SURGEMASTER SMC34S User manual

EMB Manufacturing Inc.
4144 Boomer Line · St. Clements, On · N0B 2M0 · Canada
Ph: [phone] · Fax: [phone]
www.surgemaster.ca
PRINTED IN CANADA
REV 290317
Part Number: Z97122.SMC34S SurgeMaster Chipper-Shredder OpManual.240217
Keep this manual with the
machine at all times
Do not attempt to start or operate the equipment without thoroughly reviewing this
manual for safe and proper operation.
CHIPPER-SHREDDER
MODEL:
SMC34S,
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SMC34S

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY�������������������������������������������������������������3
DELIVERY INSPECTION REPORT�������������������������4
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ��������������������������������5
LABELLING INFORMATION�����������������������������������5
1 INTRODUCTION�����������������������������������������������6
2 SAFETY ������������������������������������������������������7
2.1 SAFETY DO'S & DON'TS' ..........................8
2.2 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES .........9
2.3 SAFETY TRAINING ..................................10
2.4 STORAGE SAFETY..................................10
2.5 TRANSPORT SAFETY .............................10
2.6 PREPARATION......................................... 11
2.7 MAINTENANCE SAFETY ......................... 11
2.8 OPERATING SAFETY...................................... 12
2.9 GAS MOTOR SAFETY .............................13
2.10 SIGN-OFF FORM ..................................14
3 SAFETY SIGNS����������������������������������������15
3.1 HOW TO INSTALL SAFETY SIGNS: ........15
3.2 SAFETY SIGN EXPLANATIONS: .............15
3�3 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS ����������16
4 OPERATION ���������������������������������������������17
4.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER..17
4.1.1 IMPORTANT ............................................17
4.2 MACHINE COMPONENTS......................18
4.3 MACHINE BREAK-IN ..............................19
4.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST ..............19
4.5 CONTROLS ..............................................20
4.5.1 ENGINE: ...................................................20
4.5.2 SHREDDER FEED: ..................................21
4.5.3 FEED CHUTE GRAB HANDLES: .............21
4.5.4 DRIVE ENGAGE HANDLE: ......................22
4.6 MACHINE SET-UP................................. 22
4.7 FIELD OPERATION ............................... 23
4.7.1.PREPARE .............................................. 23
4.7.2.STARTING PROCEDURE ..................... 24
4.7.3.STOPPING PROCEDURE .................... 24
4.7.4 EMERGENCY STOPPING:.................... 24
4.7.5 CHIPPING / SHREDDING .................... 25
5 STORAGE ��������������������������������������������� 28
5.1 PLACING IN STORAGE ........................... 28
5.2 REMOVING FROM STORAGE ................ 28
6 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ����������� 29
6.1 SERVICE ............................................... 29
6.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .................. 29
6.1.2 GREASING ............................................ 29
6.1.3 SERVICING INTERVALS....................... 29
6.1.4 SERVICE ILLUSTRATION..................... 30
6.1.5 SERVICE RECORD CHART ............ 31
6.2 MAINTENANCE ..................................... 32
6.2.1 BELT TENSION / ROTOR BRAKE: ....... 32
6.2.2. BLADE, KNIFE AND BREAKER MAIN-
TENANCE: ..................................................... 34
6.2.3 MULCHING SCREEN ........................... 37
7 TROUBLE SHOOTING�������������������������������� 38
7.1 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART............ 38
8 SPECIFICATIONS���������������������������������������� 40
8.1 MECHANICAL....................................... 40
8.2 BOLT TORQUE..................................... 41
9 ACCESSORIES ������������������������������������� 42
INDEX������������������������������������������������������������������ 43

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WARRANTY
WARRANTY
Effective on products retailed on or after January 1, 2015.
Register your product online at www.surgemaster.ca 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
from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance with the Operating and Maintenance Instructions
supplied with this unit. Warranty is limited to the repair of the product and/or replacement of parts.
This warranty does not cover the following items:
1) Parts lost or damaged during shipment,
2) Normal maintenance or adjustments
3) Normal replacement of service items.
4) Accessory items / parts not supplied by EMB MFG INC.
5) Damages resulting from:
•misuse, negligence, accident, theft or re
•use of improper or insufcient fuel, uids or lubricants
• use of parts or after market accessories other than genuine EMB MFG INC. parts
•modications, alteration, tampering or improper repair performed by parties other than an authorized servicer
•any device or accessories installed by parties other than an authorized EMB servicer
Engines are covered by the manufacturer of the engine and covered by the warranty period specied by that manufacturer.
Engine warranty must be registered at the engine manufactures website. For service contact your local engine dealer.
Under no circumstances will the manufacturer be liable for any consequential damage or expense of any kind, including loss
of prots. The manufacturer is under no circumstances liable for tow vehicle of any kind. The manufacturer is not liable for
the maintenance of the product.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and is not transferable. Warranty is void if repairs are attempted by
anyone other than an authorized service centre.
If a difculty develops with the product, contact EMB MFG INC. Only our authorized service centres may make repairs to
the product or affect the replacement of defective parts, which will be done at no charge within a reasonable time after the
receipt of the product. Unit or parts shall be returned at the customer’s expense to the authorized service centre. Damage
in transit is not covered by warranty. Include the original purchase receipt with any claim (keep a copy of the receipt
for your les).
The distributor’s liability under warranty is limited to the repair of the product and/or replacement of parts and is given to the
purchaser in lieu of all other remedies including incidental and consequential charges. There are no warranties, expressed
or implied, other than those specied herein.
EMB MFG Inc
4144 Boomer Line, St Clements, ON N0B 2M0 Canada
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] : attention to Warranty Dept
Email: [email protected]
WARRANTY IS VOID IF NOT REGISTERED
Five (5) Years for Consumer
Two (2) Year for Commercial/Rental
rev.270315

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SurgeMaster
SMC34S CART CHIPPER - SHREDDER
DELIVERY INSPECTION REPORT
This form must be lled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and the customer at the time of delivery.
To activate warranty, register your product online at
www�surgemaster�ca
_________________________________________
Customer’s Name
_________________________________________
Contact Name
_________________________________________
Dealer Name
(_________)_______________________________
Phone Number
_________________________________________
Serial Number
__________ /__________ /__________
Delivery Date
I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the equip-
ment care, adjustments, safe operation and applica-
ble warranty policy and reviewed the manuals.
_________________________________________
Dealer’s Rep. Signature
__________ /__________ /__________
Delivery Date
The product manuals have been received by me and
I have been thoroughly instructed as to care, adjust-
ments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.
_________________________________________
Owner's Signature
__________ /__________ /__________
Delivery Date
Pre-Delivery Inspection
Inspect for damage from shipping, immediately contact
the shipping company if damage is found�
SMC34 Series Cart Chipper - Shredder
Check Blade Clearance
Rotor Turns Freely
Belt Tension Checked
Pulleys Aligned
Fasteners Tight
Grease Zerks / Lubricate Pivot Points
Check Wheel Nuts
Check Cutting Blades (Shredder, Rotor & Ledger)
Check Drive Engage Lever Engages
Check Engine Fluid Levels
Review Operating and Safety Instructions
Safety Checks
All Safety Decals Installed
Guards and Shields Installed and Secured
Review Operating and Safety Instructions

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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Always give your dealer the serial number of your Surgemaster SMC Cart Chipper /Shredder when ordering
parts or requesting service or other information.
The serial number plates are located where indicated. Please mark the numbers in the spaces provided
for easy reference.
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Model Number ____________________________________________________
Chipper Serial Number _____________________________________________
Serial Label
LABELLING INFORMATION
As you begin to get familiar with your Surgemaster product, you will notice that there are numerous labels
located on the machine. Here is a brief explanation of what they are for and how to read them.
There are three different types of labelling: safety, informative and product labels.
Safety Labels are pictorial and always with a yellow background colour
and generally 2 panel. The top panel shows the safety alert (the poten-
tial hazard) and the bottom panel shows the message (how to avoid the
hazard).
Safety Notice Labels are pictorial and always with a blue background
colour and generally rectangular with single or multiple symbols. The
label illustrates requirements for safe operation (safety equipment,
housekeeping etc) These labels are accompanied by detailed instruc-
tions in the owners manual, with the label illustrated along side.
Informative Labels are generally pictorial, have a white background colour and can vary to the number of
panels. The label will illustrate the function of a feature and is accompanied by detailed instructions in the
owners manual, with the label illustrated along side.
Product Labels are associated with the product and carry various messages. (model, serial, etc)
Maintenance Labels are associated with the product and carry various messages. They are generally
pictorial, they may be round or rectangular, have a green background colour and can vary to the number of
panels. The label may illustrate the type maintenance and frequency in time between services. Labels are
accompanied by detailed instructions in the owners manual, with the label illustrated along side.
See the section on safety signs for safety label denitions. For a complete illustration of labels and label
locations, download the parts manual for your model product at www�surgemaster.ca
Z94207
safety alert
message
safety label

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1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of a SMC34S Surgemaster Chipper-Shredder to compliment your operation.
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discerning timber or landscaping
industry.
Safe, efcient and trouble free operation of your Surgemaster Chipper-Shredder requires that you and any-
one else who will be using or maintaining the Chipper-Shredder, read and understand the Safety, Operation,
Maintenance and Trouble Shooting information contained within the Operator's Manual.
The SMC34S chipper / shredder features a large shredder feed hopper, that moves leaves and brush up to 19mm
(3/4") in diameter to the Shredder chamber. The shredder chamber contains 3 sets of 8 swinging knives that ef-
fectively and quickly shreds up material
The chipper portion of the SMC features an 9cm x 13cm (3.5" x 5") angled chipper hopper that delivers wood
material (up to 75mm (3.0") diameter) into the 2 bladed rotor for chipping.
A powerful gas engine on the frame provides power to the rotor through V belt brake / clutch drive system. The
SMC brake / clutch system is designed to replace the traditional belt tensioning system and features include
longer belt life, and braking clutch that quickly and safely stops the rotor when the drive is disengaged. Positive,
fail safe brake, that meets current European and U.S requirements.
This manual covers the Surgemaster Chipper-Shredder model SMC34S. Use the Table of Contents or Index
as a guide to locate required information.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your
Surgemaster dealer or the Distributor if you need assistance, information or additional copies of the manuals.
OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this manual,
are determined when sitting in the tractor driver's seat and facing in the direction of travel.
SMC34S

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2 SAFETY
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Why is SAFETY important to you?
The Safety Alert symbol identies
important safety messages on the
Surgemaster Chipper / Shredder
and in the manual. When you
see this symbol, be alert to the
possibility of personal injury or death.
Follow the instructions in the safety
message.
This Safety Alert symbol means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Accidents Disable and Kill
Accidents Cost
Accidents Can Be Avoided
3 Big Reasons
If you have any questions not answered in this manual or require additional copies or the manual is
damaged, please contact your dealer or Surgemaster, 4144 Boomer Line, St. Clements, ON, N0B 2M0.
Phone [phone] or Fax [phone].
DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is to be limited
to the most extreme situations typically for
machine components which, for functional
purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury, and includes hazards that are
exposed when guards are removed. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
NOTICE - Indicates a situation that could result in
damage to the machine or other property.
SIGNAL WORDS:
Note: The use of the signal words DANGER,
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE with the
safety messages. The appropriate signal
word for each message has been selected
using the following guide-lines:

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SAFETY
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your Surgemaster SMC Chipper / Shredder.
YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to use, maintain or work around the Chipper /
Shredder be familiar with the use and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained
in this manual. This manual will take you step-by-step through your working day and alerts you to all good
safety practices that should be used while using the Chipper / Shredder.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people around
you. Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE using this
equipment is familiar with the recommended using and maintenance procedures and follows all the safety
precautions. Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
• DO have a re extinguisher available
for use should the need arise and
know how to use it.
• DO inspect and secure all guards
before starting.
• DO wear appropriate protective gear. This list
includes but is not limited to:
•A hard hat
• Heavy gloves
•Wet weather
gear
•Hearing Protec-
tion
•Respirator or
lter mask
•Protective shoes with slip resistant soles
•Protective glasses, goggles or face shield
• DO set Safe Condition procedure before
any service, maintenance work or storage
preparation.
Safe Condition involves the following procedure:
• Disengage the drive
• shut off the engine
• ensure all components have stopped moving
• block & chock the wheels
• DO NOT touch hot engine parts, mufer cover,
engine body, engine oil, etc. during operation
and after the engine has been shut off. Contact
may cause burns. DO check cables, chains
and pulley's, that they are clear of debris prior
to starting the machine
• DO think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
2�1 SAFETY DO'S & DON'TS'
• DO give operating instructions to operators or
employees before allowing them to operate the
machine, and REVIEW annually thereafter.
• DO read and understand ALL Safety and
Operating instructions in the
manual and follow them. Most
accidents can be avoided. The
most important safety device
on this equipment is a SAFE operator.
• DO NOT expect a person who has not read
and understood all use and safety instructions
to operate the machine. An untrained operator
is not qualified and exposes himself and
bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
It is the owners responsibility to the operator
to ensure familiarity and understanding of the
machine.
• DO wear suitable ear protection
for prolonged exposure to
excessive noise.
• DO NOT modify the equipment
in any way. Unauthorized
modication may impair the
function and/or safety and could affect the life
of the equipment.
• DO NOT allow riders.
• DO NOT risk injury or death by ignoring good
safety practices.
• DO review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will operating or maintaining the
Chipper / Shredder.
• DO have a rst-aid kit
available for use should the
need arise and know how to
use it.
• DO read and understand all safety signs located
on the machine before using, maintaining,
adjusting or cleaning the Chipper / Shredder.

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2�2 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES
1. Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of
the main concerns in designing and developing
equipment. 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 accidents by observing the following
precautions in this section. To avoid personal
injury or death, study the following precautions
and insist those working with you, or for you to
follow them.
2. In order to provide a better view, certain
photographs or illustrations in this manual may
show an assembly with a safety shield removed.
However, equipment should never be used in
this condition. Keep all shields in place. If shield
removal becomes necessary for repairs, replace
the shield prior to use.
3. Replace any safety sign or instruction sign that
is not readable or is missing. Location of such
safety signs is indicated in this manual.
4. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
can hinder alertness or coordination while using
this equipment. Consult your doctor about
using this machine while taking prescription
medications.
5� Under no circumstances should young
children be allowed to work with this
equipment� Do not allow persons to use
or assemble this unit until they have read
this manual and have developed a thorough
understanding of the safety precautions and
of how it works� Review the safety instructions
with all users annually.
6. This equipment is dangerous to children and
persons unfamiliar with its operation. The
operator should be a responsible, properly
trained and physically able person familiar
with machinery and trained in this equipment's
operations. If the elderly are assisting with work,
their physical limitations need to be recognized
and accommodated.
7. Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery.
If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in
question - DON'T TRY IT�
8. Do not modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modication may result in serious
injury or death and may impair the function and
life of the equipment.
9. In addition to the design and conguration of
this implement, including Safety Signs and
Safety Equipment, hazard control and accident
prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence, and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance, and storage of the machine.
Refer also to Safety Messages and operation
instruction in each of the appropriate sections
of the machine manuals. Pay close attention to
the Safety Signs afxed to the machine.
10� Safe condition involves the following procedure:
• disengage the drive
• shut off the engine
• ensure all components have stopped moving.
• block & chock the wheels
Safe Condition procedure should be performed
before any service, maintenance work or storage
preparation.
Z94203
Use Your Personal
Protection Equipment

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2�3 SAFETY TRAINING
1. Safety is a primary concern in the design and
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our
efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped
out by a single careless act of an operator or
bystander.
2. In addition to the design and conguration
of equipment, hazard control and accident
prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance and storage of this equipment.
3. It has been said, "The best safety feature is an
informed, careful operator."
We ask you to be that kind of
an operator. It is the operator's
responsibility to read and
understand ALL Safety and
Using instructions in the manual and to follow
these. Accidents can be avoided.
4. Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead
to preventable injuries� Read this manual
before assembly or using, to acquaint
yourself with the machine� If this machine
is used by any person other than yourself,
or is loaned or rented, it is the machine
owner's responsibility to make certain that
the operator, prior to using:
• Reads and understands the operator's
manuals�
• Is instructed in safe and proper use of
the equipment�
• Understands and knows how to perform
the "safe condition" procedure:
• disengage the drive
• shut off the engine
• ensure components have stopped moving.
• block & chock the wheels
5. Know your controls and how to stop the machine
quickly in an emergency. Read this manual and
the one provided with the engine.
6. Train all new personnel and review instructions
frequently with existing workers. Be certain only
a properly trained and physically able person will
use the machinery. A person who has not read
and understood all using and safety instructions
is not qualied to use the machine. An untrained
operator exposes himself and bystanders to
possible serious injury or death. If the elderly are
assisting with the work, their physical limitations
need to be recognized and accommodated.
2�4 STORAGE SAFETY
1. Store the unit in an area away from human
activity.
2. Do not children to play on or around the stored
machine.
3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the
frame with planks if required.
2�5 TRANSPORT SAFETY
1. Comply with state and local laws governing
safety and transporting of machinery on public
roads.
2. Check that all the lights, reectors and other
lighting requirements are installed and in good
working condition.
3. Do not exceed a safe travel speed. Slow down
for rough terrain and cornering.
4. Be sure the machine is hitched positively to
the tractor and a retainer is used through the
mounting pins.
5. Do not drink and drive.
6. Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield
to oncoming trafc in all situations, including
narrow bridges, intersections, etc. Watch
for trafc when operating near or crossing
roadways.
7. Never allow riders on the machine.

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2�6 PREPARATION
1. Never use the machine until you have read
and completely understand this manual, the
tractor Operator's Manual and each of the
Safety Messages found on the safety signs on
the tractor and machine.
2. Personal
protection
equipment
(PPE) includ-
ing hard hat,
safety glasses,
safety shoes,
and gloves are
recommended
during assembly, installation, operation,
adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal,
cleaning, or moving the unit. Do not allow
long hair, loose tting clothing or jewellery to
be around equipment.
3. PROLONGED EXPOSURE
TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE
PERMANENT HEARING
LOSS!
Power equipment with or
without equipment attached
can often be noisy enough
to cause permanent, partial hearing loss. We
recommend that you wear hearing protection
on a full-time basis if the noise in the Operator's
position exceeds 80db. Noise over 85db on a
long-term basis can cause severe hearing loss.
Noise over 90db adjacent to the Operator over
a long-term basis may cause permanent, total
hearing loss. NOTE: Hearing loss from loud
noise (from tractors, chain saws, radios, and
other such sources close to the ear) is cumulative
over a lifetime without hope of natural recovery.
4. Clear working area of stones, branches or hidden
obstacles that might be hooked or snagged,
causing injury or damage.
5. Use only in daylight or good articial light.
6. Be sure machine is properly mounted, adjusted
and in good operating condition.
7. Ensure that all safety shielding and safety signs
are properly installed and in good condition.
2�7 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor
maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
2. Follow good shop practices.
• Keep service
area clean and
dry.
• Be sure electrical
outlets and tools
are properly
grounded.
• Use adequate
light for the job at
hand.
3. Make sure there is
plenty of ventilation. Never operate the engine
in a closed building. The exhaust fumes may
cause asphyxiation.
4. Before working on this machine, place the
machine in "Safe Condition" (pg 10)
5. Never work under equipment unless it is blocked
securely.
6. Always use personal protection devices such
as eye, hand and hearing protectors, when
performing any service or maintenance work.
Use heavy or leather gloves when handling
blades.
7. Where replacement parts are necessary for
periodic maintenance and servicing, genuine
factory replacement parts must be used to restore
your equipment to original specications. The
manufacturer will not be responsible for injuries
or damages caused by use of unapproved parts
and/or accessories.
8. A re extinguisher
and first aid kit
should be kept
readily accessible
while performing
maintenance on
this equipment.
9. Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and screws
and check that all electrical and fuel connections
are properly secured to ensure unit is in a safe
condition.
10. When completing a maintenance or service
function, make sure all safety shields and devices
are installed before placing unit in service.

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2�8 OPERATING SAFETY
1. Please remember it is important that you
read Chipper / Shredder. Clean or replace all
safety signs if they cannot be clearly read and
understood. They are there for your safety, as
well as the safety of others. The safe use of
this machine is strictly up to you, the operator.
2. All things with moving parts are potentially
hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious,
safe-minded operator who recognizes potential
hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
The manufacturer has designed the SMC
Chipper / Shredder to be used with all its safety
equipment properly attached, to minimize the
chance of accidents. Study this manual to make
sure you have all safety equipment attached.
3. Close and secure rotor cover before operating.
4. Close and secure all guards, deectors and
shields before starting and operating.
5. Read and understand operator's manual before
starting. Review safety instructions annually.
6. Personal protection equipment including hearing
protection, hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes,
and gloves are recommended during assembly,
installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining,
repairing, removal, or moving. Do not allow
long hair, loose-tting clothing, or jewellery to
be around moving parts.
7. Never place any part of your body where it would
be in danger if movement should occur during
assembly, installation, operation, maintenance,
repairing, unplugging or moving.
8. Before servicing, adjusting, repairing or
unplugging: perform the "safe condition"
procedure:
• disengage the drive
• shut off the engine
• ensure components have stopped moving�
• block & chock the wheels
9. Do not run machine inside a closed building to
prevent asphyxiation from engine exhaust.
10. Use care when feeding material into chipper.
Do not send metal, bottles, cans, rocks, glass or
other foreign material into wood chipper. If foreign
material enters chipper, stop using the machine,
perform the "safe condition" procedure�
Inspect machine for damaged or loose parts
before resuming work.
11. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
can hinder alertness or coordination while
operating this equipment. Consult your doctor
about operating this machine while taking
prescription medications.
12. During transport, do not allow riders on this
machine at any time. There is no safe place
for any riders.
13. Never allow children or unauthorized people to
operate or be around this machine.
14. Do not reach into rotor or feed hopper openings
when the engine is running. Install and secure
access covers before starting engine.
15. Keep the working area clean and free of debris
to prevent tripping. Operate only on level
ground.
16. Do not point discharge at people, animals or
buildings. Rotor can expel wood chips fast
enough to cause injury.
17. Do not move or transport chipper when the rotor
is turning.
18. Do not exceed a safe travel speed when
transporting.

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2�9 GAS MOTOR SAFETY
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ
AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING
AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
THAT CAME WITH YOUR ENGINE�
WARNING: DO NOT
1. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odourless and deadly poison.
2. DO NOT place hands or feet near moving or
rotating parts.
3. DO NOT store, spill, or use gasoline near
an open ame, or devices such as a stove,
furnace, or water heater which use a pilot light
or devices which can create a spark.
4. DO NOT refuel indoors where area is not well
ventilated. Outdoor refuelling is preferred.
5. DO NOT refuel while engine is running. Allow
engine to cool for 5 minutes before refuelling.
Store fuel in approved safety containers.
6. DO NOT remove fuel tank cap while engine
is running.
7. DO NOT operate engine if gasoline is spilled.
Move machine away from the spill and
avoid creating any ignition until gasoline has
evaporated.
8. DO NOT smoke while lling fuel tank.
9. DO NOT choke carburettor to stop engine.
Whenever possible, gradually reduce engine
speed before stopping.
10. DO NOT run engine above rated speeds. This
may result in injury.
11. DO NOT tamper with governor springs,
governor links or other parts which may
increase the governed speed.
12. DO NOT tamper with the engine speed selected
by the original equipment manufacturer.
13. DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or
spark plug wire removed.
14. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.
If engine is ooded, crank until engine starts.
15. DO NOT strike ywheel with a hard object or
metal tool as this may cause ywheel to shatter
in operation. Use proper tools to service engine.
16. DO NOT operate engine without a mufer.
Inspect periodically and replace, if necessary.
If engine is equipped with a mufer deector,
inspect periodically and replace, if necessary
with correct deector.
17. DO NOT operate engine with an accumulation
of grass, leaves, dirt or other combustible
materials in the mufer area.
18. DO NOT use this engine on any forest covered,
brush covered, or grass covered unimproved
land unless a spark arrester is installed on
the mufer. The arrester must be maintained
in effective working order by the operator. In
the state of California the above is required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal land.
19. DO NOT touch hot mufer, cylinder or ns
because contact may cause burns.
20. DO NOT run engine with air cleaner or air
cleaner cover removed.
WARNING: DO
1. ALWAYS DO remove the wire from the spark
plug when servicing the engine or equipment
to prevent accidental starting.
2. DO keep cylinder ns and governor parts free of
grass and other debris which can affect engine
speed.
3. DO examine mufer periodically to be sure it is
functioning effectively. A worn or leaking mufer
should be repaired or replaced as necessary.
4. DO use fresh gasoline. Stale fuel can gum
carburettor and cause leakage.
5. DO check fuel lines and ttings frequently for
cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
6. DO turn off the fuel valve for transport or storage.

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2�10 SIGN-OFF FORM
Surgemaster follows the general Safety Standards specied by the International Standards Organization
(ISO) and the Occupational Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will be using and/or maintaining
the Chipper-Shredder 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 Chipper-Shredder until such information has been reviewed.
Annually review this information before the season start-up.
Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your equipment.
We feel that an untrained operator is unqualied to use this machine.
A sign-off sheet is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be working with the
equipment have read and understand the information in the Operator’s Manual and have been instructed
in the operation of the equipment.
EMPLOYEES SIGNATURE EMPLOYERS SIGNATURE
SIGN-OFF FORM
DATE

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3 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.
5. Safety signs are available from your authorized Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory.
Z94120
Z94117
Caution: keep hands and feet out of inlet
and discharge openings while machine is
operating to avoid serious personal injury.
Wait for all moving parts to come to a
complete stop before clearing obstructions .
Caution: machine is extremely
loud in operation. Hearing
protection is required or permanent
damage will occur. Lwa is sound
power level, Leq is the average
sound level.
Caution: ying objects, be aware of and
Stay clear of material discharge chute,
machine can expel wood chips fast enough
to cause injury.
Do not point discharge at people, animals
or buildings.
Z94119
Caution: read and understand ALL safety
and operating instructions in the manual,
read and understand ALL safety labels
located on the machine. The most important
safety device on this equipment is an
informed SAFE operator.
3�2 SAFETY SIGN EXPLANATIONS:
3�1 HOW TO INSTALL SAFETY SIGNS:
• Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.
• Be sure temperature is above 50°F (10°C).
• Determine exact position before you remove the backing paper.
• Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper.
• Align the sign over the specied area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky
backing in place.
• Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the sign in place.
• Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece of sign backing paper.
Caution: Maximum size of material for
the chipper is 75 mm (3.0"). Attempting to
chip anything larger could stall the engine,
damage the chipper or cause personal
injury.
Caution: rotating parts are exposed or
under a guard, do not attempt to reach in
while parts are turning. Keep hands, loose
clothing, and long hair away. Serious injury
will result.
Z94120
Z94117
75mm
3.0”
Z94232
Z94203
Z94127
Z94232
Z94127
Z94204
Caution: Personal Protection
Equipment (PPE) is required
when operating this machine.
Failure to wear PPE will result in
personal injury
Z94116
Caution: Do not operate machine without
shields in place, failure to do so may cause
serious injury or death Replace the shield
before operating equipment.
Z94201
19mm
0.75”
Z94201
Caution: Maximum size of material for
the shredder is 19 mm (0.75"). Attempting
to shred anything larger could stall the
engine, damage the machine or cause
personal injury.

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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.
3�3 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below. Good safety
requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area, or
particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
Z94201
19mm
0.75”
Z94117 Z94120
Z94201 Z94117 Z94120
Z94116
Z94201
19mm
0.75”
Z94117 Z94120
Z94201 Z94117 Z94120
Z94203
Z94120
Z94232 Z94120
Z94203
Z94203
Z94120
Z94232 Z94120
Z94203
Z94119

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4 OPERATION
OPERATING SAFETY
• Please remember it is important that you read
the operator's manual and heed the safety signs
on the SMC Chipper / Shredder. They are there
for your safety, as well as the safety of others.
The safe use of this machine is strictly up to
you, the operator.
• Personal protection equipment including
hearing protection, hard hat, safety glasses,
safety shoes, and gloves are recommended
during assembly, installation, operation,
adjustment, maintaining, repairing, or plugging.
Do not allow long hair, loose-tting clothing, or
jewellery to be around moving parts.
• Before servicing, adjusting, repairing or
unplugging, put the machine in safe mode�
• Do not run machine inside a closed building
to prevent asphyxiation from engine exhaust.
• Use care when feeding material into chipper.
Do not send metal, bottles, cans, rocks, glass
or other foreign material into wood chipper. If
foreign material enters chipper, stop machine,
turn engine off and place ignition key in your
pocket and wait for all moving parts to stop
before removing material and/or unplugging.
Inspect machine for damaged or loose parts
before resuming work.
• Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
can hinder alertness or coordination while
operating this equipment. Consult your doctor
about operating this machine while taking
prescription medications.
• Do not allow riders on this machine at any time.
There is no safe place for any riders.
• Never allow children or unauthorized people
to operate or be around this machine.
• Do not reach into rotor or feed hopper openings
when the engine is running. Install and secure
access covers before starting engine.
• Do not move or transport chipper when the
rotor is turning.
• Do not exceed a safe travel speed when
transporting.
• Keep the working area clean and free of
debris to prevent tripping. Operate only on
level ground.
• Do not point discharge at people, animals or
buildings. Rotor can expel wood chips fast
enough to cause injury.
The Surgemaster SMC34 Chipper / Shredders are
designed to chip and shred, small trees, brush, limbs
and other wood debris. The chipped / shredded
material is ne enough to be composted or used in
a variety of ways.
It is the responsibility of the owner or operator
to read this manual and to train all other
operators before they start working with the
machine� Follow all safety instructions exactly�
Safety is everyone's business� By following
recommended procedures, a safe working
environment is provided for the operator,
bystanders and the area around the work site�
Untrained operators are not qualied to use the
machine�
Many features incorporated into this machine are the
result of suggestions made by customers like you.
Read this manual carefully to learn how to use the
chipper safely and how to set it to provide maximum
eld efciency. By following these instructions in
conjunction with a good maintenance program, your
SMC34 Chipper / Shredder will provide many years
of trouble-free service.
4�1�1 IMPORTANT
Ensure all operators understand how to put the
machine in safe condition before working with this
machine,
• disengage the drive
• shut off the engine
• ensure components have stopped moving�
• block & chock the wheels
4�1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER

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4�2 MACHINE COMPONENTS
The Surgemaster Chipper-Shredder is a rotor with blades and knives for chipping and shredding wood & brush.
Feed hoppers move the material into the rotor for chipping and into the knives for shredding.
The chipper rotor is designed with 2 blades to provide uniform chip size. The shredder rotor is equipped with 3
sets of swinging knives to provide a ne mulch. A chop-block in the shredder compartment shreds the material
as it moves through the machine.
A small gas engine on the frame provides power to the rotor through a V belt drive system. A braking clutch on
the engine stops the rotor when the drive is disengaged.
Lower Rotor Housing
Cut Away View
Chipper
Rotor
Plate
1�5" Standard
Screen
(accessory screens
available)
Brake Clutch
Belt Drive
Discharge Cage /
Guard
Belt Shield
Upper Rotor
Housing
Chipper Chute
Drive Engage
Handle
Honda GC190
Engine
Chop Block
Ledger Blade
Shredder Hopper
Shredder Hopper
Flap Control

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4�3 MACHINE BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on the
Chipper-Shredder when used for the rst time, it is
recommended that the following mechanical items
be checked:
A. After operating for 1 hour:
1. Torque all fasteners and hardware.
2. Check condition of rotor bearings.
3. Check the condition and clearance of the
knives, chop-block and stationary blades.
Adjust or replace as required.
4. Check belt drive system: Tension and
pulley alignment.
5. Check the condition of the hopper gate
in the shredder feed hopper. The hopper
gate must move freely back into position
to ensure the safety of the operator by
preventing wood from ying out.
6. Check for entangled material. Remove all
entangled material before resuming work.
7. Check engine uid levels. Top up as
required.
8. Lubricate all grease ttings.
B. After operating for 10 hours:
1. Repeat steps 1 through 8 listed above.
(Section A)
2. Change engine oil.
3. Go to the normal servicing and maintenance
schedule as dened in the Maintenance
Section.
4�4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Efcient and safe operation of the Surgemaster
Chipper-Shredder requires that each operator
reads and understands the using procedures
and all related safety precautions outlined in this
section. A preoperational checklist is provided for
the operator. It is important for both the personal
safety and maintaining good mechanical condition
that this checklist is followed.
Before operating the Chipper-Shredder and each
time thereafter, the following areas should be
checked off:
Pre-Operation Checklist P
Check and lubricate the machine per the schedule
outline in the Maintenance Section.
Check the rotor housing and discharge chute,.
Remove any blockages, twine, wire or other
material that has become entangled .
Check the condition and clearance of the twig-
breaker, rotor and stationary blades. Adjust or
replace as required.
Check that all bearings turn freely. Replace any
that are rough or seized.
Check and ensure that all covers, guards and
shields are in place, secured and functioning as
designed
Check all fasteners and tighten, and esure your
equipment is working and in good repair.
Check that personal protection equipment
including hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes,
safety vest, hearing protection and gloves are used
and in good repair.
Check that all loose fitting clothing or jewellery is
not worn and loose long hair is tied back.

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4�5 CONTROLS
Please review this section to familiarize yourself with the location and function of each control before starting.
Familiarizing yourself with the controls will enable you to take advantage of all the features available on the
SMC and apply them as conditions demand.
Before starting to work, all operators should familiarize themselves with the location and function of controls.
4�5�1 ENGINE:
A Honda and GC190 Honda engine is used on the SMC32S. Controls on the engine are shown il-
lustrated below.
Always read the manufacturers engine operator's manual before starting work for more detailed
instructions and maintenance�
Throttle / Ignition Switch:
GC engines are equipped with a
throttle, slide it up to increase en-
gine RPM, down to decrease.
To shut the engine off, move the
throttle to the very bottom position.
Choke:
The choke controls the fuel/air
mixture to the engine. Close the
choke when starting if the engine
is cold. (pull out) Open the choke
as the engine warms.(push in)
Always open the choke fully during
operation.
Starting rope:
This retracting rope and T-bar is used to
turn the engine over for starting. Grasp
the T-bar rmly and pull the rope sharply
to start the engine.