Been in the market for a new generator. I wanted one with a low THD and the ability to have a floating neutral. Most out there in the larger portable size have a solid neutral that voides warrenty if its removed. I was going to get a generac, but every one is bonded and will void warrenty if modified. They also don't tell you their THD if its over 5%. After much debate, i went with a westinghouse 10kpro. It is 10kw run 12.5kw start. Has a 680cc v-twin motor with oil filter. Also includes a remote control start. I was a little worried as westinghouse is a fairly new to the generator business and this particular generator has only been in lroduction from 2014. There is very little info on the internet about them or this generator. However, they do include instructions in their manual on floating the neutral and it is <5% THD. I just picked it up and have yet to start it. They told me the motor is manufactured in china to their specs then the generator is assembled here in the usa. My 2 complaints so far is there is no pull cord for backup starting and there is only 1 supplier in the USA to get parts. The only plafe to get the oil filter and air cleaner is from an online company called gardner inc. They charge $24 for 1 oul filter, $11 for air filter, and $11 shipping. I have looked high and low for another place for these and i tried to cross reference with no luck. Other than that, i am impressd with the unit even though it has not ran yet. Anybode else have any experience with these gensets of this one in particular?
New westinghouse generator thoughts.
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