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4144 Boomer Line · St. Clements, On · N0B 2M0 · Canada Ph: (519) 699-9283 · Fax: (519) 699-4146 www.surgemaster.ca SMDK5000E SMDK7300E SMDK5000E & SMDK7300E PORTABLE DIESEL GENERATOR OPERATOR'S MANUAL Before putting the generator into service: Do not attempt to start or operate the SMDK generator without thoroughly reviewing this manual for safe and proper operation.
WARRANTY WARRANTY Effective on products retailed on or after September 1, 2011. 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 Three (3) Years for Consumer One (1) Year for Commercial/Rental from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance with the Operating and Maintenance Instructions...
SurgeMaster SMDK SERIES PORTABLE DIESEL GENERATOR DELIVERY INSPECTION REPORT To activate warranty, register your product online at www.surgemaster.ca _________________________________________ Pre-Delivery Inspection Customer’s name Inspect for damage from shipping, immediately contact the shipping company if damage is found. _________________________________________ Portable Diesel Generator Contact name Check Electrical Connections Check Function of Generator...
(Serial label location is the same for both models) Serial Location SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION SMDK5000E / SMDK7300E Portable Diesel Generator Serial Number ____________________________________________________ LABELLING INFORMATION As you begin to get familiar with your SurgeMaster product, you will notice that there are numerous labels located on the machine.
Safety, Operation, Maintenance and Trouble Shooting infor- mation contained within this Manual. The SurgeMaster SMDK5000E or SMDK7300E Portable Diesel Generator is designed to be a reliable source of continuous power and have a full featured power distribution panel and utilize electric start diesel engines to provide a steady and reliable source of power when the need arises.
SAFETY SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This Safety Alert symbol means The Safety Alert symbol identifies ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! important safety messages on the YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! SurgeMaster Generator and in the manual. when you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death.
SAFETY YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation • DO have a first-aid kit available for use should and maintenance of your SurgeMaster Portable the need arise and know how Diesel Generator. YOU must ensure that you and to use it. anyone else who is going to use, maintain or work •...
EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the main concerns in designing and developing equip- ment. However, every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment. You, the operator, can avoid many acci- dents by observing the following precautions in this section.
SAFETY TRAINING 5. Know your controls and how to stop the 1. Train all new personnel and review instruc- engine and machine quickly in an emergency. tions frequently with existing workers. Safety Read this manual and the one provided with is a primary concern in the design and manu- your engine.
PREPARATION 1. never use the engine and machine until the 4. Clear working area of stones, branches or operators have been adequately trained in the hidden obstacles that might be hooked or safe operation of the machine and have read snagged, causing injury or damage.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY 1. Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor 8. where replacement parts are necessary for maintenance is an invitation to trouble. periodic maintenance and servicing, genuine factory replacement parts must be used to 2. Follow good shop practices. restore your equipment to original specifica- •...
OPERATING SAFETY 1. Please remember it is important that you read 12. If necessary to connect generator to house and heed the safety signs on the generator. wiring to power appliances, have a qualified Clean or replace all safety signs if they can- electrician install appropriate equipment.
BATTERY SAFETY 4. Do not allow children to play on or around the Caution: Poison / Danger - Causes stored machine. Severe Burns. The battery contains 5. Place the generator on a level surface. Tilt- sulphuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, ing or laying it on its side can cause fuel or eyes or clothing.
2.12 DIESEL ENGINE SAFETY BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND 14. Do noT use this engine on any forest UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING AND MAIN- covered, brush covered, or grass covered TENANCE INSTRUCTIONS THAT CAME WITH unimproved land unless a spark arrester is YOUR ENGINE.
2.13 SIGN-OFF FORM SurgeMaster follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) and the occupational Safety and Health Administration (oSHA). Anyone who will be using and/or maintaining the generator must read and clearly understand ALL Safety, Usage and Maintenance information presented in this manual.
SAFETY SIGNS 1. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times, 2. Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible. 3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign. 4. Safety signs in Section 3 each have a part number displayed with it. Use this part number when ordering replacement parts.
Bien lire le manuel du propriétaire ent ouvertes. Z94227 SMDK5000E & SMDK7300E REMEMBER - If safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without safety signs, new signs must be applied. new safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
OPERATION & FEATURES OPERATING SAFETY • Read and understand operator's manual before • Do not refuel the engine while it is in opera- starting. Review safety instructions annually. tion or still hot. Do not refuel the engine near open flames, pilot lights or sparking electrical •...
4.1.2 INSTALL BATTERY: 6. Install the hold down strap onto the "J" 1. Remove cables, clamps and brackets hooks over the battery. from their shipping position. 7. Tread on the wing nuts, snug up tightly. 2. Bring a battery to the machine. 8.
SMDK generators feature an electronic "Power access. Monitor". (see Power Monitor section) All control and power outlets are mounted on 4.2.2 SMDK5000E Component location for the SMDK5000E Control Panel Fuel Tank Ignition Switch Kohler KD350 Fuel Shut off...
MACHINE BREAK-IN PREOPERATION CHECKLIST Although there are no operational restrictions on Efficient and safe operation of the SurgeMaster the portable generator when used for the first Portable Generator requires that each operator time, it is recommended that the following me- reads and understands the use procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section.
Kohler Ignition Switch engine SMDK5000E Oil Alert (Kubota): The oil Alert system is designed to prevent en- gine damage caused by an insufficient amount of oil in the crankcase.
F. Main Switch (30 Amp breaker SMDK7300E & 20 provide 120 Volt, 20 Amp power. amp SMDK5000E) is the master overload for the generator. Move the switch up to engage B. This outlet (L5-30) is used to provide 120 Volt, the breaker and down to disengage the breaker.
4.5.4 POWER MONITOR Wet Stacking SurgeMaster Diesel Generators are designed to operate at moderate to maximum load. operating in un- derload condition will create an effect called "wet Stacking" Like all internal combustion engines, to operate at maximum efficiency a diesel engine has to have exactly the right air-to-fuel ratio and be able to sustain its operational temperature for a complete burn of fuel.
ELECTRICAL LOAD Resistive Load A resistive load is lighting, hot plate, TV, etc, 4.6.1 BALANCING LOADS Resistive loads generally will not spike and start- when operating your SurgeMaster generator ing wattage is the same as running wattage. (See please be aware of load balancing when using wattage chart) 120v receptacles.
4.6.4 WATTAGE CHART The chart below contains general wattage information, and is intended to be used as a guide only. For some electrical, and electronic appliances, you can determine the power needed by looking at the data tag supplied by the manufacturer. Most products and all electrical motors should have a data tag attached to their bodies that give volts and amps and may contain wattage information.
FIELD OPERATION OPERATING SAFETY • Read and understand operator's manual before • Do not refuel the engine while it is in opera- starting. Review safety instructions annually. tion or still hot. Do not refuel the engine near open flames, pilot lights or sparking electrical •...
4.7.2. START 1. Starting the Generator: a. Ensure the main power switch / breaker is 6. Electrical Loads: in the "off" position or turn all the appliances The generator is ideally suited to camping, or electrical loads off. boating, farm, household, workshop, con- struction site or anywhere that back-up power b.
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The 120/240 volt (14-30R) receptacle is (SMDK7300E) protected by a 30 amp breaker in the 20 Amp SMDK7300E and 20 amp in the SM- (SMDK5000E) DK5000E, which also serves as the main off/on switch. If this breaker trips all the SMDK5000E circuits will be off.
4.7.3. RESIDENTIAL The most economical way to supply power during a power outage is to use a portable generator and run extension cords into the house to power chosen appliances. Never connect a generator to a house electrical system without a transfer switch. Known as "backfeed- ing"...
STORAGE 5.2.2 REMOVING FROM STORAGE STORAGE SAFETY when removing this machine from storage, follow • Store the unit in an area away from human this procedure: activity, or children playing • Do not store near any tool, machine, appli- 1. Remove the tarpaulin if covered. ance that produces flame or sparks.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SAFETY • Good maintenance is your responsibility. • never work under equipment unless it is Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble. blocked securely. • Read the instructions before you begin, and • A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should make sure you have the tools and skills re- be kept readily accessible while performing quired.
MAINTENANCE By following a careful service and maintenance program for your machine, you will enjoy many years of trouble free operation. Ensure all operators understand how to put the machine in safe condition before working with this machine, DANGER • Flip main switch "off" or disconnect all loads •...
6.2.4 SERVICING THE BATTERY Jump Starting Battery Read Section 2.9 on battery safety for safe Read Section 2.9 on battery safety for safe handling of the battery. handling of the battery. Caution: Battery posts, w A R n I n G : terminals related frozen batteries...
BOLT TORQUE CHECKING BOLT TORQUE The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as a guide. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt. ENGLISH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Bolt Torque* Bolt...
TROUBLE SHOOTING SurgeMaster generators are designed with high quality Kubota and Kohler engines combined with tested and tough 120 / 240v alternators to produce a system that very reliable and robust. In the following page, we have listed many of the causes and solutions to the problems that you may encounter.
ACCESSORIES Call your dealer for pricing and availability #Z93204 U1 250CCA Lawn & Garden Battery For models: SMDK5000E & SMDK7300E The perfect battery to reliably get your generator started. #Z93204 #wK210 Two wHEEL KIT wITH 10'' TIRES #wK214 Two wHEEL KIT wITH 13'' TIRES For models: SMDK5000E &...
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