I recently purchased the Westinghouse iGen 2200. I don't plan on handing in my "Man Card" but I was a bit worried about purchasing my first power generator mainly because I am not that mechanically inclined. First time start was very simple and easy! However, I have a couple of steps (after some research) that you should perform before your "First Startup!" (not in the manual) This will properly break-in your new generator. Step 1: Buy some oil conditioner(I got Marvel Mystery Oil), 5w 30 Full Synthetic(not blend)oil(because this oil handles extreme cold and extreme heat) and fuel stabilizer. Step 2: Before adding oil remove spark plug and pour a tiny tiny bit of the oil conditioner into the spark plug hole. Then VERY slowly pull the recoil handle 10 times(this lubricates the valve cylinder) Replace spark plug. Step 3: Pour slowly treated oil(do not over fill) Step 4: Add Gas(with fuel stabilizer) Step 5: Start your iGen 2200! Run for 1 hour(no load) Step 6: Drain the old oil and put fresh conditioned oil in. Run another hour(no load) Step 7: Repeat oil change a total of 3 times and run generator 1 hour after each oil change. I know it sounds like a lot to do but it is very easy and will extend the life of your generator. Mine is working FANTASTIC!!

This generator comes with everything you need to get started, except for gasoline. It's a good value for your most basic backup needs like keeping your fridge running and phones charged during a power outage, as well as a portable solution for when you're off the grid while camping, etc.

The generator came with oil and a funnel. Easy to start. The access cover on the side has two screws plus some snap-in plastic pins that will hold it in place without the screws. The snap in pins were quite tight. One thing missing from the unit is an hour meter to help time oil changes. The user manual is detailed and calls for 50 hour oil changes.

I just bought this due to the constant power outages in Southern California. I was able to prepare the generator and get it started in no time. I'm so happy I made this purchase. This generator is giving me peace of mind and knowing that I can take you on a trip or use at home for outages and emergencies.

I bought this for an emergency power source as hurricane season arrived. I have tested it with heavy duty electrical appliances and it handle the load easily. Started on first pull. Relatively quiet. Eco mode worked well. Would have liked a fuel cutoff valve, but otherwise has everything needed.

Has all the bells and whistles, incredibly easy to start, remarkably quiet, easily portable and so much more than I expected. I had in the back of our truck cab and my daughter didn't even see it ...camo!! Worked great on our first two camping trips and I have nothing bad to say about it.

I purchased the iGen2200 a month ago and it has worked like a champ! No more got it broken in than we lost power in two storms. Kept our refrigerator going and saved our food supply. Also gave us some heat during a couple of cold days with no power.

I just got this earlier in the week and tested it today. I like the portability and it seems to work well. It is quiet and runs smooth, I like the efficiency mode, it should come in handy if I need to run it through the night when just the refrigerator is running. There are many warning about it being out in the rain and sitting on wet surfaces. This was disappointing. Generators have to be outside so they should be built to withstand the elements. My old generator was. Still it like it though. Smaller and more powerful than my old generator. Many nice features. Might have to build a cover for it.

Purchased this generator with hopes not to need it. Just wanted to have something in case our power failed and needed to maintain the freezer for frozen breastmilk. (While running other electrical whatnot, too, of course.) Believe it or not, about 48 hours after the unit arrived, we lost power..!! Meanwhile, the unit works easily, it's not terribly loud, and it provides the power it's supposed to,

I wanted a small but powerful generator for power outage emergencies. The IGEN 2200 was so easy to set up and start that my wife can use it when necessary. Not exactly looking forward to a time when I really need it, but I'm sure it will fit the bill. Pros: fairly lightweight, east to start, super simple to add oil and fuel. Cons: none yet