Customer Reviews for Westinghouse - 12,500 Peak Watt Dual Fuel Portable Generator, Electric Start, Transfer Switch Ready - Blue
Customer Rating
5
Dual and Plenty of Power
on September 8, 2021
Posted by: Phil1951
from Grafton, NH
We chose the WGen9500DF generator for our 3000+ s.f. home in central NH because of our experience with unpredictable winter storms. We wanted a generator with dual power (gas and propane) we can rely on and this Westinghouse is a good bet for a great value! We feel prepared for this and future seasons!
Out of the package it started right up. like many of the features like the remote start, duel fuel, multiple plug-ins. Only one downfall so far is 240 connection is placed above the wheel. 240 cords have a very stiff cord so I will have to remove the wheel to be able to plug the cord in as not to create to much stress on the plug in the generator.
I have already had two power outages this summer and anticipate many more this winter. The generator easily powered my two refriderators, freezer, AC and lights. It is quiet and I was easily able to switch between gasoline and propane. Now I can relax when the weather threatens.
We purchased this for back up since we live in the country. Our first generator and are pleased thus far. A little on the noisier side but when one "needs" power for the given circumstance, noise wont necessarily be a factor. I believe one YouTuber rated this at 74 decibels.
The wheels were easy to install as well as the 2 feet. The pop-up handle is a nice feature and allow me to move the unit with ease across our farm terrain.
Running the unit was a cinch. Just be sure to turn off your fuel valve and allow it to use up the balance of the fuel in the line/carb so that things don't get gummed up.
Front control panel is easy to navigate. Buttons seem solid. Electric start is a welcomed feature!
One thing I would have changed is the location of the gas cap. I would have put the cap at one end or the other so that it makes a little easier to pour in.
All in all, a great product for the money and we are very happy with our purchase!