How to fix a Honeywell HW5500 - 5500 that won't start?
- AAlyssa SmithJul 31, 2025
If your Honeywell Portable Generator won't start, there are several potential causes: * No fuel: Add fuel. * Stale fuel: Drain the fuel tank and refill with fresh fuel. * No engine oil: Add engine oil. * Spark plug wire disconnected: Install the spark plug cap over the spark plug. * Faulty spark plug: Check or replace the spark plug. * Fuel not reaching the carburetor: Clean the fuel sediment cup. * Dirty air cleaner: Clean or replace the air cleaner. * Dirty spark arrestor screen: Clean the spark arrestor screen.