Yazoo/Kees ZEKH52240 - Manual

English- 5 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. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury or death , particularly if the reader does not follow...

English-7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. G...

English-9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal Safety Equipment • Make sure that you have first aid equipment close at hand when using the machine. • Never use the machine when barefoot. Always wear protective shoes or boots, preferably with steel toecaps. • Always wear approved protective glasses or a full...

English- 10 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine. Do not use on steep slopes. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches,...

English- 11 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. • Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. • Use onl...

English-12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Check the fuel level before each use and leave space for the fuel to expand, because the heat from the engine and the sun may otherwise cause the fuel to expand and overflow. General Maintenance • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tigh...

English- 13 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Acid in the eyes can cause blindness, contact a doctor immediately. • Be careful when servicing the battery. Explosive gases form in the battery. Never perform maintenance on the battery when smoking or near open flames or sparks. The battery can explode and cause s...

English-14 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. Only use approved repair parts ...

English- 15 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Load into truck or trailer by driving up ramps in low gear. Do not lift! This machine is not intended to be lifted by hand. Customer responsibilities • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your mower. • ...

English- 16 CONTROLS Controls This operator’s manual describes the Yazoo/Kees Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a Kohler engine. Transmission from the engine is made via two belt-driven hydraulic transaxles, one for each drive wheel. Using the left and right steering controls, the flow is re...

English- 17 CONTROLS 1. Motion Control Levers The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. Furthermore, there is a neutral position, which is locked if the steering contro...

English- 18 CONTROLS 2. Parking Brake The parking brake is found on the left of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and forward to release it. Tracking If the mower is not tracking straight, check the air pressure in both rear tires. Recommended air pressure is 15 psi. (1 bar)...

English- 20 CONTROLS 6. By pass linkage When pushing or pulling the mower, be sure to engage the IZT (Integraded Zeroturn Transaxle) bypass linkages. The IZT bypass linkages are located on the rear of the frame, below the rear engine guard. • Raise the deck into the highest cutting position. • Pull ...

English- 22 CONTROLS 11. Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming the blade switch is pulled out, see Engaging the Mower Deck. In order to increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved forward or backward ...

English- 24 OPERATION Operation Read “Safety Instructions” section, the “Controls” section and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine. Conduct daily maintenance before starting. Training Zero turn mowers are far more maneuverable than typical riding mowers due to their unique steeri...

English- 25 OPERATION Before Starting • Read the sections "Safety Instructions" and "Controls" before starting the machine. • Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see "Maintenance Schedule" in the "Maintenance" section). • Check that there is sufficient fuel...

English- 26 OPERATION 4. Disengage the mower blades by depressing the blade switch. 5. Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. 6. Move the throttle to the middle position. 8011-668 Depress the control for disengaging the mower deck 8011-724 Steering controls in the...

English- 27 OPERATION 7. If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pulled out to its extents. 8. Open the fuel shut off valve. 9. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position. 8011-756 Set the choke control C215 Open the fuel shut off valve 8011-742 Turn to the start position

English- 28 OPERATION 10. When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key back to the run position. 11. Press the choke control in gradually when the engine has started. 12. Set the desired engine speed with the throttle.Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed, “half throttle”, for ...

English- 29 OPERATION To start an engine with a weak battery If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See “Battery” in “Maintenance” section). If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: To attach jumper cables • Connect each end of the...

English- 30 OPERATION Running 1. Release the parking brake by moving the lever forward. Your mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. 2. Move the ste...

English- 31 OPERATION In order, for example, to turn right while moving forward, move the right control towards the neutral position. The rotation of the right wheel is reduced and the machine turns to the right. Turning on the spot can be achieved by moving one control backward (behind the neutral ...

English- 32 OPERATION Mowing Tips • Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to avoid collisions. • Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it until the desired mowing result is attained. The average lawn should be cut to 2½" (64 mm) during the cool season and over 3" (76 mm) durin...

English- 33 OPERATION Stopping the Engine Allow the engine to idle a minute in order to attain normal operating temperature before stopping it, if it has been worked hard. Avoid idling the engine for longer periods, as there is a risk of the spark plugs fouling. 1. Disengage the mower deck by depres...

English- 34 OPERATION Moving by Hand When pushing or pulling the mower, be sure to engage the IZT (Integrated Zeroturn Transaxle) bypass linkages. The IZT bypass linkages are located on the rear of the frame, below the rear engine guard. • Raise the deck into the highest cutting position. • Release ...

English- 35 MAINTENANCE Maintenance Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be performed on the machine. For those points not described in this manual, visit an authorized service workshop. An annual service carried out by an authorized service workshop is re...

English- 37 MAINTENANCE Battery Your mower is equipped with a maintenance free battery and does not need servicing. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive type battery charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Recharge at 6-...

English- 38 MAINTENANCE 9. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and hex nut. 10. Tighten securely. 11. Close terminal access doors. 12. Lower seat. Ignition System The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plugs requir...

English- 39 MAINTENANCE Checking the Safety System The machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions. The engine can only be started when: 1. The mower deck is disengaged. 2. The steering controls are in the outer, locked neutral position. ...

English- 40 MAINTENANCE Checking the Engine's Cooling Air Intake Check that the engine’s cooling air intake is free from leaves, grass, and dirt. If the cooling air intake is clogged, engine cooling deteriorates, which can lead to engine damage. Checking and Adjusting the Throttle Cable Check that t...

English- 41 MAINTENANCE Replacing the Air Filter Standard air filter The air cleaner system uses a replaceable, high density paper air cleaner element surrounded by an oiled foam prefilter. Service 1. Open the door on the blower housing to access the air cleaner element and prefilter. 2. Unhook the ...

English- 42 MAINTENANCE Replacing the Fuel Filter Replace the line-mounted fuel filter every 100 hours (once per season) or more regularly if it is clogged. Replace the filter as follows: 1. Move the hose clamps away from the filter. Use flat-nosed pliers. 2. Pull the filter loose from the hose ends...

English- 43 MAINTENANCE Checking the Parking Brake Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, links, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a stand-still test and check that there is sufficent braking action. To adjust the parking brake, contact the Yazoo/Kees service workshop. ...

English- 44 MAINTENANCE Deck belt installation NOTE: For ease in installing the deck belt, refer to the routing decal on the front edge of the deck. • Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch that is located on the engine shaft. • Push the rest of the belt through the IZT(Integraded Zeroturn Tr...

English- 45 MAINTENANCE IZT belt To replace IZT (Integraded Zeroturn Transaxle) belt Park the mower on a level surface. Engage the park brake. IZT belt removal NOTE: Be careful not to damage the fan blades on the IZT as this can affect cooling or damage the IZT • Remove the deck belt (see to replace...

English- 46 MAINTENANCE Belt installation • Wrap the IZT belt around the IZT pulleys. • Route the belt around the inside of the idler pulley. • Now you can wrap the belt around the engine pulley. • Reattach the spring on the pump idler arm if previously disconnected. • Reinstall the deck belt onto t...

English- 47 MAINTENANCE Blade replacement : • Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise. • Install new or re-sharpened blade with stamped "GRASS SIDE" facing towards ground/grass (down) or “THIS SIDE UP” facing deck and cutter housing. • Install and tighten blade bolt securely. Torque bl...

English- 48 MAINTENANCE Adjusting the Mower Deck Check the tire pressure before adjustment of the mower deck, refer to ”Checking Tire Pressure” in this section of the manual. Faulty mower deck adjustment will cause uneven mowing result. Leveling 1. Position the mower on a level, preferably concrete,...

English- 49 MAINTENANCE To adjust anti-scalp rollers Anti-scalp rollers are properly adjusted when they are just slightly off of the ground when the deck is at the desired cutting height in the operating position. Anti-scalp rollers then keep the deck in the proper position to help prevent scalping ...

English- 50 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Washing Regular cleaning and washing, especially under the mower deck, will increase the machine’s lifespan. Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after each use (after it is cooled), before the dirt sticks. Avoid using a high pressure washer or steam cle...

English- 51 MAINTENANCE Parking brake To adjust parking brake Jack up unit and support properly with jack stands. Allow clearance to work at rear transaxles. Before making any adjustments: Set park brake. Measure the distance between the rod swivel pin and the brake arm washer. With the brake engage...

English- 52 LUBRICATION Lubrication Lubrication Schedule General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication. When lubricating with an oil can, it must be filled with engine oil. When lubricating with grease, unless otherwise stated, use a high grade molybdenum disu...

English- 53 LUBRICATION Lubricating the Cables If possible, grease both ends of the cables and move the controls to end stop positions when lubricating. Refit the rubber covers on the cables after lubrication. Cables with sheaths will bind if they are not lubricated regularly. If a cable binds, it c...

English- 55 LUBRICATION Checking the Oil Level Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is standing level and the engine is stopped. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and then replace it. The dipstick should be screwed into place. Take the dipstick out again and read the oil level. The o...

English- 56 LUBRICATION 6. Changing the Engine Oil Filter 1. Drain the engine oil in accordance with the work description under the heading Engine Oil/Change Engine Oil. 2. Remove the oil filter. If necessary, use a filter remover. 3. Wipe new, clean engine oil onto the seal for the new filter. 4. M...

English- 57 LUBRICATION 7. Drain old oil filters of all free flowing oil prior to disposal. Place used oil in appropriate containers and dispose of it in accordance with laws in your area. 8. Remove the top port plug (see illustration) from the left side and right side of the transaxles prior to fil...

English- 58 LUBRICATION Purging Procedures Due to the effects air has on efficiency in hydrostatic drive applications, it is critical that it is purged from the system. These purge procedures should be implemented any time a hydrostatic system has been opened to facilitate maintenance or any additio...

English- 59 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Shooting Guide Problem Cause The engine will not start. • The blade switch is engaged. • The steering controls are not locked in the neutral position. • The driver is not sitting in the driver’s seat. • The parking brake is not activated. • The battery is d...

English- 62 STORAGE Storage Winter Storage At the end of the mowing season, the machine should be readied for storage (or if it will not be in use for longer than 30 days). Fuel allowed to stand for long periods of time (30 days or more) can leave sticky residues that can plug the carburetor and dis...

English -64 TECHNICAL DATA Technical Data ZEKH42200/968999694 ZEKH48240/968999698 Engine Manufacturer Kohler Kohler Type Courage Twin Courage Power 20 hp 24 HP Lubrication Pressure with oil filter Pressure with oil filter Oil capacity excl filter 1.6 qt 1.6 qt Oil capacity incl filter 1.8 qt 1.8 qt ...

English- 65 TECHNICAL DATA Equipment Cutting width 42” 48” Cutting height 1.5”- 4.5” 1.5”- 4.5” Uncut circle 0 0 Number of blades 3 3 Blade length 14 5/8” 16¼” Nose rollers Yes Yes Michigan Seat Standard Standard Hinged armrests Yes Yes Hour meter Standard Standard Blade engagement Electric Clutch E...

English -68 TECHNICAL DATA Accessories BioClip attachment (Mulch kit) Collection system Torque Specifications ·Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) ·Deck pulley bolts 45 ft/lb (61 Nm) ·Lug nuts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) ·Blade bolt 45-55 ft/lb (60-75 Nm) ·Standard ¼” fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 Nm) ·Standard 5...

English- 69 CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES Conformity Certificates USA requirements Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states, (California emission rules etc....

English- 70 SERVICE JOURNAL Service Journal Action Delivery Service 1. Charge the battery. 2. Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar). 3. Mount the steering controls in the normal position. 4. Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’ssafety switch. 5. Check that the right ...

English- 71 SERVICE JOURNAL After the First 5-8 Hours 1. Change engine oil.

English- 73 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 50-Hour Service 1. Perform the 25-hour service. 2. Clean/replace the air cleaner’s filter cartridge (paper filter) (shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions). 3. Change engine oil. 4. Lubricate according to lubrication chart. ...

English- 74 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 100-Hour Service 1. Perform the 25-hour service. 2. Perform the 50-hour service. 3. Change the engine oil filter. 4. Clean/replace the spark plugs. 5. Replace the fuel filter. 6. Clean the cooling fins on the engine and transmission. ...

English- 75 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 300-Hour Service 1. Inspect the machine. Come to agreement with the customer as to which additional work is to be carried out. 2. Perform the 25-hour service. 3. Perform the 50-hour service. 4. Perform the 100-hour service. 5. Check/a...