Briggs & Stratton PRO6500 Before Starting the Engine, Add Fuel, Add Engine Oil, When Adding Fuel

2.Slide axle through both axle mounting brackets on cradle frame, as shown in Figure 1.

3.Slide a wheel over the axle.

NOTE: Be sure to install both wheels with the air pressure valve on the outboard side.

4.Slide a flat washer over the axle and place the e-ring onto the groove in the axle.

5.Place one end of the needle nose pliers on the bottom of the axle and the other end of the pliers on top of the e-ring. Seat the e-ring by pressing the pliers closed.

6.Repeat step 3 through 5 to secure second wheel.

7.Remove the temporary blocks.

8.Attach the vibration mounts to the support leg with 1/4-20 x 3/4” capscrews and 1/4-20 lock nuts.

9.To aid support leg assembly, rest generator on cradle, engine end down. Remove the existing hardware from the left unit vibration mount with 13mm wrench. Use the same hardware to attach the support leg.

10.Attach the other side of the support leg with a M8 x 20 mm cap screw and M8 lock nut. Rest generator on wheels and support leg.

11.Attach handles to handle brackets on generator frame, as shown in Figure 1, with M8 x 45 mm capscrews, flat washers, nylon washers, and M8 lock nuts.

NOTE: Be sure to install the nylon washers between the handle brackets on the generator frame and the brackets on the handle assembly.

12.Loop handle pins to generator frame as shown in Figure 1. Raise handles and insert handle pins to move generator.

13.Check each fastener to ensure it is secure and the tires are inflated between 15-40 PSI.

CAUTION

Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended oil will result in equipment failure.

•Refer to engine manual for oil fill information.

•Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warranty.

NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to engine owner’s manual for recommendations.

NOTE: The generator assembly rotates on a prelubricated and sealed ball bearing that requires no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing.

Add Fuel

NOTE: This gasoline engine is certified to operate on

gasoline. Exhaust Emission Control System: EM (Engine Modifications).

WARNING

Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

WHEN ADDING FUEL

•Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.

•Fill fuel tank outdoors.

•DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.

•Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.

•DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.

1.Use clean, fresh, regular UNLEADED fuel with a minimum of 85 octane with equipment. DO NOT use fuel which contains Methanol. DO NOT mix oil with fuel.

2.Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Add Engine Oil

•Place generator on a level surface.

•Refer to engine owner’s manual and follow oil recommendations and instructions.

3.Slowly add regular unleaded fuel to fuel tank. Be careful not to fill above the baffle.This allows adequate space for fuel expansion (Figure 2).

Figure 2 — Typical Fuel Expansion Space