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Average Rating: 5.0 of 5.0
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Written May 11, 2010 |
| Does what it's supposed to, let's hope I won't need it (grin) |
| By George Tempel (Freehold, NJ) |
I purchased one of these as "insurance" after some major rainfall, flooding, and power-outages in our local area of Central NJ.
Fortunately we didn't lose power, and our sump system worked all the time (it also has a backup pump and battery backup switchover, but neither were needed). Our friends one block over weren't so lucky, and were without power for 26 hours and had 2 feet of water in their basement.
I had an initial problem out of the box with the first generator. It was a factory problem: they forgot some parts and the front power panel head was busted off the chassis.
However, EGD took care of it promptly and courteously, taking the unit back and getting me a new one in about a week. The new one assembled flawlessly, kicked right over after adding oil and gas, and everything tested out fine.
The noise level is not bad at all---it's not a super-silent Honda or Yamaha, and is about what I'd expect, and not nearly as noisy as the el-cheapo ones you find at the bargain warehouse stores.
James is to be commended for handling my problems and getting me a new unit with no real delay. Let's hope I won't need to use this generator, but even if I don't over a 9 year period that's just $100/year insurance, far cheaper than any single incident which home owner's insurance won't cover (and we can't get flood insurance here, go figure).
Bottom line: I recommend this unit, and purchasing it from EGD. |
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Written May 08, 2010 |
| Very pleased with the package |
| By thomas dupuis (Denham Springs, LA) |
I bought this generator for the upcoming hurricane season.
It was time for the old one to retire and I read good reports on this particular model.
Although I haven't used it yet I did start it and was very pleased with quietness of the motor, which was a big deal for me because my old one was pretty noisy.
The electric start is a nice feature too. Overall I am very pleased with the package. |
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Written May 02, 2010 |
| Heavy Duty & Easy To Install |
| By Donald Dahl (Port Orchard, WA) |
The transfer switch is heavy duty and easy to install. The instructions were simple and you can even see a connection video at the company site.
I managed to power up the entire house with the exception of the stove. If I run the electric water heater I obviously have to limit other loads. |
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Written March 06, 2010 |
| Very Fast and Efficient |
| By tom shelar (Ellendale, DE) |
I ordered my generator late Friday, and it arrived Wednesday. I cannot say enough about your company.
The staff answered any and all questions I had, and were were knowledgeable about everything. Very fast and efficient. I have and will continue to recommend you to anyone who will listen.
The generator was so easy to set up and start running. I have not used it yet for an emergency, but I have the peace of mind that it provides- bring on the power outage!!
You have great products and a great company. May you continue in your success! ( Also kudos for choosing R & L Carriers) |
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Written February 18, 2010 |
| Kudos To Your Company |
| By tom shelar (Ellendale, DE) |
I ordered my generator last Friday, late in the day- it arrived Tuesday. Kudos to your company and R & L Carriers for the speedy delivery from Illinois to Delaware.
The set up for this generator is so simple. I had it running in about 30 minutes, start to finish.
I couldn't be happier with EGD, Briggs, and R & L. I checked, and it does put out electric. I can't wait for the next power outage here in Delaware- thanks again. |
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Written February 13, 2010 |
| Life Saver! |
| By Jim Boyce (Leesburg, VA) |
I have owned this generator going on 2 years. Living in the DC area, we had a historic winter and it's not over yet.
The power went out for 4 days, and I've had the generator running almost the entire time. NO PROBLEMS!
This one works just fine, starts easily, and to-date has done what's it is supposed to.
Buy this one with NO reservations or concerns about the product or this company (Electric Generators Direct). By the way, I have no affiliation with this company. |
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Written November 14, 2009 |
| No Complaints |
| By David Fyfe (Whitehouse, TX) |
I ordered this generator on Oct 21, 2009. It was shipped on Oct 22nd and arrived at the house in Tyler TX on Oct 27th.
I simply backed my pick-up truck up to the back of the delivering tractor trailer and slid the box over- it could not have been easier. There was one small rip in the box containing the generator, but the generator itself was undamaged.
I installed the wheels, added the included oil, attached the negative battery cable, added gas, and pressed the start button. The generator started instantly.
I'll buy from Electric Generators Direct.com again. |
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Written August 20, 2009 |
| Kudos to Electric Generators Direct.com |
| By brandon wallace (Lafayette, LA) |
Haven't had to use the generator yet, but I wanted to write a review to give kudos to Electric Generators Direct.
I placed my order on a Thursday afternoon and received a shipping notification within two hours, without paying for priority shipping.
By Monday morning, my generator was sitting at the local freight depot with instructions passed along from the website that I would be picking it up instead of taking delivery.
There was great turnaround on the order. Based on my experience, this site is a model of what web commerce should be. I've already recommended the site to two friends who are in the market for generators, too.
As for the generator itself- assembly was easy and it started immediately. The oil fill location is somewhat inconvenient to get a bottle or funnel to, but not a deal breaker.
I ran the product for a few minutes and it sounded quieter than a smaller, cheaper Briggs & Stratton generator that I had a few years ago. It wasn't Honda quiet, but still half of a Honda price. |
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Written February 11, 2009 |
| Worked Great |
| By Troy Defew (Benton, KY) |
I purchased this generator back in the Summer. I live in Western KY and we just suffered a catastrophic ice storm that rendered our entire area a major disaster- we lost power for 13 days.
Thanks to this generator we ran the fridge / freezer, lights, 2 deep freezers, 2 televisions, and microwave. I also swapped from one of the deep freezers to our washing machine and ran it, too.
While running all of the above, the generator was only using 20% of it's capability. We ran it for approximately 12 - 14 hours a day and it ran perfectly. One tank of gas lasted all day.
I hope this helps. We shut it off at night while we were sleeping, but it probably would have done fine if we had left it on. Keep the oil fresh and it should last. It did for us. |
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Written January 08, 2009 |
| The little engine that could |
| By J C (Lexington, KY) |
Simply put,you cannot go wrong when purchasing this generator. I purchased it last year and have used it in 3 power outages from 4-10 hours each, for a total of about 20 hours.
It has excellent gas mileage, and a transfer switch with loads balanced correctly. It ran a space heater, refrigerator, tv, lights, a computer- and still had gas left from first fill up.
Also, the unit was not as loud as I expected. I did install a heat resistant rubber hose on the wheel axle under the pull start. Letting the unit rest on the rubber hose made a big difference in the noise and vibrations.
My wife really loves being able to get ready and go to work with no hassle if there is a power outage (which makes a generator priceless, if you know what i mean-lol).
Together with the transfer switch I installed an Hourtach meter for maintenance.
I could not be happier with this unit! |
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Written December 20, 2008 |
| The best generator I have owned |
| By B N (Snohomish, WA) |
I have had my unit for 2 years now. It was delivered on time and was simple to setup.
Last year I rarely used it because the power stayed on. In the last month, I have used it 4 times for outages of 4 to 14 hours.
Not only did it start each time with a touch of the button, it did this at 0 degrees F!
It ran portable heaters, lights, refrigerator and the TV / Stereo system. I think it could have handled more, but this is all I needed to run.
I would recommend the fuel stabilizer if it sits for months like mine does.
Prior to purchasing this unit, I had one I salvaged out of a motorhome which was cranky, reved up and down all night and when it got cold, just would not start. Another one was just too small, wouldn't run what I needed and ran out of gas all the time.
This one is just right. Thanks! |
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Written December 15, 2008 |
| Emergency Generators Come In Handy |
| By Robert Pepper (Anderson, SC) |
I've had mine over a year now. I used to have a smaller pull start, so I love this electric start- it starts right up every time.
This is the perfect unit to have for home emergency power. I have been using generators for over 12 years, at times I run this one for 24+ hours straight and up to 4.5 days, only stopping to check the oil and fill up the gas.
If I hear someone is looking for a generator, I point them to this one right away. You will never be sorry if you get this!
Out of the unitss I have had before, this is the best by far (PS, the others were also brand name units!)
One last note: I lived in NH, moved here 6 years ago, and still find this unit very handy to have ready to go, just in case it's needed.
We do get ice now and then, trees do come down and power goes out. I ran this generator overnight for 14 hours, and still had gas in the tank- rather cheap to run I'd say... |
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Written October 17, 2008 |
| Briggs & Stratton 30242 - (OBS: New Model 30470) Review |
| By Robert Brown (Monroe, LA) |
I purchased this generator for my father-in-law after Gustav hit Louisiana. I chose this model because of the electric start feature (my in laws are in their early 80's).
The generator arrived and all that was needed was to fill it up with oil and gas and hit the starter. It runs very smoothly and I am extremely satisfied with the product.
An added feature is the trickle charger that comes with the unit, so you do not have to worry about the battery being dead when you need it. |
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Written September 10, 2008 |
| Gustav generator |
| By Martha Collinsworth (Baton Rouge, LA) |
I ordered this generator because my post-Katrina generator did not start, all the stores were sold out and Gustav was on his way.
I chose the fast shipping option and was delighted to see the box arrive.
I have been very pleased with the generator operation. Since we had no electricity, I could not charge the
battery starter - so we used the pull start and it was very easy to use.
The gas usage has been reasonable - we filled it twice a day while running a small ac, a fan, laptop,
small light and occassionally, a full size refrigerator.
I was very happy to see that it ships with oil and an extra large plug - both are items very hard to find
during an emergency.
The value for the money is excellent. |
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Written August 27, 2008 |
| Excellent buy |
| By Top Ingram (Jacksonville, FL) |
I purchased Model 30242, received it within 4 days, and was kept informed about the location of the unit on its way to Jacksonville, FL. The shipper's driver was very courteous and friendly in his delivery of the product.
I followed the directions for setting up the machine, and it started on the first push of the electric starter button. I then tried the pull cord and it started on one pull.
I am very happy with this machine and highly recommend it to anyone with a need for this wattage generator. Now, I will not worry when the power goes out.
Top Ingram |
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Written July 10, 2008 |
| Speedy Delivery |
| By Ron Pagels (Richmond, MI) |
I ordered this unit as a gift on Monday July 7, 2008. It was delivered the next day. This is extrordinary service.
I chose this unit to give because I own one, and it is one awesome machine. This is the third one I have purchased. (2 as gifts)
I cannot imagine shopping for a generator anywhere but electricgeneratorsdirect.com
Thanks for a great job. |
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Written March 17, 2008 |
| Briggs & Stratton 30242 - (OBS: New Model 30470) Review |
| By James LeClare |
I have had (2) electric start Generators from generators direct. They have been so good that both of them have been stolen. So far the law enforcement officials have found nothing.
When I figure A way to fasten one down I will order A nother one. |
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Written January 24, 2008 |
| Briggs & Stratton 30242 - (OBS: New Model 30470) Review |
| By wayne bowie |
| The 30242 briggs generator is a super machine, and Electric Generators Direct is a super place to buy them. Extremely fast service. |
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Written June 24, 2007 |
| Briggs & Stratton 30242 - (OBS: New Model 30470) Review |
| By Jim Morgart |
| Purchased this generator with 'standard' delivery. It came two days later. Started right up and runs quietly. It even comes with the 30 Amp 4-prong plug, so that saves you $20 right away. Very sturdy construction and I love the Briggs & Stratton 11 HP overhead valve engine. A great standby generator, inmy opinion. |
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Written June 20, 2007 |
| Briggs & Stratton 30242 - (OBS: New Model 30470) Review |
| By William Horne |
Just wanted to let you know, the 6200W generator I ordered was delivered yesterday afternoon.
Filled it with oil, put in some gas, hit the starter button and it cranked right up. (I'm going to
love that feature)
Thanks for the prompt delivery, if I need anything else, I'll be sure to order it from you. |
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