Generac 6500XL owner manual Specifications, General Maintenance Recommendations, Sto Rag E

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SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum SurgeWatts

10,500 watts

Continuous Wattage Capacity

6,500 watts

Power Factor

1.0

Rated Maximum Continuous AC Load Current:

At 120Volts

54.2 Amps

At 240 Volts

27. I Amps

Phase

I-phase

Rated Frequency

60 Hertz

FuelTank Capacity

7 U.S.gallons

ShippingWeight

200 Ibs.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS

The Owner/Operator is responsible for making sure that all periodic maintenance tasks are completed on a timely basis;that all discrepancies are corrected; and that the unit is kept clean and properly stored. Never operate a damaged or defective generator.

Engine Maintenance

Seeengine owner'smanual for instructions.

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contact with used motor oil. Used motor oil has

AUTION!

Avoid prolonged or repeated skin

 

been shown to cause skin cancer in certain

 

laboratory animals.Thoroughly wash exposed areas

 

with soap and water.

 

KEEPOUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON'T

 

POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES.RETURN

 

USED OILTO

COLLECTION CENTERS.

Generator Maintenance

Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry environment where it will not be exposed to excessive dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air slots in the generator must not become clogged with snow, leavesor any other foreign material.

NOTE: Do Not use a garden hose to clean generator. Water can enter engine fuel system and cause problems. In addition, if water enters generator through cooling air slots, some of the water will be retained in voids and cracks of the rotor and stator winding insulation.Water

and dirt buildup on the generator internal windings will

eventually decrease the insulation resistance of these

windings.

To Clean the Generator

Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

A soft bristle brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt or oil.

A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up loose dirt and debris.

Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) may be used to blow awaydirt. Inspect cooling air slots and opening on generator.These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed.

STO RAG E

The generator should be started at least once every seven claysand allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than

30 days,use the following guidelines to prepare it for storage.

Generator Storage

Clean the generator as outlined in "To Clean the Generator"

Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator are open and unobstructed.

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CAUTION!

covers can be flammable.

 

Do Not place Storagestorage cover over a hot

generator. Let the unit coot for a sufficient time before placing the cover on the unit.

Engine Storage

Seeengine owner'smanual for instructions.

Other Storage Tips

Do Not store gasoline from one season to another.

Replace fuel container if it starts to rust. Rust andlor dirt in fuel can cause problems if it's used with this unit.

Store in clean and dry area.

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6500XL specifications

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