How to Clean the Carburetor on a Honda Generator is a video.

Click to see the full answer.How do you clean a generator without removing the engine?

The spark plug cap needs to be removed so the engine doesn't fire.The next step is to drain the fuel.If the bowl is sticky, spray the inside with a cleaner and wipe it clean.The main jet's passage is where fuel enters the combustion chambers.

What type of gas does a Honda generator use?Unleaded gasoline has a pump octane rating of 86 or higher.Honda engines are designed to run on fuel other than gasoline.Deposit build up on valves, spark arrestor, muffler and spark plugs will be reduced by this.The fuel can contain up to 10% alcohol by volume.

Incorrect fuel use, fuel levels and fuel quality are some of the causes of generator surging.Your generator was designed to use specific fuel sources, and anything else may cause problems in operation.The component is failing.

Start your Honda engine and let it run for about five minutes until it warms up.Just below the fast idle cam is the idle adjustment screw.If you restart the engine, turn the idle adjustment screw clockwise.