standard 5/16” fasteners 25 Nm (18 ft/lb) · Standard 3/8” fasteners 44 Nm (33 ft/lb) · Standard 7/16” fasteners 70 Nm (52 ft/lb) · Standard ½” fasteners 110 Nm (80 ft/lb) 24
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Maintance Interval (hours) Daily 25 50 100 200 250 500 X X X X Engine (4) Check oil level Change oil and filter (1) Clean the air filter’s (1) (3) Replace air filter’s (1) (3) Check for fuel and oil leakage Clean cooling flanges (1) (3) Check cooling air inlet Replace fuel filter (1) Replace plugs (1) X Check oil level Check for oil leaks Change hydraulic oil (2) Change oil filter (2) X X Check battery Check the safety system X X X X Hydraulics E
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES Blade switch on. Drive levers not in the neutral slots. Operator not in seat. Park brake disengaged. Dead battery. Fuel valve closed or in the wrong position. No fuel. Spark plugs defective. Spark plug wires off. ENGINE WILL NOT START. MACHINE WILL NOT MOVE OR MOVES SLOWLY OR HARD. Park brake on. Pump bypass valves open. Pump drive belt loose or off. Hydraulic system failure. Air in the hydraulic system. BLADES WILL NOT ENGAGE. Blade belt off.
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