Yazoo/Kees ZVKH72303 - 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 should neglect t...

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. ...

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 ful...

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 tig...

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 Roll over Protection system ROPS The ROPS increases the basic weight of the unit by 42 lbs/19 kg. The ROPS on the US units are standard, on the European units is the ROPS an accessory. • Do not use ROPS as a lifting, attaching or anchoring point. • Do not use ROPS for...

English- 16 CONTROLS Controls This operator’s manual describes the Yazoo/Kees Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a Kawasaki or Kohler four-stroke V-Twin engine developing 25-30 horse power. Transmission from the engine is made via two belt-driven hydraulic pumps, which in turn drive a hydraul...

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- 19 CONTROLS 5. Blade switch In order to engage the mower deck, pull the knob out; the mower blades are disengaged when the knob is depressed. 6. Ignition Switch The ignition key is placed on the driver’s panel and is used to start and stop the engine. 7. Fuses The fuses are located in a hol...

English- 20 CONTROLS 8. Seat Locking Device Under the rear part of the seat is a locking device that locks the seat into its folded position. The seat has a linked fixture at the front edge and can be folded forward when the locking device is pushed. 9. Refueling The machine has two fuel tanks, one ...

English- 21 CONTROLS 10. Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the right rear of the seat. The valve has three positions; right tank, left tank and center is the off position. 11. Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways. When making adjustments, the lever under ...

English- 22 CONTROLS 13. 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 downward or upward r...

English- 24 OPERATION Operation Read "Safety Instructions" section and 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 recommend that this section be reviewed...

English- 25 OPERATION Roll bar and safety belt Operate the unit with the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt. There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. If it is necessary to lower roll bar, do not wear the seat belt. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearan...

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. 8011-510 Depress the control for disengaging the mower deck 8011-526 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 valve for the selected fuel tank. 9. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position. 8011-508 Set the choke control 8011-506 Open the fuel valve 8011-742 Turn to the star...

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 the “Maintenance" section). If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: To attach jumper cables • Connect eac...

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 park brake will shut off the engine. 2. Move the steerin...

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 2 1/2" (64 mm) during the cool season and over 3" (76 mm) dur...

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 In order for the machine to be moved with the engine turned off, the vent screws on both hydraulic pumps must be opened 1/4-1/2 turn. 8011-507 Vent screw on the hydraulic pump WARNING!No adjustments or maintenance to be carried out unless:- the engine stopped,- t...

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. Fit the terminal guard.11. Lower seat. Ignition System The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plugs require maintenance. For recommend...

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- 41 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 The illustra...

English- 42 MAINTENANCE Air filter maintenance If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly, the air filter may be clogged. If running with a dirty air filter, the spark plugs can become fouled.For this reason, it is important to replace the air filter regularly (see the heading Maintenance Schedule fo...

English- 43 MAINTENANCE Filter replacement 1. Remove the end cover.2. Remove the main filter (outer filter) by pulling it out by hand. 3. Remove the inner filter by pulling it out by hand. 4. Clean inside of the filter housing. Wipe dry only. 5. Install the inner filter with the open end first. Ensu...

English- 44 MAINTENANCE Replacing the Fuel Filter Replace the line-mounted fuel filter every 100 hours (once per season) or more often if it becomes 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 end...

English- 45 MAINTENANCE Checking Tire Pressures All four tires should have a pressure of 15 psi / 103 kPa / 1 bar. Checking the Parking Brake Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, links, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a test drive and check that there is sufficient ...

English- 46 MAINTENANCE Pump belt Check belt every 100 hours for excessive wear. To replace belt. Relieve tension on the deck belt and remove deck belt from clutch. See “Deck belt” on page 45. Loosen bolt on the clutch tie down and rotate out of the way. Using a 1/2” drive ratchet inserted into the ...

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 bla...

English- 48 MAINTENANCE Adjusting the Mower Deck Leveling 1. Position the mower on a level, preferably concrete, surface. 2. Check the pressure in all four tires. See “Technical Data” on page 65. 3. Rotate blades to align front to back.4. Place 2 x 4’s on edge under the cutting deck from front to re...

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 use (after it is cooled), before the dirt sticks. Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck. Use...

English- 51 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- 52 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- 53 LUBRICATION 3. Engine Oil, Kohler EngineChanging the Engine Oil Change oil after every 100 hours of operation (more frequently under severe conditions). Refill with service class SG, SH, SJ or higher oil as specified in the Viscosity Grades table on page 55. Change the oil while the engi...

English- 54 LUBRICATION Checking the Oil Level The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil before each use as follows: 1. Make sure the engine is stopped. level, and cool so the oil has had time to drain into the oil pan. 2. To...

English- 55 LUBRICATION Oil Recommendations Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important. So is checking oil daily and changing oil regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, causes premature engine wear and failure. Oil Type Use high quality de...

English- 56 LUBRICATION 3. Engine Oil, Kawasaki EngineChanging the Engine Oil The engine oil shall be changed for the first time after 8 hours of operation. Thereafter, it should be changed every 100 hours. 1. Place the machine on a flat surface.2. Place a container under the engine drain plug. 3. R...

English- 57 LUBRICATION The oil level shall lie between the markings on the dipstick. If the level is approaching the “ADD” mark, top up the oil to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. Never fill above the “FULL” mark. The oil is filled through the hole for the dipstick. Use engine oil SAE 30 or SAE 10W...

English- 58 LUBRICATION 6. Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk for each set of wheel bearings, until the grease is forced out. Use only good quality molybdenum disulphide grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good qualit...

English- 59 LUBRICATION 9. Steering Control Shafts Tip the driver’s seat. Lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk for each steering control shaft, until the grease is forced out. Use only good quality molybdenum disulphide grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usua...

English- 60 LUBRICATION 11. Changing the 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. Mount t...

English- 61 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- 64 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- 65 TECHNICAL DATA Technical Data ZVKW52253 ZVKH61273 Engine Manufacturer Kawasaki Kohler Type FH721V CV740S Power 25 hp / ????kW 27 hp / 19.9 kW Lubrication Pressure with oil filter Pressure with oil filter Oil capacity excl filter 1.6 qt / 1.5 liters 1.9 qt / 1.05 liter Oil capacity incl f...

English -66 TECHNICAL DATA Equipment Cutting width 52” / 132 cm 61” / 155 cm Cutting height 1.5”- 6” / 3.8 - 15.5 cm 1.5”- 6” / 3.8 - 15.5 cm Uncut circle 0 0 Number of blades 3 3 Blade length 18” / 457mm 21” / 533 mm Blade tip speed 18,200 fpm / 92.2 m/s 18,200 fpm / 92.2 m/s Anti-scalp rollers 6-a...

English- 69 TECHNICAL DATA Accessories BioClip attachment Mulch kit Front baffle kit Light kit Roll Over Protection System. ROPS with seat belt. Accessory only for EC models. Standard on US models. Collection system Torque Specifications ·Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) ·Deck pulley bolts 45...

English- 70 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- 71 SERVICE JOURNAL Service Journal Action Delivery Service 1. Charge the battery. 2. Mount the rear wheels. 3. Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar). 4. Mount the steering controls in the normal position. 5. Connect the seat fold-up stop. 6. Connect the cable to the safet...

English- 72 SERVICE JOURNAL Action 20. Inform the customer about: The need and advantages of following the service schedule. The need and advantages of leaving the machine for service every 300 hours. The effects of service and maintaining a service journal on the machine’s resale value. Application...

English- 73 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 25-Hour Service 1. Check the fuel pump’s air filter. 2. Check the hydraulic system’s oil level. 3. Check the tire pressures. 4. Lubricate the belt adjuster, mower deck. 5. Lubricate the belt adjuster, hydraulic pumps. 6. Check/clean t...

English- 74 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 50-Hour Service 1. Perform the 25-hour service. 2. Lubricate the front wheel bearings. 3. Lubricate the steering control shafts. 4. Lubricate the mower deck struts. 5. Lubricate the cutting height adjuster. 6. Check/adjust the parking...

English- 75 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 engine oil. 4. Check whether the hydraulic oil needs changing (every 300 hours). 5. Check whether the engine oil filter needs changing (every 2...

English- 76 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. Change ...

English- 77 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign At Least Once Each Year 1. Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours). 2. Replace the air cleaner’s pre-filter (Oil-foam) (300 hours). 3. Replace the air filter’s main cartridge (200 hours). 4. Change the engine oil (100 hours)....