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Westinghouse - 4,650/3,600-Watt Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start - Blue
Average customer rating
4.7
(2,643 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 2,643 reviews
5 Stars
2,056
4 Stars
498
3 Stars
52
2 Stars
11
1 Star
26
97%of customers recommend this product.
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2,433 out of
2,510)
Customer Reviews for Westinghouse - 4,650/3,600-Watt Dual Fuel Gas and Propane Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start - Blue
Customer Rating
4
Like the remote start / stop
on November 16, 2021
Posted by: dbjRockport
from Rockport MA
Moved to north coast Massachusetts. Big nor'easter took out power for a couple days. It was a "Heads Up" to be prepared. Being able to run boiler & pumps of our heating system is essential if this happens in winter.
Studied needs of boiler/pumps & refrigerator, ie. the essentials. 3.5kW is more than enough. Looked over makes/models, availability and price. For back up power, there is no certainty if/when it will be needed, so this is not a go-overboard investment. Just survival and home protection.
What I liked about WGen3600DF: The remote could be real handy, particularly if I put the generator by the shed way out back. Dual fuel a must: I will prefer propane over gas- much less to think about in readiness, maintenance & storage if I go with propane.
What concerned me: The manual is not very straight forward compared to other brands. Some of the maintenance gets into "are you a professional mechanic?" (no). Also the detail steps to start and stop are hands-on, yet the convenient FOB clearly is not. Is that a problem? Oil filling had to be done carefully, and I found out it gobbles up about a full quart.
Hands on: I ran it up first time today. It worked well. The FOB was pre-paired and operated the generator easily from 40 yards. The generator won my confidence it is ready to step in when we need it. Lucky timing... Electrician is coming this week to overhaul house electrical panel. Good opportunity to wire in a couple extension cord style transfer switches for furnace & refrigerator circuits.
When time comes I need this, I don't want to sort thru the manual. So I made a one-page cheat sheet covering Anticipating Use, Start up, Intermittent start & stop (by FOB), Formal shut down. Tie wrapped that to the generator.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
It is easy to move and is very quiet.
on November 16, 2021
Posted by: Tootles
from Finelyville Pa
I bought this generator to power my furnace to keep me warm with the ice storms pull down the power lines. It is easy to start and will suit my needs
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Easy to start!!!
on November 17, 2021
Posted by: Moe64
from Jeannette pa
I wanted one easy to pull and start and it is runs good on propane so far need 5 hrs to put a full load on it!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Great Generator
on November 17, 2021
Posted by: Sir Johnny
I bought this for power outages.
It works great. One pull start. Built well and runs quietly.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Great value and features
on November 17, 2021
Posted by: BAMM
from Memphis
Excellent value. Wanted the propane option and it performs very well . Used with a jack hammer out of box and no issues. Easy push button start. Hope to get many years use.
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
5
Compact Size and Low Noise Level
on November 17, 2021
Posted by: RJ32
from West Chester, OH
We had researched a lot of different generators prior to selecting the Westinghouse WGen3600DFV. We compared reviews, value, wattage for gas and propane, noise level, size and weight. We really liked all of the features that this one had. There were also a lot of really good ratings.
We like the smaller footprint size of this generator to easily store in our garage. We also like the ability to use gas or propane. Plus, the other advantage is that the weight makes it easy to move around. When comparing this generator with others we chose the Westinghouse for the size, total wattage, and sound level. Another key factor in our decision was the weight since many competitors were just too heavy to lift or move. We also ordered the wheel kit separately and installed it. For the wheel kit the washers for the wheels were a little thick for the cotter pin to slide in so my husband substituted the washers with a slightly thinner one and they installed perfectly.
One key point when unpacking is the LPG/propane hose with regulator is tucked up by the engine so be sure to check under the frame for it when you unbox or before starting. Overall, we are happy with our purchase and plan to order another Westinghouse generator.
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
4
nice features
on November 17, 2021
Posted by: murlocjoe
from san antonio texas
love the remote start and dual fuel options. nice quick start. definitely ready if needed
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com
Customer Rating
4
Just what we need….
on November 18, 2021
Posted by: Ronbo1
from Alamo, TX
After reading lots of generator reviews on many sites we decided that Westinghouse must have a great product. The generator arrived with a few dings on the frame but nothing too serious considering that the bottom of the box was ripped apart and wet with oil. The seal on the bottle of oil had been cut and oil was leaking from the cap. Now we need more oil before we start it up.
It was simple to assemble the wheel kit and we are confident that it will be ready if and when we get another Emergency Blackout.
It was simple to assemble the wheel kit and we are confident that it will be ready if and when we get another Emergency Blackout.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting westinghouse.com