Troubleshooting - Honda EG5000X Owner's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
When the engine will not start:
NO
b Refill the fuel tank.
NO
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Is there enough oil in
-.._ Add the recommend-
ed oil.
YES
Is there a spark from
the spark Wq?
To check:
I
w Besure
1)
t
, -
.
there is no spilled fuel
around the spark plug.
Spilled fuel may ignite.
2)
YES
3)
4)
the generator to an
authorized Honda
Clean the fuel
sediment cup.
1) Turn OFF the engine
switch and loosen the
drain screw.
2) Fuel should flow from the
Remove the spark plug
cap and clean any dirt from
around the spark plug.
Remove the spark plug
and install the spark plug in
the plug cap.
Set the plug side electrode
on the cylinder head.
Crank the engine, sparks
should jump across the
gap.
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