I'm going to use this as a whole house standby in case of storms. I like the dual fuel option, but my plan is to only use propane, so I stocked up on 4 spare 20lb tanks. Propane puts out slightly less power but lasts forever. The generator went together easily, just the feet and wheels needed assembly and of course oil fill and battery connection. It came with oil and a oil fill, very nice. I connected to propane with the included hose and regulator to my tank, pressed the start button and after just a second or two of cranking it fired right up (on propane no issues). This unit even with reduced power to 8500 watts is more than enough for the 30amp twist lock connector. My electrician comes next week to install a 30amp interlock, then i can try it out as a test. My amp measurements show short of my electric dryer it should power everything including my two split AC systems and oil fired burner with no problem. The remote is added bonus as I can start the unit from inside after switching the breaker panel over. I expect it will be very handy in bad weather.

This generator is easy to use right out of the box. I have tested and love the remote control function of it. It is a very heavy unit and hopefully that means that it is durable. I haven't used it long enough to give it a 5 star. I will break in and start using to see it's full capacity and hopefully have the time to give you all a feedback on it. So far, it's the best one that I bought so far.

I bought this after Hurricane IDA hit Louisiana. The summers here are brutal and you can not be here without AC I have been looking at buying a generator for several years now and I finally did it! Too many times without AC will do that to you. This generator is easy to use with very clear instructions and labels. I would recommend Westinghouse to everyone.

I purchased this email after using my sister Westinghouse 6500 generator that we used for two different power outages. Since we have purchased this generator, we have not had to use it. When It was easy to put together but at the end of putting it together, I missed the item about putting the quick connect on the battery. Then tried to start it at a different time and it would not start so I was checking trouble shooting items and did not see this noted. I finally called the 855 # and got a case #. I reread the operation & maintenance again and did not find anything that I was doing wrong. Then I went back through the assembly portion of the user manual and notice the last item was to put the quick connect together on the battery. After doing that the unit started right up. Now we are all set for the next power outage.

Bought this for power outages during storm season. Living rural power loss is more frequent. Received our WGen9500DF today, assembled it per the assembly instructions no problem. Never did find the ECO mode switch. Checked other reviews and no one else found it either. Hooked it to a new propane bottle and it started with first push of the start switch Seems to be quiet enough and smooth running. Hope we get many years of service.

The first thing I noticed about the WGen9500DF was how solid its built, heavy duty. I'm in the industrial mechanical world and this generator has heavy duty hardware, components, and is built to last. Even the product manual tells me they know what they are doing, they mention ethanol issues and show you how to drain the gas/lines to avoid issues. Clear break in instructions and maintenance periods with explanations for each. Designed for easy maintenance. This all is what impresses me most because nowadays most products are not like that, they are built cheap and they don't care to tell you how to get the longest life from the product. Next thing most are probably concerned with is noise...its not unusually louder then any other gens, I've owned others that are definitely louder. Its has a good solid purr and sounds like a healthy engine. I set it about 50' from my house and inside with the TV on it sounded like my neighbors mowing, not bad. I only run NON ETHANOL gas in my small engines, that and the way this gen is built i feel it will last me a lifetime of use. Cranks right up and makes power, only other features I care about other than above. Thank you!

The neighborhood that I live in has had several power outages in the last two years due to winter storms and high summer temperatures. There is also a risk of power outages due to hurricanes in my area. I bought the generator to provide power to my house during these times. I have performed a test run of the generator providing power to my house and I am very satisfied with the results. I feel like I am ready for the next power outage.

After power outages last winter and expecting more this year we decided to purchase a portable generator. After doing a lot of research and reading reviews I decided on the Wgen9500df and am really glad I did. Shipping and delivery were great. Assembly and starting instructions were very clear and easily understandable. Filled it with gas and and pushed the start button , it took a couple of cranks and started right up. First thing I noticed was how steady it idled and it really isn't very loud. One very important thing to us is having power to pump our well. Our well is 485' deep with a 3hp 240v pump and also a 3/4 hp jet pump. No problem operating our well even with all lights and heat on in the house.

Purchased the generator in case of power outages this winter in Texas. Unit had most of the features I desired. Added oil and fuel, fired right up. Break in period not fully completed as of this review. Have only operated unit for 1 hour under a light load according to user manual. Have been pleased so far with operation of generator.

I'm so impressed! Quality is FANTASTIC and reminds me of things made in the good ole days! Carton was delivered on a small pallet and was secure and well protected. Assembly was very easy with only 4 bolts and 2 wheels to install! I was up and running in just about 20 minutes including unpacking, assembly, adding oil, connecting propane, and hitting the start button! Only did break in run to check oil level for about 15 to 20 minutes, but electric start fired right up as did remote start AND....PULL START! Wonderful product!