I've been breaking in the generator and loading it at no more than 50% as specified in the manual. I'm in the first 1.5 hours of the 5 hour break in period. While idling it purrs, but under load it tends to surge. I'm hoping this will calm down after the break in period is done. I'm running brand new gas and have already changed the oil once to ensure any manufacturing junk is removed. I'm also running a little sea foam in the gas to clean out the fuel system, assuming that is the problem. If it continues to surge after 5 hours I'm likely to return it to the retailer. Giving 4 stars, as I'm still hopeful.

I bought this to run my fridge during power ouitages. it comes with everything you need except gas; and it started right up at the 4th pull after adding gas and oil (oil is included). Works well so far and looks great, it's quiet, and it looks well built.

The iGen1500c is just what we needed to power essentials during home power outages. For example, we found we could not open our rather heavy garage door during an outage, and our cars were in the garage. The inverter includes two 20 amp outlets, other outlets to plug cell phone chargers directly to the unit, and parallel connectors. The iGen1500c is quiet, very easy to start, and the thorough instructions are easy to understand.

I just bought my new iGen2200 and was excited about my purchase. I carefully put the oil, added the gas and once I put it on CHOKE to start, it would kick in but never stabilize. I would give it over 30 seconds before switching it to RUN and then it would turn off. I was ready to call the 800 line but 7 hrs later it ran smooth. The next day, I tried turning it on and pull the cable and it would not start...After 2 hrs letting it rest, I was able to start it again. I am definitely having doubts about the reliability of the product.

This purchase gives me confidence that my family will be prepared for our occasional power outages. Our electric coop is not as reliable as we are used to. Last year, our power went out for three days. We had to borrow a generator so we didn't lose a side of black angus beef in our freezer. We knew we needed to buy our own. After looking at many and reading reviews, we settled on the iGen2200. Haven't had it long enough to make a full assessment. The only reason for the 4-star review is because you have to use a screwdriver to take the panel off to put oil in it. That is inconvenient.

I bought this Westinghouse iGen2200 inverter generator for emergencies at home. This Generator iGen2200, is capable to run a regular house size refrigerator, 3 lamps, the Internet modem and two cellphone charges without any issues for 2 hours. It was a relief and my wife felt more secure and comfortable in having it. Because of it amazing capability and low noise, I took to my backcountry camping weekend. Amazing to have this awesome generator to inflate all the mattresses, charge our batteries and to provide lighting to our campsite. It was even better that I was able to buy it at a discounted price but now, that I have used it, I can say that I will definitely buy it again and I fully recommend this Westinghouse i2200 inverter generator 😁😉😎🤟🏻🇨🇦🍁 PS: Very easy to set up. Just follow up the instructions provided. No issues at all and it started up right away.

Great little portable generator The 2200 was simple to set up - access to the oil fill was quick. I added a splash of gas and was running in less than 10 minutes from un-boxing. I use this for general use during camping with the travel trailer and for miscellaneous use when a little power is needed to run some lights, charge batteries, etc. I'll pair it with another 2200, or possibly the 2500, down the road. I'll need the parallelism to power the a/c unit in the camper. This unit is way better (quieter, lighter, solid) than my old yellow and black gunny, and it's just as good as the red ones. And, for some reason, the kids really get a kick out of charging their ipods with the 5V USB outlets.

So far so good. Purchased a 6 breaker transfer switch to go along with my iGen2200 so I could connect it to our home. The 6 breakers are used by our side-by-side fridge, 1000 watt microwave, kitchen lights (LEDs), family room (ceiling fan, lights, TV), master bedroom, and a bedroom with pool bath. I was able to turn all of those circuits on at the same time. Even had eco mode still on. The microwave was a but iffy to have running at the same time as everything. In a real power outage I would most likely turn off the fridge to help avoid an overload situation. I would also only turn on the circuits required vs. having them all on all the time. The one thing I cannot speak to is runtime. The next time we have an outage I'll be sure to keep tabs on it.

Having used a 'tool store' cheap generator that didn't last long, and after reading reviews on a plethora of different units, I settled on this one, and it was well worth the money! It's very quiet running in normal mode. It's first use was powering a Christmas parade float, in Eco Mode which made it even quieter. And since it's 4-stroke, no more mixing oil and gas and keeping track of which gas can goes with what device. Get this generator. You won't be disappointed!

I have a 7550 watt generator that I use to run most things during lengthy power outages. I bought this one to run a small portable room air conditioner, TV and Internet modem/WIFI to save gas at night. I set it up and ran it through one tank of gas with a small space heater cycling on and off and a box fan running on high. Tank lasted for 10 hours. Looks like it will do the job nicely. Hope I never have to use it! LOL! Only negative is that it has no fuel gauge.