Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment 12500 Peak Watt Home Backup Portable Generator, Remote Electric Start with Auto Choke, Transfer Switch Ready 30A & 50A Outlets, Gas Powered

Great packaging. No dents or blemishes in paint. Easy assembly. Started without any issues. Haven't used it for any emergency outages and hopefully won't have to. Used with gasoline and propane. Swap over was easy. Very sturdy construction.

Super easy to get set up. Thing looks flawless. Delivered with care in a package that was clearly not destroyed by the commute. Runs great. Power is more than I need. It fit perfectly into my outside storage.

This Westinghouse generator is a fine example of how a back-up generator should be designed and built. My use is for a whole house back-up generator that will be semi-permanently installed, ready to go at any time (still doing the install). On gasoline, the generator is rated to start heavy loads of up to 12,500 total Watts (52 Amps at 240 Volts). Or, with just over 100 Amps of 120 Volt starting power available, it can start a collection of 120 Volt devices with motors that can take a little extra time to start under load, such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, compressors, etc. This generator has serious creds and can start/run most household combinations of 120V and 240 V loads. This well-made beauty will last for a very long time. In my opinion, the main reason for its conspicuous strong performance is that Westinghouse has designed-in a very strong 18 HP, 457 CC engine which can readily power typical loads that, on startup, exceeds the continuous rating of 9,500/8,500 Watts (gasoline/propane). A great many generator engines will run out of horsepower during electric motor starts, but not the Wgen9500DF. I've not yet tested the generator with propane because my propane plumbing is not yet complete, but with gasoline the engine has been an exceptionally strong performer. Other reviewers of this genset have expressed no problem with propane, so I expect the same. Compared to my earlier unfortunate choice of a Genmax 7250/6000 Watt (starting/running) with appropriate loads, the Westinghouse 9500DF is far ahead in all aspects, from capability to quality. One obvious example of a significant difference is that the 9500DF is rated to deliver full output at up to 5000 ft of elevation without carb adjustments, which should make it an absolute beast of a generator for starting and running max loads in the areas around sea level. An available high- altitude carb kit enables operation above 5000 ft. Compared with the Wgen9500, the Genmax can deliver its specified output power only when below 2000 ft. A "high altitude" kit is required for anything between 2000 ft. and 4800 feet, it's max altitude. I'm at 4000 ft where the 9500DF has significant reserve horsepower and readily starts and runs heavy loads well within its specifications. The quality of Westinghouse generators is well known and thus are recommended by respected consumer organizations. It only helps that I can easily start the 9500DF at all temps between 24 deg F and 89 deg F, and the remote-start fob works 200+ feet away with a good battery installed. The WGen9500DF dual fuel generator is very unlikely to disappoint, especially with respect to the warranty. The Genmax warranty is only for "substantial defects", and they decide what that means. They require that the purchaser pre-pay round-trip shipping of any generator with a problem to their single US repair location for evaluation and possible warranty repair. My Genmax had a dead display out of the box, but the warranty requires that pre-paid shipping before they would inspect and consider whether or not to repair under warranty. Several phone messages were left at their repair center, but no call-back. Later, after I'd already returned the new Genmax (thank you, Amazon!) and had purchased a Westinghouse generator thru Amazon, Genmax finally called and eventually said that they would provide a free replacement display to me if I would fix the brand-new generator myself. No, thanks. The Westinghouse warranty is simple: If the customer provides for reasonable care and use, parts and labor are fully covered for 1 year, and parts-only for 3 years. There are many, many authorized repair stations, so shipping is typically not required. The only thing that bothered me a little, and this is picky, was that the 9500DF user manual had some mistakes. Someone must have converted another manual and missed 3 or 4 items, such as that, on the cover, the genset is said to be a Digital Inverter Generator (I wish), that it has an ECON switch (nice, if it was true), and a couple other nits. When mentioned to customer service, they thanked me and told me that a revised manual was already in the works. All's well that ends well. If you get one of these fine gensets from Westinghouse, you'll not be disappointed. Westinghouse and Honda set the standard for top-quality generators, but Westinghouse wins the price/value comparisons.

Arrived early with no damage. Very easy set-up. Everything you need is included with unit, Total set-up time about 30 minutes. Fired up easily no problems. Unit build is very solid, but moves easily. Very impressed with quality and price. This is a replacement for an older generator.

Well, I finally went to put it together. but I am missing the 4 flange bolt M8. So I will call the service team for them. And, do another post. But, it looks pretty and clean. Have not used yet. So, once I do I will do another post. Excited to have just in case, trying to be prepared.

Get value in a portable generator. Noise level is very acceptable. Packaged well. Easy assembly of legs and wheels. Wheels have bearings, and that is nice. Controls simple. The Instructions are very well written and include maintenance schedules. It is nice to have oil, a funnel, a battery charger, tools, a propane hose, and a connector (did not have to buy). Easy start with the start button or key fob. Well made. It is being used to power my house via an interlock switch and plug installed by an electrician, which is a simple solution. This generator and hookup is saving me thousands versus a Generac. Extremely highly rated on Amazon.

First it was shipped and delivered quickly. A real bonus as I had just lost power. Next I was able to unbox, install the wheel kit, add engine oil, gas, connect the battery and open the fuel shut off valve and GO! Fired right up. We weee making power in no time. Everything I had hoped for. I’ve owned it less than a week but expect no issues as it charges its own battery and service intervals are clearly marked in the provided instructions. It’s not the quietest thing I’ve heard but it’s perfectly fine for running out back to power during storms, which is exactly how I intend to use it. Saving our freezer beef or running a few space heaters through the night while charge a battery backup at the same time will be a real life saver for my family who lives on a somewhat weak electrical infrastructure. Looks good, runs good, moves around well with the wheel kit and has good documentation. It’s a good buy.

I received the Generator quickly and on time. It was very easy to assemble. We followed the instructions and it cranked on first attempt. This is a beast and powered my entire house. Best feature is the 50 amp plug (most others only have 30). It's big, but not to big for the power it produces. It's heavy, but easy to maneuver with handle and wheels. Rubber feet are sturdy and had no wobble. The noise level was acceptable for most outdoor equipment. I would recommend this generator.

Excelente ! Fue facil de instalar y es perfecto para generar la luz para toda mi casa .

This generator is not only extremely powerful and can drive my entire home, but the setup/instructions and user friendliness are exceptional. I was easily able to set it up and have it running in 30 mins with all tools, oil, funnel provided. The remote start is a great bonus here in Ontario where -30C is a certainty at some point this Winter. The build quality is superb - heavy duty materials, vcery tidy assembly and no loose fittings (yes I checked). There are only 2 small comments I would make, and 1 is something the manufacturer cannot really address without a lot of expense. The item is shipped without the the wheels or feet attached for understandable reasons, and the buyer must install them. Doing this is extremely simple and takes just a minute or 2, but the generator must be turned onto it's side to do this, and it is a very heavy piece of equipment. I am a 200lb guy and no stranger to the gym and I had no issues with this, but it is something to be aware of - if you are not able to handle heavy weights, you will need assistance to do this. Secondly, the website I ordered from said that the generator came with a spare spark plug, which it did not. Not a big issue. Overall, I am absolutely delighted with this generator and would not hesitate to recommend it

Just started and seems like running good, less noise than the Ducar that I currently have

Très bon produit, puissant et facile d'utilisation. Cette génératrice me permet de faire fonctionner la majorité des fonctions de ma résidence et de continuer à travailler sans problème et longtemps en cas de panne électrique. De plus, le livreur a été accommodant et serviable.

We have frequent power outages at our rural home and we now feel confident to have this unit at the ready. We have already needed it once since got it and it's a great unit. Very happy with this unit-We just wish we had gotten it sooner!