Yazoo/Kees ZCBI48181 User Manual

Operators Manual

Please read these instructions carefully and make
sure you understand them before using the machine.

MANUAL NO. 109994 REV. IR (09/01/04)

Models:

ZCBI48181

Congratulations on the purchase of your Yazoo/Kees mower. It has been designed, engineered

and manufactured to give you the best possiblbe dependability and performance. This manual has
been prepared for the owners and operators of the models called out on the front cover of this
manual. Read, understand and follow the safety and operating instructions. Follow a regular sched­ule in maintaining, caring for and using your mower. Follow the instructions under “Customer Re­sponsibilities” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.

WARNING

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.

GOOD SERVICE

Yazoo/Kees products are sold all over the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete
service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the
product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer,
see the certificate in the Service Journal in this operator’s manual.

When you need spare parts or support in service questions, warranty issues, etc., please consult
the following professional:

Engine

This Operator’s Manual belongs to the
machine with manufacturing number:

Transmission

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of it’s constituents, and certain vehicle componets contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro­ductive harm.

WARNING

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead com­pounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

Continuous dedication to improve our products require that specifications and design are
subject to change without notice.

©2004 Yazoo/Kees Power Equipment. All Rights Reserved.

Beatrice, NE. Printed in U.S.A.

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CONTENTS

SYMBOLS & DECALS ......................... 4

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................... 5

General use and saftey rules ...... 5

Driving on slopes ........................ 7

Children safety............................ 8

Service safety ............................. 8

Transportation ............................ 10

SPECIFICATIONS ................................. 11

ASSEMBLY ........................................... 12

Tools Required............................ 12

Unpacking ................................... 12

Seat Attachment ......................... 12

Air Screen & Air Filter ................. 26

Oil Filter ...................................... 26

Spark Plugs ................................ 26

Fuel Filter .................................... 26

Cleaning ..................................... 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ............. 27

Mower ......................................... 27

Deck Level .................................. 27

Deck Belt Replacement ............. 28

IZT (Integraded Zeroturn

Transaxle) Belt Replacement ..... 29

Seat Adjustment ......................... 30

Control Lever Attachment ........... 12

Check Tire Pressure .................. 14

Assembly Checklist .................... 14

OPERATION .......................................... 15

Controls ...................................... 15

Operation Instructions ................ 16-21

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...... 22

Maintenance Schedule ............... 22

Lubrication Chart ........................ 23

Tires ........................................... 23

Operator Presence System ....... 23

Control Levers Adjustment ......... 30

Wheel Removal .......................... 30

Jump Starting Engine ................. 30

Battery Replacement .................. 31

Park Brake .................................. 31

Tracking Adjustment ................... 32

STORAGE ............................................. 33-34

TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... 35-36

WIRING SCHEMATIC ........................... 37

Blade Care ................................. 23

V-Belts ........................................ 25

Engine ........................................ 25

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R

N

Reverse Neutral

Mower
deck
engaged

Mower
deck
disengaged

SYMBOLS AND DECALS

Fast

Parking
brake

Slow

Ignition

Stop

Run

Choke

Start

Fuel

Warning
Danger
Caution

Do not stand here

Battery acid is corrosive, explosive, and flammable.

Do not touch rotating parts.

Shut off engine
& remove key

before perform­Read
Operator’s
Manual

ing any

maintenance or

repair work.

Do not put pressure on
drive levers.
Read Operator’s Manual.

Keep a
safe
distance
from the
machine.

Use on
slopes no
greater
than 10°

Do not tow or push mower
unless you engage the IZT
(Intergraded Zeroturn
Transaxle) bypass linkages

Cutting
height

No passen­gers

Whole
body
exposure
to thrown
objects.

Severing
of fingers
& toes.

Do not open
or remove
safety
shields while
engine is
running.

Careful
backing up,
watch for
other people.

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Careful going
forward,
watch for
other people.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Instructions

These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.

WARNING!

This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized.
It concerns your safety.

General Use

• Read all instructions in this operator’s

manual and on the machine before starting
it. Ensure that you understand them and
then abide by them.

• Learn how to use the machine and its

controls safely and learn how to stop quickly.
Also learn to recognize the safety decals.

• Only allow the machine to be used by adults

who are familiar with its use.

• Make sure nobody else is in the vicinity of the

machine when you start the engine, engage
the drive, or run the machine.

• Make sure animals and people maintain a

safe distance from the machine.

• Stop the machine if someone enters the

work area.

• Clear the area of objects such as stones,

toys, steel wire, etc. that may become
caught in the blades and thrown out.

• Beware of the discharge deck and do not

point it at any one. Do not use the machine
without the discharge deck in place.

• Stop the engine and prevent it from start-ing

before you clean the discharge deck.

• Remember that the operator is responsible

for dangers or accidents.

• Never take passengers. The machine is only

intended for use by one person.

Read the operator’s manual before starting the
machine

Clear the area of objects before mowing

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• Always look down and behind before and

during reversing maneuvers. Keep a look out
for both large and small obstacles.

• Slow down before turning.

• Shut down the blades when not mowing.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Be careful when rounding fixed objects, so

that the blades do not hit them. Never drive
over foreign objects.

• Only use the machine in daylight or in other

well-lit conditions. Keep the machine a safe
distance from holes or other irregularities in
the ground. Pay attention to other possible
risks.

• Never use the machine if you are tired, if

you have consumed alcohol, or if you are
taking other drugs or medication that can
affect your vision, judgment, or
coordination.

• Beware of traffic when working near or

crossing a road.

• Never leave the machine unsupervised with

the engine running. Always shut down the
blades, pull back the parking brake, stop the
engine, and remove the ignition key before
leaving the machine.

WARNING!

Engine exhaust and certain
vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals considered
to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive system
damage. The engine exhaust
contains carbon monoxide,
which is a colorless, poisonous
gas. Do not use the machine
in enclosed spaces.

• Never allow children or other persons not

trained in the use of the machine to use or
service it. Local laws may regulate the age
of the user.

WARNING!

When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment shall be
used. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it
will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your retailer
for help in choosing the right 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 full visor when assembling or driving.

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• Never wear loose clothing that can get

caught in moving parts.

Personal protective equipment

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Driving on Slopes

Driving on slopes is one of the operations where the
risk is greatest that the driver will lose control or the
machine will tip over, which can result in serious
injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If
you cannot reverse up a slope or if you feel unsure,
do not mow the slope.

Do as follows

• Remove obstacles such as stones,

tree branches, etc.

• Mow up and down, not side-to-side.

• Never drive the rider on terrain that slopes more

than 10°.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tires

begin to slip, shut down the blades and drive
slowly down the slope.

• Always drive evenly and slowly on slopes.

• Make no sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid unnecessary turns on slopes, and if it

proves necessary, turn slowly and gradually
downward, if possible.

• Watch out for and avoid driving over furrows,

holes, and bumps. On uneven terrain, the
machine can tip more easily. Long grass can
hide obstacles.

• Drive slowly. Use small movements of the

steering controls.

• Be extra cautious with any additional

equipment, which can alter the machine’s
stability.

• Do not mow near verges, ditches, or banks.

The machine can suddenly spin around if a
wheel goes over the edge of a drop or ditch, or
if an edge gives way.

• Do not mow wet grass. It is slippery, and the

tires can lose their grip, so that the machine
slides.

Mow up and down, not side-to-side

Be extra cautious when driving on slopes

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• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires

lose traction, disengage the blades and pro­ceed slowly straight down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill, disengage

blades and back down slowly.

• Try not to stabilize the machine by putting a foot

on the ground.

• When cleaning the chassis, the machine may

never be driven near verges or ditches.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and

then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if pos­sible.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Children

• Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be

on guard for children in the vicinity of the
machine. Children are often attracted to the
machine and mowing work. Never assume
that children will stay put where you last saw
them.

• Keep children away from the mowing area

and under close supervision by another
adult.

• Keep an eye out and shut off the machine if

children enter the work area.

• Before and during a reversing maneuver,

look backward and downward for small
children.

• Never allow a child to ride with you. They can

fall off and injure themselves seriously or
prevent risk-free maneuvering of the
machine.

Never allow children to operate the machine

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• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Be particularly cautious near corners,

bushes, trees, or other objects that block
your view.

WARNING!

The engine must not be started when the driver’s floor plate or any protective
plate for the mower deck’s drive belt is removed.

• Stop the engine. Prevent the engine from

starting by removing the ignition key before
making any adjustments or performing
maintenance.

• Never fill the fuel tank indoors.

• Fuel and fuel fumes are poisonous and

extremely flammable. Be especially cautious
when handling fuel, as carelessness can
result in personal injury or fire.

• Only store fuel in containers approved for the

purpose.

• Never remove the fuel tank cap and never fill

the fuel tank while the engine is running.

Never fill the fuel tank indoors

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Allow the engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke. Do not fill fuel in the vicinity of
sparks or open flames.

• If leaks arise in the fuel system, the engine

must not be started until the problem has been
resolved.

• Store the machine and fuel in such a way that

there is no risk of leaking fuel or fuel vapor
leading to damages.

• 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.

WARNING!

The engine, the exhaust system,
and the hydraulic system’s
components become very warm
during operation.

Risk for burns if touched.

• Avoid overfilling. If you spill fuel on the machine,

wipe up the spill and wait until it has evaporated
before starting the engine. If you have spilled
fuel on your clothing, change your clothing.

• Allow the machine to cool before taking any

actions in the engine compartment.

• Be very careful when handling battery acid.

Acid on skin can cause serious corrosive
burns. If you spill battery acid on your skin,
rinse immediately with water.

• 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 serious injury/
damage.

• Ensure that nuts and bolts, especially the

fastening bolts for the blade attachments, are
properly tightened and that the equipment is in
good condition.

WARNING!

The battery contains lead and
lead compounds, chemicals
that are considered to cause
cancer, birth defects, and
other reproductive system
damage. Wash your hands
after touching the battery.

• Do not modify safety equipment. Check

regularly to be sure it works properly. The
machine must not be driven with defective or
unmounted protective plates, protective
cowlings, safety switches, or other protective
devices.

• Do not change the settings of governors and

avoid running the engine with overly high
engine speeds. If you run the engine too fast,
you risk damaging the machine components.

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Do not smoke when performing maintenance on
the battery. The battery can explode and cause
serious injury/damage

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Never use the machine indoors or in spaces

lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes
contain carbon monoxide, an odorless,
poisonous, and lethal gas.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you 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.

• The blades are sharp and can cause cuts and

gashes. Wrap the blades or use protective
gloves when handling them.

• Check the parking brake’s functionality

regularly. Adjust and service as necessary.

• The mulch deck shall only be used when

higher quality mowing is desired in familiar
areas.

Never drive the machine in an enclosed space

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• Reduce the risk of fire by removing grass,

leaves, and other debris that may have
accumulated on the machine. Allow the
machine to cool before putting it in storage.

Transport

• The machine is heavy and can cause serious

crushing injuries. Be extra cautious when it is
loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer.

• Use an approved trailer to transport the

machine. Activate the parking brake, turn off
the fuel supply, and fasten the machine with
approved fastening devices, such as bands,
chains, or ropes, when transporting.

• Check and abide by local traffic regulations

before transporting or driving the machine on
any road.

Clean the machine regularly

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The parking brake is not sufficient to
lock the machine in place during
transport. Ensure that the machine is
well fastened to the transport vehicle.
Reverse the machine onto the transport
vehicle to avoid tipping it over.

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SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE CAPACITY 5.6 GALLONS
AND TYPE UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (SPI-SF-SJ): SEE YOUR ENGINE

OWNERS MANUAL

SPARK PLUG: SEE ENGINE MANUAL

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 0 - 5.5

REVERSE: 0 - 2.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 15 PSI

REAR: 15 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: BRIGGS & STRATTON 16 AMP

@ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: MIN. CCA: 300

CASE SIZE: 5 1/4W X 7 3/4 L X 6 T

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 45-55 FT./LBS.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining,
caring for and using your mower.

• Follow the instructions under "Customer
Responsibilities” and "Storage” sections of
this owner’s manual.

WARNING

This mower is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and should not be used
on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered land un­less the engine’s exhaust system is
equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a
spark arrester is used, it should be main­tained in effective working order by the op­erator.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a

new mower. It has been designed, engineered
and manufactured to give you the best possible
dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot
easily remedy, please contact your nearest
authorized service center/ department. We
have competent, well-trained technicians and
the proper tools to service or repair this mower.
Please read and retain this manual. The in­structions will enable you to assemble and
maintain your mower properly. Always observe
the "SAFETY RULES”.

A spark arrester for the muffler is available
through your nearest authorized engine service
center/department.

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ASSEMBLY

Your new mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left un­assembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your mower, all
parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as
necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED
FOR ASSEMBLY

1. 9/16" wrench or 9/16" socket w/ drive
ratchet

2. Tire pressure gauge

3. Nail bar or claw hammer

4. Wire snips

When right or left hand is mentioned in this
manual, it means when you are in the operating
position (seated).

TO REMOVE THE MOWER
FROM CRATE

UNPACK CRATE

• Using the nail bar or hammer, remove the
top of the crate first. Then remove the
sides of the crate and place these out of
the way. Be careful of any exposed nails
or staples.

• Remove the plastic bag that covers the
mower.

• Using the wire snips, cut any plastic ties
that are holding the mower to the crate.

• Remove the seat off of the front of the
mower and place in a safe location.

• Securing one of the three prong knobs
and washers, insert it thru the seat pan
slot and into the corresponding threaded
hole in the seat bottom.

• Repeat for the other three holes.

• Tighten the three prong knobs in the
approximate position desired for the
seat.

• Connect the wiring harness to the seat
switch.

Adjustments may be required to position the
seat in the desired position. Refer to the

"Service and Adjustment" section of this

manual.

SEAT PAN

WIRE
HARNESS

KNOBS

BEFORE REMOVING THE
MOWER FROM THE SKID

ATTACH SEAT (See Fig. 1)

The seat position should be adjusted forward or
backward so that the operator can comfortably
reach the deck lift pedal and safely operate the
mower. See "Service and Adjustment" Section
of this manual.

• Remove protective wrap from the seat.

• Remove the three prong knobs and
washers from the seat and place in the
storage area in the right side console.

• Raise the seat pan up so that the bottom
can be easily accessed.

FIGURE 1

ATTACH CONTROL LEVERS (See Fig. 2)

• Using the 9/16" wrench or socket and
ratchet, remove the bottom hex bolt and
spring washer from the control arm.

• Rotate the control lever up until the bolt
and spring washer can be placed thru
the slot in the bottom of the control lever
and threaded back into the control arm.

• Center the hex bolt in the slot on the
control lever. Using the wrench or
ratchet, tighten both the top and bottom
hex bolts.

• Repeat on opposite side of the mower.

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