During Helene, I used my generator to keep my freezer, 2 refrigerators and electronics going at my house and my son's next door. I just slid it onto my hand truck to move it from place to place and it was easy on gas. Changing/checking the oil is behind a side entry that has to be removed, but I can literally change it in 5 minutes by leaning the unit over the edge of a surface like a step or porch with a container on the ground under it to catch the old oil. I really like this generator and the only reason that I give it 4 stars because it doesn't have a fuel gauge.
A lot of thought went into the design of this generator. Co2 detector, check engine light, overload light, and details as small as the oil fill spout that screws into place with an oil to prevent leaks! Can also be used to drain oil. These small things make a big difference.
I didn't know there was a generator this size that is a 4 stroke, 4 cycle. I love that I don't have to mix gas and oil!
It powers my refrigerator and freezer in case of a power outage. Very highly recommended!!