Can it power a house through a transfer switch?

Yes. It has a 30A L14-30R outlet meant for a transfer switch, and 9,500 running watts on gasoline can carry several household circuits.

How many watts does it make on propane?

Propane gives 8,500 running watts and 11,200 peak watts, lower than the 9,500 running and 12,500 peak on gasoline.

How long does it run on a tank?

Westinghouse rates it at up to 12 hours on the 6.6-gallon tank at reduced load. Heavier loads shorten that.

What comes in the box?

A remote start key fob, 12V battery charger, oil, oil funnel, tool kit, and user manual. Minimal assembly is required.

Does it have an RV outlet?

Yes. It has a 120/240V 14-50R 50A outlet labeled RV ready, plus two GFCI household outlets and the 30A transfer-switch outlet.

Is it safe to run indoors?

No. It is a gasoline or propane engine and must run outdoors, away from windows and doors, because of carbon monoxide.

Westinghouse 12500 Watt Dual Fuel Home Backup Portable Generator

Q: Where is the Westinghouse 12500 Watt Dual Fuel Home Backup Portable Generator cheapest?

At Crenvu, for $473.81, 55% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Q: Where can I buy the Westinghouse 12500 Watt Dual Fuel Home Backup Portable Generator?

15 stores we checked sell it, including FlamesLux, Crenvu, Amazon, Home Depot, Ferguson Home.

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What reviewers say

Owners generally rate the WGen9500DF well for backup power, praising the dual-fuel setup and remote start. Complaints center on weight and noise at full load.

What people mention

Fuel flexibilityPraisedOwners value running on propane when gasoline is scarce or stored long-term.
StartingPraisedThe remote fob and electric start are called easy and dependable.
WeightCriticisedOwners say it is very heavy and needs two people or a cart to move.
NoiseCriticisedReviewers report it is loud when carrying heavy loads.
OutletsPraisedThe 50A RV and 30A transfer-switch outlets cover common backup setups.

About the Westinghouse 12500 Watt Dual Fuel Home Backup Portable Generator

The Westinghouse WGen9500DF is a dual fuel portable generator that runs on gasoline or propane (LPG). On gasoline it produces 9,500 running watts and 12,500 peak watts. On propane it produces 8,500 running watts and 11,200 peak watts.

It is powered by a 457cc Westinghouse 4-stroke OHV engine with a cast iron sleeve. The engine has automatic low oil shutdown and a digital hour meter. A 6.6 gallon (25 L) fuel tank with a fuel gauge gives up to 12 hours of run time. A VFT display shows voltage output, frequency and lifetime hours.

It starts with a push button, a recoil pull or the included remote key fob. The control panel has two GFCI 120V household outlets, a transfer switch ready L14-30R 30A outlet and an RV ready 14-50R 50A outlet. All outlets have rubber covers. Heavy duty never-flat wheels, a handle and a lift bracket make it portable. It comes ready to use with minimal assembly required.

Model

WGen9500DF (part number 09503)

Fuel type

Dual fuel: gasoline or propane (LPG)

Gasoline power

9,500 running watts, 12,500 peak watts

Propane power

8,500 running watts, 11,200 peak watts

Engine

457cc Westinghouse 4-stroke OHV, cast iron sleeve

Fuel tank

6.6 gallons (25 L), with fuel gauge