Section 2 - General Information; Unpacking; Assembly - Generac Power Systems HomeLink 6500 Series Owner's Manual

General Information
Section 2
2.1 — U
NPACKING
• Remove all packaging material.
• Remove separate items.
• Remove the generator from carton.
2.1.1 — Documents and Accessories
(not shown)
Check all contents. If any parts are missing or damaged,
call 1-888-436-3722.
• Product Registration Card
• Warranty and Emission Sheets
• 1 - Owner's Manual
• 1 - Quart Oil - SAE 30W
• 1 - Battery Charger
• 1 - Oil Funnel
• 1 - Manual Transfer Switch
2.1.2 — Loose Components
• 1 - Hardware Bag (containing the following):
— 2 - Cotter Pins A
( )
— 2 - Washers (B)
— 2 - Never-Flat Wheels (C)
— 2 - Axle Pins (D)
— 2 - Frame Foot Assembly (E)
— 4 - Hex Flanged Nuts (M8) (F)
— 4 - Hex Bolts (M8) (G)
— 1 - Handle Assembly (L) (not in hardware bag)
— 2 - Hex Bolt (M8 X 55 mm) (M)
— 4 - Washer, Nylon (N)
— 2 - Nut, Hex Lock (P)
2.2 — A
SSEMBLY
The generator requires some assembly prior to usage. If
problems arise when assembling the generator, call 1-
888-436-3722.
2.2.1 — Required Tools
— 1 - Ratchet wrench
— 1 - 13 mm socket
— 2 - 8 mm wrenches
— 1 - 13 mm wrench
— 1 - Needle nosed pliers
HomeLink 6500 Series Portable Generator
2.2.2 — Installing Wheels
NOTE: The wheels are not intended for over-the-road
use.
1. Install the Wheels as follows (Figure 2-1):
— Slide the Axle Pin through the Wheel, Wheel
Bracket on the frame and a 5/8" Flat Washer.
— Insert the Cotter Pin through the Axle Pin. Use the
needle nosed pliers to bend open to lock in place.
Figure 2-1. Wheel Assembly
2.2.3 — Installing Frame Feet
2. Install the Frame Foot Assemblies as shown (Figure
2-2).
— Slide the M8 Hex Bolts through the holes in the
Frame Rail.
— Slide the Frame Foot onto the Hex Head Bolts.
Then install the Locking Flange Nuts. Tighten
securely using a ratchet, 13 mm socket and 13
mm wrench.
F
Figure 2-2. Frame Foot Assemblies
C
A B
G
E
D
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