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Westinghouse 2550 Watt Gas Powered Inverter Generator with Recoil Start and Quiet Technology
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Oct 29, 2024
Jersey60
5 out of 5 stars review

Easy to use

I bought this item and it took me less than 10 minutes from out of the box and ready to use. It started right up after the second pull. And did not have to pull that hard. Hooked it up to my trailer and could use the electric saw and portable electric heater I had on the inside. Really unexpe4cted nice feature was the panel with all the connectors was surounded by LED's. So easy to see in the dark.

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Mar 21, 2025
rjkbj
5 out of 5 stars review

Suprisingly quiet

Easy set-up and much quieter than expected. Easily quieter than my push mower. During break in period after about 3 hours I decided to change the oil. Oil was not as dark and dirty as I expected. Still under 20 hours of use, but very pleased with this purchase so far.

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May 1, 2018
Vinageroon
5 out of 5 stars review

Second pull out of the box

Unpacking it took longer than filling with oil and gasoline and starting. It fired up on the second pull. I bought it for a variety of power tools but mainly to power the 13,500 BTU AC on my Oliver Elite travel trailer. I'd already installed a Micro-Air EasyStart soft start unit on the AC with plans to buy one of those red generators or the other blue one, which produce less power, cost more and have fewer features than the Westinghouse. The EasyStart was needed for those less-powerful units. But then I learned about the iGen2500 on the Micro-Air website. Micro-Air says the iGen25000 will power ACs up to 15,000 BTU with the EasyStart. So maybe it will run my 13,500 in the Efficiency Mode. My trailer is stored elsewhere so I haven't tried it yet. But so far so good. The iGen2500 looks like a well-made generator. I really like the LCD display. I just wish it showed total run hours to help with maintenance.

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Jul 21, 2018
Stephen
4 out of 5 stars review

I like the control panel features

My one problem is that the engine control switch is backwards. I have to turn the switch to "off" to start it up and turn the switch to "choke" to shut it down. It runs quietly which is nice. Looking forward to powering up some tools out in the country.

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Feb 27, 2025
MikeDB
5 out of 5 stars review

Great units

This will be my 3rd Westinghouse Inverter generator. They live up to the promise of small, light, and long lasting. I have a larger 4500 watt, and just upgrade to this dual fuel unit from a 2000 Watt gasoline only (and gave that one to my oldest son).

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Mar 17, 2024
m1k3w2002
5 out of 5 stars review

Incredibly Quiet and Perfect size

Bought to replace old home (not very portable) generator but also was looking for something quieter that I could bring camping... I was really surprised to find a dual fuel generator with a 30amp connector that will plug right into the camper! This thing is insanely quiet.. Started on 2nd pull out of the box... Very pleased

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Jul 2, 2023
Mister Limey
4 out of 5 stars review

Fantastic! But have to drain oil before storing?

We bought this during a multi day power outage to save the contents of 2 freezers, and in that respect it was great. Much more portable than a traditional wheeled generator and had more than enough capacity and surprisingly long run time. But now I am looking to put it into storage until its next needed. Page 24 says more than 6 months storage, drain float bowl, fuel and a small amount of oil in spark plug hole. Which I would expect. BUT page 22, instructions for draining fuel tank and carb float bowl says 'To prevent damage to the unit, drain engine oil before emptying fuel tank'. What!? So you have to drain the oil before you can siphon the tank empty? And then what, refill it? What a pain if so, and how does that make any sense. Cant I just empty the float bowl, siphon out the fuel and leave the oil in the unit? PS. my unit included a flyer promising a free cover if I left a review so hopefully I do receive that.

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Jul 21, 2025
inverter reviewer
5 out of 5 stars review

Had to leave a review to be able to registrar

I am happy with product but could not get free cover for registration because would not accept link. so now I had to leave a review to registrar product but don't get free cover. I don't like being coerced into providing all kinds of info to be able to registrar a product. please contact me so you can send me my free inverter cover.

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Jun 29, 2025
JonW7403
5 out of 5 stars review

Lightweight Little Powerhouse

Bought during a camping trip where power was out due to storms. It was quiet, easy to use and powered our camper and charged batteries etc until power was restored. Saved our camping trip and easy to transport fr future use. Also good to have at home to keep several things running during a power outage.

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Mar 7, 2018
Scruffy
5 out of 5 stars review

Optimistic

Purchased it to power my home that has frequent outages. I am an ex electrician and after much research decided that this unit has superior features. Received it and have been traveling for work. I have not had any outages yet so I have not even taken it out of the box yet. Westinghouse sent me a recall on this unit due to a fire problem. I am happy that I have not had to use it yet.

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