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Are you using Ethanol Fuel in it. That fuel rots the inner lining of the fuel pipe and blocks the flow. Replace the line. also remove the carb and blow out all the jets. If you remove mixture screws, screw them gently in first and count the turns, and write it down. Then remove and clean. If it has a primer bulb, replace it.
engines don't "pull" fuel to carb , it either gravity flows (tank over top carb) there or its pumped there , I do believe the kohler engines from 8 hp thru 25 hp use a vacuum activated fuel pump (three hoses on it) these do go bad over time and need replaced , also there are fuel filters on all these engines that need to be replaced seasonally they are not cleanable there disposable
Are you sure the anti fire solinod in the bottom of the float bowl is working as this will shut the fuel off to the main jet, remove it, now switch the ignition on, the needle should retract fully into the housing, failing that there has to be some dirt in the jets, perhaps you could get the carb sonic cleaned this should help to unclog any jet orafices
Are you pulling the plug to check for wetness after cranking it a few times, WITHOUT using the starting fluid? Also, I would recommend using carb cleaner in place of the starting fluid. Starting fluid runs the engine VERY hot for a brief time and can possibly damage rings, valves, and aluminum parts.
The pickup tube in the craft's fuel tank has likely worked loose and dropped into the tank. The generator lost its "straw" that it needs to siphon fuel through.
Your carb is full of trash. you also probaly need to clean out the bottom of your fuel tank, blow out your lines and replace the fuel filter. I have 2 mowers with kohler engines and clean out the fuel tanks fuel lines and carbs 1 time a year. There is also a fuel shut solenoid on the carb this is normally problem if the engine does not run. but I am certain your problem is a simple fix, all you have to do is clean everything out in the fuel system.
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