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Z12 Commercial Collection System Operator’s Manual Models: Z12A Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine. MANUAL NO. 200842 REV 02 (10/30/03)
SPECIFICATIONS Auxiliary Engine Height 47 - 50 in. (119 - 127 cm.) Length 38 in. (97 cm.) Width (without engine mount or vacuum assembly) 37 in. (94 cm.) Width (with engine mount and vacuum assembly) 54 in. (137 cm.) Engine Options 5.5 hp Briggs &...
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FEATURES & CONTROLS Auxiliary Engine Hood Exhaust Inlet Door Container Upper Release Hose Lever Upper Frame Vacuum Lower Frame Assembly Hitch Bracket Hitch Engine Mount Lower Front Weight Hose Front Weight Boot NOTE: Your Front Weight Bar, Boot, and Hitch may look different from those shown in this diagram.
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FEATURES & CONTROLS Spindle Drive Exhaust Hood Inlet Door Container Release Lever Upper Frame Lower Frame Hitch Bracket Hitch Drive Kit Hose Support Hose Front Weight Front Weight Assembly NOTE: Your Front Weight Bar and Hitch may look different from those shown in this diagram.
General Information This manual will assist you in the safe operation 1 - Training: and proper maintenance of your Yazoo/Kees • Read the Operator’s manual. If the operator(s) equipment. Read it thoroughly before attempting or mechanic(s) can not read English it is the to operate the machine.
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SAFETY RULES 3 - Operation • Use care when loading or unloading the machine • Never run an engine in an enclosed area. • Only operate in good light, keeping away from into a trailer or truck. holes and hidden hazards. •...
Unpacking Instructions 1. Cut straps around carton and remove top. 2. Wear eye protection. Remove wood pieces. NOTE: Watch for nails and wood splinters. 3. Slide carton sleeve out of bottom tray and lift over Z12. Lower Assembly Instructions Frame Upper...
2. Slide the Z12 into the hitch. 3. Line up holes in the Hitch and Z12 and secure with two (2) 3/8” wire lock pins. 4. Position the Hitch Brackets so that they are...
ASSEMBLY Engine Mount and Vacuum Assembly Note: This step for Auxiliary Engine units only. Please see Instruction Sheet included with Spindle Drive Fan Assembly for instructions on mounting Spindle Drive Units. Tools Required: 1. 9/16" wrench 2. Ratchet 3. 9/16" socket. 4.
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ASSEMBLY Spindle Drive & Drive Kit Assembly For use on the following mower models: 968999150 - 150C -151-152-157-158-159-160- 161-162-163-164-165-166-167-168-169-170- 170-171-172- 173-175-178- 179- 180-181-182- 10. Remove the sheave floor to expose the fan 183-184-185-186-187-188-189-201-202-203 assembly belt sheave from below. 205-206- 207- 208- 224- 229- 230- 231- 235 and 11.
ASSEMBLY Hose Attachment NOTE:Hoses may need to be trimmed to fit. If necessary, see the Hose Trimming section at the end of the Assembly Instructions. Tools Required: Flat screwdriver 1. Slide one Hose Clamp over each end of the Upper Hose. Slide one end of the hose over the Vacuum discharge opening and the other end over the Inlet.
ASSEMBLY Hose Trimming Tools Required: Utility Knife 1. Carefully measure the length needed. Re- Continue that cut through the webbing all the member that although the hose is flexible, it way around the hose so that it finishes just will not stretch. across the support coil from where the 2.
2. Fill the fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, unleaded ends. Inspect hoses prior to each use. automotive gasoline. 3. Do not use the Z12 on slopes greater than 15 degrees. 4. The mower must be running in order to vacuum debris through the mower deck.
The Z12 container must be completely section of this manual. empty while driving forward onto a trailer. If the Z12 must be loaded onto a trailer Storage while there is still debris in the container, the mower must be backed up onto the trailer to avoid tipping.
Engine Service and Maintenance Cleaning Exhaust Screen Follow the engine manufacturer’s maintenance The exhaust screen on the Z12 is located inside instructions. Should any malfunction occur with the container. For best results, clean exhaust the engine during the warranty period, take it to screen regularly.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Guide DANGER Before servicing unit, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop. Turn engine off and remove the spark plug wire. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine Does Not Start. 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1.
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AUXILIARY ENGINE ASSEMBLY NOTE: Your Front Weight Bar, Boot, and Hitch may look different from those shown in this diagram.
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SPINDLE DRIVE ASSEMBLY NOTE: Your Front Weight Bar and Hitch may look different from those shown in this diagram.
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DRIVE KIT ASSEMBLY (539) 108960 - 42 INCH DECK (539) 108961 - 48 INCH DECK (539) 108962 - 52 INCH DECK (539) 108963 - 61 INCH DECK ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ..(539) 108950 ..1 ..42 SHIELD ...
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Yazoo/Kees Power Equipment 700 Park St. Beatrice, NE 68310 PHONE (402) 223-2391 TOLL FREE PHONE (877) 368-TURF FAX (402) 223-4791 WEBSITE www.yazookees.com Technical Assistance: For technical assistance, please contact your local dealer or Yazoo/Kees Customer Service.
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