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Generac MLT6 Generator Set

The Generac MLT6 is a 6 kW (6 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Mitsubishi L3E engine. It is available at 120 V and 240 V, 1Ø, 60 Hz and rated 50 A. It holds about 4.7 L (1.2 gal) of oil and 4.3 L (1.1 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 120 °C. Starting uses 1 group-24 battery rated 440 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 3000×2600×700 mm (118.1×102.4×27.6 in), weighs about 594 kg (1310 lb) and produces 63 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 154.5 L (40.8 gal), roughly 67 hours of runtime.

6 kW
Standby
0.95 L
Displacement
4.7 L
Oil capacity
3
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Service parts for the MLT6

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Oil system

1 required

Prices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power6 kW
Standby kVA6
Prime power8 kW
Emissions4 Final
ControllerPower Zone–DLA (If Equipped), PowerZone–DLA
Oil capacity4.7 L
AlternatorMarathon 201CSA5423
Voltage options120 V, 240 V
Phase1Ø
Rated current50 (120V) / 25 (240V) A
Power factor1
Circuit breaker30 A
Battery group24
Battery cranking440 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity4.3 L
Max ambient[120, 104] °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3000×2600×700 mm
Dry weight594 kg
Wet weight726 kg
Sound level63.0 dBA @ 7 (23 ft) m
Fuel tank154.5 L
Tank runtime67 hr

Engine

Mitsubishi L3E
Oil capacity5.0 L
Coolant capacity4.3 L
Displacement0.95 L
AspirationNatural
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the Mitsubishi L3E

2

Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Oil filterP502007Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowMITSUBISHI 30A4000100, MITSUBISHI 30A4000100A, NAPA 67356, BALDWIN B1402 FridayParts $13.99

Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Fuel / water separatorP551423Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-OnMITSUBISHI D070001, NAPA 3531, NAPA 600091, NAPA 600092 KuduParts $18.00 FridayParts $20.00

Maintenance & consumables

for the Mitsubishi L3E
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterControl panel access door—
Fuel filter—1000 hr
Oil filterFull flow, spin-on type76650254301000 hr Amazon eBay $22.12 PartsGeek $7.98 NAPA $13.30
BatteryDisconnect—
Belt—1000 hr
Coolant4.3—800 hr
Coolant filter—
Oil5.2—1000 hr
Spark plug—1000 hr

Compatible filters for the Mitsubishi L3E — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Air filter: Kubota K318182240 Kubota K318182250 Donaldson P778979 Donaldson P780018 Wix 49978

Service intervals

10
ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
Battery conditionInspect1 hrMitsubishi schedule
Leveling jacksLubricate1 hrAs required (Mitsubishi) / 750 hr (Kubota)
Belt and belt tensionAdjust750 hrFirst service — First 50 Hr (Mitsubishi)
Load Bank Resistor resistanceTest750 hr30 Ohm ± 10% (Mitsubishi)
OilChange1000 hrMLT6SMDS, MLT6SMD, MLT6SK, MLT6SM
Oil filterReplace1000 hrFirst service — Maximum service interval
Wheel bearing lubricationLubricate12 moor 12,000 miles (19,312 km)
Wheel bearing play checkCheck6 moJack up trailer and check for play
Winch brake assemblyClean6 moSemi-annually; clean and grease
Winch motor brushesInspect6 moSemi-annually

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Service specifications

5
TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherLoad Bank Resistor resistance30Ohm ± 10%
TorqueWheel lug nuts, first pass20-25ft-lbs (27-33 Nm)first pass
TorqueWheel lug nuts, second pass50-60ft-lbs (67-81 Nm)second pass
TorqueWheel lug nuts, third pass90-120ft-lbs (122-162 Nm)third pass
VoltageBattery voltage screen normal reading12-14V12 volt systems, engine running

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Procedures

5
Test the PAS diagnostic
  1. Pull the T-handle (valve must be open before testing) OR press the emergency stop button
  2. Confirm valve closed by verifying knob rotated perpendicular to pipe centerline
Changing the Engine Oil maintenance

⚠ Allow engine to cool before draining oil or coolant

  1. Ensure ATS/engine switches OFF before maintenance
  2. Shut down lights and engine
Lubricating Trailer Wheel Bearings maintenance

Tools: grease gun

  1. Remove rubber plug from metal end cap
  2. Attach grease gun fitting to Zerk fitting
  3. Pump grease until fresh grease visible at nozzle
  4. Wipe excess grease and replace rubber plug
Raising the Mast—Manual Winch operation

⚠ Do not extend mast beyond colored mark

⚠ Stop immediately if mast hangs up or cable develops slack

  1. Set up and level the unit
  2. Inspect mast cables for wear/damage; verify centered in pulleys
  3. Rotate mast to desired direction using rotation knob
  4. Rotate winch to slowly extend mast until colored mark on second section is visible
Starting the Unit (Key Switch Models) operation

⚠ Do not continuously crank engine for more than ten seconds

  1. Verify main circuit breaker and light breaker are OFF
  2. Turn key to GLOW PLUG position, hold 5 sec (15 sec max)
  3. Turn key to START position, hold (10 sec max) until engine starts
  4. Release key; it moves to RUN position

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

What size generator is the Generac MLT6?

The Generac MLT6 is rated 6 kW standby (6.0 kVA).

What engine does the Generac MLT6 use?

The Generac MLT6 is powered by the Mitsubishi L3E engine.

Is the Generac MLT6 diesel or gas?

The Generac MLT6 runs on Diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a Generac MLT6?

The Mitsubishi L3E engine in the Generac MLT6 has an oil capacity of 5.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Generac MLT6?

The Generac MLT6 cooling system holds 4.3 liters (1.1 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the Generac MLT6?

The Generac MLT6 is rated 8 kW prime (12 kVA), against 6 kW standby.

How loud is the Generac MLT6?

The Generac MLT6 is rated at 63.0 dBA at 7 (23 ft) m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the Generac MLT6 weigh?

The Generac MLT6 has a dry weight of 594 kg (1309 lb).

How big is the fuel tank on the Generac MLT6?

The Generac MLT6 has a 154.5 liter (41 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 67 hours of runtime.

What voltage does the Generac MLT6 produce?

The Generac MLT6 is offered in 120 V, 240 V, 1Ø-phase.

What battery does the Generac MLT6 use?

The Generac MLT6 uses 1 battery, 12 V each, 440 CCA, group 24, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the Generac MLT6?

The Generac MLT6 uses a Marathon 201CSA5423 alternator.

What oil filter does the Generac MLT6 use?

The Generac MLT6 uses oil filter part number 7665025430.

What air filter does the Generac MLT6 use?

The Generac MLT6 uses air filter part numbers KUBOTA K318182240, KUBOTA K318182250.

Troubleshooting

6

Fault codes

CodeMeaning
000192Engine down

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Alarms, warnings, and engine Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) faults are displayed.When an alarm occurs, the controller automatically switches to this screen and remains there until the alarm is cleared. The Stop LED also flashes.
Low oil pressure shutdownLow oil levelVerify oil level on dipstick. Add oil, if needed.
Oil leaking from engineInspect the engine for leaks.
Oil pressure switch failureRefer to OEM engine operator’s manual to identify corrective action.
High coolant temperature shutdownLow coolant levelAdd coolant if needed. Allow engine to cool, then check coolant level in radiator. Restart engine and check coolant temperature. Stop engine immediately if coolant temperature is 210 °F (99 °C) or more.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full Generac MLT6 troubleshooting guide (16 entries) →

Repair guides

3

Step-by-step procedures compiled from the Generac service manual for this model.

Parts

26
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
01968No AlarmsNo alarms Amazon eBay
01973Alarms ScreenAlarms screen Amazon eBay
02012Home Screen1Home screen Amazon Amazon eBay eBay
02019Maintenance Screen1Maintenance screen Amazon eBay
132-0375Sea Water Pump Impeller kit w/cover & gasketImpeller Amazon eBay FridayParts $26.00
132-0379Sea Water Pump ImpellerImpeller Amazon eBay $29.95
149-2106Fuel Filter1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $34.99 NAPA $61.61 KuduParts $68.00
185-5421Plug, Glow2Glow plug Amazon eBay $35.00
185-5835Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay $21.78 NAPA $3.59 FridayParts $20.19
185-6934V-Belt1Belt Amazon eBay $70.52
185-7268Glow Plug (24 Volt)Glow plug Amazon eBay
300-1500Fuel Filter1Fuel filter Amazon
323-1544Thermostat1Thermostat Amazon eBay
324-1491Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay
324-1542Fuel Injection Pump1Pump Amazon eBay
612-6673Water Pump1Pump Amazon eBay
M1679-2TWO F U E L LINES IN TANK FITTINGFuel line Amazon eBay
02018Shutdown1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
100-3478-02Cruise Kit2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
10000034752LED modules and driversService part / kit Amazon eBay
130-4434Zinc Pencil1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $34.17 NAPA $23.21
185-6721Element, Breather1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
209649Form: SFC626B1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
CS1312-1CROSS-SECTION VIEW HULL STRAINER SEA COCK RECOMMENDED WATER STRAINER OR FILTER FLUSH THROUGH-HULL FITTING TO GENSETService part / kit Amazon Amazon eBay eBay
MILT3060240 VAC 50 Amp Twistlock Outlets1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
MIT3080240 VAC 30 Amp Twistlock Outlets1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $319.99

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Continuous100%2.60.69
Prime8.332.2
Prime0.90.2
Standby2.230.59
Standby0.90.24
Standby100%2.30.6

Available documents

Spec sheet (Generac)Spec sheet — GENERAC-MLT6 (Generac)Reference (Generac)Reference — 201901484-gold-mine-case-study web (Generac)Reference — Generac MLT6SMDS SPEC 10000034752-B (Generac)Owner's manual (Generac)Owner's manual — 10000017442 (Generac)Owner's manual — 10000030340 (Generac)Owner's manual — 10000034714 (Generac)Owner's manual — 17973 (Generac)Owner's manual — B3091911 MANUAL (Generac)

This page was generated from the 11 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.

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