Yazoo/Kees ZVKW52231, ZVKWvkw52231, ZVHOvho52241 User Manual
Operators manual
Please read these instructions carefully and make
sure you understand them before using the machine.
MANUAL NO. 107979 REV. IR (10/30/02)
Models:
ZVKH52231
ZVKH61251
ZVKE61261
ZVKH61271
ZVKE72261
ZVKH72271
ZVKHL61231
ZVKW52251
ZVKW61231
ZVKW61251
ZVKW52231
ZVHO52241
ZVHO61241
Congratulations on the purchase of your YAZOO/KEES mower. 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.
! 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 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.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds, 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.
©2002 Y azoo/Kees Power Equipment. All Rights Reserved.
Beatrice, NE. Printed in U.S.A.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................... 4
General use and safety rules...... 4,5
Driving on slopes........................ 5
Children safety............................ 5
Service safety............................. 5,6
Transportation ............................ 6
PRESENTATION...................................7
SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS .............. 8
Setup .......................................... 8
Cutting height ............................. 8
Mower deck leveling ................... 9
Pump belt ................................... 15
Lubrication.................................. 15
Tire pressure .............................. 15
Caster wheels ............................ 15
Fuel filter..................................... 15
Winter storage............................ 15
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ............... 16
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ............... 17
TROUBLE SHOOTING ........................ 18
WIRING DIAGRAMS ............................. 19-21
Throttle lever tension .................. 9
Reverse spring detent adj........... 9
Park brake adj............................. 10
Motion control lever adj. .............. 10,11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............ 11
Starting and operation................. 1 1
Controls...................................... 11,12
MAINTENANCE .................................... 13
Engine oil.................................... 13
Mower blades ............................. 13
Safety interlock system .............. 13
Hardware.................................... 14
Air filter........................................ 14
Hydraulic system........................ 14
Deck belt .................................... 14
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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. FIG - 1
General use and safety rules:
Read , understand and follow all instructions in
the manual and on the machine before starting.
Make yourself familiar with the controls and how
to stop quickly .
Only allow adults who are familiar with the
instructions and the machine to operate it.
The use of PPE’s such as (but not limited to)
protection for the eyes, ears, feet and head is
recommended.
Never use the machine barefoot or with open
toed shoes. Wear substantial footwear and long
pants.
Never wear loose fitting clothes which can catch
in rotating or moving parts.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, stones,
toys, wire etc., which could be picked up and
thrown by the blades.
Be sure the area is clear of all people and pets
before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone
enters the area.
FIG - 1
Never carry passengers.
Do not cut in reverse unless absolutely neces-
sary.
Always look down and behind before and during
reversing.
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and
do not direct it towards anyone.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Never operate the mower without the entire
grass catcher or discharge chute in place.
Use extra care when using a grass catcher on
slopes.
Slow down before turning.
Never leave the machine unattended when the
engine is running. Always turn of f the blades, set
the parking brake, stop the engine and take out
the keys before leaving the machine.
Stop the blades when crossing surfaces other
than grass; or when traveling to and from the
area to be mowed.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
Never use the machine when under the influ-
ence of alcohol or drugs.
Watch out for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
Use extra care when loading and unloading the
machine onto a trailer or truck.
Never pull anything with the machine unless it is
an authorized attachment from Husqvarna. A
pull type trailer will not allow zero turn capabilities and could cause serious injury or damage
to machine.
Driving on slopes
Avoid stopping and starting on slopes.
Do not cut wet grass. The tires will loose grip
and the machine can slide.
Children safety
Tragic accidents can occur if the driver does not
pay close attention to children in the area.
Children are often attracted to the machine and
the work of mowing. Never assume that children
stay where you saw them last.
Keep children away from the mowing area and
under adult supervision.
Be alert and turn off the machine if children
enter the mowing area.
Never allow children to ride on the machine.
Never allow children to operate the machine.
Service safety
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are
explosive.
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-ofcontrol and tip over accidents, which can result
in serious injury or death. All slopes require extra
caution. If you cannot reverse up the slope or
you feel uncertain avoid mowing it.
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain
could cause the machine to overturn.
Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes in speed or
direction.
When turning on slopes always turn to the
downhill side.
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Store fuel in approved cont ainers.
Never fill up the machine with fuel when it is
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
Do not smoke.
Never fill up with fuel indoors.
Never store machine or fuel containers inside
where there is an open flame.
Never run the machine inside a closed area.
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to keep machine in
safe operating condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly .
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Never operate the machine without proper
guards, covers, safety switches and devices in
place and properly functioning. Inspect these
items regularly . If their condition or operation is
questionable they must be replaced before
using the machine. FIG - 2
Keep machine free of grass, leaves and other
debris. Clean up oil, grease and fuel spills.
!
THE MOWER SHALL NOT BE OPERATED WITHOUT
EITHER THE ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER OR THE CHUTE
DEFLECTOR COVERING THE GRASS DISCHARGE
OPENING. DO NOT REMOVE THE GRASS CATCHER OR
CHUTE DEFLECTOR FROM THE GRASS DISCHARGE
OPENING UNTIL BLADE OR BLADES HAVE STOPPED.
DANGER
Stop and inspect the machine if you strike an
foreign object. Repair any damage before
restarting the machine.
Be extra careful when handling battery acid.
Acid can cause severe burns.
Never smoke when performing maintenance on
the battery . The battery can explode.
Do not alter the setting of the governor and do
not race the engine.
Never make adjustments with the engine running.
Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace with
genuine parts, when necessary. FIG - 2
FIG - 2
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blades or use leather gloves. Always use caution when handling them.
The machine is tested for safety and approved
only for equipment supplied or recommended by
Husqvarna.
Check the functioning of the brakes regularly .
Adjust and maintain them as needed.
Transportation
Use a heavy duty trailer to haul the machine. Set
parking brake, turn off fuel valve and strap
machine to trailer. NOTE: Parking brake will not
hold machine when transporting. Be sure to tie
down the machine to trailer. Back on the trailer
to prevent possible tip over.
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Presentation
PRESENTATION
Thank you for buying a YAZOO/KEES! Before
operating your new mower, read, underst and
and follow the safety instructions and other
directions in this manual.
DECK LIFT
LEVER
Lawnmowers and all power equipment, can be
potentially dangerous if used improperly . Safety
requires good judgement, careful use in accordance with these instructions and common
sense.
MOTION CONTROL
LEVERS
KEY SWITCH
THROTTLE
FOOT
PLATE
FUEL CAP
P ARKING
BRAKE
BLADE
ENGAGEMENT
SWITCH
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SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: No settings or adjustments are
to be made unless: Engine is stopped, key
has been removed, park brake is on and
battery cable removed from battery.
Setup
Uncrate machine.
Mount rear drive wheels using the lug nuts
installed on the hubs.
Check the tire pressure in all four tires. All tires
should be 15 psi.
Control
Arm
Motion
Control
Lever
Remove top bolt in control arm and loosen
bottom bolt, rotate the control levers to the
upright position. Align the levers so they are
even in the neutral position. Reinstall hardware
and tighten. FIG - 3
Install seat rod to the seat frame with cotter pin
in plastic bag. Seat rod is located under the seat
in the hydraulic pump area.
Check engine oil with dip stick. Add if needed
per the engine manufactures specifications.
See engine manual for oil type and filling specifications. FIG - 4
Loosen the discharge chute slightly and lower
into position. Chute should be snug but still pivot
freely.
Install armrests to seat. Hardware and armrests
are in the plastic bag.
Assemble the air cleaner hood to the inlet of the
air filter, (EFI models only).
Adjustments
Cutting Height
Stop the mower and disengage the blades.
Raise the deck height lever to the transport
position.
Operating
Deck Height
Adjustment
Plates
FIG - 3
“F” Full
Mark
Range
FIG - 4
Lift Lever
Remove the height adjustment pin and place it
in the desired cutting height hole. Lower the lift
lever down onto pin. NOTE: Anti-scalp rollers
must be in the proper position for maximum
deck floatation. See the decal on the front deck
for proper settings. FIG - 5
FIG - 5
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