Service parts for the XD5000E
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Air intake
1 requiredFuel system
1 requiredOil system
1 requiredBelts
1 requiredCooling system
1 requiredPrices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 5000 kW |
| Prime power | 5 kW |
| Emissions | EPA Tier 4 Final |
| Oil capacity | 1.6 L |
| Voltage options | 120/240 V |
| Phase | Single Phase |
| Rated current | 20.8 Amps @ 240V; 41.7 Amps @ 120V A |
| Power factor | 20.8 |
| Circuit breaker | 23 Amp (Main Breaker) A |
| Battery group | U1 |
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Battery quantity | 1 |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 840×570×650 mm |
| Dry weight | 114 kg |
| Fuel tank | 45.4 L |
| Tank runtime | 32 Hours hr |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Yanmar LW Series| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Air Filter | G1000-0001 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Fuel filter | Fuel Filter | G1000-0003 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Oil filter | Oil Filter | G1000-0002 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Battery | Purchase locally, not included | — | 1000 hr | ||
| Belt | Belt | G1000-0005 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Coolant | — | ||||
| Coolant filter | Coolant Filter | G1000-0004 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Oil | SAE 10W-30 | 1.6 L | — | 200 hr | |
| Spark plug | — |
Service intervals
18| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil level | Check | 8 hr | at each use / every 8 hours of operation | |
| Hour meter oil change alert | Other | 100 hr | CHG OIL display illuminates every 100 hours (hour meter alert) | |
| Air cleaner filter | Clean | 200 hr | Every 200 hours or every season; more often under dirty/dusty conditions | |
| Air cleaner filter | Inspect | 200 hr | every 200 hours or every season; clean more often in dirty/dusty conditions | |
| Engine oil and oil filter | Change | 200 hr | First service — change after first 50 hours, then every season; every month under heavy load or high temperature | |
| Engine speed control | Check | 200 hr | every 200 hours or every season | |
| Fuel tank / outlet fuel filter | Drain | 200 hr | drain fuel tank and replace outlet fuel filter every 200 hours or every season | |
| Fuel tank and outlet fuel filter | Drain | 200 hr | Every 200 hours or every season; drain fuel tank & replace outlet fuel filter | |
| Hour meter service alert | Other | 200 hr | SVC display illuminates every 200 hours (hour meter alert - service air filter) | |
| Oil and oil filter | Change | 200 hr | Every 200 hours or every season; change after first 50 hours then every season; more often under heavy load/high temp | |
| Valve clearance | Adjust | 400 hr | First service — check and adjust if necessary after first 50 hours, then every 400 hours thereafter | |
| Valve clearance | Check | 400 hr | First service — Every 400 hours thereafter (also check every season) | |
| Compression | Check | 1000 hr | ||
| Engine compression | Check | 1000 hr | ||
| Fuel injection nozzle | Inspect | 1500 hr | inspect, clean and test | |
| Fuel hoses | Check | 2000 hr | check and replace | |
| Generator start/run during storage | Test | 1 mo | Start and run the generator for 30 minutes every 30 days during storage | |
| Stored fuel treatment test | Test | 3 mo | Test stored fuel every 90 days and provide additional treatment if required |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Recommended fluids
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | SAE 20W-40 | CI-4 or CJ-4 | 1.6 L (1.7 qt) | Recommended for general, all-temperature use; viscosity chart also lists SAE 15W-40, 20W, 30, 40, 10W-30, 10W by ambient temperature from -20°C to 40°C | |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W | -20°C to 0°C | 1.6 L (1.7 qt) | see viscosity chart | |
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-30 | -20°C to 20°C | 1.6 L (1.7 qt) | see viscosity chart | |
| Engine oil | SAE 15W-40 | -10°C to 40°C | 1.6 L (1.7 qt) | see viscosity chart | |
| Engine oil | SAE 20W | -10°C to 30°C | 1.6 L (1.7 qt) | see viscosity chart (appears twice on chart for different temperature bands) | |
| Engine oil | SAE 30 | 0°C to 40°C | 1.6 L (1.7 qt) | see viscosity chart | |
| Engine oil | SAE 40 | 10°C to 40°C | 1.6 L (1.7 qt) | see viscosity chart | |
| Engine oil | SAE 20W-40 (general, all-temperature); chart also lists SAE 15W-40, 20W, 30, 40 (mineral) and SAE 10W-30, 20W, 10W (synthetic) by ambient temperature | API service class CI-4 or CJ-4 | 20°C to 40°C | 1.6 L (1.7 qt) | Temperature scale on chart: -20°C/-4°F to 40°C/104°F |
| Fuel | Diesel | 45.4 L (12 U.S. gallons) | always treat diesel fuel for long-term storage with approved fuel additive and water abatement material; test stored fuel every 90 days | ||
| Fuel | No. 2D diesel (above freezing); blend of No.1D and No.2D below freezing | Sulfur content max 15 ppm; minimum Cetane index of 40 | 45.4 L (12 U.S. gallons) | Do not use home heating oil or bio-diesel | |
| Fuel | No. 2D diesel above freezing; blend of No. 1D and No. 2D diesel below freezing | Sulfur content 15 ppm maximum; minimum Cetane index of 40 | 45.4 L (12 U.S. gallons) | Do NOT use Home Heating Oil or Bio-Diesel Fuel |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Procedures
12Change Engine Oil maintenance
⚠ Allow engine to cool before draining oil; failure to do so could result in death or serious injury (risk of burns).
- Place generator on a level surface.
- Clean area around oil fill and oil drain plug.
- Remove oil fill cap.
- Remove oil drain plug and drain oil completely into a suitable container.
- Install oil drain plug and tighten securely.
- Slowly pour oil into the oil fill opening until level is between the crosshatch marks on the dipstick; do not overfill.
- Install oil fill cap and finger tighten.
- Wipe up any spilled oil.
- Properly dispose of oil in accordance with all applicable regulations.
Inspect Engine Oil Level maintenance
⚠ Verify proper type and quantity of engine oil prior to starting to avoid engine damage
- Place generator on a level surface.
- Clean area around oil fill.
- Remove oil fill cap and wipe dipstick clean.
- Screw dipstick into filler neck; verify oil level is within safe operating range.
- Add recommended engine oil as necessary.
- Replace oil fill cap and hand-tighten.
Prepare Fuel System for Storage maintenance
⚠ Eye protection required to avoid spray from spark plug hole when cranking engine
⚠ Explosion and fire risk: store fuel in well-ventilated area away from ignition sources
- Push and hold decompression lever down; pull recoil starter/crank engine 2-3 seconds without starting.
- Pull decompression lever up; pull recoil slowly until resistance is felt, then gently release.
- Completely drain fuel tank or completely fill fuel tank to proper level.
- Treat diesel fuel with approved fuel additive and water abatement material for long-term storage.
- Change engine oil before storage.
Prepare Fuel System for Storage (Recoil Start) maintenance
⚠ Treat diesel fuel for long-term storage; test stored fuel every 90 days
- Push and hold decompression down, slowly pull recoil starter 2-3 times (do not start)
- Pull decompression lever up, pull recoil slowly until resistance felt to close valves
- Completely drain fuel tank or completely fill to proper level
Prepare Fuel System for Storage - Electric Start maintenance
⚠ Eye protection is required to avoid spray from spark plug hole when cranking engine.
- Push and hold decompression lever down.
- Push Start/Run/Stop switch to turn the engine for 2 to 3 seconds; do not start engine.
- Pull decompression lever up; pull recoil slowly until resistance is felt (closes valves so moisture cannot enter engine cylinder); gently release recoil.
- Completely drain fuel tank or completely fill fuel tank to proper level.
Prepare Fuel System for Storage - Recoil Start maintenance
⚠ Eye protection is required to avoid spray from spark plug hole when cranking engine.
- Push and hold decompression down and slowly pull recoil starter 2 to 3 times; do not start engine.
- Pull decompression lever up; pull recoil slowly until resistance is felt (closes valves so moisture cannot enter engine cylinder); gently release recoil.
Service Air Filter maintenance
- Turn knob and remove air filter cover.
- Wash in soapy water; squeeze filter dry in a clean cloth (do not twist).
- Clean air filter cover before re-installing it.
Emergency Shutdown Procedure operation
- Press down on the small red lever on the lower engine controls (near recoil handle and dipstick) to the Stop position.
- Turn main breaker switch Off.
- Switch engine start switch to Off.
- Turn fuel valve Off.
Generator Shut Down operation
- Turn main breaker switch Off.
- Switch engine start switch to Off.
- Turn fuel valve Off.
Return Engine to Service operation
⚠ Avoid prolonged operation at minimum or maximum engine speeds and loads for the first hour of operation
- Refer to the Before Starting Engine section.
- Start engine and run at no load for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Check oil pressure.
- Check for fuel, engine oil, or coolant leaks.
- Check proper operation of indicators/gauges.
Starting Electric Start Engines operation
⚠ Disconnect electrical loads prior to starting or stopping unit.
- Turn main breaker switch to Off.
- Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting engine.
- Place generator on a level surface.
- Turn fuel valve On.
- Switch engine control lever to Run.
- Squeeze primer bulb 5-10 times until firm; fuel filter should show fuel level at least half full.
- Press and hold the Engine Start switch until engine starts; release if it does not start within 5 seconds.
- Turn Main Breaker to On.
- Select voltage rating with the Voltage Selector.
Starting Pull Start Engines operation
⚠ Recoil Hazard: recoil could retract unexpectedly, causing death or serious injury.
⚠ Disconnect electrical loads prior to starting or stopping unit.
- Unplug all electrical loads from the unit's receptacles before starting engine.
- Place generator on a level surface.
- Turn main breaker switch Off.
- Turn fuel valve On.
- Switch engine control lever to Run.
- Press control panel engine Run/Stop switch to Run.
- Squeeze primer bulb 5-10 times until firm; fuel filter should show fuel level at least half full.
- Firmly grasp recoil handle, pull slowly until resistance is felt, flip red decompression lever, then pull rapidly up and away.
- Repeat until engine starts; if it does not start within 5 pulls, confirm steps 1-6 and repeat the primer step.
- Allow engine to run at least 10 seconds, then turn main breaker On.
- Select voltage rating with the voltage selector.
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Voltage reconnection
| Voltage | Phase | Connection | Leads | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120/240 | Single | L14-30 (models 6852-6854) | 30 Amp inlet for 6852-6854; CS6377 inlet for 9854-9855 (50 Amp) |
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 XD5000E?
The Generac XD5000E is rated 5000 kW standby.
What engine does the Generac XD5000E use?
The Generac XD5000E is powered by the Yanmar LW Series engine.
What fuel does the Generac XD5000E use?
The Generac XD5000E runs on Diesel.
What is the oil capacity of the Generac XD5000E?
The Yanmar LW Series engine in the Generac XD5000E has an oil capacity of 1.6 liters.
What is the prime power rating of the Generac XD5000E?
The Generac XD5000E is rated 5 kW prime, against 5000 kW standby.
What is the dry weight of the Generac XD5000E?
The Generac XD5000E has a dry weight of 114 kg (251 lb).
How big is the fuel tank on the Generac XD5000E?
The Generac XD5000E has a 45.4 liter (12 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 32 Hours hours of runtime.
What voltages is the Generac XD5000E available in?
The Generac XD5000E is offered in 120/240 V, Single Phase-phase.
What size battery does the Generac XD5000E need?
The Generac XD5000E uses 1 battery, 12 V each, group U1, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What oil filter fits the Generac XD5000E?
The Generac XD5000E uses oil filter part number G1000-0002.
What fuel filter fits the Generac XD5000E?
The Generac XD5000E uses fuel filter part number G1000-0003.
Which air filter part number does the Generac XD5000E take?
The Generac XD5000E uses air filter part number G1000-0001.
Troubleshooting
6Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Cause | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Engine is running, but AC output is not available. | 1. Circuit breaker OPEN. 2. Poor connection or defective cord set. 3. Connected device is bad. 4. Fault in generator. 5. Main breaker switch is OFF. 6. Voltage selector switch is OFF. 7. Generator is overloaded. 8. GFCI outlet has tripped. | 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Check and repair. 3. Connect another device that is in good condition. 4. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 5. Switch main breaker ON. 6. Switch voltage selector switch to desired voltage output. 7. See Know Generator Limits 8. Correct ground fault in circuit and reset GFCI. |
| Engine runs well at no-load, but bogs when load is applied. | 1. Short circuit in a connected load. 2. Generator is overloaded. 3. Engine speed is too slow. 4. Shorted generator circuit. | 1. Disconnect shorted electrical load. 2. See Know Generator Limits 3. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 4. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. |
| Engine will not start; or starts and runs rough. | 1. Incorrect start sequence. 2. Fuel valve is OFF. 3. Dirty air filter. 4. Out of fuel. 5. Stale or contaminated fuel. 6. Low oil level. 7. Excessive rich fuel mixture. 8. Dirty fuel filter. 9. Air in fuel system. 10. Engine is under electrical load. 11. Battery not installed. 12. Battery weak or dead. | 1. Review & follow starting procedure. 2. Turn fuel valve ON. 3. Clean or replace air filter. 4. Fill fuel tank. 5. Drain fuel tank and fill with fresh fuel. 6. Fill crankcase to correct level. 7. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 8. Replace fuel filter. 9. Repeat priming procedure. If no start condition persists Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 10. Remove all equipment from receptacles. Make sure the main breaker switch is OFF. 11. Install battery. 12. Charge or replace battery. |
| Engine shuts down during operation. | 1. Out of fuel. 2. Low oil level. 3. Fault in engine. 4. Ambient temp too high. 5. Battery weak or dead. | 1. Fill fuel tank. Prime fuel system. See Starting Pull Start Engines or Starting Electric Start Engines 2. Fill crankcase to correct level. 3. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 4. Move unit to cooler location and allow engine to cool before running again. 5. Charge or replace battery. |
| Engine lacks power. | 1. Load is too high. 2. Dirty air filter. 3. Engine needs to be serviced. 4. Excessive valve lash. 5. Dirty fuel filter. 6. Fuel injector clogged. | 1. Reduce load. See Know Generator Limits 2. Clean or replace air filter. 3. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 4. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 5. Replace fuel filter. 6. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. |
| Engine surges or stumbles. | 1. Governor/throttle assembly is not adjusted properly. 2. Air |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
Parts
21| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G1000-0001 | Air Filter | 1 | Air filter | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0002 | Oil Filter | 1 | Oil filter | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0003 | Fuel Filter | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0004 | Coolant Filter | 1 | Coolant filter | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0005 | Belt | 2 | Belt | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0006 | Spark Plug | 1 | Spark plug | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0007 | Pump | 1 | Pump | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0008 | Seal | 1 | Seal | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0009 | Gasket | 1 | Gasket | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0010 | Thermostat | 1 | Thermostat | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0011 | Impeller | 1 | Impeller | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0012 | Injector | 1 | Injector | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0013 | Sensor | 1 | Sensor | Amazon eBay |
| G1000-0014 | Hose | 1 | Hose | Amazon eBay |
| 0L3191 | Mod. C 09/25/18 | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 696471068528 | Transfer Switch Model 6852 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 696471068535 | Transfer Switch Model 6853 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 696471071481 | Transfer Switch Model 9854 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 696471071498 | Transfer Switch Model 9855 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 96471068542 | Transfer Switch Model 6854 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| G0069100 | Portability Kit (sold separately) | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
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Available documents
Spec sheet — generac-generators-spec-sheet xd5000e (Generac)Operator's manual — 6864-xd5000e-portable-generator-spec-sheet (Generac)Reference (Generac)Reference — xd5000e-diesel-portable (Generac)Owner's manual (Generac)Owner's manual — 6864-xd5000e-portable-generator-owners-manual (Generac)Owner's manual — Generac.XD5000E.6864 7-15 Manual (Generac)Owner's manual — xd-owner-s-manual (Generac)Service manual (Generac)
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