Generac XP6500E User Manual

Pull engine CHOKE knob outward to

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“Full Choke” position

(Figure 12).

Figure 12 - Choke Position

Choke

To start engine, press and hold the Start/Run/Stop switch in

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the “Start” position. The engine will crank and attempt to start.
When the engine starts, release the switch to the run position.

When the engine starts, push choke knob to “1/2 Choke”

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position until the engine runs smoothly and then fully in to the
“Run” position. If engine falters, pull choke knob back out to
“1/2 Choke” position until the engine runs smoothly and then
to “Run” position.

This generator is also equipped with a manual recoil starter

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which may be used if the battery is discharged.

NOTE:

The switch must be in the RUN position.

To start manually, firmly grasp the recoil handle and pull slowly

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until increased resistance is felt. Pull rapidly up and away to
start engine. Then follow the same choke sequence listed
above.

NOTE:

If engine fires, but does not continue to run, pull choke knob to

“Full Choke” and repeat starting instructions.
IMPORTANT: Do not overload the generator. Also, do not overload

individual panel receptacles. These outlets are protected against

overload with push-to-reset-type circuit breakers. If amperage

rating of any circuit breaker is exceeded, that breaker opens and

electrical output to that receptacle is lost. Read “Don’t Overload the

Generator” carefully.

2.9 STOPPING THE ENGINE

Shut off all loads, then unplug the electrical loads from generator

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panel receptacles. Never start or stop the engine with electrical
devices plugged in and turned on.

Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize the

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internal temperatures of engine and generator.

Move Start/Run/Stop switch to “Off” position.

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Close fuel valve.

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2.10 LOW OIL PRESSURE SHUTDOWN SYSTEM

The engine is equipped with a low oil pressure sensor that shuts

down the engine automatically when the oil pressure drops below

5 psi. If the engine shuts down by itself and the fuel tank has

enough gasoline, check engine oil level.

2.10.1 INITIAL START-UP

A delay built into the low oil shutdown system allows oil pressure

to build during starting. The delay allows the engine to run for

about 10 seconds before sensing oil pressure.

2.10.2 SENSING LOW OIL PRESSURE

If the system senses low oil pressure during operation, the engine

shuts down.

2.10.3 RESTARTING

If trying to restart the engine within 10 seconds after it shuts down,

the engine may NOT start. The system needs 5 to 10 seconds to

reset.
If the engine is restarted after such a shutdown and the low oil

pressure has not been corrected, the engine will run for about 10

seconds as described above and then stop.

2.11 CHARGING A BATTERY

DANGER

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Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen

gas while recharging. An explosive mixture will

remain around the battery for a long time after

it has been charged. The slightest spark can

ignite the hydrogen and cause an explosion.

Such an explosion can shatter the battery and

cause blindness or other serious injury.

DANGER

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Do not permit smoking, open flame, sparks or

any other source of heat around a battery. Wear

protective goggles, rubber apron and rubber

gloves when working around a battery. Battery

electrolyte fluid is an extremely corrosive

sulfuric acid solution that can cause severe

burns. If spill occurs flush area with clear water

immediately.

Use battery charger plug to keep the battery charged and ready for

use. Battery charging should be done in a dry location.

1. Plug charger into “Battery Charger Input” jack, located on the

control panel. Plug wall receptacle end of the battery charger

into a 120 Volt AC wall outlet (Figure 13).

Section 2 – Operation

Portable Generator System