Troubleshooting - Honda EM3800SX Owner's Manual

When the engine will not start:
Is there fuel in the
tank?
YES
Is there enough oil
in the engine?
YES
Is the spark plug in
good condition?
YES
Is the fuel reaching
the carburetor?
YES
If the engine still
does not start, take
the generator to an
authorized Honda
generator dealer.
NO
NO
NO
NO
To check:
1) Turn off the engine switch and loosen
the drain screw (see page 46).
2) Turn the fuel valve to ON. Fuel should
flow from the drain when the fuel valve
is turned ON.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Refill the fuel tank.
Add the recom-
mended oil.
Readjust gap and
dry the spark plug.
R e p l a c e
necessary.
Clean the fuel
sediment cup.
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