Yazoo/Kees Z12 Operator's Manual
Yazoo/Kees Z12 Operator's Manual

Yazoo/Kees Z12 Operator's Manual

Commercial collection system

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Models: Z12A
MANUAL NO. 200842 REV 02 (10/30/03)
Z12 Commercial
Collection System
Operator's Manual
Please read these instructions carefully and make
sure you understand them before using the machine.

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  • Page 1 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)
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Procedures ..................6 Unpacking Instructions ................8 Assembly Instructions ................8 Frame Assembly ................. 8 Mounting the Z12 ................. 9 Engine Mount and Vacuum Assembly ..........10 Hose Attachment ................11 Hose Trimming .................. 12 Door Tightness Adjustment ............... 12 Servicing the Engine ................
  • Page 3: Specifications

    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 &...
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6: General Information

    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.
  • Page 7 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. •...
  • Page 8: Unpacking Instructions

    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...
  • Page 9: Mounting The Z12

    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...
  • Page 10: Engine Mount And Vacuum Assembly

    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.
  • Page 11 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.
  • Page 12: Hose Attachment

    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.
  • Page 13: Hose Trimming

    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.
  • Page 14: Servicing The Engine

    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.
  • Page 15: Transport

    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.
  • Page 16: Engine Service And Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide

    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.
  • Page 18 AUXILIARY ENGINE ASSEMBLY NOTE: Your Front Weight Bar, Boot, and Hitch may look different from those shown in this diagram.
  • Page 19 SPINDLE DRIVE ASSEMBLY NOTE: Your Front Weight Bar and Hitch may look different from those shown in this diagram.
  • Page 20 CONTAINER ASSEMBLY 11 12...
  • Page 21 CONTAINER ASSEMBLY ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ..108969 ..... 1 ..CONTAINER ASM. 2 ..200839 ..... 1 ..EXHAUST ASM. 3 ..200691 ..... 2 ..CLEVIS PIN, 1/4 X 2 3/4 4 ..099082 ..... 4 ..HAIR PIN, #13 5 ..
  • Page 22 FRAME ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 23 FRAME ASSEMBLY ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ..061651 ..... 1 ..THROTTLE CABLE 2 ..062072 ..... 1 ..LOWER FRAME 3 ..099069 ..... 8 ..BOLT, 1/2-13 X 1 1/4 4 ..200510 ..... 1 ..UPPER FRAME 5 ..
  • Page 24 POWER UNIT ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 25 POWER UNIT ASSEMBLY ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ..092705 ..... 1 ..INLET, BLOWER HSG. 2 ..094005 ..... 1 ..IMPELLER 3 ..094004 ..... 1 ..BLOWER HSG. 4 ..097076 ..... 4 ..HOSE CLAMP 5 ..099001 ..... 5 ..WASHER 5/16 SPRING 6 ..
  • Page 26 HITCH ASSEMBLY Quantity 3 for Spindle Drive Units Quantity 4 for Auxiliary Engine Units...
  • Page 27 HITCH ASSEMBLY ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ..099693 ..... 2 ..PIN, WIRE LOCK 2 ..200749 ..... 1 ..HITCH, MAX II ... 200828 ..... 1 ..HITCH, ZT MAX 3 ..093082 ..... 4 ..NUT, 1/2-13, NYLOC 4 ..
  • Page 28 SPINDLE DRIVE ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 29 SPINDLE DRIVE ASSEMBLY ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 ..(539) 106752 ..1 ..FAN COVER W/DECALS 2 ..(539) 108941 ..1 ..UPPER HOUSING 3 ..(539) 109900 ..1 ..LOWER HOUSING 4 ..(539) 106786 ..2 ..BEARING W/O COLLAR 5 ..
  • Page 30 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 ...
  • Page 32 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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