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Westinghouse WGen5300DFv Dual Fuel Portable Generator with Volt Switch Selector
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Mar 7, 2023
LandLord323
4 out of 5 stars review

Needed for Another Power Outage

This was a dual Fuel, tried a new propane tank i had for my grill. Only last 8 Hours and 15 minutes. After that i switched to gas, was getting close to 14 hours on one fill up. Not sure if this one can do it, i've not found any instructions, but would be nice if i could adjust the output voltage. A bit louder than the one i've used in the past, but would recommend, for its ease of use.

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Mar 3, 2021
GavinInPennsylvania
5 out of 5 stars review

Great Price for Dual Fuel

I bought this with the plan to only use the LP. The manual is well written. I added oil, connected the LP tank, and ran it for an hour with no load (recommended for engine break in). It started easy and ran great. I plugged in a few small items to test afterwards with no issues. I haven't used it in an emergency yet; however, I like the peace of mind of having it.

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Oct 11, 2024
RedShadow
4 out of 5 stars review

Great unit, with a couple of setup issues

Purchases dual fuel unit to replace an older generator. When putting the unit together, the wheels went on very easily. The two feet however had issues with the bolt that was welded onto the frame being misaligned with the holes on the feet. I wound up using a smaller bolt that would fit through without threading on one of the bolts. The second issue I came across was starting the unit for the first time using propane. I followed the detailed setup information but The unit would not start and the data center display would not illuminate. Hey call to support resolved botilluminateery quickly. The unit runs very well and will power virtually my entire house and appliances.

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Jan 13, 2025
DougM84
4 out of 5 stars review

Can run on propane and connect to electric panel

I purchased this combination fuel gas/propane model primarily for backup during a power outage. I plan to use propane so I don't have to bother with gas, fuel stabilizer, etc. And having an extra propane tank around is handy for the grill too! I also chose this model because I plan to get an interlock installed on my electric panel and connect it right to the panel. I did start it up and let it run for 20 minutes or so on propane. It took several pulls for the initial startup. Note that you do need the choke on regardless of the fuel type :-) Only plugged a few small tools into the 120 receptacles just to try it out so haven't run it under much of a load yet, but it seemed to run fine/evenly.

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Jul 16, 2024
Rtime Decor
5 out of 5 stars review

Westinghouse Dual Fuel Generator

I bought this after Hurricane Beryl in Houston area because I needed a bigger generator for household. Love it so far has been easy to start and purrs like a kitten. Only used for a week or so but dual fuel is a definite advantage. Through years of using generators I would highly recommend using ethanol free fuel only if you have that option.

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Jun 29, 2023
The Way
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy Assembly and Startup

The instructions were very well laid out, and the parts and tools needed for assembly were all there. A lot of though was put forth so the customer isn't fumbling for tools and oil during assembly. The unit ran smoothly and powered my 30A RV no problem. The unit was purchased to power the RV and 2 freezers after potential hurricane outages.

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Aug 12, 2023
fullstokeskoolie
5 out of 5 stars review

Ideal Back up power for our bus

We live full-time in a school bus conversion with a solar setup, but you always have to have a backup plan. This generator is awesome! I love that it can run on gas or propane if we’re in a pinch, and it’s super user friendly and seems well made. Portable and sturdy, it will have our backs for this adventure!

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Feb 8, 2022
Chopperblaq72
5 out of 5 stars review

Satisfied customer

I bought my Westinghouse 5300 generator about a year or so ago but just took it out the box on the 3rd of this month we had an ice storm and power was out 5 days and I have never been more satisfied with a generator ever in my life I did it’s job and I will recommend your product to my family and friends…Thanks

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Jul 5, 2021
Johnpincf
4 out of 5 stars review

Not Perfect but Good Enough

Completed the 1 hour breakin and tested under load, works as advertised. Good instructions for startup and operation. Wish they would explain why not to switch between 120/240 while running. I see nothing in the schematic that would hurt anything if there is no load (I'm an engineer). Only problem I have had is I can not get it started when on propane. Even after running on propane it will not restart on propane. Need to use ether starting fluid or switch to gasoline. Perhaps I am too much of a girley man to pull it hard enough. An electric start option would be good.

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Oct 24, 2024
Bud N
5 out of 5 stars review

Dual Power Source

This Westinghouse Dual Fuel Generator which uses gasoline or propane is just what we need in case of power outages on the farm. It was also purchased with our RV in mind. Stout machine with well marked controls. Instruction booklet was easily understood. A little heavier than I expected so it looks like it will last years.

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