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Westinghouse iGen2800 2800 Watt Recoil Start Inverter Generator
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May 1, 2021
Reviewer name: Campers
3 out of 5 stars
3 out of 5 stars review

Lacking Rated Power - No Surge Power

Running my camper through a Hughes Power Watchdog for voltage and amp reading. I can adjust my inverter maximum input power to load the generator to specific power outputs. Here are my results at ~ 35ft above see level @ 80F through ~25' of 10/3 SOOW. Running ethanol free 87 octane. - 119V at 17.3 amps genset reads 100% on the display (2058 Watts) - 118V at 18.5 amps genset reads 100% plus the overload light is on (2183 Watts) - As soon as I ramp up to 19 amps the genset disconnects on overload

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Aug 17, 2021
Reviewer name: Kaka
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Very Quiet and Portable

Purchased for hurricane season, hopefully we don't have to use it much. My husband put the oil in as instructed and added only a little gasoline for a test run. Placed it on choke and with one pull the generator started right up. He then plugged in a drill on an extension cord just to make sure it worked properly.

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Jul 1, 2021
Reviewer name: Gkpasco
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Lightweight with some juice

Purchased in Florida due to our crazy weather at times. My goal is to maintain my fridge and/or a small portable air conditioner if needed. I have watched some horror stories play out and although I have only been without power in the past for about one full day, I want to have some power when needed.

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

WOULD START A/C ON RV TRAILER

OUT OF BOX, ADDED OIL AND GASOLINE. EASY FIRST PULL IT STARTED. AFTER SHORT WARM UP TURNED EFFICIENCY MODE ON. PLUGGED 30 A POWER CABLE FROM RV TRAILER. WENT INSIDE AND SWITCHED ON A/C. IT STARTED IMMEDIATELY AND CYCLED ON AND OFF AS CALLED FOR. PERFECT FUNCTION IN THAT EFFICIENCY MODE. NEXT DAY STARTED WITH EASY FIRST PULL. CHECKED WHEN A/C WAS RUNNING ON AND 30 FOOT POWER CORD TO RV INSIDE VOLTAGE WAS 119 WITH A/C RUNNING. VOLTS INSIDE WITH LITTLE LOAD ON WAS 121. SO VOLTAGE REGULATION IN RV WAS PERFECT. THE LED FUNCTIONS WERE VERY HANDY. THE iGEN2500 MORE THAN MET MY NEEDS. I'M 82 AND CAN HANDLE THE WEIGHT TO MOVE IT ETC. I RECOMMEND YOU SERIOUSLY LOOK AT HIS UNIT. I DID A LOT OF RESEARCH ON THIS MODEL BEFORE ORDERING ONE.

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Nov 15, 2020
Reviewer name: BWguy
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Just got it, quiet

Just received it. Right out of the box easy to set up and start. Have it running today to make sure all okay before we properly store it away. Quiet, providing power to our utility shed for several hours now. Suggest keeping the oil container so you can easily measure out correct amount of oil when refilling.

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Jun 20, 2024
Reviewer name: Gingerboy
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Highly recommend

Got this for our camper primarily. We also used it at home to test run the refrigerator in case of a power outage. Started right up, worked great. Powered the camper ac, fridge, lights, and water heater at the same time! Super quiet too. Our conversation was louder than the unit. Very happy.

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Jul 9, 2021
Reviewer name: chaschwing
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

works well

Bought for intermittent emergency use during power outages in CA to operate fridge, washer, dryer, microwave, etc. Starts easily like a lawnmower after several pulls. Grounding recommended was not given guidance in manual, so fastened a length of electrical wire from the grounding nut on the generator to a steel post driven into the ground. Due to weight of generator, it's stored on a small furniture dolly for rolling. Runs quietly and is compact. Easy to maintain. Happy with it.

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Feb 23, 2025
Reviewer name: Jeff in Tennessee
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Westinghouse iGen2800c Inverter Generator

The Westinghouse iGen2800c Inverter Generator with CO Sensor is a reliable, efficient, and portable solution for all your power needs. With a peak output of 2,800 watts and running watts of 2,200, it’s perfect for emergencies, camping, or tailgating. Weighing just 47.4 lbs and featuring a built-in carrying handle, it’s easy to transport and store. Its quiet operation at 52 dBA ensures minimal disruption, and its CO sensor provides an essential safety feature. The automatic low oil shutdown, voltage regulation, and overload protection enhance its reliability. Additionally, the clean power output with less than 3% THD makes it safe for sensitive electronics. The LED display offers real-time information, adding to its user-friendly design. Overall, the iGen2800c is a versatile and trustworthy generator.

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Sep 26, 2022
Reviewer name: nimbus
1 out of 5 stars
1 out of 5 stars review

iGen2500

I bought this generator a year ago . We live in an area where there are often power outages. When I received the unit, I put in some gas, added oil and started the unit. . I then put it in my shed for the next power outage. That was yesterday 8/25/2022, about a year after I purchased it. I tried starting it for about a half an hour in the rain. I then let it sit for 20 minutes and tried again. finally thinking maybe it was flooded i went to take out the spark plug and noticed that the spark plug was split down the middle and the spark plug wire that attached to the plug was cracked. Needless to say we had no power for the nite. Now ask me how I like the product

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Oct 18, 2021
Reviewer name: Joknee
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Compact and full of features

This compact generator is just the right size for the applications I intend to use it for. After the massive power outage here in S Texas in February this year I lost the capability to heat my well pump head and pool pumping apparatus (we live in the country and have our own drilled well) - serious damaged pipes and pumps etc. With this generator I will be better prepared this year and have piece of mind.

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