Briggs & Stratton 30242 - (OBS: New Model 30470)

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.

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... more

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.

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 alrea... more

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.

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... more

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!

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 a... more

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!

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.

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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...

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 o... more

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.

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 refrigera... more