Westinghouse WGen14500c - 14500/18000W Portable Generator With Remote Start

In a nutshell, the Westinghouse WGen14500c is a powerful portable generator mostly geared towards:

• Professionals who want to be able to deliver results, even during a power failure
• Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures

Over the following sections, you'll uncover its power characteristics, the selection of outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it includes.

Power & Run Time

Featuring a 713 cc (22 hp) Westinghouse V-Twin engine with cast iron sleeve, the Westinghouse WGen14500c operates using gasoline, providing 120/240V, with a running wattage of 14,500W and a starting wattage of 18,000W.

With a noise rating of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a dishwasher), the generator features a user-friendly and hassle-free electric starter (battery included). To increase convenience, the WGen14500c offers remote starting functionality, allowing for easy operation from a distance (key fob included).

With a fuel capacity of 10.5 gallons, the WGen14500c may run for around 11 hours at 50% load with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.95 GPH).

The WGen14500c ensures a clean sine wave output, boasting <5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) to protect your sensitive electronics when connected to its AC outlets.

Outlets

The control panel includes the following 7 AC outlets:

Moreover, it comes equipped with 2 DC outlets: there's two 5V USB ports (USB-A) allowing you to conveniently charge electronics such as mobile phones and tablets.

Despite not meeting the 'RV Ready' criteria, this Westinghouse generator grants the advantage of simple RV compatibility via its L5-30R receptacle, enabling you to conveniently power your RV by using an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor. Besides, as the WGen14500c holds a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, it is transfer switch ready: you'll easily be able to connect it to your breaker box to power your home during a power outage.

Westinghouse's ST Switch Outlet

The ST Switch outlet

The WGen14500c is what Westinghouse calls Smart Switch Ready. This means that it features a special outlet that allows for an automatic transfer of power in case of a power outage.

To benefit from this feature, you'll need the Westinghouse ST Switch (opens in a new tab), which is not included with the generator.

Simply put, the ST Switch is a cost-effective and versatile portable automatic transfer switch, which can be installed quickly and easily, without an electrician.

Plug the ST Switch into one of your household 120V outlets, plug your appliances to the ST Switch, and connect the WGen14500c to the ST Switch via the special outlet and a 120V cord. The generator will automatically turn on when the power goes out, and automatically turn off when the power returns.

Portability

At L34 x W31 x H35 in, the Westinghouse WGen14500c boasts a traditional open frame structure, ensuring stability and allowing for convenient maintenance access to components, promoting air circulation. The device has been designed for tough environments and demanding outdoor use.

While weighing 352 lbs, the generator is classified as 'portable,' indicating its mobility, albeit its heftiness may limit portability in specific situations. However, its challenging mobility is solved by its wheel kit and its folding handle, which will ease its displacement, once it is on the floor.

In addition, the device is equipped with a lift hook on the top of its frame, which provides extra safety during the loading, unloading and transport of the generator.

Features

The WGen14500c's control panel

To facilitate status and activity monitoring, a convenient meter, which displays voltage, frequency and lifetime hours are embedded in the control panel of the WGen14500c.

A built-in fuel gauge allows for a quick, easy and convenient check of the fuel level of the generator.

As for its security measures, the device features an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), letting you use it with a peace of mind.

It also includes a carbon monoxide sensor. This sensor is designed to monitor the level of carbon monoxide present during the generator's operation. If the generator is positioned incorrectly and carbon monoxide levels rise to an unsafe level, the generator will automatically shut down.

With the basic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), letting you start the generator quickly, the Westinghouse WGen14500c also comes with several accessories, including: tool kit, oil, funnel, battery charger and key fob.