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mubashir
Explorer
Apr 24, 2025

My generator is not working

I purchased this Honda665740 EU3200i 3200 Watt generator with the expectation of reliable performance, especially in emergencies. Unfortunately, it has completely stopped working and is now useless in a situation where I need it most.

 

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  • Hey kids….perty shure mubashir and xinxing are spammers or bots….

    Think about it….yes it’s possible they’re real peeps with real questions as there are folks that clueless. Millions of them. 
    But yeah…

  • Hi Mubashir we can definitely help you but as you can see above we need more information. 

    Also for us to help you, you will need some basic tools like a flat head and a phillips screwdriver a basic socket set, maybe some pliers and a willingness to take the generator apart. 

    If you're not comfortable with that then there are only a few options. 
    Take it to somebody who can fix it. (small engine or even a lawn mower repair shop) or a Honda dealer. These small generators are very susceptible to the carburetor getting gummed up if the generator sits unused for a few weeks. 

    Once you get it fixed and running you need to either drain the carburetor when the generator is going to sit; Or you need to add a gasoline stabilizer or Seafoam to the fuel tank and run the generator for about 5 minutes to circulate it through. 

    Here's a link to what is involved on a EU2000i Honda. Not the same but probably similar enough to give you an idea what is involved in cleaning out the gummed up carburetor.
    Link

    And a different link on draining the fuel bowl and adding Seafoam

    Link 2

    • mkmac33's avatar
      mkmac33
      Explorer

      How long ago was it last run and what kind of fuel in her?

  • The engine switch is in the off position. Try switching it on.

    • StirCrazy's avatar
      StirCrazy
      Moderator

      you do realize that this is just a linked image from the internet, from amazon to be exact. 

  • Does the engine run? Was it stored with fuel in the carburetor?

  • Pretty vague post.  Does it have gas?  What did it do when it stopped working?  Have you contacted Honda for troubleshooting and/or warranty?