Honda EG5000X Owner's Manual page 27

Sediment Cup Cleaning
The sediment cup prevents dirt or water whitch may be in the fuel tank from entering
the carburetor. If the engine has not been run for a long time, the sediment cup should
be cleaned.
1. Move the fuel valve to the OFF position. Remove the sediment cup.
2. Clean the cup and fuel filter thoroughly.
3. Check to be sure the O-ring is in place, and reinstall the sediment cup and fuel filter.
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After installing the sediment cup, check for fuel leaks, and make sure
the area is dry before stsrting the engine.
FUEL VALVE
SEDIMENT CU
FUEL FILTER
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O-RING
SEDIMENT &JP
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