[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was so excited to finally have a generator. Where we live the power constantly goes out even if it’s a small storm. It stays out for hours and hours and we have three children and most of the time we weren’t prepared and had no batteries ready so we sat in the dark. No fun at all. Now I feel so much better because when it goes out we will still be able to have a couple lights on and a space heater. It gives me so much peace of mind. My husband had to take it to work yesterday and he said it worked great! Started up on the first pull. I definitely recommend this generator.

My 17500E arrived and after helping the delivery associate get it up the driveway, I lifted the outer carton off the two, yes two, pallets on which it was bolted. First I removed the battery from its mount; and then placed a couple of furniture pads at the end of the pallet on the generator side (choose this because choosing the wrong end would place the generator weight on the electrical panel). Following that I pulled (jerked) the unit off the double pallets (save the bracket's & hardware) and let it glide off the pallets and onto it's frame. With little effort it pivoted up onto the end of the frame where I easily installed the wheels and the front leg assembly. That done I simply rotated it back to the ground, and was amazed that the balance of the unit actually helped bring it to a normal upright position. all that was left was install the handle, which by the way took Phillip's screw driver to hold alignment of the holes while the first one on each side was placed; and reinstall the battery. The reason I mentioned saving the pallet hardware will be evident as soon as you see them. I can imagine a million uses for the brackets down the road, and some of the bolts with locking nuts seemed to me to be a more robust choice for attaching the battery terminals than the ones' intended for the purpose. I can assure you that whining about the weight won't get the job done, but using one's brain makes an average afternoon's project out of the process.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have no basis for comparison, as this is my first generator, but I'm excited to get this guy going . Aesthetically, it's a little bigger than I was probably looking for, but hopefully that translates to more power. I could also do with a color other than orange. Upon opening I was able to start it up with one pull, after putting some gas in. It is a little loud, but I feel completely ready for some camping or the apocalypse.

I could not start my 6500. So I took off the carb. And cleaned it. After that it started right up. The next weekend I started it up no problem. This weekend, I tried to start it, no luck. I have new gas with stable in it. Does anyone else have this problem?

Purchased for 2800 sq for single family home in south Florida. Fortunately the only time we’ve used it is to start it up every month to ensure everything is running properly. During the test start up’s everything is working properly and running all electrical necessary. Would highly recommend

We were into a two day power outage and the temperature was in the 20's. Called ahead and paid over the phone - picked Generac because of the name and quality. Drove 70 miles and picked it up and by the time I got home I was too tired to put it together. It got down to 13, but our propane stove kept us warm - put our food outside! Got the generator put together and the power came on! Took a break, added oil and cranked w/o gas to make sure everything was oiled good and it started! Filled with gas and started on the first crank. Plugged in 2 space heaters and the truck engine heater and let it run for an hour and a half to break it in for next time. Plugged in the battery charger and charged for 24 hours to make sure it is ready to go - really like the battery start feature! Great purchase for us - we have been wanting to get one. (Your program won't let me post a 4 X 6 photo.)

Needed to upgrade my home generator and found this product on sale. have always wanted a Generac portable generator. The setup was simple. The unit fired up on the first pull. Only have half an hour on it so far, but feel like it will be a good investment. I wish there was a low idle on this unit, but there is not. So far that is my only CON.

I have the 7000E and from what I can see other than the covered outlets and uni handle bar, it is the same model? The only issue I have so far with the generator is that the on/off fuel valve tab broke on me when I was turning it on. Now I use a tiny vice grip to turn the valve. Hard to find what part number I need for the generator b/c I can't find a parts list but all and all a solid generator.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this a few weeks ago and was very excited to try it out and see its capabilities. Upon first thorough inspection while guided by the Manual I discovered the clutch lever was missing. The clutch is fully functional; it was just missing the piece to easily start it. All other parts were accounted for and appeared to be in good shape and order. I read through the very easy to understand but thorough instruction manual before starting it. I brought it to my family’s winery to test on machinery and coolers and the business as a whole. Upon first attempt to start it the pull cord got stuck and hung outside of the spool it was supposed to return inside of. I removed the housing to fix it and discovered the housing was dented. I smoothed our those dents and replaced the cord and spool and housing as it was. I then started it effectively and started to hook up the winery’s necessary appliances and machinery. The entire winery successfully ran off of the generator for an entire hour before we shut it off. I love the functionality of this generator and I’m so satisfied owning it because we get quite a few storms that shut power off at my home. It has carbon monoxide detection systems running automatically that shut the generator off if levels become unsafe or rapidly increase which is literally a life saver! It can run for up to 11 hours on a 50% power load which is plenty for my house! I definitely recommend this Generac Generator to anyone that needs an extr source of power that is reliable! If it hadn’t been for the minor mishaps in the beginning I’d have given this A 100% positive review!

Owned it 2 years. Refused to start on one of regular start up dates. Took to small engine repair. He got it started after changing spark plugs. Got it home and battery was dead. Refuses to start. Can't count on it when we have a power outage. Waste of money. Now having to look at getting a Honda.