OutdoorKing Repair Forum Forums Repairs and Maintenance Questions on Engines Questions On Honda Engines Honda Engine GX 390 will stay runnings with choke lever half open

Dear Folks

I have got almost new pressure washer with Honda engine GX390 bought 2020 used only 4 times

The carburetor was clogged because I forgot fuel inside the tank and it wasn't starting hence I cleaned the carburetor now it is running fine but only when the choke lever on half open position (closed position)

Please see the attached video :

https://imgur.com/a/LHPBZeG

Thx

Hi zillh,

Has the carby been completely dismantled and cleaned (main jet and emulsion tube taken out ,removed
the low speed jet. on the top of the carby , it's beneath the black cap.)

Fuel tap needs to be removed and cleaned ,check fuel flow with the fuel bowl removed ,clean needle and seat
orifice.

You may need an ultrasonic cleaner but occasionally they still won't clean out and you can just buy
a replacement carby for $17. with free postage.





Cheers
Max.

Thx Max for your help
I will check the video again

If you don't have a ultrasonic cleaner zillh, you can try boiling the carby to clean it .




Cheers
Max.