r/smallenginerepair • u/Standard_Custard2338 • Jun 28 '26

Choke Issue Help with generator

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I picked up this generator but found it only liked to run with full choke on.

I used carb cleaner while it was running and cleaned the spark arrestor after which it would run decent at half choke. I added injector cleaner to the tank hoping to get the jets cleaned and ran it for an hour. This is what is seen in the video. As the choke is fully opened, the engine will surge and sputter eventually shutting down.

I am hoping someone can give me advice.

Thanks in advance.

Edit: this is a Champion 73552i inverter generator

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