Generac Power Systems HomeLink 6500 Series, Owner'S Manual

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HomeLink 6500 Series Portable Generator 7
2.4.2 — Engine Specifications
Displacement ........................................................ 389 cc
Spark Plug Type ................................... Champion N9YC
Spark Plug Gap ....... 0.028-0.031 inch or (0.70-0.80 mm)
Fuel Capacity ................................7.5 gallons/ 28.4 liters
Oil Type................................................see Section 2.6.1
Oil Capacity..................................1.06 Quarts (1.0 liters)
Run Time at 50% Load ..................................... 12 Hours
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Compare the generator to Figures 2-5 through 2-7 to
become familiarized with the locations of various controls
and adjustments.
Read the Owner’s Manual and Safety Rules before
operating this generator.
1. 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle –
Supplies electrical power for the operation of 120
and/or 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz
electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
2. Hour Meter - Tracks hours of operation to perform
required maintenance.
3. Circuit Breakers (AC) – A 2-pole circuit breaker pro-
tects the rated output of the 30 Amp Twistlock outlet.
Each duplex receptacle is provided with a push-to-
reset circuit breaker to protect against electrical over-
load.
4. 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp GFCI Duplex Outlets – Sup-
plies electrical power for the operation of 120 Volt
AC, 20 Amp, single-phase, 60 Hz, electrical lighting,
appliance, tool and motor loads. It also provides pro-
tection with an integral Ground Fault Circuit Inter-
rupter, complete with a press to “Test” and “Reset”
button.
5. Off/Run/Start Switch – Controls the operation of the
generator.
6. Battery Charger Input – Permits recharging of the
battery. A 12 volt charger is included. A 1.50 Amp in-
line fuse is located behind the control panel to protect
the battery when charging.
Figure 2-5. Control Panel
7. Grounding Location - Ground the generator to an
approved earth ground here. See “Grounding the
Generator” for details.
8. Muffler – Quiets the engine.
9. Fuel Cap - Remove to fill fuel tank.
10. Recovery Hose - vapor tube between roll over valve
and the engine.
11. Choke Lever - Used when starting a cold engine.
12. Air Filter - Filters into air as it is drawn into the
engine.
13. Recoil Starter – Used to start engine manually.
14. Fuel Valve - Turns fuel supply on and off.
15. Handle – Used to transport generator.
16. Fuel Gauge - Shows fuel level in tank.
17. Roll Over Valve - Passes fuel vapors to the engine.
18. Fuel Tank - holds fuel supply.
19. Oil Drain - Drain plug for removing used oil from the
crankcase.
20. Oil Fill/Dipstick - Check oil level and add oil here.
21. Battery - Provides power for electric starter.
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