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xzyHollyxyz
Explorer
Jul 11, 2013

Honda eu1000i - How To Clean Fuel Filter?

I was just now putting some gas in my generator and noticed some small debris in the fuel filter. I pulled it out (not actually knowing if that was possible...luckily, it was! :@ )

I have no idea if I clean it with water, or a little gasoline, or put a cotton swab down there...or anything else. I googled it and got nothing but how to tear down the machine. Like I'd ever even attempt THAT!

Help?
Thanks!

Regards,
Michelle

7 Replies

  • PapPappy's avatar
    PapPappy
    Explorer
    Jul 11, 2013
    If you don't have anything else, I think I'd work to try and clean with the Q-tip, and put it back together. Get a new one when you can.
    Do not use water, or any water based cleaners.

    I would recommend against using gasoline as a cleaner.
  • MEXICOWANDERER's avatar
    MEXICOWANDERER
    Explorer
    Jul 11, 2013
    Ether can MELT some plastics. So can many carburetor cleaners, trichloroethylene, etc. Plain old gasoline, lots of caution and a blast of air from a computer dust can will do the job just fine.
  • ScottG's avatar
    ScottG
    Nomad
    Jul 11, 2013
    mitch5252 wrote:
    I don't have any of that (and nearest store is a 40 mile round trip).
    Would starting fluid work?


    Probably, Can't hurt to try!
  • xzyHollyxyz's avatar
    xzyHollyxyz
    Explorer
    Jul 11, 2013
    I don't have any of that (and nearest store is a 40 mile round trip).

    Would starting fluid work?
  • PapPappy's avatar
    PapPappy
    Explorer
    Jul 11, 2013
    You can clean with carb cleaner, or just buy a new one...they aren't that expensive....especially, if you're not sure about how your cleaning is going.

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