WESTINGHOUSE IGEN11000DFC - 11000W DUAL FUEL INVERTER GENERATOR WITH REMOTE START

[@drewjones5847]

Been waiting for this one! This is the first video on youtube about this generator.

[@PivotHER]

🎉

[@drewjones5847]

Load test! Load test! Load test! I know you are busy and you were involved with the hurricane. We shall continue to wait. Thanks for all the good content.

[@elizabethwhite4606]

Gavin, two huge advantages for me is the no-tool access door, and the long oil drain hose that makes maintenance much easier for me.

[@YukonHawk1]

Thanks for another great video. I look forward to the load test.

[@hendersonsobers396]

This WestingHouse seems really nice. It's impressive how this brand seems to have really good fuel consumption compared to other generators in its power class.

[@kevinr5187]

The good thing about IGEN generators is you can get after market natural gas regulators that hook up to the propane hook up and you don’t have to change anything in the generator itself.

[@rohitshrivastava4742]

Have you tried doing that? Century and Nashfuel are telling me that then internal propane lines are too narrow to support decent load on natural gas

[@kevinr5187]

@@rohitshrivastava4742 so, I called Nash before I purchase to clarify some questions I had and they never said any thing to that effect. In fact they said the good thing about the Igen 4300 was the fact that you do not have to take apart any line inside the unit for connecting the NG reg, you just connect to the front of the unit. I have yet to run it on NG, now you have me worried. 😂

[@rohitshrivastava4742]

@@kevinr5187 it may work on your 4500, I have the 11000 watts and the lines do look narrow to me. I am gonna try anyway.

[@rohitshrivastava4742]

@@kevinr5187 might work on the 4500. It’s my 11000 I am worried about. There’s a video on KZbin from this guy called Rob, it’s 4 years old. He converted his 4500df to natural gas. I will try to find the name of the channel

[@nickarkesteyn]

Were you able to connect the natural gas? ​@@kevinr5187

[@paultice610]

Another great video I am wondering, which one do you think is the best one between the Westinghouse 11,000 dual fuel and the duromax 11,000 dual fuel I would be interested in seeing a battle between the two to see which one performs the best thank you for the videos you put out and all the good information. Keep up the good work.

[@GeneratorReviews]

You got it👍🏾

[@shoombooltala24]

Hey Gavin, can you do a video converting this generator to a floating ground neutral? Thanks so much

[@DarioFerrert]

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[@lorenjones7222]

Hey Gavin, thanks for all your great videos. Would you be able to do a runtime comparison between this generator and a competitor such as the similar Duramax inverter. I’m very curious to see how fuel efficient they are particularly on propane.

[@alanmarbaker7478]

Another great video! Keep up the good work.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks, will do!

[@rchapoteau]

Bout time! This is the one I’ve been waiting for!

[@maranathaamen5963]

After a terrible bomb cyclone I am researching generators and had decided on this one....except I have heard terrible things about their customer service. AND...I hope you can answer a few questions...how many hours does the battery last? Do i have to keep charging the battery after every use? Do I need to replace the battery after some time? Thank you for your video!!

[@3-EnglishLabs]

I've dealt with Westinghouse customer service support on my 15K DF. It was maybe the worst experience I've ever had. Oil leaks upon opening generator box, bad clamps, missing legs, wrong lifting bar, GFI shorted out, and all with an inspection sticker. They literally shipped it like this and wanted me to load it up and drive it 3 hours round trip to the service center. So it would have been 6 hours for 2 trips, all for the "Inspected" generator to get fixed. This took weeks for me to ship the POS back. I even got their answering service, who told me he heard a buch of complaints about the Westinghouse customer service. NEVER again!

[@DumbDadDuties]

Never experienced an issue with my Westinghouse Wgen12000. Sorry to hear about your experience. The 12k/15k is a beast!

[@3-EnglishLabs]

@DumbDadDuties just 🙏 you don't need support, because the cavalry won't be coming....

[@krg038]

Had my df9500 for years. No problems. Ran it full load several times for hours. Only maintenance start it monthly no fuel stabilizer but 92 fuel. You got a lemon maybe.

[@garden-queen2393]

Great video. 👍 Thanks for showing everything we should know about this particular generator ❤.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks 😊

[@BradLMN]

Looks like another great choice for home backup or RV if you have plenty of help to unload & load...😎

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yep 👍🏾

[@KelianJohnson]

Hello I'm seeking some assistance for myself and other on our island who were greatly affected by hurricane beryl . We're completely devastated by this hurricane and need help . We're asking for donations of portable power station etc so we can be able to keep our phones charged , have light etc. because we're currently without electricity and water we've lost everything except our life and so we would be grateful if you can assist us . We have person collecting items to ship to us , so if you're willing to donate and might not be able send it directly to us here in st Vincent and the Grenadines they would be able to. Thank you in advance!

[@westinghouse]

Thanks for sharing and enjoy!

[@GeneratorReviews]

I tried contacting you guys, hoping to work with you in the future Gavin's Garage Generator Superstore [phone]

[@andrewcunningham932]

would love to see how you add a lpg quick connect to this unit

[@gone4days956]

gavin is it normal for a brief puff of white smoke from from a new generator when start up and turn off choke? Or also when going from eco mode ‘on’ to eco ‘off’?

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yes that’s normal it will stop when the generator is broken in. If it doesn’t stop then something is going on

[@gone4days956]

@@GeneratorReviews Thanks. i’m pretty sure I over oiled the air filter. I just removed the filter and ran without

[@bryandunkley8239]

I'm looking at possibly XP11000ih. For remote start to work the on/off switch must be on, correct? My question is can the switch be on (with battery tender pluged in) for say 3 months and not affect internal electronics and not slowly battery?

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yes you can connect the battery tender and maintain in standby mode

[@williamscalzo5098]

Thanks Gavin !

[@GeneratorReviews]

You’re welcome thanks for watching and subscribing

[@krg038]

Great video. Looking to upgrade my df9500. Havent seen any tests. DB rating on this?

[@Captainpaulbtyhtr]

You’ve got great content !

[@GeneratorReviews]

Thanks 😊

[@richardheath9572]

Great video. Does it have an in line fuel shutoff valve so I can run the carb dry when I’m done using it? Thanks

[@GeneratorReviews]

I believe switching from gas to propane would

[@richardheath9572]

@@GeneratorReviews so you think if I flipped the gas/lp switch, that effectively would shut off gas from the top tank, and without hooking up lp, the carb would run dry? Thx

[@superstitiousfishes1247]

great video. i can't wait to get mine.

[@bronsontubb]

Great into, looking forward to the load tests. I noticed you called out it’s “Bonded to Frame”, can this be converted to floating for home backup use (inlet box, not transfer switch)? Thanks for all the great video reviews Gavin!

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yes, I don’t understand why they still bond it to ground knowing that it is for home backup purposes. Floating neutral would’ve been better.

[@MrBritrider]

The user manual on the this Westinghouse generator says it’s a floating neutral.

[@bronsontubb]

@@MrBritrider Yep, and in contradiction the unit’s control panel has printed on it “Bonded to Frame”. Someone on Reddit tested and confirmed it’s bonded. Westinghouse support has not responded to anyone on that thread with anything useful.

[@MrBritrider]

@@bronsontubb Then a call to Westinghouse support is mandatory before one attempts to connect to the house however, good luck speaking to them as their support is not stellar.

[@bronsontubb]

@@MrBritrider I have two calls in to them already, both “escalated”, so we’ll see, thanks for the encouragement!

[@visha3093]

Hey Gavin, can you do a load test on this one please?

[@chrisb4825]

Please use a decibal meter to check the noise with and without eco mode

[@jturquette]

Thanks for reviewing this generator. This is one of two I am looking at. But I have a question, is there a way to drain the gas tank? My current, open frame generator it’s easy to remove the hose between the tank and carb and let the gas gravity drain from the tank.

[@GeneratorReviews]

You can buy a fuel evacuator or a manual hand pump evacuator to get your gas out of the tank

[@1nkman]

Is there an actual fuel shut off valve so that it burns off the gas out of the carburetor for storage?

[@GeneratorReviews]

This on does not have a shut off valve

[@notonk]

WEN GNA200 is the M20 magnetic dipstick - I have 14 hours on this so far using Royal Purple break in oil and I changed out the CCP Torch plug for an NGK iridium plug (NGK Iridium IX Spark Plug - 3903). Be CAREFULL when you change out the spark plug and use a socket that holds on to the plug. I can almost get 'lost' in the metal shroud that surrounds the plug hole. I also put in a 14AWG SAE DC Power Automotive Connector Cable Y Splitter on the line between the lithium starting battery and the generators charging line. This will enable me to use a different lithium approved trickle charger if I want. Keep in mind that if this battery dies, you will NOT be able to start this generator in any way. While breaking in the generator, I did notice that there were not many metal shavings in the oil when I changed it out at 9 hours (I'll keep break in oil in it until it hits 25 hours) and will follow Westinghouse's advice to switch over to a full synthetic when its broken in. I'll use Amsoil small engine oil or Royal Purple to have extra zinc/phosphorus in it for extra protection and since it does not have a catalytic converter to clog up. the Generator has a nice fit and finish. I think that the extra oil screen filter is great, but they need to put it in the user manual. It takes a 12mm socket to get it loose. The oil is easy to drain with their set up, but I will still use an Automotive Fluid Extractor Pump, Oil Change Syringe with Hose, Manual Fuel Suction & Filler, Fluid Oil Change Evacuator (Amazon). The side panels come on and off easily. My complaint is that the transport bar rattles and makes noise when the generator is running. To give myself extra 120-volt outlets, I'm using a NEMA L14-30P to Four 5-20R/ 5-15R & L14-30R Generator Adapter Extension Cord, 4 Prong Twist Locking Generator 30 amp to 15 Amp/20 Amp 30 Amp Generator Power Cord from Mecmo (Amazon). The user manual is easy to read and Westinghouse has the spare parts online at parts.wpowereq.com/inverter/igen11000dfc/ When you get the remote key fob, remember to take it apart to remove the film that blocks the contacts to preserve the battery until it gets used. I like its digital display. I am using only propane, and it starts up on the 2nd automatic start after hitting the start button.

[@LDS-i4h]

Im debating between this model and the Duro Max 11000 inverter. Any thoughts on which one is better?

[@hollnagelc]

I have this generator and have no complaints. The Duromax might be better if you plan to run on natural gas. That’s not an option for me. So I chose to save the money and got this one.

[@dougrogers835]

Thanks for the video! I keep searching for 11,000 Dual fuel generators on line but they seem to all be out of stock. Any help appreciated.

[@kylehill4437]

Nice! Ended going with the Duromax 11000iH ....FYI you might need a better microphone the sound is not great especially for those on headphones. Thanks

[@GeneratorReviews]

mic is fine I just dropped it from my shirt.

[@jc51373]

Can this be converted to Natural Gas? Also, why would someone choose to pay $800 more for the Genmax 10500 over this? Any particular advatages in quality or build?

[@GeneratorReviews]

conversion kits cost and voids warranty, some kits don't have an emergency auto shut off valve.

[@jimwoodmansee]

Beware of Westinghouse Customer Service! My new Wgen9500df on 9/25/24 worked fine for Milton power outage but would not start 3 days later for oil change and Customer Service was a nightmare. Opened a case # online, received email next day saying to expect slow hurricane response but an expert would respond…2 weeks later no response. Called again and was told they were escalating and someone will call…no one called. Repeated that 4 days in a row since Nov 1 and still no response. This is awful.

[@darrell3643]

I see a few customer service issues in the comments here. I guess that I'll go with the Champion. Thank you!

[@jimwoodmansee]

update: STILL no reply!

[@TheSilverSpider355]

do any other Brands have the 'auto-select' of fuel function? As i'm shopping for an inverter generator, duel or tri, with ideally over 8k running watts on LPG, i see WEH has that function but they don't have one that size. Thanks in advance.

[@GeneratorReviews]

There’s not too many options when it come to Tri fuel over 8000 www.gavins-garage.com/

[@crystianleoreyes2577]

You reccomend this over the gen max 9000 ?

[@GeneratorReviews]

I would compare this one to the 10500 instead

[@cesaralves6136]

Just bought the same one last week.

[@Iaiashgamer]

How you like it? Have you put a heavy load on it yet?

[@cesaralves6136]

@@Iaiashgamer Ran it for a couple of hours but not under load yet. I have my electrician coming tomorrow to install an interlock and outlet.

[@crazyphotobooth]

Where did you buy it from?

[@rickhouk8345]

How loud is it? Quiet?

[@hollnagelc]

Mine isn’t loud. I don’t have a way to measure it. Bought it at Home Depot $1999 plus tax. I didn’t try running my AC with it. It’s a 5 ton unit. But it ran my house with no issues at all. I have a 50 amp inlet setup on my house.

[@MrBritrider]

Was the automatic choke plug wire connected lol!

[@Hotel_Chuck]

Manual on these and the websites says it’s floating neutral

[@FatBiteFoodTruck]

I just bought this generator have you tried the keyfob yet? Did you have to connect it mine wouldn't work

[@GeneratorReviews]

I haven’t tried it yet

[@hollnagelc]

Try holding down the button on the second press. I was quick pressing at first and it wouldn’t do anything.

[@colloidalsilver1096]

Great video

[@luisgonzalez2134]

When’s the load test coming out 👀👀?

[@GeneratorReviews]

I will do the load test soon after my store gets through peak season very busy right now. Generator-Superstore.com

[@kpmcdonald1]

Do you have a video of this inverter powering your house? Does it run your AC?

[@GeneratorReviews]

Unfortunately, not at the moment

[@kpmcdonald1]

@@GeneratorReviews Thanks , did you get a chance to use it to power your house? Even without the video can you tell me how well it worked? Can you run your AC with it?

[@hollnagelc]

@@kpmcdonald1 I didn’t try running my AC with it. It’s a 5 ton unit so it would be right at its limits. I just use a window unit in bedroom. If I had a 3.5 ton with soft start I think it would no problem. But it ran the rest of my house with no issues at all. I have a 50 amp inlet setup on my house.

[@fullarmortrainingllc]

Great video!

[@cmason5203]

cool intro graphics

[@tikkin11]

What would it take to run this on NG (if that is even possible)?

[@GeneratorReviews]

Buy a Genmax or Pulsar tri fuel and be on the safe side and maintain warranty

[@jenes440]

Gavin’s what’s the price on IGEN generator?

[@strokeguyoverland5060]

I checked your website and didn’t see this model do you have one in stock if so how much?

[@GeneratorReviews]

No, I don’t have this in stock

[@knightrider1545]

Will you do a review of the big Gen max inverter when it comes out?

[@GeneratorReviews]

Yes

[@rchapoteau]

Is it just me or did audio stop working around 4:40

[@GeneratorReviews]

My mic started rubbing up against my shirt

[@CT9905.]

Gavin, I have owned an iGen before and with just forty-two hours of use, the inverter Failed.

[@projectswithjw]

😢

[@CT9905.]

@@projectswithjw Yes, this is S A D!!!

[@GeneratorReviews]

It could just be that particular unit

[@CT9905.]

@@GeneratorReviews Gavin, Johnny Weekend made a video about the High failure rate of the Westinghouse iGen’s. Majority of the failures were the inverter board.

[@turboi0s335]

Can we parallel this generator with a GenMax 9000?

[@GeneratorReviews]

No, both generators have to output 240V

[@erk626]

Is it a copper or aluminum coil?

[@GeneratorReviews]

It’s copper

[@MrBritrider]

Hey man, when you gonna do a review on how she performs? Your subscribers are a wait’n.

[@GeneratorReviews]

Soon as I get some time to post and record

[@MrBritrider]

Also been waiting to hear about this inverter. Where did you end up getting it? And what was the cost? Looking forward to your test and review.

[@hollnagelc]

I bought mine at Home Depot $1999 plus tax

[@projectswithjw]

Im surprised you got one. Its been out of stock for months every time that i checked. Lots of other westinghouse products are unavailable as well.

[@GeneratorReviews]

I’ve had it for about two weeks now plus other ones that are not released yet

[@1lug]

@@GeneratorReviews ElectricGeneratorsDirect has 22 in stock about 5 days ago. No idea if they still have any, but I have one on the way.

[@hollnagelc]

I got mine at Home Depot

[@ciliap]

I don't know how else to reach you but I'd really love to see you check out this from Genmax GENMAX DIY Open Frame Dual Fuel Inverter Generator, 4000W ultra-quiet 145cc engine,with Parallel and Series Capability with CO Alert, Ideal for Construction Job & Home backup power EPA Compliant its totally wild and I'm interested in knowing more about it. YOU'RE THE GENMAX man so i'm coming to the source!

[@ciliap]

I find the 4-5k range a true Florida ready standby size gen because we could easily be without power for 2 weeks. 4k watts under 190 CC's puts you in an efficiency range that with 25- 50% load typically would get you a solid week + on 30+ gals of gasoline etc.

[@JAM19935]

👍

[@GeneratorReviews]

😊

[@timmoloney5397]

What happened to the microphone?

[@GeneratorReviews]

My mic was having a bad day but I did not realize it until the video was already recorded and I was not gonna do it again.

[@derekmclv]

As you pointed out, there's a parallel option for these, but i don't see a parallel cord that still maintains the 240v that i need for an AC, dryer, and a well pump. Please link me to a 240v capable parallel cord or paralleling is useless for us. THANKS, Gavin!

[@steveddavis]

Another option.

[@djp_video]

Would be nice if the audio wasn't messed up. That's quite distracting.

[@GeneratorReviews]

There was only two spot the audio messed up

[@djp_video]

@@GeneratorReviews Sure. Just from 0:09 through 1:59 and 4:14 through 9:08. Only most of the video.

[@Bob9999]

Please try to keep the camera still. Im dizzy!

[@GeneratorReviews]

How??

[@Bob9999]

@GeneratorReviews Tripod? Just saying!

[@JohnCillian]

Another inverter that doesn’t have tri fuel capabilities :(

[@kevinr5187]

You should be able to get an after market natural gas regulator.

[@KelianJohnson]

Hello I'm seeking some assistance for myself and other on our island who were greatly affected by hurricane beryl . We're completely devastated by this hurricane and need help . We're asking for donations of portable power station etc so we can be able to keep our phones charged , have light etc. because we're currently without electricity and water we've lost everything except our life and so we would be grateful if you can assist us . We have person collecting items to ship to us , so if you're willing to donate and might not be able send it directly to us here in st Vincent and the Grenadines they would be able to. Thank you in advance!