decided to purchase the Westinghouse iGen4500DF inverter generator. My first impression upon receipt was the packaging it came in. Though the box was a bit roughed up due to shipping, none of the contents were damaged. The box is made of sturdy cardboard and the styrofoam packing is of good quality - not the usual flimsy stuff that comes from China. The company did it's job to ensure it's product gets to the customer in good shape. After unboxing and reading the user manual, I added oil, connected the battery and added gasoline. I only use premium gasoline without ethanol for all my small engines. Note that a handy oil funnel comes with the unit along with oil and enough small tools to perform the usual maintenance tasks like changing the spark plug or air cleaner. I thought this was a very nice touch. Careful when adding the oil, it can be easily overfilled. Just go slow and check the level often as you fill. I then double-checked the startup procedure, and pressed the start button. It started on the first try. I let it run for a few minutes and shut it down. I then tried the remote start. Again, it started on the first try. I ran the unit on and off for the next hour just playing with it and checking things over. So far, it has started on the first try every time no matter which method I used. I'll take it as a very good sign. The generator is made with good quality plastics and metal. Nothing that I have touched or handled feels cheap or flimsy. The telescoping handle works well and is sturdy. I was able to extend the handle and move the unit with one arm while in the garage - just to see if I could. The unit rolls well and is easy to maneuver; however, I do not expect this to be the case while in the woods, but I think I'll be able to place it where I want it without too much trouble. It is also nice to know that If the generator is connected to a propane tank, you can switch from using gasoline to propane on the fly and vice versa. I like this flexibility! This generator is very similar to the Cummins Onan P4500DF Dual-Fuel Inverter Generator.

This is a very sophisticated machine! Its pretty quiet, and has remote start, dual fuel, parallel capability and a "suitcase-type" handle to wheel it around. It also makes a few more watts than most of the similar units I looked at. It is clearly a cut above the competition. Customer service answered a question I had via phone immediately. When you register the machine with Westinghouse, you need the serial number. It is found on a barcode "sticky" tag that has the number on it. But it doesn't say serial number.

I've only run it on propane so far, but it starts right up, runs relatively quiet, and adapts to loads quickly with little hesitation. Very happy with it after having researched generators for many hours. Light enough to take camping with the RV trailer, and can be paralleled to run a 240volt 30amp transfer switch at home. Only feature I wish it had were adjustments for altitude. I don't have the high altitude kit yet, but I imagine putting it in every time we camp at elevation, then taking it out at home, will get old quickly.

We just bought this inverter generator to replace our older, less powerful generator. This generator is really well made and also thoughtfully engineered with the operator in mind. Everything is easy to reach, view and check. They have even included an extended oil funnel that screws into the oil chamber to minimize oil leakage or spills. The generator started the first time with a push of the button; the remote worked perfectly as well. Tested it with a load, and immediately handled without issue. I really appreciate the CO monitor, the built in wheels, the handles and the long front extension handle to enable easy movement and placement of the generator, even with someone who has had several back surgeries. I would highly recommend spending the extra money for this relatively quiet, smooth running inverter generator - you will be glad that you did!

Great back up generator. I takes little space to start and its easy to handle with the telescope handle. It's really handy that it comes with the adaptor for the liquid propane tank, the correct oil, oil funner and tools. Im pleased with my purchase.

Just started my igen4500df up today for the first time. Everything was in the box that was supposed to be and in great condition. Generator started right up after adding oil and fuel. Also had it hooked up to propane and ran great when switching between propane and gas. A little sputtering when switching which is normal. Generator is quiet and runs great so far. Hooked it up to my Nash travel trailer and turned on the microwave and then the A/C and handled the loads great. My honda 2000 would not operate the A/C. I think this is just as quiet as the honda.

I bought this for emergency for when not if my house power goes out and it worked great. It started up first try and has always worked. So for only used propane and it worked great, i had no issues with it starting or shutting off or overload issues. It was really quiet for the power that it generates. I recommend this generator. I will continue to test it but so far so good

I bought this to upgrade our wattage from our Honda i2000 eu for our home use during the Planned Safety Power Shutoffs courtesy of PGE in NorCal. I love being able to use propane or gas. just switch it. easy peasey. My spouse loves the electric start. we had an electrician install a manual transfer switch in our power panel so now we can pretty much run everything in the house. mini split, or swamp cooler. 2 fridges and freezer along with all lights and stove. even the microwave once in a while. we bought a small rubbermaid plastic garden shed to house it. works great.

I have a Westinghouse open frame 7500 watt generator. I bought the iGen4500 because it is rated to be much quieter than my open frame generator and has low THD for sensitive electronic products. Have run the iGen a couple times for very short periods. It is much quieter than my open frame. Let's wait and see how it operates when we have a power outage.

I brought this iGen4500DFc because of the dual fuel capability. Propane use is a big plus and less messy than gas. What I did not expect is how quiet it is compared to my old generator. It also started immediately with the first push of remote start. Overall, this will be a nice addition to our household during the stormy season.