I bought this to power the refrigerator and some other essential items during power outages. I have not run it yet during an outage, but did a test run and it performed well. Please note that when you select 240V the 120V outlet does not supply power. Likewise, when you select 120V the L14-30R outlet does not supply power.The screen on the exhaust popped off when I started the unit the first couple times. I am waiting on customer service for a response.

We just bought this portable generator and it is our first one ever. We found it easy to operate and understand. It is light enough to carry up the 14 stairs of our beach house for my husband and myself. We feel more secure should we lose power again this winter.

JUST RECEIVED MY GENERATOR. I'M IMPRESSED WITH THE FEATURES. MY 19 YEAR OLD ONE JUST CRAPPED OUT. I LIKE THE GAUGES AND THE WHEELS AND BUILT IN HANDEL. OUT OF THE BOX IT STARTED WITH ONE PULL. RAN FOR AN HOUR TO BREAK IT IN. NOT TOO LOUD EITHER. SEEMS LIKE A WELL MADE PRODUCT.

Purchased online for home delivery. It arrived timely. The bottom of the frame was quite noticeably bowed on the end near the muffler and spark arrester. However, it appeared to not interfere with how the generator performed. Time will tell. Everything else looked good to go straight out of the box. Easy assembly for the feet and wheels. Easy to access and fill both oil and gas. Super easy pull start! Looking forward to running many hours on this generator!

I followed the instructions perfectly...added 10w-30 oil...added unleaded gas. I let it run for an hour and then hooked up my RV. I turned everything on. Handled it like a champ. It's not a quiet generator, but it's not hard to build a sound box. Great bang for your buck

We just received our Westinghouse generator a few days ago. The set up was very quick and easy. All the necessary parts were included, down to the oil that it required. The generator was very easy to start. We are very happy with the electric start!! Can't wait for the next storm to lose power, so we can try it out. LOL

I've had the power go out at my house twice in the past 3 months. My sump pump runs constantly and my back up battery system could not handle the load. I researched portable generators and found the Westinghouse unit to have the highest ratings, wattage and value for the money. It was an easy assembly and the wheel and handle make it very easy to move around. With this unit I can run my sump pump and multiple other items anytime regardless of weather or utility power.

Just received the 5300 with electric start, the quick setup instructions very easy to follow, includes everything -wheels, tool kit, oil and even a funnel ! Gassed it up - pushed the electric start ...... fired right up, average operating sound for a generator, ran smoothly, no leaks or drips ! Gave it a quick test with two 1875w hair dryers ..... no problem ! The WGen replaces a 3500w manual start , I can get spoiled with this electric start ! And like with anyone who buys a home generator "I hope I never use it" but in this New Normal , it will be getting it's use !

Like many other reviews, my units frame and alternator cover were damaged in transit. I had to take the cover off and bend it back into shape. The cardboard box it comes in doesn't protect the ends of the unit at all. Other than that it works well and is surprisingly quiet.

I received this generator, works great, the only issue I had is the frame was bent when I received it. It didn't affect the way it runs, but I was unable to lower the handle all the way down. I disassembled the generator, and once I had everything removed from the frame, I straightened it. After reassembly, it still works great.