Generac HomeLink 6500 Series Generator Set

⚠ Start all six screws before tightening or it will not be possible to get all the screws in place.

Tools: Feeler gauges, Wrenches

1. Make sure the engine is at room temperature (60° - 80° F / 15.55° - 26.66° C).
2. Remove spark plug wire(s) and spark plug(s).
3. Remove the six screws attaching the valve cover(s).
4. Bring the piston to Top Dead Center (TDC) of its compression stroke (both valves closed).
5. Insert a 0.006 in. (0.15 mm) feeler gauge for intake; 0.008 in. (0.20 mm) for exhaust, between rocker arm and valve stem.
6. To adjust: hold the rocker arm pivot with a wrench and loosen the pivot lock nut.
7. Turn the rocker arm pivot to obtain the specified valve clearance.
8. Hold the rocker pivot with a wrench and tighten the lock nut to 69 ft./lbs. (7.8 Nm).
9. Install new valve cover gasket.
10. Attach the valve cover. Torque fasteners to 20-48 in./lbs. (2.3-5.4 Nm) in a cross pattern.
11. Attach the spark plug boot to the spark plug.

Tools: Ratchet wrench, 13 mm socket, 13 mm wrench

1. Slide the M8 Hex Bolts through the holes in the Frame Rail.
2. Slide the Frame Foot onto the Hex Head Bolts, then install the Locking Flange Nuts.
3. Tighten securely using a ratchet, 13 mm socket and 13 mm wrench.

Tools: Ratchet wrench, 13 mm socket, 13 mm wrench

1. Place the handle brackets between the frame tabs. Place a flat washer on the inside of each frame tab.
2. Slide bolts through the handle brackets, washers and tabs.
3. Place a nut on each bolt and tighten securely using a ratchet, 13 mm socket and 13 mm wrench.

⚠ The wheels are not intended for over-the-road use.

Tools: Needle nosed pliers

1. Slide the Axle Pin through the Wheel, Wheel Bracket on the frame and a 5/8" Flat Washer.
2. Insert the Cotter Pin through the Axle Pin. Use the needle nosed pliers to bend open to lock in place.

⚠ Any attempt to start the engine before it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil may result in an engine failure.

1. Place generator on a level surface (not to exceed 15° in any direction).
2. Clean area around oil fill and remove oil fill cap/dipstick.
3. Wipe dipstick clean.
4. Slowly fill engine with oil through the oil fill opening; stop occasionally to check level.
5. Fill until the level is at the upper mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill.
6. Install oil fill cap and finger tighten securely.
7. Check engine oil level before starting each time thereafter.

⚠ Never fill fuel tank indoors.

⚠ Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot.

⚠ Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always leave room for fuel expansion.

1. Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the generator engine. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
2. Do not use gasoline with more than 10% alcohol such as E85 or ethanol.
3. Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.
4. Slowly add unleaded gasoline to fuel tank. Be careful not to overfill.
5. Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.

1. Remove air filter cover retaining screw (A) and cover (B).
2. Wash air filter (C) in soapy water. Squeeze filter dry in clean cloth (DO NOT TWIST).
3. Clean air filter cover before installing it.
4. Tighten air filter cover screw securely.

⚠ Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas while recharging.

⚠ Do not permit smoking, open flame, sparks or any other source of heat around a battery.

1. Plug charger into Battery Charger Input jack (6), located on the control panel.
2. Plug wall receptacle end of the battery charger into a 120 Volt AC wall outlet.
3. Unplug battery charger from wall outlet and control panel jack when generator is going to be in use.

Tools: 8 mm wrenches

1. Disconnect and remove the battery mounting hardware (8mm) and BLACK wire from the NEGATIVE (-) terminal.
2. Move the red protective boot and disconnect the mounting hardware (8mm) and RED wire from the POSITIVE (+) terminal.
3. Remove the two screws and bracket from the battery tray. Remove the battery.
4. Place the new battery in the tray. Secure with the bracket and two mounting screws.
5. Reconnect the RED wire to the POSITIVE (+) terminal and the BLACK wire to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal.

Tools: Pliers

1. Turn fuel valve off.
2. Using a pliers, squeeze the clamp and slide it back from the fuel valve; remove the hose from the fuel valve fitting.
3. Slide both clamps away from the fuel filter fittings. Clamps can be reused.
4. Remove the short hose from the fuel filter, then remove the filter from the longer hose.
5. Place the new filter on the longer hose. The larger end (with the red dot) must face towards the fuel valve.
6. Place the short length of hose on the filter, then the other end on the fuel valve.
7. Place both clamps back onto the fittings of the filter and fuel valve.

⚠ Never insert any object or tool through the air cooling slots, even if the engine is not running.

⚠ DO NOT use a garden hose to clean generator.

Tools: Damp cloth, Soft bristle brush, Vacuum cleaner

1. Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
2. A soft, bristle brush may be used to loosen caked on dirt, oil, etc.
3. A vacuum cleaner may be used to pick up loose dirt and debris.
4. Low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi/1.72 bar) may be used to remove dirt.
5. Inspect cooling air slots and openings; openings must be kept clean and unobstructed.

⚠ Avoid spray from spark plug hole when cranking engine.

⚠ Allow unit to cool entirely before storage.

⚠ NEVER cover the generator while engine and exhaust areas are warm.

1. Treat the fuel with a commercially available fuel stabilizer. Operate the engine for 10-15 minutes.
2. Turn the fuel valve off and run the unit until it shuts down.
3. Drain oil from crankcase. Refill with recommended grade oil.
4. Remove spark plug and pour about 1/2 ounce (15 ml) of engine oil into the cylinder.
5. Cover spark plug hole with rag. Pull the recoil starter several times to lubricate piston rings and cylinder bore.
6. Install and tighten spark plug. Do not connect spark plug wire.
7. Clean the unit's outer surfaces. Check that cooling air slots and openings are open and unobstructed.
8. Store the unit in a clean, dry place.