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Customer reviews for Westinghouse 2550 Watt Gas Powered Inverter Generator with Recoil Start and Quiet Technology for
Westinghouse 2550 Watt Gas Powered Inverter Generator with Recoil Start and Quiet Technology
4.7 out of 5 stars
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  3. 3 stars2% (78)
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Jul 20, 2018
Reviewer name: Macker
4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5 stars review

4 Stars... For now

Received and after a moderate break-in with a couple oil changes, immediately put to use. Ran Lucas Safeguard Ethanol Fuel treatment. Initial quality is there and I was happy that it started and ran my 13.5 BTU A/C on our first outing. Just barely though. And there were a couple instances where the breaker did trip between A/C compressor cycles. That said, it was an incredibly hot weekend! I also had some trouble restarting between fuel changes and general rest periods that I would give it. Seemed heat related. Also, oil had to be added after approximately 15 hours of first, hard Use which I would consider normal. There also were periods of rough running, hence the initial 4 Stars. Quiet as advertised and besides a couple concerns, I think if we'll maintained, this will be a great unit, particularly with a second in parallel!

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Aug 14, 2024
Reviewer name: Sagew
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy to operate

Instructions for setup were simple, information panel works well and takes the guesswork out of runtime, capacity, fuel level, and total hours of operation. So far very pleased with the simplicity of the product, and hopeful that it will stand the test of time.

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Feb 27, 2018
Reviewer name: Mike
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Started on the 1st pull

Just got the Igen2500. I filled the oil & gas and the unit started on the 1st pull. I have only "played around" with a couple of electrical items (trouble light, 1500W electric heater, etc.). I was impressed with the quiet running even with the 1500w heater running on high.

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Dec 13, 2023
Reviewer name: VRNavig8r
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Powerful and Quite!

I bought this generator to run lights on a parade float, it worked prefect! Ran quietly more than enough power and used little fuel. So happy we made this purchase , it'll be used for many events and what a great piece of mind to know we have it for a power outage.

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May 22, 2024
Reviewer name: Frosty11
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy to use

I bought this yesterday in preparation for a large storm that was coming our way. Setup was very easy, and the generator started perfectly on the first pull. It powered our sump pump well(never going over half of the maximum wattage,) and saved our basement from being flooded. Super happy with this purchase.

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Nov 16, 2024
Reviewer name: rghunter58
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

First impression is spectacular!

Out of the box, it is ready to go as soon as you add the necessary oil and gas. It started right up and within minutes, I had power to the camper. I went through all the utilities and appliances and it never overloaded. I went through all the camping scenarios and it was still all good. I am very excited to have this as a backup or when we are in the remote areas with no hookups. So far, this is a great product!

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Feb 23, 2025
Reviewer name: Sassano27
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

First inverter/generator

I bought this generator primarily to recharge my electric battery generators. It is more than adequate to recharge both of them with additional power to spare. The instructions provided were clear to understand. It is easy to fill and check the oil level. Changing the oil in the future should easy and clean. I connected my unit to Propane, and it started up on the first pull, which surprised me! Subsequent startups were just as easy. I plan to use only Propane so I don't have to drain the carburetor bowl for storage. It's nice to have the option to use gas though. On start up, I checked out the Eco feature and it idled at a lower speed as it should. The first load I put on it was an electric heater and it handled that well. It drew about 1500 W. The noise level seems moderate. It actually sounds quieter than the video provided. Well, I'm very happy with this inverter generator and will possibly buy another.

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Aug 22, 2024
Reviewer name: Mark,
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Awesome generator

Really like this generator's size, weight, sound level and portability. Easy to start and quite powerful for its size. The fact that it has dual fuel capability is a plus. Personally I like using it running on propane. Good for home power outage, tailgating and camping. Hope to have it trouble free for several years. After break-in and running approximately 25 hours I gave it its first oil change and used a synthetic oil. In my opinion it is smartly designed. Truly wish it had an hour meter though to track its usage for oil changes and other maintenance,

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May 6, 2023
Reviewer name: Hokahey
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Just right

After reviewing several portable generators I chose the iGen2550. The iGen2550 was perfect for what I intend to use it for, not too big and not to small. Mainly as a power source for sump pump should power go out. Best of all it's quite and even at 70 years old and suffering from COPD I can still move it around. Yes, there was others, but none could match the Westinghouse reviews.

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Sep 19, 2023
Reviewer name: captkess
5 out of 5 stars
5 out of 5 stars review

Basic survival generator

Good first generator to help get you some power for refrigerator and small appliances. Used one of these after Hurricane Ian with 10 days of no electric to house. Kept the fridge cold and allowed us to use other small appliances for cooking. Quiet and easy to start/use

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