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Parts Included*
• Generator
• Wheel kit
• Storage Cover
• Battery charge cables
• Spare Spark Plug, Air Filter, and Oil Filter
• Spark Plug Wrench
• (2) Locking 30 Amp plugs
• Engine oil
• Owner's manual
• Engine manual
*If any parts are missing or damaged, call 1-800-270-1408.
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Model No. 9779-4 (6,500 Watt AC Generator) Manual No. 189417GS Revision 0 (09/04/2001)
Owner's Manual
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Table of Contents
Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Know Your Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Product Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-19
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Last Page
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Owner’s Manual Parts Included* Table of Contents Safety Rules ........2-3 •... -
Page 2: Safety Rules
6500XL Extended Life Generator EQUIPMENT SAFETY RULES DESCRIPTION This generator set was designed and manufactured for specific applications. Do Not attempt to modify the unit or This generator is an engine–driven, revolving field, use it for any application it was not designed for. If you have alternating current (AC) generator. - Page 3 6500XL Extended Life Generator • The generator produces a very powerful voltage that can • Never operate the generator: cause serious injury or death by electrocution. Never in rain; in any enclosed compartment; when connected touch bare wires or receptacles. Never permit a child or electrical devices overheat;...
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Page 4: Assembly
6500XL Extended Life Generator Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for INSTALL WHEEL KIT use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil and fuel. The wheel kit is designed to greatly improve the portability of your generator. - Page 5 6500XL Extended Life Generator • With the wheels on, you can now lift up the handle end • Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the generator and attach the support leg with 20mm cap screws and engine. Do Not use premium gasoline. Do Not mix oil lock nuts.
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Page 6: Know Your Generator
6500XL Extended Life Generator KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. - Page 7 6500XL Extended Life Generator OPERATING THE Place the choke lever in the “Full” choke position (Figure 7). GENERATOR Figure 7 — Choke Lever CAUTION! Never start or stop unit with electrical loads connected AND with the connected devices turned ON.
- Page 8 6500XL Extended Life Generator Stopping the Engine Your generator has the capability of recharging a discharged 12 Volt automotive or utility style storage battery. Do Not • Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel use the unit to charge any 6 Volt batteries. Do Not use the receptacles.
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Page 9: Operation
6500XL Extended Life Generator COLD WEATHER • Ensure a minimum of two feet clearance between open side of box and nearest object. OPERATION • Face exposed end away from wind and elements. • Enclosure should hold enough heat created by the Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below generator to prevent problems. - Page 10 6500XL Extended Life Generator 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking 120 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle Receptacle Use a NEMA L14–30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a Use a NEMA L5-30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a 4–wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps 3-wire cord set rated for 125 Volts AC at 30 Amps to the (or greater) (Figure 11).You can use the same 4–wire cord...
- Page 11 6500XL Extended Life Generator DON'T OVERLOAD YOUR Plug in and turn on the next load. Again, permit the generator to stabilize. GENERATOR Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional load. Never add more loads than the generator capacity.Take special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity, Capacity as described above.
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Page 12: Product Specifications
6500XL Extended Life Generator SPECIFICATIONS and dirt buildup on the generator internal windings will eventually decrease the insulation resistance of these Maximum Surge Watts ....10,500 watts windings. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting
6500XL Extended Life Generator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Circuit breaker is open. Reset circuit breaker. Engine is running, but Poor connection or defective cord set. Check and repair. no AC output is Connected device is bad. Connect another device that is in good available. -
Page 14: Schematic
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Page 15: Wiring Diagram
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Page 16: Replacement Parts
6500XL Extended Life Generator EXPLODED VIEW – MAIN UNIT... - Page 17 6500XL Extended Life Generator PARTS LIST – MAIN UNIT Item Part # Qty Description Item Part # Qty Description 1 ENGINE 43 B4363GS 1 CAP, Fuel Gauge A92531GS 1 SUPPORT, Support 44 B1998GS 1 TANK, ASM, 7- Gal (Includes A92731GS 1 SUPPORT, Engine &...
- Page 18 6500XL Extended Life Generator EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST – CONTROL PANEL Item Part # Qty Description Item Part # Qty Description A92070GS 1 PANEL, Control 14 43437GS 1 OUTLET, 120V/240V, 30A 23897GS 4 FLAT WASHER, #10 M5 Locking 49226GS...
- Page 19 6500XL Extended Life Generator EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST – WHEEL KIT Item Part # Qty Description Item Part # Qty Description BB5586GS 2 HANDLE 52858GS 4 NUT, Lock M8 B4966GS 2 WHEEL 10 22247GS 2 WASHER,Wheel 93693GGS 1 AXLE 11 39253GS 2 CAPSCREW, Hex Hd.
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Page 20: Warranty
FOR PORTABLE GENERATORS GENERAC PORTABLE PRODUCTS, LLC (hereafter referred to as the COMPANY) warrants to the original purchaser that the components in its portable generator will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the items and period set forth below from the date of original purchase.This warranty does not include the gasoline engine when furnished or attached because...
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