Service parts for the 6.5RMY
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Air intake
1 requiredFuel system
1 requiredPrices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Specifications
| Standby power | 6 kW |
|---|---|
| Voltage options | 100 V, 120 V, 120/200 V, 240 V, 200 V |
| Phase | Single-phase,Three-phase |
Maintenance & consumables
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Element, air cleaner | 278858 | Amazon $29.99 eBay $30.48 | ||
| Fuel filter | Secondary | 278858 | Amazon $29.99 eBay $30.48 |
Common questions
What is the power rating of the Kohler 6.5RMY?
The Kohler 6.5RMY is rated 6 kW standby.
What fuel filter fits the Kohler 6.5RMY?
The Kohler 6.5RMY uses fuel filter part number 278858.
Which air filter part number does the Kohler 6.5RMY take?
The Kohler 6.5RMY uses air filter part number 278858.
Troubleshooting
3Symptoms & remedies
| Symptom | Remedy |
|---|---|
| Accidental starting | Disconnect battery cables before working on generator set (disconnect negative lead first and reconnect it last). |
| Battery Sulfuric acid in batteries | Use protective goggles and clothes. Battery acid can cause permanent damage to eyes, burn skin, and eat holes in clothing. |
| Battery Acid Splash | Always wear splash-proof safety goggles when working near the battery. If battery acid is splashed in the eyes or on skin, immediately flush the affected area for 15 minutes with large quantities of clean water. Seek immediate medical aid in the case of eye contact. |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
Parts
9| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 227853-B | lead 70A | 1 | Wire | Amazon eBay |
| 278858 | Element, air cleaner | 1 | Air filter | Amazon $29.99 eBay $30.48 |
| ADV-5815B-A | Fuel inlet | Fuel filter | Amazon eBay | |
| 241619 | Kohler Part Number for Plug Connector (B-258296 Version) | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay $6.00 | |
| 258558 | fuel conversion hang tag | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| A--258296 | Kohler PowerBoostä V Voltage Regulator (A-258296 Version) | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| ADV-5815A-B | Weather housing louvers (air inlet) | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| ADV-5815C-A | Exhaust muffler location | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay | |
| B-258296 | Kohler PowerBoostä V Voltage Regulator (B-258296 Version) | 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
Parts manual — g260412 (Kohler)Service manual — sb527 (Kohler)Service manual — sb558 (Kohler)Service manual — tp5631 (Kohler)Service manual — tp5815 (Kohler)