CAT Portable Generator RP6500 E

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

-Spark Arrestor - Inspect/Clean/Replace

This unit has a spark arrestor fitted to the exhaust outlet of the muffler. The spark arrestor should be cleaned with a soft wire brush after every 50 hours or 3 months of use. The spark arrestor should be replaced after every 100 hours of operation or if it becomes damaged.

WARNING: Hot parts or hot components can cause burns or personal injury. Do not allow hot parts or components to contact your skin. Use protective clothing or protective equipment to protect your skin.

DO NOT perform this maintenance procedure until the muffler has cooled.

Remove screws (2). Remove spark arrestor (1)

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

Operate the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Stop the engine and use a suitable container to collect the used oil.

Remove the oil filler cap (1) and drain plug (3) to drain the oil.

Reinstall the drain plug and tighten to 18 ± 2 lb ft (24 ± 3Nm).

Refill the oil and check the oil level. Refer to Engine Oil Level – Check.

Install and tighten the oil filler cap.

Dispose of the used oil properly.

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

Only qualified service personnel should perform this maintenance procedure. Contact your local service center to schedule this maintenance.

NOTE: Use only genuine Caterpillar parts.

Sign off on the fuel line replacement

Ensure that all safety information, warnings, and instructions are read and understood before any maintenance procedures are performed.

Use service hours or calendar time, WHICH EVER OCCURS FIRST, to determine the correct maintenance intervals.

Stop the engine before servicing. Put the engine in horizontal position and remove the spark plug cap to prevent the engine from starting. Do not operate the engine in an unventilated room or other enclosed area.

Cylinder Head - Clean. Only qualified service personnel should perform this maintenance procedure. Contact your local service center to schedule this maintenance.

Engine Valve Lash – Inspect/Adjust. Only qualified service personnel should perform this maintenance procedure. Contact your local service center to schedule this maintenance.

Carbon Brush – Inspect/Repair/Replace. NOTE: Use only genuine Caterpillar parts.

Sign off on the generator maintenance