I just purchased the generator and the set up was very simple. I connected the battery, added gas and the included oil then turned on the fuel switch and battery toggle and then pressed start and it started immediately. I am in the process of the 5hr. Break in period utilizing varying loads up to 50% of maximum.

Generator arrived in great shape. No problem with set up. Battery was charged. The generator was tested at the factory so there is residual oil in the unit. The supplied oil will over fill the unit. Quick set up should point that out better. I wish a free bonus generator cover offer that comes in the manual packet would have been mentioned before I ordered one. Runs very quiet. I like the features but the manual totally contradicts the remote start purpose. Manual says to not have anything plugged in or powered prior to start and unplug before shut down. Seems like an issue for RV operation. I asked customer service and was told its a backup to the electric start button on the unit. Back up to me is the pull start. Also the master switch has to be on for the remote start to work. Not sure how long the battery will last with the switch on. To be fair I have read that other competitors say the same thing. I will have to talk to my RV tech and get their input. Why have remote start if I have to walk outside to the generator anyway. I will post again after more experience with the unit. Customer service has been easy to reach and friendly. All in all I still feel like it was a great choice.

We received delivery of our generator today. We watched videos prior to purchase and yes...we read the manual too. The generator started up after two attempts oon the electric start. After that it started with just one push. We carried on a conversation standing next to the generator without having to raise our voices. Decibels was a main consideration in purchasing this generator. We plan to use to power our 5th wheel camper. We have one A/C unit. My wife and I are able to lift it as well. That was another consideration over other heavier models. Nice panel display.

Generator performs as expected. Would recommend to anyone for 30 amp camper. Had trouble starting generator first time. Called the 800# and received excellent service in how to get generator started. Has worked with key fob ever since-no manual choke needed.

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.

Easy starting, fuel efficient. This generator powered my class A coach for what ever was required. I estimated about 16 hrs on a tank of gas with 1 ac unit running. With the. Savings f running my onboard LP genset, this will pay for itself in a short time.

I just picked up my generator today. We hooked up the battery and put the oil and gas in, and it cranked on the very first try. Also cranked easily with the remote. We stood within a foot of it, without a load, and had a conversation in a normal voice. I put a small load on it, and it barely increased the volume. Follow the instruction of not overfilling the oil. We thought we had a leak, but putting the whole bottle of oil (included) actually filled it enough to leak out on the ground a little. After the initial droplets, it stopped completely. I am looking forward to better weather so we can go camping and actually use it, but at this time, it's truly money well spent!

Bought this after realizing I needed a reliable portable generator when a hurricane passed through and cause an extended power outage. This generator started up first try, with the remote key fob and ran quietly. I am looking forward to the next outage to put this machine to practice.

The iGen5000c generator was purchased following a massive windstorm that left us without power for nearly three days. It arrived well packaged, and setup was easy. Instructions were clear and once the battery was connected, oil and fuel added, it ran smoothly from the start. I have yet to put much of a load on it but so far, I am quite pleased with the IGen5000c.

Has many good features and a full 30 amps of running power. Love the led readout of fuel, power used and run time left. It is very quiet. The product manual is dated and images are of an earlier model. Also, when filling the oil they say to use the whole bottle. That overfilled mine and made a mess. Guess some may have been left in at the factory. Other than that everything is good. Time will tell on endurance.