Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment WGen7500 Portable Generator
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About Westinghouse Outdoor Power Equipment WGen7500 Portable Generator
Overall Feedback:
77% positive
93% liked the fuel efficiency
Our Wgen9500DF generator boasts unrivaled fuel efficiency in the open frame category.
The generator is fuel-efficient, portable, and somewhat quiet for the amount of power it provides.
95% found it resistant to various weather conditions
I have bought an all-weather cover for my generator so that it can be stored outside and run in inclement weather.
97% found it easy to start up
I was impressed with the electric start, wattage, wheels with bearings, ease of setup, and remote starter.
For the initial start up, I had to manually put the choke and pull the string. But it started right up on the 2nd pull.
I find push start/stop much easier to use than the manual pull. I prefer it because of the automatic choke.
The generator was easy to assemble and start. The instructions for assembly, initial start, and maintenance were easy to follow. It started quickly using both the remote and push button.
90% appreciated the long runtime, but 10% found it limited
I was pleasantly surprised to see that the engine meter shows both total run time and run time for the current session, even though I haven't used the generator in a power outage yet.
According to my experience, the generator can run for up to 17 hours on a 25% load.
My Generac portable generator has over 2500 run time hours and requires some repairs.
94% appreciated the high power output
I pulled 30 amps and 29.2 amps on each leg during the test run.
I have used this generator and it offers 7500-WATTS continuous and up to 9500-WATTS peak load.
97% found it easy to transport, but 3% found it bulky
I gave four stars for portability as the generator is heavy, but it has wheels and a nice handle.
I was pleasantly surprised by the generator's portability. It is lighter and has a smaller footprint than many competitors in the same class. It is also easy to maneuver with the rugged built-in handle and large solid wheels.
The generator weighs 200lbs and is not very portable, but I can move it around with enough muscle power.
94% were satisfied with the quiet operation, but 6% were bothered
When standing next to it, the generator operates at an average noise level of 70-75 decibels, which is similar to most generators in this class.
I surveyed the noise level inside my house with the generator running outside and found it to be a fairly loud, steady, droning hum in the room closest to it.
I am a musician and find the generator's sound painful, despite being used to loud sounds. It has been measured at a very high dB level.
90% found maintenance straightforward
Maintenance is easy and straightforward, including oil change and cleaning the air filter.
93% liked the sturdy construction, but 7% found it flimsy
I was impressed with the generator's build quality, especially considering it is marketed to the 'budget minded' buyer.
I find the build quality of the generator excellent and do not see any parts that look easy to break or fail.
The product quality is terrible with main bearing issues, vibration, noise, spot welds breaking off, and panel being smashed.
