So far I have not needed to run the generator for an extended period (bought as an emergency power source), but it ran fine during a 30min test run I did with a space heater (1500W) as load. 3 specific positives that have stood out to me so far:
1. The tools for attaching the wheels, removing the spark plug and even a handy funnel for adding oil are included (not to mention the oil itself is included). 2. The instruction manual was clear and thorough with descriptions of how to begin operation, perform maintenance and ready the unit for long term storage. 3. The unit was broken in at the factory. This saves me the job of having to do break in myself and also was reassuring to know that the factory has actually run each unit that gets shipped.
My only issue so far is that I had to set the choke to half in order to start the motor. Not a problem once I figured it out, but it would have been nice if the manual had mentioned that this may sometimes be necessary. I am relatively new to small engines so this could just be my own inexperience, but on full choke I was completely unable to start the motor. Once I set the choke to half however, it started easily on the first pull.
The new WGen3600v arrived and it is exactly what I was looking for for emergencies like last year's winter power outage here in Texas. Compact size, simple controls, and it was a snap to add wheels with a kit--so now it is even more portable. Hope I won't have to use this new generator but great peace of mind to have it!