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  • Page 1

    ITEM 68526 / 68529 Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell. NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows are open. Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, and vents. 6500 W AT T PORT ABLE GENERA TOR 5500 RA TED W A TTS 6500 MAX[...]

  • Page 2

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 2 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP T able of Contents Safety ......................................................... 2 Setup .......................................................... 6 Specications .[...]

  • Page 3

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 3 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP 9. Improper connections to a building electrical system can allow electrical current from the generator to backfeed into the utility lines. Such backfeed may electrocute [...]

  • Page 4

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 4 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP 16. Connect the Generator only to a load or electrical system (120 volt or 240 volt) that is compatible with the electrical characteristics and rated capacities of the Ge[...]

  • Page 5

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 5 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Service Precautions 1. Before service, maintenance, or cleaning: a. Unplug all devices from the generator . b. T urn the engine switch to its “OFF” position. c. Allow[...]

  • Page 6

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 6 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Functional Description Specications Generator Rated Output 120/240V~, 60Hz 5,500 W atts (6,500 max) Electrical Receptacle T wo 3-Prong, duplex NEMA #5-15 120V One 4-Pr[...]

  • Page 7

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 7 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Components and Controls (cont.) The following are descriptions of the controls on the power panel. Y our generator has sockets to power your products with circuit breaker[...]

  • Page 8

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 8 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Initial T ool Set Up/Assembly Read the ENTIRE IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before s[...]

  • Page 9

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 9 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up o[...]

  • Page 10

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 10 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Using the Generator Before Starting the Generator Engine Before starting the engine: a. Follow the Set Up Instructions to prepare the Generator . b. Unplug all loads fro[...]

  • Page 11

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 1 1 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Starting the Engine 1. T o start a cold engine, move the Choke to the CHOKE position. T o restart a warm engine, leave the Choke in the RUN position. 2. Open the Fuel V[...]

  • Page 12

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 12 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Connecting Electrical Loads Familiarize yourself with the engine controls, power panel and how to start the engine before using the generator . Calculate the wattage of [...]

  • Page 13

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 13 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Before using the Generator , check that the products you want to plug into the unit are below the rated and maximum wattage ratings of the Generator . Use the W attage C[...]

  • Page 14

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 14 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Stopping the Engine in an Emergency 1. T o stop the engine in an emergency , turn the Engine Switch off. NOTICE: Generator shut-off under load may damage the generator a[...]

  • Page 15

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 15 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP User-Maintenance Instructions Procedures not specically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualied technician. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJUR Y FROM AC[...]

  • Page 16

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 16 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Checking and Filling Fuel W ARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJUR Y FROM FIRE: Fill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area away from ignition sources. If the engine is hot f[...]

  • Page 17

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 17 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Spark Plug Maintenance 1. Disconnect spark plug cap from end of plug. Clean out debris from around spark plug. 2. Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark plug. 3. In[...]

  • Page 18

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 18 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP T roubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine will not start FUEL RELA TED: 1. No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed. 2. Choke not in CHOKE position,[...]

  • Page 19

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 19 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine misres 1. Spark plug cap loose. 2. Incorrect spark plug gap or damaged spark plug. 3. Defective spark plug cap. 4. O[...]

  • Page 20

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 20 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Part Description Qty 1 Gasket, Cylinder Head 1 2 Cover Subassembly , Cylinder Head 1 3 Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover 1 4 T ube, Breather 1 5 Bolt Subasm., Cylinder Head Co[...]

  • Page 21

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 21 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Record Product's Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number , record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for il[...]

  • Page 22

    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 22 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP 36 35 10 1 6 7 8 155 7 6 9 155 155 155 8 37 39 40 38 41 38 51 52 51 52 45 46 50 58 48 49 47 53 54 55 56 57 58 54 55 56 57 59 84 83 85 86 87 88 90 83 1 16 29 30 31 33 34 [...]

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    Item 68526 / 68529 Page 23 For Pump technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. For Engine technical questions, please call 1-800-520-0882. SAFETY OPERA TION MAINTENANCE SETUP Limited 90 Day W arranty Harbor Freight T ools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the origina[...]

  • Page 24

    If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Harbor Freight T ools Customer Service Department at 1-800-444-3353. Harbor Freight T ools Emission Control Defects W arranty Provisions 1. Length of Coverage HFT warrants to a rst retail purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the engine i[...]