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Customer reviews for 5000/3900–Watt Westinghouse Gas-Powered Inverter With Quiet Technology + Remote Electric Start for
5000/3900–Watt Westinghouse Gas-Powered Inverter With Quiet Technology + Remote Electric Start
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Nov 11, 2020
Reviewer name: Bruce4500
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Compact, quiet generator

I bought this a few days ago and really like it's small size and the fact it has wheels and a handle to move it around. It is really quiet when running and has all the controls on the front panel. I like that it has an hour meter built in which will help with routine maintenance. The electric start is really nice and easy to use; just turn the switch on and press the start button for 1 second and it does the rest.

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Dec 7, 2024
Reviewer name: Billy1959
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Great features

I bought the iGen5000c a week ago. Manual was easy to follow. After following the instructions it started right away. This was an upgrade for me from a Honda with fuel gauge. The same price as what we paid for our Honda we get much better features. Fuel gauge, which is important. Along with bigger fuel tank, electric start, and remote. Love the pullhandle

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Apr 12, 2021
Reviewer name: Dylitchrous
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

So far so good

Added gas and oil. The iGen4500 cranked up the first time with the remote right out of the box! It runs quiet as advertised. Sleek appearance with a small footprint. It is priced well compared to others in its class. The iGen4500 will work well for anyone who doesn't need to run a lot of high wattage appliances or equipment. It has several great features. I've only used it once and it worked well. So far so good!

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May 3, 2021
Reviewer name: Bert88
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Love quick access doors to battery and oil fill

I bought this generator iGen4500 with remote start option for my camper as I needed 30 amp power to run at least 1 ac unit in hot summers. After months of searching for a generator and reading many reviews I am looking forward to this and hopefully for good quality and reliability over time. Have only used once so far and comparing to others it is fairly quiet and reasonable for its size so far.

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Jan 7, 2022
Reviewer name: Kranlin
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Meets - and Exceeds - Expectations

Having never used a generator before, I was nervous about the set up and maintenance and both are a breeze. The manual is clear and concise and covers everything in good detail. It's sturdy yet easy to move with the inbuilt handles and pull-out handle. Great product!

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Nov 8, 2019
Reviewer name: Hennemanster
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Great features, CA Legal, but a smidge loud

Received this a few days ago, just fired it up for the first time. Worked out of the box after adding oil, gas, and connecting the quick connect battery connection. No problems at all. Love that it has a gas gauge, as well as tells you an estimate of how many hours are left based on the gas currently in the tank. Legal in California, However for some reason Amazon would not ship to my house, but Home Depot would. Same price online at both Amazon and Home Depot, $949 plus tax. Comes with everything you need to get it running, except for gas. Couple things to keep in mind: 1) Do not just dump the full 0.6 quart container of oil in, I found it only takes about 0.5 quarts. 2) Some of the directions incorrectly say you need to hook up the negative terminal of the battery, but that is not the case, you only need to connect the quick-connect battery connector. It's super easy to get running. I find it does run a little louder than I thought it would, but with this much power it's probably the best that can be done.

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Nov 5, 2022
Reviewer name: 3DogNiteDad
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

I'd purchase again

Purchased the unit back in October and just got around to firing it up. The unit was delivered on the date specified. The unit is easy to maneuver but takes two to lift it. The instructions were easy to follow although the oil is a bit inconvenient to fill. Hooked up the battery, added fuel and it fired right up. The only issue is the unit wouldn't shut off; either by the On/Off switch or the remote. I'm sure it's a wire that became dislodged and will be contacting Support for help. I really like the compactness, the ability to wheel the unit around, and the low db level. I'd recommend the iGen4500 to anyone.

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Jan 24, 2022
Reviewer name: FrankGrey
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

Pleasantly suprised!

My review of the iGEN4500 is based on owning a Westinghouse WH2400i prior to this purchase. The iGEN4500 is roughly twice the size physically and in power. The iGEN4500 has more bells and whistles; electric and remote start, larger fuel tank, stronger engine, and carrying handle. Unfortunately, the iGEN4500 did not improve on the oil filler location. It is still troublesome to fill and not get oil inside the compartment. Access the internal on the iGEN4500 is better than the WH2400i. All is necessary is to unscrew some screws and you are in. I'm torn on gas consumption, though. I could get 14 hours on 1.4 gallons of gas with the WH2400i, but I get 22 hours on 3.4 gallons of gas with the iGEN4500. I really wanted the electric start so I was willing to accept the higher gas usage of the iGEN4500, or at least I think I do. Now, the most recognizable difference has been in sound (loudness). I believe both the iGEN4500 and WH2400i have the same decibel rating but to my ears the iGEN4500 is noticeably quieter. I really despise companies marketing generators as quiet and/or super quiet. It has to be as stupidest as calling power banks solar generators. Generators are not quiet, but I will say the iGEN4500 , compared to the WH2400i completely took me by surprise. In my book, there are two wins in the iGEN4500 column, electric start and less generator noise. Just like the WH2400i, I do not plan to put many hours on the unit. It will only see occasional use. But it is nice to know I can move the unit easily outdoor, run an extension cord to wherever my load is, go back indoors, and use the remote start key fob. It will be equally nice to barely hear the generator running from indoors. I hope this guy will give me troublefree operation just as the WH2400i during it reign.

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May 21, 2020
Reviewer name: Cw25
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Quiet amazing

so I'm not going to lie when I first bought the unit I was super mad because it was leaking gas. I got my mechanic skills going and notices the carburetor valve was not tight so I turned it and not the generator is working like a champ. Can't wait to see what this bad boy has in it.

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May 4, 2021
Reviewer name: Razr425
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Awesome generator

Couldn't be more excited and happy with my purchase! Great product and quiet as can be! Remote works quite aways away from the unit which is super helpful when you have kids and don't want to leave the fire every time they want to make a snack or use the TV in the trailer!

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