Yazoo/Kees KIKW36150, KIKW48150, KIKW48170 User Manual
Operator ’s Manual
MANUAL 1 10567 REV . IR (02/16/04)
Models:
KIKW36150
KIKW48150
KIKW48170
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. Lawn
mowers and all power equipment, can be potentially dangerous if used improperly . SAFETY
REQUIRES GOOD JUDGEMENT, CAREFUL USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH INSTRUCTIONS AND COMMON SENSE.
Congratulations on the purchase of your Yazoo/Kees mower . This manual has been prepared
for the owners and operators of the IZT walk-behind commercial mowers. Read, understand and
follow the safety 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.
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.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
If you have any questions pertaining to your mower contact your dealer . To locate the nearest
dealer please call 1-877-368-8873 or for more information go to our web site at
www.yazookees.com.
For technical assistance please write: Yazoo/Kees, 700 Park Street, Beatrice, NE 68310 or
call: 1-877-368-8873.
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of it’s constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
Continuous dedication to improve our products require that specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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Table of Contents
SAFETY.................................................................................................4
SETUP...................................................................................................7
OPERATION..........................................................................................12
MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................15
MAINTENANCE CHART ........................................................................19
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE ............................................................. 20
©2004 Yazoo/Kees Power Equipment. All rights reserved.
Beatrice, NE. Printed U.S.A.
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STAY A SAFE DISTANCE
FROM THE MACHINE
SAFETY DECALS
SHUT OFF ENGINE AND
REMOVE KEY BEFORE
PERFOMORMING ANY
MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR
RISK OF SEVERING OF
TOES OR FINGERS
MOWER BLADES
READ OPERATORS
MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING MACHINE
RISK OF SEVERING OF
TOES OR FINGERS
MOWER BLADES
DO NOT OPEN OR REMOVE
SAFETY SHIELDS WHILE
ENGINE IS RUNNING
RISK OF THROWN OR
FLYING OBJECTS
STAY A SAFE DISTANCE
FROM THE MACHINE
DO NOT OPEN OR REMOVE
SAFETY SHIELDS WHILE
ENGINE IS RUNNING
RISK OF BECOMING
ENTANGED WITH BELTS
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SAFETY
WARNING
Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must
understand these instructions, and must
allow only 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.
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 subst antial
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.
6. Never attempt to make any adjustments (even
the smallest) when engine is running.
7. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
8. Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be
sure of your footing; keep a firm grip on the
handle and walk, never run.
OPERATION:
1. Do not change engine governor settings or
over speed the engine.
2. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from
rotating parts when operating mower.
3. Disengage blade drive when crossing gravel
drives, walks, roads or under any condition
where thrown objects might be a hazard.
4. After striking a foreign object or if mower vibrates
abnormally, stop the engine and disconnect
the spark plug. Inspect the mower for any
damage and repair the damage.
5. Stop the engine and wait for the blades to stop
rotating whenever you leave the operating
position for any reason, including emptying the
grass catcher or making any adjustments or
repairs.
6. Mow across slopes, never up and down. Use
caution when changing direction on slopes.
Always turn uphill. Do not mow very steep
slopes. Do not use sulky on any slopes.
7. When parking mower, stop engine and lock the
drive levers up in the thumb latches. Apply park
brake to prevent rolling. Never park mower on
a slope.
8. NEVER OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT, WITH
ENGINE RUNNING, IN AN ENCLOSED OR
CONFINED AREA WITHOUT PROPER
VENTILATION OF THE ENGINE EXHAUST.
MAINTENANCE:
1. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to keep
mower in safe operating condition.
2. Never store the mower with gas in the tank
inside a building where fumes can reach an
open flame or spark. Allow engine to cool
before storing in an enclosure.
3. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of
grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
4. Check grass catcher assembly frequently for
wear or deterioration. Replace bag if loose
seams or tears are evident.
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SAFETY
5. Have your mower inspected and serviced each
year by an authorized Yazoo/Kees dealer.
Determine if any additional devices are available
which might upgrade the safety of your mower.
6. Use only authentic Yazoo/Kees replacement
parts to insure the safety and quality of your
mower is maintained.
7. Safety decals should be replaced if they are
missing or illegible. Decals may be purchased
from your Yazoo/Kees dealer or from Yazoo/
Kees.
TRANSPORTATION:
Turn off fuel valve, lock p ark brake and strap mower
to trailer.
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SET-UP
EQUIPMENT:
1. Uncrate mower, cut four plastic ties holding
mower to pallet.
2. Mount front caster assemblies to the front deck
using the fasteners 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 15 PSI)
5. Check engine oil with dipstick. Add if needed
per engine manufactures specifications. (See
engine manual.)
CUTTING HEIGHT:
1. Before changing 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. Factory setting is 3”.
3. Cutting height can be changed three ways.
Move one “C” spacer on the front casters,
change the blade spacers, or change rear deck
position.
4.
a. To change heights on the rear deck loosen,
but do not remove the middle bolt on each
side of the rear deck, and the two bolts on the
front side of the rear deck. See Figure 1.
LOOSEN
b. Push down on the handles and lift the rear of
the cutting deck up off of the ground. Block the
rear of the cutting deck off of the ground the
following distances (boards work well).
Deck Position A: 3 1/4”
Deck Position B: 2”
Deck Position C: 3/4”
Lower the deck down onto the blocks. Now remove the outer three bolts on each side of the
rear deck. See Figure 2.
REMOVE
FIGURE 2
c. Tip the handles up or down until the correct
position is achieved. See chart on page 9 or
reference the height decal located on the muffler side of the rear deck.
d. Reinstall and tighten the outer three bolts on
each side. NOTE: A tapered punch may be
needed to help align the holes.
e. Retighten the center bolts on each side and
the two bolts on the front of the rear deck.
5. Using the chart (on page 9), find the correct
number of spacers to be placed under the
caster swivel. Reference chart on page 9.
FIGURE 1
NOTE: T o achieve the best quality cut, the
blades should be level with the ground or
slightly tipped down in the front.
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