Alternator end cap came bent just like it has with many other people. Generator did not start right away. I had to start the generator with the choke off so not 100% sure it is working correctly. But powered up my fridge and freezer after break in period.

I love the dual fuel options and the backup power that this model WGen5300 DFv produces. I'm planning to hire a licensed electrician to install a subpanel + inlet to be hardwired to my house for future unexpected power outage. --That I hope that will never happen in our City. But if it does, at least we're now ready. Thanks.

Recently purchased and not used much, very happy up to this point, the only issue so far is minor but to me it means something ( the oil fill is down below the body and very short end entry piece, this means the oil fill funnel will not drain completely leaving a small mess and difficult to screw dip stick back without it wanting to misalign).

After recently helping my family member install his new WGen9500DF generator (with a separate purchased amps/watts display), I purchased this WGen5300s to replace our 6 year old unit. In the past week, I have setup as per the instructions and tested it under no load conditions during the break-in period. It has started, operated & checked out just just as the reviews stated. Although our old gen has been very reliable during the Gulf Coast electrical power outages, we believe this unit will be as reliable, use less fuel & operate more quietly. We also like that the new unit is backed by a 3 year vrs 1 year warranty. The only room for improvement that I would suggest for the WGen gens, would be to add an amperage &/or wattage indication to the VFT display panel. We look forward to years of reliable service for our WGen3500s.

I purchased this WGen5300sc portable generator and I'm so glad I did. Here in Texas we have hurricanes and had some exceptionally freezing winters where we lost all power for days. No more worries now as to what we'll do for some heat, lights and to keep a few appliances running. I'm very impressed with the ease of plugging in my cords and the self start. And I knew I couldn't go wrong with Westinghouse made here in the USA.

We live in the county and if there is a power outage we are not the first the power company worries about. I want to be able to start my generators quickly. This one is s nice and its not as loud as my old one. We are now set, just hope we don't have a hurricane this year. The freeze was bad enough.

Overall solid generator for the frame size. We purchased this one over the next step up due to the big jump in weight. My wife didn't like the idea of moving a generator almost 200 lbs. This one has good power, easy to move around, and the electric start makes it a snap to get up an running. Only took 10 minutes to install the feet/wheels, put the oil in (funnel & oil included, thank you), and connect the battery. The only reason for not giving this 5 stars is due to a couple minor non-functional/cosmetic issues. There a scratch on the blue front panel that was touched up with non-matching paint and the rubber feet are not at the same level so one pad is off the ground. On one of the feet the metal bend seemed off and when torqueing the bolt down it interfered with bend likely causing the whole foot to move when torqued down. Again, very minor.

Once received at my this, I added the supplied oil and filled the gas tank. This generator started right up on the pull and ran like a champ for an hour until I shut it off. Even with a full tank of gas, it is extremely easy to move around due to the oversized folding handle and low profile. I am very pleased.

This generator came and the only thing I had to do was put on the wheel kit (very simple). Super easy to move around with the handle and wheels. Added oil (provided) and gas then connect the battery (simple quick connect). Then push the button and it started right up. I would definitely recommend this product.

I bought this a couple of days ago and it works like a champ. It has been able to keep our freezer & fridge running with no issues. It is amazing how quite it is. I have used it up at our property to build a cabin. I have been able to keep the power tools going and charged.