Yazoo/Kees ZMKW 6124 - Manual

symbOls aND DeCals 7 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 should neglect to follow instructions given ...

saFeTy 9 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. General Operation Read...

saFeTy 10 8011-520 Never take passengers Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing • roadways.Use extra care when loading or unloading the • machine into a trailer or truck.Always wear eye protection when operating • machine.Data indicates that operators age 60 years and • above are involved...

saFeTy 11 Personal Safety Equipment 8011-670a Personal protective equipment 6003-004 Mow up and down, not side to side 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 st...

saFeTy 12 8011-517 Never allow children to operate the machine 8011-518 Keep children away from work area Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will...

saFeTy 13 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 only approved gasoline container. • Neve...

saFeTy 14 8011-515 Never drive the machine in an enclosed space General Maintenance Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the • equipment is in safe working condition.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their • proper operation regularly.Keep machine ...

saFeTy 16 IMPORTANT INFORMATIONThe parking brake is not sufficient to lock the machine in place during transport. Ensure that the machine is well fastened to the transport vehicle. Always reverse the machine onto the transport vehicle to avoid tipping it over. WARNING!Escaping hydraulic oil under pr...

CONTROls 17 This operator’s manual describes the Yazoo/Kees Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a Kawasaki four-stroke overhead valve engine developing 22-24 horse power*. Transmission from the engine is made via belt-driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering controls, the flow...

CONTROls 18 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 controls are moved...

CONTROls 19 Tracking If the mower is not tracking straight, check the air pressure in both rear tires. Recommended air pressure for the rear tires is 15 psi (1 bar). Tracking adjustment is made using the tracking 1. bolt. The tracking bolt acts as limiting device for the motion control levers when i...

CONTROls 20 Blade Switch To engage the mower deck, pull the blade switch knob out. The mower blades are disengaged when the knob is pressed down fully. Ignition Switch The ignition key is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. Turn the key clockwise to start the engine...

CONTROls 21 8066-010 Ignition switch - RUN position Release the key to the RUN position when the engine has started. For using “accessory”, turn the key counter clockwise. Fuses Fuses are located on the left hand side of the machine. They are accessed by tilting the seat forward. Fuses are flat pin ...

1 2 CONTROls 22 Cutting Height Adjuster The desired cutting height is set with the height pin.The cutting height pedal releases the deck lift to place the deck at the selected height. For transport, push the lift pedal fully forward until the deck lift latches in the transport (highest) position. 80...

CONTROls 23 IMPORTANT INFORMATIONExperience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, ...

OPeRaTION 24 Read the Safety Instructions section and the following pages if you are unfamiliar with the machine. Training Zero turn mowers are far more maneuverable than typical riding mowers due to their unique steering capabilities.We suggest that this section be reviewed in its entirety prior to...

OPeRaTION 25 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 in the fuel tank. • Adjust the seat to the desired p...

OPeRaTION 26 Disengage the mower blades by depressing the 4. blade switch. Move the steering controls outward to the 5. locked (outer) neutral position. 8066-009 Press the control for disengaging the mower deck 8066-031 Place controls in neutral position Move the throttle to the middle position. 6. ...

OPeRaTION 27 Press in and turn the ignition key to the start 8. position. open the fuel tank valve. 7. 8065-013 Fuel valve in the OPEN position 8066-007 Turn to the START position IMPORTANT INFORMATIONDo not run the starter for more than 5 seconds each time. If the engine does not start, wait about ...

OPeRaTION 28 Weak Battery If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: Jumper Cables Connect each end of the RED cable to the • PoSITIVE (+) terminal on each battery, taking care not to short against chassis.Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the • NEGATIVE (-) termi...

OPeRaTION 29 Running Release the parking brake by moving the lever 1. downward. NoTE: The 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.Move the steering c...

OPeRaTION 30 Operating on Hills Read the Safety Instructions Driving on Slopes in the Safety Instructions . The slowest speed possible should be used • before starting up or down hills.Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, pull drive • levers into the neut...

OPeRaTION 31 Stopping the Engine Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise symbol). If the engine has been worked hard, allow it to idle at least 60 seconds to attain a normal operating temperature before stopping. To prevent fouling the spark plugs, avoid idling the engine for longer peri...

OPeRaTION 32 8011-603b Mowing pattern 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"...

1 2 OPeRaTION 33 WARNING!No adjustments or maintenance should be carried out unless: the engine stopped • the ignition key removed • the parking brake activated • Manual Transport 8058-059 1. IZT locked into the bypass position2. Linkage lever, engaged Right side, IZT linkage When pushing or pulling...

maINTeNaNCe 34 1) First change after 8-10 hours. When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures, replace every 50 hours. 2) In dusty conditions, cleaning and replacement are required more often. 3) Performed by authorized service workshop. ● = Described in this manual ♦ = Not descr...

maINTeNaNCe 35 1) First change after 5-8 hours. When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures, replace every 50 hours. 2) In dusty conditions, cleaning and replacement are required more often. 3) Performed by authorized service workshop. ● = Described in this manual ♦ = Not descri...

WARNING!Always wear eye protection when around batteries. STANDARD BATTERY STATE oF CHARGE APPRoXIMATE BATTERY CHARGING TIME* To FULL CHARGE AT 80 o F / 27 o C Maximum Rate at: 50 Amps 30 Amps 20 Amps 10 Amps 12.6V 100% - FULL CHARGE - 12.4V 75% 20 min. 35 min. 48 min. 90 min. 12.2V 50% 45 min. 75 m...

maINTeNaNCe 37 Safety System This machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions.The engine can only be started when: The mower deck is disengaged. 1. The steering controls are in the outer, locked 2. neutral position.The parking brake is on...

maINTeNaNCe 38 8066-033 Slackening the belt tensioner 8058-061 Belt routing, deck belt Deck Belt Deck Belt Removal Park on a level surface. Apply park brake. Lower the deck into the lowest cutting position. Remove foot plate and belt shields. 1. Using a ratchet or breaker bar with a 2. 9 / 16 " ...

3 1 2 maINTeNaNCe 39 Pump Belt The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. Replacing Pump Belt Park the mower on a level surface. Engage the parking brake. Belt Removal From the top side of the deck: Remove the deck belt (see 1. Deck Belt Removal in this section of t...

2 3 1 maINTeNaNCe 40 IMPORTANT INFORMATIONThe sharpening of blades should be carried out by an authorized service workshop. Cutting Blades To attain the best mowing effect, it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged.Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nicks should be ...

1 2 2 maINTeNaNCe 41 WARNING!Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling. Adjusting the Mower Deck Leveling deck Adjust the deck while the mower is on a level surface. Make sure the tires are inflated to the correct pressure. See “Technical Da...

maINTeNaNCe 42 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 in most terrain con...

maINTeNaNCe 43 8058-055 Caster wheel Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing. Cleaning Regular cleaning and washing, especially under the mower deck, will increase the machine’s life-span. Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use (after it is cooled), before the dirt sticks.D...

lUbRICaTION 44 12/12 Every year1/52 Every Week1/365 Every day Lubricate with grease gunoil changeFilter change Level check 8058-069 Lubrication Schedule General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication.When lubricating with an oil can, it must be filled with engi...

lUbRICaTION 45 Wheel and Deck Zerks Use only good quality bearing grease.Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality. Front Wheel Mount Lubricate with a grease gun until the grease is forced out. Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate 3-4 strokes with ...

lUbRICaTION 47 Purging Procedures Due to the effects air has on efficiency in hydrostatic drive applications, it is critical to purge the system.These purge procedures should be implemented any time a hydrostatic system has been opened to facilitate maintenance or any additional oil has been added t...

48 TROUbleshOOTINg gUIDe Problem Cause Engine will not start. • Blade switch is engaged.• Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position. • Parking brake is not activated.• Battery is dead.• Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line.• Fuel supply is closed.• Clogged fuel filter or fuel ...

49 TROUbleshOOTINg gUIDe Problem Cause Engine overheats. • Clogged air intake or cooling fins.• Engine overloaded.• Poor ventilation around engine.• Defective engine speed regulator.• Too little or no oil in the engine.• Fouled spark plug. Battery not charging. • Poor contact with battery terminal c...

50 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 disrupt engine funct...

NOTES: 1. SEA T UNOCCUPIED 2. BRAKE SWITCH IN OFF POSITION 3. MOTION CONTROL LEVERS OUT 4. PT O IN OFF POSITION 20 AMP 7.5 AMP ACCESSOR Y OUTLET SOLENOID P T O SWITCH WHT GRN WHT BLK RED BLK BLK PUR RED/BLK RED/BLK YEL YEL YEL BRN G R Y GRN GRN GRN YEL/RED BLK BLK RIGHT MOTION CONTROL LEVER LEFT MOT...

52 TeChNICal DaTa ZMKW 5222 / 966497801 ZMKW 6124 / 966497901 Engine Manufacturer Kawasaki 1) Kawasaki 1) Type FX651V FX691V Power 22 HP 2) 24 HP 2) Lubrication Pressure w/ oil Filter Pressure w/ oil Filter Fuel Min 87 octane unleaded (Max ethyl alcohol 10%, Max MTBE 15%) Min 87 octane unleaded (Max...

54 TeChNICal DaTa Torque Specifications Hex Head Cap Screws The torque values shown should be used as a general guideline when specific torque values are not given. U.S. Standard Hardware Grade SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 Flangelock Screw w/Flangelock Nut ft./lbs ft./lbs Nm ft./lbs Nm ft./lbs Nm Shank S...

55 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.). Do not remove any of these lab...

56 seRVICe JOURNal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 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’s safety switch. 5. Check that the...

57 seRVICe JOURNal Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action After 10 hours 1. Change the engine oil.2. Change the oil filter.3. Check hydraulic oil level.4. Inspect hydraulic hoses.5. Inspect hydraulic belt6. Inspect hydraulic filter.7. Check neutral position.8. Check safety system.9. Check seat belt. ...

58 seRVICe JOURNal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Daily Service 1. Clean debris from mower.2. Check engine oil level.3. Check the tire pressures.4. Check underside of deck.5. Inspect deck pulleys.6. Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake.7. Check safety system.8. Check seat belt.9. Check...

62 seRVICe JOURNal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign At least once each year 1. Clean the engine’s cooling air intake.2. Replace the air cleaner’s pre-filter (foam).3. Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge.4. Change the engine oil.5. Replace the engine oil filter6. Check/adjust the cutting he...