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[jim5554]

The other guys are right about priming the carb. Some times it can take a while. Here's a few other things to consider;
1)How much gas do you have in the RV tank? These things won't start unless you have at least 25%.
2)If that's OK, check your fuel lines and make sure the genny is getting gas. Start with the simple stuff, fuel lines, fuel pump, filter,etc.
3)These generators have notoriously fussy carbs but even if they're bad you can usually get it started. It won't run for long but it will start. The carbs are very expensive but aren't that hard to change. THEY CAN NOT BE REBUILT! If you're a decent wrench with relatively small hands, you can do it yourself. My hands are like garbage can covers and I had a problem. (I did get it done)
4) Just to rule out ignition problems try starting it with starting fluid. If it starts and dies, it's a fuel problem. If it doesn't even fart it's ignition.
You do know there's a starter switch on the genny itself, right?