Today I fired it up for the first time after connecting the battery and adding oil and fuel. I am very satisfied with its ease of operation, user friendly control panel (see pic), and easy to follow instruction manual. The generator is enclosed in a hard plastic shell (which greatly reduces the noise level) and has two panels to access the battery and add oil. This machine weighs in at over 90 lbs., so the rear wheels and retractable telescopic handle (similar in design to those on large pieces of luggage) are greatly appreciated for moving it around. I tested the 3 ways to start the generator and they performed flawlessly. First with the manual pull-cord, then the electric start, and then the remote electric start (my favorite method!). The generator comes with a 0.6L bottle of 4-stroke small engine oil, an AC power adapter to charge the battery if needed (though once the generator is fired up it automatically charges the battery), a funnel to add oil, and a socket tool for changing the spark plug. I purchased 4 extension cords: (2) 25 Foot Lighted Outdoor Extension Cord - 10/3 SJTW Yellow 10 Gauge Extension Cable with 3 Prong Grounded Plug, (1) 25 Foot Lighted Outdoor Extension Cord with 3 Electrical Power Outlets - 10/3 SJTW Yellow 10 Gauge Extension Cable with 3 Prong Grounded Plug, and a 50 Foot Lighted Outdoor Extension Cord - 10/3 SJTW Yellow 10 Gauge Extension Cable with 3 Prong Grounded Plug to ensure they will handle the loads without getting hot. The 10 Gauge size was recommended by Westinghouse for the load I'd be drawing in relation to the length of cord (see pics). One final note, though the generator is encased in a strong plastic cover, the manual warns not to use it in rain or snow. I therefore built a wooden enclosure to house the generator since I live in the Pacific Northwest where we have lots of rain and wind storms. I added breathing vents and a large vent for the exhaust. I then covered the entire box with Flex Seal to protect it from the elements. All in all I am very satisfied with this generator rated at 3700 Running Watts/4500 Peak Watts which will allow me to run my full-size refrigerator, operate an indoor ceramic heater and some smaller appliances and/or lights.

I've recently bought it, so can't say much about any problem might face during normal use. After connecting the battery (it came disconnected), adding oil, gasoline, I attempted to run it using the manual start without charging the battery but it did not start. After charging the battery for about 30 min, it ran with a push with very low noise level. It came with a remote start/stop which is a very convenient feature. So far so good.

I bought it to use when dry camping and keep hours off my Built in generator. It runs a 15k Ac unit no problem. It wont run the micro and AC at the same time but any other combo of devices is fine. Pretty quiet when using low power, about the same as my Honda 2000. But when you pull a larger load it is a little louder, but not obnoxious. Honestly even then its tough to hear while in the coach. The remote start is AWESOME! Works very well. Tim

ADDED OIL AND GAS STARTED RIGHT UP. RAN 1500 WATT ELECTRIC HEATER, DID NO REV UP ABOVE IDLE. HAVE A HONDA EU2000. RUNS AT FULL SPEED WITH THIS HEATER. IS VERY QUIET, WAS HAPPY. WILL SEE HOW IT WORKS THE A/C ON CAMPER IN SPRING. SEEMS THAT IT WILL HAVE PLENTY OF JUICE FOR MY R/V

I bought 2 of these generators and one started great and worked fine and the other started but the choke stayed closed. I had to remove the side cover to get at the choke and manually open it. I learned how to do this in a tech service bulletin. I don’t know if the same thing will happen again later. This seems to be an issue in a lot of reviews that I’ve read. One out of two is a really bad initial first impression quality rating.

These units are amazing and rank in second place in comparison to all other generators this size. It starts on the first try. Gives us all the power we need! It is so good that we have purchased 4 of them! Did I tell you they are so quiet running? Well, they are the most quiet generators that I have used.

I bought this generator because it was quite, had a great price and was powerful enough to run my Air Conditioning in my camper trailer in addition to other electrical loads. It is also easy to move around, thanks to the wheels and extendable handle. It handles like a travel suitcase. This is my second generator purchase. The first is also going strong!

Came in great condition, Followed instructions, Would not start, Called helpline and they picked right up and were amazingly helpful, they emailed me a service bulletin that was pretty easy to follow, Aparently the choke gets stuck after being stored and transported. All I did was move the chock, and it started right up. It has started ever since, I have started it probably 20 times with the push button start and also the included remote control. Seems to work well now. I also ordered the high altitude kit for it that costs $18. For the price this generator is great, and has way more perks than the Honda. My unit came with the 30 amp plug facing the right way, and a remote control. If it will continue to run like it is right know I would give it a 5 star. I am giving it a 3 star just because it would not start at first, and had to call the company.

Everything, but the gas and fuel stabilizer came with it. It was in perfect shape. I followed the simple instructions and within 15 minutes had it running and powering our trailer. It's super quiet. We can't wait to use it next week on a boondocking trip.

iGen500c was delivered a week ago. Setup was reasonably straightforward. I suggest you look at one of the 'unboxing and starting' videos on you tube before you start. That makes it quite easy to do. Started on second pull of the cord. A few minutes, then shut it down. Then tested both the push button and remote electric starts. Both worked very well. Ran it for about 45 minutes with different loads (within the 50% limit during break-in) and it responded well on adding them and adding power. Finally did a decibel level check at 5 locations, where I had taken numbers for on my old generator the previous week. Excellent results, it ran a minimum of 25% quieter than the old Generac, and the sound is a very tolerable low hum rather than a roaring beast.!! Will be running it once a week to get through the break-in and first oil change