Installed the high altitude kit for our farm at 4000’. The unit came to life after following the instructions for the first start on the second pull. Was very surprised just how quite this unit really is. I also was surprised at the geared pull rope. It didn’t take much effort at all. Especially with arthritic shoulders! Now in the middle of the break-in period, moving the power cord about the house-lol.
This unit will run everything we need in our tiny home. I hope we never have to use it but its peace of mind knowing we have this generator for our backup energy needs.
PS: found out after the purchase my nephew has an electric start Westinghouse gen for backup. Also, my brother is getting one for his new home. Both live in northern Maine.
I purchased the IGen2200 August of 2020 to use in our Class B RV. I own 4 other gensets, but nothing as quiet or handily portable. (it fits behind the driver's seat) We took it on a trip into Wisconsin and Minnesota using it off and on over 4 weeks. It ran the roof AC & kept the house battery charged with no problem. Again later in November on a 3-day trip, then winterized it. Just now pulled it out, (Oct, 2021) gave it a little fuel, and fired up on the 3rd pull after nearly a year in storage. It runs a long while on a gallon, mat not be quite as quiet as the most expensive units - but nearly so. (I have comparative experience with the pricy red ones..) So, so far, so good! Gave 4 stars for being only slightly louder, but would prefer to give 4.5 as it runs great! Let's see how it lasts over the years with proper care. I've been recommending it to many others. Thanks Westinghouse! "Cowboy" BG, Ohio
I bought this to help prepare for the up coming winter. Having never own a generator I really like how easy this is to use. It is a wonderful addition to the winter inventory.