I did massive research on my first generator as to what to buy, and this was the best bang for my buck when it came to my needs vs the specs of this generator. This unit is extremely heavy, too heavy for carriers with no material moving equipment. UPS, FedEx and USPS use no equipment to help them deliver packages, so unless Arnold Schwartzenegger is delivering your generator, know in advance the box will arrive damaged, but the generator (I think) is packaged with this in mind. After all, the generator is so heavy, one can only lift it so hi, so it doesn't have far to fall if dropped. After setting up my generator, it was obvious to me that people were not following directions when reading their reviews. I don't care if you have been operating generators all your life (like myself) this one will not set up, prep and start like any other your used too. READ THE DIRECTIONS! This generator ships with no motor oil and has a "break in" period. Be sure to pour the entire contents of the supplied oil into the crankcase. (3/4 of a court capacity) 10w30. After the break in period (run for 1 hour with no load), it recommends after 25 hours of load run time to change the oil. That's where I recommend converting to synthetic oil. This generator comes with everything you need to set it up except the fuel. It even comes with the tools to put the legs and wheels on and a funnel to pour the oil in. This thing started on the very first pull for me, and runs quieter than any of my previous generators. Bottom line: If you don't read the user manual, don't dare complain about the item or leave a bad review. People who have been using generators for years like myself (and those who make them) can tell if they have read the instructions or not just by reading a review. Even with all the "fibs" within it. This generator is worth buying even if you don't know how to interpret and apply the instructions, just hire someone else who knows what they're doing to set it up for you. Way to go Westinghouse! Eat your heart out Generac!

The initial set up for my WGen5300DFv was very quick and simple. All needed tools included with it. Started right up on LP gas for the first trial run. The next day it started first pull with 1/2 gal of gas in the tank, on which it ran for well over the hour break-in. Quieter than other open frame gensets I have been around, even under load. Love the dual fuel capability, as well as the fuel shut-off and especially the built in carburetor bowl drain feature to prepare for storage after running on gasoline.

I bought this generator after a 13 hour power outage . I have 2 houses on my property and only had one generator so I let my daughter use it on her house. I am excited to have a propane generator because that takes away any chance of the carb gumming up from gas setting in the bowl, also its difficult to find non ethanol fuel in our area. I dont want another storm to show up but if it does I will be better prepared.

Bought over the weekend for a small camping trip. Ran it for 17 hrs, not consecutively. It will run for about 30 seconds total now. Didn’t over power it. Tried troubleshooting… everything. Drained the oil and the fuel thinking it was that. It was neither. Do not recommend this product.

We bought this generator in case we needed it for one of TX many storms, and sure enough we used it this past week with storm Beryl. The dual fuel came in handy when in the early hours there was no gas to be found, so we used the propane tank (which didnt last as long as regular gas does) and then we found gas at a gas station and refueled it, so both fuel types work, just the propane tank only lasted about 4 hrs. Setup was pretty easy and straight forward. The wheels come in handy for easy transportation. Overall I recommend this generator.

I purchased this earlier this year. Followed the break in process and haven't had to use it as we got it for emergency power loss. Just got hit with a bad storm and lost power and went and got it out and it fired up on the 3rd pull after sitting for several months. Been running our fridge and freezer as well as providing us with some power. Very happy with it.

I've never owned a generator so I can't say how it compares to others out there, but I can say it was by far the best deal for a dual fuel generator. It was a much better price than generators that provided much less power. It was easy to assemble the wheels. It's very well built and easy to use. Would definitely purchase this brand again. Highly recommend.

Just bought and unboxed instructions were easy to understand and set up all notes and diagrams were simple for anyone to use which is great if I'm not home and my wife or relatives need it in emergency. Only thing I would say is my shed is higher off the ground, about 4 to 6 inches, the wheel base is really low. Four wheels would make it a lot easier to load onto platforms instead of the two back wheels.

Bought this for the inevitable power outage that gets us when least expected. Now that I have this generator at the ready, there has been no power outage in my area....but I am ready for when there is. After filling the oil,, it starts and runs easy enough, but that is all I have done so far.

This particular model is a high quality one that works well. Nothing felt or looked cheap. It has good connectivity and nice features. I had a little trouble starting it on propane the first time, but a shot of starting fluid fixed the issue, and it now starts on the first or second pull every time. The only drawback I noticed is that it is quite loud even for equipment of this type... approximately the sound of a gas push mower when standing next to it, but I wasn't expecting whisper quiet either, so not a big issue. Overall, it is worth what I paid for it.