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Westinghouse iGen4500c 4500 Peak Watts and 3700 Rated Watts Inverter Generator
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Jul 8, 2021
All Ready Used
5 out of 5 stars review

runs my whole camper with no worries

Fathers day trip. Set up camper as if off grid (had fathers house as reserve). Wife ran air conditioner ALL THE TIME. Unit ran 24 hours a day. Only cut it off to add gas. Then she was quick to start it from the camper remotely. Had no problems the whole 4 days we were there. Next time we both go out (boon docking) I'll Bring two 5 gal gas cans so I don't have to stress about making sure I have gas. All in all, I am very pleased with this unit. She ran everything she needed to while we were there. Now she has no excuse NOT to go off grid with me.

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Apr 17, 2022
Colorado Curtis
4 out of 5 stars review

Awesome Generator

I got this generator in January but haven't used yet as it is winter and not camp season. It's now April so I am getting ready for use. I filled with oil, fuel, and connected the battery. Unit fired right up both with push start on the unit and with the remote. I let run for 30 minutes to start the breakin period. The unit was quiet especially for the size. I didn't test with a meter but it's possibly a little quieter than my Generac 2200 watt inverter. Gave 4 star as I haven't used at all to be able to give a five star rating. Also it's nice to have the extendable handle but it feels flimsy like the handle on travel luggage. This unit is heavy so will just have to see how it holds up. Not concerned that handle will affect my like for the generator as the wheels seem big and sturdy.

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Mar 19, 2022
Rule62
5 out of 5 stars review

1st time is a charm

I did a lot of shopping around to find an affordable generator in my price range with all of the features I needed. The iGen4500 met all of my requirements. Did some review searching and found there was a problem with the auto choke. Watched a very detailed YouTube video showing how to connect the missed wire. Decided that I could fix it if it was a problem. Pulled the generator out of the box and followed all of the prep steps, fueled it up and used the included remote to start it. It cranked right up on the first push and choke worked just fine. Attached it to my camper and it handled the load just perfectly. I am very pleased with my purchase.

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Jun 10, 2022
grumpy old guy
5 out of 5 stars review

EXACTLY WHAT I WANTED

I did a lot of research before I choose this generator. Being partially disabled I have trouble lifting and moving heavy items. This unit works for me. I wanted something to use while camping and for the power outages that we have every year. This has the POWER that I need. It's QUITE to run. I wont feel guilty running this and waking up the neighbors. I wanted DUEL FUEL, gas is getting stupid to buy these days. It is HEAVY, I knew that going in to it. A little over a hundred pounds. The TELE-SCOPING HANDLE fixes the problem of moving it around. This handle comes out of the bottom of the unit not the top. By coming off the bottom it gives you a much better angel to hold and move it around without using just your arms. The 2 LARGE HANDLES on the top make it easier to lift.( My son lifts it for me when I can't) The REMOTE is a really nice feature. No pulling a cord to get it started. There is one but just as a backup to the backup. I don't have to get up in the morning when it's cold outside to start the generator. Now I just push a button and bingo. I can run my microwave and furnace and anything else I want. I can start my day with a nice hot cup of coco and not set a foot outside. NO NEED FOR A BATTERY TENDER. This has built in recharging and comes with the cord that you just plug into the control panel. Some of the other little things that I like. It comes with a small tool kit that has the tools you need to do the usual maintenance. A little funnel so you don't make a mess filling it with oil. The 1 down fall is the location of the bolt to empty the oil when doing an oil change. I will be looking for something to make that easier. All in all this is a great unit. If you need or want a generator as an emergency backup or an alternate power source while camping you can not go wrong with this unit. I highly recommend this unit.

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Sep 27, 2019
Dana
5 out of 5 stars review

Quiet, compact and portable

I was concerned that the noise from any generator would bother my neighbors, but this generator is so quiet it won't disturb anyone (quieter than a distant-sounding lawn mower). I hooked up a 12,000 BTU portable air conditioner and then tried an 1,100 watt microwave, and this generator handled them each with no problem. Even though it weighs about 100 pounds, the wheels and handle make it easy to move around. It also isn't too large, which is nice for storage in my garage. The remote on/off feature is nice and the unit starts up easily with it. I live in Northern California where PG&E now shuts off power temporarily when there is a threat of fires during red flag conditions. It's good to be prepared now, in case that happens in my neighborhood in the future. I am pleased with my purchase and have already recommended this generator to others.

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Jun 5, 2020
Stringer
5 out of 5 stars review

I love the remote start in the fuel efficiency!

I bought this last fall. Finally got a chance to use it for the first time camping last weekend. It started and worked excellent I absolutely love it! the only dislike I have is how you have to change the oil but other than that it's a perfect little machine

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Mar 8, 2022
Michael 73
5 out of 5 stars review

Just Wonderful

I love this gen. as an older person NO MORE PULLING A CORD FOR 1/2 an hour to start, Starts with a remote dual fuel gas or propane and its SAFE for all my ELECTRONICS. WESTINGHOUSE so you know its great that you know you can trust, comes with propane hose and regulator, and tool kit , battery .

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Apr 22, 2021
Morgan M41
5 out of 5 stars review

Boat Application

After long research of many brands and gas verse diesel, I purchased the iGen4500DF for an installation on my 41' live aboard sailboat. The unit has many safety features and routing of the exhaust in a very safe and secure matter was a breeze! The unit is amazing compared to my older water cooled diesel generator! I would highly recommend this unit to anyone wanting safe, quiet and smart generator. It would also be excellent for an RV application. I originally ordered the DF version, but was shipped the non-propane model, however I did end up keeping the gas only model. Although I don't have the flexibility of two fuels, I am very satisfied. Keep in mind this unit is not some traditional break out the generator for a storm every 5 years generator. This is one that's made to use for long runs and operate sensitive equipment such as computers. I run my A/C reverse cycle AC unit, refrigeration, digital battery charger and other digital systems and it works so great!

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Jul 8, 2020
TheDetailCompanySeattle
5 out of 5 stars review

Amazing generator, quiet & work horse

This is the second one I've purchased. The first was unfortunately stolen when my work trailer was broken into. After using the previous igen4500 daily for over a year with no issues there was no question I had to buy the same model again. Highly recommend!

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Feb 8, 2018
Five0
4 out of 5 stars review

Runs Quiet and Excellent Features!

Great design and control board. Started up the first time with no issues. Main concern is no manual choke. Yet instructions state it may be necessary to manually start and choke??? Had some scratches on the plastic from factory and rv plug g seems backwards. Appears well built. Still, very concerened about high altitude operation with no manual choke or a carb kit available at present.

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