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SURGEMASTER PORTABLE GENERATORS GASOLINE POWERED BY HONDA ENGINES EMB Manufacturing Inc. 4144 Boomer Line · St. Clements, On · N0B 2M0 · Canada Ph: (519) 699-9283 · Fax: (519) 699-4146 www.surgemaster.ca OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND PARTS MANUAL S PRINTED IN CANADA...
WARRANTY Effective on products retailed on or after January 1, 2015. www.surgemaster.ca Register your product online at within 30 days of purchase to activate warranty. This product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of...
This Surgemaster generator has been designed with ease of port ability, quiet operation, dependability, and versatility in mind. This generator is powered by Honda’s proven and reliable engine, which features Oil Alert for enhanced operational reliability. The alternator features a brushless design eliminating the need for costly carbon brush replac ement and increases the service life of the generator.
Initial Setup A. Install axle and wheels. 2. Slide wheels onto axle shaft. Install axle caps, then secure with cotter pin. (shown below). Page 4 of 13...
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B. Install leg in hook, fasten with bolt. C. Fill engine with oil. (See engine operator’s manual) Page 5 of 13...
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(On Electric start model) D. Install battery & cables. Use J-rods and flat plate to anchor battery firmly. Red= Postitive: Black= Negative USAGE CHART Generator Usage Start Watts Run Watts 2500 Refrigerator, Freezer 1050 Toaster Microwave 1500 Coffee Maker 2000 Washing Machine 1400 Furnace Fan...
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Safety Precautions Careful operation is your best insurance to prevent accidents and mishaps. Read this section carefully before operating your generator. All operators, no matter how much experience they have acquired, should familiarize themselves with the capa- bilities of this generator and the precautions outlined in this manual. 1.
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Starting Operation 1. Locate the generator on flat terrain, away from water hazards and/or flammable liquids. Check all electrical cords for cracked or exposed wires. Replace if necessary. 2. Follow the engine starting procedures contained in the Honda Engine Owners Manual. Once started, allow the engine to reach operational tem- perature for a few minutes without applying load on the alternator.
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Shutdown Procedure 1. Turn off the power switch of the electrical appliance and disconnect from the gen- erator. 2. Allow the engine to cool down for approximately 3 minutes at no load. 3. Refer to the Honda Engine Owner’s Manual for engine shutdown procedures. 4.
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ALTERNATOR BREAKDOWN SM5000 POSITION DESCRIPTION QUANTITY SM5000 COMPLETE ALTERNATOR G25200 ENDCAP G25051 NON DRIVE END BRACKET G25048 STATOR G25034 DRIV E END BRACKET G25035 ROTOR ASSEMBLY G25036 G25037 REAR BEARING G25038 DIODE G25039 VARISTOR G25040 SECURING STUD G25042 STUD G25043 CAPACITOR G25044 ENCLOSING BAND...
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ALTERNATOR BREAKDOWN SM6000 & SM7000 SERIES POSITION DESCRIPTION QUANTITY PART # GRID G20091 TERMINAL BOX LID G20092 TERMINAL BOARD G20093 FRAME AND STATOR DRIV E END BRACKET ROTOR ASSEMBLY G20094 G20095 DRIV E END BEARING G20096 NON DRIVE END BEARING G20097 DIODE G20098...
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PARTS LIST– SM5000/6000/7000LH/E/A POSITION DESCRIPTION QUANTITY HONDA ENGINE GX270 FUEL TANK G50134 FUEL FILTER G50122 FUEL TANK CAP G20118 RUBBER MOUNT G20041 FRONT ENGINE MOUNT BRACKET G50135 FRAME G50118 FACE PLATE (LH SERIES) G50131 FACE PLATE (LHE SERIES) G50132 FACE PLATE (LHAE SERIES) G50133 20A DUPLEX RECEPT ACLE G20017...
Troubleshooting The majority of problems with generator units are with the engine. Please refer to the Honda Engine Owner's Manual if engine problems arise. If the problem persists, contact your local Honda Equipment Dealer. Trouble Cause Remedy Alternator excitation Low speed. Check rpm and set at nominal v alue f ailure Faulty condenser...
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