Service parts for the EM6500SX
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
| Standby kVA | 6 |
|---|---|
| Oil capacity | 1.16 L |
| Voltage options | 120/240 V, 120 V |
| Phase | Single |
| Rated current | 3.5 A |
| Circuit breaker | 30 A |
| Fuel tank | 10.2 L |
| Tank runtime | 4.5 hr |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 1.16 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 40.6 L |
| Displacement | 0.389 L |
| Aspiration | unleaded |
| Rated speed | 3600 rpm |
Same engine, other brands
3 brandsThe Honda GX 390 in this set also powers 10 generator sets sold under 3 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.
| Brand | Models |
|---|---|
| SDMO | HX 6000, HX 6000 TB UK, HX 6000 UK, HX 6080, HX 7500 T, SH 6000 E UK, SH 6000 UK |
| Cummins/Onan | 5 GRBA 378A, 7 GRBB 377A |
| Pramac | E8000 |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Honda GX 390| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Air Cleaner Element | EM4000SX-000001 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Fuel filter | Fuel Filter | EM6500SX-000003 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Oil filter | Oil Filter | EM5000SX-000002 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Battery | — | 3650 hr | |||
| Belt | Belt | H24601-A3A-000 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Coolant | 1.2 L | — | 4000 hr | ||
| Coolant filter | Coolant Filter | H24600-A3A-000 | Amazon eBay | ||
| Oil | Change | — | 200 hr | ||
| Spark plug | Spark arrester | — | 1200 hr |
Service specifications
8| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Crank duration | 3-3-4-5 | sec | per automatic attempt sequence |
| Other | Enclosure dimensions | 85x58x33 | mm | |
| Other | Length of cable | 2 | m | |
| Other | Max. Standby Current | 9.8 | mA @ 12 V | |
| Other | Number of attempts | 4 | automatic starting attempts | |
| Other | Pause between each automatic attempt | 10 | sec | |
| Temperature | Operating Temperature Range | -30 to +70 | °C | |
| Voltage | DC supply | 12 | VDC | generator battery |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Procedures
1Setting up 10 sec start delay adjustment
⚠ 10 sec start delay is used in combination with an ATS panel to prevent multiple short start-stop commands coming from the ATS panel while the mains is unstable during blackout.
- Open the controller cover and locate the red dip switch (S-DELAY).
- Use your finger to move the dip switch 1 to ON position.
- Replace the cover and tighten screws.
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 engine does the Honda EM6500SX use?
The Honda EM6500SX is powered by the Honda GX 390 engine.
What's the oil capacity on a Honda EM6500SX?
The Honda GX 390 engine in the Honda EM6500SX has an oil capacity of 1.16 liters.
How much coolant does the Honda EM6500SX hold?
The Honda EM6500SX cooling system holds 40.6 liters (10.7 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What size fuel tank does the Honda EM6500SX have?
The Honda EM6500SX has a 10.2 liter (3 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 4.5 hours of runtime.
What voltages is the Honda EM6500SX available in?
The Honda EM6500SX is offered in 120/240 V, 120 V, Single-phase.
Which oil filter part number does the Honda EM6500SX take?
The Honda EM6500SX uses oil filter part number EM5000SX-000002.
Which fuel filter part number does the Honda EM6500SX take?
The Honda EM6500SX uses fuel filter part number EM6500SX-000003.
What air filter fits the Honda EM6500SX?
The Honda EM6500SX uses air filter part number EM4000SX-000001.
Troubleshooting
5Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Remedy |
|---|---|
| The engine stops and will not restart. | Check the engine oil level (see page 40) before troubleshooting in other areas. |
| Engine speed becomes abnormal. | The engine will automatically stop if the engine speed becomes abnormal. |
| Abnormal voltage is detected during generation. | The engine will automatically stop during generation when it detects abnormal voltage. |
| Occasionally you may hear a light ‘‘spark knock’’ or ‘‘pinging’’ (metallic rapping noise) while operating under heavy loads. | This is no cause for concern. If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed, under normal load, change brands of gasoline. If spark knock or pinging persists, see an authorized Honda generator dealer. |
| Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage. | Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging is misuse, and the Distributor’s Limited Warranty does not cover parts damaged by misuse. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
Repair guides
1Step-by-step procedures compiled from the Honda service manual for this model.
Parts
64| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0098-6074-02 | Label, Warning | 1 | Label | Amazon eBay |
| 0200-3065 | ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY | 1 | Alternator | Amazon eBay |
| 0200-3066 | ALTERNATOR ASSEMBLY | 1 | Alternator | Amazon eBay |
| 0327-1230 | DIODE 1N5627 | Diode | Amazon eBay | |
| 0327-1231 | VARISTOR S20K 420 | Varistor | Amazon eBay | |
| 0327-1232 | VARISTOR S20K S10 USE11100469 | Varistor | Amazon eBay | |
| 11500571 | HOLDER DIODE | Holder diode | Amazon eBay | |
| 1200046 | SHAFT ALT F86/F89 SKVA | Shaft | Amazon eBay | |
| 1200084 | SHAFT ALT F86/F89 SKVA | Shaft | Amazon eBay | |
| 2081515 | LAM ROTOR P/N | Lam rotor | Amazon eBay $168.52 | |
| 31ZH9600 | Spark arrester screen | 1 | Spark plug | Amazon eBay |
| 3400042 | INSUL PYLM 200MM 3-5-3 | Insulation plym | Amazon eBay | |
| 34211817 | INSUL INSERT ROTOR END CAPPIN | Insert rotor end cappin | Amazon eBay | |
| 34212184 | INSUL INSERT SMM | Insulation insert smm | Amazon eBay | |
| 34212185 | INSUL INSERT 25MM | Insulation insert 25mm | Amazon eBay | |
| 34300020 | TAPE INSUL 25MM PE5I0 | Tape insulation | Amazon eBay | |
| 34300021 | TAPE VIDA SHRINK 168.125MM | Tape shrink | Amazon eBay | |
| 34300213 | TAPE FOAM DBL SCOTCH 4008 | Tape foam double scotch | Amazon eBay | |
| 34700331 | VARN ISONEL 1400 | Varnish | Amazon eBay | |
| 36401078 | SCRW S/TAP 8G6X1/2 CSK CR STLZ | Screw | Amazon eBay | |
| 40000012 | WIRE ENAML 0.85MM PEI 2 | Wire enamal | Amazon eBay | |
| 95/27.5 | Rated Amps | 1 | Rated current a | buy |
| AECM103FBS | Automatic Engine Control Module (controller) | 1 | ECM / ECU | Amazon eBay |
| EM4000SX-000001 | Air Cleaner Element | 1 | Air filter | Amazon eBay |
| EM5000SX-000002 | Oil Filter | 1 | Oil filter | Amazon eBay |
| EM6500SX-000003 | Fuel Filter | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay |
| F13042-700 | Handle Installation | 1 | Handle installation | Amazon eBay |
| H10300-700 | Hanger Kit | 1 | Hanger kit | Amazon eBay |
| H24596-A3A-000 | Air Cleaner Element | 1 | Air filter | Amazon eBay |
| H24597-A3A-000 | Spark Plug | 1 | Spark plug | Amazon eBay |
| H24598-A3A-000 | Oil Filter | 1 | Oil filter | Amazon eBay |
| H24599-A3A-000 | Fuel Filter | 1 | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay |
| H24600-A3A-000 | Coolant Filter | 1 | Coolant filter | Amazon eBay |
| H24601-A3A-000 | Belt | 1 | Belt | Amazon eBay |
| H24602-A3A-000 | Battery | 1 | Battery | Amazon eBay |
| R03B | Battery Group Size: R03B | 1 | Battery | Amazon eBay |
| R10100-700 | Remote Control Box | 1 | Remote control box | Amazon eBay |
| R10101-700 | Remote Control Kit | 1 | Remote control kit | Amazon eBay |
| W16EPR-U | Spark Plug | 1 | Spark plug | Amazon eBay $20.00 NAPA $2.53 |
| 0327-1225 | COVER-ALT | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 0327-1228 | FAN-PLASTIC | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 0327-1229 | BEARING-BALL | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 0327-1234 | RETAINER-BEARING | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 0327-1242 | END BELL-DRIVE END | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 0327-1246 | ROTOR ASSEMBLY | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 0327-1247 | END BELL-NON DRIVE END | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 11000084 | DIODE | 2 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 11100469 | RESISTOR-VARIABLE | 2 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 11101096 | RESISTOR-VARIABLE | 2 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 11700883 | CAPACITOR | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 13300027 | FAN-PLASTIC | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 17130058 | STUD-STATOR (7KW) | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 23460512 | LBL ° | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 25100372 | HEAT SHIELD-MUFFLER | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 28000190 | STATOR-WOUND | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 30009010 | Pilot screw | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 36021457 | BOLT-HEX 5/16 | 5 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 36200053 | WASHER-LOCK 5/16 | 5 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 36200121 | WASHER-FLAT 5/16 | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 41000034 | BEARING-BALL | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 41300064 | RETAINER-BEARING | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 47000136 | ROTOR | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| 47000190 | ROTOR | 1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 965-0532 | Generator Set | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
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.
Available documents
This page was generated from the 13 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.