Yazoo/Kees ZMKW52212 Congratulations, General, Driving and Transport on Public Roads, Towing

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations

Thank you for purchasing a Yazoo/Kees ride-on mower. This machine is built for superior efficiency to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel easily accessible to the operator and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering controls both contribute to the machine’s performance.

This manual is a valuable document. Read the contents carefully before using or servicing the machine. The following of instructions (use, service, maintenance) by all who operate this machine is important for the safety of the operator and others. It can also considerably increase the life span of the machine and increase its resale value.

If you sell your machine, be sure to give the operator’s manual to the new owner.

Ensure that service and repair work are documented. A well-kept service journal reduces service costs for the maintenance and affects the machine’s resale value. Please contact your dealer for more information.

General

In this operator’s manual, left and right, backward and forward are used in relation to the machine’s normal driving direction.

Continuous dedication to improve our products require that specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

Driving and Transport on Public Roads

Check applicable road traffic regulations before transporting on public roads. If the machine is transported, you must always use approved fastening equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored. DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways.

Towing

Do not tow this machine, it may cause damage to the drive system.

Do not tow any trailers, etc. with this mower. They may jackknife or overturn causing damage to the mower and possible serious injury to the operator.

Operating

This machine is constructed only for mowing grass on lawns and even ground without obstacles such as stones or tree stumps. The machine can also be used for other tasks when equipped with special accessories provided by the manufacturer. Operating instructions for the accessories are provided with delivery. All other types of uses are incorrect. The manufacturer’s directions concerning operation, maintenance, and repairs must be carefully followed.

Lawn mowers 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.

The machine must only be operated, maintained, and repaired by persons familiar with the machine’s special characteristics and who are also knowledgeable about the safety instructions. Use only approved repair parts to maintain this machine.

Accident prevention regulations, other general safety regulations, occupational safety rules, and traffic regulations must be followed without fail.

Unauthorized modifications to the design of the machine may absolve the manufacturer from liability for any resulting personal injury or property damage.

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Contents Operator Manual Page Contents Page General CongratulationsDriving and Transport on Public Roads TowingManufacturing Number Good ServiceImportant Information Symbols and decalsRemove key before General Operation SafetyNever take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentBe extra cautious when driving on slopes Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Never make adjustments with the engine Transport Customer responsibilities Roll over Protection system RopsRops Assembly Components Setup and adjustmentsSetup Tires Seat InstallControl Arms Engine OilThrottle Lever Tension Cutting HeightMower Deck Leveling Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating tires Motion Control Linkage AdjustmentPark Brake Adjustment Controls Motion Control Levers Bypass Linkages TrackingFuel Shut Off Valve RefuelingChoke Control Ignition SwitchHour Meter Parking Brake Blade SwitchThrottle Control Always use the high position to transport Mower Deck Cut Height Lift LeverSteering OperationTraining Starting the Engine Before StartingEnsure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch To remove cables, reverse order Weak batteryTo attach jumper cables Running Operating on hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Moving Manually Safety System MaintenanceHardware Air filterHydraulic system Blade replacementMower blades Checking the BladesChecking the Parking Brake Cutter HousingsChecking the Deck belt Checking the pump beltReplacing the Fuel Filter LubricationTire pressure Cutting height adjustments Adjusting the Mower DeckLeveling Anti-scalp rollersCaster Wheels Cleaning and WashingHydraulic System-Changing Oil and Filters Hydraulic System, Oil LevelDriver’s Seat Throttle and Choke Cables, Lever Bearings Lubricating the CablesShaft Bushings and Linkage Front Wheel MountSteering Control Shafts Mower Deck Height AdjusterDeck belt pulleys Mower Deck Struts Problem Cause Trouble shootingEnglish-49 Winter Storage StorageConformity Certificates CONForMITY CertificatesUSA requirements CE requirementsTransmission TECHNICAL DataZMKW52212 ZMKH52252 Engine Productivity Overall DimensionsZMKW52212 ZMKH52252 5W30 API SF-SJ SAE 30, SAE 40 API SF-SJ ZMKH61252 ZMKW48172 EngineZMKH61252 ZMKW48172 ZMKW48192 Engine ZMKW48192 Torque Specifications AccessoriesAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Delivery ServiceAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service English-62 English-63 English-64 At Least Once Each Year English-66 Page 539 131257 R02 03/18/08