Yazoo/Kees 111793 User Manual

Collection System
Operators Manual
Models:
Parts Manual
Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine.
MANUAL NO. 111725 REV IR (02/18/05)
111793 / CS1372
©2005 Husqvarna. All Rights Reserved.
Beatrice, NE. Printed in U.S.A.

INDEX

Operators Guide
Features and Controls.............................................................. 4
General Information ................................................................. 5
Safety Procedures.................................................................... 5
Unpacking Instructions............................................................. 7
Assembly Instructions .............................................................. 7
Collection System.............................................................. 7
Blower/Drive Kit ............................................................... 11
Operating the Collection System........................................ 13
Maintenance and Service Instructions
Transport................................................................................ 14
Cleaning and Washing ........................................................... 14
Storage................................................................................... 14
Preventative Maintenance Schedule...................................... 14
Caring for Vacuum Hoses ...................................................... 15
Cleaning Poly Mesh ............................................................... 15
Caring for Bags ...................................................................... 15
Troubleshooting Guide........................................................... 16
Replacement Parts
Hood Assembly ...................................................................... 18
Hitch Assembly....................................................................... 19
Blower Assembly.................................................................... 20
Weight Kit............................................................................... 22
Mounting Kit ........................................................................... 23
Bag Assembly ........................................................................ 24
Drive Kit.................................................................................. 25
Parts Description.................................................................... 26
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components con-
tain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
INLET

FEATURES & CONTROLS

HOOD
LATCH
SUPPORT LINKAGE
SUPPORT BRACKET
HITCH
HITCH BRACKET
BAG
REAR GUARD
WEIGH T BAR
DRIVE KIT
HOSE
CAST WEIGHT
BLOWER ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Your Front Weight Bar may look different from those shown in this diagram.

SAFETY RULES

General Information
This manual will assist you in the safe operation and proper maintenance of your Husqvarna equipment. Read it thoroughly before attempting to operate the machine. Call your dealer or Husqvarna if additional information is required.
The following safety symbols are used throughout the manual to alert you to information about unsafe actions or situations:
DANGER indicates immediate hazards that may result in severe injury or death.
WARNING indicates unsafe actions or situations that may cause severe injury, death, and/or major equipment or property damage.
CAUTION indicates unsafe actions or situations that may cause injury and/or minor equipment or property damage.
This equipment should not be modified without the manufacturer’s prior written authorization. Doing so may not only affect the equipments’ performance and durability , but also create safety hazards for the operator and the surroundings. Warranty will be void if changes are made to the equipment without the manufacturer’s prior written authorization.
Safety Procedures
1 - Training:
• Read the Operator’s manual. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read English it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this material to them.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator’s controls, and safety signs.
• All operators and mechanics should be trained. The owner is responsible for training the users.
• Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other people, and/or property.
2 - Preparation:
• Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
• Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire which can be thrown by the machine.
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke while fueling or operating equipment. Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that operator’s controls, safety switches, hoses, and shields are securely attached and functioning properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning properly .
SAFETY RULES
3 - Operation
Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
• Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.
• Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Make turns gradually and at slow speed. Do not operate across the sides of slopes. Operate up and down slopes only. Do not operate on steep slopes.
• Turf conditions can affect the machine’ s stability . Do not operate on wet grass where traction may be reduced.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
• Stop equipment and inspect vacuum impeller and hoses after striking objects or if an abnormal vibration occurs. Make necessary repairs before resuming operations.
• Look behind and down before backing up to ensure a clear path.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop vacuum and mower blades if not mowing.
Do not operate machine under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
4 - Maintenance and Storage:
Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.
Wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing.
Clean grass and debris from muffler and engine
to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.
Let engine cool before storing and do not store
near sparks or open flame.
Shut off fuel while storing. Do not store fuel
near flames or drain indoors.
Never allow untrained personnel to service
machine.
Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
If possible, do not make adjustments with the engine running.
Keep all parts in good working condition and all
hardware tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals.

ASSEMBLY

Unpacking Instructions
1. Cut plastic tie securing the hitch to the crate top.
2. Remove the top of the crate.
3. Remove the plastic bag.
4. Remove the hose.
5. Remove the sides and ends of the crate.
6. Remove the mounting kit and drive kit boxs from the corner of the crate.
7. Cut the two plastic ties that secure the hitch assembly to the pallet. Remove the hitch assembly .
8. Cut the two plastic ties that secure the back of the hood, and the two that secure the front of the hood. Remove the hood assembly.
9. Cut and two plastic ties that secure the weight bar to the pallet. Remove the weight bar.
10. Cut the two plastic ties that secure the blower assembly to the pallet. Remove the blower assembly .
11. Remove the 1 x 4 that secures the cast weights to the pallet. Remove the weights.
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Assembly Instructions
Collection System
Tools Required: Ratchet
Torque Wrench 1/2" Wrench 1/2" Socket 9/16" Wrench
1. Open the mounting kit box and remove all of the components.
2. Place the support bracket on the frame and secure with (2) 990563, 3/8 x 1 bolts and (2) 976979, 3/8 nyloc nuts. Figure 1.
3. Place the hitch brackets on the frame and secure with (3) 990622, 1/2 x 1 1/4 bolts and (3) 101331, 1/2 nyloc nuts. Figure 1.
9/16" Socket 5/8" Socket (2) 3/4" Wrench 3/4" Socket Flat Screw Driver
2
FIGURE 1
1. SUPPORT BRACKET
2. HITCH BRACKET
ASSEMBLY
4. Remove the (10) 5/16 carriage bolts that secure the standard rear guard to the straps and skid plates. Remove the standard rear guard. Replace with the collection rear guard, and secure with the carriage bolts that were just removed. Figure 2.
5. Place the hitch assembly on the ground behind the mower. Place the (2) hitch pins thru the hitch and the hitch brackets. Secure the hitch pins with the (2) hairpins that are secured with the (2) lanyards. Figure 3.
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2
FIGURE 2
1. REAR GUARD
2. STRAP
2
1
3
6. Move to the rear of the hitch assembly and pick it up towards the rear guard. The latch will hook over the top of the rear guard. Figure 3.
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4
2
3
FIGURE 3
1. HITCH ASSEMBLY
2. LANY ARD
3. HITCH PIN
4. LATCH
ASSEMBLY
7. Place the hood assembly on to the hitch assembly . Place both hood hinges between the upper hitch mounts on the hitch assembly . Be sure that the rubber seal is on the inside of the hood. Place the (2) friction washers between the hood hinge and the upper hitch mount. Place (2)990563, 3/8 x 1 bolt thru the hinge and mount. Secure with (2) 976979, 3/8 nyloc nut. Figure 4.
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8. Open the hood and secure the (2) springs to the bolts on the hood assembly and the hitch assembly. Figure 4.
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5
1. HOOD ASSEMBLY
2. HOOD HINGE
3. 3/8 X 1 BOLT
4. SPRING
3
4
6
7
8
FIGURE 4
5. RUBBER SEAL
6. 3/8 NYLOC NUT
7. UPPER HITCH MOUNT
8. HITCH PIN
ASSEMBLY
9. With the hood open, secure the (3) bags in place. The back of the bags will hook over the mounting tabs on the hitch assembly. Figure 5.
10. Close the hood, and latch the draw latch over the draw latch keeper on the hitch assembly . Figure 5.
11. Install the (2) linkage assemblies to the (2) support brackets on hitch assembly and the (2) support brackets on the frame. The shorter linkage connects to the support bracket on the hitch assembly. Figure 6.
NOTE: The linkage assemblies may need to be adjusted. Using (2) 3/4" wrenches, loosen the 1/2" jam nut on the longer linkage. Turn the turnbuckle in the appropriate direction to shorten the linkage assembly. Turn until the slop is taken out of the linkages. Tighten the jam nut against the turnbuckle.
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2
3
4
5
FIGURE 5
1. HOOD ASSEMBLY
2. DRAW LATCH
3. MOUNT TABS
4. DRAW LATCH KEEPER
5. BAG
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3
4
5
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12. Secure the front of the linkage assemblies using the hairpin secured by the lanyard. Secure the rear of the linkages using the (2) 990654, cotter pins provided. Figure 6.
13. Place the hose on the inlet and secure with the hose clamp.
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FIGURE 6
1. SUPPORT BRACKET
2. TURNBUCKLE
3. LINKAGE ASSEMBLY
4. LANY ARD
5. SUPPORT BRACKET
6. HITCH BRACKET
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