Other Storage Tips; Battery Service; Battery Replacement - Generac Power Systems XG 6500 Watt Series Owner's Manual

Battery Service

Avoid spray from spark plug hole when

cranking engine.
• Install and tighten spark plug. Do not connect the spark plug
wire.
• Clean the generator outer surfaces. Check that cooling air slots
and openings on generator are open and unobstructed.
• Store the unit in a clean, dry place.

3.8 OTHER STORAGE TIPS

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
• Replace any gasoline can that starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in
the gasoline will cause problems with the carburetor and fuel
system.
• If possible, store the unit indoors and cover it to give protection
from dust and dirt. Cover the unit with a suitable protective
cover that does not retain moisture.
• BE SURE TO EMPTY THE FUEL TANK. If it is not practical
to empty the fuel tank and the unit is to be stored for some
time, use a commercially available fuel stabilizer added to the
gasoline to increase the life of the gasoline.
NEVER cover the generator while engine and

exhaust area are warm.

4.1 BATTERY REPLACEMENT

The battery shipped with the generator has been fully charged.
A battery may lose some of its charge when not in use for
prolonged periods of time. If the battery is unable to crank
the engine, plug in the 12V charger included in the accessory
box (see the Charging a Battery section). RUNNING THE
GENERATOR DOES NOT CHARGE THE BATTERY.
The battery shipped with the generator has been provided fully
charged. To replace the battery (See Figure 16):
• Remove the side panel as shown. Remove the four bolts
securing the fuel tank.
• Turn the fuel valve on the control panel to the "OFF" position. Pull
the fuel tank back slightly and remove the fuel hose that runs
from the engine to the fuel valve.
Drain fuel into approved container outdoors, away from

open flame. Be sure engine is cool. Do not smoke in the
vicinity or light a cigarette.
16
NOTE:
• Disconnect the recovery hose from the rollover valve. Push the
hose through the grommet in the corner of the fuel tank. This
will allow for removal of the fuel tank.
• Push the fuel valve from the control panel and remove the fuel
tank.
• Remove the battery wire connections (black wire first) and the
battery hold-down bracket.
• Replace the battery, connecting the RED wire to the POSITIVE
(+) terminal and the BLACK wire to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal
Start all four screws on the side panel before tightening or it
may not be possible to get all the screws in place.
Figure 16 – Battery Removal
ENGINE
STARTING
BATTERY
SIDE
PANEL
NOTE:
FUEL TANK
ASSEMBLY
BATTERY
BRACKET