Yazoo/Kees KHKW36140, KHKW48170 User Manual
Operator ’s Manual for
MODELS: KHKW36140
KHKW48170
Professional Quality Lawn Care Equipment
since 1945
Thank you for buying a Y AZOO/KEES! Before operating your new mower, read, understand
and follow the important safety instructions and the other instructions contained in this manual.
Lawnmowers and all power equipment, can be potentially dangerous if used improperly.
SAFETY REQUIRES GOOD JUDGEMENT, CAREFUL USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH
INSTRUCTIONS AND COMMON SENSE.
MANUAL 102221 REV . 02(06/28/00)
Congratulations on the purchase of your Y azoo/Kees mower. This manual has been prepared for the owners and operators of the Hydro Kutter™ 36" and 48" commercial mowers.
Read, understand and follow the saftey and operating instructions.
! W ARNING
Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or
other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only trained
persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower. Each person operating
the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind
altering substance.
If you have any questions pertaining to your mower contact your dealer.
! CAUTION
1. Keep all shields, guards and safety devices in place and in proper working condition.
2. Stop engine and remove spark plug wires or remove key before adjusting, servicing, or
performing maintenance.
WARNING
!
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM
THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS
CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE
OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
Continuous dedication to improve our products require that specifications and design are
subject to change without notice.
WARNING
OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE
CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR
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SAFETY:
1. Training
2. Preparation
3. Operation
4. Transportation
5. Maintenance
SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS:
1. Cutting height
2. Motion control linkage
3. Reverse spring detent
4. Blade belts
5. Engine belt guides
6. Pump belt
7. Safety interlock system
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Controls
2. Starting and operation
TABLE OF CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE:
1. Engine oil level
2. Pump belt
3. Mower blades
4. Safety interlock system
5. Hardware
6. Air cleaner
7. Engine oil
8. Hydraulic oil
9. Tire presure
10. Belts
1 1. Lubrication
12. Fuel filter
13. Hydraulic filter and oil
14. Cutter housing
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
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SAFETY
TRAINING:
1. Read this manual carefully and question your dealer if something is not clear.
2. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment.
3. Never allow children, teenagers, or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the
mower.
4. Do not mow while people, particularly children, or pets are nearby.
PREPARATION:
1. The use of personal protective equipment such as (but not limited to) protection for the
eyes, ears, feet and head is recommended.
2. Never operate the mower without proper guards, covers, safety switches and devices in
place and properly functioning. Inspect these items daily for their condition and proper operation. If the condition or operation of any of these devices is questionable they must be
replaced or repaired before using the mower.
3. Thoroughly inspect the area to be mowed and remove all stones, sticks, wire and other
debris that may be thrown by the mower. Also note or mark other obstacles such as holes,
stumps, etc..
4. Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open shoes. Always wear substantial
footwear and long pants.
5. Fill gas tank before starting mower . DO NOT SMOKE near gasoline containers. Do not fill gas
tank indoors or when engine is hot or running. Clean off any spilled gasoline before starting the
mower.
OPERATION:
1. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Do not operate the mower in wet grass if possible.
3. Mow across slopes. Use extreme caution when mowing or turning on slopes. Always turn to
the downhill side. Do not mow excessively steep slopes ( mower may tip over and cause
injury or death ).
4. Use caution when backing up.
5. Stop the blades when crossing surfaces other than grass; or when traveling to and from
the area to be mowed.
6. Never operate the mower with defective, broken or excessively worn parts. Keep all
guards, shields, and safety devices in place and in proper working order.
7. Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine. Operating the
engine at excessive speeds will increase the hazard of injury and can severely damage your
machine.
8. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts when operating mower.
9. Stop the blades and engine before leaving the operators position for any reason.
10. Never make adjustments to the mower while engine and/or blades are running.
11. After striking a foreign object, stop mower and remove key. Inspect the mower for any
damage and repair it immediately before continuing to mow.
12. Never operate this equipment in an enclosed or confined area without proper ventilation
of the engine exhaust.
13. Do not allow any passengers to ride on the mower . Keep others away from the mower when
in operation.
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SAFETY
TRANSPORTATION:
Turn of f fuel valve and strap mower to trailer.
MAINTENANCE:
1. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to keep mower in safe operating condition.
2. Engine maintenance should comply with engine manufactures specifications. See the engine
manual for specifications.
3. Never store the mower with gas in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an
open flame or spark.
4. To reduce the risk of fire, keep the mower free of grass, leaves and excessive grease or
oil.
5. Have your mower inspected and serviced each year by an authorized Yazoo/Kees dealer .
6. Use only authentic Y azoo/Kees replacement p arts to insure the safety and quality of your
mower is maintained.
7. Safety decals should be replaced if they are missing or illegible. Decals can be purchased
from your Yazoo/Kees dealer.
8. The hydraulic system including all hoses and fittings should be checked frequently for
wear or leaks. Never check for leaks with your hands, use a piece of cardboard or wood.
Hydraulic oil under pressure could be injected into your body and must be surgically removed
within a few hours.
EQUIPMENT SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS
1. Uncrate mower
2. Mount front caster assemblies to the front deck using the fasterners provided on the deck.(both
sides)
3. Cut the plastic wire ties holding the operator presence levers down.
4. Check tire pressure in all four tires. (rear tires 15 PSI, front tires 20-25 PSI)
5. Check engine oil with dipstick. Add if needed per engine manufactures specifications.(See
engine manual)
6. Check hydraulic oil level. Should be an 1.0” below the bottom of the fill tube.
7. Mount the discharge chute to the front deck using the fasteners provided on the deck.
CUTTING HEIGHT
1. Before changine cutting heights make sure the blades are off, key switch is off, and remove
spark plug wire or wires.
2. Cutting height ranges from 1 1/2” to 5” in 1/4” increments.
3. Cutting height can be changed three ways. Move one “C” spacer on the front casters,
change the blade spacers, or move the wheel motor assemblies.
4. a. To change heights on the rear deck lossen, do not remove, the top two carraige bolts on
both sides.(see fig. 1a)
b. Place a jack under the center of the rear deck remove the bottom two nuts on both sides.
Then remove the bottom two bolts both sides.(May have to raise the jack slightly to remove
bolts.)(see fig. 1b)
c. With the jack raise or lower the rear deck to the desired postion using the chart, on page
7, to ensure proper height.
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d. Reinstall the bottom two bolts on both sides.(A tapered punch may be needed to help align
the holes.)
e. Retighten all four bolts both sides and remove jack.
5. Using the chart(on page 7), find the correct number of spacers to be placed under the caster
swivel.(see fig. 2)
NOTE: T o achive the best quality cut, the blades should be level with the ground or slighty tipped
forward.
REAR DECK ADJUSTMENTREAR DECK ADJUSTMENT
REAR DECK ADJUSTMENT
REAR DECK ADJUSTMENTREAR DECK ADJUSTMENT
CARRIAGE BOLTS(a)
POSTION A
POSTION B
POSTION C
1/2" ”C”- SPACERS
CASTER
SWIVEL
Figure 1
CASTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTCASTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
CASTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
CASTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTCASTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
(b)
MACHINERY BUSHING
Figure 2
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