Specifications
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 6 kW |
| Standby kVA | 8 |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 L |
| Voltage options | 100 V, 120 V, 120/200 V, 240 V, 200 V |
| Phase | Single-phase,Three-phase |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Kohler K-582| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | 230722 | 100 hr | buy | ||
| Fuel filter | 92 050 02 | 500 hr | buy | ||
| Fuel filter | Secondary | 278858 | Amazon eBay $30.48 | ||
| Oil filter | 277233 | 100 hr | Amazon eBay $19.82 | ||
| Belt | — | find | |||
| Coolant | — | ||||
| Oil | 48 052 01 | buy |
Common questions
What is the power rating of the Kohler 6.5RMY?
The Kohler 6.5RMY is rated 6 kW standby (8.1 kVA).
What engine does the Kohler 6.5RMY use?
The Kohler 6.5RMY is powered by the Kohler K-582 engine.
What fuel does the Kohler 6.5RMY use?
The Kohler 6.5RMY runs on Gasoline.
What is the oil capacity of the Kohler 6.5RMY?
The Kohler K-582 engine in the Kohler 6.5RMY has an oil capacity of 3.8 liters.
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
20| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 227853-B | lead 70A | 1 | Wire | buy |
| 239771 | Battery | 1 | Battery | buy |
| 277759 | Element, air cleaner | 1 | Air filter | Amazon eBay $7.18 |
| 278858 | Element, air cleaner | 1 | Air filter | Amazon eBay $30.48 |
| 48 052 01 | Engine Gasket, Cylinder Head | 4 | Gasket | buy |
| 52 041 11 | Plug, Spark | Spark plug | buy | |
| 92 050 02 | Filter, Oil | Oil filter | buy | |
| ADV-5815B-A | Fuel inlet | Fuel filter | buy | |
| K582 | Battery | 1 | Battery | yemparts $66.77 |
| 226682 | hang tag | Service part / kit | buy | |
| 230722 | Condenser (with Screw) | Service part / kit | buy | |
| 239796 | Generator Set | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 241619 | Kohler Part Number for Plug Connector (B-258296 Version) | Service part / kit | buy | |
| 249808 | Generator Set | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 249809 | Generator Set | 1 | Service part / kit | buy |
| 258558 | fuel conversion hang tag | Service part / kit | buy | |
| A--258296 | Kohler PowerBoostä V Voltage Regulator (A-258296 Version) | Service part / kit | buy | |
| ADV-5815A-B | Weather housing louvers (air inlet) | Service part / kit | buy | |
| ADV-5815C-A | Exhaust muffler location | Service part / kit | buy | |
| B-258296 | Kohler PowerBoostä V Voltage Regulator (B-258296 Version) | Service part / kit | buy |
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.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standby | 25% | 2.2 | 0.57 |
| Standby | 50% | 2.7 | 0.72 |
| Standby | 75% | 3.7 | 0.97 |
| Standby | 100% | 4.8 | 1.27 |
Available documents
BrochureReferenceParts manualService manualWiring diagram