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Professional Quality Lawn Care Equipment

since 1945

Thank you for buying a

 YAZOO/KEES ZT Max!  

Before operating your new mower, read,

understand and follow the important safety instructions and the other instructions con-
tained in this manual.  Lawnmowers and all power equipment, can be potentially danger-
ous if used improperly.  

SAFETY REQUIRES GOOD JUDGEMENT, CAREFUL USE IN

ACCORDANCE WITH INSTRUCTIONS AND COMMON SENSE.

Operator’s Manual for

MODELS:

ZKW42170
ZKW48170

MANUAL 103337 REV.04(12/13/00)

Summary of Contents for ZKW42170

Page 1: ...ollow the important safety instructions and the other instructions con tained in this manual Lawnmowers and all power equipment can be potentially danger ous if used improperly SAFETY REQUIRES GOOD JU...

Page 2: ...n 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...

Page 3: ...ension 5 Reverse spring detent adjustment 6 Motion control linkage adjustment OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Controls 2 Starting and operation MAINTENANCE 1 Engine oil level 2 Pump compartment 3 Mower blade...

Page 4: ...fore 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 up and down slopes Use extreme caution when mowing or turnin...

Page 5: ...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 Hydraul...

Page 6: ...e lever A is still in the on postion measure the lenght of the spring D Should measure 2 See Fig 2 4 If adjustment is needed loosen or tighten the nut E below the spring D While holding the turnbuckle...

Page 7: ...ate the lever out with out hitting the side of the console 3 If adjustment is needed put the seat in the rear slide position tilt seat forward remove seat lanyard from seat frame and rotate seat forwa...

Page 8: ...8 Figure 5a Left side cut away view Figure 5b Left side cut away view...

Page 9: ...m rotating tires 7 Begin with either side and put the motion control lever into the neutral position Adjust the motion control linkage by rotating the double nuts on the rod in the proper direction un...

Page 10: ...unit can spin very rapidly if one lever is positioned too much ahead of the other 3 Blade engagement switch Located on the console Pull up on switch to engage blades push down to turn blades off See...

Page 11: ...y Tilt seat forward and clean all debris from inside NOTE Cleaning may need to be done more frequently in dry conditions 3 Mower blades Stop engine and remove key Inspect blades and sharpen or replace...

Page 12: ...ight side of engine block and replace drain cap Remove oil filter and re place Put a light coat of clean oil on the filter gasket before installing Fill engine with oil using manufacturers specs see K...

Page 13: ...nd allow tank to drain reinstall drain plug Fill tank with 20w 50 motor oil to the top of the baffle in the tank and replace cap Block up the rear of unit until wheels will rotate freely and start eng...

Page 14: ...ven cut Cut is ragged Mower moves when in neutral position Mower pulls left or right When a problem occurs do not overlook the simple causes For example no fuel or battery disconnected when the engine...

Page 15: ...15 WIRING DIAGRAM...

Page 16: ...16 SERVICE RECORD DESCRIPTION OF WORK DONE DATE SERVICE DONE BY...

Page 17: ...es Product warranted hereunder shall be defective or fail to conform with this limited warranty Yazoo Kees shall subject to the provisions hereof pay for or provide labor and materials for the repair...

Page 18: ...FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR INCON VENIENCE RENTAL OR PURCHASES OF REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT OR FOR LOSS...

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