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Westinghouse iGen5000DFc 5000 Watt Remote Electeric Start Dual Fuel Inverter
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Nov 6, 2021
Reviewer name: DedGrimm
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Nice power and very quiet.

Bought this so we can go dry camping or when everything goes to crap. Tried it out and it works great. Can't wait to take it camping next year. It will allow me to take the wife to more remote places that don't have full hook ups, yet she will still be comfy and cozy.

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Dec 3, 2024
Reviewer name: Daleson
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars review

Fuel efficient, compact but remote start useless

The generator works and is efficient but the remote start use useless. If the unit isn't running, after about 7 hours the starting battery drains and remote start won't work. If you shut down the circuit by hand on the generator, the battery holds charge but you have to then go to the generator and turn the switch back on manually before the remote start works. Since we purchased this genny for the remote start feature it is big thumbs down on this issue. We even replaced the battery thinking it was defective but had the same issue with the new battery. I also think that the sound level at idle is much higher than 52dbs. Our comparable size Honda is much quieter. Good - Fuel efficient and compact Bad - Remote is non functional if unit has not run for more that 7 hours

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Hello, thank you for letting us know about this, we are genuinely sorry to hear about it. I have passed your feedback along to our quality control team to ensure that we are producing the best units possible. Please contact us at 1-855-944-3571 or support@wpowereq.com and we will do our best to make things right for you. Thank you, Cam - Westinghouse

Jun 23, 2021
Reviewer name: Bluemtbrew
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

The igen4500df just arrived yesterday.

I opened the box and everything was there and in perfect condition. I completed the setup in in about 10 minutes. I added oil, connected battery, connected to propane and using the remote it started right up. After running for a couple minutes I turned on the the efficiency mode switch and it idled down to quite purr. After 15 minutes I plugged in my 5th wheel and everything works great. So far everything is as advertised. I’m ordering the the high altitude carburetor kit as most of my camping is 4-6K. This is so much quieter than my old gen. Excellent right out of the box.

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Jul 15, 2021
Reviewer name: Geoff In TN
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Works well

Packaging did it's job but wasn't the best or the worst. Had to connect battery, add oil (they give you almost twice what you need), and connect propane and it started right up. Will see how it lasts over time. I have a larger westinghouse generator that still works fine from 5 years ago.

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Jan 26, 2023
Reviewer name: E Lars
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Compact, "Duel Fuel"!!

I purchased this generator/inverter after losing power during a series of storms. I selected it based on compact size, wattage, electric start but primarily because it will run on both gasoline and propane. I've had small engine trouble (15 hp Yamaha outboard) due to ethanol fuel separation after storage. Since this generator is only for occasional use, and I always have fresh propane for my BBQ, the "Duel Fuel" capability sealed the deal. I'm still breaking it in, so I can't comment yet on longevity. Very pleased with purchase!!

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Dec 30, 2024
Reviewer name: Reinnn
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Awesome product

I bought the product a year and a half ago and find the product simply perfect. Light, efficient, quiet and compact. Used it for home during Power outage, camping, overnight parking in the lower 48 and the product simply does what it is made for. Remote starter is also an awesome feature, don’t need to get outside to start it and get Power to the rdv.

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Aug 25, 2022
Reviewer name: JLarkEE
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

So far so good

I bought this generator a little over a month ago and have had zero issues with it so far. It was super nice and it came with all the attachments needed to runoff of propane out of the box. It was also nice that it came with the oil and the funnel to put the oil in as well. It also came with a handful of tools and the remote already ready to roll right out of the box. I have only owned it for a month so I can’t give much information on durability or lifespan but so far it seems like a solid built product.

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Jul 2, 2021
Reviewer name: DAngle385
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Awesome quiet generator

This is one of quietest generators I’ve ever heard. Easily powers our 27ft trailer travel with ease. Lasts a good 16-20 hours on one tank of gas depending on what you are running in your RV at the time. Would definitely purchase this again and recommend to friends.

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Dec 9, 2024
Reviewer name: Steel Hedd
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Good generator, just an inch from greatness

Bought this during the big Puget Sound outage of November. It only ran for a day before power came back, but I'm glad to have bought it. I love that it can use propane, so I don't have to deal with gas storage and carburetor cleanup over time, and it's very compact and relatively quiet. It is quite heavy though, but the wheels and carry handle help. However, for 5 starts it would have to be perfect, and this has some missed opportunities. Adding oil in the beginning was an absolute pain, the oil cap is buried at the bottom, and the funnel provided is minuscule. A cheaper 2000watt generator from a diff brand had a much longer and easier funnel. How hard would be to put the oil cap and dipstick somewhere at the top? And I found the remote start/stop pretty pointless - what I really need, is a remote control to turn the eco mode on/off, for when I need to start some big honkin' motor, like a portable AC/heatpump or dehumidifier. These will overload the generator in eco mode. And you do want to have it in eco mode most of the times, it's thristy :) Otherwise highly recommended. I was eyeing this for a long time, wish I had bought it during some previous shorter outages, instead of half way through a 5 days one. If you are like me, and still on the fence whether to buy one or not, you now know what to do...

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Nov 11, 2024
Reviewer name: Sam Bn
2 out of 5 stars
2 out of 5 stars review

Ran great, until it didn't

Purchased Jan 2024, used for backup offgrid power ~ 2hrs/day when there's no sun, have replaced 3 batteries, starter just went out, info screen went out after 2 hours of use(didn't affect output). Now (Nov 24) co monitor is stuck on and genny won't run more than 1-2 mins. Other than those issues, this genny ran great for ~ 4 months.

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Hello, thank you for letting us know about this, we are genuinely sorry to hear about it. I have passed your feedback to our quality control team to ensure that we are producing the best units possible. Please contact us at 1-855-944-3571 or support@wpowereq.com and we will do our best to make things right for you. Thanks, Cam - Westinghouse