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Operators manual
Models:
ZMBI42180
ZMBI48180
ZMKW48170
ZMKW48190
Please read these instructions carefully and make
ZMKW48210
sure you understand them before using the machine.
ZMKW52230
ZMKH52230
ZMKW61230
For Serial No. 033600000 & Higher
MANUAL NO. 108999 REV. IR (09/01/03)
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©2003 Yazoo/Kees Power Equipment. All right reserved. Beatrice, NE. Printed U.S.A. 2
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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .................................. 4 Air filter........................................ 21 SYMBOLS & DECALS ......................... 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................... 7 Hydraulic system ........................ 21 Deck belt .................................... 21 General use and saftey rules ...... 7-8 Driving on slopes ........................ 9 Pump belt ................................... 21 Children safety............................ 10 Lubrication ............
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INTRODUCTION Introduction Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Yazoo/Kees ride-on mower. This machine is built for the greatest effi- ciency and rapid mowing of large areas. Convenient controls and a hydrostatic transmission regu- lated 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. If
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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., please consult the follow
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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! Xxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx x Xxxxx xxxxxx xx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxxx xxx xx. 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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx xxx xxxx xxxxxx xx. Used in this publication to n
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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 con- trols safely and learn how to stop quickly. Also learn to recognize the safety decals. •
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Be careful when rounding fixed objects, so that the blades do not hit them. Never drive over WARNING! foreign objects. Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemi- • Only use the machine in daylight or in other cals considered to cause cancer, well-lit conditions. Keep the machine a safe birth defects, or other reproductive distance from holes or other irregularities in system damage. The engine ex- the ground. Pay attention to other possible haust c
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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°. 6003-0
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Children: • Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be on guard for children in the vicinity of the ma- chine. Children are often attracted to the ma- chine 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. • Before and during a reversing maneuver, look backward and downward for
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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. WARNING! The engine, the exhaust system, • Store the machine and fuel in such a way that and the hydraulic system’s compo- there is no risk of leaking fuel or fuel vapor nents become very warm during leading to damages. operation. • Check the fuel level bef
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, and odorless, poi- sonous, 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 run- ning. • The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recom- mended by the manufacturer. 8011-515 • The blades are sharp and can
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PRESENTATION Presentation Lawnmowers and all power equipment, can be potentially dangerous if used improperly. Thank you for buying YAZOO/KEES! Before Safety requires good judgement, careful use in operating your new mower, read, understand accordance with these instructions and com- and follow the safety instructions and other mon sense. directions in this manual. Motion Control Levers Fuel Cap Blade Engagement Switch Park Brake Lever Key Switch Deck Lift Lever Throttle Hour Meter 13
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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. Setup Uncrate machine. Control Motion Arm Control Mount rear drive wheels using the lug nuts Lever installed on the hubs. Check the tire pressure in all four tires. All tires should be 15 psi. FIG - 1 Remove top bolt in control arm and loosen bottom bolt, rotate the control levers to the upright position. Align the leve
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SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS Mower Deck Leveling Rotate the motion control lever out into the Position machine on a flat surface. Preferably neutral slot. While the lever is swung out into level concrete. the neutral slot pull it against the the back edge of the neutral slot. Holding the lever adjust the Check the tire pressure in all four tires. Inflation spring by sliding the bolt in the slot to remove should be 15 psi. all the slop and retighten the bolt. Place 2x4’s on edge under the cutting deck f
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SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS Park Brake Adjustment For Models: ZBMI42180, ZBMI48180 2. If adjustment is needed, loosen the lock nut next to the yoke. Remove the pin from the front yoke so you can rotate the yoke on the adjust- 1. Stop engine and remove key. Release park ment link until the proper gap is achieved. brake and measure the length of the spring. The distance between the washer on each end of 3. Make sure the brake arm on both sides does the spring should be 2-7/8". FIG - 5 not touch the ti
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OPERATION Operating instructions Begin with either side and put the motion control Starting and operation lever into the neutral position. Adjust the motion Operator must be sitting in the seat. Engage the control linkage by rotating the double nuts in the park brake, blades disengaged and the motion proper direction until the wheel stops rotating. control levers in the neutral slots. FIG - 7 Move the motion control lever forward then into the neutral position and place it into the Set choke (i
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OPERATION By moving the levers an equal amount forward for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine or back the machine will move in a straight line will not start, wait about 10 seconds before in that direction. FIG - 9. trying again. FIG - 10. Movement of either lever forward will cause the right or left wheel to rotate in a forward direction. To stop movement pull both levers into the neutral position. To turn right while moving in a forward direction pull the right lever back towards the
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MAINTENANCE 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 - 11. Fuel Valve The pump release valves are located at the right front corner of the pumps. Used to release the system so the machine may be moved by hand when not running. Tilt seat forward to gain access to the pumps. Use a 5/8” wrench to open valve. NOTE: Only rotate valve 1/4 turn to release system. FIG - 11 Maintenance WARNING:
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MAINTENANCE Hardware Check daily. Inspect the entire machine for loose or missing hardware. Air filter See engine manufacturers specifications for cleaning and replacement intervals. 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. ONLY USE Change the oil and filter after the first 250 hours of operation then annually after that.
