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Yazoo/Kees Yazooikees ZEKW42170, ZEKW52210 User Manual

Yazoo/Kees Yazooikees ZEKW42170, ZEKW52210
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Operators manual
Models:
968999295/ZEKW42170
968999296/ZEKW52210
MANUAL NO. 112770 REV. IR (11/17/05)

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Yazoo/Kees Yazooikees ZEKW42170, ZEKW52210 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandYazoo/Kees
ModelYazooikees ZEKW42170, ZEKW52210
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings

General Safety Warning (Injury/Death)

Warning about operating practices and operator's condition.

Engine Exhaust Warning

Warning about engine exhaust chemicals causing cancer and birth defects.

Battery Warning

Warning about lead and lead compounds in battery terminals.

Introduction

Congratulations and Overview

Welcome message and overview of the machine's features and benefits.

General Operating Guidelines

Explains directional terms, product changes, road transport, and towing.

Driving and Transport on Public Roads

Instructions on road transport regulations and safe anchoring.

Towing Precautions

Warning against towing the machine or trailers with the mower.

Intended Use and Operator Requirements

Specifies intended use, safety precautions, and operator qualifications.

Service and Identification

Good Service Practices

Emphasizes dealer support and the importance of the service journal.

Manufacturing Number Information

Details on locating and identifying the machine's and engine's manufacturing numbers.

Symbols and Decals

Warning and Information Symbols

Explains symbols indicating risks of injury, death, material damage, or misuse.

Control and Cautionary Symbols

Identifies symbols for controls, parking brake, CE marking, and rotating blades.

Battery Acid and Protective Gear Symbols

Explains symbols for battery acid hazards and required protective equipment.

Safety Symbols Explained

Operational Safety Icons

Illustrates symbols for reading manual, safe distance, slope use, and engine shutdown.

Hazard and Danger Symbols

Depicts symbols for thrown objects, severed limbs, and moving blade dangers.

General Safety Instructions

Safe Operation Practices

Covers reading instructions, avoiding moving parts, adult operation, clearing area, and backing up.

Operational Safety Precautions

Addresses daylight operation, no alcohol/drugs, traffic, loading, and eye protection.

Safety Instructions

Operator Age and Modifications

Advises older operators and warns against unauthorized modifications.

Machine Maintenance and Cooling

Stresses keeping machine clean and allowing it to cool before storage.

Personal Safety and Slope Operation

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Emphasizes wearing approved protective gear like glasses, gloves, and ear protection.

Slope Operation Safety Rules

Details risks of slopes and requires extra caution, limiting slope angle and avoiding stops.

Slope and Children Safety

Slope Operation Precautions

Advises against mowing on wet grass and on slopes exceeding 10 degrees.

Children Safety Protocols

Highlights risks of children near the mower and requires keeping them away.

Fuel Handling Safety

Safe Gasoline Handling Procedures

Provides detailed warnings and precautions for handling gasoline safely.

General Maintenance Safety

Safe Maintenance Practices

Covers safe operation in closed areas, bolt tightness, safety devices, and foreign objects.

Electrical and Battery Safety

Battery Servicing Hazards

Warns about battery acid and electrical sparking hazards during servicing.

Electrical Safety Precautions

Advises on avoiding electrical sparking, using goggles, and ensuring proper ventilation.

Maintenance and Transport Safety

Maintenance Precautions

Covers using approved parts, blade handling, parking brake checks, and mulch blade use.

Safe Machine Transport

Details precautions for loading, unloading, and securing the machine during transport.

Customer Responsibilities and Spark Arrestor

User Responsibilities

Outlines user duties regarding safety rules and maintenance schedules.

Spark Arrester Requirement

Warns about using the mower in grassy or wooded areas without a spark arrester.

Controls Overview

Control Locations Diagram

Identifies the location of various controls on the machine with page references.

Machine Controls

Parking Brake Operation

Explains how to activate and release the parking brake.

Motion Control Levers

Describes how to operate the levers for forward, backward, and turning movements.

Control Details

Tracking Adjustment and Fuel Shut Off

Advises checking tire pressure for tracking and explains the fuel shut off valve.

Seat Adjustment

Details how to adjust the seat lengthways.

Refueling Procedures

Safe Refueling Instructions

Provides instructions and warnings for refueling the machine safely.

Control Mechanisms

Bypass Linkage and Fuses

Explains bypass linkage operation and lists fuse functions.

Operator Controls

Hour Meter, Choke, and Ignition

Explains the function of the hour meter, choke control, and ignition switch.

Driving Controls

Throttle and Blade Engagement

Explains how to regulate engine speed and engage/disengage mower blades.

Cutting Height and Accessories

Cutting Height Adjustment

Details how to adjust the mower deck cutting height.

Available Accessories

Mentions the availability of a BioClip attachment for mulching.

Operation Basics

Training and Basic Movement

Advises new users on handling zero-turn mowers and practicing basic movements.

Forward and Backward Motion

Explains how motion control levers affect speed and direction.

Starting the Engine

Pre-Start Checks

Lists checks and conditions required before starting the engine.

Engine Start Procedure

Provides a step-by-step guide for starting the engine.

Engine Start Steps

Initial Start Sequences

Details disengaging blades, setting steering controls to neutral, and setting throttle.

Engine Starting Sequence

Choke, Fuel Valve, and Ignition Start

Covers using the choke, opening fuel valve, and turning the ignition key to start.

Post-Start Engine Operation

Releasing Key and Adjusting Controls

Explains releasing the key, adjusting the choke, and setting engine speed.

Weak Battery Start Procedure

Jumper Cable Usage

Provides instructions for jump-starting the engine using jumper cables.

Mowing Operation

Running the Mower

Guides on releasing the parking brake, setting controls, and engaging the deck.

Hill Operation Safety

Operating on Slopes

Refers to safety instructions for slope operation and gives specific advice for hills.

Mowing Tips and Best Practices

Mowing Techniques

Offers advice on mowing patterns, cutting height, speed, and deck cleaning.

Stopping the Engine

Engine Shutdown Procedure

Provides a step-by-step procedure for safely stopping the engine.

Manual Mover Operation

Moving by Hand Safely

Explains how to engage bypass linkages for manual movement and safety precautions.

Maintenance Schedule Overview

Maintenance Task List

Lists required maintenance tasks and their intervals (daily, weekly, hours, annually).

Maintenance Task Intervals

Continued Maintenance Schedule

Continues the list of maintenance tasks and their intervals.

Battery Maintenance

Battery Cleaning and Replacement

Instructions for cleaning and replacing the maintenance-free battery.

Ignition System Maintenance

Spark Plug Servicing

Details maintenance for the ignition system, primarily spark plug checks and replacement.

Safety System Checks

Verifying Safety System Functionality

Explains how to verify the functionality of the machine's safety system.

Engine Component Checks

Cooling Intake and Throttle Cable

Advises cleaning cooling intake and adjusting throttle cable for performance.

Choke Cable Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the choke cable for proper engine starting.

Air Filter Replacement

Kawasaki Engine Air Filter Service

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the air filter and pre-filter.

Fuel and Tire Maintenance

Fuel Filter Replacement

Details the procedure for replacing the fuel filter.

Fuel Pump Air Filter and Tire Pressure

Instructions on checking fuel pump filter and correct tire pressure.

Brake and Belt Checks

Parking Brake and V-Belt Inspection

How to check parking brake and inspect V-belts for wear.

Deck Belt Removal

Instructions for removing the deck belt.

Deck Belt Installation

Replacing the Deck Belt

Step-by-step guide for installing the deck belt, including routing.

IZT Belt Replacement

Integrated Zeroturn Transaxle Belt Service

Instructions for replacing the IZT (Integrated Zeroturn Transaxle) belt.

Blade Inspection and Service

Checking Mower Blades

Advice on checking blades for sharpness, damage, and mounts.

Blade Replacement Procedure

Installing New Mower Blades

Procedures for removing, installing, and torquing mower blades.

Mower Deck Adjustment

Leveling and Height Adjustment

Steps for adjusting and leveling the mower deck for optimal cutting.

Anti-Scalp Roller Adjustment

Adjusting Deck Anti-Scalp Rollers

Instructions for adjusting anti-scalp rollers for proper deck positioning.

Cleaning and Wheel Maintenance

Cleaning and Washing the Mower

Guidance on cleaning and washing the mower deck and components.

Caster Wheel Service

Instructions for checking and servicing caster wheels.

Hardware Check

Reminder to check for loose or missing hardware.

Brake Adjustment and Tracking

Parking Brake Adjustment Details

Detailed steps for adjusting the parking brake mechanism.

Tracking Adjustment Steps

Guidance on adjusting tire pressure to correct tracking issues.

Lubrication Schedule

Lubrication Points and Intervals

A chart detailing lubrication points and intervals.

Cable and Component Lubrication

Lubricating Control Cables

Instructions for lubricating control cables to ensure smooth operation.

Scheduled Lubrication Points

Specific lubrication points for front wheel mount, bearings, and deck spindle.

Engine and Transmission Oil

Deck Spindle Lubrication

Instructions for lubricating the deck outer spindle.

Engine Oil Change Procedure

Procedure for changing the engine oil and filter.

Engine Oil Level Check

Checking and Maintaining Oil Level

How to check and maintain the correct engine oil level.

Oil Filter and Transaxle Fluid

Engine Oil Filter Replacement

Detailed steps for replacing the engine oil filter.

Transaxle Fluid Change Process

Procedure for changing the transaxle oil and filter.

Transaxle Fluid Change (Cont.)

Transaxle Fluid Fill and Filter

Continues the procedure for changing transaxle fluid, including filter replacement.

Hydrostatic System Purging

Purging Air from Hydrostatic System

Steps for purging air from the hydrostatic system to ensure proper function.

Troubleshooting Engine Issues

Engine Start Problems

Lists common causes for the engine failing to start.

Starter Motor Issues

Lists causes for the starter motor not engaging the engine.

Rough Engine Operation

Lists potential causes for rough engine operation.

Troubleshooting Performance Issues

Engine Weakness and Overheating

Lists reasons for reduced engine power and engine overheating.

Charging, Movement, and Deck Issues

Troubleshoots battery charging, machine movement, and deck engagement problems.

Troubleshooting Mowing and Vibration

Uneven Mowing Results

Lists factors causing uneven mowing.

Machine Vibration Causes

Lists reasons for excessive machine vibration.

Storage Preparation

Winter Storage Procedures

Detailed instructions for preparing the machine for long-term storage.

Wiring Diagrams

Electrical System Schematic

Provides a schematic of the mower's electrical system.

Technical Specifications

Engine and Transmission Data

Lists specifications for the engine, fuel, and transmission.

Equipment and Dimensions

Equipment Features and Overall Dimensions

Lists equipment specifications, dimensions, and productivity.

Technical Data and Torque

Accessories and Torque Specifications

Mentions accessories and lists torque values for various fasteners.

Conformity Certificates

USA Regulatory Compliance

Information on compliance labels and state-specific requirements.

Service Journal - Initial Service

Delivery Service Checklist

Checklist for initial delivery service performed on the machine.

Service Journal - First Service

First 5-8 Hour Service

Specifies the first service interval, including an engine oil change.

Service Journal - 25-Hour Service

25-Hour Maintenance Tasks

Lists maintenance tasks for the 25-hour service interval.

Service Journal - 50-Hour Service

50-Hour Maintenance Tasks

Lists maintenance tasks for the 50-hour service interval.

Service Journal - 100-Hour Service

100-Hour Maintenance Tasks

Lists maintenance tasks for the 100-hour service interval.

Service Journal - 300-Hour Service

300-Hour Maintenance Tasks

Lists maintenance tasks for the 300-hour service interval.

Service Journal - Annual Service

Annual Maintenance Tasks

Lists maintenance tasks to be performed annually.

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