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PORTABLE GENERATOR MODEL SXD5000HX & SXD7300HX OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
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KODIAK PORTABLE GENERATOR WARRANTY This product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of two years from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance with the Operating and Maintenance Instructions supplied with this unit. This warranty does not cover misuse or negligence.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your Kodiak dealer or the Distributer if you need assistance, information or additional copies of the manuals. OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this...
This Safety Alert symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! important safety messages on the YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Kodiak Portable Generator and in the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of instructions in the safety message.
GENERAL SAFETY SAFETY erator’s Manual and all safety maintenance of your Wallenstein Portable Gener- signs before using, maintain- ator. YOU must ensure that you and anyone else ing, adjusting or cleaning the who is going to use, maintain or work around the Portable Generator.
EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES 1. Safety of the operator and bystanders is one 7. Never exceed the limits of a piece of machin- of the main concerns in designing and de- ery. If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question - DON'T TRY IT.
SAFETY TRAINING SAFETY SIGNS 1. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all 1. Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, times. our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator or bystander.
PREPARATION MAINTENANCE SAFETY 1. Never use the engine and machine until you 1. Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor have read and completely understand this maintenance is an invitation to trouble. manual, the Engine Operator's Manual and each of the Safety Messages found on the safety signs on the engine and machine.
2.7 OPERATING SAFETY 2.8 REFUELING SAFETY 2. Allow engine to cool for 5 minutes before refu- 2. Stop and disable engine, remove ignition key elling. Clean up spilled fuel before restarting and place in your pocket and wait for all mov- engine.
2.11 DIESEL MOTOR SAFETY 14. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS THAT CAME WITH YOUR ENGINE. operation. Use proper tools to service engine. WARNING: DO NOT periodically and replace, if necessary. If engine 1.
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2.12 SIGN-OFF FORM maintaining the Portable Generator must read and clearly understand ALL Safety, Usage and Maintenance information presented in this manual. Do not use or allow anyone else to use this generator until such information has been reviewed. Annually review this information before the season start-up.
SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the before starting. Review safety instruc- tions annually.
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The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the safety signs, new signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
ASSEMBLING The machine comes from the factory in a shipping and forklifts of appropriate size and capacity for the job. Always use 2 men when lifting, moving and assembling the machine. When the machine is shipped, follow this procedure when preparing for the customer: 1.
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5. Install battery: from their shipping position. Shipping b. Bring a battery to the machine. c. Lay out components. Battery d. Position battery in its tray. Clamp Arms e. Install the anchor posts and top brackets. Snug up tightly. Posts & Bracket Attach cables to battery posts and tighten Cables Fig.
Prolonged exposure can lead to unconscious- ness and death. TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER The Kodiak Portable Generators are designed to provide electrical power at a remote location. everyone's business. By following recommend- ed procedures, a safe working environment is...
MACHINE COMPONENTS The KodiaK WDC Portable Generator series The unit is designed to provide electrical power at a remote location. Each outlet is designed with a circuit electrical generator. All control and power outlets are breaker to protect against overload. The machine is mounted on the end of the frame for convenient access neutral bonded to the frame.
MACHINE BREAK-IN PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST Although there are no operational restrictions on the Generator requires that each operator reads and recommended that the following mechanical items understands the using procedures and all related be checked: safety precautions outlined in this section. A pre- operation checklist is provided for the operator.
CONTROLS Before starting to work, all operators should famil- iarize themselves with the location and function of controls. Engine: manual before starting for more detailed instructions. a. Ignition Switch: This key operated switch controls the electric power to the engine. OFF - Turn key fully counterclockwise to stop the electrical system power...
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2. Electrical Controls: a. 120 Volt, 20 Amp Outlets: These outlets are used to provide 120 Volt, 20 Amp power to the customer. This outlet is used to provide 120/240 Volt power to the customer c. 120 Volt Circuit Breakers: These push switches are used to reset the circuit breakers to the adjacent 120 Volt outlets.
FIELD OPERATION OPERATING SAFETY tion or still hot. Do not refuel the engine near and place in your pocket and wait for all mov- ing parts to stop before servicing, adjusting or products. repairing. Avoid fuel spillage. this generator in the rain or with wet hands. It should be grounded in damp or highly conduc- tive conditions.
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4. Starting the Generator: a. Plug in power cords from appliances or loads. b. Turn all the appliances or electrical loads off. engine starting procedure. d. Use the ignition key to engage the starter for electric start model. choke is completely closed. Turn the appliance on.
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8. Weather: a. Do not operate in the rain or with wet hands. Keep the generator and work area dry to prevent shocks and shorts. Always ground the frame when operating in damp or wet conditions. b. Do not operate at temperatures above the engine or generator.
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The generator is designed to generate an electrical current at a high enough power ever, power at these levels also includes the possibility of electrical hazards. Some things to remember about electrical haz- ards include but are not limited to: a.
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13. Operating Hints: a. Position frame on a level area to minimize the chance of spilling fuel and maximize the fuel capacity of the tank. Spilled fuel can be ignited by a spark from the electrical power system. b. Do not refuel while the engine is running. Wait until the unit has cooled before re- fuelling.
MOVING The generator is designed to be easily moved ing details on how the unit can be moved: 1. Cage: The frame is designed with a cage that provides a location to attach for moving with an A frame, forklift, crane or other lift- ing system.
STORAGE 5.8.2 REMOVING FROM STORAGE OPERATING SAFETY When removing this machine from storage, follow this procedure: activity. 2. Install and connect the battery. the stored machine. 3. Bring the ignition key. frame with planks if required. 5.8.1 PLACING IN STORAGE After the season's use or when the machine will not IMPORTANT be used for a period of time, completely inspect all...
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 6.1 SERVICE MAINTENANCE SAFETY 6.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 1. Grease: Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble. Use an SAE multipurpose high temperature ance. Also acceptable is an SAE multipur- pose lithium base grease. Keep service area clean and dry. Be sure electrical outlets and tools are 2.
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6.1.2 SERVICING INTERVALS The period recommended is based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual condi- tions may require more frequent lubrication or oil changes. 8 Hours or Daily 1. Check engine oil level. 2. Check fuel level. Fig. 14 ENGINE 40 Hours or Weekly 1.
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6.1.3 SERVICE RECORD See Lubrication and Maintenance sections for details of service. Copy this page to continue record. HOURS SERVICED MAINTENANCE 8 Hours or Daily CK Engine Oil Level 40 Hours or Weekly CL Air Cleaner 100 Hours or Monthly Annually CL Machine...
MAINTENANCE By following a careful service and maintenance program for your machine, you will enjoy many years or trouble-free operation. 6.2.1 CLEANING AIR CLEANER gine. 2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine and remove ignition key and place in pock- et before maintaining.
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6.2.2 CHANGING ENGINE OIL gine. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine and remove ignition key and place in pocket before maintaining. Allow the engine to cool before changing tacts exposed skin. It is best to change oil while the engine is warm to keep the contaminants in suspension.
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Fig. 21 FUEL FILTER DANGER Do not smoke when working on fuel system. Keep all sparks, from machine. NOTE Use only genuine Kodiak parts for the best results. Wipe away any spilled fuel. Open fuel valve.
TROUBLE SHOOTING In the following section, we have listed many of the problems, causes and solutions to the problems that you may encounter. section, please call your local distributor or dealer. Before you call, please have this Operator's Manual from your unit and serial number ready. PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION...
SPECIFICATIONS MECHANICAL MODEL SXD5000HX SXD7300HX Maximum Watts 4400 6500 Continuous Watts 4000 5800 Voltage 120/240 120/240 SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE...
BOLT TORQUE CHECKING BOLT TORQUE The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to ENGLISH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Bolt Torque* Bolt SAE 5 Diameter SAE 2 SAE 8 (N.m) (lb-ft) "A" (N.m) (lb-ft) (N.m) (lb-ft) 1/4"...
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