[kkingston57]

From your ? appears you need a small engine mechanic who will perform service calls. Bet generator is almost impossible to get into vehicle. Other posters probably correct that it is a gummed up carburetor.

[tophcfa]

After reading this thread I thought it would be a good idea to start up our generator, since it hasn’t run since last December. Gotta love ethanol free gas, fired up on the first pull and ran like a champ. Who was the rocket scientist that thought it would be a good idea to mix corn based alcohol with perfectly good gasoline?

[Nucky]

Scott, ASE Generator Repair 352~630~9973. Never used him myself but a good friend with a Diesel Generator had good luck with Scott.

Our friends are a pain in the butt so he must be alright cause they normally hate everyone. Lol. Good Luck.

[Vickim]

Originally Posted by Tnlady

We have a 3 year old Caterpillar generator. It will not start. Husband has done all he knows to do. Do you know someone who would come to our home to work on it?

Call Dick Vought 352-629-4104 Generator service- does mine great guy.

[Wing-nut2]

Try North lake Motor Sports in Leesburg. You'll have to take it there. I know of no one who does house calls.

[frose]

needle stuck in the seat.. varnish will do that.. take bottom of carb off and just clean it

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by Sparky6236

Your first step should be making sure that you are properly following the start instructions. Make sure there is gas, oil level is correct, the starter switch is in the "on" position and that the gas line valve is open.

And if it has a vented gas cap (a lot of the newer ones do), make sure to turn the knob to ON

[RICH1]

Originally Posted by Tom53

Check the oil level, most portable generators have a low oil cut-off switch.

I like Toms answer ! Also those oil pressure or and level sensors can become defective ( like mine did) bypass the wires to get it running !

[Tnlady]

Thanks to Scott, ASE, for getting our generator running. So thankful for at home service.